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This is an award notice for contract 693JF721D000007 issued by the Department of Transportation Maritime Administration to Crowley Government Services, Inc. for vessel acquisition manager services in support of the Ready Reserve Force recapitalization program. The contract value is $24,973,217 for a four-year base period plus one two-year option period to provide services including vessel search and selection, surveys and inspections, upgrade oversight, custodial management, and operations and maintenance of roll-on/roll-off vessels to meet regulatory standards for coastwise service in the United States.
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AWARD/CONTRACT
2. CONTRACT (Proc. Inst. Ident.) NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE
5. ISSUED BY CODE 6. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 5)
UNDER DPAS (15 CFR 700)
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7. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, country, State and ZIP Code)
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8. DELIVERY
9. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT
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U.S. DOT/ Maritime Administration Office of Acquisition MAR-380 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Mail Stop W-28-201 Washington DC 20590-0001
CROWLEY GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC.
Attn: BLEU HILBURN
9487 REGENCY SQUARE BLVD
JACKSONVILLE FL 322258183
OTHER (See below)FOB ORIGIN X
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1200 NEW JERSEY AVENUE SE
MAIL STOP W-28-201
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sheets. This award consummates the contract which consists of the following in full above, is hereby accepted as to the items listed above and on any continuation including the additions or changes made by you which additions or changes are set forth
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STANDARD FORM 26 (Rev. 3/2013)
Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.214(a)
AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION
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17. X CONTRACTOR' S NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all the services set forth or otherwise identified above and on any continuation sheets for the consideration stated herein. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be subject to and governed by the following documents: (a) this award/contract, (b) the solicitation, if any, and (c) such provisions, representations, certifications, and specifications, as are attached or incorporated by reference herein. (Attachments are listed herein.)
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WILBUR TURNER
CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 17 (SEALED-BID OR NEGOTIATED PROCUREMENT) OR 18 (SEALED-BID PROCUREMENT) AS APPLICABLE
CROWLEY GOVERNMENT
SERVICES, INC.
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DUNS Number: 829108211
MARAD will acquire vessels for service in the
Ready Reserve Force through an IDIQ services contract vehicle. The provider is called a Vessel
Acquisition Manager (VAM).
The overall minimum for this contract is:
$80,000.00 The minimum is guaranteed
The overall maximum for this contract is:
$638,000,000.00
The minimum amount for an order against this contract is: $0.00
The maximum amount for an order against this contract is: $638,000,000.00
This is a four (4) year base contract with one
(1), two (2) - year option.
The Period of Performance: 07/08/2021 to 07/07/2027 Accounting Info:
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00.0000000000.0000000000.0000000000.0000000000
Period of Performance: 07/08/2021 to 07/07/2027
VAM SERVICES 4-YEAR BASE PERIOD 07/08/2021 TO
07/07/2025 Obligated Amount: $0.00
MINIMUM GUARANTEE $80,000.00
Accounting Info:
0000000000.2020.0000000000.0000000000.00000.000000
00.0000000000.0000000000.0000000000.0000000000
(Subject to Availability of Funds)
FOB: Destination
OPTION 1 TO EXERCISE VAM 2-YEAR OPTION 07/8/2025
to 07/07/2027 Amount: $0.00(Option Line Item)
The total amount of award: $80,000.00. The obligation for this award is shown in box 15G.
AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)
Sponsored by GSA
FAR (48 CFR) 53.110
Contract # 693JF721D000007
SECTION B: Supplies, Services & Prices Vessel Acquisition Manager (VAM)
Table B-1 Schedule of Supplies and Services
Note: All CLINs are executable by Task Orders / Delivery Orders
Contract Line Item Number
(CLIN)
Description Unit of
Issue Unit Price
0001 - FFP Vessel Search and Preliminary Screening EA See Note 1
0002 - FFP Second Screening EA
0003 - FFP Accelerated Vessel Search and Screening EA
0004 - CPFF
Survey, Inspection & Final Recommendation – Business Case Analysis (BCA)
EA
0005 - CPFF Base Vessel Acquisition and Delivery Support Services EA
0006 - CR Vessel Acquisition EA
0007 - CR Vessel Upgrade and Re-Delivery EA
0008 - FFP
Vessel Custodian Management – Daily Rate for Reduced Operating Status (ROS) and Maintenance & Repair.
EA
0009 - FFP
Vessel Custodian Management – Daily Rate for Activation to Full Operating Status (FOS), Operation, and Deactivation.
EA
0010 - CR Cost Reimbursable items including, but not limited to, those in Attachment J-19 EA
Note 1: See Contractor Statement of Work (Section C) & Pricing Sheet Attachment J-2 Incorporated by reference: Contractor's (Crowley Government Services) proposal to include volumes 1-6 dated April 29th ,2021
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Table B-2 Descriptions of Contract Line Items
Note: All CLINs are executable by Task Orders / Delivery Orders
CLINs Description of supplies or services for each of the CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
CLIN
Vessel Search and Preliminary Screening
• Conduct a global market survey of specified type of vessels; (e.g. RO/RO).
• Identify currently available vessels or those that could be made available for procurement.
• Assess vessel information and recommend to Maritime Administration (MARAD) no more than ten (10) vessels which have the highest potential of meeting the Operational Requirements Document (ORD, Attachment J-
3) specifications and offering the best value upon initial assessment.
