Project Information

Bid Title

6110--689-26-3-4807-0126: Replace Variable Frequency Drive Units (VA-26-00053945)

Issuing Agency

Location

Connecticut

Published Date

Jun 16, 2026

Closing Date

Jun 23, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

36C24126Q0551

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Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)

Project Description

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Notice ID

36C24126Q0551

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Department/Ind. Agency

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

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241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)

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General Information View Changes

• Contract Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)
• Updated Published Date: Jun 16, 2026 10:37 am EDT
• Original Published Date: Jun 03, 2026 12:46 pm EDT
• Updated Date Offers Due: Jun 23, 2026 10:00 am EDT
• Original Date Offers Due: Jun 16, 2026 12:00 pm EDT
• Inactive Policy: Manual
• Updated Inactive Date: Jul 08, 2026
• Original Inactive Date: Jul 01, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification

• Original Set Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
• Product Service Code: 6110 - ELECTRICAL CONTROL EQUIPMENT
• NAICS Code:
  • 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
• Place of Performance:
  VA Connecticut Healthcare System West Haven VA Medical Center West Haven , 06516

Description View Changes

Amendment No.: 0002
Solicitation No.: 36C24126Q0551
Date: June 16, 2026

Purpose of Amendment
The purpose of this amendment is to provide responses to questions submitted regarding the solicitation. As a result of these questions and responses, the response due date will be extended to June 23, 2026 at 10am.
Question: Please clarify if a superintendent can be a dual hat to cover the requirements of SSHO?
Answer: This is not construction, this is a professional services contract. Construction management is not required. A site superintendent is not required for professional services contracts. Applicable persons performing certified labor shall meet OSHA requirements for the applicable work area and work being performed where qualified personnel perform equipment start up and verification.  Â
Question: If no to the question above, will the SSHO need to be full-time for this project?
Answer: This is not construction, this is a professional services contract. Construction management is not required. A site superintendent is not required for professional services contracts. Applicable persons performing certified labor shall meet OSHA requirements for the applicable work area and work being performed where qualified personnel perform equipment start up and verification.  Â
Question: Please clarify if a superintendent can be a dual hat to cover the requirements of QA/QC?
Answer: This is not construction, this is a professional services contract. Construction management is not required. A site superintendent is not required for professional services contracts. Applicable persons performing certified labor shall meet OSHA requirements for the applicable work area and work being performed where qualified personnel perform equipment start up and verification.  Â
Question: If no to the question above, will the QA/QC need to be full time for this project?
Answer: Personnel performing startup of equipment should be those with the qualifications necessary to the specific equipment. Please submit appropriate installation report(s) as required along with equipment warranties.Â
Question: Can a superintendent be a triple hat to cover the requirements of SSHO and QA/QC?
Answer: This is not construction, this is a professional services contract. Construction management is not required. A site superintendent is not required for professional services contracts. Applicable persons performing certified labor shall meet OSHA requirements for the applicable work area and work being performed where qualified personnel perform equipment start up and verification.  Â

Question: Please confirm if tax should be included in our proposal?
Answer: This is not construction, this is a professional services contract. Construction management is not required. A site superintendent is not required for professional services contracts. Applicable persons performing certified labor shall meet OSHA requirements for the applicable work area and work being performed where qualified personnel perform equipment start up and verification.  Â
Question: Advise what is the ICRA Level required for the areas of the VFDs.
Answer: This question has been addressed previously. The contractor is responsible for determining any applicable tax obligations, incorporating into proposals as necessary. The VA cannot provide tax advice or make tax determinations on behalf of the contractor.
Question: Is the use of temporary plastic wall panels (such as STARC panels) acceptable to meet ICRA requirements?
Answer: The VFD's are in multiple mechanical spaces throughout the facility. There's no single ICRA level that applies to all locations. The Contractor shall coordinate with the government prior to commencing work in each area as the ICRA requirements will be determined based on the specific location, adjacent patient care activities, and scope of work.
Question: Confirm project work hours. Can work be completed during normal work hours?
Answer: The acceptability of temporary containment systems. Cannot be determined generically for this project. Requirements will vary based on specific work location activities and ICRA requirements.
Question: Will shutdowns be required to be done during off hours or weekends?
Answer: Normal business hours no off time schedule is required.
Question: Description of Services line 4 states to coordinate with FMS for BMS controls connections to VFDs. Advise if BMS controls connections, programming setup, and integration to BMS are by the VA. Is the contractor to only coordinate schedule and activities?
Answer: Connection is to be made by contractor. Programming setup, and integration to BMS are by the VA. Â The contractor to only coordinate schedule and activities with VA.

Attachments/Links

Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• ONE VA CENTER
• TOGUS , ME 04330
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• Yolanda Rankin
• Yolanda.Rankin@va.gov
• Phone Number 978-890-2709

Secondary Point of Contact

History

• Jun 16, 2026 10:37 am EDTCombined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)
• Jun 11, 2026 11:36 am EDT Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)
• Jun 03, 2026 12:46 pm EDT Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC 61Electric Wire, and Power and Distribution Equipment

• NAICS 238220Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

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