H399--Vertical Lift Inspection Services VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 21, is issuing a sources sought notice for vertical lift inspection services at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System in Reno, Nevada. The scope of work requires a contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform annual Category 1 and five-year Category 5 load inspections and certifications for five hydraulic and thirteen geared vehicle lifts. The proposed period of performance consists of a base year starting January 1, 2027, with four subsequent one-year option periods extending through December 31, 2031. Qualified inspectors are designated as key personnel and must possess current ASME-QEI certification and at least five years of experience as a certified elevator inspector. All work must comply with ASME A17.1, A17.2, A17.3, A17.5, NFPA 70, and the regulations of the State of Nevada Department of Business and Industry. The contractor is responsible for providing comprehensive narrative reports, cost estimates, and obtaining necessary permits and insurance. Interested respondents must submit a capability statement by October 19, 2026, including their socioeconomic status, SAM unique entity ID, and a detailed description of their experience with vertical lift systems. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541350 for building inspection services, with a small business size standard of 11.5 million dollars. Compliance with FAR 52.219-14 and 52.219-27 regarding limitations on subcontracting is required, necessitating that at least 50 percent of the cost of personnel be expended for employees of the prime concern.