X1DB-Florence, KY CBOC New Replacing- 36C25025R0029 - SDVSOB Set Aside
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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 10 (36C250), is soliciting proposals for a new VA Clinic in Florence, KY. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity seeks a lease for approximately 16,500 ANSI/BOMA Occupant Area (ABOA) square feet of contiguous space. The solicitation, RLP 36C25025R0029, was amended to extend the proposal submission deadline to April 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The VA requires a modern, sound, and substantially constructed building in good condition. Key requirements include:
- Space: Approximately 16,500 ABOA square feet of contiguous space.
- Parking: 150 surface/outside parking spaces, including 15 ADA-compliant spaces, secured and lit.
- Location: Within a specific area of consideration in Florence, KY, with proximity to amenities such as restaurants, hotels, pharmacies, shopping, and a hospital or emergency room. Public transportation access (bus rapid transit stop within 2,640 feet) is also required.
- Building Specifications: Single floor space preferred, no bifurcated sites, no atriums, specific column size, not in a FEMA 100-year floodplain, zoned for VA use, and not in close proximity to incompatible uses (e.g., liquor establishments, cannabis dispensaries, correctional facilities, residential, or industrial areas). No apartment space within the same building.
- Sustainability: Energy efficiency standards, including ENERGY STAR® certification or equivalent within 18 months of occupancy for new buildings. LEED®-NC Silver level certification is required for projects 10,000 RSF and above.
- Security: Facility Security Level II requirements apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Lease agreement (Product Service Code X1DB: Lease/Rental Of Laboratories And Clinics).
- Period of Performance: Lease term up to 20 years, including non-firm terms, with government termination rights. Commencement is anticipated on or about June 2027.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) (FAR 19.14).
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception).
- Submission Deadline: Offers are due by April 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Electronic via email or VA accessible cloud/server; paper submissions will not be considered.
- Anticipated Award Date: On or before September 1, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a best value tradeoff process, considering both price and technical factors. Technical merit will become more important as proposals become more equal in price. Offerors must submit pricing for alternative lease terms: 20 years firm, 20-year term/15-year firm, and 15-year term/10-year firm.
Additional Notes
Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) are required prior to Lease Award. Contact information has been updated; primary contact is Kenneth Staiduhar at kenneth.staiduhar@va.gov or 216-707-7775.