Gate-troubleshoot & repair HVAC-bldg 26

The National Park Service is seeking contractor services to troubleshoot and repair the HVAC systems serving Building 26 at Gateway National Recreation Area's Sandy Hook Unit in Fort Hancock, New Jersey. The primary scope involves diagnosing and repairing two separate Daikin VRV-IV Heat Pump systems—a 12-ton unit on the first floor and a 14-ton unit on the second floor—that have experienced refrigerant charge failures despite previous repair attempts. Contractors must provide all materials and labor for complete system diagnostics, repair of up to six faulty valves or fittings using brazed connections, pressure and vacuum testing, and recharging with R410A refrigerant (estimated not to exceed 75 pounds total). Evaluation will be based on technical capability and past performance on similar projects completed within the past three years, in addition to price reasonableness. The deadline for proposal submission is March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, with a question submission deadline of March 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM, and site visit completion required by March 4, 2026.

This solicitation 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. No incumbent contractor is identified in the available materials. The estimated contract value is not disclosed in the solicitation documents. Work must commence within two weeks of contract award and be completed within 21 days of notice to proceed, with performance conducted Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, excluding federal holidays. The primary contractor is required to hold all necessary HVAC mechanic licenses and perform a minimum of 51% of the labor. All work will be performed at Building 26 (26 Hudson Road, Fort Hancock, New Jersey 07732) at the Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area, and the contractor will provide a one-point-of-contact responsible for onsite work, with a five-year warranty required on all repairs completed.