J049--Steam Valve Repairs VAMC Palo Alto 36C261-26-AP-0914

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 21 is conducting market research to procure steam valve repair services at the Palo Alto VA Medical Center (VAMC). The scope of work includes repairing valves and piping in Building 710, with specific tasks encompassing lockout/tagout procedures, replacing leaking sections of 2" and 3" piping, and installing new flanges, tees, valves, and connecting piping. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide current authorized distributor letters along with documentation of socioeconomic status, manufacturer product details, and distribution capabilities. The VA will evaluate responses to determine whether to set aside the procurement for small businesses or proceed with full and open competition based on market research findings. Responses to this Sources Sought notice must be submitted by October 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM PST.

This procurement is currently designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) sole source set-aside, with the VA evaluating potential participation by veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The relevant NAICS code is 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a size standard of $19 million, and the PSC category is J049 (Maint/Repair/Rebuild of Equipment). No incumbent contractor information or specific award value has been identified in the pre-solicitation notice, though the specialized nature of steam valve repair work at a medical facility suggests this is a targeted, specialized procurement. Respondents should be prepared to demonstrate their qualifications, distribution capabilities, and compliance with small business regulations to compete for this opportunity upon formal solicitation.