Z2DA--657-23-104JC, Prepare Site for New Computed Tomography Unit, Room A259

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a construction contractor to prepare an existing space at the Saint Louis VA Medical Center, John Cochran Division, for the installation of a new Computed Tomography (CT) unit in Room A259. The project includes renovation and refreshment of rooms A259 and A259A, installation of a dedicated HVAC system, and related construction activities such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, fire protection, abatement work, and demolition as needed. The contractor must provide all necessary supervision, labor, materials, and equipment, and adhere strictly to the provided architectural-engineering specifications, VA terms, local and national codes, and coordinate with VA personnel throughout the work. The project site investigations and adherence to as-built drawings and field verifications are required to fully understand the scope and conditions. The estimated project duration is 210 calendar days from the notice to proceed, with an estimated cost range of $1 million to $2 million. This procurement is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with firm requirements to ensure subcontracting limits and compliance with applicable SBA and VA acquisition regulations. The solicitation process will follow a Best Value Lowest Price Technically Acceptable source selection method, with award potentially made without discussions, and all submissions must comply with registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) under the relevant NAICS code 236220 for commercial and institutional building construction. A single mandatory site visit is scheduled to provide potential offerors with detailed project information. The solicitation package and specifications are expected to be available by March 27, 2026, via SAM.gov, and interested contractors are urged to monitor for amendments and updates through this platform. The contractor is responsible for including all applicable federal, state, and local taxes in their proposal price, as no tax exemptions will be granted or allowed for this procurement. Direct communications via emails or phone calls for solicitation copies or questions will not be entertained; all procedures and instructions are detailed in the formal solicitation release.