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The following are questions and answers from vendors

Questions #1

1. In the ABSTRACT section, it states, “Work is to be conducted in Accordance with ABS rules and applicable to barges of this type for the Maritime Administration, Beaumont Reserve Fleet

(BRF).”

a. In accordance with ABS classification, which “barge type” is this? The barges that are being built are not classed but we would like the barges to be as close to ABS classification as possible. The barges that are being used in our fleet basin.

b. Can we get some guidance on MARAD’s specifications or what specifications from MARAD that would be applicable? I am asking to have barges built like the ones that I have listed in the contract. It is up to the builder to meet the correct specifications.

c. In the case of a conflict, what supersedes, ABS or MARAD specifications? Before any barge is built the contractor shall make a scale drawing with the proper specifications and material needed to build the barge. The drawings are only for reference of what MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet is asking for.

d. It states “in accordance” to ABS. Are we sure these barges are not classed? If they are classed, this would require ABS submittals, inspections, ABS welders, etc, and probably put us out of being competitive. Not Classed

2. In the REFERENCE section, it states, “Drawing of each barge not to scale. The drawings are only for reference.” In the CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE section, it states, “Specifications and drawings provided are estimates given for identification and general guidance only.” The issue is that the drawings conflict with the specifications

a. What supersedes, drawings, specifications, ABS or MARAD? The Contractor shall provide completed drawing of the barges being built before the build takes place

b. Member sizes and thicknesses called out on drawings and specifications, may not meet ABS requirements. The barges shall be built as close as possible to ABS classification

3. In reference to the specifications and drawings, the following are not listed or identified:

a. What is the required factor of safety on the lifting eyes? The lifting eyes shall be placed on all barges and shall be designed to safely lift the weight of the barges.

b. Are the lifting eyes required to be pull tested and to what factor with certification?

Yes. To what is required in the industry .

c. Are the barges required to be leak or pressure tested with certification? yes

d. What are the “live and dead deck loads” for each barge? The “OIL BOOM REEL SPUD BARGE” has 8,000 of hose and reels. Are there any other loads? The oil boom reel barge is the only barge with a deck load rating. The landing barge and swivel barge no load rating

e. There are no bumpers or rails on these barges. Are they required? No.

f. There is no ID or numbering stenciled on the barges. Is this required? No.

g. Is wave action applicable in the design and calculations? If yes, what’s the height and period? No.

h. “The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, material, engineering and structural calculations to accomplish the specification(s).” Is this required with the quote? Yes barge drawing and specifications listed in the contract are only for reference it is up to the contractor to build the barges as close as possible to the reference drawing. Before the barges are built is up to the contractor to deliver a complete set of drawing with the proper dimensions and material needed to build the specified barges, for approval.

Questions #2

1. 6. 0001. B. Four lifting eyes as shown in the drawing. Lifting eyes not seen in drawing. I have placed the lifting eyes in the drawing they are only for reference. The lifting eyes need to be place in a location where the barge can be lifted safely holding the weight of the barge.

2. 6. 0001. C. Stiffeners are 3” x 2” x ¼” x 5/16” angle iron and 8” x 2” flange plate. 5/16” angle is called out in the drawings, thus, 5/16” shall be used for material takeoff. The 8 x 2 flange plate is not depicted on the drawing anywhere. The size of the stiffeners 3” X 2” X 5/16” The drawing is only for reference if flange plates are needed for a barge this size they will also need to be 8” X 2” X 5/16”

3. 6. 0001. D. Four sets of double bitts. As drawn bitt appears to be a single 6” upright pipe with 1-1/2” round stock. Is the intent to have a single bitt, this is assumed based on a 12 x 12 footprint doubler. 2nd question – bitt material is called out 6” x 18” S80 pipe, then says 16” tall, further states bitts shall sit on the doubler. Is the 18” length incorrect? Drawing is only for Reference. Four (4) single 6” X 16” SCH 80 pipe diameter pipe 16” tall with 1 1/2” diameter Round Stock cross-arm by passing the upright 6” pipe at least 6” on each side. The cross arm shall be set-in bitts port to starboard. Bits shall sit on 12” X 12” X 1/4” plate doublers welded to the deck on each corner.

Barges will be lifted only if the weigh does not exceed 12 tons. I have added corrections to lifting eyes in drawings. The drawing is only for reference not to specifications.

