NIST Boulder Building 2 1330 Fume Hood Replacement

The contract mandates the demolition and replacement of a laboratory fume hood and associated rooftop exhaust fan in Building 2, Room 1330 at the NIST Boulder Campus, encompassing full architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm system upgrades. Work includes removing and replacing countertops, sinks, base cabinetry, and finishes; installing a new walk-in fume hood, hazardous exhaust fan, exhaust stack, and ductwork; reconfiguring electrical circuits, cable trays, and dedicated receptacles; reconnecting plumbing to a new sink and eyewash station; and installing a supervised panic alarm system tied to the building’s fire alarm panel. The contractor must also design and install structural supports for the exhaust stack, conduct ASHRAE 110 performance testing, coordinate with NIST personnel, and furnish complete operation and maintenance documentation along with a project manual containing all RFIs, submittals, test reports, and inspection certifications. All equipment and materials must be delivered in original packaging with intact labels, properly identified per manufacturer specifications, and labeled according to NIST’s strict color-coding requirements for system classification. Labeling must comply with ANSI, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA, and UL standards, and high-voltage components require specific danger signage. The contract is a Firm Fixed-Price award subject to the City of Boulder Sales/Use Tax, with a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 236220 and a size standard of $45 million. Proposals must include a detailed technical approach demonstrating understanding of the scope, a realistic performance schedule using an estimated Notice to Proceed date of September 9, 2026, and a lump sum price on SF 1442 with a detailed cost breakdown for line items. Mobilization within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed is a mandatory pass/fail requirement, and the full scope must be completed within 180 calendar days. Offerors must maintain active SAM registration with a valid UEI and CAGE code, submit required representations and certifications electronically via SAM, provide resumes for the project manager and lead technician, and ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon wage requirements. Security and safety protocols are stringent, requiring adherence to Attachment 1 – NIST Boulder General Contractor Requirements – Rev C, submission and approval of a Site Specific Safety Plan prior to notice to proceed, and continuous on-site presence of an authorized representative. All work must comply with IBC and ADA codes, and electrical systems must be tested per N