The Department of Defense, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) in Newport, Rhode Island, is soliciting bids for the B113 R124 Heat Pump Project, a construction contract set aside exclusively for small businesses. The project entails the installation of heat pumps, requiring contractors to provide both labor and materials while adhering to various technical and safety regulations. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to supporting small business participation in federal contracting, with an estimated project cost ranging from $100,000 to $250,000. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by April 10, 2025, following a mandatory site visit on March 24, 2025, and are encouraged to contact Michael N. Ouellette at Michael.n.ouellette.civ@us.navy.mil or 401-832-5568 for further details.