PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Submarine Rescue Diving and Recompression System/SSTRL

1.1 Mission: The Military Sealift Command (MSC) requests one Jones Act qualified, U.S. flag, Offshore Supply

Vessel (OSV) to support Submarine Rescue requirements in support of submarine sea trials and other Fleet mission support as required. Vessel will be capable of installing the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS) and Submarine Rescue Diving Recompression System (SRDRS) (though not simultaneously) which are used for submarine rescue.

1.2 Vessel Requirements: The vendor shall permit US Government and contractor personnel to visit the ship no less than 5 days and no more than 45 days prior to delivery date to conduct a Pre-Delivery Ship Survey (PDSS).

The purpose of this survey shall be to at a minimum, validate that the ship meets the minimum requirements in accordance with the Mothership (MOSHIP) Criteria Manual for US Navy Submarine Rescue, REV E Attachment

(24), identify lay-down locations of GFE equipment, identify locations of required utilities, and conduct operations planning. The vessel must be validated as a submarine rescue Vessel of Opportunity (VOO) at delivery and capable of installing the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS) and Submarine Rescue Diving Recompression System

(SRDRS) (though not simultaneously) to support submarine rescue. If the Contractor ship is unable to meet the

VOO requirements, per the MOSHIP Manual, Appendix D Checklist, it will not be considered Not-Capable. The vessel shall be United State Coast Guard (USCG) certified under 46 Subchapter I and American Bureau of Shipping

(ABS) classified or an International Association of Classifications Societies (IACS) member society. In accordance with FAR clause 52.212-4 (l), the Government reserves the right to terminate for cause immediately for failing to deliver a vessel that meets all the PWS requirements.

a. The vessel will support inport and underway operations in accordance with assigned tasking as necessary on a continuous 24-hour basis. The vessel will also support loading, storage and discharge of Government materials and equipment, arranging for any shore-side equipment if required for load/discharge operations.

The vessel shall be prepared and equipped to carry up to 31 Supercargo or Government personnel.

b. The vessel will be required to carry various pieces of government equipment based on mission requirements. This equipment will be loaded aboard and removed upon completion of the mission. Some examples of potential equipment, but not limited to the list below:

a) NAVSEA certified Standard Navy Double-Lock Recompression Chamber System (SNDLRCS) including an Air

Supply Rack Assembly (ASRA): consists of a standard 20’x 8’x 8’ ISO shipping container (25,000 lbs fully loaded).

b) FMGS (Fly-Away Mixed Gas System) consisting of:

1. One (1) Mixed-Gas Control Console Assembly 80”x66”x38” (870 lbs)

2. One (1) Air Rack Assembly (ASRA) 80”x64”x75” (3,500 lbs)

3. Three (3) Helium-Oxygen Supply Rack Assemble (HOSRA) 80”x64”x75” (3,200 lbs) each, 9,600lbs total)

4. One (1) Oxygen Supply Rack Assembly (OSRA) 80”x64”x75” (3300 lbs)

5. Two (2) Booster Assemblies 48”x48”x36” (550 lbs each, 1,100 lbs total)

c) Recompression Chamber Life Support Skid (10’ x 8’; 14,000 lbs)

d) Two (2) MILVANs (20’ x 9’ x 8.5’; weighing up to 15,000 lbs each) for storing and charging the lithium batteries of the MK 18 FOS Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUVs). These UUVs require 12’ feet clearance on one end to facilitate removal of the UUV.

e) ESAMS (Expandable Small Air Mobile Shelter) (22’ x 9’x 8’; 10,000 lbs).

f) Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRCs) (12’ x 6’ x 2.5’; 265 lbs each).

g) 11-meter Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) (36’x 12’; 13,000 lbs each)

h) 9-meter RHIBs (30’ x 10’; 12,000lbs each)

i) 7-meter RHIBs (24’ x 11’; 9,000lbs each)

j) RHIB cradles (20’ x 8’; 1,500lbs each)

k) Air Compressor for Chamber Support and Scuba Charging (6’x 4’, approximately 2,300lbs)

l) Explosive Ready Service Lockers (RSLs) (5’x 5’, 2,000lbs each)

c. All deck stored equipment shall be griped or stowed to support open ocean transit in sea states equaling vessel’s sea state capability.

1.3 Area of Operation: While the vessel will primarily operate out of the Hampton Roads Area of Virginia and throughout the Western Atlantic Ocean, it shall be capable of deployment to worldwide locations within 24 hours of notification by the Operational Commander designated by the U.S. Navy and will also be required to visit military and civilian ports as needed in support of specific evolutions. The operational areas will be discussed with vessel operator prior to conducting ship load out

1.4 Operational Tempo (OPTEMPO): It is estimated, without guarantee, that the Vessel will be Underway

DP/Loiter 65%, Underway Transit Speed (~10kts) 15%, in port on Generator 5% and in port on Shore Power 15%.

The operating tempo may vary. Underway periods shall consist of independent steaming, diving operations, convoy operations, transit to/from selected locations and ports for Vessel operations, maintenance, bunkering, or for equipment discharging/loading operations.

1.5 Operating Scenario: The vessel will provide underway and pier-side fleet support for Submarine Rescue operations and training, Submarine Sea Trial Exercises, surface-supplied diver training/operations and dynamic positioning (DP) training on a continuous 24-hour basis in assigned area of operations. The vessel will also support loading, storage and discharge of Government materials and equipment, arranging for any shore-side equipment if required for load/discharge operations.

The chartered vessel shall have the capability, when the appropriate mission systems are embarked, to perform the following:

Primary Tasks Mission System (GFE)

a. Conduct worldwide submarine rescue operations. Submarine Rescue Diving and Recompression System

(SRDRS), NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS)

b. Conduct Submarine Sea Trial support. SSTRL, standby during submarine underway testing.

Secondary Tasks Mission System

a. Provide DP training and certification support to

COMSC CIVMARS, Civilian Mariners.

Underway, DP2 training and certification evaluations.

b. Support all tasking as assigned by the Operational

Commander

No specific system or requirements

1.6 Operational Support: Services shall be 24 hours a day support to include but not be limited to the following:

a. Conduct SRDRS/SSTRL operations as assigned by area operational commander.

b. Launch and recovery of small craft (boats, ROV (remotely operated vehicle), UUV (unmanned underwater vehicle) and divers

c. Refuel small crafts on deck.

d. Logistical support (i.e. messing, berthing, communications, and physical training facilities, etc.)

e. At sea transfer of personnel and cargo alongside or astern in up to sea state 3

f. Conduct Dynamic Positioning Officer (DPO) training for qualified, licensed government mariners (CIVMAR) approximately 6-8 mariners at a time.

1.7 Certifications: The ship must be a US Flag, Jones Act qualified vessel, it must be classed by the American

Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and be issued a US Coast Guard (USCG) Certificate of Inspection (COI). The ship must have Statements of Voluntary Compliance (SOVC) for the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), and International

Maritime Organization (IMO) Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

(COLREGs) for international voyages. The ship must be equipped to satisfy the Panama Canal Authority regulations for transit. The ship shall have a Panama Canal Net Tonnage Certificate throughout the life of the contract. The

Contractor shall provide the materials, equipment, and outfitting items required for the ship to operate in compliance with 33 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and all requirements of the vessel classification society and USCG.

** The vessel shall be United State Coast Guard (USCG) certified under 46 Subchapter I and American Bureau of

Shipping (ABS) classified or an International Association of Classifications Societies (IACS) member society. At a minimum, the vessel shall be permitted to conduct manned diving operations. The vessel, launch and recovery systems, cranes, weight handling equipment and unique shipboard storage appliances shall be maintained and shall be classed by the ABS (or equivalent ).

1.8 Vessel Requirements: The ship must be capable of 8,000 nautical miles endurance at the vessel's most economical speed without refueling at the ship's full load condition with no external loads. All propulsion, electrical generating and auxiliary machinery shall be capable of continuous operation using diesel fuel in accordance with

ASTM D975, Grade 2-D; International Standards Organization (ISO) 8217, F-DMA; and Diesel Fuel Marine (North

Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Code F-76) in accordance with MIL-DTL-16884.

a. Any vessel requirement that is met with a removable or portable (i.e. berthing modules or deck extension for Submarine Rescue) solution must meet ABS / USCG requirements and maintain all supporting documentation. All storage, maintenance, transportation and mobilization/demobilization costs for removable or portable solutions will be at the expense of the contractor.

b. Vessel must meet the requirements as outlined in the “Mother Ship (MOSHIP) Criteria Manual for US

Navy Submarine Rescue, Revision E” and be certified as a Submarine Rescue Vessel of Opportunity (VOO) prior to contract delivery. In accordance with FAR clause 52.212-4 (l), the Government reserves the right to terminate for cause immediately for failing to deliver a vessel that meets all the PWS requirements.

1.9 Training: MSC intends to utilize this ship as a training platform for qualified government civilian mariners

(CIVMARS) to obtain Class A, Dynamic Positioning Officer (DPO) certification from the Offshore Vessel Dynamic

Positioning Authority (OSVDPA). All deck watch officers (including the Master) of the assigned crew will hold a

Class A OSVDPA or Nautical Institute (NI) DPO-Unlimited certification. The crew will observe and assist federal government CIVMARS who will stand DPO watches under observation to gain sea time to meet certification requirements. The Contractor’s certified DPOs will validate whether CIVMARS under observation meet the sea time and practical experience requirements while the vessel is in dynamic positioning (DP) mode. During these training iterations, the Contractor’s certified DPO will oversee the CIVMARS undergoing DPO training and sign off in the

CIVMARS’ task books when they successfully complete tasks. The Government’s intention is to obtain Class A

OSVPDA DPO certification for those CIVMARS who demonstrate the required degree of proficiency. This training will occur at the discretion (with concurrence of the ship’s Master) of the government and could be accomplished during transit or station keeping, 24 hours per day.

1.10 Operating Endurance, Messing and Berthing: The vessel must be capable of supporting at-sea operations for up to thirty (30) days without resupply (or replenishment of critical stores).

The contractor shall provide (3) cafeteria-style meals, snack foods, bottled water and hotel services for up to Thirty-one 31 embarked Supercargo personnel IAW Special Time Proforma, IV (k)(1) (not including vessel crew) when personnel are embarked (in port / underway).

The vessel shall support berthing for up to 31 embarked Supercargo personnel in addition to vessel crew, IAW

Special Time Proforma, Part IV section (k)

Berthing shall be provided with no more than six per stateroom and per head equipped with shower. Curtained off bunks are acceptable. Clean linens (fitted bed sheet, top sheet, bath towel, hand towel, washcloth) shall be provided weekly. Access to 24hr self-service laundry shall also be provided.

This includes provision for potable water requirements and waste disposal (sanitary).

1.11 Transducer Pole Installation: The Contractor vessel shall provide sufficient access on the PORT or STBD side of the VOO to mount a 32 ft. (9.7 m) Transponder Pole (GFE), Government Furnished Equipment, wherein when the pole is deployed it will extend a minimum of 10 ft. (3 m) below the Vessel keel.

1.12 Vessel Freeboard / Over-boarding Access: Maximum freeboard of 10 ft. (3.1M).

Contractor vessel shall provide sufficient opening of any stern wall to provide for the unobstructed over-boarding of the launch and rescue system (LARS). A minimum of a 36 ft. (11 m) opening is required to clear the LARS winches.

1.13 Deck Space / Configuration: At a minimum, the vessel shall have 6,000 sq.ft of contiguous open deck space, (minimum clear deck area of 98 ft. (29.9M) in length and 36 ft. (11M) in width.). The decking area to be used for

SRS installation shall be steel that is flat, clear of obstructions and ready for welding.

Deck lighting to support on deck maintenance during transit without interfering with safe navigation and bridge observation.

The deck shall be coplanar with a maximum vertical deviation of 2 in (5.08cm) when measured from the transom to

64 ft (19.5 m) forward of the transom. Deck hardware shall be removed in way of Sponsor equipment Bases if vertical height is 2 in (5.08 cm) or greater from the deck.

The vessel shall have a minimum cargo loading capacity of 1025 lb/ft² (5 tonnes/M²), and a minimum deck load capacity of 838,000 lbs. (380 tonnes) and stability to support 380 tonnes to a CG of 4 meters (13.1234 ft) above the deck.

The contractor shall provide specific detail on all bulkheads supporting the aft deck from the transom to 50 feet forward of the transom. Details shall include: frame location, construction, stiffener spacing, and include detailed drawings of each bulkhead.

Any vessel requirement that is met with a removable or portable (i.e. berthing modules or to meet a requirement in support of Submarine Rescue) solution must meet ABS / USCG requirements and the contractor will maintain all supporting documentation. All storage, maintenance, transportation and mobilization/demobilization costs for removable or portable solutions will be at the expense of the contractor.

1.14 Sea-Keeping Capability / Vessel Stability: . Shall be able to conduct aft deck and launch and recovery operations with a 419 short tons (380 tonnes) system (SRSRCS), Submarine Rescue System Rescue

Capable System installed in up to Sea State 4.

The vessel shall maintain ship survivability with a 419 short tons, (380) tonnes system installed in up to Sea State 6.

For all operating scenarios, the VOO with the LAUNCH AND RECOVERY SYSTEM (LARS) and Pressurized

Rescue Module (PRM) installed, shall comply with all intact and damage stability criteria required by the VOO's

Flag Administration and Classification Society's Rules.

1.15 Small Boat Provision and Launch and Recovery Equipment: Contractor shall provide a small boat and associated launch and recovery equipment for use during emergency recovery of the Pressurized Rescue Module.

The boat will be equipped with an 80 HP (approx.) motor with a tow point forward of the engine for the small boat.

1.16 Diesel Fuel Capacity: The Contractor shall have the ability to provide up to 20,500 gallons (77,600 L) of cleaned and polished No. 2 Diesel fuel, accessible on the working deck, for the Generator Van (GV).

1.17 Emergency Power Supply Capability: The Contractor vessel shall provide 350 kW of 480 VAC, 3-phase, Delta, 60 Hz, 400 amps electric power per Bus to Sponsor equipment in event of engine failure.

1.18 Electrical Power: The vessel must be able to provide sufficient electrical power in the vicinity of the aft working deck to power the various pieces of GFE identified in this document. At a minimum the power distribution requirements for the ship on the aft working deck are as follows:

1. Mission power outlets:

a. Two 480 volts AC, 3-phase, Delta, 60-Hz, 400A

b. Two 480 volts AC, 3-phase, Delta, 60-Hz, 100A

c. One 208 volts AC, 3-phase, 60A with Hubbell HBL560c9w Receptacle

d. One 240 volts AC, single phase, 30A

e. One 240 volts AC, single phase, 20A

2. Mission power panels:

a. Cavotec PC-6 connectors, or equivalent

b. Molded-case circuit breakers interlocked via the pilot contacts in plug and socket.

3. Pilothouse dedicated mission system power outlets

a. One 240 volts, 60 Hz, 20 Amps

b. One 120 volts, 60 Hz, 20 Amps

**NOTE: (A dedicated penetration from the Pilothouse to the weather deck for mission system cables is required.

The penetration can either be a 4 inch NPS pipe with threaded caps to make the penetration weather tight or other suitable transit of equivalent or larger size)

1.19 Dive Staging Area: The vessel shall be equipped with a Diver’s Staging Area for launching and recovering divers. At a minimum, staging area must consist of water access by ladder and removable bulkhead for use of a

Diving LARS system. The equipment used to handle the over-the-side divers should meet the requirements of U.S.

Navy Diving and Manned Hyperbaric System Safety Certification Manual, NAVSEA (SS521-AA-MAN-010, Revision 2, 1 NOV 2006) and U.S. Navy Diving Manual.

