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Today’s strongest signals are classified as:
BID NOW
INVESTIGATE / TEAM
MONITOR
BID NOW
NOAA Galveston HVAC Repair / Replacement
Agency: NOAA
Solicitation: 1333MF26Q0110
Location: Galveston, Texas
Set-aside: Total Small Business
NAICS: 238220
Due: September 16
Why it deserves attention
NOAA is seeking installation of five ductless mini-split systems at its Galveston laboratory. Four units replace failing systems and one is a new installation. This is a direct-fit HVAC project reserved for small businesses.
Key details
Five ductless mini-split systems
Four replacements plus one new installation
Work at NOAA's Galveston laboratory
Total Small Business set-aside
Questions are due September 10
A site visit was scheduled for September 9
No bond requirement was identified in the reviewed solicitation summary
Next action
Review the complete solicitation package today.
If the site visit has already occurred, determine whether attendance was mandatory. It appears to have been highly recommended rather than mandatory.
Submit any remaining questions before the September 10 deadline.
Confirm equipment selections and installation requirements before preparing the quote.
Official source: Solicitation 1333MF26Q0110 on SAM.gov. FedConnect also lists the opportunity with a September 16 response date.
BID NOW
JBSA Fort Sam Houston 4-Ton HVAC Units
Agency: U.S. Air Force
Solicitation: FA301626Q0270
Location: JBSA Fort Sam Houston
Set-aside: Total Small Business
NAICS: 238220
Due: September 16
Why it deserves attention
The Air Force is replacing seven 4-ton Bard wall-mounted HVAC units, or approved equivalents, at Building 1472. The project includes refrigerant recovery, removal, disposal, installation, and documentation.
Key details
Seven 4-ton wall-mounted systems
Bard or approved equal
Existing equipment must be decommissioned and removed
Refrigerant recovery documentation required
Licensed/certified HVAC technicians required
Amendment 1 added a missing cover page and full solicitation document, making the amendment materially important to bidders
Next action
Download the solicitation and Amendment 1.
Confirm whether proposing Bard equipment or an equivalent.
If proposing an equivalent, prepare the required manufacturer, part-number, specification, and technical literature.
Prepare the technical plan and pricing.
Email the completed quote to both published Air Force contacts.
Contracting contacts:
Jaime Martinez[email protected]
210-671-1718
Alexis Garcia[email protected]
Submission route: Email to the published contracting contacts.
INVESTIGATE
FEMA Denton Roof and HVAC Replacement
Agency: FEMA
Location: Federal Regional Center, Denton
Stage: Presolicitation
Anticipated set-aside: WOSB
NAICS: 236220
Tentative offers due: September 16
Why it deserves attention
This project combines replacement of approximately 3,000 square feet of roofing with two rooftop HVAC systems. FEMA requires the contractor to demonstrate the ability to perform within a 150-mile radius of Denton.
Key details
Two rooftop HVAC replacements
Approximately 3,000 square feet of roofing
WOSB set-aside anticipated
150-mile performance-radius requirement
Site visit is today, September 9 at 10:00 AM Central
Attendance was strongly recommended, not mandatory
Site-visit registration was requested by 9:00 AM today
Next action
If registered, attend today's site visit.
If not registered, do not assume you can attend late.
Monitor SAM.gov for the full solicitation immediately.
Confirm WOSB eligibility.
Prepare for the tentative September 16 response date.
Published contact:
Barbara Gonzalez, Contract Specialist[email protected]
Neddra Tucker, Contracting Officer[email protected]
This is a very good example of why Pro exists. A Friday-only reader would miss today's site visit.
TEAM / INVESTIGATE
Fort Sam Houston Army Reserve Center Rehabilitation
Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Solicitation: W912QR26RA055
Location: Fort Sam Houston
NAICS: 236220
Set-aside: Full and Open
Due: September 10
Why it deserves attention
The 66,789-square-foot rehabilitation includes HVAC along with roofing, electrical, water distribution, fire protection, and interior work. For many HVAC companies, the practical opportunity is as a mechanical subcontractor rather than prime contractor.
Key details
Design-build project
Significant HVAC scope
Full and Open procurement
Multiple amendments
Phase II documents handled through PIEE
Small-business subcontracting requirements make teaming relevant
Next action
Review Amendment 0005 and current Phase II documentation.
Decide whether prime participation is realistic.
If not, identify likely prime teams.
Approach relevant teams with HVAC/mechanical capabilities and federal past performance.
Contract contact: Alex Hamilton, USACE.
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