Edgecumbe Barge 26’ ABS Inspection

COVER SHEET – STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

N4523A26Q1006

SOLICITATION COPY

Date Prepared:

Version: One 2/27/26

Table of Contents

Paragraph / Section Page Number

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 Vessel Characteristics 4

1.2 Scope Overview 4

1.3 Definitions 4/7

1.4 Arrival Conference 7

1.5 Required Documents 7/8

1.6 Progress Meetings 8/9

1.7 Availability Requirements 9/12

1.8 Care of Vessel 12/13

1.9 Workmanship 13

1.10 Corrective Action Request (CAR) 13/15

1.11 Condition Found/Inspection Discrepancy Report

(CFR/IDR)

16/17

1.12 Interferences 18

1.13 Safety Requirements 18/19

1.14 Hot Work/Welding 19/21

1.15 Threaded Fasteners 21

1.16 Preservation 21/23

1.17 Environmental and Hazardous Waste

Management 23/24

1.18 Materials 25

1.19 Weight Control 25

1.20 Label Plates 25/26

1.21 Integrated Logistic Support 26

1.22 Gas Free 26

1.23 General Requirements for Testing 26/30

1.24 Process Control Procedures 30

1.25 Compartment Arrival/Departure Inspection 30

1.26 Technical Representative 30

1.27 Heavy Weather Plan 30/34

1.28 Foreign Material Exclusion 34/35

2.0

REFERENCES

2.1 Order of Precedence 36

2.2 Discrepancies 36

Consolidated List of References 36/37

3.0 WORK REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Docking and Undocking the Vessel 38/42

3.2 Hull Repairs 42/43

3.3 Structural Repairs 43/45

3.4 Tanks/Voids 45/47

3.5 Main Deck Repairs 47

3.6 Superstructure 47

3.7 Main Propulsion Repairs 47

3.8 Steering System Repairs 47

3.9 Machinery Systems 47

3.10 Electrical Systems 47

3.11 Piping Systems 47

3.12 Weight Handling Systems 47

3.13 Dock and Sea Trials 47

4.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIAL

(GFM)

5.0 DATA SUBMISSION LIST: 48/49

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Statement of Work (SOW)

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: This document invokes the requirements applicable to the docking and maintenance work to be performed on Edgecumbe RCD Barge. Work performed and accomplished shall be in accordance with the highest quality workmanship standards and practices commonly accepted in the commercial marine industry and the technical references listed herein. The Contractor is responsible for understanding and complying with all requirements specified herein. The requirements listed herein work in conjunction with the technical drawings and other references to describe the essential features, functions, and requirements of the work performed.

1.1 Vessel Characteristics:

Edgecumbe RCD Barge Built by: Zidell Dismantling Inc.

Length: 240 FT Draft: 2’ 11” FT

Width: 60 FT Full Displacement: 928 L Tons Age: 48 YRS Hull Type: Steel

1.2 Scope Overview: Coordinate with the Contracting Officer, via the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to deliver the vessel to the Contractor’s facility. Upon docking vessel, wash, and clean vessel. Accomplish zinc anode replacement; preliminary and final air tests of all tanks/voids;

tank/void open, clean and gas free; and support ABS and USCG inspections.

Undock the vessel. Arrange and coordinate the delivery of the vessel back to the Government with the Contracting Officer via the COR.

1.3 Definitions: As used throughout this Specification, the following definitions and terms have meanings as indicated:

1.3.1 Unless otherwise stated, “as shown”, “as indicated”, “as detailed”, or other words of similar import refer to the contractual documents including reference documents and publications.

1.3.2 The words “as directed”, “as approved”, “when authorized” or words of similar import refer to the direction, requirements, permission, approval, or acceptance by the Contracting Officer.

1.3.3 The term “Objective Quality Evidence” (OQE) shall mean current, accurate, and complete objective documentation and information submitted together as a complete data package sufficient that a qualified and disinterested third party could analyze and evaluate whether technical requirements were achieved.

1.3.4 Where “in accordance with Regulatory Body requirements” is stated, the industrial efforts shall be in accordance with the appropriate commercial regulatory body requirements unless otherwise authorized by the Government.

1.3.5 The term “marine” or “marine quality” means an item constructed of materials unaffected by moisture, sea spray, extremes in temperature or other hazards of the marine environment and designed and constructed to perform its intended functions under marine operating conditions.

1.3.6 The term “herein” means the applicable section(s) of this Specification.

1.3.7 The term “NAVSEA” means the Naval Sea Systems Command, one of five system commands, responsible for engineering, building, supporting, and maintaining the Navy’s fleet of vessels.

1.3.8 The term “Stakeholder” means customer, Government, and any agency conducting work during the contracted availability timeline.

1.3.9 The term “SUPERVISOR” is defined as the local Government activity responsible for the execution and contract administration of Navy maintenance and modernization work. For the purposes of this SOW this activity is the assigned Code 101 representative.

1.3.10 The term “OEM” or Original Equipment Manufacturer is a company whose goods are used as components in the products of another company. An OEM creates parts and components that are used by other companies in their finished products.

1.3.11 The term “AIT” or Alteration Installation Team is defined as a Navy team (military, civilian or civilian contractor) under the direct supervision of

Navy personnel, that is trained and equipped to accomplish specific Alterations or temporary modifications on specified ships.

1.3.12 Worksite is defined as within the specific compartment or space where physical productive work is occurring. For work performed on Navy boats and craft or service craft, the “worksite” is defined as on or near the vessel.

