Attachment 1 - UWH IDIQ PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS).pdf
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This is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) Waterborne Hull Cleaning and Associated Work contract, an Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with firm-fixed-price task orders covering a five-year ordering period.
The contract provides waterborne hull cleaning, inspections, and related ship husbandry services on the underwater portions of MSC Government-Owned, Government-Operated (GOGO) vessels across three geographic zones: Atlantic Waters (Zone A, with eight regions including Virginia, the Carolinas, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, and Mid-Atlantic states); Pacific Waters (Zone B, covering the U.S. West Coast, Hawaii, Japan, Singapore, Australia, and other Pacific regions); and European, African, and Arabian Peninsula Waters (Zone C). Normal bases of operation are Norfolk, Virginia (Zone A) and San Diego, California (Zone B), with mobilization and demobilization charges applying to work outside these areas. The contract defines a normal workweek as five consecutive days (Monday-Friday in the U.S. and worldwide locations except Bahrain and UAE, where it is Sunday-Thursday) and a normal workday as eight hours commencing when the crew and equipment arrive at the port facility.
Core services include full hull cleaning (Task 01), interim cleaning (Task 02), partial cleaning using multi-brush units (Task 06) and single brush units (Task 07), high-pressure water jet systems at 10,000 PSI (Task 08), low-pressure water jet systems at 1,000-5,000 PSI (Task 09), incidental repairs including minor repairs and controlled work such as cofferdam operations (Task 10), Level II inspections and documentation (Task 11-01), visual technical inspections of propellers (Task 11-02), non-destructive examinations (Task 12), underwater coating applications (Task 13), diver tag-out process support (Task 14), individual diver and tender services (Tasks 15-16), and comprehensive underwater hull surveys with electronic reporting (Task 17). The contractor must comply with Naval Ships Technical Manual Chapter 081 for hull cleaning procedures, the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual for best management practices and pollution prevention, and applicable OSHA, Coast Guard, and federal regulations. All divers performing propeller cleaning must complete NAVSEA 00C online training, and personnel conducting visual technical inspections must be NAVSEA/DCMA trained and certified. Task 10-02 Controlled Work requires submission of Process Control Procedures and Formal Work Packages approved by MSC Engineering Directorate (N7) prior to execution, and all designed deliverables must be certified by a Professional Engineer. Task 10-02.1 requires the contractor to design, fabricate, and maintain cofferdams for ship set applications, including providing secure storage of at least 500 square feet, serialization and inventory tracking, and worldwide transportation capability on short notice. The contractor must also establish a comprehensive cofferdam inventory spreadsheet updated monthly and maintain MSC-owned Government Furnished Property (GFP) cofferdams.
Deliverables include ship maintenance reports (CDRL A006), inspection and cleaning documentation submitted to MSC's Technical Library quarterly and upon task completion (CDRL A001-A007), formal work packages for controlled work (CDRL A008), a cofferdam tracking spreadsheet maintained monthly (CDRL A009), key personnel resumes and supporting documentation within three business days upon request (CDRL A010), and annual Certification Regarding Trafficking in Persons Compliance Plan (CDRL A011). The contractor must mobilize all necessary personnel, equipment, and resources within ten business days following official task award notification. Premium time is available for work in excess of eight hours per day during the normal workweek or for weekend/holiday work when specifically requested by MSC representatives. Standby charges of four hours may be claimed if a scheduled operation is cancelled after crew arrival with no substitution provided. CONUS mobilization and demobilization costs are firm fixed price based on distance and include transportation, lodging, meals, and incidentals per GSA and Joint Travel Regulations; overseas travel and OCONUS mobilization are similarly firm fixed price determined at the task order level.
Key personnel requirements include a Program Manager with Master Diver Evaluation Course certification or Commercial Dive School Dive Supervisor certification, minimum three years' experience as a Dive Supervisor on Navy or government hull cleaning projects, Surface-Supplied Diving certification, and 3,000+ logged dive hours; a Dive Supervisor with two years' minimum experience, Visual Technical Inspection training, 2,000+ dive hours, and current advanced first aid/CPR/oxygen administration certifications; primary and standby divers with Navy or commercial dive school certification, Surface-Supplied Diving certification, 2,000+ logged dive hours for supervisors or 1,000+ for divers, power tool proficiency, and current first aid/CPR certifications; dive tenders with formal surface-supplied diving training and Navy hull cleaning experience; log keepers with diving terminology knowledge and understanding of diving regulations; console/rack operators trained on surface-supplied equipment; and machinery support technicians (laborers, crane operators, winch operators, small boat operators, deck crew) with extensive Navy hull cleaning experience, required OSHA training, First Aid and CPR certifications, and relevant USCG licenses or OSHA crane operator certifications. All personnel must read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. Administrative support personnel must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with strong communication and organization skills. Performance evaluation will be based on timeliness (95% completion within prescribed timeframes with 2% monthly deductions for lateness up to 10%), quality (no more than three errors per deliverable with 2% deductions per instance of rejection up to 10%), and personnel qualifications (100% compliance with 5% deductions per unqualified person up to 15%). Contractor performance will be monitored via the Contractor Performance Appraisal Reporting System (CPARS), with failure to meet performance standards documented and corrective action plans required within five business days.
The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations, particularly Best Management Practices in the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual Chapter 28 for pollution prevention, and ensure all underwater hydraulic systems use NAVSEA-approved biodegradable fluids. Nuclear-powered vessel work requires U.S. citizen personnel only with radiological controls training per NAVSEA 389-0288 or NAVSEA S9213-33-MMA-000. The contractor must obtain Navy Installation Access via SECNAV 5512/1 form and provide current ship access lists at least four days prior to site visits. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary work visas and permits for foreign nationals, with expediting fees allowable when lead time is 30 days or less for remote overseas locations. Non-Destructive Testing personnel must be Level I, II, or III certified per NAVSEA Technical Publication T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 or ASNT standards. Contract pricing will utilize fully burdened labor rates (FBLR) for direct production man-hours; G&A and profit are included in the FBLR and not separately charged. Invoicing must be submitted through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) per DFARS 252.232-7006. For performance in the USCENTCOM AOR, the contractor must maintain an acceptable Joint Contingency Contracting System (JCCS) vendor rating of "A" or "B" and remain registered and eligible for installation access throughout the contract period.
