The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research for a one‑year, performance‑based contract to provide comprehensive duct cleaning and related services in Building 225 on the NIST Gaithersburg campus. The contractor must supply all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and safety measures to clean air handling units (AHUs), supply and return ductwork, perform asbestos abatement of insulation, and encapsulate internal fibrous‑glass liners. Work must be completed outside normal building hours, with strict containment, HEPA filtration, and documentation requirements, including video verification and weekly progress reports. The effort includes fabrication of duct doors, temporary power provisioning, and adherence to extensive safety, security, and quality‑control plans.
• Scope: Clean 12 AHUs, associated ductwork, and induction units; remove and encapsulate fibrous‑glass liners.
• Specialty tasks: Asbestos abatement, HEPA‑filtered containment, remote‑spray encapsulation, video documentation, and detailed reporting.
• Duration: 1‑year contract, completion by 30 Sep 2027, with possible 6‑month extension.
• Location: NIST campus, 100 Bureau Drive, Gaithersburg, MD.
• Submission: Capability statement due 28 Aug 2026 (12 pm EST) via email to Tony Schmidt.