Z1DA--Renovate Main Lobby

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

These documents (S05 658-24-104 Mob Area sheets A101, A111, A112.pdf) contain architectural drawings related to the "Building 143 Lobby Renovation" project (Solicitation Number 658-24-104) at the V.A. Medical Center in Salem, VA.

• Facility Map: Provides an overview of the V.A. Medical Center campus, indicating building numbers and general areas. It highlights a "Contractor Mobilization Area."
• Basement Plan - Lobby (Sheet A101): Details the layout of the basement lobby area, including new partitions, doors, flooring, wall paint, and vinyl wall protection. It also specifies construction notes and legends for various elements.
• Basement RCP - Lobby (Sheet A111): Shows the reflected ceiling plan for the basement lobby, indicating new and existing ceiling grids, light fixtures, mechanical grills, and toilet partitions.
• Basement RCP - Corridors (Sheet A112): Details the reflected ceiling plans for specific corridors within the basement, showing new and existing ceiling elements and mechanical grills.

These drawings are crucial for bidders to understand the physical scope of the "Building 143 Lobby Renovation" project. They provide detailed information on the proposed construction, finishes, and layout within the basement lobby and associated corridors. The facility map also indicates a designated contractor mobilization area, which may be relevant for site logistics during the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a VHA Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) template for construction, renovation, and maintenance work. It provides minimum requirements for assessing infection risks and determining necessary precautions. Facilities may customize this template.

• Activity Categorization (Table 1): Classifies work based on duration, dust creation, and patient/employee presence (Categories A, B, C, D).
• Affected Area Assessment (Table 2): Identifies the activity area and adjacent areas, along with the type of services and points of contact.
• Patient Risk Category (Table 3): Assesses the risk level (Low, Medium, High, Highest) associated with patients in the affected areas.
• Level of Precautions (Table 4): Determines the minimum infection prevention and control precautions (Levels I, II, III, or IV) based on Activity Category and Patient Risk Category.
• Required Measures (Table 5): Details specific control measures for each level of precaution.
• Completion Measures (Table 6): Outlines requirements for cleaning, HVAC, water systems, and barrier removal upon activity completion.
• Permit: A fillable permit form for Level III and IV activities that must be posted at the project entrance.
• Appendix A: Provides an alternative method for interior construction space exhaust if exterior exhaust is not feasible.

This document is crucial for any contractor performing construction, renovation, or maintenance work within a VHA facility. It outlines the mandatory infection control risk assessment process that must be followed. Bidders need to understand these requirements to accurately scope their work, plan for necessary safety measures, and ensure compliance, which may impact project timelines and costs. The document dictates the level of containment, personal protective equipment, and environmental controls required, directly affecting how the work is performed.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "Renovate Main Lobby" project (Project # 658-24-104, Solicitation # 36C24626B0027).

• Dumpster/Disposal Routes: A map showing the Contractor Mobilization Area is attached. Debris removal is required daily, and the disposal container must be in the mobilization area.
• Asbestos: All work areas have been checked; no hazardous materials, including asbestos, exist in the project work areas.
• Campus Model: The Government will dismantle, remove, and store the Salem VAMC campus model; the contractor is not responsible for this item.
• Plaques/Paintings: Contractor is responsible for removing, storing, and reinstalling existing plaques and paintings attached to walls.
• Work Hours: Daytime work is permitted, subject to specifications regarding VAMC operations and patient care. However, to meet the overall period of performance, additional shifts, weekends, and holidays may be necessary. The drawing notes regarding work hours, phase duration, and period of performance are modified and no longer in force.
• Skylight Caulking: Coordination with the roofer for skylight caulking is required due to leakage. Roofing itself is not part of this project's scope.
• E-Verify: E-Verify is confirmed as a requirement for awarded contracts.
• GEMS: The VA Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) is applicable. Requirements are primarily in Specification 01 74 19 (Construction Waste Management) as no hazardous materials are present.
• Staffing: One person can fulfill Superintendent and Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) roles. A separate individual is required for Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Manager, provided qualifications are met.
• Photographic Documentation: Daily photo uploads are not accepted in lieu of the requirement in Spec 01 00 00, paragraph 1.20.
• Signage: No new signage is to be created. Contractor is to remove, store, and reinstall existing signage.
• Ductwork Testing: Existing ductwork shall be pressure tested for leakage per specifications. Repair of leaks, if necessary, will be a modification to the scope. As-built drawings for HVAC are not provided for pricing DALT; contractor is to perform leak testing and report results.
• Slab on Grade: All slabs are assumed to be slab on grade, approximately 8 inches thick. A moisture barrier is required for all ground floor flooring installations. Moisture testing is not required.
• Period of Performance (POP): The overall period of performance is extended. Substantial completion must be reached within 400 calendar days of Notice To Proceed (NTP). Work hours outside regular hours, on weekends, and holidays are permitted and may be necessary.
• Painting: An additional phase for painting may be accepted at an appropriate point in the schedule or after flooring/wall protection is complete, provided the overall 400-day period of performance is met.