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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT
1.0 General Description
The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (hereinafter referred to as MSC) is responsible for maintaining commercial contracts to supplement the Navy's diving and underwater ship husbandry capability. The primary purpose of the Waterborne Hull Cleaning and Associated Work contract is to provide hull cleaning, hull inspection, and other related ship husbandry on the underwater portion of MSC Government Owned, Government Operated (GOGO) Vessels.
2.0 Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide waterborne hull cleaning and associated work on the underwater portion of ships and craft in accordance with the specifications set forth herein.
2.1 Geographical Areas
Zone A - ATLANTIC WATERS: The inland waters along the East Coast of the United States, the entire North and
South Atlantic, and Gulf of Mexico. Zone A is divided into the following geographic regions:
Region A - Virginia
Region B - North and South Carolina
Region C - Georgia and North East Coast of Florida (South to and including Daytona Beach, Florida)
Region D - South East Coast of Florida (South of Daytona Beach, Florida, including Key West, Florida)
Region E - Gulf of Mexico (Excluding Key West, Florida)
Region F - Maryland, District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York
Region G – Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine
Region H – Other areas not within Regions A through G (including but not limited to: Overseas Atlantic).
Zone B – PACIFIC WATERS: The inland waters along the West Coast of the United States and Hawaii, the entire North and South Pacific, and Indian Ocean. Zone B is divided into the following geographic regions:
Region A – Southern California (South of Oceanside, CA)
Region B – Northern California (North of and including Oceanside, CA)
Region C – Washington and Oregon
Region D – Hawaii
Region E – Japan
Region F – Singapore
Region G – Australia
Region H – Other areas not within Regions A through C (including, but not limited to: Guam, Mariana Islands; and
Diego Garcia)
Zone C – EUROPEAN, AFRICAN AND ARABIAN PENINSULA WATERS: This Zone shall be bounded from
30 degrees W longitude, east to 60 degrees E Longitude along the coastal waters of Europe, Africa, and the Arabian
Peninsula. Zone C is divided into the following geographic regions:
Region A – Arabian Gulf (Persian Gulf), and Arabian Sea
Region B – Mediterranean Sea Region C – Red Sea
Region D – West coast of Spain and throughout Gibraltar
2.2 Definitions
Mobilization and Demobilization: For the purposes of this contract, mobilization and demobilization will be defined as the movement of equipment and/or personnel, portal to portal, to an area outside the normal base of operations.
Normal Bases of Operation: The following are the designated normal bases of operation:
Zone A: Norfolk, Virginia
Zone B: San Diego, California
Zone C: N/A
Operation: It is the Government's intention to optimize all available assets to support a hull cleaning and/or associated work operation. An operation is defined as all work performed on a single hull, between the time the contractor sets equipment alongside the ship and removes all equipment. At a minimum, the contractor shall mobilize sufficient equipment to accomplish the full hull cleaning, interim cleaning, hydro blasting, inspections, documentation (photographic and video), and minor repairs (excluding non-destructive equipment) during a single operation.
Normal Work Week: For the purposes of this contract, a normal work week is defined as five consecutive work days; Monday through Friday for United States and for worldwide operations with the exception of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates for which the normal work week is defined as five consecutive work days; Sunday through Thursday.
Normal Work Day: For the purpose of this contract, a normal workday is defined as eight (8) hours per day and commences when the entire crew and equipment arrive at the port facility.
Federal Installations under this contract observe the following legal holidays:
New Year’s Day, 1 January
Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Third Monday in January
President’s Day, Third Monday in February Memorial Day, Last Monday in May
Juneteenth National Independence Day, 19th of June
Independence Day, 4th of July
Labor Day, First Monday in September
Columbus Day, Second Monday in October
Veterans Day, 11th of November
Thanksgiving Day, Fourth Thursday in November
Christmas Day, 25th of December
When one (1) of the above designated legal holidays falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a legal holiday. When a legal holiday falls on a Saturday, the proceeding Friday is observed as a legal holiday. In addition to the days designated as holidays, the Government observes the following days: Any other day designated by federal statute; any other day designated by Executive Order; and any other day designated by Presidential
Proclamation.
It is understood and agreed between the Government and the Contractor that observance of such days by
Government personnel and facilities shall not be a reason for an additional period of performance, or entitlement of compensation except as set forth within the contract.
NOTE: Individual orders may be more specific if work is allowable on Federal holidays.
Level I Inspection: Level I Inspections are non-invasive inspections of the entire hull and its appendages. Level I
Inspections are typically routine, scheduled inspections. These inspections may be performed for regularly scheduled maintenance assessments, post-deployment condition assessment, or damage assessment following a collision, grounding, or other suspected mishap.
Level 2 Inspection: Level 2 Inspections are system-specific, non-invasive inspections. Level 2 Inspections usually result from either a deficiency discovered during a Level I Inspection or from a problem reported by the ship.
Operational Time: For the purposes of this contract, operational time is defined as an interval of time (e.g., hour).
The number of personnel, crews, equipment, and types of task has no impact on the unit of operational time.
