140R3021Q0010_CombinedSynopsisSolicitationPKG_Amend1_0001.pdf

140R3021Q0010 - CO2 Bulk Tank Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Amendment 0001 (12/23/2020) - The purpose of this amendment is to 1) add site visit information to this solicitation, 2) correct errors in Attachment 1 - Specifications, and 3) extend the questions and quote due dates.

(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(ii) To facilitate electronic quote submissions through beta.SAM Contract Opportunities, a request for quote (RFQ No. 140R3021Q0010) is being issued subsequent to this combined solicitation/synopsis.

(iii) This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular number 2021-02.

(iv) This requirement is being posted utilizing full and open competition. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is: 332420, Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing. The small business size standard for NAICS Code 332420 is 750 employees.

(v) Line Item 10: Low Pressure CO2 Bulk Tank, 1 Each, in accordance with Attachment 1 - Specifications Line Item 20: Delivery/Freight, 1 Lump Sum, in accordance with location in Attachment 1 - Specifications

(vi) The Bureau of Reclamation has a requirement for a contractor to supply one (1) new 2-3/4-ton, low pressure carbon dioxide (CO2) storage tank (see Attachment 1 - Specifications).

(vii) Award is anticipated on or about January 25, 2020, with delivery required within 100 calendar days after award. Delivery shall be made to Bureau of Reclamation, Hoover Dam Central Warehouse, State Route 172, Boulder City, NV 89005-0400.

THE FOLLOWING CLAUSES AND PROVISIONS ARE APPLICABLE TO THIS COMMERCIAL

ITEM ACQUISITION:

(viii) FAR provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items.

This addendum replaces the term “offer” with “quote” within the provision at 52.212-1.

(ix) FAR provision 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items.

Determination of award will be based on the lowest-priced responsive quote received from a responsible offeror.

(x) FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items.

Offerors are advised to include with their offer, a completed copy of the provision 52.212-03, or indicate completion of the provision online. Offerors may complete the annual representations and certifications online at https://www.sam.gov/.

(xi) FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items.

(xii) FAR clause 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items.

The following additional FAR clauses cited in clause 52.212-5 are applicable to the acquisition:

52.204-10, REPORTING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND FIRST-TIER SUBCONTRACT

AWARDS (JUN 2020)

52.209-6, PROTECTING THE GOVERNMENT’S INTEREST WHEN SUBCONTRACTING WITH

CONTRACTORS DEBARRED, SUSPENDED, OR PROPOSED FOR DEBARMENT (JUN 2020)

52.219-28, POST AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (NOV 2020)

52.222-3, CONVICT LABOR (JUN 2003)

52.222-19, CHILD LABOR-COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES (JAN 2020)

52.222-21, PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES (APR 2015)

52.222-26, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (SEP 2016)

52.222-36, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (JUN 2020)

52.222-40, NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYEE RIGHTS UNDER THE NATIONAL LABOR

RELATIONS ACT (DEC 2010)

52.222-50, COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (OCT 2020)

52.223-18, ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING WHILE

DRIVING (JUN 2020)

52.223-20, AEROSOLS (JUN 2016)

52.223-21, FOAMS (JUN 2016)

52.225-3, BUY AMERICAN-FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS-ISRAELI TRADE ACT (MAY 2014)

52.225-13, RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (JUN 2008)

52.232-33, PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER-SYSTEM FOR AWARD

MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

(xiii) Additional contract requirements include the following clauses and provisions:

*CLAUSES*

52.204-13, SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE (OCT 2018)

52.222-99, COMBATING RACE AND SEX STEREOTYPING [(DEVIATION 20-09)] (NOV 2020)

52.232-40, PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS

SUBCONTRACTORS (DEC 2013)

52.242-15, STOP-WORK ORDER (AUG 1989)

52.247-34, F.O.B. DESTINATION (NOV 1991)

52.252-2, CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

52.252-6, AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN CLAUSES (APR 1984)

DOI-AAAP-0028, ELECTRONIC INVOICING AND PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS-INVOICE

PROCESSING PLATFORM (IPP) (APR 2013)

*PROVISIONS*

52.204-7, SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

52.252-1, SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

52.252-5, AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN PROVISIONS (APR 1984)