• Provide to MARAD a listing of all vessels identified in the initial market survey, in priority order, to include the following information:
- Vessel Name
- Type of Vessel
- Vessel Flag State
- Year Built/Age
- Vessel Classification Society and
Classification Status
- Vessel Owner
- Total Square Feet (RO/RO)
- Length Overall/Beam/Draft
- Propulsion Type
- Electrical Power Frequency and Capacity
- Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) E0 or ECO
Class Endorsement (Y/N)
- Purchase Availability Date
• For the top no more than ten (10) vessels, provide a narrative justifying the vessels selected for further assessment.
• For vessels not selected, provide a narrative justifying the vessels’ non-recommendation for further assessment.
1. List of all identified vessels, prioritized to highlight those vessels considered with the greatest capacity or potential to meet ORD requirements (Attachment J-3), with particular attention to the Key Vessel Requirements (items 5a-5h);
2. Preliminary screening recommendation, including characterization of vessels and any sister-ship availability;
3. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimate for value of each recommended vessel in the as-is condition, without upgrade;
4. Narrative report supporting the recommended screening.
5. Briefing (e.g. PowerPoint slides) summarizing the report.
CLINs Description of supplies or services for each of the CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
CLIN
Second Screening
This second screening shall further analyze the vessels specified by the Government, based on the results of CLIN 0001. The VAM shall provide the maximum amount of information for each vessel (without conducting on-site shipboard surveys), to include at a minimum the following information and analysis:
• Comparison of vessel capability as-is against the ORD requirements;
• Identification of where ORD requirements can be met with upgrades;
• Consideration of alternatives for various cost factors to meet the ORD;
• A ROM estimate, including:
- Acquisition cost;
- Cost to reflag;
- Itemized cost for upgrades to meet ORD;
- Any known items which may be delivered with the vessel (onboard and ashore);
- Cost associated with activating a vessel in lay-up; and
- Pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS.
• Provide an initial Business Case Analysis.
The report shall contain a prioritized listing of the screened vessels, from which the Government shall determine the candidate vessel(s) for prospective procurement. The BCA shall include for each of the recommended vessels:
- Total Acquisition Cost, including purchase price and any necessary modifications/ upgrades to meet ORD requirements;
- Most recent class survey;
- Any outstanding class recommendations;
- Port state information exchange results;
- Hull and Machinery P&I Claims;
- Class endorsements;
- ROM operating costs, including costs associated with activating vessel in lay-up
1. Prioritized list of all vessels, highlighting those vessels recommended as candidates for shipboard surveys that best meet ORD specifications, with particular attention to the Key Vessel Requirements (items 5a- 5h);
2. Initial Business Case Analysis for recommended candidate vessels;
3. Proposed schedule of vessel surveys and ROM estimate to support making the final recommendation;
4. Statement of Work (SOW) to perform the final Business Case Analysis and recommendation, including required personnel and rates, proposed travel (locations/estimates), and time for completion;
5. Basis of Estimate and Cost to perform CLIN 0004.
6. Briefing (e.g. PowerPoint slides) summarizing the initial BCA.
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail) and pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS.
CLIN
Accelerated Vessel Search and Screening
• Conduct a global market survey of specified type of vessels; (e.g. RO/RO);
• Identify currently available vessels or those that could be made available for acquisition;
• Provide to MARAD a listing of all vessels in priority order identified in the market survey including:
- Vessel name
- Type of Vessel
- Vessel Flag State
- Year Built/Age
- Vessel Classification Society and
Classification Status
- Vessel Owner
- Total Square Feet (RO/RO)
- Length Overall/Beam/Draft
- Propulsion Type
- Electrical Power Frequency and Capacity
- SOLAS E0 or ECO Class Endorsement
(Y/N)
- Purchase Availability Date
• Comparison of the vessel capability as-is, against the ORD requirements;
• Identification of where ORD requirements can be met with upgrades;
• Consideration of alternatives for various cost factors to meet the ORD;
• A ROM estimate, including:
- Total Acquisition Cost to meet ORD requirements;
- Cost to reflag;
- Itemized cost for upgrades to meet ORD;
- Any known items which may be delivered with the vessel (onboard and ashore);
- Cost associated with activating a vessel in lay-up; and
- Pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS.
1. List of all identified vessels, prioritized to highlight those vessels considered with the greatest capacity or potential to meet ORD requirements (Attachment J-3), with particular attention to the Key Vessel Requirements (items 5a-5h);
2. Screening recommendation, including characterization of vessel(s) and any sister-ship availability;
3. ROM estimate for value of each recommended vessel in the as-is condition, without modification/upgrade;
4. Narrative report supporting the prioritized recommended screening;
5. Initial Business Case Analysis;
6. Schedule of surveys/inspections and ROM estimate to make the final recommendation;
7. Statement of Work to perform the final Business Case Analysis and recommendation, including required personnel and rates, proposed travel (locations/estimates), and time for completion; and
8. Basis of Estimate and Cost to perform CLIN 0004.
9. Briefing (e.g. PowerPoint slides) summarizing the initial BCA.
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
• Provide an initial Business Case Analysis.
The report shall contain a prioritized listing of the screened vessels, from which the Government shall determine the candidate vessel(s) for prospective procurement. The BCA shall include for each of the recommended vessels:
- Total Acquisition Cost, including purchase price and any necessary modifications/upgrades to meet ORD requirements;
- Most recent class survey;
- Any outstanding class recommendations;
- Port state information exchange results;
- Hull and Machinery P&I Claims;
- Class endorsements;
- ROM operating costs, including costs associated with activating vessel in lay-up and pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS.
