Repair of Hoop Buildings
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA National Centers for Animal Health (NCAH) in Ames, IA, is soliciting proposals for repairs to six Hoop Buildings (H1-H6) that were damaged by windstorms. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. The scope includes various structural and material repairs, as well as reporting on additional identified damage. Proposals are due by May 20, 2026, at 8:30 AM CT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor and materials for repairs to Hoop Buildings H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, and H6. Key tasks include:
- H1: Replace East end cover, install new end door, patch membrane, replace weather stripping, damaged metal siding/corner covers, wood blocks, and install new gravel bed. Inspect straps, cables, winches, bolts.
- H2: Replace damaged wood blocks, metal siding panels, and metal corner covers. Inspect straps, cables, winches, bolts.
- H3: Remove/replace end/top covers, replace weather stripping, damaged metal siding/corners. Inspect straps, cables, winches, bolts.
- H4: Replace damaged metal wall siding panels. Inspect straps, cables, winches, bolts.
- H5: Install new top cover. Inspect straps, cables, winches, bolts.
- H6: Install new saddle brackets/diagonal brace pipes, replace East exterior door, and damaged metal wall siding panels. Inspect straps, cables, winches, bolts.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Product Service Code: Y1JZ (Construction Of Miscellaneous Buildings)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: USDA NCAH, Ames, IA
- Duration: 360 days from Notice to Proceed
- Proposal Due: May 20, 2026, 8:30 AM CT (as amended)
- Published Date: May 5, 2026
Special Requirements
- Site Security: Strict access control, sign-in/out, contractor ID badges required for limited access zones. Acceptable identification is mandatory for campus entry.
- Work Hours: Regular hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday-Friday; outside hours require COR approval.
- Materials: Specific requirements for cladding membrane (Duraweave or equal) are detailed, including performance standards and installation methods.
- Submittals: Construction schedule (10 days post-award), bi-weekly status reports, manufacturer details, shop drawings, O&Ms, and warranties.
- Warranty: A three-year warranty for workmanship and materials is required.
- Wage Rates: Federal Construction Wage Rates for Story County, Iowa, apply.
Additional Notes
A site visit was held on May 5, 2026. Solicitation documents, drawings, and photos of the damaged buildings (H1, H3, H4, H5, H6) are available. A campus map is also provided for navigation.