Z2DA--657-26-102JC FCA Replace Various Roofs on BLDG 1, JC
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255) · Response deadline: Wed, 04 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting offers to replace various roofs on Building 1 at the Jefferson City VA location. This is a commercial construction project falling under NAICS 236220, which covers commercial and institutional building construction. Roof replacement work in this category typically includes removing existing roofing materials, inspecting and repairing underlying structural components, installing new roofing systems, and ensuring proper drainage and weatherproofing. For VA medical facilities, this work must often be performed with minimal disruption to active clinical operations, requiring careful phasing and coordination.
See the solicitation for the specific scope of work, roof areas involved, materials specified, and any requirements for maintaining building operations during construction.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 15 |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C25526R0167 |
| NAICS | 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time |
| Place of performance | Jefferson City, Missouri (see solicitation for full address details) |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small-business set-aside. Any responsible offeror—regardless of size—may submit a bid, including large construction firms, small businesses, and veteran-owned or other socioeconomically disadvantaged firms. However, because VA facilities often involve federal healthcare environments, bidders should verify whether they meet any specialized requirements such as security clearances, experience working on active medical campuses, or specific bonding capacity. Small businesses may still compete but should be prepared to compete against larger firms on price, technical approach, and past performance.
How to put together a competitive bid
Demonstrate active-roofing experience on occupied federal or healthcare facilities. VA evaluators prioritize contractors who have successfully completed similar projects without disrupting critical operations. Document your phasing plans, after-hours work capabilities, and infection-control measures if the building houses clinical spaces.
Verify bonding capacity early. Commercial roofing projects of this scale typically require performance and payment bonds. Contact your surety to confirm your bonding capacity matches the anticipated project value.
Address weather and scheduling constraints. With a November solicitation and likely winter construction windows, explain how your crew will manage cold-weather installation for the specified roofing system and protect incomplete work.
Review VA construction specifications carefully. VA facilities frequently use Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) or VA-specific technical standards. Confirm your proposed materials and methods comply exactly—alternatives may require extensive justification.
Price strategically for full and open competition. Without a set-aside, expect aggressive pricing from larger competitors. Scrutinize the solicitation for any evaluation formula (lowest price technically acceptable, or best value) and weight your proposal accordingly. Consider subcontracting arrangements if they strengthen your technical score or reduce risk.
Next steps
Download and read the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C25526R0167. The full documents will specify the scope, evaluation criteria, contract clauses, and submission requirements. Note that offers are due November 4, 2026, by 2:00 PM Central Time—late submissions will not be considered. Register in SAM.gov and submit your offer well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →