Opportunity

SAM #1232SA26Q0505

USDA ARS Solicitation for Duct Replacement, HVAC Cleaning, and Mold Remediation at Kearneysville, WV

Buyer

ARS APD

Posted

April 21, 2026

Respond By

May 18, 2026

Identifier

1232SA26Q0505

NAICS

562910, 238210, 238220

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking small business contractors to provide comprehensive duct replacement, HVAC cleaning, and mold remediation services at the Appalachian Fruit Research Station in Kearneysville, West Virginia. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Appalachian Fruit Research Station - Scope of Work: - Replacement and cleaning of HVAC ductwork, including mold-compromised lined ductwork - Cleaning of all air handling units (AHUs), supply air diffusers, return air grilles, and registers - Mold remediation services, including containment, cleaning, removal, and disposal of contaminated materials - Installation of new ductwork, piping, controls, and associated HVAC components - Installation of thermal insulation for mechanical systems per ASHRAE 90.2 - Construction management and on-site superintendence - Key Products and Equipment: - Air Handling Units (6 units) - Exhaust and Supply Fans (10 units) - Makeup Air Unit (1 unit) - Air Terminals (7 units) - Supply and Exhaust VAV Terminal Boxes (19 units total) - Cooling Towers (2 units) - Backflow Preventers (4 units) - Heat Exchangers (2 units) - Condensate Return Units (4 units) - Electric and Steam Unit Heaters (16 units total) - Pumps (8 units) - Clean Steam Generators (3 units) - Humidifiers (4 units) - Disinfectants, biocides, fungicidal agents (EPA-registered) - Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Dehumidifiers, HEPA-filtered air filtration units, and vacuum cleaners - Metal ductwork, duct insulation systems, and duct access doors - Air distribution devices (registers, grilles, diffusers) - Notable Requirements: - All HVAC cleaning must be performed by NADCA-certified contractors - Mold remediation must be supervised by certified microbial remediation supervisors - Compliance with OSHA, USDA security, and federal labor/safety laws - Work must be performed after normal business hours and in phases to avoid research disruption - Mandatory site visit for offerors - Detailed technical approach and experience documentation required - No specific OEMs or part numbers are listed; contractors may propose suitable commercial products meeting the technical specifications.

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 1232SA26Q0505 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Duct Replacement and Cleaning at Kearneysville, WV.

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 and Revolutionary FAR Overhaul | Acquisition.GOV.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238220

- Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. 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. 

Site visit attendance is mandatory, please reference RFQ for details.

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