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J -- CLEANING AND REPAIR OF AIR HANDLING SYSTEMS, SAN PEDRO PROCESSING CENTER SOL ACL-9-B-0011 DUE 010699 POC John Wolfslau, Contracting Officer, 949-360-3180 WEB: INS, Administrative Center Laguna, http://www.usdoj.gov.ins. E-MAIL: INS Office of Contracts and Procurement, addwest@Pacbell.net. The Contractor is to provide all materials, labor, equipment, transportation, and supervision to clean four (4) rooftop air handler systems and one (1)above ceiling system supplying the four levels of the INS facility. The project consists of of the cleaning of all interior surfaces by brushing and vacuuming the surfaces using a HEPA (High Efficiency Particle Arrestor) filtered collection vacuum. This method of cleaning is to ensure all dirt and dust is removed from each system. The HEPA filtered vacuum is to prevent the dust and other contaminants that are in the system from being blown into or throughout the building spaces during the cleaning process. Any deterioration of the interior walls of the liner (fiberglass insulation) is to be repaired to allow for the prevention of loose particles being transferred through the system. The interior to be cleaned, then the fiberglass insulation to be coated with an antifungal and antimicrobal coating. The coating to assist in the upholding the interior wall integrity and prevention of the release of loose fiberglass fibers throughout the warranty period. PART 1 -- GENERAL:, 1.1 GENERAL: The contractor is to provide cleaning of the interior surfaces of the four rooftop AIR Handlers and one above ceiling Air Handler, all of which supply heat and air conditioning to the four levels of the INS building. Specific emphases should be taken to locate any and all blockages within the duct system. Install all new materials in strict accordance with the manufacturer'sspecification, printed instructions. Contractor to remove existing covering using a dust-free removal system; repair and seal frayed areas within the interior duct insulation surface as per the manufacturer's specifications; application of the sealer to be consistant with the manufacturer's instructions. Contractor to provide standard commercial warranty for all work provided. PART 2 -- CLEANING AND REPAIRS TO AIR HANDLING SYSTEMS: 2.1 General Specifications for Cleaning. As necessary, furnishings and equipment shall be protected with plastic traps where work is being performed. The cleaing process shall include a thorough visual inspection oft he interior walls of the system. Any severe damage, damage beyond the scope of work, or mechanical problems discovered during the initial inspection, or during the cleaning process, shall be reported to the supervisor. It will be the supervisor's responsibility to bring these issues to the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) for consideration. The Contracting Officer (CO) is the only person with the authority to allow work that was not initially anticipated. Upon completion of the cleaning, every surface will have been cleaned to a point where it is visibly free of accumulated debris and dust, and all mildew and fungal growth shall be elimiated. While work is in progress, random inspections by the COTR will be conducted to confirm the work is being carried out according to these specifications. Upon completion of the cleaning project, representativesof the contractor and the COTR shall conduct a final quality control inspection. Any work not meeting the standards of these specifications at that time shall be completed to meet these requirements at no additional cost to the Government. 2.1 Cleaning of Air Handler: All interior surfacesin the air handlers and plenums shall be thoroughly brushed and vacuumed clean. As practical, all non-porous surfaces shall be washed with a paint-safe mild detergent solution. The interior coils shall be coated with a coil cleaner solution and properly pressure washed. Cleaning shall be repeated until blockages are totally eliminated and rinse water appears clean. The condensate pan shall be brushed and/or pressure washed of debris. Condensate drains shall be inspected and, if necessary, cleaned to remove any and all present and future blockages. The supply blowers and housings shall be scraped and wire-brushed to remove any debris. They will then be cleaned with a mild, paint-safe detergent or degreaser and then pressure washed. Precautions shall be takento ensure no detergent or degreaser enters the bearings. All interior dampers, screens, filter racks, etc. shall be cleaned using a stiff-bristled brush or wire brush and vacuuming, then washed witha paint-safe detergent solution and water. In the air handler and plenums, replace all wet or unsalvageable fiberglass liner with a double layer of "Astro-Foil", or equivalent, properly installed withpins and liner adhesive. Also, repair all tears or rips in the surface of the salvageable fiberglass liner with adhesive, lagging cloth, etc. Coat the surfaces of fiberglass liner with Schuler Superseal Permacoat, or equivalent. All rusted areas inside and out of the air handler shall be wire brushed and vacuumed clean of loose rust. Brush and vacuum clean the outside air screens, louvers, and dampers. New filters will be installed if provided by the INS at the time of cleaning. 