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C1DZ--652-23-108 Renovate MH and Polytrauma Courtyard

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This contract is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside for architect-engineer (A/E) services related to the renovation of approximately 7,400 square feet of courtyard space at the Central Virginia Health Care System in Richmond, Virginia. The project involves renovating two courtyards: one serving the Mental Health Unit and the other the Polytrauma Clinic. The goal is to create visually attractive, therapeutic outdoor spaces that comply with relevant VA design guidelines, including specific healthcare and healing environment standards. The anticipated construction budget ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, and all design and engineering services must remain within a six percent fee limitation based on that construction cost estimate. The contract requires submission of Standard Form 330 Architect-Engineer qualification packages by December 22, 2023, with firms selected based on demonstrated competence and qualifications. The A/E team will be responsible for comprehensive design services, including architectural, landscape, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, and telecommunication disciplines, covering all phases from conceptual design through construction administration and closeout. The project scheduling spans design completion over 280 calendar days, followed by 365 calendar days of construction period services, with a total projected completion timeframe of 825 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. The selected firm must be registered with appropriate state licensing boards, maintain required certifications, and comply with VAAR clauses related to SDVOSB status and information security protocols. The contract emphasizes minimizing disruption to ongoing medical center operations, maintaining continuity of patient care, incorporating sustainable design and recycling requirements, and managing project costs rigorously within the mandated budget through iterative cost estimating and deductive alternates if necessary.

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SDVOSB set-aside for 7,400 sq ft VA courtyard renovation with $500K-$1M budget.

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541330 - Engineering Services

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VA

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36C24623R0076 - Renovate MH and Polytrauma Courtyard A-E Qualifications

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652-23-108 Project Location Plan - Richmond VAMC

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Attachment D - Evaluation Process (Project #652-23-108)

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Standard Form 330 (SF330) - Architect-Engineer Qualifications

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Project 652-23-108 Past Performance Questionnaire

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 246-NETWORK Contracting Office 6 (36C246)
Contacts1 person available
OfficeHAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA
Office AddressHAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA
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Moses DengContract Specialist

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Page 1 of This request for A-E firm qualifications packages is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns under VAAR 852.219-73, VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside/ VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE (NOVEMBER 2020) (DEVIATION). THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR SF 330'S ARCHITECT/ENGINEER QUALIFICATION PACKAGES ONLY. ALL INFORMATION NEEDED TO SUBMIT SF 330 DOCUMENTS IS CONTAINED HEREIN. NO SOLICITATION PACKAGE, TECHNICAL INFORMATION, OR BIDDER/PLAN HOLDER LIST WILL BE ISSUED. THERE WILL BE NO SITE VISITS ARRANGED DURING THIS PHASE OF THE REQUIREMENT. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PROCUREMENT OF ARCHITECT-ENGINEERING (A/E) SERVICES: This is a request for Standard Form 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifications only. A-E Services are being procured in accordance with the Selection of Architects and Engineers Statute (Public Law 92-582), formerly known as the Brooks Act, and implemented in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 36.6. All submissions will be evaluated in accordance with the below selection criteria. Please submit SF 330 packages to the point of contact(s) listed below. The Government will not pay, nor reimburse, any costs associated with responding to this request. