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The purpose of Amendment 0002 includes the following:

1. Extend the solicitation due date from August 23, 2024 to August 30, 2024 at 4:00 PM Eastern

Time.

2. Answer questions set forth below.

3. Rename Work Item 3.25 to Open and Inspect of MCT.

4. Remove Work Item 3.30, MG Set #1 and #2 Clean/Inspect Bearings, as it is no longer required.

The Work Item number will remain as a placeholder.

5. Provide a revised specification to reflect answered questions and clarifications, with edits marked in red.

6. Requested references will be sent via Kiteworks. Please contact Contract Specialist, Kelani

Lawrence at Kelani.Lawrence@noaa.gov, if not received within the first 2 hours of posting.

7. Upload revised Price Schedule to reflect Work Item changes.

Question (Q): Item 3.17 Hose Renewals - Does not reference hose logs for various systems and KTR has determined hose logs for the trawl winch, stbd J-frame and the upper deck crane would greatly enhance quotation quality. Please provide.

Answer (A): References 12981 Crane Host List and Hydraulic Hoses Drydock ‘25, attached.

Q: Item 3.17 Hose Renewals - Can the Government supply a list with the size, length, pressure, style of hose fittings and material of end fittings for each hose for each equipment mentioned in paragraph 3.17.4.1?

A: References 12981 Crane Host List and Hydraulic Hoses Drydock ‘25, attached.

Q: Item 3.5.5.2 Sea Valves - Can NOAA supply a list of what valves on the valve list have reach rods?

A: Yes, there is an additional list of sea valves with reach rods. See REACH ROD MASTER LIST reference attached.

Q: Item 3.7 ABS Special Survey Inspection - Lists Drawing No. SE-123-01, “Tank Sounding Tables.” as a reference but it was not included in the technical package. Will USG provide?

A: Reference SE_NONE_0218 T-3_RevNO REVISION_Sht1 THRU 69_N_A_TANK CAPACITY TABLES attached.

Q: Item 3.10.4.8.1 Miscellaneous Steel Repairs - Can the Government specify that pipe replacements shall each be between 2' and 4' in length?

A: Reference GU_NONE_GU-528-6630021_RevNONE_Sht1 THRU 4_N_A_GU-528-6630021 PLUMBING DRAINS AND SEWAGE SYSTEM DIAGRAM attached for the piping system. See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.11.4.1 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - The Government's estimate of necessary pipe fittings appears significantly low and does not include tees. Is this the basis that Contractors are to prepare their bids?

A: Reference GU_NONE_GU-528-6630021_RevNONE_Sht1 THRU 4_N_A_GU-528-6630021 PLUMBING DRAINS AND SEWAGE SYSTEM DIAGRAM attached for the piping system. See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.11.4.13 and Item 3.11.4.14 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Linkages might otherwise be referred to as remote valve operators. If this is the case, what portion of each "linkage" is to be replaced? How many valve linkages are to be replaced and which valves are they?

A: The linkages connect the sea chest valves. They are approximately 12’ apart. The linkages connecting the sea valves need to be replaced as they are currently maxed out and do not close the sea chests in the current state. See revised specification. Need approximately 8 new linkages.

Q: Item 3.11.4.17.1 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - What portion of the suction and discharge piping is to be replaced?

A: Reference SE_NONE_NONE_RevNONE_Sht1 THRU 8_N_A_TA-529-6233819 BILGE AND BALLAST SYSTEM DIAGRAM is attached. Approximately 40 LF of 2.5” SCH 80 pipe.

Q: Item 3.11.4.17.1 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Please provide the size and quantity of piping to be renewed.

A: The drawing for the piping system is GU_NONE_GU-528-6630021_RevNONE_Sht1 THRU 4_N_A_GU- 528-6630021 PLUMBING DRAINS AND SEWAGE SYSTEM DIAGRAM attached.

Q: Item 3.11.4.17.1 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Please provide missing references 3.11.2.6 and 3.11.2.7

A: Not required. References removed; see revised specification.

Q: Item 3.12 Main Motor Thrust bearing, Inspect, Clean & Oil Change - Please provide missing reference

3.12.2.6 Tech Manual HA-235-02 Main Propulsion Motors, Bow Thruster Motor, Ship’s Service Transformers.

A: Reference EX_235_OE-235-01_RevNO REVISION_Sht1 THRU 498_N_A_MAIN PROPULSION MOTORS BOW THRUSTER MOTORS SHIPS SERVICE TRANSFORMERS attached.

