Z1DA--NRM CONSTRUCTION -528A8-18-801 Renovate for Cardiac Cath & IR
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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), Network Contract Office 02, is soliciting proposals for construction services to renovate for Cardiac Cath & Interventional Radiology (IR) at the Albany VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This project involves creating two new procedure rooms and associated ancillary facilities. The estimated construction value is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due April 3, 2026, at 12:00 EST.
Scope of Work
The comprehensive scope includes general construction (demolition, new walls, floors, ceilings, finishes), mechanical (HVAC, hydronic systems), plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and fire alarm systems. Key deliverables involve constructing one Cardiac Cath Lab and one Vascular Interventional Radiology Lab with required ancillary facilities. Technical specifications detail requirements for fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, communications, electronic safety/security, and earthwork. Contractors must use the VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction Management Platform (ACC) for all submissions and adhere to VA specifications, federal, state, and local codes.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: $5,000,000 - $10,000,000
- Completion Time: 790 Calendar Days from Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), Size Standard: $45M
- Proposal Due: April 3, 2026, 12:00 EST
- Place of Performance: Albany VA Medical Center, Albany, NY
Evaluation & Submission
Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Capability (including Management Approach and Resinous Coating Systems Warranty), Past Performance, Schedule, Integrated infrastructure and ceiling support (airframe) system (pass/fail, an unacceptable rating makes the proposal technically unacceptable), and Price. Proposals must be emailed to Michael.Spivack@va.gov. Bidders must submit a bid bond and ensure their past performance references use the corrected EXHIBIT C, submitting it directly to the Contracting Officer by March 24, 2026.
Key Clarifications & Amendments
Multiple amendments have provided significant clarifications:
- Philips Design Requirements: Contract documents, as stamped by the Engineer of Record, satisfy Philips design requirements; this is not a General Contractor design responsibility.
- Ductwork: Welded joints are required for stainless steel ductwork in CATH & VIR Labs; galvanized steel with gasketed flanged joints for adjacent offices.
- Structural Steel: Beams less than 9 feet will not have splices; longer beams may have field splices with prequalified CJP welds, requiring prior engineer review for alternate details.
- Crawl Space Work: Contractor is responsible for dirt removal in specified areas, with spoil removal to occur during off-hours (Mon-Fri 4:00 PM - 6:00 AM, and weekends).
- Insurance: $1M professional liability insurance is required for the third-party medical vacuum certification company.
- Wage Determinations: Proposals should be based on current wage determinations; any post-June 16, 2026, wage impacts will be addressed via modification after award.
- Site Visits/RFIs: No further RFIs or site visits will be accepted.