Z2NB--542-26-105 | Correct FCA Deficiencies Chiller Plant | NCO 4 Construction East (VA-26-00010360)

The contract, Solicitation Number 36C24426B0001, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4, is a firm fixed price construction project to correct Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) deficiencies in the chiller plant at the Coatesville VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. This procurement is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) that are certified through the SBA’s VETCERT program. The total estimated contract value lies between $250,000 and $500,000, with a maximum completion period of 120 calendar days following receipt of the Notice to Proceed. The work includes providing all necessary labor, supplies, equipment, transportation, and supervision to address the deficiencies identified in the chiller plant as detailed in the government-issued Statement of Work (SOW), drawings, and specifications. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with VAAR 819.7003, OSHA, and EPA regulations. Bidders are required to submit a 100% Performance and Payment Bond along with a 20% Bid Guarantee, ensuring financial security and performance reliability. The solicitation is issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) following FAR Parts 14 and 36 and will be made available electronically via SAM.gov starting on December 12, 2025. No paper copies will be distributed, and bidders must monitor SAM.gov for solicitation documents and any amendments; the government will not honor requests for solicitation materials by phone, email, or fax. While the pre-bid site walk-through scheduled is not mandatory, attendance is strongly encouraged to familiarize bidders with the work environment. The contract mandates adherence to comprehensive VA and VHA construction safety directives, including compliance with OSHA standards and VA Medical Center construction safety policies. The Government will perform inspection and acceptance at the place of performance, with formal oversight to ensure conformity to the SOW, applicable codes, and bond requirements. Communication concerning the solicitation is restricted to written inquiries submitted via email only to the designated Contract Specialist, Kevin Rodgers, prior to the stated deadline. Award is contingent on availability of FY26 funds, and final contract award will occur after receipt and evaluation of bids submitted electronically by January 16, 2026.