Pendleton Building Repairs Project A (Pendleton, OR)
ID: 12905B25R0003Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PWA AAO ACQ/PER PROPALBANY, CA, 94710, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS (Y1JZ)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b1650f0cf4de41bdbff7c583dbce98e1/view
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    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking contractors for the Pendleton Building Repairs Project A located at the Columbia Plateau Conservation Research Center in Adams, Oregon. The project entails extensive renovations of multiple buildings constructed between 1970 and 1986, focusing on replacing outdated mechanical and electrical systems, modernizing architectural features, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the research capabilities of the USDA while maintaining operational efficiency and safety during construction. The contract, valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000, is set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 236220, with the Request for Proposal (RFP) expected to be issued around March 28, 2025. Interested parties should monitor the SAM.gov website for updates and are encouraged to contact Spencer Hamilton at spencer.hamilton@usda.gov for further inquiries.

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    Spencer Hamilton
    spencer.hamilton@usda.gov
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    Attachment 3 - Technical Specifications.pdf
    The Pendleton Building Repairs Project A focuses on upgrading structures at the USDA Columbia Plateau Conservation Research Center in Pendleton, Oregon. The initiative involves the modernization of several buildings, constructed between 1970 and 1986, by replacing obsolete mechanical and electrical systems and repairing architectural elements. The contract outlines management procedures, coordination of construction operations, and requirements for submittals, addressing project scheduling, quality assurance, and safety protocols. Key aspects include rigorous planning to ensure minimal disruptions to ongoing governmental operations, adherence to strict work-hour limitations, and maintenance of existing facilities throughout construction. The document also addresses safety requirements in alignment with federal and state regulations, stipulating the necessity for competent personnel on-site and the submission of monthly exposure reports to track safety and health metrics. The project highlights the government's commitment to enhancing its research facilities while ensuring compliance with oversight, safety, and quality regulations. These comprehensive protocols are pivotal in facilitating a smooth construction process, ultimately contributing to the advancement of research capabilities within the agency.
    Attachment 4 - Plans Drawings.pdf
    The Pendleton Building Repairs Project A, managed by the USDA Agricultural Research Service, involves extensive renovations across multiple buildings constructed during 1970-1986 at the Columbia Plateau Conservation Research Center. The core objective is to replace aging mechanical and electrical systems, along with modernizing architectural features and abating hazardous materials. The scope includes a base bid focusing on boiler replacements and several alternates, such as modifying laboratory fixtures, air handling units, and overhead doors across buildings. The project emphasizes compliance with current regulations, ensuring newly installed equipment aligns with operational needs. Documented specifications outline demolition and installation tasks meticulously, requiring contractors to verify dimensions and site conditions. The comprehensive plan reflects the government's commitment to facility upgrades, health safety, and enhanced operational efficiency within the research center.
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