Questions #3

We welcome the opportunity to bid Beaumont Reserve Fleet Barges (69727617Q00005).

Going thru the package there are a couple questions number 6. item statement of work and specification;

1. 0001 C. Calls out 3" x 2" x 1/4" x 5/16" drawing shows 5/16"

2. 0001 D. States four set of double bitts drawing shows single bitts.

3. 0003 E. Calls out 3"x2"x1/4"x5/16" drawing shows 1/4" Answers:

1. 0001 C. Needs to be 3" x 2" x 5/16” drawing shows 5/16"

2. 0001 D. Should be single bitts drawing shows single bitts.

3. 0003 E. Needs to be 3"x2"x5/16" drawing shows Should be 5/16”

Questions #4

Will the Government supply crane services to unload the barges?

the barge will be lifted only if the weigh does not exceed 12 tons.

Questions #5

Trying to price delivery of the three barges We would like to deliver on one of our barges. If stacked is there crane service at your dock that could be utilized and what cost if any would we incur.

The barge weight can not be over 12 tons and has to be no more than 10 foot from the edge of the delivery barge. No. cost.

Questions #6

The 3 drawings included with the solicitation package all have mistakes with the sheet numbers.

• Oil Boom Spud Barge 27’ x 19’ x 4’ contains 3 sheets labeled as follows :

o Page 1 of 3 o Page 1 of 3 o Page 1 of 3

• Landing Barge contains 3 sheets labeled as follows :

o Page 1 of 2 o Page 2 of 2 o Page 3 of 3

• Shorepower Swivel Barge contains 3 sheets labeled as follows :

o Page 2 of 3 o Page 3 of 4 o Page 4 of 4

I will work with what I have, but you might want to issue a clarification so that interested parties are not confused.

Attached corrections

Questions #7

• “Work is to be conducted in accordance with ABS Rules” – Will the barges be required to have an ABS Load Line and be inspected by ABS? NO But must be built to abs specification.

• 3.2 “The contractor shall provide copies of welder’s certificates upon MARAD request” – Will welders need to be ABS or USCG certified? Welders should be cetified.

• 3.6 “The contractor shall provide (1) complete set of approved drawings prior to construction of the barges.” – Who will be approving the drawings? MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet

• 3.11 “ Provide Mill Certificates of all plates used in this construction of barges.” – Will plate be required to be inspected and Mill certificates stamped by ABS? No

• 3.13 ”Deliver completed barges and ready for use” - What form of delivery is required or acceptable, by water or by truck? Will barges need to be set in the water after delivery?

Truck or water barges will be set in water after delivery if the weight is not over 12 tons

• 8.2 “Each barge project shall not take more than 30 straight calendar work days to complete 6 weeks. – Is the completion 30 days or 6 weeks for each barge? Does this include the engineering and drawing approval prior to construction? 30 calendar work days 6 weeks each barges after approval.

Stiffeners are listed as 3”x3”x1/4”x5/16” angle iron nd 8”x2” flange plates. What is the correct thickness for the angle iron and the flange plate? all 3”X2”X5/16” Flange plate 8”X2”X5/16”

Beaumont Reserve Fleet

Purchase: New Fabricated Barges for MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet

Statement of Work

1. ABSTRACT:

The intent is to describe the requirements applicable to the fabrication of (3) new steel barge listed in statement of work and specifications, undertaken in this contract and any changes thereto negotiated unless modified or excluded in particular specifications. Work is to be conducted in Accordance with ABS rules and applicable to barges of this type for the Maritime Administration, Beaumont Reserve Fleet (BRF).

2. Points of Contact

2.1 POC contacting for technical matters Mr. Eric Welch, MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet Deck Operations Supervisor. He May be reached at (409) 722- 3433 Ext. 229

3. Contractor Shall Provide:

3.1 Due to budget constraints all line items may/may not be awarded.

3.2 The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, material, engineering and structural calculations to accomplish the specification(s)

3.3 All welding shall be performed by a certified welder. The contractor shall provide copies of welder’s certificates upon MARAD request.

3.4 All steel used shall be of the original size as it was new or size listed in the statement of work or drawings if they are available for the particular builds.

