BISO Cyclic Replacement of HVAC Units at East Rim

The National Park Service Southeast Region is seeking qualified contractors to replace seven aging HVAC units across four critical facilities at Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Oneida, Tennessee. The project involves installing high-efficiency SEER-rated systems including gas package and electric split units ranging from 3 to 5 tons at the Resource Management Office, Tennessee Fire Cache, East Rim Maintenance Shop, and Tennessee Log Dormitory. Contractors must be licensed HVAC professionals capable of completing all work including removal and disposal of existing units, installation of new systems with line sets, electrical connections, condensate drainage, and programmable thermostats within 60 calendar days. The contract will be awarded using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation criteria, with assessment of technical capability, past performance, and price. An optional site visit is scheduled for August 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, with vendor questions due by August 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time and quotes due September 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

This procurement is designated as a 100% Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a size standard of $19 million. The contract magnitude is estimated between $25,000 and $100,000 as a firm-fixed price agreement. The performance period extends from approximately September 22, 2025 to January 30, 2026, with work to be completed Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. All work will be performed at the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area facilities in Scott and Warren Counties, Tennessee, with the contractor responsible for all materials, labor, and compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and building regulations. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award and submit 2-5 past performance questionnaires for projects completed within the last five years.