Ship Tag-Outs: The contractor shall notify the ship scheduled for the diving operation and any adjacent vessels of the work to be performed, locations where divers may be present and which systems must be secured for safe diving operations. The tag-out process should be initiated in advance of the full crew and equipment arriving to perform the requested work. The contractor shall prepare a Work Authorization Form (WAF) and tag-out list, and deliver to the ship’s Chief Engineer or Command Duty Officer. The ship will acknowledge receipt by signature, name, and rank/position and state (in writing) the anticipated time tag-out will be completed.
Crew Size:
(a) The contractor’s crew shall, at a minimum, be comprised of sufficient personnel to meet Federal, State, OSHA, and United States Coast Guard regulations in effect at the time of commencement of efforts under the contract.
(b) Work performed under this contract is typically carried out under the hull of a ship located pier side (single and double deck piers), breasted alongside another ship pier side or at anchorage. The hazard analysis/assessment of the dive(s) may dictate the use of more personnel even though not specifically required in these regulations.
These risks include, but are not limited to, restricted access to the surface, suctions, underwater debris, and the possibility of diver entanglement. Crew sizes shall be comprised of sufficient numbers to safely perform services under each task. Contractor crew size shall be adequate to support these required diving hours throughout the extent of the operational day.
Ship Class: All ships with a similar hull design; the hull type designator will be used to indicate the ship's class
(unit) in Tasks 01 and 02. When the design parameters change significantly, a separate class will be identified, and the same hull type designator will be used followed by the first hull number indicating the new class. All subsequent ships shall be charged to this class (unit). This list will be amended on a case-by-case basis to reflect new construction, decommissioned, and re-commissioned ships.
Underwater Coating Application: Hull coating repairs shall be defined as the surface preparation and application of coatings to include anti-corrosion coatings and dielectric shields. Unit area is a square foot. The typical surface preparation and application is approximately 130 square feet. These coating restorations are typically performed on, but not limited to, ships’ hull, rudders, struts, rope guards, fairwaters, and impressed current cathodic protection system.
Underwater Hull Survey: For the purpose of this contract, an underwater hull survey shall be defined as a quantitative inspection and digital record of the condition of a vessel’s underwater hull and appendages. The survey shall consist of a series of measurements of the hull plate thickness, hull coating thickness, and hull electro-potential. Data readings shall be evenly distributed across the surveyed surface and each reading shall be correlated to its relative hull position. The survey shall also include video of the surveyed surfaces and digital still images of all damage discovered.
Ship Debrief: Upon conclusion of the operation, the contractor shall brief the ship’s Chief Engineer or the
Command Duty Officer on the material condition observed and reported on each underwater system inspected, cleaned, or repaired.
2.3 References:
2.3.1 Naval Ships Technical Manual (NSTM) Chapter 081
2.3.2. Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM)
2.3.3 Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 16/Chapter 17/Chapter 28
2.3.4 MSC SMS for Cofferdam and Freeboard Requirements
3.0 Work Specifications
All diving shall be done in accordance with best commercial standards and practices. The contractor shall comply with applicable Country, Federal, State, OSHA, and United States Coast Guard regulations and stay abreast of any changes.
Tasks 01 through 10 shall be performed in accordance with the procedures for hull cleaning set forth in Naval
Ships’ Technical Manual, Chapter 081, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) S9086-CQ-STM-000/CH-081
(hereinafter referred to as NSTM-081) if applicable.
Cleaning equipment shall comply with NSTM-081 if applicable. The Qualified Products List (QPL) shall be used in accordance with NSTM-081 if applicable. Any deviations from the use of the equipment proposed by the contractor shall be approved by NAVSEA 00C prior to employment following the requirements of Section 5 of the NSTM-081 if applicable.
The contractor shall comply with the Best Management Practices set forth in the Underwater Ship Husbandry
Manual, Chapter 28 entitled “Pollution Prevention” (NAVSEA S0600-AA-PRO-280) if applicable.
The contractor shall comply with and document inspections as identified in the Underwater Ship Husbandry
Manual, Chapter 17 entitled “Inspections” (NAVSEA S0600-AA-PRO-170) if applicable.
The contractor shall be an ABS Recognized External Specialist for In-Water Surveys.
All divers performing a propeller/water jet cleaning must have completed the NAVSEA 00C on-line training.
Certificates of completion shall be tracked and recorded by the Contractor and provided to the Government upon request. For details on the Propeller Inspection and Cleaning Interactive Courseware (ICW) visit:
https://supsalv.navy.mil/00c5_ICW.asp?dest=00c5
Contractors shall perform Task 11-02 with NAVSEA/DCMA trained and certified personnel for propeller/water jet visual inspections if applicable. Reporting shall be presented in the appropriate NAVSEA inspection form
(i.e. Forms 9245/3 or 9247/1 as applicable). For details on becoming certified to perform Visual Technical
Inspections (VTI) on propellers see: https://www.dcma.mil/NPP/
Upon the conclusion of the operation, the contractor shall debrief the ship’s Chief Engineer, Command Duty
Officer or their representative on the material condition observed and report on each underwater system inspected, cleaned, or repaired.
Government Owned/Contractor Operated (GOCO) vessels must utilize the GOCO contracts administered by
N105 to complete all supportive services. Only under an approved case-by-case emergency situations where the services cannot be obtained via the N105 GOCO contracts, will services be executed under this contract.
The contractor shall perform the following:
Task 01- Full Hull Cleaning:
When the fouling meets NSTM-081 thresholds for cleaning, the contractor shall completely remove all marine fouling from the entire underwater hull; appendages including propeller(s) and dunce cap(s), shaft(s), associated strut(s) and bearing housing(s) and rotating coupling cover(s) and fairwater(s) and rope guard(s); rudder(s); bilge keels, all gratings, screens, and splitter bars on hull penetrations, appendages; and stabilization systems (e.g. fins, auxiliary propulsion units, secondary propulsion motors). The area along the ship waterline shall be cleaned to a height of 12 inches above the waterline; based on ships draft during the cleaning operation. At completion of the cleaning, the cleaned surface shall conform to NSTM Chapter 081. Extreme caution shall be exercised by the contractor to prevent damage to the coating and ship systems by any of its operations, procedures, or equipment.
