VIRGINIA COMMERCIAL SPACE FLIGHT AUTHORITY

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

Issue Date: 5/27/2026

Subject: RFP 26.130300-003-029

Title: REPOST - Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank

Issuing Organization: Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority 101 W. Main Street, Suite 602 Norfolk, VA 23510

Location of Work: Pad 0A

Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport NASA Wallops Flight Facility Wallops Island, VA 23337

Proposals will be received until 6/10/2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern time for furnishing the scope described herein.

Proposals shall remain valid for 60 days from the date submittals are due.

VCSFA is not obligated to pay any costs incurred by the Offeror in preparing or submitting an offer to this RFP.

Certification:

In compliance with this RFP and all conditions imposed in this RFP, the undersigned firm hereby offers and agrees to furnish all services in accordance with the attached signed proposal or as mutually agreed upon by subsequent negotiation, and hereby certifies that all information provided below and in response to this request for proposal and any schedule attached hereto is true, correct, and complete.

Name and Address of Firm:

By: ______________________________________ _______________________________________ Authorized Signature/Title Date Printed Name

Email Phone Number

Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority

VCSFA RFP 26.130300-003-029

REPOST -Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

I. PURPOSE 2

II. STATEMENT OF NEEDS 2

III. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SCHEDULE 2

IV. PROPOSAL PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS 3

V. EVALUATION AND AWARD CRITERIA 4

VI. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS 4

VII. OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS 5

VIII. ATTACHMENTS 6

I. PURPOSE

Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (“VCSFA,” Virginia Spaceport Authority or “VSA”) owns and operates the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS). VCSFA seeks proposals for the design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of a 15,000-gallon vertical vacuum insulated liquid nitrogen (LN2) storage tank, and up to six (6) option tanks, used to support the launch vehicle loading operations at Pad 0A, NASA Wallops Flight Facility, Wallops Island, VA.

VCSFA is a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia and is exempt from the Virginia Public Procurement Act.

II. STATEMENT OF NEEDS

Please reference enclosed “Attachment C – Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank Specification” in addition to the following description, which provides an overview of the project’s scope of work.

A. Base Scope – one (1) LN2 Tank

Inclusions

• Design

• Fabrication

• Testing

• Delivery to Pad 0A

• Submittals/Deliverables including but not limited to:

o Reactions, bolt calculations, general arrangement, bill of materials, component cutsheets, P&ID, bolt layout template, etc.

o 60%, 90%, IFC Design Submittals to be approved before fabrication o Final Data Package to include calculations, drawings, procedures, test reports, certifications, and coating inspection report o Baseplate template provided ahead of tank delivery to validate mounting design and anchor bolts are correct

Exclusions

The Contractor will not be responsible for the following:

• Crane Support to set tank

• Commodities to fill tank

B. Options

VCSFA reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to purchase up to six (6) additional LN2 tanks (“Option Tanks”) of the same design, materials, fabrication, performance specification, and delivery requirements as the Base Scope tank. Option Tanks may be exercised in whole or in part, during a fixed period as agreed to by VCSFA and the Offeror (the “Option Period”). VCSFA is requesting an Option Period of no less than 120 calendar days following proposal submission;

however, VCSFA intends to negotiate with the Successful Offeror to determine a mutually agreed upon Option Period that is in the best interests of VCSFA. Offerors shall provide firm-fixed, all-inclusive pricing for each Option Tank on the Pricing Form along with a period during which the Offeror’s pricing shall remain firm. Such pricing shall include all costs necessary to design, fabricate, test, and deliver each tank, including but not limited to materials, labor, engineering, testing, shipping, and incidentals, and shall not be subject to escalations, adjustments, or renegotiation during the Option Period. Offerors shall describe any pricing assumptions or discounts applied based on cumulative quantities ordered (e.g. 2-3 tanks, 4-6 tanks).

The exercise of any Option(s) shall be made by written notice from VCSFA to the Successful Offeror within the Option Period. Delivery schedules for Option Tanks shall be negotiated between VCSFA and the Contractor prior to execution of the Option and shall not impact scope or pricing.

C. Payment Schedule

VCSFA’s requested payment schedule is with 15% upon contract execution, 25% upon major material order confirmation, 25% fabrication completion, 15% upon customer inspection completion, 10% upon ready-to ship and 10% upon arrival at Wallops. However, VCSFA will negotiate a final payment schedule with the Successful Offeror prior to contract award.

Offerors shall include their requested payment schedule on their Pricing Form in Attachment D for VCSFA’s consideration.

III. SCHEDULE

Request for Proposal

a. Solicitation Release: 5/27/2026

b. Questions must be submitted to solcitations@vaspace.org no later than 6/02/2026 4:00 p.m. Eastern time.

c. Proposals are due 6/10/2026 by 4:00 p.m. Eastern time, emailed to solicitations@vaspace.org

IV. PROPOSAL PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Response

a. In order to be considered for selection, Offerors must submit an electronic proposal by the date and time noted above and on the cover of this solicitation.

b. Receipt of an electronic proposal shall be used to determine timeliness.

c. Proposals must be submitted to solicitations@vaspace.org.

2. Proposal Preparation

a. Proposals must be signed by an authorized representative of the Offeror.

b. All information requested must be submitted. Proposals shall be organized as outlined.

c. All pages of the proposal should be numbered, and each paragraph in the proposal should reference the page number and paragraph number (as appropriate) of the corresponding section of the RFP. Information that the Offeror desires to present that does not fall within any of the requirements of the RFP should be inserted at an appropriate place or be attached at the end of the proposal and designated as additional material. Proposals which are not organized in this manner risk elimination from consideration if VCSFA is unable to find where the RFP requirements are specifically addressed.

