Stack Testing

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an Accredited Air Emissions Testing Body (AETB) through Invitation for Bid (IFB #3000012047) to perform comprehensive stack testing services for five separate boilers. The procurement requires a vendor capable of conducting Boiler Maximum Achievable Control Technologies (MACT) and Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATA), with specific expertise in United States Environmental Protection Agency's Electronic Reporting Tool (ERT) entry. Vendors must be located within 120 miles of the University's Old Well and capable of dispatching additional personnel and equipment as needed. The contract term is three years with potential renewal for two additional three-year terms. Key deliverables include stack test reports to be submitted within 14-30 days of test completion, and test protocols must be provided two months prior to testing. Bid submissions are due by December 23, 2024, at 1:00 PM EST, with written questions accepted until December 13, 2024. No mandatory site visit is required for this procurement.

The university encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), with a specific goal of 10% utilization for first or second-tier subcontractors. Vendors must demonstrate financial stability and be prepared to undergo background checks if requested. The bidding process requires comprehensive pricing that covers transportation, administrative, equipment, and personnel costs, with flexibility to submit either a single rate sheet for all contract years or individual rate sheets for each year. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the multi-year contract structure suggests a significant potential contract value. The procurement appears open to a wide range of qualified testing firms, with an emphasis on technical capability, geographic proximity, and responsiveness. Background checks and financial stability requirements indicate the university's intent to select a reliable and professional service provider for this critical environmental testing contract.