Attachment 2 Hoop Specifications.pdf

Specifications Free Standing Hoop Structures

a. Info: Scientists at the Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) are developing scientific information and new technology to solve high priority problems for the U.S. beef, sheep, and swine industries. The research is directed toward problems of national concern and to meeting USDA's Action Agencies' research needs. With over 20,000 animals to care for, quality of feed is a primary concern. Hay that is not protected from the elements quickly loses its nutritional value. Hoop sheds provide a dry place to store the hay until used and are critical to providing high-quality feed to the center’s animals.

b. Background: Four free standing hoop structures are to be constructed by the Government for hay storage. Construction is to be wood columns in concrete, a steel framework and a cloth like cover which extends from the top of the walls to the top of the framework. Hoop shed is 50’ wide x 80’ long x 24’ high. Wood columns and walls are 8’ above the ground. One end of hoop shed is open from the ground to the top of the steel framework. All labor and materiel for framework will be provided by the Government.

This Contract requirement is only for the hoop structures themselves, Contractor will not assemble or erect the structures.

Requirement: Four (4) each free-standing hoop structures for hay storage.

c. Requirement Specifications: Each hoop structure will meet the following specifications:

• 50’ X 80’ 4000 square foot building

• 16’ on center with full wall on back

• To include:

o End package o Lumber package o Hardware/I-beam package o Two (2) each 3’ X 3” mesh vents

• Price to include delivery

d. Place of Performance/Delivery Location:

USMARC

844 Road 313 Clay Center NE 68933

e. Period of Performance: 90 days after award of contract

f. Warranties: Standard manufacturer’s warrantee.

g. Example: