Y1DA--CON NRM 653-25-101 Replace Bldg 65 Chillers

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking a contractor to remodel Building 65 at the Roseburg VA Medical Center, with a primary focus on replacing three existing chillers and addressing various facility deficiencies. The project requires a contractor specializing in plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning work, specifically targeting businesses classified under NAICS code 238220 with a size standard of $19 million. Key contract requirements include replacing chillers 1, 2, and 3, repairing roof leaks, installing seismic bracing for utilities and equipment, upgrading to LED lighting, installing a lightning protection system, and replacing chemical feed system controls. The Sources Sought notice indicates that respondents must provide a capabilities statement, project timeline estimate, potential Buy American requirement conflicts, and past performance documentation. Responses to this market research solicitation are due by December 10, 2024, at 10 AM Pacific Time.

The contract opportunity is not set aside for any specific small business designation, allowing broad competition among qualified contractors. The estimated project value ranges between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000, with a total project duration of 272 days, including a 45-day Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) period and 227 days for actual construction work. The project requires a contractor to maintain a full-time Superintendent on-site, verify existing conditions through field checks, and coordinate closely with VA staff while ensuring minimal disruption to the medical center's 24/7 operations. Work must comply with VA design manuals, NFPA codes, and VA Fire Safety Criteria, with specific requirements for construction security, temporary facilities, utility services, and infection control measures. The project involves comprehensive renovations in multiple mechanical rooms totaling approximately 3,000 square feet, including the chiller room, pump rooms, and generator room spaces.