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J061--541 Electrical Power Distribution Equipment Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance - VAMC Cleveland

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor for electrical power distribution equipment testing, inspection, and maintenance at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center (VAMC Cleveland). This falls under the general scope of electrical contracting and building equipment work, specifically focused on maintaining critical infrastructure that supports hospital operations.

Healthcare facilities like VA medical centers rely on continuous, reliable electrical power for patient care equipment, surgical suites, emergency systems, and general building operations. The work likely covers routine preventive maintenance, diagnostic testing, safety inspections, and corrective maintenance for switchgear, transformers, generators, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and related distribution equipment. See the solicitation for the complete list of equipment covered, specific service frequencies, testing standards required, and any emergency response obligations.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS 238210. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this industry: $18 million in average annual receipts over three years. You must also be registered in SAM.gov, active in the System for Award Management with an up-to-date registration.

Given the technical nature of this work, bidders should have relevant credentials and experience in electrical power systems for institutional or healthcare environments. Common qualifications include licensed electricians, NETA (InterNational Electrical Testing Association) certification for acceptance testing and maintenance, and experience with medium- and low-voltage distribution equipment. See the solicitation for any mandatory license requirements, minimum years of experience, or specific certification prerequisites.

How to put together a competitive bid

For electrical power distribution work at a federal healthcare facility, focus your proposal on these elements:

Technical approach: Detail your testing methodologies, specifying which accepted industry standards you follow—NFPA 70E (electrical safety), NFPA 110 (emergency power), NETA ATS (acceptance testing specifications), or NETA MTS (maintenance testing specifications). Describe your infrared thermography program, transformer oil analysis capabilities, and generator load testing procedures if applicable.

Personnel qualifications: Identify your lead technicians' certifications, state licenses, and healthcare facility experience. VA hospitals often require background checks, VA-specific training, and badging procedures—address your familiarity with these requirements.

Safety record: Emphasize your EMR (Experience Modification Rate), OSHA compliance history, and lockout/tagout procedures. Healthcare facilities prioritize zero-incident safety cultures.

Past performance: Cite comparable contracts, especially at VA facilities, other federal hospitals, or critical infrastructure sites like data centers or municipal utilities where downtime carries severe consequences.

Pricing structure: Determine whether the solicitation calls for firm fixed pricing, time-and-materials rates, or a hybrid. Maintenance contracts often benefit from unit pricing for common tasks plus hourly rates for emergent work.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C25027Q0014
2. Note the strict response deadline: October 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT
3. Verify your SAM registration is current and your small business status is active
4. Review any attached specifications, attachments, or Q&A amendments posted after the initial notice

View the official notice on SAM.gov →