How to bid on Triennial Electrical Maintenance for the VA in New Orleans

What the VA is buying and why it matters

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs triennial system testing for the entire electrical distribution system at three facilities in Southeast Louisiana. These locations include the New Orleans VA Medical Center, the St. John VA Clinic in Reserve, and the Hammond VA Clinic. The work ensures a clean, safe, functional, and compliant environment for Veterans, visitors, and staff.

This opportunity is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). This means only SDVOSBs can compete for this contract. The NAICS code is 238210, Electrical Contractor and other Wiring Installation Contractors, with a $19 million size standard.

Key dates and deadlines

A site visit is scheduled for July 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST).

Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email by July 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. The site visit and question deadline will not be extended.

Quotes are due electronically by August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. Only electronic quotes will be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) that specialize in electrical contracting and wiring installation. Firms with experience in triennial electrical system testing, particularly in healthcare or large facility environments, would be well-suited.

The contract involves work at multiple locations in Southeast Louisiana, so a vendor with the capacity to manage projects across these sites is ideal. The NAICS code 238210, with its $19 million size standard, indicates this opportunity is for established small businesses in the electrical contracting field.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.

All questions and concerns must be submitted via email to [email protected] by July 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. Phone calls will not be accepted.

Submit your electronic quote to [email protected] by August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. Only electronic quotes will be considered.

Tips for a competitive response

Attend the scheduled site visit on July 16, 2026. This is your chance to understand the scope of work firsthand and ask clarifying questions. Even if you submit questions via email, attending the site visit can provide valuable context.

Ensure your company is properly registered as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and that your status is current. This is a 100% set-aside, so eligibility is critical.

Carefully review all solicitation documents, including any amendments and clauses. Pay close attention to the specific requirements for triennial electrical system testing as outlined in VHA Directive 1028. Your quote should clearly demonstrate your ability to meet these requirements.

Submit your quote well before the August 31, 2026, deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues with electronic submission. Double-check that your email includes all required attachments and information.