Bid guide
How to bid on Roof Repairs for the National Center for Cool and the Cold-Water Aquaculture
What the agency is buying
The Department of Agriculture needs roof repairs at its National Center for Cool and the Cold-Water Aquaculture (NCCCWA) facility in Kearneysville, West Virginia. This project is expected to take 240 days to complete once the Notice to Proceed is issued.
This is a good opportunity for small businesses specializing in roofing services to work with a federal agency.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 8, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by August 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your response before this deadline, as late submissions are generally not considered.
A mandatory site visit is required for this opportunity. Details for the site visit will be found in the Terms and Conditions Document. Make sure to attend to be eligible to bid.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small-business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to submit a quotation. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 238160 for Roofing Contractors, with a small business size standard of $19 million.
Firms with experience in commercial or government roofing projects, particularly those familiar with the scope of work for institutional facilities, will find this suitable.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to go to the original source portal. You may need to click the link twice to get directly to the bid page. Some documents may require a free account to view.
This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a separate written solicitation will not be issued beyond this announcement. Ensure your quotation addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation number 1232SA26Q0971.
Tips for a competitive response
Given the mandatory site visit, ensure your team attends and takes thorough notes. This visit is essential for understanding the full scope of work and for preparing an accurate and competitive quotation.
Carefully review all terms and conditions, especially those related to the period of performance and any specific material or labor requirements. Highlight your experience with similar projects and your ability to meet the 240-day completion timeframe. Clearly demonstrate your firm's qualifications under NAICS 238160.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Agriculture, Department of; the original posting controls.