A -- RADIOACTIVE SLUDGE REMOVAL SERVICES

Notice Date

December 4, 2001

Contracting Office

Bechtel BWXT Idaho,LLC, P.O. Box 1625, Idaho Falls, ID 83415-3521

ZIP Code

83415-3521

Solicitation Number

CBD002

Response Due

December 18, 2001

Point of Contact

Glenn Clemons

E-Mail Address

Glenn Clemons (gc2@inel.gov)

Description

DESC: Bechtel BWXT Idaho, LLC (BBWI), a Management and Operating (M&O) contractor for the United States Department of Energy at the Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory (INEEL) desires to procure radioactive sludge removal services. The services will consist of removing, solidifying, and transporting sediments currently contained in nuclear fuel storage pools. The storage pools contain approximately 1,500,000 gallons water with approximately 5600 gallons of sediments. An underwater vacuum system or similar system is required to extract the sludge and sediments from twenty-one foot deep basins. The sludge/sediment is composed of desert sand, dust, precipitated corrosion products, and metal particles. The sediment contains radioactive contamination and possibly RCRA hazardous constituents, primarily cadmium. The sediment will be transferred through a flexible line into a separator, hydroclone, or similar unit to separate the solids from the water. The water would be returned to the basin. The concentrated sediment would be placed into vendor-supplied containers for solidification. Sampling capabilities for the sludge are needed after the de-watering process and before characterizing the waste. After the waste is treated by using a Portland cement based media, or like material, a second sampling is needed to confirm the waste in the HIC is below TCLP concentration for toxic metals (per 40 CFR 261.24, Table 1.) and to confirm there is no free liquid (as defined at 40 CFR 260.10). The container will then be prepared and transported to an appropriate waste disposal facility. An additional underground waste storage vessel may also be included in the scope of work. The 25,000 gallon vessel has been used to store radioactive wastes, resin, and filter media. Debris including protective clothing, cleaning material, and ropes has also been added to this tank. It is estimated that there is 7,000 gallons of sludge in this vessel. The vendor must have prior experience and capabilities related to removal, treatment, and disposal of radioactive sediments/sludge and or other radioactive liquids. The vendor should provide a statement of qualification sufficient so as to evaluate its services for 1)cost-effective treatment and disposal capabilities, 2) safety record and prior experience, 3) training and procedures requirements, and 4) waste handling and transportation capabilities. BBWI anticipates issuing a Request for Proposal by April 30, 2002 and awarding a subcontract in July 2002. Nothing in this Request for Interest (RFI) constitutes an obligation on the part of BBWI or the INEEL to issue an RFP package and/or award a contract for the aforementioned services.Responses must be received by 12/18/01. Please respond to email: gc2@inel.gov or by sending your response to Glenn Clemons, Bechtel BWXT Idaho, LLC, P.O. Box 1625, Idaho Falls, ID 83415-3975.

Web Link

Idaho National Engineering & Environmental Laboratory (http://www.inel.gov/procurement/litco/index.htm)

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20011206/ASOL003.HTM (W-338 SN5143G2)