A--Test and Evaluation of the BSEE Burner DRAFT RFP
ID: 140E0125R0003Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENFORCEMENTACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISIONSTERLING, VA, 20166, USA

NAICS

Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333132)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT R&D SERVICES; POLLUTION CONTROL AND ABATEMENT; APPLIED RESEARCH (AH42)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f9fbe31707f640e7a717225462479c84/view
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    The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) within the Department of the Interior is seeking proposals for the "Test and Evaluation of the BSEE Burner," aimed at enhancing crude oil disposal methods in environmentally sensitive areas. The procurement involves scientific and technical support services, structured into three phases: evaluating the current burner prototype, making necessary modifications for field testing, and conducting actual field tests in simulated scenarios. This initiative is crucial for advancing safe oil spill response technologies and is set aside for small businesses, with a contract period of 24 months following award. Interested parties can contact William Rilee at William.Rilee@bsee.gov or call 703-787-1757 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rilee, William
    (703) 787-1757
    William.Rilee@bsee.gov
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    The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is soliciting proposals for the "Test and Evaluation of the BSEE Burner," designed for crude oil disposal in environmentally sensitive areas. This solicitation is a small business set-aside based on FAR regulations, with a projected Firm-Fixed-Price Contract structure. The project requires scientific and technical support services, divided into three main phases: evaluation of the current burner prototype, modifications for field testing, and actual field testing of the burner in simulated scenarios. Deliverables include user manuals, inspection guidelines, and detailed reports on testing results. The project's objectives are to assess the burner’s operational effectiveness, implement necessary modifications, and ensure field compatibility for various environments. A comprehensive deliverables schedule outlines timely submission requirements, with periodic progress reports. The contract period is set at 24 months, commencing upon award, with specific optional tasks available for field deployment demonstrations. Transparency and scientific integrity in all undertakings are emphasized to safeguard the contract's credibility and foster trust between BSEE and the contractor. Overall, this initiative underscores BSEE’s commitment to advancing safe oil spill response technologies while engaging small businesses in federal contracting efforts.
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