Bridgeport Warehouse Snow Damage Repair and Mitigation

The contract, awarded under solicitation number 1240LT26Q0020 and amended via A0001 effective February 11, 2026, is a Firm Fixed Price agreement competitively solicited as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, restricted to small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 236220. The work involves the replacement of an existing propane-fired boiler and associated upgrades at the Buffalo Creek Work Center located at 18046 CO RD 126, Pine, CO 80470, with all activities required to be completed by April 30, 2026. The scope encompasses the supply and installation of a high-efficiency Dunkirk Quantum 90 Q90-200 equivalent boiler, replacement of the backflow preventer, waterline upgrades, electrical panel replacement, mold remediation, and reconstruction of the boiler room interior. An optional line item exists for thermostat replacement. The project is classified as a construction activity within the $25,000 to $100,000 range, with performance expected between April 1 and May 20, 2026, and delivery terms set at F.O.B. Destination, requiring Government inspection and acceptance on-site. Compliance with the International Mechanical, Building, and Plumbing Codes, the National Electric Code, OSHA construction standards, and manufacturer specifications is mandatory. All work must adhere to applicable federal wage determinations under Davis-Bacon and Executive Order 14026, with certified payroll reporting required. Contractors must possess a current Unique Entity ID in SAM.gov and comply with Buy American requirements for construction materials, paid sick leave provisions under Executive Order 13706, and equal opportunity obligations for veterans and workers with disabilities. Performance bonds and payment protections are required post-award, with electronic funds transfer through SAM.gov governing all payments. The evaluation process prioritizes past performance and technical approach over price, following a best-value trade-off methodology rather than lowest price technically acceptable. The contractor must submit a detailed construction schedule within ten days of notice to proceed, obtain pre-approval for all materials including the boiler, comply with wildfire restrictions during operations, and maintain access for government representatives throughout the performance period. All waste must be removed, and site restoration completed. The award is managed by the USDA Forest Service’s CSA Intermountain 8 office in Ogden, UT