C--Sole Source award to an 8(a), HUBZone small business to: Repair Fire and Safety Issues, B992, Seaplane Base Fuel Pier, NAS Whidbey Island, WA.

This sole source contract, awarded to an 8(a) HUBZone small business by the Department of Defense via Navfacsyscom Northwest, focuses on repairing fire and safety issues at the B992 Seaplane Base Fuel Pier located at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. The scope of work involves modifying the pier deck, fire curtains, and firefighting access ports to ensure compliance with Fire Code Requirements. Additionally, the project requires a reconfiguration of fuel piping to improve access to the western portion of the pier, the removal of unused valves and fittings, and the elimination of flanged connections over water. Further technical upgrades include the installation of a new valve and flange connection along with a davit assembly for a backup fuel transfer hose, and improvements to the stripper system piping. To meet regulatory standards, the contractor must increase spill containment and remove the existing spill recovery tank and piping. Finally, the project includes extending the boarding brow to eliminate potential fall hazards, ensuring overall facility safety and operational efficiency.