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4610--Replace Water Softener 539-26-503

Department of Veterans Affairs · 250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)
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Solicitation details

Solicitation number
36C25026R0094
Notice type
Presolicitation
NAICS
238220
Product service code
4610
Set-aside
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
Posted
2026-08-23
Response deadline
Aug 26, 2026, 5:30 PM UTC
Contracting contact
patrice.richardson-scott@va.gov

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Statement of work, as posted

The intention of this notice is to obtain a full demolition of the existing water softener and replacement with a new basis-of-design Culligan CSM 540-3 ASME Duplex Water Softener System. This includes: Complete demolition/removal of existing softener tanks, brine tank, valves, piping, and controls Rigging and placement of new softener system All new mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work Integration of new softener with existing domestic water and mechanical systems System testing, startup coordination with Culligan, commissioning, and staff training All work shall comply with the requirements of VA Master Spec 22 31 11, related VA sections, and the equipment manufacturer s requirements.

Contact

Point of contact
Patrice Scott
Role
the contracting officer
Email
patrice.richardson-scott@va.gov
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