Environmental Compliance and Hazardous Material Disposal

The contract mandates the safe removal, handling, and environmentally compliant disposal of an existing refrigeration system, with particular emphasis on the proper management of R-12 refrigerant, a known ozone-depleting substance regulated under EPA standards. All work must adhere strictly to federal environmental regulations to prevent harm to the ozone layer and ensure worker and public safety during dismantling and disposition processes. The contractor is responsible for documenting each step of the removal and disposal procedure to demonstrate full compliance with applicable environmental laws. The performance location is in Brookings, South Dakota, with a zip code of 57006, and the work falls under NAICS code 562910, indicating it is classified as other remediation services. This is designated as a subcontract and was posted on April 27, 2026, under the auspices of the USDA ARS AFM APD, part of the Department of Agriculture. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or point of contact, but the requirement remains focused exclusively on hazardous material management tied to refrigerant recovery and disposal, requiring certified personnel, approved containment methods, and validated disposal pathways to ensure regulatory adherence.