SERVICE - Transfer Piping Removal and Replacment

Solicitation W9098S16T0140, issued by the Department of Defense through the Rock Island Arsenal Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center, seeks quotes for the removal and replacement of overhead sand transfer piping equipment in the Building 212 Foundry. This project is a total small business set-aside, specifically targeting Small Business HubZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The scope of work involves the installation of 4-inch schedule 80 piping with a performance period of one month from the date of the contract. Quality and performance will be monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan that defines specific surveillance methods and acceptance criteria. The procurement process included several amendments to refine the requirements and provide vendor guidance. These updates included a revised Scope of Work, the scheduling of a site visit on August 8, 2016, and the extension of the response deadline to August 10, 2016. Additionally, the government clarified that vendors are permitted to use the overhead crane system for access to the piping, provided they strictly adhere to OSHA fall protection requirements. All inquiries regarding this solicitation are directed to Contract Specialist Sabrina Lowe.