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N045--Boiler 3 Oxygen Analyzer and Steam Flow Meter

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247) · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking boiler equipment maintenance and installation services through Network Contract Office 7. The solicitation calls for work on an oxygen analyzer and steam flow meter for Boiler 3 at a VA facility. These instruments are critical for monitoring combustion efficiency and steam production in industrial boiler systems—standard equipment in large-scale heating and power generation operations.

Oxygen analyzers measure excess oxygen in flue gas, allowing operators to optimize fuel-air mixture for efficiency and emissions compliance. Steam flow meters track steam production or consumption, essential for system diagnostics and energy management. Installation of this type of industrial instrumentation typically requires specialized knowledge of boiler controls, calibration procedures, and safety protocols for high-pressure steam systems. The scope of work, specific equipment models, and performance specifications are detailed in the full solicitation. see the solicitation

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14. To qualify, a firm must meet SBA's size standard for NAICS 238220, be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans, and have qualified veterans manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions. The concern must be registered in SAM.gov with an active SDVOSB certification (either self-certified or through the SBA's certification program, depending on current requirements). Prospective bidders should verify their SAM entity registration and set-aside eligibility before preparing an offer.

How to put together a competitive bid

For this SDVOSB set-aside boiler instrumentation work, competitive bids typically demonstrate:

Technical capability — Document experience installing, calibrating, or servicing boiler combustion analyzers and steam flow measurement devices. Include relevant manufacturer training certifications or technician qualifications. see the solicitation for required experience documentation.

Safety credentials — Boiler work demands current safety qualifications: OSHA 10/30, confined space entry, lockout/tagout training, and potentially boiler operator licenses for Georgia. Detail your safety record and protocols.

Past performance — Prepare references from similar VA, federal, or commercial boiler maintenance contracts, particularly instrument installation projects completed within the last three years.

Compliance documentation — Ensure your SAM.gov registration reflects SDVOSB status and NAICS 238220. Include required representations and certifications applicable to FAR 19.14 set-asides.

Pricing structure — Combined synopsis/solicitation notices often contemplate simplified acquisition procedures. Review whether this follows sealed bid or negotiated acquisition rules to format your response correctly. see the solicitation

Next steps

Read the full solicitation 36C24727Q0050 on SAM.gov for complete specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria. Note the compressed response window: the deadline is October 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central Time—just four days after posting. Verify if electronic submission is required and allow time for SAM.gov technical issues. Given the tight deadline, qualified SDVOSBs should immediately assess internal availability and begin gathering required documentation.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →