Replacement of Fuel Tank and Steel Wall on the Basement Floor, Bldg 8, Akasaka Press Center, Japan

Solicitation FA5209-16-T-0067 is a Firm Fixed Price contract awarded by the Department of Defense for the replacement of a diesel fuel tank and steel wall on the basement floor of Building 8 at the Akasaka Press Center in Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The scope of work includes conducting preliminary studies, pumping and recycling existing fuel, installing a new tank and concrete dike, performing pressure testing, and replacing the steel wall and door. The project requires a period of performance of three months after the receipt of the order and mandates that personnel possess specific certifications in welding and hazardous materials. Administrative requirements for the project included a mandatory site visit on May 26, 2016, and the submission of gate pass request rosters for base access. Contractors were required to provide bilingual work schedules and performance reports. The agreement also incorporates specific tax exemption clauses in accordance with the US-Japan Status of Forces Agreement. The contracting process was managed by the 374 Cons Pk office, with oversight provided by Contract Specialist Kanae Yamamoto and Contracting Officer Masaki Sato.