BGNDRF - Repair AHU-01 Evaporator Coil

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a small business contractor to repair the AHU-01 Evaporator Coil at the Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility (BGNDRF) in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The solicitation requires contractors to perform comprehensive HVAC repair work, including replacing the evaporator unit, thermal expansion valves, filter dryers, and installing insulation for outdoor refrigerant lines. Contractors must submit detailed technical proposals with schedules for parts ordering, preparation, installation, and clean-up, along with three past performance references from similar projects completed within the last 5 years. Evaluation will focus on technical capabilities, past performance, and pricing. Key deadlines include January 21, 2025, for submitting questions and January 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time for quote submissions, with all proposals to be emailed directly to Kristen Ruiz Jimenez.

The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses in the Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (NAICS 238220) category, with a size standard of $19 million. The period of performance is scheduled from February 3, 2025, to March 3, 2025, totaling 60 days. The project involves maintaining a 10-ton Trane Air Handling Unit and requires contractors to be licensed for HVAC work and certified to handle R-22 refrigerant. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the pricing structure includes detailed cost breakdowns for parts, travel, labor, and equipment, with optional provisions for additional refrigerant. Work will be performed at the BGNDRF facility during standard business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Mountain Standard Time), with site visits available upon request to potential bidders.