PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The 156th Wing, at the Muniz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico intends to issue a Request for Quotes conducted under the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures for commercial construction to award a single firm fixed-price contract for services, non-personal, to provide all supervision, transportation, labor, materials, equipment, fuel and any other needed materials and quality control necessary, except as specified in Paragraph 3.0 as Government Furnished items, to perform comprehensive HVAC system ductwork insulation repair for Bldg.19 at 156th Wing at Mu iz ANG Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico as shown on drawings contained in the Statement of Works (SOW) incorporated in this solicitation at Muniz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, PR. Repair works/contract completion time is 60 days after notice to proceed to include inspection and punch lists.
The objective of this project is to replace degraded thermal insulation on the existing HVAC ductwork by flexible wrap-around duct insulation, to maintain energy efficiency, prevent condensation, and ensure optimal climate control for mission operations.
KEY SOLICITATION DETAILS:
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
- Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million
- Magnitude of Construction: The Government's Target Price Range for this project is between $25,000 and $100,000.
- Period of Performance (PoP): 60 Days after Notice to Proceed
- Bid Guarantee: Not required.
SITE VISIT INFORMATION:
Our agency will host a pre-bid meeting and site visit with a tentative date on-or-about July 9, 2026, 9:30 AM AST (local time), to be held at 200 Antonio (Tony) Santana Ave. 156th Wing Muniz P.R Air National Guard Base, Carolina, P.R. Civil Engineering Squadron Bldg.25 Interested contractors are encouraged to attend and shall follow conference registration and base access requirements shown in the here and in the solicitation. A site visit will follow the pre-bid meeting. Although not mandatory, scheduled site visit is critical. We are trying to mitigate potential risks and damages for the government and potential contractor by showcasing the project level of effort. We suggest you carry all necessary material to take notes during the visit, as needed. No questions will be answered during the visit, instead they will be answered in writing by responding to questions via requests for information (RFI) The solicitation and associated information will be available only from the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov.
To obtain installation access, interested parties must submit a request for attendance no later than 2:00 PM CT on July 8, 2026, to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil
The request for attendance must include:
- Firm Name and Telephone Number
- Visitor (s) Name
- Copy of Driver's License or any Identification Card in compliance with the Real ID Act
IMPORTANT BASE ACCESS NOTICE: 156th Wing Mu iz Air National Guard Base is a secure Air Force installation. Access is controlled strictly by security forces. For those processing on-site, you must bring a valid state/federal ID, current vehicle registration, and proof of vehicle insurance. Concealed carry, open carry, and personal firearms of any kind are strictly prohibited on the installation.
REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs):
Requests for Information shall be submitted by 2:00 PM CT on July 16, 2026, to the following email address: angel.solis.2@us.af.mil . Information provided at the site visits, as well as questions, shall not change/qualify the terms and conditions of the solicitation. Any needed changes to the solicitation will be implemented via a formal amendment.
Tentative date for posting our agency responses in the SAM.gov notice is on or about July 21, 2026 by close of business (4:00PM).
SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS:
Project specifics, full instructions to offerors, and evaluation criteria can be found in the attached Standard Form (SF) 1442 Section L and associated documents.
A complete bid package must contain the following:
- Offer, Standard Form (SF) 1442 front and back signed
- Section 00 10 00 Bid Schedule - all items must be priced and totaled
- All amendments to the solicitation must be acknowledged
To place your quote submit your completed SF1442 to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil . Due date for the receipt of offers/quotes is July 28, 2026 at 10:00AM EST (local time)
Interested offerors must be registered in SAM. To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ . Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation and associated information and the plans and specifications will be available only from the System of Award Management (SAM.gov) website online at https://SAM.gov/. SAM.gov is a web-based dissemination tool designed to safeguard acquisition-related information for all Federal agencies. Interested bidders/offerors must register with SAM.gov before accessing the system (there is no fee for registration). Please note that due to recent fraudulent activity, the process for fully activating (and updating) a registration at SAM has changed and now requires the submission of a notarized letter to GSA. See the following link for additional information and the latest updates to this process: https://www.gsa.gov/samupdate . SAM.gov registration requires the following information:
1) Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN), 2) UNIQUE ENTITY ID (UEI) Number and CAGE Code, 3) Telephone Number, 4) Email address. Registration instructions can be found on the SAM.gov website at https://sam.gov/content/entity-registration .
Please note the registration for access to the secure site takes approximately 15 business days. PLAN ACCORDINGLY. Bidders/Offerors cannot log into the SAM.gov home page and search for data.
Please read applicable Evaluation Criteria under Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award thoughtfully, The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror whose quote is found to be the most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The Government intends to award without discussions.
DISCLAIMER: The official plans and specifications are located on the official government webpage, and the Government is not liable for information furnished by any other source. Amendments, if/when issued will be posted to Contract Opportunities for electronic downloading. This will normally be the only method of distributing amendments prior to closing; therefore, it is the offeror's responsibility to check the website periodically for any amendments to the solicitation. Websites are occasionally inaccessible for various reasons. The Government is not responsible for any loss of Internet connectivity or for an offeror's inability to access the documents posted on the referenced web pages. The Government will not issue paper copies. All inquiries must be in writing via email to the persons specified in the solicitation and this notice.
Place of performance: 200 Antonio (Tony) Santana Ave. 156th Wing Muniz P.R Air National Guard Base, Carolina, P.R
ALL COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE SHALL BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH.
Background
The 156th Wing at the Muñiz Air National Guard Base in Carolina, Puerto Rico, is issuing a Request for Quotes for a firm fixed-price contract. The goal is to provide comprehensive HVAC ductwork insulation repair for Building 19, ensuring energy efficiency and optimal climate control for mission operations.
Work Details
The contractor shall provide all supervision, transportation, labor, materials, equipment, fuel, and quality control necessary to replace degraded thermal insulation on the existing HVAC ductwork with flexible wrap-around duct insulation. Specific tasks include:
- removing existing ceiling tiles and ductwork insulation;
- cleaning surfaces;
- inspecting ductwork for corrosion;
- applying mastic duct sealant;
- installing new flexible blanket-type wrap-around duct insulation with an R-value of 8;
- installing a vapor barrier;
- replacing ceiling tiles.
All debris must be disposed of according to federal and state regulations. The work must comply with safety standards and include a one-year warranty on materials and workmanship.
Period of Performance
60 days after notice to proceed.
Place of Performance
200 Antonio (Tony) Santana Ave., 156th Wing Muñiz P.R Air National Guard Base, Carolina, P.R.
Bidder Requirements
This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Bidders must have the necessary licenses for operating heavy equipment and welding. They must also provide bid/payment/performance bonds as required. Contractors are responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed closely related prior contract, W50S9325CA002, awarded to Boundless Management Outsourcing Group for $68,504 (09/15/25–04/13/26). The prior work required providing supervision, transportation, labor, materials, equipment, fuel, and quality control to install new HVAC units and components at Bldg. 25 at the Muniz ANGB in Carolina, Puerto Rico. The current requirement similarly involves HVAC-related repairs at the same base (ductwork insulation replacement for Building 19), suggesting continuity in facility systems and the contractor’s role in performing HVAC scope under comparable installation/repair tasks.
