RFP : Installation of a Vapor Recovery System in United States

1.1The Monterey County Parks Department, hereinafter referred to as "County", is soliciting proposals from a qualified organization(s), hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR", to provide the installation of a vapor recovery system on the aboveground gasoline tank at Lake San Antonio and on two underground gasoline tanks at Lake Nacimiento.

1.2Response to this RFP shall include all labor, delivery, shipping, taxes, installation, design work, and any other miscellaneous costs necessary to fully complete the scope of work outlined in this RFP. CONTRACTOR should have at least five years' experience.

1.3This solicitation is intended for a single, exclusive AGREEMENT. COUNTY will review responses and decide on the course of action as may be determined to be in COUNTY's best interest

2.1The County of Monterey is located on the Central Coast of California, approximately 120 miles south of San Francisco. The County is approximately 3,350 square miles.
2.1.1Above ground gasoline tank at Lake San Antonio (situated within southern Monterey County) and underground gasoline tanks at Lake Nacimiento (situated within San Luis Obispo County) on land owned by the Monterey County Water Resources Agency (WRA).

2.1.2The lakes are situated roughly midway between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, approximately 90 miles south of Salinas, accessible from State Highway 101, and constitute the principal fresh water recreational venues in central California.

Lake San Antonio:

2.1.2.1Lake San Antonio Dam began operating in 1967 and its operation is impacted by the annual weather cycle; need to increase water conservation and flood protection in the Salinas Valley; proper maintenance of the Salinas River; recreational benefits; endangered species management; and, compliance with state and federal regulations. When Lake San Antonio is full (elevation 780 feet), it is approximately 16 miles long and has about 100 miles of shoreline.

2.1.2.2The lake is located about 16 miles north of the town of Paso Robles, in a highly attractive rural setting among oak-studded hillsides. It features one of the state's largest camping facilities, with over 2,000 improved and unimproved sites, operated by COUNTY. The lake's appeal includes excellent bass fishing, availability offshoreline camping, and absence of man-made structures intruding into the view.

Lake Nacimiento:

2.1.2.3Nacimiento Dam was completed in 1957 and, like Lake San Antonio, it's operation is impacted by: the annual weather cycle need to increase water conservation and flood protection in the Salinas Valley; proper maintenance of the Salinas River; recreational benefits; endangered species management; and, compliance with state and federal regulations. When the lake is full (elevation 800 feet), it is approximately 18 miles long and has about 165 miles of shoreline.

2.1.2.4Nacimiento offers a spectrum of recreational opportunities for visitors - all of those available at Lake San Antonio plus upscale lodging in 19 condominium units (Lakeview Lodges). There is also a restaurant overlooking the lake.

Contractor Minimum Work Performance Percentage: CONTRACTOR shall perform with his own organization contract work amounting to not less than 50 percent of the original total contract price, except that any designated 'Specialty Items' may be performed by subcontract and the amount of any such 'Specialty Items' so performed may be deducted from the original total contract price before computing the amount of work required to be performed by the Contractor with his own organization.

5.2The Scope of Work includes but is not limited to the following:
Installation of a vapor recovery system on the aboveground gasoline tank at Lake San Antonio and on two underground gasoline tanks at Lake Nacimiento. Selected CONTRACTOR shall at a minimum but not limited to:

5.2.1Lake San Antonio
5.2.1.1 Install a new vapor recovery system on the aboveground gasoline tank at Lake San Antonio.
5.2.1.2Complete permit drawings and application for obtaining permits from Air Quality and Environmental Health.
5.2.1.3Saw cut, break and remove all necessary concrete and asphalt to complete the task.
5.2.1.4Remove, haul, and dispose of all debris and materials associated with the successful completion of this project.
5.2.1.5Excavate and expose the product and vapor piping except the section from the midway sump to the island.
5.2.1.6Have soil samples taken and analyzed for TPHgas, BTEX, Oxygenates, and Total Lead, and report findings to the County.
5.2.1.7Provide a new fiberglass transition box supplied and set, anchored with a concrete curb.
5.2.1.8Provide a new fiberglass penetrations and flex connectors and install with the new pipe.
5.2.1.9Ensure the pipe is double wall for the product pipe, and single wall for the vapor, similar to existing pipe
5.2.1.10Pipe shall be pressure tested with Environmental Health at primary and secondary intervals, then backfilled using existing spoils.
5.2.1.11Removed or disturbed asphalt must be patched with a maximum of 4" thick asphalt.
5.2.1.12Monitor system to be installed and wired using existing conduit and breaker
5.2.1.13Calibrate, test and inspect with Health and AQMD
5.2.1.14Have a precision line test performed and SB989 test of transition box and line
5.2.1.15Final inspection with Environmental Health and APCD

5.2.2Lake Nacimiento
5.2.2.1Complete a Phase I enhanced vapor recovery system upgrade to two underground gasoline tanks at Lake Nacimiento.
5.2.2.2Complete permit application process with Health and APCD
5.2.2.3Saw cut, break, remove, haul, and dispose of the concrete around the existing fill and vapor spill buckets.
5.2.2.4Remove spill buckets, drop tubes, caps, adapters, and vent cap and replace with new EVR1 approved parts.
5.2.2.5Spill buckets to be OPW edge
5.2.2.6Have soil samples taken and analyzed for TPHgas, BTEX, Oxygenates 8260 and Total Lead
5.2.2.7Disturbed concrete shall be patched with 6" thick rebar.
5.2.2.8Final inspection with Environmental Health and APCD.

5.3Prices quoted in this RFP shall include all labor, delivery, shipping, taxes, installation, design work, and any other miscellaneous costs necessary to fully complete the scope of work outlined in this Section.
5.3.1CONTRACTOR is responsible for providing appropriate level of staffing to complete the installation.
5.3.2CONTRACTOR is responsible for providing complete oversight and coordination of the installation with the County to make sure installation coincides with the overall schedule.

5.4CONTRACTOR shall be a licensed contractor pursuant to the Business and Professions Code and shall be licensed in the following appropriate classification(s) of CONTRACTOR'S license(s), for the work outlined within this RFP, and must maintain the license(s) throughout the duration of the Contract. Class A and B, State Water Resources Control Board certification and Healy Phase II Enhanced Vapor Recovery System Manufacturer Certification, California Air Resources Board (ARB) Certification. Subcontractor(s) must possess the appropriate licenses for each specialty subcontracted.

5.5CONTRACTOR shall clearly specify the warranty period for the materials and guarantee the workmanship of all items proposed within the scope of work