Y1DA--EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades - Tier 2 Construction Project 538-21-705 Chillicothe VA Medical Center (VAMC) Chillicothe, OH 45601
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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, has issued a Solicitation (IFB) for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades - Tier 2 Construction Project (538-21-705) at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Chillicothe, OH. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The project involves comprehensive infrastructure upgrades with an estimated magnitude of $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. Bids are due by April 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary tools, equipment, materials, labor, and supervision to complete the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades. Key tasks include:
- General construction, alterations, roads, walks, and drainage.
- Installation of storm sewer systems and repair/replacement of parking lots.
- Installation of a Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) unit and supporting systems for the Main Control Room (MCR).
- Abatement of mold and lead in the basement, along with interior waterproofing.
- Replacement of the flat roof over the basement entry.
- Replacement of the fire protection system for the MCR. Detailed technical specifications cover HVAC, electrical, communications, electronic safety/security, earthwork, exterior improvements, and utilities, including seismic restraint and commissioning requirements. Extensive architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, and fire protection plans are provided.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: Work to begin within 10 calendar days after award and complete within 411 calendar days after receiving Notice to Proceed.
- Magnitude: $1,000,000 to $5,000,000
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- PSC Code: Y1DA (Construction Of Hospitals And Infirmaries)
Eligibility & Submission
- This is a 100% SDVOSB Set-Aside. Offerors must be certified by the SBA and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of bid submission and award.
- Bids must be submitted via email to Lucretia.Maloney@va.gov and Megan.Dohm@va.gov by April 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
- A bid guarantee (20% of bid price, not to exceed $3,000,000) is required. Payment and Performance Bonds will be required upon award.
- Technical questions are due by April 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Site Visit & Compliance
- A site visit is scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST at the Chillicothe VAMC (17273 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH 45601-5753). While not mandatory, attendance is strongly encouraged. No pre-registration is required, but sign-in is mandatory.
- Bidders must comply with Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates (Attachment 1) and complete the Limitations on Subcontracting certification (Attachment 3), which specifies that for general construction, no more than 85% of the contract amount (excluding materials) can be paid to non-SDVOSB/VOSB firms.
- Adherence to Chillicothe VAMC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) permits is mandatory.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose bid conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government, considering only price. Responsiveness and responsibility will be assessed.