HVAC Equipment Replacement, Millville, Utah
Overview
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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 USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking proposals for HVAC Equipment Replacement at the National Wildlife Research Center’s Utah Field Station in Millville, UT. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves removing old HVAC systems and installing new, energy-efficient units in the administrative building. The submission deadline has been indefinitely postponed by Amendment 1; a new closing date will be established via a future amendment.
Scope of Work
The project aims to upgrade climate control, ease maintenance, and enhance productivity. Key tasks include:
- Removal of all existing hydronic heating and mechanical room equipment, including associated electrical.
- Installation of two new furnaces, coils, and air conditioners, adapted to existing ducting for the north end of the building, with electrical work.
- Installation of nine mini-split heat pump systems for offices, including electrical.
- Installation of three electric cover heaters with thermostats in restrooms and a safe room, including electrical.
- Provision of all necessary equipment, materials, and labor.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: Y1JZ (Construction Of Miscellaneous Buildings).
- Place of Performance: USDA APHIS National Wildlife Research Center, Millville, UT.
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $25,000 and $100,000.
- Period of Performance: Work to commence within five calendar days after Notice to Proceed and be completed not later than 45 days after Notice to Proceed.
- Submission Deadline: Indefinitely postponed by Amendment 1. Bidders must await a future amendment for a new closing date.
- Published: April 23, 2026 (Original Notice).
- Amendment 1 Posted: April 21, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Only the lowest priced quote will be evaluated for technical acceptability; if unacceptable, the next lowest will be evaluated. The USDA intends to award without negotiations.
Key Documents & Notes
- Specifications: Detailed HVAC equipment (Lennox or equal) is specified in Attachment 2.
- Wage Rates: Bidders must adhere to Federal Construction Wage Rates for Cache County (Attachment 3).
- Site Visit: An attendance sheet from a previous site visit is available, providing potential networking contacts.
- Contact: Jim Roloff, james.g.roloff@usda.gov, 612-590-7603.