Contractor Questions - answers Lawrence Lawson.pdf
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This document appears to be Contractor Questions and Answers related to the USCGC LAWRENCE LAWSON WPC-1120 DRYDOCK FY24 federal contract opportunity (Solicitation Number 70Z08024QPBPL0030).
The contractor is proposing to use a BAE Systems marine railway in Jacksonville, FL which deviates slightly from the official 154-foot Fast Response Cutter (FRC) docking plan. The Coast Guard acknowledges this alternate approach may be acceptable per their standard specifications, but has concerns about the ability of the hull structure to handle the different block spacing. The Coast Guard requests additional technical information from the contractor.
Regarding the place of performance, the Coast Guard confirms that bids will be considered if the contractor's facility is located in Rhode Island, even though the solicitation states the work will be performed in New Jersey. This is a drydock and repair requirement for the USCGC LAWRENCE LAWSON vessel.
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Contractor Questions/ Answers USCGC LAWRENCE LAWSON 70Z08024QPBPL00030
1) “Docking Plan” We are proposing using the Professional Engineer certified BAE Systems
Jacksonville Ship Repair 1K marine railway (C-225) which is rated for 1000 LT for the Fast Response Cutter (FRC) class (weight of 343 LT at full load). This docking platform, which has been successfully used for all types of craft including; US Coast Guard, US Navy, commercial vessels, and yachts for the last 40+ years is built with 6 foot dock frame spacing. The FRC official docking plan is drawn with 2 meter block spacing (6’-6 ¾”).
We are proposing a slight deviations per SFLC Standard Spec 8634 (para A2.7.1.7) for the 154-foot FRC Class and request USCG SFLC-ESD review (please see attached).
We also request the opportunity to have direct conversation with the Tech Warrant Holder and Contracting Officer as our proposal will safely dock the vessel with the updated frame spacing.
Answer: 154 WPC docking shall be in accordance with the requirements of SFLC Std
Spec 8634 and applicable Coast Guard drawings (154-WPC 997-302, 154-WPC 997-002, 154- WPC 997-004). These docking plans are based on hull-block analyses to account for limits on the hull structure and not solely block bearing limitations. CG acknowledges that the alternate blocking scheme submitted IAW SFLC Standard Spec 8634 (para A2.7.1.7) may be acceptable for the railway; however, analysis has shown limited ability for hull structure to resist alternate block loads. CG is currently reviewing applicable documentation to ensure “non-deviational” blocking requirements are communicated with respect to 154 WPC docking availabilities.
CG acknowledges differences between the metric and imperial dimensional spacing poses challenges; however, CG recommends vendor review approach to suit the metric spacing to accommodate hull structure limits. Various service providers have supported 154 WPC docking via use of Contractor-designed substructure/fixture; supporting both CG-approved docking plan compliance and satisfying site-specific loading requirements. CG requests amplifying information if there is technical basis that precludes this approach.
2) Due to the size of this vessel, it can only be accommodated in a few places. I know the place of performance says NJ but will RFQ's be considered if the place of performance is Rhode Island?
Answer: Yes, this is Drydock and repaid, work will be performed at the contractor’s facility where it is awarded.
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