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How to bid on Boiler Repair for Hudson Valley VAHCS - Montrose Campus
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Hudson Valley VA Healthcare System needs a mechanical contractor to perform repairs and maintenance on Boiler #2 at its Montrose, New York campus. This project involves replacing the Webster burner assembly and controls, replacing refractory, installing atomization piping and a propane header, replacing the oxygen sensor, cleaning the boiler tubes, and painting the boiler.
This is a total small business set-aside opportunity, meaning only small businesses can compete. It is categorized under NAICS 238220, which is for plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors. This is a chance for small mechanical contractors to secure a government contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 03, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quote is August 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All required documents and pricing must be submitted by this time.
The period of performance for this contract will run from the date of award through January 31, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small business mechanical contractors specializing in boiler repair, maintenance, and installation. Firms with experience in replacing burner assemblies, refractory work, piping installation, sensor replacement, and boiler cleaning and painting will be well-suited.
The NAICS code for this procurement is 238220, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million. Your firm must meet this size standard to be eligible.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and prepare your response, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. Click the 'View original source' link provided to open the opportunity.
If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all attached documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) attached to the solicitation to understand all specific requirements for each line item, including furnishing and installing the new burner, replacing refractory, and all other services. Ensure your quote addresses every service listed.
Pay close attention to the instructions for offerors, specifically FAR 52.212-1 and its addendum, as well as FAR 52.219-1 regarding small business program representations. Accurately complete all required representations to confirm your eligibility as a small business. Clearly itemize your pricing for each service as requested in the solicitation.
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.