NREL S&TF - Cleanroom LPCVD Tool Installation
ID: SS-2024020752Type: Sources Sought
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFALLIANCE SUSTAINABLE ENRGY-DOECONTRGolden, CO, 80402, USA

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Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4ef38ea877b34ec4843650a3e394edaa/view
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    The Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is seeking qualified subcontractors for the installation of a new Tempress Diffusion Furnace in the Science and Technology Facility (S&TF) cleanroom at its Golden, Colorado campus. The project requires contractors to have experience in cleanroom environments and the ability to manage modifications to ductwork, mechanical and electrical systems, and gas detection, while ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing research operations. This initiative is crucial for enhancing NREL's capabilities in renewable energy research and development, with a project duration anticipated to exceed six months. Interested parties should submit a Capabilities Statement to Evan Buzbee at evan.buzbee@nrel.gov, as the opportunity emphasizes small business participation and timely completion is essential for operational milestones.

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    Evan Buzbee
    evan.buzbee@nrel.gov
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    STF Cleanroom Tool Install Sources Sought 9-5-24.pdf
    The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is seeking subcontractors for the installation of a new Tempress Diffusion Furnace in the Science and Technology Facility (S&TF) cleanroom at its Golden, CO campus. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify qualified companies capable of meeting specific project requirements, including modifications to ductwork, mechanical and electrical systems, and gas detection. Contractors must possess demonstrated experience in cleanroom environments, project management, and safety compliance, particularly around non-construction research operations. Key project elements involve making essential utility connections, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing research, and maintaining high safety standards. Interested parties are invited to submit a Capabilities Statement, evidencing their qualifications related to the outlined project details and construction scope. The anticipated duration of this project is over six months, with potential for extensions. The initiative emphasizes small business participation, encouraging submissions from eligible federal award recipients. NREL is dedicated to integrating advanced energy technologies, and timely completion of this facility enhancement is paramount to uphold its operational milestones.
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