ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Coeur d'Alene Nursery Argus Titan Control Panel Wiring and Relay Installation

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 1284LL25Q0057
Response Deadline
Sep 9, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the installation of the Argus Titan Control Panel Wiring and Relay at the Coeur d’Alene Nursery in Idaho. The project involves installing low-voltage systems and relays for existing equipment in seven new greenhouse bays, enabling nursery staff to control the growing environment from a central computer, which is crucial for protecting perishable property. The work is scheduled to commence on September 29, 2025, and must be completed by January 2, 2026, with proposals due by September 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM PST. Interested contractors should contact Sarah Ackerman at sarah.ackerman@usda.gov or call 208-510-5508 for further details.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
238210
Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
PSC Code
N059
INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS

Solicitation Documents

13 Files
a. 1284LL25Q0057_CSS.pdf
PDF385 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The Coeur d’Alene Nursery is seeking proposals for the Argus Titan Control Panel Wiring and Relay Installation project. This Request for Quotation (RFQ), set aside for small businesses (NAICS 238210, $19.0 million size standard), requires contractors to install low-voltage systems and relays for the greenhouse control system. The goal is to enable central computer control of the growing environment, protecting perishable property. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 26, 2025. Work is estimated to start around September 29, 2025, and must be completed by January 2, 2026. Proposals, due September 9, 2025, by 4:30 PM PST, must include a technical proposal (past performance, technical capability with specific experience in Argus Titan, greenhouse environments, 1970s electrical, and Idaho certification), a price proposal, and representations/certifications. Technical aspects are significantly more important than price in the evaluation.
b. Statement of Work.pdf
PDF1060 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks a contractor for the Argus Titan control panel wiring and relay installation project at the Coeur d’Alene Nursery in Idaho. This project involves installing low-voltage systems and relays in seven new greenhouse bays, integrating them with the existing Argus Titan control system to enable central computer control of the growing environment. The contractor will be responsible for wiring various equipment, including exhaust fans, ventilation motors, heaters, lights, and sensors, to the control panels using shielded low-voltage cable and weatherproof fittings. The work, requiring an Idaho state-certified Journeyman electrician experienced with Argus Titan, is ideally scheduled from September 29th to January 2nd, with daily work hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The contractor must verify all measurements, remove debris, and provide operating instructions upon completion. The USDA will provide the Argus Titan Control Panels and climate sensors.
c. Site Map.jpg
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d. Pictures.pdf
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e. Technical Proposal Form.pdf
PDF220 KB9/3/2025
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The Technical Proposal Form is a comprehensive document for contractors bidding on a solicitation from the Idaho Panhandle National Forest. It requires detailed information about the contractor, including business type, contact details, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The form assesses the contractor's experience, specifically years as a prime or sub-contractor, and asks if they have ever failed to complete work. Proponents must list a minimum of three relevant projects completed within the last three years, including contact information for performance verification. It also requires disclosure of concurrent contractual commitments. The form delves into technical and key personnel, asking about the minimum and maximum number of employees, regular payroll status, and availability for the project start date. Specific experience for key personnel, such as Idaho Certified Electrician status and experience with Argus Titan Control System, greenhouses, or older electrical systems, is requested. Finally, it asks if a site visit was conducted and requires a certification from a certifying official.
f. State of Idaho-Certificate-of-Verification of Workers Compensation Insurance-Form.pdf
PDF119 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The State of Idaho Certificate of Verification of Workers’ Compensation Insurance is a crucial document for contractors working on projects within Idaho, particularly those overseen by the Forest Service. This certificate requires contractors to provide detailed business and contact information, specify their legal entity type, and confirm whether they possess workers’ compensation insurance, including carrier and policy details. It also necessitates information about the project itself, such as the estimated number of non-exempt workers, contract number, start date, location, and a description of work. A key requirement is that all non-exempt workers, including spouses and family members, must be covered by an Idaho Workers’ Compensation Policy. The document explicitly states that subcontractors must also complete a similar certificate for approval. The form concludes with a certification section for the contractor and a section for the Idaho Industrial Commission to approve or deny the certification based on compliance with state coverage requirements, such as Title 72-301 of Idaho code.
1284LL25Q0057_0001.pdf
PDF85 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 1284LL25Q0057, issued by USDA-FS CSA Intermountain 1, incorporates additional information based on questions and discussions from a site visit held on August 26, 2025. This amendment includes attachments such as Existing Equipment Descriptions, Argus Titan Controller Panel 5 (TC5) Drawings, and Argus Titan Controller Panel 6 (TC6) Drawings. The Period of Performance is set from September 29, 2025, to January 2, 2026. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15 and returning copies, or by other specified methods, before the offer receipt deadline. This ensures all terms and conditions of the solicitation, as amended, remain in full force and effect.
