Z1DA--B105 Control Panel Replacement 36C26126R0005
Summary
AI-generated · Jan 17, 2026Replace the B105 control panel at the VA Palo Alto Medical Center as part of the facility’s infrastructure upgrade and control systems work. The project will be awarded through a formal competitive process with proposals invited from all responsible sources; the solicitation will be available only in electronic form and the bid period will be posted on the same website.
A site visit will be scheduled, and its date will be posted with the request for proposal. All contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing by email to the listed addresses; telephone questions are not accepted. Any postponements or amendments will be posted on the solicitation site, and bidders must monitor the site for updates.
The Department of Veterans Affairs Network 21 Contracting Office will be issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) 36C26126R0005 for the requirement titled "B105 Replace Control Panel" at the VA Palo Alto health care System, Palo Alto VA Medical Center, 3801 Miranda Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94304-1207. This procurement is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 238210, with a size standard of $19M. Solicitation Info: Solicitation is being conducted under FAR Part 15. All responsible sources may submit a proposal, which shall be considered. The anticipated posting of this solicitation is January 30, 2026, and closes March 1, 2026, at 12:00 AM Pacific Time. In accordance with FAR 5.102(d), availability of this solicitation will be limited to the electronic medium. Site Visit: A site visit will be scheduled, and the date will be posted with the request for proposal. Inquiries: All contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing by email to edwin.rivera@va.gov and Charee Harris at charee.harris@va.gov. No telephone questions will be accepted. Notifications: Notification of any postponements and any amendments to this solicitation will be posted on the above website. It is the sole responsibility of the offeror to continually view the website for any amendments made to this solicitation.
From Presolicitation posted on Jan 16, 2026SOLICITATION DESCRIPTION: B105 HVAC CONTROL PANEL REPLACEMENT 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 36C26126R0005 Project Title: B105 HVAC Control Panel Replacement Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million Product Service Code: Z1DA Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries Magnitude of Construction: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00 2. PROJECT SCOPE The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to replace existing Johnson Controls (JCI) controllers with Siemens BACnet controllers in the Building 105 (B105) Simulation Center at the VAPAHCS Palo Alto campus,. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: Demolition: Decommissioning existing JCI PCG Controllers and Expanders for Heating Hot Water (HHW) and Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems,. Installation: Providing and installing new Siemens BACnet PXC.A controllers, expanders, and new air temperature sensors,. Integration: Performing controls point-to-point checkout, verification, and full integration into the existing Siemens Campus Building Management System (BMS) Front End (Desigo CC),,. Period of Performance: Project completion is required within 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP),. 3. CRITICAL CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Per the Statement of Work, offerors must meet the following specific technical qualifications to be considered for award: Siemens Certification: Must be an authorized and certified Siemens partner (including Value-Added Partners) for the past five (5) years,. Certified Technicians: Must have a minimum of five (5) technicians certified in Siemens Desigo, PXC, DXR, and/or ABT,. Local Presence: Must have a local office within 50 miles of the customer address (Palo Alto, CA) to ensure rapid response and support,. 4. SITE VISIT INFORMATION An organized site visit has been scheduled. This will be the only opportunity for potential offerors to inspect the site. Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM PDT Meeting Location: Outside of Building 105 Registration: See Clause 52.236-27 in the solicitation for details. 5. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DETAILS Questions/RFIs Due: Thursday, February 12, 2026, by 12:00 PM PDT. Proposal Due Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026, by 12:00 PM PDT. Submission Method: Proposals must be emailed to the Contracting Officer, Edwin Rivera (edwin.rivera@va.gov), and Contract Specialist, Jose Hernandez (jose.hernandez1@va.gov),. 6. IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTES VetCert Verification: This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at the time of offer submission and prior to award,. Bonding: Bid bonds, payment bonds, and performance bonds are required. Buy American: The Buy American statute applies to construction materials used in this project. 7. ATTACHMENTS Solicitation 36C26126R0005 Scope of Work / Specifications JCI Control Submittal (Reference) Wage Determination CA20250018
