The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is preparing to solicit bids for a construction project focused on sealing Building 89 at the Subtropical Horticultural Research Station in Miami, Florida. The project entails a detailed assessment and insulation work, including sealing building cracks and gaps around HVAC systems and windows to ensure proper ventilation. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the facility, with an estimated contract value between $100,000 and $250,000. Interested small businesses must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can expect the Request for Quotation (RFQ) to be issued around November 22, 2024, with quotes due by January 9, 2025. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Amanda Somerville at amanda.somerville@usda.gov.