Tucson CMOP Solar PV Parking

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration is seeking qualified Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) for a solar photovoltaic (PV) parking canopy construction project at the Tucson Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) facility. The project involves installing covered parking solar PV systems across multiple parking lot canopies, with a base bid covering Canopies 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, and 10, and potential additional options for Canopies 3, 4, 5, and 6. Interested contractors must be registered and verified in VetCert and fall under NAICS code 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The market research survey aims to identify capable VOSB contractors for this comprehensive infrastructure improvement project. All responses must be submitted via email to Robert.Gochenour@va.gov by June 29, 2025, with the procurement specifically targeting veteran-owned businesses.

The contract is 100% set-aside for certified Veteran Owned Small Businesses, with an estimated project value between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The project will be located at 3675 E. Britannia Dr., Tucson, Arizona 85706, with a 180-calendar day performance period. The small business size standard is set at $45 million for the designated NAICS category. The scope of work includes extensive construction activities such as demolition, concrete work, metals, finishes, electrical, electronic safety and security, earthwork, exterior improvements, and utilities. The project involves constructing solar PV canopies with detailed specifications including 30-inch diameter concrete pier foundations, solar inverters, new electrical distribution panels, and surveillance camera installations. The comprehensive drawing set comprises 27 sheets covering site plans, foundation details, electrical one-line diagrams, and security system specifications.