N--SC-BEARS BLUFF NFH-PUMP REPLACEMENT

Solicitation 140FC226Q0002 is a request for proposals issued by the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, for the replacement of HVAC systems at the Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery in Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina. The project involves the removal of existing units and the installation of two 3-ton 15 SEER2 heat pump packaged systems equipped with 8KW electric heat strips, including all necessary ductwork, thermostats, and electrical connections. The requirement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 238220, with a total magnitude of less than 25,000 dollars. The period of performance is scheduled from February 2, 2026, to April 30, 2026. Award will be based on a Low Price Technically Acceptable methodology, where the contract is granted to the responsible respondent offering the lowest evaluated price determined to be fair and reasonable. Contractors must adhere to specific work hour restrictions, limiting activity to between one-half hour before sunrise and one-half hour after sunset on weekdays, and must comply with wage determinations for Charleston County, South Carolina. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform and strict adherence to environmental and historical preservation laws, including the immediate cessation of work if endangered species are discovered. The government maintains sole responsibility for inspection and final acceptance of the installation. All proposals must be submitted via email and include a completed Standard Form 1442 and all required representations and certifications.