Z1DA--Renovate Dialysis PN: 636A8-24-001 Iowa City, IA
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded a Firm Fixed-Price contract valued at $3,071,800.00 to COVENANT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC for the Renovation of the Dialysis Clinic (Project Number: 636A8-24-001) at the Iowa City VA Health Care System. This contract was awarded on May 11, 2026, as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside.
Project Overview
This project involves the comprehensive renovation of approximately 5,000 SF of the existing dialysis clinic at the Iowa City VA Medical Center. The scope includes preparing and operationalizing a temporary dialysis clinic before commencing work on the main facility. The contractor is responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment required, adhering to provided specifications and drawings. The work is structured in phases to minimize disruption to hospital operations, including demolition, new construction, and restoration.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Award Amount: $3,071,800.00
- Award Date: May 11, 2026
- Awardee: COVENANT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC (UEI: P3CTJ2KMB3J8)
- Period of Performance: 304 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- Contracting Office: NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)
Key Requirements & Specifics
The renovation includes demolition, construction of new elements, and restoration, with a phased approach (e.g., temporary clinic setup, demolition, asbestos removal, new construction, restoration). Critical aspects include strict infection control measures, maintaining negative air pressure, and coordinating shutdowns for electrical, HVAC, and fire suppression systems with 14 days' notice.
Specific brand-name components were justified for standardization and compatibility with existing VA infrastructure, including:
- Access Control System: Lenel
- Building Automation System: Johnson Controls (JCI) Metasys
- Code Green System: Genasys
- Door Cylinders: CORMAX Best (Stanley Security)
- Electrical Distribution Hardware: Square D
- Fire Alarm Hardware: Johnson Controls - Tyco/Simplex
- Nurse Call System: Rauland Responder 5
- Patient Lift Systems: Handicare C-Series
- Signage: ASI Sign Systems "Infinity" brand line
- Speakers: EST
An asbestos inspection report identified asbestos-containing materials (gray adhesive on plaster, floor tile) and assumed materials (fire doors, electric panels) requiring proper handling and abatement. The project also adheres to the latest DBA Wage Determination (IA20260068, effective Jan 2, 2026) for labor costs.