APS-U Repurposing of Shielded Transport for Beamline 34-ID
ID: 5B157P0006000Type: Solicitation
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFARGONNE NATL LAB - DOE CONTRACTORLemont, IL, 60439, USA

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Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

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CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT FACILITIES (Y1KZ)
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    The Department of Energy, through UChicago Argonne, LLC, is soliciting proposals for the fabrication and installation of shielded transports for X-ray delivery at the Advanced Photon Source's Beamline 34-ID in Lemont, Illinois. The project involves modifying an existing transport section, constructing support pedestals, and making necessary enclosure modifications, all in accordance with specified requirements. This work is crucial for the effective transport of hard X-ray beams between shielded experimental enclosures, enhancing the capabilities of the synchrotron beamlines. Proposals are due electronically by January 10, 2025, following a pre-proposal meeting on December 18, 2024, with contract awards expected around January 31, 2025, and project completion by April 30, 2025. Interested bidders should contact Robert K Kman at kman@anl.gov or 630-252-6488 for further details and access to the proposal documents.

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    The Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 5-B157-P-00060-00 by UChicago Argonne, LLC seeks bids for the fabrication, testing, delivery, and installation of shielded transports for X-ray delivery at the Advanced Photon Source's Beamline 34-ID. The RFP specifies that the project will modify an existing transport section and includes constructing support pedestals and making necessary enclosure modifications, all adhering to provided specifications. The RFP outlines essential details such as the insurance requirements, compliance with Davis-Bacon wage rates, and the necessity for a Buy American compliance statement for construction materials. Proposals should be submitted electronically by January 10, 2025, with a pre-proposal meeting on December 18, 2024, for clarification and discussion. Prospective bidders must demonstrate good safety performance and can expect a contract award around January 31, 2025, with work commencing thereafter and concluding by April 30, 2025. The selection process will be based on the best value, emphasizing technical acceptability and cost evaluations. Additionally, the RFP stresses the importance of documentation submission, including forms and compliance with Argonne's procurement terms, while highlighting the prohibition on the dissemination of proposal materials outside the solicitation context.
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