Greenhouse Phase V Renovation (Fargo, ND)

This federal solicitation (RFQ# 1232SA26Q0870) is issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) for the Phase V Renovation of the Northern Crop Science Laboratories (NCSL) greenhouse in Fargo, North Dakota. The project requires the selected contractor to perform construction, demolition, renovation, and hazardous material removal. The procurement is structured as a total small business set-aside. It consists of a base bid to renovate greenhouse Range F (CLIN 0001), alongside two option items: renovating Range G (CLIN 0002) and repairing the headhouse roof (CLIN 0003). The anticipated contract is a firm-fixed-price award with a performance period of 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Due to hazardous materials on site, attendance at the organized site visit on July 9, 2026, is mandatory for quote consideration. Offerors must submit quotes electronically to Spencer Hamilton by the designated deadline on SAM.gov. Submissions must include pricing, active SAM.gov registration, technical experience detailing at least three similar projects within the past five years, and past performance information. Award will be determined using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method among qualified vendors who attended the mandatory site visit. For proposals exceeding $150,000, a 20% bid guarantee is required, and the awardee must furnish performance and payment bonds within 10 days of notification. Standard FAR and AGAR clauses, including updated provisions regarding supplier terms and DEI compliance, are incorporated.

This federal technical specifications document details Phase V of the USDA Northern Crop Science Laboratories (NCSL) Greenhouse Renovation in Fargo, North Dakota (A-E Contract No. 12805B23D0005). Submitted to the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) by The Schemmer Associates and Page Southerland Page, the project entails the complete renovation, demolition, construction, and hazardous materials abatement of one greenhouse range under a single prime, stipulated-price contract. Key provisions require the contractor to submit a site-specific safety plan, maintain an OSHA-certified "competent person" on-site, and adhere to strict security protocols, including ARS badging and restricted photography. Regular working hours are defined as Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. The document highlights known asbestos-containing materials (greater than 1%) on-site, requiring compliance with federal and state remediation regulations and the utilization of certified abatement subcontractors. Additionally, the contractor must implement a Waste Management Plan aimed at diverting a minimum of 40% of construction and demolition waste from landfills. Two bid alternates are structured within the procurement: Alternate No. 1 covers the complete renovation of Greenhouse Range G, and Alternate No. 2 involves the complete demolition and replacement of the roofing for the headhouse and connector to the NCSL building. Government-furnished utilities (water and electricity) are available at no cost to the contractor, subject to strict conservation and backflow prevention requirements.

This document consists of the architectural cover sheet, code compliance plan, scope of work, and information sheet for Phase V of the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Northern Crop Science Laboratory (NCSL) Greenhouses, located at 1307 18th Street North, Fargo, ND. Prepared by the USDA Facilities Engineering Section, Plains Area, this 95% design submittal outlines the architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and greenhouse control system specifications for the facility. The overall gross building area is 54,319 square feet, spanning a 15,263-square-foot headhouse and ten greenhouse ranges (A through J). The project's contract line items (CLIN) structure divides the scope into three distinct phases: - **Base Bid (CLIN 0001):** Focuses on construction and renovation work within Range F. - **Alternate #1 (CLIN 0002):** Focuses on construction and renovation work within Range G. - **Alternate #2 (CLIN 0003):** Covers the replacement of the Headhouse roof and doors. Ranges A, B, C, D, and E are designated to remain as-is, while Ranges H, I, and J are reserved for future work. The plans detail compliance with the 2018 IBC, 2015 ABA/2010 ADA, and 2021 NFPA 101 standards, defining the greenhouses as employee work areas. The document establishes comprehensive design guidelines, including sheet numbering methodologies, drawing symbols, abbreviations, and general demolition standards, to guide contractors through the bidding and construction phases.

This document is a federal Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination (General Decision Number ND20260013, modified on May 18, 2026) for building construction projects in Cass County, North Dakota. It establishes the mandatory minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications working on federally funded or assisted construction contracts in the region. Key labor classifications and their hourly rates include Boilermakers ($48.00), Plumbers/Pipefitters ($43.94), Sprinkler Fitters ($41.64), and Electricians ($37.41), alongside several other specialized trades and general laborers. The determination outlines contractor requirements under federal Executive Orders. Under Executive Order 13706, contractors must provide covered employees with up to 56 hours of paid sick leave annually. Depending on the contract award date, Executive Order 13658 may also apply, requiring a minimum hourly wage of at least $13.65 for covered workers. Additionally, the document explains how to interpret union, survey, and state-adopted rate identifiers, and provides a formal, three-step appeals process for disputing or conforming wage decisions through the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.

