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How to bid on replacing domestic water valves for the VA in Aurora, Colorado
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to replace or install approximately 30 domestic water isolation valves at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado. This project aims to improve the facility's ability to control water flow to individual buildings by installing shutoff valves on domestic cold water, domestic hot water, and domestic hot water recirculation pipes.
This construction opportunity is estimated to be worth between $250,000 and $500,000. It falls under NAICS code 238220, which has a small business size standard of $19 million. This project is a 100% set-aside for verified, VIP-listed Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a presolicitation notice. A Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be posted around August 3, 2026. The deadline for this presolicitation notice is August 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. This deadline is for the RFI stage, which means the agency is gathering information before issuing the formal RFP.
For the formal RFP, offers will be solicited only from VIP-listed VOSBs, including VIP-listed SDVOSBs. Offers received from entities not VIP-listed at the time of offer submission will not be considered. Any award will be made only to a VIP-listed VOSB that is eligible at the time of offer submission and at the time of award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for construction firms that are verified, VIP-listed Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The project involves plumbing and mechanical work related to water supply systems, so firms with experience in installing and replacing domestic water valves in commercial or institutional settings are well-suited.
To be eligible, your firm must be both visible and verified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) certification database at the time of offer submission. Failure to meet this requirement will result in your proposal being deemed non-compliant. If you have not already done so, contact the SBA to obtain verification of your SDVOSB status.
How to respond
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Remember, this is a presolicitation notice. The formal Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected around August 3, 2026. You will need to respond to that RFP once it is released.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Given this is a set-aside for SDVOSBs, ensure your firm's verification status is current and visible in the SBA certification database. This is a mandatory requirement for your offer to be considered. Begin or confirm your verification process well in advance of the RFP deadline.
Review the expected RFP carefully once it is released. Pay close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications, and any specific requirements for valve types or installation methods. Highlight your firm's relevant experience with similar plumbing or mechanical system upgrades, especially in healthcare or large facility environments. Clearly demonstrate your capacity to handle a project of this magnitude, which is between $250,000 and $500,000.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Veterans Affairs, Department of; the original posting controls.