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VA Hospital in North Las Vegas Seeks Contractor to Upgrade Building Entrances U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors to upgrade the entrance doors at Buildings 6 and 7 at the VA SOUTHERN NEVADA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM (VASNHS) in North Las Vegas, Nevada. Project Description: Replace existing dual automatic sliding doors with a combination sliding and swinging door system. Install automated openers, sensors/controls, card readers, and associated concrete and wall repairs. Install protective canopies at Building 6 entrance with extended concrete walkway. Install a new concrete gutter to divert rainwater. Contractor Responsibilities: Furnish and install all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision for the project. Follow VA construction specifications and construction drawings. Ensure doors comply with life safety measures for egress. https://lnkd.in/grdWhtJR #doors #construction #AE #Renovation #Building #DesignBuild Society of American Military Engineers #Design #Architect #Engineer #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation

VA Boston Seeks Contractor to Replace Boilers and Upgrade Controls The VA Boston Healthcare System is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for a design-bid-build project to replace boilers and upgrade controls at their Central Boiler Plant. Project Scope: Replace existing boilers at the Central #BoilerPlant Upgrade boiler plant controls. General construction, demolition, modification, and renovation may be required. Respond by: May 27, 2024, at 4:00 PM EDT Location: BOSTON VAMC - West Roxbury, Boston, MA 02132 NAICS Code: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors Magnitude of Construction: $50,000,000 to $100,000,000 https://lnkd.in/enbqRxip #VABoston #BoilerReplacement #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation #construction #Renovation #Building #demolition Society of American Military Engineers #Design #Architect #Engineer #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement #hvac #buildingmaintenance #buildingautomation #buildingcontrol #boiler #facilitiesmaintenance University of Massachusetts Amherst

VA Buffalo Seeks Contractors for Parking Ramp Expansion U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is looking for qualified construction companies to build a minor expansion to the parking ramp at the VA MEDICAL CENTER - BUFFALO. Project Details: Add two new levels to the existing three-level parking structure. Build a new stair tower with two elevators. Reconfigure adjacent parking, drop off, and roadway areas. The estimated project value is between $10 million and $20 million. Contract Type: Competitive, firm-fixed-price contract using the design-bid-build approach (final specifications and drawings will be provided). NAICS code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) Respond by June 11, 2024 https://lnkd.in/eZr9Vzb8 #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation #construction #AE #Renovation #Building #DesignBuild #designbidbuild Society of American Military Engineers #Design #Architect #Engineer #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement #medicalbuilding #medicalconstruction Empire APEX Accelerator

Potential Construction Project at Topeka VA Medical Center U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify qualified construction companies for a project to build an outpatient mental health addition at the Topeka Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Topeka, Kansas. Project Description: Construct approximately 9,595 square feet of new outpatient mental health space. Renovate approximately 4,000 square feet of existing space in Building 2. Construction will include general construction, abatement, alterations, concrete, steel, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, millwork, and interior finishes. Procurement Method: Competitive, firm-fixed-price contract using the design-bid-build approach (final specifications and drawings will be provided). NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) Project Magnitude: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000 Size Standard: $45.0 million or less Estimated Project Duration: 365 days from Notice to Proceed https://lnkd.in/e5TbeWcu #construction #AE #Renovation #Building #DesignBuild Society of American Military Engineers #Design #Architect #Engineer #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement #medicalbuilding #medicalconstruction #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation Kansas APEX Accelerator (formerly Kansas PTAC)

VA Seeks Contractor to Build Parking Garage at Oklahoma City VAMC (Sources Sought) U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC), is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for the construction of a new parking garage at the OKLAHOMA CITY VAMC Project Description: Construct a new parking garage (#2) along the northeast edge of the Oklahoma City VAMC campus. Reconfigure the main entrance and adjacent parking areas. Eligibility: This project is a total small business set-aside. The size standard for this project is based on NAICS code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $45.0 million. Response Requirements: Interested contractors should submit a capabilities statement by April 24, 2024 https://lnkd.in/etEAWtrE #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation #construction #AE #Renovation #Building #DesignBuild Society of American Military Engineers #Design #Architect #Engineer #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement Oklahoma APEX Accelerator

VA Boise Seeks Contractor for Mechanical Space Asbestos Removal U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to find qualified contractors to remove asbestos-containing dust from a mechanical space at the Boise VA Medical Center. Project Details: Remove asbestos-containing dust from a 960 square foot mechanical space attached to an unoccupied basement corridor. Dispose of the asbestos-containing dust in accordance with applicable regulations. The project is expected to take place between July 15, 2024, and September 14, 2024. NAICS code: 562910 Remediation Services The contract type is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract. Requirements: Workers removing the asbestos must be certified asbestos abatement workers, supervised by a certified asbestos abatement supervisor, as required by regulations. HEPA vacuums or wet methods must be used to remove the asbestos-containing materials. Dry sweeping and compressed air are prohibited. The room must be cleaned to pass an aggressive air clearance. https://lnkd.in/eSp_Dxw4 @U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation #construction #AE #Renovation #Building #DesignBuild Society of American Military Engineers #asbestos #abatement #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement #medicalbuilding #medicalconstruction Idaho Apex Accelerator

