J041--Rental Chiller
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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) is soliciting quotes for a 150 Ton Air Cooled Rental Chiller for the White River Junction VA Medical Center in Vermont. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. An amendment clarifies contractor responsibilities for mechanical and electrical tie-ins. Quotes are due April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will deliver and connect a 150-ton air-cooled rental chiller to the ground level near Granite building 31, utilizing existing external building connections for water and power. Key chiller specifications include 460/3/60 voltage, 95°F ambient design temp, 54°F entering water temp, and 44°F leaving water temp. The contractor is responsible for providing the lines to connect the chiller to building taps and performing the mechanical connection. For electrical tie-in, the contractor must provide wiring up to the panel and coordinate with VA electricians for the final connection, potentially by supplying a connector for VA electricians to wire into a disconnect.
The scope also includes routine maintenance and service, initial startup, ensuring operation to design specifications, monitoring temperatures/pressures, cleaning condenser coils and water strainers, inspecting for leaks, and performing manufacturer-specified preventative maintenance. A technician must be dispatched at no cost to diagnose and repair any issues. All submittals require VA review and approval.
Contract Details
This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ). The Period of Performance is from April 27, 2026, to October 27, 2026. This procurement is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside under NAICS Code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $16.5 Million size standard, and FSC/PSC J041. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to glorimar.estevezcortorreal@va.gov by April 13, 2026, at 4 PM Eastern Time. Award will be based on a comparative evaluation considering Price, Past Performance, and Technical factors. Offerors must include a statement accepting the solicitation's terms or listing exceptions, and provide an authorized distributor's letter. Bidders should incorporate the clarified mechanical and electrical tie-in responsibilities into their quotes.
Additional Notes
Four photos are attached to the amendment, providing visual context for the rental chiller's proposed location and existing electrical equipment.