SOW_Boat_Charter_v_2_0001.pdf

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STATEMENT OF WORK AND VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is interested in chartering a seaworthy vessel for a minimum of

10 days and a maximum of 14 days between the dates of 31 May and 1 Aug 2024. Actual trip timing will depend on pricing and availability of vessels. The area of operation will be southeast Alaska; the cruise will either originate in Ketchikan, Alaska and end in Petersburg or Juneau, Alaska or originate in Juneau or

Petersburg and end in Ketchikan. The vessel will provide transportation and support for 2 scientists.

1. Project objectives are collecting samples of ultramafic rocks for analysis and recording detailed observations of their character and contacts with rocks of different compositions along shorelines in southeast Alaska.

2. Itinerary includes 4 nights at Duke Island (in Judd Harbor and Hall Cove), ½ day at Union Bay, 2 night at Blashke Islands, 1 night in Thomas Bay for work on beach below Kane Peak, 2 nights in Port

Snettisham.

Vessel suitability as determined by a USGS project leader/inspector will be a main factor in selecting the contract vessel. The vessel will be expected to anchor in a safe place, selected by the vessel Captain, as near as possible to each work area.

DEFINITIONS

For trip planning and billing purposes, a day is defined as a 24-hour period starting at a time agreed upon by the skipper and the USGS project leader prior to the beginning of the trip; the day ends 24 hours later. The trip officially ends when all USGS gear is off-loaded from the charter vessel. The vendor will be paid for the minimum number of days stated above plus any additional days (rounded to the nearest quarter day) the vessel was used by USGS. The trip will start in Ketchikan and end in Petersburg.

VESSEL OPERATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS TO BE PROVIDED TO USGS

Information shall be provided with quote:

1. Name and detailed description of the vessel designated to be used under this contract, and a vessel survey that is not more than two (2) years old. USGS must approve any change in the vessel designated in this quotation.

2. U.S. vessels may be required to have an "oceanographic research vessel" designation by U.S.

Coast Guard in order to carry enough fuel and passengers.

3. Current color photographs of the vessel and of inside spaces shall be provided.

4. Name, proof of a U.S. Coast Guard license, and a description of the watercraft experience of the Captain. Captain shall have at least 3 seasons of operating experience in southeast Alaska.

Proof of insurance shall be provided after contract award:

Contract or Vessel shall have marine and general public liability insurance with limits of liability for:

i) bodily injury of not less than $100,000 for each person and $500,000 for each occurrence.

ii) property damage of not less than $100,000 for each incident and $500,000 in the aggregate.

VESSEL REQUIREMENTS

1. Vessel shall be fully licensed by the Coast Guard as required by law and shall have passed all appropriate Coast Guard requirements for safety and seaworthiness.

2. Vessel shall be capable of maintaining a cruising speed of at least 6 knots and be willing to move each day to a new mooring spot as directed by the project leader. Areas of safe anchorage will be identified by the vessel master.

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3. Vessel shall be equipped with radar, GPS, depth sounder, EPIRB, safety equipment, medical kit, current nautical charts, two VHF radios, and enough U.S. Coast Guard approved immersion suits to outfit 2 USGS personnel in addition to vessel crew members.

4. Contractor shall supply a skiff suitable for transporting the USGS scientists to shore.

5. Contractor shall assist the scientists to reach shorelines for work, and to return to the charter vessel as needed, or as arranged with the USGS project leader on a daily basis.

6. Contractor shall carry sufficient fuel for the skiff to operate 5 miles/day along shorelines.

Contractor will be responsible for fueling before leaving port.

7. Contractor shall be responsible for providing fuel, lubricants, and other consumables for operating the charter vessel.

8. Any mechanical breakdowns in excess of 24 hours that cause rescheduling of the USGS operational schedule shall require the contractor to deduct the operational costs (daily contract rate) for that period of time from their final invoice.

9. Vessel shall carry enough fuel, potable water, and food sufficient for up to 8 days at sea without a port call. All port calls must be prearranged with the USGS project leader before contract begins.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

1. All areas of the vessel shall be accessible to the scientific staff, unless agreed to beforehand.

2. No alcohol will be permitted on the vessel.

3. The vessel master or designee will, at all times, maintain radio contact with USGS personnel working on shore from the vessel, according to a pre-arranged radio schedule to assure their safety. In event of a problem or an accident, immediate steps will be taken to assist USGS personnel.

4. Safety orientation will be given on the first day by the vessel master to all USGS personnel aboard, including location of exits, locations and operation of life rafts, communications, storage of immersion suits, vessel evacuation and man overboard procedures.

5. The length of the workday will be jointly determined each day by the Captain and the USGS project leader. In the event of a disagreement, the master of the charter vessel has final authority per Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The Captain has the ultimate authority and responsibility for the ship and all personnel aboard and therefore retains the right to operate the ship in a safe manner based on their best judgment. With this responsibility in mind, the Captain must ensure that enough crew members are on the vessel to run a safe 24-hour operation.

ACCOMMODATIONS

1. Vessel must have at least 2 permanent bunks with mattresses and bedding available for USGS personnel and additional permanent bunks for required crew members. If stacked, there will be a minimum space of 24 inches between upper and lower bunks.

2. Berthing area(s) shall be separate from the galley, wheelhouse, and deck areas, and shall be heated and have adequate ventilation.

3. Vessel shall be clean and provide quality living conditions. This includes being free from continuous noise levels greater than 80 db in the living and work areas and from undesirable and noxious odors.

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4. Vessel lights, heat, hot water, sanitation facilities (including wash basins, toilet, and shower), galley, and cooking and eating supplies shall be appropriate to support 2 USGS personnel and vessel's crew members. Heads, sinks, and shower will be kept clean by a vessel crew member.

5. Vessel shall be capable of providing a hot water shower for each USGS person every 3 days.

6. Vessel shall have heated drying area capable of drying wet clothing and rain gear overnight for 2 people.

7. Vessel shall have a flat, dry space available for setup and operation of an USGS laptop computer.

8. Vessel shall have 110-volt AC electricity to recharge USGS computers and radios.

MEALS

1. Three meals per day for 2 USGS people shall be provided. The intended work will require odd working hours on some days and, thus, flexibility in mealtimes and provision of snack food will be arranged with the crew and project leader on some days. Breakfast and lunch may be either hot or cold meals, but dinner must be a hot meal. Meals must be well balanced, nutritious, palatable, and varied. If special dietary needs (e.g., low-sodium, vegetarian, diabetic, etc.) are required, USGS will notify the contractor at least 10 days prior to scheduled departure of the nature and number of special dietary requirements.