Bid guide
How to bid on Project 538-18-101 Improve Water System - Legionella for the VA
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor for Project 538-18-101, which involves improving the domestic water system at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center in Chillicothe, Ohio. This project focuses on demolishing existing components and constructing new improvements to address Legionella concerns.
This is a significant construction opportunity, with a project magnitude estimated between $5 million and $10 million. The VA will evaluate bids primarily on price, making it important for contractors to submit competitive offers.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 05, 2026. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 12:30 PM EST. Questions should be emailed to Stanley Burdine at [email protected].
The final deadline for submitting bids is September 04, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET. Bids must be inserted into the appropriate blocks on the SF 1442 Block 17 Continuation sheet, which is part of the solicitation documents.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in water system demolition and improvement projects. The NAICS code for this project is 236220, with a business size standard of $45 million. The solicitation is unrestricted, meaning it is open to full and open competition from all qualified bidders.
To be eligible for an award, all bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and verified in the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Dynamic Small Business Search at the time of offer submission and award.
How to access and respond to the solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. A free account may be required to view documents, though not for all bids.
Once you have the documents, carefully review the SF 1442 Block 17 Continuation sheet and insert your bid(s) as instructed. Remember to submit any questions by the August 20, 2026 deadline to the provided email address.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this project will be evaluated on price, ensure your bid is as competitive as possible while still allowing for quality work. Thoroughly review all project requirements and specifications to accurately estimate costs and avoid any omissions that could lead to unexpected expenses.
Pay close attention to the instructions for submitting bids on the SF 1442 form. Any deviation from the specified format or submission method could result in your bid being rejected. Also, confirm your SAM registration and SBA Dynamic Small Business Search verification are active and up-to-date well before the deadline.
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.