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d. Proposals should be prepared simply and economically, providing a straightforward, concise description of capabilities to satisfy the requirements of the RFP. Emphasis shall be placed on completeness and clarity of content.

e. Proposal Preparation Costs: The Offeror is responsible for all costs of proposal preparation.

VCSFA is not liable for any cost incurred by an Offeror in response to this RFP.

f. Proposal shall remain valid for sixty (60) days from date of submission, with the exception of Option Pricing, which shall have a validity period as set forth in the Offeror’s proposal, subject to negotiation between the Parties.

3. All proposals Shall Include:

a. Cover sheet of this RFP - filled out as required and signed by an authorized representative of the Offeror.

b. VCSFA Business Certificate and W-9 - Attachments A and B respectively.

c. Exceptions to RFP or Terms and Conditions - Attachment H.

d. Executive Summary – A concise overview of the proposed approach, highlighting how it meets or exceeds the scope requirements, and addresses any identified project risks.

e. Qualifications and Experience – Provide an overview of the offeror’s qualifications to perform the work, including relevant experience, technical competencies, and management capabilities. The response should demonstrate the offeror’s ability to successfully execute projects of similar scope and complexity. Include descriptions of 3 relevant projects that highlight the Offeror’s capability to manage, deliver, and support work of this nature. Of particular interest are projects involving aerospace/government customers and complex delivery requirements.

f. Technical Approach – The proposal shall provide a detailed methodology in response to the Statement of Needs, including but not limited to the following:

• Design process

• Fabrication process and impact of current market conditions on material availability and lead times

• Testing and certification

• Shipping plan, including shipping lead time, coordination with any third parties involved in the shipping process, general layout, weight and external support spacing, and any other consideration to ensure the tank is delivered safely, efficiently, and without damage.

• Discussion of potential risks and proposed plan to mitigate them, including what role VCSFA could play to address risks.

• Warranty Terms

• Subcontracting plan for any work that will not be self-performed

g. Project Price – Total proposed firm-fixed price, with elemental breakout, in accordance with Attachment D. All costs to provide the full scope must be disclosed, including the cost of coordination with third parties to fulfill delivery.

h. Project Schedule – Detailed timeline identifying milestones and proposed completion dates in accordance with Attachment E. Mitigation strategies for potential delays should also be addressed.

i. Assumptions -List of assumptions that support the proposed approach, cost and schedule. This list shall include specific support and/or dependencies required from

VCSFA.

j. Proposals/quotes of lower-tier subcontractors, if any.

k. General Arrangement & Specification Sheet- Specification sheet of proposed tank, general layout, weight, and support spacing.

V. EVALUATION AND AWARD CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on best overall value with the following criteria, in order of priority:

1. Technical Approach – thoroughness, realism, and effectiveness of Offerors plan to complete the scope of work. Emphasis will be placed on Offeror’s plan to ship/deliver the tank to Wallops Island.

2. Qualifications and experience - The offeror’s expertise and experience in providing the requested goods and services, including the quality and relevance of sample projects provided.

3. Completion schedule - The feasibility and efficiency of the proposed timeline, with an emphasis on completion date.

4. Cost - Competitiveness, completeness, and realism of proposed pricing. Costs will be evaluated based on the breakdown provided in Attachment D, including Base Scope and Option Tank Costs. VCSFA reserves the right to award a contract for the Base Scope only and to exercise any or all options at its sole discretion.

Proposals that are not in compliance with specifications will not be considered. Proposals shall be evaluated by VCSFA based on the above specific criteria and completeness, relevance, and quality of the Offeror’s responses to the RFP and the specific proposal requirements.

VCSFA reserves the right to reject any and all proposals; or to select the proposal that in VCSFA’s judgment, best accomplishes the purpose of the request.

VI. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The following terms and conditions are incorporated into this solicitation:

• Attachment F - VCSFA Terms and Conditions

• Attachment G - Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (VCSFA) Prime Contract Flowdown

Document

By submitting a proposal, the offeror confirms acceptance of these terms as well as any other terms and conditions contained in this RFP. Any exceptions to these terms should be identified in accordance with Attachment H.

IV. OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. In accordance with the Virginia Fair Employment Contracting Act, Va. Code Sec. 2.2- 4200 et seq., the Contractor agrees as follows:

a. The Contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other basis prohibited by state law relating to discrimination in employment, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the Contractor. The Contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, notices setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause, including the names of all contracting agencies with which the Contractor has contracts of over $10,000.

b. The Contractor, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the Contractor, will state that such Contractor is an equal opportunity employer. However, notices, advertisements and solicitations placed in accordance with federal law, rule or regulation shall be deemed sufficient for the purpose of meeting the requirements of this section.

c. If the Contractor employs more than five employees, the Contractor shall

(i) provide annual training on the Contractor’s sexual harassment policy to all supervisors and employees providing services in the Commonwealth, except such supervisors or employees that are required to complete sexual harassment training provided by the Department of Human Resource Management, and (ii) post the Contractor’s sexual harassment policy in (a) a conspicuous public place in each building located in the Commonwealth that the Contractor owns or leases for business purposes and (b) the Contractor’s employee handbook.

d. The Contractor shall include the provisions of subdivisions a, b, and c above in every subcontract or purchase order of over $10,000, so that those provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor.

