Description
The Smithsonian Institution is seeking offers for the installation of an emergency generator at the National Museum of American History (NMAH) in Washington, D.C. The project involves replacing an aging 300 kW diesel-fueled generator with two new 500kW natural gas-fueled generators on the roof, as well as routing a new natural gas line through the building and performing associated structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, hazardous material abatement, and architectural modifications. The museum will remain open to visitors during the construction period, and the area adjacent to the construction site may also remain open. The successful offeror will be required to provide all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision necessary to complete the work.
• The project includes the installation of two new natural gas-powered generators with integral paralleling gear on a new rooftop structural steel platform.
• The conversion of existing collections storage space to a new Emergency Electrical Room.
• The decommissioning and removal of the existing diesel generator on the lower level.
• The installation of a new gas line throughout the building to serve the new generators.
• The installation of new conduit, MI cabling, panelboards, and pull-boxes throughout the building.
• The removal of existing conduit, panelboards, and pull-boxes throughout the building.
• The reinforcement of the existing structure to support the new generators.
• The testing for lead and asbestos on existing piping at new points of connection.
• The mechanical work in the lower level to provide new fuel oil pumps.