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. Firms will be selected based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for the required work. Any resulting award for the proposed A/E services will be procured under a negotiated Firm-Fixed Price contract in accordance with (IAW) FAR Part 15. GENERAL INFORMATION: Design shall comply with VA guidelines and specifications. Design manuals and specifications can be found at http://www.cfm.va.gov/TIL/. Proposed work is located at Central VA Health Care System (CVVHS), Richmond, Virginia, 23667. The Estimated Construction Magnitude in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 36.204 (b) is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The A/E Services listed herein is being procured in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 36.6 and VAAR 836.6. All offerors are advised that in accordance with VAAR 836.606-71 the total cost of the architect or engineer services to produce and deliver designs, plans, drawings, and specification must not exceed the application of the six percent (6%) architect-engineering fee limitation of the estimated cost of the construction. Potential contractors must provide credentials that confirm registration of Architects or Engineers registered to practice in this particular professional field involved in Virginia, must be registered in SAM (www.sam.gov) and Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert): http://veterans.cerify.sba.gov at time of submission of their qualifications in order to be considered for an award. As a prospective offeror for this Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set aside, you are verifying your company meets the status requirements of a SDVOSB concern as established by VAAR 852.219-73. NOTE - Offerors are referred to 852.219-73 (d)(1) Services. In the case of a contract for services (except construction), it will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VetCert-listed SDVOSBs. In order to assure compliance with this clause, all firms submitting a SF330 for this Special Notice are required to indicate what percentage of the cost of contract performance will be expended by the concerns employees and in which discipline(s) and percentage of cost of contract performance to be expended (and in what disciplines) by any other subcontracted or otherwise used small or large business entity(s). Any subcontracted or otherwise business entity(s) used must be identified by name, office location and size/type of business (i.e. SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), large, etc.). All submissions will be evaluated in accordance with the evaluation selection criteria as specified herein. The Central VA Health Care System is a working facility and phasing plans for minimizing downtime, and provisions for continuation of service during outages is critical to this project. Past Performance Questionnaire and SF 330 are due Thursday December 22, 2023 by 2:00 PM EST. Complete package page limit is 45 pages. Page limitation does not include past performance data (i.e CPARS, PPQs). Points of Contact: Moses Deng, Contract Specialist at moses.deng2@va.gov will be the primary contact. Please cc: Contracting Officer: Madeline Lucena Pulst at madeline.lucena-pulst@va.gov on all time sensitive submissions. PROJECT INFORMATION: Project No: 652-23-108 Project Title: Architect - Engineer Design Renovate Mental Health and Polytrauma Courtyard Central VA Health Care System (CVVHS) 1201 Broad Rock Blvd Richmond, Virginia 23249 The NAICS Code for this procurement is 541330, Engineering Services and the applicable Small Business Size Standard is $25.5 million annual revenue. The projected award date for the anticipated A/E contract is on or before February 21, 2024. The anticipated period of performance for completion of Architectural Design service to include final report with recommendations and renovation processes is 280 Calendar Days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP). Procurement time frame is 180 Calendar Days after completion of design completion. Construction Period Services (CPS) for the project is 365 Calendar Days after Notice to Proceed. Therefore, the ultimate completion time frame for this project is: 825 Calendar Days. An Architect & Engineer (A/E) contract will be negotiated. The A/E shall provide a cost estimate of future repairs. Cost estimates detailing quantities of materials, labor, profit, overhead, insurance, taxes, etc. in the format found at https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/aeDesSubReq.asp for Minor and NRM Projects. ARCHITECT-ENGINEER DESIGN SCOPE OF WORK RENOVATE MENTAL HEALTH AND POLYTRAUMA COURTYARDS CENTRAL VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (CVVHS) PROJECT NO: 652-23-108 PROJECT NAME: Renovate Mental Health and Polytrauma Courtyards ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000 1. SUMMARY OF SERVICES Provide professional Architect/Engineer (AE) and healthcare planning services necessary to create an acceptable and within budget design to renovate approximately 7400 square feet of existing courtyard space (3200 sf for Mental Health and 4200 sf for Polytrauma). The intent of this design is to renovate the courtyards to provide a visually attractive area for patients to meditate and heal. Services required of this A/E contract shall include, but are not limited to: Part I Preparation of Existing Conditions and Conceptual Design Investigative Services: Preparation of existing conditions plan and schematic design SD (15%) which includes site investigation for existing architectural, landscape design, equipment/ furnishings, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, security, and telecommunication. Perform project site investigation in accordance with the Site Investigations section of this scope of work. Part II Preparation Drawings and Specifications Design Development: Preparation