C1DB--B21 HVAC Upgrades/Roof Replacement AE Project 659-26-200

Contract 36C24626C0070, awarded to CB Design Group, Inc. on September 25, 2026, for $358,742.56, provides professional Architect-Engineer services for Project 659-26-200 at the W.G. Bill Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside project involves the design and documentation for HVAC upgrades and roof replacement in Building 21, specifically focusing on the installation of a new Air Handling Unit (AHU 21-8) for the Pharmacy Compounding Room and upgrades to the steam system. The scope includes site investigation, schematic design, construction documents, cost estimates, and construction period services, with an anticipated construction magnitude between $2 million and $5 million. The total estimated period of performance is 788 calendar days, encompassing 243 days for design, 180 days for procurement, and 365 days for construction. The selected firm is responsible for delivering as-built drawings in AutoCAD 2025 format and ensuring all designs comply with VA specifications, NFPA Life Safety Codes, and infection control risk assessment requirements. Selection was conducted under the Brooks Act, prioritizing technical qualifications and specialized experience in healthcare and pharmacy clean environments over price. All technical submissions must be signed and sealed by a professional licensed in the state of North Carolina.