Q: Item 3.18 Galley and Crews Mess Decking Top Coat Removal - Is this to replace 100% of the deck covering or a reseal? If replacing 100%, what material to be used, terrazzo?

A: This item is for the removal of the top coat that has the abrasive surface. The problem is that the stewards have a difficult time cleaning the floors because the mops get destroyed by the abrasive surface. The stewards want a smooth surface that is easy to clean.

Q: Item 3.21 Head Repairs - Can the Government provide vendors a PDF copy of the existing toilet supply water piping drawings?

A: Reference EX-GU-SE_521_521-6233904_RevF_Sht1 THRU 3_N_A_SAN FLUSH SYS ARRGT ABV MN DK attached.

Q: Item 3.23 Small Boat Maintenance - Is the contractor to perform the 50 hour, 300 hour and 500 (or

600) hour maintenance requirements for each of the three (3) boats regardless of how many hours each boat has logged?

A: SE-2 is removed SE-4 – Perform 300 hour maintenance FRB: Perform 300 hour recommended service by Styre Marine Manufacturer See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.24 Antenna Replacement/Restoration - Can the Government provide drawings depicting the location and configuration of each antenna as well as the terminus inside the pilothouse of each antenna cable?

A: The antennas are located above the bridge. There are no drawings.

Q: Item 3.25 Cable Pulls and Transit Repairs - Without specific identification of cables to be removed (origin and end of cable run) and how many cables to be removed, vendors will not be capable of providing an accurate estimate of the effort necessary to remove all "unused cables from the ship's cable trays.” Can the government provide?

A: The scope of work will change to an open and inspect style. See updated specification.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods and Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Can the Government supply vendors with the specifications for the replacement cable (size, configuration, load rating)?

A: The certificate for the existing cable is at the end of this Work Item. Please use that to procure the same size/strength cable.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods and Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Can the Government supply the vendors a list of the components included in the GFE package and a PDF copy of the Tech Manual for the Cranesmart Load System?

A: References OS_573_08 NORTH AMERICAN CRANE AND EQUIPMENT COMPANY OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL S N MCK-1250-00-1508 (1) and 12981-NOAA CRANE Manual-DRAFT (1) attached.

Q: Item 3.31 Annual Weight Testing of Weight Handling Equipment - Can NOAA supply Tech Manuals for each of the equipment listed in paragraph 3.31.4.1 with Manufacturer's information (Manufacturer's name, Model no., Serial No.)?

A: Reference SE_556_ADV-556-001_RevA_Sht1 THRU 11_N_A_HYDRAULIC PIPING SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS attached.

Q: Item 3.33 Valve and Strainer Replacement - Can the Government provide nameplate data for the items listed to be replaced (3.35.5.1.1-6)?

A: This label is unavailable.

Q: Item 3.34 Fabrication of Gasoline Tank - Do the design drawings of the tank and jettisoning mechanism need to be reviewed, approved, and stamped by ABS?

A: There are drawings for the tank as well as an existing tank for the port side that needs to be replicated on the starboard side. The tank and foundation for the port side will be brought with the ship so the contractor can use it as a template. ABS approval is not necessary as the government already has the plans.

Q: Item 3.35 Alfa Laval Fuel Purifier Service/Overhaul - Can NOAA supply a Tech Manual?

A: Tech manual is not available. There is only a paper copy on board the ship. Please contact the recommended Alfa Laval Technician for a quote for this work.

Q: Item 3.1.4.4 Drydock and Routine Drydock Work - To increase competition for the subject solicitation, contractor respectfully requests consideration to delay or extend the period of performance by one month.

A: No delay or period of performance extension will be considered.

Q: Item 3.1.4.4 Drydock and Routine Drydock Work - Contractor respectfully requests to waive the requirement to “drydock within the first two days of contract performance period.”

A: The specification says within the first seven (7) days of the contract performance period.

Q: Item 3.1.4.5.2 Drydock and Routine Drydock Work - It states "Block the ship with a minimum of four feet clearance under the keel (forward and aft of the Transducer Fairing Unit) in Docking Position No. 1."

