Attachment 4. Technical Capability Worksheet.pdf

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Attachment 4

Technical Capability Worksheet

Company Name of Offeror:

Offerors are required to complete all items on this document. For items requiring an Offeror’s response, a text field is provided below that item. For items not requiring a narrative response, there is a drop-down menu to acknowledge the necessary attachments/documentations were provided. Please be aware that Offeror’s responses are limited to the text field provided; however, the Offeror may utilize page 9 to expand on their responses to any of the items.

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Subfactor A: Equipment. Provide the Offeror’s vessel information and any supporting documentation for the below requirements:

1. Barge Requirement.

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Paragraph 2.2.1. Six (6) tank barges with the following capacities:

• Two (2) tank barges having a total capacity of not less than 10,000 barrels (and not more than 20,000 barrels) with inland water way capability,

• Three (3) tank barges, each having a total calibrated capacity of not less than 20,000 barrels (and not more than 30,000 barrels) with inland water way capability and

• One (1) tank barge having a total calibrated capacity of 50,000 barrels (and not more than 60,000 barrels) with ocean going capability.

Provide the names and capacities of the tank barges to be utilized.

Offeror’s Response:

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2. On-Call Tow Requirement.

PWS Paragraph 2.2.1.1. The Contractor shall provide for up to three (3) (one per capacity) additional tows when requested by the Government with a minimum of 15 calendar days’ notice.

Provide the names and capacities of the equipment to be provided when ordered.

Offeror’s Response:

3. Tug Requirement.

PWS Paragraph 2.2.3. Six (6) tugs with the following capabilities:

• Two (2) for the 10-20 Mbbl barge

• Three (3) for the 20-30 Mbbl barges

• One (1) for the 50-60 Mbbl barge

The tugs shall be suitable in design and power to properly and safely navigate all traffic areas designated within the PWS.

Provide the names and capacities of the tugs to be utilized.

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4. United States Coast Guard (USCG) approval to operate in required U.S. ocean, coastal, and inland waterways.

Provide as an attachment, a self-certifying letter confirming compliance with all USCG regulations and applicable licenses and insurances during the life of the contract as required per PWS Paragraph 2.2.2.

Please indicate the corresponding item number (i.e., 4) in the top right corner of the attachment(s).

Offeror’s Response:

5. Cargo Pumping System.

PWS Paragraph 2.2.2.1. A cargo pumping system with necessary hoses and connections capable of completely discharging and stripping the cargo tanks without outside power or assistance from the shore. With the exception of Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) Anacostia and DFSP Port Mahon, the contractor shall load/discharge at a minimum average rate of 2,000 barrels per hour (BPH) at a pressure of 100 pounds per square inch (PSI) from the barge manifold including quantities stripped from cargo tanks. DFSP Anacostia can only receive at a pumping rate of 1200-1500 BPH.

Describe the approach to meeting the cargo pumping system requirement.

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6. Cargo Tank Stripping System.

PWS Paragraph 2.2.2.2. An independent cargo tank stripping system capable of stripping all but a maximum of two barrels of product per cargo tank, not to exceed 10 barrels for the entire barge. The discharge rate during tank stripping operations may be less than the minimum rates stipulated in PWS Paragraph 2.2.2.1.

Describe the approach to meeting the cargo tank stripping requirement.

7. Water Stripping System.

PWS Paragraph 2.2.2.3. An independent water stripping system (free from use of barge pumps, lines, or hoses) capable of removing all water from each cargo compartment, separate from the cargo tank stripping system for removal of large amounts and/or residual water discovered on vessel(s), prior to load/discharge of cargo. All water and cargo tank stripping and discharge lines shall be fully visible from the deck. The water stripping system and associated holding tank(s) shall be locked out/tagged out and entries maintained in a log whenever loading, transporting or discharging cargo to ensure isolation. Anytime the water stripping system is unlocked the log should annotate who unlocked it and why with dates and times.

Describe the approach to meeting the water stripping system requirement.

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8. Calibration Charts.

