Z1DA--Project 550-24-103 (CON) Replace Air Handler Units B98

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking a construction contract to replace air handler units in Building B98 at the VA Illiana Health Care System located in Danville, Illinois. The solicitation (Number 36C25225B0003) is for a firm-fixed-price project involving general construction, alterations, and related infrastructure work to upgrade the facility's HVAC systems. Key contract requirements include completing the project within 365 calendar days after receiving the Notice to Proceed, with detailed specifications for mechanical, electrical, and fire protection work. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid, with an evaluation process that considers technical compliance, pricing, and contractor qualifications. Critical dates include a site visit on October 28, 2024, and bid submissions due by 12:00 PM CST on December 5, 2024, with a mandatory 20% bid guarantee required.

The solicitation is exclusively set aside for CVE Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Firms (SDVOSB) under the authority of 38 U.S.C 8127, ensuring opportunities for veteran-owned businesses. The project has a cost range between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000, with work divided into four phases to minimize disruption to the ongoing medical facility operations. The performance location is the VA Illiana Health Care System in Danville, Illinois, with specific requirements for infection control, safety protocols, and minimal operational interruption during construction. The project involves comprehensive replacement of air handling units, including demolition of existing systems, installation of new units, fire suppression system updates, and associated mechanical and electrical work. Contractors must comply with detailed Davis-Bacon wage determinations and provide comprehensive documentation, including construction schedules, project meeting participation, and warranty provisions for all completed work.