2.2 Cleaning of Ducts: All return/supply registers and diffusers shall be removed, washed with a mild paint-safe detergent solution and then replaced. All interior dampers and turning vanes shall be thoroughly cleaned with a stiff-bristled brush and vacuuming. All manual dampers shall have their settings marked prior to cleaning and shall be reset to original settings after cleaning. Access points shall be cut into the rigid metal ducts as necessary to completely access tthe interior for cleaning. The access plates shall be constucted of the same gauge material as the duct work. Panels shall be installed using duct sealer and self-tapping screws placed a maximum of four inches apart around the entire perimeter. The panel shall overlap the access opening by at least one on all edges. Caulking shall be neat and continuous around the perimeter. All surfaces to be caulked shall be clean of any dirt, rust, etc. that would affect the sealing. Any sections of the fiberglass liner that have deteriorated to the degree that they are no longer salvageable will be removed and replaced with "Astro-Foil" or equivalent (A foil surfaced bubble pack type of insulation which does not contain fiberglass.) It will not deteriorate and contaminate the air stream, as does fiberglass, nor will it absorb dirt and moisture (which are food sources for bacteria). In the supply and return ducts, repair any rips or tears in the surface of the fiberglass liner with adhesive, lagging cloth, etc. Coat the surfaces of fiberglass liner with Schuler Superseal Permacoat or equivalent. All access holes made in the metal ducts shall be sealed with a manufactured quick-access cover. All flexible ducts shall be reconnected and sealed using sheet-metal screws and approved duct tape or nylon collar straps so as to be airtight. In the supply and return ducts systems, inspect all duct joints for damage, disconnections and leaks. 2.4 Measurement and Payment: Measurement and payment will be upon the completion of all contract requirements for the cleaning and repair of the air handling system. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, supplies, materials, and other components required to complete the work as specified. This solicitation document and following incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-08. 52.202-1 Definitions; 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items; 52.212-2 Evaluation -- Commercial Items, Para (a)is filled in as follows: ACLCAP will award a contract resulting from this solictation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered; 52.212-3 Offeror Representatives and Certifications- Offerors must include a completed copy prior to award; 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items; 52.212-5 Contract Terms Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, para(b)the following clauses are applicable: 52.222-6 Davis-Bacon Act; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans andVeterans of the Vietnam Era; 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disablities; 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans of the Vietnam Era; 52.225-3 Buy American Act-Supplies; 52.232-33 Mandatory Information for Elecrtronic Funds Transfer of Payment; 52.233-1 Disputes. This CBD Notice/Solicitation can be viewed and downloaded via the INTERNET. The preferred method of distribution is via the INTERNET, or by e:mail request from addwest@Pacbell. Receipt of this notice/solicitation package through the INTERNET must be confirmed by faxed notification. It is the responsiblity of the recipient of this document to ensure that it has been received from the INTERNET in its entirety and bears no responsiblity for data errors resulting from transmission or conversion processes. Questions should be directed by way of fax transmittal to 949-360-3013. Prices preferred ass FOB Destination: San Pedro, CA. Vendors quoting FOB Origin MUST include Shipping/Handling. This solicitation is issued as an Invitationfor Bid (IFB) and is 100% Set-Aside for Small Business. The SIC Code is 1761. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Bids may be submitted by written fax to 949-360-3013, no later then 1/6/99, 4:00pm PST. Posted 12/22/98 (W-SN282694). (0356)

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