Due to Oscar Sette the contractor cannot dock the vessel on 4' blocks. Contractor requests to drydock the Oscar Sette in 1' block. Please advise if this will be acceptable.

A: One foot blocks are not acceptable. The minimum is four feet.

Q: Item 3.5 Sea Valve Overhauls - Please provide missing reference 3.5.2.3 Dwg. #342-6233836 Main Engine Sea Water Cooling Sys Arrgt.

A: Reference 6233836_F MN ENG SW COOL SYS ARRGT attached.

Q: Item 3.15 Annual Life Raft Inspection - Please provide the reports from the last life raft servicing, expiration dates on items, and certificate of reinspection?

A: Reference OSCAR ELTON SETTE RAFT CERTS attached.

Q: Item 3.27 Transducer Pod Resign - Please provide missing reference 3.27.2.3 SE-461-2.3 Rev A, STBD Transducer Fairing.

A: Reference SE-461-003_Rev A_STBD Transducer Fairing Modifications attached.

Q: Item 4.3.4.2 Transducer Trunk Shell Plate Repair - If a delay is solely attributable to ABS, and the Government is contracting directly with ABS, and the delay causes the contractor additional expense, how is the Government not responsible to compensate the Contractor for the additional expense? The FARs support the Contractors right to compensation for additional expenses caused by the Government or subcontractors working directly for the Government.

A: See revised specification.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Please provide the 4.4.2.3 reference for the Carrier brand maintenance manual.

A: Reference Reefer Manual 90YR13NSB7QD6K2R attached.

Q: Item 4.5 Overhaul ASW Pump - Can NOAA supply the manufacture name of the pump and the Model no., Serial No., size of pump?

A: Reference Aurora ASW Pump attached.

Q: Item 4.5 Overhaul ASW Pump - Can NOAA supply a Tech Manual for the ASW pump and motor?

A: Reference Aurora ASW Pump attached.

Q: Item 4.6 Fan Overhauls - Could the government provide the formal designation of each of the fans to be serviced and the nameplate data relating to each?

A: Two generator room fans, and one forepeak fan. The generator fans are not accessible without taking it apart.

Q: Item 4.7 Dial Telephone and Public Address/General Alarm Systems Upgrade - Could the government provide a PDF copy of the vessel's current Dial Telephone & Public Address/ General Alarm System related drawings ?

A: References 6233670_E, 6631016_F, 6233665_F (1), and 6631017_F, 0000322_E attached. Contact awardee for questions on the new system. See revised specification Item 4.7.6.1 and 4.7.6.2.

Q: Item 7.2 Port CTD Winch Overhaul - Could the government provide a more detailed definition of the specific inspections and repairs to be made to the CT winch?

A: Labor cost is unknown at the moment. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 7.2 Port CTD Winch Overhaul - Could the government provide a PDF copy of the tech manual and/or PDF copies of drawings that detail the assembly of the winches?

A: Spec has been updated. Reference OS_575_05 INSTRUCTION BOOK MARKEY TYPE DYSH-3 HYDROGRAPHIC WINCH SN 8759-116565 attached. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 7.3 Trawl Winch Repairs - Could the government provide a PDF copy of the tech manual and/or PDF copies of drawings that detail the assembly of the winches?

A: The model is the WT202 Trawl winch. Reference SE_575_OS-575-03_Rev1_Sht1 THRU 205_N_A_INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR WT202_40 TRAWL WINCH SET & RT840 NET REEL attached.

Q: Item 3.6 Underwater Hull Maintenance Coat - May the KTR utilize equivalent grit blasting processes for coatings removal work in Item 3.6?

A: If the alternative blasting process meets or exceeds the SSPC Standards (6 & 10), then that is acceptable.

Q: Item 3.10.2.4 Miscellaneous Steel Repairs - Will USG define and make available Reference 3.10.2.4 called out in Item 3.6 paras 3.6.4.1.6 and 3.6.4.1.8?

A: See revised specification at Item 3.6.4.1.6 and 3.6.4.1.8.

Q: Item 4.6 Underwater Hull Maintenance Coat - Will USG provide label plate horsepower and rated RPM for the specified vaneaxial fans?

A: Reference GU_NONE_GU-KA-512-03_RevNONE_Sht1 THRU 94_N_A_GU-KA-512-03 CENTRIFUGAL AND VANEAXIAL VENTILATION FANS is attached.

