J061--Emergency Generator PM

This contract, solicited under number 36C24126Q0589, is a combined synopsis and solicitation for a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside to provide preventive maintenance for emergency generators at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta, Maine. The scope of work encompasses inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair services for all emergency generator systems throughout the facility, with services required to be performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, the latest National Electrical Code, NFPA standards, VA policies, and local codes, ensuring compliance with the most stringent requirements when conflicts arise. Contractors must utilize manufacturer-certified technicians, particularly for Caterpillar and other diesel-powered generators, and all parts and materials must be original or equal in design and specification. Work must be documented through detailed reports submitted to the Contracting Officer’s Representative within three days of completion, including a Bill of Materials listing component names, quantities, part numbers, assumed prices, and lead times, along with HAZMAT documentation approved in advance. All travel, shipping, and equipment repair costs are covered under the contract without additional charge to the government. The contract structure spans a five-year period beginning September 6, 2026, with a one-year base period and four option years extending through September 5, 2031. Pricing is based on fixed, line-item rates for each period, with the total evaluated price calculated as the sum of all options. Offers must be submitted via email to the contracting specialist by July 13, 2026, and must fully accept all terms and conditions or clearly identify any exceptions. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and must submit formal certifications confirming compliance with limitations on subcontracting and socioeconomic status as an SDVOSB. Additionally, vendors must register in the VA’s VISTA system to be eligible for payment. The evaluation will be conducted through a comparative, side-by-side analysis of quotations, selecting the most advantageous offer considering both price and non-price factors. Technical compliance, past performance, and pricing will be assessed collectively, with no predetermined weightings. The contract incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, including requirements for SAM registration, personal identity verification, certification regarding payments to influence federal transactions, and options to extend services or contract term, all subject to the deviation notices indicated in the clause dates. The sole point of contact for all inquiries and submissions is Contract Specialist Yolanda Rankin, located at the VA’s Network Contracting