and submission for VA review interim design development document packages DD1, and DD2. Design development packages shall be submitted in accordance with the terms of the Design Package Submission Schedule section of the Scope of Work. Packages shall contain a complete set of documents as specified in the Design Requirements/Submissions section of this scope of work. The A/E shall develop a design necessary to meet the requirements listed in the Project Scope section. Design services shall include the following disciplines: architectural, landscape design, equipment/ furnishings, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, security, and telecommunication. Part III Preparation of Drawings and Specifications - Construction Documents Preparation of construction bid documents, CD1 (95%), CD2 (100%) and BD (Final Bid Documents) at the completion of the design development process in accordance with the Design Package Submission Schedule section. Final construction document packages shall contain a complete set of documents as specified in the Design Requirements/Submissions section of this scope of work. The AE shall finalize the design that meets the requirements in the Project Scope section of this scope of work and the construction budget. Design shall include the following engineering services: architectural, landscape design, equipment/ furnishings, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, security, and telecommunication. Part IV - Construction Period Services: Review and provide concise direction on all submittals, shop drawings, product data, samples, RFI s, change order proposals, etc. in accordance with Construction Period Services section of this statement of work. Services shall also include: Construction Laboratory Testing services as required by design specifications Providing record drawings based on finalized contractor red-line as-builts. Part V - Site Visits: Visit the site at the request of the VA in accordance with section Site Visits in this scope of work. The AE shall respond on site within a two-hour period when requested. A total of five (5) site visits during construction shall be included. Each site visit shall be documented through a field report denoting the purpose and results of the site visit. 2. PROJECT SCOPE 2.1 General Requirements AE is responsible for providing all services necessary for design of this project i.e. architectural, landscape design, equipment/ furnishings, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, security, and telecommunication. AE will review needs identified by the Integrated Project Team for the area under consideration for design and provide recommendations. A minimum of two conceptual layout options that address the identified needs will be presented to the VA for review. Prior to submission of Schematic Design material, the AE shall meet with the VAMC s COR to discuss any proposed phasing requirements for the project. These phasing requirements shall describe the general sequence of the project work, estimated project duration, and what Government constraints will exist that will influence the Contractor's approach to the construction project. The AE shall be responsible for documenting the phasing requirements. The AE shall provide an evaluation, cost estimate, and conceptual plans to determine the feasibility of completing the project within project budget for each of the three options submitted. Disadvantages and advantages will be provided including impacts to patient care/medical center operations and order of magnitude cost estimates (with cost of patient care factored into the economy/feasibility). Design will have modern finishes selected in coordination with VA. Finishes shall incorporate recycled materials. AE shall provide finish boards at the DD2 (65%) and CD1 (95%) submissions with samples, manufacturer names, series, colors, etc. for easy clarification. Project design will require the construction contractor to recycle demolished materials to the greatest extent possible. Documented quantities, disposal method and final certified documents noting that demolition materials have properly been recycled. At the CD1 (95%) design submission, the AE shall finalize a construction plan showing any temporary conditions for construction, per phase, to ensure general conditions, life safety and infection control requirements are designed, identified and specified including: identify contractor laydown area, trash, delivery, and pedestrian/construction routes. identify temporary utilities for contractors use as necessary identify utilities/systems passing through construction space or that require bypass during construction to be maintained/bypassed to ensure continuity of services in adjacent areas The following items shall be addressed with the design: All spaces shall be ADA compliant and meet VA Barrier Free Design Standard Patient and Hospital Wi-Fi in all areas Always minimize impacts to continuity of care. Phase construction as required to minimize impacts to continuity of care as the work is being completed. 