1.20 Surface Dive Launch and Recovery System, (LARS) Install/Removal: The Contractor shall install and remove the Surface Dive LARS, efforts include the following:

1. Remove interferences and prepare hot work areas.

2. Test fit LARS, weld pad-eyes or plates as required to deck.

3. Welding must be in accordance with welding and brazing procedures, NAVSEA S9074-AQ-GOB-010/248 or

American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel (minimum) conducts all welds for installation on the vessel.

4. Complete NDT Inspection IAW MIL-STD 2035 or NAVSEA guidance.

5. Complete static and dynamic load test. (Sponsor will perform testing.)

6. Post NDT Inspection IAW MIL-STD 2035 or NAVSEA guidance upon completion of static and dynamic load test.

Installation, removal and restoration of the deck area upon completion is at Contractor’s cost.

1.21 Dynamic Positioning: Vessel shall be ABS Classed DPS2 or greater and be equipped with an operable

Dynamic Positioning System Two (2) or equivalent, or greater.

The vessel shall have the performance capabilities to operate safely in the environmental conditions existing for Sea

State 4 with an objective of Sea State 5 (Sea State 6 for NSRS), IAW References (c) and (f). It shall have at least

(3) different positioning reference systems, with at least one system operating on a different principle, IAW

MOSHIP Manual Rev E Attachment (24).

The vessel shall be capable of maintaining a specific heading at speeds of one knot or greater and maintaining station within a 150-foot radius of the established position in conditions up to and including winds of 30 knots and

Sea State 5 (up to 12 feet) along with fully qualified, certified Dynamic Positioning Officers, in order to support

24/7 operations and training.

1.22 Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS), ECDIS training, and chart requirements:

a. ECDIS installed on the vessel shall meet applicable IMO performance standards and the requirements of the vessels classification society. The ECDIS manufacturer is subject to MSC approval.

b. Only official, up-to-date Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) produced and authorized by national hydrographic offices are approved for use. Use of unofficial electronic charts is not authorized.

c. Before using ECDIS, Masters, navigators, and watch officers shall complete generic ECDIS training based upon IMO Model Course 1.27 and receive familiarization Training on the ECDIS installed on the vessel as necessary to meet STCW competency requirements.

d. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) plans to significantly reduce the printing and issuing of no-cost paper charts to vessels during the period of this contract. When NGA paper charts are no longer available the Owner/Master shall be responsible for purchasing charts and chart updates required for an intended voyage or ship mission. Charts approved by MSC and purchased through commercial vendors will be a reimbursable expense.

1.23 Specific Communication Requirements: The Contractor shall be prepared to enact Emissions Control procedures as required by NAVSEA OP 4 at any time based on mission requirements.

1.24 Communications Equipment: The Contractor shall provide a Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) or equivalent installed broadband internet capability with a minimum bandwidth of 1 megabyte (bi-directional) and allow embarked personnel internet connectivity while underway. Bandwidth should have the ability to be increased based on mission requirements to a minim of 3 megabytes (bidirectional). The contractor will provide points of contact to satellite communications service provider to assist in the configuration and troubleshooting of government provided communication equipment.

1.25 Fresh Water: Contractor shall provide up to 2000 gallons (7570.8 liters) of freshwater to the fantail for wash down of PRM and equipment, as well as for filling PRM ballast bags.

This requirement can be met through onboard water production capability, potable water storage capacity or a combination of both. If production capability does not exist, onboard storage must be sufficient for the endurance period thirty (30 days).

1.26 Air Conditioning: The Contractor shall ensure all communications equipment is climate-controlled with a maximum temperature of 80 degrees F. Communications equipment requires climate (AC/DH) control. All interior berthing and work spaces shall be climate controlled.

1.27 Port Services: The Contractor may have to employ an agent to arrange for all port services on a reimbursable basis during this charter. Refer to Special Time Proforma, Part IV (n) Port Charges and Expenses . Additionally, the contractor shall coordinate with appropriate offices onboard military installations to ensure pier-side services are scheduled and all employees are granted base access

1.28 Endurance and Seakeeping. The vessel must be capable of supporting at-sea operations for up to thirty (30) days without resupply. In addition, the support ship shall be able to operate in conditions up to and including sea state 5 and conduct launch and recovery of small boats, divers, RHIBs, Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat and CRRCs, Combat Rubber Raiding Craft up to sea state 3. The chart below depicts notional cargo information for critical mission loading conditions.

Loading Conditions (See Notes)

Item Light

Ballast

SRDRS,

Vertical

SRDRS,

Inboard

NSRS

Vertical

NSRS

Inboard

SAT

FADS

Vertical

SAT

FADS

Inboard

Ship

Consumables including fuel

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Departure, Mid-

Voyage, Arrival

Item Light

Ballast

SRDRS,

Vertical

SRDRS,

Inboard

NSRS

Vertical

NSRS

Inboard

SAT

FADS

Vertical

SAT

FADS

Inboard

Cargo None SRDRS SRDRS NSRS NSRS SAT

FADS

SAT

FADS

Cargo Weight N/A 227 mt 227 mt 380 mt 380 mt 212 mt 212 mt

Cargo

Vertical

Center of

Gravity

(above mission deck)

N/A 2.71 m 2.37 m 4.0 m 4.0 m 2.0 m 1.9 m

Cargo

Longitudinal

Center of

Gravity

(forward from transom)

N/A 11.09 m 11.91 m 13.5 m 14.5 m 12.7 m 13.1 m

Notes:

(1) All loading conditions shall include the weight and center of gravity allowances for the portable magazines, accommodation modules, and all other additions necessary for the 31 persons other than crew.

