Laboratory Renovation

Amendment / Modification

• The solicitation response date/time has been extended to June 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

• The "Date distributed" has been updated to May 18, 2026.

• Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) descriptions for CLIN 0001 and 0002 have been updated to more accurately reflect the work being executed.

  • For CLIN 0001, the "Base" description has changed from remodeling rooms 416, 424, 426 to renovating existing rooms 413, 414, 415, 416, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 427A, 427B, and a partial remodel of 426 to create new research labs 416 and 424.
  • For CLIN 0002, "Option 1" description has changed from remodeling existing room 425 to remodeling existing room 425 plus additional work in existing room 426 as defined on drawings.

• Attachment 4 Revision 1, the Schedule of Pricing, has been updated to reflect the new CLIN descriptions.

• Attachment 5, a "Consolidated List of RFI Questions," has been added.

• Solicitation response date/time.

• CLIN 0001 and 0002 descriptions.

• Attachment 4 (Schedule of Pricing).

• Attachment 5 (RFI Questions).

• The proposal deadline has been extended to June 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Pricing (Attachment 4, Revision 1) for the opportunity. Bidders are instructed to use this sheet to provide their pricing for the CLINs outlined.

• Instruction: Round offer prices for each CLIN to the nearest dollar amount; do not provide cents.
• CLIN 0001: Base period for renovation of existing rooms (detailed list provided) to form new research labs.
• CLIN 0002: Option 1 for remodeling existing room 425 and additional work in room 426.
• Contract Total with All Options: Currently shows 0.0, to be filled in by the bidder.

This attachment is critical for bidders to understand the pricing structure and provide their financial offer for the renovation work. Adherence to the rounding instruction is mandatory.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains responses to Request for Information (RFI) questions submitted by potential bidders regarding solicitation 1232SA26Q0454 Amendment 0004.

• Commissioning Agent: The Contractor shall hire the 3rd-party commissioning agent.
• Hood Liners & Work Surfaces: Fiberglass liners for the Premier hood are acceptable. Epoxy worktops are acceptable, and no cupsink is required for the hood.
• Cabinets Below Hoods: Cabinets below fume hoods are to be standard cabinets.
• Bid Alternate 1 Scope: Follow the plans for the scope of Bid Alternate 1, which includes rooms 425 and potentially 424.
• Electrical Conduit Runs: Conduit runs for dedicated receptacles will be approximately 150 feet, and other circuits will be between 130-140 feet.
• Superintendent/QC/SSHO Roles: A separate individual is required for QC, and a separate individual is required for SSHO. The superintendent can double as site SSHO if they are qualified.
• Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP): The FACP is not in scope and will remain in its current location. Relocation plans are not required.
• VFDs for Fume Hoods: Two rooftop disconnects are required for separate operation of fume hoods with independent VFD control. VFDs must remain in the mechanical room.
• Voice/Data Cables: Voice and data cables are to be relocated to new drops. Remaining cables not relocated will be demolished.
• Asbestos: No asbestos is anticipated.
• Phasing: No phasing is required; the work area will be vacated.

These clarifications address ambiguities and provide specific details regarding materials, scope, and personnel requirements, which may impact bidder proposals and pricing. Bidders should review these responses carefully to ensure their proposals align with the clarified requirements.

Amendment / Modification

• The due date for offeror responses has been extended.

• The Offeror due date has been changed from 15-MAY-26 to 22-MAY-26 at 10:00 AM CST.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to 22-MAY-26 at 10:00 AM CST to allow additional time for RFI Question responses.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation by adding two new clauses:

1. FAR clause "52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Apr 2026)": This clause requires contractors to avoid racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities and to report any known subcontractor conduct that may violate this clause. Compliance with this clause is material to the Government's payment decisions.
2. AGAR Clause "452.203-72 Unenforceable Supplier Terms (Apr 2026)": This clause addresses supplier terms that are inconsistent with Federal law. It clarifies that such terms are unenforceable against the Government and are deemed stricken from the agreement. It outlines specific types of terms that are considered unenforceable, including those imposing future fees, requiring indemnification, restricting the Government's ability to obtain supplies from other sources, or subjecting the Government to foreign laws or venues for dispute resolution.

