J048--NEW - Energy Center Steam Header& Boilers valves, gaskets, and vent replacement
Sources Sought · Department of Veterans Affairs · Responses due Nov 9, 2026
J048--NEW - Energy Center Steam Header& Boilers valves, gaskets, and vent replacement is a sources sought notice posted on SAM.gov by Department of Veterans Affairs (257-Network Contract Office 17 (36c257)) on Oct 30, 2026, under NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors). It is set aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14). Responses are due Nov 9, 2026.
- Notice type
- Sources Sought
- Office
- Veterans Affairs, Department of / 257-Network Contract Office 17 (36c257)
- Solicitation number
- 36C25727Q0078
- Industry (NAICS)
- 238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
- Place of performance
- Not stated
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Responses due
- Nov 9, 2026 (8 days left)
The full description, attachments and response instructions are on SAM.gov: read this notice on SAM.gov. To respond you need an active SAM.gov registration, which is free.
What this sources sought notice means
A sources sought notice is market research: the agency asks which businesses could do the work before it decides how to buy it. Your answer can persuade the contracting officer to set the contract aside for small businesses. Responding is not a bid, but it can decide whether the contract is set aside for small businesses.
- Check that your business is small under the size standard for this NAICS code.
- Answer each question in the notice, within its page limit.
- Include your UEI, CAGE code, size status, certifications and relevant past performance.
- Attach a short capability statement and email it to the contact named on SAM.gov before the response date.
Who wins HVAC and plumbing government contracts
Federal agencies obligated $3.2B on contracts under NAICS 238220 from FY2024 to FY2026, including $1B in FY2026. The largest contractors in this industry, possible competitors or teaming partners for this bid:
- North State Mechanical Inc: $60.2M
- Blueway One JV LLC: $48.9M
- Aktarius LLC: $46.6M
- Jett'S Specialty Contracting, LLC: $42.8M
- Consigli Construction Co., Inc.: $40.4M
Recent HVAC and plumbing contract awards
| Start date | Recipient | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Multistack LLC | Department of StateMULTISTACK CHILLER PM SERVICE CONTRACT-7901 SRVC | $19,378 | 19GB5026C0003 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Apex Pro Services LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityTO PROCURE HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY REGION IX, PACIFIC AREA OFFICE, 546 BONNEY LOOP, BUILDING 520, FORT SHAFTER | $24,489 | 70FBR926P00000031 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Meptek Muhendislik Taahhut Ticaret Limited Sirketi | Department of StateHVAC SYSTEM | $659,524 | 19GE5026F0526 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Sam Logistics and Supplies Inc | Department of StatePURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF FAN COIL UNITS | $49,520 | 19TX1026P0395 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Willco-Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Heating, Acquisition LLC | Department of AgricultureGREY TOWERS HISTORICAL SITE HVAC SERVICES. | $6,950 | 12444326P0057 |
VA contract spending
The Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $229B on contracts from FY2024 to FY2026. Its largest contractors were Optum Public Sector Solutions, Inc., McKesson Corporation, Triwest Healthcare Alliance Corp. What it buys most: direct health and medical insurance carriers, pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing, offices of physicians (except mental health specialists).
See Department of Veterans Affairs contracts: top contractors, what it buys and recent awards.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the response deadline for 36C25727Q0078?
- Responses are due Nov 9, 2026. Always confirm the date and time zone in the notice on SAM.gov, since agencies sometimes extend deadlines with an amendment.
- Who can respond to J048--NEW - Energy Center Steam Header& Boilers valves, gaskets, and vent replacement?
- This notice is set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) certified by the SBA. You also need an active SAM.gov registration, which is free.
- Who usually wins HVAC and plumbing government contracts?
- Under NAICS 238220, the largest federal contractors from FY2024 to FY2026 were North State Mechanical Inc ($60.2M), Blueway One JV LLC ($48.9M), Aktarius LLC ($46.6M).
Source: SAM.gov Contract Opportunities, last checked Nov 1, 2026. Independent website. Not affiliated with any government agency.