This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to replace old HVAC equipment and install new HVAC at the National Wildlife Research Center's Utah Field Station. The acquisition is a total small business set-aside. Quotes are requested by April 23, 2026, at 11 a. m. MT. The estimated magnitude of the project is between $25,000 and $100,000. A payment bond will be required within 10 days of award. A site visit is scheduled for April 8, 2026, at 10 a. m. MT. Quotes will be evaluated using the lowest price, technically acceptable approach. Questions are due by April 17, 2026, at 11 a. m. MT.
The contractor will be required to complete the entire work ready for use not later than 45 days after notice to proceed.
The bid notice mentions progress payments for commercial construction contracts, with approved requests generally paid within 14 days of submittal. A payment bond will be required within 10 days of award.
Quotes will be evaluated using the lowest price, technically acceptable approach.
A responsible quoter will have the ability to comply with the required delivery or performance schedule, taking into consideration other business commitments, and will have a satisfactory record of performance and integrity, a satisfactory safety and environmental record, satisfactory references, and the necessary facilities, equipment, materials, personnel, organization, experience, technical skills, and financial resources to fulfill the terms of the resultant contract.
A site visit is scheduled for April 8, 2026, at 10 a. m. MT.
The bid notice mentions an agency protest process through the USDA Ombudsman Program, with a goal to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing. Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR ****.
The estimated magnitude of this project is between $25,000 and $100,000.
