Y1DA--PROJECT 675-23-801, Bid-Build (BB) Improve Lake Baldwin Electrical Distribution

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business to perform electrical distribution improvements at the Lake Baldwin and Lakemont VA healthcare campuses in Orlando, Florida. The project, identified as VA Project 675-23-801, involves comprehensive electrical infrastructure upgrades including replacing tie-breakers, transformers, automatic transfer switches, and relocating overhead power lines underground. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and SBA databases, comply with Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and perform at least 15% of the contract work with their own employees. The contract will be awarded on a best-value basis, evaluating factors such as construction methods, specialized experience, project schedule, past performance, and price. Key dates include a site visit on March 31, 2025, Request for Information (RFI) due by April 3, 2025, and the Request for Proposal (RFP) due by April 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM EST.

The solicitation is not set aside for a specific small business category, though preference will be given to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The contract value is estimated between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000, with a performance period of 270 calendar days. The project scope covers multiple buildings at the Lake Baldwin campus, including electrical system modifications, emergency power upgrades, and infrastructure improvements. Contractors will need to provide detailed technical specifications for equipment replacements, including medium voltage switchgear, transformers, and automatic transfer switches. The work will be performed during WHEN hours (Weekends, Holidays, Evenings, and Nights) to minimize disruption to VA healthcare operations. Performance will require close coordination with VA personnel, adherence to VA design guidelines, and comprehensive safety protocols, with a dedicated Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) required for the project.