BHNF Remove and replace electric water heater

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking quotations from small‑business contractors to remove an existing 100‑gallon electric water heater and install an 80‑gallon electric water heater at the Black Hills National Forest Supervisors Office in Custer, South Dakota. The work is a one‑time, fixed‑price job that includes disposal of the old unit, provision of all labor and materials, compliance with South Dakota plumbing licensing, and coordination of water/electric shutdowns. No concrete work, permits, or recurring service periods are required. Contractors may propose an equivalent commercial heater that meets the specified performance criteria. • Location: 1019 North 5th St, Custer, SD (Black Hills National Forest Supervisors Office) • Scope: Remove & dispose of 100‑gal heater; install 80‑gal electric heater in existing floor location • Requirements: South Dakota‑licensed plumber; provide all labor, materials, disposal, and coordination of shutdowns • Set‑aside: Total Small Business Set‑Aside (NAICS 238220) • Submission: RFQ (no separate solicitation); quotations must be received by the deadline (not specified in excerpt) • Contract type: Fixed‑price, one‑time task, no base‑period services • Contact: Steve Holly, Contracting Officer, USDA‑FS (email provided)