3.5 All new steel shall be prepared by commercial blasting and coated, primed and painted.

3.6 The contractor shall obtain all applicable Insurance, Marine Chemist certificates and permits required by law to accomplish the specification(s).

3.7 The contractor shall Provide (1) complete set of approved drawings prior to construction of the barges. And (1) additional copy of any drawing that is revised during the construction.

3.8 Upon completion of the barges, the contractor shall furnish a scale drawing for Barge including dimensions. (4) Four hard copies and one electronic file copy shall be submitted to the MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet.

3.9 Specifications and drawings provided are estimates given for identification and general guidance only.

3.10 Material or equipment identified in these specifications may be with equivalent products with the Beaumont Reserve Fleet Representative’s approval.

3.11 Provide Mill certificates of all plates used in this construction of barges.

3.12 The contractor shall dispose of all waste as per local, state and federal regulations. Copies of disposal documentation, if required, shall be delivered to the Beaumont Reserve Fleet Environmental Officer.

3.13 Deliver the completed barge/barges and ready for use, to the Beaumont Reserve Fleet 2600 Amoco Road Beaumont Texas 77705

4. REFERENCES:

4.1 1 Drawing of each barge not to scale. The drawings are only for reference.

5. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL/SERVICES:

5.1 None

6. LINE ITEM STATEMENT OF WORK AND SPECIFICATIONS:

0001. Oil Boom Reel Barge

a. Overall Dimensions 27’ X 19’ X 4’ box steel spud barge for oil boom reel.

This barge stability shall be capeable of holding a oil boom reel and oil boom with a total weight 8000 lb. Reel dimitions are 10’W X 20’L X 10’H

b. Four lifting eyes need to be attached to barge all four corners, The Lifting eyes need to be mounted on side of barge as shown in the drawings. The lifting eyes shall be capable of lifting the weight of the barge and the eyelet size shall be large enough to handle a 1 1/4” anchor shackle screw pin.

c. All Steel Plate shall be ¼” thick. Deck plates, Side Plates, Bottom Plates, Headlong/Stern long plates and Bulkheads Plates.

Stiffeners are 3” X 2” X 5/16” angle iron and 8” X 2” flange plate.

Barge shall have 2 transverse bulkheads, with total of (3) 15” X 23” flush multi-Bolt watertight manholes.

d. Four (4) single bitt of 6” X 16” SCH 80 pipe diameter pipe 16” tall with 1 1/2” diameter Round Stock cross-arm by passing the upright 6” pipe at least 6” on each side. The cross arm shall be set-in bitts port to starboard.

Bits shall sit on 12” X 12” X 1/4” plate doublers welded to the deck on each corner.

e. 7 kevels 12” X 1” Round Stock shall be installed 3 opposite side of spuds, evenly spaced one on the end of barge center line two on the spud side of the barge, supported with ½” Plate 3 inches off the deck.

Barge shall be fitted with 2 spuds on one side of barge 25’ x 8” SCH 80 pipe, with sheaves and a 5 ton hand winch and 12” SCH 80 X 7’ Spud wells and a 2 part 9/16” Galv. cable to lift he spuds

f. Install removable hand rails on both side of barge and hand railing on each end of barge. Hand rails shall be 3’6” tall 11/2” steel pipe. Railings between stanchions shall be ¼” SS chain Bottom chain shall be 10” from

g. the deck center chain shall be 2’ from the deck, top chain shall be placed at the top of the stanchions. SS clips need to be placed on chain railing for removal.

h. Steel Protection includes anodes, primer coat and finish coat as follows.

Internals- Sand sweep and spray with epoxy PPG Buff Primer 4 mils dry.

Bottom and sides Headlong and Stern long blast to white metal and spray epoxy PPG Buff primer 4 mils dry. Final coats spray PPG epoxy gray paint 2 coats 4 mils each coat.

i. Top side Main Deck. Blast to white metal spray epoxy PPG Buff Primer 4 mils dry. Final coat spray PPG epoxy gray paint 2 coats 4 mils each coat.

Add nonskid into final 2nd coat.

j. Deck Fitting shall be blasted to white metal primed and painted to the above specifications as the top side main deck (excluding the nonskid).

Cathodic Protection place (4) 24 lb. anodes on bottom of barge in specified locations.

