Z2DA--FY26: NRM (PROJ: 516-25-610) BB - Upgrade Fire Pumps, Install Wet Pipe Systems, & Replace Various Sprinkler Heads

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment extends the hour and date specified for receipt of Offers.

• The new deadline for receipt of Offers is April 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.

• It also provides partial RFI responses. Technical RFI responses will be addressed in a separate amendment.

• Section 11 (This Item Only Applies to Amendments of Solicitations) has been updated to reflect the new Offer receipt deadline.

• The deadline for proposal or quote submission has been extended to April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT.

• Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Wage Determination: Latest wage determination was provided with the solicitation package and is available on SAM.gov.

• Past Performance: A Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) from another opportunity, less than 12 months old, can be used.

• Past Performance Documentation: Past Performance is limited to CPARS printouts or filled-out PPQs signed by the source.

• Notice to Proceed (NTP): NTP is issued upon receipt of bonds and insurance information, coinciding with a kick-off meeting.

• Period of Performance Extension: If proposals indicate long lead times for specific items, the technical team may consider extending the period of performance. Post-award extensions for unforeseen supply issues will be discussed.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 36C24826Q0349 accomplishes the following:

• Includes the Site Visit Sign-In Sheet from 03/12/2026.

• Extends the Request for Information (RFI) Due Date to 03/23/2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

• Extends the Proposal Due Date to 04/07/2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

• The due date for receipt of offers is extended.

• The proposal due date has been extended to 04/07/2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

• The RFI due date has been extended to 03/23/2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit related to the "Upgrade Fire Pumps - Install Wet Pipe System and Replace Various Sprinkler Heads" project (Project Number: 516-25-610).

• Lists attendees' names, titles, companies, and email addresses.
• Includes the date of the site visit (March 12, 2026) and the solicitation number.
• Specifies the project name and location (Buildings 103, 20, 2, 37, 35).

This document indicates which companies attended the site visit. This information can be useful for bidders to understand potential competition or to identify other interested parties in the opportunity.

Specifications

This document contains specifications for various construction-related aspects, including:

• Earthwork (Section 31 20 11): Details requirements for excavation, fill, backfill, site grading, and lawn areas, including material specifications, compaction degrees, and disposal procedures.
• Dewatering (Section 31 23 19): Outlines requirements for lowering and controlling groundwater and hydrostatic pressures to ensure dry excavation, backfill, and construction.
• Planting (Section 32 90 00): Specifies requirements for plants, soils, edging, turf, and landscape materials, including planting procedures, maintenance, and protection.
• Electrical Installations (Sections 26 05 11, 26 05 19, 26 05 26, 26 05 33, 26 27 26, 26 29 21): Covers general requirements for electrical installations, including conductors, cables, grounding, bonding, raceways, boxes, wiring devices, switches, circuit breakers, and related testing and submittal procedures.
• Fire Suppression Systems (Sections 21 08 00, 21 13 13, 21 30 16, 28 31 00): Details commissioning of fire suppression systems, wet-pipe sprinkler systems, diesel-driven fire pumps, and fire detection and alarm systems.
• HVAC Systems (Sections 23 05 11, 23 05 93, 23 08 00, 23 31 00): Includes common work results for HVAC, testing, adjusting, and balancing, commissioning of HVAC systems, and HVAC ducts and casings.
• Communications Systems (Sections 27 05 11, 27 05 26, 27 05 33, 27 10 00, 27 08 00): Covers requirements for communications installations, grounding, bonding, raceways, boxes, control wiring, and commissioning of communications systems.
• Other Sections: Includes specifications for firestopping (07 84 00), joint sealants (07 92 00), non-structural metal framing (09 22 16), gypsum board (09 29 00), acoustical ceilings (09 51 00), and painting (09 91 00).

This document is a collection of technical specifications that outline the detailed requirements for various construction activities. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the materials, methods, quality standards, and procedures required for compliance with the contract. This includes specific requirements for:

• Site preparation and earthwork.
• Installation of electrical, mechanical, and communication systems.
• Fire suppression and detection systems.
• Sustainable construction practices.
• Quality assurance and testing procedures.
• Demolition and hazardous material abatement (asbestos).