1.3.13 Foreign Material Exclusion (FME) is used to maintain system cleanliness. Accomplishment cleanliness restoration, will be invoked within the work item when cleanliness is lost or suspected of being lost.

1.3.14 Key Event: An event that, if slippage occurs, could impact or delay the overall schedule, or prevent timely delivery of the vessel/asset. Key Events are identified by the contract, the SUPERVISOR, or the contractor.

1.3.15 Milestone: A significant event identified by the Maintenance Team.

Milestones are used as a scheduling aid and establish significant points where progress must be evaluated and confirmed. Accumulated failure to achieve Milestones on schedule may result in missed Key Event. Milestones may be identified by either the contractor or the SUPERVISOR.

1.3.16 Critical Path: That sequence of Work Activities which forms the work and test chain of the longest duration and directly affects the completion of the availability. Factors that influence when a Work Activity is on the Critical Path include: time duration required for the Work Activity, space limitations, manpower available, and the predecessor/successor relationships between Work Activities. Typically, the Critical Path is determined by automated schedule analysis and will include any sequential set of Work Activities forming the longest chain of events extending throughout the schedule and which has the least Total Float.

1.3.17 Total Float: The total number of days that a path of Work Activities can be delayed without affecting the project finish date. A path of Work Activities is established by predecessor and successor relationships.

1.3.18 The acronym “GDO” stands for Government Docking Officer.

1.3.18.1 The GDO may be present at the time of docking a

vessel/ asset using a floating or graving dock, or the vertical lift facility is raised and shall remain at the dock or vertical lift facility until all blocks are well covered to make sure that no blocks come adrift or are misplaced to endanger the ship when landing.

1.3.18.2 The GDO shall be notified and provided blocking plan, for any bump, shift of blocks, vessel/asset fleeting, or vessel/asset transition while within the Contractor’s possession or facility. GDO will ensure calculations and block placement is consistent with engineering requirements, and blocks align with proper vessel/asset structure for the safety of the vessel/asset.

1.3.18.3 The GDO may be present at the time of undocking a

vessel/ asset using a floating or graving dock, or the vertical lift facility is lowered ensure that no blocks or block caps remain affixed to the vessel/asset and the vessel/asset is seaworthy, without list, as not to endanger the ship.

1.3.19 The term “drydocking” refers to an evolution in which a vessel/asset is landed on blocks at a drydocking facility, in accordance with GDO-approved docking and blocking plans, enabling production work to be performed

1.3.20 The term “undocking” refers to an evolution in which a vessel/asset is removed from a drydocking facility for purposes returning a vessel to the water.

1.3.21 The term(s) “fleeting” including “bumping” or “shifting” refers to when a vessel/asset is unloaded and re-landed to the blocks without leaving a facility for purposes of docking or undocking other vessels or for shifting the position of the ship on the blocks for underbody coating system application or other production work.

1.4 Arrival Conference: The Government will arrange an arrival conference with the Contractor after contract award.

1.5 Required Documents: Administrative requirements of this SOW shall begin at contract award and be updated throughout the contract period.

1.5.1 Prepare and maintain a weekly updated schedule necessary for the purpose of establishing an orderly and systematic accomplishment of production work and material ordering, to include subcontractor work and materials.

(REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A001)

1.5.1.1 Production Schedule shall be in Gantt chart format.

1.5.2 Provide a list of all subcontractors with extent of work to be accomplished by each subcontractor. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A002)

1.5.3 Provide a list of manufacturer’s Technical Representatives to be provided per the particular specification requirement.

1.5.4 Provide a Welder Qualification List, with name, type of qualification(s) and date of last qualification test for each qualification.

(REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A003)

1.5.5 Provide manufacturer’s product data sheets for all materials to be used by the Contractor to accomplish the requirements of this contract.

(REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A004)

1.5.6 Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all materials to be used by the Contractor to accomplish the requirements of this contract. (REQUIRED

REPORT CDRL A005)

1.5.7 Provide a list of key Contractor personnel with names, positions, certifications, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, and emergency contact information. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A006)

1.5.8 Provide a copy of the Contractor’s Inspection and Quality Control System with copies of all related forms, reports, and other supporting documentation. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A007)

1.5.9 Provide a copy of the Contractor’s Environmental Protection and Hazardous Waste Management Plan, including Risk Management/Mitigation plans specific to this contract. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A008)

1.5.10 Maintain copies of required federal, state, and local environmental notifications and permits for performance of the work (or a schedule of when they will be obtained).

1.5.11 Each qualification and list shall be available for Government review within 2 hours of request.

1.6 Progress Meetings: Weekly progress meetings shall be held at the Contractor’s facility near the vessel. The day and time of the meeting shall be set by the SUPERVISOR upon consultation with the Contractor. A review of percentage completion for each work item shall be conducted including the

Contractor’s assessment of schedule adherence. Production schedule, corrective action reports, material lead times and other issues shall be discussed.

1.6.1 Review conference with all stakeholders shall be conducted at the availability 25 percent of scheduled Period of Performance. (Production Start +13 days)

1.6.1.1 Major discussion points shall include all growth work identified prior up to the 20 percent of scheduled Period of Performance, Milestones, and Schedule.

