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USTS Kennedy Dry-Docking Statement of Work

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

U.S. DOT - MARITIME ADMINISTRATIONTRAINING SHIP “KENNEDY” ABS SPECIAL SURVEY AND

DRY DOCKING

07/19/2022 (Rev 33)

The primary purposes of this Statement of Work is to accomplish a United States Coast Guard Dry-dock Exam, Internal Structural Exam in accordance with 46 CFR Part 61 and an American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) SPECIAL Survey

TABLE OF CONTENTS

RECORD OF CHANGES AND REVISIONS

PROGRESS REVIEW MEETINGS added Earned Value Management (EVM) requirement. The contractor shall report the below items weekly compliant with the guidelines in Electronic Industries Alliance Standard 748 (EIA-748) to manage this contract. The Contractor shall report as a minimum the nine Earned Value Management indicators that will allow the MARAD and SHIPYARD management teams to evaluate the project performance.

At a minimum the contractor shall report weekly the Planned Value (PV) or (BCWS) of the work scheduled, the Earned Value (EV) or (BCWP) of the work completed, the Actual Cost (AC) or (ACWP) of the work completed, the Schedule Variance (SV), Cost Variance (CV), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), Cost Performance Index (CPI), Budget at Completion (BAC), Estimate at completion (EAC), Variance at Completion (VAC), and To Complete Performance Index (TCPI). The requirements can be fulfilled by MS Project® if the project manager schedules, baselines and progresses the work within the program.

ITEM 129 corrected to reflect correct contract duration of 73 days and make item OPTIONAL and define the option would be exercised based on the historical weather at the contractor’s location.

ITEM 223 Changed to OPTIONAL ITEM 301- Clarified that the note to indicate that the estimated amount of high density crete ballast material to be removed in support of the proposed repairs is estimated at 1500 square feet of material.

GENERAL PROVISIONS

General The subject vessel is owned by the United States of America acting through the Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation (hereinafter called MARAD). It shall be clearly understood that all below specified work and services, as well as additional work and services ordered through this solicitation, shall be for, and on behalf of, MARAD.

Attending the vessel for the Owner will be the owner’s representative, who is also the MARAD Marine Surveyor, Port Engineer and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The Contractor will be informed in writing of the designated individuals and their authority upon award of contract.

The vessel crew will be joining the vessel before completion of the drydock to prepare the sea trial. Access to and from the vessel and Contractor’s facility shall be permitted to all crewmembers, which shall include parking for their POVs.

Note: This GENERAL section applies to all ITEMS within this SOW and therefore is Not Separately Priced. To the extent that efforts to comply with the requirements stated in this GENERAL section present a cost impact, the cost is to be allocated to the priced ITEMS

ABBREVIATIONS/DEFINITIONS

As used throughout this statement of work, the following terms and abbreviations shall have the meaning stated:

ABS American Bureau of Shipping

ANSI American National Standards Institute

ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers

CFR Code of Federal Regulations substitute for (USCG Requirements)

CONTRACTOR Contractor (same as YARD or SHIPYARD if applicable)

CONTRACT The agreement between the Owner and the Contractor, including these Specifications and the accompanying Contract Drawings. These Specifications are "senior" to Drawings in cases of potential conflict.

CRES Stainless steel (Grade should be specified)

COR Contracting Officer's Representative is responsible for monitoring the contractor's progress in fulfilling the technical requirements specified in the contract. The COR ensures that all required documentation and data are submitted in accordance with the procurement deliverable schedule. Should the contractor fail to fulfill the contractual requirements, the COR must inform the contractor of such failure. The COR informs the contracting officer of any technical or contractual problems or delays. The COR maintains administration records, approves invoices, and performs final inspection and acceptance of work performed under the contract. The COR is not authorized to make any commitments or obligations on behalf of the government. The COR may not grant the contractor permission to deviate from the requirements stated in the contract, nor direct the contractor to perform any work outside that stated in the contract.

DWG or DWGS Contract Drawing or Drawings

EOS Engineer's Operating Station

GF Government Furnished

GFE Government Furnished Equipment

LT Long Ton (2240 LBS) All weights in this Specification are expressed in LT or pounds

MARAD Maritime Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation

MAY This word, or the adjective "OPTIONAL," means that an item is truly optional. One vendor may choose to include the item because a particular marketplace requires it or because the vendor feels that it enhances the product while another vendor may omit the same item.

