Albeni Falls Dam ( AFD ) CO2 Cylinder Hydrostatic Testing

2026-11-03

Scope of WorkCO2 Cylinder InspectionHydrostatic Testing & RecertificationAlbeni Falls Dam | Seattle DistrictU . S . Army Corps of Engineers1 . General : This contract is to provide inspection and recertification items and services for high - pressure carbon dioxide cylinders used in a fire suppression system at Albeni Falls Dam ( AFD ). 2 . Description of Services : Contractor is to provide all parts , labor , materials , personnel , transportation ( pickup from and delivery to AFD ), perform hydrostatic testing , and refilling of the CO2 cylinders as described in this scope of work ( SOW ). AFD and the government invoke the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations 49 CFR 180 . 205 , General Requirements for Requalification of Specification Cylinders , as applicable . 3 . Type of Contract : Firm Fixed Price4 . Background : The cylinders of this contract supply pressurized CO2 to the fire suppression system in AFD ’ s electrical power generation units . The system uses 48 - each , 75 - pound CO2 cylinders . During normal operation , 48 cylinders are connected to the system , and a minimum of 48 spare cylinders are held in reserve . AFD has approximately 14 extra cylinders for a total of 62 cylinders that may require evaluation . 5 . Period of Performance : The contractor shall begin work immediately after notice of award and finish no later than 30 June 2026 . 6 . Place of Performance : Cylinder pickup and delivery will take place at : Albeni Falls DamPowerhouse Entrance2376 East Highway 2Oldtown , Idaho 83822Please note that pickup and delivery shall occur Monday through Thursday , from 7 : 00 AM until 3 : 30 PM . AFD personnel will stage the cylinders for the Contractor at or near the public entrance . No pickups and deliveries are allowed on Fridays , Saturdays or Sundays or on federal holidays . 7 . Points of Contact for Invoicing : See attached Scope of Work . 8 . Scope of Work : Offeror shall quote each of the following CLINs . 8 . 1 . CLIN 001 – Transport , Evaluation & As - found Reporting • Take possession of CO2 cylinders at Albeni Falls Dam . Total quality may vary depending on the number of cylinders available . There will be at least 48 cylinders and at most 62 cylinders .• Transport the cylinders to Contractor ’ s facility .• Empty each cylinder , reclaiming the CO2 .• Remove valve , visually inspect cylinder inside and out for pitting , corrosion or other damage .• Fill each cylinder with water and hydrotest each cylinder to 150 % of the normal working pressure .• Measure the expansion of each cylinder . If the allowable limit of permanent deformation is exceeded , mark the cylinder as unserviceable .• Make the overall determination of each cylinder ’ s integrity and fitness for service and document accordingly .• Evaluate each valve , determine if rebuilding is possible . If not , note that valve replacement is required .• Compile an as - found inspection report for each cylinder . One report is adequate for the entire lot , but each cylinder shall be identified by serial number or most recent recertification stamp .• Submit the As - Found Report for all cylinders and valves to the Albeni Falls POCs . 8 . 2 . CLIN 002 – Rebuilding of Kidde Type “ I ” Valves • Quote parts ( rebuild kit ) and labor for one ( 1 ) valve rebuild . 8 . 3 . CLIN 003 – Replacement of Kidde Type “ I ” Valve • Quote price for one ( 1 ) new complete valve . 8 . 4 . CLIN 004 – Replacement of 75 - Pound Cylinder Assembly • Quote price for one ( 1 ) new complete cylinder with valve . 8 . 5 . CLIN 005 – Replacement of 75 - Pound Cylinder • Quote price for one ( 1 ) new cylinder ( cylinder only , no valve ). 8 . 6 . CLIN 006 – Documentation and Recertification of Cylinders & Valves • Quote price for complete documentation of work performed .• The recertification record ( s ) shall identify each cylinder assembly , describe the work performed on each cylinder , and state that cylinder and valve are serviceable .• It is permissible for Contractor to submit one record for each cylinder and valve , or to submit one document that contains the individual recertification information for the full lot of cylinders and valves . 9 . Quality Control : 9 . 1 . The cylinders will be inspected by the AFD Quality Assurance Representative ( QAR ) prior to the contractor taking custody of the cylinders . 9 . 2 . To the extent possible , the QAR will ensure that the cylinders are not damaged , are serviceable , and are suitable for testing , refilling , and re - certification . 9 . 3 . At the time of return , each cylinder will be inspected for proper stamped markings , decals , and required documentation . 10 . Definitions : Contractor : A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or service to the government . The term used in this contract refers to the prime . Contracting Officer : A government employee with the authority to enter into , administer , and or terminate contracts , and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government . Note : The Contracting Officer is the only individual who can legally bind the government . 11 . Government Furnished Items & Equipment : 11 . 1 . The Government ( Albeni Falls Dam ) will provide a minimum of 48 - each , 75 - pound CO2 cylinders up to a maximum of 62 - each , 75 - pound CO2 cylinders . The Contractor should be prepared to transport 62 cylinders . 11 . 2 . All cylinders are equipped with Kidde High - Pressure CO2 Fire Suppression Valves . See Appendix for the current technical datasheet . 11 . 3 . All cylinders are assumed to be full , or nearly full , of carbon dioxide . All cylinders are complete with HPCO2 valves and protective cylinder ' bottle ' caps . See Appendix for the cylinder technical datasheet . SEE ATTACHED : Scope of Work , QASP , and Technical Photos .

Idaho

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