CLIN
Survey, Inspection & Final Recommendation – Business Case Analysis (BCA)
Plan and execute vessel surveys. Develop a Vessel Survey Plan that defines the tasks and schedule for a comprehensive assessment of the vessel’s material condition and operational capabilities. Coordinate logistics for required Government and Contractor personnel to support pier side and underway surveys. The surveys shall accomplish the following:
• Complete vessel material condition assessment;
• Operational tests listed in the Vessel Survey Guide (Attachment J-10), to the maximum extent permissible by the owner/operator;
• Identify any vessel operating abnormalities;
• Itemize shipboard and shore-based spares and develop a ROM value;
• Validate cargo space area and cargo handling capacity (i.e. ramp safe working loads);
• Engage USCG and ABS to identify
1. Business Case Analysis based on the aforementioned data and analysis. The BCA shall include vessel ranking with narrative justification. The analysis should consider, at minimum, the items identified in Attachment J-8.
2. Completed vessel survey, with detailed survey results and assessment of vessel material condition and operating capacity, and also noting any exceptions to operational tests (Attachment J-
10) or inspected areas;
3. Detailed cost report, including Lifecycle Cost Estimate, with the minimum information per Attachment J-12. This includes, but is not limited to, the costs associated with vessel acquisition, re-flag, re-class, Baseline Readiness, and any necessary modifications/upgrades
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail) requirements for re-flagging and re-classification, as required;
• Acquire general arrangement, midship section, and hull/deck scantling plans and conduct drawing analysis to validate deck strength;
• Acquire Stability Analysis, Trim and Stability Booklet and Loading Manual to validate intact and damage stability; and
• Develop initial list of items required for modifications/upgrades to meet ORD specifications and identify any factors that are deemed not economically beneficial to achieve.
In addition to the survey items, the BCA shall include for each vessel:
• A detailed Cost Estimate, including acquisition, operating, maintenance and any other costs to develop a comprehensive Lifecycle Cost Estimate. The lifecycle cost should be based on an additional 25 years of service life for a vessel being maintained in ROS-5 status.
• A capability score based on the ORD provided in Attachment J-3.
• Identification of sister ships.
• Any risks or uncertainties associated with the vessel.
to meet ORD specifications;
4. Overview of VAM’s work accomplished for each vessel (i.e.
tests, inspections, assessments, staffing, including sub-contractors);
5. Timeline to complete modifications/upgrades or acceptance criteria within the Government’s requirements;
6. Spares and logistics listing, including shore side spares, class required spares, and additional onboard spares;
7. Last Hull Ultrasonic Testing (U.T.) Report;
8. Last Class Survey;
9. USCG requirements detailing re-flagging requirements; and
10. ABS Statement of Fact for class requirements to be met for continued service and/or re-classification.
11. Briefing (e.g. PowerPoint slides) summarizing the BCA and survey results.
CLIN
Base Vessel Acquisition and Delivery Support Services
Provide support services to procure the selected vessel and deliver it to a U.S. port at the direction of the Government. To accomplish the procurement of the vessel, the following efforts are required:
• Develop a sales contract;
• Administer the bill of sale;
• Coordinating vessel transfer details with the
1. Vessel documentation with MARAD/DOT as vessel owner;
2. USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI), if available;
3. ABS Certificate of Class, if available;
4. Additional certificates from class per required documents listing of VAM contract, e.g. Cargo Vessel Safety Radio Certificate, etc., as necessary;
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
Seller and the Government;
• Coordinate and arrange any other requirements for the vessel to become property of the United States.
Additional requirements under this effort include the following:
• Conduct final negotiations for the vessel including, but not limited to:
- Spare parts
- Outfitting
- Drawings, plans and manuals
- Preventive maintenance plan
- Maintenance history
- Delivery of the vessel to the Continental
United States
• Present the acquisition and delivery price to the Government for acceptance;
• Upon Government acceptance, arrange delivery of the vessel to a port where vessel will be re-flagged and/or re-classed and, if applicable, upgraded;
• Arrange shipping of all shore-based spares, owner-held documents, manuals, etc.;
• Employ four senior officers (Master, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer, First Assistant Engineer) to embark on the vessel for its delivery to the Continental United States (if vessel routinely calls upon the United States, ensure the VAM’s crew rides the final transit of the Seller);
• Government will take delivery of vessel and all appurtenances upon arrival at U.S. port, with vessel ownership under MARAD/DOT on behalf of the U.S. Government, and with custody and responsibility of the vessel under the VAM as the Vessel Operator;
• Develop specifications and plans for vessel re-flagging and/or vessel re-classification and/or Government-directed modifications/upgrades;
• Solicit with a shipyard or industrial contractor
5. Populated NS-E database;
6. Upgrade solicitation package, including cost estimate;
7. Delivery of vessel to U.S. port as directed by Government;
8. Validated inventory of onboard equipment/outfitting;
9. Survey of fuel oil/lube oil;
10. Validated inventory of shore-based spare parts, logistics support packages, and class recommended spares.
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail) for re-flagging and/or vessel re-classification and Government-directed modifications/upgrades;
• Coordinate with USCG and ABS for re-flagging and/or re-classification of the vessel to achieve a USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI), ABS Certificates of Class, and all other certificates and documentation for U.S. Flag Public Vessel Operation;
• Recommend to the Government manuals and drawings for translation to English, or procure English versions, and accomplish same, as directed;
• Recommend to the Government any additional spare parts for the vessel, including shore-based spares and procure as directed;
• Populate the ABS Nautical Systems Enterprise (NS-E) database, including preventive maintenance plan, spare parts, certificates, documents, and electronic manuals/drawings, using MARAD’s existing license;
• Recommend to the Government necessary outfitting and consumables for the vessel to be maintained in an ROS-5 status;
• Arrange for a full operating crew to activate the vessel and deliver the vessel to its out-port berth as directed;
• Develop a solicitation to include those modifications/upgrades that the Government deems necessary as directed.
