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Z--OR-BANDON MARSH NWR-BANDON HVAC

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.DEPARTMENTAL OFFICES.FWS CONTRACTING ACTIVITY · Response deadline: Tue, 10 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), part of the Department of the Interior, is soliciting bids for HVAC work at Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge in Bandon, Oregon. The solicitation title indicates this is a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning project at this specific refuge location.

NAICS code 238220 refers to Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. This classification covers establishments primarily engaged in installing and servicing plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning systems. Common activities include HVAC system installation, repair, and maintenance in commercial and institutional buildings.

Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge is a protected coastal wetland area along the Coquille River in southwestern Oregon. Facilities at such refuges typically include visitor centers, administrative offices, maintenance buildings, and storage structures that require climate control for both operational needs and preservation of equipment and materials.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is a full and open competition with no set-aside restriction. Any qualified business, including large and small businesses, can submit a bid. However, the NAICS 238220 has a Small Business Administration size standard of $19.0 million in average annual receipts, meaning many HVAC contractors would qualify as small businesses.

To compete effectively, a contractor should have:

• Active SAM.gov registration (required for any federal award)
• Experience with commercial or institutional HVAC systems
• Ability to work in remote or rural locations, given the refuge setting
• Applicable state and local licenses for HVAC work in Oregon
• Bonding capacity appropriate for see the solicitation for project value

Businesses in the Pacific Northwest may have logistical advantages for this Oregon-based work.

How to put together a competitive bid

For an unrestricted HVAC solicitation at a wildlife refuge, focus on these practical elements:

Read the performance work statement carefully. Refuges often have specific operational constraints—environmental sensitivity, public access hours, coordination with biological staff—that affect how and when work can occur. The solicitation should detail any seasonal restrictions or protected species considerations.

Demonstrate relevant institutional experience. Government evaluators value past performance on similar federal, state, or large commercial facilities. Document projects involving occupied buildings, environmental compliance, or remote site logistics.

Address accessibility and mobilization. Bandon's location on Oregon's southern coast requires planning for equipment delivery, temporary facilities, and worker housing if crews are not local. Include realistic travel and per-diem costs.

Include required certifications. Oregon HVAC licensure, EPA Section 608 technician certification for refrigerant handling, and any federal safety training should be listed. Ensure your SAM.gov entity registration is current through the award period.

Price realistically. Without set-aside competition, pricing discipline matters. Analyze historical pricing for FWS or DOI HVAC contracts if available, and ensure your burdened labor rates account for the location's distance from major metropolitan areas.

Next steps

Access the full solicitation 140FF027Q0020 on SAM.gov to review the detailed scope of work, evaluation criteria, and required proposal format. Note the firm deadline of November 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM Eastern Time—late submissions are typically not accepted. Verify your SAM registration status immediately, as renewal processing can take several weeks. Consider contacting the contracting officer listed in the solicitation with any clarification questions well before the deadline to allow time for written responses to benefit all offerors.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →