SOLICITATION NOTICE
30 -- GENERATORS WITH INSTALLATION FOR TUMACO NARINO, COLOMBIA
- Notice Date
- 4/9/2015
- Notice Type
- Presolicitation
- NAICS
- 335312
— Motor and Generator Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Bogota Branch (PARC Americas 410th CSB), KO Directorate of Contracting, Unit 5136 US Embassy Colombia, APO, AA 34038-0008
- ZIP Code
- 34038-0008
- Solicitation Number
- W913FT15T0020
- Response Due
- 4/9/2015
- Archive Date
- 6/8/2015
- Point of Contact
- ANA, 571-2752907
- E-Mail Address
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Bogota Branch (PARC Americas 410th CSB)
(ana.montes.co@tcsc.southcom.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- 5. SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, materials, and any other items and services necessary to provide and install power generator and garage door with electric operator. The Contractor shall be responsible for the development of a material list for COR review. The Contractor shall provide a draft list with corresponding technical information for review with his proposal. Upon approval of the material list by Government, the contractor shall provide sample materials as identified in the approved material list. The Contractor shall submit all material under this section for COR approval and ensure that materials for project shall be environmentally friendly in accordance with paragraph 1.6.18. The Contractor developed plans and works shall comply with quote mark Norma Sismo Resistente quote mark (NSR) - 2010 code, Colombian codes quote mark Norma Tecnica Colombiana quote mark (NTC) - 1500, quote mark Reglamento T cnico del Sector de Agua Potable y Saneamiento B sico quote mark (RAS)-2000, NTC 2050 and RETIE. Designs shall include the electrical design and generator shack design. The Contractor shall verify that the value of the resistance is the required value of ( less than 25 ohms) or as required by code. The Contractor shall include a Lightning Protection System Study IAW NTC 4552. ARSOUTH acceptance of the drawings does not waive the contractor's responsibility to comply with the corresponding codes and rules for the design and construction. The contractor shall submit within 10 days with after contract award, the construction and electrical designs/drawings, and diagrams based on the codes, signed and certified by a licensed structural and electrical engineers. He shall provide electric load study results. The Contractor shall also provide electrical load calculations to substantiate a capacity increase of 20 percent. Formats for the drawings shall be submitted in AutoCad 2010 and pdf. The U.S. Army South engineer will approve the design. Neither the U.S. Government's review, approval or acceptance of, nor payment for the requirement required under this contract shall be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights under this contract or of any cause of actions arising out to the performance of this contract, and the Contractor shall be and remain liable to the U.S. Government in accordance with applicable law for all damages to the U.S. Government caused by the Contractor's negligent performance under this contract. The work will be executed based on the following requirements: The contractor shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of designs, drawings, and specifications, furnished by the contractor under this contract. The contractor shall, without additional compensation, correct or revise any errors or deficiencies in its designs, drawings, and specifications to meet local and national codes and standards. Once the design is approved, any design changes will be submitted to U.S. Army South Engineer for approval. Contractor shall not proceed without prior approval of the U.S Army South Engineer. If the design changes imply cost to the government, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer. All drawings, specifications, operations and maintenance handbooks, manufacture's information, and other documents derived from the work, will belong to U.S. Army South and should be turned over as well as an original and two copies of the final construction and architectural drawings (as-builts). Format for the drawings shall be AutoCad 2010 and pdf. All designs required in this contract (new constructions and fabrication) shall be validated and approved by contractor professional license engineer and submitted to the COR for final approval. 5.2. Electrical Load Studies: The electrical load calculation for the CMSE house shall show electrical demand load in accordance with Article 220 of the 2011 National Electrical Code or equivalent Colombian Electrical Code. The load demand will helps to provide an accurate, consistent, and simplified method of determining the minimum size electrical service for the power generator. The demand loads shall take into account various probabilities of simultaneous operation of electrical appliances, equipments, computers, air conditioner units, and potential future demand of 20 percent. The recommended load studies shall include solutions that are safety/fire hazard free. 5.3. Back-up power generator: The back-up power generator system shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, NFPA 37, Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines, NFPA, National Electric Code, and NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems. Back-up power system shall consist of a diesel-engine (or a fuel sources common in the area of Tumaco) generator set with an automatic transfer switch. Generator set shall be completely enclosed in a weather resistant, corrosion resistant enclosure produced by the generator set manufacturer. The generator shall support the following loads: emergency lighting, computer, refrigeration and freezer, furnace, air