National Park Service, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, PO Box 268, Keystone, SD 57751-0268

J -- CONVERTING BOILERS FROM FUEL OIL TO LPGAS,SUPPLY LP TANKS,INSTALL PIPING FROM TANKS TO BUILDINGS SOL Q150500CM66 DUE 090500 POC POC:Ron Eilefson, Contract Specialist,605-574-3130 Fx:605-574-2307 Email:ron_eilefson@nps.gov A. The Project Location: Wind Cave National Park, RR1 Box 190, Hot Springs, SD 57747, (605) 745 1140. Contact person Steve Schrempp. B. The Work under this contract consists of converting two existing boilers from fuel oil to LG gas, replacing one fuel oil unit heater with a LP gas unit heater, supplying and installing a 3000 gallon above grade LP gas storage tank, supplying and installing a 2000 gallon above grade LP gas storage tank, sizing and installing all LP gas piping (contractor shall submit shop drawings and pipe size calculations prior to ordering materials), and incidentals (i.e., regulators, vaporizors (if needed), new chimneys and vent caps (if required)), and the removal and disposal of three existing underground fuel oil storage tanks (1 2000-gallon & 2 540-gallon). At the present time, a fuel oil boiler (Weil McLain Model BL-476-SW) is utilized to heat building 17 (Fire Cache). At this same location, an existing unit heater is utilized to heat building 18 (Auto Shop). The proposedsolution is to convert the existing boiler from fuel oil to propane (i.e., replace the existing burner with a Power Flame WJR-15 LP gas burner, or approved equal), and replace the existing unit heater (Modine POH145) with a new LP gas unit heater (Dayton Model 4E468, www.grainger.com, or approved equal). The contractor shall furnish and install one 2000-gallon above grade LP gas tank, used to supply LP gas to both units at this site. The tank shall be painted with Sherwin Williams B54 Series, Industrial Enamel, color shall be Boston Cream, or approved equal. Also, the contractor shall install 4" diameter, 6'-0" tall (2'-6" concrete embedment) concrete filled steel pipe bollards at 4'-0" o.c. The bollards shall be painted with the material as the tanks except color shall be red. A second oil-fired boiler (American Standard Model ACD-402, Serial # M5999, Size 312 FO, Series # 8X, maximum input 405 MBTUH) is utilized to heat building Q-43 (Barracks). The proposed solution is to convert the existing boiler forfuel oil to propane. The contractor shall verify that a conversion burner can be obtained and installed for this boiler. If this is not possible, the contractor shall furnish and install and new LP gas boiler. The contractor shall furnish and install one 3000-gallon above grade LP gas tank at this site. The contractor shall remove all existing interior fuel oil lines, size all new LP gas lines (underground plastic for exterior and copper / black pipe for interior), minimum burial depth is 30", regulators, incidentals, cut and repair existing concrete / asphalt, excavate / backfill (sand bedding is required if a rocky trench bottom exists) & compaction for the new gas line, and incidentals for the installation of a complete and operable LP gas system. Also, the contractor shall provide an alternate heat source or keep the present system operational to prevent the buildings from freezing. Finally, the contractor shall remove and dispose of the three existing underground fuel storage tanks (contractor shall retain the salvage rights to these tanks). One 2000 gallon tank is located at the barracks, and two separate 540 gallon tanks are located at the auto shop / fire cache site. If this option is approved, the contractor shall pump out the existing fuel oil (Q43 1542-gallons, B17 413-gallons, B18 453-gallons). The contractor shall retain the rights to this excess fuel. Upon removal of the tanks, the site shall be repaired and to look as if new. One 540-gallon tank is installed under approximately 150 s.f of 4" thick concrete. The contractor shall replace this concrete if this option is selected. The contractor shall NOT be responsible for testing the soil; the Government shall obtain a separate contract for this portion of the work. If this option is not selected, the Government will remove the existing fuel storage tanks. The contractor shall coordinate the installation of the new work with the removal of the existing tanks. C. The Work will be constructed under a single prime contract. 1.2 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS A. Separate Contract: The Government will prepare a separate contract for the sampling and testing of the soil below existing fuel storage tanks. The contractor shall coordinate with this testing agency. 1.3 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES A. General: During the construction period the Contractor shall have full use of the premises for construction operations, including use of the site. The Contractor's use of the premises is limited only by the Government's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of the Project. The contractor shall conduct work in a manner to minimize disturbance to residents in the housing area. B. Use of the Site: Limit use of the premises to work in areas indicated. Confine operations to areas within contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which the Work is indicated. 1. Government Occupancy: Allow for Government occupancy and use by the public. 2. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the Government, the Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site. C. Use of the Existing Building: Maintain the existing building in a weather tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Take all precautions necessary to protect the building and its occupants during the construction period. 1.4 OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS A. Full Government Occupancy: The Government will occupy the site and existing building during the entire construction period. Cooperate with the Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with the Government's operations. 1.5 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PRODUCTS A. The Government will not furnish any items for this contract. PART2 -- PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A. All equipment, LP gas piping, above grade LP gas tanks, chimneys / vent caps, thermostat wiring, and incidentals shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendation. All installations shall comply with the International Mechanical Code and International Fuel Gas Code. Work to be performed at Wind Cave National Park, Hot Springs, South Dakota 57747. Cost Range $25,000 -- $100,000.Sic Code: 1711, Small Business Size Standard is $7,000,000. Plans and Specifications will be available by faxing your request to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Attn: Chris Esper at 605-574-2307 Posted 08/07/00 (W-SN483288). (0220)

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