1.6.2 Review conference with all stakeholders shall be conducted at the availability 50 percent of scheduled Period of Performance. (Production Start +25 days)

1.6.2.1 Major discussion points shall include all critical path work, testing work items, Milestones, and Schedule.

1.6.3 Review conference with all stakeholders shall be conducted at the availability 75 percent of scheduled Period of Performance. (Production Start +38 days)

1.6.3.1 Major discussion points shall include testing items, Milestones, and Schedule

1.7 Availability Requirements:

1.7.1 Arrange for and transport the vessel from the Government facility at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) in Bremerton, WA to the Contractor’s repair facility. Upon completion of all work, coordinate delivery of the vessel to the Government facility at PSNS in Bremerton, WA. Both transports of the vessel shall use drawing 600-5283620 as guidance. Provide all materials, labor, and insurance bonds necessary for the safe transport of the vessel to and from the Contractor’s facility and for the period that the vessel is located at the Contractor’s repair facility.

1.7.1.1 Vessel pickup and delivery shall be scheduled with the SUPERVISOR 5 workdays prior to vessel pickup and delivery.

1.7.2 Provide a separate, lockable, and secure office space for use by the Government On-Site Representative furnished with desk, chair, lights, heat, air conditioning, electrical outlets, sanitary facilities, Internet service, janitorial service, fire extinguisher, and 24-hour service for the entire contract period.

1.7.2.1 The facility must have a minimum of 240 square feet of floor space.

1.7.2.2 The facility must be located within one-quarter mile of the vessel.

1.7.2.3 Provide a parking area adjacent to the facility. The area must be lighted and accommodate 2 automobiles simultaneously. Designate parking area with sign stating "PSNS PARKING ONLY".

1.7.2.4 Provide QTY (2 EA) keys for all doors and QTY (2 EA)

master keys to fit all locks to the SUPERVISOR on the first day the SUPERVISOR is on site.

1.7.2.5 Provide Internet service with QTY (one EA) CAT-5 cable connection or WIFI at 300 MBPS minimum download speed,

1.7.2.6 Desktop Lighting must provide 40-foot candles of

illumination measured at the desktop level.

1.7.2.7 Provide QTY (one EA) 15-pound fire extinguisher.

1.7.2.8 Heating and air conditioning must be capable of maintaining the temperature between 65- and 78-degrees Fahrenheit.

1.7.2.9 Provide QTY (one EA) double-pedestal desk, 30-inches wide by 60-inches long.

1.7.2.10 Provide QTY (one EA) swivel chair with adjustable arm rests, and QTY (one EA) straight-back chair.

1.7.2.11 Provide QTY (one EA) 115-volt, shock resistant, double electrical receptacle for each desk. Each receptacle must be a convenient height and located adjacent to each desk.

1.7.2.12 Provide sanitary facilities equipped with drains, hot and cold potable water.

1.7.2.12.1 Hot water must be maintained at 120 to 140

degrees Fahrenheit.

1.7.2.12.2 QTY (one EA): lavatory, water closet, soap

dispenser, and towel dispenser.

1.7.2.13 Facilities must be provided 2 days prior to contract start date through 2 days after the contract completion date unless otherwise specified.

1.7.2.14 Provide janitorial services to include sweeping, mopping, and trash pickup on a daily basis.

1.7.2.15 Facility must be in accordance with local building codes, sanitary and current fire regulations. The facility must include smoke alarms and sprinkler systems.

1.7.2.16 Furnishings and equipment in this item must be maintained in a fully operable condition by the Contractor.

1.7.2.17 Facility must be delivered to the Government clean, sanitary, damage free, and vermin free.

1.7.2.18 Provide QTY (one EA) trash can.

1.7.3 Document the result of each inspection requirement throughout this

SOW.

1.7.4 Do not operate or utilize existing, newly installed, or repaired shipboard equipment for or in the performance of the Contractor’s work effort.

Government Representatives will accomplish such operation when required for test and checkout purposes.

1.7.5 Tanks and voids opened shall be clean, dry, and pass Government inspection prior to being closed.

1.7.6 Production Milestone Requirements:

1.7.6.1 Production Start – first day of the Period of Performance.

1.7.6.2 All initial inspections and reports submitted no later than the first 20 percent of the scheduled POP. (Production Start +10 days).

1.7.6.3 No later than 3 days prior to the period of performance end date: Turn over 100 percent of spaces to Government. All production complete. (Production Start +47 days).

1.7.7 All Government entities shall coordinate with project

SUPERVISOR for requirements, site visit and scheduling with the contractor.

1.7.8 Provide photographic evidence of arrival conditions, to include hull, freeboard, weather deck, machinery deck and all tanks/voids. (REQUIRED

REPORT CDRL A009)

1.7.8.1 Photographs shall be clear, to provide enough visual detail for overall assessment of vessel condition.

1.7.8.1.1 QTY (4 EA) Max photographs per 8” x 11” sheet.

1.7.8.2 Provide QTY (50 EA) photographs upon arrival at

contractor discretion to meet the requirements of 1.7.8.

1.7.8.3 Provide QTY (50 EA) photographs at SUPERVISOR

direction.

1.8 Care of Vessel: The Contractor shall be responsible for the care of vessel equipment, materials, and components related to the work being performed.

1.8.1 Asset shall be maintained in a broom clean condition on a daily basis.

Asset shall be free of visual contaminants such as oxide films, oils, grease, dust, dirt, or foreign material.

1.8.1.1 Remove and dispose of industrial debris and extraneous materials from the vessel daily.

(V) “CLEANLINESS INSPECTION”

1.8.1.2 Weekly cleanliness inspection with the SUPERVISOR shall be accomplished, to ensure jobsites are maintained at 1.8.1 level of cleanliness.

