R425--BRIDGE PoP (02/01/2026-06/30/2026) Boiler Operator Support 36C25226Q0138

Under Statutory Authority Public Law 109 Sec. 502 and VAAR 819.7008, the Government anticipates entering into sole source procurement negotiations with Azimuth Contracting, LLC a certified verified service disabled Veteran owned small business (SDVOSB) for a Boiler Operator support services contract at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL. The tentative period of performance for this contract will be 02/01/2025 through 06/31/2025 to allow adequate time to solicit (SDVOSB set-aside) and award a long-term five (5) year contract. A determination that only one SDVOSB can meet the requirement is not required. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. This award is in compliance with VAAR 819.7008: A contracting officer may award a contract to a VIP listed service disabled veteran owned small business (SDVOSB) using other than competitive procedures provided The anticipated award price of the contract (including options) will not exceed $5 million; The requirement is synopsized and the required justification pursuant to FAR 6.302 5(c)(2)(ii) is posted in accordance with FAR part 5; The SDVOSB has been determined to be a responsible contractor with respect to performance; and In the estimation of the contracting officer contract award can be made at a fair and reasonable price that offers best value to the Government. The contracting officer's determination to make a sole source award is a business decision wholly within the discretion of the contracting officer. To ensure that opportunities are available to the broadest number of SDVOSBs, this authority is to be used only when in the best interest of the Government. A determination that only one SDVOSB can meet the requirement is not required. However, in accordance with FAR 6.302 5(c)(2)(ii), contracts awarded using this authority shall be supported by a written justification and approval described in FAR 6.303 and 6.304, as applicable. When conducting a SDVOSB sole source acquisition, the contracting officer shall ensure the business meets eligibility requirements in 819.7003. A procurement requirement estimated to exceed the legislative threshold of $5 million shall not be split or subdivided to permit the use of this SDVOSB sole source authority.

The Department of Veteran Affairs, VISN 12, awarded a firm-fixed price contract to Azimuth Contracting, LLC for boiler/plant operator support at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL. This contract was awarded for the period of February 1, 2026 through July 31, 2026. The total contract is $749,127.00.