What this opportunity is
The Department of the Interior is seeking to procure up to two hazardous material storage buildings for its Copper Center, Alaska facility, under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. These buildings must meet specific federal safety, environmental, and fire-protection standards, including features like a spill containment sump and a compliant locking system. Interested small businesses should note that this is a solicitation notice, indicating that they can submit bids for the project.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Hazardous Material Storage Building
Procurement Document (Revised)
Background
This procurement document outlines the requirements for the acquisition of a hazardous
material storage buildings for use at the Copper Center, Alaska facility. The building will
support compliant storage of hazardous materials and fuels.
Requirements
The Government requires up to two (2) hazardous material storage building meeting federal
safety, environmental, and fire-protection standards.
Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs)
1. CLIN 0001 – Hazardous Material Storage Buildings, A steel, double-wall hazardous
material storage enclosure meeting minimum size requirements of 8 ft 3 in height, 26 ft
width, and 8 ft depth, with spill containment sump, ventilation, and compliant locking
system.
Provide one 60” wide x 80” high double door to facilitate the unloading and loading of
hazardous material within the building. Installed with a UL Classified commercial grade
keyed lockset. The double door shall have one active leaf to serve as personnel
entrance and exit. The active leaf must be equipped with a door closer.
Provide built-in 7-inch high spill containment sump with chemical resistant coating.
Sump construction to be weather proof, noncombustible utilizing continuously welded
steel sheets for maximum spill containment protection. Mechanical fastener
penetrations cannot be used on sump wall skins. Sump capacity to be a minimum 25%
of total storage capacity of the building.
Floor planking above sump area shall be galvanized steel for maximum corrosion
resistance. Floor planking must be designed to sustain a minimum uniformly
distributed load of 250 pounds per square foot (psf). Floor planking supports must be
removable to facilitate sump cleaning in the event of a spill. Permanent or welded in
place floor supports are unacceptable.
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Building Base
Provide open channel design to allow visual inspection under building. Crane/forklift
opening to be provided for ease in off-loading and relocation.
Interior Finish
Finish on ceiling, walls, and sump floor with a two-part chemical resistant gray aliphatic
polyurethane. Able to withstand salt spray/chemical rub and durable to impact
damage.
Exterior Finish
Finish on roof, walls, and doors surfaces with a two-part chemical resistant gray
aliphatic polyurethane. UV protection. Able to withstand salt spray/chemical rub and
durable to impact damage.
Signs/Labeling
Provide one permanent all metal DOT hazard classification placard with rustproof
aluminum holder and one pressure sensitive NFPA 704 hazard rating sign on door.
Air Inlet Vents
Provide air inlet vents for natural ventilation. Natural ventilation shall provide a rate of
1cubic foot per min per square foot of floor space. Each vent to be equipped with an
exterior louver for optimum airflow and preclusion of bird and animal entry.
Electrical System
Provide a pre-wired electrical system including necessary breaker panel, relays, and
switches. All interior electrical components must be rated for class 1, division 1 or
division 2, subtle for hazardous locations. Pre-wired electrical systems to include one
exterior NEMA 3R load center with appropriate circuit breakers.
Grounding
Provide interior and exterior grounding lugs to building. Exterior optional – grounding kit
with ½” dia. X 8’ long copper plated ground rod, ½” dia. Copper alloy rod clamp, and 10’
- #6 bare copper wire. Conforms to OSHA requirements 1910.106. Building to be
grounded per local building codes.
Interior Lighting
Provide interior hazardous location ceiling mount incandescent light fixture with a 150-
watt lamp rated for Class I Groups C & D, Division I. Light to have heavy-duty glass with
seated heavy aluminum housing and equipped with protective metal guard. Light to be
activated by one exterior light switch suitable for outdoor locations. 120 volt, 1.25 amps
UL Listed.
Shall be equipped with explosion relief system: Pressure-relief mechanism compliant
with hazardous storage of class 1 fuels. Non-relieving portions of the building must be
designed to resist an internal pressure of 100 pounds per square feet (psf). A minimum
of one explosion relief panel to be located on rear wall of the building to mitigate
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structural damage. Panel to be designed to release at a maximum internal pressure of
20 pounds per square foot (psf). Total panel vent open area to be minimum of one
square foot per each 50 cubic feet of interior volume of the building. Vent opening to be
equipped with expanded metal to preclude unauthorized entry. Tethered to building to
prevent projection during explosion.
2-Hour Fire-Rated Construction: Fire-resistant construction with minimum 2-hour fire
rating.
Shall include freight delivery to Copper Center, Alaska
Statement of Work (SOW)
The contractor shall provide and deliver two hazardous material storage buildings meeting
the minimum dimensional and technical specifications contained in this document. The
contractor shall submit shop drawings and technical data for Government approval before
fabrication.
Technical Requirements
• Minimum dimensions: 8 ft 3 in height (minimum), 26 ft width (minimum), and 8 ft depth
(minimum).
• Double-wall steel construction with airspace separation.
• Integrated spill containment sump with minimum capacity of 700 gallons.
• Mechanical or natural ventilation compliant with hazardous storage codes.
• Secure personnel or equipment doors with locking mechanisms.
• Compliance with NFPA 30, OSHA standards, and EPA hazardous storage requirements.
• UL/NEC compliant electrical systems where applicable.
• Exterior finish resistant to corrosion and harsh environment exposure.
Delivery
The contractor shall deliver the completed hazardous material storage buildings to the
Copper Center, AK facility. Delivery shall occur within the negotiated timeframe. The
contractor is responsible for all transport coordination and permits.
DELIVERY ADDRESS:
WRANGELL ST ELIAS NATIONAL PARK
MILE …
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.