Z2DA--620-22-700 Electronic Health Record Modernization Infrastructure Upgrades - Franklin Delano Roosevelt VA Hospital, Montrose, NY
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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) is soliciting proposals for Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Infrastructure Upgrades at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt VA Hospital (Montrose VAMC) in Montrose, NY. This is a 100% competitive Small Business Set-Aside, requiring the prime contractor to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Proposals are due by May 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This project involves comprehensive general construction, alterations, and infrastructure upgrades. Key aspects include:
- Communications Cabling: Upgrading communications cabling in Telecommunications Rooms (TR) and the Main Computer Room (MCR), including new Fiber Optic Cable and CAT 6a cabling, Work Area Outlets (WAO), racks, and UPS.
- MCR Replacement: Phased replacement of the Main Computer Room building and temporary fiber installation.
- Infrastructure: Installation of new power supplies, HVAC, CCTV, Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, Advanced Utility Monitoring System, PACS, and new doors across various buildings.
- Hazardous Materials: Abatement of identified asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and lead paint (LCP) in multiple buildings (e.g., Building 07).
- Site Work: Earthwork, foundation design, and floor slab construction for a new EHR building, informed by geotechnical reports and underground utility mapping.
- Compliance: Adherence to VHA Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) and Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) protocols, occupational safety standards, and the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces (ISTS 4.0).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.
- Estimated Magnitude: $20,000,000 to $50,000,000.
- Period of Performance: 730 calendar days from notice to proceed.
- Response Due: May 14, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT.
- Published: May 4, 2026.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This is a 100% competitive Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must be certified by the SBA Small Business Search (SBS) database and registered in SAM at the time of proposal submission and award. The prime contractor must be an SDVOSB.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Best Value tradeoff process, with Past Performance being significantly more important than Price. Past performance projects must be at least 75% complete or completed within the last five years, with a total value exceeding $20 million, and involve phased construction in an active healthcare setting.
Key Requirements & Clarifications
- Security Systems: VA Montrose standardizes on C Cure 9000 for security access control and Avigilon for video surveillance. New devices require new panels/capacity.
- Personnel: All personnel require a VA PIV Card; badging process should be initiated immediately post-award.
- Financial: A Bid Guarantee (20% of proposal price, not to exceed $3,000,000) and Payment/Performance Bonds are required. No economic price adjustment for labor and material is included in this FFP contract. Offerors must include all applicable taxes.
- Submission: Proposals must be submitted via email to jason.phillip@va.gov and bridget.may@va.gov in searchable PDF format, with each volume in a separate email (max 5MB per email).
- Documentation: Detailed cost breakdowns using provided templates (Attachment 33A, 36), Past Performance Questionnaires (Attachment 38), and Project Information Sheets (Attachment 39) are required. Prevailing wage rates for Westchester County, NY, apply.
Amendments
Multiple amendments have been issued, with the latest (Amendment 5) extending the due date and re-uploading attachments. Amendment 4 added Clause 52.222-90 (Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors). Amendment 3 provided answers to technical questions and updated attachments. Amendment 2 revised proposal and evaluation sections and added clauses related to independent price determination and personnel vetting. All bidders must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.