Boiler Replacements

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement of boilers in buildings 13 and 70 at the San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center in Parlier, CA. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 238220, with a Small Business Size Standard of $19.0 Million. This procurement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Replacement of boilers in buildings 13 and 70.

• Performance is to be in accordance with the Statement of Work and Specifications (details not provided in this document).

• Award Type: Firm fixed priced purchase order anticipated.

• Period of Performance: Contractor must commence work within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed. Entire work must be completed by September 30, 2026. This includes final cleanup.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• Questions are due by April 13, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT, via email to josh.dobereiner@usda.gov. Include solicitation name and number in the subject line.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria.

• Evaluation factors include: Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance.

• Technical Acceptability will be rated "acceptable" or "unacceptable" based on the offeror's approach and understanding of requirements.

• Past Performance will be evaluated using "Acceptable," "Neutral," or "Unacceptable" ratings, potentially referencing CPARS.

• This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Organized site visits are scheduled for April 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT and April 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM PDT. RSVP is required by March 31, 2026. Attendance is not mandatory but recommended.

• Email responses in Adobe PDF format are authorized for quote submittals.

• The Contracting Officer is Joshua J. Dobereiner.

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

To procure a contractor experienced in removing and installing boilers to replace two boilers at the USDA-ARS facility in Parlier, California, which have reached the end of their service life.

• Purchase and install one boiler in building 13 and one boiler in building 70.

• Remove old boilers.

• Install new boilers in accordance with federal and industry standards.

• Ensure new boilers are fully operational upon completion.

• Remove trash and materials generated by the installation.

• Provide an installation schedule to the contracting officer.

• Boilers must provide adequate hot water.

• Work must meet quality performance standards.

• Contractor must abide by local security regulations and federal, State, and local safety regulations.

• Place of Performance: San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center, 9611 S. Riverbend Ave, Parlier, CA 93648.

• Work Hours: Regular business days (Monday-Friday), 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific, excluding federal holidays.

• Period of Performance: Upon award, work must be completed between July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026.

• Contractors are highly encouraged to attend a site walk prior to submitting proposals.

• Contractor must sign in daily with a USDA representative.

• Provide as-builds upon request.

• Area will be provided for staging equipment and materials if needed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 1 - Specifications," details the minimum requirements for replacement boilers to be purchased and installed by a contractor. It outlines the specifications necessary to ensure adequate hot water supply to buildings 13 and 70 at the USDA-ARS facility in Parlier, California.

• Project: Replacement of boilers in building 13 and 70.
• Scope: Purchase and installation of two boilers.
• Minimum Specifications:
  • On/Off, 2-Stage, 4-stage operation
  • Copper 2-Pass Heat Exchanger (160 psi)
  • Sealed Combustion Chamber
  • Mounted & Wired Flow Switch
  • Uginox Alloy Stainless Burners
  • Stackable Frame
  • Field Reversible Headers
  • Category I and III Venting
  • Direct Vent (up to 35')
  • Slide Out Heat Exchanger
  • Galvalume Metal Jacket
  • Indoor/Outdoor installation
  • Low NOx emissions
  • Input: MPH 400 / kW 117
  • Boiler Output: MBH 400 / kW 99
  • Overall Length: 28-5/8 inches (727 mm)
  • Flue Vent: 6 inches (152 mm)
  • Ducted Air: 6 inches (152 mm)
• Deliverables/Schedule:
  • Item: Hot water Boilers
  • Quantity: 2
  • Place of Delivery: USDA ARS, 9611 S Riverbend Ave, Parlier, CA 93648
  • Delivery Date: September 30, 2026

This attachment provides the essential technical specifications and delivery requirements for the boilers. Bidders must ensure their proposed boilers meet or exceed these minimum specifications to be considered compliant. It also specifies the delivery location and date, which are critical for proposal planning and execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "General Decision" which outlines prevailing wage rates for various construction-related trades in California. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards on federal or federally funded projects.

• General Decision Number: CA20260018
• State: California
• Construction Types: Building, Heavy (Heavy and Dredging), and Highway.
• Counties Covered: A comprehensive list of California counties is provided, with specific areas sometimes delineated (e.g., Area 1, Area 2).
• Trade Classifications: Details wage and fringe benefit rates for numerous trades, including:
  • Asbestos Removal Worker/Hazardous Material Handler
  • Asbestos Workers/Insulator
  • Boilermaker
  • Marble Finisher/Mason
  • Bricklayer
  • Terrazzo Finisher/Worker/Setter
  • Tile Finisher/Layer
  • Carpenters (various specializations)
  • Divers (various roles and depth pay)
  • Piledriver
  • Modular Furniture Installer
  • Drywall Installers/Lathers/Stocker/Scrapper
  • Electricians (Sound & Communications, Electrician)
  • Ironworkers
  • Laborers (various classifications including Asbestos/Mold/Lead, Traffic Control, Tunnel and Shaft, Construction Craft, Gardeners, Gunite, Wrecking)
  • Painters (various specializations and premiums)
  • Plasterer
  • Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher
  • Plumbers, Steamfitters, Refrigeration Fitters, Pipe Tradesmen
  • Roofers
  • Sprinkler Fitters
  • Sheet Metal Workers
  • Truck Drivers
  • Welders
• Effective Dates: Each wage determination has a specific effective date, often with subsequent modifications.

Bidders must consult this document to understand the minimum required wage rates and fringe benefits for laborers and mechanics employed on covered projects. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage requirements can lead to penalties and project delays. This document is crucial for accurate cost estimation and labor compliance planning.