The job at a glance
| Solicitation number | 36C10F26R0085 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| Office | Office of Construction & Facilities Mgmt (36C10F) |
| Where | Marion, Illinois |
| Posted | November 2, 2026 |
| Bids due | November 20, 2026, 1:00 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Who can bid | Service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses only |
| Industry | Building construction & renovation (NAICS 236220) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Contracting contact | Charles (Chuck) Boswell · Charles.Boswell@va.gov |
| Official notice | View on SAM.gov → |
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From the notice
The Office of Construction and Facilities Management (CFM) has a need to improve seismic conditions at the Marion VAMC in Illinois. The contractor shall provide all planning, labor, materials, equipment, supervision and expertise required for the complete construction of the new boiler plant (Building 14) as well as the demolition and removal of the existing plant, both of which reside on the grounds of the VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Marion, IL. The contractor shall refer to the Project #657-507, Correct Seismic Deficiencies B14 plans and specifications for details on all requirements of construction. All work will be performed in accordance with this SOW, the project documents as well as all applicable local, State, Federal and VA codes and standards. 19 OCT 2026 The purpose of this update is to add directions for the 20 OCT 2026 site visit. See attached strip map word doc 22 OCT 2026…
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What you'll need to bid
- The bid form. Construction jobs usually use the SF-1442: your company details, your price, the amendments you acknowledge, and a signature.
- Active SAM.gov registration. Free from the government, and it must be active before award. It can take a few weeks, so start early (how to register).
- Acknowledgment of every amendment (SF-30). Missing one is the most common reason a good offer gets thrown out.
- Prices that respect the wage rules. Federal construction over $2,000 pays at least the Davis-Bacon rates in the attached wage determination.
- Past performance and a short technical write-up, if the notice asks for them (no past performance yet?).
- Bonds if the job is large. Federal construction over $150,000 needs payment and performance bonds, and often a bid bond (SF-24).
Always check the notice itself: the instructions in the solicitation win over any general rule.
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