CLIN
Vessel Acquisition
Purchase the vessel on behalf of the Government.
1. Vessel;
2. Bill of Sale;
3. Transfer of Title.
CLIN
Vessel Upgrade and Re-Delivery
Conduct modifications/upgrades to the vessel to meet ORD specifications as directed by the
1. Upgrade package for Government-directed modifications/upgrades;
2. Awarded contract for
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
Government. This shall include:
• Employing naval architects and marine engineers to develop plans and drawings for directed upgrades and gaining regulatory body acceptance of proposed upgrades;
• Creating the upgrade specification package;
• Soliciting upgrade package for competitive bidding;
• Upon Government approval, contracting with a shipyard, or industrial assistance facility if conducted at the lay berth, to accomplish upgrades;
• Providing necessary oversight of the shipyard / contractor work;
• Demonstrating satisfactory completion of all upgrade work, including non-destructive and/or operational testing (dock trials and/or sea trials), as required by MARAD or regulatory bodies;
• Gaining regulatory body approval of completed upgrades, if necessary;
• Updating all manuals, drawings, and NS-E to reflect the upgrades;
• Redelivering the vessel to its RRF port of designation.
shipyard/contractor to accomplish approved upgrade package;
3. Vessel with completed modifications/upgrades, per Government approved upgrade package,
4. Demonstration of satisfactory completion of upgrades (i.e. non-destructive testing, dock trial or sea trial reports), as required by Government;
5. Regulatory body approval, as required;
6. Updated manuals, drawings, and NS-E database to reflect the upgrades.
7. Delivery of vessel to RRF port of designation;
8. Vessel marking, identity.
CLIN
Vessel Custodian Management – ROS
Maintain the vessel(s) in Reduced Operating Status (ROS), to include but not limited to such tasks as:
• Developing a Government-approved Lifecycle Management Plan and Preventative Maintenance Plan (PMP),
• Implement and perform actions per the Lifecycle Management and Preventative Maintenance Plan.
• Determining deficiencies;
1. Activation/Deactivation Plans;
2. Lifecycle Management Plan;
3. Preventative Maintenance Plan
(PMP);
Any other deliverable as required per attachment J-5.
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
• Writing specifications;
• Performing minor repairs;
• Supervising major repairs performed by subcontractors;
• Stocking spare parts;
• Maintaining inventory;
• Provisioning;
• Crewing; Crew training
• Testing systems and equipment to ensure compliance with USCG certifications, ABS regulatory requirements, and any other prescribed requirements.
• Developing the activation and deactivation plans for FOS.
• Layberthing services
• Meeting MARAD readiness goals
The objective of this CLIN is to be exercised for a period of performance as needed until the respective vessel Operations and Maintenance can be delivered to the MARAD via the Ship Manager Contract, other vehicle, or means. TE?
CLIN
Vessel Custodian Management – FOS
Provide for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the vessel(s) in Full Operating Status (FOS) Services required include labor and supervision to equip, provision, supply (including medical supplies), replace, renew, upgrade, maintain, or repair structures, equipment, machinery, outfitting, spare parts, and supplies in accordance with regulatory bodies’ rules and regulations.
The objective of this CLIN is to be exercised for a period of performance as needed until the respective vessel Operations and Maintenance can be delivered to the MARAD via the Ship Manager Contract, other vehicle, or means
1. All deliverables required per Attachment J-5
CLINs
Major Deliverables (Refer to Attachment J-5:
Deliverables for additional detail)
CLIN
Cost Reimbursable Items required to support CLIN 0008 and CLIN 0009 per J19.
All Deliverables required per J-5
[END OF SECTION B]
0. Introduction
0.1. Provide Vessel Acquisition Management (VAM) services for the US Maritime Administration (MARAD) including vessel(s) search and selection, surveys and inspections, upgrade oversight, Custodial Management, and operations and maintenance.
0.2. Deliver vessel to MARAD that meets USCG, ABS, and SOLAS requirements for a Roll-on / Roll-off vessel to be endorsed for Coastwise service in the United States, and meeting or exceeding all technical requirements of the contract and Specifications.
0.3. Create and submit post award conference agenda one week prior to conference (Deliverable #1).
0.4. Attend post award conference as scheduled by the Government.
1. Vessel Search and Preliminary Screening
1.1. Conduct a global market survey of specified type of vessels; (e.g. RO/RO).
1.1.1. Review the Operational Requirements Document (ORD) and confirm requirements with the Government.
1.1.2. Develop full understanding of Survey Plan Template for Vessel Candidates.
1.1.3. Review Sea Trial Agenda and make recommendations to MARAD.
1.1.4. Survey the used ship market using the web based tool IHS MARKIT with a global database of over 200,000 vessels, and identify all vessels that meet the ORD mandatory requirements (Circular of Requirements “shall” statements) and closely meet the ORD’s Top Level Requirement Threshold, prioritized to highlight those vessels considered with the greatest capacity or potential to meet ORD requirements.