In the event propeller damage (e.g. erosion) prohibits attaining a 'B' finish (as defined in NSTM chapter 081), the
Military Sealift Command Representative (Port Engineer) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) shall be contacted for guidance. MSC may, on a case basis, waive requirements for surface finish for damaged propellers.
The contractor shall inspect the condition of the underwater hull and ship systems both before and after the cleaning operation as follows:
(a) The contractor, for his own protection, shall inspect the hull and appendages to determine the condition prior to cleaning and document on the pre-cleaning biofouling inspection data form.
(b) In the event underwater inspection reveals only light fouling, or in the event underwater inspection reveals excessive calcareous fouling, paint deterioration, or other gross defects affecting the operational capabilities of the ship, e.g., propeller damage; the contractor shall inform the Military Sealift Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR and the Ship's Engineering Officer of the location, and request a decision to https://supsalv.navy.mil/00c5_ICW.asp?dest=00c5 https://www.dcma.mil/NPP/ proceed or cancel the cleaning operation.
(c) Immediately upon completion of cleaning, the contractor shall inspect the hull and appendages to determine the condition of accessible components. The contractor shall inspect, photograph, and document the general condition of each accessible component and any damage discovered shall be inspected and documented to the detail of a Level I inspection, as defined in the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 17, “Inspections”, (NAVSEA S0600-AA-PRO-170). The ship’s Chief Engineer, with advice from the Military
Sealift Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR, may request the contractor to perform a more detailed Level II inspection of the damage under Task 11.
(d) In either case, whether a cleaning was performed or canceled, these inspections shall be performed and recorded on the diver hull inspection data sheets.
Experience to date has shown that certain ship classes can be cleaned and inspected in less time than that indicated below, unless delayed by unforeseen circumstances.
(a) AK-5158, ATF, ARS, AGOS, AGM, AGS, HST, and all other ships not listed 2 workdays,
(b) AO, AOE, AOT, AS, AVB, AFSB, AH, AK, ASB, ESB, ESD, LCC, LPD, AKE, AKR 5 workdays
The contractor shall clean and inspect all ships within these time frames.
This task is normally performed in conjunction with an Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Drydocking Survey
(UWILD) with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), however, the UWILD inspection is not included in this fixed rate task and would fall under the hourly rate tasks when specifically called out in a TO.
The contractor shall follow cleaning guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2, Waterborne Underwater Hull
Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives
Task 02 - Interim Cleaning:
When the fouling meets NSTM-081 thresholds for cleaning, the contractor shall completely remove all marine fouling from running gear; propeller(s) and dunce cap(s), shaft(s), associated strut(s) and bearing housing(s), fairwaters and rope guards, rotating coupling cover(s); rudder(s), and stern flap. At completion of the cleaning, the cleaned surfaces shall conform to NSTM Chapter 081. Extreme caution shall be exercised by the contractor to prevent damage to the coating and ship systems by any of its operations, procedures, or equipment.
In the event propeller damage (e. g. erosion) prohibits attaining a 'B' finish (as defined in NSTM chapter 081), the
Military Sealift Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR shall be contacted for guidance. MSC may, on a case-by-case basis, waive requirements for surface finish for damaged propellers.
The contractor shall inspect the condition of the underwater hull and ship systems both before and after the cleaning operation as follows:
(a) The contractor, for his own protection, shall inspect the hull and appendages to determine the condition prior to cleaning and document on the pre-cleaning biofouling inspection data form.
(b) In the event underwater inspection reveals only light fouling, or in the event underwater inspection reveals excessive calcareous fouling, paint deterioration, or other gross defects affecting the operational capabilities of the ship, e.g., propeller damage, the contractor shall inform the Military Sealift Command
Representative or Port Engineer and COR and the Ship's Engineering Officer of the location, and request a decision to proceed or cancel the cleaning operation.
(c) Immediately upon completion of cleaning, the contractor shall inspect the running gear to determine the condition of the components. The contractor shall inspect, photograph, and document the general condition of each component of the running gear and any damage discovered shall be inspected and documented to the detail of aLevel I inspection, as defined in the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 17, “Inspections”, (NAVSEA S0600-AA-PRO-170).
(d) The contractor shall conduct a general inspection of the ship’s hull and appendages, document the general condition of each component, and any damage discovered shall be inspected and documented to the detail of a Level I inspection, as defined in the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 17, “Inspections”, (NAVSEA S0600-AA-PRO-170).
(e) In either case, whether a cleaning was performed or canceled, these inspections shall be performed and recorded on the diver hull inspection data sheets.
Experience to date has shown that Interim cleaning and inspection of certain ship classes can be accomplished in less time than that is indicated below, unless delayed by unforeseen circumstances.
(a) AK-5158, ATF, ARS, AGOS, AGM, AGS, AO, HST, AOE, AOT, AS, AVB, AFSB, AH, AK, ASB, ESB, ESD, LCC, LPD, AKE, AKR, and all other ships not listed 2 workdays
(b) EPF 5 workdays
The contractor shall clean and inspect all ships within these time frames. No premium time will be paid during this time unless work in excess of a normal workday is requested by the Military Sealift Command Representative or
Port Engineer and COR.
The contractor shall follow cleaning guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2, Waterborne Underwater Hull
Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port
Task 03 - RESERVED
Task 04 – RESERVED
Task 05 - RESERVED
Task 06 - Multi-Brush Unit and Crew:
Task 06 is considered a “partial cleaning” Task under which the contractor shall provide one multi-brush unit, associated equipment, and one crew to perform work as directed by the TO.
