Repair HVAC Systems, Gainesville, FL

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Repair HVAC Systems" project in Gainesville, FL. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is procuring these services.

• Repair of HVAC systems in Building 1, Gainesville, Florida.

• The work will be based on either Attachment 1 (Design Drawings) or Attachment 2 (Alternate Design Drawings), with a single award to be made for one of these options.

• The project requires adherence to various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses and provisions.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: 365 calendar days after award.

• Delivery Location: SEA CENTER FOR MEDICAL AGRI & VET E, 1600 SW 23RD DRIVE, GAINESVILLE FL 32608 US.

• Offers are due by 07/09/2026 at 10:00 AM local time.

• Offers must be held firm until 30 September 2026.

• Evaluation will be based on a best-value approach, considering price, technical approach, and past performance.

• A site visit is scheduled for June 24, 2026.

• Questions are due by June 25, 2026.

• This competition is set aside for Total Small Business.

• Applicable NAICS code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors).

• Prospective offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of solicitation closing.

• The solicitation includes several attachments: Design Drawings (Attachment 1), Alternate Design Drawings (Attachment 2), Design Specifications (Attachment 3), and Wage Determination (Attachment 4).

• The document outlines detailed requirements for submittals, work management, materials, site superintendence, employee requirements, final inspection, invoicing, and payment procedures.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains design drawings for the "Repair HVAC Systems, Building 1 Base Bid" project at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Center for Medical Agricultural and Veterinary Entomology (CMAVE) in Gainesville, FL. It details the scope of work, site plans, HVAC and electrical layouts, demolition plans, and equipment schedules.

• Title Sheet (T-101): Project overview, design contract, and order numbers.
• Index of Drawings (T-102): Lists all included drawing sheets by discipline (Civil, HVAC, Electrical, etc.).
• Site Plan (C-101): General site conditions and contractor laydown areas.
• HVAC Drawings (M-001 to M-701): General notes, symbol legends, demolition plans for first floor and roof, first floor and roof HVAC plans, mechanical details, schedules (Air Handling Units, Exhaust Fans), and sequence of operation for the dedicated outdoor unit (AHU-1).
• Electrical Drawings (E-001 to E-701): Electrical legend, demolition plans for first floor and roof, first floor and roof power plans, equipment schedules, and panel schedules.
• Lightning Protection Plan (EG101): Details for modifying the existing lightning protection system to accommodate new roof-mounted equipment.

These drawings are critical for understanding the existing conditions, the scope of work for HVAC system repairs and replacements in Building 1, and the associated electrical and lightning protection modifications. Bidders must use these drawings to accurately estimate costs, plan their work, and ensure compliance with all specified requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "Alternate Design Drawings" for the "Repair HVAC Systems, Building 1" project. It provides detailed architectural and engineering drawings related to the HVAC system repairs and replacements.

• Title Sheet: Identifies the project as "REPAIR HVAC SYSTEMS, BUILDING 1 - BID ALTERNATE" for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Center for Medical Agricultural and Veterinary Entomology (CMAVE) in Gainesville, FL.
• Index of Drawings: Lists all drawings included in the set, categorized by discipline (General, Civil, HVAC, Electrical).
• General Notes: Outlines project-specific requirements, contractor responsibilities, and safety protocols.
• HVAC Drawings: Detail the scope of work for HVAC system repairs and replacements, including demolition plans, mechanical site plans, enlarged mechanical room details, and equipment schedules.
• Electrical Drawings: Detail the electrical work required to support the HVAC system repairs, including demolition plans, electrical site plans, and equipment schedules.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the full scope of work for the HVAC repair project. They provide the technical specifications, layout, and details necessary for accurate bidding, material procurement, and execution of the work. Bidders must review these drawings to assess the complexity, requirements, and potential challenges of the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Specifications" document for the "Repair HVAC System, Buildings 1 and 11" project. It details the design specifications for the repair and replacement of HVAC systems at the USDA Center for Medical and Veterinary Entomology (CMAVE) in Gainesville, Florida.

• Project Overview: Repair of HVAC systems in Buildings 1 and 11.
• Location: USDA Center for Medical and Veterinary Entomology (CMAVE), 1600 SW 23rd Drive, Gainesville, FL.
• Prepared For: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (ARS).
• Contract Number/Order Number: 12405B21D0003 / 1232SA25F0354.
• Date Prepared: May 4, 2026.
• Table of Contents: The document includes a detailed table of contents outlining various divisions and sections related to construction requirements, existing conditions, metals, thermal and moisture protection, finishes, HVAC, and electrical work.

This document serves as the primary technical specification for the HVAC repair project. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the full scope of work, including specific requirements for HVAC systems, materials, installation, testing, and quality control. It is crucial for bidders to identify all relevant sections, particularly Division 23 (Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning), to accurately estimate costs and develop their proposals. The document also references numerous other specification sections and standards that must be adhered to.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a "General Decision" which provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction classifications in Alachua County, Florida. It is intended to be incorporated into federal or federally funded construction contracts to ensure laborers and mechanics are paid at least the locally prevailing wages.

• General Decision Number: FL20260194
• Publication Date: 05/18/2026
• State: Florida
• Construction Types: Building
• Counties: Florida Counties of Alachua
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., ASBESTOS WORKER, ELEVATOR MECHANIC, OPERATOR, IRONWORKER, PLUMBER, PIPEFITTER, TRUCK DRIVER, SHEET METAL WORKER, CARPENTER, WELDER) along with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors).
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains the coding system used to identify union, union average, and survey rates.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determinations.

Bidders must review these wage rates to understand the labor costs associated with performing the construction work described in the solicitation. These rates are mandatory for compliance with labor standards on federal or federally funded projects. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can result in penalties. Bidders should factor these costs into their proposals.