J091--Tank Testing and Veeder Root Installation

The Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System is seeking a contractor to perform tank testing and install Veeder FboNotice equipment at their Waco facility, with the option to propose equivalent products that meet specified performance and compatibility standards. The project involves providing all necessary personnel, tools, and materials to complete the services within a period of up to 120 days after receiving the Notice to Proceed, with an estimated project value between $250,000 and $500,000. The procurement will be conducted as a Firm-Fixed Price construction contract through an Invitation for Bid process under FAR Parts 14 and 36, with a tentative solicitation date in mid-January 2025 and an award expected by late February 2025. The NAICS code for this project is 237120, which pertains to oil and gas pipeline construction, and the small business size standard is $45 million. Participation in this contract is restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), which must be certified through the SBA VetCert Program prior to submitting an offer; failure to do so will render the bid non-responsive. The contract requires adherence to detailed specifications, including demonstrating product equivalence for proposed equal products. Key contacts include the Contracting Officer, Makarim Abdul-Jabbar, and the Contracting Officer’s Representative, Patrick Palmer. The project emphasizes compliance with federal procurement regulations and encourages eligible SDVOSBs to obtain certification to participate in this set-aside opportunity.