MUST This word, or the terms "REQUIRED" or "SHALL," mean that the definition is an absolute requirement of the specification.

MUST NOT This phrase, or the phrase "SHALL NOT," mean that the definition is an absolute prohibition of the specification.

OWNER U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration West Building 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590

QA Quality Assurance

RENEW Whenever the term "renew" is used, it is understood to mean "remove the old or defective material and replace it with new material of the same design, specification, or standard" unless otherwise stated.

SEAL WELD Structure, which is double continuously welded.

SHOULD This word, or the adjective "RECOMMENDED," mean that there may exist valid reasons in particular circumstances to ignore a particular item, but the full implications must be understood and carefully weighed before choosing a different course.

SHOULD NOT This phrase, or the phrase "NOT RECOMMENDED" mean that there may exist valid reasons in particular circumstances when the particular behavior is acceptable or even useful, but the full implications should be understood and the case carefully weighed before implementing any behavior described with this label.

SPECIFICATION The specification is an explicit set of requirements to be satisfied by a material, product, or service.

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

A statement of work (SOW) is a formal document that captures and defines the work activities, deliverables, and timeline a Contractor will execute against in performance of specified work for the OWNER. In this document, the Specification is generally synonymous with the words statement of work (SOW)

USCG (CG) United States Coast Guard

VESSEL T/S Kennedy

YARD Contracting Shipyard as applicable (same as CONTRACTOR)

EXPANDED DEFINITIONS

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED

All equipment herein specified as GOVERNMENT FURNISHED (GF) or GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT (GFE) is to be installed by the CONTRACTOR in such condition that it is completely serviceable under normal conditions of vessel operations. Such installations are to adhere to all applicable specifications of Regulatory Agencies and are to be to the satisfaction of the COR. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

All equipment, which is not herein, specified as either GOVERNMENT FURNISHED (GF) or EXISTING shall be provided and installed as detailed above by the CONTRACTOR (CONTRACTOR).

CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR)

Contracting Officer's Representative is responsible for monitoring the contractor's progress in fulfilling the technical requirements specified in the contract. The COR ensures that all required documentation and data are submitted in accordance with the procurement deliverable schedule. Should the contractor fail to fulfill the contractual requirements, the COR must inform the contractor of such failure. The COR informs the contracting officer of any technical or contractual problems or delays. The COR maintains administration records, approves invoices, and performs final inspection and acceptance of work performed under the contract. The COR is not authorized to make any commitments or obligations on behalf of the government. The COR may not grant the contractor permission to deviate from the requirements stated in the contract, nor direct the contractor to perform any work outside that stated in the contract.

GOOD SHIPBUILDING PRACTICE

The term "good shipbuilding practice" means construction practices, which are in accordance with soundly engineered and approved processes. These processes are to meet the requirements contained within this document of SPECIFICATIONS. Construction and testing shall conform to the regulatory agency and industry-accepted standards to ensure that the vessel will meet the general and particular design requirements.

ABS/USCG APPROVED MATERIALS/EQUIPMENT

Contractor-furnished materials and equipment used for repairs to, or replacement of, existing shipboard materials or equipment must comply with all applicable American Bureau of Shipping/U.S. Coast Guard (ABS/USCG) requirements. Certificates will be provided for all certified materials.

ACCESSING OF REPAIR/RENEWALS/ADDITIONS

All removals and replacements required to gain access shall be accomplished, as necessary, in order to affect the repairs, renewals, and additions enumerated herein and be considered as part of the basic specification.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Inspections by the COR are for the purpose of verifying the CONTRACTOR’s Quality Assurance Program. COR inspections are not to be used as a substitute for in-process control of quality by the CONTRACTOR.

SOLE SOURCE/BID SUBSTITUTIONS

It is not necessary to offer all material and equipment as "sole source" unless expressly stated in these Specifications. The CONTRACTOR will be permitted to submit bids containing substitutions as long as such substitutions are clearly stated and detailed. Any bid substitution must be equal to the specified model, must be sufficiently documented to prove equality, and must meet the performance requirements of the vessel.

