Machine Rigging Post-Wide at the Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet NY
ID: W911PT25R0011Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC WVAWATERVLIET, NY, 12189-4000, USA

NAICS

Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF PRODUCTION BUILDINGS (Z1EC)

Set Aside

Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) (HZC)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army, is soliciting proposals for machine rigging services at the Watervliet Arsenal in New York. The contractor will be responsible for the removal, relocation, and installation of up to 28 machines, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and waste disposal requirements, with a performance period of 180 calendar days following the notice to proceed. This project is crucial for maintaining and upgrading military facilities, with an estimated contract value between $250,000 and $500,000, and is exclusively set aside for HUBZone Small Businesses. Interested contractors should contact Christopher Battiste at christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil or Joseph Pokrentowski at joseph.s.pokrentowski.civ@army.mil for further details, and a site visit is scheduled for May 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST.

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    The Statement of Work (SOW) for Machine Rigging (MR002), prepared by Tim Fontaine for the WVA, outlines the responsibilities of both the contractor and WVA in the removal and relocation of machinery. The contractor is tasked with supplying all necessary materials and tools, ensuring energy sources are disconnected, securing machines, prepping the floors, and managing waste disposal. Specific provisions are included for machines over 200 FLA concerning electrical work and securing sites using snow fencing. The WVA will handle the disconnection of energy, fluid disposal, site preparation, and the provision of necessary electrical switches. Additionally, the WVA will organize transportation for machines to scrap contracts when applicable. Coordination between the contractor and WVA is crucial, particularly in arranging schedules and ensuring compliance with safety measures, such as obtaining a "Burn Permit" if needed. This document addresses both safety and procedural standards for efficient machinery handling, underlining the collaborative effort required for successful project execution within government operations.
    The Statement of Work (SOW) for Machine Rigging MR002 outlines responsibilities for both the contractor and the Watervliet Arsenal (WVA) for the removal, relocation, and installation of machinery. The contractor is responsible for supplying materials and equipment, ensuring all energy sources are disconnected, securing the machine to the floor, and managing the disposal of waste materials. Additionally, they must coordinate any necessary burn permits and prep the machine's new location. In contrast, WVA is tasked with disconnecting energy sources, draining fluids, providing necessary switches, and organizing transportation to scrap. This SOW serves as a critical framework for ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency in the operation, reflecting key requirements typical of government project contracts. The document's structure clearly delineates obligations, ensuring clarity in work expectations and responsibilities for all parties involved.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Machine Rigging at Watervliet Arsenal, requiring contractors to disassemble, move, and install machinery within the facility. The project includes a Statement of Work detailing contractor responsibilities, including providing materials, ensuring safety protocols, and disposal of waste. The performance period is mandatory, spanning 180 calendar days after receiving a notice to proceed. The magnitude of the project is estimated between $250,000 and $500,000, necessitating 100% payment and performance bonds. Contractors must adhere to specified delivery and quality standards, including compliance with Davis-Bacon Wage Determination requirements. Workers at the Arsenal must follow safety protocols and submit reports related to occupational injuries and illnesses, contributing to the Arsenal's OSHA VPP recognition efforts. The document also includes instructions for a site visit, provides acceptable identification for entry, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidentiality regarding military technology. This RFP reflects the federal government's structured approach to procurement, securing services essential to maintaining and upgrading military facilities while adhering to regulatory standards and safety requirements.
    The document outlines a list of machinery identified as surplus or requiring movement within a government agency, categorized by type and associated with specific identification numbers (WV#). The listed machines vary from filaments winders, grinding machines, and vertical mills to lathes and drills, each marked with their condition—either excess or designated for movement to another location. The primary focus appears to be on the disposal or redistribution of various machine tools, with details indicating several pieces classified as excess, lacking specified price estimates or destinations. This inventory could serve as part of broader federal or local efforts to optimize resources, manage equipment efficiently, and potentially redirect funds for future grants or Request for Proposals (RFPs). Overall, the document reflects current practices in government equipment management and logistical planning.
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