Closed Solicitation · DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
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The USDA is seeking information from qualified small business contractors for a sinkhole repair and perimeter security enhancement project at the Jamie L. Whitten Building. The project, estimated between $1 million and $5 million, includes various construction tasks such as excavation, paving, and bollard installation, with a performance period of approximately 180 days. Interested parties should submit responses via the provided Microsoft Form by June 10, 2025, to inform future acquisition strategies.
This Sources Sought notice is for information and planning purposes only; to gain knowledge of the marketplace that will inform acquisition decisions. It is not a solicitation announcement and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government is not requesting offers or proposals now. After a review of the responses to this notice, a solicitation announcement may be issued. A response to this notice is not considered a reply to any future solicitation, nor is it a guarantee that a solicitation will be issued to respondents. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Operations (OO) is conducting this Sources Sought to identify interested and qualified Small Business Contractors who possess the capabilities and availability to propose on the subject project. A summary of the project details is provided below. SCOPE: Furnish all labor, material, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies necessary to complete the work according to the contract terms, conditions, and attachments. Work includes but is not limited to: Mobilization Contractor Staking Excavation Road Reconditioning Roadway Reclamation Asphalt Pulverizing Aggregate and Fill Placement Paving Bollard Installation Parking Lot Markings LOCATION: The Jamie L. Whitten Building (called Whitten for short) is located along the National Mall near the Smithsonian Metrorail stations on Independence Avenue. Lot #9 is a parking lot that is bound by a landscaped area known as the Peoples Garden to the north, the 12th Street to the east, the Whitten Building to the west, and the Independence Avenue to the south. MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT: Government Cost Estimate, per FAR 36.204, is between $1 million to $5 million. PERFORMANCE PERIOD: The performance period is anticipated to be 180 days but is considered negotiable. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS OF POTENTIAL OFFERORS:Potential offerors must have successful experience in the repair of large sinkholes and asphalt/paving of parking lots, inclusive of the required experience and qualifications to navigate unique construction and permit efforts required by Washington Metro (WMATA) given the sinkholes location. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: **Companies will need to submit this Microsoft Form for submission to this Sources Sought: https://forms.office.com/g/RLU19anFWB . See link below as well. This is strictly Market Research and response is strictly voluntary it is not mandatory to submit a response to this notice to participate in any formal solicitation process that may take place in the future. However, it should be noted that information gathered through this notice may significantly influence our acquisition strategy. Gained knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications of various members of the Small Business Industry must ensure there is adequate competition among the potential pool of responsible contractors; Section 8(a)s is highly encouraged to participate. _____________________________ Interested small businesses shall submit a response to the MS Form listed above. If you choose (not required) to also submit capabilities statement it would need to be email to BOTH- jessica.massey@usda.gov and carlton.bradshaw@usda.gov no later than the time indicated on the Contract Opportunity webpage. If there are general questions please email BOTH- jessica.massey@usda.gov and carlton.bradshaw@usda.gov NLT COB 6/10. Determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract action based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government is not obligated to, nor will it pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to this sources sought request. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach.
Sink Hole Repair and Perimeter Security Enhancement Construction is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.
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