DOCUMENT
J -- Generator Maintenance/ Load Bank Testing John D. Dingell VA Medical Center Detroit, MI - Attachment
- Notice Date
- 8/16/2017
- Notice Type
- Attachment
- NAICS
- #811310
— Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
- Contracting Office
- Department of Veterans Affairs;Ann Arbor Healthcare System;Network Contracting Office 10;2215 Fuller Road;Ann Arbor MI 48105
- ZIP Code
- 48105
- Solicitation Number
- VA25017N1044
- Response Due
- 8/22/2017
- Archive Date
- 10/6/2017
- Point of Contact
- Christopher Gundy
- E-Mail Address
-
Contracting Officer
(christopher.gundy@va.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 10, 24 Frank Lloyd Wright Drive, Lobby M, Suite 2200, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, intends to solicit offers for generator maintenance and load bank testing at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit, MI. Contract will be for the period September 15, 2017 through September 14, 2018 with four (4) option years in strict accordance with terms, conditions and provisions of the contract solicitation, NAICS Code 811310. Contractors that can provide this requirement and meets the requirements below are requested to send their 1. Company Name, 2. DUNS number, 3. Business size under NAICS 811310 and 4. If the item(s) are available on a FSS contract or not and the FSS contract number if it is available on contract, 5. Notification if they are a VETBIZ registered VOSB/SDVOSB or not. Contractors must be registered and certified in VETBIZ to be considered VOSB/SDVOSB. This is not a solicitation. This is a Request for Information, Sources Sought. This Sources Sought will close on August 22, 2017 at 12PM EDST. Please e-mail all responses to christopher.gundy@va.gov. Statement of Work VISIT #1. Furnish all tools, labor, and materials to perform a four-hour load bank test of eight Caterpillar 3508 generators. The load steps will be as follows: 50% for 60 minutes, 75% for 60 minutes, 100% for 120 minutes for a total of 4 hours for each generator. All load banks shall be located outside and not located under any overhang during testing. No more than two (2) cables will be coupled together to reach from generator to load bank. Cam locks will be the method used to couple these cables. These cables will be connected to the generator by means of pigtail converting cam lock to a one-hole compression lug connector. These cables will be connected to load bank by means of cam locks. All terminations will be checked with an IR thermometer periodically during testing to check for overheating. Contractor must supply all electrical materials required and make all electrical connections under the supervision and direction of the COR. Furnish a written report containing readings of HZ, KW, Voltage/PH, Amperage/PH, Oil PSIG, Coolant Temperature, Ambient outdoor air Temperature, and Exhaust Temperature taken at 15 minute intervals during the entire test of each unit. Comply with all state and national codes. Coordinate testing with COR on site. Only one unit at either the north or the south station shall be permitted to be offline at any time. All scheduled work will be performed during normal working hours of 6:00 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday thru Friday, excluding holidays and any day declared an official Federal Holiday. VISIT #2. Shall begin immediately after completion of visit #1. Furnish all tools, labor, materials, parts, and laboratory services to perform the following specified maintenance on eight Caterpillar 3508 generators: Maintenance Checks: Radiator core for air flow Antifreeze protection Coolant level Coolant inhibitor strength (add conditioner if required to update strength) Radiator cap and seal Coolant leaks Lube oil level Fan belt tension Condition of all hoses Hose clamps Condition of flex fuel lines Day tank float controls, solenoid, and main fuel pump operation Fuel system for leaks Cranking voltage drop Battery electrolyte level Battery voltage Battery charger rate Battery cables and connections Flex exhaust couplings rain flashing Turbo wheel for bearing wear Terminal strip connections Loose relays in control panel Jacket water heater operation Governor oil level Governor linkage Remote governor control operation Air gap on generator Collector rings and brushes Oil and dirt buildup in generator System for loose bolts, etc. Crank termination time Engine instruments Abnormal noise or vibration Exhaust characteristics Louver operation Crankcase blow by Voltage and frequency All switches in correct position Drain water and sediment from day tank Lubricate generator bearing Clean engine crankcase breather Lubricate fan pulley Clean primary filter Drain exhaust moisture traps Inspect the turbocharger for end play and leaks Maintenance Services: Note: All filters shall be OEM Change air cleaner elements, check seals, air cleaner indicators and air induction system Take oil sample and perform infrared analysis (performed by a Fluid Analysis Lab) Take fuel and coolant samples and perform analysis (performed by a Fluid Analysis Lab) Change lube oil and filters Change fuel filters Oil, fuel, and coolant samples taken will be delivered to the testing laboratory in a reasonable time as to not compromise the samples. Care will be taken as to storing the samples as recommended by the testing laboratory until they are delivered. Operational Checks: Recheck oil level while running Recheck all fluid systems for leaks All maintenance, service, operational checks, and parts shall be performed and supplied per the manufacturer s recommendations by manufacturer certified technicians. Contractor will provide Load Bank and Maintenance reports along with all fluid analysis reports and within 7 10 days after completion of load bank testing and maintenance. Used Oil Transportation and Recycling: Transportation and recycling of used oil will be performed in accordance with Federal, state and local regulations including: Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act 451, of 1994 as amended, Part 121 Liquid Industrial By-Product. Prior to transporting used oil from the property, the transporter will provide a shipping document describing the materials in accordance with above regulation for certification by the Detroit VAMC GEMS Program Manager or designee. The contractor will arrange for the designated recycling facility to notify the COR, in writing, that the shipment(s) arrived at its destination within 7 days of the date the shipment left the facility. Michigan Hazardous Material Transportation Act 138. Prior to transporting used oil from the property, the contractor shall provide a copy of the Act 138 transporter s permit and registration to the COR for the approval of the GEMS Program Manager. During transport, the transporter must also be able to produce a copy of the Act 138 permit and registration, either via electronic record or hard copy, to DEQ staff or a peace officer when requested.
- Web Link
-
FBO.gov Permalink
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/VA/VAAAHCS506/VAAAHCS506/VA25017N1044/listing.html)
- Document(s)
- Attachment
- File Name: VA250-17-N-1044 VA250-17-N-1044.docx (https://www.vendorportal.ecms.va.gov/FBODocumentServer/DocumentServer.aspx?DocumentId=3735890&FileName=VA250-17-N-1044-000.docx)
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- Place of Performance
- Address: John D. Dingell VA Medical Center;4646 John R St.;Detroit, MI
- Zip Code: 48201
- Record
- SN04632706-W 20170818/170816233038-387892508c1a7f69b50efe57ee39ad73 (fbodaily.com)
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