Y1EZ--762-24-700 | Construct EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades | Tucson, AZ CMOP |
Overview
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PSC
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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 PCAC (36C776) office, is soliciting bids for EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades at the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) in Tucson, AZ. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside procurement. The project involves general construction and infrastructure enhancements. Bids are due by May 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This project, identified as Y1EZ - 762-24-700, requires a contractor to provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, expertise, administration, supervision, and transportation for comprehensive EHRM infrastructure upgrades. The scope includes general construction, site preparation, demolition, and removal of existing structures. Key technical specifications cover:
- Electronic Safety & Security Systems: Installation and integration of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Video Surveillance Systems (VASS), Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), and Fire Detection and Alarm Systems. New equipment must be compatible with existing Software House CCURE 9000 PACS and Genetec Security Center VSS.
- Building Systems: Requirements for demolition, metals, wood, thermal protection, openings, finishes, specialties, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC (including new CRAC units compatible with JCI Metasys), and electrical systems.
- Infrastructure: Conduits, wiring (UTP, coaxial, RS-485, low-voltage, fire alarm), grounding, bonding, and surge protection. New primary and secondary fiber pathways are required.
- Quality & Safety: ICRA Level 3 is required. Special inspections and structural observations are mandatory, with a template provided for the Statement of Special Inspections.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Magnitude: Estimated between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.
- Period of Performance: 414 calendar days, commencing 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be certified in the SBA's VetCert database at the time of bid submission and award.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose conforming bid is most advantageous to the government, based solely on price (evaluated for fairness and reasonableness).
Key Requirements & Amendments
- Subcontracting Limitations: Contractors must ensure no more than 85% of the amount paid by the government is paid to non-SDVOSB/VOSB firms for general construction, excluding material costs. A certificate of compliance is required.
- Project Management: Mandatory use of a web-based project management software (e.g., Procore, Oracle Primavera) for communication and documentation, including providing user licenses and training for VA personnel.
- Environmental: Reports on asbestos and lead-based paint (LBP) indicate no asbestos in sampled roof materials, but mirror mastic and other materials were previously identified or assumed to contain asbestos. LBP was not detected in tested painted surfaces. Bidders must review these reports for safety protocols and cost estimation.
- Wage Rates: Bidders must comply with prevailing wage rates for building construction in Pima County, Arizona, as detailed in General Decision AZ20260040.
- DEI Clause: FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors," is added, requiring compliance with diversity, equity, and inclusion activities.
- Site Visit: A mandatory site visit was conducted on April 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time. Sign-in sheets and photos are available.
- Guaranty Period: Section 28 31 00 (Fire Detection and Alarm) was amended to remove Guaranty Period Service, paragraph 1.6.
Submission & Contact Information
- Bid Submission: Bids must be submitted via email to amy.graham@va.gov and scott.elias@va.gov.
- Bid Guarantee: Required (20% of bid price, not to exceed $3,000,000).
- Payment & Performance Bonds: Required within 15 calendar days after award.
- SAM.gov Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
- Bid Opening: Will be conducted via conference call (1-872-701-0185, access code 45075445#) or Microsoft Teams on May 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
- Primary Contact: Amy Graham, Contract Specialist, amy.graham@va.gov, (216)447-8321.