Remove and Replace Walk In Chambers

The contract requires the removal of three existing walk-in chambers and the installation of three new ones of comparable size, approximately 7 feet wide, 11.5 feet deep, and 8 feet high. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and coordination to complete the work. The existing chambers must be dismantled and either recycled or disposed of properly. The new chambers must be equipped with industrial-grade control systems appropriate for plant growth facility operations and meet specific utility requirements including electrical service, floor drain placement, and a humidity control system. An electrical inspection by an OSHA-accredited authority is mandatory before acceptance. Upon completion, the contractor must deliver a start-up report and provide a warranty for the new chambers. The contract, designated under solicitation number 12805B23R0029 and posted on July 7, 2023, falls under NAICS code 236220 and is managed by the Department of Agriculture’s office in Fort Collins, Colorado, with the work to be performed in Brookings, South Dakota. Erin Riffey serves as the point of contact for this procurement.