Greenhouse Refurbishment Project

The United States Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service is soliciting bids on a total small business set-aside for the refurbishment of four existing polycarbonate greenhouses at the Center for Medical, Agricultural, and Veterinary Entomology in Tallahassee, Florida, with proposals due September 24, 2026.

This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction). Only certified small businesses are eligible to bid.

The scope encompasses the complete refurbishment of four 24-by-36-foot polycarbonate greenhouses to restore functionality and support USDA-ARS research objectives. Work includes replacement of polycarbonate sheets, aluminum extrusions, exhaust fans with 1-horsepower motors, evaporative cooling systems, internal circulation fans, wall vents, glass doors, natural gas heaters, environmental controllers, and LED lighting systems (400 watts with six lights per greenhouse). The contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision; repair damaged concrete blocks; remove existing coverings and equipment; dispose of waste materials; disconnect and reconnect power, water, and gas systems; and train ARS employees on operational controllers. Contractor-provided dumpster, restroom facilities, and material unloading are required. All work is subject to local, state, and federal building codes, and the contractor must obtain all required permits and submit a Site Safety Specific Plan within seven days of award.

The contract term is 120 calendar days from award, with work scheduled 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. The contractor must submit a detailed project schedule with milestones and coordinate all work dates with the Contracting Officer's Representative prior to commencement. Final payment requires submission of liens and claims releases, employee payroll and timesheets, and invoices, with government final inspection and approval.

Pre-bid site visits are encouraged to confirm dimensions and existing conditions.