Sealing Bldg. 89, Miami, FL

The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) is seeking a small business contractor to seal and upgrade Building 89 at the Subtropical Horticultural Research Station in Miami, Florida. The project involves improving the air conditioning system, sealing gaps in the roof and walls to prevent dust and moisture intrusion, and creating a controlled laboratory environment. Contractors must submit a technical approach demonstrating their capability to complete the work, along with evidence of company experience and past performance. The evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, considering technical merit, experience, and pricing. Interested firms must submit their quotes by January 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for December 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM ET, and all questions to be submitted by December 28, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET.

This procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, with a size standard of $19.0 million. The estimated project value ranges between $100,000 and $250,000, with a performance period of 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Performance bonds will be required for the contract. The work will be completed at the USDA Agricultural Research Service's facility located in Miami, Florida, focusing on upgrading the facility's environmental controls and sealing mechanisms. Contractors must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, and materials to successfully complete the project, with a focus on creating a clean, controlled laboratory environment that prevents external contaminants from entering the research space.