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Project Title: Jawbone Station Fuel Tanks

Specifications for Aboveground Con Vault/ Fire Guard UL-2085 Style Fuel Storage Tank Flammable

Liquid Storage Using Multi-Hazard, Protected Aboveground Tanks.

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This section specifies the requirements for multi-hazard, protected aboveground storage tanks

(ASTs) used for fuel dispensing systems for Bureau of Land Management (non-Commercial) use.

1.2 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

• NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATIONS (NFPA) NFPA 30/30A–Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

• UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC. (UL) UL 142 – Steel Aboveground Tanks for

Flammable and Combustible Liquids UL 2085 – Protected Tank Standards

• APPLICABLE LOCAL AND STATE REGULATIONS

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals required to install aboveground fuel storage tanks and fuel dispensing systems as described in the specifications.

1.4 QUALITY

Thoroughly trained and experienced workers familiar with the requirements and procedures shall be used. They shall possess the appropriate skills, experience, competence and required certifications to complete work in accordance with the provisions of theses specifications.

1.5 TANK INSTALLATION

Aboveground storage tanks shall be installed as recommended by the tank manufacturer and approved by the Owner’s representative. The tanks shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s

Attachment 2 – Specifications Page 2 of 4 installation procedure in effect at the time of installation. The pumps, tanks and appurtenances shall result in a complete working system. Aboveground tanks shall be place on a reinforced concrete slab cast in place. Electrical connections and fuel piping to the pump unit shall be installed in accordance with the requirements within these specifications, as well as all applicable N.E.C. and NFPA Codes.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

The contractor shall provide two (2) sets of submittals to the Government including manufacturer’s product data sheets, installation instructions, certificates of compliance with testing requirements, engineering data, equipment specifications, warranty information must be provided upon completion.

1.7 PERMITS

The contractor will be responsible to obtain the necessary permits.

1.8 CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

The contractor shall be properly licensed with federal, state, and local governments and agencies. The contractor shall comply with all the provisions of California statues, and is bound to comply with

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction safety program and any amendments thereto.

1.9 SITE STORAGE

The Contractor shall store its apparatus, materials, supplies, tools, parts, incidentals and equipment in a safe and weather resistant area and in such a fashion at the work site as to not interfere with the progress of its work or operations of the Bureau of land Management or Friends of Jawbone maintenance staff.

On Attachment 3 - Project Site Plan, the Government indicates where the contractor will be able to store equipment, materials, etc. Risk of loss for the items under the contract shall remain with the Contractor until final acceptance of installation by the Bureau of Land Management.

1.10 DISPOSAL

The contractor shall be responsible for removing and properly disposing of all contractor generated debris during this project and disposed of offsite in accordance with state and local regulations.

2.0 REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 SCOPE

This section specifies the requirements for multi-hazard, protected Aboveground Storage Tanks

(ASTs) used for fuel dispensing systems for Bureau of Land Management (non-Commercial) use.

2.2 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

• NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATIONS (NFPA) NFPA 30/30A – Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

• UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC. (UL) UL 142 – Steel Aboveground Tanks for

Flammable and Combustible Liquids UL 2085 – Protected Tank Standards

• APPLICABLE LOCAL AND STATE REGULATIONS

2.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals required to install aboveground fuel storage tanks and fuel dispensing systems as described in the specifications.

3.0 - MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS

3.1 MATERIALS

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All materials and equipment used in this project shall be new and shall meet or exceed the following specifications.

a) All specifications listed are intended to be preferred function and performance specifications. No specification should be construed as representing any brand of materials. Quoter should propose to furnish materials that come closest to meeting the details of the specifications.

3.1.1 MATERIAL DELIVERY

Any material to be delivered to Jawbone Visitor Center 28111 Jawbone Canyon Road, Cantil CA.

Contractors shall coordinate delivery with BLM Ridgecrest Field Office staff.

3.2 STEEL PLATE

All steel plate used in the construction of the multi-hazard, protected AST and related accessories shall conform to ASTM A36.

3.3 STEEL SHEET

All Steel Sheet used in the construction of the multi-hazard, protected AST and related accessories shall conform to ASTM A570 Grade 33.

3.4 PIPE and TUBING

All pipe used in the construction of the multi-hazard, protected AST and related accessories shall conform to ASTM A120 or ASTM A53 Grade B. All tubing used shall conform to ASTM A179. All couplings, unions, elbows, tees, and fittings used shall conform to the ASTM standard appropriate for the pipe or tubing being connected.

3.5 TANK EQUIPMENT

The Equipment that is used on the AST as part of its listing requirements or as part of the fuel transfer, storage, or dispensing systems shall meet the following requirements:

a) All Equipment installed shall be designed for use in fuel storage and dispensing systems and shall be compatible with other tank components and with the fuel to be dispensed.

b) Except for the fuel filters, all equipment that is part of the tank pumping or dispensing system shall be UL Listed for use with flammable and combustible liquids.

4.0 PRODUCTS

4.1 ABOVEGROUND STORAGE TANK

The multi-hazard, protected AST shall be constructed with materials conforming to the specifications found in Section 2.1 and the entire assembly shall be listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.

The AST shall be constructed by a manufacturer that has been regularly engaged in the manufacture of

UL Listed Steel Aboveground Tanks for Flammable and Combustible Liquids. The AST shall be designed and constructed in conformance with NFPA 30 and NFPA 30A.

a) Physical protection shall be provided to the primary tank by provision of a rain guard and steel containment dike sized to accommodate 110% of the tank volume.

b) The steel tank which shall be constructed of steel consistent with industry standards and leak tight.

c) The external surfaces of the outer tank, nozzles and supports shall be protected from the elements with two coats of a high-performance industrial epoxy and urethane coating system.

The total minimum dry film thickness shall be 4 mils. The color shall be ivory or white.

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d) Except for the vent riser pipe and access assembly, if any, the tank shall be fabricated and assembled at the manufacturer’s facility.

e) The multi-hazard protected aboveground storage tanks shall be Fireguard certified UL-2085.

4.2 TANK VENTS

a) Normal Vents. Each compartment of the primary tank shall be equipped with a normal venting device sized in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 30. The venting device(s) shall be installed so that it exhausts upward at an elevation no less than 12 feet above the ground.

b) Emergency Vents. Each compartment of the primary tank shall be equipped with an emergency vent sized in accordance with NFPA 30.

4.3 GAUGING

The tank shall be equipped with a float actuated level gauge capable of indicating the approximate fluid level in the tank.

4.4 MONITORING ACCESS

The tank shall be equipped with a monitor port that may be utilized for the detection of leaks from the primary tank into the containment dike.

4.5 TANK SIGNAGE

Each tank shall be provided with signs affixed to the tank exterior in the proper location and configuration to meet applicable code requirements.

4.6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION FOR PUMP

Available electric power is 110 V. Provided Code Compliant Electric Circuit for AST.

4.7 TANK LOCATION

The tank(s) shall be provided with minimum setback and clearances in accordance with local fire code.

4.8 CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS SLABS

Aboveground Tank as described shall be placed on 8-inch-thick P.C.C. slab. The slab shall be 2 feet greater than the Aboveground Tank on each side. Slab shall be reinforced with #4 Rebar at 16” OC.