Z2LB--553-305 Fisher House Minor Construction Site Prep - Detroit, MI

The Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center Austin is seeking a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) to perform site preparation work for the John D. Dingell VA Fisher House in Detroit, Michigan. The project involves removing and replacing 1,500 square feet of damaged sidewalk along Bethune Street, adding 180 square feet of new sidewalk at the facility entry, and replacing 220 linear feet of curbing, gutter, and catch basins. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database and will be evaluated on past performance and price. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 24, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET, with proposals due by May 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT. The evaluation will focus on the contractor's ability to complete the project within 45 calendar days of receiving the notice to proceed, adhering to specific technical specifications and city engineering standards.

The solicitation is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses with a contract value between $100,000 and $250,000. The project is located at 7600 Woodward Ave in Detroit, with work to be performed during normal working hours from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Additional site improvements include expanding the existing irrigation system, adding green space, and planting six Bosque Elm canopy trees. The contractor will be responsible for obtaining necessary permits from the City of Detroit, installing safety fencing, and coordinating all aspects of the site preparation. Compliance with VA security management programs is mandatory, and all employees must obtain permission and be identified by VA police. The project requires a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to ensure all safety requirements are met throughout the construction process.