2.2 Specific Requirements Provide professional engineering services for the design and construction administration to renovate approximately 7400 square feet of existing exterior courtyard space located as part of the Mental Health Unit in Building 500 and the courtyard for the Polytrauma Clinic at Building 514. The renovation shall involve all the space indicated in Attachment G, Project Location Plan. The project design will outline and specify (but is not limited to) the following construction activities: Demolition of the existing exterior features, landscaping and finishes. Installation of any new utilities and structures in the courtyard areas. Installation of new landscaping, plantings, features, improvements, equipment, furniture and all items necessary to have a pleasant and inviting courtyard areas for veteran patients. The courtyard for the inpatient mental health unit must be designed in accordance with VA Inpatient Mental Health and Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program Facilities design guide. The courtyard for the Polytrauma Clinic must be designed in accordance with the VA Architectural Design Guide and the VA Healing Environment Design Guidelines. This renovation project must also functionally mesh with the surrounding functional spaces. The A/E shall take into consideration the functions of surrounding areas in determining placement features within the renovation. The estimated cost of construction for this project must always be within the programmed construction budget of between $500,000 and $1,000,000. If during the design process the estimated cost of construction exceeds the budget, the A/E is to immediately notify the VA and work with the Integrated Project Team (IPT) to reduce the scope of the design to bring the project within the construction budget. Once measures to reduce the estimated cost are finalized the A/E shall provide a summary of the changes to the design scope for VAMC and VISN 6 approval. 3.0 SITE INVESTIGATIONS 3.1 As-Built Investigations The AE will make site visits as necessary to survey and document all existing conditions. The AE shall make site visits, as required, to determine the existing as-built conditions of areas contained in this project. Information, including drawings and other documentation, provided to the AE shall be used as reference only. Original as-built and historical drawings are available upon request. The AE shall verify all as-built condition related to this project despite the presence of as-built drawings. The AE shall coordinate visits with the COR as assigned at the NTP. The AE shall arrange for and oversee the performance of such investigations necessary for the proper design of the project. AutoCAD background drawings may be provided by the VA upon request and shall be used as reference only. The AE shall field verify every physical aspect that relates to the project using onsite investigation methods. 4.0 DESIGN PACKAGE SUBMISSION SCHEDULE The AE shall submit review packages, so they are received on the day noted in the schedule below. Attachment Tasks/Submissions Schedule Duration Calendar Days Completion Date - Calendar Days after NTP Initial Investigation - Integrated Project Team (IPT) meeting 1 day 14 days A Generate/Submit Schematic Design SD (15%) (2 options) 35 days 49 days IPT Review 28 days 77 days B Design Development DD1 (35%) design submission 28 days 105 days IPT Review 21 days 126 days C Design Development DD2 (65%) design submission 28 days 154 days IPT Review 21 days 175 days D Construction Documents CD1 (95%) design submission 28 days 203 days IPT Review 21 days 224 days E Construction Documents CD2 (100%) design submission 28 days 252 days IPT Review 14 days 266 days F FINAL Construction Bid Documents BD submission 14 days 280 days The issuance of the NTP may be performed virtually and will be an introduction of the AE team to the IPT. The IPT will consist of at a minimum, the following members: Impacted clinical services Impacted administrative services Engineering (safety, biomed and M&O) OIT Infection Control Quality Management Patient Safety Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service Mental Health Service Other members of the medical center who have vested interests in the design, compliance and accreditation for the medical center. The period between the NTP and the initial IPT meeting shall be used for the AE to gather data/information to be well prepared to discuss their design intent and to ensure project requirement/restraints are understood to make a highly productive meeting at the initial IPT meeting. This time shall also be used to gather as-builts and begin investigative services. AE will be required to attend and take minutes at each IPT meeting. Minutes will be submitted electronically to the COR and Contracting Officer within five (5) calendar days of each meeting. AE is responsible for documenting through meeting minutes all comments received at the IPT on-site reviews including but not limited to written, typed, drawing mark-ups, verbal etc. The first five working days of the IPT review time will be for the VA to determine minimum acceptability of the design submission. If the VA finds the design submission to be unacceptable, the AE will be required to resubmit the submission. The VA review time will not be impacted and shall remain the same number of allotted days with the first five working days for the VA to determine acceptability of the design submission. The AE will be responsible for maintaining the overall design completion date and is responsible for making up lost time due to unacceptable design submissions. An incomplete submission is defined as a submission lacking any piece of information outlined in Attachments A F of this SOW, or failure of submission to include a required item as outlined by PG-18-15, Volume C. All documents submitted shall comply with the CAD standards contained in the VA Building Information Model Standards. 