Libby Dam Oil Storage Room Access Platform

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

Solicitation Number: W912DW25Q0015

Title: Libby Dam Oil Storage Platform

Location: Libby Dam, Montana

NAICS Code: 332312 – Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing

Small Business Size Standard: 500 Employees

Set-Aside: Small Business

Contracting Office: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Seattle District

Description: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

1. Materials Required:

• Materials will be inspected at the job site prior to acceptance.
• The contractor is responsible for maintaining the product’s condition until acceptance.
• All items must be new; remanufactured or “gray market” items are not acceptable.
• All items must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.

2. Delivery Location: USACE – Libby Dam Project Office 17877 Highway #37 Attn: Shelley Schultz Libby, MT 59923‐7828

3. Materials Specifications:

• The elevated platform equipment, including stairs, connecting hardware, and concrete anchors, shall be constructed from galvanized steel.
• The equipment must comply with USACE safety regulations (EM 385‐1‐1) and OSHA requirements.

4. Delivery Requirements:

• Delivery of disassembled items is required within 60 days after award to the specified government facility.

5. System Characteristics:

• The system must be designed by a licensed professional engineer and capable of supporting at least 400 lbs per square foot.
• Components must fit through an opening of 55” x 88”.
• Guardrails must be removable.
• Two 32”x32” interior access hatches with load-bearing covers are required.
• Two 3M DBI-SALA Confined Space Permanent Deck Mount Sleeve Davit Mast Bases (or approved equal) shall be installed.
• The platform must be anchored to an existing concrete slab and designed to accommodate existing oil storage tanks.

6. Guardrail Systems:

• Guardrail systems must prevent injury and comply with OSHA safety requirements.
• The toprail height must be 42” (+/- 3”).
• Midrails must be installed halfway between the toprail and floor.
• Toe-boards must be installed around the perimeter, except at stair access locations.

7. Strength Requirements:

• Toprails must withstand at least 200 lbs of force.
• Midrails and other structural members must withstand at least 150 lbs of force.

8. Minimum Construction Materials:

• Toprails and midrails: 1½” nominal diameter (schedule 40 steel pipe).
• Posts: 1½” nominal diameter (schedule 40 steel pipe) spaced no more than 8 feet apart.
• Toe-boards must be at least 3½” in height and securely fastened.

9. Drawings and Submittals:

• Stamped engineering drawings are required within 30 days of award.
• Three (3) copies of shop drawings are required within 15 days of acceptance of engineering drawings.
• Field fabrication drawings must include all component details.

10. Field Fabrication:

• Field fabrication will be performed by government personnel within one year of delivery.
• The contractor must provide guidance for resolving discrepancies.
• The contractor is responsible for site visits or replacing defective parts at no additional cost.

Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) approach in accordance with FAR Part 13. Proposals must include a detailed quote outlining compliance with the specifications.

Submission Requirements: Proposals must be submitted electronically to Michael.s.houts@usace.army.mil.

Point of Contact: Michael S. Houts 206-806-0435 Michael.s.houts@usace.army.mil

This solicitation is issued as an RFQ under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures.

***Attached is the Statement of Work***