Fuel Tank Fabrication
ID: N4215825RC50787Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD GFPORTSMOUTH, VA, 23709-1001, USA

NAICS

Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing (332420)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (J039)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/077498c2ef1149fb8dc7161cc898c141/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, is seeking qualified contractors for the fabrication and replacement of 150-gallon single-wall fuel tanks with double-wall steel sub-base fuel tanks as part of a market research initiative. The project involves the sequential removal and replacement of tanks on six portable flood-wall pumps, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards throughout the process. This effort is crucial for enhancing the safety and functionality of fueling operations at the shipyard. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by August 8, 2025, at 11 AM EST, to Melissa White at melissa.e.white13.civ@us.navy.mil, as no hard copy or facsimile submissions will be accepted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melissa White
    (757) 967-3005
    melissa.e.white13.civ@us.navy.mil
    Files
    Title
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    2 Flood Wall Pump Tank Replacement SOW_Redacted.pdf
    The project involves replacing 150-gallon single-wall fuel tanks with 150-gallon double-wall tanks on six portable flood-wall pumps at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The contractor is responsible for removing each pump sequentially, transporting it off-site for tank replacement, and returning it to its original location, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. The contractor must conduct an initial site visit with a Technical Point of Contact (POC) within 15 business days of contract award to plan for the removal process while considering potential weather impacts. They must provide a project schedule and ensure all necessary equipment, materials, and safety protocols are in place throughout the project, which runs from September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2026. Contractor obligations include adhering to federal and state safety regulations, particularly concerning hazardous energy control. The shipyard will facilitate access for the contractor during specific operating hours, and any work outside these hours will require prior approval. Additionally, contractors seeking base access must utilize the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS). This project underlines the government's initiative to enhance the safety and functionality of fueling operations while ensuring compliance with established industrial standards.
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