Z1DA--PN: 636A6-26-102, Replace Bldg 2 Condensate Leak {DM} Invitation for Bid {IFB} - Sealed Bidding

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 23 solicited sealed bids for replacement of Building 2 condensate piping at its Des Moines medical center under Invitation for Bid 36C26326B0029 (Project 636A6-26-102), but cancelled the solicitation effective October 6, 2026, due to significant changes in site conditions and required project scope.

The original procurement was restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) with current SBA certification, with an expectation that at least two SDVOSB offers would be received. Place of performance is Beaverdale, Iowa (the VA Central Iowa Health Care System, 3600 30th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50310). The NAICS code is 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, with a small business size standard of $19 million. The work involved removal and replacement of approximately 260 linear feet of compromised steam condensate piping in Building 2 basement across four phases over 16 weeks, with a 120-calendar-day performance period from Notice to Proceed. The estimated construction cost range was $250,000 to $500,000, firm fixed price.

Technical requirements included an OSHA-certified Competent Person with continuous on-site presence, infection control measures with HEPA-filtered negative pressure systems, compliance with PG 18-1 Master Construction Specifications, asbestos abatement procedures, and sustainable construction with low-VOC materials. Contractors were required to submit the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting—Certificate of Compliance (VAAR 852.219-75), with 75 percent maximum payment to non-SDVOSB firms for special trade construction. Bid guarantee was 20 percent of bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the awarded contract amount were due within ten calendar days after award. Prevailing wage rates applied per Department of Labor General Decision IA20260071 (effective May 18, 2026) for Polk County, Iowa. The original proposal due date was June 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT, with questions due May 20, 2026.