How to bid on Drop Ceiling Demo, Disinfect and Replace at the Brooklyn VA Medical Center

What the VA is buying and why it matters

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor to perform demolition, disinfection, and replacement of drop ceilings at the Brooklyn VA Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. This project involves removing damaged ceiling materials, cleaning and disinfecting the spaces above the ceilings, and installing new acoustical ceiling tiles across approximately 7,000 square feet.

The estimated value of this construction work is between $25,000 and $100,000. For a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), this represents a direct opportunity to work with the VA on a necessary facility upgrade, contributing to the upkeep of a medical center serving veterans.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on August 28, 2026. A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST at the Brooklyn VA Medical Center, Building 4 Engineering Office. This is the only site visit allowed, and attendance is strongly encouraged.

All questions and requests for information (RFIs) must be submitted in writing via email by August 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. The final deadline for submitting your quotation is September 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Quotes must be emailed to [email protected]. Submissions to any other email address will not be considered. The work must be completed within 30 calendar days from the date you receive the Notice to Proceed.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is set aside 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). To be eligible, your firm must be registered and active in SAM.gov with a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and verified as an SDVOSB in the SBA certification search portal at the time of quote submission. Only offers from firms meeting these requirements will be considered.

The project falls under NAICS Code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $45.0 million, and Product Service Code Y1DA (Construction of Hospitals and Infirmaries). This is suitable for construction firms with experience in interior demolition, cleaning, and ceiling installation, particularly those familiar with healthcare facility environments.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details and documents for this solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Your quotation, along with any acknowledgments of amendments, must be submitted via email to [email protected] by the deadline. Ensure your firm meets all SDVOSB eligibility requirements before submitting your quote.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure your quote fully addresses all requirements for labor, materials, equipment, supervision, transportation, and disposal services. Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, accurately estimate all costs.

Attend the mandatory pre-bid site visit to gain a clear understanding of the existing conditions and potential challenges. This will help you prepare a more accurate and competitive quote. Pay close attention to the Davis-Bacon Act requirements, including certified payroll reporting, as this is a construction project.

Highlight your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those in sensitive environments like medical facilities. Emphasize your ability to meet the 30-calendar-day performance schedule. Ensure all required registrations and certifications, particularly your SDVOSB status, are current and verifiable.