C1DA--PN: 438-23-450, Replace/Upgrade CLC HVAC CPS (SF)
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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.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source, Firm-Fixed-Price contract to Alesia Architecture, P.C., a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). This contract is for Construction Period Services (CPS) for Project 438-23-450, which involves replacing and upgrading the CLC HVAC system at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS) in Sioux Falls, SD. This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive proposals. Firms believing the VA should not pursue this sole source must submit information by May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor will provide Construction Period Services (CPS) to administer the HVAC replacement/upgrade project throughout its construction phase. Alesia Architecture, P.C. was previously responsible for furnishing 100% Construction Documents for this project.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Intended Contractor: Alesia Architecture, P.C. (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)
- Product Service Code: C1DA (Architect And Engineering Construction: Hospitals And Infirmaries)
- Justification: The sole-source award is justified under 41 USC §3304(a)(5) and 38 U.S. Code § 8127(c), as implemented by VAAR 819.7008 (DEVIATION) for sole source awards to certified SDVOSBs up to $5,000,000. The justification is based on Alesia Architecture, P.C.'s prior work on the project's design documents, ensuring continuity, avoiding duplication of costs and labor, and preventing unwarranted time delays.
Key Dates & Submission Information
- Response Deadline: May 14, 2026, by 2:00 PM CT
- Submission Method: Firms challenging the sole-source intent must submit information via email to Jennifer Smith at Jennifer.Smith59@va.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for informing the public of the VA's intent to award a sole-source contract; no solicitation will be issued. The government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties responding to this notice. A determination to compete this proposed contract based on responses is at the sole discretion of the Government. A Notice of Justification & Approval document will be made available after the award.