SAM #1232SA26Q0648

USDA ARS HVAC Laboratory Exhaust System Replacement – Corvallis, OR

USDA ARS is seeking construction services for a comprehensive HVAC laboratory exhaust system replacement at its Horticultural Crops Research Unit in Corvallis, Oregon. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (AFM APD) - Contracting offices in Beltsville, MD and Spokane, WA - OEMs and Vendors: - Greenheck (manufacturer of Vektor-H and Vektor-H-24 exhaust fans) - AAON (manufacturer of rooftop units) - Nailor (manufacturer of exhaust terminal units) - Products and Equipment Requested: - Greenheck Vektor-H and Vektor-H-24 rooftop laboratory exhaust fans (1 each) - Part numbers: Vektor-H, VEKTOR-H-24 - Features: AMCA certified, corrosion resistant, BACnet controls, upblast, 8,470 CFM, 7.5 HP motor - AAON rooftop units (RTU-1 to RTU-6) - Models: RN-007-8-0-EA09-CJM, RN-008-8-0-EB09-000, RQ-005-8-H-EB09-000, RQ-003-8-H-K60E-12A, RN-011-8-0-HB09-3FB, RN-030-8-0-EB09-EJN - Quantities: 6 units - Features: 3 to 30 tons, cooling/heating, factory VFDs, BACnet compatible - Nailor D30X variable volume exhaust air terminal units (2 units) - Sizes: 16, outlet 28 x 12.5 inches, airflow 1,500 to 4,470 CFM, DDC controls - SBS-modified bituminous membrane roofing (20-year warranty) - Metal ducts and casings (galvanized steel, pressure classes -2 to +4 inch wg) - Air duct accessories (volume dampers, motorized dampers, access doors, flexible connectors) - HVAC fans (AMCA standards, safety guards, vibration isolation, premium efficiency motors) - Air terminal units (UL/ETL listed, AHRI certified, DDC controls) - Services Requested: - Construction and installation of HVAC exhaust system (including rooftop unit, ducting, dampers, controls) - Testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) services (AABC or NEBB standards) - Commissioning of HVAC and building automation systems (BACnet compatible) - Demonstration and training for owner's personnel - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Integration with existing Metasys BAS (building automation system) - Compliance with Oregon structural and mechanical codes - Quality assurance, submittal, and closeout procedures - Payment and performance bonds required for awards over $150,000 - Bid guarantee of at least 20% of proposed price - Small business set-aside under NAICS 238220 - Place of Performance: - USDA ARS Horticultural Crops Research Unit, 3420 NW Orchard Avenue, Corvallis, OR 97330/97331 - Contracting offices in Beltsville, MD and Spokane, WA

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 1232SA26Q0648 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an HVAC Exhaust project for USDA ARS in Corvallis, OR.

The magnitude of construction is between $150,000 and $350,000.

A bid guarantee is required in an amount not less than 20 percent of the proposed price but shall not exceed $3,000,000 (for quotes of $35,000 or more). Failure to furnish the required bid guarantee in the proper form and amount, by the time set for receipt of quotes, shall require rejection of the quote in all cases except those listed in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 28.101-4. Bid Bonds must be provided using Standard Form 24 (see FAR 28.106-1) electronic versions of Bid Guarantee will be accepted. Individual sureties have to be acceptable to the Contracting Officer (see FAR 28.203) and be accompanied by Standard Form 28 Affidavit of Individual Surety. Other forms of offer security are acceptable as denoted in solicitation provision FAR Part 28.203-2. The cost of a Bid Guarantees will not be reimbursed.

After award, in accordance with Contract Clause 52.228-15, and FAR 28.102, Contractors are reminded that any amount awarded over $35,000.00 shall require a Payment Bond (SF 25A), and awards exceeding $150,000.00 shall require both Payment and Performance Bonds (SF 25). Payment and Performance bonds are due no later than 10 days after notification of award.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238220  The small business size standard is $19.0M  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Please see attachments for important information on how to submit your quote and for mandatory site visit information.

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