1452.215-71, USE AND DISCLOSURE OF PROPOSAL INFORMATION--DEPARTMENT OF THE

INTERIOR (APR 1984)

WBR 1452.225-82, NOTICE OF WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION GOVERNMENT

PROCUREMENT AGREEMENT EVALUATIONS--BUREAU OF RECLAMATION (MAY 2005)

52.203-18, PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN

INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS OR STATEMENTS-REPRESENTATION (JAN

2017)

(xiv) Not Applicable

(xv) All questions shall be submitted via email to jschilke@usbr.gov no later than ThursdayFriday, December January 318, 20202021, by 4:00 P.M., local time.

Quotes are due MondayFriday, January 1118, 2021, at 4:00 P.M., local time. Responsible quoters are requested to submit a quote for this requirement. Quotes shall be submitted via email to jschilke@usbr.gov.

(xvi) The Point of Contact for this solicitation is Ms. Jennalyn Schilke. She may be reached via e-mail at jschilke@usbr.gov (preferred), or by phone at 702-293-8030.

SITE VISIT: A site visit will be held on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at 8:30 A.M., PST. Please contact Ms. Schilke at jschilke@usbr.gov prior to the day of the site visit, if you plan to attend.

Prospective offerors shall meet at the Winged Statues of the Republic, on the Nevada side of Hoover Dam. Please note that parking in the parking garage costs $10.00 per vehicle. Free parking is available on the Arizona side of the dam, but please allow walking time of 10-15 minutes to get to the meeting location. It is strongly encouraged that any prospective offerors attend the site visit.

mailto:jschilke@usbr.gov

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140R3021Q0010 – CO2 Bulk Tank, Amendment 0001 Attachment 1 – Specifications

140R3021Q0010 – CO2 BULK TANK, AMENDMENT 0001

ATTACHMENT 1 – SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications: The contractor will supply one (1) new 2-3/4-ton, low pressure carbon dioxide (CO2) storage tank. Due to down-time and dimensional constraints, the tank’s dimensions and electrical requirements must match the existing tank’s dimensions and electrical requirements. The tank will be delivered to the Hoover Dam Central Warehouse no later than 100 calendar days after award.

1. The tank will be assembled and tested in accordance with ASME Section 8.

2. U-stamp(s), approved weld procedures, and welder qualifications are required prior to the start of any construction.

3. The tank will match the dimensions shown on Exhibit A – Tank Drawing.

4. Lifting devices will be located at the top of the tank.

5. A 4-inch dip tube will be provided like the existing tank.

6. The tank will be insulated with polyurethane in a two-component polymeric material to maximize insulation K factor.

7. The depth of insulation will be a minimum of 4 inches and be protected by a steel outer shell.

8. The Contractor will send the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)Government

Technical POC/Technical Representative the following information for approval, prior to beginning any coating work:

a. Coating systems identification

b. Product information sheets

c. Planned surface preparation

d. The contractor will supply Safety Data Sheets for all paints and chemicals applied to the heat exchangersCO2 tank.

9. The outer shell will be painted using appropriate surface preparation, priming, and top coating.

10. The storage tank will utilize an internal copper evaporator.

11. The evaporator will be connected to a condensing unit mounted externally on the top of the storage tank.

12. The refrigerating condensing unit will be powered by 120-volt, single phase electricity supply.

13. The Contractor will submit refrigerant’s Safety Data Sheets.

14. The tank will employ pressure switches to actuate the condensing unit when the pressure of the contents in the storage tank reaches approximately 310 PSI and the condensing unit will run until the internal pressure of the vessel drops to approximately 290 PSI.

15. The tank will employ a separate pressure switch to indicate a high pressure at or above 325

PSI.

16. The tank will employ a separate pressure switch to indicate a low pressure at or below 275

PSI.

17. Vessel pressure will be displayed by an analog gauge.

18. Vessel level will be displayed using an analog liquid level gauge.

19. A digital differential pressure gauge will be provided to indicate liquid level in the vessel.

The gauge will include an adjustable set point switch to indicate abnormal levels in the vessel.

20. To ensure the vessel is always protected from overpressure, a certified relief valve and a certified backup relief valve will be provided. These valves will be connected to a 3-way transfer valve. These valves will be set to MAWP of 357 PSI.

