Bid guide
How to bid on replacing MDP panels for the VA in Leavenworth
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is looking for electrical contractors to replace Main Distribution Panels (MDP) in Buildings 88 and 89 at the Leavenworth VAMC in Kansas. This project is estimated to cost between $1 million and $5 million, with a performance period of 365 days after the Notice to Proceed.
This is a significant opportunity for electrical contractors to work with the VA on a substantial infrastructure upgrade. The VA is currently gathering information from interested businesses to help plan the formal solicitation.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Sources Sought announcement, meaning the VA is gathering information before issuing a formal solicitation. Your capability statement must be submitted by October 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM CDT. The VA anticipates issuing the formal solicitation around October 25, 2025.
The deadline for this RFI is for submitting your capability statement. This helps the VA understand the market and potential bidders. Missing this deadline means your company's capabilities will not be considered during this initial information-gathering phase.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for experienced electrical contractors (NAICS code 238210) with the capacity to handle projects between $1 million and $5 million. Firms with a strong track record in similar large-scale electrical infrastructure replacement projects will be well-positioned.
The VA is particularly interested in understanding your firm's ability to perform work of this magnitude and complexity, including your bonding capability and past performance on comparable projects.
How to respond
To respond, you need to submit a capability statement via email to [email protected]. Your submission should clearly reference RFI # 36C25526Q0015 and the project title: 589A6-24-410 REPLACE MDP PANELS BLDG 88-89, Leavenworth.
The capability statement is limited to 10 pages and must include your company's contact information, interest in bidding, capability to perform, comparable work examples (1-3 within the last 5 years), CVE certification if applicable, socio-economic status for NAICS 238210, percentage of self-performed labor, joint venture information if applicable, bonding capability letter from your surety, and a letter from your insurance company identifying your Experience Modification Rate (EMR).
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Focus on demonstrating your firm's direct experience with replacing main distribution panels or similar complex electrical system upgrades. Clearly articulate how your past projects align with the scope and magnitude of this VA requirement.
Ensure your capability statement is concise and directly addresses all requested information within the 10-page limit. Highlight your bonding capacity and insurance EMR as these are key indicators of your firm's financial stability and safety record. If you are a Veteran-owned business, ensure your CVE certification is noted. Remember to be registered in SAM and have your ORCA completed.
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.