What this opportunity is
The Department of Transportation is seeking a contractor to repair the air conditioning unit at the GLS Administration Building in Massena, NY, under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, suitable for small businesses with a size standard of $19 million. Interested contractors must register in SAM.gov and respond to the Request for Quote (RFQ) by June 24, 2026, with a site visit scheduled for June 15, 2026.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Performance Work Statement
GLS Administration Building A/C Repair
1. Scope:
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, tools, equipment, and materials
(except as otherwise provided) necessary to perform the following services on the
existing air conditioning system at the GLS Administration Building:
Currently Trane CRHM300A-4HAT 30-ton, 208V 3-phase compressor is
inoperable due to no refrigerant in the system.
Troubleshoot and determine extent of leaks and repair.
Reservice with R-407C refrigerant.
Continue to troubleshoot the system and return Trane CRHM300A-4HAT 30-
ton, 208V 3-phase compressor back to operational service.
Perform a complete leak test and evaluate system integrity.
Clean condenser unit.
Evaluate system for cause of excessive head pressure.
Perform startup and operational testing to ensure proper performance.
2. Place of Performance
All work shall be performed at:
GLS Administration Building
Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation
180 Andrews Street
Massena, NY 13662
3. Performance Requirements:
Work must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal HVAC and refrigerant
handling regulations, including EPA 608 refrigerant recovery and recordkeeping
requirements.
All work must be performed by licensed HVAC technicians certified to handle R-
407C refrigerant.
The contractor shall use industry best practices and manufacturer guidelines for all
system testing, recovery, and component replacement.
4. Government-Furnished Property
None. The contractor shall furnish all tools, materials, equipment, and labor required to
perform the work.
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5. Period of Performance
Work shall be completed within fifteen (15) business days from notice to proceed.
On-site work shall be scheduled and coordinated with the COR to minimize disruption to
building operations.
6. Deliverables
The awarded contractor will be required to submit the following documents:
• Documentation of refrigerant, test results, and system performance post-repair.
• Completion report outlining work performed, parts replaced, refrigerant balance,
and technician certification(s).
7. Point of Contact
The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will be designated upon award. The COR
will serve as the primary technical contact for coordination, scheduling, and inspection.
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.