Z2DA--Project 671A4-22-172 Replace Med Air and Vacuum System

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration is seeking a contractor to remove and replace the medical air and vacuum system at the Kerrville VA Medical Center in Texas, designated as Project #671A4-22-172. The solicitation requires a comprehensive replacement of existing medical air and vacuum system equipment in the basement mechanical room of Building 11, with a total construction period of 180 calendar days after notice to proceed. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to complete the project, including coordination with ongoing mechanical modernization work. The VA will evaluate bids based on lowest price technically acceptable criteria, with key considerations including SDVOSB certification, safety documentation, and compliance with infection control requirements. The final response deadline is January 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time, with a virtual bid opening scheduled for 1:00 PM CST on the same day.

The contract is 100% set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. The project's estimated value ranges between $250,000 and $500,000, with a firm-fixed-price contract structure. The place of performance is 3600 Memorial Blvd, Kerrville, TX 78028, specifically in the basement mechanical space of Building 11. Contractors must provide temporary air and vacuum systems if needed, complete comprehensive O&M training, and offer a minimum one-year warranty after project acceptance. Additional requirements include OSHA 10-hour safety training, TB screening, flu shots for personnel, and strict adherence to VA security protocols. Bidders must also submit electronic bids with a bid bond of 20% of the bid price, maintain active SAM.gov registration, and provide documentation of their SDVOSB certification through SBA VetCert.