(2) The above satisfies all the requirements from the SRDRS and SAT FADS VOO Specifications.

1.29 Speed. Minimum 10 knots transit speed.

1.30 Off Ship Fire Fighting. Vessel shall be equipped with a means of Off Ship Fire Fighting.

1.31 Armory Storage: The Government shall provide the ship with small arms, ammunition and CBRD Kits, IAW, COMSC ATFP/CBRD Manual. The Vessel shall be equipped with:

a. A class-5 gun safe

b. A ship’s armory or any other suitable magazine will be provided and utilized for use by the ship’s crew to support Force Protection (FP) within the lifelines of the ship. The Contractor shall maintain the security and stowage of the weapons and ammunition in accordance with OPNAVINST 5530.3 (series) and

COMSCINST 5530.3 (series), See Attachment (09) ATFP.

1.32 Dry-docking: Upon delivery, the Vessel shall conform to USCG regulations for extended tail shaft examination intervals found in 46 CFR 61.20-21 and for extended dry-dock examination interval found in 46 CFR

91.40-3(d) through (g).

1.33 Tin-Free Delivery: Vessel shall deliver free of tin-based coating. Vessels requiring re-coating shall be stripped down to bare metal before repainting with suitable coating. Additionally, hulls requiring repainting shall be fleeted.

1.34Bunkering: The Vessel shall be capable of being bunkered from a fuel barge or tanker alongside at anchor using standard six-inch hose flanges with cam lock fittings. MARPOL regulations for taking samples during bunkering shall apply.

1.35 MSD: The Vessel shall be fitted with a USCG-approved marine sanitation device and bilge/oily water separator as well as a waste oil or dirty ballast tank that possesses a minimum of thirty (30) days capacity. Personnel shall be made aware of the health aspects when working with MSD, Marine Sanitation Device equipment.

1.36 Waste Oil Reduction: The Vessel shall employ methods, both through installed equipment and operational practices, to minimize waste oil generation.

1.37 Spare Parts Storage Space: The Vessel shall be equipped with an allowance of spare parts (in addition to those required by regulatory bodies) and commensurate storage space sufficient for six (6) months usage in an isolated area.

1.38 Onboard Stores: The Vessel shall deliver with onboard stores sufficient to remain on station for a minimum of thirty (30) days. . Ship's stores/provisions to meet above endurance will be on hand upon arrival. Dry provisions shall not be allowed to go below thirty (30) days endurance.

1.39 Miscellaneous Equipment: The Vessel shall deliver with the following equipment:

a. 6 (6) VHF-FM transceivers with chargers

b. One (1) set convoy flags and pennants

c. Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

1. Subject to the requirements of the paragraph below, the Contractor shall provide at least one (1)

AED unit. Unless otherwise specified in Box 6, all AEDs must be FDA approved and be suitable for Shipboard use. The Vessel's Medical Person-in-Charge shall be trained to operate and maintain the AEDs.

2. The Contractor shall provide sufficient AEDs, stored in a location ready for use, to ensure that response time to Shipboard medical emergencies does not exceed five (5) minutes from any location on the Vessel. AEDs shall be stored in a location that is accessible to trained rescuers.

1.40 Crew as Agents of Contractor: The Ship’s crew shall be trained, qualified and medically fit sufficient to accomplish the requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and consistent with the Ship's mission. Deck and Engine Officers shall meet requirements of the USCG and STCW and possess current, valid

USCG licenses, including Radar Observer endorsement for Deck Officers, commensurate with the tonnage and classification of the Ship. GMDSS operators and maintainers are to be properly licensed and certified. Licensed personnel shall have the necessary endorsements on their USCG Merchant Mariner's Document for the job to which they are assigned. All shall hold valid U.S. passports for the full length of this assignment.

1.41 Crew Screening: The Owner shall comply with COMSCINST 5521.1 (series), which is the primary reference on crew vetting matters and establishes personnel screening standards for MSC Ships.

1.42 Vetting Process: Upon delivery and as necessary, crew members and non-crew members must be submitted separately for vetting All persons, to include crew, vendor and non-Government visitors shall be endorsed by the ship TYCOM, MSCLANT OPCON and vetted by the base Physical Security Officer, Pass and Decal for approval to the pier and ship. All Visitor Request shall be submitted by the Contractor Security Officer to COMSC for DBIDs cards and MSCLANT for Visitor access passes.

1.43 Crew Members: The Contractor Security Officer, shall submit an initial Visit Request list including all incumbent crew members and relief crew as applicable with their Full Name, Billet, SSN, Date of Birth, Birth

Country, U.S. Passport Number and Nationality (country listed on passport) to MSCHQ/CCOR Contract Officer

Representative (COR) MSC Industrial Security Officer. The Owner Security Officer shall submit this completed request via email to the COR and or MSC Industrial Security Officer to the following email:

MSC_Distro_CMD_N021. The Security Officer will advise the Owner Security Officer of the approval disposition via email reply. The Visit Request must be submitted and approved for all crew members before a CAC Card will be issued by the COR.

1.44 Non Crew Members: The Contractor, Security Officer, shall submit the same information required above for all other Contractor personnel for whom escorted/unescorted access to the Ship is required not to exceed 30 days.

