Z2DA--Repair Bldg. 111 Concrete Facade 695-22-121 IFB

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 12 is preparing to procure concrete facade repair for Building 111 at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with solicitation release anticipated on or about November 4, 2026, and bid opening on approximately January 13, 2027. This procurement is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under Public Law 109-461.

Work is performed at the medical center located at 500 W. National Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from grade level to the 11th floor roof level. The scope includes repair of isolated cracks and spalls in precast concrete panels, removal and replacement of brick masonry along the full height of precast panels, sealant replacement across six facade phases covering north, west, and south elevations, and installation of flashing end dams and cavity closures to address water infiltration vulnerabilities. The work encompasses Drops 1, 3, 21, 23, 25, and 26 on floors 9 and 11. Asbestos-containing materials have been confirmed in existing caulk and flashing; the contractor is responsible for identification, abatement, and disposal, with all abated areas requiring visual clearance inspection approval from an industrial hygienist before recaulking. Work must occur primarily during day shift (8 a.m.–4 p.m.) while the hospital remains fully operational 24/7; demolition and noise-producing operations are scheduled after 4 p.m. The contractor must hold OSHA 30-hour safety certifications for superintendents and competent persons and comply with VA-specific security, badging, and infection control protocols.

The period of performance is 330 calendar days from Notice to Proceed. The estimated contract value is between $5 million and $10 million. The NAICS code is 236220 with a $45 million size standard. The contracting office is Department of Veterans Affairs GLAC 69D, Milwaukee. Zheily Ramos is the contracting specialist: Zheily.Ramos@va.gov, 1-414-844-4800.