conditioning, lighting - inside and outside, clean water for drinking and bathing, water pump, sump pump, kitchen appliances, cell phone chargers, Televisions, radios, washer, dryer, security system, garage door opener, fans, and other electric items. Minimum generator capacity shall be 40 KW. Voltage and frequency shall match that of the house power supply. The generator and power supply provided by the Contractor must have a factory representative and part supplies warehouse located in Colombia. The generator shall provide backup power for the entire house during emergencies only. 5.3.1 Reserve fuel tank. The generator shall contain a sub-base day tank and a reserve fuel tank. The reserve fuel tank shall be sized to store the volume of fuel required to run the generator at full load for 168 hours (seven 24-hour days). The main tank shall be above ground, single wall type with full concrete containment pad and curbing. Designer shall calculate specific equipment loads for the generator. The system shall be capable of powering the emergency lighting and power loads within 10 seconds of power failure. Automatic transfer switch shall be supplied to switch power from normal electrical distribution system and the emergency generator. Generator and service shall be sized for full load of the equipment and 20 percent spare capacity. The preferred generating voltage shall be the highest utilization voltage proposed for the facility. The set shall conform to NFPA 37 Standard for the Installation of Combustion Engines and Gas. The set shall include automatic start-and stop equipment, solid state battery charger, and tanks and radiator as required. Manual test switch shall be provided for automatic transfer switch. Automatic transfer switch shall be of double throw construction. Switch shall be equipped with by-pass isolation for maintenance purposes. The engine-generator shall be quiet operation. Engine-generator set shall be provided with a vibration-isolation system in accordance with the manufacturer's standard recommendation. Vibration isolation systems shall be designed and qualified (as an integral part of the base and mounting system) to the seismic zone specified in previous sections. Power generation package and all components shall be provided by a single manufacturer and installed complete and totally functional, with all necessary ancillary equipment. 5.3.2 The generator set shall include, at a minimum, the following components: A. Packaged diesel-engine generator set (Contractor shall ensure to search the fuel sources available in Tumaco and provide a generator that can be easily fueled). B. Generator main circuit breaker, instrumentation, controls, protection, and isolation C. Automatic transfer switch D. Factory provided corrosion resistant weather enclosure E. Starting system F. Air intake louvers, exhaust louvers, dampers, etc. G. Cooling system H. Fuel supply system with sub-base day tank I. Above ground main fuel storage tank (to sustain 24hr/7 for a week). This storage tank shall be installed in a self-contained spillage prevention pool. Pool shall be designed to contain potential leakage to the tank capacity. J. Exhaust system K. Lubrication system L. Concrete base structure for mounting the generator M. Vibration isolation N. Seismic protection O. Main fuel tank concrete base and 100% fuel containment area P. Shut-off valve with redundancy system Q. Framed Instructions R. Fire Extinguisher S. Grounding and lighting protection system for the back-up power generator, fuel tank, and generator and fuel tank shacks. 5.3.3 Tests. All systems shall be examined to determine their correct operation. Tests shall be perform when the project is finished to determine if there are possible short-circuits and grounding failures. The insulation resistance shall be the same or higher that what was demanded by NEC. The impedance to ground of the electric system shall be approved at the end of the project and it shall not exceed the value of 25 Ohms. The Contractor shall provide all necessary testing equipments and perform the tests in the presence of the COR, who shall be given at least 7 days notice. 5.3.4 Signage and Instructions. All boards shall have permanent and weather resistant signs to identify each circuit or feeder. Outlets for 220 volts shall also have signs to identify them from other outlets. The Owner shall be given two sets of equipment instructions for operation and proper maintenances. 5.3.5 Paint. All metallic conduits to be installed underground shall be painted with an asphalt base paint before being covered with concrete. All exposed conduit shall receive two coats of anticorrosive paint, as well as the supports, accessories, and register boxes. All metallic surfaces of electronic equipments that arrives painted from the manufacturer and has scratches, shall be repainted and given a finish similar to the original. 5.4 Garage door with electric operator: Contractor shall provide and install a 3-layer heavy duty construction garage door with insulation with R-value of 20 or higher. The three-layer construction shall be composite material to include a layer of 24-gauge (or better) galvanized steel-insulation-galvanized steel. Door shall be fabricated using sectional 24-gauge steel panels. Contractor shall submit catalog cut of proposed garage door with his proposal. Proposed garage door shall ensure durability, security, energy efficiency, and dent resistance. Contractor shall provide required galvanized spring with at least 12,000 life cycles, high grade safety joint to protect fingers, hands, and arms from serious injury, high grade 16-gauge steel track and roller, high grade 12-gauge safety hinge, high grade 1/8 inch lift cable with 2,000 pound lift capacity, and other required hardware. Contractor shall include a bottom weather seal in rust-proof aluminum retainer. The door opening size is approximately 6 meters by 2.2 meters. Contractor shall verify these dimensions. Garage door color shall be white without windows. Door material shall consist of hot-dipped galvanized steel with two coats of baked-on polyester paint. Contractor shall include warranty and point of contact information for this warranty. 