2. The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to information security and data privacy.

3. Request to Protect Records from Public Disclosure

Information which you desire to make available to VCSFA but which you believe should be exempted from disclosure, such as a trade secret, proprietary information, or other confidential information, should clearly by identified and designated as such, stating in writing why protection of that information is needed. The Respondent should make a written request to solicitations@vaspace.org. The written request shall:

a. Specify the applicable Code of Virginia exemption (such as Va. Code Sec. 2.2-3705.6(24)), upon the submission of the materials for which protection is sought.

b. Identify specifically and conspicuously the data or other materials for which the protection is sought (requesting protection for the entire response does not comply with this requirement and such request will be rejected); and,

c. State the reasons why protection is necessary.

Failure to take such precautions prior to submission of information may subject confidential information to disclosure under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.

4. Access to VSA Facilities. The Contractor warrants that it does not and shall not, during the performance of this agreement, knowingly employ an unauthorized alien as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Any personnel requiring access to VCSFA properties or NASA Wallops Flight Facility must be US Citizens, and present a valid, unexpired, REAL-ID compliant, government issued photo identification. All requests for facility access must be coordinated through the designated VCSFA point of contact.

Contractor shall be required to submit the following giving five (5) business days advance notice for workers needing site access for less than 30 days:

Full Legal Name (as it appears on driver’s license)

VCSFA POC

Purpose of Visit Company Affiliation https://marsspaceport.sharepoint.us/sites/CTR-Staff/Solicitations/24.891138-000-012%20Pad%200A%20ISI%20Examinations/RFP%20Docs/solicitations@vaspace.org

Date and Duration of Visit Facility/Building Visiting Mobile Phone Number

Deliveries directly to Wallops Island Facilities (32477 Causeway Road Wallops Island, VA 23337) shall require the delivery driver to possess a Bill of Lading (BOL) containing the following information: Date of Delivery, POC, Specific MARS Facility the item is being delivered to and a brief description of what is being delivered. The Island Gate Officer will issue a Drop Off badge to the driver after they have verified the bill of laden and the truck has been inspected by K-9. When the truck arrives K-9 will be contacted to come to the Island gate for the inspection. Escort is required from Island gate for pick-up from the Island even if a specific destination is on the BOL. Vendors on a schedule or those with frequent deliveries and any driver without a BOL will be required to report to N-1 for escort. All vehicles are subject to inspection.

VII. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment A - VCSFA Business Certification Attachment B - W-9 Form Attachment C - Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank Specification Attachment D - Pricing Form Attachment E - Schedule Form Attachment F - VCSFA Terms and Conditions Attachment G - Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (VCSFA) Prime Contract Flowdown

Document Attachment H - Exceptions to VCSFA RFP, Terms and Conditions, and Special Requirements

Dear Valued Supplier, We request that you complete the following information in order to be added the approved suppliers list with Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (VCSFA). Please return this form as soon as possible.

Company Name Company Name Street Address Street Address City City State Zip State Zip

Cage Code

President: CFO:

No. of Employees:

If Subsidiary, name of Parent:

Signature:__________________________________ Title:

Date:

Vendor ID: Classification: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

Export/Import Certification

(NAICS)

A. OFFEROR (____) is, (____) is not a “U.S. Person” as defined in the ITAR 22 CFR Part 120.15 and EAR 15 CFR 772.

B. OFFEROR (____) is registered, (____) is exempt from registration, (_____) is not registered with the U.S. Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls per ITAR 22 CFR Part 122.1 (a) and (b). Expiration Date of Registration (________________) C. OFFEROR (____) will obtain the necessary export authorization prior to the release of controlled technical data or other defense articles provided by VCSFA for the purpose of procurement to any Foreign Person in or outside of the United States.

In the event this effort contains controlled technical data within the definition of the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR), it is subject to the control laws of the U.S. Government. Transfer of this data by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the United States or abroad, without an export license or other approval from the U.S. Department of State, is prohibited. Suppliers shall ensure any lower tier participants are made aware of this requirement.

Additionally, for service type orders, the supplier is advised that due to the nature of work performed by Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority, it is anticipated that any services performed under this contract may include exposure to defense articles. As such, only U.S. Persons may work on any resultant order. The supplier is responsible for ensuring compliance with this requirement, and for flowing down the requirement to lower tier participants.

ORDERS MAY NOT BE PROCESSED UNTIL WE HAVE RECEIVED THE ABOVE INFORMATION

Company Addresses Order to: Remit to:

ITAR 22 CFR 120.15 and EAR 15 CFR Part 772 define a U.S. person as a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C.1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). It also means any corporation, business association, partnership, society, trust, or any other entity, organization or group that is incorporated to do business in the United States. It also includes any governmental (federal, state or local) entity.

Business Status

Pertinent Data

It is the policy of VCSFA that small businesses and companies owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts awarded by the Commonwealth of Virginia and U.S. Government Federal agencies. Eligibility as a small business is based upon the regulations issued by the Small Business Administration, per Rev. 13, part 121 of the SBA Rules and Regulations.

Fax Number

If so, what year?

Dun & Bradstreet Number:Federal Tax I.D. Number:

Principal product or service:

(Assigned by VCSFA POC)

Printed Name:_______________________________

Internal Use Only

Telephone Number Fax Number

Telephone Number

Has your company ever filed for Bankruptcy?

Years in Business:

Native American-Owned Small Business

Small Business Large Business Non-Profit Business Foreign Business Historically Black College & University or Minority Institution

Small Disadvantaged Business Women-Owned Small Business HUBZone Small Business Veteran Owned Small Business Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Nonprofit Agency for Blind/Handicap

08/01/2018

OFFEROR (____) is, (____) is not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, or declared ineligible for the award of contracts by any State or Federal agency.

