PR - culebra NWR - microbial remediation

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes a solicitation for quotes/bids.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Caribbean Islands National Wildlife Refuge Complex, has identified a need for professional microbial assessment and remediation services within Quarters #1 at Culebra National Wildlife Refuge. Previous rehabilitation efforts identified the presence of microbial growth and moisture intrusion concerns within the structure. To ensure a safe and habitable environment, the Refuge requires comprehensive mold detection, remediation, and moisture mitigation plans and construction to address affected building materials and prevent future microbial growth. All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and industry standards for mold remediation and indoor environmental quality.

The construction magnitude is estimated to be between $15,000 to $21,000.00.

The office is located:

Carr. 250 Fish and Wildlife
Bo. San Isidro, Culebra 00775

The Government anticipates 90 calendar days, period of performance from July 1, 2026, through September 29, 2026, issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) or contingent upon contract award.

General Wage Rate Decision Number: PR20260029 05/18/2026
Construction Types: Residential
State: Puerto Rico
County: Puerto Rico Counties of Aguas Buenas, Aibonito, Arecibo, Barceloneta, Barranquitas, Bayamo¿n, Caguas, Camuy, Canovanas, Carolina, Catano, Cayey, Ciales, Cidra, Comerio, Corozal, Dorado, Florida, Guaynabo, Gurabo, Hatillo, Humacao, Juncos, Las Piedras, Loiza, Manati, Maunabo, Morovis, Naguabo, Naranjito, Orocovis, Quebradillas, Rio Grande, San Lorenzo, Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Trujillo Alto , Vega Alta, Vega Baja and Yabucoa

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE and is conducted under the procedures of FAR Parts 12 and 13, incorporating provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-03. The NAICS code is 236220 ¿ Commercial and Institutional Building Construction and the small business size standard is $19.0m.

Instructions to offeror:
All responsible small business sources shall review all documentation and submit a quote, which shall be considered by the agency. The contractor must show within the proposal relevant industry standards for mold remediation and indoor environmental quality and construction that Meet or Exceed; Contractor must show experience by demonstrate the ability to successfully complete as follows; all state and local law; provides appropriate within Puerta Rico.

Furthermore, contractors shall review entity of the solicitation packet to include statement of work and associated attachments details to create a quote to the standard terms and conditions of the solicitation that will be made as a firm-fixed-price (FFP) contract. The basis of contract will be on Price, as acceptability for this requirement below. Award of this contract will be made to a responsible source pursuant to FAR subpart 9.1

Please submit your bid with solicitation document (showing unit and total price) on company letterhead; Pricing Form; SAM.gov UEI code; point of contact phone number and e- mail address. Refer to FAR provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors ¿ Commercial Items for additional submission guidance and include a copy of FAR provision 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items with applicable sections completed.

Bond Requirements:
Contractors are reminded that any amount awarded over $35,000 requires submission of a Payment Bond. Any amount over $150,000.00 requires both payment and performance bonds. Bonds are due no later than 10 calendar days after award. Due to the project magnitude, both payment and performance bonds will be required.

Format for Quotes-
1.Quote shall be 8½ x 11
2.A page is defined as one face of a sheet of paper containing information
3.Typing shall not be less than 12 pitches (Times New Roman/Ariel/Etc.), 1-inch border, no artistic script fonts for readability
4.Elaborate formats, bindings or color presentations are not desired or required

Any and all questions shall be submitted via email only; no verbal questions will be accepted. Please be sure to include the solicitation number in your proposal and in the subject line of any email submitted.
E-Mail Submission for Questions & Proposals: terrence_anderson@fws.gov

Site Visit: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 pm EST
Question Deadline Date: 12:00 PM PST ¿ Friday, June 12, 2026
Proposal Due: 12:00 pm PST ¿ Thursday, June 25, 2026

Solicitation Package:
1.SF1449 - Solicitation
2.Pricing Form
3.Clauses & Provisions (Terms and Conditions) Wage Rate Determination
4.Statement of Work (SOW)
5.SOW Attachments (1-3)

In order to have a quote considered for award, respondent must be registered at the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://www.sam.gov ) as an active vendor by the time an award decision is necessary.