1.8.2 Temporary protective measures shall be taken to avoid wear and damage to the Vessel and all associated components. Water shall not be allowed to accumulate in the hull or structure during work performance.

1.8.2.1 Open areas in structure shall be covered to prevent water entry.

1.8.2.2 Install rat guards on each mooring line immediately upon mooring vessel. Each rat guard shall remain installed during 100 percent of moorage time.

1.9 Workmanship: Workmanship provided by Contractor employees shall be consistent with the highest standards of commercial marine practices and regulatory bodies. The Government reserves the right to accept or reject material and workmanship nonconformance. Noncompliance with Contractor’s quality control processes or rejection of materials/ workmanship by Government will influence past performance rating provided on contract evaluation. Plating and structural member cuts shall be neatly and accurately made with edges cleaned and prepared for welding. Sharp edges shall be ground smooth to avoid injury to personnel. Equipment, machinery, and associated support systems shall not leak oil, water, or other type of fluids. Machinery and equipment shall be protected against weather hazards.

1.9.1 At the time of delivery, work performed shall meet the performance requirements specified. Materials and articles used for work performed shall be of commercial marine quality, conforming to the requirements of the regulatory bodies listed herein, unless specified to be otherwise.

1.9.2 The decision that an area is inaccessible shall be determined by inspection and agreed to by the SUPERVISOR prior to proceeding with the requirements of this SOW.

1.10 Corrective Action Request (CAR): The Contractor is solely responsible for implementation of the Inspection and Quality Control System of 1.5.8.

Written responses to contractor generated corrective actions will be provided to SUPERVISOR when requested. Government observer(s) will monitor production work performed at any time where work is ongoing. If, during the performance of work, the Government observer(s) witness work that: fails to meet specifications within this SOW, would lead to an unsatisfactory end product, damages Government property, is a safety violation; the observer will alert the SUPERVISOR. Conditions that fail to meet specifications within this SOW may result in the Contractor being issued a CAR. Contractor must respond in writing to each issued Method B/C/D CAR within 3 business days unless otherwise specified by the SUPERVISOR. Response must include immediate corrective action taken, preventive action preventive action for recurrence of identified nonconformance, root cause analysis (TABLE ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS), and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) for corrective action completed to included estimated completion dates. Contractor must inform the SUPERVISOR when corrective actions are complete for each issued Method A CAR. Response must state that the non-conformance has been corrected”. When a contractor CAR response is unsatisfactory, revised response is required within 3 business days unless otherwise specified by the SUPERVISOR.

1.10.1 Method “A” CAR – Any minor nonconformance that can be

corrected/adjusted within 2 workdays of discovery or/and the remediation cost is less than or equal to $50,000.

1.10.2 Method “B” CAR – Nonconformance where repetitive Method “A”

CARs of similar nature and circumstance have failed to result in a satisfactory product or a single nonconformance where corrective action cannot be achieved within three days or remediation cost is greater than $50,000 but less than or equal to $500,000.

1.10.3 Method “C” CAR – A systemic nonconformance where multiple

Method “B” CARs were issued for similar nonconformities, when a previous Method “B” CAR failed to result in a satisfactory product or a single nonconformance where remediation cost is greater than $500,000 but less than or equal to $1,000,000.

1.10.4 Method “D” CAR - When a Method “C” CAR was ineffective in obtaining satisfactory performance or the event was of such a nature that immediate top-level management attention is required to properly address and correct the nonconformance. Factors to consider are costs greater than $1,000,000, significant impact to scheduled completion, multiple areas of failure within the Quality Management System.

TABLE ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS

1.11 Condition Found / Inspection Discrepancy Report (CFR/IDR): Utilize FIGURE A (or Company correspondence containing same information) in transferable media, to communicate to the Contracting Officer via the SUPERVISOR concerning all conditions found, discrepancies noted, and other information requiring formal documentation. Provide the Contractor’s recommendation for corrective action to correct the condition found including potential schedule impact. Contractor’s estimated pricing (labor-hours and materials) shall be provided separately to the Contracting Officer. Provide all inspection results including detailed measurements, photographs, sketches, and other means to accurately detail inspection results using FIGURE A, with attachments, as necessary. The Government will review and respond to the submitted report. Additional repairs related to the found condition will be tasked if determined necessary by the Government. In the event difficulty is encountered in meeting requirements or difficulty is anticipated in complying with the contract schedule dates, immediately notify the Contracting Officer via verbal communication with the SUPERVISOR. Government receipt of notifications is not to be construed as a waiver of the requirements, delivery schedule, or waiver of rights or remedies provided by law or under this contract, or any other requirements in the SOW relating to jeopardy of contract schedule dates. Reports and notifications do not authorize the Contractor to perform additional work not covered by the contract or authorized by the Contracting Officer. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A010)

FIGURE A - CONDITION FOUND/INSPECTION DISCREPANCY REPORT

CFR Number________ Date: ______________

From:________________________________ (Contractor Authorized Representative) To: PSNS & IMF, NWRMC IND MAN, C/400, Contracting Officer Via: PSNS & IMF, NWRMC IND MAN, C/101.13, COR

Vessel: Edgecumbe Barge 26’ ABS Inspection

Section of Contract Affected: _____________________________________________

Description:

Impact:

Recommended Action:

C/101.13 Response:

Signature of C/101.13 Representative Date

Page ___ of ____

1.12 Interferences: Contractor pricing offered shall include removal and re-installation of all interferences associated with performance of the required work.

