Z1NB--Boiler replacement

Specifications / Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document comprises technical specifications for a construction project, likely for a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facility, and includes detailed requirements for various components and systems. It also contains specifications for boiler plant mechanical equipment, piping, electrical installations, and site work.

General Construction Specifications:

• General Requirements: Safety, submittals, quality assurance.
• Demolition: Procedures for removing existing structures and utilities.
• Concrete: Requirements for cast-in-place concrete, including mix designs and placement.
• Structural Steel Framing: Specifications for steel shapes, bolts, and welding.
• Steel Joist Framing: Requirements for open web and longspan steel joists.
• Steel Decking: Specifications for form deck and roof deck.
• Cold-Formed Metal Framing: Installation of stud walls, joists, and trusses.
• Metal Fabrications: Items fabricated from structural steel.
• Rough Carpentry: Wood blocking, framing, and sheathing.
• Finish Carpentry: Interior millwork for Boiler Operation Centers.
• Firestopping: Systems to prevent flame and smoke passage.
• Joint Sealants: Interior and exterior sealant application.
• Plumbing Insulation: Thermal efficiency and condensation control for piping and equipment.
• Facility Water Distribution: Domestic water systems.
• Plumbing Fixtures: Fixtures, trim, and fittings.
• Common Work Results for Plumbing: General plumbing requirements.

Boiler Plant, HVAC, and Site Work Specifications:

• Boiler Plant and Steam Generation: Common requirements for boiler systems.
• HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation: Insulation for equipment.
• Commissioning of HVAC Systems: Verification of HVAC system performance.
• Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC: Procedures for HVAC systems.
• Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC: DDC system requirements.
• Instrumentation and Control for Boiler Plant: Automatic controls and monitoring systems.
• Facility Fuel Oil Systems: Requirements for fuel oil tanks and piping.
• Boiler Plant Mechanical Equipment: Boilers, deaerators, pumps, fuel oil equipment.
• Piping Systems: Steam, condensate, fuel oil, and water distribution piping.
• Electrical Installations: Switchboards, panelboards, wiring, grounding, conduit.
• Site Work: Earthwork, asphalt paving, concrete work, pavement markings.

References numerous industry standards (ASME, ASTM, NFPA, UL, NEMA, etc.).

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the technical standards, materials, construction methods, and performance criteria required for the project. Understanding these specifications is essential for accurate bidding, proposal development, and successful project execution. Bidders must ensure their proposed products and installation methods comply with all stated requirements, including material specifications, performance criteria, testing procedures, and applicable codes and standards. Failure to comply may result in rejection of submittals or non-compliance with contract requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the "Project 558-22-152 Boiler Replacement Project" at the Durham VA Medical Center (VAMC). The estimated magnitude of construction is between $10,000,000 and $20,000,000.

• The core of the work involves boiler replacement as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW), Project Drawings, and Specifications.

• The work will be performed in an occupied healthcare facility operating 24 hours a day, requiring careful phasing to minimize disruption.

• Construction is to be performed during the VA working 1st shift (7AM-3:30PM), Monday-Friday. Utility work in parking lots will be during the 2nd shift (3:00PM – 11:30PM).

• The contract type is contemplated to be Firm-Fixed-Price.

• The period of performance is 547 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Bids are due by 9:00 AM ET on June 12, 2026.

• A public bid opening will be held on June 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.

• Electronic bids are authorized and must be submitted via email to alice.custis@va.gov.

• Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose bid is deemed responsive and most advantageous to the Government.

• A site visit is scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.

• Questions are due by Monday, May 18, 2026, 11:59 PM ET and must be submitted via email to alice.custis@va.gov.

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

• NAICS code is 236220 with a Size Standard of $45.0 Million.

• Offerors must acknowledge all amendments posted to SAM.gov prior to bid closing.

• A bid guarantee is required if the bid/offer exceeds $150,000 (20% of bid/offer price or $3M, whichever is less).

• Standard Form 1442 must be completed and signed.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains construction drawings for the "Replace Boilers" project at the Durham VA Health Care System. It provides detailed plans and specifications for civil work, including site layout, demolition, grading, utilities, and erosion/sediment control.

• Cover Sheet (G1001): Project overview, location, and sheet index.
• General Civil Notes (GI001): Project requirements, safety, and compliance.
• Civil Demolition Plan (CD101): Details on existing structures and utilities to be removed.
• Civil Site Plan (CS101): Proposed site layout, including pavement, curbs, and bollards.
• Civil Utility Plan (CU101): Location of proposed and existing utilities (fuel oil, sanitary sewer, electrical).
• Civil Grading Plan (CG101): Topographical information and proposed grading.
• Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (CG102, CG103, CG104): Phased plans for managing soil erosion during construction.
• Civil Site Details (CS501, CS502): Specific construction details for pavement, joints, curbs, bollards, and temporary fencing.
• Civil Utility Details (CU501, CU502): Details for manholes, pipe trenches, and utility connections.
• Sanitary Sewer Profiles (CU201): Invert and rim elevations for proposed sanitary sewer lines.
• Fuel Oil Supply and Return Profiles (CU202): Profiles for the fuel oil piping.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, existing conditions, proposed changes, and specific construction requirements. They detail the site preparation, demolition, new installations (including underground utilities and fuel lines), and environmental controls necessary for the project. Bidders must review these drawings thoroughly to prepare accurate bids and construction plans.