What this opportunity is
The Department of Homeland Security is soliciting proposals for the replacement of two potable water gate valves at the Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater in Florida. This opportunity is set aside for total small businesses under NAICS code 238220, which covers plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors. Interested firms should note that this is a combined synopsis/solicitation, indicating they should track the notice closely for updates rather than submit a bid immediately. Familiarity with the site and coordination with Coast Guard personnel will be essential for successful proposal submission and execution.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
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Scope of Work
For
USCG Air Station Clearwater
31554246 - Replace Rotary Wing Hanger Potable Water
Gate Valves
Air Station Clearwater
15100 Rescue Way
Clearwater, FL 33762
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
General:
The United States Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater is seeking proposals from qualified
individuals or firms to replace two (2) potable water gate valves. Prior to submitting a quote, it
is mandatory to examine the scope of work and it’s highly recommended to visit the facility to
take field measurements, evaluations, etc. and become familiar with existing conditions under
which the work will be performed. After the award of contract, a pre-conference will be held
prior to starting the work at Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater.
Location:
U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater
15100 Rescue Way
Clearwater, Florida 33762
1. Continuity of Facilities Operation:
Schedule work to minimize interference with the facility operations and during the normal
operating hours of 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday thru Friday, excluding federal holidays. Work
may be conducted during other hours if approved in advance by coordinating with the facility
Point of Contacts (POC) listed below.
2. Notification of Start and Completion of Work:
The Contractor shall provide a simple and general schedule of work. For example, “Begin work
at ____ on _______. Work is expected to last __ days and be complete on _______.”
3. Coast Guard Points of Contact:
The Contractor shall coordinate with the following personnel to arrange access the facility.
POC’s are listed in order of preference.
Name Email / notes Phone Number
CWO Joe Calderon Jose.A.Calderon@uscg.mil 727-423-7586 (cell phone)
MKC Mike Hemmingway Jonathan.M.Hemmingway@uscg.mil 727-535-1437 x1573
Engineer of the Watch Duty watch-stander (24/7 available) 727-423-2130 (cell phone)
4. Recycling and Disposal of Refuse:
Minor refuse and waste materials resulting from operations may be disposed of in Air Station
Clearwater dumpsters. All disposals shall be done in accordance with federal, state, and local
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laws and regulations. No Hazardous Waste or bulk waste may be disposed of in Air Station
Clearwater dumpsters.
5. Safety:
During the execution of this contract, the Contractor shall conform to the rules and regulations as
set forth by OSHA State and Federal regulations. Immediate notification to the Contracting
Officer’s Representative of lost time due to accidents is required. Provide two copies of
workman’s compensation accident reports by noon of the day following the accident. The Coast
Guard reserves the right to bar any workers or supervisors from the premises should they be
documented as violating set safety standards and regulations.
6. Inspection:
The Contracting Officer’s Representative has the right to reject defective workmanship or
materials or work not performed as per the contract specifications.
7. Operations and Storage:
The Coast Guard has no responsibility for receipt, storage, or protection of contractor’s
materials. The Coast Guard will not accept shipments, and no materials may be stored on site by
the contractor. The contractor is responsible for the protection of existing structures, utilities and
vegetation. Any damage shall be repaired at the contractor’s expense.
8. Utilities:
Contractor is authorized to use Air Station Clearwater power and water while conducting the
work efforts outlined in this document. Any other use of power is not authorized. The unit POC’s
listed above will designate available utility connection points if necessary.
9. General Regulations while onboard Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater:
1. Daily colors and the raising/lowering of the American flag will take place every morning
at 0800 and every evening at sunset. All personnel on Base will face the main flagpole &
maintain silence and all vehicles & equipment will halt during these brief events.
2. Contractors are welcome to eat breakfast & lunch on Base in the base galley at published
meal rates. Breakfast is served from 0600-0730 daily & lunch will be served from 1100-
1230 daily in the galley. All personnel desiring meal service shall be in clean, non-soiled
clothing. The Coast guard reserves the right to refuse service to anyone it deems dirty.
3. Contractors are welcome to utilize the Base’s Exchange store; however, contracted
personnel are prohibited from purchasing any uniform, alcohol or tobacco products in it.
4. Traffic Regulations:
a. 10 mph speed limit
b. No use of cell phones is permitted while driving vehicles or operating heavy
machinery.
c. All personnel shall obey all marked traffic signals including stop signs &
stoplights.
5. Notice shall be given to the Coast Guard’s representative 1 week in advance of any
planned outages, including any pool closure and expected duration.
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6. Contractors are welcome to utilize the restrooms in the area they are currently working in
providing they are clean and do not track mud, dirt or any other debris into the
restrooms.
7. No personnel other than the Contracting Officer have the authority to alter the terms of
any contract or to issue any change orders. Accordingly, the contractor shall not
complete any work that would incur additional costs to the government without written
approval from the Contracting Officer.
10. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. The contractor shall provide a consolidated list of all contractor personnel who will be
working on Air Station Clearwater Facilities at least 1 week prior to work. This is for
routine/ standard background checks of all personnel entering the base. Information
required are: full name, date of birth, and last 4 digits only of Social Security Number.
2. Only American citizens and permanent resident aliens are allowed onboard Air Station
Clearwater Facilities. Absolutely no foreign nationals are permitted on the premises.
Appropriate identification shall be provided at the front gate to at…
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