QHAV and Dehumidification Equipment for Mexican Fruit Fly Eclosion Center in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico

USDA APHIS is soliciting quotes for the procurement and delivery of specialized climate control equipment for the Mexican Fruit Fly Eclosion Center in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico. The required equipment includes one industrial desiccant dehumidifier, specifically a Munters HCD-600EA or approved equal with a nominal process airflow range of 300 to 1,125 CFM, one 20-ton packaged rooftop unit, and one 5-ton air-cooled condensing unit. These units must be capable of maintaining strict temperature thresholds between 20C and 26C and a relative humidity window of 60% to 70% to support the eclosion of sterile Mexican Fruit Flies. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238220, with awards based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria. The successful vendor must provide factory test reports, technical documentation, and official warranty certificates, ensuring all items are delivered DDP to the Reynosa facility. The period of performance is generally established from September 2026 through January 2027, with a primary delivery target of November 4, 2026. The contract is governed by Federal law and includes specific certifications regarding anti-discrimination, child labor, and trafficking in persons.