The contractor shall follow cleaning guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2, Waterborne Underwater Hull
Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port
Task 07 - Single Brush Units and Crew:
Task 07 is considered a “partial cleaning” task under which the contractor shall provide two single brush hydraulic units, associated equipment, and one crew to perform work as directed by the TO.
The contractor shall follow cleaning guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2, Waterborne Underwater Hull
Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port
Task 08 - High Pressure Water Jet System and Crew:
The contractor shall provide one high-pressure water jet system (working pressure of 10,000 PSI) and crew to perform operations that include, but are not limited to sea chest, and/or bow thrusters as directed by the TO.
The contractor shall follow cleaning guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2, Waterborne Underwater Hull
Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port
Task 09 – Low Pressure Water Jet System and Crew:
The contractor shall provide one low pressure (working pressure range from 1,000 to 5,000 PSI water jet system
(single-nozzle gun or lance)) and crew to perform operations that include, but are not limited to: cleaning shaft bearing staves, and foul release coating systems, as directed by the TO.
The contractor shall follow cleaning guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2, Waterborne Underwater
Hull Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives
Task 10 – Incidental repairs
Task 10-01 Minor Repairs
Minor repairs are considered to be repairs of short duration, for work such as, but not limited to, minor propeller repair, replacement of missing or damaged cover/access plates, rope guard repair, and impressed current cathodic protection system component replacements. The contractor shall provide a crew of divers and the associated equipment to perform the work required hereunder. Associated equipment is considered all the equipment and tools normally carried in a diving company's inventory, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
2.1 Underwater oxygen arc burning and welding rig with welding machine,
2.2 Utility air compressor, hydraulic power unit, and underwater pneumatic and hand tools such as grinders, impact wrenches, drills, wrenches, torque wrenches, drivers, etc.,
2.3 Standard rigging equipment (e.g. chain falls, slings, shackles),
2.4 Underwater color photography system (Digital Camera).
Each repair procedure shall include preparation of a Technical Work document, as specified in the Joint Fleet
Maintenance Manual (unless otherwise approved by the Hull Cleaning Representative) and shall be submitted to the
Military Sealift Command Representative or Port Engineer and the COR for approval prior to execution of the task.
The approved repair procedure shall be included in the final report.
Repairs shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives
Task 10-02 Controlled Work
Controlled work is considered more extensive tasking and includes plugging hull penetrations and the use of cofferdams. The contractor can expect to support such tasking for an extended duration, and coordinate with other repair contractors and facilities associated with this work. The contractor must be familiar with the Joint Fleet
Maintenance Manual (JFMM) and the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 16 concerning these tasks. The contractor will be required to prepare a written Process Control Procedure and Formal Work Package (PCP/FWP) for each task and submit this documentation for approval by the Technical Authority, MSC Engineering Directorate
(N7), via the Principal Port Engineer before any work begins. All FWP submissions must meet the design requirements outlined in Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 16 and MSC’s SMS Procedure for
Cofferdam and Freeboard Requirements. The contractor will also need to coordinate with the vessel’s master and crew in reviewing the ship’s CargoMax and Risk Assessment Programs for compliance. A final report of the completed Task will be prepared, including the (PCP/FWP), and submitted to the Principal Port Engineer.
Repairs shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives
All designed deliverables and their associated calculations including cofferdam(s), gasketing, positive securing device(s), fastener(s), rigging plan(s), internal sealing blank(s), and welding processes, are to be certified by a
Professional Engineer (PE). The Professional Engineer of Record must sign and seal each sheet of the deliverables. By signing and sealing the deliverables, The PE accepts the responsibility for the design and has the engineering expertise required to produce the deliverables.
Task 10-02.1 Cofferdam Ship Sets and Cofferdam Storage
Additionally, the Contractor shall design and fabricate cofferdams for use in ship set applications. Cofferdams designed for ship sets shall meet all requirements previously outlined in the PWS. All work packages, drawings and calculations shall be submitted for approval by the Technical Authority, MSC Engineering Directorate (N7).
MSC retains exclusive ownership of all technical data and cofferdams fabricated under this contract. All cofferdams shall be serialized for tracking purposes.
The Contractor shall provide a designated and secured area for the stowage of cofferdams when not in use. The stowage area shall:
- Provide storage capability for multiple sets of cofferdams (at least 500 sq. ft. of storage is required)
- Be located in a manner that minimizes the risk of damage from weather, UV exposure, traffic, or other potential hazards.
- Be clearly marked and identified.
- Provide adequate support to maintain the structural integrity of the cofferdams (such as preventing deformation or damage).
- Include measures to prevent the accumulation of water or debris within the cofferdams during stowage.
- Be accessible for inspection and maintenance.
The Contractor shall submit a cofferdam stowage and handling plan for Government review and approval prior to the commencement of cofferdam operations. This plan shall address the above requirements and include procedures for inspection, maintenance, and transportation of cofferdams. Contractor shall also provide serialization and inventory services for all MSC cofferdams.
The Contractor shall be responsible for all aspects of cofferdam transportation between the designated storage facility and the designated ship(s). The contractor shall be prepared to transport equipment worldwide in a short time duration.
Upon contract award, the Contractor shall receive MSC owned cofferdams, which shall be stored in accordance with previously established requirements. The Contractor is responsible for inspecting and certifying that these cofferdams are in a safe and operable condition within 10 business days of receiving equipment. Should any cofferdam be deemed unsatisfactory, the Contractor shall immediately notify the COR.
The Contractor shall maintain a comprehensive inventory of all cofferdams, including Government Furnished
Property (GFP) cofferdams owned by MSC (detailed in the provided GFP spreadsheet) and those fabricated under this contract.
