Philpott Bulkhead Testing
ID: W912PM-24-Q-0035Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW074 ENDIST WILMINGTONWILMINGTON, NC, 28403-1343, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

QUALITY CONTROL- MISCELLANEOUS (H199)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b2ca6b98234147c784a4e81c5d7025ff/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is soliciting quotes for strength and material testing related to the secondary bulkhead of the Philpott Dam in Wilmington, North Carolina. The project aims to assess and rehabilitate the bulkhead, which has been in use since the 1940s and has sustained damage requiring comprehensive testing of both original and new materials, including chemical analyses and non-destructive testing of welds. This procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS Code 541330, emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting small business participation in federal contracting. Interested bidders must submit both a Price Quote and Technical Proposal via email by September 23, 2024, to the designated contacts, Benjamin Rickman and Troy Small, with all submissions adhering to specified formatting requirements.

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    A21 - W912PM-24-Q-0035_Attachment 1.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement outlines the repair and testing requirements for the secondary bulkhead of the Philpott Dam in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The bulkhead, in use since the 1940s, has been identified with damaged beams and inconsistent welds requiring rehabilitation. The contractor will carry out strength and material testing on both the original and new steel, including chemical analyses, tensile and bending tests on weld samples, and full non-destructive testing of all fillet welds, with test reports required within two weeks of each testing phase. Work is expected to be completed within 90 days after the contract award, adhering to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' safety and health regulations. The document also stipulates security protocols for personnel access to government facilities, including mandatory training and verification processes, and emphasizes compliance with employment eligibility verification via the E-Verify Program. The outlined protocol ensures that all work performed adheres to rigorous standards ensuring safety, security, and efficiency in repairing the critical infrastructure at Philpott Dam.
    A21 - W912PM-24-Q-0035.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for "Strength and Material Testing" related to a secondary bulkhead project. The solicitation, numbered W912PM-24-Q-0035, was issued on August 21, 2024, with submission deadlines set for September 23, 2024. Bidders are required to submit both a Price Quote and Technical Proposal via email. The contract is designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS Code 541330. Key details include the specified quantity of services, the method of solicitation (RFQ), and incorporated provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The evaluation criteria focus on price and technical performance, ensuring that submissions meet stringent standards for qualification. Bidders are instructed to address communications, including questions, directly to the procurement specialists. Additional clauses integrate federal policies concerning telecommunications, child labor, and business operations in Sudan, reinforcing compliance and regulatory obligations. This RFQ exemplifies the federal government’s structured approach to procure services and underscores its commitment to supporting small business participation while ensuring regulatory adherence in contract execution.
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