Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

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NAICS Category 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) encompasses professional contractors specializing in the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical systems in buildings. These services include installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, air conditioning, ventilation, refrigeration, and plumbing infrastructure across various facility types. Contractors in this category work with complex mechanical systems, utilizing specialized skills to ensure proper functionality of critical building infrastructure.

Recent federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a wide range of projects, predominantly for government facilities such as VA medical centers, military bases, and federal office buildings. Awards typically range from $10,000 to $1,246,000, with project durations spanning from 30 to 365 days. Frequently awarded entities include Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and small businesses specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, and federal civilian agencies are the most common funding sources. Set-asides predominantly include total small business, SDVOSB, and 8(a) program designations, with work concentrated in the Southeastern, Western, and Midwestern United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on specialized mechanical system services, including HVAC unit replacements, boiler repairs, ventilation monitoring, fire suppression system rehabilitation, and infrastructure upgrades. Solicitations span multiple federal agencies, including the VA, Department of Transportation, Department of the Interior, and Department of Defense. Typical project locations include military bases, medical facilities, national parks, and federal office buildings. Many opportunities require advanced technical capabilities, such as robotic pipe inspection, marine-suitable equipment installation, and compliance with specific environmental and safety regulations. Procurement methods range from total small business set-asides to full and open competition, with most opportunities seeking contractors with specific certifications and extensive experience in mechanical systems infrastructure.

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