Non-crew members shall be submitted on one separate template for each different company, and those visiting the same Ship in CONUS multiple times during any availability period need only be submitted once in 90 days. Non-crew members visiting multiple Ships operated under this Contract and located in the same port region may be submitted once and visit multiple Ships. All visitors must comply with COMSC QMS procedure for ROM and waiver request. All Visit Request for JEBLC, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek and Pier Access should be submitted to the OPCON, MSCLANT for coordination. All request should be submitted at least 2wks in advance of desired visit date for adequate processing time. MSCLANT will notify the Owner of any anomalous screening results requiring further action or investigation.

1.45 Common Access Cards (CAC): To support access to the government facilities, computers and other systems, Licensed Mariners, (Master, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer, 1st Engineer, 2nd Mate, SUPO or any designated licensed crew member), shall obtain a CAC. CACs are to be issued only by their designated COR as may be authorized by

Commander Military Sealift Command (COMSC). To be eligible for a CAC, contract mariners and contractor personnel shall comply with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) requiring the completion of an

FBI fingerprint check with favorable results and the initiation of a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries

(NACI). An individual who maintains a current equivalent or higher investigation shall not require an additional

NACI. As required for access to the government facilities, computers and other systems, the NACLC suffices. The

CAC shall not be used for any unauthorized purpose.

1.46 Tracking and Disposition: The Contractor shall immediately inform the /COR and Contracting Officer in writing if a contractor employee is given an adjudication of "Access Suspended", "Interim Declination", "Loss of

Jurisdiction", "No Determination Made", or has their clearance eligibility otherwise withdrawn, denied, or revoked.

It is the contractors responsibility at all times to operate the vessel with personnel who meet the clearance requirements in Call out section Part V(a). The Contractor shall be responsible for the control of CACs issued to its mariners and personnel under MSC contract. In order to ensure positive control of CAC cards issued to their employees, the Contractor shall collect expired or revoked CAC Cards and turn it into the nearest RAPIDS Office.

The Contractor shall notify the COR, Contracting Officer and COMSC Security Officer of any of these actions or any action listed below for all CACs issued in the performance of this contract:

a. Termination of the contract.

b. Redelivery of a vessel.

c. If a CAC holding crew member will not be returning to any ship operated by the Contract Operator.

d. As directed by the issuing authority, the COR, or the Contracting Officer.

If a shipboard mariner is cross decked to another active COMSC Charter Vessel for work, notify the COR immediately in writing, so that affected crew member CAC account can be transferred to the appropriate COR for management and oversight, failure of the Contractor to inform the COR may result in revocation of the employee issued CAC.

1.47 CAC Reporting: A report shall be made to the Contracting Officer within 24 hours of discovering any CAC is lost, stolen, or destroyed. The Contracting Officer will then generate a report to

a. The COR for cancellation of the card

b. The local U.S. Military Security Office

c. The appropriate MSC Operational Commander

1.48 Foreign Port Visits: The Master may, if appropriate, provide a Shore Party List of individuals who will go ashore to the host nation before granting liberty in port if such a list is requested. The Shore Party List may contain only the names and passport numbers of those personnel; all other information shall not be provided. Masters shall comply with applicable U.S. and host nation agreements, such as status of forces agreements, that specify particular procedures for port visits in that country.

1.49 Security at Sea: The Contractor shall implement Shipboard security measures against terrorism, hostage situations, demonstrations, sabotage, piracy or hostile acts at all times, with increased situational awareness while sailing in high threat areas. The Owner shall display appropriate international signals indicating special operations or dangers to navigation for approaching Ships and shall comply with MSC Standard Operating Manual (SOM), COMSCINST 3121.9 (series).

1.50 Operational Security (OPSEC): The Contractor shall train crews in OPSEC awareness. The Owner shall take the following minimum precautions, as directed by the Operational Commander. The contractor shall implement and practice DoD OPSEC policies and measures IAW SECNAV Instruction 3070.2 (series).

1.51 Personal Security: Avoid telephone discussions or face-to-face conversations that can be overheard by unauthorized personnel when discussing mission related information. Avoid discussing any aspect of operations or capabilities outside the workplace, and indications that strangers have focused on an individual or have a probing interest in Ship operations. Where terrorism is a threat, instruct personnel to vary routines and predictable habits and travel in groups for safety.

1.52 Physical Security: Information concerning physical guards, space security, firearms onboard, custodial controls, emergency destruction procedures and capabilities, and threat reaction procedures and capabilities should remain closely held. Emergency action drills to practice responding to threats should not be observed by anyone other than authorized crewmembers.

1.53 Ship Arrivals in Port: The knowledge of a Ship's scheduled port calls should be restricted to those members of the Owner's staff with a need to know. Arrange travel of port captains and port engineers, and Shipment of supplies, so as to limit forewarning of a Ship's actual arrival.

1.54 Ship Departures: To the degree possible, make arrangements for sailing in a way that conceals and limits knowledge of sailing intentions (date and hour). As practicable, avoid obtaining items such as charts and other materials that might indicate the future areas of operations of the Ship.

1.55 Operations: Maintain radio silence on HF, VHF, or UHF except as authorized by Squadron or Operational

Commanders. Evasive maneuvers and recognition signals with U.S. aircraft or Ships should be utilized as directed.