Togus VAMC Seeks Architect and Engineering Services for Security Upgrades at CBOCs The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - TOGUS VA MEDICAL CENTER in Maine is conducting market research to identify qualified Architect and Engineering (A/E) firms to provide design services for security upgrades at their Bangor and Lewiston CBOC locations. Project Scope: Develop separate design plans for each CBOC location. Update floor plans and create new ones (as existing plans are inaccurate). Design and specify installations for: Speakers Door modifications Lock upgrades PIV access readers Consider minimizing demolition and construction impacts. https://lnkd.in/e6jRiDNi #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation #construction #AE #Renovation #Building #DesignBuild Society of American Military Engineers #Design #Architect #Engineer #buildingmaintenance #facilitymanagement #facilitiesmaintenance #facilitiesmanagement EMDC's Maine APEX Accelerator (PTAC)

Upcoming Underground Utilities Services IDIQ Sources Sought notice at Joint Base MDL, NJ 08641 posted on Sam.gov and is identified by: Notice ID: FA4484_JB_MDL_FY25_Underground_Utilities NAICS Code: 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Total Small Business Set-Aside With responses due Friday, October 4, 2024 by 3PM EDT. By responding, the contracting office’s market research report will confirm that you are interested and then form their acquisition strategy moving forward with the response data. Description: The 787th Civil Engineer Squadron located at JBMDL, NJ is seeking information pursuant to FAR PART 10, in support of Market Research to identify potential sources for work consistent of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, fuel, supervision, and permits required for the replacement, repair, and improvement of the Underground Utilities on Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst. For the full requirement description, use SAM.Gov Contract Opportunities and type FA4484_JB_MDL_FY25_Underground_Utilities into the search bar. This is NOT a Request for Proposal and does not constitute any commitment by the Government. Responses to this sources sought notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested sources must respond to future solicitation announcements separately from responses to this sources sought. In the event adequate Small Business contractors are not available for adequate competition for this project, it may be advertised as unrestricted. Information shall be provided via email to: william.kearns.4@us.af.mil, Contracting Specialist dana.wright.6@us.af.mil, Contracting Officer

VA Seeks Contractors for Re-Baseline Asbestos Survey at Orlando VA Healthcare System U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ORLANDO VA HEALTHCARE CENTER is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for a re-baseline #asbestos survey. Project Details: Location: Orlando VA Healthcare System, Orlando, FL 32803-8208 NAICS Code: 562910 (Remediation Services) Respond by June 10 Additional Information: The contractor must be licensed to operate in Florida. The response should include feedback on how the company will accomplish the survey, industry standards, and timeframe for completion. Contractors can also submit any past or current contracts for similar projects and other evidence of their qualifications. https://lnkd.in/eEwT7Jmc #remediation #environmental #SourcesSoughtNotice #SmallBiz #GovCon #VOSB #SDVOSB #VetsFirst #VAVetsFirst #SetAside #MarketResearch #RequestForInformation Florida APEX Accelerator

Rochdale is a significant hub for #manufacturing and #innovation, with a forward-looking approach that includes major initiatives like Atom Valley and The Centre of Expertise in Advanced Materials and Sustainability (CEAMS). Atom Valley is a mayoral development zone encompassing #Bury, #Rochdale, and #Oldham, envisioned as a region rich in innovation and research, with plans for 17 million square feet of versatile employment space, 20,000 skilled jobs, and 7,000 new homes. CEAMS acts as a conduit between academic research and commercial application, assisting businesses in advanced materials by addressing challenges, innovating processes, adopting new materials, and re-using existing ones. By providing access to world-class expertise through the project partners, CEAMS helps businesses enhance product efficiency and innovation, fostering a community of advanced materials businesses in and around Rochdale. These initiatives underscore Rochdale's commitment to fostering a robust manufacturing sector and a sustainable, innovation-driven future. There is a great article from Make UK on future jobs driven by Industry 4.0 and technologies including #automation, #AI and digital innovations. The opportunities are huge, but what are the barriers and what does UK and its manufacturers need to do to leverage these technologies. Talking skills, training and leadership pipeline you can read the full article here - Manufacturing - Future jobs and digitalisation | Rochdale Development Agency (investinrochdale.co.uk) #ThisIsRochdale #ukmfg #ind4 CPI Henry Royce Institute The University of Manchester MTC - Manufacturing Technology Centre National Composites Centre High Value Manufacturing Catapult National Physical Laboratory (NPL) The University of Sheffield AMRC Greater Manchester Combined Authority Innovate UK Alison Salas MCIM Levi Rickell Neil Eccles Michelle McHugh Carol Hopkins Lindsay Noble Hurst Nicola Walker Nick Dale