F103--VAMHCS WATER CHEMICAL SUPPLY & SUPPORT CONTRACT 5 Year (Base plus 4 Option Years) PPVAMC, BAVAMC, LRVAMC

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking responses from entities interested in providing water chemical supply and support services for the Loch Raven, Baltimore, and Perry Point VA Medical Centers. The contract will be for a period of 5 years, with the option for 4 additional years. The contractor will be responsible for providing chemicals, consulting services, and handling of all chemicals to control corrosion, microbiological growth, scale, algae, and slime in all heat transfer equipment and associated systems. The contractor must have experience in providing cooling water, boiler water, closed system, and condensate system treatment services, and must have a laboratory facility capable of performing analytical work. The contractor will also be required to provide training to VA staff on the basics of cooling tower operation, safety, and testing and troubleshooting. Some key aspects of the job include: • Providing chemicals and consulting services to control corrosion and microbiological growth • Maintaining proper chemical concentrations and optimizing water consumption • Performing water sample tests and submitting water analysis reports • Providing training to VA staff on cooling tower operation and safety • Maintaining a laboratory facility capable of performing analytical work • Having experience in providing similar services to federal government campuses in Maryland