Steam Pipe

Agency: Clemson University
State: South Carolina
Type of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • 47 - Pipe, Tubing, Hose, Fittings
  • Y - Construction of Structures and Facilities
Posted: Feb 23, 2024
Due: Mar 8, 2024
Solicitation No: 179970221
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Bid Information



Type
SQST Sealed Bid
Status
Issued
Number
179970221 (Steam Pipe)
Issue Date & Time
2/23/2024 02:49:16 PM (ET)
Close Date & Time
3/8/2024 02:00:00 PM (ET)
Time Left
13 days 19 hours 7 minutes 5 seconds
Notes


Contact Information
Name
Rod Stanford
Address
391 College Avenue, Suite 203
Clemson, SC 29634
Phone
1 (864) 6568596
Fax
1 (864) 656-2394
Email
stanfo2@clemson.edu




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Scope of Work 179970221 Steam Pipe.pdf
SOW Scope of Work 134 KB

Appendix A 336313 Direct Buried Underground Steam and Condensate Piping Systems.doc
Appendix A 78 KB

Appendix B 4003673 Drawings.pdf
Appendix B 8.19 MB

Clemson University Standard Bidding Terms effective November 15, 2020.pdf
Standard Bidding Terms 261 KB

IMPORTANT TAX NOTICE.doc
Withholding Requirements for Payments to Nonresidents. 29 KB

Clemson University Standard Terms of Purchase effective November 15, 2020.pdf
Standard Terms of Purchase 331 KB



