C1AA--PROJECT 528A5-24-509. REPLACE PRIMARY GENERATOR CANANDAIGUA VA MEDICAL CENTER

Key Dates

Due Date

Posted Date

Agency & Value

Agency

242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)

Contract Value

Not provided

Codes & Classification

Solicitation Number

36C24226R0078

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

Classification Code

C1AA

Additional Details

Set Aside

SDVOSBC

Place of Performance

Canandaigua, New York, UNITED STATES

SourceSAM

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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Network Contracting Office 2, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Architect-Engineering (A/E) firms for the design and construction support services associated with Project 528A5-24-509: Replacement of the Primary Generator at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center, located at 400 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua, NY 14424. **Purpose and Scope** This procurement seeks comprehensive professional A/E services to support the replacement and reconfiguration of the primary generator at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center. The selected firm will be responsible for delivering a full suite of design and construction period services, including site investigation, assessment, schematic design, design development, construction documents, technical specifications, cost estimates, as-built documentation, and construction period services such as site visits and submittal reviews. The ultimate goal is to ensure the reliable and compliant operation of the facility’s primary power generation system, supporting the medical center’s mission to provide uninterrupted care to veterans. **Key Requirements and Deliverables** The scope of work encompasses the preparation of a complete construction document package for the generator replacement, with all 100% bid documents due within 250 calendar days from Notice to Proceed. The magnitude of construction is estimated at $2,250,000, with the overall construction cost range between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The contract will be awarded as a firm fixed price agreement. Firms must demonstrate expertise in the following areas: - Design of inpatient medical care facilities and specialized electrical distribution/power generation systems for healthcare environments. - Energy conservation, pollution prevention, waste reduction, and the use of recovered materials. - Construction period services, including field inspections, submittal reviews, and support for construction contract changes. - Coordination and management of multidisciplinary teams, with evidence of successful past collaboration. - Capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet aggressive schedules. - Strong past performance with government and private sector clients, particularly in cost control, quality, and schedule adherence. All submissions must include detailed resumes for key personnel in disciplines such as architecture, structural, mechanical, electrical, interior design, acoustical, environmental services, and fire protection engineering. Firms must also provide up to five relevant project examples completed within the past five years, with clear delineation of roles and responsibilities. **Contracting Entity and Location** The contracting activity is the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2 (36C242), a federal office responsible for procurement activities in the region. The place of performance is the Canandaigua VA Medical Center in Canandaigua, New York. **Classification and Contact Information** - NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services), Small Business Size Standard: $25.5M - Product Service Code: C1AA - Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) - Contracting Office: 242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242) - Primary Contact: Idalia Algarin, Email: [email protected], Phone: 716-862-7461 x 22395 **Procurement Type and Special Considerations** This is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation for proposals. The procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Brooks Act and FAR Subpart 36.6, with selection based on qualifications as outlined in the SF-330 submission. Only SDVOSB firms verified in the SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search and registered in SAM.gov are eligible. Compliance with VAAR clauses regarding limitations on subcontracting and total set-aside for SDVOSBs is mandatory. Firms must clearly indicate the percentage of contract performance by discipline and identify all consultants/subcontractors by name, location, and business type. The total cost for production and delivery of designs, plans, drawings, and specifications must not exceed 6% of the estimated construction cost, per VAAR 836.606-71. FAR Clause 52.236-22 (Design Within Funding Limitation) applies. **Evaluation Criteria** Submissions will be evaluated on nine criteria, with professional qualifications, specialized experience, construction period services, and team experience as the most critical. Additional factors include capacity, past performance, proximity to the project site (within 450 miles), claims history, and commitment to veteran-owned and other small businesses as subcontractors. Adjectival ratings from Outstanding to Unacceptable will be used, with past performance assessed for confidence levels. **Submission Instructions** Interested SDVOSB firms must submit one electronic copy of the SF-330 (Parts I and II) and all required attachments to [email protected] by 12:00 PM EST on April 10, 2026. Submissions must not exceed 50 pages or 10 MB per email. All required documentation, including state registrations, SDVOSB certification, DUNS number, CAGE code, tax ID, and contact information, must be included. **Constant Elements** Throughout the contract lifecycle, the following elements will remain constant: - The project’s focus on generator replacement at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center. - The requirement for SDVOSB participation and compliance with federal and VA-specific regulations. - The need for comprehensive A/E services, from design through construction support. - The evaluation and selection process based on qualifications, experience, and past performance. - The firm fixed price contract structure and adherence to funding limitations. This opportunity is ideal for SDVOSB A/E firms with demonstrated experience in healthcare facility design, power generation systems, and federal contracting, particularly those with a strong record of multidisciplinary project delivery and compliance with VA requirements. For further details and to access attachments, visit the official notice at: https://sam.gov/opp/db2e8b85276345b4a3b7ee7296ec935a/view.