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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF MAY 01, 2009 FBO #2713
SOLICITATION NOTICE

61 -- DIESEL ENGINE GENERATOR SET

Notice Date

4/29/2009
 

Notice Type

Presolicitation
 

Contracting Office

BUREAU OF RECLAMATION SNAKE RIVER AREA OFFICE 230 COLLINS RD BOISE ID 83702
 

ZIP Code

83702
 

Solicitation Number

09SQ110050
 

Response Due

5/13/2009
 

Archive Date

4/29/2010
 

Point of Contact

Marie day Purchasing Agent 2083832228 mday@pn.usbr.gov;<br />
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Total Small Business
 

Description

The Bureau of Reclamation Black Canyon Dam has a small business set aside requirement for a DIESEL ENGINE-GENERATOR SET. More detailed specifications for this requirement are available under Request for Quotation 09SQ110050 to be issued 4/29/2009. Estimated time line is as follows: Solicitation issued via FedBizOps: 4/29/2009.Responses due: Close of Business 5/13Award by: 5/15 Set Aside: Total Small Business Classification Code: 61 -- Electric wire & power & distribution equipment NAICS Code: 221 -- Utilities/221119 -- Other Electric Power Generation Ship to Black Canyon Dam by 7/31/2009 Completed responses due COB 4:30 pm local time 05/13/2009. Vendors must be registered in CCR to be eligible for award of contract. Responses must included completed clause 52.212-03 or ORCA registration confirmation, plus all submittals as requested in the Specifications Item E. TECHNICAL CONTACT - Bruce McCarthy - 208-365-2600 EX 15 E-MAIL bmccarthy@pn.usbr.gov. Administrative contact Marie Day - mday@pn.usbr.gov. BLACK CANYON EMERGENCY DIESEL GENERATOR Set Aside: Total Small Business Classification Code: 61 -- Electric wire & power & distribution equipment NAICS Code: 221 -- Utilities/221119 -- Other Electric Power Generation 1 DIESEL ENGINE-GENERATOR SET A. General. The Contractor shall furnish, a factory tested diesel engine generator set and automatic transfer switch complete in accordance with these specifications. The set shall be built and assembled by manufacturers regularly and normally engaged in the production of such equipment. The diesel engine-generator set shall be delivered to Black Canyon Dam, 3999 E. Black Canyon Hwy, Emmett, ID 83617. A prior notice of delivery of at least 24 hours is required. The delivery of the equipment shall be made during the office's normal working hours; 0900 - 1600 and Monday - Thursday. B.Grounding lugs shall be furnished on the engine-generator set. C.Shop cleaning and painting of contractor furnished equipment: (1).After the equipment has been fabricated, surfaces shall be prepared and cleaned and protective paint applied as hereinafter specified. Painted surfaces shall be protected from abrasion or other damage at all times. Surfaces not to be painted shall be protected by appropriate masking during the cleaning and painting of the adjacent metal work. The exterior of the power circuit breaker shall be the manufacturer=s standard surface preparation and shop-applied permanent paint system. Which meet the requirements of this specification. (2).Materials for the paint system shall be the manufacturer=s standard materials. (3).The manufacturer=s standard paint system meet the following requirements: (a).Paint shall bond permanently and tightly to the metal surfaces. (b).Paint system shall consist of two or more coats that will produce a dry-film thickness of not less than 2 mils. (c).Paint system shall provide a minimum of 2-year, corrosion-free protection without significant coating defects while stored in outdoor atmospheric conditions. (d).Color of the finish coats of paint shall be the manufacturer=s standard. One quart can of each color of matching enamel shall be furnished and shipped with the equipment for touch up of damaged areas of the finish after the equipment is installed. D.The cost of painting all equipment furnished under this solicitation and the cost of the touch up paint for all equipment furnished under this solicitation, will be included in the cost for the applicable items of equipment bid in this solicitation. E.Submittals. - The following shall be submitted for the diesel engine-generator set: (1) Approval drawings and data. - (a) Commercial products data for the equipment specified in subparagraphs F. through J., inclusive. (b) Engine tabulation data sheet showing the name of manufacturer, type and model number, number of cylinders, type of cooling system, maximum horsepower at rated speed of generator (from engine manufacturer's stripped engine curve), and frequency regulation (hertz maximum). (c) Generator tabulation data sheet showing the name of manufacturer, type and model number, kilovolt-ampere at rated speed and voltage at 0.8 power factor, and percent voltage regulation (no load to full load). (d) Schematic and wiring diagrams for the equipment specified in subparagraphs f through j, inclusive. If the schematic and wiring diagrams are available as a CAD file, compatible with AUTOCAD, the drawings shall also be submitted in that format. (2) Final drawings and data. - (a) Service manuals. - Three sets of service manuals shall be provided. (b) Photographs. - One side view and one end view of the engine-generator