HVAC Replacement and Repairs, Buffumville Lake, Charlton, MA
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New England District, is soliciting quotes for HVAC Replacement and Repairs at Buffumville Lake, Charlton, MA. This project involves upgrading aging HVAC systems to improve thermal comfort. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside with an estimated value between $100,000 and $250,000. Quotes are due January 26, 2026, by 5:00 PM Eastern.
Scope of Work
The work consists of replacing existing fan coil units and condensing units with new heat pump systems, controlled by programmable thermostats. A new energy recovery ventilator will be installed for ventilation air. Existing finned tube will be cleaned, and new finned tube added where none currently exists in the main building. All existing and new heating hot water piping and domestic hot and cold-water piping must be insulated. The existing radiant slab components will be removed, with under-slab piping abandoned in place.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ), Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 180 days from Notice to Proceed
- Estimated Value: $100,000 - $250,000
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS: 238220 (Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million)
- Product Service Code: Y1QA (Construction Of Restoration Of Real Property)
- Response Due: January 26, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern
- Published: January 16, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on price alone and must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Jennifer M. Samela. Site visits are highly recommended. All vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission. Bonding requirements include a Payment Bond and Performance Bond for contracts at or above $150,000. Questions should be directed to Jennifer M. Samela.
Additional Notes
An amendment extended the response due date and provided responses to industry questions. Bidders should review the provided responses for clarification. The ENG FORM 4025 (Transmittal of Shop Drawings) outlines the process for submitting required documentation for review and approval during contract performance.