Z1DA--583-22-106 - Replace Electrical Panels& Expand Distribution Construction Project - Market Research Posting

Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 (Department of Veterans Affairs) is conducting market research via sources sought to identify the competition pool for a construction project to replace electrical panels and expand electrical distribution at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, with responses due August 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. No set-aside is anticipated.

Work is performed at 1481 W. 10th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. The project scope includes replacement of three existing unit substations with a new single-ended unit substation, modification of medium voltage feeders, installation of new underground duct bank medium voltage feeder, addition of distribution capacity to existing generator paralleling switchgear, and HVAC improvements in the main electrical room. Six deductible alternates are available for independent Government selection, including deletion of new door scope, storm water underground site work, breaker configurations in switchgear, tie breaker modifications, and hot-swappable PLC replacements.

Base bid work must be completed within 731 calendar days total, comprising 571 calendar days for submittal approvals and material lead times plus 159 calendar days for installation and completion. The contractor must develop a Critical Path Method schedule within 45 days of Notice to Proceed. Contractor responsibilities include asbestos and lead-based paint abatement coordination, temporary security fencing, dust control, equipment protection, and all delegated design items (seismic bracing, cable tray systems, post-installed anchorage) stamped by a licensed Indiana professional engineer. Work must coordinate with active medical center operations and maintain Building 21 police access and parking throughout execution.

Interested contractors must submit contact information, Unique Entity Identifier number, and socio-economic status (such as small business or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) to luke.turner@va.gov. The solicitation number is 36C25026B0047. NAICS 238210; PSC Z1DA.