RECOVERY Z--RECOVERY ACT - Upgrade the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning System CONSTRUCTION Project 630A4-09-410

AMENDMENT 2- A) SCHEDULED SITE VISIT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MAY 13, 2010 @ 11:30 AM AT THE VA EXTENDED CARE FACILITY, BUILDING 89, ENGINEERING SERVICE - 1ST FLOOR. B) DUE DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED for Sealed offers in original and ZERO copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 11:30 AM local time JUNE 3,2010.

AMENDMENT 1- A) SCHEDULED SITE VISIT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MAY 13, 2010 @ 11:30 AM AT THE VA EXTENDED CARE FACILITY, BUILDING 89, ENGINEERING SERVICE - 1ST FLOOR. B) DUE DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED for Sealed offers in original and ZERO copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 11:30 AM local time JUNE 13,2010.

SOLICITATION - Provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, permits, licenses, supervision, etc. necessary to remove and replace the identified AC systems at the New York Harbor Healthcare System, St. Albans VA extended Care Center, under Recovery Act project number 630A4-09-410, in accordance with the provided drawings and specifications.Work includes but not limited to the total removal and replacement of the equipment listed therein; the installation and demolition of new units, including piping, ductwork, controls, insulation, electrical and structural systems. Work also includes asbestos removal of roofing and any asbestos contaminated materials as shown on contract drawings and specifications. Work involves infrastructure and utilities (chilled water, steam, electrical and structural) work for new AC systems including affected alterations and repairs of architectural features including roofing, wall penetrations and finishes. Work involves multiple construction phasing. Contractor is not allowed to proceed with next phase of construction without the direct consent of the resident engineer and contract officer. To minimize the impact on the daily operation of the medical center, certain mechanical, structural and electrical work will have to be done after hours and weekends only. All work is in accordance with contract drawings and specifications. This construction project is a Total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The project cost range (base bid) is between $1,000,000 - $2,000,000. The North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) for this procurement is 238220; size standard $14.0 M applies. This is a Sealed Bid Procurement. All other details and information shall be contained in the solicitation, posted on www.fedbizopps.gov on April 21, 2010. The bid submittal address, date and time will be included in the solicitation. This project requires bonding and all bid submissions shall be in hardcopies; faxed or e-mailed bids will not be accepted. Bidders should re-visit the website located at www.fedbizopps.gov periodically to look for updates. All requests for information are required to be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer and shall be received prior to bid opening by the date that will be specified in the solicitation. NO hardcopies, NO telephone inquiries will be responded to; and all questions must be in writing and will ONLY be accepted up to seven (7) calendar days prior to bid opening. Award is subject to the availability of funds. This notice is provided for informational purposes only. This project is being funded from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

PRESOLICITATION - Provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, permits, licenses, supervision, etc. necessary to remove and replace the identified AC systems at the New York Harbor Healthcare System, St. Albans VA extended Care Center, under Recovery Act project number 630A4-09-410, in accordance with the provided drawings and specifications.Work includes but not limited to the total removal and replacement of the equipment listed therein; the installation and demolition of new units, including piping, ductwork, controls, insulation, electrical and structural systems. Work also includes asbestos removal of roofing and any asbestos contaminated materials as shown on contract drawings and specifications. Work involves infrastructure and utilities (chilled water, steam, electrical and structural) work for new AC systems including affected alterations and repairs of architectural features including roofing, wall penetrations and finishes. Work involves multiple construction phasing. Contractor is not allowed to proceed with next phase of construction without the direct consent of the resident engineer and contract officer. To minimize the impact on the daily operation of the medical center, certain mechanical, structural and electrical work will have to be done after hours and weekends only. All work is in accordance with contract drawings and specifications. This construction project is a Total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The project cost range (base bid) is between $1,000,000 - $2,000,000. The North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) for this procurement is 238220; size standard $14.0 M applies. This is a Sealed Bid Procurement. All other details and information shall be contained in the solicitation, posted on www.fedbizopps.gov on or about April 15, 2010. The bid submittal address, date and time will be included in the solicitation. This project requires bonding and all bid submissions shall be in hardcopies; faxed or e-mailed bids will not be accepted. Bidders should re-visit the website located at www.fedbizopps.gov periodically to look for updates. All requests for information are required to be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer and shall be received prior to bid opening by the date that will be specified in the solicitation. NO hardcopies, NO telephone inquiries will be responded to; and all questions must be in writing and will ONLY be accepted up to seven (7) calendar days prior to bid opening. Award is subject to the availability of funds. This notice is provided for informational purposes only. This project is being funded from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.