SAM #12639526Q0232

USDA ARS Building 63 Envelope and HVAC Renovation – Coral Gables, FL

This opportunity seeks a contractor to renovate Building 63 at the USDA Subtropical Horticulture Research Station in Coral Gables, Florida, focusing on building envelope and HVAC upgrades for a 6,000 sq ft lab and office facility. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Subtropical Horticulture Research Station - APHIS MRPBS Minneapolis MN office - Project Scope: - Renovation of roof, building insulation envelope, and standing-seam metal roof panels - Replacement and upgrade of HVAC system, including air-cooled chiller, pumps, air handling units, and motors - Installation of a new building automation system (BAS) and direct digital control (DDC) system - Cleaning and insulation of HVAC air distribution and piping systems - Comprehensive testing, adjusting, balancing (TAB), and commissioning of all HVAC components - Use of open-cell spray polyurethane foam insulation (e.g., Johns Manville No-Mix Open Cell or comparable) - Application of polymer-based exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) from Corev America, Dryvit Systems, and others - Use of gypsum board (American Gypsum, Georgia-Pacific, USG Corporation) and high-performance paint systems - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Johns Manville (spray foam insulation) - Corev America, Dryvit Systems (EIFS) - ATAS International, Drexel Metals (metal roof panels) - American Gypsum, Georgia-Pacific, USG Corporation (gypsum board) - Notable Requirements: - All work must address severe condensation and humidity issues in lab and office areas - Phased construction to maintain building service and coordination with occupants - Strict safety, quality, and commissioning standards - Performance and payment bonds required - Total Small Business Set-Aside; estimated contract value between $1M and $5M - Completion required within 240 days (8 months) after notice to proceed

Description

The facility located at the USDA Subtropical Horticulture Research Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Station has approximately 6,000 square feet of lab and office area. The ductwork is collecting condensation and causing water damage. The HVAC system consists of one air-cooled chiller, associated pumps, and two variable air volume air handling units. The humidity in the labs was tested and determined to be higher than the acceptable range (70% or higher). A&E firm Clark Nexsen provided retro commissioning with TAB services and proposed solutions for the condensation problem, as well as designs for the renovation of the roof, HVAC, BAS, and chiller.

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