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Z -- MINOR TANK REPAIRS & TRANSFER PIPING FOR HAPPY VALLEY TANKS 126 & 127 SOL N62470-97-B-5224 DUE 070897 POC Overseas Operator and ask for U.S. Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Ext. 4162/4814, or direct dial 011-53-99-4162/4814 or FAX to 011-53-99-4896 and ask for Mrs. Kay Kemp or Mrs. Jeanette Sweeting The work includes minor repairs for two 17,000 barrel bulk fuel storage tanks, Tank 126 (MOGAS) and Tank 127 (DFM, presently empty). These repairs include but are not limited to welding small patch plates, puddle welds, and repair of defective welds. Provide a MOGAS fuel transfer system to enable fuel to be moved between Tanks 126 and 127. The system includes a pump, piping, valves, fittings and other piping appurtenances for the fuel transfer system. Provide a concrete pipe trench, pump pit, and appurtenances for the fuel transfer system. Provide electrical service and controls for the fuel transfer pump. During execution of this contract, fuel will be transferred from Tank 126 to Tank 127 by others. Tank 126 will be cleaned and inspected by others to identify specific work. Close coordination between contractors is essential for the successful completion of this work. Tentative issue date of solicitation is 19 May 1997. Bid opening date of 08 July 1997 is approximate. The estimated cost range for this project is between $100,000.00 and $500,000.00. SIC Code is 1799. The related small business standard is $7,000,000.00. Period of performance is 285 calendar days. The resulting contract will be a firm fixed price contract. This procurement solicitation will be issued as full and open competition (unrestricted). This is not set aside for small business concerns. Therefore, replies are requested from all business concerns. Written requests may be submitted to the above address or by FAX to (011) 5399-4896. TELEPHONE REQUESTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. A limited number of solicitation packages will be available and issued on a first come, first serve basis. A CHARGE WILL BE MADE FOR EACH SET OF SPECIFICATION AND PLANS. THE COST IS $25.00 FOR EACH SET. THIS PRICE INCLUDES FIRST CLASS PRIORITY MAIL POSTAGE. THESE SETS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE UPON RECEIPT OF A WRITTEN REQUEST AND A NON-REFUNDABLE CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO U.S. TREASURY. SETS WILL NOT BE FORWARDED UNTIL RECEIPT OF CHECK OR MONEY ORDER. Your request should include street address and nine digit zip code. Requesters are advised that due to our remote geographical location and aircraft availability, first class U.S. Mail can take 14 days both to and from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Federal Express is available at bidder's expense. However, bidders are advised to allow six (6) days for delivery. Bidders who desire Federal Express of solicitation packages should include a statement as such in their request, as well as their Federal Express account number. There is a $10.00 freight charge to use Federal Express, payable to the airline being utilized. This information will be provided to the bidder at time of request. (0093)

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