New clauses have been added to the solicitation. Specific sections of the original solicitation are not explicitly identified as being changed or replaced, but the overall terms and conditions are updated by these additions.

This amendment does not appear to change the proposal submission deadline or evaluation factors. However, bidders should review the newly added clauses to ensure their proposals and future contract performance will comply with these requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies solicitation 1232SA2600454, dated 04/14/2026.

• Adds evaluation criterion (e) under "Technically Acceptable" to the original solicitation. This criterion was previously stated in the "Site Visit Information" document uploaded to SAM.gov.

• Adds a new evaluation criterion (e) related to site visit attendance.

• The amendment clarifies that offerors must attend a Government-led site visit of the construction site.

• Offerors who do not attend the site visit will be found non-responsive.

• The site visit is intended to ensure offerors understand the orientation and layout of the construction site and that their offer is reasonable and contextual to the worksite.

• The amendment does not explicitly state if proposal deadlines or other submission requirements have been modified, but it emphasizes the importance of understanding the site conditions for the offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for laboratory renovations at Wapato, WA. The acquisition is set-aside for Total Small Business concerns, with an applicable NAICS code of 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and a small business size standard of $45M.

• Project Title: Laboratory Renovation at Wapato, WA.

• Scope of Work: Includes remodeling existing rooms (416, 424, 426) with new flooring, HVAC, lighting, ingress/egress, cabinets, cup boards, safety eye and shower, and fume hoods. An option for remodeling room 425 is also included.

• Technical Data: 100% Design Drawings and 100% Design Specifications are available as attachments.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: 365 calendar days after award.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the small business size standard is $45M.

• Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Time.

• Submission Method: Emailed offers to kelly.wright@usda.gov with the subject line "RFQ 1232SA26Q0454".

• Evaluation: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Offers must meet all requirements and be technically acceptable. Past performance will be rated as acceptable or unacceptable.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Set-Aside: Total Small Business.

• Registration: Offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active registration at the time of solicitation closing.

• Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.

• Failure to provide required documents or meet criteria may result in a non-responsive or ineligible offer.

• Questions are due by May 8th, 2026.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains "DESIGN DRAWINGS" for the "RENOVATE LAB SPACE" project at the USDA Temperate Tree Fruit & Vegetable Research Unit. It is a "100% DESIGN SUBMITTAL" dated "03-19-2026".

• Cover Sheet (G-001): Lists project team, applicable codes, and drawing index.
• General Information (G-010): Includes regional maps, site location, and a renovation key plan.
• Demolition Plans (AD-100, AD-120, AD-130): Detail areas for demolition of walls, ceilings, and roofing.
• Floor Plans (A-100, A-120): Show the layout of the renovated spaces, including room designations and existing/new partitions.
• Reflected Ceiling Plans (A-120, A-130): Illustrate ceiling layouts and lighting.
• Equipment Plans & Elevations (A-141, A-144): Provide detailed views and dimensions of laboratory equipment and casework.
• 3D Views (A-142, A-143, A-145): Offer visual representations of the renovated lab spaces.
• Mechanical Plans (M0.1, M0.2, M1.0, M1.1, M2.0, M2.1, M2.2, M2.3, M5.0, M6.0, M7.0): Detail HVAC systems, including site plans, demolition plans, piping plans, and diagrams.
• Plumbing Plans (P0.1, P0.2, P1.0, P1.1, P1.2, P2.0, P2.1, P2.2, P2.3, P6.0, P7.0): Cover plumbing site plans, demolition plans, and new installation plans for various systems (waste, vent, hot/cold water, lab gas, etc.).
• Electrical Plans (EG001, ED001, EP001, EP002, EP003): Include legends, general requirements, demolition plans, power plans, lighting plans, and panel schedules.
• Schedules: Various schedules for fixtures, piping, ductwork, equipment, and electrical components.

This document provides the comprehensive design details for the "Renovate Lab Space" project. Bidders will need to review these drawings to understand the full scope of work, including demolition, new construction, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, as well as specific equipment and finishes. The "100% DESIGN SUBMITTAL" indicates that the design is near finalization and provides a detailed basis for bidding.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS" which lists the various divisions and sections of a larger specification document. It provides an outline of the topics covered within the specification, including general requirements, existing conditions, openings, finishes, equipment, furnishings, special construction, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and related work specified elsewhere.

