How to bid on masonry and structural repairs for the VA in Salisbury, NC

What the VA is buying and why it matters

The Department of Veterans Affairs needs masonry and structural repairs at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina. This project involves exterior wall maintenance and repair for seven campus buildings.

The work includes brick repointing, lintel repairs, expansion joint replacement, brick cleaning, painting, sealant replacement, and other related masonry tasks. All construction will take place outside occupied buildings, requiring adherence to safety and infection control measures. The base schedule is 270 days, with options to reduce it to 180 days.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 21, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in masonry repair, structural maintenance, and exterior building refurbishment. Vendors should be familiar with working on government or institutional campuses, especially those with specific safety and infection control requirements.

The project involves phased construction and various bid items, including deduct alternates, which may appeal to firms capable of managing complex scopes of work and offering flexible solutions.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation documents, click the “View original source” link. 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 documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the entire scope of work, including all drawings and specifications, to understand the full extent of the masonry and structural repairs needed for each of the seven buildings. Pay close attention to the phased construction requirements and the details of each bid item and alternate.

Clearly address how your firm will meet the safety and infection control requirements, especially since work occurs outside occupied buildings. Highlight your experience with similar projects, particularly those involving active medical facilities or campuses. Ensure your proposal clearly outlines your approach to managing the project within the specified timelines, considering the base schedule and the various alternate options.