Tri-Annual Testing Togus VAMC Augusta, ME 04330

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Togus VAMC in Augusta, ME, is seeking vendors capable of providing maintenance, inspection, and testing services for the Electrical Power Distribution System. This requirement is part of the VA's mission to ensure the safety and reliability of electrical systems critical to hospital operations. The goal is to maintain compliance with applicable codes and standards while minimizing disruption to hospital services.

Work Details
The contractor will perform tri-annual testing on various electrical components including electrical panels, transformers, switches (both fused and non-fused), generators, and automatic transfer switches. The work must adhere to the International Electrical Testing Association (NETA) Maintenance and Testing Specifications and comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC). Key tasks include:

- Verifying total quantities of components
- Conducting inspections and tests after hours or on weekends due to operational requirements
- Coordinating power outages with a four-week notice to the VA COR
- Submitting detailed reports post-testing.

The contractor must also provide a quality control plan, safety procedures, and documentation for all work performed. Specific equipment to be tested includes switchgear assemblies, grounding systems, emergency systems like generators and transfer switches, among others.

Period of Performance
The contract period of performance is 90 days from the date of award.

Place of Performance
All work will be conducted at the Togus VAMC located at 1 VA Center, Augusta, ME 04330.