set. The end view shall show the control panel layout. (c) Test reports. - The test reports shall be in accordance with the requirements of subparagraph K. (3)Warranty. - The warranty provisions for the equipment supplied under this contract. F. Engine generator set. The engine generator set shall be an outdoor unit. All components comprising the engine-generator unit shall be capable of full feature operation in ambient temperatures ranging from -30 EF to 110 EF. The engine-generator set shall come complete with engine, cooling system, weather enclosure, starting system, control equipment, vibration isolators, generator, and exhaust system components all other accessories required to make a complete unit. The engine-generator set shall be mounted to a common base of sufficiently rigid steel to maintain alignment during operation, shipping, and lifting. The mounting arrangement and weather enclosure shall allow convenient access to the oil drain and all other critical maintenance areas. The engine-generator set shall have the following nominal ratings and features as listed in table 1. (1) Engine. The diesel engine shall have the following features: (a) Operates on No. 2 D grade (minimum cetane No. 40), or a blend of No. 1-D grade and No. 2-D grade diesel fuel. (b) A minimum of four cylinders, capable of operating the generator at the full-rated load, without using more than 90 percent of the maximum engine horsepower. (c) A battery-operated starting system with a positive solenoid starting motor. (d) A electronic type of governor, which maintains an output frequency within 1.0 hertz of the rated synchronous speed for all load ratings from no load to (and including) full-rated load. (e) An automatic, forced feed type of lubrication system, replaceable oil filter, and replaceable dry-element air filter. (f) An oil-pressure gauge mounted on the control panel and a low oil-level gauge (control panel mounted) or dipstick. (2) Cooling system. - The cooling system shall be a closed recovery, liquid coolant system, with a unit-mounted radiator, belt-driven fan, thermostatic temperature control, and circulating pump (engine-mounted). The cooling system shall maintain a steady-state engine temperature at the full-rated load of generator output, without effecting a temperature fault alarm or engine shutdown. The radiator fan shall be covered with a shrouded safety guard and screen which are removable for maintenance. The radiator shall be mounted with vibration isolators capable of supporting the entire weight of the radiator and isolating the radiator from severe engine vibrations. The cooling system shall be equipped with heavy duty supply and return lines between the radiator and the circulating pump on the engine. The coolant lines shall be of a size and type as recommended by the manufacturer of the engine-generator set. A drain valve shall be installed at the lowest point in the cooling system for cleaning and flushing. (3) Generator. The generator shall have the following features: (a) Windings and insulation rated for continuous operation at the full-rated output of the generator without exceeding the rated temperature rise as defined by NEMA standard MG1 22.40 above an ambient temperature of 40 EC. The winding insulation shall be class B, F, or H, as defined by NEMA standard MG1 1.65. (b) A generator, exciter, and voltage regulator designed to match the torque-curve of the diesel engine. The exciter and voltage regulator shall permit the diesel engine to use a minimum of 80 percent of its maximum available torque at engine speed between 50 percent and rated speed. (c) A brushless excitation system that is directly connected with the generator rotor and stator and uses heavy-duty silicone diodes connected to the rotor shaft. (d) A regulation system which responds to immediate load drops by adjusting the frequency and voltage to maximize motor starting capability. (e) Frequency regulation. - Random frequency variation shall not exceed plus or minus 0.25 percent of its mean value for constant loads from no load to full-rated load. (f) Voltage protection and regulation. - Upon application of 100 percent of the nameplate kW rating in one step, less applicable derating factors for site conditions, the resulting transient voltage dip shall not exceed 30-percent of the rated voltage and the voltage recovery time shall not exceed 5 seconds. Random voltage regulation shall not exceed plus or minus 1 percent of its mean value for constant loads from no load to full load. The voltage regulatorshall provide: under frequency and overvoltage protection, and 3 phase voltage sensing. (g) Overvoltage protection shall be provided by a manual reset type circuit breaker or similar device which immediately deenergizes the exciter field (brings the exciter output to zero), and effects an engine shutdown and fault alarm. (4) Batteries and battery charger shall have the following features: (a). One 12-volt batteries and a set of cables shall be furnished and installed for the engine-generator set. (b). The battery shall provide a 12-volt output and be mounted on a mounting rack attached as an integral part of the engine-generator set. The battery shall be connected to the engine's electrical