Inspection and Comprehensive Preventative Maintenance of 4 Chillers in Edinburg, TX

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This is not a Request for Quotes, but rather part of a market research effort to determine available sources and the feasibility of set-asides for SMALL BUSINESS contractors.

The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) program has a requirement for the inspection, and comprehensive preventative maintenance (including leak repairs, chiller water loop chemical balance, pressure and water clarity, emergency repairs, and software/hardware and accessories maintenance) for four (4) chillers located at the Moore Air Base, Edinburg, TX.

Project Scope: The Contractor shall provide: Initial, Annual, and Quarterly preventative maintenance, repairs and operational coverage for 4 chillers -- 3 York, and 1 Carrier (Aqua Snap) Chillers. The Contractor shall furnish all necessary travel, labor, material, tools, documentation, parts, equipment, quality control, and supervision necessary for the inspection and comprehensive preventative maintenance. Further requirements are outlined in the attached draft Statement of Work. The Contractor must have proof of manufacturer training on the specific makes and model of equipment to qualify. The Contractor must also be licensed and certified in the state of TX.

The USDA is anticipating the establishment of a Contract Agreement with a 5-year period of performance (base year, and four option years).

All interested small business vendors should submit ***BY EMAIL*** a 1-2 page Capabilities Statement that includes a Tax I.D. number, DUNS number, point of contact information, past performance experience, and references regarding your ability to provide the required services. All submittals should be sent by email to michael.j.chiodi@aphis.usda.gov before Tuesday,03/12/2019, at 3:00pm central time. All responding small business firms must be listed in the www.sam.gov database to be considered for a potential award.

For this acquisition, the NAICS code is 238220, and the Small Business Standard is 15.0 million in annual sales.

The Government will not award a contract based on the information received, nor reimburse participants for information they provide. Information provided is strictly voluntary. No phone calls will be accepted or returned.

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