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Z -- SANDBLAST AND EPOXY COAT PIPELINE Sol. IFB F19617-96-BA009. Due 090496. Contact Edward Popielarczyk or Michael I. LaFortune, Contracting Officer, at 413/557-2134. Project YTPM 96-0032, Sandblast and Epoxy Coat Pipline. The project consists of the application of a jet fuel and additive resistant coating to the interior of an 8000 foot long pipeline. Work includes removal of jet fuel from the pipeline using a nitrogen propelled pig. Removal of waste fuel including containment, transportation and disposal in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Modifications to the pipeline as required to allow access for sandblasting and coating materials to the interior of the pipeline. Sandblasting the interior of pipeline using a nitrogen propellant to remove foreign matter and provide a surface suitable for coating adhesion. Application of the coating to the interior walls of the pipeline. Restoration of the pipeline to working condition including reconnection of pipe and replacement of corrosion preventive exterior wrap. Testing of welds by radiographic inspection techniques. Pressure testing pipeline using nitrogen gas as the pressuring agent. Bid issue on 2 August 1996. Bid opening on 4 September 1996. Performance period will be 90 calendar days. Estimated cost of construction is $250,000.00 to $500,000.00. This procurement is being solicited in accordance with the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program. Replies to this notice are requested from all business concerns. The small business size standard applicable to this construction project is a concern, including its affiliates, with average annual receipts from its preceding three years not exceeding $7.0 Million. The SIC (Standard Industrial Classification) Code for this project is 1799. When requesting the solicitation, please provide your size standard (i.e.) small, small disadvantaged or large business. Telephone requests WILL NOT be honored. Interested firms may request an IFB package by submitting a written or FAX request to the above address. The FAX number is (413)557-2017. Request must state your interest as a prime contractor, subcontractor, or supplier. Plans and specifications will be furnished each bidder with the IFB without charge and will also be available for examination at Operational Contracting Office, 100 Logistics Dr., 2nd Flr, Suite 200, Westover ARB, Chicopee, MA 01022-1531. (190)

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