PWS Paragraph 2.2.2.4.1. The Contractor shall provide copies of the calibration charts and trim correction tables to the Government representative at loading and discharge points and to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The Contractor shall provide the COR a list showing the maximum load capacity of each barge at safe draft, updated whenever equipment or regulation or traffic area depths change. The Contractor shall develop and maintain, for Government use or inspection upon request and make available on board hired equipment, a Vessel Experience Factor (VEF) comparing the history of shore quantity measurement figures against loading and discharging vessel quantity measurement figures. The VEF shall be used to investigate excessive Vessel/Shore quantity variance. Anytime the physical structure of a barge is changed, due to damage or equipment modification, the barge shall be strapped again, and a new set of gauging charts and trim correction tables provided at no cost to the Government.

Provide as an attachment, a sample of the calibration charts and trim correction tables.

Please indicate the corresponding item number (i.e., 8) in the top right corner of the attachment(s).

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9. Ownership or Control for the barge(s) and tug(s) to be utilized.

Provide as an attachment, the USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI), to verify ownership or control for the barge(s) to be utilized during the contract period of performance.

For the tugs, provide as an attachment, the USCG COI or other documentation of proof of ownership.

The USCG COI or other documentation of proof of ownership must have an expiration date after the date of solicitation issuance.

If the barges and tugs are owned by a subsidiary company, Offerors shall provide a signed letter stating the relationship between the subsidiary company and the Offeror to show proof of ownership or control of the barges and tugs being offered.

If the Offeror currently does not own or have control of the assets necessary to perform all requirements, provide supporting documentation to demonstrate the ability to obtain them for the duration of the contract period (commitment or explicit arrangement that will be in existence at the time of contract award, to rent, purchase, or otherwise acquire the needed facilities, equipment, or other resources) as required by PWS Paragraph 2.3. Please indicate the corresponding item number (i.e., 9) in the top right corner of the attachment(s).

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Subfactor B: Management of Operations. Describe Offeror’s planned approach to meeting and managing the following PWS requirements:

1. Company overview and current operations

Provide the company overview and description of current operations in the required places of performance or ability to operate in the required locations.

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2. Quality Control, Reporting, and Records

Provide as an attachment, a Quality Control Plan (QCP) that meets the following as outlined in PWS Paragraph 3.5.1.1.

The contractor shall establish and maintain a QCP to ensure quality service is provided throughout the terms of the contract. The contractor shall submit an acceptable QCP prior to the first shipment. The QCP shall be approved by the Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) prior to the first shipment and updated when deemed necessary by the contractor or the Government to include changes necessary to prevent the recurrence of quality problems. The contractor must sign and date the original QCP, as well as each subsequent revision. Revisions shall also be presented to the QAR for review and acceptance prior to implementation. The QCP should include as a minimum:

• How the contractor intends to meet the following performance objectives:

o Pre-Service Inspection per PWS Paragraph 2.4.1.

o Providing a USCG Endorsed Tankerman per PWS paragraph 2.6.

o Loading or Discharging Cargo per PWS Paragraph 3.1.1.

o Cleaning to Prevent Contamination or Degradation of Cargo per PWS Paragraph

3.2.4.1.

o Daily Equipment Position and Status Reports per PWS Paragraph 3.3.1.

o Readiness Notice per PWS Paragraph 3.3.2.

o Cargo Documentation per PWS Paragraph 3.3.3.

o Long Term Out-of-Service Notification per PWS Paragraph 3.10.4.

• How the contractor intends to provide cargo free of contamination or degradation

• Identify the areas the contractor sees as critical to the customers and how it will monitor quality performance in those areas, and

• How the contractor will maintain or exceed customer expectations, including identification and correction of problems.

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3. Substitute Equipment.

