Renovate Headhouse/Greenhouse In El Reno, OK
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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 HUBZone contractors for the Renovation of the Headhouse/Greenhouse facility (EC04) in El Reno, OK. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial construction services to return the facility to full operations. Quotations are due by May 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The project involves comprehensive renovation of the EC04 Headhouse and Greenhouse, including:
- Renovation of the Headhouse/Greenhouse facilities.
- West Greenhouse Renovation.
- East Greenhouse Renovation (Option).
- Generator Replacement (Option).
- Headhouse Lights and Mechanical Replacement (Option).
- HVAC/Mechanical replacement.
Detailed architectural and engineering drawings, along with specifications, are provided in Attachments 1 and 2. An asbestos and lead-containing paint inspection report indicates no asbestos or lead was identified in sampled areas.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Request for Quotation (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: 180 days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP) is issued. The NTP will be issued upon approval of all required on-site submittals. The initial start date of June 1, 2026, is a guesstimate, and the actual completion date will be 180 days from NTP issuance (e.g., if NTP is August 1, 2026, completion is January 29, 2027).
- Set-Aside: Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.
- Small Business Size Standard: $45 Million.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Email quotations to david.hildebrand@usda.gov with the subject line "RFQ 1232SA26Q0348".
- Required Documents: Completed SF 1442 (acknowledging Amendment 0001), SF 24 Bid Bond (20% of proposed price, not to exceed $500,000), two relevant experience references, and a transmittal summary letter.
- Evaluation: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest price that is technically acceptable.
- Mandatory Site Visit: Required for technical acceptability. Scheduled for April 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST at 7207 West Cheyenne Street, El Reno, OK 73036. Registration is required by April 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: April 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST (email david.hildebrand@usda.gov).
- Site Visit Registration Deadline: April 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.
- Mandatory Site Visit: April 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
- Offer Submission Deadline: May 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time.
Important Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. Amendment 0001 updated the NAICS description and size standard; bidders must acknowledge this amendment. The latest wage determination (OK20260041 Mod 1, dated Jan 23, 2026) is applicable.