Vacuum Condensate Pump Rebuild for the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, 820 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

Solicitation 36C25227Q0025 is a firm-fixed-price commercial repair service request issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Great Lakes Acquisition Center. The project requires the rebuild of the existing condensate collection system, including the replacement and installation of critical pump and control components, at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Damen Building Basement in Chicago, Illinois. This procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), and the selected contractor must complete all work within ninety calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The scope of work includes full disassembly, inspection, and reinstallation of vacuum pumps to meet manufacturer specifications, as well as the removal and disposal of all replaced components. The government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose proposal is most advantageous, evaluating quotations based on total price, technical capability, and relevant experience, particularly within VA facilities. Offerors must submit their quotes by October 1, 2026, and are encouraged to attend a site visit on September 23, 2026. Key administrative requirements include the use of the Tungsten Network for electronic invoicing, adherence to Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-5017 for Cook County, and compliance with the Buy American Act. Additionally, the contractor is prohibited from paying more than 50 percent of the contract value to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs.