Building Automation System Upgrade, Peoria, IL

SOL #: 1166468Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
USDA ARS AFM APD
BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, United States

Place of Performance

Peoria, IL

NAICS

No NAICS code specified

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 21, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 27, 2026, 2:00 PM

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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms capable of performing a Building Automation System (BAS) Upgrade in Peoria, IL. This is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by April 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

Scope of Work

The requirement involves upgrading an existing BAS to Desigo CC from Insight at the Peoria, IL facility. This is an upgrade, not a full system replacement. The work must be performed by factory-certified Siemens technician(s). Key tasks include:

  • Backing up Insight system data during migration.
  • Reconnecting and testing field devices to ensure proper integration with Desigo CC.
  • Functional testing of all components to confirm correct system operation.
  • Documenting results and obtaining USDA approval for migration requirements.
  • Providing training to USDA staff on operating and maintaining the new system.
  • Delivering documentation and post-migration support.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: April 27, 2026, 10:00 AM ET
  • Published: April 21, 2026

Submission Instructions

Interested parties should submit responses electronically via email to osvaldo.rodriguez@usda.gov. Submissions must be in Microsoft Office Word or PDF format, unclassified, and should not exceed 10 one-sided 8.5x11 pages (1-inch margins, 12pt font). Required content includes:

  • Capabilities statement
  • GSA Number (if applicable)
  • DUNS Number
  • Firm Name, Address, Point of Contact (phone, email)
  • Business size and status (SDVOSB, HUBZone, Woman owned), validated via SAM.gov
  • Past work experience (Federal/commercial, contract #, amount, type)

Additional Notes

This is solely for information and planning purposes; it is not a request for proposals, quotes, or bids, nor does it obligate the Government to award a contract. No entitlement to payment for submission costs will arise. The Government reserves the right to reject any input.

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