Z2DA--542-25-107 | Provide New Loading Dock Lift Building 13 | NCO 4 Construction East (VA-25-00031530)
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 36C24425B0007
- Agency
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Veterans Integrated Service Network 4
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) to provide and install a new loading dock lift at the Coatesville VA Medical Center. The project involves constructing a reinforced concrete pit and installing a hydraulic dock lift (Advance Lifts Model T2-60608) with specific technical requirements, including a 6,000-pound capacity, 5 HP motor, and 208V 3-phase power. Key contract requirements include forming a 12-inch thick protective concrete wall, installing electrical systems, and ensuring compliance with VA PG 18-1, VHA, EPA, and OSHA regulations. The solicitation indicates that evaluation will likely focus on SDVOSB verification, technical capabilities, and adherence to detailed specifications. Critical dates include a bid opening on May 22, 2025, with a site visit previously held on April 30, 2025, and bids to be submitted via email or hand-delivery.
The contract is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) contractors, with an estimated contract value between $100,000 and $250,000. The place of performance is Building 13 at the Coatesville VA Medical Center, with work to be completed within a 60-day performance period from the Notice to Proceed. Contractors must work Monday through Friday between 7 AM and 5 PM, using a 12x30 secured construction laydown area and providing their own tools, transportation, and facilities. The project requires installing a hydraulic dock lift with specific safety features, including handrails, safety chains, warning decals, and rubber bumpers. Contractors must be verified through the Center for Veterans Enterprises and adhere to national, state, and local building codes. The lift comes with a 10-year structural warranty and 2-year parts and labor warranty, with specific technical requirements for electrical systems, concrete work, and installation parameters.
Notice text
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Update #4 · Latest ·
Clause Incorporated by full text:
852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction.
As prescribed in 819.7011(b), insert the following clause:
VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (NOV 2022)
(a) Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(k)(2), the offeror certifies that -
(1) If awarded a contract (see FAR 2.101 definition), it will comply with the limitations on subcontracting requirement as provided in the solicitation and the resultant contract, as follows: [Contracting Officer check the appropriate box below based on the predominant NAICS code assigned to the instant acquisition as set forth in FAR 19.102.]
(i)  Services. In the case of a contract for services (except construction), the contractor will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-73 or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-74. Any work that a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 50% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Other direct costs may be excluded to the extent they are not the principal purpose of the acquisition and small business concerns do not provide the service as set forth in 13 CFR 125.6.
(ii) General construction. In the case of a contract for general construction, the contractor will not pay more than 85% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-73or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-74. Any work that a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 85% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.
(iii) Special trade construction contractors. In the case of a contract for special trade contractors, the contractor will not pay more than 75% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-73 or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-74. Any work that a similarly situated subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 75% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.
(2) The offeror acknowledges that this certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an Agency of the United States. The offeror further acknowledges that this certification is subject to Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001, and, as such, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the offeror subject to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties, including prosecution.
(3) If VA determines that an SDVOSB/VOSB awarded a contract pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127 did not act in good faith, such SDVOSB/VOSB shall be subject to any or all of the following:
(i) Referral to the VA Suspension and Debarment Committee;
(ii) A fine under section 16(g)(1) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 645(g)(1)); and
(iii) Prosecution for violating section 1001 of title 18.
(b) The offeror represents and understands that by submission of its offer and award of a contract it may be required to provide copies of documents or records to VA that VA may review to determine whether the offeror complied with the limitations on subcontracting requirement specified in the contract. Contracting officers may, at their discretion, require the contractor to demonstrate its compliance with the limitations on subcontracting at any time during performance and upon completion of a contract if the information regarding such compliance is not already available to the contracting officer. Evidence of compliance includes, but is not limited to, invoices, copies of subcontracts, or a list of the value of tasks performed.
(c) The offeror further agrees to cooperate fully and make available any documents or records as may be required to enable VA to determine compliance with the limitations on subcontracting requirement. The offeror understands that failure to provide documents as requested by VA may result in remedial action as the Government deems appropriate.
(d) Offeror completed certification/fill-in required. The formal certification must be completed, signed and returned with the offeror's bid, quotation, or proposal. The Government will not consider offers for award from offerors that do not provide the certification, and all such responses will be deemed ineligible for evaluation and award.
Certification
I hereby certify that if awarded the contract, [insert name of offeror] will comply with the limitations on subcontracting specified in this clause and in the resultant contract. I further certify that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of [insert name of offeror].
Printed Name of Signee:
Printed Title of Signee:
Signature:
Date:
Company Name and Address:
(End of clause)
Update #3 ·
NEW LOADING DOCK LIFT
PROJECT 542-25-107, SOLICITATION 36C24425B0007
AMENDMENT NO. 0002
Contractor questions and VA responses.
Include Site Visit Contractor Sign-in sheet dated 4/30/2025
Bid opening date May 22, 2025 at 10:00 A.M.
Takota Flats-SEG JV dated 5/7/2025
Q: Please confirm no bid bond is required.
VA: Bid Bonds are not required. Per section J of general instructions: The bid to whom award is made will be required to furnish a Payment Bond, SF 25A or Irrevocable Letter of credit, each in the penal sum as noted in the General Conditions.
Q: Please confirm if our firm is SDVOSB certified, showing in the SBA veterans database, do we have to submit anything to satisfy this? Do we have to submit one our JV members VetBiz certification?
VA: In accordance with FAR 52.219-28 (g) (8) Service-disabled veteran-owned small
business (SDVOSB) joint venture eligible under the SDVOSB Program. The Contractor represents that it [ ] is, [ ] is not an SDVOSB joint venture eligible under the SDVOSB Program that complies with the requirements of 13 CFR 128.402. [The Contractor shall enter the name and unique entity identifier of each party to the joint venture: __.]
Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and certified in VETCERT as SDVOSB at time of bid submission and bid opening. Utilize https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ to search your organization or Joint Venture to determine eligibility.
Q: Are we required to submit Representations and Certifications with bid?
VA: In accordance with FAR 52.204-8(d) (d) The Offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically in SAM accessed through https://www.sam.gov. After reviewing the SAM information, the Offeror verifies by submission of the offer that the representations and certifications currently posted electronically that apply to this solicitation as indicated in paragraph (c) of this provision have been entered or updated within the last 12 months, are current, accurate, complete, and applicable to this solicitation (including the business size standard applicable to the NAICS code referenced for this solicitation), as of the date of this offer and are incorporated in this offer by reference (see FAR 4.1201); except for the changes identified below [offeror to insert changes, identifying change by clause number, title, date]. These amended representation(s) and/or certification(s) are also incorporated in this offer and are current, accurate, and complete as of the date of this offer.
FAR Clause #
Title
Date
Change
Any changes provided by the offeror are applicable to this solicitation only, and do not result in an update to the representations and certifications posted on SAM.
The submission of representations and certifications with offer is not required and should be listed electronically on https://www.sam.gov, unless there are amended representation and certifications which would need to be incorporated into your offer.
Venergy Group, LLC dated 5/7/2025
Q: Are there any specifications in regards to lift amperage and voltage?
VA: See table on Electrical Diagram on loading dock schematic.
Q: Both existing electrical panels are fully loaded. Where would you like us to get power from for the lift?
VA: Panel 13B has space. Contractor will need to organize circuit breakers to accommodate a three phase breaker. Coordinate with VA COR and Electric shop.
Q: We see the existing electrical conduit run both in MC and conduit. Do you have a preference of material used?
VA: Conduit preferred.
Q: Should our proposal include field verification of existing panel conditions including ampacity?
VA: Yes
Update #2 ·
Amendment to 36C24425B0007
Update #1 ·
542-25-107 Provide New Loading Dock Lift
Coatesville VA Medical Center
Page 2 of 2
Scope of Work:
Form pit and 12-inch-thick protective wall encasement with 1/2-inch rebar cage and with steel curb angle iron. Provide four drain holes on the front wall of minimum 3-inch diameter or 3x3 size. Extend pit walls down to 3 feet below finished grade. Point protective wall encasement and dock at an approximate 20-degree angle from the existing loading dock and fill in angles with concrete at wall and dock. (Coordinate alignment with VA COR). Pour 4000 psi concrete around new pit area. Ensure reinforced concrete pad holding the hydraulic lift is capable of 6000 pounds. Provide Certificate of Compliance with concrete. Reference attached detail.
Provide and install new electrical disconnect, rigid conduit and electric wiring for new hydraulic lift.
Backfill as needed and pour new concrete to existing dock height in area that held the old scissor lift and control box.
Provide and install one (1) Hydraulic Dock Lift as a basis of design/salient characteristics Advance Lifts Model T2-60608 Recessed Dock Lift, with 10-year structural assembly warranty and 2-year parts and labor hydraulic assembly warranty.
