LAN HVAC Replacement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 International Boundary and Water Commission, United States Section (IBWC) is seeking quotes for LAN HVAC Replacement at its El Paso, TX Headquarters. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). The project involves the removal of an existing HVAC unit and the installation of a new Liebert PDX (or equivalent) air-cooled system. Quotes are due by May 6, 2026, at 3:00 pm MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, and services for the LAN HVAC replacement. This includes:
- Removal and disposal of the existing air-cooled Leibert HVAC system.
- Installation of one (1) Liebert PDX Air-Cooled System with a remote condensing unit or equivalent.
- Integration of a motorized damper system with the existing Carrier HVAC system for airflow control.
- Provision of crane service, refrigeration piping, electrical reconnection, and full startup/commissioning.
- The new system must meet performance specifications including 23 tons cooling capacity, R-410A refrigerant, minimum EER of 10.0, 460V 3-phase, and digital microprocessor controls.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) No. FY261222006
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS: 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (Size Standard: $19.0 Million)
- PSC: N041 – Installation of Equipment-Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment
- Place of Performance: 4191 N. Mesa St, El Paso, TX 79902
- Quote Due Date: May 6, 2026; 3:00 pm MST
- Questions Due: May 1, 2026; 3:00 pm MST (via email to angelica.baca@ibwc.gov)
- Site Visit: April 24, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. (POC: Sebastian Calderon, sebastian.calderon@ibwc.gov)
- Quote Validity: 90 Days
- Published Date: April 20, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA), responsible offeror. Evaluation factors include:
- Technical acceptability to meet IBWC requirements.
- Technical Approach.
- Past Performance.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must quote services ALL or NONE as per the CLIN structure and SOW. The CLIN structure needs to be returned with the quote via email to angelica.baca@ibwc.gov. Offers must include an active UEI and a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (paragraph (b) if registered in SAM.gov).
Key Documents
- CLIN Structure: Details CLIN 001 for LAN HVAC Replacement - Installation Materials.
- Scope of Work (SOW): Defines technical requirements, performance specifications, and deliverables.
- Applicable Terms and Conditions: Outlines FAR clauses and provisions incorporated by reference, critical for understanding legal and regulatory requirements.