Z2DA-- Install Fall Protection 570 21 109 Fresno VA Medical Center

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking market research responses from qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive construction services to install fall protection systems at the Fresno VA Medical Center. The project, estimated to be valued between $1,000,000 and $5,000, will require the successful contractor to supply all necessary materials, labor, tools, equipment, supervision, and project management to complete the installation in a hospital environment. The NAICS code for this effort is 236220, which covers commercial and institutional building construction, with a small business size standard of $45 million. The VA emphasizes the importance of verifying small business status, including SDVOSB and VOSB certifications, and requires vendors to be registered in SAM with current representations. Responses to this sources sought will help the VA determine industry capability and shape future acquisition strategies, including whether the project will be set aside for small or disadvantaged businesses. Interested firms should demonstrate relevant past experience, provide details on bonding capacity, and address specific questions regarding project feasibility, timelines, and previous experience with similar projects, especially within hospital settings. The VA does not intend to award a contract based solely on this notice, nor does it guarantee a solicitation will follow. All responses must be submitted by February 6, 2025, to Rosario Chaidez via email, with the subject line indicating the project. This effort is part of the VA’s planning process to ensure qualified sources are identified for potential future procurement.