The fact that interference is not shown on a plan or specifically identified in the specification item is not justification for a contract change. A physical check of each work site prior to bid submittal is strongly encouraged.

1.13 Safety Requirements: Comply with the requirements of 29 CFR 1915, 29 CFR 1910, and 29 CFR 1926, state and local laws, rules, and ordinances during contract performance.

1.13.1 General: Contractor shall be responsible for the compliance of the above requirements by all subcontractor personnel performing work related to this contract. In cases of conflict between the above regulations, the stricter of the requirements shall take precedence.

1.13.2 Accidents and Injuries: Immediately report injuries to Contractor and subcontractor employees to the SUPERVISOR. Investigation shall be completed within 7 workdays of each accident/injury. Document a report that includes narratives of the circumstances leading up to and including the injury and any actions (immediate and contemplated) taken to mitigate future reoccurrences of injuries. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A011)

1.13.3 Scaffolding: Scaffolds and ladders shall meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1915.71 and 29 CFR 1915.72.

1.13.3.1 Install a swinging gate guardrail at each scaffold ladder and through-platform access opening.

1.13.3.2 Install standard railing around the non-access sides and a swinging gate guardrail on the entrance side of through-platform access openings.

1.13.3.3 Install standard toe-boards around all scaffold floor openings, except at the entrance to the swinging gate guardrail, on all exposed sides of through-platform access openings.

1.13.3.4 Develop detailed engineered drawings and specifications for scaffolds when OSHA, ANSI, or manufacturers’ designed guidelines do not exist, such as for “hanging scaffolding”. Drawings and specifications shall be designed by a registered professional engineer and meet the following:

1.13.3.4.1 Maintain on the jobsite a copy of the detailed

engineering drawings and specifications showing the sizes and spacing of members and the calculations developed for the engineered design(s).

1.13.3.4.2 Construct, load, and maintain scaffolding in

accordance with the registered professional engineer’s design.

1.13.3.5 Install a commercially available scaffold tag system on all scaffolds. The tagging system, as a minimum, shall be prominently attached to the scaffold structure, consist of green colored “Okay to Use” tag(s), red colored “Danger” tag(s), and accomplish the following:

1.13.3.5.1 Apply all tags on the scaffold structure as close

as practicable to each ladder access and/or entry point.

1.13.3.5.2 Apply a red tag to indicate to users that the

scaffold is being dismantled, is not yet completely erected, or is unsafe for use.

1.13.3.5.3 Apply a green tag to indicate to users that the

scaffold is safe for use, is compliant with all OSHA regulations, and other applicable requirements.

1.13.3.5.4 Ensure green tags contain the following

information as a minimum: the location of the scaffolding structure; a unique reference number to identify each separate scaffolding structure, the date the scaffolding structure was first erected; the name(s) of the scaffold builder(s); the load rating of the scaffold structure; and the Competent Person’s printed name and signature.

1.13.3.5.5 Green tags shall be checked and initialed daily

by the Contractor’s scaffolding competent person.

1.13.3.6 Scaffolding shall be free standing and self-supporting, free from any attachment to any lifeline, handrail, antenna, safety equipment, electronic fixture, or vessel equipment.

1.13.3.7 Structures and Openings shall meet the requirements of 29

CFR 1915.73.

1.14 Hot Work/Welding: Prior to performance of any hot work on the vessel, certify a safe atmosphere exists in and around the work area before starting any work that may produce the heat of ignition, sparks, or flame. Accomplish steps to make each area safe for hot work. A copy of the gas free certification shall be posted in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements.

1.14.1 All welders shall be certified in accordance with American Weld Society (AWS) and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS).

1.14.1.1 Perform non-destructive testing of new welds, when

invoked by the requirements of section 3.0 of this SOW, in accordance with the requirements of (ABS).

1.14.2 All welding and Non-destructive testing; to include weld filler materials, plating materials, weld designs, weld repairs, and equipment shall be in accordance with ABS Rules for Materials and Welding 2020 Part 2.

1.14.3 ABS Surveyor provide and accomplish inspections of each weld process, weld joint preparation, fit up, root pass, back gouge, final cover pass, and Non-destructive Test and Inspection, as required for barge certification.

1.14.3.1 ABS shall have access to the barge during various stages of progress, for example the hull access cut and repair inspections, as required.

1.14.3.2 Document and submit 100 percent complete ABS

inspections. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A032)

1.14.3.3 Each weld quality requirement, process requirement, and inspection shall be accepted by the ABS surveyor. SOW work requirements will not be considered complete until 100 percent of inspections are documented as satisfactory by the ABS surveyor.

1.14.4 Weld defects shall be repaired in accordance with ABS

requirements.

1.14.5 Remove existing preservation coatings prior to each expected welding, cutting, and hot work operation.

1.14.6 Preservation/coatings shall be removed 4 inches in each direction and each opposite side.

1.14.7 Welding shall be sequenced to keep the thermal expansion of structures to a minimum.

1.14.8 Minimum preheat accomplish 100 percent of each weld joint to minimum 70 degrees Fahrenheit prior to each weld application.

