Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to perform annual airflow certification testing for the HVAC systems at the Saint Louis VA Medical Centers, including the John Cochran and Jefferson Barracks divisions. The contractor will be required to measure air volume, evaluate duct leakage, verify pressure differentials, and identify areas that do not meet minimum requirements. The contract will be for a base year with four option years, and the contractor must comply with various industry standards and regulations. The scope of work includes testing and certification of HVAC systems, as well as providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• The contractor must be a certified firm, potentially with NEBB or AABC certifications.
• The contractor must hold a valid Class A Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor’s license, although this may not be strictly necessary.
• The contractor will be required to perform testing and certification services annually, with the possibility of additional work if ordered by the Contracting Officer.
• The contractor must comply with various industry standards and regulations, including ASHRAE 170-2013 and VHA Directive 1116(2).
• The contractor will be required to provide recommendations for corrective actions, although the corrective work itself is outside the scope of the contract unless separately ordered.