Columbus AFB, MS FAC# 141 & 145 fuel tank inspection
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- W9128F25Q0006
- Agency
-
ENDIST Omaha
US Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Place of performance
- Columbus, Mississippi 39701, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Omaha (USACE) is seeking a small business contractor to perform comprehensive API tank inspections at Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi. The solicitation, numbered W9128F25Q0006, requires one internal and one external API 653 inspection for Facilities #141 and #145, which involves fuel removal, tank cleaning, wiper seal replacement, and detailed reporting. Contractors must prepare a Project Inspection Management Plan, Health and Safety Plan, and Accident Prevention Plan, along with draft and final inspection reports. The technical evaluation will focus on the expertise and experience of the proposed inspector, with quotes being judged on technical capability, relevant experience, and pricing. Proposals are due by October 17, 2024, at 3:30 PM CDT, and the government requires all questions to be submitted in writing at least 7 days prior to the proposal due date.
The contract is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services), with a period of performance of 180 calendar days from contract award. The place of performance is Columbus, Mississippi, and the work involves inspecting fuel tanks in accordance with all applicable laws, standards, federal regulations, and state and local guidelines. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the contract will be firm-fixed price, and no award will be made until funds are secured. The scope includes inspecting two storage tanks, with specific requirements for fuel transfer, tank cleaning, and replacement of wiper seals. Contractors must also comply with installation security requirements, including identity proofing, vetting, and adhering to base access protocols.
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Q&A
Question 1
Will the Government have the floating roof legs set prior to the contractor’s arrival?
Answer 1
The floating roof legs will be set prior to contractor arrival.
Question 2
Under paragraph 4.1.4, the coatings are to be repaired IAW UFGS 09 97 13.27 and 09 97 13.17. Can these repairs be completed by a simple coating contractor without additional inspection or will a SSPC QS1 contractor with a SSPC QP5 inspector be required as listed by the UFGS specifications?
Answer 2
The repairs can be made without a QP5 or QS1 permitting the Contractor follows process within the coating specifications. Note that the specification requires a coatings plan to be submitted.
Question 3
CLIN 0004, Paragraphs 4.1.2, and 4.1.12, where will the fuel be transferred and what is the approximate distance? Is it preferable to accomplish this via vacuum truck or existing piping and pumps?
Answer 3
Base will empty the tank and turn over to the KTR for cleaning. Attachment B identifies residual fuel.
Question 4
Is electricity and water available on site for cleaning crew usage? If so, can you provide the utility rates
Answer 4
Yes, there is no charge.
Question 5
For the coating condition survey, please confirm that both tanks will have a coating condition survey requirement. Paragraph 4.1.4 under the API Internal heading references both an interior and exterior coating system survey; however, there is no requirement listed under the API external section.
Answer 5
If this project has externals on it the paint sampling is only required when completing an internal, at that time they take samples internally and externally.
Question 6
Will isolation kits be required for the new stainless steel manway hardware? If so, redrilling of the flanges and cover plates is likely required to accommodate the 3/4" bolts and kits.
Answer 6
We have never had anyone have to redrill holes for larger bolts/kits. Isolation kits are not required.
DLA-Energy has requested USACE to conduct one each Internal and External API inspections at Columbus AFB, MS to inspect facilities in accordance with all laws standards, federal regulations, as well as any state and local regulations and guidelines.
API External Inspection Facility #145
API Internal Inspection Facility #141
Update #1 ·
DLA-Energy has requested USACE to conduct one each Internal and External API inspections at Columbus AFB, MS to inspect facilities in accordance with all laws standards, federal regulations, as well as any state and local regulations and guidelines.
API External Inspection Facility #145
API Internal Inspection Facility #141
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