Y1DA--CON NRM 668-22-105 Upgrade AHU-09/15 Mechanical Systems FY26 Tier 1

This solicitation sought construction services for upgrading mechanical systems at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington, specifically the replacement of Air Handling Units (AHUs) 9 and 15 in the Main Hospital Building. The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 20 issued this firm fixed-price construction contract under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors). Key requirements included comprehensive mechanical system upgrades encompassing air handlers, electrical components, ductwork, and control systems integration with the existing Building Automation System, along with mandatory commissioning, training, documentation, and a one-year warranty. The government utilized a best value tradeoff source selection process, evaluating proposals based on three primary factors: technical approach, past personnel qualifications and past performance (weighted as significantly more important than price), and cost. Critical dates included a questions deadline of March 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST and a proposal submission deadline of March 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST, with a mandatory pre-bid site visit scheduled for February 26, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PST.

This opportunity was designated as a 100 percent small business set-aside with an estimated contract value between $1 million and $2 million, targeting small business contractors within the size standard of $19 million for NAICS 238220. No incumbent contractor was identified in the available documentation. The contract performance period was 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with work to be performed at 4815 North Assembly Street, Spokane, Washington 99205. The project scope included significant complexity with requirements for asbestos abatement in the A524 Mechanical Room, infection control risk assessment measures classified at Level IV, and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage compliance with rates effective January 23, 2026. Proposals were required to include detailed technical volumes addressing project understanding and risk management, as well as past performance information from three to five recent projects, along with pricing documentation using a divisional price breakout format. However, as of March 18, 2026, Amendment 0005 cancelled this solicitation without award.