UMESC HYDRONIC BOILER REPLACEMENT

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Background The contract is issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for the replacement of hydronic boilers at the Upper Midwest Environmental Science Center in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. This project aims to enhance the facility's heating system by removing decommissioned boilers and installing new ones, aligning with USGS's mission to provide reliable scientific information about the natural resources and environment. Work Details The contractor is required to perform the following tasks: 1. Removal of decommissioned hydronic boilers. 2. Installation of new hydronic boilers, including all necessary venting, piping, and appurtenances. 3. Provision of all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary for the completion of the project. 4. Compliance with environmental management systems as outlined in Section C of the Statement of Work. 5. Integration of new systems into existing facility infrastructure where applicable. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the construction projects will be performed (if provided). Place of Performance The construction projects will be performed at the USGS Upper Midwest Environmental Science Center located at 2630 Fanta Reed Road, LaCrosse, WI 54603. Bidder Requirements Bidders are required to furnish performance and payment bonds within 10 calendar days after award. Additionally, bidders must comply with safety qualifications and may need to provide a subcontracting plan depending on their proposal. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior USGS work at the UMESC for hot water/hydronic boiler installation and system maintenance. The prior contract (140G0225P0131) was awarded to Ideal Balance for $107,000, and Amendment P00001 extended the period of performance due to a government shutdown during UMESC boiler installation and maintenance activities. The current scope similarly involves removing decommissioned boilers and installing new hydronic boilers with integration into existing facility infrastructure, suggesting continuity of the same facility heating system effort.