J061--Building 65 Switch 1 Repair at VAMC Central Western MA

AMENDMENT NO. 2
SOLICITATION NO. 36C24126Q0671
DATE: 8/3/2026
This amendment is issued to inform all interested vendors of the following changes to the solicitation:
1. Inclusion of Electrical One-Line Diagram
The solicitation is updated to include the attached medium-voltage electrical one-line diagram (Campus Electrical online working copy.pdf 12.23.25), which provides a comprehensive overview of the site s electrical distribution system. Vendors are advised to review this diagram for details on system configuration, isolation points, and load connections.
2. Responses to Request for Information (RFI):
Switch 1 s Upstream Source, Isolation Points, and Downstream Loads:
Please see the attached Switch 1 diagram for its upstream source and isolation points. Downstream loads include B65 breaker, SW2, and TR15 (1500KVA 13.8KV TO 480/277V).
Alternate, Emergency, or Potential Backfeed Sources:
Building 15 (B15) is equipped with an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and generator, providing emergency and alternate power sources.
Responsibility for Operating Upstream Medium-Voltage Equipment (Switching, LOTO, Grounding, Restoration):
As stated in the Statement of Work (SOW), the contractor is responsible for all switching and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, including grounding and restoration of upstream medium-voltage equipment. VA personnel will not perform these operations.
Arc-Flash Information, Protective-Device Settings, and Outage Impact:
All arc-flash values, protective-device settings, and outage-impact details must be verified in the field. For planning purposes, assume arc-flash values are less than or equal to 40 Cal/cm².
VA Electrical-Shop Support During Shutdown:
VA electrical-shop support will not be available during the shutdown.
3. Extension for Due Date of Quotes
The due date for the submission of quotes has been extended.
New Due Date: August 5, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM EST
4. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. Vendors are reminded to review all aspects of the solicitation and consider this amendment when preparing their responses.

Point of Contact

• Juliette Buchanan — juliette.buchanan@va.gov — 401-273-7100

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