Z1DA--692-24-105 Replace B211A Chiller

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA) is seeking a contractor to replace the B211A Chiller at the Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center & Clinics in White City, Oregon. The solicitation (36C26025R0056) is a construction project with specific technical requirements for removing an existing Dunham Bush ACDR55B chiller and installing a new unit that meets precise water flow, weight, and control system integration specifications. Contractors must submit comprehensive documentation, including pre- and post-TAB reports and a critical lift plan, and complete the project within 180 calendar days. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical experience, past performance, and price, with additional consideration given to service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses. Key dates include an organized site visit on April 8, 2025, with all questions due by April 21, 2025, and proposal submissions required by May 2, 2025, at 12:00 PDT.

The contract is not specifically set aside, but it does have provisions that favor small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans. The estimated project value ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, classified under NAICS code 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors. The project requires compliance with Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations for Jackson County, Oregon, and involves replacing a chiller located on the 2nd roof floor of Building 211A. Contractors must work during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) and provide 2-hour training to VA personnel upon project completion. The work will involve specific technical requirements including using demineralized water with 30% propylene glycol, replacing electrical disconnects, repairing roofing membranes, and ensuring comprehensive system integration and performance.