Y1DA--437-23-103 Update Wing 4B

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking a construction contractor to renovate Wing 4B of a locked mental health ward located in North River, North Dakota. The project involves comprehensive renovation work including hard wall construction barriers, demolition of floors and ceilings, modifications to flooring, access panels, furniture, and wall finishes to meet fire codes. Critical construction elements include upgrading HVAC systems, lighting, plumbing, fire suppression, and protection systems, with all objects requiring pick-proof caulking. The solicitation (ID: 36C26325B0009) requires contractors to submit detailed safety documentation, including three years of OSHA 300 Forms, workplace incident records, and injury rates. Contractors must respond to the solicitation by May 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM Central Time, with contract specialists evaluating proposals based on safety records, environmental compliance, and contractor responsibility.

This federal contract opportunity is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The project is located in North River, North Dakota, with a Performance Product Service Code (PSC) of Y1DA for Hospital and Infirmary Construction. While specific award value details are not disclosed, contractors must demonstrate an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) from their insurance carrier and certify no more than three serious OSHA or EPA violations in the past three years. The renovation work will require meticulous phasing and adherence to strict safety and environmental standards. Interested contractors should contact Scott Gifford, the primary contract specialist, at scott.gifford1@va.gov or (651)-293-3020 for additional information about the project requirements.