Internal Tank Inspection at Caven Point Marine Base

This government solicitation, W912DS26QA001, issued by W912DS, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to perform internal tank inspections at the Caven Point Marine Terminal in Jersey City, NJ. The contract, with a North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code of 541350 and a size standard of USD 11,500,000.00, is for a firm-fixed-price job with a duration of one month (February 2, 2026, to March 2, 2026). The scope of work includes the inspection and testing of various diesel, gasoline, bilge, and gray water tanks, requiring confined space entry and adherence to specific safety regulations (N.J.A.C 7:1E-216 (b)-(i), USACE EM 385-1-1, 34-1-10, and 29 CFR 1910.146). Offerors must submit quotes via email by January 12, 2026, and must be licensed, certified, and experienced in the subject work. The award will be based on the best value to the Government. The document also includes detailed Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, as well as wage rates for various occupations in Hudson County, New Jersey.

TSP Tank Services conducted an SP001 inspection of the Bilge Water Tank at Caven Point Marine Terminal, Jersey City, NJ, on February 27, 2024. The inspection, overseen by Ronald E. Swan, Jr., PE, and performed by certified inspector Robert Sherby, involved visual checks, ultrasonic thickness measurements, and photographic documentation. The report concludes the tank is suitable for its intended service. No critical or mandatory repairs are required for recertification. However, minor recommendations include repairing shell coating spot damage ($1,500 - $2,500) and replacing the interior coating of the secondary containment ($5,000 - $7,500). Future inspections are recommended monthly, annually by the owner, and a formal external inspection by February 27, 2044.

TSP Tank Services conducted an SP001 inspection of Diesel Tank 3 at Caven Point Marine Terminal in Jersey City, NJ, on February 27, 2024, for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The inspection, overseen by Ronald E. Swan, Jr., PE, determined the tank is suitable for its intended service. Minor variances were identified, including coating failures on saddles and nameplates with associated corrosion, and a cracking/peeling manufacturer label. No critical or code-required repairs were found. Recommended repairs include coating restoration ($2,000-$3,000) and label replacement ($500-$750). Future inspections are recommended monthly, annually by the owner's inspector, and a formal external inspection by February 27, 2044. The report details the tank's history, design, operational characteristics, and inspection methodology, including visual and ultrasonic thickness testing.

TSP Tank Services conducted an SP001 inspection of Diesel Tank 2 at Caven Point Marine Terminal in Jersey City, NJ, on February 27, 2024, for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District. The inspection, performed by certified inspectors, found the tank suitable for its intended service. Key findings included coating failures with corrosion and scaling on saddles and the shell, as well as fading and cracking labels. No critical or code-required repairs were identified. Recommended actions include repairing coating failures (estimated cost: $2,500 - $4,000) and replacing labels (estimated cost: $500 - $750). Future inspections are recommended monthly, annually, and a formal external inspection by February 27, 2044. The report emphasizes the tank's current fitness for service based on the inspection criteria.

The document is an amendment (0002) to solicitation W912DS26QA001, issued by W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK, updating a previous solicitation dated December 17, 2025. The primary purposes of this amendment are to respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) and extend the closing date for offers from January 12, 2026, to January 23, 2026. The amendment includes responses to six specific RFIs, clarifying details such as the absence of ITAR regulations, the contractor's responsibility for providing confined space entry personnel and equipment, no additional site-specific training requirements, client responsibilities for tank preparation, the absence of additional laboratory testing, and information on how to access the interested vendors list via SAM. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by the revised closing date to ensure their offer is considered.

The SP001 Inspection Report details the condition of Diesel Tank 1 at Caven Point Marine Terminal, Jersey City, NJ, following an inspection on February 27, 2024, by TSP Tank Services for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The inspection, overseen by Ronald E. Swan, Jr., PE, and performed by Robert Sherby, concluded the tank is suitable for its intended service based on SP001 criteria. Key findings include minor coating failures with corrosion on saddles and the tank shell, and fading/cracking labels. No critical or code-required repairs were identified. Recommended maintenance includes repairing coating failures ($2,500 - $4,000) and replacing labels ($500 - $750). Future inspections are scheduled monthly, annually, and a formal external inspection by February 27, 2044. The report emphasizes the importance of these inspections for compliance and maintenance planning.

TSP Tank Services conducted an SP001 inspection of Gasoline Tank 2 at the Caven Point Marine Terminal in Jersey City, NJ, on February 27, 2024. The inspection, overseen by Principal Engineer Ronald E. Swan, Jr., and performed by certified inspector Robert Sherby, found the tank suitable for service with no critical or code-required repairs needed. The inspection involved visual examinations of the tank's exterior, welds, and appurtenances, alongside photographic documentation and data analysis. The report details the tank's history, physical and operational characteristics, and inspection methodology. TSP recommends monthly, annual, and five-year formal external inspections. This report, prepared for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, confirms the tank's current fitness for service and outlines a schedule for future maintenance.

TSP Tank Services conducted an SP001 inspection of Gasoline Tank 1 at Caven Point Marine Terminal in Jersey City, NJ, on February 27, 2024. The inspection, overseen by Ronald E. Swan, Jr., PE, determined the tank is suitable for its intended service. However, it identified critical and minor variances. A pressure/vacuum vent must be installed for recertification (estimated cost: $4,000-$5,000). Recommended repairs include replacing a faded capacity label ($100-$200) and repairing cracks in the secondary containment floor ($2,000-$3,000). The report outlines future inspection schedules and provides detailed tank information, inspection methodology, and photographic documentation.

This amendment to solicitation W912DS26QA0010001 outlines the requirements for internal testing and inspection of nine storage tanks at the US Army Corps of Engineers, New York District's Caven Point Marine Terminal in Jersey City, NJ. The services include visual inspection, ultrasonic examination, and adherence to specific safety protocols for confined space entry. The government will ensure tanks are cleaned and ventilated, but the contractor is responsible for entry permits and air sampling. The inspection schedule is flexible due to operational needs, with a 30-day period of performance. This is a new requirement, building on a previous external inspection contract. Quotes are due by January 12, 2026, and will result in a firm-fixed-price contract awarded to the offeror providing the best value.