• Division 01: General Requirements (Summary of Work, Work Restrictions, Administrative Requirements, Project Schedule, Governmental Safety Requirements, Quality Control, Temporary Construction Facilities and Controls, Construction Waste Management and Disposal, Temporary Environmental Controls, Building Commissioning)
• Division 02: Existing Conditions (Demolition and Deconstruction)
• Division 08: Openings (Steel Doors and Frames)
• Division 09: Finishes (Gypsum Board, Acoustical Ceilings, Resilient Flooring)
• Division 11: Equipment (Laboratory Equipment and Fumehoods)
• Division 12: Furnishings (Healthcare Casework)
• Division 13: Special Construction (Seismic Control for Nonstructural Components)
• Division 22: Plumbing (General Purpose, Compressed Air Piping Systems, Gas and Vacuum Systems for Healthcare Facilities)
• Division 23: Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (System Cleaning, Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods, Common Piping for HVAC, Seismic Bracing for Mechanical Systems, TAB for HVAC)
• Division 26: Electrical (Insulated Wire and Cable, Power System Studies, Apparatus Inspection and Testing, Adjustable Speed Drive Systems, Interior Lighting)

This document serves as a table of contents for a comprehensive set of project specifications. Bidders should review this document to understand the scope and organization of the full specification package. It helps in quickly identifying relevant sections for specific trades or areas of work, allowing for a more efficient review of the detailed requirements for the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination in Washington State, specifically for Yakima County. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction-related job classifications. This information is crucial for contractors to ensure they are meeting federal labor standards for projects subject to the Davis-Bacon Act.

• General Decision Number: WA20260119
• State: Washington
• County: Yakima County
• Construction Type: Building (excluding single-family homes and apartments up to 4 stories)
• Effective Date: 01/02/2026
• Listed Classifications: Includes rates for trades such as Heat & Frost Insulator, Bricklayer, Tile Finisher, Carpenter, Electrician, various Operators (Blade Finish, Bulldozer, Grader/Blade, Paver, Loader, Concrete Pump, Drill, Crane), Ironworker, Laborers (Form Stripping, Jackhammer, Nozzle Person, Mason Tender Brick, Fire Watch, Hod Carrier, Scaffold Builder, Grade Checker, Common or General, Concrete Saw Chain, Mason Tender Cement/Concrete, Pipelayer), Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe Operator, Bobcat/Skid Steer/Skid Loader Operator, Mechanic Operator, Oiler Operator, Roller Operator, Plumber, Sprinkler Fitter, Pipefitter, Roofer, Sheetmetal Worker, and Truck Drivers (Concrete Truck, Dump Truck).
• Executive Order Notes: Includes information on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors).

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to contract violations. The document also provides information on how to appeal wage determinations.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides important information regarding a mandatory site visit and the process for submitting questions related to an upcoming solicitation (identified by title "1232SA26Q0454 Site Visit Registration"). It outlines the date, time, and location for the site visit, as well as the registration procedure and deadline.

• Site Visit: Mandatory for all offerors. Scheduled for May 7th, 2026, at 9:00 AM PST. Vendors must register by emailing kelly.wright@usda.gov and john.harvey@usda.gov by May 5th, 2026. Unregistered contractors will not be permitted.
• Attendee Policy: Attendees must be employed by the prime contractor intending to offer. Subcontractors may attend but must clearly identify the prime contractor they represent. Prime contractors cannot send multiple subcontractors to represent them, and failure to disclose representation may result in the prime contract not receiving credit for attendance.
• Questions Submission: Questions are due by May 8th, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time, and must be submitted via email to kelly.wright@usda.gov. The email subject line should include the solicitation name and number.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule (Attachment 4) for the opportunity. Bidders are instructed to round offer prices for each CLIN to the nearest dollar amount, excluding cents.

• CLIN 0001: Base - Remodeling existing rooms 416, 424, 426.
• CLIN 0002: Option 1 - Remodeling existing room 425.
• Contract Total with All Options: Currently listed as 0.0.
• Instructions: Round all CLIN prices to the nearest dollar.

This attachment requires bidders to provide pricing for the specified CLINs, adhering to the rounding instructions. The total contract value will be calculated based on these prices. Bidders should carefully review the CLIN descriptions and provide accurate, rounded pricing.