Z2DA--FY26: NRM (PROJ: 516-22-602) BB Install Alternate Connections for Steam and Chilled Water – Lee County

The project involves the installation of alternate connections for steam and chilled water at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center located at Cape Coral, Florida. Identified by project number 516-22-602, this contract falls under NAICS code 236220, related to commercial and institutional building construction. Key contract modifications include the incorporation of updated VAAR clauses concerning Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel and Personnel Vetting and Credentialing, pursuant to a class deviation effective February 27, 2026. Additionally, the FAR clause addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) discrimination by federal contractors is included, reflecting compliance requirements for April 2026. The solicitation, identified as 36C24826Q0450, was posted on May 5, 2026, with a response deadline extended to June 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contract Office 8, based in Tampa, Florida, is managing the contract, with David M. Hernandez serving as the primary contract specialist and point of contact. A site visit sign-in sheet has been provided as part of the contract documentation, underscoring the importance of site familiarity for bidders. The contract emphasizes regulatory compliance and inclusivity, ensuring qualified personnel vetting while fostering equitable contractor engagement.