Installation of Silicone Gaskets, Decon Ports and In-Line Air Filters for APR and Tornado Doors, National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, Manhattan, Kansas

SOL #: 1232SA26Q0765Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
USDA ARS AFM APD
BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, United States

Place of Performance

Manhattan, KS

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment (J066)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 11, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 15, 2026, 3:00 PM

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. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotations for the Installation of Silicone Gaskets, Decon Ports, and In-Line Air Filters for Air Pressure Resistant (APR) and Tornado Doors at the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). Quotations are due by June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide non-personal services to install Government-furnished gaskets, sealant, and control panel parts on APR and tornado doors and their control panels. Key tasks include:

  • Lock-out tag-out procedures.
  • Removing and reassembling control panel components.
  • Applying silicone and installing gaskets.
  • Reconfiguring decon port parts to face outward.
  • Installing new in-line air filters. All work must adhere to the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
  • Duration: 120 calendar days after award.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
  • NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a $34 Million size standard.
  • Response Due: June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
  • Published Date: June 11, 2026.

Evaluation

Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Technical acceptability will be evaluated first; if the lowest-priced offer is not technically acceptable, the process will continue with the next lowest-priced offer. Past Performance will also be evaluated. Offerors must submit pricing for all items and work detailed in the PWS to be considered responsive.

Special Requirements & Notes

  • Personnel: All personnel require a Tier 2 background investigation, must be US citizens, and comply with site access and security protocols. Key personnel shall be from The Presray Corporation.
  • Materials: Government will provide control panel gaskets, silicone, and existing control panel parts. The contractor must provide new, compatible parts for decon ports and in-line filters.
  • Coordination: Work schedules must be coordinated with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) at least 10 calendar days in advance.
  • Reporting: Daily service reports are required.
  • Wage Determination: The Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Kansas (Pottawatomie and Riley Counties) applies, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits.
  • Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days.

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Jun 11, 2026
Installation of Silicone Gaskets, Decon Ports and In-Line Air Filters for APR and Tornado Doors, National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, Manhattan, Kansas | GovScope