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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Agriculture was posted on October 5, 2010. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

RECOVERY - Ground Source Heat Pump - Powel Ranger District Office

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AG-82B1-S-10-0397Federal

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This project, solicitation number AG-82B1-S-10-0397, involves the supply and installation of a Ground Source Heat Pump system at the Powell Ranger District Office, located in Powell, Idaho. Funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, the project aims to replace the existing electric resistance heating system in the Powell Office building to provide efficient heating and cooling for the working spaces. The government estimate for the project is between 100,000 and 250,000 dollars. Due to the ARRA funding, the successful bidder is required to comply with specific reporting and transparency provisions. The scope of work includes the installation of a geothermal system in accordance with International Ground Source Heat Pump Association standards and detailed mechanical design plans. Technical requirements cover the installation of ground heat exchangers, crawl space insulation, and the integration of auxiliary heat and existing ductwork. The procurement process included a pre-bid site visit and multiple amendments to address technical clarifications regarding drilling permits, water quality, and commissioning. The project is managed by the USDA Forest Service under the Department of Agriculture.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service-Spoc Im

Contract Value

$236,690

NAICS

221119 - Other Electric Power Generation

Place of Performance

Clearwater National Forest, Powell Ranger District, Orofino, ID 83544, OROFINO, ID, 83544, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

Rays Heating Plumbing Elec P.O. Box 225 SALMON ID 83467 USA

Award Issued Date

Documents

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AG-82B1-S-10-0397 Amendment 000001

PDF, High priority: read this firstamendment
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AG-82B1-S-10-0397 Amendment 000002

PDF, High priority: read this firstamendment
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Closed-Loop/Geothermal Heat Pump Systems Design and Installation Standards (2009)

PDF, High priority: read this firstspecifications
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F-Powell Mechanical Design Plans (M3)

PDF, High priority: read this firstspecifications
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Ground Source Heat Pump (Powell) AG-82B1-S-10-0397 Pre-Bid Meeting Notes

DOCX, High priority: read this first3 pages · q-and-a
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Powell Ground Source Heat Pump - Site and Building Plans

PDF, High priority: read this firstspecifications
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Powell Ranger Station Site Layout Plan

PDF, High priority: read this firstspecifications
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Project M4 - 2nd Floor Mechanical Plans

PDF, High priority: read this firstspecifications
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RFP AG-82B1-S-10-0397: RECOVERY - ground source heat pump

DOC, High priority: read this firstrfp
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Ground Source Heat Pump AG-82B1-S-10-0397 Q&A

DOCX, Low priorityq-and-a
Low

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Presolicitation

Notice updated

Response deadline changed from Aug 18, 2010 to Sep 16, 2010. The notice description changed.

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Response deadline changed from Sep 16, 2010 to Aug 18, 2010.

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Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

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Presolicitation → Solicitation

Awarded

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service-Spoc Im
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWashington, DC, 202500001, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service-Spoc Im
Office AddressWashington, DC, 202500001, USA
Contacts
Jan D. BlackContracting Officer
contact@example.gov
+1 (555) 000-0000
George L. JacksonContract Specialist
contact@example.gov
+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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Description THIS IS AN AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) PROCUREMENT. The resulting contract will utilize funds provided by the AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) OF 2009. Interested parties are notified that the inclusion of unique provisions required in implementing the Act, including those for significant reporting and transparency, will be required of the successful bidder. The purpose of this announcement is to make notice that the Forest Service contemplates releasing a solicitation numbered AG-82B1-S-10-0397 on or about July 18, 2010, for the Ground Source Heat Pump. If the solicitation is released, it will be released through this FedBizOpps website, and prospective bidders should visit this FedBizOpps website from time to time on or after July 18, 2010 to obtain a copy of the solicitation. All future information about this acquisition will be distributed solely through this website. This notice meets the requirements of FAR 5.201; however, the Forest Service reserves the right not to release a solicitation. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project includes the supply and installation of a Ground Source Heat Pump (GSHP) system to the existing Powell Office building (Bldg #2014) that currently has electric resistance heating system in accordance with the plans and specifications. The GSHP system will provide for heating and cooling the working spaces for the Powell Ranger Station office located in Powell, Idaho. PROJECT LOCATION: This project is located in Powell, Idaho off Highway 12 and 20 miles west of Lolo Pass or 122 miles east of Orofino, ID on Highway 12.

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