This document is Standard Form 30 (SF-30), Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of Contract, issued by the USDA ARS Acquisition and Property Division in Beltsville, Maryland. Designated as Amendment 0002 for Solicitation Number 1232SA26Q0870, the amendment was issued on June 26, 2026, with an effective date of July 10, 2026. The primary purpose of Amendment 0002 is to officially provide a copy of the Site Visit Sign-In Sheet to all prospective offerors. The document outlines standard federal procurement instructions for acknowledging amendments. To remain eligible for award, offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified hour and date for receipt of offers. This acknowledgment can be completed by signing and returning the amendment, acknowledging receipt on each submitted copy of the offer, or by sending a separate letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to successfully submit this acknowledgment may result in the rejection of the offer. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

This document is the official Site Visit Sign-In Sheet for the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) project titled "NCSL Greenhouse Phase V Renovation" in Fargo, North Dakota, under RFQ# 1232SA26Q0870. The site visit took place on July 9, 2026, at the Northern Crop Science Laboratories (NCSL). The sheet records the attendance of various contracting, construction, engineering, and specialty trade representatives. It details crucial instructions for prospective bidders, specifying that all inquiries related to the solicitation must be submitted in writing to Spencer Hamilton (spencer.hamilton@usda.gov) by 12:00 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The document explicitly notes that verbal questions and answers discussed during the site visit are non-binding. To become part of the resultant contract, any clarifications or changes must be submitted in writing and formally incorporated into the solicitation through a written amendment. The remainder of the document consists of a roster of participants, including representatives from firms such as Greenstone Construction, TF Powers Construction, ProCon International, Fed Serve LLC, and MDM Construction, along with their contact information and signatures.

This document is Amendment 0001 to federal solicitation number 1232SA26Q0870, issued by the USDA ARS PWA AAO ACQ/PER PROP office in Albany, California. Effective July 8, 2026, the purpose of this amendment is to provide Revised Specifications (Attachment 2), provide Revised Drawings (Attachment 3), and confirm that the project's North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 236220 (Broadening Commercial and Institutional Building Construction). The amendment was prepared using Standard Form 30 (SF-30). To maintain eligibility, offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified hour and date for receipt of offers, using one of the designated acknowledgment methods. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

This technical specifications document outlines the requirements for Phase V of the Greenhouse Renovation project at the USDA Northern Crop Science Laboratories (NCSL) in Fargo, North Dakota. Submitted to the USDA Agricultural Research Service by The Schemmer Associates and Stantec, the project involves the complete renovation of greenhouse range G, demolition, hazardous material removal, and administrative and physical facility upgrades. Key scopes of work include complete selective demolition, extensive asbestos remediation for known and hidden hazardous materials under SDCL § 34-44, and comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) overhauls. Major MEP elements feature updated hydronic piping, evaporative cooling systems, finned tube radiation heaters, and LED interior lighting. The project also defines two key bid alternates: Alternate No. 1 covers the complete renovation of Greenhouse Range G, and Alternate No. 2 requires the demolition and replacement of the roofing for the headhouse and connector to the NCSL building. Contractor requirements are strictly detailed, including the submission of a site-specific safety plan, mandatory OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour safety training for personnel, daily life safety inspections, and strict hot work permit protocols. To support sustainable construction, contractors must implement a Waste Management Plan designed to divert at least 40% of demolition and interior remodeling waste from landfills. Operations must be conducted primarily between 7:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, while maintaining existing utility services and coordinating with ongoing USDA facility operations.

This federal construction document outlines the design, architectural code compliance, and scope of work for Phase V of the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) National Cereal Crops Research Center (NCSL) Greenhouses project. Located at 1307 18th Street North in Fargo, North Dakota, the project is managed by the USDA ARS Plains Area Facilities Engineering Section in Fort Collins, Colorado. The comprehensive architectural plans cover a gross building area of 54,319 square feet, dividing the facility into a 15,263-square-foot Headhouse and ten individual greenhouse ranges (A through J). The contract structure is organized into distinct bidding packages: - **Base Bid (CLIN 0001):** Focuses on demolition, renovation, and new construction work within Range F. - **Alternate #1 (CLIN 0002):** Encompasses the demolition and construction scope of work for Range G. - **Alternate #2 (CLIN 0003):** Covers roof replacement work on the Headhouse roof. - **Future/Out-of-Scope Work:** Includes Ranges H, I, and J, while Ranges A through E are designated to remain as-is. The plans detail strict adherence to applicable building codes, including the 2018 IBC, 2015 ABA/2010 ADA, and 2021 NFPA 101. Compliance schedules detail occupancy classifications—primarily Business (B) for research labs and work areas, and Utility (U) for the agricultural greenhouse cells. Architectural guidelines designate the greenhouse cells as employee work areas, establishing specific accessibility exemptions and outlining fire safety, plumbing fixture allocations, and hazardous materials protocols.