Lamar National Fish Hatchery Window Replacement

The contract pertains to the replacement of windows at the Lamar National Fish Hatchery, with a fixed performance period from August 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026. The work involves the removal and disposal of existing windows and trim, followed by the installation of four new EnergyStar-rated, vinyl-clad wood windows manufactured by Andersen, Jeld-Wen, or an approved equal, featuring ThermaLock Double Pane Low E-2 Argon Gas Insulated Glazing with a minimum R-value of 5 and 99% UV radiation blockage. The contract is strictly limited to weekday hatchery operating hours, with no work permitted on weekends or holidays, and only one window may be removed at a time to prevent operational disruption. All materials must be delivered dry, stored off the ground on firm supports, and covered with weathertight protection to ensure integrity. Shop drawings, manufacturer literature, and installation instructions must be submitted in PDF format for approval prior to commencement, and any work performed without prior approval is at the contractor’s risk. The solicitation is a sealed bid under a total small business set-aside as defined by FAR 19.5, with the North American Industry Classification System code 238350, and the contracting office is the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under the Department of the Interior, located in Falls Church, Virginia. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price agreement with no options, bonds, or security clearances required. The contractor must adhere to all OSHA standards under 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, as well as federal, state, and local safety regulations, and must provide paid sick leave in accordance with Executive Order 13706. Materials must meet specified federal standards including DD-G-451D for gaskets, TT-S-00227E and TT-S-00230C for sealing compounds, and ASTM E547-75 for water penetration testing. Inspections and acceptance occur at the hatchery site in Lamar, Pennsylvania, with final administrative approval handled by the Contracting Officer’s Representative, Sean Brophy, and the NER Station. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 3:00 PM local time on July 24, 2026, to the designated email address, and are required to be in PDF format. No contract value estimate is available due to incomplete pricing