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Solicitation Description
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Scope of Work
I. Scope of Solicitation
II. Instructions to Offerors
III. Scope of Work / Specifications
IV. Terms and Conditions - Special
V. Appendices to Scope of Work
VI. Bidding Schedule
I. SCOPE OF SOLICITATION
Clemson University is seeking to purchase materials for a Steam Distribution System. This is a
one-time purchase for materials. Clemson University will award to one successful offeror that is
responsive and responsible. The awarded offeror will also be required to provide Manufacturer
Field Services Engineer(s), Detailed Shop Drawing and Contractor installation and testing
training. This solution will be installed by the Bio Research Sector Utility Improvements,
Project #CUP-4003384 contractor.
II. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS
Regardless of specific requirements below or in this document, Offerors are required to submit
their proposal electronically through the Clemson University online bidding system. To do so
you must login (registering first) at https://clemson.ionwave.net/Login.aspx and follow specific
instructions for this solicitation. You should register several days in advance of the bid closing
date so you can be approved and login in time to submit a response.
1. INFORMATION FOR OFFERORS TO SUBMIT - In addition to information requested
elsewhere in this solicitation, Offerors should submit the following information to aid in
determining Reasonable and Responsible submittals.
2. The piping system chosen as the basis of the design and outlined herein is expected to adhere
strictly to specified parameters without accommodating deviations. We are unable to
implement a system utilizing other methods of expansion (loops, joints, etc) due to existing
site constraints.
3. Questions will be posted to this online bidding system https://clemson.ionwave.net/Login.aspx
Deadlines for questions will be outlined in the online bidding system. Clemson University
will attempt to answer reasonable questions.
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III. SCOPE OF WORK / SPECIFICATIONS
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1. Work of this one-time equipment procurement contract comprises the stress modeling,
anchor block layout, design, fabrication, storing, and delivery of the pre-insulated
underground steam piping complete with all necessary fittings and accessories, required
spare parts, and manufacturer field services for Clemson University as detailed herein.
2. The piping system chosen as the basis of design and outlined herein is expected to adhere
strictly to specified parameters without accommodating deviations. We are unable to
implement a system utilizing other methods of expansion (loops, joints, etc) due to existing
site constraints.
3. Delivery Location – F.O.B., Prepaid. Site: Clemson University; Clemson, South Carolina.
The successful Offeror will manage the delivery of all materials to Clemson University,
Clemson, S.C., 29634.
4. Delivery of materials is anticipated to be in three phases as identified below:
a. Initial shipment: Piping from STA ST8+49.31 (system anchor) to STA ST9+63.36
(STMH-02) to be received on site no later than June 1, 2024.
b. Second Shipment: Piping from STA ST11+00.00 (STMH-02) to ST19+29.78 (Ex
STMH-0072) to be received on site no later than July 1, 2024.
c. Final Shipment: Piping from STA ST1+00.00 (EX STMH-0067) to STA ST8+49.31
(system anchor) to be received on site no later than August 1, 2024.
5. UNDERGROUND STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPING SYSTEMS Refer to Appendix
B – Drawings “Bio Research Sector Utility Improvements, Project CUP4003673 for the
specific steam and condensate piping layout and dimensions. The system supplier shall
submit with bid manufacturer's technical product data, including installation instructions, and
preliminary dimensioned drawings for the type of manufactured piping specialty.
6. All underground steam and condensate lines, as indicated on contract drawings, shall be a
prefabricated conduit system consisting of ASTM-A53 Gr. B service pipes insulated with
calcium silicate and polyurethane foam, encased in a fiberglass casing pipe and connected
with bronze and Teflon couplings. Basis of design is Thermal Pipe Systems Inc. Super Temp
Tite.
7. This is a direct buried High Pressure Steam and Condensate System with a normal operating
conditions are 125 PSIG saturated steam with no expansion loops or devices because this
project site will not accommodate expansion loops. Maximum operating conditions are 150
PSIG at 366 degrees F saturated steam. Design conditions for the system shall be 150 PSIG
at 366 degrees F saturated steam. Each system layout shall be computer analyzed by the
piping system manufacturer to determine the stresses on the system and anticipated thermal
movement of the service pipe. The system design shall be in strict conformance with ASME
B31.1, latest edition. Factory trained field technical assistance shall be provided for the
critical periods of installation, i.e., unloading, field joint instruction and testing. The
preapproved conduit system shall include all piping and components to a point twelve inches
inside the tunnel, building, or manhole wall.
8. The system supplier’s representative shall be responsible for directing the installation and
testing of the conduit system. It shall be certified in writing by the supplier that the
representative is technically qualified and experienced in the installation of the systems. The
supplier's representative shall include at least three complete days 3*8 (24 hours) of
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contractor training on handling, inspection, bedding, installation, joining, testing, repairs,
backfilling and other relevant system details.
9. PIPE MATERIALS AND FITTINGS
a. Systems designs
i. High Pressure Condensate: Normal operating conditions are 125 PSIG
saturated steam. Maximum operating conditions are 150 PSIG at 366 degrees
F saturated steam. Design conditions for the system shall be 150 PSIG at 366
degrees F saturated steam.
ii. Pumped condensate: Normal operating conditions are 100 PSIG at 212
degrees F. Maximum operating conditions are 100 PSIG at 212 degrees F.
Design conditions for the system shall be 100 PSIG at 212 degrees F.