1.56 Reports: Reports that can be used to determine patterns of Ship movements and operations should not be released to international organizations.

1.57 Social Media: The Contractor shall train crews in the effective use and vulnerabilities of social media.

Contract personnel who engage in the use of social media and social networking sites in an unofficial and personal capacity shall do so responsibly. Refer to SECNAVINST 5720.44C, OPNAVINST 3432.1A and NAVSO P-5288-

03 for guidance. Personnel using social media inappropriately may have their MSC computer account access revoked.

1.58 Contractor is Responsibility for Increased Security-Embarked Security Team (EST): The Contractor is required to maintain the ship in the FPCON for its location. This may include the supporting of an embarked military security detachment or Embarked Security Team (EST) which will operate under their Joint Chiefs military chain of command and the Standing Rules of Engagement. Under Article 0847 of U.S. Navy Regulations and

COMSCINST 5530.5 (series), the Master is relieved of responsibility for actions taken by the EST. The ships may also carry other embarked Government or commercial Force Protection personnel as required in high threat areas.

1.59 Force Protection Implementation: The Contractor shall ensure all Shipboard force protection practices are in accordance with COMSCINST 5530.5 (series) and applicable Navy message updates.

1.60 Government Furnished Force Protection (FP) Equipment: The Contractor shall maintain all Government furnished FP equipment, including small arms, in accordance with applicable standards, and maintain accountability in accordance with COMSCINST 5530.3 (series).

1.614 Medical Person in Charge (M-PIC): The Ship’s officer designated as Medical Person-in-Charge (M-PIC) shall maintain for each crew member

a. A listing of all current medical diagnoses;

b. A listing of all medications currently prescribed and utilized;

c. International Certificate of Vaccinations PHS-731 (Rev 2-69) or an equivalent and

d. Any additional pertinent information on medical care which has been obtained since the crewmember’s most recent MSC medical examination.

Medical records for each crewmember shall be made available to any medical provider ashore who examines the crewmember. It is the responsibility of the M-PIC to ensure that each crew member returns to the Ship to give the

M-PIC any applicable documents given them by a local physician or clinic each time they are examined or treated ashore.

1.62 Medical Advisory Services: The Contractor shall subcontract for medical advisory service for the Ship that covers all embarked personnel. The medical consultation shall be available twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven

(7) days a week, from a licensed physician with emergency medical experience and who is aware of Shipboard living conditions. This service may be provided by either the Contractor’s designated licensed physician or by another medical facility. The facility/physician shall have sufficient communications capabilities to assure Ships deployed worldwide can rapidly initiate and maintain contact with clarity. The physician/facility shall be available to communicate with the Ship within five (5) minutes of establishment of direct communication by the Ship. All costs associated with the Medical Advisory Services shall be for the Contractor’s account.

1.63 Food Handlers: 46CFR 10.215(d)(2) requires mariners applying for the Steward Department Food Handler endorsement to provide a statement from a licensed physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner attesting that the applicant(s) are free of communicable diseases. The medical examiner’s statement and subsequent annual medical screenings of food handlers shall be confirmed by the Owner as required by COMSCINST 6000.1 (series)

Chapter 6, Section 6.5 (a) 4-4 for such screening. This documentation shall be on file for all food service employees currently assigned.

1.64 Ship Sanitation Exemption Control Certificate (SSECC): The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the Ship is SSECC certified at all times in compliance with guidelines delineated in the World Health Organization, International Health Regulations (IHR) of 2005 and BUMEDNOTE 6210 dated Nov 2007. This certification is required to be completed every 6 months, in lieu of the obsolete Derat Certificate. The Owner shall make arrangements to procure the necessary SSECC Inspection Certification

1.651 Radio Officer: A Radio Officer is not required so long as all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Coast

Guard and other regulatory bodies are met.

1.66 Quality Management System (QMS): The Contractor shall, within six (6) months of award, have and maintain a certified Quality Management System, which shall include an assessment of the Contractor’s quality management process, process controls, inspections, tests, and should be focused on preventing, controlling, and detecting defects. The Contractor’s QMS shall be certified ISO-9000 (or equivalent) by one or more internationally recognized quality standard, e.g., International Standards Organization (ISO), American Society for Quality (ASQ), International Ship Managers Association (ISMA), or equal. The Contractor shall maintain full and continuous quality system certification for the entire period of performance of this Contract after establishing the QMS. The

Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 24 hours if for any reason the QMS certification is revoked.

Costs associated with the QMS shall be included in the fixed price per diem.

1.67 Inspection and Test Records: Inspection and test records required by or in support of the Quality

Management System shall, at a minimum, indicate the nature of the observations, number of observations, and the number and type of deficiencies found which shall be available for Government inspection. Data included in inspection and test records shall be complete and accurate and shall be used to analyze trends and assess corrective action. The Government reserves the right to attend the Contractor’s System Management Reviews to determine the effectiveness of the Contractor’s QMS in meeting contractual requirements.

1.68 Government Personnel: Notwithstanding any restrictions in this Charter Party to the contrary, Contractor agrees to embark and berth up to thirty one (31) Government / Supercargo personnel, including supercargo and armed force protection personnel as provided for under the Force Protection clause. Male and female Government personnel are required to be berthed in separate facilities. Reimbursement to be paid in accordance with RFP Part

IV, Section k. In the event complying with this requirement exceeds the Vessel’s Certificate of Inspection (COI), Contractor will advise the Charterer of, and agrees to make reasonable efforts to obtain, all appropriate waivers so as to allow the Vessel to carry such additional personnel. If Contractor is unable to obtain the necessary waivers, Contractor shall notify the Charterer immediately. The cost of any additional required lifesaving equipment shall be for Contractor account.

