2. RFP Attachment J.1 Fleetwide Dockside Repair and Ship Maintenance Specification Rev 1 .pdf

Fleetwide Dockside Repair and Ship Maintenance I.D.I.Q. Specification Rev 1

1.0 INTENT

The intent of this Specification is to define the requirements for multiple technical support Contractors, known as Vessel Maintenance and Repair Contractors at NOAA for the performance of Dockside Maintenance and Repair Services on NOAA vessels throughout the United States. Hereafter, “Contractor” refers to both the primary Contractor and all subcontractors.

Dockside Maintenance & Repairs Services defined:

Services include, but are not limited to, the performance of full inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance services for Federal marine vessels. These maintenance and repair services could include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: preservation of ship structures, deck covering systems, welding processes, temporary hull access, electrical and HVAC systems, auxiliary machinery systems, shipboard ventilation systems, electrical rotating machines, generators and motors, propulsion systems, and tank and void inspection, testing, repair and maintenance. The Contractor shall also be expected to schedule and coordinate inspections through the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) when required. This requirement will be clarified on a ‘per task order’ basis. Contractor shall provide personnel per Section 5.0.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor shall provide all services, personnel, material, supplies, supervision, labor, expertise, and equipment (except when the use of Government-furnished equipment (GFE) is specified). All work described here within, shall be done in accordance with this Specification, applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, and in accordance with established procedures and NOAA safety programs. Work may be performed on board any NOAA ship; the home port for each ship is listed below. Individual task orders will specify the place of performance. Performance typically occurs at a ship’s homeport; however, performance may occur at a Contractor’s location or at a facility other than the ships’ homeports in some instances.

¯ 3 vessels in New England (North East U.S.) (Okeanos Explorer, Henry Bigelow, Ferdinand Hassler) ¯ 1 vessels in Norfolk, Virginia (Thomas Jefferson) ¯ 2 vessels in Charleston, South Carolina (Ronald Brown, Nancy Foster) ¯ 3 vessels in Pascagoula, Mississippi (Oregon II, Gordon Gunter, Pisces) ¯ 1 vessel in San Diego, California (Reuben Lasker) ¯ 2 vessels in Newport, Oregon (Rainier, Bell Shimada) ¯ 1 vessel in Kodiak Island, Alaska (Oscar Dyson)** ¯ 1 vessel in Ketchikan, Alaska (Fairweather)** ¯ 1 vessel in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Oscar Sette)

See Exhibit 1 on the following page for more details

**The Fairweather and Oscar Dyson are located in Newport, OR during the winter overhaul period (typically between the months of October and February. Dates are approximate and may change year to year depending on the vessels mission requirements).

Dockside Repair and Ship Maintenance I.D.I.Q. Contract Solicitation Specification

Exhibit 1: Regional Map

If performance occurs at a location other than a ship’s homeport, the Contractor may be required provide additional temporary services as specified in individual task orders, in accordance with all terms, conditions, general and special contract requirements, and attachments contained herein or incorporated by reference. These services may include, but are not limited to:

¯ Water ¯ Power ¯ Waste Disposal (Sewage and Trash)

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REFERENCES

3.1 NOAA Standard Specifications, specified at the task order level.

3.2 Technical Manuals, Blueprints, Drawings or Plans as specified in the task order.

Dockside Repair and Ship Maintenance I.D.I.Q. Contract Solicitation Specification

3.3 NOAA Standard Specification No. S0100, Implementation and Conduct of Checkpoints.

3.4 American Bureau of Shipping, Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels.

3.5 Steel Structures Painting Council, Surface Preparation Specifications.

3.6 Code of Federal Regulations, Title 29, Chapter XXVII, OSHA Section 1910.1001.

3.7 Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40, Chapter 61, Subpart M.

