4520--Lyons VAMC Water Heater Replacement Brand Specific to ensure hookups are compatible no additional piping being considered
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contract Office 02, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ) for the replacement of water heaters at the Lyons VA Medical Center in Lyons, NJ. This acquisition is for the procurement of two brand-specific Patterson-Kelley semi-instantaneous water heaters (PK-08D and PK-10D) to ensure compatibility with existing hookups. Installation will be performed by VA staff. This is a Total Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Offers are due by June 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of two specific Patterson-Kelley semi-instantaneous water heaters, including electronic Operation & Maintenance Manuals and Factory Authorized Start-Up & Training for each unit.
- Item 1: One (1) Patterson-Kelley Model PK-08D Semi-Instantaneous Water Heater. This unit must have a capacity of 27 GPM Domestic Hot Water (40-120F), 25 psig steam supply, and 5 psig coil pressure. Key features include a copper nickel pressure vessel, factory insulation, double wall copper nickel tube bundle, bronze circulator pump, Spence steam control valve, Wye strainer, ASME T&P relief valve, and a high-temperature limit system.
- Item 2: One (1) Patterson-Kelley Model PK-10D Semi-Instantaneous Water Heater. This unit must have a capacity of 65 GPM Domestic Hot Water (40-140F), 40 psig steam supply, and 25 psig coil pressure. It requires similar features to the PK-08D but with larger components appropriate for its higher capacity.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Performance Period: 60 days from award (for delivery and start-up/training)
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Lyons VA Medical Center, 151 Knollcroft Rd, Lyons, NJ 07939
- Product Service Code (PSC): 4520 (Space And Water Heating Equipment)
- NAICS Code: 333414
Eligibility & Submission
This acquisition is a Total Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Offerors must be certified and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer and award. Compliance with VAAR 852.219-73 and 852.219-76 regarding limitations on subcontracting is required. Quotes must be submitted via email to Corey.Swinton@va.gov.
Timeline
- Offer Due Date: June 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.
- Published Date: May 26, 2026.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Corey P Swinton, Contract Specialist, at corey.swinton@va.gov or 838-433-7507.