Z1DA--Project No. 539-22-203 - Electric Deficiencies

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VISN 10) is seeking electrical infrastructure upgrades for the Cincinnati VA Medical Center through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation. The project involves comprehensive electrical system improvements, including demolition and replacement of multiple Motor Control Centers (MCCs) in Buildings 1 and 14, installation of new distribution panels, variable frequency drives, and integration with the existing Building Automation System. Contractors must complete the work with minimal disruption to the facility's 24/7 operations, scheduling shutdowns at least 4 weeks in advance and providing temporary power during equipment cutover. Bids are due by March 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, with a pre-bid site visit having occurred on February 6, 2025. The contract requires precise coordination with VA staff, adherence to strict safety protocols, and submission of detailed project schedules, shop drawings, and progress reports through a web-based project management system.

The solicitation is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 236220, with a size standard of $45 million. The estimated project value ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a performance period of 550 calendar days following the notice to proceed. Contractors must provide a bid guarantee of 20% (not exceeding $3 million) and will be subject to liquidated damages of $282.85 per calendar day of delay. The project location is 3200 Vine Street in Cincinnati, Ohio, and requires compliance with Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations for Hamilton County. Key technical requirements include installing 480V, 3-phase electrical systems, digital metering with Building Automation System connectivity, and using Tridium Facility Explorer controllers for system integration. Performance and payment bonds will be required within 10 days of contract award.