Design and Install a Custom Reverse Osmosis System for National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
ID: 12805B25Q0139Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PA AAO ACQ/PER PROPFORT COLLINS, CO, 80526, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1bee191cf26740e09a2817039cb493a9/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 18, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking qualified small businesses to design and install a custom reverse osmosis (R.O.) system and water softener for the Central Utility Plant (CUP) at the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas. The contractor will be responsible for providing an engineered installation schematic and ensuring that the system meets high water quality standards necessary for research involving zoonotic and agricultural diseases. This procurement is critical for maintaining a secure environment for ongoing research activities, and the USDA aims to award a single firm fixed-price contract on a small business set-aside basis, contingent upon receiving sufficient responses from qualified small businesses. Interested parties should contact David Hildebrand at david.hildebrand@usda.gov for further details, and responses to the sources sought notice must include specific information about the firm’s capabilities and experience by the indicated deadline.

Point(s) of Contact
David Hildebrand
david.hildebrand@usda.gov
Files
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Attachment 1 DRAFT Statement of Work.pdf
Apr 8, 2025, 7:08 PM UTC
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has outlined a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a contractor to provide and install a custom-designed Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) system and water softener at the Central Utility Plant (CUP) of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, KS. This initiative aims to meet high water quality standards necessary for research involving zoonotic and agricultural diseases in a secure environment. The document details the contractor's responsibilities, including site security access, work restrictions, detailed bids, and adherence to federal, state, and local codes. The contractor is expected to coordinate closely with USDA staff, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing research activities during installation. Deliverables include a technical schematic, daily reports, and compliance documentation. The project duration is 365 days from the Notice to Proceed, emphasizing strict compliance with safety, quality standards, and security protocols for personnel access to a sensitive research facility. Overall, the RFP outlines a comprehensive preparation and execution strategy for installing critical water treatment systems while upholding strict guidelines and maintaining scientific integrity.
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