Y1DA | 580-20-106 | install sally port

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) to install a sally port and renovate the existing space of the Mental Health Department in Building 100, 6th Floor at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The solicitation, numbered 36C25625R0007, requires the selected contractor to provide all labor, materials, tools, and expertise to complete the construction project. The government will evaluate proposals on a best value basis, with Past Performance considered significantly more important than Price. Proposals are due by January 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, and contractors must be prepared to attend weekly progress meetings and adhere to strict project scheduling and safety protocols. The evaluation will focus on the contractor's ability to meet detailed specifications for construction, including demolition, finishes, electrical work, HVAC, fire protection, and security systems integration.

This contract opportunity is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, with the selected contractor required to perform a minimum of 15% of the construction work directly. The contract value is estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a total performance period of 270 calendar days after the notice to proceed. The project will take place at 2002 Holcombe Boulevard in Houston, Texas 77030, specifically targeting the 6th floor Mental Health Department in Building 100. Contractors must navigate complex working conditions, including maintaining 24/7 operation of the secured mental health facility during construction and following strict infection control measures. The project involves phased construction with interim life safety measures, and contractors must coordinate closely with VA staff for access and utility management throughout the renovation process.