How to bid on NIST Multiple Coils Replacement for the Department of Commerce

What the agency is buying

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), part of the Department of Commerce, is looking for a contractor to replace cooling and heating coils. This work is detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) provided with the solicitation. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in HVAC or similar equipment replacement projects.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quotation is August 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response before this time. A site visit is scheduled for July 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. If you plan to attend the site visit, you must notify the contracting officer as instructed in the solicitation documents.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for contractors with expertise in replacing cooling and heating coils, particularly those familiar with large-scale equipment replacement in institutional or research environments. Firms in the equipment category, especially those with HVAC or mechanical contracting experience, would find this relevant. The location for the work is Gaithersburg, MD.

How to respond

To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to view the original source on the portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though some bids allow document viewing without an account.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements for replacing the cooling and heating coils. Pay close attention to Amendment 01, which extends the deadline, updates bonding and submission requirements, and includes answers to submitted questions. These updates are highlighted in yellow in the revised Combined Synopsis and detailed in the Questions and Answers document.

If you attend the site visit, use it as an opportunity to gain a clear understanding of the existing conditions and ask any clarifying questions. Ensure your proposal includes all required bonding information and follows the updated submission instructions precisely. Address all aspects of the Wage Determination MD20260120 and the NIST Guidelines for Contractors and A/E Firms.