Construction of Sugarcane Greenhouses - USDA, ARS, Southeast Area, Houma, LA
ID: 12405B25R0005Type: Presolicitation
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS SEA AAO ACQ/PER PROPSTONEVILLE, MS, 38776, USA

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Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

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CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS (Y1JZ)

Set Aside

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

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking contractors for the construction of sugarcane greenhouses in Houma, Louisiana. The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, and supplies while adhering to local, state, and federal regulations, as well as ARS Facilities and Design Standards. This initiative is crucial for advancing agricultural research and development, particularly in the field of sugarcane cultivation. Interested parties should contact Shalunda Mix at shalunda.mix@usda.gov for further details, as this opportunity is set aside for small businesses under the SBA guidelines, with the presolicitation notice indicating a focus on quality work and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for a contractor engaged by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) for unspecified tasks related to sugarcane. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and supplies in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as ARS Facilities and Design Standards. Key responsibilities include obtaining permits, maintaining a safe work environment, coordinating utility outages, and ensuring site cleanliness. The contractor must utilize bio-based products as mandated by federal legislation and submit a comprehensive Safety Plan upon contract award. A site visit is encouraged for bidders to assess project conditions, minimizing claims based on unforeseen factors. The contractor is also required to provide detailed proposals, including cost breakdowns and project management measures to effectively mitigate impacts on ongoing operations. After project completion, an inspection must be conducted, and all debris must be removed. Overall, the document stresses the contractor's accountability for quality work and adherence to safety standards while fostering responsible project management within a federal context.
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