Request for Information
(i) Request for Information (RFI) (F3F3CE8190A002 Bldg 1333). All interested firms or individuals responding must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR).
(ii) CLIN (0001) Performance of visual and hydrostatic testing of foam tanks, removal/ replacement of foam bladder, including all necessary related work for a complete testing/ maintenance process in order to ensure that the AFFF fire system is reliable in case of use.

(iii) ***This requirement is currently UNFUNDED.***
The government does not presently intend to award a contract, but does want to obtain information in the event that funding is obtained. The government may or may not award a contract for some or all of the items in this request.

The purpose of this sources sought notice is to identify the availability of qualified sources. The anticipated contract type will be firm fixed price. If your company is able to provide item(s) requested and are interested in this acquisition please submit the following:

1. Point of contact, including a phone number, physical and e-mail address
2. Size status and or SBA certification program of your company.
3. Cage Code for your company.
4. An estimated cost for item(s) requested that includes FOB shipping terms, and an estimated delivery date.

***FYI...366th Contracting Office will most likely be awarding contracts up until midnight on 30 September 08, for Fiscal Year End. Please inform us if your company, or a company representative, will be available to obtain firm quotes on that day.***

(iv) FOB-Destination for delivery to: 366 CES/CECO, Mountain Home AFB, ID 83648. Responsibility and Inspection: Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the supplier is responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements and Quality Control (QC).

must be emailed to AJ Wojcicki at andrzej.wojcicki@mountainhome.af.mil, or faxed to (208) 828-2658. Quotes are required to be received no later than 10:00 A.M., 2 Sept 2008.

STATEMENT OF WORK

QYZH070034 - Repair AFFF Fire Suppression, Fac 1333

Purpose: Inspect and test aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) system within Facility 1333 in accordance with UFC 3-600-02, Table 2.9.

1. Inspect and verify that all Control Valves (unsupervised and unmonitored) function properly by operating valves through their entire travel distance and that they are returned to their proper (open) position.

2. Test the pump to ensure operability and inspect the proportioning system for proper valve alignment and system condition.

3. Inspect the foam concentrate strainers and ensure blow down valve is closed. Clean and lubricate the stem.

4. Verify operability of manual and automatic actuators.

5. Inspect piping hangers, heads for obstuciton, piping for leaks, riser condition, and nozzles for condition and location.

6. Flush balancing valve to prevent concentrate build-up on diaphragm. Inspect the water supply strainers and clean if necessary.

7. Ensure that detectors are unblocked and uncovered, panels are secured and indicator lamps functional, notification appliances are in place, manual stations in place and unobstructed, and that sprinkler spares are available and undamaged.

8. Drain AFFF from foam concentrate tank, flush foam tank. Remove foam tank bladder and perform internal inspection of tank for corrosion and cracks. Perform hydrostatic test on tank. Replace foam tank bladder with new bladder. (Tank model # CVBT1000, Serial Number 96-1330, manufactured by Chemgaurd Inc., Mansfield, TX.)
Note: This is a vertical tank and stands over 12 feet tall. Bladder replacement may require building roof removal. Contractor needs to verify whether roof removal is necessary.

9. Refill foam concentrate tank with 3% AFFF solution that meets MIL-F-0024385E(SH).

10. Conduct full AFFF flow test to ensure proper system function and AFFF solution mixing. Verify nozzle (head) coverage during the flow test. Adjust nozzle head position if coverage requirements are not met. Take test sample of discharged AFFF solution and have it tested to verify solution is not less than 3% AFFF. Refill foam concentrate tank with 3% AFFF solution to replace amount lost during test. The length of foam test critical in determining amount of foam necessary for replacement. Coordiante flow test time and duration with Fire Department (366 CES/CEF), Civil Engineering (366 CES/CECO), Environmental Engineering (366 CES/CEV), and Facility 1333 Building Manager.

11. Clean up area of hangar affected by AFFF discharge test.

12. Inspect foam concentrate strainers after flow test and clean if necessary.

13. Provide a list of all inspections, test results and corrective actions to Contracting Officer.

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