Black Avenue Furnace Replacement
ID: 1240LS26Q0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 7Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT (J041)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e05a0e6f144743f1b0a83d9a8b6b11f9/view
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    Description

    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service, is seeking qualified contractors for the Black Avenue Furnace Replacement project in Big Piney, Wyoming. This procurement involves the decommissioning, removal, and replacement of a non-functional natural gas furnace at a Forest Service residential facility, with specific requirements for the new furnace, including a minimum of 100,000 BTU and 96% AFUE efficiency. The project is critical for maintaining operational heating capabilities in the facility and requires adherence to technical specifications and proper disposal practices. Interested parties must submit their quotes by January 20, 2026, along with required documentation, including a Schedule of Items and a Past Performance Questionnaire, with questions due by January 14, 2026. For further inquiries, contact Whit Fausett at arlen.fausett@usda.gov.

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    Whit Fausett
    arlen.fausett@usda.gov
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    1240LS26Q0003 Black Ave. Furnace Replacement_Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions.pdf
    The Black Avenue Furnace Replacement solicitation (1240LS26Q0003) is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for decommissioning, removal, and replacement of a non-functional natural gas furnace at a Forest Service residential facility in Big Piney, WY. This is a total small business set-aside. The project requires a furnace with specific technical characteristics (e.g., 100,000 BTU minimum, 96% AFUE, ECM motor). Offers for “or equal” products must include descriptive literature demonstrating compliance with salient characteristics. Quotes will be evaluated on a lowest-price, technically acceptable basis, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance. The USDA requires project completion by April 15, 2026. Key submission requirements include a Schedule of Items, certification of completion by the deadline, past performance questionnaire, and technical response. Questions are due by January 14, 2026, and quotes by January 20, 2026, both by 10:00 AM MT via email.
    1240LS26Q0003 Black Ave. Furnace Replacement_Attachment 2 Statement of Work.pdf
    The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service seeks a contractor for the "0403 SERV NEW Black Ave Furnace Replacement" project in Big Piney, WY. This project involves decommissioning, removing, and replacing a non-functional natural gas furnace at a Forest Service residential facility. The existing Lennox furnace in a confined crawl space requires careful navigation around existing plumbing. The contractor must install a new natural gas furnace, preferably a "Coleman 79ES100C20SMPS1 Furnace 96% Efficient ECM Drive Motor" or an approved equivalent, adhering to "SECTION 235416.13 - GAS-FIRED FURNACES" specifications. Tasks include decommissioning, installation, fabrication, and systems testing, with completion by April 15, 2026. Travel costs are to be included in the bid. The contract includes a five-year warranty on the furnace heat exchanger and one year for other components. The project emphasizes proper disposal, adherence to technical requirements, and thorough testing to ensure functionality.
    1240LS26Q0003 Black Ave. Furnace Replacement_Attachment 3 Schedule of Items.pdf
    Attachment 3 – Schedule of Items outlines a solicitation for the removal and replacement of an existing heating system. The document, which appears to be part of a government Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar procurement, specifies a single item for bid: "Remove and Replace Existing Heating System," with a quantity of one and a unit of issue as "LS." It requires bidders to submit pricing for this item. Additionally, the attachment includes a section for the quoter's company information, requesting details such as Company Name, UEI Number from SAM.gov, Printed Name and Signature of Company Representative, Date, Phone Number, and Email Address. A crucial note states that only one award will be made from this solicitation, and contractors must provide pricing for all listed items.
    1240LS26Q0003 Black Ave. Furnace Replacement_Attachment 4 - Wage Determination 2015-5409 Rev. 26 7-8-25.pdf
    This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5409 Revision No. 26, outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in specific Wyoming counties, effective July 8, 2025. It details hourly wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75) and 13658 ($13.30), contingent on contract award dates. The document lists numerous occupational categories with corresponding wage rates and specifies benefits like health & welfare ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour if EO 13706 applies), vacation (2-4 weeks), and eleven paid holidays. It also includes provisions for paid sick leave under EO 13706, hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and a conformance process for unlisted occupations, emphasizing adherence to the Service Contract Act.
    1240LS26Q0003 Black Ave. Furnace Replacement_Exhibit #1 Past Performance and Equipment Questionnaire.pdf
    The provided document, "Exhibit #1 – Past Performance and Equipment Questionnaire," is a critical form for contractors responding to government solicitations, likely for HVAC repair projects. It requires detailed information on a contractor's experience, including years in business, time as a prime or sub-contractor, and a comprehensive list of completed and incomplete HVAC repair projects within the last three years. The form also investigates any past failures to complete work, requiring explanations. Additionally, it gathers data on available equipment and staffing, asking for the number of employees, whether they are regularly on the payroll, and their individual experience. Contractors must also confirm if they have examined the project area. The document concludes with a certification statement and a schedule narrative, requesting an anticipated completion date for repairs by April 15, 2026, based on an expected January 30, 2026 award date, or an alternative earliest completion date if the primary deadline cannot be met.
    1240LS26Q0003 Black Ave. Furnace Replacement_Exhibit #2 SF1413 Subcontractor Form.pdf
    Exhibit #2 – Subcontractor Form SF1413 is a crucial document within federal government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs. Its main purpose is to serve as a standardized form, SF1413, for subcontractors to complete and submit. This form likely details information about the subcontractor, their qualifications, proposed work, and other relevant data required for evaluation by the prime contractor and the awarding government entity. The inclusion of this exhibit ensures transparency and due diligence in the selection and vetting of all parties involved in a government contract, maintaining compliance with federal acquisition regulations and grant requirements.
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