Renovation of a mixed-use development in Lexington, Kentucky. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a medical facility.

DESCRIPTION: This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice that requires Architect/Engineering (A/E) Design Services to Correct Boiler System Stam Safety Relief Valves at the Lexington VA Healthcare System, Sousley Division, located in Lexington, KY. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. ONLY THE A/E FIRMS RESPONDING TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT BY SUBMITTING AN SF330 PACKAGE ON TIME WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR INITIAL EVALUATION. FOLLOWING INITIAL EVALUATION OF THE A/E FIRMS AND THEIR SF330S, A SOLICITATION FOR A PRICE PROPOSAL WILL BE SENT TO THE HIGHEST TECHNICALLY RATED A/E FIRM TO PROVIDE THE TYPE OF SERVICE(S) REQUIRED. The A/E Services contract that is anticipated to be awarded will be procured in accordance with the Brooks Act (Public Law 92- 582), Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 36.6 and VA Acquisition Regulation 836.6. In accordance with FAR 36.209 Construction Contracts With Architect-Engineer Firms , no contract for the construction of a project shall be awarded to the firm that designed the project or its subsidiaries or affiliates, except with the approval of the head of the agency or authorized representative. A/E DESIGN SERVICES SCOPE SYNOPSIS: The existing boiler system is not passing safety inspections involving steam relief valves. The Lexington VA Healthcare System is seeking help to resolve the issues in accordance with VHA Directive 1810 Boiler and Boiler Plant Operations using PG18-15 Submissions Instructions. The Method of Contractor Selection has not been determined at this Time.