Understanding these specifications is crucial for accurate bidding, project planning, and successful execution of the work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended for clients to evaluate a contractor's performance on a previous project. The information gathered will be used by the government (specifically the VA is mentioned) to assess the contractor's past performance as part of a future solicitation evaluation. The contractor is responsible for completing Blocks 1-4, and the client is responsible for completing Blocks 5-8 and providing an overall rating.

• Contractor Information: Firm name, address, contact details, CAGE code, UEI number.
• Work Performed As: Contractor's role (Prime, Sub, etc.) and percentage of work performed.
• Contract Information: Contract number, type, title, dates, and prices (original and final).
• Project Description: Complexity, relevance to current submission.
• Client Information: Name, title, contact details.
• Client's Role: Description of the client's involvement.
• Performance Ratings: A detailed questionnaire covering Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, Safety/Security, and General performance. Ratings are on a scale from Exceptional (E) to Unsatisfactory (U), with Not Applicable (N).
• Remarks: Space for narrative comments on strengths, weaknesses, and deficiencies.

This form is crucial for bidders as it is the tool used to gather past performance information. Contractors should ensure they provide this to their clients for completed projects relevant to the current opportunity. The quality and completeness of the responses on this questionnaire directly impact the bidder's past performance evaluation, which is often a significant factor in contract award decisions. Bidders should also review the rating definitions to understand how their performance will be assessed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is VAAR 852.219-75, a "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction." It requires offerors to certify their understanding and compliance with subcontracting limitations as stipulated in the solicitation and resultant contract. This is a mandatory certification for award.

• Services Contracts: Offerors must certify that they will not pay more than 50% of the contract amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Work subcontracted by a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor counts towards this limit.
• General Construction Contracts: Offerors must certify that they will not pay more than 85% of the contract amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Work subcontracted by a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor counts towards this limit. Costs of materials are excluded.
• Special Trade Construction Contracts: Offerors must certify that they will not pay more than 75% of the contract amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Work subcontracted by a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor counts towards this limit. Costs of materials are excluded.
• Acknowledgement of Consequences: Offerors acknowledge that false certifications are subject to penalties under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001.
• Cooperation: Offerors agree to provide documents to VA to demonstrate compliance upon request.
• Certification Section: A specific section for the offeror to complete, sign, and return, certifying compliance and authorization to execute the certification.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the subcontracting limitations applicable to the opportunity. Failure to complete and submit this certification accurately will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for award. Bidders must carefully review the percentages and definitions applicable to their specific contract type (Services, General Construction, or Special Trade Construction) and ensure their proposed subcontracting plan adheres to these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "EMR FORM - FORM FOR BIDDER/OFFEROR TO COMPLETE & SUBMIT WITH PROPOSAL - Pre-Award Contractor Evaluation Form." It requires bidders to provide information related to their safety and insurance history.

• Company contact information (Name, Address, Telephone, Fax, Email, Contact Person).
• OSHA 300 Form data for the past three years (2022-2025), including:
  • Number of man-hours (jobsite and office).
  • Number of cases involving days away from work, restricted activity, or both.
  • Days away, restricted, or transferred rate (DART Rate).
  • Number of serious, willful, or repeat violations from OSHA within the last 3 years (with a note that four serious, one repeat, or one willful violation disqualifies the contractor).
• Instructions to attach copies of OSHA 300 and 300a Forms, with a link to the OSHA publications search page.
• Six-digit North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code for the acquisition.
• Information on who administers the company's Safety and Health Program.
• Company's Insurance Experience Modification Rate (EMR) for the past 3 years (with a note that an EMR greater than 1.0 disqualifies the contractor).

This form is critical for bidders to complete and submit as part of their proposal. The information requested, particularly regarding OSHA violations and EMR, directly impacts eligibility and evaluation for the contract. Failure to meet the specified criteria (e.g., EMR > 1.0) can lead to disqualification.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet designed to capture a breakdown of the base offer price for a project. It serves as a template for bidders to detail their cost estimations.

• Cost Breakdown: The form requires bidders to itemize labor and material costs across various construction divisions (e.g., General Requirements, Concrete, Electrical, HVAC).
• Subtotals: It includes fields for division subtotals, overhead percentage, profit percentage, and bond percentage.
• Total Base Offer Cost: A final field consolidates all costs to present the total base offer price.
• Offeror Information: Fields are provided for Project Number, Date, Project Title, Project Location, and Offeror's contact details (Name, Street, City, State, Zip).

