Insulation for PSA Vessels

Dane County, Wisconsin is seeking proposals for RFP #323023 to supply and install insulation for six Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) vessels located at the Rodefeld Landfill within the Dane County Department of Waste & Renewables' Renewable Natural Gas Facility. The project involves insulating cylindrical vessels approximately 13 feet tall with a six-foot diameter, requiring aluminum roll jacketing conforming to ASTM C1729, a 3-mil polyfilm barrier, stainless steel fasteners, and 2-inch thick insulation designed for heat conservation. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 3, 2023, at 9:00 am, with proposal responses due by August 22, 2023, at 2:00 pm. The contract will be effective from execution through December 31, 2024, and includes a one-year warranty on goods and workmanship. Proposal evaluation will be based on a points system: 60% for pricing, 20% for firm qualifications and experience, 15% for safety culture, and 5% for local vendor preference. The County will provide scaffold setup and rental, while contractors are responsible for all other tools, equipment, labor, and consumables.

The RFP appears to have a local vendor preference component, with Dane County-based vendors automatically receiving five points and vendors from adjacent counties receiving two points. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the evaluation criteria suggest a preference for local businesses. The project is part of the County's broader environmental initiative for waste management and renewable energy solutions, with an estimated project start date of October 17, 2023. The technical specifications are derived from engineering schematics by Smith Tank & Steel, Inc., dated 9/20/18, indicating an existing relationship with the engineering firm. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving six vessels and specialized insulation installation—suggests a significant investment in the County's renewable natural gas infrastructure. Interested vendors should carefully review the detailed requirements in the RFP, particularly the technical specifications for insulation materials and installation standards.