Conform to ANSI MH29.1
Minimum 6,000-pound capacity; 3000-pound axle capacity ends and sides
5 HP Motor; approximately 10 FPM travel velocity
Deck to accommodate vehicle decks from 12 to 48 and platform dimensions of 6 -0 x 8 -0
Hydraulic fail safe
Equipped with handrails and safety chains.
Black and yellow safety striping and warning decals
Maintenance stand
Removable safety maintenance leg
Safety checker plate deck and lip
Toe guards (full range)
Lip length 20 (nominal)
Installation Style: Pit Model
Power unit: self-contained 208V 3 phase 60 htz, with power unit cover for weather protection
Provide 200V Motor Option
Optional Hydraulic Oil: OIL22 standard dock lift
Provide oil immersion heater.
Wall mounted push button controls with key lock-out (NEMA 4X)
Provide Bellows Screen option
Bumpers: rubber truck bumpers bolted to wall
Controls to be mounted on exterior wall of warehouse at functional location.
All portions of the lift must be resistant to corrosion.
Provide drain holes in the concrete walls at the pit floor level.
Provide 3-inch schedule 40 PVC conduit with long sweep elbows for hydraulic hose between pit and power unit, or as recommended by manufacturer. Provide rigid steel electrical conduit sized per NEC and per lift manufacturer recommendations for electrical conductors. Half-lap conduits below the slab with 10-mil PVC tape. Seal around all penetrations.
Extend storm leader at pavement up through new dock slab. Provide new copper downspout from gutter to the extended storm leader and secure to the wall.
Provide gravel infill compacted to 95%
Vendor shall supply own transportation to and from work site.
All construction work must be contained within a 6-foot-high secured chain link fence and is a hardhat area.
Vendor shall supply all necessary tools and equipment to accomplish job.
Vendor will be assigned a 12x30 construction laydown area which must be secured.
Vendor must supply their own PortaPotty with hand wash station.
Vendor shall work Monday Friday between 7AM and 5PM except for federal holidays
Concrete pour must be scheduled in advance to minimize traffic restrictions.
All work must follow VA PG 18-1, VHA, EPA, and OSHA safety regulations and subject to frequent inspections.
All work must conform to National, State, and Local building codes.
Contractor will have 60 days from Notice To Proceed barring supply chain issues.
Equipment shall have full parts and labor warranty for two years and a structural warranty for 10 years.
Contractors shall provide qualified Masons for this job.
Locate push button dock controls and disconnect under the overhang and in lockable, weather resistant boxes with rigid conduit. Install dual spotlight and switch to cover dock and inside trailer.
This wall is 12 thick reinforced concrete per drawing to include dock bumpers and steel corner angles. Bottom slab pitched towards front.
This area must contain a reinforced concrete pad capable of 6000 pounds. This is the pit area which must have 12 thick walls, a trough for electrical and hydraulics in accordance with lift manufacturer requirements. The pad must be pitched down toward the front at minimum 1/4 inch per foot.
Extend downspout ground leader above new dock, and tie new downspout into new ground leader
This area is filled with cage- reinforced concrete, extending the dock at a 20-degree angle.
This area filled with block and reinforced concrete slab
Remove board and repair brick in this area with color matched brick. Max. unsupported length 4 ft. during repairs.
Patch pavement to match existing after installation of pit and seal at all edges.
Raise ground leader to top of new pad and install new copper downspout to match existing in straight line. Clean out exist. leader prior to installation.
Pit for the hydraulic scissor lift. North side of pit is to be at approx. 20-degree angle off the building wall. Coordinate with COR.
Disconnect and control buttons in lockable weather tight box. Install dual spotlight and switch to cover dock and inside trailer.
Install rubber bumpers and imbed angle steel on corners. Apply caution yellow where appropriate
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 36C24425B0007 0003.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24425B0007 0002.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24425B0007 0001.docx | DOCX document | |
| S02 Loading Dock Pit Details_4-11-2025.pdf | ||
| S02 Loading Dock Part Plan_4-11-2025.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0007.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Z2DA--542-25-107 | Provide New Loading Dock Lift Building 13 | NCO 4 Construction East (VA-25-00031530) | Award Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation | |
| Z2DA--542-25-107 | Provide New Loading Dock Lift Building 13 | NCO 4 Construction East (VA-25-00031530) | Pre-Solicitation |
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