NAICS:

Does your organization hold any State or GSA Contracts? Yes No If yes, what is the Contract Number? ________________________________

Attachment A - VCSFA Business Certification

ATTACHMENT C

Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank Specification

1.1 SCOPE

The Operator: Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (VCSFA)/Mid Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) has prepared this specification which provides technical information and requirements for the design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of a 15,000-gallon vertical liquid nitrogen (LN2) storage tank used to support the launch vehicle loading operations.

This tank is to have a full vacuum and super insulated Stainless Steel inner tank and a carbon steel outer jacket. Manufacturer shall supply a pressure building device with the proposed tank that meets the requirements stated in this document.

1.2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1.2.1 The following documents form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. The latest revision applies unless a specific revision is indicated.

1.2.2 Copies of specifications, standards, drawings, and publications required by Subcontractor in connection with specified procurement functions should be obtained from the procuring activity or as directed by the purchaser.

1.2.3 In case of conflict between referenced document and this specification, this specification shall take precedence

1.3 Governmental

1.3.1 Military Specification

MIL-PRF-27401F Performance Specification, Propellant Pressurizing Agent, Nitrogen

1.3.2 NASA

NASA-STD-5008B Protective Coating of Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum on Launch structures, Faculties, and Ground Support Equipment

1.4 Non-Governmental

ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 1 ASME B&PV Section II

ASME B&PV Section IX

ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

ASME B16.9 Factory-Made Wrought Buttwelding Fittings

ASME 16.25 Buttwelding Ends

ASME B31.3 Process Piping

ASTM A182 Standard Specification for Forged or Rolled Alloy and Stainless-Steel Pipe Flanges, Forged Fittings, and Valves and Parts for High Temperature Service

ASTM A193 Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless-Steel Bolting for High Temperature or High Pressure Service and Other Special Purpose Applications.

ASTM A194 Standard Specification for Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, and Stainless Steel Nuts for Bolts for High Pressure or High Temperature Service, or Both

ASTM A240 Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium- Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications

ASTM A312 Standard Specification for Seamless, Welded, and Heavily Cold Worked Austenitic Stainless-Steel Pipes

ASTM A516 Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Carbon Steel, for Moderate- and Lower-Temperature Service

1.5 Industry Standards

IEST-STD-CC1246 Product Cleanliness Levels- Applications, Requirements, and Determination

Compressed Gas Association

CGA S-1.3 Pressure Relief Device Standards – Part 3– Stationary

Storage Containers for Compressed Gasses

CGA 341 Specification for Insulated Cargo Tank for Non- Flammable Cryogenic Liquids

CGA G-4.1 Cleaning Equipment for Oxygen Service

1.6 REQUIREMENTS

1.6.1 Orientation

1.6.1.1 The storage tank is to be a vertically oriented storage tank, for liquid nitrogen service.

1.6.2 Design Code

1.6.2.1 The LN2 tank shall be designed in accordance with the latest edition of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel

Code, Section VIII Division 1 (ASME B&PV)

1.6.2.2 The LN2 Tank shall be U Stamped and registered with the National Board for the inner tank.

1.6.2.3 The inner tank shall be designed per ASME B&PV Appendix44 with a weld joint efficiency of 0.9.

1.6.2.4 The outer tank shall be designed to CGA-341 with a critical collapsing pressure of -30psid as defined in

CGA-341.6.2.

1.6.3 Fluid Service

1.6.3.1 The service shall be for Liquid Nitrogen, MIL-PRF-27401F

1.6.4 Capacity

1.6.4.1 The fluid capacity of the inner tank shall be 15,520gal gross capacity with 15,060gal net or equivalent.

1.6.4.2 Liquid Flow capacity must meet 430GPM as worst-case scenario. Typical flow rate under nominal conditions to be 30GPM.

1.6.4.3 Vaporizer shall be sized to meet a make-up flowrate of saturated GN2 to satisfy worst case flow scenario of 430GPM.

1.6.4.4 Duty cycle shall be a minimum of 8hrs continuous online.

1.6.4.5 Calculations to verify vaporizer sizing shall be verified by customer prior to moving component into fabrication.

1.6.4.6 Pressure Temperature Control Module (PTCM) for vaporizer unit shall be outfitted for remote operation. Valving shall be outfitted per customer component specifications.

1.6.5 Thermal Performance

1.6.5.1 The LN2 tanks shall have a Normal Evaporation Rate (NER) of no greater than 0.40%/day for Nitrogen

1.6.6 Temperature and Pressure Loads

1.6.6.1 Inner Tank

1.6.6.1.1 The LN2 tank MAWP shall be a minimum of 175 psig.

1.6.6.1.2 The LN2 inner tank design temperature (MDMT) shall be -320oF to 120 oF

1.6.6.2 Outer Jacket

1.6.6.2.1 The LN2 tank outer jacket MAWP shall be full vacuum

1.6.6.2.2 The LN2 tank outer tank design temperature (MDMT) shall be 0.0 oF to 120oF

1.6.6.2.3 The maximum design temperature for the outer tank is 120F

1.6.7 Structural Loads

1.6.7.1 In addition to inherent product weight loads, the LN2 tank shall be designed to withstand the following structural loads:

1.6.7.2 ASCE 7-2010 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures, for the location of

Wallops Flight Facility, Wallops Island, VA. (location of use)

1.6.7.3 Reaction loads and foundation footing pattern at the tank footers to be supplied to customer to verify structural and civil design.

1.6.7.4 Wind Condition:

1.6.7.4.1 Wind Speed: 135 mph

1.6.7.4.2 Classification category: Wind Loads on Other Structures and Building Appurtenances – MWFRS

(chapter 29)

1.6.7.4.3 Exposure Category: C

1.6.7.4.4 Topographic Factor (Kzt): 1.0

1.6.7.5 Launch Operations Load

1.6.7.5.1 Overpressure of 0.5psig applied to the exterior of half of the tank.

1.6.7.6 Seismic Condition

1.6.7.6.1 Site Classification (soil): D

1.6.7.4.2 Sds = 0.13

1.6.7.4.3 Sd1 = 0.10

Seismic Design Category: B

1.6.8 Corrosion Allowance

1.6.8.1 Corrosion allowance of 1/16” shall be incorporated into tank wall thickness design.

1.6.9 Material Properties

1.6.9.1 The inner tank shall be fabricated from ASME SA240

1.6.9.2 The inner tank material shall be Charpy Impact tested per ASME B&PV, UG-84 for the design temperature herein or verified that Minimum Design Material Temperature (MDMT) results acquired from material manufacturer to be provided in the tank data package.

1.6.9.3 The outer tank shall be fabricated from ASTM A36 or equivalent

1.6.9.4 All materials used as pressure containing components shall meet the requirements of ASME BPVC

Section II

1.6.9.5 Certified Material test reports for all tank materials, with heat number traceability, shall be obtained from the manufacturer and provided in the tank data package. To include, at a minimum: material chemistry, heat number, impact test, hardness, tensile strength, and yield strength.

1.6.9.6 Insulation shall be super insulation per vendor recommendation.

1.6.10 Tank Nozzles

1.6.10.1 Tank nozzles and penetrations shall be designed in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division1.

1.6.10.2 Pipe/Nozzle sizes shall be NPS schedule as specified in drawing.

1.6.10.3 Pipe elbows shall be per ASME B16.9. Mitered tee and elbows are not permitted.

1.6.10.4 Tank nozzles shall be constructed from SA312 TP 304/304L or TP 316/316L.

1.6.10.5 Exterior tank connections, for all storage tank appurtenances, shall be of mechanical type and not welded in accordance with the Joint Connection requirement given in this specification.

1.6.10.1 Pending ASME B&PV Appendix44 requirements, anti-vortex device required on all liquid withdrawal lines unless deemed unnecessary per flow analysis when sizing outlet lines of the vessel

1.6.11 Instrumentation/Auxiliary Ports

1.6.11.1 All instrumentation/auxiliary ports shall comply with the requirements of ASME B31.3.

1.6.11.2 Weld Fitting Fittings shall be as per ASME B16.9 and ASTM A403 class WP-S (seamless) TP

304/304L or 316/316L

1.6.12 Tank Valves

1.6.12.1 Vendor shall provide design package for all valving for review and concurrence prior to procuring.

1.6.12.2 All valving and componentry shall be of stainless steel or equivalent corrosion resistant material

1.6.12.3 All valves to be supplied with flanged or threaded ends.

1.6.12.4 Relief Valves and associated diverter valve with outlet piping routed in field after tank delivery

1.6.12.5 Vacuum readout isolation

1.6.12.6 Level and pressure gauge isolation

1.6.12.7 Fill system trycock valves (for 95% full indication) and outlet piping routed in field after tank delivery

1.6.12.8 4” AUX Liquid Valve – Sized per flow requirements defined in Section 1.6.4

1.6.12.9 Bottom Fill Valve of 2” size

1.6.12.10 Top Fill Valve

1.6.12.11 Aux Gas Valve

1.6.13 Pressure Relief Devices

The tanks shall be provided with UV stamped pressure relief devices at set pressures in accordance with the requirements of ASME B&PV.

1.6.13.2 The tanks shall be provided with a safety relief device tree, which includes diverter valve, spring loaded safety relief valves, and back up rupture disks per standards and specifications that will be provided to the awarded Offeror by VCSFA.

1.6.13.3 The relief devices and diverter valve shall be manufactured from TP 316 Stainless steel.

1.6.13.4 Relief devices and associated hardware shall be rated for the inner vessel MDMT.

1.6.13.5 Pressure relief device capacity calculations shall be provided with the Tank Data Package.

1.6.14 Vacuum Readout Valve/Port

1.6.14.1 The tank vacuum readout valve shall be a Hastings #DV-6R.

1.6.15 Gauging

1.6.15.1 The tanks shall be provided with a mechanical and electronic level gauge (inches) that indicates the maximum permitted liquid level to +/- 2.5 percent of the nominal capacity as measured by volume or liquid level.

1.6.15.2 Gauge shall have isolation valves manufactured from TP316, having appropriate pressure and temperature ratings

1.6.15.3 The tank shall also have a local tank pressure gauge, per ASME B40.100, full release back, panel mounted. The pressure gauge is to be mounted to the head of the outer jacket or equivalent standard location for easy operator access.

1.6.16 Joint Connections

1.6.16.1 Nozzles/Connections greater than 1” shall be ANSI 150# raised face with concentric serrations.

1.6.16.2 Nozzles/Connections less than 1” shall be AN style with no welded components to the vessel.

1.6.16.3 Flanged connections shall be butt-welded. Slip on or socket weld connections are not permitted.

1.6.16.4 Gasket material shall be Fluorogreen E-600

1.6.16.5 Flanges shall be constructed from dual grade ASTM A182 F304/F304L or F316/F316L and be of the forged type only

1.6.16.6 Flange fastener bolts shall be ASTM A193, Grade B8 class 2, stainless steel and conform to ASME

B18.2.

1.6.16.7 Flange fastener nuts shall be ASTM A193, Grade 8 class 2, strain hardened extra heavy stainless steel and conform to ASME B18.2.

1.6.16.8 Flange fastener bolt studs, washer and nut materials shall be stainless steel in accordance A320.

1.6.16.9 Butt welded joint designs shall meet the requirements of ASME B16.9.

1.6.17 Tank Attachments

1.6.17.1 All lift lugs, rigging lugs, and support members attached to the tank shall be fabricated from ASME SA240 repad material.

1.6.18 Tank Coating

1.6.18.1 Prior to coating the exterior of the storage tank shall be prepared with a near white surface finish per NACE no. 2 in accordance with NACE STD TM-01-70, NACE STD TM 01-75, or SSPC-SP 10, per NASA STD 5008B Zone 4a requirements.

1.6.18.2 The outer tank shall be coated with paint suitable for coastal locations such as PPG Amercoat 68HS zinc rich epoxy primer, Amercoat 385 Primer, and a Amercoat PSX700 topcoat. Refer to NASA- STD-5008B for additional recommendations.

1.6.18.3 A NACE Level3 inspector is required to certify coating thicknesses, with report provided in the final data package. Inspector shall be from a third-party contractor.

1.6.18.4 The storage tank shall be delivered to Wallops Flight Facility, Wallops Island VA, free of marks, scratches, abrasion marks due to shipping. Vender to repair coating once placed at final location.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION

1.7.1 Welding

1.7.1.1 All welding on pressure containing parts shall be in accordance with ASME Section VIII Division

1, Part UW.

1.7.1.2 Welders and applicable welding procedures shall be qualified in accordance with ASME Section

IX.

1.7.1.3 Weld procedure and Performance Qualification Record are required with the final data package

1.7.1.4 Welder certifications, confirming the qualification to the weld procedures are required with the final data package.

1.7.2 Weld Inspection

1.7.2.1 All welds on the tank shall be inspected per ASME B&PV for the respective joint efficiencies.

1.7.2.2 Personnel performing nondestructive examinations (NDE) shall be certified to ASNT TC 1A

1.7.3 Non-Destructive Test procedures are required with the final data package

1.7.3.1 All inspection and test reports are required with the final data package.

1.7.4 Workmanship

1.7.4.1 Hardware shall be fabricated and finished so appearance, fit, and adherence to specified dimensions and tolerances are observed and in a manner that ensures reliable operations in accordance with the requirements specified herein. Particular attention shall be given to the neatness and thoroughness of construction and to the freedom of parts from burrs and sharp edges that might damage associated equipment or cause injury to personnel.

1.8 TANK TESTING

1.8.1 Hydrotesting

1.8.1.1 Internal tank shall be hydrostatically tested per requirements in ASME B&PV Appendix44, hydrostatic test to be performed with water.

1.8.2 Vacuum Decay

1.8.2.1 Vendor shall submit a vacuum integrity testing plan. The plan is to include a hold time of at least

72 hours to confirm the absence of decay.

1.8.3 Test Report

1.8.3.1 All Testing shall be documented and provided with the final data package.

1.9 CLEANING

1.9.1 Cleaning Specification

1.9.1.1 The LN2 tank shall be cleaned to CGA-G4.1.

1.10 TANK MARKING AND CERTIFICATION

1.10.1 Nameplate

1.10.1.1 The tank shall have a Name Plate in accordance with ASME B&PV, UG-115.

1.10.1.2 The tank shall be registered with the National Board and the National Board numbers shall be affixed to the nameplate.

1.11 TANK DATA PACKAGE REQUIREMENTS

1.11.1 Calculations

1.11.1.1 Design analysis, including, internal pressure and fluid head pressure, MDMT, loads (including hydrostatic test), weld joint efficiency, nozzle reinforcement, heat loss calculations, and relief valve/burst disk analysis. The relief valve analysis is to include cases of heat loss and tank fill per CGA standards.

1.11.1.2 Structural analysis of the tank for the location of use, noting the reaction loads at the support to foundation interface, with recommended foundation bolt size and pattern.

1.11.1.3 Vendor to provide flow analysis, for liquids and two-phase flow from the storage tank through the nozzles to confirm line sizes are sufficient for the flow rate specified.

1.11.1.4 All calculations to be provided to customer for review and approval prior to fabrication of vessel.

1.11.1.5 Relief valve analysis to CGA S 1.3.

1.11.2 Drawings and Operating/Maintenance Manual

1.11.2.1 Shapes and dimensions of inner and outer tank,

1.11.2.2 Routing of pipe from inner tank to outer tank,

1.11.2.3 Details on the supports between inner and outer tank,

1.11.2.4 Details on outer tank to ground supports

1.11.2.5 Operating and Maintenance manual including any purchased item cut sheets and operating data

1.11.3 Procedures

1.11.3.1 Vendor to Supply NDE Procedures

1.11.3.2 Vendor to Supply Weld Procedures

1.12 CERTIFICATIONS

1.12.1 Vendor to supply welder qualification records and NDE personnel certifications

1.13 TESTING RESULTS

1.13.1 Material Test Reports for shell, head, and nozzles, with trackability by heat number.

1.13.2 Charpy Impact Test

1.13.3 Weld examination NDE reports

1.13.4 Hydrostatic Test Reports

1.13.5 Outer Jacket Vacuum Decay tests

1.13.6 Cleaning Report

1.13.7 Gasket Material certificates of conformance

1.14 PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY

1.14.1 Preservation

1.14.1.1 Tank Prep

1.14.1.1.1 Cleanliness of CGA-G4.1 shall be maintained

1.14.1.1.2 Seal tank nozzle ends and instrumentation ports with pressure retaining flanges or plugs. One port/flange shall have at least pressure gage and gas charging tee. Note: All components and fittings used for preservation shall also meet the requirements of this specification (e.g.

cleaning and material requirements including bolting).

1.14.1.1.3 Establish a minimum dew point of minus 40F using 2 microns filtered MIL-PRF- 27401F, Type II, Grade B GN2 then establish less than a 20 psig GN2 blanket pressure.

1.14.1.1.4 Capability shall be provided to field monitor blanket pressure, isolate pressure gage and re-establish any lost blanket pressure. All components and fittings shall be cleaned to fabricated component level or better.

1.15 DELIVERY OF A WELL-ORGANIZED DATA PACKAGE.

1.15.1 Prior to the start of fabrication, deliver:

1.15.1.1 Calculations

1.15.1.2 Drawing

1.15.1.3 Weld procedures

1.15.1.4 NDE procedures

1.15.2 Within 4 weeks of delivery, deliver:

1.15.2.1 Shop Traveler

1.15.2.2 MTRs organized by component (e.g., shell plates, heads, flanges, pipe/tube fittings)

1.15.2.3 Test reports (example: Charpy impact, NDE, Hydrostatic Test, Vacuum decay)

1.15.2.4 Coatings test reports

1.15.2.5 All other test results

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RFP 26.130300-003-029

REPOST Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank

Attachment D Pricing Form

BASE SCOPE

Element Price

Tank and Associated Componentry

Vaporizer

Shipping

Miscellaneous

Total

OPTIONS - Additional Tanks (Up to 6)

Provide a firm-fixed, lump sum, all-inclusive unit price for each additional tank. Pricing shall reflect the same scope and specifications as the Base Scope tank. Any volume discounts shall be incorporated into the unit prices below. Attach additional pages as necessary to discuss discounts based on number of Option Tanks purchased.

Option Lump Sum Unit Cost Number of Days Pricing will

Remain Firm Following Proposal Submission

Option Tank #1 $

Option Tank #2

Option Tank #3

Option Tank #4

Option Tank #5

Option Tank #6

-2-

Proposed Payment Schedule - Provide a suggested payment schedule based on milestones (e.g. the completion of certain tasks/deliverables), for VCSFA’s consideration. VCSFA will negotiate a final Payment Schedule with the selected Offeror prior to contract award.

Labor/Equipment Rates for Approved Changes (attach additional sheets as necessary)

Contractor shall provide standard and overtime rates for each classification of labor anticipated as well as hourly rate for each classification of equipment anticipated. All rates shall include overhead, profit, taxes, insurance, bonds, hourly minimums, etc.).

Trade Rate REG O.T.

Designer _______/hr. _______/hr.

Journeyman _______/hr. _______/hr.

Laborer _______/hr. _______/hr.

Other ________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

Other ________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

Other ________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

Equipment

__________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

___________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

________________ _______/hr. _______/hr.

REPOST - Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Tank

Attachment E Schedule Form

Milestones and Durations (required): Indicate in working days.

Assume site ready for delivery by 01/18/2027.

Base Scope – One (1) LN2 Tank Contractor Duration Shop Drawing Fabrication Testing/certification Delivery

Anticipated mobilization date __________

Projected completion date for All Scope __________

The contractor will be required to include a detailed project schedule in accordance with Section II of the RFP. This schedule should include the necessary information provided above and should include additional details, significant milestones, and pertinent information.

T&Cs (11/24/2025) 1

ATTACHMENT F

VIRGINIA COMMERCIAL SPACE FLIGHT AUTHORITY TERMS & CONDITIONS

This document, together with attachments appended hereto constitutes Terms and Conditions for a Subcontract between the parties, and acceptance is strictly limited to the terms and conditions contained herein. Additional or differing terms, conditions or limitations of liability proposed by Seller, whether in a quote, acceptance or delivery document shall have no effect unless accepted in writing by Buyer. In particular any limitation of liability or disclaimer of warranty is expressly rejected. Acceptance of this Order by Seller may be made by signing the acknowledgment copy hereof or by partial performance hereunder, and any such acceptance shall constitute an unqualified agreement to all terms and conditions set forth herein unless otherwise modified in writing by the parties.

Section 1. Definitions. Words, as employed in this Agreement, shall have their normally accepted meanings. The following terms shall have the described meaning:

(a) “Buyer” or “VCSFA” shall mean Virginia Commercial Space

Flight Authority in this Subcontract.

(b) “Subcontract” shall mean the Purchase Order, Subcontract, or Contract, these General Terms and Conditions, and any special conditions appended hereto or documents incorporated herein.

(c) “Goods” shall mean those Goods identified in this Subcontract, which may be changed, from time to time by the mutual written agreement of the parties.

(d) “Services” shall mean those Services identified in this Subcontract, which may be changed, from time to time by the mutual written agreement of the parties.

(e) “Seller” shall mean the party identified as the Seller in this Subcontract.

(f) “Authorized Distributor” shall mean a Distributor distributing product within the terms of an Original Component Manufacturer (OCM) or the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) contractual agreement. Contractual Agreement terms include, but are not limited to, distribution region, distribution products or lines, and warranty flow down from the OCM/OEM. Under this distribution, the distributor would be known as an Authorized Distributor. The term Franchised Distributor is considered synonymous with Authorized Distributor.

