Installation of Washer and Dryer in Greenhouse

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids through Gaston County, North Carolina for installation of a stacked washer and dryer system in a greenhouse facility operated by the AMS Science & Technology Program, with proposals due June 10, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) — only certified small businesses are eligible.

The scope encompasses removal and replacement of an existing double-bowl utility sink with a single-bowl unit; installation of a government-furnished Samsung front-load stacked washer and dryer set with stacking kit in the greenhouse entryway along an exterior wall; plumbing reconfiguration including PEX hot and cold supply lines routed to a 2-inch drain washer box; installation of a 120VAC, 1-phase, 6-gallon tank-type water heater; new 230VAC, 1-phase electrical circuit compliant with the National Electrical Code; dryer venting with exterior weatherproof cover; and cinder block wall demolition as necessary. All units must be leveled, secured, and fully operational. The contractor supplies all materials except the washer and dryer, coordinates electrical panel access and water shutdowns with USDA personnel, ensures compliance with local, state, and federal codes, and performs work during normal business hours (Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or by coordination with designated personnel to minimize disruption to facility operations. Deliverables include a fully installed and operational system, completed plumbing and electrical components, dryer venting system, installed water heater, and a cleaned site with debris removed. Contractor must provide warranty information for all furnished equipment and follow AMS site-entry procedures, with access requiring coordination through the Resource Management Office.