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1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted ; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR

OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted , such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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WAD-NMFS-S

SEATTLE WA 98115

7600 SAND POINT WAY NE BLDG 1

WAD-NMFS-Seattle

02/28/20250002

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended , by one of the following methods: (a) By completing

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

02/19/2025

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return __________________ copies to the issuing office.

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

CARINA TOPASNA

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9 A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect .

Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 1305M325Q0073 is issued to:

1. Provide revisions to Section 2- (iv) and (xv) contained in the solicitation issued on February 19, 2025, reference

Section 2- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. Revisions are attached and are indicated yellow highlighting.

2. Provide revisions to Line Items contained in the solicitation issued on February 19, 2025, reference Section 3 - Line Items and Attachments. Revisions are attached and are indicated yellow highlighting.

3. Provide revisions to Attachment No.5 Code of Conduct contained in the solicitation issued on February 19, 2025, reference Attachments 1-7. Revisions are attached and are indicated in yellow highlighting.

4. The due date for receipt remains the same at 2:00 PM Pacific Time on March 7, 2025.

5. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Section 2- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Section 3- Line Items and Attachments

ATTACHMENT No. 5:

CODE OF CONDUCT

CHARTER VESSEL SAFETY

The owner/operator of a vessel under NOAA charter is responsible to crew and maintain the vessel to include all safety gear and equipment in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. The Captain is responsible for all matters relating to personnel safety, the vessel, and equipment operation. The Captain will adhere at all times to Navigational Rules and Rules of the Road, whether it be during fishing operations, running, drifting, or when at anchor. The Captain shall review safety procedures and equipment with the scientific party at the beginning of each cruise leg.

Fishing Vessel charter to conduct NMFS fisheries research: Shall adhere to the safety regulations as set forth in Coast Guard rules effective on September 15, 1991, and as provided for by the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Safety Act of 1988 (specifically, 46 CFR Part 28) or subsequent additions or revisions. These regulations require that specified vessels be equipped with a variety of safety features and equipment. The Contractor shall provide appropriately-sized U.S. Coast Guard-approved Arctic-type survival suits for all persons on board, including crew members and scientific personnel. Adequate dry, top-side storage for all survival suits shall be provided. The Contractor shall provide sufficient Coast Guard-approved life jackets for all persons aboard the vessel during this charter. All personnel working or being transported in a skiff shall WEAR a Coast Guard-approved life jacket or survival suit.

A Coast Guard inspection of the vessel based on an interagency agreement between National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the Coast Guard or 46 CFR Part 28 will be required prior to performance. In addition to the requirements of 46 CFR Part 28, the Coast Guard inspection will require conformance with standards for lifesaving and firefighting equipment in the Rules for Small Passenger Vessels, which exceed the requirements of 46 CFR Part 28. Issuance of the notice to proceed by the Government is conditioned upon the successful completion of the mandatory Coast Guard inspection contained in this contract. Failure of the Contractor to successfully complete the inspection requirements shall be grounds for termination of this contract. Conformance with present regulations for commercial fishing vessels requires that the master or an individual in charge of the vessel ensures that safety drills and instruction are conducted at least once a month (46 CFR 28.270). Following personnel changes, safety orientations must be given to each individual on board that has not received the instruction or has not participated in the drills, prior to continuation of vessel operations. The contractor shall conduct such safety orientations prior to sailing on each cruise leg. Due to the frequent wholesale exchange of scientific personnel at cruise breaks, it is recommended that a full drill be completed early in each cruise leg even if less than a month has elapsed since the last drill. Each vessel must also have all required emergency instructions posted (46 CFR 28.265).

Passengers are not permitted to be transported aboard NOAA chartered vessels for any reason without review and approval from the Contracting Officer’s Representative in consultation with the chief scientist. No individuals shall be aboard the vessel without NOAA’s authorization. Exceptions to this requirement are permitted for the purposes of rescuing and saving life at sea.

POSSESSION OF LIQUOR/ILLEGAL DRUGS

During the charter period, the possession or use of intoxicating liquor and/or illegal drugs by any person is not permitted and may be grounds for termination of this contract by the Government.

CONTROL OF PLASTIC DISCHARGES

Contractor shall comply with the regulations described in 33 CFR §151.51 – 79 (MARPOL Annex V/ Marine Plastic Pollution Research and Control Act of 1987); which establishes Federal requirements for controlling plastic discharges and other food waste (garbage) from ships.

CHARTER ALTERATIONS

The Government may increase or decrease the number of contract award days and/or conduct one or more additional surveys outside of the proposed charter dates, at the daily rates in the Price Schedule, if the Contractor agrees to the change. The addition of charter days in accord with this clause shall be accomplished through the execution of bi-lateral modification by the parties.

WORKING CONDITIONS FOR GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL

The contractor shall provide safe, efficient working conditions and accommodations to the Government personnel working on board free from violence, threats of violence, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and other disruptive behavior. While conducting research, researchers will spend a considerable amount of time in the wheelhouse. The contractor, its agents, subcontractors, and employees, including the Captain and crew of the vessel shall not harass, assault, oppose, impede, intimidate, threaten, interfere with or make unwelcome advances toward any member of the Government field party. Violation under this clause may result in termination of the contract, at the discretion of the Government under the “Termination for Cause” paragraph of FAR 52.212-4, and in consequent liability of the contractor to the Government for any costs incurred, as well as debarment, suspension or similar action from future participation in government contracts.

Berthing spaces and common areas inside the vessel shall be adequately ventilated and free from tobacco smoke, excessive engine noise and fumes.

RECREATIONAL FISHING

Scientists and vessel’s crew members may engage in recreational fishing upon obtaining permission from the vessel’s Captain. Recreational fishing must be done in full compliance with the recreational fishing laws and regulations in effect at the fishing locality. Anyone participating in recreational fishing shall possess a valid fishing license. Fish and shellfish caught recreationally may be consumed aboard the vessel or, with permission of the captain, be retained for consumption after the completion of the charter. Recreationally caught fish which are retained should be clearly marked as such, including the license holder’s name. It is the responsibility of each recreational fisherman to meet all legal and license requirements relative to the capture, landing, and possession of recreationally caught fish.

LIAISON AND COORDINATION

The Contractor shall coordinate efforts with the Contracting Officer or a designated representative. Any request or recommendation for a change shall be made in writing to the Contracting Officer for necessary implementation, if applicable.

HARMLESS FROM LIABILITY

The contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers, agents, and employees harmless from liability of any nature or kind, including costs and expenses to which they may be subject or on account of any or all suits or damages of any character whatsoever resulting from injuries or damages sustained by any person or persons or property by virtue of performance of this contract, arising or resulting in whole or in part from the fault, negligence, wrongful act or wrongful omission of the contractor, or any subcontractor, their employees, and agents.

SMOKING POLICY

Smoking shall be prohibited in all interior spaces occupied or utilized by the Scientific Field Party. The Scientific Field Party shall be protected from the effects of secondary tobacco smoke at all times.

FUEL

The contractor will be required to purchase fuel and will be reimbursed by the government based upon actual costs incurred. Funding will be provided and fuel should be invoiced against the CLIN applicable to the appropriate contract period for fuel costs.

A government representative and a vessel crew member shall together verify the volume of fuel on board at the beginning of the charter and the end of the charter, in order to ensure the government provides no more or less fuel than the performance of the charter requires. (Note that MARPOL prohibits the use of heavy oil south of 60 degrees South latitude). As used herein, fuel is defined as diesel oil for propulsion and auxiliary engines. It does not include lube oil, lubricants, hydraulic oil or solvents, but does include gasoline for outboard motors.