a. 1284LL25Q0057_CSS_Amend0001.pdf
PDF427 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The Coeur d’Alene Nursery is seeking a contractor for the Argus Titan Control Panel Wiring and Relay Installation, a project set aside for small businesses. The contractor will install a low-voltage system and relays for existing equipment in new greenhouses, enabling central computer control of the growing environment. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM Pacific. Work is estimated to start around September 29, 2025, and must be completed by January 2, 2026. Proposals, due by September 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM PST, must include technical and price proposals, and contractor representations and certifications. Technical proposals will be evaluated on past performance and technical capability, which are significantly more important than price.
b. Statement of Work_Amend0001.pdf
PDF1162 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) requires a contractor for the Argus Titan control panel wiring and relay installation project at the Coeur d’Alene Nursery in Idaho. The project involves installing low-voltage systems and relays for equipment in seven new greenhouse bays, connecting them to the existing Argus Titan control system. This will enable nursery staff to control the growing environment from a central computer, reducing manual workload and increasing efficiency. The contractor must be an Idaho-certified Journeyman electrician, preferably with Argus Titan experience. Key tasks include running shielded low-voltage cable, weatherproof fittings, and stepping down 120V wires to 24V signal wires. Work is expected to begin September 29th and be completed by January 2nd, between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The USDA will provide two Argus Titan control panels and climate sensors.
h. Existing Equipment Descriptions.pdf
PDF1965 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The document provides a detailed description of existing equipment within a facility, specifically focusing on the Argus Titan Controller (TC) Panels 5 and 6 and their associated systems. It outlines the control mechanisms for various components, including 20 exhaust fans, 14 roof ventilation motor control boxes, 14 natural gas heaters, 14 fan jets, 2 cooling wall pad pumps, 2 cooling wall motors, 40 overhead fans (HAF), and 40 LED lights. The file specifies which switches on TC5 and TC6 boards control each set of equipment, often differentiating control by East/West walls or specific bays (1-4 and 5-7). Additionally, it lists 2 TN21/HM2 soil moisture sensors, 2 TN21 backup temperature sensors, and 2 OMNI/RHT aspirated temperature/RH sensors, noting they are hardwired without switches and should be centrally located for accurate readings. The document includes photos of the TC5 and TC6 boards to visually aid in identifying the controls. This information is crucial for understanding the current infrastructure and control logic, likely for an RFP related to system maintenance, upgrades, or integration.
i. Argus Titan Controller Panel 5_TC5 Drawings.pdf
PDF1120 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
This government file, pertaining to a USDA facility in Coeur d'Alene, details the network and site layout, specifically focusing on the Argus Control Systems Ltd. TC5-IO[B5-7-01] control panel. The document outlines the intellectual property rights of Argus Control Systems Ltd., emphasizing confidential use and adherence to local wiring codes. It provides drawing revisions, indicating changes to network device names and additions of I/O modules. The file presents comprehensive diagrams for the site layout, TC5 I/O network, and the internal panel layout and wiring of the RCP-B5-7-01 enclosure. It includes detailed specifications for the enclosure, power supply ratings, and field wiring information. The panel wiring diagrams illustrate connections for various components, including exhaust fans, pad pumps, HAF fans, LED lights, roof vents, heaters, and sidewall vents, along with their control interfaces and power requirements. The document consistently warns to refer to equipment supplier instructions for connection details and to use only copper conductors rated for a minimum of 75°C (167°F).
j. Argus Titan Controller Panel 6_TC6 Drawings.pdf
PDF930 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The document outlines the site and network layout, as well as the panel wiring for the USDA Coeur d’Alene facility, specifically for Polyhouse 1,2 & 4,5. It details the intellectual property rights of Argus Control Systems Ltd. for the drawings and emphasizes adherence to local codes and regulations for all field wiring. Key components include the TC6-TITAN CONTROLLER, TC6-IO NETWORK, and various I/O modules (TC6-IO[EAST-A], [EAST-B], [EAST-C], [EAST-D]). The document provides detailed revisions, wiring instructions for different control interfaces (exhaust fans, roof vents, heaters, fan jets), and specifications for enclosure information, supply ratings, and control transformers. It specifies the use of copper conductors rated for a minimum of 75°C (167°F) and provides warning contacts for assistance.
g. WD 2015-5505 Rev 26 Dated 07082025.pdf
PDF366 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
The document appears to be a highly formatted government file, likely an RFP or grant application, focused on various financial and administrative aspects. It details allocations for different services and projects, presenting a structured breakdown of costs and responsibilities. Key sections address general administration, specific project funding, and various operational expenses, with figures such as $62,094, $64,213, $33,184, and $34,841 being recurrent. The document also includes information on compliance, reporting, and operational guidelines, indicating a comprehensive approach to financial management and project execution. The emphasis on detailed cost breakdowns and adherence to specific guidelines suggests a focus on accountability and transparency in the use of funds. Specific areas highlighted include

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedAug 18, 2025
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedSep 3, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineSep 9, 2025
expiryArchive DateSep 24, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Sub-Tier
FOREST SERVICE
Office
USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 1

Point of Contact

Name
Sarah Ackerman

Place of Performance

Coeur d Alene, Idaho, UNITED STATES

Official Sources