Bidders must use this form to provide a detailed cost breakdown of their offer. The government will use this information for price analysis. The instructions emphasize the need for a detailed breakdown to avoid lump sums and ensure transparency in pricing. All cost-related fields are currently set to 0.0, indicating that bidders need to populate this form with their specific cost estimates.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "Cover Sheet" for the "Upgrade Fire Pumps & Fire Sprinkler Systems in Buildings 2, 20, 35, 37 & 103" project at the C.W. Bill Young Medical Center. It serves as an index and overview of the project's drawings and specifications.

• Project Identification: Includes project title, number (516-25-610), location (10000 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines, FL 33744), and the buildings involved (2, 20, 35, 37, 103).
• Issue Date: October 29, 2025.
• Consultant Information: Lists the Architect/Engineer of Record (AESUS Design Group) and their contact information.
• Governing Codes: References the 2023 Florida Building Code (various sections), National Electrical Code (NFPA 70, 2020 Edition), and relevant NFPA standards (NFPA 13, NFPA 20).
• Project Description: Briefly outlines the scope of work, including replacing an obsolete fire pump in Building 103, adding a fire sprinkler system to Building 35 and the auditorium of Building 20, and upgrading fire sprinkler systems in Buildings 2 and 37. It also notes that the work includes architectural, civil, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection aspects.
• Building Information: Provides details on the construction type (Type B), fire resistance, and occupancy groups for the affected buildings.
• Drawing Index: A comprehensive list of all drawing sheets included in the set, organized by discipline (General Information, Civil, Architecture, Fire Protection, Electrical).
• Infection Control Measures (ICRA): Details specific measures required during construction to prevent the spread of infection, including barrier requirements, negative air pressure, and cleaning protocols.

This cover sheet is crucial for bidders as it provides a high-level overview of the project, identifies all relevant documents, and outlines the scope of work. It also specifies the codes and standards that must be adhered to, which are essential for accurate bidding and proposal preparation. The ICRA notes are particularly important for understanding site safety and operational requirements during construction.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a "Bid Build (BB) Upgrade Fire Pumps, Install Wet Pipe Systems, & Replace Various Sprinkler Heads" project at the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL. The project aims to replace an obsolete fire pump in building 103, add a fire sprinkler system to building 35, and upgrade existing fire sprinkler systems in buildings 2 and 37.

• Replace fire pump (FP-2) and controller in building 103.

• Program controls for pump operation.

• Install a new fire sprinkler system in building 35.

• Install a new fire sprinkler system in the auditorium of building 20.

• Upgrade fire sprinkler systems in buildings 2 and 37.

• Ensure all new sprinkler heads are quick response.

• Comply with VA fire protection standards, site containment, and traffic control.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: 270 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Funds Availability: Subject to FY26 funding.

• Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to the Contracting Officer.

• Proposals must be submitted in two separate documents: Technical Proposal and Price Proposal.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Approach, Contractor Qualifications, Past Performance, and Price. Technical factors combined are more important than price.

• Offer Acceptance Period: Minimum of 120 calendar days.

• Site Visit: Scheduled for March 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.

• RFIs Due: March 16, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.

• This acquisition is conducted under FAR Part 36 using negotiated procedures.

• The solicitation includes provisions for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and SBA Veteran Small Business Certification database.

• A bid bond is required, equal to 20 percent of the bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less.

• Performance and payment bonds are required.

• Wage determinations must comply with Davis Bacon Wage Determinations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a General Decision Number (FL20260222) for building construction projects in Pinellas County, Florida. It supersedes FL20250222 and was published on 01/02/2026. The scope covers building construction projects, excluding single-family homes or apartments up to and including 4 stories.

