Demolition and Disposal of Barn, Riesel, Texas

This solicitation, numbered 1232SA26Q1005, is a combined synopsis and request for quotation for the complete demolition and disposal of a wind-damaged barn located at Riesel, Texas, under the USDA Agricultural Research Service. It is issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, with the NAICS code 238910 and a size standard of $19.0 million, ensuring that only small business concerns are eligible to respond. The acquisition follows the commercial item procedures of FAR Part 12, with a firm-fixed-price contract anticipated upon award. All proposals must be submitted by July 30, 2026, and are evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection method, meaning the lowest-priced offeror that meets minimum technical acceptability and past performance standards will be selected. Technical acceptability requires a detailed approach and demonstration of capability through two recent, relevant projects, while past performance is assessed on quality, timeliness, cost control, and compliance. The work scope includes pre-demolition utility disconnection, mechanical dismantling, segregation and proper disposal of five debris categories, a two-pass magnetic sweep within a 150-foot radius, and site restoration to original contours. All activities must comply with Texas DEQ regulations for construction and demolition debris, OSHA standards including on-site presence of a 30-hour trained superintendent, and federal procurement rules. The contractor is responsible for recycling scrap metal through licensed facilities, submitting disposal manifests, coordinating with site personnel to avoid damage to research assets, and contacting 811 before any ground disturbance. Security and information safeguarding requirements include compliance with FAR 52.240-92 and 52.240-93, as well as USDA-specific Personal Identity Verification policies for personnel. The contract incorporates clauses addressing trafficking in persons, contractor code of conduct, subcontracting restrictions, accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, and various certifications including Buy American, employment eligibility, and anti-discrimination compliance. Performance must be completed within 60 days of award, with FOB Destination terms applying, and final acceptance will occur at the Riesel, Texas site by an Authorized Government Representative. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov with a valid UEI, and all proposals must be submitted to the USDA ARS Acquisition and Property Division in Beltsville, Maryland. Site coordination and inquiries should be directed to Kyle T