FSV 6 Amendment 0004_SF30.pdf

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. Name and Title of Signer (Type or Print) 16A. Name and title of Contracting Officer (Type or Print)

15B. Contractor/Offeror 15C. Date Signed 16B. United States of America

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. Date Signed

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070 30-105 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

PREVIOUS EDITIONS UNUSABLE Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. Contract ID Code Page of Pages

1 4

2. Amendment/Modification No. 3. Effective Date 4. Requisition/Purchase Req. No. 5. Project No. (if applicable) 0004 Aug 26, 2009 NAAN8400-9-06171

6. Issued By Code aj630031 7. Administered By (If other than Item 6) Code SEE BLOCK 6

WESTERN REGIONAL ACQUISITION DIVISION

7600 SAND POINT WAY NE/WC3

SEATTLE, WA 98115-6349

8. Name and Address of Contractor (No., Street, County, and Zip Code) (X) 9A. Amendment of Solicitation No.

X

AB133M-09-RP-0112

9B. Date (See Item 11) Jun 29, 2009 10A. Modification of Contract/Order No.

10B. Date (See Item 13)

Code Facility Code

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended X is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDG- MENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. Accounting and Appropriation Data (if required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACT/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

(x) A. This change order is issued pursuant to: (Specify authority) The changes set forth in item 14 are made in the Contract Order No. in item 10A.

B. The above numbered Contract/Order is modified to reflect the administrative changes (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

Set fourth item 14, pursuant to the authority of FAR 43.103 (b)

C. This supplemental agreement is entered into pursuant to authority of:

D. Other (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. Description of Amendment/Modification (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

This Amendment 0004 to Solicitation Number AB133M-09-RP-0112 is hereby issued to accomplish the following:

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1. Provide answers to prospective Offerors' questions.

2. Incorporate Changes to Solicitation Section J.

3. Incorporate Changes to Solicitation Section L.

4. Incorporate Changes to Solicitation Section I.

A. Prospective Bidder Q&As

Question 22: Figure 300-1 Elementary Electric One-Line Diagram shows two scientific transformers feeding the science switchboard. Section 320b states that a dedicated transformer shall be provided. Are one or two transformers required?

Response 22: Figure 300-1 is in error. Only one scientific transformer feeding the science switchboard is required. (Paragraph B.1.a of this amendment implements the SOR correction.)

Question 23: Section 320a requires in part “….one switchable 240/480 watertight receptacle ….” to be provided. Is the intent to provide a dedicated 240V and a dedicated 480V receptacle in the same location?

Response 23: SOR section 320a will be changed to require one dedicated 240 volt watertight receptacle and one dedicated 480 volt watertight receptacle at the side sampling station in place of the switchable 240/480 watertight receptacle.

Question 24: Some of the drawings provided by NOAA in Amendment 002 are missing sheets. Two examples: The first seven sheets of drawing “3020-256 ASSY 3020 MAIN SW PI A&D” were provided; however, per information on the drawing, there are 17 sheets to the drawing. Likewise, the first seven sheets of drawing “3020-541 ASSY 3020 FUEL OIL TRANSFER” were provided; however, per information on the drawing, there are 20 sheets to the drawing. Will the government provide all sheets to all of the drawings provided in Amendment 002?

Response 24: The remaining sheets to the specific drawings cited in the question contain detailed construction piping spool descriptions and were not provided to the Government. In general, the documentation on the FTP site is as complete as the Government will be able to provide.

Question 25: SOR Section 079b requires all fuel storage tanks except one pair to be full or empty. Section 261 designates the No. 2 center fuel storage tank as the fuel settling tank. The level of the settling tank nominally varies depending upon the operating procedures of the vessel. The specifications seem to imply that the fuel storage/settler tank is to be maintained pressed up at all times. Is the intent (for operations) to maintain the settler pressed up at all times?

Response 25: The fuel settling tank should not be considered a storage tank since keeping it pressed up defeats its intended purpose as a settling tank.

Question 26: The piping material called out on drawing FP06 “Exhaust System Diagram” Revision 4 is carbon steel ASTM A106. Per the SOR, Section 505b, piping system material is to be in accordance with ASTM F1155. Per Table 5 of ASTM F1155, it appears that the exhaust piping material is to be Chromium-molybdenum (CrMo) steel ASTM A335.

Please confirm the interpretation that the exhaust piping is to be CrMo steel ASTM A335.

Response 26: According to ASTM F1155, Carbon Steel may be used with maximum temperatures of 775°F.

According to Caterpillar literature, the maximum (at 100% loading) exhaust manifold and exhaust stack temperatures for the engines cited in the SOR are:

Engine Exhaust Manifold Temp. Exhaust Stack Temp.

Cat 3512C 1,037°F 747°F

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Cat C32 1,084°F 748°F

Since the exhaust temperature appears to be below the maximum temperature specified in ASTM F1155 for carbon steel, carbon steel would meet the requirements of ASTM F1155 and the SOR assuming maximum exhaust stack temperatures for the engines selected do not exceed 775°F.

Question 27: Contractor is unclear as to the definition of “final payment” as used in Section I-87 52.228-14 Irrevocable Letter Of Credit (DEC 1999) para C(2)(i) and (ii). Request Government please clarify the definition.

Response 27: The final invoice could be submitted upon final acceptance of the vessel which occurs at the completion of the warranty period. Final payment would be made within thirty days of approval of a proper invoice and receipt of a release of claims in accordance with Solicitation Section G.3.

B. Solicitation Section J Changes

1. Section J-1: Statement of Requirements (SOR)

a. Section 300a

Replace Figure 300-1 (Elementary Electric One-Line Diagram) with Attachment 1 to this amendment. Refer to Question 22 in paragraph A of this amendment for an explanation of the change.

The remainder of the section is unchanged.

b. Section 320a

Replace the sixth paragraph (starting with Four, 4-receptacle watertight 110 volt outlets…) with the following:

Four, 4-receptacle watertight 110 volt outlets, one dedicated 240 volt watertight receptacle, and one dedicated 480 volt watertight receptacle shall be provided at the Side Sampling Station on the Main Deck. These circuits shall be rated at 30 A each.

The remainder of the section is unchanged.

C. Solicitation Section L Changes

1. Section L.7, Proposal Preparation

a. The following is added as paragraph (d) to Section L.7(b) Volume III – Price Proposal:

"(d) The Offeror shall provide a completed "Contractor's Qualification and Financial Information Form" as part of their price proposal. This information will aid the Government in determining the responsibility of the Offeror."

b. The Contractor's Qualification and Financial Information Form referenced in Section C.1.a of this amendment is included as Attachment 2 to this amendment.

D. Solicitation Section I Changes

a. The following clauses are hereby updated via this amendment:

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1. I.49 52.225-23 REQUIRED USE OF AMERICAN IRON, STEEL, AND OTHER

MANUFACTURERED GOODS—BUY AMERICAN ACT—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

UNDER TRADE AGREEEMENTS (AUG 2009)

(Reference 25.1102(e))

2. I.72 52.244-6 SUBCONTRACTS FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS (AUG 2009)

(Reference 44.403)

All other terms and conditions of Solicitation AB133M-09-RP-0112 remain unchanged.

End of Amendment 0004.