5.0 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS/SUBMISSIONS 5.1 General Requirements The AE shall submit complete review package in accordance with the following requirements and guidelines outlined in PG 18-15 A/E Submission Requirements, Vol. C and in accordance with this scope of work. Please pay specific attention to the schematic, design and construction submission requirements. As appropriate depending upon the complexity of the design, the AE may elect to delete individual submissions where not required (i.e. Do not address A. Site Development, Landscaping for interior renovation projects) Deliver all design packages in person directly to the COR on the established dates to allow the VA IPT to meet as scheduled. A transmittal letter is required to go to the Contracting Officer on the same day as delivery. Include all information required for each submittal as outlined in Program Guide PG-18-15, Volume C and as modified in the Attachments A F, with the attachments taking precedence. AE shall provide a checklist of all submittals, certifications, tests, and inspections required per drawing and specification section. All designs shall be accomplished in accordance with VA guidelines and specifications, which are available on the Internet at the Office of Construction and Facilities Management, Technical Information Library. As a minimum, design shall comply with the applicable sections from the following VA standards and guidelines found at the web site above: PG-18-1 Master Construction Specifications PG-18-3 Design & Construction Procedures PG-18-4 Standard Details and CAD Standards PG-18-5 Equipment Guide List H-18-8 Seismic Design Handbook (Seismicity = Low, Risk Category = IV, Site Class = D, Seismic Design Category = C, Component Importance Factor, Ip = 1.5) PG-18-9 Space Planning Criteria, and VA-Space & Equipment Planning System (VA-SEPS) PG-18-10 Design Manuals PG 18-12 Design Guides PG-18-13 Barrier Free Design Guide PG-18-15 Minimum Requirements for AE Submissions PG-18-17 Environmental Planning Guide Infrastructure Standards for Telecommunication Spaces, v3.1 Special Design Requirements (includes asbestos, fire/life safety and physical security) Sustainable Design Requirements Cost Estimating Requirements AE Quality Alerts AE Design Alerts VA Inpatient Mental Health and Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program Facilities Design Guide VA Healing Environment Design Guidelines 5.2 Cost Estimating The AE shall manage the execution of the project within the VA programmed construction budget. The entire AE design team will take ownership of the project construction budget and be an advocate for successful execution of the project within the available funding. The cost estimator s role must be viewed as a critical element of project cost management. Rather than limiting responsibilities to simply reporting costs, the estimator must be an integral part of the design team, continually interacting and providing input to design decisions at every stage of development. 5.2.1 Cost Estimate Objective Cost estimates for the base bid shall be within the VA programed construction budget. If the cost estimate is outside of the construction budget, the AE is responsible for notifying the VA of potential budget issues, providing non-scope impacting recommendations to get estimate within the budgeted construction cost and providing design documents that correspond accordingly. Design submissions with cost estimates outside of the construction budget are grounds for rejecting a design submission. The final construction document submission estimate shall not be greater than the VA programed construction budget and not less the 90% of the VA programed construction budget. All cost estimates costs shall be escalated to the midpoint of the expected construction period. 5.2.2 Recapitulation The AE shall provide a recapitulation sheet of the total project (phase by phase as appropriate) listing site work, each new building, each new building addition and each renovated building separately. This document shall precede the summary sheets. A recapitulation sheet will be required for each bid packages (deductive alternates). 5.2.3 Level of Detail The level of detail of the estimate shall be consistent with the degree of completeness of the drawings being submitted. If a construction element is shown, it must be priced; if it is shown in detail, it must be priced in detail. For detailed elements, "lump sum" or "allowance" figures will not be acceptable. Project estimates will include all elements within the contractor s bid such as insurance, bonds, hazardous abatement and any other such items. 