HVAC replacement for colorado river agency detention facility

The U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Western Regional Office intends to issue an RFP for HVAC replacement at the Colorado River Detention Center, Parker, Arizona, with solicitation release anticipated the week of August 17, 2026. This acquisition is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise.

The scope encompasses removal of failed HVAC units and installation of new commercial-grade replacement units, including pre-installation survey, equipment selection, refrigerant recovery per EPA Section 608, mechanical and electrical connections, ductwork inspection and repair, system commissioning per ASHRAE Guideline 1.1, and operator training. The performance period is 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed. Work is classified under NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) and PSC J041.

Replacement equipment must meet minimum 15.0 SEER2 efficiency and be rated for continuous operation at 115 degrees Fahrenheit or greater ambient temperature. The contractor must hold an Arizona Registrar of Contractors license with minimum three years of commercial HVAC replacement experience and current EPA Section 608 certification for all refrigerant technicians. The facility is an active detention center requiring strict security protocols and compliance with American Correctional Association detention standards, Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements, 2021 International Mechanical Code, ASHRAE standards, and OSHA construction safety requirements. The contractor must provide temporary cooling at its own expense if HVAC shutdowns exceed four continuous hours and establish a site-specific Health and Safety Plan addressing extreme heat stress prevention. Contractor registration in SAM is required for award eligibility. A Scope of Work document is available for download at sam.gov.