Electric Arc Furnace removal ,acquisition and installation

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W519TC26RA028) is for the 5-Ton Electric Arc Furnace Project, supporting the Rock Island Arsenal- Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIAJMTC). The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) award, utilizing a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedure.

• Demolition and removal of existing 5-Ton and 3-Ton Furnaces.

• Concrete work.

• Procurement and installation of a 5-ton Arc Furnace, including delivery, installation, set-up, testing, and training.

• Optional items include a second 5-ton Arc Furnace and a 5-ton AOD system.

• Supporting equipment may include bag house dust collection system, compressed Air and Argon storage tanks.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Delivery estimated by 17 Sep 2027 for the main items.

• Estimated Value: Not specified in this document.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: 01 June 2026, 12:00 PM Local Time.

• Submission Format: Electronic format only, emailed to the Contract Specialist.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical (Acceptable/Unacceptable) and Price. Proposals must be technically acceptable to be considered for award. The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer.

• Technical Evaluation: Based on Experience (at least 3 years supplying/offering similar equipment) and SOW/RIPD Compliance.

• Price Evaluation: Firm fixed prices for all CLINs, submitted on a FOB Destination basis to Rock Island, IL 61299. Prices are binding and valid for 1 year after proposal date.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 333248, Size Standard: Economically.

• Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns is included.

• A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Friday, 8 May 2026, at 8:00 AM. Pre-registration is required, and specific identification and access procedures must be followed.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Offerors must comply with all safety, law enforcement, security, and fire prevention requirements for Rock Island Arsenal.

• FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to small business subcontracting, payment instructions, and tax on foreign procurements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks a contractor to provide a Foundry Furnace Replacement, including detailed design engineering, specification development, project management, equipment installation, construction services, commissioning, training, and procurement of one 5-Ton Electric Arc furnace (with an option for a second). The scope also includes demolition and removal of existing furnaces, and the procurement and installation of supporting equipment such as a baghouse dust collection system, compressed air and argon storage tanks, and an optional Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) system.

• Procurement and installation of a 5-Ton Electric Arc Furnace (option for a second).

• Procurement and installation of an optional 5-Ton AOD System.

• Procurement and installation of a baghouse dust collection system.

• Procurement and installation of compressed air and argon storage tanks.

• Demolition and removal of existing 5-Ton and 3-Ton Arc furnaces.

• Detailed design engineering, specification development, project management, and construction services.

• Equipment commissioning and training.

• All materials and labor to make equipment safely operational and meet industry/national standards.

• Compliance with numerous national standards (OSHA, ASTM, ASME, ANSI, NEMA, EIA, IEEE, ASCII, AWS, AGMA, NFPA, ISO).

• Specific design standards including ownership, general design, units of measure (English-US), data plates, and Unique Identification (IUID) registration.

• Utility connections (electrical, compressed air, water, natural gas) to a single point of connection.

• Safety, security, and environmental compliance, including RAMP participation, AT Level I training, and iWatch training.

• Specific requirements for motors, dials, gauges, handwheels, control levers, foundation, audible noise levels, and material exclusions (PCB, ozone depleting substances, asbestos).

• The document is a Purchase Description from Rock Island Arsenal, dated March 24, 2026.

• The contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not explicitly stated in this document.

• Bidders must report any ambiguities, questions, or discrepancies in writing to the contracting officer BEFORE the scheduled close of bidding.

• Submission of a proposal implies the bidder has made a reasonable examination of the requirements.

• Specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in this document.

• Not explicitly stated in this document.

• The document references drawings provided by the vendor for foundation requirements.

• Rock Island Arsenal will provide utilities to the points of first connection.

• Contractors must comply with all security requirements of Rock Island Arsenal.

• Training for operators, programmers, and maintenance personnel is required.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing various data items required from the contractor for the "Foundry Furnace Replacements" system. It specifies the type of documentation, submission requirements, and format.

• Data Item No. 001-005: Installation and Preparation Documentation, including Installation Documentation List, Tool List, Footprint Drawing, Machine Foundation Drawing, and Installation Drawing. These require submission at least 60 days prior to equipment delivery and again at delivery, in electronic or paper format.
• Data Item No. 006-008: Schematics (Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic). These require submission at least 60 days prior to delivery and again at delivery, in electronic or paper format. Specific details like capacity at connection points and fluid types/quantities are required.
• Data Item No. 009: Water Piping Schematic. Requires submission at least 60 days prior to delivery and again at delivery, in electronic or paper format. Includes flow rate, temperature, discharge specifications.
• Data Item No. 010: Equipment Identification. Requires submission at least 60 days prior to delivery. Includes make/model, features, technical data, and brochures.
• Data Item No. 011-012: Maintenance Manual (Safety Lockout Procedure, Preventive Maintenance Procedure). Requires submission with equipment delivery. Includes safe shutdown procedures, lockout/tagout, daily checklists, inspections, and lubrication schedules.
• Data Item No. 013: Operator Manual. Requires submission with equipment delivery. Includes procedures for safe operation and utilization of all functions.
• Data Item No. 014-015: Environmental Compliance Data (MSDS, Chemical List). Requires submission 30 days prior to delivery. Includes MSDS for hazardous materials and a list of all chemicals necessary for operation.
• Data Item No. 016: Pre-Shipment Testing Report. Requires submission 10 days prior to delivery.

This CDRL outlines the specific documentation and data deliverables required from a contractor for the Foundry Furnace Replacements. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately price and plan for their proposal, ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared and submitted according to the specified timelines and formats.