Delano Hall -USMMA under ground storage removal

The United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York, requires the removal of three underground steel storage tanks containing No. 2 Fuel Oil—two at 20,000 gallons and one at 10,000 gallons—located near Delano Hall and O’Hara Hall. The contractor must be licensed in New York and must permanently disconnect, seal, and remove all associated piping, wiring, and monitoring equipment in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including those from the EPA, OSHA, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and the Nassau County Department of Health. Due to the historic designation of the buildings as contributing structures within the USMMA National Historic District, the work must adhere to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation under 36 CFR Part 67.7 and 36 CFR Part 68. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits, paying associated fees, and submitting engineering plans verified by a licensed Professional Engineer. A detailed work plan, spill prevention and response plan, soil sampling protocols, waste manifests, and training certifications must be provided to the Contracting Officer’s Representative prior to commencement. All activities must avoid disruption to campus operations, academic programs, and waterfront functions. The contractor must ensure containment of any hazardous materials, immediate reporting of spills, and full remediation at no additional cost to the government. Soil disturbance must be restored to match original appearance, and storm drains and catch basins must be protected. The project has a 60-day performance window after award, and the solicitation includes four optional one-year extensions for which cost estimates must be submitted. Responses to this sources-sought notice, including a capability statement and answers to 14 specified questions, must be submitted via email to durba.ray@dot.gov with a copy to brian.wiley.ctr@dot.gov by 1:00 PM EST on May 21, 2026, using Microsoft Office formats. The contracting office is in Washington, D.C., under the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration, with no formal FAR clauses specified; instead, requirements are embedded in narrative work instructions. Business size under NAICS code 333914 must be declared, but no socioeconomic certifications or UEI/CAGE codes are formally requested. Payment and accounting details are not disclosed, and the award methodology is not stated.