Upgrade HVAC for Bee Lab/Headhouse in Logan, UT
SOL #: 1232SA26Q0282Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
USDA ARS AFM APD
BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, United States
Place of Performance
Logan, UT
NAICS
Plumbing (238220)
PSC
Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, And Air Circulating Equipment (J041)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 8, 2026
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Last Updated
May 18, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 5, 2026, 11:00 PM
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 Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for the Upgrade HVAC for Bee Lab/Headhouse project in Logan, UT. This Firm Fixed-Price contract is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the installation of a new HVAC system and electrical power upgrades at the Pollinating Insect-Biology Management, Systematics Research Unit at Utah State University. Quotes are due by May 5, 2026, at 1700 local time.
Scope of Work
The project involves the installation of a new HVAC system and associated electrical power upgrades. Key deliverables include:
- Installation of new HVAC system and electrical power upgrades.
- Selective demolition and reconstruction as needed.
- Provision of new Variable Speed Fans (Option Line Item). Detailed specifications and final drawings are provided as attachments.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The Notice to Proceed (NTP) will be issued upon approval of all required submittals.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors (Size Standard: $19M)
- Place of Performance: 880 East 1400 North, Logan, UT 84131.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Submission Deadline: May 5, 2026, 1700 local time.
- Submission Method: Sealed offers.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection. Quotes will be evaluated on:
- Registration and attendance at the mandatory site visit.
- Fully completed SF 1442 and acknowledgment of all amendments (including Amendment 0001).
- Fully executed SF 24 Bid Bond (20% of proposed price, not to exceed $300,000).
- Documented experience with two recent and relevant references.
- CPARS ratings (no more than 10% marginal or unsatisfactory ratings in any category).
- Required Documents: Completed SF 1442, SF 30s, SF 24 Bid Bond, and two relevant experience references. Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.
Key Dates & Actions
- Site Visit Registration Deadline: April 16, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.
- Mandatory Site Visit: April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM MST at the Pollinating Insect-Biology Management Systematics Research Unit, Logan, UT. Prime contractors must be registered to attend.
- Questions Due: April 23, 2026, 12:00 PM Mountain time. Submit via email to david.hildebrand@usda.gov, including solicitation name and number in the subject line.
- SAM.gov Registration: Prospective offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration at the time of quote submission.
Attachments
- Specifications (Attachment 1)
- Final Drawings (Attachment 2)
- Wage Determination (Attachment 3 - UT20260082)
People
Points of Contact
David HildebrandPRIMARY
Files
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