Upgrade Parking Garage Sump Pumps - Proj. No. 583-25-505

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 is seeking a contractor to upgrade the sump pump system at the Richard L. Roudebush Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Indianapolis. The project involves removing two failed sump pumps and reinstalling new pumps and associated system components in the patient parking garage. Contractors must be prepared to work in a permit-required confined space, following strict OSHA, NFPA, and VA standards for safety and installation. The project requires comprehensive electrical and mechanical work, including removing existing submersible pumps, level sensors, control panels, and electrical conduits, and installing new heavy-duty 3-phase submersible pumps with automatic coupling systems. Interested contractors must submit their responses by April 4, 2025, with the expectation of completing all work within 30 calendar days after receiving the notice to proceed.

The contract is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC), providing opportunities for qualifying veteran-owned businesses. The project is estimated to be valued between $25,000 and $100,000, falling under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction NAICS category (236220) and the Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries PSC category. Contractors will need to obtain necessary permits, implement comprehensive safety measures, and conduct thorough electrical and functional testing of the new sump pump system. The scope of work involves precise removal of existing infrastructure and installation of new components, with a focus on ensuring reliable and efficient operation of the parking garage's drainage system. Potential bidders should carefully review the technical specifications and requirements to ensure they can meet the project's stringent standards and timeline.