NOAA Ship OKEANOS EXPLORER Freezer and Refrigerati

The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) requires servicing of the freezer and refrigeration systems on the NOAA Ship OKEANOS EXPLORER. The contractor will be responsible for inspecting the systems, performing leak detection, cleaning and grooming, and operational testing. The work must be completed within the estimated period of performance, which is 15 days. Key tasks include: • Inspecting compressors, condensers, evaporators, expansion valves, solenoid valves, receivers, refrigerant piping and fittings, pressure switches and safety devices, electrical controls and temperature controllers, defrost heater elements and controls • Performing a refrigerant leak inspection of the entire system • Inspecting insulation on all accessible refrigeration piping, evaporators, and associated components • Cleaning refrigeration system components as necessary • Verifying compressor oil levels and condition, inspecting electrical connections and motor operation, verifying compressor amperage draw, inspecting safety cutouts and pressure switches, verifying proper refrigerant charge • Operating the refrigeration systems and verifying proper system operation