Bent Creek Superintendent's Residence Repairs
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, specifically the Southern Research Station, Bent Creek Experimental Forest, is soliciting bids for repairs and updates to the Superintendent's Residence in Asheville, NC. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a NAICS code of 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and a $45 million size standard. The project magnitude is estimated to be less than $25,000. Bids are due April 15, 2026, at 1000ET.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor shall furnish all materials, personnel, and equipment to address critical issues at the residence. Key repairs include:
- Addressing sewer drainage issues, including replacing separated cast iron pipe with PVC and capping a leaking basement sink connection.
- Repairing and repainting kitchen cabinets and casework.
- Replacing failed HVAC units, specifically removing and replacing a 3-ton cooling-only condenser, evaporator coil, and gas furnace (Energy Star certified).
- Replacing damaged exterior doors and windows, including glass panes in a storm door and other windows, and installing a new storm window after removing an upper-level window AC unit.
- Addressing failing finishes in the kitchen and bathroom, including mold remediation, replacing caulk, repainting, and replacing the bathroom exhaust fan with a humidity-sensing unit.
- Cleaning gutters and dryer vents.
- Replacing one hollow core wood door and installing a doorknob in an existing mortise lockset.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days after award, with completion no later than September 30, 2026. Performance must begin within 14 calendar days and be completed within 90 calendar days of authorization to proceed.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Published Date: March 2, 2026.
- Questions Deadline: April 6, 2026 (submit via email to cynthia.granderson@usda.gov, cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov).
- Bids Deadline: April 15, 2026, 1000ET (email bids to cynthia.granderson@usda.gov, cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov).
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visit: Highly encouraged on March 24, 2026, at 1000ET. Meet at the entrance gate to Bent Creek Experimental Forest, 1577 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC. Contact Jason Anderson (828-712-1923, jason.l.anderson@usda.gov).
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the lowest price that is responsive and responsible.
- Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the bid deadline.
Additional Notes
Performance and Payment Bonds are required if the contract price exceeds $35,000. The site will be occupied during work, and lead-based paint and lead plumbing sealants may be encountered. Submittals for materials like caulk, adhesives, and paint are required 10 working days prior to work. Detailed wage determination information for North Carolina is included in the solicitation.