561-24-600 Upgrade Mechanical Systems-C Level
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Presolicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs, for work in East Orange, New Jersey. Due Jan 4, 2027, 10:00 AM (UTC-5), 52 days left.
| Title as posted | Y1DA--561-24-600 Upgrade Mechanical Systems-C Level |
|---|---|
| Solicitation number | 36C24226R0127 |
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| Office | 242-Network Contract Office 02 (36C242) |
| Notice type | Presolicitation |
| Set-aside | Service-disabled veteran-owned |
| Trade (NAICS) | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220) |
| Product or service code | Y1DA |
| Place of performance | East Orange, New Jersey |
| Posted | Nov 12, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Jan 4, 2027, 10:00 AM (UTC-5) (52 days left) |
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Description
This notice is for Solicitation Number 36C24226R0127, Project Number 561-22-600 Upgrade Mechanical Systems-C Level at the VA NJ Health Care System, East Orange, NJ. This shall be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. As a result, all SDVOSB's may submit an offer, which will be considered by the agency.
This project is classified under NAICS Code 238220 and has a size standard of $19 Million. The Magnitude of Construction for this project is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. Scope of Work: The scope of work shall generally consist of, but not limited to the following: Project will renovate the existing C Level utility space located at C Level of Building 1 which will provide environmentally safe, comfortable, and compliant conditions for maintenance staff.
The current HVAC equipment and plumbing systems are in poor condition causing continuous water & steam leakage. The improper function of pumps is leaving the pump-pit filled with water. Newly renovated space will optimize daily activities, routine maintenance of utilities and provide safe environment for maintenance staff at C Level at VA New Jersey Health Care System East Orange Campus.
Contractor shall completely prepare site for building operations, including demolition and removal of existing structures, and furnish labor and materials to perform work for VA Project 561-24-600 Upgrade Mechanical Systems-C Level as required by AE drawings and specifications, including but are not limited to: Steam Header Replacement and Distribution Condensate & Steam Piping Modification and Replacement of PRVs, Hangers & Valves Architectural and Structural Modification to Condensate Pump Pit Modification to Supply & Exhaust Air and Repair of Outside Air Intakes Hazardous Material Remediation and Insulation Repair Mechanical Room Drainage Enhancement Improvement of Lighting and Electrical Panels Refinish Surfaces, Removal of Brine Residue, Overall System Tagging/Identification and Systems Monitoring, Safety & Security.
The contractor shall also furnish all labor, materials, tool, and supervision necessary to perform work for VA Project 561-22-600 Upgrade Mechanical Systems C-Level, in accordance with AE drawings and specifications. Project Completion: 430 Calendar Days from Notice to Proceed (NTP). All other details and information shall be contained in the solicitation which shall be posted on www.sam.gov.
The solicitation will be released on or about November 23, 2026. The response submittal address, date and time will be included in the solicitation. This project requires bonding and all responses/submissions to the solicitation to be posted later shall be emailed.
No hand-carried bids will be accepted. All prospective bidders must be currently registered in www.sam.gov , and be registered and verified as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) in search.certifications.sba.gov/ at the time of offer submission and before award of this procurement. End of Description.
Contracting contact
- Scott Nussbaum · Contract Specialist · [email protected] · 518-626-7437
As published on the official notice. Ask questions in writing and before any questions deadline the notice sets.
Is your business small enough?
For NAICS 238220, a business counts as small if it has no more than $19.0 million in average annual receipts (SBA size standard). This notice is set aside, so only businesses under that size, or in the named program, can bid. SBA table, current as of Oct 15, 2026.
Companies that win this kind of work
Federal contractors paid for plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors work, who also hold VA contracts (last 12 months): possible competitors, or partners to team with.
- DRI, Inc. $10.0 million in this trade
- DAX Safety & Staffing Solutions, LLC $9.4 million in this trade
- J & J Mechanical And Construction Group LLC $6.5 million in this trade
- Veterans Contracting Group, Inc. $6.3 million in this trade
- Sergents Mechanical Systems Inc $5.8 million in this trade
About the buyer
The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $83.7 billion in contracts in the last 12 months; its biggest suppliers were Optum Public Sector Solutions, Inc., Mckesson Corporation and Triwest Healthcare Alliance Corp. See what VA is buying now.
Who can bid: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) set-aside
SDVOSB set-asides are for small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, certified by the SBA.
How to get certified: SDVOSB certification guide. All open Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) set-asides.
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