Y1DA | 521-24-102 | Renovate Wards 2K and 2B for Optometry/Ophthalmology Clinical Use
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247) · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting offers to renovate Wards 2K and 2B at an Alabama VA medical facility for optometry/ophthalmology clinical use. This is a construction project classified under NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).
The work falls under PSC code Y1DA, which covers building construction services. Renovation projects for specialized medical use typically involve reconfiguring existing spaces to meet clinical requirements—potentially including demolition of interior partitions, new walls, specialized flooring, upgraded electrical and HVAC systems, plumbing for clinical equipment, lighting designed for eye examination procedures, and compliance with VA healthcare facility standards and accessibility requirements. The scope may also involve infection control measures, coordination with active medical operations, and adherence to safety protocols in occupied healthcare environments.
For the precise rooms included, square footage, specific clinical equipment connections, and technical specifications, see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 7 (36C247) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C24726R0134 |
| NAICS | 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026, 1:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Alabama |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14. To qualify, your firm must:
- Be a small business under NAICS 236220 size standards ($47.5 million average annual receipts)
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have one or more service-disabled veterans control management and daily operations
- Be verified in the VA's VetBiz registry (now part of SAM.gov entity registration) at time of offer and award
- Hold active SAM.gov registration with current representations and certifications
Joint ventures are permitted under specific SDVOSB rules, but the SDVOSB partner must be the managing venturer and meet the 51% performance requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Construction-specific preparation:
Review VA construction requirements carefully. VA medical facility renovations often incorporate Technical Specifications Institute (TCSI) standards, Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), and healthcare-specific provisions including interim life safety measures and infection control risk assessment (ICRA) protocols.
Site visit and investigation. Given this is an active VA medical center, expect restricted site access requirements. Determine whether a pre-bid site visit is mandatory or strongly encouraged—absence can disadvantage your proposal. Assess existing conditions, phasing constraints, and working hours restrictions.
Subcontractor strategy. SDVOSB rules require the prime to perform the applicable percentage of work (typically 50% for construction). Identify reliable subcontractors for specialized trades—medical gas, low-voltage clinical systems, specialized millwork—early and obtain committed pricing. Document their qualifications and past VA or healthcare performance.
Safety and quality plans. VA construction solicitations typically score past performance and technical approach heavily. Develop specific protocols for working in active patient care areas: dust containment, noise control, after-hours work sequencing, and coordination with facility staff.
Bonding capacity. Secure bid, performance, and payment bonds. Verify your surety can support the estimated contract value; see the solicitation for any specific bonding requirements.
Pricing architecture. Construction solicitations may use unit pricing, lump sum, or guaranteed maximum price. Analyze the solicitation's pricing structure carefully—VA projects often include detailed line items for alternatives and options.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C24726R0134. The response deadline is November 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time—plan for submission well in advance to resolve any technical or registration issues.
Confirm your SAM.gov registration and SDVOSB status are current and active. Download all amendments, review any questions and answers posted by the contracting office, and verify whether a pre-proposal conference or site visit is scheduled. If the solicitation includes a draft for comment period, consider submitting questions that clarify technical requirements or evaluation factors before the final solicitation issues.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →