6913G625Q300005 BackupGenerator 2024 SOW.pdf

Request for Quotation (RFQ) No. 6913G625Q300005 Procurement Request No. V3452330

Department of Transportation

Volpe National Transportation Systems Center

Building #2410 Backup Generator

Statement of Work

Introduction

The Volpe Center operates the Volpe Test Range (VTR) located in Joint Base Cape Cod, Sandwich, Massachusetts. There are several active projects at the VTR currently supporting both DOT-OST-R and FAA. The VTR supports Position Navigation and

Timing (PNT) work in support of DOT OST-R and the Federal Aviation Administration

(FAA) has the FD70 Testing Phase II validation effort ongoing.

In order to provide testing in all weather conditions a backup generator is required due to more frequent power outages during the winter months. The generator is required to power the facilities and all equipment powered from our existing 500 kVA transformer located next to our building. The generator is to be powered by natural gas and automatically transfers power from the grid when the grid loses power and transfer power back to the grid when the grid power is restored.

Scope of Work

The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, tools, fuel, and materials necessary for the services described under CLIN 00100, 00200 and 00300 below. It is the responsibility of the contractor to dispose of any materials properly and in keeping with environmental requirements. The Contractor should ensure that all work performed abide by local, municipal, and federal rules and regulations. The contractor will be responsible for procuring any permits necessary for this job. Upon the completion of the job, The

Contractor will be responsible for scheduling and ensuring the job passes all necessary inspections required locally, municipally, or federally. The Contractor shall be responsible for securing any necessary subcontractors to ensure the completion of this project in accordance with rules and regulations.

Work Requirements

CLIN 00100 Concrete pad for generator and conduit/piping

The Contractor shall install a concrete pad for the backup generator and associated components. The pad shall meet the following specifications:

1. The pad shall weight at least as much as the generator’s total weight.

2. Generator should have 12 inches of clearance on all sides, unless manufacturer requires a larger distance.

3. The pad will have the plumbing and electrical pipes to the correct location for the equipment.

4. Provide the required ground wire to service the disconnect location.

CLIN 00200 Installation of 400A 3 phase 120/208V automatic transfer switch

The contractor shall install a 400A 3 phase 120/208V automatic transfer switch and associated hardware, including but not limited to:

1. Line side feeders with correct size wire for 200A.

2. Reroute wires and pipes on load side of meter to load side of transfer switch.

3. Installation of ground wires.

CLIN00300 Installation of Generator and all associated hardware.

The Contractor shall provide the generator and install, including all electrical and natural gas connections, that meets the following specifications:

1. 3-Phase and at least 100kW

2. Fuel: natural gas

3. 400A 3-phase automatic transfer switch to power both:

a. Building #2410

b. Equipment in the field

4. Have remote monitoring and control capabilities

5. Have vibration isolation

6. Coordinate with gas company on disconnect and reconnect

7. Installation and connection of electrical and plumbing

Within 60 days of first start up a Generator Compliance Certificate must be readied by

The Contractor, signed by the project owner, and submitted to MA DEP.

Additionally, the following should be provided to the Project Owner upon the completion of the project:

• Information on the equipment type, make and model and rated power output.

• If applicable, the results of an air quality model run which demonstrates that emergency engine and/or emergency turbine emissions will not cause an exceedance of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).

• Copies of certificates and documents from the manufacturer and supplier related to the certificates.

• Purchase orders, invoices, and other documents to substantiate information in the monthly log.

Period of Performance

The period of performance shall be date of award through May 2, 2025.

Place of Performance

Volpe Test Range at Joint Base Cape Cod located at:

South Inner Road, Bldg. 2410

Joint Base Cape Cod

Sandwich MA 02542

Inspection and Acceptance

The contractor shall demonstrate the generator in operation, scheduling, and ensuring the job passes all necessary inspections required locally, municipally, or federally.

Volpe Technical Point of Contact Chris Scarpone

Chris.scarpone@dot.gov

617-833-0432 mailto:Chris.scarpone@dot.gov