West Haven CT VAMC Variable Frequency Drives Installation

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 1 is conducting market research for the installation of new Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) at the West Haven CT VAMC through Network Contracting Office 1 (NCO 1). This pre-solicitation notice targets NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors) to identify qualified vendors capable of installing VFDs for specific HVAC equipment including Supply Fans, Air Handlers, Roof Top Units, and Ventilation Fans across multiple units with varying horsepower and voltage requirements. Vendors must submit responses by August 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST via email to david.valenzuela2@va.gov, referencing RFQ #36C24125Q0780. Submissions are limited to 8 pages and must include a completed Sources Sought Worksheet containing company information, capabilities, and socio-economic status. The evaluation will focus on vendor qualifications and their ability to perform VFD installations for the specified HVAC equipment configurations.

This opportunity indicates no set-aside designation is currently used, though the government may determine to set aside the future procurement for small businesses or conduct full and open competition based on the market research responses received. The solicitation particularly encourages responses from socio-economic businesses, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), 8(a), HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. No incumbent contractors, award values, or budget ranges are specified in the pre-solicitation documentation. The project involves multiple HVAC units requiring VFD installations, though specific quantities and timelines for service completion are not detailed in the sources sought notice. No information regarding potential contract duration or performance periods is provided at this preliminary market research stage.