KY- Green River NWR Deconstruction and Mold Remed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for firm-fixed-price construction services for selective deconstruction, mold remediation, and restoration of the Headquarters Office at Green River National Wildlife Refuge, KY. The work includes interior demolition, mold and microbial remediation, HVAC and dehumidifier installation, and rebuilding interior finishes to a safe and functional condition.

• Selective deconstruction

• Mold and microbial remediation

• HVAC and dehumidifier installation

• Rebuilding interior finishes

• Site preparation, installation, and materials in accordance with the Statement of Work.

• Testing for Lead-Based Paint and Asbestos-Containing Materials

• Mold Containment

• Mold and Microbial Treatment

• Inspection for Mold Clearance Testing

• Whole-House Dehumidifiers

• Alternative Line Item for Odor Treatment

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price

• Period of Performance: 180 days from Notice to Proceed (04/13/2026 to 10/20/2026)

• NAICS Code: 562910 - Remediation Services ($25M)

• Offers are due by 03/27/2026 at local time.

• Evaluation Methodology: Lowest-Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest-priced quotation that is determined technically acceptable, fair, and reasonable.

• Submission Format: Two volumes (Volume I - Price, Volume II - Technical).

• Questions Deadline: 17 March 2026, submitted in writing to adam_graham@fws.gov.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• A site visit is scheduled for 12 March 2026 at 10 AM local (Central) at Green River National Wildlife Refuge.

• Performance and payment bonds are anticipated to be required after award. Bid and performance bonds are not anticipated unless quotes exceed $150,000.

• Offerors are responsible for their own PPE for the site visit.

• Offer acceptance and validity period: Minimum of 90 calendar days from the date submitted.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for construction services, specifically selective deconstruction and mold remediation at the Headquarters Office (Asset No. 10077414) located at the Green River National Wildlife Refuge in Spottsville, Kentucky.

• Primary Work Components:

  • Testing for Lead-Based Paint and Asbestos-Containing Materials.
  • Implementing Mold Containment.
  • Selective Deconstruction and Disposal of Refuse.
  • Primary Mold and Microbial Treatment.
  • Inspection for Mold Clearance Testing.
  • Installation of Whole-House Dehumidifiers and Restarting HVAC System.

• Optional Work: Odor Treatment.

• Auxiliary Work: Includes providing weekly construction daily reports, time logs, progress documentation (activity logs, photographs, look-ahead schedules), monthly invoicing, weekly progress meetings, and daily site cleanup. All refuse and deconstructed materials must be safely and legally disposed of offsite.

• Compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, policies, codes, and guidance.

• Adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation.

• Compliance with specifications provided in Attachment B (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Southeast Region) and Division 01 General Requirements.

• All plumbing and HVAC connections must be properly sealed.

• Work must meet or exceed industry standards for due diligence, neatness, and professionalism.

• Communications must be polite, professional, and respectful.

• Immediate notification to the COR of any discovered hazardous materials or more extensive contamination.

• Identification and elimination of workplace hazards.

• Mold remediation must achieve typical background levels, with no mold encapsulation allowed.

• Mold clearance testing must be passed, with specific air and swab test criteria.

• Dehumidifiers must maintain 45%±5% humidity for 48 hours as a closeout condition.

• Location: 10847 Green River Road 2, Spottsville, Kentucky 42458.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but the work is to be completed while the building is unoccupied.

• The building will be unoccupied during the completion of the work.

• Government will not provide labor, equipment, materials, utilities, or security.

• Contractor is responsible for quality control and quality assurance inspections.

• Material and product submittals are required, including action and informational submittals.

• A preconstruction meeting will be held after the Notice to Proceed.

• Prefinal and Final Inspections are required, with specific notification periods.

• A one (1) year warranty on completed work is required, with specific voidance conditions.

• HVAC system, main electrical breaker, and main water supply must be shut down prior to starting primary work components and restarted only after passing the Mold Clearance Test.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determinations applicable to building construction projects in Henderson County, Kentucky. It specifies the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on federally funded or assisted construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act and its related acts.

• General Decision Number: KY20260092, dated 01/30/2026.
• Superseded Decision Number: KY20250092.
• Applicable Area: Henderson County, Kentucky.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Boilermaker, Carpenter, Electrician, Power Equipment Operator, Plumber, etc.) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Special Notes: Includes specific conditions for certain classifications, such as additional rates for crane operators based on boom length (Power Equipment Operator - Crane) and footnotes detailing additional rates for structures over certain heights (Footnote A for Painter).
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations related to these orders for applicable contracts.
• Appeals Process: Details the process for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage rates can lead to contract violations. The document helps bidders understand the minimum labor costs required for the project and ensures compliance with federal labor laws.