1.1.5. Using the ORD as a baseline, develop a web-based application (SHIPFAX 1.2) to rank vessels using DOD’s Preference of Features.
1.1.6. Auto populate vessel specific data into application for those vessels that closely meet the DOD’s Preference of Features minimum threshold, and are SOLAS compliant.
1.1.7. Make application available to MARAD to test and filter priorities.
1.2. Identify currently available vessels or those that could be made available for acquisition.
1.2.1. Using SHIPFAX 1.2, populate initial list of all vessels that meet minimum criteria, and submit to the Government.
1.2.2. Provide to MARAD a listing of all vessels in priority order identified in the initial market survey including:
a. Vessel name
SECTION C: Specification / Contractor Statement of Work (CSOW) Incorporated by reference: Contractor's (Crowley Government Services) proposal to include volumes 1-6 dated April 29th, 2021
Contractor Statement of Work
b. Type of Vessel
c. Vessel Flag State
d. Year Built/Age
e. Vessel Classification Society and Classification Status
f. Vessel owner
g. Total Square Feet (RO/RO)
h. Length Overall/Beam/Draft
i. Propulsion Type
j. Electric Power Frequency and Capacity
k. SOLAS E0 or ECO Class Endorsement (Y/N)
l. Purchase Availability Date
1.2.3. Create and submit list in priority order of preliminary screening candidates (Deliverable #2).
1.2.4. Create and submit Preliminary screening recommendation (Deliverable #3), using the ORD as a basis of priority.
1.3. Assess vessel information and recommend to MARAD no more than ten vessels which have the highest potential of meeting the ORD and offering the best value upon initial assessment.
1.3.1. Utilize SHIPFAX 1.2 to perform a detailed review of candidate vessels to down select up to ten vessel(s) that score the highest on the ORD DOD Preference of Features.
1.4. For the top no more than ten vessels, provide a narrative justifying the vessel’s selection as to why it is being considered for further assessment.
1.4.1. Create and submit narrative report for the top vessels (no more than 10) supporting preliminary screening recommendation (Deliverable #4).
1.4.2. Create and submit Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimate for each vessel in the as-is condition, without upgrade (Deliverable #5).
1.4.3. For vessels not selected, provide a narrative as to why the vessel or vessels are not being recommended for further assessment.
1.4.4. Develop and submit narrative as to why other vessels were not selected.
1.5. Provide a briefing with slides to the Government, summarizing the report.
2. Second Screening
2.1. Based on the results of CLIN 0001, this second screening shall include the number of vessels specified by the Government at time of award of the CLIN.
2.1.1. Comparison of the ship capability as-is, against the ORD requirements.
2.1.2. Cross reference ORD requirements with vessel as-is and identify which features have not been met, which features have met the Threshold, and which features have met the Objective of the ORD.
2.1.3. Provide Cross Reference report to the Government.
2.2. Identification of where ORD requirements can be met with upgrades.
2.2.1. Using Cross Reference report, Program Manager (Naval Architect) will review ORD Top Level Requirements and ships drawings to identify where ORD requirements can be met with upgrades.
2.3. Consideration of alternatives of various cost factors to meet the ORD.
2.3.1. Use Crowley’s Corporate Engineering Group to identify available shipyards that are capable of converting vessel to meet the Threshold and/or Objective ORD requirements.
2.3.2. Contact vendors and equipment manufacturers with the services and materials required for the candidate vessel to meet the Threshold of the features in the ORD, if not already met.
2.3.3. Contact vendors and equipment manufacturers with the services and materials required for the candidate vessel to meet the Objective of the features in the ORD, if not already met.
2.4. Provide a ROM estimate, including:
a. Acquisition cost
b. Cost to reflag
c. Itemized cost for upgrades to meet ORD
d. Any known items which may be delivered with the ship (on board and ashore)
e. Cost associated with activating a vessel in lay- up
f. Pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS.
2.4.1. Create and submit Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimate (Deliverable #5).
2.4.2. Create and submit list of second screening candidates (Deliverable #6).
2.4.3. Create and submit second screening recommendation (Deliverable #7).
2.5. Develop initial Business Case Analysis (Deliverable #8) and submit to MARAD. BCA shall contain Prioritized listing of the vessels from which the Government will complete screening for determination of number of vessels for acquisition and include for each of the recommended vessels:
a. Total Acquisition Cost, including purchase price and any necessary modifications/upgrades to meet ORD requirements
b. Most recent class survey
c. Any outstanding class recommendations
d. Port state information exchange results
e. Hull and Machinery P&I Claims
f. Class endorsements
g. ROM operating costs, including costs associated with activating a vessel in lay-up and pro-forma daily costs for FOS and ROS
2.6. Create and submit Basis of Estimate and Cost to perform CLIN 0004 (Deliverable #10).
2.7. For identified candidate vessel(s), provide a copy of the database from the Enterprise Management System to VAM and Integrated Program Office (IPO).
