Replace HVAC at the Southern Plains Indians Museum

The Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center is seeking quotations for the removal and replacement of a 7-ton HVAC system at the Southern Plains Indian Museum in Anadarko, Oklahoma, specifically in the Rosemary Ellison (RE) Gallery. The procurement requires installation of a new unit with dehumidification control capabilities to maintain humidity between 40-60% year-round, along with ductwork inspection and repair, Test and Balance certification by a state-licensed technician, and proper disposal of demolition debris. Key qualifications include registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possession of a valid Oklahoma mechanical license, and contractors must submit comprehensive proposals addressing technical specifications, completion schedules, past performance, and pricing. Award will be based on evaluation of technical merit, completion schedule, past performance references, and price quotation. The deadline for question submissions has been extended through May 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central, with an additional mandatory site showing scheduled for April 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central, and the final deadline for quote submission is May 13, 2026 at 2:30 PM Central.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $19 million size standard, and no incumbent contractor information is provided. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed price purchase order with an estimated period of performance from June 17, 2026 through August 6, 2026, requiring completion within 60 days of receiving notice to proceed. The work will be performed at the Southern Plains Indian Museum located at 801 E Central Boulevard in Anadarko, Oklahoma, with all work to be conducted at the museum's convenience following 72-hour notice to the SPIM Curator. Performance and payment bonds are required within five calendar days of award, and contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates established by the Department of Labor for Caddo County, Oklahoma, ranging from approximately $15.71 to $41.40 hourly depending on trade classification. The facility contains asbestos-containing materials and lead-based paint identified in inspection reports, requiring contractors to obtain appropriate certifications and follow EPA and OSHA protocols for any disturbance activities.