Asbestos Abatement & Install New Flooring (Athens, GA)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation 1232SA26Q0459, originally dated 04/17/2026.

• Questions and Answers Provided: The amendment includes responses to vendor questions.

• Quote Submission Extension: The due date for quote submissions has been extended to Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

• Solicitation Number: 1232SA26Q0459

• Original Solicitation Date: 04/17/2026

• Quote Submission Due Date

• The deadline for submitting quotes has been extended to May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Bidders should review the provided Questions and Answers for clarification on solicitation requirements.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the "Abate & Install New Floor 735, 735a, 735b, & 736" opportunity (RFQ# 1232SA26Q0459).

• Scope: The project is limited to asbestos floor tile abatement and new flooring installation. Sheetrock removal, wall epoxy coating, drip pans, drain piping, and soundproofing panels are not included unless referenced in the REVISED Statement of Work (Attachment 2).
• Rooms: The scope includes Rooms 735, 735A, 735B, and 736. Room 733C is not included.
• Abatement Scope: Only floor tile requires abatement, not carpet.
• Flooring Type: VCT (Vinyl Composition Tile) in classic white, Armstrong product or equivalent, is required. Seamless, non-porous, sanitary systems are not necessary.
• Installation: Standard installation with a separate cove base is preferred over integral cove installation.
• Work Schedule: Work must be performed on weekends with 24-hour notice. Allowable working hours are 0800-1800. The entire project duration is 45 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP).
• Contents Removal: Items on the floor will be removed prior to abatement, but items that cannot be removed should be covered with plastic. Cabinets will not be removed.
• Asbestos Testing: The government requires a PCM post-test. Asbestos survey reports are not available.
• Site Visit: Attendance at the organized site visit on 04/28/2026 was mandatory to quote. Key subcontractor attendance is acceptable.

Clarifies scope, specific rooms, flooring material, installation method, and work schedule. Confirms there are no option CLINs. The start date is TBD based on award date. Weekend work is required for the entire project duration. The area must remain clean and open to occupants during the work week.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 1232SA26Q0459, dated 04/17/2026, provides:

• The Site Visit Sign-In Sheet.

• Attachment 4 - Work Area Floor Plan.

• The document references the provision of a Site Visit Sign-In Sheet and Attachment 4 - Work Area Floor Plan.

• All terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged, except as provided herein. No impact on proposal deadlines or submission requirements is indicated, beyond the inclusion of these new attachments.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a floor plan for a work area, likely related to a construction or renovation project. It provides a visual layout of rooms and spaces.

• Room labels and numbers (e.g., LAB 735, OFFICE 735A, LAB 736, L7CL-737).
• Designations for specific areas like "STOR." (Storage), "FH" (Fan/Filter Housing), "MECH CHASE", "TELE", and "FAN".
• Indications of stacked levels or multiple units (e.g., "L7DL (2 STACKED)").
• Symbols possibly representing doors (D) and other architectural features.

This floor plan is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout of the work area. It will inform proposals related to construction, renovation, space utilization, equipment placement, or any work requiring knowledge of the existing or proposed physical environment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit conducted on April 28, 2026, for the "Abate & Install New Floor 734, 735a, 735b, & 736" project at the United States National Poultry Research Center (USNPRC) in Athens, GA. It records the attendees, their companies, and contact information.

• Date and time of the site visit
• Project name and solicitation number (RFQ# 12325A26Q0459)
• Location of the site visit
• List of attendees with their names, companies, emails, and phone numbers
• Signatures of attendees

This document confirms attendance at the mandatory site visit. It also provides contact information for other companies that attended, which may be useful for networking or understanding the competitive landscape. The document also reiterates the deadline for submitting questions and the process for incorporating answers into the solicitation.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 1232SA26Q0459, dated 04/17/2026, makes the following changes:

• Provides a Revised Attachment 2 Statement of Work (SOW).

• Incorporates the mandatory contract clause FAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors, as required by Executive Order 14398.

• Revised Attachment 2 Statement of Work (SOW).

• Addition of FAR 52.222-90 clause.

• The effective date of the solicitation remains 04/23/2026.

• Bidders should ensure their proposals reflect the revised SOW and include acknowledgment of the new clause.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To abate asbestos floor tiles and install new approved floor tiles in Building 1, Rooms 735, 735A, 735B, and 736 at the United States National Poultry Research Center (USNPRC) in Athens, GA.

• Removal of all asbestos flooring, including cabinetry and equipment in the specified rooms.

• Installation of new approved floor tiles.

• Work to be performed in occupied, operational facilities, requiring coordination with USDA personnel to minimize disruption.

• Demolition, fabrication, installation, coordination, and cleanup activities.

• Work must adhere to project requirements, drawings, and applicable codes.

• Daily reports to COR and weekly status updates to TPOC are required.

• Daily removal of construction waste from work areas and weekly removal from the site.

• All work must comply with USDA Biosecurity protocols and ARS Facilities Design Standards.

• Location: Building 1, Rooms 735, 735A, 735B, 736 at USNPRC, Athens, GA.

• Period of Performance: Not to exceed 45 days from the date of notice to proceed.

• Work is required to be scheduled on weekends with 24-hour prior notice.

• Contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Site visit is encouraged.

• A Site Safety Specific Plan (SSSP)/Accident Prevention Plan must be submitted within 14 days of contract award.

