Upgrade Greenhouse Controls
Overview
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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 proposals to upgrade greenhouse controls at its facility in Parlier, CA. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the replacement of outdated Procom controllers with new Procom II systems and associated sensors to support critical research. Proposals are due March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for:
- Providing a proposal for the installation of new Procom II controls and required sensors.
- Replacing existing Procom Controllers in eight greenhouse bays and two hallways.
- Purchasing and installing specific brand-name items including Procom II Controllers, output expansion modules, a Weather Master with outdoor sensors, aspirated temperature/humidity sensors, and Series 100 motor controls. "Equal" products must meet salient characteristics and be clearly identified.
- Furnishing all necessary equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Providing training to research staff on the programming and use of the new controllers.
- Adhering to federal and industry standards, security, state, and safety regulations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (Request for Quotation)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS: 334512 (Small Business Size Standard: 650 Employees)
- PSC: J036 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Special Industry Machinery)
- Place of Performance: USDA-ARS, 9611 S Riverbend Ave Parlier, CA 93648
- Period of Performance: Completion between July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026.
- Wage Determination: The Service Contract Labor Standards apply, with specific wage rates for HVAC Mechanic ($30.65) and Instrument Mechanic ($34.57) for Fresno County, CA.
Submission & Evaluation
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET (2:00 PM PT).
- Questions Due: March 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT (1:00 PM PT) via email to lynn.hults@usda.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror presenting the highest technically rated solution, provided the price is fair and reasonable, and past performance is acceptable or neutral. This is not a lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) award, and tradeoffs will not be conducted.
- Technical Approach: Evaluates ability to meet SOW requirements, including schedule. Offerors must detail any SOW requirements they cannot accomplish.
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Assessed as acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable, using references, USDA contracts, federal sources, and CPARS.
- Required Submission: Quotations must include pricing for all items and demonstrate capability to meet requirements.
- Site Walk: Highly encouraged prior to proposal submission.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates FAR and AGAR clauses by reference, including specific provisions on Anti-Discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Compliance (AGAR 452.203-71) and Certification (AGAR 452.203-70). Offerors must certify compliance with these requirements, which are material terms of the contract.