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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service – RCNWR 1 of 3 SOW – Fire Building Heating System

STATEMENT OF WORK

Fire Building Heating System

PART 1 - PROJECT OVERVIEW

A. NOTICES

1. Project Information

Project Title: Heating System for Fire Building

Location: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Rachel Carlson National Wildlife Refuge 429 Post Road Wells, ME 04090

Contracting Officer (CO): TBD

Project Engineer / Contracting Brian Waz, 413-253-8605 Officer’s Representative (COR):

FWS Facilities Manager: Spencer Goodrich, 978-518-9739, spencer_goodrich@fws.gov

FWS Fire Program Manager: Christopher McCandless, 207-849-6793, christopher_mccandless@fws.gov

2. Project Overview

Design and install a complete reliable and efficient propane-fueled heating system for a newly constructed 40’W x 60’L pre-engineered metal building (PEMB). The structure includes three (3) 12'x12' garage doors, two

(2) man doors, and five (5) windows (Refer to Appendix 1: Photographs). The heating system will be designed to ensure consistent, safe, and efficient indoor heating throughout the winter months in coastal Maine. The system shall accommodate high air-exchange areas due to large garage doors.

B. PROJECT DETAILS

1. Contract Work:

This Contract is to design and install propane-fueled heating system. The following system requirements are required but not limited too based on the design.

Heating Type: Forced air propane heater(s) or infrared tube heaters (based on usage and ceiling height).

Fuel Supply: Exterior propane tank(s) with regulators sized for demand.

Ventilation: Proper flue gas exhaust and fresh air intake as required.

Thermostatical Control: Programmable thermostat for zone control.

Combustion Air: Ducted or louvered openings for safe operation.

Freeze Protection: Heat to prevent water carrying equipment from freezing.

The work shall comply with all industry standard best practices, regulations, and materials.

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2. Heating System Design:

Perform heat load calculations based on building size, insulation (closed-cell spray foam), window/door count, and use case.

Determine appropriate heater sizing and quantity.

Develop layout for heaters, ductwork (if applicable), gas piping, and venting.

3. Propane System Installation:

Coordinate with licensed propane supplier to install:

o External propane storage tank(s) sized for building usage (minimum 500-gallon recommended).

o If concrete pad is required for propane tank, the government will supply.

o Trenching and installation of underground or protected above-ground gas lines to building.

o Pressure regulation and shut-off valves per NFPA 58 and Maine Fuel Board regulations.

Include tie-in to building heating system and required leak/pressure testing.

4. Code Compliance and Permitting:

Obtain and comply with all local and state permits, including mechanical, propane fuel system, and electrical (if applicable).

All work must comply with:

o Maine Fuel Board codes o NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code) o Manufacturer’s installation instructions o Federal, state, and local regulations.

o Local coastal building codes (if any), including wind and corrosion resistance.

5. Testing, Commissioning, and Training:

Start up and commission all heating equipment.

Verify complete and safe propane operation, combustion air, and exhaust systems.

Train owner/operator on thermostat settings, safety shut-offs, and propane system maintenance.

6. Project Submittals:

The following information is required from the Contractor, but not limited to:

Manufacturer’s Technical Data and Specifications Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions Warranty information

Submittals shall be emailed to the following:

Contracting Officer (CO): TBD

FWS Fire Program Manager: Christopher McCandless, 207-849-6793, christopher_mccandless@fws.gov

Project Engineer / Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Brian Waz, brian_waz@fws.gov, (413)-253-8605

7. Anticipated Award Period / Contract Type:

The Government anticipates a firm-fixed priced award of this contract in August 2025.

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8. Completion Date:

The project shall be completed and commissioned no later than 45 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed issued by the Contracting Officer.

APPENDIX 1:

Photographs

40’W x 60’L Fire Building

Photo #1: View of front of the building.

Photo #2: Side/back view of building.

Photo #3: Interior view of left wall.

Photo #4: Interior view of right wall.