5.2.4 Timing of Submission Responsible decisions cannot be made without knowing the associated cost. Cost documentation must be delivered at the same time as other design submissions. The AE is responsible for managing workflow and communications to ensure that this can be accomplished. It is understood that some details may change in the final days preceding a submission. Cost data shall be submitted on the most up to date design information possible, with a narrative of any late developments that will affect cost. 5.3 Deductive Alternates The AE shall provide a design identifying a minimum of 10% of the construction budget as deductive alternates. The project must remain within the construction budget with all deduct alternatives in place. Each alternate shall be progressively deductive in nature and shall be non-scope impacting. The VA and AE shall work collaboratively to ensure project remains viable for medical center operations within the allotted budget. The VA will have the final determination on the AE recommended bid deducts. Items removed as bid deducts shall be evaluated to determine impacts to the remainder of the design. Certain bid deducts could require a separate design to keep the design intent viable. Items identified as yes in question 1 of the below decision tree shall not be removed as bid deductive alternates. Items identified as yes in question 2, 3, or 4 of the below decision tree shall not be removed as bid deductive alternates without explicit consent from the Contracting Officer through the facility Chief Engineer. Items identified as no in question 4 shall not be included as part of the construction project, however, utilities and site prep for such equipment (or future equipment) is permissible. 5.3.1 Decision Tree Is the item necessary to meet requirements for an occupied building? This includes all governing code required items, such as fire alarm. If yes, the item is to be funded within the construction project. If no, proceed to question 2. Is the item covered by OCFM's Master Construction Specifications PG-18-1, Divisions 1 through 10, 13 through 26, or 28 through 48? If yes, the item is to be funded within the construction project. If no, proceed to question 3. Is the item covered in OCFM's Master Construction Specifications PG-18-1, Division 27 and not IT equipment*? If yes, the item is to be funded within the construction project. If no, proceed to question 4. Is the item covered in OCFM's Master Construction Specifications PG-18-1, Number 12 31 00, 12 32 00, 12 34 00, or 12 36 00? If yes, the item is to be funded within the construction project. If no, then the equipment must be funded by the facility s respective equipment fund from medical care appropriations. *IT equipment includes: computers, monitors, keyboards, docking stations, phones, printers, scanners, etc. Cabling and raceways for IT equipment is not included as part of IT equipment. Other Non-IT equipment includes: physical access control systems, data closet racks, WI-FI (both patient and medical), temp track, testing and punch down of the information systems etc. 5.4 VA Information Security Requirements 5.4.1 GENERAL Contractors, contractor personnel, subcontractors, and subcontractor personnel shall be subject to the same Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Directives and Handbooks as VA and VA personnel regarding information and information system security. 5.4.2 ACCESS TO VA INFORMATION AND VA INFORMATION SYSTEMS A contractor/subcontractor shall request logical (technical) or physical access to VA information and VA information systems for their employees, subcontractors, and affiliates only to the extent necessary to perform the services specified in the contract, agreement, or task order. All contractors, subcontractors, and third-party servicers and associates working with VA information are subject to the same investigative requirements as those of VA appointees or employees who have access to the same types of information. The level and process of background security investigations for contractors must be in accordance with VA Directive and Handbook 0710, Personnel Suitability and Security Program. The Office for Operations, Security, and Preparedness is responsible for these policies and procedures. Contract personnel who require access to national security programs must have a valid security clearance. National Industrial Security Program (NISP) was established by Executive Order 12829 to ensure that cleared U.S. defense industry contract personnel safeguard the classified information in their possession while performing work on contracts, programs, bids, or research and development efforts. The Department of Veterans Affairs does not have a Memorandum of Agreement with Defense Security Service (DSS). Verification of a Security Clearance must be processed through the Special Security Officer located in the Planning and National Security Service within the Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness. Custom software development and outsourced operations must be located in the U.S. to the maximum extent practical. If such services are proposed to be performed abroad and are not disallowed by other VA policy or mandates, the contractor/subcontractor must state where all non-U.S. services are provided and detail a security plan, deemed to be acceptable by VA, specifically to address mitigation of the resulting problems of communication, control, data protection, and so forth. Location within the U.S. may be an evaluation factor. The contractor or subcontractor must notify the Contracting Officer immediately when an employee working on a VA system or with access to VA information is reassigned or leaves the contractor or subcontractor s employ. The Contracting Officer must also be notified immediately by the contractor or subcontractor prior to an unfriendly termination. 