SAM #36C24226Q0845

Elevator Third-Party Inspection and Testing Services for Brooklyn and St. Albans VA Medical Centers

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 02 (NCO 2), is seeking elevator third-party inspection and testing services for the Brooklyn and St. Albans VA Medical Centers. - Scope covers: - Five-year safety tests (Category 5) for elevators and dumbwaiters - Annual and semiannual safety tests (Category 1) for elevators and dumbwaiters - Witnessing, certifying, and reporting inspections - Corrective action re-inspections after deficiencies - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; services must be performed by ASME QEI-1 certified inspectors - Compliance required with ASME A17.1, A17.2, A17.3, A17.4, OSHA 1917.116, and other relevant codes - Contract duration: base year plus four option years - Set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under NAICS 541350 (Building Inspection Services) - Safety, security, and reporting protocols are emphasized - Coordination with facility operations is required

Description

Elevator Third-Party Inspection and Testing Services for the Brooklyn VA Medical Center and St. Albans VA Medical Center This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.202, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01. This solicitation is set aside for SDVOSBs. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 541350 - Building Inspection Services, with a small business size standard of $11.5 million. The FSC/PSC is H335. The Veterans Health Administration of Brooklyn and VA St. Albans CLC has a requirement for a Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) elevator inspection services and an annual safety test of elevators and dumbwaiters inspection services (Category 1). All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following: Supplies/Services Line Item Description BASE PERIOD - 09/07/2026 - 09/06/2027 0001 VA Medical Center Brooklyn - Five-Year Load Test - Elevator - 23 EA 0002 VA St. Albans - Five-Year Load Test - Elevator - 9 EA 0003 VA Medical Center Brooklyn - Five-Year Load Test - Dumbwaiters - 4 EA 0004 VA Medical Center Brooklyn - Semi-Annual Elevator Inspection (23 elevators) - 1 JB 0005 VA St. Albans - Semi-Annual Elevator Inspection (9 elevators) - 1 JB 0006 VA Medical Center Brooklyn - Annual Dumbwaiters Inspection - 4 EA 0007 VA Medical Center Brooklyn - Semi-Annual Dumbwaiters Inspection (4 dumbwaiters) - 1 JB 0008 Provide Parts/Material - 1 LT (Refer to FAR 52.212-1) 0009 Corrective Action Re-Inspection (elevator/dumbwaiter re-inspection) - 1 HR ... (additional line items for OPTION PERIOD ONE, TWO, THREE, and FOUR follow the same structure) ... STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) Scope of Work: The Contractor shall provide elevator inspection services under a 12-month base contract period, including four option years. Services shall include the performance of a Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) inspection as well as annual and semiannual Safety Tests inspections (Category 1) for elevators and dumbwaiters. All services shall be performed at the following addresses: Brooklyn VA Medical Center, 800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY 11209-7104 St. Albans VA Medical Center, 179-00 Linden Boulevard, Queens, NY 11424-1468 Objective: The Contractor shall inspect five-year safety tests when applicable and annual and semiannual safety test of elevators and dumbwaiters in accordance with all requirements set in the base year and all four option periods. Performance Period: The government requires a 12-month base contract period, including four option years: Base: 09/07/2026 - 09/06/2027 Option 1: 09/07/2027 - 09/06/2028 Option 2: 09/07/2028 - 09/06/2029 Option 3: 09/07/2029 - 09/06/2030 Option 4: 09/07/2030 - 09/06/2031 Annual and Semiannual Safety Test: Tests shall be performed in accordance with OSHA 1917.116 / ASME A17.1 standards. The Contractor shall witness and certify the inspections, which shall be scheduled to minimize impact on patient care and operations. Five Year Safety Test: A comprehensive five-year safety test shall be performed on elevators and dumbwaiters listed during the base year within 30 days of award, following ASME standards, including testing weights and re-inspection procedures. Reports: The Contractor shall submit reports upon completion of inspections, including all applicable documentation, within 15 working days. Qualifications of Inspectors: Inspectors shall meet ASME QEI-1 standards, be certified, and maintain current certifications throughout the contract. Facilities: The scope includes maintenance of elevators and dumbwaiters at specified buildings within Brooklyn VA Medical Center and St. Albans Community Living Center, with detailed listing of elevators and their functions. Security Requirements: Personnel must consent to background checks, display VA-issued ID badges, and follow key control procedures. All government equipment and property shall be safeguarded. Elevator Out of Service: Notification procedures for elevators taken out of service, signage requirements, and scheduling considerations are outlined to ensure safety and minimal disruption. Safety: The Contractor shall adhere to OSHA, VA, NFPA, and other safety standards, appoint a Site Safety and Health Officer, and conduct regular safety inspections and training. Post Award Conference and Meetings: The Contractor shall attend post-award meetings and periodic reviews to ensure performance standards are met. Additional Items: Any work outside the scope requires prior approval and detailed cost estimates. All responses must include technical capability, past performance, pricing, and certifications. Submission Details: Quotes are due by August 20, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST, via email to Yasmin.Moses@va.gov, with the subject RFQ 36C24226Q0845. Questions are due by August 18, 2026, at 12:00 pm EST.

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