PWS Paragraph 3.10.5. When contractor owned equipment is Out-of-Service Long-Term, the contractor shall substitute owned or leased equipment. The COR must approve, in advance, the substitution of equipment, provided the substitute equipment is equivalent to the contractor's original (permanent) equipment (i.e., meets the specifications and requirements in Section 2, Contractor Furnished Equipment and Crew). The Government reserves the right to inspect the substitute equipment prior to placement into service. The contractor must prepare the substitute equipment for inspection as stipulated in paragraph 2.4.1, Pre-Service Inspection, when so required. The substitute equipment provided by the Contractor shall be at no additional cost to the Government. Barge equipment substituted for the convenience of the contractor is not entitled to cleaning expenses as a result of the substitution. The contractor shall include in the request for substitute approval the estimated fuel burn and transit times of the substitute equipment.

Describe the approach to meeting the substitute equipment requirement.

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This page is provided for the Offeror to expand on their responses to any of the above items. For each response, please identify the item number from above associated with the response. If the Offeror chooses not to expand on any of the items, please indicate on this page “This page intentionally left blank.”

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Subfactor C: Contractor Confirmation Checklist

This checklist is provided for the Offeror to confirm they meet the sealift transportation services requirement in support of Scheduled Fuel Barge Transportation Service in Atlantic Region. Please respond to each question by marking either “Yes” or “No” indicating if the Offeror can comply with these requirements.

Yes No

1.

Contractor will own or have under long-term lease (for the duration of the contract period to include the base year and all option years) the equipment performing the transportation service.

2.

Contractor supplied equipment and crews in support of this service will be available to the Government at all times, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, for transporting cargo to and between the points stipulated.

3.

Contractor will maintain, clean (including slop tanks), repair, position, and operate its equipment to ensure its performance under the contract, including providing fuel to operate the tug and barge pump engines.

4. Contractor will provide a USCG endorsed tankerman at all loading and discharge points.

5.

Contractor will obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card for access to all ports under this contract, where required.

6.

Barge tanks offered are constructed of stainless steel or carbon steel that has been epoxy coated with a non-coal tar based grade of epoxy, or uncoated mild steel.

7. Steel valves are an integral part of all barges used.

8. All barges are equipped with spill rails.

9.

When required, the contractor will provide up to 200 feet of sectional fuel delivery hose (ship or dock hose) and compatible coupling attachments (flanges, valves) necessary for over-the-water fuel loading to ships and other marine vessels.

10.

Barge Lightering Operation. Equipment is capable of transferring between barges at a suitable and secure berth. Contractor will perform all sampling, retain sampling, inspecting, and gauging during lightering operations.

11.

Contractor will establish and maintain an effective and comprehensive safety program that complies with the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.

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This checklist is provided for the Offeror to confirm they meet the sealift transportation services requirement in support of Scheduled Fuel Barge Transportation Service in Atlantic Region. Please respond to each question by marking either “Yes” or “No” indicating if the Offeror can comply with these requirements.

Yes No

12.

Contractor shall maintain and operate all equipment in accordance with applicable USCG, federal and state laws, and military regulations, including applicable regulations of the Commander, Defense Logistics Agency Energy (DLA-Energy), and shall also be in compliance with all of DLA’s fuel supply terminal requirements for barge tows.

13.

With the exception of shipments to/from Guantanamo, Cuba, Contractor shall comply with the provisions of the Jones Act. When transiting Guantanamo, Cuba, adherence to The Cargo Preference Acts of 1904 and 1954 and utilization of U.S. Flag vessels is required.

14.

Contractor shall comply with DoD 4500.9-R, Defense Traffic Regulation (DTR) Part II, 29 February 2024.

15.

Contractor will acquire, maintain, and require the use of safety equipment, personal protective equipment, and devices necessary to protect employees.

16.

Contractor assumes full liability for, and agrees to reimburse the Government for the actual loss or contamination to the cargo it receives for transportation, except when loss and/or damage arises out of causes beyond the control of and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor such as Acts of God or force majeure.

17.

Contractor will obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card for access to DFSP Craney Island and all other ports were required.

18. Contractor will meet the lead time requirement of 90 calendar days.

19. Contractor shall deliver reports and data as set forth in the deliverable schedule table.

20.

Contractor shall purchase and maintain cargo insurance at its own expense, as required by law, and in an amount at least equal to the value of the cargo transported.