MN-AGASSIZ NWR-AC REPLACEMENT

Summary: Background The Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking contractors for the replacement of air conditioning units at its headquarters. This project aims to enhance the facility's climate control systems, ensuring a comfortable environment for staff and visitors while supporting the refuge's mission of wildlife conservation. Work Details The contractor is required to provide and install two heat pump units along with all associated work at the headquarters building of Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge located near Middle River, Minnesota. The scope of work includes: - Installation of two heat pump units. - Disposal of all materials removed under this contract. - Compliance with site conditions and regulations as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). - Conducting a site visit prior to bidding to familiarize with existing conditions that may affect the work. Period of Performance The contract performance period is from June 30, 2026, to August 31, 2026, allowing for completion within 60 calendar days after receiving the notice to proceed. Place of Performance The construction projects will be performed at Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge, located at 22996 290th St NE, Middle River, MN 56737. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) The opportunity appears to have a closely related prior contract under BPA 140FS223A0099 awarded to LEE Plumbing & Heating, described as “MN- AGASSIZ NWR-HVAC MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR.” That prior work is likely relevant because it involves ongoing HVAC maintenance and repair at the same Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge headquarters, and the current requirement for replacement of air conditioning/heat pump units appears to be a continuation of facility HVAC system work.