Summary
This Special Notice (Notice ID 36C24126Q0472, issued by VA NCO 01) is a recap of the May 13, 2026 Industry Day for project 631-19-002 'Upgrade Steam Distribution System Phase II' at the VA Maine Healthcare System campus in Togus, Maine. The recap documents VA responses to industry questions covering construction phasing, temporary heating, swing spaces, asbestos handling, MEP coordination, non-destructive testing, and hydronic conversion/value engineering considerations for the upcoming solicitation. It is intended to inform prospective contractors about the anticipated late Q3/Q4 FY2026 solicitation for upgrading the steam distribution network serving multiple campus buildings via phased demolition, replacement, and BMS integration work.