system with cables of the engine manufacturer's recommended size and type. (c). The battery shall be the lead-acid type, rated for 12 volts, with an ampere-hour rating capable of sustaining a cranking service of at least four 10-second cranking periods with 10 second intervals between cranks when cranking at a temperature of 15EF. (d). The battery shall be capable of charging to 90 percent of full capacity within 24 hours and shall have a minimum expected life of 6 years on float charge. (e). The battery charger shall provide float and equalize charge, each independently adjustable. Output of the charger shall be rated 12 volts, with a minimum output current of at least 6 amperes and tapering to 0 ampere. The battery charging unit shall operate from the normal service power of 120 volts, single phase, 60 hertz. The input and output circuits of the battery charger shall be protected with a circuit breaker (or fuses). The unit shall be enclosed in an area of the weather enclosure that is equivalent to a NEMA enclosure. The charger shall have a direct current voltmeter and ammeter, both providing an accuracy within 2 percent of full scale. (f). The charger shall have two alarm contacts. One of the contacts shall be for battery undervoltage and the other contact shall be for battery overvoltage. The contacts shall be wired to terminal blocks within the engine-generator control panel. (5) Exhaust system. The system shall have the following features: (a) A flexible exhaust connector, condensation trap, and drain valve all installed in line before the muffler. The flexible exhaust connector shall be a spiral or a bellows type. (b) A critical muffler. The weight of the muffler shall not be supported by the engine. (c) Exhaust piping installed with sweeping long-radius elbows and with supports on vertical and horizontal runs as recommended by the manufacturer of the exhaust components. (d) Metal guard and insulation for shielding for the exhaust pipe and muffler to protect personnel from injury. (6)Vibration isolators. - Vibration isolators shall be provided for installed between equipment and foundation. Spring mounts or steel encased rubber in shear isolation mounts are acceptable. (7) Weather Enclosure. - Weatherproof Enclosure shall be provided around the engine-generator equipment. The enclosure shall have the following features: (a) Manufactured from a minimum of 14 gauge material. (b) Bolted to the steel base with barrier between the engine generator base and bottom of the enclosure to prevent rodents from entering the enclosure. (c) Painted with manufactures standard color and in accordance with paragraph C. (d) Have fixed louvers for intake and exhaust air. (e) Removable side panels and hinged metering panel door with key locks that utilize the same key. Four keys shall be provided. (f) The enclosure shall not exceed 96 inches long, by 48 inches wide, by ______ inches high including day tank. G. Auxiliary engine-generator equipment. - Auxiliary engine-generator equipment shall consist of engine-generator controls, circuit breaker for protection of the generator, and automatic transfer switch. All control circuity for external circuits shall be terminated on input/output terminal blocks. All power circuits using 10 AWG or less for external circuity shall be terminated on input/output blocks. (1) Engine-generator control panel. - Engine-generator controls except for metering shall use solid-state circuitry and shall be mounted on the engine-generator set with vibrational dampers to protect the controls from damage. A minimum of the following instruments shall be visible and adjustable from the face of the control panel: (a) Selector switch and pushbuttons. - A three-position selector switch, labeled MANUAL-OFF-AUTOMATIC, and START-STOP pushbuttons shall operate as follows: (aa) MANUAL. - Shall provide manual start-up or shutdown of the engine-generator in response to START-STOP pushbuttons. (bb) OFF. - Shall prevent manual or automatic operation of the engine-generator set and thereby provide a lockout safety for the periodic maintenance and resetting of the engine-generator. The Contractor shall provide the selector switch with a lock system suitable for use of a padlock in the OFF position. cc) AUTOMATIC. - Shall be capable of starting and operating the engine-generator in response to a single-pole (2-wire) external dry contact, start switch rated 24 volts, 10 amps, DC, from the automatic transfer switch. (b) Voltage adjustment. A voltage rheostat to fine-tune the line-to-line (or leg-to-leg) voltage output from the generator within 3 percent of the rated output voltage, including gauge reading. (c) Meters and indicators. - A battery charge-rate voltmeter or ammeter; running time meter (hour meter) to log actual hours of engine operation; oil- pressure gauge; oil-temperature gauge; frequency meter; engine coolant temperature gauge; dual range AC voltmeter and AC ammeter; voltmeter/ammeter phase selector switch with an off position; fuel-level indication meter; and a fault reset switch. (d) Illuminated annunciation lamps. - Individual annunciation lamps shall indicate the following conditions: engine-generator running, overcrank shutdown, overspeed shutdown, prewarning for