Q: Item 7.2 Port CTD Winch Overhaul - During ship check the PE mentioned this item required some long lead material. What is this material and what, if any, changes will be made to the spec item?

A: The long lead times of the material shall not change the spec prior to award. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 3.11 - Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Para 3.11.4.17.1, PE said 8 linear feet would be the required quantity of piping for renewal. Will USG confirm?

A: Yes, 8 linear feet is correct. See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.25 Cable Pulls and Transit Repairs - PE mentioned there would be an allowance of hours for this item. Will USG confirm the number of allowance hours for this item?

A: The spec has changed to an open and inspect.

Q: Item 3.11 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Reference 3.11.2.6 Scientific Seawater Piping Replacement – Supplemental Pictures, is not found in the provided technical package. Will USG provide?

A: Reference has been removed. See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.11 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Paragraph 3.11.4.7 is ambiguous as to its intent and does not provide direction. Will USG provide additional detail and direction for this paragraph?

A: Item 3.11.4.7 is related to the 400 linear feet of pipe in Item 3.11.4.1.

Q: Item 3.6 Underwater Hull Maintenance Coat - Are we correct to assume that item 3.6.4.1.6 intends to reference 3.6.2.4, NOAA Standard Specification 631-1 – Underwater Body Preservation?

A: Yes, that is correct. It is the correct reference.

Q: Item 3.6 Underwater Hull Maintenance Coat - Line 3.6.4.1.7 indicates preparing the entire Underwater Body for a Maintenance System using a sweep and spot of WJ-4, in accordance with SSPC- SP 12. Reference 631-1 – Underwater Body Preservation allows for spot blasting 10-10m^2 areas to SSPC-SP 7, and 10- 1m^2 areas to SSPC-SP 10. Are we correct in our understanding that 100% sweep blast can be performed with sandblast grit to SP-7 and coated to the “Maintenance System” as described in reference 3.6.2.4?

A: Yes

Q: Item 3.6 Underwater Hull Maintenance Coat - In reference 3.6.2.4, NOAA Standard Specification 631- 1 – Underwater Body Preservation, the paint system table shown under line 3.4.2 (for a maintenance system) includes lines that cut off. Can you please provide a revised version of this standard spec that shows all intended detail?

A: Reference 631-1 Underwater Body Preservation attached.

Q: Item 3.6 Underwater Hull Maintenance Coat - Regarding line 3.6.4.1.8, are we correct in our interpretation that 2400 SQFT of previously sweep blasted area is to an SSPC-SP 10/NACE No. 2 or SSPC- SP WJ-2/NACE WJ-2 finish?

A: Yes, either is acceptable.

Q: Item 3.7 ABS Special Survey Inspection - Item 3.7.1.1 Please provide a document stating what is ABS-required for "Special Periodical Survey - Intermediate Hull 8."

A: Reference ABS_Requirements-Intermediate Hull Survey 8 is attached.

Q: Item 3.8 Freeboard Preservation - Line 3.8.4.4 indicates painting of the inner bulwarks and bulwark frames at the 02 deck. While we noticed some rust blooms on the inner bulwarks of the 01 deck, it appeared that the inner bulwarks of the 02 deck (on the forecastle dk) had been freshly painted. Please confirm that the inner bulwarks in this area are desired for recoating.

A: The contractor is required to perform the work in the statement of work (0-2 deck).

Q: Item 3.8 Freeboard Preservation - Please confirm that outboard handrails and posts between frames 14 and 72 on the 01 and 02 deck are not intended to be part of the scope for this item.

A: No, they do not include the hand rails.

Q: Item 3.9 Service Clear Flow System - Can NOAA supply the Technical Manual and Drawings for this system?

A: The tech manual is not available, however the reports from the commissioning of the unit are attached. Contact Wilson Walton for tech manual and see references WILSON WALTON OSCAR SETTE SERVICE REPORT 02-2018 and WILSON WALTON OSCAR SETTE Inspection Report 01-2018 attached.

Q: Item 3.9 Service Clear Flow System - In paragraph 3.9.4.3, can NOAA give us more information about the wire that is to be replaced in the generator room, such as the following: What components each end of the wire its connections go to?

A: An anode to the control box. The control box is located just outside of the main control (in the engine room). The wire run is from the control box to the anode (sea chest, inside the generator room).

