H335--Underground Storage Tanks Testing, Inspection, and Maint. Edward Hines VAH
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Qualification Details
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), specifically NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252), is seeking services for Underground Storage Tank (UST) Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL. This is a Presolicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. The acquisition is Unrestricted, with preference for SDVOSB/VOSB offers. Quotes are due by June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM Z.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires certified inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair services for nineteen (19) diesel/unleaded storage tanks (16 USTs and 3 ASTs). Services must comply with federal (40 CFR Part 280), state (Illinois State Fire Marshall - OSFM), and local environmental regulations. Key deliverables include:
- Review of historical tank performance and maintenance records.
- Coordination of compliance and permitting with OSFM.
- Formalized inspection reports with recommendations.
- Preventative maintenance and limited repairs.
- Decommissioning and removal of two ASTs at Building 20.
- Adherence to VHA Directive 1192 (influenza vaccination/masking) and facility security/privacy controls.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: Base year (September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027) with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Estimated Value: $19 Million (as indicated in Block 9).
- NAICS Code: 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services).
- Size Standard: $19 Million.
- Published Date: June 16, 2026.
- Quotes Due: June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM Z.
Evaluation & Submission
- Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email to Justin.Lemke@va.gov.
- Required Forms: Offerors must complete SF 1449 blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c, and block 1(a) on page 2.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Experience, Past Performance, Price, and Veterans Involvement (SDVOSB/VOSB preference).
- Site Visit: Strongly suggested, scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.
- RFQ Questions Deadline: Wednesday, June 23, 2026, at noon local time, submitted via email to Justin.Lemke@va.gov.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Block 10), with preference given to SDVOSB/VOSB offers when other factors are equal.
- Certifications: Offerors must be certified by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshall (OSFM) and possess Illinois Class ABC certification.
- Experience: Firms must have at least five (5) consecutive years of experience.
- Subcontracting: No subcontracting is permitted.
Additional Notes
Service Contract Labor Standards apply, with Wage Determination WD2015-5017 Rev32 attached. FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference or attached.