Backflow Preventer Testing - Tomah VAMC   2

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Great Lakes Acquisition Center, is issuing a solicitation for backflow preventer testing and recertification services at the Tomah VA Medical Center in Tomah, Wisconsin. The goal of this contract is to ensure compliance with federal regulations and state codes regarding backflow prevention systems, which are critical for maintaining safe water supply systems within the facility.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for:
1. Annually testing and recertifying thirty-four existing backflow preventers located throughout the Tomah VA Medical Center campus.
2. Providing all necessary equipment, materials, labor, travel costs, and supervision for these tasks.
3. In the event of a backflow preventer failure, providing repair services not to exceed 30 hours per year at an agreed hourly rate.
4. Ensuring compliance with all applicable federal regulations, Veterans Health Administration requirements, State of Wisconsin Administrative Code SPS 382.41, and local codes.
5. Paying the state-mandated registration fee for each backflow preventer serviced.
6. Documenting labor hours expended and providing maintenance recommendations based on inspections.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a base year from November 1, 2026 to October 31, 2027, with options for two additional years.

Place of Performance
Tomah VA Medical Center, 500 E. Veterans St., Tomah, WI 54660.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must have an established business with a registered Cross Connection Control Tester as required by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (SPS). The contractor must provide proof of registration at the time of quote submission.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior contract 36C25223P0597 awarded to Bernie J. Buchner for backflow preventer testing maintenance at the Tomah VAMC, with a value of $25,241 and performance from 05/16/23 to 10/31/26. The prior work is described as backflow preventer testing maintenance, which aligns closely with the current requirement for annual testing and recertification of existing backflow preventers at the same facility, suggesting continuity of the same type of recurring compliance service.