Z2DA--Repair Exterior Finishes, Building 1 and OPC |570-21-108 | Fresno VA

The contract solicitation, number 36C26126R0034, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, requests proposals for comprehensive exterior building envelope repairs at the Fresno VA Medical Center, specifically targeting Building 1 and the Outpatient Pavilion and Clinic (OPC). The scope includes labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to conduct non-abrasive cleaning, inspection, and restoration of terra cotta, stucco, fenestration, and related architectural elements. Key work areas encompass glazing and roofing system repairs and replacements, vestibule renovations, and new access installations. Work is to be executed over a 330-calendar-day period from the Notice to Proceed, with additional contract alternates for various roof replacements extending performance periods as specified. The project emphasizes maintaining building operations and infection control measures during phased construction to ensure safety, weather resistance, and enhanced energy performance of the facility’s exterior envelope. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a best-value tradeoff considering technical merit and cost, aligned with FAR acquisition principles. Technical factors include project scheduling that demonstrates understanding of the Statement of Work, project team composition with qualified key personnel in relevant construction trades and experience working in hospital environments, and past performance on similar complex projects valued above $5 million. Price proposals must be reasonable, balanced, and consistent with technical submissions. The contract will be firm-fixed-price and includes stringent contract administration requirements, including invoicing protocols and adherence to specified FAR and VAAR clauses. Special contract requirements mandate key personnel approvals, adherence to security and background checks consistent with VA directives, and detailed packaging and preservation standards for materials. Inspection and acceptance will be conducted on-site under FAR 52.246-12 with comprehensive quality and testing documentation requirements before final acceptance. The contract also incorporates an amendment adding an updated FAR clause addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion discrimination policies and references documentation from a pre-proposal site visit. The contracting officer overseeing the procurement is Rosario Chaidez, who serves as the primary technical and contractual point of contact.