21. A low flow bleeder valve set to 341 PSI will be provided to accommodate slow increases in tank pressure should the refrigeration unit be temporarily deactivated.

22. All external accessories will be isolated by ball valves.

23. Liquid fill and vapor balance connections will terminate in a ball valve with end connections and thread protectors compliant with the major suppliers of bulk liquid CO2.

24. In order to approve the design, the Contractor will submit design approval drawings of the ENTIRE system showing all items’ description in a bill of materials.

a. Design approval drawings will be submitted within 21 calendar days after award.

i. All items used in the construction of the tank will be identified in the bill of materials either by ASME or ASTM standards, or name and model number if ASME or ASTM standards are not available.

ii. Weld procedures must be included on the drawing(s).

iii. The contractor will use U.S. customary units for all measurement units.

iv. The Contractor will submit drawings in AUTOCAD format (.dwg) on CD-ROM disc or e-mail. These drawings will be submitted with the following information in the title block:

A. Low Pressure Carbon Dioxide Bulk Tank B. Contractor's and/or supplier's name C. Component name (if necessary) D. Drawing number

v. These drawings will use the following:

A. D size in paper space B. Draw 1:1 scale in model space

25. All drawings will become property of the Government upon completion of the contract

26. After accepting the design drawings, a notice to proceed to purchase materials and construct the new tank will be given to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer (CO).

a. The Contractor will order materials and commence construction within ten days of receipt of the notice to proceed.

b. Any expense the Contractor incurs prior to receiving the notice to proceed will be at the

Contractor’s own risk.

27. Mill tests and radiographic quality control testing are required prior to shipment of the tank.

28. The Contractor will submit one startup manual in PDF format.

29. The Contractor will submit one maintenance manual in PDF format.

30. The Contractor will submit one recommended spare parts list in PDF format.

31. The Contractor is not required to supply bulk liquid CO2 for initial fill of the storage tank.

32. The contractor will deliver the completed pressure vessel F.O.B. Destination to the Hoover

Dam Central Warehouse (see Freight/Delivery Address section):

a. All costs of delivery will be at the Contractor’s expense and will be included in the price quote.

b. The contractor will be responsible for packing, loading, securing, and transporting the tank.

c. The contractor will be responsible for any damage that may occur in the handling and transportation of the tank.

d. The Government shall make a forklift and/or crane with an operator available for unloading the heat tank during regular warehouse hours at no charge to the contractor.

The contractor will make the request to the COR for use of the Government’s forklift and/or crane at least 72 hours prior to scheduled delivery times.

e. Hoover Dam Central Warehouse shipping and receiving hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., Pacific Time, Monday through Thursday.

33. Submittal Requirements – The Contractor will furnish, for approval, the submittals identified in Table 1.

Table 1 – List of Submittals.

RSN

Provision, clause or paragraph

Submittals Required No. of sets sent to:

Due date/delivery time CO Tech

1 1.B U-stamp(s) and welder qualifications 1 1 Within 10 calendar days of award

2 1.D Design Drawings and approved weld procedures 1 1 Within 21 calendar days of award

3 1.H

• Coating systems identification

• Product information sheets

• Planned surface preparation

• Safety Data Sheets

1 1 Within 21 calendar days of award

4 1.M Refrigerant Safety Data Sheets 1 1 Within 21 calendar days of award

5 1.AA Mill tests and Quality control test results 1 1

Within 7 calendar days of testing and prior to final acceptance

a. The Contractor will provide one copy each of the submittals required by Table 1 (List of

Submittals) to the following Government employees. Submittals will be delivered by e-mail.

CO - Contracting Officer Mr. Kevin Broadnax E-mail: kbroadnax@usbr.gov

Tech - Technical Representative

TBD upon award Email: TBD

b. Cost - All costs of furnishing submittals will be at the Contractor’s expense and will be included in the price for other items of work.

Freight/Delivery Address:

Bureau of Reclamation Hoover Dam Central Warehouse State Route 172 Boulder City, NV 89005-0400 mailto:kbroadnax@usbr.gov

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11' 4-7/8" 10' 0"

140R3021Q0010 - CO2 Bulk Tank Exhibit A - Tank Drawing

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