5.4.3 VA INFORMATION CUSTODIAL LANGUAGE Information made available to the contractor or subcontractor by VA for the performance or administration of this contract or information developed by the contractor/subcontractor in performance or administration of the contract shall be used only for those purposes and shall not be used in any other way without the prior written agreement of the VA. This clause expressly limits the contractor/subcontractor's rights to use data as described in Rights in Data - General, FAR 52.227-14(d) (1). VA information should not be co-mingled, if possible, with any other data on the contractors/subcontractor s information systems or media storage systems in order to ensure VA requirements related to data protection and media sanitization can be met. If co-mingling must be allowed to meet the requirements of the business need, the contractor must ensure that VA s information is returned to the VA or destroyed in accordance with VA s sanitization requirements. VA reserves the right to conduct on site inspections of contractor and subcontractor IT resources to ensure data security controls, separation of data and job duties, and destruction/media sanitization procedures are in compliance with VA directive requirements. Prior to termination or completion of this contract, contractor/subcontractor must not destroy information received from VA, or gathered/created by the contractor in the course of performing this contract without prior written approval by the VA. Any data destruction done on behalf of VA by a contractor/subcontractor must be done in accordance with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) requirements as outlined in VA Directive 6300, Records and Information Management and its Handbook 6300.1 Records Management Procedures, applicable VA Records Control Schedules, and VA Handbook 6500.1, Electronic Media Sanitization. Self-certification by the contractor that the data destruction requirements above have been met must be sent to the VA Contracting Officer within 30 days of termination of the contract. The contractor/subcontractor must receive, gather, store, back up, maintain, use, disclose and dispose of VA information only in compliance with the terms of the contract and applicable Federal and VA information confidentiality and security laws, regulations and policies. If Federal or VA information confidentiality and security laws, regulations and policies become applicable to the VA information or information systems after execution of the contract, or if NIST issues or updates applicable FIPS or Special Publications (SP) after execution of this contract, the parties agree to negotiate in good faith to implement the information confidentiality and security laws, regulations and policies in this contract. The contractor/subcontractor shall not make copies of VA information except as authorized and necessary to perform the terms of the agreement or to preserve electronic information stored on contractor/subcontractor electronic storage media for restoration in case any electronic equipment or data used by the contractor/subcontractor needs to be restored to an operating state. If copies are made for re...

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NAICS: 623220
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Q402--Medical Respite Transitional Housing
Solicitation # 36C24627Q0019
The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 is soliciting quotes for a firm fixed price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract to provide off-site Medical Respite Transitional Housing for homeless Veterans within the Salisbury VA Health Care System region. The program serves Veterans who require recuperative care and medical respite but do not need hospital-level care, providing a safe environment for those for whom typical emergency housing is unsuitable. The facility must be located within 50 miles of the Salisbury VA Medical Center or 25 miles of a Community Based Outpatient Clinic or Health Care Center. The contract includes a base period from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, with four subsequent option years, with a final delivery date not exceeding December 31, 2031. The facility is expected to serve between 3 and 10 Veterans per day. Required services include 24/7 accessible accommodations meeting ADA standards, three nutritionally adequate meals daily, case management, individualized care plans, and medication monitoring. The contractor must implement strict security and privacy protocols, including HIPAA compliance and the secure storage of personal health information. Performance is monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan, with a specific focus on critical incident reporting within 24 hours and monthly safety plan reviews for high suicide risk Veterans. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 623220. Award will be based on best value, evaluating technical capability, a multidisciplinary facility inspection, past performance, and price.