The CONTRACTOR is responsible for all additional costs associated with proposed substitutions, including, but not limited to, required engineering expenses. In this regard, the specifications herein are guidelines for minimum performance requirements. If those specifications are not offered by a particular manufacturer, product, or model, the CONTRACTOR will be expected to include a separate list of all discrepancies. Substituted manufacturers, products, or models will not be considered unless they have been demonstrated to be equal to or exceeding the quality, durability and design and the minimum performance functions of the specified equipment. Any proposed substitution must conform substantially to the specified requirements for the machinery and equipment.

OPTIONAL ITEMS

Optional Items means an item which is specified in the Contract as an Optional Item, for the execution of any part of the agreement or contract, in which the Government has the full right to omit this item(s) without being subjected to any financial, legal or contractual claims. Optional items must be planed and displayed on the integrated master schedule (IMS) as if the option will be exercised within the first two weeks of the actual drydocking. IMS should include the OPTIONAL items with a start no earlier date of 2 weeks after the actual Dry-docking of the ship and be completed within the period of performance. OPTIONAL ITEMS exercised after the two-week period could require an extension past the contract end date.

CONFLICTS - SPECIFICATIONS/DRAWINGS

Where Specifications and Drawings are not in agreement, it is the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR to notify the COR in writing that such disagreement does exist and request resolution of same. Generally, the Specifications are to be considered senior to the Contract Drawings; however, there may be instances where, by mutual agreement, this priority may be reversed. Written notification, therefore, is essential and required.

INTENT AND GENERAL SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

The primary purpose of this Statement of Work (SOW) is to accomplish the following:

· A USCG Drydock Exam and Internal Structural Exam in accordance with 46 CFR Part 61.

· An ABS Special survey and drydock survey for a Non-ESP Cargo Ship (non-tanker, which is greater than 15 years of age) Note: In this regard, at a minimum, all work performed by the Contractor shall serve to accomplish the requirements of 46 CFR Part 61 and ABS Rules 7-3-2/5 as they relate to the various ITEMs in this SOW.

· Other ITEMs in this SOW serve to perform various machinery, equipment, and/or structural repairs, removals, and/or installations in addition to various coating repairs.

ERRORS/OMISSIONS

In the event that there are found to be errors or omissions in these Specifications or in the accompanying Drawings that would have an adverse effect upon the completion of this contract and/or delivery to the OWNER of a product that is complete, functional, and seaworthy, the CONTRACTOR shall call attention to such errors or omissions in his bid package.

Minor design errors or omissions shall be properly addressed by the CONTRACTOR in the normal course of the contract performance. Major design errors or omissions shall be resolved by Delivery/Change Orders.

SPECIFICATIONS IN EXCESS

Although the Drawings & Specifications contemplate a project, which will be completed in accordance with the requirements of the several regulatory bodies referred to herein, in certain respects, the Contract Drawings and Specifications may be in excess of such requirements and must not be changed except on written approval of MARAD.

If the CONTRACTOR is of the opinion that any aspect of the Contract Drawings and Specifications are so stringent, that his Company is unwilling or incapable of completing the Project within those parameters; it is the CONTRACTOR's obligation to provide written notification of such a conflict to MARAD in his bid package. If such notification is not included with the bid package, it is held that the CONTRACTOR agrees with and will complete the project in compliance with the specifications as set forth.

MANUFACTURER'S REPS

Whether or not it is specifically stated in these Specifications, when it is required by the equipment manufacturer or by the specialized technical nature of the installation, and/or when work is outside the normal scope of the CONTRACTOR workforce, the CONTRACTOR is to provide the services of Manufacturers' Reps for such assistance and expertise as is required for the proper installation, on-line testing, calibration, adjustments, etc. of CONTRACTOR Furnished and GF equipment.

CERTIFICATION/DOCUMENTATION

The CONTRACTOR shall, promptly, provide the OWNER with information and certifications as may be required for the re-documentation and re-certification of the vessel.

The latest amendments to all laws, regulations, rules, and conventions, which are in force at the time of Bid Closing, are to be considered as part of the CONTRACT. Any amendment to such requirements or any new laws, regulations, rules, or conventions that come into force after Bid Closing, shall be treated as a change to the CONTRACT if not otherwise covered by these Specifications and Drawings.

GENERAL VESSEL DESCRIPTION

The TS Kennedy is a U.S. Government-owned “Public Nautical School Ship” provided to the Massachusetts Maritime Academy for the purpose of training young men and women for a career in the U.S. Maritime Industry.

