Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Region III Center
Lisle, Illinois
NATURE OF PROJECT:
Blast mitigation
SCOPE OF PROJECT:
Square Ft of Windows Protected – 9,531
Attachment System – 4 sided structural silicone (DOW955)
Number of Windows Protected – 351
TYPE OF FILM INSTALLED:
8-mil Clear Fragment Retention Film
PROJECT RUN BY:
General Services Administration
CHARACTER OF PROJECT:
The project called for the use of a flexible heavy vinyl attachment system that was to be applied to the film and window frame with double sided tape. This system was capable of passing GSA's protection level 3b. Under heavy stress, however, Commercial Window Shield knew that the flexible portion of the system could tear and would be ineffective. They presented a case to GSA prior to the bid date recommending a specification change for a different and better system but GSA did not want to make a change. Commercial Window Shield bid on the job as specified and was awarded the job. After the award, they brought up the alternate system and were told they could present its use at the pre-construction meeting. They installed a prototype of each system at this meeting. Once GSA and the NRC saw the systems, it was obvious that the proposed alternative was less obtrusive. The government was initially interested because the system looked exactly like the existing window glazing. They became more interested when they found out that the system was stronger (it meets the GSA's protection level 3a) and it was going to cost less. The contract was for $136,682. The system Commercial Window Shield proposed and the government accepted was $115,444. This resulted in a savings to the government of $21,238. Not only did the enhanced installation come in under budget, but the project was also completed well within the 10-day deadline.
CONTRACTING OFFICER COMMENT WHEN ASKED TO BE A REFERRAL:
“You can definitely share the information provided to other agencies. If you would like to submit my name or the name of any of the team members, we won't mind answering any questions. Your firm did an excellent job on this project and we look forward to working with you again.”
- Cindy Meraz, Contracting Officer / Team Leader
General Services Administration
"Wayne, Thank you for your email. Based on the information you have provided me below, I will give Steve the appropriate documents he needs from me. We will take care of the change order as quickly as possible, keeping in mind many people are on vacation due to the Christmas holiday. I would also like to thank you and your team for the outstanding work performed. DIA is extremely pleased with how quickly the work was done and with so few disruptions to the employees. You have a very professional and reliable crew. Please pass on my sincere thanks for their outstanding work. Have a Merry Christmas!"
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Susannah T. Finch
P.E.