Boiler and UPV Inspections

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding solicitation FA462626Q0006, specifically concerning boiler and UPV inspections.

• Equipment Count: The inspection covers 19 units: 3 High Temperature Hot Water Boilers (water tube) and 16 UPV air receivers.
• "11,000" Reference: Bidders should disregard any references to "11,000" as a unit or quantity. This number is for internal finance tracking purposes only and does not represent the number of boilers to be inspected.

This Q&A clarifies the scope of equipment to be inspected and removes a potentially confusing numerical reference, ensuring bidders have accurate information for their proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a list of Boiler and UPV (Unfired Pressure Vessel) inspection requirements for Malmstrom AFB, MT. It serves as a reference for identifying specific equipment needing inspection.

• Malmstrom AFB MT: Specifies the location.
• BOILER REQUIREMENTS: Lists boilers requiring inspection, including NB #, BLDG #, Unit # (e.g., Boiler#1 (HTHW)), and Type Inspection (BC).
• UPV REQUIREMENTS: Lists unfired pressure vessels requiring inspection, including NB #, BLDG #, Unit # (e.g., #1 Exp. Tank), and Type Inspection (VC or VE).

This attachment details specific equipment (boilers and air receivers) at Malmstrom AFB that require inspection. Bidders should review this list to understand the scope of potential inspection services required for this opportunity, including the number and types of units located in various buildings.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Boiler & UPV Inspection" services. The requirement is for Heat Plant Boiler and Unfired Pressure Vessel Inspection.

• Heat Plant Boiler and Unfired Pressure Vessel Inspection.

• The inspection must be completed no later than May 1, 2026.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: March 18, 2026, to April 30, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 541350 (Building Inspection Services) has a size standard of USD 11,500,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: March 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time.

• Evaluation: Quotations will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 52.212-2. The company must be registered in SAM.gov. The three lowest priced quotes will be evaluated. Award will be made to the company that meets the required specifications and offers the best value to the government with fair and reasonable pricing.

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation number is FA462626Q0006.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Inspection and Acceptance Location is Destination, Malmstrom AFB, MT.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for providing annual boiler and unfired pressure vessel (UPV) inspections at Malmstrom AFB.

• Provide NBIC certified inspectors, labor, travel, and equipment for annual inspections.

• Perform the following specific inspections:

  • 3 Boiler (BC) Inspections
  • 3 Unfired Pressure Vessel (VC) Inspections
  • 13 Unfired Pressure Vessel (VE) Inspections (including internal/external inspection with ultrasonic thickness testing).

• Coordinate with the government Point of Contact (POC) for scheduling inspections, with a deadline of May 1, 2026.

• Provide all finalized inspection reports to the government POC within 14 business days of the inspection.

• Reports must be finalized and submitted within 14 business days of inspection.

• Inspections must comply with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code requirements.

• Inspections are required annually.

• Work will be performed at Malmstrom AFB.

• Contractor must possess all necessary licenses and permits.

• Contractor must comply with all OSHA, state, and local safety regulations.

• Contractor employees must complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Awareness Training.

• Contractor personnel must adhere to Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures.

• Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons on base.

• Contractor must comply with regulations regarding combating trafficking in persons.

• Contractor is responsible for obtaining work clearance requests (Digging Permits) and coordinating with government inspectors and private utility companies if excavation is required. Markings must be water-based chalk, and no permanent pavement markings are allowed. Hand digging is required within three feet of buried utilities.

• Contractor vehicles and equipment must be in safe operating condition and equipped with safety/noise limiting devices. Equipment must be clearly marked with the company name.

• Contractor must comply with base access and identification requirements.

• Work is to be performed between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal Holidays. Services scheduled on holidays or due to base closures will be rescheduled.

• Government will provide a minimum of one month's notice for scheduled dates and access to facilities.

Other / Unclassified

This memorandum outlines the policy and procedures for Installation Perimeter Access Control for contractors at Headquarters 341st Missile Wing (AFGSC). It details the Air Force's right and responsibility to vet contractors seeking base access, as per AFI 31-113. A Contractor Entry Authorization List (CEAL) is still required.

The document specifies the grounds on which the installation Commander can deny access and access credentials to individuals. These grounds include, but are not limited to, suspected terrorist ties, inability to verify identity, fraudulent information, intent to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, unlawful use of access credentials, criminal history posing a risk, being barred from federal facilities, being wanted by law enforcement, recent incarceration, convictions for espionage, sabotage, treason, terrorism, or murder, appearance on watch lists, firearm or explosive violations, convictions for serious crimes (sexual assault, armed robbery, rape, etc.), illegal drug use without rehabilitation, statutory or regulatory bars to employment, and engaging in activities to overthrow the government. Additionally, individuals with outstanding warrants, sex offenders, violent offenders, those on probation, or in pre-release programs will be denied access. Contractors should be aware of these vetting criteria as they pertain to their personnel seeking base access. Questions should be directed to the contracting officer of the Policy Flight Chief.