3.8 Code of Federal Regulations, Title 46, Subchapter J, Electrical Engineering

3.9 IEEE Std 45-2002; Recommended Practice for Electric Installations on Shipboard.

3.10 NAVFAC P-307, Management of Weight Handling Equipment (June 2003)

4.0 TEST AND INSPECTIONS

All tests shall be accomplished in accordance with referenced NOAA standard specifications and guidelines, or as otherwise required in the task order. The Government shall be entitled to inspection at anytime in the performance of any task. In some cases the Government shall utilize a checkpoint system as defined in NOAA Standard Specification No. S0100, reference 3.3.

5.0 PERSONNEL

The Contractor shall provide a sufficient number of qualified personnel to perform the work described in this Statement of Work and in accordance with the requirements of subsequent task orders. These personnel shall provide the core of knowledge for the Contractor to ensure uninterrupted performance at acceptable quality levels.

The Contractor shall designate sufficient supervisory personnel to meet task outcomes. Contract supervisors shall provide day-to-day supervision of contract personnel including, but not limited to, work monitoring, payroll records, leave, etc. At no time shall Contractor personnel be supervised by Government personnel. Government assistance shall be available to provide technical direction in accordance with CAR 1301.670 through the assigned Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

The following skills are generally required in the repair of NOAA ships. The Contractor shall have the necessary skills and equipment, or clearly have the capability of obtaining these services. Skills or tasks may include, but not be limited to the following:

¯ Welding: all positions, all types, ferrous and non-ferrous, ABS certifications ¯ Ship Fitting ¯ Sandblasting, Mechanical Cleaning, Surface Preparation, and Painting ¯ Pipe Fitting ¯ Crane Services ¯ Hydraulic Systems Repairs, Service, and Troubleshooting ¯ Marine Electrician Services ¯ Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration ¯ Sheet Metal and Ducting ¯ Machinists and Metal Fabrication ¯ Marine Deck Coverings ¯ Insulation, Sheathing, and Joiner Work ¯ Quality Assurance, Inspections, and Testing

Dockside Repair and Ship Maintenance I.D.I.Q. Contract Solicitation Specification

SUBCONTRACTORS

The prime contractor must insure that all subcontracts have proper certifications and credentials prior to the performance of work. The Contracting Officer may request proof of compliance with this requirement at any time.

TRAVEL

If the place of performance is outside the daily travel range (50 mile radius from the contractor’s place of business) the Offeror will submit expected travel related costs with their estimate. Travel related costs must follow the guidelines set forth in FAR 31.205-46. Lodging rates shall not exceed the Federally Mandated rate for the geographic area where the work is to take place.

If circumstances in the place of performance do not allow for the vendor to maintain the geographically set rates for the area the Contracting Officer must be informed immediately and an exception may be given if the CO is given proof (written quote) of the higher rate and is not able to find a better rate within the geographic area where the work shall be performed.

No overhead cost allowance will be given when the Offeror is being reimbursed under these circumstances. Composite work rates will remain fixed regardless of the work location.

6.0 SAFETY PROGRAM. Watercraft and personnel safety are the top priority. The Contractor shall establish and maintain a safety program to promote occupational safety for all personnel. The safety program shall encompass appropriate procedures and practices as necessary to establish a safe and hazard-free working and living environment. The program shall address areas of typical shipboard and port operations evolutions and equipment operations, mission operations, maintenance, and housekeeping. The program shall also incorporate applicable US Coast Guard Regulations.

7.0 SAFETY PLAN. The safety program and plan shall include, but not be limited to asbestos control, heat stress control, hearing and sight conservation, lead control, respiratory protection, electrical safety, gas free engineering, confined space operations, lock-out/tag out procedures, hazardous material control and management, mercury control, polychlorinated biphenyls control and made-made vitreous fibers control. With respect to operations, the safety plan shall address methods to identify, evaluate and control safety and occupational health hazards. The Contractor shall comply with the safety plan approved by the COR/ACOR .

