J045--Heat Exchanger Bundle Replacement Upgrade
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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), specifically the Phoenix Veteran Affairs Healthcare System, has issued a Solicitation for a Heat Exchanger Bundle Replacement Upgrade. This project aims to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the heating system at the Phoenix facility. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due by March 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The project involves the replacement of an existing Armstrong Tube and Shell heat exchanger bundle (Serial number 539028, Model WSX-67-2) and a Flo-rite Temp water heater (Model 665DW, Serial number 7470). The new installation will be a Spirax Sarco plate and frame heat exchanger (Package/Bundle model AEH-6E-PT-DHW-PN) or an equivalent system. The scope also includes replacing any worn-out or damaged copper lines, piping, and fittings within a 5-foot radius of the old unit to ensure proper fit and operation. The primary objective is to ensure long-term reliability, improve energy efficiency, and maintain optimal heating performance.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFP/RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a size standard of $19.0 Million.
- Product Service Code (PSC): J045 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Plumbing, Heating, And Waste Disposal Equipment).
- Place of Performance: Phoenix Veteran Affairs Healthcare System, 650 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: March 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time (Denver, USA).
- Submission Method: Bidders should refer to the full solicitation document for precise instructions.
- Evaluation Criteria: Not specified in the provided document summary.
Eligibility & Contact
- Eligibility: This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov, and SDVOSBs/VOSBs must also be registered in the SBA-DSBS Registry.
- Contracting Office: NCO 22, Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Point of Contact: Felicia Simpson, Contracting Officer, at Felicia.Simpson@va.gov or (480) 466-7919.