This inventory, maintained in a spreadsheet format, shall include, at a minimum, the following information for each cofferdam:
Serial Number
Applicable Ship Class
Associated System
Dimensions/Size
Type
Current Location
This spreadsheet shall be updated monthly and made available to the COR upon request.
Task 11 - Inspection and Documentation:
Task 11 -01 Level II Inspection and Documentation
The contractor shall provide personnel and equipment to visually and quantitatively inspect, record, and document the condition of the ship systems(s) as directed by the TO and to the detail of a Level II inspection, as defined in the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 17, “Inspections”. Inspection shall include precise measurements, and color digital photography or color video. This Task shall fully depict the physical condition of the component(s) and document the extent of any damage to the component(s). Color digital photography shall be focused, adequately illuminated, color balanced, and be free of turbidity. Color video shall be focused, adequately illuminated, color balanced. Digital photographs shall be composed to depict clearly the material condition being reported. Video images shall clearly depict the location of the subject relative to known ship feature(s), as well as close ups of the significant features being reported. The video shall include an audio recording of the diver’s narration of the inspection to include description of the location, size, and extent of damage.
The contractor shall follow documentation guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2.2, Waterborne
Underwater Hull Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 11 -02 Visual Technical Inspection
The contractor shall provide equipment and qualified personnel to inspect and record the condition of propeller/water jets on ships and in accordance with NAVSEA’s propeller/propulsor Visual Technical
Inspection (VTI) requirements. Inspection divers and data recorders shall be certified to perform the applicable
VTI's.
The contractor shall follow documentation guidance as per NSTM chapter 081, Section 2.2, Waterborne
Underwater Hull Cleaning of Navy Ships. Cleaning shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 12 - Non-Destructive Examinations
The contractor shall provide personnel and equipment to conduct diver operated Non-Destructive Examination equipment (including Radiographic Testing (RT), Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Ultrasonic Thickness (UT), and Dry Film Thickness (DFT) of select areas of the ship hull, appendages or dome.
Survey plan, procedure, equipment, and personnel shall meet requirements of Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 17, “Inspections”. NDT shall comply with ASNT-TC-1A and/or NAVSEA Technical Publication T9074-
AS-GIB-010/271.
The contractor shall follow guidance for Non-Destructive Testing found in the US Navy Underwater Ship
Husbandry Manual, Chapter 7. Examinations shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 13 - Underwater Coating Applications:
The contractor shall provide one crew and associated diving equipment, surface preparation and application equipment and materials to conduct coating repairs. The contractor shall inspect and quantitatively (square feet) document the extent of coating degradation prior to and following repairs. The contractor shall utilize color photographs to document the extent of all damage discovered and subsequent repairs. Repairs shall be accomplished in accordance with the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 20, “Painting and Fairing
Compounds”, S0600-AA-PRO-200. COATING APPLICATIONS SHALL NOT BE ATTEMPTED WHEN
WATER TEMPERATURES ARE BELOW 50 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT.
Applications shall be well documented and completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 14 – Diver Tag-out Process:
The contractor shall provide one diver; without diving equipment, to support Ship System and Component
Tag-outs for Work Authorization Form (WAF) initiation with ship and tag-out Repair Activity (RA) witness prior to commencing with the diving operation. Deviations to the tag-out process are authorized only with the agreement from the ship’s Chief Engineer.
Tag Out compliance shall be completed to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 15 – Diver and Associated Equipment:
The contractor shall provide one diver and associated diving equipment to support the required diving hours for the duration of the Task. Diving shall be completed, and hours documented to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 16 – Tender and Associated Equipment:
The contractor shall provide one tender and associated equipment for the duration of the Task. The dive tender shall be provided, and hours documented to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or
Task 17 - Underwater Hull:
Task 17 -01 – Underwater Hull Survey:
The contractor shall provide personnel and equipment to conduct a hull survey to quantitatively inspect and record the material condition of the underwater hull. The underwater hull survey shall provide accurate and repeatable records of the structural material condition, coating condition, corrosion protection systems effectiveness, visual inspection, and measurement of discovered damage. This task shall be as follows:
(a) The contractor shall measure and record the hull plate thickness, hull coating thickness and hull electro-potential across the surveyed areas. Data measurements shall be evenly distributed across the surveyed surface and each reading shall be correlated to its relative hull position with an accuracy of no less than +/- 6-inches. A minimum of one measurement per square foot of wetted surface area surveyed shall be taken for the hull plate thickness data category. A minimum of one measurement per four square foot of wetted surface area surveyed shall be taken for the hull coating data category. A minimum of one measurement per four square feet of wetted surface area surveyed shall be taken for the hull electro-potential data category.
(b) The contractor shall visually record the surveyed surfaces utilizing color video system. The video shall be correlated to the relative hull positions.
(c) The contractor shall document all damage discovered utilizing a digital still imaging system. The images shall be correlated to the relative hull positions and provide a visual reference of measure.
(d) The results of the hull survey shall be provided as an electronic report:
a. All data collected shall be accessible both graphically and in tabular form.
b. The data shall be analyzed and compared to design specifications and to measurements collected during previous survey(s).
c. Graphical display shall be in 2 dimensional layout. The 2 dimensional graphics shall be displayed with corresponding ship shell plate features.
d. The graphical display shall depict the ship structure and include an integrated data management function which displays the overall hull condition of each of the measurement channels (hull plate, hull coating, hull electro-potential) and the location of any digital images collected. Additionally, the individual measurements and images shall be directly accessible from the interactive graphics display.
e. The report shall include, in graphic, tabular and narrative form, the findings and recommendations from the data analysis and clearly identify the extent; in percentage of the area(s) surveyed, of system degradation (hull plate, coating thickness, and hull electro-potential) exceeding the design values (e.g. 15 and 25%; as provided by MSC prior to commencing survey). Additionally, the color graphics shall depict with a color scale gradient changes from design values.
f. Interactive graphics of inspection results shall include color gradient (diminution) display of measurements with automatic links to associated digital images and measurement data at the corresponding coordinate.
