Z2NZ--CON-NRM 653-23-101 Repair-Replace Campus Sewer and Storm Drain Lines

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a pre-solicitation notice (Solicitation Number 36C26026R0023) for a major construction project aimed at repairing and replacing sanitary sewer and storm drain lines on the Roseburg VA Medical Center campus in Oregon. With an estimated contract value between $20 million and $50 million, the project is planned for full and open competition, with the formal solicitation anticipated to be released around mid-December 2025. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price agreement through a best value trade-off process in accordance with FAR Part 15, focusing heavily on the offeror’s technical experience and past performance, which collectively outweigh price considerations. The period of performance is set at 425 calendar days from the notice to proceed, including an initial 60-day submittal phase followed by 365 days for construction completion. The scope of work involves comprehensive general construction activities including demolition, infrastructure alterations, road and walkway repairs, drainage and sewer replacement or repair, patching, finishing work, and removal or modification of existing structures. Detailed construction drawings and specifications will be provided with the solicitation, developed by GDM of Oregon, encompassing disciplines such as concrete, electrical, utilities, earthworks, and site improvements. A rigorous quality control program is mandated throughout the project with multiple control phases, detailed documentation, and compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and construction standards including OSHA, NFPA, ASTM, and VA hospital requirements. Contractor personnel must meet specific qualifications including a dedicated Construction Quality Control Manager certified in Construction Quality Management. Security provisions require VA-issued badges, pre-work coordination, and strict access controls. Payment and administrative processing are centralized through the VA Financial Services Center in Austin, Texas, with invoicing routed to the Network Contracting Office in Vancouver, Washington. All proposals must be submitted in two volumes—technical/past performance and price—and adhere to stringent format and submission requirements, with the deadline for receipt expected to be approximately 30 days following the solicitation posting. This project complies with applicable trade agreements and Buy American provisions, and will be procured using FAR clauses reflecting current regulations with specific deviations tailored for this construction effort.