Z1DA--RENOVATE BLDG 143 4J SHOWER FLOORS

Contract 36C24626C0017, awarded on January 15, 2026, by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6, tasks Veterans Construction of America Inc with the renovation of shower floors in Building 143, Area 4J, at the Salem VA Medical Center. The project, valued at $98,334.77, was executed as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 238330. The scope of work involves the renovation of 20 bathrooms, including the demolition of existing flooring and the installation of new barrier-free tile systems with specific drainage and slope requirements to ensure proper water flow. The project required the 4J unit to be closed for 45 calendar days and mandated strict adherence to safety and environmental standards, including OSHA certifications and hazardous material handling for asbestos and lead paint. The contract was managed under FAR Part 14 Sealed Bidding procedures with a mandatory performance period of 120 calendar days. Key administrative requirements included the submission of electronic invoices via VA-approved systems and compliance with the Buy American statute, which prioritized domestic construction materials. Technical oversight was provided by the Salem Engineering Department, with final acceptance contingent upon on-site inspections and the resolution of all punch-list deficiencies. Contractors were required to maintain rigorous quality control records and ensure all personnel completed mandatory VA privacy and security training.