high-coolant temperature, high coolant temperature shutdown, prewarning for low oil pressure, low oil-pressure shutdown, load transferred to standby power source, selector switch not in automatic mode, and high and low battery voltage. (2) Alarm contacts. - Individual alarm contacts (rated to interrupt 0.25 ampere, resistive at 125 volts direct current) shall be provided to close under the following conditions: (a) Engine-generator running. (b) Engine-generator shutdown. (c) Engine-generator overcrank shutdown. (d) Engine-generator overspeed shutdown. (e)Engine-generator prewarning for high-coolant temperature. (f)Engine-generator high-coolant temperature shutdown. (g)Engine-generator prewarning for low oil pressure. (h) Engine-generator low oil pressure shutdown. (I)Transfer switch transferred to the standby power source. (j)Engine-generator selector switch not in automatic mode. (k) High battery voltage. (l) Low battery voltage. All alarm contacts shall be wired to terminal blocks (with the terminals capable of using No. 10 AWG) in the engine-generator control panel via conduit from the respective devices. (3) Cranking controls. - Cranking controls shall operate in response to manual and automatic starting of the engine-generator set. The cranking controls shall contain the following features: (a) Cranking limiter. - To prevent simultaneous engine cranking and engine operation. (b) Oil-pressure bypass switch. - To bypass the engine oil pressure protective switch for the duration of the cranking interval to permit engine-generator startup. (c) Cranking cycler. - To provide a minimum of four repeated cycles of engine cranking. Each cycle shall provide individually adjustable ON and OFF cranking. The cycle shall be factory preset to provide four cranking cycles with a 10-second ON period and a 10-second OFF period. (4) Exercising control. - Shall require manual initiation and shall operate in conjunction with the automatic transfer switch. The exercising control shall operate in conjunction with the automatic mode of engine-generator control. The exercising control shall permit immediate assumption of a standby load at any point in the exercising cycle without effecting a fault condition. (5) Shutdown (fault) controls. - To provide the shutdown of the engine-generator system upon recognition of one or more of the following conditions: high engine-coolant temperature, low-coolant level, low oil-pressure, overspeed, or failure to start after the stipulated number of cranking attempts. These controls shall be located within the engine-generator control panel. (6) Output contacts. Two additional dry signal output contacts shall be provided to be normally open when the engine-generator stops operation, and to close and remain closed throughout the duration of operation. The contacts shall have the same rating as the alarm contacts. (7) Circuit breaker. A thermal-magnetic circuit breaker shall be provided for the output circuit protection of the engine-generator. The circuit breaker shall be rated as specified in table 1. - The circuit breaker shall be a thermal-magnetic type with a molded case and shall provide automatic trip and manual reset. The breaker shall be easily accessible. (8) Automatic transfer switch. - The Contractor shall furnish an automatic transfer switch that meets the following specifications. The transfer switch shall be rated as specified in table 1. The transfer switch shall be fully automatic so that when any one or all phases of the normal service power fails, the engine-generator set shall be started. When the generator has attained rated voltage and frequency, the load shall be automatically transferred to the generator source. Upon restoration of normal power, load shall be automatically transferred to the normal source. An automatic sycnhroniser is not required. The normal service power will be supplied from the dam station service. Operating current for actuation of the switch shall be obtained from the source to which the load is to be transferred. The transfer switch shall be contained in a NEMA type 1 enclosure. The transfer switch shall have the minimum following features: (a) Mechanical interlocks shall be provided to allow lock out of the device for maintenance activities. (b) A start time delay adjustable of up to at least 5 seconds shall be provided to prevent startup due to momentary power outages or voltage dips. (c) A transfer time delay adjustable up to 120 seconds shall be provided to allow the engine-generator set to stabilize prior to transfer. (d) A minimum run time delay adjustable up to 30 minutes shall be provided to allow the engine-generator set to run loaded for a minimum amount of time and prevent stopping the engine after running a short period of time. This control may be located either in the transfer switch or within the engine-generator control panel, at the option of the Contractor.
 

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Place of Performance

Address: BUREAU OF RECLAMATIONBLACK CANYON DAM3999 E. BLACK CANYON HIGHWAYEMMETT, ID 83617<br />

Zip Code: 837024520<br />
 

Record

SN01804626-W 20090501/090429221605-4b9bec3dbd4b530fb0938cf6cb819698 (fbodaily.com)
 

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