(g) “Independent Distributor (Broker)” shall mean a Distributor that purchases parts with the intention to resell them back into the market. Purchased parts may be obtained from OCMs/OEMs or contract manufacturers (typically from excess inventories), or from other independent distributors. Re-sale of the purchased parts (re-distribution) may be to OCMs/OEMs, contract manufacturers, or other independent distributors. Independent Distributors do not have contractual agreements with the OCMs/OEMs.

Section 2. General Relationship. The Seller is not an employee of VCSFA for any purpose whatsoever. The Seller agrees that in all matters relating to this Order it shall be acting as an independent contractor and shall assume and pay all liabilities and perform all obligations imposed with respect to the performance of this Order. Seller shall have no right, power or authority to create any obligation, expressed or implied, on behalf of Buyer and/or Buyer’s customers and shall have no authority to represent Buyer as an agent

Section 3. Price. The prices established by this Subcontract are firm fixed prices unless otherwise stated in the subcontract. Seller warrants that any unit prices charged herein do not exceed the unit prices charged by Seller to other customers in substantially similar transactions.

Section 4. Schedule and Delivery; Notice of Delay. Seller shall strictly adhere to all Subcontract schedules. Time is and shall remain of the essence in the performance of this Subcontract.

Whenever the Seller has knowledge that any actual or potential issue, event, or circumstance is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this Order, the Seller shall immediately give notice thereof, including all relevant information with respect thereto, to the Buyer.

Liquidated Damages. In the event of a failure to meet agreed upon dates and/or deadlines, the Seller must pay to VCSFA liquidated damages amounting to 0.1% of the net price of the relevant supply and/or service under the individual contract, for each calendar day of default by the Seller, as liquated damages and not as a penalty. The amount of liquidated damages is limited to 10% of the net price of the relevant supply and/or service under the individual contract, even if several dates and/or deadlines have been exceeded. This reservation with regard to liquidated damages may be asserted any time at or before the final payment due on the basis of the underlying contract

Section 5. New Materials; Packaging, Shipping, Markings. (a) All goods to be delivered hereunder shall consist of new materials;

(b) Seller shall prepare and package the goods to prevent damage or deterioration and shall use best commercial practice for packing and packaging of items to be delivered under this Subcontract, unless otherwise specified in the Subcontract; (c) Unless otherwise stated in the Subcontract, F.O.B. point shall be Destination (Incoterms 2010 DAP for International transactions);

(d) For Sellers, Contract Manufacturers, and Authorized Distributors - Only new and authentic materials are to be used in products delivered to Buyer. No counterfeit or suspect counterfeit parts (See 17b for a definition of Counterfeit Items) are to be contained within the delivered product. Parts shall be purchased directly from the OCMs/OEMs, or through the OCM/OEMs Authorized Distributor. Documentation must be available that authenticates traceability to the applicable OCM/OEM.

Independent Distributors (Brokers) shall not be used without written consent from Buyer; (e) For Independent Distributors - When available, the original manufacturers Certificate of Conformance (C of C) and all traceability documentation shall be included with each shipment of parts. It shall include the manufacturer’s name, part number, date codes, lot codes, serializations, and / or any other batch identifications. Inspections and tests required are as noted in the Subcontract. Recorded evidence of all testing performed shall be included with each shipment. If suspect/counterfeit parts are furnished under this Subcontract and are found in any of the Goods delivered hereunder, such items will be impounded by Buyer.

The Seller shall promptly replace such suspect/counterfeit parts with parts acceptable to the Buyer and the Seller shall be liable for all costs relating to the removal and replacement of said parts as specified in the Subcontract requirements or Distributor’s insurance policies. Buyer reserves all contractual rights and remedies to address grievances and detrimental impacts caused by suspect/counterfeit parts; (f) A Packing List shall accompany each box or package shipment showing the order number, specified hereon as well as the item number and a description of the goods. In the event that no such Packing List accompanies

T&Cs (11/24/2025) 2 any shipment, the count, weight or other measure of Buyer shall be final and conclusive. The Buyer shall not be obligated to accept any shipments in excess of the ordered quantity and any excess or advance shipments may be returned to the Seller at the Seller’s expense.

Section 6. Inspection and Acceptance. (a) Buyer’s final acceptance of Goods or Services is subject to Buyer’s inspection within fourteen (14) calendar days after receipt at Buyer’s facility or such other place as may be designated by Buyer, notwithstanding any payment or prior test or inspection; (b) Seller and its suppliers shall establish and maintain a quality control and inspection program as specified in the Subcontract. Subject to applicable national security regulations, Buyer, Buyer’s representatives and Buyer’s Customer shall have the right of access, on a non-interference basis, to any area of Seller’s or Seller’s supply chain sub-tier premises where any part of the work is being performed. Seller shall flow this requirement down to its sub tier supply chain suppliers as a condition of this Subcontract.

Seller shall, without additional costs to Buyer, provide all reasonable in-plant accommodations, facilities, and assistance for the safety and convenience of the Buyer, the Buyer’s representatives and Buyer’s Customer in the performance of their duties; (c) Seller shall keep and maintain inspection, test and related records, which shall be available to Buyer or Buyer’s representative. Seller shall allow copies to be made and shall furnish all information required by the Buyer, Buyer’s representative or Buyer’s Customer.

Section 7. Rejection. If Seller delivers non-conforming Goods or Services, Buyer may, at its option and Seller’s expense: (i) return the Goods…