Q: Item 3.9 Service Clear Flow System - What size, type and length the wire is?

A: The tech manual is not available, however the reports from the commissioning of the unit are attached. Contact Wilson Walton for tech manual and see references WILSON WALTON OSCAR SETTE SERVICE REPORT 02-2018 and WILSON WALTON OSCAR SETTE Inspection Report 01-2018 attached.

Q: Item 3.9 Service Clear Flow System - Can NOAA supply an electrical wire drawing showing the wire that is to be replaced?

A: The tech manual is not available, however the reports from the commissioning of the unit are attached. Contact Wilson Walton for tech manual and see references WILSON WALTON OSCAR SETTE SERVICE REPORT 02-2018 and WILSON WALTON OSCAR SETTE Inspection Report 01-2018 attached.

Q: Item 3.9 Service Clear Flow System - In paragraph 3.9.4.2, is the Contractor to purchase and provide six new anodes?

A: Yes that is correct.

Q: Item 3.10 Miscellaneous Pipe Repairs - Item 3.11.4.1, the ship check suggested that 2.5" grey water piping requires replacement rather than 4" piping, is this correct?

A: 100 LF of 2.5” and 300 LF of 4” pipe. The drawing for the piping system is GU_NONE_GU-528- 6630021_RevNONE_Sht1 THRU 4_N_A_GU-528-6630021 PLUMBING DRAINS AND SEWAGE SYSTEM DIAGRAM attached.

Q: Item 3.17 Hose Renewals - Can NOAA tell us if both the Port and Starboard J-Frames are included for the hose renewals?

A: Yes, they both are.

Q: Item 3.17 Hose Renewals - Is the Contractor to replace all hydraulic hoses on each of the pieces of equipment listed and does that include the hydraulic hoses to their control stations?

A: The contractor is required to complete all work described in Work item 3.17. Refer to hose list. An overall system diagram can be found in reference SE_556_ADV-556-001_RevA_Sht1 THRU 11_N_A_HYDRAULIC PIPING SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS attached. Excel spreadsheet Hydraulic Hoses Drydock '25 (1) includes information on the hoses.

Q: Item 3.17 Hose Renewals - Can NOAA supply any information for each piece of equipment listed far as Manufacture Name, Model Number, Serial Number?

A: Refer to hose list. An overall system diagram can be found in reference SE_556_ADV-556- 001_RevA_Sht1 THRU 11_N_A_HYDRAULIC PIPING SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS attached. Excel spreadsheet Hydraulic Hoses Drydock '25 (1) includes information on the hoses.

Q: Item 3.17 Hose Renewals - Can NOAA supply Technical Manuals and Drawings of each piece of equipment listed?

A: Yes, refer to hose list. Reference SE_556_ADV-556-001_RevA_Sht1 THRU 11_N_A_HYDRAULIC PIPING SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS attached will provide an overview of the system. Excel spreadsheet Hydraulic Hoses Drydock '25 (1) includes information on the hoses.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Can NOAA tell the Contractor the location of the upper deck crane (Port or Starboard side, Frame number, what deck level)?

A: 0-2 Deck, Port Side is the upper deck crane (Smaller crane, North Pacific Crane Company) - Main Deck Aft, Stbd side is the bigger of the two cranes (Techcrane)

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Has NOAA purchased the Cranesmart System yet?

A: System is in hand and on board the ship.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Could NOAA tell the

Contractor the Model Number and Serial Number of the Cranesmart System?

A: Cranesmart manual OS_573_11 CRANESMART SYSTEM is attached.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Could NOAA tell the Contractor what components are in the Cranesmart System for the Contractor to install on the crane, control station, electrical panel, vessel?

A: Cranesmart manual OS_573_11 CRANESMART SYSTEM is attached.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Can NOAA supply any installation instruction manuals, installation drawings for components and electrical for the Cranesmart System to put on the crane?

A: Cranesmart manual OS_573_11 CRANESMART SYSTEM is attached.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Paragraph 3.26.4.1.2, does NOAA have any drawing of the new connection point swivel for the anti-tube block system for design and location to install/weld a connection on the boom?

A: No, there is not.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Does NOAA have any installation instruction manual or drawing for the anti-tube block system?

