Z1DA--Construction of Heat Exchangers, Ogden and Damen Building

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60612 has a need for construction services for providing and installing heat exchangers. Contractor shall provide all design plans, tools, materials, components, labor, quality assurance, and supervision in accordance with construction statement of work to complete the required construction services. The principal components of work include: Remove existing heat exchangers and accessories from piping systems. Supply new heat exchangers. Install new heat exchangers. Reconnect all piping. Replace all steam traps and shut off valves. Reinsulate piping with appropriate mechanical insulation. Test system for leaks. Connect electrical. Time for completion of the project will by 90 days from issuance of notice to proceed. The construction cost magnitude range is more than $250,000.00. Pursuant to Public Law 109-461, this solicitation is set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) firms. In accordance with VAAR 819.7003(b), at the time of submission of bids, and prior to award of any contracts, the offeror must represent to the contracting officer that it is: SDVOSB eligible vendor IAW VAAR Subpart 819.70; Small business concern under the NAICS code assigned to this acquisition; and Certified SDVOSB/VOSB listed in the SBA certification database at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ (see 13 CFR 128). The North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) for this procurement is 238220; size standard $19.0 Million applies. The solicitation will be issued on or about August 19, 2026, with the bid opening as identified in the solicitation. The bidder is responsible to monitor and download any amendments from Contact Opportunities which may be issued to this solicitation. The primary Point of Contact for this requirement is Misty L. Gates, Contract Specialist. Ms. Gates may be reached by email at Misty.Gates1@va.gov