Several aspects of the solicitation, including work hours, phase durations, and overall period of performance, have been modified. Bidders must price proposals based on all phases and the overall period of performance. The period of performance has been extended to 400 calendar days.

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 0001 provides the site visit sign-in sheet from Friday, April 17, 2026.

• The deadline for submitting questions is Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 9 AM EDT.

• All questions must be submitted via email to bryant.guerrant@va.gov; telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

• The primary purpose of this amendment is to attach the site visit sign-in sheet.

• The deadline for questions has been clarified.

• The method for submitting questions has been specified (email only).

Other / Unclassified

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit for the "Renovate Main Lobby" project at the Salem VA Medical Center. It records the names, titles, organizations, phone numbers, and email addresses of attendees.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it lists individuals and companies that attended the site visit. This information can be useful for networking, understanding who is interested in the opportunity, and potentially identifying subcontractors or partners. The solicitation number (36C24626B0027) and the site visit date (April 17, 2026) are also provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Renovate Main Lobby" project (Project Number: 658-24-104) at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, VA. The project involves the renovation of approximately 30,000 square feet of the main lobby area.

• Removal and replacement of ceiling tiles, flooring, and baseboard.

• Preparation and repainting of walls and trim, including wallpaper removal.

• Preparation and repainting of columns.

• Removal and replacement of handrails, wall guards, and corner protectors.

• Replacement of all flooring (ceramic tile, vinyl tile, carpet, rubber at entryway).

• Flooring replacement extends into Café Room BA-102 customer area.

• Resealing and repair of three (3) skylights.

• Remodeling of five (5) restrooms (BA100, BA101, BB100, BB101, BB153) to meet ABAAS compliance and VA Barrier Free design requirements.

• Removal and replacement of water fountain at Pharmacy check-in with a wheelchair accessible water bottle-filler chiller type.

• Replacement of ceiling tiles.

• Resealing of window frame in Corridor CB-15.

• Power washing of exterior structure (entrance) and repainting of facility name.

• Upgrades to existing electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire alarm/sprinkler systems.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Magnitude of Construction: Between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).

• Small Business Size Standard: $45M.

• Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• SDVOSB Requirement: Must perform a minimum of 15% of the construction work with its own labor force.

• Bid Due Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• Bid Opening: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT (via MS Teams conference call).

• All electronic bids must be submitted one (1) day prior to the public bid opening date.

• Deadline for bid questions: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM EDT (email only to bryant.guerrant@va.gov).

• Site Visit: Friday, April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT (meet at the front side of Building 74).

• Bid Guarantee: Required, 20 percent of bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 120 calendar days.

• This is a total Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Bidders must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of award.

• Physical bids will not be accepted.

• Required documents for submission include: SF 1442 Offer page, acknowledgment of amendments, Base Bid amount, SF 24 Bid Bond, VAAR 852.219-75, and FAR 52.219-28 (if applicable).