1.69 Presentation: Vessel is to be fully bunkered when presented (OR tendered).

1.70 Government Inspection: The Vessel offered under this RFP is subject to survey by a Government-identified surveyor and to inspection for suitability by other Government personnel, as specified in the Proforma, PART II, Section (a).

1.71 Onboard Condition Inspection (OCI): In accordance with COMSCINST 4700.18 (series)-Contract

Technical Requirements Surveillance Process for MSC Ships, the Government will routinely conduct Onboard

Condition Inspections (OCI) to monitor performance elements through formal ship visits and site audits. OCI will normally be conducted on an annual basis. These inspections will include operations, engineering, logistics and medical areas of the contract performance requirements and Technical Manual. Government property audits may also be conducted during this time. Any contract discrepancies discovered during an OCI will be reported to the

Contractor and a Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR) may be issued by the COR. The Contractor shall advise the

COR of disposition or corrective action taken to remedy contract discrepancies within 30 days of receipt of notification. The contractor shall provide a schedule for correction for all outstanding findings via the OCI Web

Tracker and provide updates on outstanding or open items as appropriate, but at least quarterly. The corrective action shall be to the Government’s satisfaction.

1.72 Vessel Self-Assessment: In preparation for an OCI, the Contractor shall ensure the ship’s Master submits a self-assessment to Engineering Field Support Division, Ship Inspection Branch (N751) of MSC at least fourteen

(14) calendar days prior to commencement of the OCI inspection. The self-assessment form will be forwarded to the Ship’s Master via email approximately one month prior to the OCI.

1.73 Special Surveys: As circumstances warrant, the Government may request the Contractor to undergo a special survey onboard the vessel. This survey may be tailored to a specific engineering or deck equipment or system or may encompass the entire vessel such as prior to or just after contract turnover.

1.74 Ship Drawings: Within 48 hours of delivery of the vessel the Contractor shall provide detailed Ship Drawings indicating all stowage areas, bulkheads, rooms etc., suitable for the preparation of stow plans. These drawings shall include unusual obstructions or characteristics not readily discernable from deck drawings. Within thirty (30) days after contract award, the Contractor shall submit two (2) paper copies and two (2) electronic copies of the Cargo

Securing Manual for the Vessel.

1.75 ATFP & CBRN Requirements: This solicitation and resulting contract includes the following: Anti-

Terrorism/Force Protection (ATFP), and Chemical, Biological and Radiological Defense (CBR-D) requirements.

See separate attachments (Attachments (09) and (11-1)) for full details. Small Arms training will be conducted IAW

COMSCINST 5530.3 series. Refer to COMSCINST Readiness Training Manual.

1.76: Mission Essential: This SRDRS service is Mission Essential.

Additional Definitions and Acronyms.

SRDRS: Submarine Rescue Diving and Recompression System

NSRS: NATO Submarine Rescue System

SATFADS: Saturation Fly Away Diving System

FADOSS: Fly-Away Deep Ocean Salvage System

CURV: a 6,400-pound Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) that is designed to meet the US Navy's deep ocean gear requirements down to a maximum depth of 20,000 feet of seawater.

ORION: a towed side scan-sonar that fulfills the US Navy's deep-water search requirement down to a maximum depth of 20,000 feet of seawater.

Acronyms: Mother Ship (MOSHIP) Criteria Manual for U. S. Navy Submarine Rescue

ABS American Bureau of Shipping

AUWS Assessment/Underwater Work System

CHT Collection, Holding and Transfer System

CO Commanding Officer

COI Certificate of Inspection

CV Control Van

DC Deck Cradle

DFS Departure from Specification

DP Dynamic Positioning

DPS Dynamic Positioning System

HP Horse Power

IACS International Association of Classification Societies

ICD Interface Control Drawing

IMO International Maritime Organization

ISO International Organization for Standardization

LARS Launch and Recovery System

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

LWMS Light Weight Mooring System

MOBARGE Mother Barge of Opportunity as MOSHIP

MOSHIP Mother Ship

NAVSEA Naval Sea Systems Command

NSRS NATO Submarine Rescue System

NVIC Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circulars

PDU Power Distribution Unit

PLARS Portable Launch and Recovery System

PMS Program Manager Sea

PNTCS Portable Navigation, Tracking and Communication Systems

PRM Pressurized Rescue Module

PRMS Pressurized Rescue Module System

REV Revision

RHIB Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat

RFI Request For Information

ROV Remotely Operated Vehicle

RWC Radius Watch Circle

SILOS Side Looking Sonar

SITS Ship Interface Template Sets

SOLAS Safety of Life at Sea

SRCFS Submarine Rescue Chamber Flyaway System

SRDRS Submarine Rescue Diving and Recompression System

SRS Submarine Rescue System

SRS-RCS Submarine Rescue System – Rescue Capable System

SRS-TUP Submarine Rescue System – Transfer Under Pressure

SRV Submarine Rescue Vehicle

SWL Safe Working Load

TTFR Time To First Rescue

TUP Transfer Under Pressure

URC Undersea Rescue Command

USCG United States Coast Guard