SAFETY PLAN DELIVERABLE. The Safety plan shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

8.0 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZMAT) AND HAZARDOUS WASTES (HAZWASTE

The vessels and watercraft may contain material that is considered to be HAZMAT. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all Contractor employees receive HAZMAT and HAZWASTE training in accordance with applicable OSHA, EPA, and State regulations. For hazardous materials generated during operation and/or maintenance including shipyard periods, the Contractor will comply with the Resource

Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, OPA 90, and all other applicable statutes and regulations. The Contractor is responsible for all hazardous waste disposal generated during the repair period. Hazardous waste shall be properly packaged/containerized with complete identification of all contents clearly labeled on the container in accordance with all Federal, State and local regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for any additional expenses/fines incurred as a result of any acts of noncompliance or negligence or violation of federal, state or local laws and regulations as a result of the Contractor’s management of regulated waste or hazardous materials. The Contractor shall also adhere to Naval Base Kings Bay Hazardous And Industrial Waste Management Plan 5090.3E and Naval Base Kings Bay Hazardous Material Control And Management (HMC&M) Program.

HAZMAT PLAN DELIVERABLE. The Contractor shall submit the HAZMAT plan to the Contracting Officer.

9.0 ACCIDENT REPORTING

The Contractor shall comply with all OSHA requirements for record keeping and reporting of all incidents resulting in death, serious injury, occupational disease, or adverse environmental impact. The Contractor shall provide a verbal report to the COR immediately after each such occurrence.

10.0 PERSONNEL INFORMATION

The Contractor shall provide to the COR a list of the Contractor's supervisors, including shop supervisors, and a list of telephone numbers where the supervisors can be reached during non-working hours in event of an emergency. Any changes to this information shall be sent to the COR immediately. Failure to provide updated information may have a detrimental impact on the contractors performance review.

11.0 RESTRICTED ACCESS

Access by workers to the ship's compartments shall be restricted to those in which work is being performed or through which passage is necessary to reach the work site. All other compartments shall be considered off-limits to workers.

12.0 FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall have access to a marine repair facility within 50 miles of the location of performance. Facilities shall possess or have available the following industrial equipment used in the fabrication and repair of vessels:

(a) Welding equipment for ferrous and non-ferrous metals;

(b) Jigs/work areas for fabrication of ferrous and non-ferrous metals;

(c) Basic machine shop equipment (drill presses, milling machines, lathes, etc.);

(d) Sandblast/spray painting equipment capable of working on large objects such as winches, cranes, small boats (30 feet in length and larger); and

(e) Basic sheet metal fabrication equipment.

All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable NOAA and ABS Regulations and to the satisfaction of the COR.

13.0 PROTECTIVE COVERINGS OF DECK SURFACES

The Contractor shall install protective covering on all deck surfaces that may be affected by the work being performed under the task order. Surfaces shall be covered with temporarily fitted heavy vinyl, plywood or particle board where ever contract work is to be performed and where workers will traverse. Securely tape all of the edges and joints of the protective covering. Maintain the protective covering in place during the entire contract period, renewing sections which are damaged during the contract period. Where deck tile surfaces are to be renewed, deck surface protection prior to renewal is only required to the extent that asbestos tile is protected from damage which could create a personnel exposure hazard. For those decks over which equipment, valves, piping, or other materials must be handled, the temporary protective covering shall be plywood or particle board and shall be of sufficient thickness to protect the deck from damage in the event the equipment or materials are dropped. Fit protective coverings to allow access to and operation of flush escape scuttles.

The Contractor shall protect all compartments, machinery, equipment, deck coverings, furnishings, vent terminals, insulation, glass, cables, electrical panels and controllers, piping systems, coatings, structures, and other ship components from damage and from entry of dust, dirt, grit, sand, and other foreign particles.

Whenever abrasive blasting or other operations which create atmospheric contamination are performed on or near the ship, or which could otherwise allow airborne contaminates to collect on or in the ship, the Contractor shall plug, wrap, blank, cover, or mask all openings to prevent entry of the contaminates into the ship. Install industrial foam filter material on the intake and exhaust end of ventilation systems which will be in use. Renew the filter materials when air flow becomes restricted. Whenever abrasive blasting is performed inside the ship, blast materials shall be confined to the compartment being blasted.