Name/ KENNEDY Primary VIN/ 509652 Call/ KVMU Flag/ US

SOLAS

Class notation Unrestricted service, A1 E, AMS, and applicable Passenger Vessel Rules

COATING

DEFINITION OF COATING CONDITIONS

ASSESSMENT FOR SCALE BREAKDOWN

STEEL REPAIRS/RENEWALS

ABS Class for Individual Wastage Allowances

Keel Plates (minimum allowed thickness for adjacent bottom plate)

Sloping Plating, Hopper Tank Sloping Plating and

Transverse Bulkheads

Struts, Bulkhead Webs and Stringers, Brackets and

Hatch Side Girders

DRAWING, CORRESPONDENCE, AND COMMUNICATION PROCEDURES

The CONTRACTOR shall provide the COR with a copy of all correspondence relating to this vessel, which the CONTRACTOR has with Regulatory Bodies, in particular, the ABS or USCG (MSC) Washington and the Local OCMI.

The CONTRACTOR shall invite the COR to be present during all discussions relating to this vessel, which he may have with the Representatives of Regulatory Bodies, in particular, with the Local ABS representative, OCMI, or representatives of those offices.

These documents and discussions may include but are not limited to, the design, construction of modules, ripouts, and relocations, installation of equipment and machinery, testing, sea trials, delivery, and operation of the vessel.

STEEL REPAIRS/RENEWALS AND INSPECTION

1. Contractor shall include all cost for safety, steel, labor, accessory, work, staging, lighting, ventilation and additional services.

2. The contractor shall coordinate work with tank cleaning, tank coating and tank inspection.

3. All access openings, if required, are to be included in the cost and are to be approved by the company representative, ABS and USCG. All weights are estimates and are to be verified by contractor.

4. During all working hours, owner’s representative and his staff shall have free, ready and safe access to the work and to any other place where work is being done, where materials are being processed or stored in connection with the work including yards, docks, workshop, store rooms and offices of yard and subcontractors.

5. All new steel in coated tanks and in way of coating in partially coated tanks shall be grit blasted to a near white finish (SSPC-SP 10) as per *MARAD Coating Guidelines Appendix 12 and primed before installation.

6. All material type, dimensions and weights in this specification are approximate and are to be verified by the shipyard all dimensions or weights found to differ with those given in the specification are to be bought to the attention of the Repair Superintendent for verification.

7. All fit-up for steel and welding are to be ABS standards and are to be inspected and approved by company representative, ABS and USCG. All weights are estimates and are to be verified by contractor.

8. Bulkhead sections renewed shall be renewed with new stiffeners extending at least 150mm into old section of bulkhead plates and butt welded to existing stiffeners at a 45 deg angle. Complete new oil tight collars and brackets shall be installed where required.

9. Where steel renewals pass through the bulkheads or in bulkheads, tanks are to be hydro or air tested to ensure water tightness of treated bulkheads after completion. High pressure air (air lance) would be an acceptable alternative.

10. Allow for renewal of attached tripping brackets and flat bar stiffeners in way of renewed structural members as given in specification.

11. Where a large section of plating to be renewed, greater than ±2 square meters, support PLATES (strongbacks, bridge plates) to be installed to prevent distortion of existing structures. Removed after fit-up found satisfactory and attachments to be ground flush.

12. Quantities of steel specified are approximate. Contractor is responsible for determining correct type of material and quantities of steel

13. Pipe Supports:

14. U-Bolts shall be manufactured from solid stainless steel bar stock. Teflon pads (1/3 pipe diameter in width) shall be installed under the pipeline spanning the bolt patterns.

15. Saddle-Type hanger/support shall be manufactured from flat bar, blasted and prime coated prior to installation, with two (2) legs per hanger unless directed otherwise. Clamping areas shall be wrapped with teflon.

16. Changes in the grade of steel and/or the thickness of steel must have the prior approval at the Repair Superintendent, ABS Surveyor and USCG Inspector.

17. All disturbed coatings including adjacent deck and adjacent tanks are to be repaired by blasting to SSPC-SP3 and recoated in accordance with the paint schedule.

