Y1DA--EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction Lexington - Leestown, KY 596-22-700

The Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center Austin is seeking construction services for Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Infrastructure Upgrades at the Lexington VA Health Care System's Franklin R. Sousley Campus in Kentucky. The project encompasses comprehensive infrastructure modernization across multiple buildings including telecommunications room renovations, installation of new Cat6A cabling and fiber optic infrastructure, security system upgrades with cameras and access control, HVAC system replacements with ductless mini-split units, and asbestos abatement services. The work requires specialized contractor qualifications including BICSI certifications, experience with low-voltage systems, and compliance with strict VA technical standards and safety protocols. This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) procurement that will be evaluated as a sealed bid with award going to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. The solicitation has experienced multiple amendments extending the bid due date, with the current deadline set for September 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT, followed by bid opening at 1:30 PM EDT.

This procurement is designated as a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), with strict requirements that prime contractors must be certified in the SBA database and comply with subcontracting limitations where no more than 85% of government payments can go to non-certified firms. The contract value is estimated between $10-20 million and will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price agreement with a 660-calendar day completion timeline starting from the notice to proceed. The project spans 16 buildings at the VA campus and involves extensive coordination with existing healthcare operations while maintaining facility functionality during construction. Work will be performed at 2250 Leestown Road in Lexington, Kentucky, and includes specialized requirements such as brand-name equipment specifications for Honeywell fire alarm systems, Johnson Controls building automation systems, and Software House security systems to ensure compatibility with existing campus infrastructure.