• Contractor must provide a guarantee for work against faulty material and workmanship for at least one year.

• All contractor personnel require valid identification for site access and must follow facility security regulations and COVID-19 precautions.

• Government will furnish electricity and water.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors." This clause is a deviation and must be included in solicitations and contracts.

• Definitions: Defines "Program participation" and "Racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities."
• Contractor Agreement: Requires contractors to:
  • Not engage in any racially discriminatory DEI activities.
  • Furnish information and reports as required by the Contracting Officer.
  • Report subcontractor conduct violating the clause and take remedial actions.
  • Inform the Contracting Officer if a subcontractor sues regarding the clause's validity.
• Consequences of Noncompliance: Noncompliance may result in contract cancellation, termination, suspension, or ineligibility for future Government contracts.
• Materiality: Compliance is material to Government payment decisions.
• Flowdown Requirement: Contractors must include the substance of this clause in subcontracts at any tier, except for those where delivery or performance is outside the United States.

Bidders should be aware of this mandatory clause and its implications for their business practices and subcontracting requirements. It outlines specific obligations related to DEI activities and potential consequences for non-compliance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, RFQ # 1232SA26Q0459, is for the abatement of asbestos floor tiles and installation of new approved tiles in Building 1, Rooms 734, 735A, 735B, and 736 at the United States National Poultry Research Center (USNPRC) in Athens, GA.

• Abatement of asbestos floor tiles.

• Installation of new approved floor tiles.

• Work to be performed in specific rooms within Building 1 at the USNPRC.

• A Statement of Work (SOW) is attached for detailed requirements.

• Anticipated Award Type: Firm Fixed Price Contract.

• Period of Performance: 45 days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Spencer Hamilton at spencer.hamilton@usda.gov.

• Quote submission date and time is available on SAM.gov for solicitation number 1232SA26Q0459.

• Quotes must include pricing, signatures, SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) on SF-1442, acknowledgement of amendments, active SAM.gov registration, and completed electronic representations and certifications.

• Technical Experience: Quoters must describe their experience with similar projects (last 5 years), including duration, dollar value, asbestos abatement, installation, replacement, and repair.

• Past Performance: Provide examples of three (3) similar projects from the last 5 years, detailing complexity, dollar value, period of performance, location, and contact information.

• Evaluation Method: Lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). The lowest priced quote will be evaluated for technical acceptability first. If not acceptable, the next lowest priced quote will be evaluated, and so on.

• Price: Quoters must provide pricing for the Base Item and all Option Items. Pricing will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Not explicitly stated, but various FAR clauses related to small business concerns are included.

• Mandatory Site Visit: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. RSVP required by Monday, April 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET.

• Questions Due: Friday, May 1, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Bid Guarantee: Not required for proposals less than $150K. Required for proposals above $150K (20% of proposed price, not to exceed $3,000,000).

• Performance and Payment Bonds: Required for awards exceeding $150,000.00, due no later than 10 days after notification of award.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To abate asbestos floor tiles and install new approved tiles in Building 1, Rooms 734, 735A, 735B, and 736 at the United States National Poultry Research Center (USNPRC) in Athens, GA.

• Removal of deteriorating sheetrock and paint.

• Painting of walls with epoxy sealant.

• Installation of drip pans under leaking areas and piping them to floor drains.

• Hanging soundproofing panels over epoxy.

• Abatement of asbestos carpet and floor tiles in Room 733C, including the use of polyurethane sheeting, negative pressure containment, HEPA vacuums, certified asbestos abatement personnel, and disposal in a state-approved landfill.

• Installation of new approved floor tiles.

• Cleaning of the workspace.

• All work to be performed in occupied, operational facilities, coordinated with USDA personnel to minimize disruption.

• The project completion shall not exceed 45 days from the date of notice to proceed.

• Location: Building 1, Rooms 734, 735A, 735B, & 736 at 950 College Station Road, Athens, GA.

• Contractor must be registered in SAM.

• Work is required to be scheduled on weekends with 24-hour prior notice.

• Contractor must provide a Site Safety Specific Plan (SSSP)/Accident Prevention Plan within 14 days of contract award.

• Contractor must provide a guarantee for all work against faulty material and workmanship for at least one year.

• Adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local codes, as well as USDA Biosecurity protocols and Facility Design Standards (ARS 242.1M).

• Strict adherence to security access and egress procedures, including visitor badges, daily logs, and potential escort requirements.

• Contractor personnel must follow all applicable USDA policies, SOPs, and guidelines, including COVID-19 precautions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage rates applicable to building construction projects in specific counties within Georgia. It serves as a reference for prevailing wages that must be paid on federal or federally funded construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act.

• General Decision Number: GA20260321, dated 01/23/2026.
• State: Georgia.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Counties Covered: Clarke, Madison, Oconee, and Oglethorpe.
• Classifications and Rates: Lists various construction trades (e.g., Asbestos Worker, Electrician, Power Equipment Operator, Ironworker, Carpenter, Plumber, Pipefitter, Sheet Metal Worker) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Notes that contractors must provide paid sick leave.
• Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage): Provides information on minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the process for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates when preparing their proposals for construction projects in the specified counties and construction types. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to contract non-compliance. The document also informs bidders about mandatory paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.