RFQ Building 6 Concrete Work

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service is requesting quotes for concrete work at its Honeybee Breeding, Genetics & Physiology Research facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana under RFQ Building 6 Concrete Work, with quotes due September 23, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside restricted to NAICS 238110 (Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors).

The scope encompasses removal of existing limestone aggregate from the east and south sides of Building 6 and stockpiling onsite, followed by grading, compacting, forming, placing, and finishing new reinforced 4-inch concrete paving using 3500 psi concrete mix. Work consists of two concrete pad walkways approximately 4 feet by 8 feet each, located in front of pre-existing standard-size doors with awning covers. The awardee must provide all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, and required permits, licenses, and inspections at its own expense; comply with Federal Specifications and Standards; and utilize bio-based products to the maximum extent possible where applicable. The contractor is responsible for all property damage, daily site cleaning and debris management, and final site restoration.

Place of performance is 1157 Ben Hur Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana (East Baton Rouge Parish / Baton Rouge City). The performance period runs September 28, 2026 to November 30, 2026, with work to be completed within 45 days of notice to proceed. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with advance notice required for any deviation.

Site visits escorted by government representatives are encouraged prior to proposal submission. Within 14 days of contract award, the awardee must submit detailed cost breakdown (Microsoft Excel) and work description (Microsoft Word) proposals, along with a Site-Specific Safety Plan. A final site inspection with the Contracting Officer's Representative is required upon work completion.