Attachment 1 - Statement of Work (draft).docx

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) Lake Michigan Field Station (LMFS)

Repower Project – Installation – NOAA R4108 03/04/2025

1. GENERAL

1.1. BACKGROUND:

The NOAA/OAR/GLERL is a multidisciplinary environmental research laboratory located in Ann Arbor, MI that provides scientific understanding to inform the use and management of Great Lakes and coastal marine environments. The LMFS is a government owned facility located in Muskegon, MI and provides support for all missions of NOAA GLERL.

1.2. SCOPE:

The scope of this project includes non-personal services to install government provided engines on a NOAA vessel R4108. These services include vessel relocation and staging, project management, systems disconnection and engine removal, engine installation and connections, launch testing, and sea trials and commissioning.

1.3. NOAA VESSEL R4108 SPECIFICATIONS

NOAA Conversion – 2014

1.4. OBJECTIVE

The government’s objective is to repower the NOAA R4108 vessel with new equipment to enhance the overall efficiency of the research vessel.

1.5. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance is estimated at five (5) months after the award date.

1.6. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The place of performance shall be conducted at the contractor’s facility.

2. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

2.1. TASK ONE: VESSEL RELOCATION/STAGING

2.1.1. The contractor shall be responsible for relocating the vessel from its current location to their location. The vessel is currently located at Great Lakes Shipyard in Cleveland, OH. The vessel dimensions exceed the legal limit allowable for road transportation; therefore, it cannot be transported by this method.

2.1.2. The contractor shall be responsible for staging the vessel in an indoor facility or temporary enclosure for the duration of the project while ensuring security and protection from the elements.

2.2. TASK 2: PROJECT MANAGEMENT

2.2.1. The contractor shall provide project management, including coordination of regular meetings to communicate project timelines, milestones, completion, and cost tracking, for the duration of the project.

2.2.2. The contractor shall provide timely notification of conditions found that impact the completion of this project or the integrity of the vessel and its systems.

2.2.3. The contractor shall develop and provide an engineering plan that encompasses all elements of the project scope.

2.2.4. The contractor shall provide all associated drawings, manuals, and technical data for contractor supplied equipment or assemblies.

2.3. TASK 3: SYSTEMS DISCONNECT AND REMOVAL OF EXISTING ENGINES

2.3.1. The contractor shall use the aft deck hatches for ER access and equipment removal. Any additional modifications or removal of interferences must be returned to as found conditions.

2.3.2. The contractor shall remove engine controls, wiring and gauges associated with existing engines.

2.3.3. Connections with existing fire suppression, fuel, raw water, AC / DC electrical, hydraulics, and exhaust must be maintained for potential reuse and integration with new equipment.

2.3.4. Engines and marine gears must be properly disposed of or staged for shipment as directed by Government representatives. The contractor shall provide the total weight removed for engine and gear assemblies.

2.3.5. The contractor shall load propellers on a government truck for service off site during the repower project. The government shall return the propellers to meet the contractor's project timeline.

2.3.6. Upon removal of shafts, the contractor shall load shafts on a government truck for service off site during the repower project. The government shall return the shafts to meet the contractor’s project timeline.

2.3.7. Upon removal of the rudders, the contractor shall provide a condition report on the rudder shafts and bearings.

2.3.8. Upon removal of the shafts, the contractor shall remove strut and stern tube bearings and shall provide the required bearing dimensions to the government. The contractor shall prepare surfaces for installation of new bearings. The government shall provide replacement bearings to be used for installation.

2.3.9. The contractor shall clean bilges, bulkheads and overheads. Any nonessential legacy wiring, plumbing and brackets shall be removed. Acoustic insulation shall be replaced if damaged or removed.

2.4. TASK 4: NEW ENGINE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

2.4.1. Any contractor provided engineering, workmanship, and materials shall be in accordance with applicable industry standards, USCG regulations and best management practices.

2.4.2. The contractor shall modify the existing bed rails to accommodate the new engine mounts. The government provided engine bracket spacing is the same as the rail spacing, but the contractor will need to make modifications to accommodate shaft angle.

2.4.3. The contractor shall modify foundations to accommodate new marine gears.

2.4.4. The contractor shall install government provided shaft bearings and replace stern tube hose and packing. The government shall provide these materials.

2.4.5. The contractor shall set and align engines/gears to engine manufacturer’s approval and isolator mount specifications. The contractor shall provide final documentation of alignment and isolator mount installation, including documentation of final alignment after launch.

2.4.6. The contractor shall machine companion flanges to accept shafts.

2.4.7. The contractor shall reconnect to the fuel system. New lines will be required from the Racor filters to engines and engines to return piping.