• Wage Determination: Department of Labor General Decision Number VA20260172 dated 01/02/2026 is applicable.

Specifications

This document contains the "Bid Documents - Specifications" for the "Building 143 Lobby Renovation" project at Salem VAMC, prepared for the Department of Veterans Affairs by ThinkForm Design Architect LLC and Above Group, Inc. The project number is 658-24-104, and the date is February 03, 2026.

• Table of Contents (Section 00 01 10): Provides a comprehensive list of divisions and sections within the specifications, covering a wide range of construction trades from Special Sections to Plumbing and Electrical.
• List of Drawing Sheets (Section 00 01 15): Lists all drawing sheets that accompany the specifications, forming a part of the contract.
• General Requirements (Division 01): Includes sections on:
  • Safety Requirements (01 35 26)
  • Project Schedules (01 32 16.15)
  • Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples (01 33 23)
  • Construction Waste Management (01 74 19)
  • General Commissioning Requirements (01 91 00)
  • Quality Control (01 45 00)
  • Temporary Interior Signage (01 58 16)
  • And others related to project administration and execution.
• Technical Specifications (Divisions 02-33): Details specific requirements for various building systems, including:
  • Existing Conditions (Demolition - 02 41 00)
  • Concrete (03 30 53)
  • Metals (Cold-Formed Metal Framing - 05 40 00, Metal Fabrications - 05 50 00)
  • Wood, Plastics and Composites (Rough Carpentry - 06 10 00, Finish Carpentry - 06 20 00)
  • Thermal and Moisture Protection (Applied Fireproofing - 07 81 00, Firestopping - 07 84 00, Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies - 07 95 13)
  • Finishes (Subsurface Preparation - 09 05 16, Schedule for Finishes - 09 06 00, Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling - 09 30 13, Acoustical Ceilings - 09 51 00, Painting - 09 91 00)
  • Specialties (Accordion Folding Doors - 08 35 13.13, Toilet Compartments - 10 21 13, Wall and Door Protection - 10 26 00)
  • Plumbing (Common Work Results - 22 05 11, General-Duty Valves - 22 05 23, Plumbing Insulation - 22 07 11, Facility Water Distribution - 22 11 00, Sanitary Sewer and Vent Piping - 22 13 00, Plumbing Fixtures - 22 40 00)
  • HVAC (Common Work Results - 23 05 11, Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing - 23 05 93, HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation - 23 07 11, HVAC Ducts and Casings - 23 31 00, Air Outlets and Inlets - 23 37 00)
  • Electrical (Requirements for Electrical Installations - 26 05 11, Low-Voltage Power Conductors and Cables - 26 05 19, Grounding and Bonding - 26 05 26, Raceway and Boxes - 26 05 33, Interior Lighting - 26 51 00)
  • Commissioning (Fire Suppression Systems - 21 08 00, Plumbing Systems - 22 08 00, HVAC Systems - 23 08 00)

This document provides detailed technical specifications for the materials, installation, and performance requirements for the Building 143 Lobby Renovation project. Potential bidders should review these specifications to understand the exact requirements for all aspects of the work, including materials, construction methods, quality control, safety, and testing. The specifications are critical for developing accurate bids and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "Drawing List" for the "Building 143 Lobby Renovation" project at the Salem VA Medical Center. It serves as an index to all the architectural, structural, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical drawings associated with the project.

• Sheet Number and Title: Lists each drawing by its sheet number and descriptive title.
• Division: Organizes drawings by discipline (General, Structural, Architectural, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical).
• Total Sheets: Indicates the total number of drawings for the project (59 sheets).

This drawing list is crucial for bidders to understand the full scope of the project documentation. It allows them to quickly identify and access all relevant drawings needed to prepare a comprehensive bid, understand the project's complexity, and identify all required work across different disciplines.

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the renovation of the Main Lobby (Building 143) at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia. The project involves approximately 30,000 square feet of floor space and aims to modernize the lobby area.

