Greenhouse Siding Repairs

The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service seeks quotations for greenhouse siding repairs at its Integrated Cropping Systems Research Center in Brookings, South Dakota, with quotations due July 29 and questions due July 9. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 236220 with a small business size standard of $45 million.

Place of performance is Brookings, SD. The scope encompasses removal of existing stucco, foam, and wire mesh exterior covering from two greenhouses (Buildings 07 and 17) and replacement with minimum 26-gauge commercial-grade steel siding in light stone color. Work includes approximately 460 linear feet by 3 feet high of demolition per greenhouse, installation of pressure-treated backing material, steel flashing and J-channel, replacement of approximately 50 linear feet of PVC drainage pipe on the east greenhouse and 100 linear feet on the west greenhouse, re-attachment of drainage lines and lightning rod cables, and ensuring water spigots remain accessible. The contractor must provide a full one-year warranty on exterior wall covering. All personnel must possess a U.S. photo ID such as a driver's license or passport.

Performance must be completed within 12 months of notice to proceed; the contract period is August 3, 2026, through August 2, 2027. This is a Firm-Fixed Price award anticipated as a single award. The project magnitude is less than $25,000. Quotations must include detailed work descriptions; pricing-only offers are non-responsive. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer with acceptable or neutral past performance. A mandatory site visit is scheduled July 8 at 8:00 am CDT. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates apply. No performance and payment bonds are required. Contractors must be enrolled in the Invoice Processing Platform for payment.