From Solicitation posted on Feb 03, 2026SOLICITATION DESCRIPTION: B105 HVAC CONTROL PANEL REPLACEMENT UPDATED PER AMENDMENT 0001 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 36C26126R0005 Project Title: B105 HVAC Control Panel Replacement Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million Product Service Code: Z1DA Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries Magnitude of Construction: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00 2. PROJECT SCOPE The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to replace existing Johnson Controls (JCI) controllers with Siemens BACnet controllers in the Building 105 (B105) Simulation Center at the VAPAHCS Palo Alto campus. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: Demolition: Decommissioning existing JCI PCG Controllers and Expanders for Heating Hot Water (HHW) and Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems. Installation: Providing and installing new Siemens BACnet PXC.A controllers, expanders, and new air temperature sensors. Integration: Performing controls point-to-point checkout, verification, and full integration into the existing Siemens Campus Building Management System (BMS) Front End (Desigo CC). Period of Performance: Project completion is required within 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP). 3. CRITICAL CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Per the Statement of Work, offerors must meet the following specific technical qualifications to be considered for award: Siemens Certification: Must be an authorized and certified Siemens partner (including Value-Added Partners) for the past five (5) years. Certified Technicians: Must have a minimum of five (5) technicians certified in Siemens Desigo, PXC, DXR, and/or ABT. Local Presence: Must have a local office within 50 miles of the customer address (Palo Alto, CA) to ensure rapid response and support. 4. SITE VISIT INFORMATION (UPDATED PER AMENDMENT 0001) NOTICE: Due to an administrative error in the original solicitation regarding the date of the first visit, a SECOND SITE VISIT has been scheduled to ensure fair opportunity. Second Site Visit Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM PST Meeting Location: Outside of Building 105 Registration: Interested parties must RSVP by 12:00 PM PST on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. Security: Valid Government-issued photo ID is required for base access. Note: Attendance is not mandatory but highly encouraged. The first site visit occurred on February 5, 2026. 5. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DETAILS (UPDATED PER AMENDMENT 0001) Questions/RFIs Due: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, by 12:00 PM PST. Proposal Due Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026, by 12:00 PM PST. Submission Method: Proposals must be emailed to the Contract Specialist, Edwin Rivera (edwin.rivera@va.gov), and Contracting Officer, Jose Hernandez (jose.hernandez1@va.gov). 6. IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTES VetCert Verification: This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at the time of offer submission and prior to award. Bonding: Bid bonds, payment bonds, and performance bonds are required. Buy American: The Buy American statute applies to construction materials used in this project. 7. ATTACHMENTS Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0001 (New) Solicitation 36C26126R0005 Scope of Work / Specifications JCI Control Submittal (Reference) Wage Determination CA20250018
From Solicitation posted on Feb 09, 2026Description SOLICITATION DESCRIPTION: B105 HVAC CONTROL PANEL REPLACEMENT (UPDATED PER AMENDMENTS 0001 AND 0002) 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 36C26126R0005 Project Title: B105 HVAC Control Panel Replacement Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million Product Service Code: Z1DA Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries Magnitude of Construction: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00 2. PROJECT SCOPE The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to replace existing Johnson Controls (JCI) controllers with Siemens BACnet controllers in the Building 105 (B105) Simulation Center at the VAPAHCS Palo Alto campus. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: Demolition: Decommissioning existing JCI PCG Controllers and Expanders for Heating Hot Water (HHW) and Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems. Installation: Providing and installing new Siemens BACnet PXC.A controllers, expanders, and new air temperature sensors. Integration: Performing controls point-to-point checkout, verification, and full integration into the existing Siemens Campus Building Management System (BMS) Front End (Desigo CC). Period of Performance: Project completion is required within 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP). 3. CRITICAL CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Per the Statement of Work, offerors must meet the following specific technical qualifications to be considered for award: Siemens Certification: Must be an authorized and certified Siemens partner (including Value-Added Partners) for the past five (5) years. Certified Technicians: Must have a minimum of five (5) technicians certified in Siemens Desigo, PXC, DXR, and/or ABT. Local Presence: Must have a local office within 50 miles of the customer address (Palo Alto, CA) to ensure rapid response and support. 