Replace Operating Room 5 Flooring
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263) · Response deadline: Tue, 03 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs needs a contractor to replace flooring in Operating Room 5. This is commercial flooring work under NAICS 238330 (Flooring Contractors), which typically involves removing existing floor systems and installing new materials suitable for healthcare environments. Operating room flooring must meet strict infection control, durability, and safety standards, often requiring seamless, chemical-resistant surfaces that can withstand frequent sterilization procedures.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 23 |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C26327Q0019 |
| NAICS | 238330 (Flooring Contractors) |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | November 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM CST |
| Place of performance | Des Moines, IA |
Who can bid
Only firms that qualify as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) may bid on this set-aside contract. To compete, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have a service-disabled veteran manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions
- Hold the appropriate NAICS size standard for 238330
- Be verified in the VA's Vendor Information Pages (VIP) system or the SBA's Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) with current SDVOSB status
Minority ownership or other socioeconomic designations do not substitute for SDVOSB status under FAR 19.14.
How to put together a competitive bid
For healthcare flooring work, expect the solicitation to specify material types, antimicrobial requirements, slip resistance ratings, and infection control protocols during installation. See the solicitation for exact technical requirements.
Practical steps for this bid:
- Verify VIP status now. VA SDVOSB set-asides require active verification. Delays in this system often take weeks.
- Assess OR-specific experience. Highlight prior healthcare or sterile environment flooring projects. Operating rooms require specialized knowledge of limited-dust installation methods and coordination with infection prevention staff.
- Plan around surgical schedules. VA medical centers typically require flooring work during tight windows between surgeries or during planned facility closures. Your bid should demonstrate flexibility and minimal disruption to patient care.
- Review bonding requirements. Flooring contracts in federal healthcare facilities may require bid bonds and performance/payment bonds. See the solicitation for thresholds and surety requirements.
- Obtain material submittals early. Healthcare flooring often requires pre-approved manufacturer specifications, warranty terms, and samples. Contact flooring manufacturers for federal pricing and lead times.
- Calculate Davis-Bacon Act wages. Construction work at VA facilities is typically subject to prevailing wage requirements. Verify wage determinations in the solicitation and factor into labor costs.
- Confirm Des Moines-based capacity. Factor travel, lodging, and local labor availability for performance in Iowa.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C26327Q0019. The response deadline is November 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central Time—late submissions will not be considered. Download all amendments and note any pre-bid conferences or site visit opportunities, which are common for healthcare construction work requiring contractor familiarity with active medical environments.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →