Olympia Forestry Sciences Laboratory Potable Water System Project

The Olympia Forestry Sciences Laboratory Potable Water System Project, solicitation AG-05G2-S-08-0052, was awarded by the USDA Forest Service for the installation of a new potable water system at the Pacific Northwest Research Station in Olympia, Washington. This project was designated as a 100 percent set-aside for small businesses with an estimated value between 100,000 and 250,000 dollars. The scope of work includes drilling a new potable water well, installing pumps and piping, adding hot water heaters, and constructing an HVAC cooling water absorption field. The project also involves demolition activities across the Administration Wing, Silviculture Building, Wildlife Wing, and various outbuildings. Technical requirements for the project are governed by detailed civil and plumbing drawings and specifications that mandate adherence to ANSI/NSF 61 material standards. The contract outlines a strict submittal process for utility materials, water meters, and asbestos removal, while payment is structured based on a Schedule of Items covering mobilization, borehole drilling, casing, and test pumping. The performance period was established for 120 days beginning September 24, 2008, with project oversight provided by Contracting Officer Miley B Sutherland and Project Engineer Robert Avila.