Repair of Ingersoll Rand TH-75 Drill Rig S/N 3573.

Repair of Ingersoll Rand TH-75 Drill Rig S/N 3573. This is a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Order to Epiroc USA, LLC, The requirement is for repair of a US Geological Survey (USGS) California Water Science Center, Sacramento, CA, owned Ingersoll Rand TH-75 Drill Rig, S/N 3573.

To the knowledge of the USGS, Epiroc USA is the only source capable of meeting all the described requirements below.

The repairs include:

Troubleshoot and repair Ingersol Rand 350/900 air compressor;

ISSUES: major leaks, does not engage properly, wont pressure up correctly, replace any worn or dangerous plumbing, change oil and filters.

Modify IRTH75W control system

ISSUES: continual problems with controls and operation of rig components

FIX: eliminate electric over air controls and change to air over air controls, calibrate and test

Change or add all filters, plumbing and valves needed.

Check electrical controls on Cummins deck engine

Repair and tuneup as needed

New rod hook for main hoist line

Review and inspect rig to determine further repairs needed.

The purpose of this notice is to satisfy the requirements of FAR Subpart 5.2. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible parties may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. No solicitation will be issued. A determination not to compete this action based upon responses received is in the sole discretion of the Government.

Responses are due no later than 01/16/2010 1300 EDT. Response shall be submitted to Stewart Evans by email at sevans@usgs.gov. All responses shall be limited to 10 pages. No hard copies or submissions to FedConnect will be accepted.

NAICS 333132, Drilling Equipment, 1,250 Employees.

POC: Stewart Evans (916) 278-9334 or sevans@usgs.gov.