A: Yes, the crane smart manual and two block are the same. Cranesmart manual OS_573_11 CRANESMART SYSTEM is attached.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Is this anti-tube block system new or existing on the upper deck crane?

A: New.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Does the anti-tube block system come with the Cranesmart System?

A: The crane smart system is the anti two block system.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Is the Contractor to supply the anti-tube block system?

A: No, it is government furnished.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - If the Contractor is to supply the anti-tube block system, could NOAA tell the Contractor what make and model the Contractor is to supply and install?

A: It is government furnished.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Does this Item cover two cranes to work on (upper deck crane for Cranesmart installation and the aft deck crane to put new wire cable on)?

A: Yes, the upper deck crane requires replacing the existing two block system with the cranesmart system and the aft deck crane requires replacing the wire.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Can NOAA supply any information for each crane far as Manufacture Name, Model Number, Serial Number?

A: Yes, tech manuals OS_573_08 NORTH AMERICAN CRANE and 12981-NOAA CRANE Manual-DRAFT (1)

(1) are provided.

Q: Item 3.26 Upper Deck Crane Mods & Aft Deck Crane Cable Replacement - Can NOAA supply Technical Manuals and Drawings for each crane?

A: Yes, tech manuals OS_573_08 NORTH AMERICAN CRANE and 12981-NOAA CRANE Manual-DRAFT (1)

(1) are provided.

Q: Item 3.27 Transducer Pod Redesign - Item 3.27.5.8.1, Can NOAA define what the GPT units are?

A: General Purpose Transceiver

Q: Item 3.27 Transducer Pod Redesign - Item 3.27.5.9.8, Can NOAA provide the model # of the FURUNO Fish Finder the contractor is to provide?

A: FCV 295 and CA50B-6B/50 transducer. See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.27 Transducer Pod Redesign - Item 3.27.5.9.9, Can NOAA provide the quantity of EMI sand required?

A: The sand is to fill the tubes in the laundry room to the transducer pod. Approximately 11 tubes.

Q: Item 3.27 Transducer Pod Redesign - Item 3.27.5.10.1, Can NOAA confirm the intent to replace the existing electronic equipment rack in the laundry? If this is the case can NOAA provide the manufacturer and model number for the replacement rack?

A: No, the existing rack does not have any visible manufacturer or model numbers.

Q: Item 3.27 Transducer Pod Redesign - Item 3.27.5.10.2, Can NOAA define what the Network Switch is and what manufacturer and model number of the new switch is ?

A: The network switch allows different GPTs to be used. The network switch is inside the equipment rack but not accessible at this time.

Q: Item 3.31 Annual Weight Testing of Weight Handling Equipment - Can NOAA verify that the Boat Deck Crane is also the upper deck crane mentioned Item 3.26?

A: Yes, they are the same.

Q: Item 3.31 Annual Weight Testing of Weight Handling Equipment - In paragraph 3.31.4.2, the Miranda rescue boat davit is being inspected. Is the Miranda rescue boat davit to be weight tested after inspection?

A: No.

Q: Item 3.31 Annual Weight Testing of Weight Handling Equipment - Could NOAA supply the Contractor, the safe working load and the 125% proof load the Miranda Boat Davit is to be weight tested to.

A: Not required. No weight test needed.

Q: Item 3.31 Annual Weight Testing of Weight Handling Equipment - Could NOAA supply the Technical Manual for the Miranda rescue boat davit and the Manufacturer Name, Model Number and the Serial Number?

A: Not required. No weight test needed.

Q: Item 3.33 Valve and Strainer Replacement - Can NOAA supply the Contractor Technical Manuals and Drawings for these systems that will show the types, sizes and manufactures of the components that are to be replaced in paragraphs 3.33.5.1 through 3.33.5.1.6?

A: Please use the pictures in the specifications at Item 3.33.7.11.

Q: Item 3.33 Valve and Strainer Replacement - Is this Work Item specifically about repairs to the refer system?

A: No, this is procurement and installation of various valves and strainers across the ship.

Q: Item 3.33 Valve and Strainer Replacement - Most of the components for replacement were covered in insulation, and identifying the valves are impossible. Can NOAA supply the necessary information on each valve for bidding purposes in paragraphs 3.33.5.1.3, 3.33.5.1.5 and 3.33.5.1.6 ?

A: Please use the pictures in the specifications at Item 3.33.7.11.

