Z1DA--598-19-112 Replace Underground 15kV Feeders and Transformers-NLR
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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), Network Contract Office 16, is soliciting proposals for Project #598-19-112: Replace Underground 15kV Feeders and Transformers at the Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center in North Little Rock, AR. This is a Firm-Fixed Price construction contract valued between $5 million and $10 million, exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Proposals are due by May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
Purpose & Scope
The primary objective is to improve the electrical infrastructure at the Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center by addressing capacity deficiencies, replacing aged equipment, and enhancing reliability and code compliance. The scope of work includes:
- Installation of four (4) new sectionalizer cabinets in manholes.
- Replacement of existing medium-voltage cable splices in kind.
- One-for-one replacement of 28 existing utility-grade transformers (13.8kV primary voltage).
- Installation of Power Monitoring Equipment (PME) for new transformers and SCADA integration for sectionalizers.
- Structural repairs to manholes, including concrete crack and spall repairs, and mortar joint repointing.
- Construction of new equipment pads and installation of bollards at new sectionalizer and transformer locations.
- Adherence to all OSHA Construction Standards, Fire and Life Safety Issues, and Security Measures, requiring a dedicated, 30-hour OSHA certified superintendent.
Contract Details
This is a Firm-Fixed Price construction contract with an estimated magnitude between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The Period of Performance is 365 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. Work hours for power disconnection are limited to Saturdays 7 AM to Sundays 7 PM, with temporary power provided for mission-critical buildings during outages. Buy American Act compliance applies.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This opportunity is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside, solicited pursuant to Public Law 109-461. Offerors must be registered and certified as an SDVOSB in the SBA VetCert (for NAICS 238210) and the System for Award Management (SAM). At least 15% of the contract performance cost for personnel must be spent on the concern's employees or other eligible SDVOSB concerns.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due by May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. A site visit was held on March 12, 2026, and no additional visits are authorized. Questions (RFIs) were to be submitted in writing, and answers to 71 vendor RFIs were provided in Amendment 0003. Proposals will be evaluated based on a "Best Value" determination, considering:
- Factor 1: Approach – Schedule – Quality Management
- Factor 2: Professional Qualifications & Specialized Experience
- Factor 3: Past Performance
- Factor 4: Price Factors 1, 2, and 3 are equal in importance and combined are approximately equal in importance to Factor 4 (Price). Required submissions include a bid bond (20% of bid or $3M, whichever is less), performance and payment bonds (from awardee), and various forms (Exhibits A-F) related to past performance, safety, surety, and subcontractor information.
Key Documents
Bidders should review the Statement of Work (SOW), detailed specifications, and electrical drawings (including One Line Diagrams E701-E706 and T1-T14 Updates) for technical requirements. The Maintenance and Operations Standards (Attachment B) and the Wage Determination (WD AR20250032) are also critical for compliance and cost estimation.