Description
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks a small‑business contractor to troubleshoot and repair three access‑control panels (two exterior doors and one interior door) at the Kawishiwi Ranger District of the Superior National Forest in Ely, Minnesota. The work is a firm‑fixed‑price RFQ, set‑aside for small businesses with additional preferences for women‑owned, EDWOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Bids are due on the same day as the solicitation issue, with performance expected to begin 9 Nov 2026 and end 11 Jan 2027 (approximately four months). The contractor must provide all labor, materials, transportation, and supplies, comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, and adhere to numerous FAR and AGAR clauses.
• Scope: Troubleshoot and repair Schlage ENGAGE and LEMS wireless access‑control systems at three doors.
• Timeline: Quote due 30 Oct 2026 1 PM CT; performance 9 Nov 2026 – 11 Jan 2027 (≈4 months).
• Eligibility: Total small‑business set‑aside; WOSB, EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone preferences.
• Requirements: Full labor and material provision, compliance with Service Contract Act wage determination, and adherence to FAR clauses (e.g., 52.222‑3, 52.222‑41).