Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1178
USDA ARS Solicits Supply and Installation of Four Mini Split HVAC Systems in Tallahassee, FL
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
August 13, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1178
NAICS
238220
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), through its Acquisition and Property Division, is seeking a contractor to supply and install four mini split ductless HVAC heat pump systems in Trailers 2 and 3 at its Tallahassee, FL facility. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division, Office of USDA ARS Acquisition and Property D - Contracting Officer: Michael Sherlock - Products and Services Requested: - Four (4) ductless mini split heat pump systems, each with two indoor wall-mounted head units - Associated components: line sets (including 8ft vinyl covers, 3/8 and 3/4 50 ft rolls, insulated suction lines), 60 AMP outdoor disconnects with electrical whips, surge protectors, and 18x38x3 condensing unit pads with hurricane straps - Full installation services, including electrical power installation, system startup, and testing - Decommissioning and removal of existing HVAC systems, including refrigerant removal and electrical disconnection - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and all local codes - Warranty: 1 year labor, 10 years parts - Contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and transportation - Work must be coordinated to minimize disruption; an electrician may be required - Construction wage requirements and payment bonds apply - Evaluation based on technical capability, past performance, and price - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are specified; the procurement is open to any compliant manufacturer - The opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 238220 - Estimated contract value is less than $75,000 - Performance period is 45 calendar days after notice to proceed
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 1232SA26Q1178 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for replacement of mini split HVAC units for the USDA ARS in Tallahassee, FL.
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.
The magnitude of construction is less than $75,000.
Please see attachments for important information on the site visit and how and when to submit quotes. Please note that due to the ugency of this work the site visit is short notice; only one site visit will be held and the response time cannot be extended.