iii. Service Pipe: Steam and condensate piping shall be A53, Grade B ERW.
Steam piping 2 inches NPS and below shall be Schedule 80. Steam piping 2
1/2 inches NPS and above shall be Schedule 40. All condensate piping
including high pressure returns, low pressure returns, and pumped condensate
shall be schedule 80. All joints shall be butt-welded for sizes 2 1/2 inches
greater, and socket welded for 2 inches and below. Where possible, straight
sections shall be supplied in 40 foot random lengths with 6 inches of piping
exposed at each end for field joint fabrication. The pipe shall be machined
and metalized to provide a satisfactory sealing surface for the sealing rings.
The metallizing shall be a high nickel alloy applied to an excess thickness and
then machined to the required OD.
iv. Fittings: Fittings 2 inches and smaller shall be 3000 pound Socket-weld in
accordance with ANSI B16.11. Material shall conform to ASTM A105.
Fittings 2 1/2 inches and larger shall be steel butt-welding type in accordance
with ANSI B16.9 and with the same wall thickness as the attached pipe.
Material shall conform to ASTM A234. Grade WPB.
v. Sub-Assemblies: Gland seals, end seals, and anchors shall be designed and
factory prefabricated to prevent the ingress of moisture into the system. All
piping system terminations that enter a structure (manhole, building, etc.)
shall have a fully jacketed encasement beginning 24” prior to the end of the
system casing to facilitate installation of linkseals at the structure.
vi. Insulation: Carrier pipe insulation shall be multi-layer, with the initial layer
made of calcium silicate. The outer layer shall be polyurethane foam,
consisting of a two component isocyanurate with a density of 2.0 to 3.0
lb/cubic ft and a K-factor of 0.160 BTH-in/hr-ft^2-F and a closed cell content
of 90% or greater. The insulation shall be applied to a total thickness of as
indicated:
vii. 8” NPS; 2 inches of calcium silicate, 1.7 inches of polyurethane for 3.7 inches
total.
viii. 6” NPS; 1.5 inches of calcium silicate, 1.2 inches of polyurethane for 2.7
inches total.
ix. 4” NPS; 1 inch of calcium silicate, 1.25 inches of polyurethane for 2.25 inches
total.
x. 3” NPS; 1 inch of calcium silicate, 1.25 inches of polyurethane for 2.25 inches
total.
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xi. Outer Conduit Insulation and Jacket: Conduit insulation shall be a filament
wound reinforced thermosetting resin plastic (RTRP) meeting ASTM D2310
classification RTRP-12E.
xii. Couplings: Bronze couplings shall meet ASTM B62 for 3” through 6” NPS
and ASTM B61 for 8” through 12” NPS. The molded and machined Teflon
sealing rings shall consist of stainless steel spring loaded TFE seals. The
secondary rubber sealing rings shall be a special molded high temperature
elastomer. The ring surfaces shall be smooth and free from all porosity and
internal voids. The rubber end seals shall be a highly saturated nitrile (HSN)
for steam service. The seals shall be molded using a properly vulcanized
compound. The seal surface shall be smooth and free from all porosity and
internal voids.
xiii. Expansion Loops, Ells and Tees: Piping system layout is intended to allow
for straight runs of piping to expand into the adjacent coupling. Loops are not
used in the system design, and any branches or tees shall be accommodated
within an adjacent manhole using welded pipe.
xiv. Backfill: A 6 inch layer of sand or approved equivalent shall be placed and
tamped in the trench to provide a uniform bedding for the conduit. The entire
trench shall be evenly backfilled with a similar material as the bedding in 6
inch compacted layers to a minimum height of 6 inches above the top of the
insulated piping system. Bedding and backfill materials shall be as
recommended by the manufacturer.
xv. Manufacturers: Thermal Pipe Systems Super Temp Tite for Steam Service, or
Pre-approved equal.
IV. TERMS AND CONDITIONS – SPECIAL
1. All offerors must submit their pricing to the online bidding system
a. Line #1, Pre-Insulated Steam Piping, Fittings, Couplings, and Accessories:
Reference Appendix A - Underground Pre-Insulated Steam Piping Project Manual
– CUP-4003673, Section 336313 and related Appendix B Drawings. A total price
is to be entered in the online bidding system (Line #1) as detailed for this
equipment.
b. Line #2, Manufacturer Field Services:
Offerors are to provide Manufacturer Field Services Labor as detailed in the Project
Manual, Section 336313.1.2.C, as follows:
The system supplier’s representative shall be responsible for directing the installation and
testing of the conduit system. It shall be certified in writing by the supplier that the
representative is technically qualified and experienced in the installation of the systems.
The supplier's representative shall include at least three complete days (24 hours) of
contractor training on handling, inspection, bedding, installation, joining, testing, repairs,
backfilling and other relevant system details.
You may develop a document to breakdown the cost associated with the field
services but the total price for this project must be entered in the online bidding
system.
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c. Additional services – required but will not be used for evaluation. Clemson
University may or may not utilize these services
i. Please detail additional Field Service Engineer Labor services as detailed
in the Project manual, Section 336313.1.2.C., if requested by Clemson
University based on an eight (8) hour day (regular time). This price is to
include a daily rate that must be all inclusive to include all travel, lodging,
meals and all other expenses. Your bidding daily rate must be detailed in
your cost proposal as detailed for this service. The projected need of these
services would be up to three (3) days, however, Clemson University does
not guarantee three (3) days. Your bid rate will be the daily rate used to
compute additional field services if required.
1. AWARD CRITERIA: This project will be awarded to the best-priced responsible and
responsive offer.
V. APPENDICES TO SCOPE OF WORK
Appendix A Project Manual # CUP-4003673 – Underground Pre-Insulated Steam Piping
Appendix B Drawings “Bio Research Sector Utility Improvements, Project CUP-4003673
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