1.15 Threaded Fasteners: Except as otherwise specified herein, or on the drawings listed, threaded fasteners shall be in accordance with applicable ASTM standards. Coarse thread series shall be used unless the component’s design indicates a necessity to use fine thread series. Fastener clearance holes shall be 1/16-inch oversize unless specified in the requirements of 2.0. Black oxide coated brass and cadmium plated fasteners are prohibited. Where drawings specify the use of brass fasteners on a fuel or fuel oil tank, Corrosion Resistant Steel (CRES) 316 fasteners shall be substituted in lieu of brass. Consult the requirements of MIL-STD-777 and Naval Ships’ Technical Manual (NSTM) Chapter 075 for guidance in instances where there is a question as to the material to be utilized.

1.15.1 Threads on externally threaded fasteners, after being installed and tightened, shall protrude a minimum of 2 threads to a maximum of 5 threads beyond the face of the nut.

1.15.1.1 Minimum thread protrusion of self-locking (plastic insert) nut installations shall be flush with the face of each nut.

1.15.1.2 Self-locking fasteners shall not be re-used.

1.15.2 Clean, chase, and tap exposed threaded areas of each fastener and threaded socket.

1.15.3 Tighten threaded fasteners in the sequence, patterns, and the torque values, when not otherwise specified, using the requirements of Section 4, paragraph 075-4.1 through 075-4.6.2 of NSTM Chapter 075 for guidance.

1.16 Preservation:

1.16.1 Measure, record, and maintain Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) information on Appendices one through 8 throughout the entire performance of preservation operations. Documenting OQE information for the in-process shall be made immediately available for onsite review upon request by the SUPERVISOR. Paint qualifications must meet the requirements of NBPI, NACE or SSPC. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A012)

1.16.1.1 Appendices one through 8 shall be in accordance with Reference QA_Appendix_Forms_C101_2023_Contractors.pdf

1.16.1.1.1 All spaces that are not applicable shall be

marked N/A.

1.16.1.1.2 Unused sections shall be crossed out and

marked N/A.

1.16.1.1.3 Any errors shall be one lined through; initialed

and dated by the person making the correction.

1.16.1.1.4 Any markings that are illegible or unclear shall

be considered invalid.

1.16.2 Comply with the coating manufacturer’s requirements for the establishment and maintenance of environmental conditions and for coating thickness applications throughout the entire removal and preservation operation(s).

1.16.2.1 Calibrated Electronic Data Logger record and maintain environmental conditions OQE during the entire preservation operations. Data shall be made immediately available for onsite review upon request by the

SUPERVISOR. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A013)

1.16.3 Apply contrasting colors between the primer, stripe, intermediate, and topcoat using coating products that are from the same manufacturer and compatible with each other; other system preservation coatings shall be different in color from both the preservation coating over which it is being applied and the next coating in the system; no two coatings can be similar in color and shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s product data sheet.

1.16.4 Apply stripe coat to all edges, weld seams, welds of attachments and appendages, cutouts, corners, butts, foot/handholds, including back side of piping, underside of beams and other mounting hardware (non-flat surface) after each previous full coat has dried. The stripe coat shall encompass and extend a minimum of one inch beyond the intersection of two flat surface planes, each radii edge, and all perpendicular shapes, edges, or angles.

1.16.5 Solvent clean surface prior to the start of each blasting, and preservation operation. Accomplish the requirements of Surface Preparation Specification SSPC-SP-1 of Systems and Specifications, SSPC Painting Manual, Volume 2.

1.16.6 Accomplish touch-up preservation for new and disturbed surfaces shall match surrounding coating system(s) in accordance with the manufacturer’s product data sheets.

1.16.7 Feather edges of well adhered paint remaining after cleaning for all surface preparation methods. Visible areas of defective existing paint shall be removed until an area of completely intact and adhering paint is attained around the defective area by feathering (tapering) the edges of tightly adhering existing paint at an approximate 30-degree slope into the newly prepared bare metal surface thus preventing application of new paint over loose or cracked paint.

1.16.8 Paints shall not be thinned.

1.16.9 Hull and freeboard preservation coatings shall be fully cured prior to undocking and/or shifting the vessel. All other preservation coatings shall be fully cured prior to final delivery to the Government.

1.16.9.1 Preservation coatings are considered fully cured when they meet the requirements of the applicable manufacturer’s product data sheets minimum cure to service time schedule and are dry throughout their thicknesses.

1.16.10 Conduct Surface Chloride or Surface Conductivity measurements.

1.16.10.1 Surface Chloride; shall not exceed 3 ug/cm2 (30 mg/m2) for immersed or 5 ug/cm2 (50 mg/m2) non-immersed applications. Surface Conductivity: shall not exceed 30 micro-siemens/cm immersed or 70 micro-siemens/cm non-immersed applications.

1.16.10.2 Readings shall be documented on Appendices 4.

1.17 Environmental and Hazardous Waste Management: Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, acts, ordinances, and rules for Environmental Protection and Hazardous Waste Management / Disposal, including obtaining required licenses, generator identification number, and permits. Designate one employee responsible for Environmental and Hazardous Waste Management. All contract, manifests, invoices, and other documents related to the removal, storage, handling, transportation, or disposal of hazardous waste shall bear a generator identification number issued to the Contractor pursuant to applicable law. Take actions to mitigate creation of hazardous waste by recycling and other available methods. All hazardous waste generated by work under this contract is anticipated to be Contractor generated and shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Estimated hazardous waste associated with work required in these Specifications is listed below:

Product Amount Cleaning Solvents 0 gallons Paint (enamel, latex, epoxy, thinners, oil based, rubber, non-skid, removers) 0 gallons

Blast Media and paint chips contaminated with heavy metals and other contaminants

0 pounds

Tank Solids 50 Pounds Tank Liquids 1,000 Gallons

Hazardous waste generated during the actual performance of the work may vary in type or amount from the waste listed above. The above is an estimate of the amount of waste anticipated to be generated; not an estimate of the amount of work in generating that waste. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A014)

1.17.1 The Contractor shall ensure that their cost proposal for the work proposed herein includes reasonable compensation for all anticipated cost of managing and disposing of the wastes listed above, and/or created or generated in the execution of the contract issued, in accordance with the requirements of 42 USC 6901-6992 Rev 1996, 49 USC 5103, 10 USC 7311 Rev 1/22/11. The Contractor shall include a 5-way break down of the anticipated costs associated with this effort in their offer.

