Place of performanceDEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS MICHAEL E DEBAKEY VAMC 2002 HOLCOMBE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX, 77030, United States
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This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Fire Suppression System Repair Services IDIQ at the Houston VAMC, set aside for SDVOSBs. Work must be limited to specific deficiencies identified in inspection reports, with quotes due September 7, 2026. [3][1]
Key points
Work is limited to identified fire suppression system repairs and replacements. [1]
The solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. [3]
Watch items
Quotes must be submitted electronically by the deadline. [2]
Contractors must provide qualified, licensed personnel for repairs. [1]
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36C25626R0113++FINAL.docxWork shall be limited to the specific items identified in the inspection report, punch list, or site observation log. **Work Included** * Repair only the fire suppression system items specifically identified as deficient. * Replace damaged, defective, missing, or noncompliant components directly related to the identified repair items. * Correct leaks, damaged piping, faulty nozzles, impaired valves, damaged actuators, loose supports, and other listed deficiencies. * Restore affected system components to proper working order. * Perform post-repair testing to confirm the repaired items operate as intended. **Work Hours** * Work shall be performed Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
36C25626R0113++FINAL.docxIt is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that the quote is received no later than the due time of the Solicitation. **PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS** The contractor’s proposal shall be submitted electronically by the date and time indicated in the RFQ.
Official SAM.gov noticeSet-aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
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See sections 1823 through 1825 and 1832 of Public Law 118-31 for statutory requirements pertaining to exemptions, exceptions, and waivers. (d) *Prohibition on using or providing specific products or services or conducting certain transactions regardless of connection to contract*. (1) *Certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment, systems, or services*. (i) Unless an applicable waiver has been issued by the Government, the Contractor cannot use any equipment, systems, or services that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system (paragraph (a)(1)(B) of section 889 of the John S.
The Contractor shall ensure that it provides sustainable products as required by this contract, when the products are— (1) Delivered to the Government; (2) Furnished for use by the Government; (3) Incorporated into the construction of a public building or public work; or (4) Furnished for use in performing services under this contract, where the cost of the products is a direct cost to this contract. (End of Clause) ## C.10 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS In accordance with FAR 28.307-2 and FAR 52.228-5, the following minimum coverage shall apply to this contract: (a) Workers' compensation and employers’ liability: Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers' compensation and occupational disease statutes.
Work shall be limited to the specific items identified in the inspection report, punch list, or site observation log. **Work Included** * Repair only the fire suppression system items specifically identified as deficient. * Replace damaged, defective, missing, or noncompliant components directly related to the identified repair items. * Correct leaks, damaged piping, faulty nozzles, impaired valves, damaged actuators, loose supports, and other listed deficiencies. * Restore affected system components to proper working order. * Perform post-repair testing to confirm the repaired items operate as intended. **Work Hours** * Work shall be performed Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. * Work may also be performed on federal holidays if authorized by the owner or facility representative. **Federal Holidays** * New Year’s Day. * Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. * Washington’s Birthday. * Memorial Day. * Juneteenth National Independence Day. * Independence Day. * Labor Day. * Columbus Day. * Veterans Day. * Thanksgiving Day. * Christmas Day. **Work Limits** * Work shall be limited to the identified fire suppression system repair items only. * No unrelated upgrades, full-system replacement, or additional corrective work is included unless separately authorized in writing. * Any additional deficiencies discovered during the repair work shall be documented and submitted to the owner for review before proceeding. **Licensing Requirement** Contractor shall provide qualified, licensed personnel performing repair, testing and shall be factory trained on the systems the Contractor personnel are working on.
If a postaward debriefing is given to requesting Offerors, the Government will disclose the following information, if applicable: (1) The agency’s evaluation of the significant weak or deficient factors in the debriefed Offeror’s offer. (2) The overall evaluated cost or price and technical rating of the successful Offeror and the debriefed Offeror and past performance information on the debriefed Offeror. (3) The overall ranking of all Offerors when any ranking was developed by the agency during source selection. (4) A summary of the rationale for award.
It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that the quote is received no later than the due time of the Solicitation. **PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS** The contractor’s proposal shall be submitted electronically by the date and time indicated in the RFQ.
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Fire Suppression System Repair Services IDIQ for Houston VAMC (i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12 and 16. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The Government reserves the right to make no award from this solicitation. * The deadline for all questions is 14:00am CDT, August 28, 2026. All questions must be submitted in writing no later than the question cut-off date marked above. All questions will be answered officially through an amendment to the solicitation. ** Quotes are to be provided to felicia.lovelady@va.gov no later than 14:00am CDT, September 7, 2026. Quotes shall not be hand carried. Faxed quotes shall not be accepted. Emailed quotes are the only method of submitted quotes (10MB email limit). The Government reserves the right to make the award solely on initial Quotes received. Offerors bear the burden of ensuring that all portions of the quote (and any authorized amendments) reach the designated office before the deadline specified in the solicitation. This RFQ shall be completed in its entirety, and signed and dated. Failure to do so will result in the quotation not being considered for award. (ii) This is a Request for Quote (RFQ), and the solicitation number is 36C25926R0113. The government anticipates awarding a Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract resulting from this solicitation. (iii) This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01 effective March 13, 2026. (iv) The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 561210 with a business size standard of $34.0 Million. This solicitation is 100% set-aside for service-disabled veteran owned small businesses (SDVOSB). **THE SUBJECT LINE OF ALL EMAILS IN RESPONSE TO THIS SOLICITATION MUST INCLUDE THE RFQ NUMBER 36C25626R0113**
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