The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a presolicitation notice for the inspection of Underground Storage Tanks (UST) under solicitation number 36C25925Q0258. The response deadline for interested contractors is set for March 21, 2025, at 10 AM Mountain Time. This solicitation is specifically designated as an SBA set-aside. The place of performance will be at the Montana Veterans Affairs Healthcare System in Fort Harrison, Montana. The contracting office is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado, and more details can be found on the Department of Veterans Affairs' official website. An attached document referenced in the notice contains further information regarding the UST inspection requirements. This presolicitation represents the federal government’s effort to ensure compliance and maintenance of USTs, crucial for safe environmental practices and adherence to regulations regarding storage tank management.
The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract regarding the inspection and testing of underground storage tanks associated with the Montana Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (MTVAHCS). The contractor is required to perform an Operator’s Annual Inspection (OAI) on four specific tanks, ensuring compliance with Montana Department of Environmental Quality (MTDEQ) regulations. Services include functionality tests of sump sensors and overfill valves, as well as hydrostatic testing of spill buckets and piping systems. The contract spans a base year from April 2025 to April 2026, with four optional extension years.
Key details specify that inspections must occur annually or triennially, depending on certain conditions, and the contractor is responsible for all necessary resources, supervision, and compliance documentation. Additionally, the document includes provisions for performance evaluation, invoice submission, and emergency call services. The need for tight adherence to federal regulations regarding environmental protection and quality control is emphasized. Overall, this acquisition seeks to ensure the integrity of environmental systems at the facility while adhering to rigorous safety and operational standards.