Construct Sugarcane Research Laboratory
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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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), has issued a Presolicitation notice for the construction of a Sugarcane Research Laboratory in Houma, LA. This project is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price construction contract with an estimated value exceeding $10,000,000.00. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be issued before September 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, and performing all required construction work in accordance with the specifications and drawings for the new Sugarcane Research Laboratory.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Informational Notice Only)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price construction contract
- Estimated Value: More than $10,000,000.00
- NAICS Code: 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (Size Standard: $45 Million)
- Set-Aside: None specified at this presolicitation stage
- RFP Number: 1232SA26R0027 (anticipated)
- RFP Release Target: Before September 30, 2026
- Published Date: May 19, 2026
- Place of Performance: Houma, LA
Additional Notes
This is an informational notice only. Potential offerors are solely responsible for monitoring sam.gov for the release of the official RFP package and any subsequent amendments. No status inquiries or requests for additional information will be answered prior to the RFP's posting. All offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) per FAR Clauses 52.204-7 and 52.204-8. Paper copies of the solicitation will not be mailed, and telephone requests will not be honored.
Contact: Kelly Wright (kelly.wright@usda.gov)