FPC BRYAN, TX - REPLACE HVAC SYSTEM ICC BUILDING
JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FPC BRYAN · Response deadline: Wed, 04 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Federal Prison Camp (FPC) in Bryan, Texas is soliciting offers to replace the HVAC system in its ICC Building. This is a total small business set-aside procurement for the Bureau of Prisons, a component of the Department of Justice.
NAICS code 333415 designates "Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing." This classification encompasses the manufacturing of HVAC equipment, though in federal contracting it is commonly applied to installation, replacement, and maintenance contracts involving this category of equipment as well. Work of this type typically involves removal of existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; installation of new equipment; and associated electrical, controls, and ductwork modifications necessary for a complete system replacement in an existing facility.
For prison facilities specifically, HVAC replacement work may involve coordination with institutional security requirements, after-hours or weekend scheduling to minimize disruption, and compliance with Bureau of Prisons technical specifications and safety protocols. Contractors should see the solicitation for the full scope of work, equipment specifications, and any site-specific requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Justice, Department of / Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons / FPC Bryan |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 15B50427Q00000001 |
| NAICS | 333415 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 4, 2026, 11:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Texas |
Who can bid
This procurement is a total small business set-aside, meaning only qualifies small businesses under NAICS 333415 may bid. The Small Business Administration size standard for NAICS 333415 is 1,000 employees. Your business must be:
- Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
- Certified as small for NAICS 333415 in your SAM profile
- Capable of performing HVAC system replacement work (see the solicitation for specific experience, licensing, or bonding requirements)
If you are a small business in the HVAC, mechanical contracting, or building systems sector with experience in commercial or institutional facilities, you may be positioned to compete. Veterans, women, or disadvantaged small business owners with applicable socioeconomic certifications should ensure these are current in SAM, as they may provide evaluation preferences in certain scenarios or support subcontracting plans if required.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the institutional environment. Prison facility work involves unique operational constraints. Emphasize in your proposal your experience working in secured environments, your ability to comply with Bureau of Prisons identification and clearance procedures, and your flexibility to accommodate institutional schedules and lockdown protocols.
Verify technical qualifications. HVAC system replacement in correctional facilities often requires specific equipment durability standards, integration with building automation systems, and compliance with federal energy efficiency mandates. See the solicitation for equipment specifications, warranty requirements, and any mandated brands or performance criteria.
Demonstrate past performance. Include relevant contract completions for similar institutional, commercial, or industrial HVAC replacements. Projects of comparable size, complexity, and security environment strengthen your evaluation score.
Address pricing structure carefully. Combined synopsis/solicitation notices typically require your full offer at submission. Ensure your pricing covers demolition, disposal, equipment, installation, testing, balancing, commissioning, and any required training or documentation. Clarify in the solicitation whether there are separate line items for options or phases.
Confirm licensing and insurance. Texas state contractor licensing, applicable municipal registrations, and adequate liability and workers' compensation coverage are standard expectations. Verify if the solicitation specifies additional bonding or surety requirements.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 15B50427Q00000001. Review all technical specifications, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements before preparing your offer. Note that responses are due November 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time—verify your SAM registration and any required certifications are active well before this deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →