70818RenoBuilding.pdf

This notice provides details for a federal construction contract opportunity to replace existing hot water heating piping at Building 161 of the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center in Maryland. The United States Department of Agriculture intends to issue a request for proposals in May 2020 seeking a firm fixed-price contract for approximately $250,000 to $500,000 to replace piping over a 120-day period. The project is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238220, with a size standard of $16.5 million. Proposals will be evaluated on past performance, technical and management experience, and price using a lowest price technically acceptable process. Payment and performance bonds will be required for any award over $150,000. A pre-solicitation site visit will be held, and all questions must be directed to the contracting officer by email. Biobased products are required where available and reasonably priced. Award may be made without discussions but the right to hold discussions is reserved if in the government's best interest.