Repair Metal Panels, Door, and Ridge Cap (Stuttgart, AR)

Quick Summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), number 1232SA26Q0123, for Repair of Metal Panels, Door, and Ridge Cap at the Tank Farm Metal Building located at the Stuttgart National Aquaculture Center (SNARC) in Stuttgart, AR. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.

Scope of Work

This project involves comprehensive repairs to the Tank Farm metal building. Key tasks include:

• Replacing approximately 130 linear feet of 3'x8' metal panels, ensuring proper sealing against rodent and bird entry, and applying weatherproof seals to fasteners.
• Installing approximately 75'x7' of waterproof PVC or FRP board on the interior to cover deteriorating insulation, with bracing at the bottom.
• Replacing two sets of commercial 36"x84" double doors and frames, which must then be painted with an epoxy coating (white).
• Repairing the existing ridge cap by installing hardware cloth to deter birds. All work must minimize impact on Government operations, maintain clean work areas, and use materials conforming to applicable Federal Specifications and Standards.

Contract Details

• Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
• Anticipated Award Type: Firm Fixed Price Contract
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with a small business size standard of $45M.
• Period of Performance: Not to exceed 180 days from the date of notice to proceed.
• Place of Performance: Stuttgart National Aquaculture Center (SNARC), 2955 Highway 130 E, Stuttgart, AR 72160.
• Response Due: February 25, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC.
• Published Date: January 21, 2026.

Submission & Evaluation

Offerors must submit quotes via email to Spencer Hamilton (spencer.hamilton@usda.gov). Required submission items include:

• An email quote and pricing.
• SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration.
• Acknowledgement of amendments (SF-30).
• Completed electronic representations and certifications at SAM.gov.
• A technical quote detailing capability and approach.
• Past performance examples (3 projects within the last 5 years). Quotes will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. The lowest-priced quote will be assessed for technical acceptability; if unacceptable, the next lowest will be evaluated. Past performance will be assessed as "acceptable" or "neutral" for award eligibility. Prevailing wage rates (DOL AR20260018) apply.

Key Dates & Actions

• Site Visit: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. RSVP required by Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
• Questions Due: Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
• Quote Submission Deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC.
• Contact: Spencer Hamilton, spencer.hamilton@usda.gov. Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days. Contractors will be required to submit a Site Safety Specific Plan and a Construction Progress and Payment Schedule (Form ARS-371) within 14 days of contract award/Notice to Proceed.