2.4.8. The contractor shall reconnect to the raw water sea chest. A new 2 ½ ID Trident reinforced hose shall be installed from strainers to engines.

2.4.9. The contractor shall ensure the cooling water from the engines runs in a 2 ½” Trident hose. After the oil cooler, a 2” inch hose overboard discharge and throttling valve shall be installed. Location of the discharge shall be determined by the Government Representative.

2.4.10. The contractor shall reconnect to existing exhaust silencers and fabricate exhaust piping to minimize back pressure. The contractor shall provide exhaust flex coupling at turbo. The contractor shall use isolation hangers in supporting the exhaust assembly. The contractor shall provide insulation lagging between turbo and wet connection

2.4.11. The contractor shall reconnect to the fire suppression system, alarms, and GOV provided engine shutdown system.

2.4.12. The contractor shall reconfigure existing 24V starting batteries to meet the requirements of the engine manufacturer and controls and include automatic power transfer switches as required.

2.4.13. The contractor shall install power switches on each engine at port and starboard engine bed rails.

2.4.14. The contractor shall restore any impacted ER grating, bulk heads, over heads, support, and ancillary equipment that may have been altered or impacted in the scope of this project.

2.5. TASK 5: ENGINES, GEARS, AND CONTROLS

2.5.1. The Government shall supply the engines, gears, mounts and controls as detailed in Attachment 1a.

2.5.2. The contractor shall review the engine, gear and controls detailed in Attachment 1a and provide the government representative with a report that includes recommendations, deficiencies and concerns with that equipment list.

2.5.3. Upon engineering review, the contractor shall work with equipment manufactures to ensure that installation meets original equipment manufacturer (OEM) requirements and industry standards. This includes torque values on engine brackets and compliance to isolation mount specifications.

2.5.4. The contractor shall ensure engine controls are routed, installed, and integrated at the helm to industry standards and government approval. The government shall provide the EC600 control package and interconnecting cables.

2.5.5. Installation, testing and sea trial performance shall meet the OEM’s approval.

2.6. TASK 6: LAUNCH

2.6.1. The contractor shall coordinate the launch date with government, engine OEM, and gear OEM representatives.

2.6.2. Upon launch, the contractor shall document engine alignment. The contactor shall confirm proper installation and operation of all impacted and newly installed equipment prior to scheduled sea trials.

2.6.3. The contractor shall provide a schedule of activities and provide access to the vessel so that Government crew can install and inspect safety and navigation equipment prior to underway trials.

2.7. TASK 7: SEA TRIALS AND COMMISSIONING

2.7.1. The Government shall provide fuel, engine coolant, lubrication and hydraulic oils as needed.

2.7.2. The contractor shall conduct dockside and sea trails that test all vessel systems that were impacted in the scope of this project. This shall be done in a coordinated effort with the OEM and government representatives.

2.7.3. The contractor shall participate in sea trials to test and document the performance of installed equipment and must meet OEM's stated specifications and industry standards. This shall include engine loading, horse power, and heat / vibration measures across the RPM range. TVA testing is covered in the engine supplier package. All engine and gear parameters shall be tested, recorded and must meet OEM’s approval.

2.7.4. The contractor shall test and verify safety, fire suppression, and control systems. Any deficiencies impacted by the scope of this project shall be corrected.

2.7.5. The contractor shall measure the vessel for dead weight after all systems are installed and in operational condition. This can be provided by the lift crane load instrumentation.

2.7.6. The contractor shall provide training on all installed systems to government representatives, including system configuration, operation and maintenance. The contractor shall provide support documentation, drawings and manuals for installed equipment.

2.8. (OPTION) TASK 8: REPLACE EXHAUST SILENCERS

2.8.1. The contractor shall replace existing two (2) exhaust silencers located in the lazarette with new silencers. The government shall provide new silencers.

3. DELIVERABLES

4. GOVERNMENT POINTS OF CONTACT

A Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will be appointed to provide government oversight for this project.

One or more Technical Point (s) of Contact (TPOCs) will assist the COR as needed. All parties are reminded that this in no way detracts or changes the responsibilities and limitations described in the contract including, but not limited to, CAR 1352.201-70, Contracting Officer’s Authority, and CAR 1352.201-72, Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Only the contracting officer has the authority to direct, revise, or otherwise change the requirements of the subject contract.

The COR and TPOC(s) will be identified via a separate letter and may be changed at any time by the Government via letter without prior notice to the contractor.

5. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS

John Deere / TwinDisc package - 9090AFM85/MG5065A (2) Glendinning control system - engine, helm w/ interconnecting cables Shaft Bearings - NSN 3120-01-131-3692 (4) Stuffing Box hose - NSN 4720-01-412-7811 (2) Engine oil, coolant and hydraulic oil

6. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment 1a - Engine Specifications