Z2DA--Presolicitation Notice No. 36C26126R0041 Project 593-26-103, Renovate Education Building Training Hub

Statement of Work (SOW)

To renovate the main training hub and surrounding spaces within the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) Education Building to improve functionality, aesthetics, and technology integration. The current space suffers from aging infrastructure, unreliable AV equipment, insufficient storage, and outdated finishes.

This project requires a licensed contractor for construction management services. Key tasks include:

• Constructing two new pony walls with integrated TV mounting capabilities.

• Replacing an existing manual dividing wall with a new automatic dividing wall.

• Combining specific rooms (1H125A with 1H122A, and 1H124A with 1H123A) to create larger spaces.

• Replacing acoustic ceiling tiles in storage rooms and installing new ceiling grids.

• Replacing existing carpet tiles in training rooms with new specified carpet tiles.

• Replacing corridor carpet tiling with terrazzo-style tile flooring.

• Replacing existing entrance doors with larger, ADA-compliant doors.

• Removing existing ceiling-mounted projectors, screens, and smartboards.

• Preparing walls for new monitor installations.

• Removing existing podiums and installing new underfloor utilities for two new podiums, requiring concrete trenching and GPR scanning.

• Repainting the entire education quad wall space.

• Installing utilities and connections for new audiovisual equipment (procured separately), coordinating with the equipment manufacturer's assignee.

• The Period of Performance is 120 calendar days after issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Work will be performed at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, Building 7.

• Normal duty hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, excluding Federal Holidays. Off-duty work requires 2 weeks' notice to the COR.

• Contractor must provide a Construction Management (CM) services QA/QC plan within 10 business days of NTP.

• A detailed construction schedule using Critical Path Method (CPM) must be submitted within 10 business days of NTP.

• Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) barriers and permits are required.

• Structural shop drawings stamped by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) are required for the automatic partition wall.

• Contractor must coordinate with the VA COR and AV equipment vendor for utility and equipment installations.

• All contractor and subcontractor personnel require Non-Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Cards, which may take 30-45 days to obtain.

• Submittals (QA/QC Plan, Phasing Plan, Schedule, Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, As-Builts) are required at various project stages.

• Contractor must protect existing work and property.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research to identify qualified sources for the renovation of the Education Building Training Hub at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System in Las Vegas, NV. The government is assessing industry capabilities and may issue a solicitation for a Request for Proposal (RFP) based on responses. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this notice alone.

The project involves significant upgrades to the education building, including:

• Construction of new pony walls and installation of associated electrical/data for televisions.

• Replacement of an existing manual dividing wall with an automatic one.

• Combining rooms (1H125A with 1H122A, and 1H124A with 1H123A) to create larger spaces.

• Removal and replacement of acoustic ceiling tiles and door assemblies in storage rooms.

• Replacement of carpet tiles in training rooms and corridor flooring with terrazzo-style tile.

• Replacement of entrance doors.

• Removal of projectors, projector screens, and smartboards.

• Preparation of walls for new monitors.

• Removal of existing podiums and installation of new underfloor utilities for new podiums in specific rooms (requiring trenching and GPR scanning).

• Repainting of the education quad.

• Installation of required utilities and connections for new audiovisual equipment (procured separately). The contractor will coordinate with the AV equipment manufacturer's assignee.

• Period of Performance: 120 calendar days.

Interested parties should submit a non-binding statement of interest and capability documentation, limited to one page, by 2:00 PM PDT on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, via email to daniel.jhun@va.gov. The email subject line should be "Response to Sources Sought Notice – Renovate Education Building Training Hub for the Las Vegas VA".

• Statement of Capability: Demonstrate ability to provide services in magnitude and scope, including prior relevant experience (past 5 years) with government or private facilities.

• Socio-Economic Status: Specify disadvantaged group, 8(a) certification, SDVOSB/VOSB status.

• CAGE or SAM UEI number.

• Answers to specific questions: Reasonableness of the period of performance, prior VA/government renovation experience, bonding capability, and socio-economic status.

• NAICS Code: 236220 – Commercial building construction.

• Small Business Size Standard: $45M.

• The government will use responses to determine procurement strategy, including potential small business set-asides.

• Draft SOW, Construction Specifications, and drawings are attached for reference.

• The government will not pay for information submitted.

• Responses are not proposals and will not be considered adequate responses to any future solicitation.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the technical specifications for the "Renovate Education Building Training Hub" project, Project Number 593-26-103, at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System.

