J045--Newington Water Heater Replacement VACHS Plumbing

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Connecticut Healthcare System (VACHS) is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 36C24126Q0443) for the replacement of a single water‑heater isolation valve at the Newington VA Medical Center (555 Willard Ave, Newington, CT 06111). This veteran‑set‑aside acquisition (SDVOSB) is classified under NAICS 238220 (Plumbing) with a $19 M small‑business size standard and will be awarded under FAR 13 simplified acquisition procedures. Offerors must submit a price quote (including unit price, total price, and applicable labor rates) and a statement of acceptance of the solicitation terms (or list any exceptions) by 5:00 PM EST, 7 May 2026. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 12:00 PM EST, 23 April 2026; questions are due in writing by 5:00 PM EST, 28 April 2026. Key requirements include: (1) a field service representative located within 100 mi of the Newington campus who is OEM‑trained on the specific valve model; (2) compliance with VA lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, hot‑work permits, and the prohibition of cast‑iron fittings; (3) provision of all labor rates for Service Contract Labor Standards comparison; and (4) a 180‑day performance period from Notice to Proceed. Evaluation will be based on price, technical capability/experience, and past performance. Quotations and any questions should be directed to the Contract Specialist, Shawn Lawrence (Shawn.Lawrence@va.gov).

Notice ID

5fc14a8a8ee5496c8f1dec709f1ccdd5

Solicitation Number

36C24126Q0443

NAICS Code

238220

Classification Code

J045