Jet A Tank Exterior Pressure Wash

This contract involves the pressure washing of the exterior shells of three large tanks at the RDU Airport Fuel Facility, each with a diameter of 107 feet and a capacity of 51,000 barrels. The scope includes cleaning the roofs and sides of the tanks to remove stains, with potential brush scrubbing at the tank bases. All detergents used must adhere to the RDU Airport Authority’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, requiring biodegradable, pH-neutral solutions. Water will be supplied on-site, and the contractor is responsible for providing all necessary equipment to access and clean all external surfaces, including hoisting equipment to reach within containment areas. Special care must be taken to avoid damaging the impermeable liner beneath the crushed stone aggregate surrounding the tanks. The work must be completed by March 31, 2025, with a project budget estimated between $50,000 and $150,000. The solicitation was posted on February 3, 2025, with a response deadline of February 13, 2025. The project is managed by the Raleigh Durham Airport Authority under North Carolina’s SLED organization, with the NAICS code 212312 indicating a focus on oil and gas pipeline and related structures. The contract emphasizes environmental compliance, safety, and the protection of existing infrastructure during the cleaning process.