5.4.1 Contractor shall also provide and install quiet and durable automatic electric powered garage door opener. The garage door opener can be screw drive, belt drive, or chain drive openers. Contractor shall verify if direct current (DC) power is need for the installation. Contractor shall provide a 1-1/2 horse power motor to lift the sectional garage door. Contractor shall provide three remote controls, one wall console, and one wireless keypad. Contractor shall provide and install sensors to monitor and stop the door for additional safety. A two energy efficient-bulb lighting system with motion detection shall be included. The sensor shall have infrared beam that will be activated when objects pass through the infrared beam. Once the sensor is activated, the door shall automatically stop closing, and then reverse. Contractor shall provide required door frame, rail system, hardware, and accessories for complete door installation and operation. Contractor shall provide an independent circuit breaker for the garage door power motor. Contractor shall provide required electrical wiring, chase, conduits, and fittings for required electrical connections to power the electrical power generator. Contractor shall include warranty and point of contact information for this warranty. 5.5 Training: Training for operation and maintenance of the back-up generator and reserve fuel tank shall be provided to Colombian designated operators. This training shall include hand-on session and handout materials with emergency point of contact information (i.e. Name, phone, email, and address). Contractor will provide a detailed training agenda to the PE. Training packet shall include basic operations on assigned operators; checks before, during, and after operations; and immediate action in the event of a malfunction and conduct pre-set operations. 5.6 Generator and fuel tank shacks: Contractor shall construct generator and reserve fuel tank shacks to provide protection against the salty environment and other weather elements. Contractor shall design a concrete slab, walls, roof, and containment pool. Approximately dimensions for the generator shack are 3 m x 3.5 m x 3 m. Approximately dimensions for the reserve fuel tank shack are 3 m x 3.5 m x 3 m. 5.6.1. Foundation: The Contractor shall design the foundation for the back-up generator and reserve fuel tank considering actual site conditions. The contractor shall clear, fill, and compact selected fill material to provide adequate site for construction. 5.6.2 Cement: The Contractor shall ensure that the cement used in the cement mixtures shall be Type 1 Portland cement (normal) and meet all ASTM C150/C150M-09. If the project site has high sulfate content, Type V Portland cement shall be used. The Contractor shall provide additive specifications where required, before cement work is initiated. If maritime conditions are present, contractor shall use the cement type for such conditions. 5.6.3 Concrete: The Contractor shall ensure that all recommendations of the ACI Committee Report 301M-99 (Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings) or equivalent Colombian specification (NSR-10) shall be followed. All other concrete operations shall follow the Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete ACI 318M-08. All the standards of the ASTM are mandatory. The specified compression resistance shall be measured at the rupture in cylinders measuring 15cm x 30 cm (6 in x 12 in), after 28 days, according to the ASTM C39/C39M-10 standards. The concrete shall have an overlap no greater than three (3) inches. Concrete used for the foundation formworks, columns, pedestals, retaining walls, joints tied to the foundation, load and tie joints and remaining structural elements, shall have a compression resistance of 210 Kg/cm2 (3000 lb/in2). The resistance to fluid concrete for filling the reinforced masonry blocks shall guarantee a minimum resistance of 140 Kg/cm2 (2000 lb/in2). 5.6.4 Aggregates: The aggregates used in the concrete mixture shall be classified according to size and stored orderly to avoid being mixed, dirtied, or mixed with foreign matter. They shall meet all the specifications of ASTM class C-33-67 for concrete aggregates. Sand shall be free of all vegetable, mica, slime, organic matter, etc. It shall contain deleterious substance in excess of the following percentages: Clay clods - 1%, Pit Coal and Lignite - 1%, Material passing #200 Screen - 3%. The sand quality and granulometry shall be such that it meets the requirements of the corresponding specifications and allows for thick concrete without excess cement, as well as the required resistance. The size of the crushed stone shall not be larger than 1/5 than the greatest separation from the sides of the formwork; 1/3 of the slab, or of the free space between individual rebar or rebar ties, except when the contrary is indicated. It shall meet the ASTM C-33 standards and its maximum dimension shall be according to Section 33 of the ACI 318 - 83 Regulation. 5.6.5 Reinforced Steel: The reinforcing steel shall meet the ASTM-A-615 specifications. Contractor shall provide deformed mild steel rebar. Deformed refers to patterns rolled onto the rebar to help the concrete get a grip on the bar. All steel shall be new billet steel conforming to ASTM A615 Grade 60. Rebar grade shall be 60 (420 for metric). Minimum yield strength shall be 420 MPa (60,900 psi). All dirt and non-adhered oxidation in an advanced state shall be cleaned from reinforced steel. The rebar shall be bent cold, adjusting them according to the project plans and specifications, with no mistakes greater than one centimeter. 