4. SITE VISIT INFORMATION (UPDATED PER AMENDMENT 0001) NOTICE: Due to an administrative error in the original solicitation regarding the date of the first visit, a SECOND SITE VISIT has been scheduled to ensure fair opportunity. Second Site Visit Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM PST Meeting Location: Outside of Building 105 Registration: Interested parties must RSVP by 12:00 PM PST on Thursday, February 11, 2026, via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. Security: Valid Government-issued photo ID is required for base access. Note: Attendance is not mandatory but highly encouraged. The first site visit occurred on February 5, 2026. 5. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DETAILS (UPDATED PER AMENDMENT 0002) Questions/RFIs Due: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, by 12:00 PM PST. (Note: Government responses will be published in forthcoming Amendment 0003). Proposal Due Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026, by 12:00 PM PST. (Extended via Amendment 0002). Submission Method: Proposals must be emailed to the Contract Specialist, Edwin Rivera (edwin.rivera@va.gov), and Contracting Officer, Jose Hernandez (jose.hernandez1@va.gov). 6. IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTES VetCert Verification: This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at the time of offer submission and prior to award. Bonding: Bid bonds, payment bonds, and performance bonds are required. Buy American: The Buy American statute applies to construction materials used in this project. 7. ATTACHMENTS Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0002 (New) Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0001 Solicitation 36C26126R0005 Scope of Work / Specifications JCI Control Submittal (Reference) Wage Determination CA20250018
From Solicitation posted on Mar 02, 2026SOLICITATION DESCRIPTION: B105 HVAC CONTROL PANEL REPLACEMENT (UPDATED PER AMENDMENTS 0001, 0002, AND 0003) AMENDMENT 0003 NOTICE: Proposal Due Date Extension: The deadline for receipt of offers is extended to Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST. Forthcoming Amendment (RFIs): The Government is finalizing its technical responses to vendor RFIs. A subsequent amendment will be issued prior to the new proposal due date to publish these consolidated responses. Offerors are strongly advised to monitor SAM.gov and wait for the release of this forthcoming amendment before finalizing their pricing and technical volumes. 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 36C26126R0005 Project Title: B105 HVAC Control Panel Replacement Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million Product Service Code: Z1DA Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries Magnitude of Construction: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00 2. PROJECT SCOPE The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to replace existing Johnson Controls (JCI) controllers with Siemens BACnet controllers in the Building 105 (B105) Simulation Center at the VAPAHCS Palo Alto campus. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: Demolition: Decommissioning existing JCI PCG Controllers and Expanders for Heating Hot Water (HHW) and Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems. Installation: Providing and installing new Siemens BACnet PXC.A controllers, expanders, and new air temperature sensors. Integration: Performing controls point-to-point checkout, verification, and full integration into the existing Siemens Campus Building Management System (BMS) Front End (Desigo CC). Period of Performance: Project completion is required within 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP). 6. IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTES VetCert Verification: This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at the time of offer submission and prior to award. Bonding: Bid bonds, payment bonds, and performance bonds are required. Buy American: The Buy American statute applies to construction materials used in this project. 7. ATTACHMENTS Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0003 (New) Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0002 Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0001 Solicitation 36C26126R0005 Scope of Work / Specifications JCI Control Submittal (Reference) Wage Determination CA20250018
From Solicitation posted on Mar 09, 2026SOLICITATION DESCRIPTION: B105 HVAC CONTROL PANEL REPLACEMENT (UPDATED PER AMENDMENTS 0001, 0002, 0003, AND 0004) AMENDMENT 0004 NOTICE: Proposal Due Date Extension: The deadline for receipt of offers is extended by three (3) days to Friday, March 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST. RFI Responses & SOW Changes: The Government has officially published the consolidated responses to all vendor Requests for Information (RFIs). Based on vendor feedback, the Statement of Work (SOW) is formally amended to increase the Period of Performance from 60 to 180 calendar days, and to correct the warranty language by removing errant references to cooling towers. Safety Specifications Added: Specification 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS has been explicitly incorporated as an attachment for vendor compliance. 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 36C26126R0005 Project Title: B105 HVAC Control Panel Replacement Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million Product Service Code: Z1DA Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries Magnitude of Construction: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00 2. PROJECT SCOPE The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to replace existing Johnson Controls (JCI) controllers with Siemens BACnet controllers in the Building 105 (B105) Simulation Center at the VAPAHCS Palo Alto campus. