RFP – Painting and Blasting Services McDuffie Coal Terminal

The Alabama Port Authority is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive painting and blasting services for equipment at the McDuffie Coal Terminal in Mobile, AL. The work includes surface preparation, abrasive blasting to near‑white‑metal standards, and application of specified Sherwin‑Williams coating systems on a variety of terminal assets such as ship loaders, cranes, and conveyor towers. The contract is a time‑and‑materials, not‑to‑exceed agreement with a base period of 12 months and up to four optional 12‑month renewals, allowing a potential five‑year term. Vendors must hold SSPC‑QP‑1 certification, supply NACE‑certified inspectors, and meet extensive insurance, licensing, and badge requirements. • Scope: Cleaning, vapor‑blasting, and coating of terminal equipment per SSPC and manufacturer specifications. • Requirements: Certified personnel (SSPC‑QP‑1, NACE), consumables, instrumentation, daily production reports, and rapid mobilization within 48 hours of notice. • Evaluation: Emphasis on mobilization capability, past performance, warranty terms, and price (hourly labor, equipment rates, material markup).