Description
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a small‑business‑qualified contractor to install a new fence and gates around a 20‑acre leased field at the Reedley College site in Parlier, California. The work includes all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and transportation needed to complete the fence system in accordance with the attached Statement of Work, drawings, and specifications. The contract is a total small‑business set‑aside with an estimated value between $75,000 and $150,000. The contractor must provide a performance bond or irrevocable letter of credit within 10 days of award, and must begin work within 90 calendar days of receiving a notice to proceed. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 18, 2026; questions are due by August 20, 2026; and final quotations must be submitted by August 31, 2026. Evaluation will be based on the lowest price that is technically acceptable (LPTA).
• Scope: Install fence and gates around perimeter of 20‑acre site (new construction).
• Location: 9611 S Riverbend Ave, Parlier, CA (USDA ARS San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center).
• Contract type: Total Small Business Set‑Aside RFQ, NAICS 238990.
• Estimated contract value: $75‑$150 K.
• Performance period: 90 days after notice to proceed.
• Mandatory site visit: 08/18/2026.
• Questions due: 08/20/2026.
• Quote deadline: 08/31/2026.
• Required bonds/letters: Performance bond or irrevocable L/C within 10 days of award.