J045--West Haven Backflow Repairs - VACHS Plumbing
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 VA Connecticut Healthcare System is soliciting proposals for Backflow Repairs at the West Haven VA Medical Center. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, with the government intending to award a Firm-Fixed Price contract. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Quotes are due May 15, 2026, by 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, and incidentals for backflow repairs. Key tasks include:
- Replacing the relief port on an 8” backflow device (Type RPBP, Tag # SN NG-2107) located outside the left manhole facing Building 02 Fire Service.
- Lubricating and repacking components as necessary.
- Tagging all existing and new valves and components.
- Furnishing certified backflow testing and inspection by a Connecticut Department of Health certified tester.
- Performing start-up and acceptance testing.
- Submitting all required documentation, including final dispositions, a final report with tests, photos, and work completed within 10 business days of completion.
- Furnishing material certifications for replacement parts and a waste manifest.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 36C24126Q0442
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Place of Performance: VAMC West Haven, 950 Campbell Ave, West Haven, CT 06516
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors)
- Size Standard: $19 million
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, by 10:00 AM EST
- Questions Deadline: April 30, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST
- Mandatory Site Visit: May 05, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. at VA Medical Center West Haven, Building 15.
Eligibility & Evaluation
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and VISTA. Field representatives must be located within 200 miles of the West Haven Campus, and technicians must be trained by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) on the specific equipment model. Documentation of factory-certified training is required upon request.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government, considering price, past performance, and technical capability.
- Price: Complete Attachment 1 - Price Schedule.
- Past Performance: Provide 1-3 references using Attachment 2 - Past Performance Worksheet.
- Technical: Demonstrate corporate experience, capabilities, and technician qualifications as per the Statement of Work.
Submission Details
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to Nathan.Langone@va.gov. Hand deliveries will not be accepted. Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items.