2.8. Create and submit Schedule of Testing and Inspections/ROM estimate to make final recommendation (Deliverable #11).
2.8.1. Create detailed Test Plan (survey plan) using RRF recapitalization program Vessel Survey Guide as a baseline.
2.8.2. At least three weeks prior to vessel inspection/survey, submit draft Test Plan to IPO for guidance and approval.
2.9. Provide a briefing with slides to the Government, summarizing the initial BCA.
3. Accelerated Vessel Search and Screening
3.1. Conduct a global market survey of specified type of vessels; (e.g.RO/RO).
3.1.1. Review the Operational Requirements Document (ORD) and confirm requirements with the Government.
3.1.2. Develop full understanding of Survey Plan Template for Vessel Candidates Review Sea Trial Agenda and make recommendations to MARAD.
3.1.3. Survey the used ship market using the web based tool IHS MARKIT with a global database of over 200,000 vessels, and identify all vessels that meet the ORD mandatory requirements (Circular of Requirements “shall” statements) and closely meet the ORD’s Top Level Requirement Threshold.
3.1.4. Using the ORD as a baseline, develop a web based application (SHIPFAX 1.2) to rank vessels using DOD’s Preference of Features, prioritized to highlight those vessels considered with the greatest capacity or potential to meet ORD requirements, with particular attention to the Key Vessel Requirements (items 5a-5h).
3.1.5. Auto populate vessel specific data into application for those vessels that closely meet the DOD’s Preference of Features minimum threshold, and are SOLAS compliant.
3.1.6. Make application available to MARAD to test and filter priorities.
3.2. Identify currently available vessels or those that could be made available for acquisition.
3.2.1. Using SHIPFAX 1.2, populate initial list of all vessels that meet minimum criteria, and submit to the Government.
3.2.2. Provide to MARAD a listing of all vessels in priority order identified in the initial market survey including:
a. Vessel name
b. Type of Vessel
c. Vessel Flag State
d. Year Built/Age
e. Vessel Classification Society and Classification Status
f. Vessel owner
g. Total Square Feet (RO/RO)
h. Length Overall/Beam/Draft
i. Propulsion Type
j. Electrical Power Frequency and capacity
k. SOLAS E0 or ECO Class Endorsement (Y/N)
l. Purchase Availability Date
3.2.3. Create and submit list in priority order of preliminary screening candidates (Deliverable #2).
3.2.4. Create and submit Preliminary screening recommendation (Deliverable #3), using the ORD as a basis of priority.
3.3. Comparison of the ship capability as-is, against the ORD requirements.
3.3.1. Cross reference ORD requirements with vessel as-is and identify which features have not been met, which features have met the Threshold, and which features have met the Objective of the ORD.
3.4. Identification of where ORD requirements can be met with upgrades.
3.4.1. Using Cross Reference report, Program Manager (Naval Architect) will review ORD Top Level Requirements and ships drawings to identify where ORD requirements can be met with upgrades.
3.5. Consideration of alternatives of various cost factors to meet the ORD.
3.5.1. Use Crowley’s Corporate Engineering Group to identify available shipyards that are capable of converting vessel to meet the Threshold and/or Objective ORD requirements
3.5.2. Contact vendors and equipment manufacturers with the services and materials required for the candidate vessel to meet the Threshold of the features in the ORD, if not already met.
3.5.3. Contact vendors and equipment manufacturers with the services and materials required for the candidate vessel to meet the Objective of the features in the ORD, if not already met.
3.6. A ROM estimate, including:
a. Total Acquisition Cost to meet ORD requirements
b. Cost to reflag
c. Itemized cost for upgrades to meet ORD
d. Any known items which may be delivered with the ship (on board and ashore)
e. Cost associated with activating a vessel in lay- up
f. Pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS
3.6.1. Create and submit Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimate (Deliverable #5).
3.6.2. Create and submit list of second screening candidates (Deliverable #6).
3.6.3. Create and submit second screening recommendation (Deliverable #7).
3.7. Develop initial Business Case Analysis (Deliverable #8) and submit to MARAD. BCA shall contain Prioritized listing of the vessels from which the Government will complete screening for determination of number of vessels for acquisition and include for each of the recommended vessels:
a. Most recent class survey
b. Any outstanding class recommendations
c. Port state information exchange results
d. Class endorsements
e. ROM operating costs, including costs associated with activating a vessel in lay-up, pro-forma daily costs for FOS or ROS
f. Prioritized listing of the vessels from which the Government will complete screening for determination of number of vessels for acquisition
3.8. Develop initial business case analysis (Deliverable #8) and submit to MARAD.
3.9. Create and submit Basis of Estimate and Cost to perform CLIN 0004 (Deliverable #10).
3.10. For identified candidate vessel(s), provide a copy of the database from the Enterprise Management System to VAM and Integrated Program Office (IPO).
3.11. Create and submit Schedule of Testing and Inspections/ROM estimate to make final recommendation (Deliverable #11).
3.11.1. Create detailed Test Plan (survey plan) using RRF recapitalization program Vessel Survey Guide as a baseline.
3.11.2. At least three weeks prior to vessel inspection/survey, submit draft Test Plan to IPO for guidance and approval.
3.12. Provide a briefing with slides to the Government, summarizing the initial BCA.
4. Survey, Inspection & Final Recommendation – Business Case Analysis
(BCA)
4.1. Plan and execute vessel surveys.
4.1.1. Develop a Vessel Survey Plan that defines the tasks and schedule for a comprehensive assessment of the vessel’s material condition and operational capabilities.
4.1.2. Coordinate logistics for required Government and Contractor personnel to support pierside and underway surveys.
4.1.3. Set dates to perform pier side and underway survey that is agreeable to MARAD, CGS, and vessel owner /operator.
4.2. Perform complete material condition assessment of vessel.
4.2.1. Review flag state report history and IACS report history (eg. SAFENET for ABS) for negative data including violations, collisions, allisions, major machinery failures, fires, loss of certifications. Document findings.
