The USDA Forest Service, Intermountain Region, awarded a purchase order to Fosselman Refrigeration, Heating & Air, Inc. for $63,000 on September 29, 2026, under a total small business set-aside.
The order replaces HVAC systems for two tree coolers at ranger district facilities in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest—one in Bonners Ferry and one in Priest Lake (Priest River). Work is performed at both locations and must be completed by March 15, 2027. The procurement includes replacement of outdated HVAC units with systems maintaining temperatures between 28°F and 40°F using R-404A or R-448A refrigerant, removal of humidifiers, lighting updates, and installation of a power outage notification system at Priest Lake. Deliverables include equipment submittal sheets within ten business days after Notice to Proceed, maintenance plans, and technical manuals following commissioning. Key personnel must include a certified HVAC technician and certified electrician. Contractors must prepare required permits, properly dispose of freon, and provide owner training and maintenance documentation.