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