Y1DA--652-24-103 Increase Surgical Access
Federal opportunity from Public Agency. Place of performance: United States.
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Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to construct two new Operating Rooms and support rooms at the Central VA Health Care system in Richmond, VA. The contractor will provide all necessary services, including transportation, materials, labor, and technical expertise. The project involves management and performance of construction period services, permitting, demolition, construction, construction management, and project closeout. The estimated magnitude of this project is... | Title: Y1DA--652-24-103 Increase Surgical Access, Agency: U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs, State: Virginia, Open Date: 1/21/2026, Close Date: 4/20/2026, Last Updated Date: 3/15/2026
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is offering a contract for the construction of two new Operating Rooms and support spaces at the Richmond VA Health Care system. This project includes comprehensive services such as permitting, demolition, and construction management with an expected performance period starting on January 21, 2026, and concluding on April 20, 2026. Companies with appropriate construction capabilities in the healthcare sector should consider this opportunity.
The VA is aiming to enhance surgical access by building new Operating Rooms and supporting infrastructure to improve healthcare delivery.
- General contractors experienced in healthcare construction
- Firms with expertise in project management and construction services
- Companies with a track record of similar projects under VA contracts
- Permitting processes
- Demolition of existing structures
- Construction of two Operating Rooms
- Construction of support rooms
- Construction management services
- Project closeout procedures
- Company capabilities statement
- Relevant past performance examples
- Detailed project approach and methodology
- Pricing proposal
- Compliance with VA contractor requirements
- Adherence to VA construction regulations
- Meeting local and federal building codes
- Ensuring all team members have passed background checks, especially in healthcare settings
- Consider competitive pricing while ensuring sustainable profit margins
- Estimate costs based on similar previous projects
- Incorporate potential risks and contingencies in pricing
- Subcontractors specializing in medical facility construction
- Partnerships with local suppliers for materials
- Engagement of engineers or architects familiar with VA requirements
- Delays in permitting that could impact start dates
- Possible budget overruns due to unforeseen construction challenges
- Need for compliance with stringent VA regulations
- What are the key milestones expected during the construction phase?
- Are there specific design requirements we should be aware of?
- What is the process for handling changes in project scope?
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- Exact estimated magnitude of the project
- Specific compliance requirements for contractors
- Contact information for the contracting officer
- Any specific materials or technology preferred for the operating rooms
- Information regarding local subcontracting opportunities
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