0002. Landing Barge

a. Overall Dimensions 40’ X 12’ X 4’ box steel barge

b. Four lifting eyes need to be attached to the barge on all four corners, The

Lifting eyes need to be 7’ from the end of each corner of the barge. The lifting eyes shall be capable of lifting the weight of the barge and the eyelet size shall be large enough to handle an 11/4” anchor shackle screw pin.

c. All Steel Plate shall be ¼” thick. Deck plates, Side Plates, Bottom Plates, Headlong/Sternlong plates, Bulkheads Plates.

d. Barge Corners are radiuses with 12 inch corners.

e. Stiffeners are 4”X 3”X 5/16” angle iron and 8” X 2” flange plate.

f. Barge shall have 2 transverse bulkheads with total of (3) 15” X 23” flush multi-Bolt manholes.

g. Four (4) sets of double bitts of 6” X 16” SCH 80 pipe 16” tall with 1 1/2” diameter Round Stock cross-arm shall be set-in bitts port to starboard. The round stock shall by pass through the pipe on either end at a minimum of 6”. Bits shall sit on 24” X 18” X 1/4” plate doubler welded to the deck on each corner.

h. 10 kevels 12” X 1” Round Stock shall be installed 4 on each side of the barge evenly spaced one on each end of barge center line supported with ½” Plate 3 inches off the deck.

i. Install removable hand rails on one side of barge with two walk through openings and hand railing on each end of barge. Hand rails shall be 3’6” tall 1 1/2” steel pipe. Railings between stanchions shall be ¼” SS chain Bottom chain shall be 10” from the deck center chain shall be 2’ from the deck, top chain shall be placed at the top of the stanchions. SS clips need to be placed on chain railing for removal.

j. Steel Protection includes anodes, primer coat and finish coat as follows.

k. Internals- Sand sweep and spray with epoxy PPG Buff Primer 4 mils dry.

l. Bottom and sides Headlong and Stern long blast to white metal and spray epoxy PPG Buff primer 4 mils dry. Final coats spray PPG epoxy gray paint 2 coats 4 mils each coat.

m. Top side Main Deck. Blast to white metal spray epoxy PPG Buff Primer 4 mils dry. Final coat spray PPG epoxy gray paint 2 coats 4 mils each coat.

Add nonskid into final 2nd coat.

n. Deck Fitting and hand railing shall be blasted to white metal, primed and painted to the above specifications as the top side main deck (excluding the nonskid).

o. Cathodic Protection place (8) 24 lb. anodes on bottom of barge in

0003. Shore Power Swivel Barge

a. Overall Dimensions 20’ X 10’ X 3’ box steel barge

b. Four lifting eyes need to be attached to barge all four corners, The Lifting eyes need to be mounted at the bits as shown in the drawings. The lifting eyes shall be capable of lifting the weight of the barge and the eyelet size shall be large enough to handle a 1 1/4” anchor shackle screw pin.

c. All Steel Plate shall be ¼” thick. Deck plates, Side Plates, Bottom Plates, Headlong/Sternlong plates, Bulkheads Plates.

d. The forward end of the barge shall be rounded from top to bottom to reduce chaffing of shore power cable (see drawing).

e. Stiffeners are 3” X 2”X 5/16” angle iron and 8” X 2” flange plate.

f. Barge shall have 1 transverse bulkhead with total of (2) 15” X 23” flush multi-Bolt watertight manholes.

g. Four (4) sets of double bitts of 6” X 16” SCH 80 pipe diameter pipe 16” tall with 1 1/2” diameter Round Stock cross-arm by passing the upright 6” pipe at least 6” on each side. The cross arm shall pass through the pipe port to starboard on either end at a minimum of 6”. Bitts shall sit on 28” X 12” X 1/4” plate doubler welded to the deck on each corner.

h. 5 kevels 12” X 1” Round Stock shall be installed 2 on each side of the barge evenly spaced one on the end of barge that is flat center line supported with ½” Plate 3 inches off the deck.

i. Steel Protection includes anodes, primer coat and finish coat as follows.

j. Internals- Sand sweep and spray with epoxy PPG Buff Primer 4 mils dry.

k. Bottom and sides Headlong and Stern long blast to white metal and spray epoxy PPG Buff primer 4 mils dry. Final coats spray PPG epoxy gray paint 2 coats 4 mils each coat.

l. Top side Main Deck. Blast to white metal spray epoxy PPG Buff Primer 4 mils dry. Final coat spray PPG epoxy gray paint 2 coats 4 mils each coat.

