Perchloric Acid Fume Hood Mechanical Repairs

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking mechanical and plumbing-associated repairs for one perchloric acid fume hood, including its cabinetry, associated ductwork, and fan blower assembly at the Hollings Marine Laboratory (HML). The project requires highly specialized work due to prior perchloric acid usage, mandating continuous stainless steel welding for all ductwork and strict safety protocols requiring at least two qualified personnel on-site during installation—one for welding and one for fire watch/safety support. The work involves sliding new fabricated duct sections from the roof to the hood connection point, with comprehensive technical documentation provided including mechanical, hood, and plumbing schematics. Amendment 001, issued on August 19, 2025, extended the solicitation closing date to August 27, 2025 at 12:00pm EST and provided complete Questions and Answers documentation, with no further questions being accepted. The solicitation includes detailed architectural drawings, equipment manuals, and photographic evidence of existing ductwork requiring replacement due to leak damage.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors). No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation materials. The solicitation does not specify contract award values or budget ranges for this specialized laboratory equipment repair project. The work involves repairs to a single fume hood system, specifically a NuAire Model NU-154 polypropylene fume hood designed for high-acid laboratory environments. Performance will take place at the Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina, as evidenced by the architectural drawings prepared by Craig, Gaulden & Davis, Inc. for the Marine Environmental Health Research Laboratory facility.