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Cathodic Protection Maintenance Services

Department of Energy · FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR
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Solicitation details

Solicitation number
SM-381952
Notice type
Solicitation
NAICS
541330
Product service code
H299
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted
2026-07-29
Response deadline
Aug 21, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC
Place of performance
IL
Contracting contact
smercil@fnal.gov

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Statement of work, as posted

FermiForward is seeking qualified contractors to perform monthly and annual inspection, testing, and reporting services for Fermilab’s cathodic protection systems. The contractor shall provide qualified personnel, calibrated equipment, and required documentation to inspect underground natural gas piping cathodic protection systems, impressed current stations, rectifiers, and associated components. Services include system measurements, condition assessments, routine minor maintenance, deficiency notifications, and comprehensive inspection reports with recommendations for corrective actions.

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Point of contact
Seth Mercil
Role
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Email
smercil@fnal.gov
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