F--WA-FWS SPRING CRK ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

Contract 0044032678, solicitation 140FC326Q0001, is a firm fixed price construction contract awarded by the Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service, for asbestos abatement at the Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery in Underwood, Washington. The project specifically requires the containment, removal, and disposal of 168 square feet of asbestos-containing overhead ceiling tiles in the incubation room water laboratory, followed by the installation of new ceiling tiles. The period of performance is scheduled from May 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026, with a total duration of 92 calendar days. The contractor is required to be State of Washington-licensed for asbestos abatement and must adhere to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 and EPA 40 CFR Part 763 standards, utilizing wet methods and negative pressure systems to ensure a fiber-free environment. This procurement was conducted as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 562910. Award selection was based on a best-value trade-off approach, evaluating technical capability, past performance, and compliance with the work window, with non-price factors collectively outweighing price. Key administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform and adherence to Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations for Skamania and Clark Counties. Special contract provisions mandate that work occur only between sunrise and sunset on weekdays and require the immediate cessation of operations if endangered species are discovered. All waste must be transported to a licensed landfill, and the contractor is responsible for providing all necessary tools, materials, and disposal containers.