Rock Island Arsenal, ATTN: SIORI-CT, ROCK ISLAND, IL 61299-5000

Z -- ASBESTOS REMOVAL, INDEFINITE QUANTITY SOL DAAA08-96-B-0554 DUE 111296 POC Purchasing Agent Mr. Gregory Moore (309) 782-8560 (Site Code DAAA08) PR: 28-96. Location: Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL 61299-5000. The work to be performed includes combinations of the following: Remove asbestos building and tunnel pipe insulation, asbestos laden pipe intact, asbestos ceiling paper, asbestos bearing board (e.g.: transite), asbestos cooling tower fill, asbestos floor tile and bonding agent, asbestos contaminated carpet, asbestos electrical fireproofing, and asbestos insulation from ductwork and pressure vessels. Install new pipe insulation. Provide asbestos airborne sampling program as per OSHA 29 CFR 1926.58 and requirements established by the U.S. Department of Army Office of the Surgeon General. Capping Pipes: The method used to cap pipes shall conform to industry standard practices for the type of utility (i.e.: cold water, hot water, steam, or condensate piping) being serviced. Work to be completed by a plumber/pipefitter having 4 years field experience or having completed a 4 or 5 year apprentice program. Provide routine air sampling. These are samples that will not be taken as part of an abatement process but instead to establish a background reading of an area of the government's choosing. Provide asbestos bulk sample testing. The work will be organized as batch jobs initiated by delivery order. The line items for use with this contract can be found in Section 00010 of this solicitation. The anticipated average delivery order size will be between $1,500 and $10,000; however, this does not preclude the possibility of larger delivery orders. The delivery orders will be issued as required by the Government. The general outline of the principal features does not in any way limit the responsiblities of the contractor to perform the work under this contract. Presolicitation Notices will be issued approximately 26 Sep 96 and are due back 12 days after issue. Estimated Magnitude: $500,000.00 - $1,000,000.00. Type of KT: Firm Fixed Price. Performance Period is one year from date of award with one year option. Approximate issue date is 10 OCT 96 with opening date 30 days from issue. Firms interested in receiving solicitation package should call (309) 782-3041. All responsible sources may submit a bid which shall be considered by the agency. The proposed contract listed here is unrestricted. Home Page Access: http://www.RIA.ARMY.MIL/(0274)

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