Steam Bundle Conversion - Biosciences Research Lab
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
USDA ARS AFM APD
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
1232SA26Q0703
NAICS
238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
Classification Code
Z1JZ
Additional Details
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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (APD), has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation under solicitation number 1232SA26Q0703 for the Steam Bundle Conversion project at the Biosciences Research Laboratory in Fargo, North Dakota. This procurement is conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12 procedures for commercial items, and this announcement serves as the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued.
The primary objective of this procurement is to secure qualified contractor services for the conversion of a steam bundle system at the specified research facility. The scope of work encompasses all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the steam bundle conversion in accordance with the project requirements. The intended outcome is to ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of the laboratory’s steam system, supporting the facility’s ongoing biosciences research activities.
The period of performance for this project is 60 days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed, emphasizing the need for contractors with the capacity to mobilize and complete the work within a defined and relatively short timeframe. The project is classified under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), with a small business size standard of $19.5 million. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to submit quotations, in alignment with the Small Business Administration (SBA) requirements.
Key requirements for this procurement include demonstrated experience in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning projects—specifically those involving steam system conversions or similar mechanical upgrades in laboratory or institutional settings. Contractors must be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and ensure that all work is performed to industry standards. The successful contractor will be expected to deliver a fully functional and compliant steam bundle system upon project completion.
The place of performance is the Biosciences Research Laboratory located in Fargo, North Dakota. Interested vendors are encouraged to request a site visit to better understand the project’s scope and site-specific conditions; site visits will be scheduled upon request.
The contracting entity for this opportunity is the USDA ARS AFM APD, a federal office under the Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Angela B. Wingert, who can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at 301-504-1181.
Quotations are due by June 23, 2026, at 20:06. All responsible small business sources are invited to submit quotations, which will be considered by the agency. The solicitation and related attachments can be accessed via the official SAM.gov opportunity posting (Opportunity ID: 7409dea3c2604c49a87ac2b946a16f0b).
This procurement represents a targeted opportunity for small business contractors with expertise in mechanical system upgrades, particularly those with experience in steam system conversions for research or institutional facilities. Contractors should carefully review the solicitation documents and attachments to ensure their capabilities align with the project requirements and to prepare a responsive quotation.