PCAC EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction - Togus VAMC (VA-27-00009716)
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Sources Sought from the Department of Veterans Affairs, for work in Augusta. Due Oct 30, 2026, 4:00 PM (UTC-4), 11 days left.
| Title as posted | Y1DZ--PCAC EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction - Togus VAMC (VA-27-00009716) |
|---|---|
| Solicitation number | 36C77627Q0022 |
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| Office | Pcac (36C776) |
| Notice type | Sources Sought |
| Set-aside | None |
| Trade (NAICS) | Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220) |
| Product or service code | Y1DZ |
| Place of performance | Augusta |
| Posted | Oct 15, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Oct 30, 2026, 4:00 PM (UTC-4) (11 days left) |
Official notice and attachments
Description
SYNOPSIS: INTRODUCTION: This Sources Sought Notice is for market research and information purposes only at this time and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC) is conducting a market survey and is seeking potential sources for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project at the Togus VA Medical Center located in Togus, ME.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will include but not limited to the following infrastructure improvements: The architectural demolition, reconfiguration, expansion, and renovation of existing spaces. The architectural construction of new finished spaces, doors, and flooring systems. The structural alteration of existing structural components, and construction of new structural equipment support, Electrical upgrades including electrical panels, normal and critical power distribution, bonding, Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS), lighting, and new power outlets.
The installation and programming of Building Automation System (BAS) equipment and interfaces, Upgrades to existing HVAC, reprogramming of existing controls, and the installation of new HVAC and new controls. The modification of existing plumbing to avoid Telecommunication Rooms, and the installation of new plumbing to support new mechanical systems, and interior drainage. Upgrades to data communication infrastructure including new data outlets, patch panels, seismic rated IT racks, cable management, in building as necessary.
This includes the re-cabling of all existing data cabling within the entire campus to CAT 6A. Upgrade of the fiber infrastructure backbone, campus wide both within buildings and between buildings and all associated civil site construction and landscaping. Civil site work, including the installation of concrete duct banks, installation of new pre-cast manholes, the excavation and repair of existing building waterproofing, and the restoration of site conditions.
The abatement of asbestos and lead based paint, including the preparation of an abatement plan in accordance with the requirements of the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. The installation of a radon mitigation system, including the preparation of detailed working drawings that are signed by a radon mitigation contractor registered with the State of Maine. Fire Suppression Upgrades including new gaseous suppression systems, and the modification of existing fire sprinkler systems.
New fire sprinkler system for the new MCR Building. Fire Alarm Upgrades. Firestopping and fire caulking for all wall and floor penetrations within the project scope.
Physical security upgrades including Physical Access Control, intrusion detection, and security cameras, as shown on the contract drawings. The project buildings include: 200, 200E, 201, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 221, 232, 235, 238, 240, 248, 255, 300, BQ1, BQ3, BQ4, BQ27, BQ32, BQ69, 248, MRI, and site. PROCUREMENT INFORMATION: The proposed project will be a competitive, firm-fixed-price contract utilizing the design-bid-build approach (Final Specifications and Drawings will be provided).
The anticipated solicitation will be issued as a Request For Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Parts 15 and 12, considering Technical and Price Factors. The results and analysis of the market research will finalize the determination of the type of socio-economic set-aside, if any, will depend upon the responses to this notice and any other information gathered during the market research process.
This project is planned for advertising in December 2026. In accordance with VAAR 836.204, the magnitude of construction is between $50,000,000.00 and $100,000,000.00. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 236220 (size standard $45.0 million) applies to this procurement.
The duration of the project is currently estimated at 730 calendar days from the issuance of a Notice to Proceed. The services for this project will include providing all construction related services such as: providing labor, materials and equipment required to complete the project as per contract documents prepared by an independent Architect-Engineer firm. There will be an Industry Day for this project on October 27, 2026 at Building 210 at the Togus campus located at 810 Eastern Avenue, Augusta ME 04330.
Information on this event can be located at the following: sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/... CAPABILITY STATEMENT: Respondents shall provide a general capabilities statement to include the following information: Section 1: Provide company name, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), company address, Point-of-Contact name, phone number and email.
Section 2: Provide company business size based on NAICS code 236220. Also, provide business type (i.e., Large Business, Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Women-Owned Small Business, Hub Zone Small Business, etc.). Section 3: Provide a Statement of Interest in the project.
Section 4: Provide the prime contractor s available bonding capacity in the form of a letter of intent from your bonding company with this submission. *Please ensure that the individual bonding capacity is in line with the VAAR Magnitude of Construction listed above. Section 5: Provide the type of work your company has performed in the past in support of the same or similar requirement.
This section is IMPORTANT as it will help to determine the type of socio-economic set-aside, if any. Please provide the following in your response: No more than three (3) contracts that your company has performed within the last seven (7) years that are of comparable size, complexity, and scope to this requirement. Include the project name, project owner and contact information as this person may be
The description continues in the official notice.
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