Y1DA--561-26-103 Upgrade Electrical and Plumbing in Building 18B

Solicitation 36C24227B0003 is a sealed bid for professional construction services to upgrade electrical, lighting, and IT systems, and to remediate waste line drainage issues in Building 18B at the VA NJ HCS East Orange Campus. The project involves converting underutilized exam and day room spaces into operational administrative office space, requiring site verification, patching, painting, and finish restoration. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $250,000 and $500,000. This opportunity is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 236220. The period of performance is listed with conflicting estimates of 150 and 608 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with a phased approach including 60 days for submittals and equipment delivery and 90 days for construction and testing. Key requirements include compliance with VA ISTS v5.0 for telecommunications, adherence to the Davis-Bacon Act, and the provision of performance and payment bonds for contracts exceeding $150,000. Contractors must maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and follow specific packaging and marking standards, including the American Public Works Association Uniform Color Code for utilities. Offers must be submitted as sealed bids by November 30, 2026, at 9:45 AM EST. Required submission documents include a completed SF 1442, a bid pricing sheet, a bid bond, and a formal certification regarding limitations on subcontracting. Awardees will be evaluated based on quality, schedule, management, and small business utilization. The project is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2, with Dayna Dickson-Miller serving as the Contracting Officer.