Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1000
USDA ARS Greenhouse Evaporative Cooling System Supply and Installation (Stoneville, MS)
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
September 15, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1000
NAICS
238210, 238220, 238290
This procurement opportunity is issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) for the supply and installation of a greenhouse evaporative cooling system at the Jamie Whitten Delta States Research Center in Stoneville, Mississippi. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Jamie Whitten Delta States Research Center, Stoneville, MS - Contracting office: ARS Acquisition and Property Division, Beltsville, MD - Products and Equipment Requested: - 8 evaporative cooling pads (Acme Kool-Cel or approved equal) - 10x2x4 cellulose cross-fluted pads with aluminum top covers, gutters, and side covers - 8 side wall fans (Munters Aerotech Vortex VX24F1CT or approved equal) - To replace existing units, using existing 110-volt supply - 4 new 1/3 hp submersible pumps (no specific OEM) - PVC piping and valves - Wall mounts for cooling pads and fans - Services Requested: - Complete installation of all equipment, including removal and disposal of existing cooling system components - Installation must cover 4 plant rooms and result in a fully functional system - Unique or Notable Requirements: - "Or approved equal" language allows for alternative brands meeting technical specifications - Project completion required within 90 days from Notice to Proceed - Set aside for Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB) - Early delivery is accepted - All work to be performed Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, excluding government holidays - Highlighted OEMs: - Acme (Kool-Cel) - Munters (Aerotech Vortex VX24F1CT)
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 1232SA26Q1000 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for supply and installation of Evaporative Cooling Pads and Side Wall Fans at Building #5 Greenhouse 2. See attachments for additional information.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238210 The small business size standard is $19.0 Million This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.