5.6.6 Roof: Contractor shall provide treated-structural wooden structure with galvanized steel connectors. Contractor shall provide clay tiles for the roof panels. The roof system shall be designed considering Tumaco wind and seismic conditions. 5.6.7 Masonry Unit Blocks: Concrete Blocks shall be the same size, and color with uniform texture. The block compression resistance shall be fm= 95 Kg/cm2 (1,350 ksi). The block shall be totally cured before leaving the plant and during their transportation; precautions shall be taken to avoid flaking and cracks. Contractor shall provide concrete block accordingly with ASTM standard specification C90 and UBC standard specification 24-1. The specification covers hollow concrete masonry units (CMU) made from Portland cement, water, and aggregates. The CMUs shall be suitable for load bearing applications. CMUs shall be made from lightweight aggregates and non-moisture controlled. Cementations materials and aggregates used for the manufacturing of the CMUs shall conform to ASTM C150, ASTM C33, and ASTM C331. The average CMU compressive strength for three units shall be 13.1 MPa (1,900 psi) and individual unit shall be 11.7 MPa (1,700 psi). CMU grade shall be ASTM grade quote mark N, quote mark Type 2 with core area equal to 40% to 50% of gross area. Six sacks per cubic yard concrete mix and 18 to 23 Kg (40 to 50 lb) weight per block. These specs apply to CMU 2-core and bond beam ( quote mark U quote mark ) block styles. Contractor shall cut 2-hole block if U-block are not readily available. A sample of a cut block shall be provided for approval. All units shall be sound and free of cracks or other defects. Minor cracks incidental to the usual method of manufacture or minor chipping resulting from customary method of handling in shipment and delivery are not grounds for rejections. Five percent of a shipment containing chips not larger than 25.4 mm (1 in) in any dimension, or cracks not wider than 0.5 mm (0.02 in) and not longer than 25% of the nominal height of the unit is permitted. 5.6.8 Illumination: Contractor shall provide illumination inside the generator and fuel shacks. Contractor shall use energy efficient light bulbs. 5.6.9 Containment pool: Contractor shall install reserve tank in a containment pool to collect potential leakage. The pool shall be constructed with leakage proof walls and floor. It shall also include required valves and collector fittings. Contractor shall provide alert system to announce leakage. The alert system shall be both visual and sound alerts. 5.7 Underground utilities: The work shall include but not limited to leveling of existing site, trench cut, selected material for filling, compaction, and surface restoration. The Contractor shall verify all dimensions and existing conditions prior to actual construction and notify the Contracting Officer (KO). All work shall be in accordance with manufacturer recommendations for the products to be used, and done by certified personnel. The complete system shall meet American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) ASTM 7-05 and NEC article 690. The Contractor shall excavate trenches to install underground electrical cables for the back-up generator. Contractor shall provide a complete infrastructure to include, but not be limited to, connection to existing electrical grid, grounding, and any other accessory for a complete installation. Contractor shall excavate a 300 millimeter (mm) wide trench. The minimum depth of the trench shall be 762 mm (or as code dictates). A 152 mm layer of sand shall be placed in the bottom of the trench. Contractor shall then install a 51 mm long bell PVC schedule 40 conduit. The conduit shall be Underwriter Laboratory (UL) rated or Colombian Equivalent Underwriters Laboratory and it shall be labeled in the conduit. Contractor shall provide a conduit run for the electrical wires. Contractor shall then cover the conduits with the excavated materials (or as requested by code). Material shall be placed and compacted according to UFC and NEC electrical codes. An underground detection sign fabric shall be also installed according to code. Contractor shall provide and install inspection boxes as required by code. The inspection boxes shall be pre-fabricated boxes or masonry boxes constructed at the site approved for such purpose. Boxes shall have a cover lid with locking mechanism to avoid vandalism or tampering. Contractor shall provide with inspection boxes all connection accessories. Contractor shall provide submittals for inspection boxes, conduits, wires, detection sign fabric, and design 30 days after contract is awarded. 5.8. Technical Exhibit: Technical Exhibit 1 includes the deliverables schedule for this contract. 5.9. Final Report: The contractor shall submit final report, 2 Digital in English and 1 Digital in Spanish to include all maintenance manuals for all equipment installed, as-built drawings, bi-weekly reports, invoices, final construction schedule, and all other documentation required to turn over the construction project to COR for approval. Final payment will be withheld until final report is received and approved. IT IS CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY THE APPROXIMATED QUANTITIES IN THIS SOW. 5.10. Final clean up: The Contractor shall do a final cleaning to include all debris and garbage, excavation materials, debris from the construction, as well as the garbage created by the containers for the materials, such as boxes and bags shall be removed.
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