Big Spring Backflow Preventer Service

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for services to Test, Inspect, Certify, and repair Twenty-Seven (27) Backflow Preventer Assemblies and associated isolation and bypass valves annually at the West Texas VA Health Care System in Big Spring, TX. The objective is to ensure all backflow preventers and associated valves are functional per current codes and regulations.

• Services: Annual testing, inspection, certification, and repair of 27 backflow preventer assemblies and associated valves.

• Specifics: Includes 19 domestic water backflow preventers and 8 fire suppression backflow preventers of various sizes.

• Personnel: Services must be performed by a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Licensed Tester for domestic water and a State of Texas Licensed Fire Protection Company for fire suppression.

• Repairs: Contractor will replace structures/obstructions and repair any damage caused during the task. Repairs to valves will be made using kits provided by the VA.

• Deliverables: Detailed work plan, testing equipment, tags, completed TCEQ Form 20700, and reports to COR and City of Big Spring.

• Compliance: Adherence to NFPA Codes, TCEQ rules, OSHA standards, and other relevant regulations.

• Personnel Requirements: Fully qualified and competent personnel, background investigations, and PIV card issuance.

• Period of Performance: One (1) base year and four (4) option years.

• Contract Type: Best Value selection using Comparative Analysis.

• Submission Deadline: June 10, 2026, 11:00 AM CDT.

• Submission Method: Via email to Taminie Woodrow, Contract Specialist.

• Required Documents: Signed SF 1449, VAAR Clause 852.219-75 certification, Capability Statement (max 3 pages), copies of permits/licenses/certifications, and up to three relevant contract references.

• Evaluation Criteria: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. The Government will use a best value selection process, considering factors beyond just the lowest price.

• Site Visit: Recommended on May 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.

• Technical Questions Deadline: June 1, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT, via email.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 238220, Size Standard: $19 Million.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with 52.212-1 having an addendum.

• Options to extend services (FAR 52.217-8) and the term of the contract (FAR 52.217-9) are included and will be evaluated.

• Various clauses related to security, personnel vetting, and subcontracting limitations are included.

Wage Determination

This document provides the official U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division wage determination for various occupations in the state of Texas, specifically for contracts covered by the Service Contract Act. It outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for employees performing services under such contracts.

• Geographic Area: The wage determination applies to Texas counties including Andrews, Bailey, Borden, Briscoe, Castro, Childress, Collingsworth, Cottle, Crane, Crockett, Dallam, Dawson, Deaf Smith, Dickens, Donley, Fisher, Floyd, Foard, Gaines, Glasscock, Gray, Hale, Hall, Hansford, Hardeman, Hartley, Haskell, Hemphill, Howard, Hutchinson, Kent, King, Knox, Lamb, Lipscomb, Loving, Mitchell, Moore, Motley, Nolan, Ochiltree, Parmer, Pecos, Reagan, Reeves, Roberts, Scurry, Shackelford, Sherman, Stonewall, Swisher, Terry, Throckmorton, Upton, Ward, Wheeler, Winkler, and Yoakum.
• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates is provided. This includes a wide range of job categories from administrative support to technical and protective services.
• Fringe Benefits: The document indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific details on Health & Welfare benefits and Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) are provided.
• Executive Orders: Notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Federal Contractor Minimum Wage) are included, outlining contractor obligations.
• Vacation and Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation (based on years of service) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year are detailed.
• Conformance Process: Instructions are provided for contractors needing to classify and determine wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in this determination.

This wage determination is crucial for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs for proposals on Service Contract Act-covered contracts within the specified Texas counties. Failure to comply with these minimum wage and benefit requirements can lead to contract violations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice for "Big Spring Backflow Preventers Service." It serves as both a synopsis of the procurement and a solicitation for offers.

The specific requirements or deliverables for the "Big Spring Backflow Preventers Service" are not detailed in this document. Further details are expected to be provided in subsequent documentation or through the solicitation process.

• Solicitation Number: 36C25726Q0560

• Contracting Office ZIP Code: 76504

• Contracting Office Address: Department Of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, 1901 Veterans Memorial Drive, Temple TX 76504

• Place of Performance Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, VA West Texas Health Care, 300 Veterans Blvd, Big Spring TX 79720

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 06-10-2026 11:00 AM CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA

• Archive: 60 DAYS AFTER THE RESPONSE DATE

• Set-Aside: SDVOSBC (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business)

• Point of Contact: Taminie Woodrow, Contract Specialist, taminie.woodrow@va.gov

• Product Service Code: J045

• NAICS Code: 238220

• Recovery Act Funds: N