70Z08518PR4526700_Amendment_0003_page_2.docx

Sol. 70Z08518PR4526700 Amendment 0003 page of 3 Answers to Questions received from interested offerors

Question 1 : In Attachment 2, Schedule of Supplies –services, for D-17 “Rack installation “ there is no associated work in the SPEC Attachment I?

Answer to Q 1: The work of D-17 Rack installation is associated with Attachment 1’s work item D-17 : Temporary Pipe Berths, Install

Question 4 Where are the Drawings of D-8 Gray water pipe?

Answer to Q4: Those drawings the series 750- WMSL- 750 Will be sent on another shipment of Fedex package (though 1st If you wish to receive copies of the drawings, please submit a completed Attachment 6 of the solicitation “the non disclosure form “ to Kathryn.rato@uscg.mil )

Question 5: Regarding D-1 of the Spec Attchmt 00001, para. 3.2 Table 1 lists Relief Valves 1-DLOS-V-015 and 2-DLOS-V-015 as being integral to the pump. Please provide the pump/equipment tech manual to assist in overhaul of these relief valves.

Answer to Question 5: Prospective offerors are to view the valve details provided in Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL 505-1, Rev C, List of Relief Valves (ASC505001).

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Question 6: Regarding D-8 Water Piping, Clean & Flush “It is the KTR’s understanding that services outlined in Std Spec. 0000, paragraph 3.2.11 (specifically showers & heads) are available at the Coast Guard facility for the cutter’s personnel during the performance of this work item.?

Please confirm this and whether this satisfies any requirements for this dockside repair period.?

Answer for Q6: Showers and heads available at Coast Guard Island are not sufficient for the purposes of providing facilities for cutter personnel during the performance of work item 8. Buildings are closed/locked at the end of each day making after hours use impossible. As part of the bid, Contractors should account for shower/head needs as outlined in Std. Spec. 0000, paragraph 3.2.11.

Question 7: Regarding D-8 para 3.2 Paragraph 3.2 calls out to perform an initial inspection using fiber optics prior to cleaning operations. Due to the potential safety hazards inherent with accessing this system prior to cleaning & gas-free, please elaborate on the extent of this initial inspection.

Answer for Q7: The purpose of the inspection is to identify the initial condition of the piping and the extent of calcium carbonate deposits, solid deposits, and other build up in the gray water system. Given the potential safety hazards, the Contractor shall ensure that all necessary precautions are taken as dictated by all OSHA safety and health regulations for ship repairing, and any other applicable Federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations, for the protection of both personnel and property.

Question 8: Regarding D-1 para 3.2 Relief Valves: As some of the relief valves listed in Table 1 concern the cutters fuel tanks, will the cutter be responsible for any movement of fuel to remove & replace these valves safely?

Answer for Q8: Paragraph 3.3.1 says, “The Contractor shall ensure that, in accordance with Std Spec 0000, the relief valve is isolated, isolation valves tagged, and pressure is relieved prior to removal.” The cutter will provide qualified personnel to operate ship systems to ensure the contractor can meet these requirements.

Question 9: Regarding D-17 Pipe Berthing (attachment 1) Can the government provide the following drawings listed in section 2 of this revised work item? 750-WMSL 640-001, 750-WMSL 640-003, 750-WMSL 640-XXX, Rev. 2; Bertholf-Temporary Berthing Work Item Rev. 1; Bertholf-Temporary Berthing Arrangements and Details, Rev 2A; Click Bond Drawing CB3201, Rev 3 Answer for Q9: The Coast Guard cannot issue the NAVSEA drawings directly to interested offerors. They will be sent through the following website: https://safe.amrdec.army.mil/safe/ If you wish to receive copies of the drawings, please submit a completed Attachment 6 of the solicitation “the non disclosure form “ to Kathryn.rato@uscg.mil