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36C25726Q0431 504-26-006 RE FINISH B4 N AND F ADM

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257) · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring finishing work for a flooring project at its Amarillo, Texas facility. The solicitation title indicates this involves refinishing work designated as "B4 N AND F ADM"—typically referencing Building 4, north area, and administration spaces with finished flooring. Such work generally includes sanding, staining, sealing, or applying protective coatings to existing hardwood, resilient, or other finished floor surfaces in administrative areas of VA medical center buildings. Based on the NAICS code, this falls within the specialty trade of flooring contractors, though the specific square footage, number of rooms, material specifications, and surface preparation requirements are not included in the available metadata—see the solicitation for these details.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) that meet the size standard for NAICS 238330. To qualify, your business must be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans, with management and daily business operations controlled by such individuals. The service-connected disability must be formally determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs or your military service branch. You must be registered in SAM.gov with active SDVOSB certification (either self-certified or through the SBA's Veterans Small Business Certification Program, depending on current requirements) and have the applicable NAICS code in your profile. Non-SDVOSB firms, including other small businesses and non-veteran-owned entities, are ineligible to bid.

How to put together a competitive bid

Flooring refinishing bids for VA medical facilities require particular attention to healthcare environment constraints. Expect requirements for low-VOC or zero-VOC finishes, strict dust containment protocols, and phased work schedules that minimize disruption to patient care and administrative functions. Your proposal should demonstrate experience working in active healthcare or similarly sensitive occupied facilities.

Key elements to address: schedule flexibility for after-hours or weekend work; infection control measures including barrier installation and HEPA filtration; waste disposal plans for solvent-based materials if applicable; and staff background checks or VA contractor clearance requirements. Since this involves existing floor refinishing rather than new installation, emphasize your assessment methodology for substrate condition, moisture testing capabilities, and matching existing finishes where repairs blend with surrounding areas.

For SDVOSB set-asides, clearly document your veteran ownership and control structure. Consider subcontracting limitations—FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting typically requires SDVOSB primes to perform at least 50% of the contract cost with their own employees for construction contracts. Review whether bonding is required; VA construction-related solicitations often specify performance and payment bonds. Labor compliance may involve Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wages if construction exceeds $2,000.

Next steps

Access the full solicitation documents through SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C25726Q0431 to obtain the detailed Statement of Work, contract clauses, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions. Note the firm response deadline of October 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time—late submissions will not be considered. Allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration verification, any required VA facility access procedures, and bonding arrangements if applicable.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →