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54 -- MODULAR RADIOANALYTICAL LABORATORY BUILDING SOL DACW43-99-T-7107 DUE 061499 POC Contract Specialist, JO ANN C. MORITZ, (314) 331-8507; Contracting Officer, MAJOR THOMAS E. MERCER, (314) 331-8528 (Site Code DACW43) WEB: http://mvs-www.mvs.usace.army.mil/ct/ct.htm, http://mvs-www.mvs.usace.army.mil/ct/ct.htm. E-MAIL: Joann.C.Moritz@mvs02.usace.army.mil, Joann.C.Moritz@mvs02.usace.army.mil. 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 is a Request for Quotation (RFQ). When corresponding, refer to RFQ No. DACW43-99-T-7107. The RFQ and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-11. SCOPE OF WORK. 1. It is the intent of the government to purchase or lease (with an option to purchase) a modular building, which is designed as a radioanalytical laboratory. 2. Contractor shall provide one (1), modular laboratory meeting the requirements contained herein. Contractor shall be responsible for delivery of the building to the 9000 block of Latty Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri. Work shall include design, construction, delivery and installation of a modular laboratory building. This shall include utility hookup and testing of HVAC systems, ventilation systems and power outlets. 3. Priced Option: Site preparation, to include gravel parking areas, walkways, foundation and utilities. 4. The modular laboratory shall meet the following requirements and be equipped with the minimum necessary components as listed below. Additionally, the Contractor shall demonstrate competence and knowledge of laboratory design in their proposal. a. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS -- 1) Building Codes: The building must meet all local building codes -- safety and structural. The building will be located in St. Louis County, Missouri. 2) Laboratory Dimensions: The building shall be approximately 2000 square feet in size and contain at a minimum, storage areas, sample preparation areas, an instrument room, administration area, bathrooms, and a break area. 3) Laboratory Safety Equipment: Appropriate eyewash stations and deluge showers shall be included. 4) Electric Connection: Must be capable of running 120volt, 220volt and three phase appliances. See specific requirements minimum room needs. 5) Laboratory Interior Wall Covering: Seamless Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) .090 thick shall be glued to a 1/2" backer board. There shall be no surface fasteners (i.e., screws, rivet bolts, etc.). Seams are only at the marriage lines and corners. All seams and joints shall be sealed with premium quality sealant and trimmed. 6) Floor Load: Laboratory floors shall be sufficient to support loads of approximately 150 pounds per square foot. The count room area could contain three 2,000- pound each analytical devices. Administration area floors shall be designed to meet normal office requirements. 7) Sub-Floor: Laboratory sub- floor shall be constructed of fiberglass reinforced concrete layers. 8) Laboratory Floor Covering: The laboratory floor shall be covered with a three-part epoxy floor coating (not paint). The surface is smooth and covered to the wall material at least 1" to seal floor to wall material. Administration area floors will be covered with commercial grade carpet. 9) Interior/Exterior Doors: All doors and frames shall be steel and have three hinges with stainless steel hinge pins. Doors shall have half glass panels. 10) Laboratory Casework: All contour surfaces shall be painted with epoxy, which is electrostatically bonded to all surfaces. 11) Laboratory Counter Tops: 1" thick epoxy counter tops. 12) Fume Hoods: Four (4) 6 foot fume hoods are required. Three (3) will be used for acid digestion and must be rated for use with hydrofluoric acid, and one (1) shall be rated for use with radioisotopes and must have HEPA filtration. Access to the filters must be a bag-in-bag-out system. If the filter system is roof-mounted, appropriate safety equipment shall be provided. Access for maintenance shall be from both the front and sides of the hood. All hood mounted service fixtures, where provided, shall be pre-plumbed. Hood shall be of one-piece construction and shall pass through a 33" opening without disassembly. Fume hoods shall be in accordance with ASHRE Standard 110-95. Manufacturer's warranty against defects in material or workmanship on its fume hood 1 year from date of installation, shall include replacement of parts and labor. 13) HVAC Systems: HVAC with single pass air will be provided for the separations areas designed to maintain a 68-degree temperature year round when hoods are in operation. HVAC system for laboratories will be separate from the office area and count room HVAC system. b. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS 1) Chemistry Area I: One (1) Sink, plumbed to a holding tank; One (1) 6 foot Radioisotope Hood with two (2) 120 volt outlets; One (1) 6 foot Acid Hood with two (2) 120 volt outlets and one (1) 30 amp service; 20 ft of benches and cabinets (casework); 3-Phase electrical service; 220 volt service (2 outlets); 120 volt service (6 outlets); Eyewash and safety shower in accordance with ANSI Z358.1. 2) Chemistry Area II: One (1) Sink, plumbed to a holding tank; Two (2) 6-foot acid digestion hoods; Require two (2) 120 volt outlets with 30 amp service in each hood; Natural gas service; Compressed air; 120 volt service (10 outlets) along countertop; 30 ft of benches and cabinets (casework); Acid and Flammables storage cabinets; Eyewash and safety shower in accordance with ANSI Z358.1. 3) Sample Receiving Room: Exterior and interior entrances; 15 ft of bench; 120 service (4 outlets); Secure interior storage room; Phone line. 4) Count Room: 20 ft Heavy duty bench 36 inch deep (Must support greater than 800 lbs); Two Desks; Shelves; Phone line; 8-120 Volt isolated surge protected outlets; 10-120 Volt regular outlets. 5) Administrative Area: Administrative area does not have to conform to the laboratory area structural criteria. 2-Small offices; 1-Conference room; 1-Break room; 1-Store room; Restrooms; 2-Phone lines; 1-Data line; 120 volt service. c. LABORATORY LAYOUT. The RFQ package will include a sheet indicating a possible layout of the modular lab. Other configurations will be considered, however, must contain all of the specified elements. DELIVERY TIME -- Desired maximum delivery and installation is 60 days after issuance of order. DELIVERY FOB POINT -- 9000 block of Latty Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri. The following provisions are applicable to the procurement: FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. Quotations are requested subject to availability of funds. Quotations will be evaluated on the basis of Technical Compliance with proposed features, Past Performance in constructing a similar type of lab, and Price. Firms interested in submitting a quotation should request an RFQ package by contacting Ms. Jo Ann C. Moritz, Contract Specialist at the mailing address shown above, the E-mail address shown below, or by FAX at 314-331-8746. RFQ packages will be issued approximately May 14, 1999 and quotations must be received by 5:00 PM, June 14, 1999. Posted 04/30/99 (A-SN326647). (0120)

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