18. Company representative and his staff shall have the right to an early inspection unescorted.

19. Upon completion of all steel repairs, clean tanks to satisfaction of Chief Mate PRIOR to removal of staging.

20. Upon completion of cleaning, remove staging and again clean tanks to satisfaction of Chief Mate.

LAWS, CLASSIFICATION, RULES, REGULATIONS, STANDARDS, CERTIFICATES

COMPLIANCE

The vessel, as delivered, shall comply with the requirements of relevant State and Federal Regulatory Agencies. These shall include:

· USCG: 46 CFR Subchapter “R” PART 167—PUBLIC NAUTICAL SCHOOL SHIPS.

· USPHS: Publication No.393, "Handbook on Sanitation of Vessel Construction"

· USCG: "International Rules of the Road"

· Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers Standards #45

· Federal Communications Commission

· Classification: ABS/USCG (Subchapter R) IMO & SOLAS

· Class notation: Unrestricted service, A1 E, AMS, and applicable Passenger Vessel

DOCUMENTATION

All necessary certifications and documents covering the approval of and indicating compliance with subject regulations shall be obtained by the CONTRACTOR and supplied to MARAD.

SUBSEQUENT REGULATORY CHANGES

PROGRESS MEETINGS AND PROGRESS REPORT

A weekly progress meeting shall be attended by the Contractor, COR, and the ship’s Captain/Chief Engineer/Chief Mate to discuss individual ITEMs and Delivery Order progress. A Progress Report shall be delivered to the COR one day prior to the progress meeting. This report shall list each contract ITEM and Delivery Order, their awarded dollar value, the Contractor’s estimate of their percent completion, and the resulting earned value (which will be the awarded amount x the percent completion). This Progress Report shall be examined by the COR along with the Contractor’s Production Chart. A percent completion shall be negotiated, and the report signed for by both parties. This document shall be the ONLY document requiring signature of the COR. In order to avoid conflicting and erroneous information, NO OTHER document delivered to the COR (such as a condition report) which makes a statement regarding ITEM and Delivery Order progress and/or percent completion shall be signed as being agreed to by the COR.

CONTRACT AND GUIDANCE DRAWINGS

GENERAL

The Contractor shall submit DWGS, permits, or other correspondence required by regulation for review and approval. Submittals will commence upon signing a contract with the successful bidder. The Contractor is tasked to keep MARAD and the operator apprised of the status of such submittals.

EXISTING VESSEL INFORMATIONAL DRAWINGS

Existing vessel informational drawings are available from the Chief Engineer and should be requested in writing if required. It should be understood that the vessel has been in service for a number of years and had a number of conversions; therefore, interested bidders should be cautioned that the accuracy of the existing vessel drawings cannot be verified, and bidders should be specific about what information they are seeking from the existing drawings. Requested drawings will be forward to all interested bidders upon request. Drawings will be provided in electronic format when available. The OWNER does not warrant the accuracy of these plans and requires the CONTRACTOR to verify by physical ship check any and all of the existing plans prior to submitting their bid.

INTERFERENCES/ACCESS

The elimination of all equipment interferences; and the location or relocation of machinery, pumps, piping, wiring, ductwork, and misc. Equipment so that proper access for operation and maintenance can be readily achieved is the CONTRACTOR responsibility. It is essential that the CONTRACTOR is aware of his obligation in this regard. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for seeing that ALL INSTALLATIONS are arranged, constructed, and relocated in "good shipbuilding practice" and that they adhere to the requirements of the CFR. The CONTRACTOR and the COR are mutually responsible for the maintenance of ongoing communications, inspections, and approvals as construction progress.

HEADROOM

Clear headroom in accommodations, working spaces, public spaces, passageways, and toilet and shower spaces shall be as high as possible but shall not be less than 7 feet 0 inches. Clear headroom under local points such as ducts, piping, lights, girders, etc. shall not be less than 6 feet 8 inches in the above spaces and will be the subject of individual, case by case, written approval from the COR. In way of double berths, clear headroom (ceiling height) shall be not less than 7 feet 0 inches above the finished deck.

ACCESS & MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

The structure and layout of any added machinery and equipment shall be designed and constructed to permit ready access to all parts for operation, inspection, maintenance and repair without removal or disturbance of other structure or equipment. Ladders, doors, manholes, scuttles, bolted plates, etc. shall be provided as required for access. If conversion structure or installations affect access to existing machinery and equipment, satisfactory steps shall be taken to re-route reasonable access.

