FY26 HIHW VC and LC HVAC Repair and Replacement

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration seeks replacement and repair of HVAC systems at the Hawaiian Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center and Learning Center in Kihei, Hawaii, with quotations due June 3, 2026. The procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 238220 with a $19 million size standard, issued as an RFQ that constitutes the only solicitation.

Place of performance is 726 South Kihei Road, Kihei, HI 96753. The work comprises two contract line items: CLIN 0001 requires disassembly and disposal of an existing ducted split air conditioning system in the Learning Center offices and installation of two Bosch BOVA-60RXB-M15S/BIVA-48RXB-M15X 4-ton, 15 SEER ducted split AC systems or equivalents, including new ductwork for the storage room with sand intrusion mitigation. CLIN 0002 requires installation of a new OEM replacement compressor for the upstairs Visitor Center offices' existing Carrier DX system (units 38AUZA07 and 40RUAA07), including refrigerant recovery, liquid line drier replacement, system evacuation, proper refrigerant charging, and startup testing. All materials, labor, and shipping are included in both CLINs. Period of performance extends from award through six months, with completion expected as soon as possible. Work must maintain OSHA-compliant ventilation and facility accessibility during business hours (7:30 AM to 3:30 PM Monday–Friday). Technicians require on-site escort; no IT security accreditation or government system access applies. Quotations must be submitted in PDF or Word format to Chelsea.Vera@noaa.gov and remain valid for 60 days minimum. Evaluation uses technical acceptability (pass/fail), past performance, and price, with award on a low-priced, technically acceptable, firm fixed-price, all-or-none basis. Department of Labor Wage Rates WD 2015-5739, Revision 27 apply. Contractors must provide specification sheets and demonstrate relevant HVAC experience within the past two years; site visits are highly recommended.