1.17.2 Consider coatings to contain heavy metals (e.g., lead, chromium, cadmium), hexavalent chromium, crystalline silica, and/or other toxic or hazardous substances until laboratory analysis establishes otherwise. Comply with all procedures and precautions required for employee protection, sampling, removal, and disposal.

1.17.3 Consider insulation, lagging, and mastics to be asbestos-containing material (ACM) until it can be established by laboratory analysis, or other reliable method(s), that the material does not contain asbestos. Ensure compliance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1915.1001.

1.17.4 Consider materials, debris, and/or residue associated with ventilation systems to contain toxic/hazardous substances including but not limited to cadmium, chromium, and PCBs until laboratory analysis establishes otherwise.

1.18 Materials: All Contractor furnished materials (CFM) installed shall be new. Materials shall be as indicated on the listed drawings, publications or as specified in this Specification. The use of asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), magnesium, cadmium, or mercury in any materials is prohibited.

1.18.1 Procure/Order 100 percent of materials within 5 workdays of contract award, to support the production schedule and delivery of the vessel within in the contracted period of performance.

1.18.2 Status Report Document 100 percent of CFM that is required to accomplish the requirements of this SOW. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A015)

1.18.3 Provide copy of all material certifications providing a minimum of manufacturer, ABS Certification, heat number, batch number, and manufacturing date. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A016)

1.19 Weight Control: Institute a weight control program in which actual weights, for removed, relocated, and installed equipment/structure, are measured by either weighing or from manufacturer certified data. The location of the center of the load must be recorded along with each weight entry in the weight control report. This location shall show the distance vertically from the baseline of the vessel, longitudinally from amidships and tangentially from the centerline of the vessel. Items that are permanently removed and replaced with the identical item, in the same location, are not required to be included in the weight control program. Items that are replaced with like items of differing material quantity or new installations shall be included in the weight control program.

1.20 Label Plates: Label plates installed in locations exposed to the weather shall be CRES and shall be prepared by the “Metal-Photo” process and sealed to exclude moisture between the plate and the mounting surface. Label plates shall be installed to assure maximum visibility. Label plates shall be attached with CRES screws or adhesive, using drawing S2803-980209 Rev L for guidance.

Where adhesive is used, surface preparation shall be in strict accordance with the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions. Test label plates shall be attached on or adjacent to all equipment or components tested without interference to equipment or component operation. The label shall identify the equipment or component, the test load, the dynamic and static load (if applicable), the rated load, the date of testing, and the activity performing the test, using the layout format of drawing S2803-980209 Rev L for guidance.

1.21 Integrated Logistic Support: Maintain legible original copies in approved transferrable media, of the following original equipment manufacturers (OEM) information: operating instructions, manuals, drawings, catalog cut sheets, warranty information, and all other supporting documents, for all new equipment, parts, and supplies installed.

1.22 Gas Free: Provide certified Marine Chemist, Certified Industrial Hygienist services, and Shipyard Competent Person services as required by 29 CFR 1915 for Contractor and Government Personnel.

1.22.1 Consolidate and provide the Contractor’s current confined space entry/gas free certification processes into a single and comprehensive document as part of a confined space/gas free certification program. (REQUIRED REPORT

CDRL A017)

1.22.1.1 If rescue plan utilizes a third party, provide documentation of written agreements from third party. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A018)

1.22.2 Provide a list of Contractor’s National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Marine Chemist certifying gas-free conditions for this project and a list identifying Contractor employees designated as “Competent Persons” in accordance with 29 CFR 1915.7. (REQUIRED REPORT CDRL A019)

1.22.3 Post, update, and maintain gas free certificates in accordance with 29 CFR 1915 during the entire contract period of performance.

1.23 General Requirements for Testing: Test all Contractor affected equipment, systems, and subsystems for compliance with this SOW and commercial marine standards and practices. Demonstrate workmanship, alignment, strength, rigidity, water tightness, functionality, and suitability for the purpose intended.

1.23.1 Develop a Test and Inspection Plan for each Test and Inspection required by zero and first tier references, each symbol (I) (V) (Q) (G) test/inspection and by this SOW, containing paragraph number or listed applicable reference requiring Tests and/or Inspection; identification of each component/system; description of each Test and/or Inspection; accept/reject criteria; date scheduled; Government notifications; date completed; and each Test and/or Inspection result. Tests and inspections the Contractor deems necessary to substantiate product conformance shall be included. (REQUIRED

REPORT CDRL A020)

1.23.1.1 Fully integrate the Test and Inspection Plan with the Contractor’s production schedule.

1.23.1.2 Provide the number of tests and inspections for a given system, component, or installation required to demonstrate required satisfactory performance. This section specifies tests to be performed in support of the work performed.

