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Replacement of 10 Ton HVAC Unit, Bldg.11, PR ANG

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO PR.USPFO PR PROCUREMENT.W7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PRANG 156 · Response deadline: Tue, 03 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Puerto Rico Air National Guard (PR ANG) needs a contractor to replace a 10-ton HVAC unit in Building 11. This is mechanical construction work involving the removal of an existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system and installation of a new unit of equivalent capacity.

NAICS 238220 covers Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors—businesses that install and service climate-control systems in commercial and institutional buildings. Federal HVAC replacement projects typically require compliance with energy efficiency standards, proper refrigerant handling (EPA Section 608 certification), and adherence to military construction safety protocols.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under NAICS 238220. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code—currently $25 million in average annual receipts for HVAC and plumbing construction firms. You must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have any required Puerto Rico contractor licenses.

Given the federal military customer, bidders should anticipate security requirements see the solicitation for any facility clearance needs or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling. Puerto Rico-based small businesses may have logistical advantages for this location-specific work.

How to put together a competitive bid

Verify your small business status. Confirm your NAICS 238220 size standard compliance in SAM.gov before spending time on a proposal.

Assess site access and logistics. Carolina is on Puerto Rico's northern coast; evaluate travel, lodging, equipment transport, and local supply chain for a 10-ton commercial unit. Hurricane-season timing and grid reliability may factor into your schedule and backup power planning.

Review technical requirements carefully. The solicitation will specify whether the replacement requires matching existing specifications or allows equivalent products. Ten-ton units serve substantial commercial space—expect requirements for SEER ratings, refrigerant type, and ductwork integration. See the solicitation for specific brand, efficiency, or warranty requirements.

Line up certified technicians. EPA Section 608 Universal certification is essential for handling refrigerants. Military sites may also require OSHA 10/30, fall protection training for rooftop work, and background checks.

Price labor, equipment, and disposal. Your bid should include crane or rigging costs for a unit of this weight, removal and environmentally compliant disposal of the old system, and any electrical or controls work. See the solicitation for whether the government will provide disposal assistance or require you to handle everything.

Understand the contract vehicle. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices often use simplified acquisition procedures—read carefully for whether this is a sealed bid, request for quotation, or other format, and follow instructions precisely.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number W50S9327QA001
2. Note the deadline: November 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time—there is no indication this deadline is negotiable
3. Register or update SAM.gov immediately if not current; processing can take several days
4. Download all attachments including specifications, drawings for Building 11, and any required forms

See the solicitation for complete technical requirements, evaluation criteria, bonding requirements, and instructions for submission.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →