70Z03025QCLEV0033 - Replacement and Installation of Natural Gas Water Heater for U. S. Coast Station Duluth

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking a contractor to replace and install a natural gas water heater at the USCG Station in Duluth, Minnesota. The solicitation (70Z03025QCLEV0033) requires a qualified plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for removing an existing 24-year-old 80-gallon water heater and installing a new unit with identical 512,000 BTU specifications. Interested contractors must submit electronic offers by January 24, 2025, and register on SAM.gov to receive notification. Potential bidders are advised to submit any questions in writing using the Request for Information form at least 5 working days before the bid opening. The technical evaluation will likely focus on contractors' ability to meet the detailed Statement of Work requirements, including proper installation, safety procedures, and compliance with Davis-Bacon wage standards.

The procurement is not set aside for a specific small business category, though it falls under the small business size standard for NAICS code 238220 with a $19.0M threshold. The estimated contract value ranges between $25,000 and $100,000, with a strict performance period not to exceed 50 calendar days from the award date. Work will be performed at 1201 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN 55802, primarily during standard business hours (0700-1600 EST, Monday through Friday). The project requires adherence to prevailing wage rates for St. Louis County, Minnesota, and includes Executive Order 14026 requirements mandating a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour for covered workers in 2024. Contractors must provide their own materials, equipment, and certified plumbing personnel, with no government-furnished resources available for the water heater replacement project.