Dolores HVAC Replacement in the San Juan National Forest

The US Department of Agriculture Forest Service is soliciting proposals for an emergency HVAC replacement project at the Dolores Public Lands Center in the San Juan National Forest. The project requires removing and replacing a failed 35-ton Carrier HVAC unit with a new package outdoor unit that must include natural gas fuel capability, 480V three-phase electrical supply, and Variable Frequency Drive motors. Contractors must install a new computerized, remotely accessible Building Automation System with control valves, communicating sensors, and ensure proper airflow in all zones throughout the facility. The government will evaluate proposals using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method, focusing on technical compliance with the Statement of Work requirements. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by September 15, 2025, with proposal submissions due September 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM Central Time to erick.plamann@usda.gov.

This solicitation is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 238220 with a size standard of $19 million. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are mentioned in the solicitation documents. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the project falls under the small business size standard threshold and involves significant mechanical equipment replacement and building automation system installation. The period of performance is scheduled from approximately October 1, 2025 through March 1, 2026, providing contractors with a five-month window to complete the work. The project will be performed at the Dolores Public Lands Office located at 29211 CO-184, Dolores, Colorado 81323, requiring contractors to hold valid Colorado electrical and plumbing licenses and comply with current International Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes.