HVAC Equipment Replacement, Millville, Utah

This federal solicitation amendment (No. 12639526Q0076, Amendment 0002) issued by the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) incorporates a revised Statement of Work (SOW) and establishes critical procurement dates. The solicitation closing date is set for August 14, 2026, with a site visit scheduled for August 5, 2026, at the project location in Millville, Utah. The project objective is to remove existing, degraded HVAC equipment and install a new, upgraded system at the National Wildlife Research Center's (NWRC) Utah Field Station administrative building. The current equipment—including five office Variable Air Volume (VAV) units, 11 zone heaters, three Air Handling Units (AHUs), and the hot water system—suffers from severe leaks, worn components, unresponsive dampers, and control failures. To address these issues and accommodate changed facility usage, the revised SOW outlines major mechanical modifications. Key requirements include: - Reconfiguring the mechanical room by removing outdated pumps, piping, and secondary loops, and installing two new hot-water pumps in a redundant duty/standby layout. - Converting AHU 1 and AHU 2 to single-zone operations with new sensors, actuators, and control valves. - Upgrading AHU 3 with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and new pressure transducers. - Replacing VAV controllers, zone sensors, and installing three-way control valves. - Installing a new JACE-9000 Niagara front-end control system with 3-D floorplan graphics, a touchscreen interface, and providing training for on-site personnel.

The National Wildlife Research Center’s Utah Field Station (NWRC) requires the removal of old HVAC equipment and the installation of new systems at its administrative building. This project, identified as RFP 12639526Q0076, Attachment 1, aims to improve climate control, ease maintenance, and enhance productivity. The upgrade is also crucial for animal welfare, as the building occasionally houses animals for quarantine or medical procedures, a need highlighted by a recent Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee inspection. The project, located at the USDA APHIS National Wildlife Research Center in Millville, UT, involves removing hydronic heating and existing mechanical room equipment. New installations include two furnaces, coils, and air conditioners adapted to existing ducting for the north end of the building, nine mini-split heat pump systems for offices, and three electric cover heaters with thermostats for restrooms and the safe room. The scope encompasses all necessary equipment, materials, and labor.

Solicitation 12639526Q0076, issued by the USDA, seeks a contractor for HVAC Equipment Replacement at the National Wildlife Research Center in Millville, UT. This total small business set-aside project, estimated between $25,000 and $100,000, requires replacing old HVAC and installing new systems to improve climate control, ease maintenance, and enhance productivity, particularly for animals temporarily housed for quarantine. Quotes, due by April 23, 2026, at 11 a.m. MT, will be evaluated on a lowest price, technically acceptable basis, considering relevant experience and past performance. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 8, 2026. The awarded firm-fixed price construction purchase order will require work completion within 45 days of the Notice to Proceed, with a payment bond required within 10 days of award. Key attachments include the Statement of Work, Specifications (Lennox or equal), and Federal Construction Wage Rates for Cache County. The solicitation also incorporates various FAR and AGAR clauses, including anti-discrimination and DEI compliance, and outlines progress payment terms.

The General Decision Number UT20260082, effective January 2, 2026, outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for building construction projects in Cache County, Utah, excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories. It lists specific wage rates for various crafts like electricians, plumbers, sheet metal workers, bricklayers, carpenters, and laborers, along with their respective fringe benefits. The document also details Executive Order 13706, which mandates paid sick leave for federal contractors, and Executive Order 13658, which sets a minimum wage for workers on certain federal contracts. It provides guidance on adding unlisted classifications and explains the identifiers used for union, weighted union average, and survey rates. Furthermore, it describes the appeals process for wage determinations, including initial decisions, requests for review by the Wage and Hour Administrator, and appeals to the Administrative Review Board.

The document outlines a comprehensive project for HVAC system upgrades, detailing the supply and installation of 11 split systems, including 1-ton, 1.5-ton, and 2.5-ton units. It provides extensive submittal data for various Lennox and Samsung mini-split heat pumps, specifying performance, dimensions, electrical requirements, and features like WindFree™ mode, Wi-Fi connectivity, and AI Auto Mode. The document also lists field-installed accessories such as wiring and wall brackets, alongside a 7-year compressor and 5-year component warranty for mini-split systems. A 2.5-ton split system condenser, evaporator coil, and furnace are also detailed, with their own specifications, electrical data, dimensions, and warranty information. The project also includes miscellaneous items like condensate pumps.

The document is an amendment to solicitation 12639526Q0076 issued by USDA APHIS, Minneapolis, MN. The effective date of this amendment is March 24, 2026. The primary purpose of this amendment is to postpone the solicitation indefinitely. A new amendment will be issued at a later date to establish a new closing date for offers. Offerors are required to acknowledge receipt of this amendment by one of three methods: completing and returning copies of the amendment, acknowledging receipt on each offer copy, or sending a separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified time may result in the rejection of an offer.

The document appears to be a contact list for various companies and individuals, primarily in the mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing trades. It includes names, company affiliations, phone numbers, and email addresses. This type of information is commonly compiled during the bidding or vendor selection process for government RFPs, federal grants, or state and local RFPs, where various contractors submit their details to be considered for projects. The list serves as a directory of potential service providers and their contact information, which would be essential for project managers or procurement officers to solicit bids or communicate with vendors.