CA SAN DIEGO BAY NWR HQ HVAC REPAIR

SOL #: 140FC326Q0030Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Interior
Us Fish And Wildlife Service
FWS, CONSTRUCTION A/E TEAM 3
Falls Church, VA, 22041, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

Construction Of Other Non Building Facilities (Y1PZ)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 10, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jul 13, 2026, 5:00 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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price Construction Contract to repair and modernize the HVAC system at the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters in Chula Vista, CA. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due July 13, 2026.

Scope of Work

This project involves the repair and modernization of the existing HVAC system, installed in 2011. Key tasks include:

  • Replacing the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) in AHU-1 with a modern, compatible unit.
  • Replacing the outdated Energy Management System (EMS) and associated computer, including necessary rewiring.
  • Replacing the Hot Water Storage tank, with an option for an Alternative Technical Concept (ATC) to use the existing electric boiler with a buffer tank.
  • Performing Testing, Adjusting, Balancing (TAB), and Commissioning of the entire system.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction Contract
  • Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Required License: Valid C-20 (General Engineering) or C-46 (Solar) license from the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB).
  • Questions Due: June 29, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
  • Offer Due Date: July 13, 2026, local time.
  • Published Date: June 10, 2026.

Evaluation

Award will be based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method.

Additional Notes

  • Submission: Electronic proposals must be emailed to Jessica_tines@fws.gov.
  • Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time. While not mandatory, it is highly encouraged. RSVP is required via email.
  • Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds are required for awards over $35,000, due within 10 calendar days after award.
  • Attachments: The solicitation references a Statement of Work, Drawings, Photos, Technical Requirements, Site Visit Reports, and Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination. Bidders must comply with prevailing wage regulations.
  • Option Items: Several optional items are listed, subject to funding, to enhance system performance (e.g., Solar Thermal System removal, Smart Thermostats, Reverse Osmosis System, Solar Photovoltaic System Expansion).

People

Points of Contact

Tines, JessicaPRIMARY
jessica_tines@fws.gov
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