ASBESTOS /VENDORS /SUBCONTRACTORS

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

The CONTRACTOR shall, as part of this Contract, remove and dispose of all asbestos removed or disturbed for the performance of this contract. In addition, CONTRACTOR shall comply with the most current edition of all federal, state, county, and city codes and ordinances as they apply to the location(s) in which the work is performed.

Note: The OWNER hereby informs the CONTRACTOR that the existing vessel does contain asbestos and that the CONTRACTOR is specifically required to provide certification that the CONTRACTOR is a certified asbestos abatement contractor or that the CONTRACTOR has engaged a certified asbestos abatement subcontractor.

VENDOR LISTING

The CONTRACTOR shall provide the COR with a listing of major Vendors and Subcontractors being employed on the contract. The list shall include name; address; telephone and fax numbers; e-mail address; purchase order or contract number; and an equipment or service description. This list will give a baseline for the entry of the vessel as converted into the OWNER electronic contact system.

An initial Vendor/Contractor List shall be provided not more than 10 days after contract signing and shall be updated, as required, every 10 days thereafter over the course of the contract.

ACCESS TO YARD/VESSEL/DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

ACCESS TO YARD/VESSEL

The Government Representatives (COR) shall be afforded access to the CONTRACTOR Shipyard, the COR’s offices, and the vessel 24 hours a day for the duration of the Contract and for a reasonable time after delivery or until such time as the vessel departs the CONTRACTOR facility for her home port (if applicable) .

ACCESS TO DOCUMENTS

The OWNER and/or COR shall have ready access during normal working hours to all documentation concerning the vessel including but not necessarily limited to: Drawings; Specifications; Technical Information; Engineering Calculations; Schedules; Test & Inspection Reports; Relevant Subcontractor Documents; Regulatory Body Reports; Approvals; Recommendations; and the Contractor’s Detailed Contract Estimate.

INSPECTIONS

GENERAL

All materials and workmanship shall be subject to inspection by the COR, ABS, the USCG and other regulatory bodies having jurisdiction. All inspection and observation of tests by the COR will be performed in such a manner as not to unnecessarily delay the contract work.

The COR shall promptly approve all work and material conforming to the requirements of this Specification and shall promptly reject all work and materials, which do not conform. Such rejected work or material shall be satisfactorily corrected.

SCHEDULING & ATTENDANCE

The CONTRACTOR is responsible for scheduling and presenting all completed work for Acceptance Inspections and for giving written ADEQUATE NOTICE of 24 HOURS to the COR and other required inspection agencies that such work is complete, has been passed by the CONTRACTOR QA, and is ready for such inspection. Inspections shall, when possible, be scheduled and accomplished during normal workdays on the CONTRACTOR day shift.

The COR will make every effort to maintain communications with the parties involved and to report to the inspection site per agreed schedule. If the COR is unable to keep the schedule, he shall notify the CONTRACTOR as soon as possible and reschedule for a mutually agreeable time. Failure of the COR to attend an inspection does not constitute an acceptance of the work. Inspections by ABS, the Coast Guard, or other agencies do not eliminate these requirements for inspection and acceptance by the COR.

PREPARATIONS

Work presented for inspection shall be complete in all respects, clean, free of debris, scrap, lines, welding wire ends, and all temporary gear. Reasonable accommodations shall have been made for access, lighting, and fresh air supply in advance of the inspection party.

COVERINGS

Prior to the application/installation of paint, deck covering, insulation, sheathing, joiner work, ceilings, etc., all structure and weld that is to be covered will be given final inspection and will be signed off on by the COR. It must be clearly understood by the CONTRACTOR that the COR has the right and option to require removal of any or all coverings for inspection in areas that have not been previously inspected and passed. This requirement makes it essential that weekend and night shift foremen, for both CONTRACTOR and Subcontractors, be in close communication with the QA Department and Project Manager.

RE-INSPECTIONS

Any welding, burning, heat shrinking, etc. which is performed as rework, repair, or on change orders after an inspection has been completed, may require (at the COR's option) the removal of any or all coverings for re-inspection of the plate, welds, etc. This requirement will further emphasize the necessity of a formal QA Inspection process and the necessity for close communications between CONTRACTOR and COR. An initial inspection in no way negates the requirement for re-inspection if an area is reworked in any manner.

COMPARTMENT COMPLETIONS

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