Q: Item 3.33 Valve and Strainer Replacement - What size and make are the two Duplex strainers in paragraph 3.33.5.1.4?

A: The label plate is no longer there. The approximate size was given in the spec. A similar make of the strainer is acceptable.

Q: Item 3.33 Valve and Strainer Replacement - Are all the valves that are to be replaced, flanged valves?

A: Yes.

Q: Item 3.36 Potable water Tank Painting - To our knowledge one or both of the Potable Water tanks are accessed from the Main Control Station. On the ship check it was indicated that one of the Potable Water tanks is accessible in this space. Can you confirm that the second tank is also accessed in this space?

A: Yes.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Item 4.4.2.3, Please provide reference 4.4.2.3.

A: Reference Reefer Manual 90YR13NSB7QD6K2R attached.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Item 4.4.4.4, Please provide the OEM feedback and technician troubleshooting from Nov 2022.

A: No, we do not have that report.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Item 4.4.4.4, Is the contractor correct that the following needs to be completed:

1. Replace failed condenser. We suspect the condenser tubes have corroded near the middle where water pools because of the sag in the tube’s, most likely lots of small pinholes.

2. Remove ends of chiller so that it can be cleaned and thoroughly inspected and pressure tested (refrigerant will need to be removed from other system to do this). CFR will follow, additional work may be required after inspection.

3. Replace Thermal expansion valve. It is likely damaged and is also installed incorrectly (upside down).

Recommend inspecting the remaining HVAC packages to confirm the TXV’s are installed correctly.

4.Replace King valve and downstream isolation valve for filter drier.

5. Replace Moisture liquid indicator in sight glass.

6. Replace discharge muffler.

7. Replace compressor and pressure transducers/switches and suction and discharge isolation valves.

8. Replace water reg. valve (PENN valve).

A: Yes, that is correct.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Item 4.4.4.4, Please provide a more detailed scope of work.

A: See above, steps 1-8. This is a complete replacement of the existing system.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Item 4.4.4.5, With is the current refrigerant being used?

A: 134A.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Is this a complete rebuild of the 90RMC Chiller? Para. 4.4.3 lists outs almost every part and component to do a full re-build of a unit.

A: This is a replacement. We have ordered the parts required to replace the failed unit.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Is the unit currently operational to perform a pre-op test to provide a detailed report on the current condition of the unit per para. 4.4.4.5?

A: It is not operational.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Was there a catastrophic failure of the unit that requires its overhaul/rebuild?

A: Yes.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - What are the testing requirements and the acceptance criteria once the unit is assembled?

A: The OEM/Authorized technician would sign off on the work. Operational test for 24 hours.

Q: Item 4.4 No. 3 Chiller Plant Overhaul - Will we need to discard all the old part/components from the unit, or do they need to be kept?

A: The ship will keep any parts they deem salvageable, all others to be disposed of.

Q: Item 4.6 Fan Overhauls - Can NOAA provide the size, type, manufacture and information need for each fan and electric motor that is to be overhauled?

A: The fans are 10 HP.

Q: Item 7.2 Port CTD Overhaul - In paragraph 7.2.1 it states to service and overhaul the Port CTD Winch.

In paragraph 7.2.4.4 it states to overhaul the Port/Stbd winches. Could NOAA tell the Contractor which winch or winches are to be overhauled?

A: The spec is updated to open and inspect the winch. Please contact Markey Machine in Seattle, WA for a quote for the Sette DYSH-3 Diam Screw CTD WINCH. The intent is only for the Port CTD. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 7.2 Port CTD Overhaul - Markey has stated that a complete overhaul of a winch, takes up to four months to accomplish, with disassembly, inspection, change orders, ordering parts and receiving, refurbish parts, sandblasting and painting parts and reassembling and testing of the winch. Is the contractor to price a complete overhaul of the winch or winches, or does NOAA want an open and inspect of the winch or winches?

A: The spec is updated to open and inspect the winch. Please contact Markey Machine in Seattle, WA for a quote for the Sette DYSH-3 Diam Screw CTD WINCH. The intent is only for the Port CTD. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 7.2 Port CTD Overhaul - Can NOAA give the Contractor a more detailed specification on what is to be done on the winch or winches with the time frame it takes to overhaul one of these winches?

