J041--Replacement of AC Liebert Unit for IT Equipment Room
Overview
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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) is seeking capability statements for the Replacement of an AC Liebert Unit for an IT Equipment Room at the Central Alabama Healthcare Systems (CAVHCS) in Montgomery, AL. This is a correction to a previous Request for Information (RFI) and serves as a presolicitation for an upcoming requirement. Capability statements are due by April 3, 2026, at 11:00 am EST.
Scope of Work
The project involves the removal and replacement of the existing indoor Liebert Unit and the outside condenser unit serving the IT room. This includes powering down and removing the old units, placing new indoor and outdoor units, and completing initial startup and verification of proper operation. All work must adhere to VA, OSHA, and EPA safety policies and be performed during normal business hours (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal Holidays). A one-year warranty on equipment and work is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / RFI Correction
- Performance Period: April 6, 2026, to September 5, 2026
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Product Service Code: J041 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, And Air Circulating Equipment)
- Capability Statement Due: April 3, 2026, at 11:00 am EST
- Published Date: March 23, 2026
Eligibility / Set-Aside
No specific set-aside has been designated for this requirement at this stage. Previous market research sought information on various business size classifications, including Service Disabled/Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB/VOSB), Hub zone, 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, woman owned small business, FSS/GSA contract schedule holders, PC3/Choice Program providers, and large businesses.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors should submit capability statements via email to the Contracting Officer. The purpose of this request is to gather information on potential qualified sources for the upcoming solicitation.
Additional Notes
This notice is a correction to a previous RFI. The contracting office is 247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247) / Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center. The point of contact is Terri Hudson (terri.hudson@va.gov); email communication is preferred.