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H299--Testing and Balance Service FY27 - Base Four

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) · Response deadline: Wed, 05 Aug 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking Testing and Balance Service for FY27, with a base year and four option years (hence "Base Four" in the title). Testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) services typically involve calibrating HVAC systems to ensure heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment performs according to design specifications. This work commonly includes measuring airflow, water flow, temperatures, and pressures; adjusting dampers, valves, and fan speeds; and documenting system performance to meet engineered standards. See the solicitation for the specific scope, facility locations, and technical requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is strictly limited to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) currently verified in the U.S. Small Business Administration's SAM entity registration. Eligible firms must meet the ownership and control requirements under FAR 19.14: a service-disabled veteran must unconditionally own at least 51% of the business, control its management and daily operations, and hold the highest officer position (or have a qualified manager if the veteran is unable to manage due to disability). The NAICS code 541350 has a typical size standard of $19 million in average annual receipts; verify your firm's eligibility in SAM.gov. Firms must also have or obtain any required TAB certifications, such as those from the National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) or Associated Air Balance Council (AABC), as the solicitation may specify.

How to put together a competitive bid

Emphasize relevant credentials. Government TAB contracts often require certified technicians and prior federal facility experience. Detail your NEBB or AABC certifications, TAB experience on VA or other federal sites, and familiarity with VA-specific requirements such as infection control risk assessment (ICRA) procedures in healthcare environments.

Demonstrate geographic readiness. With Indiana as the place of performance, highlight your firm's proximity, established local presence, or demonstrated ability to mobilize quickly across the state. If option years imply multi-year coverage, address staffing continuity and equipment maintenance plans.

Address pricing strategically. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices often mean award can follow quickly—price aggressively but sustainably across all five potential years (base plus four options). Break out labor categories clearly; government evaluators scrutinize realism for extended-period contracts.

Prove past performance. Include relevant contract references with comparable scope, dollar value, and duration. VA contracting officers heavily weigh demonstrated reliability in occupied healthcare facilities where disruption must be minimized.

Complete SAM registration early. SDVOSB status must be active and verified; allow weeks for any updates. Ensure your Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile reflects TAB capabilities.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C25026Q0609 to obtain the statement of work, evaluation criteria, mandatory representations, and any amendments.
2. Note the deadline carefully: Responses are due August 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time—late submissions will not be considered.
3. Verify your SAM and SDVOSB status is current; address any discrepancies immediately.
4. Request clarifications promptly if ambiguities exist, allowing time for response and bid revision before the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →