Z1DA--Renovate Main Lobby

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 6, seeks renovation of the main lobby at Salem VA Medical Center, with sealed bids due May 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT. This is a total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under 38 U.S.C. 8127(d), requiring the SDVOSB offeror to perform a minimum of 15 percent of construction work with its own labor force.

Place of performance is Building 143 at Salem VA Medical Center, 1970 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, Virginia. The scope encompasses renovation of approximately 30,000 square feet, including selective demolition; new terrazzo epoxy and ceramic tile flooring; gypsum board partitions; suspended acoustical ceilings; painting and wall treatments; restroom remodeling in five locations to meet ABA and VA Barrier Free design standards; plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire suppression, and alarm system upgrades; and exterior power washing and repainting.

The contract magnitude is $2,000,000 to $5,000,000. Performance period is 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, extended to 400 calendar days per the latest Q&A. The NAICS code is 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with an SBA size standard of $45 million.

Work must comply with Infection Control Risk Assessment Class III precautions, including negative air pressure systems with HEPA filtration, dust containment, and temporary barriers. All demolition and construction must occur during off-hours and weekends; spaces must be cleaned and reopened by 7:30 AM to maintain 24/7 hospital operations. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage per Department of Labor General Decision VA20260172, E-Verify enrollment within 30 days of award, VETS 4212, and FAR 52.222-90 (addressing DEI discrimination). A bid guarantee of 20 percent of bid price (not to exceed $3,000,000) is required using Standard Form 24. Performance and payment bonds are required post-award. Bidders must be registered in SAM at award and provide proof of general liability insurance without asbestos exclusions. Questions were due April 28, 2026. Amendment 0002, effective May 5, incorporates FAR 52.222-90 and provides Q&A clarifications on waste disposal, hazardous materials clearance, staffing (two personnel minimum: one Superintendent/Safety and Health Officer, one Quality Control Manager), and extended work hour flexibility.