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: Demolition: Decommissioning existing JCI PCG Controllers and Expanders for Heating Hot Water (HHW) and Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems. Installation: Providing and installing new Siemens BACnet PXC.A controllers, expanders, and new air temperature sensors. Integration: Performing controls point-to-point checkout, verification, and full integration into the existing Siemens Campus Building Management System (BMS) Front End (Desigo CC). Period of Performance: Project completion is required within 180 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP). 6. IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTES VetCert Verification: This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at the time of offer submission and prior to award. Bonding: Bid bonds, payment bonds, and performance bonds are required. Buy American: The Buy American statute applies to construction materials used in this project. 7. ATTACHMENTS Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0004 (New) Consolidated RFI Questions and Government Responses (New) Specification 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (New) Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0003 Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0002 Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0001 Solicitation 36C26126R0005 Scope of Work (New)(Revised) / Specifications JCI Control Submittal (Reference) Wage Determination CA20250018
From Solicitation posted on Mar 23, 2026SOLICITATION DESCRIPTION: B105 HVAC CONTROL PANEL REPLACEMENT (UPDATED PER AMENDMENTS 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, AND 0005) AMENDMENT 0005 NOTICE: Proposal Due Date Extension: The deadline for receipt of offers is extended to Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST. Limitations on Subcontracting (LOS): Clarifies that this procurement is classified under NAICS 238210 as special trade construction. In strict accordance with VAAR 852.219-75, the SDVOSB prime contractor will not pay more than 75% of the amount paid by the Government for contract performance, excluding the cost of materials, to subcontractors that are not similarly situated entities. Bid Guarantee/Bond: Officially establishes the required bid guarantee at 20% of the proposed bid price. Payment Protection Requirements: Because the estimated magnitude of this construction contract falls below the $150,000 threshold, meaning traditional Miller Act performance and payment bonds are not strictly mandatory. The successful offeror must provide alternative payment protection (such as an Irrevocable Letter of Credit) in a penal amount equal to 100% of the original contract price. 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 36C26126R0005 Project Title: B105 HVAC Control Panel Replacement Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million Product Service Code: Z1DA Maintenance of Hospitals and Infirmaries Magnitude of Construction: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00 Proposal Due Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST Limitations on Subcontracting (LOS): 75% (Special Trade Construction) Bid Guarantee Requirement: 20% of the proposed bid price Payment Protection Requirement: 100% alternative payment protection (e.g., Irrevocable Letter of Credit) in lieu of traditional Miller Act bonds 2. PROJECT SCOPE The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to replace existing Johnson Controls (JCI) controllers with Siemens BACnet controllers in the Building 105 (B105) Simulation Center at the VAPAHCS Palo Alto campus. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: Demolition: Decommissioning existing JCI PCG Controllers and Expanders for Heating Hot Water (HHW) and Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems. Installation: Providing and installing new Siemens BACnet PXC.A controllers, expanders, and new air temperature sensors. Integration: Performing controls point-to-point checkout, verification, and full integration into the existing Siemens Campus Building Management System (BMS) Front End (Desigo CC). Period of Performance: Project completion is required within 180 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP). 6. IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTES VetCert Verification: This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at the time of offer submission and prior to award. Bonding & Payment Protection: A 20% bid guarantee is required. Alternative payment protection (e.g., Irrevocable Letter of Credit) is required in lieu of traditional Miller Act performance and payment bonds. Buy American: The Buy American statute applies to construction materials used in this project. 7. ATTACHMENTS Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0005 (New) Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0004 Consolidated RFI Questions and Government Responses Specification 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0003 Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0002 Standard Form 30 - Amendment 0001 Solicitation 36C26126R0005 Scope of Work (Revised) / Specifications JCI Control Submittal (Reference) Wage Determination CA20250018
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Contract Specialist
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Charee Harris
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Place of Performance
3801 Miranda Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94304-1207
USA