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Greenhouse Ridge Vent Replacements

ID: 1232SA26Q0946 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  90%
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Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0946 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for greenhouse ridge vent replacements.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238150. The small business size standard is $19.0 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Organized site visits have been scheduled for July 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) and July 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM PDT. The same information will be provided at both site visits, so offerors only need to attend one. Contractors wishing to attend the site visit must register by emailing ron.haff@usda.gov by July 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM PDT with the name(s) of attendee(s), company they are with, and company(s) they are representing. A Government issued photo ID is required for attendance.

The site visit will be held for the purpose of providing contractors with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the site, which may be helpful in the preparation of quotes. Attendance at the site visit is not mandatory for quote submission; however, failure to visit the site will not relieve or mitigate the successful contractor's responsibility and obligation to fully comply with the terms, conditions, and specifications contained and/or referenced in this document.

Bonds: Bid, Payment, and Performance Bonds are required.

All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, Josh Dobereiner, via email to josh.dobereiner@usda.gov. Questions must be submitted no later than August 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM PDT. Answers to all questions received by that time will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation. No questions will be answered after this date unless determined to be in the best interest of the Government as deemed by the Contracting Officer. Questions generated by artificial intelligence will not be answered. The Contracting Officer will make the sole and final determination on what questions deem a response. Telephone requests for information will not be accepted or returned.

Technical data and supporting documentation associated with this solicitation are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accesses via the Attachments/Links section of the posting:

  • Statement of Work
  • Wage Determination

Definitization of Equitable Adjustments for Change Orders

Pursuant to FAR 36.101-4(b), information regarding USDA's definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts may be found at https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/general-information/staff-offices/departmental-administration/office-contracting-and-procurement-ocp/policies-regulations under Federal Acquisition Regulation 36.101-4 . USDA's procedures that apply to the definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts may be found in AGAR 443.304 -70.

Background
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing this solicitation for the replacement of greenhouse ridge vents at the Agricultural Research Service's Western Regional Research Center located in Albany, CA. The goal of this contract is to ensure the functionality and efficiency of greenhouse operations critical for ongoing research. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

Work Details
The contractor will provide all management, supervision, labor, equipment, and tools necessary to replace roof and wall ridge vents in eight PGEC greenhouse rooms. Specific tasks include:
- removing and disposing of existing systems;
- disconnecting and reconnecting electrical wiring for both demolished and newly installed systems;
- gathering existing mercury switches from motors for USDA disposal;
- using new steel rack and pinions or equivalent systems;
- replacing all drive shafts;
- replacing screens, screen frames, and brushes with stainless steel or equivalent materials;
- providing a work completion schedule that minimizes disruption to ongoing research.

All work must comply with federal, state, and local codes as well as industry standards.

Period of Performance
The contract performance period is 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

Place of Performance
800 Buchanan Street, Albany, CA 94710.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must be small business concerns as this is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bid, Payment, and Performance Bonds are required. Contractors must have the necessary licenses to perform the work described in the solicitation.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent and/or closely related prior contract based on the prior award 12805B22D0008, awarded to Firelake Construction for $4,447,869 (07/01/22–07/31/27). That IDIQ supports USDA ARS with general construction services for minor new construction, repair, maintenance, and alterations of research laboratory facilities, including building renovations and replacements/upgrades to HVAC and electrical systems. The current requirement for replacing greenhouse ridge vents (including electrical disconnect/reconnect work and related mechanical components) is consistent with the type of facility repair/upgrade work covered under the prior award.

Overview

Response Deadline
Aug. 17, 2026, 7:00 p.m. EDT Due in 34 Days
Posted
July 14, 2026, 3:13 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
Albany, CA 94710 United States
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
$19 Million
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$150,000 - $450,000 (AI estimate)
On 7/14/26 Agricultural Research Service issued Synopsis Solicitation 1232SA26Q0946 for Greenhouse Ridge Vent Replacements due 8/17/26. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 238150 (SBA Size Standard $19 Million) and PSC Z2JZ.
Primary Contact
Name
Joshua J. Dobereiner   Profile
Phone
(309) 403-3556

Additional Contacts in Documents

Title Name Email Phone
None Ron Haff Profile ron.haff@usda.gov None

Documents

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF > AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE > USDA ARS AFM APD
FPDS Organization Code
12H2-1232SA
Source Organization Code
500022476
Last Updated
July 14, 2026
Last Updated By
josh.dobereiner@ars.usda.gov
Archive Date
Sept. 1, 2026