BG-8505 Fuel Tank Cleaning
ID: 6991PE24Q000011Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFMARITIME ADMINISTRATION6991PE DOT MARITIME ADMINOAKLAND, CA, 94612, USA

NAICS

Remediation Services (562910)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION (F108)

Set Aside

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

    The US Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) seeks a small business contractor to clean two fuel tanks aboard the BG-8505 barge, located in Benicia, California. The work involves draining and cleaning the tanks of CARB #2 ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel residues, requiring specialized environmental remediation services. The successful bidder will possess the expertise and equipment to execute the work efficiently, adhering to US Coast Guard regulations and strict health and safety standards.

    This combined synopsis and solicitation, with a site visit scheduled prior to the August 2nd quotation deadline, aims to award a firm fixed-price contract with potential extras. The chosen contractor will complete the work within 30 days of being awarded the contract, collaborating with government-provided services and adhering to the detailed Statement of Work.

    Contact Jon T. Meagher, the Primary Contracting Officer, at jon.meagher@dot.gov or 415-740-4539 for more information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jon T. Meagher, Primary Contracting Officer
    (415) 740-4539
    jon.meagher@dot.gov
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    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) seeks quotes for cleaning two fuel tanks aboard the BG-8505 barge, a small business set-aside contract. The work, to be performed at the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet pier, involves removing CARB #2 ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel residues from the tanks. Offerors are required to attend a site visit and submit their quotations by August 2nd. MARAD seeks a firm fixed-price contract with potential supplemental work, with the period of performance set at 30 days after award. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and MARAD clauses covering areas like labor standards, insurance, and indemnification. Critical to the procurement are the specific work requirements, including cleaning methods, health and safety standards, and waste management procedures detailed in the attached Statement of Work.
    The primary objective of this procurement is to hire a contractor to clean two fuel tanks aboard the barge BG-8505, located at the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet pier. The contractor must possess the necessary equipment and expertise to drain, clean, and dispose of residual diesel fuel from the specified tanks, following US Coast Guard regulations. The core services involve draining and flushing the fuel pipeline, cleaning the tanks using approved detergents, and certifying the tanks safe for hot work. Additionally, the contractor should be prepared to provide supplemental services, including labor and materials, in the event of any emergent work orders during the contract period. The government seeks a cost-effective solution, with a not-to-exceed amount specified for supplemental labor hours and materials. The contractor will be required to work alongside various government-provided services, such as freshwater supply and electrical power, to facilitate the cleaning process. Key dates and evaluation criteria are not explicitly mentioned in the file, but the presence of a COR indicates a certain degree of urgency and a focus on efficient project execution.
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