Forest-Wide HVAC Repairs\Upgrades

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks HVAC repairs and upgrades at multiple locations across the Payette National Forest in Idaho, with quotations due October 19, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

Place of performance is McCall and Council, Idaho. The NAICS code is 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million.

Base work comprises three HVAC projects: replacement of an outdoor air conditioning unit (American Standard 2-ton, 13 SEER, R-410, single-phase 200–230V) at McCall Helibase; replacement of an existing coil in the north outdoor air conditioning unit at Krassel District Office (Lennox, R-410 recharge); and replacement of a ceiling-mounted propane heater (75,000 BTUh input, 80% efficiency, LPG) at Council Engine Bay. All new equipment must include minimum 5-year warranties and be properly anchored and electrically integrated.

Optional work at the Payette National Forest Supervisor's Office includes repair of three interconnected systems (IT room ductless split system, outside air ducted system, and multi-zone ground source heat pump system) addressing refrigerant leaks, communication faults, and pressure sensor issues; repair of pump monitoring and alarm systems; and installation of three-phase power monitors and conditioners (ICM Controls ICM450A or equivalent).

The contractor must begin performance within 15 calendar days of receiving Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 30 calendar days. Performance and payment bonds are required within 15 calendar days after award. Awards are firm fixed-price based on lowest evaluated price among technically acceptable quotations. Technical evaluation addresses HVAC experience (minimum two projects in the past five years), ability to meet schedule with identified staffing and equipment, exceptions or limitations to SOW requirements, and past performance (acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable based on compliance history). Prevailing wage rates apply per Department of Labor General Decision ID20260020 (05/18/2026), effective through December 31, 2026. Questions are due October 18, 2026. The government contact is Derrick Dodson, derrick.dodson@usda.gov.