4.2.2. Review PMP to see that preventative and corrective maintenance is being performed.
4.2.3. Visit vessel(s) and perform on-site survey as follows:
4.2.3.1. Walk decks, cargo holds, machinery spaces including bilges, living quarters for general material condition of the vessel. Document findings.
4.2.3.2. Engineering:
4.2.3.2.1. Witness engine room operations and all auxiliary
equipment.
4.2.3.2.2. Inspect while running, all systems associated with main propulsion.
4.2.3.2.3. Inspect while running, all auxiliary systems, including pumps, motors, compressors, and associated valves, piping, insulation.
4.2.3.2.4. Validate machinery manufacturer for reliability and availability of spares.
4.2.3.2.5. Perform steering test, to include switching units over and full rudder swing.
4.2.3.2.6. Witness thruster operations while maneuvering into/out of port.
4.2.3.2.7. Test safety shutdowns, if practicable.
4.2.3.2.8. Interview engineering officers for equipment working order and reliability.
4.2.3.3. Inspect electrical systems, including generators, switchboards, lighting, cableways. Document findings.
4.2.3.4. Inspect damage control equipment, including fire pumps, fire stations, and AFFF, CO2 systems. Document findings.
4.2.3.5. Inspect and witness proper operation of navigation and communications systems.
4.2.3.6. Deck and Cargo Handling:
4.2.3.6.1. Test cargo equipment, can be performed while
loading/unloading vessel.
4.2.3.6.2. Test deck and mooring equipment while tying up the vessel.
4.2.3.6.3. Witness dropping and raising of anchor(s) and anchor windlass as allowed, but a minimum of one shot.
4.2.3.6.4. Interview deck officers as to equipment working order and reliability.
4.2.3.7. Inspect the condition of the habitability spaces. Document findings:
4.2.3.7.1. Witness galley operations and proper operation of galley equipment.
4.2.3.7.2. Perform informal interview with steward department for additional information.
4.2.3.8. Ensure fire plan is by the gangway, and review plan for accuracy and compliance with Flag state.
4.2.3.9. Witness a fire and boat drill if practicable, inspecting lifeboat, associated lifesaving equipment, and firefighting equipment.
Document findings.
4.2.3.10. Inspect fire dampers for rust and working condition. Document findings.
4.2.3.11. Test automatic closures in firefighting systems. Document findings.
4.2.3.12. Inspect overall condition of vessel coatings. Document findings:
4.2.3.12.1. Perform tank inspections to witness coating condition and cross check with IACS report.
4.2.3.12.2. Inspect hull, cargo holds, and weather deck coatings, looking for signs of active corrosion.
4.2.3.12.3. Inspect hull for damage and dents.
4.2.3.13. Conduct operational tests listed in the Vessel Survey Guide to the maximum extent permissible by the owner operator.
4.2.4. Perform pre-trial conference: Review recommended test plan with onboard government team, vessel senior officers, and owners’ representative, and create a test schedule that has minimum impact on ship operations.
4.2.5. Perform as much testing as possible while in port.
4.2.6. Review all vessel documentation (COI equivalent, vibration analysis, hull thickness gauging, thermography, cathodic protection system, scope of work in last dry-dock, gauge calibration list, megger readings, etc.).
4.3. Identify any vessel operating abnormalities.
4.3.1. Review thermography and vibration analysis reports and any abnormalities will require a close-up inspection of operating conditions.
4.4. Itemize shipboard and shore-based spares and develop a ROM value.
4.4.1. Identify all Class-required and Manufacturer-recommended spare parts and tools for entry into a database and maintenance in NS-E.
4.4.2. Perform an onboard representative sampling of spare parts inventory and validate with the current spare parts management system (as part of PMP) being used on the vessel.
4.4.3. Review shore based spares list and validate before vessel acquisition.
4.4.4. Inventory special tools and provide list of those that will be transfer with the vessel.
4.4.5. Provide list of equipment and outfitting materials that will not transfer with the vessel.
4.5. Validate cargo space area(s) and cargo handling capacity (i.e. ramp safe working loads).
4.5.1. Walk the cargo spaces with deck operations manual and validate accuracy of deck operations manual by witnessing frame numbers and deck heights.
4.5.2. Review cargo certifications for accuracy of weight tests and any discrepancies.
4.5.3. Visually validate cargo handling equipment and check for proper labeling of cargo equipment.
4.6. Engage U.S. Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping to identify requirements for re-flag (under the MSP expedited process) and re-class, if required.
4.6.1. Perform detailed Gap analysis to identify the differences in flag state and USCG requirements.
4.6.2. Review gap analysis with USCG, and make changes as required.
4.6.3. Perform detailed Gap analysis to identify the differences in current IACS and American Bureau of Shipping.
4.6.4. Review gap analysis with ABS, and make changes as required.
4.7. Acquire general arrangement, midship section, and hull/deck scantling plans in both electronic and hard copy from owner/operator and have CGS Naval Architect conduct drawing analysis to validate deck strength.
4.8. Acquire Stability Analysis, Trim and Stability Booklet and Loading Manual from owner/operator and have Naval Architect validate intact and damage stability.