This document primarily serves as a wage determination, outlining prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades. Specific trades and their associated rates/fringes include:

• Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator: $30.12/hr rate, $13.11/hr fringes
• Electrician (Includes Low Voltage Wiring): $33.11/hr rate, $14.59/hr fringes
• Elevator Mechanic: $51.83/hr rate, $38.435+a+b/hr fringes
• Power Equipment Operator (various groups based on crane size/type): Rates range from $35.01/hr to $39.01/hr, with $16.85/hr fringes for most.
• Ironworker (Structural, Reinforcing, Ornamental): Rates range from $28.90/hr to $35.25/hr, with fringes ranging from $15.66/hr to $17.32/hr.
• Pipefitter (Includes HVAC Pipe and Unit Installation): $35.30/hr rate, $18.24/hr fringes
• Plumber: $35.30/hr rate, $18.24/hr fringes
• Sheet Metal Worker (Excludes HVAC Duct Installation): $25.75/hr rate, $16.92/hr fringes
• Carpenter (Includes Drywall Hanging, Form Work, Metal Stud Installation): $16.36/hr rate, $0.70/hr fringes
• Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher: $13.00/hr rate, $1.30/hr fringes
• Floor Layer (Carpet and Vinyl): $17.64/hr rate, $0.00/hr fringes
• HVAC Mechanic (HVAC Duct Installation Only): $18.00/hr rate, $2.18/hr fringes
• Laborer (Pipelayer, Common or General): Rates range from $11.31/hr to $14.00/hr, with fringes ranging from $0.85/hr to $1.40/hr.
• Operator (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe, Bulldozer, Grader/Blade, Loader, Roller): Rates range from $14.00/hr to $22.07/hr, with fringes ranging from $0.00/hr to $8.80/hr.
• Painter (Brush, Roller and Spray): $14.72/hr rate, $2.13/hr fringes
• Roofer: $19.00/hr rate, $1.17/hr fringes
• Sprinkler Fitter (Fire Sprinklers): $20.11/hr rate, $6.74/hr fringes
• Tile Setter: $18.01/hr rate, $0.00/hr fringes
• Truck Driver (Dump Truck, Lowboy Truck): Rates range from $13.22/hr to $14.24/hr, with fringes ranging from $0.00/hr to $2.12/hr.

Footnotes:

• Detail on employer contributions for vacation pay credit based on years of service.
• List of paid holidays.
• Welders receive the rate prescribed for the craft performing the operation to which welding is incidental.

This document does not specify contract type, period of performance, or estimated value. It is a wage determination that would be incorporated into a contract.

Not applicable to this document.

Not applicable to this document.

• Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017.
• Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage) applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, and not renewed/extended after January 30, 2022. For 2025, the minimum wage is at least $13.30/hr or the applicable wage rate if higher.
• Information on wage determination appeals processes is provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Price/Cost Schedule and Delivery Schedule for the opportunity. It details the specific work to be performed, associated costs, and delivery requirements.

Item Information:

• Item Number: 0001
• Description: Bid-Build project to replace obsolete fire pump in building 103, program controls, add fire sprinkler system to building 35 and auditorium of building 20, and upgrade fire sprinkler systems in buildings 2 and 37.
• Location: C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center, Bay Pines, FL.
• Period of Performance: 270 days.
• Principal NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).
• Product/Service Code: Z2DA (Repair or Alteration of Hospitals and Infirmaries).

Delivery Schedule:

• Item Number: 0001
• Ship To: C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center, Bay Pines, FL.
• Quantity: 1.00
• Delivery Date: 270 Days After NTP (Notice to Proceed).

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of work, project location, performance period, and delivery timelines. It provides the basis for cost estimation and proposal development. Bidders must carefully review the described work and associated codes to ensure they can meet the requirements and accurately price the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Bid Build (BB) project to upgrade fire pumps, install wet pipe sprinkler systems, and replace various sprinkler heads at the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center. The project aims to replace an obsolete fire pump in building 103, program its controls, add a fire sprinkler system to building 35, and upgrade the fire sprinkler systems in buildings 2 and 37.

• Replace obsolete fire pump in building 103 and program controls.

• Install a new fire sprinkler system in building 35.

• Install a new fire sprinkler system in the auditorium of building 20.

• Upgrade the fire sprinkler system in building 2.

• Upgrade the fire sprinkler system in building 37.

• Provide all labor, tools, and materials necessary for the work.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: 270 days

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

• Solicitation Issue Date: On or about March 4, 2026

• Response Date/Time: March 3, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time, New York, USA

• This project is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8)

• Contracting Officer: Stacy Figlinski (Stacy.Figlinski@va.gov, 813-940-2788)

• Place of Performance: C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center, Bay Pines, FL 33744

• NAICS Code: 236220

• Product Service Code: Z2DA