Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0393
USDA ARS Boiler and Water Heater Replacement at Marshfield, WI Laboratory
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
March 31, 2026
Respond By
April 17, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0393
NAICS
238220
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a contractor for the replacement of boilers and water heaters at its EIDMRU Lab in Marshfield, WI. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division - EIDMRU Lab, Marshfield, WI - Products Requested: - Three (3) 2,000 MBH high-efficiency condensing boilers - Three (3) boiler circulation pumps with triple duty valves, isolation valves, and strainers - Two (2) hot water system pumps with triple duty valves, isolation valves, and strainers - Two (2) variable frequency drives (VFDs) for hot water system pumps - One (1) expansion tank and associated piping - One (1) glycol feed system and associated piping - One (1) 199,000 BTU domestic water heater and associated piping/venting - Insulation for hot water and domestic water supply/return piping - Three (3) electrical circuits and circuit breakers for boilers - Two (2) emergency stops as required by code - Starters and disconnects for pumps and VFDs (reuse and new installations) - Extension of concrete pads or bases for boilers - Services Requested: - Shutdown, removal, and disposal of existing equipment - Installation and integration of new systems, including BACnet controls integration, balancing, factory startup, and owner training - Project management, coordination, and compliance with OSHA and USDA access requirements - Unique Requirements: - Total small business set-aside under NAICS 238220 - Compliance with OSHA standards, USDA Linc Pass access, performance/payment bonds - Factory startup and one-year warranty - Submission of detailed technical approach and past performance references - No specific OEMs or brands are named; contractors may propose suitable high-efficiency condensing boilers and water heaters. - Place of Performance and Delivery: - USDA-ARS EIDMRU Lab, 2615 Yellowstone Drive, Marshfield, WI 54449 - Contracting office: USDA ARS Acquisition and Property Division, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Beltsville, MD 20705 - Period of Performance: - Work to be completed within 160 calendar days, between June and September, during normal business hours.
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0393 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for boiler and water heater replacement.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238220. The small business size standard is $19M. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.