Z2DA--Replacement of Ceiling Kitchen Area, Building 1, Basement Project #570-26-228 Fresno, CA

This firm-fixed-price construction project involves replacing approximately 4,000 square feet of kitchen area ceiling in the basement of Building 1 at the VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, CA. The work includes demolition and the installation of new acoustical and linear metal ceilings within a 45-day performance period. The requirement is a total set-aside for verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Amendment 0001 extended the proposal deadline to July 13, 2026, and the RFI deadline to June 25, 2026, while adding a second pre-proposal site visit on June 18, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest price responsive offeror meeting all technical and administrative criteria, including mandatory SDVOSB certification. Technical requirements include adherence to master specifications, safety protocols, and a Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) that covers site-specific safety plans and infection control. The solicitation includes technical specifications, floor plans, and administrative requirements for the Building 1 basement kitchen. Amendment 0001 updated the site visit schedule and extended the RFI and proposal deadlines. Exhibits A and B provide layout details and square footage for the kitchen and surrounding infrastructure. The project requires replacing the kitchen ceiling in the Building 1 basement at the VA Central California Health Care System. Work involves demolishing existing grids and tiles and installing new components across roughly 4,000 square feet of space. The contractor provides all labor, materials, and equipment.