Z1DA--FY26 NRM - Repair Exterior Isolation Valves 583-26-502

The contract pertains to the repair and replacement of exterior isolation valves and fire hydrants at seven locations, including the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center and the VA Cold Spring Road Facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, under Project No. 583-26-502. The solicitation, numbered 36C25026Q0425, was issued on April 22, 2026, and is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) under NAICS code 236220, with the procuring office being the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contracting Office 10 in Dayton, Ohio. The work requires full compliance with industry standards such as AWWA C151, ASME B16.1, ASTM A123, and OSHA 29 CFR 1926, with materials subject to rigorous packaging, preservation, and labeling requirements to prevent corrosion, moisture damage, and physical degradation. Key equipment must be permanently marked with manufacturer details and certified compliant with NSF/ANSI 61 for potable water systems, while buried lines require color-coded warning tape and detection wires conforming to applicable standards. Contract execution demands strict adherence to safety and security protocols, including PIV card access, Tier 3 or Tier 5 background investigations for personnel, and mandatory OSHA 30-hour certification for competent persons managing crane operations, fall protection, and confined space entries. The contract includes special provisions limiting subcontracting to no more than 50% of the total value going to non-certified SDVOSB entities, ensuring the primary contractor remains responsible for performance. Technical oversight is managed by a designated Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Technical Representative (COTR), who must be notified three days in advance of any schedule changes. Invoicing must be submitted electronically via the VA EIPP system or X12 EDI format, with proper accounting data including AAC, TAS, or ACRN codes. The contract incorporates critical federal regulations including the Buy American Act, the prohibition on covered telecommunications equipment, and requirements for accessible information technology under Section 508. Although the estimated contract value and specific delivery schedule are not disclosed, performance is contingent upon timely completion after issuance of the notice to proceed, with acceptance occurring on-site upon government verification of compliance. Failure to meet safety, security, or socioeconomic certification standards may result in immediate termination without