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NAICS: 562111
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J045--SOLID WASTE REMOVAL
Solicitation # 36C24626Q0898
The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 is soliciting quotes for comprehensive solid waste, garbage, and recycling collection and disposal services at the Richmond Central Virginia VA Health Care System. This is a firm-fixed-price IDIQ contract set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The period of performance consists of a base year ending September 30, 2027, with three subsequent one-year options, potentially extending through September 30, 2030. The scope includes the scheduled removal of waste from various containers, including 42 CY and 35 CY compactors, as well as the management of universal waste such as batteries and lamps. The contract specifically excludes hazardous chemical and radioactive waste, and regulated medical waste is handled under a separate agreement. The contractor is responsible for providing clean, serviceable containers and managing the collection of mixed recyclable metals and miscellaneous yard waste. While the VA maintains ownership and responsibility for the repair of the Sani-Pak compactor and baler, the contractor is responsible for hauling and emptying the receivers. Award will be based on a best-value determination, where technical approach and past performance combined may be weighted more heavily than price. Key requirements include compliance with SDVOSB subcontracting limitations, maintaining minimum general liability insurance of 500,000 dollars, and adhering to strict packaging and labeling standards for universal waste. Total estimated tonnage for the requirement is 1,800 tons.
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NAICS: 621511
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Q501--STAT CLINICAL LAB TESTING AND AUTOPSIES
Solicitation # 36C24627Q0076
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 6, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified businesses capable of providing comprehensive referral laboratory testing, specimen transportation, and autopsy services. The primary service area includes the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center and associated Central Virginia VA Health Care System locations. The scope of work encompasses clinical and anatomic pathology requirements, including analytical testing, the processing and maintenance of specimen integrity, STAT testing, and medical autopsy services involving gross and microscopic examinations. The contractor will also be responsible for providing secure specimen transportation, consultative services for test selection and interpretation, and electronic access to patient results. This opportunity is open to various small business concerns, including SDVOSBs, VOSBs, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and EDWOSB entities, under NAICS code 621511 with a size standard of 45.5 million dollars. Providers must maintain strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and hold essential certifications, such as CLIA and CMS-deemed status through organizations like the College of American Pathologists or The Joint Commission. Interested parties must submit a capability statement not exceeding five pages to Gordon Burns by October 27, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET. This notice is for acquisition planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a guarantee of a future contract award.
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NAICS: 811198
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Golf Cart Maintenance
Solicitation # 36C24627Q0057
Solicitation 36C24627Q0057 is a request for quotations from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 6, for a base year plus four option year service contract. The contract requires the provision of all personnel, tools, diagnostic equipment, and transportation necessary to perform preventive maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair services for a fleet of 39 government-owned golf carts and utility vehicles at the Hampton VA Medical Center in Hampton, Virginia. Services may be performed on-site or at the contractor's off-site facility, with the contractor responsible for the pickup and return of vehicles. Key deliverables include adhering to manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedules, acknowledging service calls within one business day, and submitting complete service reports for all work performed. This procurement is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside, and the contractor must comply with limitations on subcontracting by not paying more than 50 percent of the government-paid amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. The government intends to make a single award based on technical acceptability and the lowest total evaluated price, which will include the base requirement and all option years. Per Amendment 0001, the response deadline has been extended to October 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Quotations must include a signed Standard Form 1449, pricing on company letterhead, active SAM registration, and a signed certificate of compliance regarding subcontracting limitations.
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NAICS: 236220
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Z2DA--Renovate Space for Patient Care Improvements
Solicitation # 36C24626B0038
The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 issued solicitation 36C24626B0038 for construction services to renovate approximately 3,500 square feet of clinical space on the first floor of Building 47 at the Asheville VA Medical Center. The project, identified as Project 637-22-102, focuses on improving ENT and Podiatry patient care areas through the creation of a new waiting area, modernization of exam rooms, increased storage capacity, and necessary code upgrades. The scope of work includes interior demolition, installation of metal framing, gypsum board, acoustical ceilings, casework, and finishes, as well as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and asbestos abatement. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000, with a contemplated firm-fixed-price contract and a performance period of 183 calendar days. This solicitation is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns under NAICS code 236220. Bidders are required to comply with USACE EM 385-1-1 safety standards, the Davis-Bacon Act, and specific VA design standards. Key requirements include the use of qualified journeyman painters and the submission of an electronic security memorandum to protect sensitive information. While the solicitation detailed rigorous submission guidelines via email to the Contract Specialist and required extensive documentation including an SF 1442 and proof of SDVOSB certification, Amendment 0001 dated October 15, 2026, officially cancelled the solicitation, stating that no award has been or will be made under this specific action.
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