HEATED SALT BATH FURNACE MAITENANCE AND REPAIR

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding an unspecified SAM.gov opportunity, clarifying aspects of the requirement.

• Contract Type: This is a new requirement with no prior incumbent contract. A contract number will be assigned upon award.
• Tank Dimensions: The tank dimensions are L-209 inches, W-61.5 inches, D-90 inches. The capacity is 30,000 lbs (salts weight), with a working zone volume of 85.37 cubic feet.
• Inspection Access & Sequencing: A single contractor is expected to perform all work. The sequencing of activities will be developed before the work begins.
• Inspection Duration: The inspection may require multiple days due to equipment setup.
• Inspection Scope: The government confirms that the interpretation of the inspection scope aligns with their expectations.

These clarifications provide specific details on tank dimensions, work sequencing, and inspection duration, which may influence bidder understanding of the scope and resource requirements. No changes to due dates or submission rules are indicated.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation N6852026Q10060001 makes the following changes:

• Extends the response due date.

• Provides site visit information in Section J, Attachment 01.

• Removes clause 52.212-5.

• Section J, Attachment 01 (Site Visit Information) is added.

• Clause 52.212-5 is removed.

• The proposal deadline has been extended. Offerors should note the new due date.

• Offerors should review the provided site visit information.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides essential information and instructions for contractors interested in attending a mandatory site visit for the opportunity associated with RFQ N6852026Q1006.

• Date and Time: The site visit is scheduled for March 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
• Location: Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE), Jacksonville, FL. Contractors are to assemble in the Quarterdeck of Building 101.
• Access Requirements:
  • Contractors must present personal identification and be subject to search and seizure.
  • A request to attend must be submitted via email by March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
  • The request must include Company Name, Individuals Attending, and whether base access is required.
  • For base access, an official company letterhead requesting access must be submitted, signed by an authorized official.
  • Required information for base access includes: Visitor Name, Date and Place of Birth, Proof of Citizenship, FRCSE POC (Matthew Simon, 904-790-5143), Date/Duration of Visit, Company Telephone Number, and RFQ Number.
  • All personnel must be U.S. Citizens and provide valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license).
  • Technology/electronic devices, photography, and recording devices are prohibited.
• On-Site Requirements:
  • Participants must wear hearing and eye protection.
  • Participants must bring and wear their own safety shoes (steel toe).
• Purpose of Site Visit: To allow contractors to inspect the site where services will be performed, aiding in understanding SOW requirements.
• Questions: Questions pertaining to the facility and equipment can be submitted via email to Karen Harris (karen.m.harris36.civ@us.navy.mil) by March 19, 2026. Reference RFQ N6852026Q1006.

Attendance at this site visit is crucial for contractors to gain a detailed understanding of the work requirements and the performance site. Failure to attend or submit questions may be construed as full understanding of all requirements. Late arrivals will not be included. This document outlines all necessary steps and deadlines for participation.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the solicitation.

• Incumbency: The requirement is new, and there is no incumbent performing these services. A previous contract number is not available.
• Contract Number: The contract number will be provided upon award.

No specific impact on solicitation requirements, due dates, or submission rules was noted in the provided Q&A.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of services for the repair of the Heated Salt Bath Furnace located at the Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE) in Jacksonville, Florida. The furnace is operational, but electrode replacement is overdue, and the tank requires inspection, necessitating the pumping out of molten salts.

• Pumping out molten salts (approx. 870 degrees Fahrenheit) using provided pumps and piping.

• Replacing old electrodes and auxiliary heaters with new ones, including mounting hardware and flexible braid connections.

• Replacing all fuses in the fuse box with specified types (15 Amps, 600 VAC/150 VDC, 200 kA (AC)/20 kA (DC), Class CC, current limiting, time-delay, slow blow, cylindrical, ferrule, rejection-type, LP-CC, melamine tube, 12-second response time).

• Replacing four existing thermocouples with four new specified thermocouples (2x Type K Temperature Control, 2x Type K High Limit, 2x Type N).

• Replacing wiring from the fuse box to auxiliary heaters with specified wire (12 AWG, 65 strands, 550°C/1022°F temperature rating, 600 volts, nickel-plated copper, mica-glass composite insulation, fiberglass braid with silicone coating, UL 5400, AWM I A/B FT1).

• Performing a comprehensive tank inspection, including:

  • External visual inspection for corrosion, pitting, bulging, leaks, and coating degradation.
  • Internal inspection for cracks, corrosion, and coating deterioration.
  • Foundation and support structure inspection for settlement, cracks, erosion, and misalignment.
  • Corrosion and thickness measurement using ultrasonic thickness, magnetic particle testing, and magnetic flux leakage examination.

• Performing non-destructive testing (NDT) to American Society for Non-destructive Testing certified level II.

• Providing all non-destructive test results and necessary repairs (CDRL A001) to the Government technical point of contact.

• The Government will provide the new salts.

• The Government will dispose of the solidified salts.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (as indicated in Section B and Section L).

• Period of Performance: March 20, 2026, to July 17, 2026 (for all line items).

• Delivery Schedule: 90 Calendar Days After Contract Award.

• Offer Due Date: March 09, 2026, at 02:00 PM Local Time.

• Evaluation Factors: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Submission Instructions: Refer to Section L for detailed instructions.

• Payment Instructions: Via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• This acquisition is a set-aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance).

• Size Standard: USD 12,500,000.00.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions).

• The Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) is Matt Simon.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies data items to be delivered by the contractor. It outlines the technical reports, studies, services, and test results required under the contract.

• Data Item Number (A001): Technical Report - Study/Services
• Title: Non-Destructive Test Results
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.6.5
• Authority: DI-MISC-80508B
• Frequency: 1 Time
• Submission: To be submitted to the Government technical point of contact, Matt Simon, via electronic mail.
• Distribution Statement: C (Distribution authorized to U.S. Government agencies and their contractors).

This CDRL details a specific deliverable required from the contractor: non-destructive test results related to tank inspection. Bidders should note the specific data item, its reference within the Statement of Work (SOW), the submission method (email to a specific POC), and the distribution limitations. This information is crucial for understanding the full scope of contractual obligations and reporting requirements.