Water Heater for DREDGE McFarland

Description of work: The Marine Design Center (MDC) of the U.S.  Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) intends to initiate a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a new shipboard electric water heater for use on Dredge McFarland. This new water heater will replace the forward unit that is now in service in the Pump Room of the vessel. The McFarland is located at Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia PA.

This shipboard electric water heater shall be fully suitable for use in a Marine environment.

It is anticipated that the water heater will need to meet the following characteristics:

• All welded carbon steel construction.
• Meets ASME Code Section IV requirements.
• Meets ABS Type Approval.
• UL Listing Mark certifying the entire water heater.
• Stamped, Certified and Registered with National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors.
• 200 Gallon Capacity (minimum).
• 210ºF Maximum Temperature.
• 20 KW, 24 Amps, 480V AC, 60 Hz, 3 Phase.
• Minimum 80 Gallons Per Hour at 100ºF Temperature Rise.
• 6” ANSI Raised Face Flange, 150 # Rating, for Heating Element.
• Single Point Electrical Connection.
• Storage Tank Not-To-Exceed Overall Dimensions – 36” Diameter x 87.5” High. Dimension include supports and lifting lug.
• Hydrastone protective lining, 5/8” thick minimum.
• Maximum Working Pressure – 100psi.
• Drain valve – Bronze or Stainless Steel.
• Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve.
• Temperature and Pressure Gauge.
• 2” Cold Water Inlet.
• 2” Hot Water Outlet.
• Blanket Insulation – Two-part foam insulation to be 3” thick minimum.
• Protective Outer Jacket, Composite material that will not rust or corrode.
• 12” x 16” (minimum) Manway.
• Bolt-On Bulkhead Mounting Supports.
• Four Angle Legs complete with Base Pads.
• Lifting Lug.
• 5-Year Tank Warranty.
• 1-Year Electrical Component Warranty.
• Adjustable Temperature Safety Device with Manual Reset.
• NEMA 1 Enclosure for all electrical operating controls.
• Built-In Non-Fused On/Off Disconnect Switch.
• Low Water Cut-Out Device.
• Adjustable Thermostat
• Power Distribution Block for Single Point Electrical Connection.
• Operating Manual in Print and Electronic Form. One copy of the manual shall be included inside of the crate.

A detailed delivery location will be provided in the solicitation.

The RFQ W912BU21Q0019 is intended to be available on or about June 4, 2021.  Hard copies will not be available.  No written or fax requests will be accepted.  Contractors may download the solicitation (including drawings) and any amendments via the hyperlink to Beta.Sam.Gov (or after) the issue date.  The official media of distribution for the RFQ is the Web.  All amendments to the RFQ will be posted to the Beta.Sam.gov  website.  It is the offeror’s responsibility to monitor the website in order to access the solicitation.  Bids will be due on, or about July 06, 2021.  NAICS code is 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors.

All contractors are required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before award as required by DFARS 204.7300. Information on getting registered may be obtained by accessing the SAM website at www.sam.gov . Instructions will be included in the solicitation. Also, firms who receive a Federal contract in excess of $25,000.00 are required by legislation to submit an annual VETS Report on your employment of targeted veterans. Information on submitting your report may be obtained by accessing the following internet web site: www.vets.com .