SAM #36C26026Q0984

Installation of Under Dispenser Containment and Sump Systems at VA American Lake

This opportunity seeks qualified contractors for the installation and upgrade of underground fuel system components at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System, American Lake Division in Tacoma, WA. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - VA Puget Sound Health Care System, American Lake Division - FMS / M&O Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mandated; however, OPW is referenced for flexible fuel piping, and Veeder-Root is referenced for leak detection system integration. - Products/Services Requested: - Under Dispenser Containment (UDC) systems (new, regulatory-compliant) - Extractor valve containment sump with traffic-rated manhole assembly and accessories - Double-wall OPW flexible fuel piping with transition fittings - Leak detection sensors (integrated with Veeder-Root TLS-4) - Heavy-duty hose retrievers - Fuel dispenser removal and reinstallation - Demolition, excavation, and concrete restoration - Electrical and communication system upgrades - Startup, testing, commissioning, and regulatory documentation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor personnel must hold ICC UST Installation/Retrofitting (U1), ICC UST Tank Tightness Testing (U3), and Washington State Site Assessment (U7) certifications or equivalent - All work must comply with Washington State Department of Ecology regulations - Controlled fueling system shutdowns require advance written approval - Project must be completed within 90 calendar days from contract award - All installations must be compatible with existing fuel system infrastructure and monitoring systems

Description

Page 4 of 4 THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR QUOTE; THE VA IS NOT SEEKING PRICING OR OFFERS.

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 20, in support of American Lake, VA Medical Center, Tacoma, WA is currently requesting information to determine the existence of viable sources capable of providing construction services.

Period of Performance: The intended contract period of performance is for 90 calendar days after receipt of notice to proceed.

Description of Services:

The contractor shall provide personnel certified for the regulated underground storage tank (UST) services they perform. Installation, repair, and modification of the UST system and its components shall be performed or directly supervised by a provider holding ICC UST Installation/Retrofitting (U1) certification. Regulated tank or piping tightness testing shall be performed or directly supervised by a provider holding ICC UST Tank Tightness Testing (U3) certification. If conditions encountered require a formal site assessment, that work shall be performed or directly supervised by a provider holding Washington State Site Assessment (U7) certification, or another qualification accepted under WAC 173-360A-0930. The contract task requirements include, but are not limited to, the following work:

Task 1 Regulatory Notifications Task 2 Fuel Dispenser Removal Task 3 Demolition and Excavation Task 4 Product Piping Removal Task 5 Extractor Valve Removal and Reinstallation Task 6 Containment Sump Installation Task 7 Under Dispenser Containment (UDC) Installation Task 8 Fuel Piping Installation Task 9 Electrical and Communication Systems Task 10 Leak Detection Equipment Task 11 Fuel Dispenser Reinstallation Task 12 Concrete Restoration Task 13 Hose Retrievers Task 14 Startup, Testing, and Commissioning No later than five (5) business days prior to mobilization, the contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer's Representative copies of the applicable current certifications and the names of the personnel performing or directly supervising the regulated work. Failure to provide acceptable documentation may delay mobilization or result in suspension of the affected work at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall maintain all required licenses and certifications for the duration of the contract. Failure to maintain the required certifications shall constitute grounds for suspension of work until deficiencies are corrected at no additional cost to the Government.

NAICS Code: 237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction and the small business size standard is $45.0 million (March 2023, standards).

The Government is not soliciting offers at this time, and it will be the Contracting Officer who will determine which suggested changes are accepted. This is a sources sought notice to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources. A solicitation is not currently available.

Responses: Responses to this request will be considered for the purpose of determining how the requirements will be stated and how the procurement will be conducted. This announcement is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, implied or otherwise, to issue a solicitation or to award a contract. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or any follow-up information requests.

If you are interested and can provide the required services, please complete the questionnaire below and email your response to melita.bernardo@va.gov no later than 3:00 PM PST, September 11, 2026. Include any comments or questions you may have. Also provide your capability statements within your response.

A SOURCES SOUGHT QUESTIONNAIRE is attached. Responses to the Questionnaire are encouraged from all interested parties. You are advised that providing responses to the questions will not automatically include you in the acquisition process for this solicitation. Please provide any additional feedback in your response that you feel is relevant.

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