Sources Sought: Niagara Falls Storage Site (NFSS) Waste Retrieval Facility (WRF)
ID: W912P425X11W2Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW072 ENDIST BUFFALOBUFFALO, NY, 14207-3199, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES (Y1PZ)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9aed423472484e0dbc4f3451221f3e0f/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District, is seeking information from qualified companies regarding the design and availability of temporary construction enclosures for the Waste Retrieval Facility (WRF) at the Niagara Falls Storage Site (NFSS) in Lewiston, New York. The primary objective is to create enclosures that will prevent radon releases during the excavation of contaminated materials, with specific requirements including structural resilience, HVAC integration, and the ability to maintain internal negative pressure to control toxic gas emissions. This initiative is part of a broader remediation effort addressing radioactive waste from historical military projects, underscoring the importance of environmental health and regulatory compliance. Interested parties must submit their capabilities, design approaches, and financial qualifications by December 9, 2024, and can contact Douglas Smith at douglas.smith@usace.army.mil or Tyrone Palaganas at tyrone.b.palaganas@usace.army.mil for further information.

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    Attachment 1 Architectural Drawings.pdf
    The document encompasses architectural and structural drawings for the Waste Retrieval Facility (WRF) at the Niagara Falls Storage Site, focusing on the removal of interim containment structures. It belongs to the US Army Corps of Engineers and outlines extensive design specifications, including floor and roof plans, elevations, sections, and door schedules. Key elements include air lock specifications, structural framing details, space allocation for waste retrieval operations, and the need for excavation of buried structures. The facility's design prioritizes emergency egress, adhering to safety standards with alarmed doors. This comprehensive plan supports governmental efforts to manage and secure hazardous waste practices, illustrating a commitment to regulatory compliance and environmental health. The documentation process signifies rigorous quality control, ensuring plans are meticulously reviewed before implementation.
    NFSS IWCS WRF Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The Sources Sought Notice W912P425X11W2 is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District to gather information about the design and availability of temporary construction enclosures for the Waste Retrieval Facility at the Niagara Falls Storage Site (NFSS). The NFSS, encompassing 191 acres in Lewiston, New York, is being remediated due to radioactive waste from historical military projects. The enclosure aims to prevent radon releases during the excavation of contaminated materials. Key requirements for the enclosure include specific dimensions, HVAC integration, structural resilience against loads, and the ability to maintain internal negative pressure to control toxic gas emissions. The notice seeks qualified companies to submit their capabilities, design approaches, project experiences, and information about their financial and bonding qualifications by December 9, 2024. This document emphasizes that responses are not solicitations for proposals or contracts but rather a means for the government to inform future procurement strategies.
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