Y1DA--NRM-CONST- 630A4-26-408 Fire Hydrants Replacement

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 2 in Albany, New York, has awarded a construction contract under solicitation number 36C24226B0023 for the replacement of fire hydrants and post indicator valves at the St. Albans Community Living Center in Jamaica, New York. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (SDVOSB), with NAICS code 236220, and an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000. The work includes removal of defective or nonfunctional fire hydrants and post indicator valves, installation of new equipment per manufacturer specifications, repainting, hydraulic testing, certification, and full site restoration, all in compliance with NFPA standards and VA construction requirements. The contract requires a 240-calendar-day performance period beginning upon issuance of the notice to proceed, with all work to be completed on-site and inspected for compliance by the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Electronic bid submission was mandated via email by March 10, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. EST, with bid opening conducted via Microsoft Teams. Contractors must adhere to strict federal and VA-specific regulations, including compliance with the Buy American Act requiring a minimum of 55% domestic content in materials, with foreign materials not exceeding 20% more than domestic equivalents. Workforce provisions require adherence to prevailing wage determinations under NY20260003, with mandatory submission of payroll records, certifications of compliance with labor standards, and full adherence to the Davis-Bacon Act. All personnel must undergo Personal Identity Verification (PIV) consistent with HSPD-12 and complete VA privacy and security training within 12 days of access request. Security protocols prohibit photography, require badge access, and mandate daily cleanup and repair of any site damage caused by contractor staff. The Contracting Officer, Samantha Chavanga, will evaluate bids under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) framework, prioritizing responsiveness, responsibility, and compliance over cost alone. Deliverables include operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, and certification documentation. Payment will be processed electronically via VA’s EIPPS system, and the contractor must ensure all subcontractors comply with the same set-aside, wage, safety, and reporting obligations. Failure to meet any clause requirement, including bonding, certification, or security