Add nonskid into final 2nd coat.

Deck Fitting shall be blasted to white metal primed and painted to the above specifications as the top side main deck (excluding the nonskid).

m. Cathodic Protection place (4) 24 lb. anodes on bottom of barge in

8. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA/DELIVERABLES:

8.1 The contractor/vendor shall make deliveries 8am to 3:30pm Monday-Thursday, 8am to 2:30pm on Fridays, No deliveries on national holidays.

8.2 Each barge project shall not take more than 30 straight calendar work days to complete 6 weeks. Monday –Friday. If weekends are worked this will have to be a cost to the contractor.

8.3 The contractor is responsible for all labor, equipment and materials and any overtime labor costs.

8.4 Force Majeure terms and conditions related to this proposal in its entirety shall be mutually agreed upon between all parties prior to final acceptance of any binding contract.

8.5 The Contractor shall provide weekly progress reports on this build.

Oil Boom Reel Spud Barge Top View Deck Arrangement

Spuds 8”SCH Pipe

19’

Boom Reel Area

9’ X 19”

1’ Round Bar

¼” PLATE

Bulkhead

Lifting Eyes

27’

Title:

BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET

Oil Boom Reel Spud Barge 27’ X 19’ X 4’ Drawn by: E. W. For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET

Date: 12-20-2016 Scale: Not to Scale PAGE 1 OF 3

Note Drawing is for reference only

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Bottom View Plan

3” X 2” 5/16” L TYP

Typical Framing 3” X 2” 5/16” L TYP

Title: Oil Boom Reel Spud Barge 27’ X 19’ X 4’

Drawn by: E. W. For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET Date: 12-20-2016 Scale: Not to Scale PAGE 2 OF 3

Bulkhead 4’

27’ ¼” PLATE

5 TON

MANUAL

SPUR WINCH

Side View Plan

25’ X 8” SCH 80 PIPE

SPUDWELL DETAILS

18’

Typical Bulkhead Lifting Eyes

1 ½” Steel Pipe

¼” SS CHAIN LINKS

10” 2’ 3’-6”

2” SS Socket

Stantion Typical Handrail

BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET

Title: Oil Boom Reel Spud Barge 27’ X 19’ X 4’

Drawn by: E. W. For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET Date: 12-20-2016 Scale: Not to Scale PAGE 3 OF 3

TOP VIEW

DECK PLAN

40’

12’

1 ½” Steel Pipe

¼” SS CHAIN LINKS

10” 2’ 3’-6”

2” SS Socket Typical Handrail

Stantion

BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET

Title: Landing Barge

Drawn by: Eric Welch For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET Date: 12-8-2016 Scale: Not To Scale PAGE 1 OF 3

SIDE VIEW

4’

40’ ¼” PLATE

Title: Landing Barge

Drawn by: Eric Welch For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET Date: 12-08-16 Scale: Not To Scale PAGE 2 OF 3

END VIEW

6”

12”

4’

Bottom View Anode location

40’

¼” PLATE 8) 23# WELD ON ANODES

TYPICAL BULKHEAD

4’

BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET

Title: Landing Barge

Drawn by: Eric Welch For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET Date: 12-8-2016 Scale: Not To Scale PAGE 3 OF 3

Top View Deck Plan

LIFTING PAD EYES 3” x 2” x 5/16” ANGLE

Title: Shorepower Swivel Barge

Drawn by: E. W. For: BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET Date: 12-13-2016 Scale: Not To Scale PAGE 1 OF 3

20’

10’

SIDE VIEW

28” 3” x 2” x 5/15 ANGLE

LIFTING PADEYES

16”

3’

TYPICAL BULKHEAD

3’

BEAUMONT RESERVE FLEET

Title: Shorepower Swivel Barge

Date: 12-13-2013 Scale: Not To Scale’ PAGE 2 OF 3

Bottom view Anode locations

End view 8) 23# WELD ON ANODES

Title: Shorepower Swivel Barge

Date: 12-13-2016 Scale: Not To Scale PAGE 3 OF 3