The hull survey performed on an individual ship shall establish the parameters for the hull structure, record the material condition, and generate an electronic map of the respective hull plating arrangement.
Experience to date has proven that the hull surveys of certain ship classes can be accomplished in less time than that indicated below, unless delayed by unforeseen circumstances.
(a) AK-5158, ATF, ARS, AGOS, AGM, AGS, HST, 5 workdays,
(b) AS, AH, AK, ESB, ESD, LPD, and all other ships not listed 6 workdays
(c) AKE, AKR, AO, AOE, AOT, LCC, AFSB, AH 8 workdays
Each survey will require on-site equipment set-up and calibration, as well as possible modifications to that set-up and re-calibration during the course of the survey. This will be dependent on ship class, mooring requirements, and existing underwater acoustic conditions. Equipment set-up will include, but is not limited to, deployment and calibration of acoustic and manual positioning systems, assembly of pier-side handling equipment, and evaluating the impact of underwater acoustic characteristics of the surrounding environment.
The contractor shall conduct the hull survey within these time frames. When an operation requires a hull cleaning to facilitate the hull survey, these times will exclude the time required for cleaning unless additional equipment and/or personnel are provided.
The survey is to be completed and documented to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or their designated representatives.
Task 17 -02 - Equipment Setup:
Each survey will require on-site equipment set-up and calibration, as well as possible modifications to that set-up and re-calibration during the course of the survey. This will be dependent on ship class, mooring requirements and existing underwater acoustic conditions. Equipment set-up will include, but is not limited to, deployment and calibration of acoustic and manual positioning systems, assembly of pier-side handling equipment, and evaluating the impact of underwater acoustic characteristics of the surrounding environment.\
The contractor will set up all equipment to the satisfaction of the vessel’s port engineer, chief engineer, and/or
Task 18 - Premium Time:
Under certain circumstances of necessity, the contractor may be requested to perform work outside the normal workday or work week.
Task 18-01 – Hourly Rate Tasks:
Premium time will be paid in addition to the hourly rate for Tasks 06 through 12 when:
(a) Work is performed in excess of eight hours per day, during the normal work week, at the request of the
Military Sealift Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR;
(b) Work performed on days outside the normal workweek and on holidays at the request of the Military Sealift
Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR.
(c) It is expected that ships shall be completed within the time frames set forth in Tasks 01, 02, 13 and 17;
therefore, premium time will not be paid unless the contractor is specifically requested to work in excess of eight hours per day, during the normal workweek, by the Military Sealift Command Representative or Port
Engineer and COR.
Premium time will not be paid when the contractor elects to work beyond the normal workday or outside the normal workweek.
Task 19 - Delay/Standby:
The contractor may charge for Government-caused delays in hull cleaning and associated work, or in the event the contractor's equipment is delayed at the fault of Government transport. The security requirements for base access
(e.g., vehicle inspections); excluding time required for identification card/pass issuance, are considered delays.
Delays are associated with all operational Tasks (Tasks 01 through 17). The contractor shall record and report the duration and cause of each delay and the contract task(s) impacted.
Task 19-01 – Standby:
During the normal workweek, four (4) hours standby charges may be claimed by the contractor in the event that a scheduled ship hull cleaning and associated service is cancelled after the contractor's crew has arrived at the worksite and no substitution is made.
Standby charges resulting from Government caused delays or ship cancellation as specified above occurring during
Government requested work outside the normal workweek and holidays shall be considered as Premium Time and shall be charged under Task 18.
Task 20 – CONUS Mobilization and Demobilization:
Mobilization and Demobilization are the total costs incurred by the contractor to move the equipment to and from work locations (outside the normal base of operations) within the CONUS. The Task 20 unit price is the sum total of all costs incurred per mile to mobilize and demobilize equipment required to complete the assigned task. The costs for transportation, lodging, meals and incidental expenses for personnel will be in accordance with General
Service Administration (GSA), Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), etc rates. Any applicable costs eligible for billing under Task 20 shall be included in the TO quote. A table of distance will provided for CONUS areas.
The Contractor shall be capable of mobilizing all necessary personnel, equipment, and resources and arriving at the designated work location within ten (10) business days following official notification of task award.
The following areas are the normal base of operations and are not subject to mobilization/demobilization charges:
Zone A: Norfolk, Virginia Zone B: San Diego, California
This Task is not applicable for work performed in:
Zone A - Region H
Zone B – Region D through H
Zone C – Regions A through D
Overseas Travel:
All travel expenses will be firm fixed price at the task order level in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations.
The contractor may submit costs for expediting fees when personnel are required to obtain work Visa’s and permits when the lead time is 30 days or less for work to be performed in a remote overseas location requiring such documents.
OCONUS Mobilization and Demobilization
If the contractor is tasked to perform work requiring specialized equipment at locations that are outside the
United States or outside the normal bases of operation, this cost will be firm fixed price and determined fair and reasonable at the TO level.
4.0 Deliverables
4.1 SHIP MAINTENANCE (CDRL A006)
Inspection results shall be thoroughly reviewed for technical accuracy. Material conditions and proposed recommended solution reported to MSC N7. The 4790/2K’s are required when damage is initially discovered and reported. The 4790/2K must describe the present condition as well as indicate that the damage has increased.
4.2 INSPECTION/CLEANING DOCUMENTATION (CDRL A001 through A007)
The contractor shall submit all inspection reports, photographs and sketches used to document each Hull
Cleaning and Associated Task to MSC's Technical Library for future reference. The operations shall be documented on the standard diver hull inspection data sheet format contained in the Underwater Ship
Husbandry Manual. The contractor shall maintain the data for the length of this contract. The Government and its’ contractors may use this data for future analysis and trending. The raw data, figures, sketches and photographs shall be backed up and submitted to MSC's Technical Library no less than quarterly and to the
COR and the Chief Engineer upon task order completions.
