Roof Replacement for USDA ARS in Bushland, TX (Amended)

This procurement, issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Acquisition and Property Division under solicitation number 1232SA26Q0224, requests quotations for roof and unit heater replacement at the USDA ARS facility in Bushland, Texas. The solicitation, structured as a combined synopsis/solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 12 for commercial items, is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The estimated magnitude of construction ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Quotes are to be submitted electronically by June 11, 2026, and must include pricing for all line items in the Schedule of Items to be considered responsive. The evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology where only the lowest priced offer is reviewed for technical acceptability. The technical review focuses on the firm’s demonstrated experience with similar roofing projects, understanding of project requirements, and past performance characterized by quality, timeliness, cost control, and business relations. The scope of work includes removing the existing roofing system down to the bar joist, installing a new roof deck with 1-1/2" gauge 22 material, and applying protective coatings to steel columns and beams as specified. Compliance with rigorous construction quality and safety standards is mandated, including adherence to FAR clauses related to labor standards, safety, wage requirements, bonding, and performance bonds. The contractor must prepare and follow a job-specific site safety and security plan, provide competent personnel for high-risk activities, and supply extensive documentation such as certified engineering calculations, product samples, and daily quality control records. Payments will be processed electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform with conditions including submission of payroll records and potentially withholding 50% of progress payments when required operations and maintenance data are not timely delivered. The contract requires commencement of work within 14 calendar days after award and completion within 180 calendar days. Additional contract clauses specify requirements around materials packaging, Buy American compliance, anti-trafficking measures, whistleblower protections, and safeguarding contractor information systems. All inquiries and site visit RSVPs must be submitted by specified deadlines to designated points of contact.