All damage and contamination resulting from failure to provide adequate protection shall be repaired and cleaned to re-establish the condition which existed at the start of the work.

Remove and dispose of all protective coverings after the completion of all other work.

14.0 DAILY CLEAN-UP

The Contractor shall clean-up and remove from the ship all dirt, debris, scrap, and other materials incident to Contractor's work at the end of each work day. The work site shall be left "broom-clean".

Whenever abrasive blasting or other operations on or near the ship causes collection of blasting residue or other foreign particles to collect on exterior decks of the ship, the Contractor shall vacuum or sweep the decks to remove the residue and particles prior to the end of the day on which the contamination occurred. Do not wash the residue or particles through the ship's deck drains.

15.0 DISRUPTION OF SHIP'S SYSTEMS

This section is applicable after reconstruction of the vessel interior is nearly complete and NOAA acceptance of spaces has begun.

Except as necessary to perform work, none of the ship's fire main, electrical, steam, heating, potable water, drainage, or other systems which are vital to crew safety or comfort shall be shut off or disrupted by Contractor. The COR must be provided with notice of a disruption at least 4 hours in advance.

Disruptions shall be limited to 8-hour intervals. If the required work will need a longer interval, temporary bypass hoses, blank flanges, or piping shall be installed to keep the system in operation.

For purposes of this specification, a "disruption" occurs whenever a large section of a system will be unusable. If the only section of the system affected is that on which work is being performed and the remainder of the system can be operated, a "disruption" has not occurred and the requirements of this paragraph do not apply.

16.0 WORK HOURS

At the beginning of the repair period, the Contractor shall advise the COR in writing of the planned regular work day schedule. In the event the Contractor desires to work at times other than those previously scheduled, it is requested that notification is provided to the COR at least 4 hours prior to the end of the scheduled work day preceding the unscheduled work time. If previously unscheduled work is to be performed on a weekend or federal holiday, the COR shall be notified prior to 9:00 a.m. on the work day immediately before the day the unscheduled work is to be performed. NOTE: The intent of this requirement is to assure that NOAA will have the opportunity to be present during contract repairs, and not to limit the Contractor’s work hours.

¯ Time to and from the performance location, including base access, is the responsibility of the contractor and will not be considered to be a reasonable cause of delay in performance.

¯ The contractor shall be available via telephone, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies. In emergency situations, the contractor may start work immediately by verbal authorization from the Contracting Officer.

¯ Ordinarily, work will commence in accordance with the task order. Any exceptions to be authorized by Contracting Officer only.

¯ Work is to be planned and organized as efficiently as possible.

¯ Once a job has commenced, any contractor caused delays which cause work stoppage shall be at the expense of the contractor.

17.0 LOCAL POLICIES AND DIRECTIVES

While Contractor personnel are on the ship or on other government facilities, they shall comply with all policies and directives issued by the Master, Commanding Officer, or Director of the ship or facility.

Only a Contracting Officer may make changes to the terms and conditions of this contract. Any direction that the Contractor deems as a compensable change to the terms and conditions of this contract must be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer immediately.

18.0 GAS FREE CERTIFICATION FOR HOT WORK AND PERSONNEL ACCESS

The Contractor shall be responsible for certifying that a safe atmosphere exists in and about a compartment prior to the commencement of any work. Whenever compartments must be gas free to meet state and federal regulations, the Contractor shall pump down, open, remove sludge, clean, wipe, ventilate and take all other action required to make the compartments safe for the work to be performed. When requested by the Contractor, and to the extent empty tank space is available, NOAA will shift fuel as required to facilitate gas free requirements while the fuel transfer system is still operational. Off-loading of fuel, hydraulic, and lube oils stored in tanks and sumps for performance of contract work items is the responsibility of the Contractor.