4.3 FORMAL WORK PACKAGE (CDRL A008)
The contractor will be required to prepare a written Process Control Procedure and Formal
Work Package (PCP/FWP) for each service under Task 10-2 of the PWS and submit this documentation for approval by the Technical Authority, MSC Engineering Directorate
(N7), via the Principal Port Engineer before any work begins.
All FWP submissions must meet the design requirements outlined in Underwater Ship
Husbandry Manual, Chapter 16 and MSC’s SMS Procedure for Cofferdam and Freeboard
Requirements.
4.4 COFFERDAM TRACKING SPREADSHEET (CDRL A009)
The Contractor shall maintain a comprehensive inventory of all cofferdams, including GFP cofferdams owned by MSC (detailed in the provided GFP spreadsheet) and those fabricated under this contract. This inventory, maintained in a spreadsheet format, shall include, at a minimum, the following information for each cofferdam:
- Serial Number
- Applicable Ship Class
- Associated System
- Dimensions/Size
- Type
- Current Location
This spreadsheet shall be updated monthly and made available to the Contracting Officer
Representative (COR) upon request.
4.5 PERSONNEL RESUME(S) AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION (CDRL A010)
When requested, the Contractor is to submit the resumes of any key personnel along with any supporting documentation. The Contractor shall provide the resume(s) and supporting documentation within three (3) business days of the request. Resume(s) and supporting documentation shall be in either Microsoft Word or PDF version and shall be submitted electronically via email.
4.6 CERTIFICATION REGARDING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS COMPLIANCE PLAN (CDRL A011)
In accordance with FAR 52.222-50, the Contractor is required to submit a certification to the Contracting Officer annually after receiving an award that they have implemented a compliance plan regarding combating trafficking in persons.
5.0 General Requirements
5.1 Performance of Work on Nuclear Powered Support Vessels
The physical performance of work on nuclear powered support vessels under this contract shall be accomplished by contractor and subcontract personnel that are U.S. Citizens. Under no circumstances will foreign national be authorized to physically perform work on nuclear powered vessels and/or associated support craft under this contract. This shall apply to any person that dives on or under the vessel or requires access on board the vessel.
Work on nuclear powered vessels and support craft shall require personnel to be trained and comply with the applicable radiological controls manual (NAVSEA 389-0288 or NAVSEA S9213-33-MMA-000).
5.2 Foreign National Contractor Work Visa
The contractor shall obtain all the necessary Visa’s and permits required by the United States for any Foreign
Nationals that will be visiting the United States to perform work at any US Navy Installation under this contract.
5.3 Military Sealift Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR
The ship’s Port Engineer or his/her designative representative will be assigned as the hull cleaning representative unless otherwise identified by the Government for each operation. The responsibilities of the Military Sealift
Command Representative or Port Engineer and COR are defined in the Underwater Ship Husbandry Manual, Chapter 28 “Pollution Prevention”; Appendix A – Best Management Practices For Waterborne Underwater Hull
Cleaning”.
5.4 Environmental Stewardship
The contractor shall comply with the Best Management Practices set forth in the Underwater Ship Husbandry
Manual, Chapter 28 entitled “Pollution Prevention”, (NAVSEA S0600-AA-PRO-280). The contractor shall ensure all underwater hydraulic systems utilize an appropriate biodegradable fluid approved by NAVSEA. Additionally, the contractor shall comply with local Navy policies for the storage, transport, use, and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous waste while performing work on Navy property. Training record reports as well as monthly and annual usage, emission, and discharge reports shall be recorded and provided to MSC if requested.
5.5 Crane and Weight Handling Equipment
The contractor shall prepare and maintain a crane and weight management plan and shall comply with federal, state, and local requirements for the training, maintenance, inspection and operation of crane and weight handling equipment used at Naval Facilities. Federal Requirements include but are not limited to:
29 CFR Part 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards
29 CFR Part 1915, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment 29 CFR
Part 1917, Marine Terminals
29 CFR Part 1926, Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
NAVFAC P-307, Management of Weight Handling Equipment
Prior to entering a Naval Facility, the contractor shall:
• Comply with Paragraph 1.7.2 of NAVFAC P-307.
• Maintain written documentation of the last weight test of the crane/weight handling equipment on site;
• Perform daily pre-use inspections and testing; and
• Conduct a joint verification with the Government representative to ensure that a legible and indelible completed copy of Appendix P, Figure P-1 of NAVFAC P-307 is maintained on the crane/weight handling equipment.
The following certification and testing documentation shall be on site prior to entry and use on any Naval facility:
• Crane/load handling equipment certification,
• Load testing,
• Yearly, monthly, and daily inspection logs,
• Rope/sling certifications,
• Operator certifications/designations,
• Designation of person performing log inspections,
• Develop and maintain on site a critical lift plan in accordance with Paragraph 1.7.2 of NAVFAC P-
307.
In the event of a crane accident, the contractor shall:
• Report verbally each accident to MSC as soon as management becomes aware but not later than 4 hours of such an event;
• Conduct an accident investigation to establish root cause(s) of any accident.
• Provide a formal written report of the event to MSC within 48 hours of each accident,
5.6 Personnel Security Requirements
Work performed under this Contract will be at the CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION level. Work performed under this Contract may require a Confidential or higher clearance, however it is not known at this time.
At a minimum, all Nuclear Support Craft Detachment Personnel, Program Manager, and Contractor personnel handling classified information necessary to carry out their duties and responsibilities must have CONFIDENTIAL
(or higher) security clearances.
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