BOILER SAFETY DEVICE TESTING SERVICES

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To ensure the safe and reliable operation of the Central Energy Plant at the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) in Fresno, California, by providing qualified contractor support for boiler pressure vessel inspections and Boiler External Inspection (BEI) safety device testing, in compliance with VHA Directive 1810.

• Perform inspection and testing services for boiler plant equipment, pressure vessels, and BEI safety devices as detailed in Attachment A.

• Conduct required monthly testing activities and one semiannual boiler safety device inspection/testing cycle per contract year.

• Services include inspection, testing, operational verification, completion of Government-provided forms/checklists, identification and reporting of deficiencies.

• The contractor shall NOT perform repairs or corrective maintenance unless separately authorized.

• Services must comply with VHA Directive 1810, VHA Boiler and Associated Plant Safety Device Testing Manual, manufacturer recommendations, OSHA, and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

• Completed Government-provided forms/checklists and reports must be submitted within five (5) business days following completion of each activity.

• Contractor personnel must be qualified and knowledgeable in relevant safety systems and procedures.

• Place of Performance: Central Energy Plant, Building 2, 2615 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno, CA 93703.

• Normal hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday, coordinated with the COR. Work outside these hours requires prior approval.

• Contractor must qualify as a "Qualified Testing Contractor" per VHA Directive 1810 (experience at three other VA medical facilities).

• Personnel must be trained, qualified, and knowledgeable in boiler systems, safety devices, and relevant safety procedures (lockout/tagout, confined space, OSHA).

• Contractor must provide all necessary tools, testing equipment, PPE, and permits.

• Strict coordination with VA Central Energy Plant personnel is required for all site access, outages, shutdowns, and testing activities.

• Immediate notification to VA personnel of any identified unsafe conditions or deficiencies is mandatory.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for Boiler Safety Device Testing Services for the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) in Fresno, CA. The government is seeking information on contractor capability, experience, geographic availability, and business size status to determine the most appropriate acquisition strategy. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice.

The anticipated services include:

• Monthly boiler safety device testing.
• One Government-scheduled semiannual boiler safety device inspection/testing cycle per contract year.
• Boiler pressure vessel inspection support.
• Boiler External Inspection (BEI) safety device testing.
• Completion of Government-provided testing checklists.
• Deficiency identification and reporting.
• Inspection and testing documentation.

Services are for inspection and testing only; repairs, maintenance, or equipment replacement are not included.

The government anticipates a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) services contract.

Interested vendors are requested to submit a capabilities statement by email to karen.cooper332@va.gov by June 10, 2026, 4:00 PM Pacific Time. The response should not exceed five (5) pages.

Responses will assist the government in determining the appropriate set-aside. The government will consider the results for a potential set-aside determination, particularly for verified SDVOSB or VOSB firms. Potential Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

The draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached for informational purposes. Vendors should identify their experience, qualifications, and business size. Recommendations for NAICS and PSC codes are also requested.