Copies of gas free certificates, issued by a Marine Chemist certified by the National Fire Protection Association, shall be posted on the ship in two locations designated by the COTR. Follow-up inspections by the Contractor shall also be documented at the same two locations.

The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying the compartments which require gas free certification.

19.0 WRITTEN HOT WORK NOTICE

Prior to starting hot work on any job or separate area of the ship, provide a written notice to the COTR, or to the Officer on Deck when on duty. The notice shall specify the location of the work, the time hot work will commence and the current gas free status of the area if needed. The COTR shall be notified by the Contractor of the hot work to be performed at the beginning of each work day.

20.0 FIRE WATCH STANDERS

Hot work is permitted only when fire watch standers are provided by the Contractor. A fire watch stander is required whenever welding, flame cutting or other hot work is performed where combustible materials are present within 35 feet; or where wall or deck openings within a 35-feet radius expose combustible materials in adjacent areas; or when combustible materials are adjacent to the opposite side of metal partitions exposed to hot work, and could be ignited by conduction or radiation. In the latter case, a fire watch stander is required on both sides of the partition.

Each fire watch stander shall be outfitted by the Contractor with a fire extinguisher of a suitable size and type.

Prior to leaving the work site, the fire watch stander shall verify with the worker performing the hot work that no further hot work will be performed.

Insulation, sheathing, or other materials which limit access to either side of a partition or structure on which hot work is being performed shall be considered to be interference, and shall be removed and restored by the Contractor.

21.0 MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS

Oxygen, acetylene, and gas supply manifold systems shall be located off the ship by the Contractor and have a shutoff valve to the gas supply located on the dock. The shutoff valve shall be in addition to the master shutoff valve at the inlet to each portable outlet header.

Material brought onto the ship shall be stored until used in areas which do not interfere with access to fire-fighting equipment or personnel access. Crating and packing shall be removed prior to bringing the equipment or material aboard the ship, unless needed to protect the equipment or material from damage during handling. In that case, the crating and packing shall be removed from the equipment or material, and shall be removed from the ship, immediately after being brought aboard.

Rigging of hoses, welding leads, and temporary lights put in place by the Contractor shall be kept clear of the decks on temporary "trees" or brackets and be arranged so as to minimize tripping and other safety hazards. Passageways shall be kept as clear of obstructions as possible.

22.0 REMOVALS

Whenever removal of equipment or machinery is specified, but reinstallation is not specified, the Contractor shall remove all related electric cables, brackets, foundations, and piping. Removal of cables shall be to the nearest circuit breaker or terminal not needed for operation of other equipment or machinery. Removal of piping shall include all related piping not used by other systems or equipment.

Install pipe caps or blank flanges as needed to restore piping system integrity.

Whenever removal of piping or cables involves penetration through bulkheads, decks, hull plating or other watertight boundaries, the Contractor shall crop out the penetration and install an insert plate of same thickness as the adjacent plating. Insert plates shall be at least 6-inches in diameter, but as a minimum must comply with ABS requirements for inserting steel decks and bulkheads.

23.0 STRUCTURAL ACCESS OPENINGS

The Contractor may, with prior approval, cut access openings in ship's structure if required to perform work. Such openings shall be limited to those which are essential for access to otherwise inaccessible areas or which greatly improve accessibility for removals or installations. The method and accomplishment of access cuts in hull and watertight boundaries require ABS authorization, inspection and approval.

Prior to making any access opening in ship's structure, the Contractor shall submit to the COTR a sketch of the proposed opening, showing the location and dimensions of the proposed access cut, adjacent framing members, nearby penetrations, scantlings of the structure, and documentation of ABS approval when required. Generous radii shall be provided at all corners. Also include a description of the eventual restoration configuration, with material and welding details, and a narrative justification for cutting the opening. Submittal of the sketch does not insure that the COTR will authorize the cut as proposed. The Contractor shall proceed with the access cut only after return by the COTR of a signed copy of the sketch.

