Z1DA--585-25-103 - Upgrade Facility Generator Controls Construction (VA-26-00020767)

This market research effort seeks qualified contractors capable of upgrading the control systems for three Cummins 1250kW diesel generators at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Michigan. The project involves installing modern PCC3.3 controllers at each generator, replacing the legacy Digital Master Controller with Cummins DMC 8000 V3.3 units, and upgrading communication cards in existing Automatic Transfer Switches to ensure seamless integration and compliance with NFPA 99 and NFPA 110 standards for emergency power systems. A temporary 1000kW generator and a step-up transformer will be deployed to maintain continuous backup power during the upgrade period, which is scheduled to last approximately 430 days from the Notice to Proceed. The work is critical to ensure the reliability and regulatory compliance of the facility’s emergency power system, which directly impacts patient safety and accreditation requirements. The procurement emphasizes the proprietary nature of Cummins equipment, making it necessary to acquire the components directly from Cummins to guarantee system compatibility and support. The project is designated as a sole-source effort under NAICS code 238210, targeting small businesses, specifically Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), to support subcontracting goals and compliance with VAAR 852.219-73. Interested parties are invited to submit detailed company information, construction experience, and socioeconomic status within an eight-page limit by December 1, 2025. This notice is solely for market research purposes to assess the availability of qualified vendors and does not constitute a formal solicitation or guarantee of contract award.