J049--Repair of Water Storage Tank Leaking Seams at the Northampton VA Medical Center

sition Circular 2026-01, dated 3/13/2026, and applicable VA deviations identified herein. This solicitation is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 811310, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. The FSC/PSC is J049, Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Maintenance and Repair Shop Equipment. The Edward P. Boland VAMC, Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System, located at 421 N Main Street, Leeds, MA 01053, is seeking repair of leaking seams on an existing potable/fire-water storage tank in accordance with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and potable-water requirements. The applicable Wage Determination will be included as Attachment 1. STATEMENT OF WORK REPAIR WATER TANK LEAKS Edward P. Boland VAMC, Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System 421 N Main Street Leeds, MA 01053 1 Overview 1.1 General Intent The Contractor shall provide professional services to include all labor, transportation, materials, apparatus, tools, equipment and permits necessary to perform the work in accordance with the contractual requirements contained herein. All work must adhere to VHA, OSHA, EPA, and Mass DEP standards. 1.2 Contract Specific Requirements Repair Water Tank Leaks After award, but prior to the start of any field work, the contractor shall contact the contract point of contact (POC) (e.g. Contracting Officer s Representative, COR) to review proposed methods and plans for the completion of the work. Please note the bidding requirements related to this solicitation to ensure the following requirements are met. Failure to comply with bidding requirements may result in quotes being found to be not technically acceptable. The following shall be performed: 1. Repair all leaking seams IAW OEM requirements and Potable water requirements. 1.3 General Scope Items The following is a list of general scope considerations: 1. All field work shall be scheduled at least 3 business days in advance with POC/COR. 2. The site shall be left clean of all debris and hazardous materials daily. 3. Coordinate with VA CWM HCS GEMS coordinator for the signing of the waste manifests or management regulation. 4. Submit product data and work plan for all materials to the POC/COR prior to utilization. 1.4 Site Access and Management Requirements The contractor shall be solely responsible for the management, including all associated labor, equipment, materials, shipping, and inspection, to meet the requirements of the project. The contractor must have the following additional requirements before working on site: 1. Contractor badge, if issued, must be obtained and visibly worn by contractor or representative at all times while on campus. These requirements are applicable to all contractor employees and subcontractors working in and around campus building unless stated otherwise by POC/COR. The contractor is ultimately responsible for the behavior of employees and subcontractors. Any waste generated shall be properly disposed of and documented by the contractor. Questions or concerns shall be addressed with the POC/COR. 2 Submittals The contractor shall provide the following submittals as soon as they are available or by the required date(s) communicated by the POC/COR: · Their proposed products and process 3 Proposed Schedule All on-site work (including cleanup) shall take place during the following times, unless otherwise approved by the POC/COR: 08:00-16:00h Monday through Friday Off-hour work for activities impacting normal operations or scheduling conflicts are generally 17:00-06:00 Monday-Friday and anytime Saturday and Sunday. Holidays excepted unless other times are arranged in advance and approved in writing by the POC/COR. 4 Bidding Requirements Demonstration as authorized repairer from the OEM. 4.1 Parking Parking is rigidly controlled throughout the Medical Center. Contractor parking is only allowed in designated areas (subject to change). Parking in designated patient parking areas is strictly prohibited. Parking on grass is also prohibited. Parking for equipment necessary to perform the work will be authorized in advance of starting the project. Parking passes will be issued by the POC/COR when necessary. 4.2 Storage of Equipment and Materials The contractor shall arrange with the POC/COR for allocation of required workspace and for the storage of equipment and material to be used for this project. Storage space is very limited. There are no exclusive areas within the campus that can be given to the contractor for their storage needs. Additionally, a contractor trailer is NOT permitted for this project. The Contractor should schedule delivery of materials to limit the amount of storage space and time. The warehouse CANNOT accept, or store, deliveries associated with a contract and not purchased directly by the VA (i.e. no drop-shipping contract supplies). 4.3 Debris Removal The Contractor/Installer shall be required to remove waste materials and debris daily (unless otherwise authorized by POC/COR) from the campus. All waste material and debris shall be removed off the site by the contractor and shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations. 4.4 Site Utilities In the event a shutdown, restriction, or interruption of any utility services is required, a written request must be submitted (at least 14 calendar days in advance) and approved by the VA POC/COR. All utility shutdowns must be reviewed and approved by the VA. 5 Material and Workmanship Quality All materials and workmanship shall comply with all codes, standards, and requirements of all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). All work shall be done in accordance with contract terms and conditions and in a professional manner according to the best trade practices and to the satisfaction of the POC/COR. This includes work performed by subcontractors. Appendix A Tank Pictures The contract period of performance: At time of Award Place of Performance: Edward P. Boland VAMC, Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System 421 N Main Street Leeds, MA 01053 The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition: 1. FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management Registration (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025). 2. FAR 52.219-1 Small Business Program Representations (FEB 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025). 3. FAR 52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements Secondary Site of the Work (MAY 2014) (DEVIATION NOV 2025). 4. FAR 52.229-11 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements Notice and Representation (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION SEP 2025). 5. FAR 52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION). 6. FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998). 7. FAR 52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions (NOV 2020). 8. VAAR 852.252-70 Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008). 9. FAR 52.219-27 Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Concerns Eligible Under the SDVOSB Program (FEB 2024). The following provision is incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum to this solicitation: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Comm