Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1470
USDA National Centers for Animal Health Rooftop Unit Replacement and Fuel Conversion in Iowa
Buyer
USFS Eastern Region SPOC
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
September 22, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1470
NAICS
238220, 238210
This opportunity from the USDA National Centers for Animal Health in Ames, Iowa, seeks contractors for a rooftop unit replacement and conversion of the heating system from LP to natural gas in Building 174. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Centers for Animal Health - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Johnson Controls (BACnet controllers, sensors) - Maxitrol (natural gas regulators) - American Meter (gas meters) - A.Y. McDonald (cast iron plug valves) - Bingham & Taylor (valve boxes) - Products Requested: - 4-Ton Rooftop Unit with natural gas heat (1 unit) - Gas-fired radiant tube heaters (4 units) - Hanging gas-fired unit heater (1 unit) - 2-inch HDPE gas piping (approx. 67 feet) - 2-inch cast iron plug valves (A.Y. McDonald 10687B, 2 units) - Clean in Place valve boxes (Bingham & Taylor P5B, 2 units) - Anode-less riser, gas regulators (Maxitrol 325-9L, 325-5L), gas meter (American Meter AL-1000) - Johnson Controls CGM BACnet controller (1 unit) - Johnson Controls space temperature/humidity sensor (NS-BTB7003-0, 1 unit) - CAT 6 cable, metal equipment curb, electrical disconnects, ductwork, insulation, and related hardware - Door and wall mounted return grills - Services Requested: - Demolition and removal of existing rooftop unit and propane fuel lines - Installation of new rooftop unit, gas piping, heaters, and associated components - Leak testing of piping - Work in animal holding areas with contamination controls (Tyvek suits, decontamination procedures) - Weekly status reporting, safety and installation plans, BACnet point schedules, and material submittals - Unique Requirements: - Strict safety, security, and regulatory compliance - Integration with Johnson Controls Metasys building automation system - Work in biosecure animal holding areas with contamination controls - Coordination with USDA for after-hours work and site access - All work to be completed within 180 days after notice to proceed - Notable Technical Details: - Use of specific OEM components for gas regulation and monitoring - Installation of BACnet controllers for automated monitoring - Removal of existing LP tanks and propane lines - Installation of new natural gas infrastructure and HVAC equipment
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1470 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Building 174 LP to Natural Gas at the USDA National Centers for Animal Health.
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 million This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Submit offer by email to bradley.martin2@usda.gov with the notice ID in the subject line so that it is delivered into this inbox by the due date and time. Emails should contain attachments in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF format. Be aware that large attachments may increase the time required to deliver an email. It is the offerors responsibility to confirm receipt of the offer from Contract Specialist, Bradley Martin.