• Removal and replacement of ceiling tiles, flooring, and baseboards.

• Preparation and repainting of walls and trim, including wallpaper removal.

• Preparation and repainting of columns, including removal and replacement of baseboards and tiles.

• Removal and replacement of handrails, wall guards, and corner protectors.

• Replacement of all flooring (ceramic tile, vinyl tile, carpet, rubber at entryway, and all tile and rubber baseboards).

• Flooring replacement extends into the Café Room BA-102 customer area.

• Resealing and repair of three (3) skylights.

• Remodeling of five (5) restrooms (Rooms BA100, BA101, BB100, BB101, and BB153) to meet ABAAS compliance and VA Barrier Free design requirements.

• Removal and replacement of the water fountain at Pharmacy check-in with a wheelchair-accessible water bottle-filler chiller.

• Resealing of the window framed in Corridor CB-15.

• Power washing of the exterior structure (entrance) and repainting of the facility name.

• Upgrades to existing electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire alarm/sprinkler systems.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price

• Magnitude of Construction: Between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000

• Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP)

• This is a sealed bid solicitation under FAR Part 14.

• Bid Due Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• Electronic bids must be submitted one (1) day prior to the public bid opening.

• Physical bids will not be accepted.

• Public Bid Opening: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT via MS Teams conference call.

• Cut-off date for bid questions: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM EDT. All questions must be emailed to bryant.guerrant@va.gov.

• This is a total Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside (IAW 38 U.S.C. 8127(d)).

• SDVOSBs are required to perform a minimum of 15% of the construction work with their own labor force.

• Prime SDVOSBs must comply with subcontracting limitations (13 CFR 125.6).

• Bidders must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of award.

• A Pre-Bid Conference and Site Visit is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT at the front side of Building 74.

• Bid Guarantee is required (20% of bid price, not to exceed $3,000,000).

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required after award.

• Applicable wage determination: Department of Labor General Decision Number VA20260172 (01/02/2026).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is VAAR 852.204-70, a clause concerning Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Contractor Personnel, dated May 2020, with a deviation.

• Requires contractors to comply with current Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) policy for personal identity verification for employees performing under the contract.
• This applies when employees require physical access to VA facilities or logical access to VA information and systems.
• Contractors must insert this clause into all subcontracts where subcontractor employees will require similar access.

Bidders should note this requirement for personnel identity verification, as it will be a contractual obligation for any awarded contract requiring physical or logical access to VA facilities or systems. This clause must also be flowed down to subcontractors.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for the renovation of the Main Lobby at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). The project involves approximately 30,000 square feet of floor space in Building 143.

• Removal and replacement of ceiling tiles, flooring, and baseboard.

• Preparation and repainting of all walls and trim, including wallpaper removal.

• Preparation and repainting of columns, including removal and replacement of baseboard/tiles.

• Removal and replacement of handrails, wall guards, and corner protectors.

• Removal and replacement of all flooring (ceramic tile, vinyl tile, carpet, rubber at entryway) and all tile and rubber baseboards.

• All work must be completed within 365 calendar days from the issuance of the notice to proceed.

• Estimated magnitude of construction: $2,000,000 to $5,000,000.

• An official Invitation for Bids (IFB) will be made available on SAM.gov around April 9, 2026.

• Bidders are responsible for periodically checking SAM.gov for amendments and notices.

• All bidding materials, including instructions, specifications, drawings, and site visit information, will be posted with the IFB.

• This acquisition is intended as a total (100%) set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) firms.

• Firms responding to the IFB MUST be SDVOSB certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) via VetCert (https://veterans.certify.sba.gov).

• Bids received from firms that are not certified will be considered non-responsive.

• Bidders are required to have an active Federal Government contracts registration in SAM.gov at the time of bid submission and award.

• NAICS Code: 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.

• SBA Size Standard: $45M.

• This notice is for informational purposes only and is not an invitation for bids.