24.0 FUEL OIL AND LUBE OIL OFFLOADING

Whenever the Contractor is required to or elects to offload fuel oil or lube oil from the ship, the oil shall be pumped to and stored in clean moisture-free storage tanks. Meter the oils with a calibrated meter during offloading and during return. Take test samples during offloading and during return, and have the test samples analyzed by a lab for water and impurities to verify that the oils were not contaminated while in the Contractor's possession. Provide copies of lab reports to the COTR.

After all work which necessitated the oil's removal has been completed, the Contractor shall return the oil to the ship. In lieu of storing the oil, the Contractor may accept title and responsibility for disposal of the oil and provide an equal amount of new clean oil, same as that removed. Test samples are required, even if this option is exercised by the Contractor.

25.0 DISPOSAL OF FLUIDS

Whenever work requires that equipment, machinery, piping, or tanks be drained of fluids, the Contractor shall be responsible for the draining and proper disposal of the fluids. In the event that the Contractor drains the fluid into the ship's bilges, the Contractor shall pump all fluids from the applicable bilges into dockside tanks and properly dispose of the fluids. The Contractor shall also properly dispose of those fluids that have accumulated prior to the time, and between the time, that the equipment, machinery, piping or tanks were drained and such time that the bilges have been pumped dry by the Contractor.

26.0 WATER DEPTHS AND HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS

At no time will the ship be moored at any dock or transit any waterway which has a water depth less than that required to provide a minimum clearance under the lowest underwater projection. Clearance requirements will be specified per task order.

The minimum liquid load, drafts and displacement of the ship at which the government intends to transit and arrive at the Contractor's facility will be provided upon request prior to arrival. Also included will be information concerning any changes in the ships liquid load which the Contractor will be permitted to make in order to meet the minimum underwater clearance requirements.

At no time will the ship transit a waterway which has non-opening bridge or other overhead structure that would cause less than one-foot clearance over the ship's highest projection. In order to permit passage of the ship under bridges or other overhead structures in the waterway, the government will lower masts which have hinged connections for that purpose. However, the government will not remove, and will not permit the Contractor to remove, any part of the ship's structure or equipment for the purpose of providing the required overhead clearance.

27.0 TESTS AND INSPECTIONS

At least four hours, but not more than 24 hours, in advance of conducting each required test and inspection, notify the COTR in order to allow the COTR the opportunity to witness, or to arrange for another NOAA representative to witness, the tests and inspections. If the COTR or other NOAA representative is not present at the scheduled time of the test or inspection, and if the required 4-hour advance notification was furnished to the COTR, the Contractor may proceed with the test or inspection.

All tests and inspections shall be witnessed by the Contractor's supervisor responsible for the work. A Condition Report shall be prepared to document the results of all tests and inspections.

To the extent possible, all tests and inspections shall be scheduled during the normal weekday work shift. Tests and inspections may be scheduled for other times only when necessary to avoid a delay in the contract completion. When necessary to schedule a test or inspection after the normal day shift or on a weekend, the COTR shall be notified of the test or inspection at least four hours before the end of the last preceding regular work shift.

The Contractor shall perform an operational test of all newly installed, overhauled, and repaired equipment to demonstrate proper operation. Shipboard equipment will be operated by the ship's crew.

Whenever a "hose test" is specified, the Contractor shall conduct the test by directing a 50-psig stream of water from a 1-1/2 inch fire hose through an all purpose nozzle at a distance of not more than 10 feet from the surface being tested. Direct the stream of water in a manner most likely to disclose a leak and inspect the opposite side of the surface for leaks.

Whenever equipment, machinery, systems, or other system components are required to be disassembled, opened or overhauled, the Contractor shall complete all disassembling and inspections during the first 25-percent of the work performance period. All tanks required to be opened shall also be opened and gas-freed during the first 25-percent of the work performance period. No time extension of the work performance period will be granted for delays caused by the Contractor's failure to comply with this 25-percent time requirement.

