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Statement of Work TATF Inspection

1 Background. The Acoustic Operations Test & Analysis branch (C221) of Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport, is tasked with operating and maintaining land-based acoustic test facilities on-site to accomplish meeting requirements for mission capabilities. In order to support the mission, the Transducer Automated Testing Facility (TATF) was built as a land-based test facility located at Bldg 1044 onboard NUWC Keyport. The building is structured on a concrete foundation over a free-standing freshwater redwood tank that is 30’ diameter by 30’ tall, protected from the elements by a tent fixture, equipped with heating capabilities, and an overhead crane with decking to allow personnel to access testing equipment and test fixtures in the area above the tank. In order to keep the tank in a good working condition, an inspection of the tank is required to assess the health and condition of the tank.

2 Requirements. NAVSEA NUWC Division, Keyport has a requirement to inspect the test tank located at bldg. 1044. The project will require the contractor to complete a physical and visual inspection of the redwood tank and associated hardware.

The Contractor shall provide labor, material, and equipment, as required, to accomplish the following work in accordance with the statements herein:

The Contractor shall provide structural engineering services to perform an overall inspection of the tank while in operation shall be accomplished, including a physical and visual inspection of the tank exterior, hoops, lugs, pipe fittings, bottom, and foundation. Additionally, a visual inspection of the tank interior shall be accomplished, including the bottom of the tank. All metal components shall be inspected for corrosion, and all wood components shall be inspected for decay. All work must be coordinated through the Engineer in Charge (EIC) or the Supervisor, provided at award.

2.1 Prerequisites.

2.1.1 The Contractor shall have the necessary skill and personnel to conduct the scope as described in Section 2 above. Contractor personnel in support of the tasks under the contract shall have, at a minimum, the following experience and credentials:

2.1.1.1. Contractor personnel shall possess or acquire any training or certifications needed to perform the work.

2.1.1.2. The Contractor shall have a licensed civil/structural engineer on staff, or a certified tank inspector.

2.1.2 As determined by the Government, the Contractor shall attend meetings via phone, internet, or in-person.

2.2 Set up.

2.2.1 The Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment, resources, and management required to meet the delivery requirements of the tank inspection.

2.2.2 The Test Tank will be in operation at the time of inspection and will not be drained.

2.2.3 Contractor shall verify all dimensions of all equipment to ensure that all access clearances can be met.

2.3 Inspection.

2.3.1 Inspection processes shall include an overall inspection of the tank including interior (visual) above water, exterior, hoops and lugs tension, and what can be seen of the bottom and foundation, pipe fittings and penetrations. Access shall be provided to Bldg. 1044 to facilitate inspection of interior.

2.3.2 An assessment shall be made of the condition of all redwood, tank foundation and supports, steel hoops and lugs and pipe fittings attached. Assessment shall address corrosion and decay concerns.

2.4 Quality Control.

2.4.1 The Contractor shall perform all work according to accepted standards, safety procedures, and applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards.

2.4.2 The Contractor shall be responsible for all quality control, inspections, and tests required in the completion of this project. The Contractor shall obtain all approvals except those required for field installations, field applications, and post-field tests, prior to delivery of materials and equipment to the project site unless otherwise specified.

2.5 Execution.

2.5.1 All approved project packages shall be kept on the jobsite and all employees shall be aware of its contents. Current, up-to-date Site Specific Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) forms shall be available for review, if applicable.

2.5.2 Scheduling: The Contractor shall schedule work to cause the least amount of interference with station operations. The government will attempt to provide the Contractor 24 hours’ notice prior to work interruptions due to unscheduled/emergent operational requirements.

2.5.3 Protection of Government Property: The Contractor shall use every means at their disposal to prevent damage to government owned property during the execution of work. If government property is damaged, the Contractor shall contact the EIC immediately and stop work until the issue is resolved.

2.5.4 Contractor shall furnish the EIC with a list identifying personnel and vehicles requiring access.

2.5.5 The EIC shall be contacted to coordinate access for job walks, site visits, and scheduling of work.

2.5.6 Completion Time Frame: The project is to be completed within 90 days after award.

2.6 Bldg 1044 General.

2.6.1 Safety and Security Brief

2.6.1.1. Contractors will be escorted at all times while working in bldg. 1044. NUWC Keyport will provide all escorts based on the contractors approved schedule.

2.6.2 Smoking

2.6.2.1. Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas.

2.6.3 Flame Producing Devices

2.6.3.1. Matches, lighters, and other spark producing devices are not allowed without a Hot Work permit.

2.6.4 Portable Electronic Device(s) (PED)

2.6.4.1. PED is defined as a portable electronic device having the capability to store, record, and/or transmit text, images/video, or audio data. Examples of PED include, but are not limited to pagers, laptops, cellular telephones, radios, compact disc and cassette players/recorders, portable digital assistants, audio devices, watches with input capability, reminder recorders, and mobile devices.

2.6.4.2. PEDs are not allowed inside of NUWC Keyport Buildings. PED use will be clarified and discussed at the site walk and pre-construction meeting

2.6.4.3. The Government PM/EIC or Building POC will provide location of phone for emergency use, provided at award

2.6.5 Vehicle Access

2.6.5.1. All vehicles will be subject to inspection and search prior to entering and within NBK - Keyport.

2.6.6 Parking

2.6.6.1. Parking stalls at NUWC Keyport are occupied on a first come first served basis. If the contractor requires a lay down area, a Road Closure/Lane-Closure/Disruption request permit will need to be submitted through the NBK. Refer to Naval base Kitsap (NBK) Instruction 11210.1A Road Closure/Disruption Coordination for instructions.

2.6.7 Security

2.6.7.1. Compliance with the security directions of Security Force Personnel is mandatory.

3 Deliverables.

3.1 The Contractor is responsible for providing a complete report written by a licensed civil, structural, or mechanical engineer and/or certified tank inspector (A001).

3.2 At a minimum, the report shall include an assessment of the structural integrity, description of the analysis performed, documentation of findings to include safety factors and life expectancy, and a maintenance plan and all other recommendations based on findings to include relevant specs/standards for Redwood tanks.

3.3 This project will not be accepted as complete until completed report has been submitted to, and approved by the EIC in their entirety in accordance with CDRL A001.

4 Safety and Environmental.

4.1 Safety is everyone’s responsibility. All contractor personnel on site are responsible for their own actions and any person on the project site has the authority to stop work if an unsafe condition exists.

4.2 The Contractor shall perform all work according to accepted Industry Standards, Safety and Environmental Procedures, and regulations, including Ref 6.1-6.2 and the latest revision of OSHA regulations.

4.3 The Contractor is responsible for inspecting their worksite for any hazards at all times, no exceptions. If an unsafe condition exists, work to correct or mitigate the hazard and contact the EIC to assist in determining how to proceed, if needed.

4.4 Ensure all workers are wearing the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the assigned task.

5 Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract shall be performed at Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport, WA. Bldg. 1044, Test Tank. In-person meetings may also be held at Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport, WA. Bldg. 207.

6 Period of Performance. Accomplish inspection starting TBD until completion.

7 Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL).