Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1076
USDA ARS Solicitation for AO Smith BTR-197 Water Heaters and Installation in Poplarville, MS
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
July 21, 2026
Respond By
August 03, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1076
NAICS
238220
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotes for the supply and installation of two AO Smith BTR-197 natural gas water heaters at its Southern Horticulture Research Unit in Poplarville, Mississippi. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Southern Horticulture Research Unit, Poplarville, MS - ARS Acquisition and Property Division, Beltsville, MD - OEM Highlight: - AO Smith is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer for the water heaters (Model: BTR-197) - Products and Quantities: - Two (2) AO Smith BTR-197 natural gas water heaters - Part Number: AO Smith BTR-197 or BTR-197 - Services Requested: - Removal and disposal of existing water heaters - Installation of two new AO Smith BTR-197 units - Temperature adjustment and operational testing - Site cleanup and debris removal - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must provide all equipment, materials, labor, and hardware - Licensed plumbing personnel in Mississippi required - Use of bio-based products where possible - Submission of references demonstrating relevant experience - Set aside for Woman Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and small businesses under NAICS 238220 - Period of Performance: - Work must be completed within 60 days of Notice to Proceed - Work hours: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–4 PM, excluding government holidays - Delivery and installation required by contract deadline; firm price hold for 90 days
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 1232SA26Q1076 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for two water heater replacements at Poplarville, MS.
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 $19M. This acquisition is set aside for Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB). All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.