The document details general requirements, safety requirements, construction security, operations and storage areas, alterations, disposal and retention, protection of existing vegetation/structures/equipment/utilities/improvements, restoration, and as-built drawings. It specifies procedures for demolition, demolition waste management, thermal insulation, acoustical ceilings, metal framing, gypsum board installation, firestopping, joint sealants, interior wood doors, door hardware, painting, and other finishes.

Specific performance standards are detailed within various sections, including requirements for:

• Safety and health (e.g., Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses, Personal Protective Equipment, fall protection, confined space entry, welding and cutting, electrical safety, scaffolding, excavation, cranes, hazardous energy control).
• Environmental controls (e.g., dust control, tuberculosis screening, fire safety, noise reduction, waste management, protection of environmental resources).
• Quality control (e.g., CQC plan, submittals, testing procedures, deficiency tracking).
• Commissioning of electrical and communications systems.
• Installation and testing of various building components including:
  • Cold-formed metal framing
  • Gypsum board
  • Firestopping
  • Joint sealants
  • Interior wood doors
  • Door hardware
  • Acoustical ceilings
  • Terrazzo floor tile
  • Carpeting
  • Painting
  • Wall and door protection
  • General motor requirements
  • Seismic restraint requirements
  • Electrical installations (low-voltage power conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, raceway and boxes, lighting controls, interior lighting, medium-voltage cables)
  • Communications installations (structured cabling, room fittings, control/communication/signal wiring)

Not explicitly stated in this document, but the project is located at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, North Las Vegas, NV.

• Strict adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
• Comprehensive quality control measures.
• Detailed submittal and documentation requirements.
• Coordination with various trades and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Specific requirements for sustainable construction, including recycled content, low-VOC materials, and waste diversion.
• Commissioning of electrical and communications systems.
• Seismic restraint for non-structural components.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains architectural drawings detailing the "US Dept of Veterans Affairs VAMC Las Vegas Education Training Rooms" project. It outlines the "AV-200 Overall Floor Plans," "AV-201 The Quad Floor Plans," and "AV-202 The Quad Reflected Ceiling Plan." These plans specify the locations of audio-visual equipment, infrastructure, and device placements within classrooms and other areas.

• Floor Plans (AV-200, AV-201): Show layouts of classrooms, control rooms, lobbies, and workrooms, indicating placement of AV devices, data ports, and conduits.
• Ceiling Plan (AV-202): Details the placement of AV devices and infrastructure within the ceiling space.
• Elevations and Details: Provide specific dimensions and mounting information for AV equipment, such as cameras and displays, including weights and required backing.
• Infrastructure Details: Specify conduit paths, floor boxes, and data port requirements.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the physical layout and specific AV equipment installation requirements for the project. They provide detailed information on where AV devices are to be located, how they are to be mounted, and the necessary supporting infrastructure (conduits, wiring, power). This information is essential for developing accurate proposals, estimating labor and material costs, and planning the installation process.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains reference drawings for the "593-26-103 Reference Drawings.pdf" opportunity. It includes floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and enlarged interior views detailing both demolition and new work. These drawings are essential for understanding the scope of work, including structural changes, new installations, and the removal of existing elements.

• Floor Plans (AD101, A-101): Illustrate the layout of new work, including the installation of automatic dividing walls, double doors, podiums, and changes to flooring.
• Reflected Ceiling Plans (AD102, A-102, ED102): Detail new ceiling tiles, grids, and spotlight installations, as well as the removal of existing fixtures and projectors.
• Enlarged Interior Views (AD401, AD402, A-401, A-402): Provide detailed elevations of specific areas showing the installation of walls, doors, podiums, and AV equipment backing.
• Electrical Plans (ED101, E-101, ED102, E-102): Outline demolition of electrical work, including podium furniture feeds and smart board power/data, and new electrical work such as floor boxes, data conduits, and motorized partition wall controls.
• Demo Keynote Legends: Detail specific demolition tasks such as removing dividing walls, doors, flooring, smart boards, projectors, and projector screens.
• New Work Keynote Legends: Detail specific new installations such as automatic dividing walls, double doors, podiums, pony walls, and new flooring.

These drawings are critical for bidders to accurately assess the scope of work, identify all demolition and new construction requirements, and prepare detailed proposals. They provide the visual and detailed specifications necessary to understand the physical changes to the facility, including structural, electrical, and finishes. Bidders must carefully review these drawings to ensure all specified work is accounted for in their bids.