Opportunity
SAM #36C24726R0083
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center Laundry Facility Renovation and Addition (Building 18)
Buyer
VANCO 7
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
May 15, 2026
Identifier
36C24726R0083
NAICS
236220, 238210, 238220, 238290, 238160, 238130
This opportunity involves a major renovation and addition project for the historic Laundry Facility (Building 18) at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center in Alabama.
Government Buyer
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration
- VISN 7 Network Contracting Office (NCO 7), Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
- Contracting officers: Joseph Osborn, Joyce Powers
Scope of Work
- Full renovation of Building 18 (Laundry Facility), including:
- Interior and exterior renovations (13,109 SF historic facility)
- Construction of new generator building (1,206 SF) and fuel tank building (630 SF)
- Installation of an 8,000-gallon double-wall diesel fuel tank
- Lead-based paint abatement and hazardous materials management
- Structural repairs, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) upgrades
- Installation of new HVAC systems, fire suppression, and advanced utility metering
- Technology enhancements: security cameras, access control, data/telecom cabling
- Replacement/refurbishment of windows, doors, and interior finishes
- Exterior site work: grading, drainage, utilities, and traffic control systems
- Installation of new traffic control gate arms
Products and Systems Requested
- Direct-digital control system (BACnet-compliant) for HVAC
- Facility fuel oil systems with aboveground steel tanks
- Hydronic piping and pumps, steam and condensate heating piping
- HVAC ducts, fans, air outlets, air cleaning devices, packaged outdoor air-handling units
- Advanced utility metering system (PC-based, electric/water monitoring)
- Electrical installations: transformers, switchboards, panelboards, motor controllers, automatic transfer switches, lightning protection, surge protection, interior lighting, and controls
- Plumbing fixtures, fire suppression system, technology systems (security, access control)
Services Required
- General construction, demolition, and historic preservation compliance
- Construction quality control, testing, special inspections, and commissioning
- Sustainable construction practices and waste management
- Training for VA personnel on all major systems (HVAC, electrical, metering, etc.)
- Warranty and post-acceptance inspections
Unique/Notable Requirements
- Project is set aside 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs)
- Phased construction to maintain laundry operations with minimal disruption
- Compliance with VA safety, security, and historic preservation standards
- Extensive documentation, submittals, and training for VA staff
- 10-year manufacturer's warranty required for roofing
Estimated Contract Value
- Between $10 million and $20 million
Place of Performance
- Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, 3701 Loop Rd East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
Description
Project No./Title: 679-24-102, "B18 Laundry Renovations & Additions" Project Location: Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, 3701 Loop Rd East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 This acquisition is 100% Set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) only. Site Visit: An organized site visit is scheduled for Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. Location: Contractors should meet at Bldg. 5, as Site Visit will begin in Bldg. 5 Conference Room and will walk to Bldg. 18 See attached solicitation and attachments 1-9 for further details.