Facility Gates Semi Annual Preventative Maintenance Inspection

The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service Field Research Implementation and Information Delivery Midwest Area is seeking a small business contractor to perform semi-annual preventative maintenance inspections for facility gates at the National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa. The solicitation (#12505B25Q0036) requires a comprehensive maintenance service for 24 slide gate units, including detailed inspections of gate operators, mechanical components, safety systems, and electrical systems twice annually in April and October. Qualified vendors must submit their proposal by December 23, 2024, at 11:00 PM ET, including a completed Standard Form 1449 and FAR 52.212-3 representations and certifications. Proposals must be submitted via email to Tiffany Reval with the solicitation number clearly referenced. The contract will utilize the NAICS code 561210 for Facilities Support Services, with a small business size standard of under $47 million.

The solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside with a base contract period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, and four potential one-year option periods that could extend the contract through January 31, 2030. The place of performance is specifically located at 1920 Dayton Ave in Ames, Iowa 50010, with work to be conducted between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM daily and requiring government escort for technicians. While no specific award value is mentioned, contractors must comply with the Department of Labor's Wage Determination No. 2015-4975, which establishes minimum wage rates starting at $17.20 per hour under Executive Order 14026. Contractors will be responsible for comprehensive gate maintenance, including greasing mechanisms, inspecting mechanical components, checking electrical systems, and ensuring all safety protocols are maintained during the semi-annual inspections.