Description
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking a qualified small‑business contractor to provide duct cleaning services for multiple buildings on its Gaithersburg, MD campus. The contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price, performance‑based service agreement covering a one‑year base period (Oct 1 2026 – Sep 30 2027) with a possible no‑cost extension. The contractor will be responsible for cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining HVAC ductwork in accordance with a Performance Work Statement (PWS) and must meet NIST’s performance standards. The solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov on Sep 14 2026, with proposals due Sep 17 2027 and award expected around Sep 23 2026. This is a total small‑business set‑aside.
• Scope: Duct cleaning, inspection, minor repairs for HVAC systems across multiple NIST campus buildings.
• Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price, performance‑based service contract (RFQ).
• Period of performance: 1 year (Oct 1 2026 – Sep 30 2027) plus optional no‑cost extension.
• Funding: Not disclosed; typical federal duct‑cleaning contracts range from $100k–$300k annually.
• Eligibility: Total small‑business set‑aside; must be capable of meeting performance standards and past‑performance requirements.
• Submission: Posted Sep 14 2026; proposal due Sep 17 2027, 10:00 a.m. EST; award anticipated Sep 23 2026.
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Tony Schmidt