Quarantine Glass Replacement/Resealing (Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement and resealing of Quarantine glass panels at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Invasive Plant Research Lab (IPRL) in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The objective is to address flawed or damaged impact-resistant glasshouse panels.

• Replacement of flawed/damaged impact-resistant glasshouse panels.

• Re-sealing of all panels.

• Detailed requirements are provided in the attached Statement of Work (Attachment 2).

• Anticipated contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 180 days after Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to spencer.hamilton@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest price technically acceptable.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Acceptability, Technical Experience, and Past Performance.

• Offer Acceptance Period: Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the offer due date.

• Not explicitly stated as a set-aside, but includes clauses related to small business concerns.

• Solicitation Issued: April 16, 2026

• Mandatory Site Visit: April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. RSVP required by April 29, 2026.

• Questions Due: May 6, 2026, by 12:00 PM ET.

• Quotes Due: May 15, 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.

• Bid Guarantee: Not required for proposals less than $150K. Required for proposals above $150K (20% of proposed price, not to exceed $3,000,000).

• Payment and Performance Bonds: Required for awards over $35,000 (Payment Bond) and over $150,000 (Payment and Performance Bonds). Due within 10 days after notification of award.

• Attachment 1: Solicitation Terms and Conditions

• Attachment 2: Statement of Work

• Attachment 3: Dept of Labor General Decision Number FL20260197

Statement of Work (SOW)

To reinstate the biocontainment structural integrity of the USDA Invasive Plant Research Facility (IPRL) Building 17 by replacing damaged impact-resistant glasshouse panels and re-sealing all panels, while maintaining operational integrity and preventing the escape of insects and plants.

• Replace at least seven (7) damaged or weakened glass panels and any others discovered during inspection.

• Replace/repair/refurbish sealant for all panels, which was installed over two decades ago.

• Reseal/recaulk all exterior impact-resistant windows, particularly in the quarantine glasshouses.

• Ensure all replacement panes meet or exceed Miami-Dade impact-resistance codes, adhering to ARS 242.1, Florida state, and applicable building codes.

• Not explicitly detailed, but emphasis is placed on maintaining biocontainment integrity and preventing escape of insects and plants.

• Period: To be completed within a 6-month timeframe.

• Place: On-site at 3225 College Ave, Davie, FL 33314.

• Strict quarantine protocols must be followed to allow the facility to remain operational. Work may be phased.

• Contractor must provide all labor and materials.

• Interior and exterior work spaces must be maintained safely and cleanly.

• Contractor personnel must follow all federal, state, and local safety precautions.

• Contractor personnel will receive biocontainment protocol training from USDA staff and must adhere to these protocols.

• Contractor employees will be restricted to workspaces and must use portable toilets.

• Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 requirements may apply for physical access and information systems access, requiring identity proofing and background investigations for applicable contractor employees.

• Government-furnished equipment includes two operational scissor lifts for interior use.

• All progress reports and other documents must be provided electronically.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for the state of Florida, specifically for Broward County. It outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades. This information is crucial for contractors bidding on federal or federally-funded construction projects in the specified area, as it establishes the minimum wage rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics.

• General Decision Number: FL20260197, dated 01/02/2026.
• Geographic Area: Broward County, Florida.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes and apartments up to 4 stories).
• Trades Covered: Includes rates for Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator, Carpenter (various specialties), Electrician, Elevator Mechanic, Engineer (various equipment operators), Ironworker (structural and ornamental), Laborer (common, general, pipelayer), Painter, Pipefitter, Plumber, Roofer, Sheet Metal Worker, Sprinkler Fitter, Tile Setter, Truck Driver, and Welders.
• Rates and Fringes: Provides hourly rates and fringe benefit amounts for each listed trade.
• Footnotes: Details on vacation pay credit and paid holidays.
• Executive Orders: Mentions Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs when preparing their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also provides information on how to handle unlisted classifications and the wage determination appeals process.