Z2DA--657-18-115JCA, CON: Replace Various Air Handling Units and Variable Air Volume Units (VA-26-00026953)

The Department of Veterans Affairs requires a construction contractor to replace various Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Variable Air Volume (VAV) units at the VA St. Louis Health Care System, John Cochran Division. The project involves removing and replacing existing HVAC equipment in Building 1, including the installation of government-furnished fan coil units, air terminal units, an air handling unit, a condensate pump, and ductwork, as specified in project drawings. Key tasks include maintaining HVAC services during the work, hazardous material abatement, demolition, structural and mechanical upgrades, site preparation, infection control measures, and restoration of affected areas to patient care standards. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision, providing a one-year warranty on equipment, protecting furniture and equipment, coordinating closely with hospital operations to minimize disruptions, and complying with VA technical standards, safety protocols, and infection control requirements. The estimated project cost ranges from $2 million to $5 million, with a firm-fixed contract type and an estimated completion period of 275 days from the notice to proceed. This solicitation is a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 238220, covering plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors. Proposals will be evaluated using a best value source selection process, with no discussions planned and the solicitation available for download in late February 2026. A single mandatory site visit will be conducted, and all submission and inquiry procedures are outlined for prospective bidders. Storage is limited to designated areas within infection control-approved barriers, and strict coordination with VA staff regarding utility shutdowns and room closures is required.