Laboratory Renovation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for Laboratory Renovations at Wapato, WA. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 236220, $45M size standard). The project involves comprehensive remodeling of existing lab spaces. Quotations are due May 15, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The project entails remodeling existing laboratory rooms 416, 424, and 426. This includes installing new flooring, HVAC systems, lighting, improving ingress/egress, and furnishing with new cabinets, cupboards, safety eye/shower stations, and fume hoods. An optional task (CLIN 0002) covers the remodeling of room 425. Detailed Design Drawings and Design Specifications are provided as attachments, outlining demolition, new construction, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Contract Details
This is a Firm-Fixed-Price contract with a North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and a small business size standard of $45M. The period of performance is 365 calendar days after award. Bidders must adhere to the Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates for Yakima County, WA, as detailed in Wage Determination WA20260119.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Offers must be emailed to kelly.wright@usda.gov with the subject line "RFQ 1232SA26Q0454".
- Mandatory Site Visit: A mandatory site visit is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM PST. Registration is required by May 5, 2026, via email to kelly.wright@usda.gov and john.harvey@usda.gov. Unregistered contractors will not be permitted.
- Questions Due: All questions must be submitted by May 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time to kelly.wright@usda.gov.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Offers must meet all technical requirements and demonstrate acceptable past performance.
- Eligibility: Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of solicitation closing.
- Pricing: Bidders must use Attachment 4 - Schedule of Pricing and round all CLIN prices to the nearest dollar.
Contact
For inquiries, contact Kelly Wright at kelly.wright@usda.gov.