Opportunity
SAM #1284LL27Q0008
St. Joe Ranger District Tree Cooler HVAC and Refrigeration Refurbishment
Buyer
USFS Intermountain Region CSA 1
Posted
November 13, 2026
Respond By
December 01, 2026
Identifier
1284LL27Q0008
NAICS
811310, 238220
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking a contractor to refurbish the St. Joe Ranger District tree cooler in Idaho. - Government buyer: USDA Forest Service, Idaho Panhandle National Forests, St. Joe Ranger District; contact named in the attachment: Julia Cohrs. - Scope: One refurbishment service covering the HVAC and refrigeration system, fans and coils, controls, lighting, alarms, and related components. Remove humidifiers and obsolete equipment, dispose of refrigerant properly, and test, commission, clean, and provide staff training and technical manuals. - Performance requirements: Maintain an even temperature within ±1°F, with settings from at least 28°F to 40°F. Use R-404A or R-448A refrigerant. Commission the system for five days; provide at least a one-year labor warranty and a two-year warranty on major components. - Contractor requirements: Supply labor, materials, permits, and equipment, including Idaho-licensed HVAC and electrical personnel. Identify major-component makes, models, and countries of manufacture. U.S.-sourced parts are preferred. - OEMs identified in the equipment documentation: Climate Control, Paragon, Honeywell, Abbeon, Bahnson, Walton, Eagle, and Federal Signal. The referenced equipment list appears to describe existing/as-built equipment; it does not establish that each named model must be purchased. - Quantities and part numbers: The refurbishment is listed as one service. The equipment documentation lists existing equipment and model references, but does not provide a procurement bill of materials or required replacement quantities.
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 1284LL27Q0008 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) Refurbishment of Existing Tree Cooler. Services and supplies are required for the currently installed tree cooler for the St. Joe Ranger District, Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The tree cooler was built in 1984, the outdated HVAC system shall be replaced with a new HVAC system. The contractor shall provide a fully functioning new HVAC system for the existing tree cooler with associated evaporator fans and necessary materials for the refrigeration system. Contractor shall remove any humidifiers and associated parts, update the lighting, and install a notification system of a power outage due to ongoing power fluctuations. The contractor shall provide the personnel, materials, and equipment needed to perform the required services to industry standards and specifications. Representative shall communicate with POC regarding any issues that may arise. Contractor shall coordinate work hours with CO and COR for site access, hours, and operation. There will be no Government Property issued. Electricity will be available on site for Contractor's use. All work shall be completed by 03/15/2027.
See attachment 1284LL27Q0008 for more details.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811310 The small business size standard is $12.5 million dollars. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.