A: The spec is updated to open and inspect the winch. Please contact Markey Machine in Seattle, WA for a quote for the Sette DYSH-3 Diam Screw CTD WINCH. The intent is only for the Port CTD. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 7.2 does not provide much direction or detail as to the level of overhaul desired by USG. Markey indicates that a refurb such as what is hinted at in para 7.2.4.4 normally takes around 4 months not including repairs. Will USG provide clarification as to the extent of refurbishment requested for this winch?

A: The spec is updated to open and inspect the winch. Please contact Markey Machine in Seattle, WA for a quote for the Sette DYSH-3 Diam Screw CTD WINCH. The intent is only for the Port CTD. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 7.2 paras. 7.2.4.1 and 7.2.4.2 mention piping but without work performance direction to KTR.

Will USG provide clarification as to exactly what work these paragraphs are intended to direct?

A: The spec is updated to open and inspect the winch. Please contact Markey Machine in Seattle, WA for a quote for the Sette DYSH-3 Diam Screw CTD WINCH. The intent is only for the Port CTD. See revised Item in the specification.

Q: Item 3.30 - References tech pub Technical Manual HA-311-03, KATO Generator 600KVW. This manual is not found in the provided technical package. Will USG provide this manual?

A: Not required anymore as these generators are not being overhauled.

Q: Item 3.2 Temporary Services and 9.0 Post-Industrial Berthing Period - Is 480 VAC acceptable instead of 450 VAC?

A: Yes.

Q: Item 3.2 Temporary Services and 9.0 Post-Industrial Berthing Period - Please provide NATO Plug Model required to connect to Ship’s Shore Power Receptacle.

A: Compatible with standard NATO (Viking plugs) M24368/1-002.

Q: Item 3.2 Temporary Services and 9.0 Post-Industrial Berthing Period - How many gallons or tons of grey water, black water, turbin water is expected to be discharged daily for KTR to receive?

A: Approximately 2500 gal.

Q: Item 3.2 Temporary Services and 9.0 Post-Industrial Berthing Period - Number of ship’s crew expected to be onboard during daytime?

A: Approximately 21.

Q: Item 3.2 Temporary Services and 9.0 Post-Industrial Berthing Period - Number of ship's crew expected to sleep onboard?

A: Approximately 21.

Q: Item 3.20 Ladderwell Deck Covering Renewal - What is the location of decking replacement for the forward ladderwell and provide the square footage? The drawings don’t reference a ladderwell and there are 4 potential passageways in the FWD section of the ship.

A: 30 SQ FT for each ladder well (5 ladderwells so approximately 150 SF in total).

Q: Item 3.23 Small Boat Maintenance - What are the HR’s to the three boats? In the specs there are 50, 300, 600, and 1000 HR maintenance requirements for the boat and 100, 300, and 500 HR for the other two. Are all tiers to be accomplished?

A: SE-2 is removed SE-4 – Perform 300 hour maintenance FRB: Perform 300 hour recommended service by Styre Marine Manufacturer See revised specification.

Q: Item 3.23 Small Boat Maintenance - To ensure proper materials and parts are procured. What are the engine serial numbers and models to each boat?

A: The engine model is provided in the tables of the specification at Item 3.23.4.3.2 and Item 3.23.4.4.5.

Q: Item 7.1 Bridge Weather Doors - If NOAA wants to complete WI 7.1 Bridge Weather Doors during the period of performance, NOAA will need to provide the doors as GFE due to the length of time it will take for the following: Interference removal, measurements, drawing approvals for production, part fabrication, and installation. Could the contractor order the new doors to be installed at a later date?

A: Please follow the spec. After ordering the materials the contractor provides an updated delivery date.

Q: Item 3.1 Drydock and Routine Drydock Work - Can you please provide drawing 633-6233582 "Zinc Arr & Details. This drawing is Reference 3.1.2.5.

A: Reference SE_NONE_NONE_RevNONE_Sht1 OF 1_N_A_TA-633-6233582 ZINCS ARR & DETAILS attached.

Q: Material called out for renewal in Item 3.33, paras 3.33.5.1.1 – 3.33.5.1.6 is not detailed via references and is unable to be properly quoted without this information. Will USG provide references containing detail data regarding these valves and strainers?

A: Please use the pictures in the spec for additional information at Item 3.33.7.1.