4.8.1. Review, validate, and deliver Trim and Stability Booklet preliminary as submitted to USCG 14 days prior to scheduled vessel upgrade sea trial; Final Approved Booklet with Stability Letter as proposed (Deliverable #42).
4.9. Develop initial list of items required for upgrades to meet ORD requirements and identify any factors that are deemed not economically beneficial to achieve.
4.9.1. Create gap analysis to compare existing vessel features against the requirements to meet the ORD.
4.9.2. Submit ORD gap analysis to MARAD for review.
4.9.3. Prepare a cost analysis of upgrades necessary to meet the ORD requirements, and make recommendations to what features are deemed not economically beneficial to achieve.
4.10. BCA shall also include for each vessel:
a. Capability score based on the ORD provided in L-3.
b. Identification of sister ships.
c. Risks or uncertainties associated with the vessel.
4.10.1. Account for lifecycle costs to achieve an additional 25 years’ service in ROS-5.
4.10.2. Create and submit Life Cycle Cost Estimate Report based on an additional 25 years of service (Deliverable #12).
4.10.3. Create and submit Overview of VAM's work accomplished (Deliverable #13).
4.10.4. Create and submit Timeline to complete vessel upgrades (Deliverable #14), or acceptance criteria.
4.10.5. Review, update and submit MARAD RRF Sea Trial agenda (Completed) (Deliverable #15), noting any exceptions to tests or inspections.
4.10.6. Create and submit recommended Spares and Logistics Parts List (Deliverable #16).
4.10.7. Submit last UT Report (Deliverable #17).
4.10.8. Submit last Class Survey (Deliverable #18).
4.10.9. Create and submit Test and Inspection Procedures (Deliverable #19).
4.10.10. Develop statement of work for final Business Case Analysis (Deliverable #9).
4.10.11. Develop final Business Case Analysis (Deliverable #20).
4.10.12. Attain and deliver USCG/ABS Certificates, as required (Deliverable #22).
4.11. Provide a briefing with slides to the Government, summarizing the BCA and survey results.
5. Base Vessel Acquisition and Delivery Support Services
5.1. Provide support services to procure the vessel and deliver it to a U.S. port at the direction of the government. Included in this effort shall be:
5.2. Develop a sales contract and administer the bill of sale.
5.3. Coordinate vessel transfer details with seller and Government.
5.4. Coordinate and arrange any other requirements for the vessel to become property of the Government.
5.5. Conduct final negotiations for the vessel including, but not limited to, spare parts, outfitting, drawings, plans, manuals, preventive maintenance plan, maintenance history, and delivery of the vessel to the Continental United States.
5.6. Present the acquisition and delivery price to the Government for acceptance.
5.7. Upon acceptance, arrange delivery of the vessel to a port where vessel will be re-flagged and/or re-classed and, if applicable, upgraded.
5.8. Arrange shipping of all shore-based spares, owner held documents, manuals, etc.
5.9. Employ four senior officers (Master, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer, First Assistant Engineer) to embark on the vessel for its delivery to the Continental United States (if vessel routinely calls upon the United States, ensure the VAM’s crew rides the final transit of the seller).
5.10. Government will take delivery of vessel and all appurtenances upon arrival at U.S. port, with vessel ownership being for the U.S. Government as MARAD/DOT, and the custody and responsibility of the vessel being for the VAM as the Vessel Operator.
5.11. Develop specifications and plans for vessel re-flagging and/or vessel re-classification and/or government directed upgrades.
5.12. Solicit with a shipyard or industrial contractor for re-flagging and/or vessel re-classification and government directed upgrades.
5.13. Coordinate with U.S. Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping for re-flagging and/or re- classification of the vessel to achieve a U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection (COI), American Bureau of Shipping Load Line, and all other certificates and documentation for U.S. Flag Public Vessel Operation.
5.14. Recommend to the government manuals and drawings for translation to English, or procurement of English versions, and accomplish same, as directed.
5.15. Recommend to the government any additional spare parts for the vessel, including shore-based spares and procure as directed.
5.16. Develop the American Bureau of Shipping Nautical Systems Enterprise (NS-E) database including preventive maintenance plan, spare parts, certificates, documents, and electronic manuals/drawings population using MARAD’s existing license.
5.16.1. Develop an efficient and manageable Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) program using Nautical Systems Enterprise (NS-E).
5.16.2. Include all data and documentation available to support maintenance and repair of all major machinery and electrical equipment onboard the vessel, to the lowest repairable part. NS-E will be under license to MARAD.
5.16.3. Develop the ILS database to include model numbers, serial numbers, locations, spare part allowance and availability, and other critical information for all major machinery and electrical equipment, including GFE where appropriate.
5.16.4. Make the system functional including spares and other materials ordering and delivery tracking.
5.16.5. Ensure the system addresses dismantlement plans and logistics.
5.16.6. Work directly with the owner to obtain electronic copies of all equipment operations technical manuals, and ensure the documents are uploaded and indexed in NS-E. Translate to English as required.
5.16.7. Work directly with the owner to obtain all drawings for the major machinery and electrical equipment in electronic (PDF) format. Ensure the drawings are indexed and uploaded into NS-E. Translate to English as required.
5.16.8. Work directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to establish recommended preventative maintenance activities and the frequency at which these activities should be accomplished.
5.16.9. Develop a complete preventative maintenance plan and enter complete preventative maintenance plan into NS-E prior to the delivery of the vessel.
5.16.10. Ensure all Critical Spare Parts are received, warehoused, and tracked until such time…
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