Emergency Indoor Air Quality Remediation

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Indoor Air Quality Remediation services at the USDA ARS Sugarcane Field Station in Canal Point, Florida. The government intends to make one firm-fixed-price award.

• The primary deliverable is Indoor Air Quality Remediation for the Administrative and Laboratory Buildings.

• A Scope of Work (SOW) and Specifications are provided as attachments.

• Offerors must submit a Technical Approach detailing their plan, and Documented Experience (1-2 references from the last 5 years).

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) is cautioned against for use in creating the technical approach.

• Award Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Delivery: 30 Days After Award.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implied by the delivery timeline.

• Offer Due Date: June 19, 2026, 10:00 AM CT.

• Submission Method: Email to kelly.wright@usda.gov with the subject line "RFQ 1232SA26Q0801".

• Evaluation Method: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• "Technically Acceptable" requires meeting all solicitation requirements, including submission of all documents and acknowledgment of amendments.

• Past performance will be rated as "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable".

• NAICS Code: 562910 (Remediation Services).

• Size Standard: $25 Million.

• The solicitation is set aside for Small Business (indicated by the checkbox next to "SMALL BUSINESS" in block 10, though the percentage is not specified).

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days.

• Questions are due by June 18, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products/services, contractor responsibilities, and compliance.

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

To provide professional Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) remediation services for the Administration and Laboratory Buildings at the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Sugarcane Field Station in Canal Point, Florida. The goal is to address mold and mildew presence within the HVAC system and on interior surfaces to ensure a safe and healthy indoor environment.

• Installation of containment systems and barriers.

• Protection of interior contents with 4-mil plastic sheeting.

• HEPA vacuuming of surfaces (walls, ceilings, floors, vents, registers) to remove dust, mold spores, and particulate matter.

• Application of EPA-registered antimicrobial agents to hard surfaces.

• Building disinfection using fogging or spray systems.

• Hot thermal fog deodorization to eliminate odors.

• HVAC remediation including cleaning and decontamination of ductwork, air handler components, and resealing access points.

• HVAC systems must be restored to a clean, sanitary, and properly functioning state in accordance with NADCA ACR and IICRC S520 performance criteria.

• No damage to building contents.

• Removal of dust, mold spores, and visible particulate matter.

• Even application of antimicrobial agents without damage or staining.

• Even dispersal of disinfectants with no adverse effects on occupants or equipment.

• Elimination of persistent musty odors.

• Location: 12990 US HWY 441 NORTH, Canal Point, FL 33438.

• Work hours: Regular weekday, daylight working hours (07:00 am to 4:00 pm), excluding holidays, unless otherwise coordinated.

• Period of Performance: To be determined (indicated by blank fields in the document).

• Contractor must be able to provide service in a rural area.

• Work shall be conducted in accordance with federal, state, and industry IAQ standards.

• Facilities will remain occupied during remediation, requiring coordination with the COR.

• Turnkey bid required, evaluated on best-overall value.

• Adherence to OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.

• Submittals include: Safety Data Sheets, Before and After photos, Final Remediation Report.

• Contractor must supply a project manager.

• Adherence to security measures for a controlled-access federal facility.

• Contractor must coordinate schedules with the COR and SFS Safety Officer.

• Travel expenses must be itemized or included in final pricing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the specifications for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Remediation services required for the Administration and Laboratory Buildings at the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Sugarcane Field Station in Canal Point, FL. It details the minimum requirements for the contractor to perform the remediation.

• Service Required: Indoor Air Quality Remediation.
• Location: USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Sugarcane Field Station, 12990 US Highway 441 North, Canal Point, FL 33438.
• Contractor Responsibilities: Provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, containment systems, engineering controls, tools, and transportation necessary for IAQ remediation.
• Specific Remediation Areas & Schedule:
  • Area remediation of Admin Building: By 7/1/2026 or soon after.
  • Area remediation of Laboratory Building: By 7/1/2026 or soon thereafter.
  • HVAC remediation Admin Building: By 7/1/2026 or soon thereafter.
  • HVAC remediation of Laboratory Building: By 7/1/2026 or soon thereafter.
• Point of Contact: Dave Wood at 772-216-6534.

This attachment provides critical details on the scope of work, specific remediation tasks, location, and delivery schedule for the IAQ remediation services. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the full requirements and to accurately prepare their proposals and pricing.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides information regarding site visits and submission of questions for an upcoming solicitation.

• Site Visits: Attendance is optional. Interested parties can arrange and schedule site visits directly with Dave Wood via email (dave.wood@usda.gov) or phone ((772) 462-5813 or (772) 216-6534). There will not be a single organized site visit; individual arrangements are required.
• Questions: All questions must be submitted via email to kelly.wright@usda.gov. The deadline for submitting questions is June 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. Bidders are instructed to include the solicitation name and number in the subject line of their email.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act, specifically for the area of Florida Counties of Palm Beach. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing contract work in this region.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-4573, Revision No. 31, dated 5/13/2026.
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of job titles (e.g., Accounting Clerk, Automotive Worker, Electrician, Nurse, Technician) with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: States that fringe benefits required follow the occupational listing. Specific health and welfare benefits and rates are detailed at the end of the document, including provisions for Executive Orders 13706 and 13658.
• Footnotes and Notes: Provides important clarifications regarding computer employee exemptions, night pay, Sunday pay, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a Service Contract Act-covered contract in Palm Beach County, Florida. It directly impacts proposal pricing by establishing mandatory wage and benefit rates for covered employees.