Z2DA--Renovate Building 6 | NCO 4 Specialized (VA-25-00017047)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 4 is seeking a design-build contractor to renovate Building 6 at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center. The project involves complete architectural and engineering services, construction administration, and installation of new systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, IT infrastructure, and security systems. The solicitation utilizes a two-phase best value selection process, with Phase I proposals due March 31, 2025, at 4:00 PM DST, and up to three offerors selected to proceed to Phase II. Phase I evaluation factors will include Technical Approach, Technical Qualifications, and Past Performance, while Phase II will evaluate Design Concepts, Management Approach, Schedule, and Price. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM, and interested contractors must partner with an architecture/engineering firm to provide complete design-build services.

The contract is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under NAICS code 236220, with a $45.0M size standard. The estimated construction magnitude ranges between $2-5 million, with a 360-day period of performance after notice to proceed. This includes 60 days for plans/specifications, 15 days for shop drawings, 90 days for construction, and 30 days for closeout documents. The project requires a bid guarantee of 20% (not to exceed $3M) for Phase II proposals and will follow the Davis-Bacon Act wage determination for Luzerne County, Pennsylvania (PA20250095). Key project elements include removing the drive-through canopy, expanding parking to add 34 spots, installing new furniture systems throughout the building, and implementing an open floor concept design. The renovation will transform Building 6 to accommodate 43 employees with a mix of private offices and collaborative workspaces.