Increase Emergency Power

Background
The Providence, Rhode Island VA Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking construction services to enhance the emergency power system capacity for its main hospital. This initiative aims to ensure that the hospital can adequately support future expansions and renovations while maintaining operational integrity during emergencies.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Installation of two diesel generators with paralleling capability and associated distribution equipment, ensuring adequate capacity for future needs. The generators will be situated near parking lot 8, with distribution and control equipment located in the basement mechanical room of Building 1.

2. Construction of two electrical duct banks combined in a single trench from the new Control Building to Building 1 A-Wing, facilitating power distribution to both normal and emergency systems.

3. Coordination of construction activities with ongoing projects at the VAMC, ensuring compliance with Department of Veterans Affairs design manuals and technical specifications, as well as adherence to applicable codes across various disciplines including civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, fire protection, structural, and plumbing.

Period of Performance
The contract is expected to be performed over a period leading up to July 7, 2026.

Place of Performance
Providence, Rhode Island VA Medical Center.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must meet the following requirements: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Set-Aside (SDVOSBC). Contractors are required to provide bid/payment/performance bonds and possess relevant contractor licensing. All personnel involved must complete a SF85 form for security clearance prior to accessing the project site.