F--WA-FWS SPRING CRK ASBESTOS ABATEMENT of Ceiling tiles.
Overview
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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) is soliciting quotes for asbestos abatement and ceiling tile replacement at the Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery (NFH) in Underwood, Washington. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm Fixed-Price Construction contract. The estimated value is less than $25,000. Quotes are due by February 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The project involves the containment, removal, and disposal of approximately 168 square feet of asbestos-containing ceiling tiles in the incubation room water laboratory of the Administration Building. Key tasks include:
- Preparing the work area by sealing it off with plastic sheeting and tape.
- Setting up a negative pressure system to contain airborne fibers.
- Transporting asbestos waste to a licensed landfill according to environmental regulations.
- Performing post-removal monitoring to ensure no asbestos fibers remain.
- Replacing removed tiles with new ceiling tiles. Contractors must demonstrate experience in asbestos abatement and removal.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Construction.
- Estimated Value: Less than $25,000.
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026. Work must be completed within this window, within 92 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.
- Place of Performance: Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery, 61552 State Road 14, Underwood, WA 98651.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: February 5, 2026, 5:00 PM PST.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Cindy Salazar (cindy_salazar@fws.gov).
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Past Performance, Work Window, and Price. Award will be based on the best value to the Government.
- Site Visit: A site visit is strongly encouraged.
- Wage Rates: Bidders must adhere to the Davis-Bacon Act wage rates for Skamania County, Washington, as outlined in General Decision Number WA20250120.
- Hazardous Materials: An asbestos testing report and lead-based paint sampling report are provided, identifying hazardous materials that must be addressed by qualified professionals. The substrate above the ceiling tiles is drywall.
Key Amendments
This solicitation has been modified by Amendment 0001 (posted 2026-01-27) and Amendment 0002 (posted 2026-02-03).
- Amendment 0001 extended the response deadline to February 4, 2026, and clarified email submission.
- Amendment 0002 further extended the deadline to February 5, 2026, provided an Asbestos Testing Report, and clarified that the substrate above the ceiling tiles is drywall. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Cindy Salazar (cindy_salazar@fws.gov, 503-872-2832).