SAM #1232SA26Q0703

USDA ARS Steam Bundle Conversion Project at Biosciences Research Laboratory, Fargo, ND

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking small business contractors for a Steam Bundle Conversion project at the Biosciences Research Laboratory in Fargo, North Dakota. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), ARS Acquisition and Property Division - Project Scope: - Conversion of domestic hot water heating from natural gas to steam - Removal and installation of steam bundles, heat exchangers, pressure tanks, circulator pumps, steam coils, valves, and insulation - Work includes two main locations: BRL B3 (Barn) Room A103 and BRL B1 Room C120 - Requires experienced HVAC and electrical personnel with Journeyman's licenses - One-year parts and labor warranty required - Products and Equipment (with OEMs highlighted): - Taco G8404S 24" 4-Pass Heat Exchanger (1 unit) - Amtrol Pressure Tank, model #x30 (1 unit) - Grundfos Flanged Stainless Steel Circulator Pump, 1/12 HP, 115V (1 unit) - McQuay Steam Coil #5ua1201g018.00x036.00, part #681979-012 (1 unit) - Self-closing Combination Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve, model 100xl-125210 (1 unit) - Fiberglass Pipe Insulation, 1-1/2" thick (340 units) and 2" thick (2 units) - Notable Requirements: - Small business set-aside under NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors) - Detailed cost breakdowns required in pricing - Compliance with wage determination, anti-discrimination, and PIV requirements - Site visit available upon request - Delivery/Performance: - All work to be completed within 60 days from Notice to Proceed - Delivery and installation at the Biosciences Research Laboratory, 1616 Albrecht Blvd North, Fargo, ND 58102 - OEMs Mentioned: - Taco (https://www.tacocomfort.com) - Amtrol (https://www.amtrol.com) - Grundfos (https://www.grundfos.com) - McQuay (now Daikin Applied, https://www.daikinapplied.com) - Potential Competitors: - Bell & Gossett (https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/bell-gossett/) - Armstrong Fluid Technology (https://www.armstrongfluidtechnology.com) - Lochinvar (https://www.lochinvar.com) - Patterson-Kelley (https://www.pattersonkelley.com) - Trane (https://www.trane.com) - Carrier (https://www.carrier.com) - Unique Aspects: - Project involves both demolition and installation of specialized HVAC and plumbing equipment - Warranty and skilled labor requirements are emphasized

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.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0703 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Steam Bundle Conversion at the Biosciences Research Laboratory, located in Fargo, North Dakota. The Period of Performance is 60 days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors.  The small business size standard is $19.5 million.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

A Site Visit will be scheduled upon request by interested vendors.

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