1.23.2 Provide a detailed description of preoperational checks to be conducted, operations to be performed, and the parameters to be satisfied.

Develop data sheets which provide spaces for recording the quantitative values measured during the test, for each test procedure. Specify the minimum and maximum allowable tolerance limits for each measured value. Develop signature sheets for fill-in by the person conducting the test, the Government witness present, and the date of the test. Block diagrams, simplified schematics or diagrams may be used to clarify the procedure or test method. Include a comment sheet to record significant events and observations by either the Government witness or Contractor.

1.23.3 Provide materials, supplies, utilities, equipment, calibrated equipment/ instrumentation, services, and personnel to accomplish each test.

Incorporate safety precautions into each test procedure. Prepare all test documentation during the development and implementation of the acceptance test.

1.23.3.1 Whenever Government support is required for the

operation of vessel equipment and/or systems, a minimum of 3 workdays prior notification of the operational/test support requirement shall be provided to the

SUPERVISOR.

1.23.3.2 Tests/inspections and equipment/systems operation

requiring Government operational support shall be scheduled for accomplishment during normal day shift working hours, as much as practicable.

1.23.3.3 Provide a minimum of 3 workdays prior notification to the SUPERVISOR for tests/inspections and equipment/system operations requiring Government operational support for work being performed on weekends, after normal dayshift working hours, and immediately before and/or after Federal holidays.

1.23.3.4 Notify the SUPERVISOR a minimum of 3 workdays prior

to each test/inspection. Equipment shall not be adjusted during acceptance testing. The SUPERVISOR may countersign the test/inspection report; however, the Government’s signature does not constitute approval or concurrence in any aspect of the testing/inspection, other than the presence of the Government at the test.

1.23.4 Perform tests/inspections using the applicable test procedure for systems and subsystems. Demonstrate compliance with the Specification requirements by satisfactory completion of the test. Complete all work prior to initial testing of that system or subsystem and in a timeframe sufficient to allow for correction of deficiencies prior to dock trials, sea trials, or other applicable milestones established in these specifications. Perform adjustments and testing prior to each scheduled acceptance test.

1.23.4.1 Gage range shall be such that test pressure is in the middle third of each scale.

1.23.4.2 Stop the test/inspections if the equipment, system, or subsystem tested fails to satisfy the acceptance criteria of the established test procedure. Identify the cause and correct.

1.23.5 Accomplish (G)-Point (Government Notification):

1.23.5.1 (G) is a symbol inserted in a SOW paragraph to establish a point in the sequence of accomplishment of work at which time the SUPERVISOR must be notified by the prime Contractor in all cases to permit observation of a specific test or inspection (I) (V) by the government. When the symbol (G) precedes tests or inspections in a SOW paragraph which are applicable to more than one action, the symbol (G) identifies the action required, e.g., (G) "HYDROSTATIC TEST". When more than one unit is involved, the

(G) notification requirement applies to each unit.

1.23.5.2 For tests and inspections involving (G)-points, records must be documented upon acceptance or rejection and electronic copy provided to the

SUPERVISOR within 24 hours of conclusion of each (G)-Point. (REQUIRED

REPORT CDRL A021)

1.23.5.3 Government will consider the work in accordance with

SOW paragraph incomplete if the Contractor’s documentation and records are not complete.

1.23.5.4 Proceed with the test or inspection if the Government

Representative is not present, provided the required advance notice has been furnished to the SUPERVISOR, and the Contractor has completed and documented the preceding tests and inspections.

1.23.5.5 A partial test or inspection requiring (G) point notification may be accomplished in the event that all work cannot be completed, and work progress would be delayed in waiting for total completion of work. Comply with the requirements of 1.23.6 when the incomplete work is completed and ready for the remainder of the test or inspection. Note partial inspections on the test or inspection form.

1.23.5.6 A qualified Contractor representative must be present to accomplish, accept or reject and document tests or inspections associated with the symbol (G).

1.23.6 Accomplish (I) (V) and (Q) Checkpoints:

1.23.6.1 Accomplish (I), (V) and (Q) tests/inspections that do not have associated (G)-points, with qualified and/or currently certified personnel where required by technical documents (e.g., NBPI, NACE, nondestructive testing, electrical cableway inspection, etc.)

1.23.6.2 (I) inspections require verification and documentation by a separate individual, other than the person who has accomplished the work, who is qualified as an inspector.

1.23.6.3 (V) inspections require verification and documentation by the qualified tradesperson, trade supervisor, or inspector.

1.23.6.4 (Q) inspections require verification and documentation by a qualified Technical Representative in accordance with 1.26.

1.23.6.5 The authority to accomplish, document, accept and reject

(I) and (V) inspections may be delegated to qualified subcontractor personnel, without regard to geographical location, subject to SUPERVISOR approval.

1.23.6.6 The authority to witness or perform, document and

accept/reject (I)(G), (Q)(G), and (V)(G) tests and inspections is a prime Contractors responsibility but, subject to SUPERVISOR approval within a 50-mile radius of the Contractors plant nearest to the place of performance of the contract, may be delegated to subcontractors who are MSRA or ABR agreement holders, SSPC QP1 certified, NDT certified, or have a current QMS accepted by the SUPERVISOR.

1.23.6.7 The Contractor may delegate responsibility to

subcontractors to perform, document and accept/reject (I)(G) and (V)(G) tests and inspections performed at plants located outside a 50-mile radius of the Contractor's plant nearest to the place of…