Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a qualified contractor to replace aging domestic hot‑water heaters, recirculation pumps, and related mechanical/electrical systems in four buildings (3, 7, 54, 143) at the Lyons VA Medical Center, New Jersey. Work must be phased to maintain continuous hot‑water service, include demolition, installation of new semi‑instantaneous steam‑to‑hot‑water heaters, associated piping, electrical work, testing, commissioning, and training of VA staff. The contract will be awarded after an electronic bid opening on September 9, 2026, with a performance period of up to 180 calendar days.
• Scope covers removal of existing heaters/pumps, installation of new heaters, pumps, condensate equipment, piping, insulation, and electrical controls.
• Contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals; adhere to VA design standards, building codes, and energy‑efficiency requirements.
• Continuous hot‑water service must be maintained; only one unit may be out of service at a time.
• Required deliverables: testing & balancing reports, as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, training for VA personnel.
• Work will be performed on‑site at Lyons VA Medical Center, 151 Knollcroft Rd, with strict security and safety protocols.