Y1DA--460-22-700 | Construct EHRM Infras Upgrades | Wilmington, DE

The Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center Austin is soliciting construction services for Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Infrastructure Upgrades at the Wilmington Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Delaware. The comprehensive project involves demolition of existing structures, installation of new infrastructure including mechanical systems, electrical work, telecommunications infrastructure, fire alarm systems, building automation, security systems, and asbestos abatement work. Contractors must comply with VA Technical Infrastructure Lifecycle guidelines, OSHA safety requirements, and specific infection control measures including Level II Infection Control Risk Assessment protocols. The project requires integration with existing systems including Johnson Controls Metasys Building Automation, Notifier fire alarm systems, and Lenel access control systems, with brand-name specifications for critical components to ensure compatibility. The solicitation deadline has been extended to August 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM EDT, with bid opening scheduled for August 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM via Microsoft Teams teleconference.

This procurement is designated as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside with NAICS code 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The contract value is estimated between $10-20 million based on solicitation documents, though one reference indicates the construction magnitude may be between $20-50 million, structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement. The project includes a performance period of 10 calendar days for commencement and 365 calendar days for completion, with a required bid guarantee of 20% of the bid price not to exceed $3,000,000. Work will be performed at the Wilmington VA Medical Center located at 1601 Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington, Delaware 19805, with contractors required to maintain subcontracting limitations where no more than 85% of government payments can go to non-SDVOSB or non-VOSB certified firms. The extensive technical requirements include specialized systems from manufacturers such as Mitsubishi for split system units, Vertiv Liebert for CRAC units, and Access Computer Floors for raised floor systems.