28.0 ENGINE ROOM BILGE CLEANING

The Contractor shall pump and properly dispose of all oily water from the engine room bilges and clean bilges as required for hot work. At the completion of all repair contract work, clean the engine room bilges by flushing with a fresh water and detergent solution (to remove all oil and other debris) and pump the bilges dry. If bilges are already clean upon arrival at the work location, the cleaning of the engine room bilges may be deferred to a later time during contract. If bilge cleaning is not performed the cost of the bilge cleaning shall be deducted from the contract total.

29.0 WEIGHT AND STABILITY

Throughout the performance period of the repair contract, the Contractor shall track the weight changes to the vessel resulting from the work items in the repair contract. The location and amount of the weight shall be recorded for both removals and additions including the differences between equipment being replaced with new equipment. The current record of weight changes shall be provided to the COTR at each weekly progress meeting with the total itemized record to be provided at the contract completion date. The weight record shall be the actual recorded weight and not an estimate, utilizing certified weighing devices. The intent is to have an accurate count to provide to the design agent who will accomplish the stability test report post repair period.

30.0 SHIPBOARD STORAGE

No space or compartment on the ship shall be used for storage by the Contractor of materials or tools.

The materials allowed at the work site shall be limited to those that will be installed, consumed, or otherwise used during the work shift in progress. When needed or required, obtain approval from NOAA’s facilities manager and provide a temporary dockside storage area to store materials and tools.

Non-hazardous materials that will be used within a week’s time may be stored on the ship if approved by the Commanding Officer prior to bringing them on board. Material brought onto the ship shall be stored until used in areas which do not interfere with access to fire-fighting equipment or personnel access. Crating and packing shall be removed prior to bringing the equipment or material aboard the ship, unless needed to protect the equipment or material from damage during handling. In that case, the crating and packing shall be removed from the equipment or material, and shall be removed from the ship, immediately after being brought aboard.

31.0 INTERFERENCES AND RESTORATIONS

Remove all interferences and obstructions necessary to complete the required work. This shall include the disassembly and removal of machinery, piping, ducts, cable, wiring, insulation, structures, and anything else, which interferes with the proper accomplishment of work. Except as otherwise specified, this does not include relocations made necessary by new installations, which physically prevent an interference from being returned to its existing location.

Whenever an interference to be removed involves a structural strength member, temporary supports shall be provided to compensate for the strength loss. Whenever watertight integrity is violated by a removed interference, provide a temporary means of maintaining watertight integrity, except when work is actually being performed or the space is otherwise manned.

Restore all interferences to their existing configuration and condition. Install new gaskets and fasteners.

In place of material that is rendered unsuitable for reinstallation during removal or storage, provide and install new materials which are equal in composition, strength, design, type, and size as existed prior to removal. All insulation removed or damaged shall be renewed with new insulation.

Material containing asbestos, which is removed as interference, shall not be reinstalled. Instead, renew the asbestos-containing material with a new non-asbestos material, which provides the same function, and general appearance as that removed.

Align and conduct strength, tightness, and operational tests to ensure that the reinstalled interferences safely perform their normal functions.

The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying all interferences involved in accomplishing required work. Interferences are not normally identified in the detail specifications of the work item.

32.0 FINAL CLEANUP OF VESSEL

The Contractor shall clean all deck surfaces and wash tile decking. Clean all dirt from exterior decks and wash down exterior decks.

33.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

Before final acceptance the Contractor shall furnish to the COTR all operation and maintenance manuals for all newly installed equipment.

34.0 REPORTS

A report (required in MS Office format unless otherwise specified) of work accomplished, materials used and man-hours expended is to be submitted with each invoice. “As found” and “as released” readings are to be included where applicable. A copy of the report is to be sent to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Port Engineer. All reports will be provided to the Government electronically.