Description
The U.S. Army Watervliet Arsenal seeks a qualified contractor to remove existing above‑floor nitrogen/argon piping, install new stainless‑steel 316/316L cryogenic piping, manifolds, shut‑off valves, and related supports in Building 35A (Room 0010) and Room 0012, and to perform pressure testing and documentation. The work includes full material procurement, disposal of old piping, compliance with Army and OSHA safety standards, submission of safety plans, material certifications, and three reference projects demonstrating at least ten years of similar cryogenic piping experience. The contract requires field verification of dimensions, color‑coding per ASME A13.1, and coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
• Scope: removal, disposal, new installation, manifold fabrication, valve installation, pressure testing, and final acceptance.
• Materials: 316/316L stainless steel pipe, Swagelok fittings, full‑port ball valves, MSS SP‑58‑compliant supports.
• Standards: ANSI B16, ASME B31.3, B31.12, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, Army WAIC.
• Deliverables: safety data sheets, asbestos notification, LOTO acknowledgment, project schedule, safety plan, material certifications, testing certificates, as‑built documentation.
• Timeline: offers due 11 Sep 2026; work to commence after award (date not specified).
• Minimum qualifications: 10‑year history of similar cryogenic piping installations, three recent references.