LAN HVAC Replacement
Overview
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Set Aside
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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) number FY261222006. Award will be made to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Quotes are due May 6, 2026, at 3:00 pm MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the removal of an existing air-cooled Leibert HVAC system and the installation of a new 23-ton Liebert PDX (or equivalent) air-cooled system with a remote condensing unit in the Headquarters LAN room. The new system must integrate with the existing Carrier HVAC system via a motorized damper for airflow control. The scope includes furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, crane service, disposal of old equipment (in compliance with EPA/FAR Part 23), refrigeration piping (R-410A or alternative), electrical reconnection, and full startup/commissioning. The condenser is located on the 3rd-floor roof, requiring crane access from the SW corner of the building.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- 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
- Warranty: Minimum 1-year parts and labor; 5-year compressor warranty.
- Quote Requirement: ALL or NONE, valid for 90 days.
Key Submission Requirements
Offerors must provide:
- Technical Approach: A narrative detailing the plan of action, equipment, key team members, and schedule.
- Past Performance: Three references for similar projects, including contact information and project descriptions.
- Representations: A completed copy of FAR 52.212-3.
- UEI: An active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Timeline & Important Dates
- Offer Due Date: May 6, 2026, 3:00 pm MST
- Questions Due Date: May 1, 2026, 3:00 pm MST (email to angelica.baca@ibwc.gov)
- Mandatory Site Visit: April 24, 2026, 9:00-10:00 a.m. (POC: Sebastian Calderon, sebastian.calderon@ibwc.gov). The server room is on the second floor, accessible by elevator (4000 lbs capacity, 4ft W, 6.5ft L, 7.3ft H door).
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Factors considered are technical acceptability, technical approach, and past performance.