Attachment A_PWS.pdf

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I. Introduction:

The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) is a wholly owned U.S. Government corporation within the U.S. Department of Transportation which owns and operates that portion of the St.

Lawrence Seaway in U.S. territorial waters between Lake Ontario and Montreal, Quebec. GLS’s mission is to facilitate the safe and efficient passage of commercial vessels through the Seaway. A major part of this function is the operation and maintenance of the Eisenhower and Snell Locks.

To limit the impact of lock downtime in the event of a major incident involving severe damage to a lock miter gate, GLS has in place a spare gate facility and a floating derrick barge, “GRASSE RIVER” (Gatelifter), located at the GLS Snug Harbor facility in Massena, New York.

II. Background:

The Gatelifter is a purpose built 300-ton capacity A-frame type derrick mounted on a steel barge. The derrick barge has the capacity to lift the largest lock miter gate leaf if it becomes necessary to remove a damaged one and replace it with a spare.

The salient particulars are as follows:

Name “GRASSE RIVER”

Previous Name “GEORGE A. DONDERO”

Builder The American Shipbuilding Company; Cleveland, Ohio

Build Date 1958 (circa)

Hull Nos. SLSDC B-925; USACE 322

Type / Capacity Gatelifter 300 Ton Capacity – Derrick Barge

Length (molded) 150 ft.

Beam (molded) 65 ft.

Depth (molded) 12 ft. 02 in.

Spuds 2 x 60 ft. (midships)

GLS is seeking a company to perform the development of designs and specifications (design) for the life extension of the Gatelifter. The design will be utilized by GLS for a solicitation for future work to be completed by a shipyard contractor.

The barge was constructed in the late 1950s and has undergone various shipyard periods for maintenance, repair, and upgrade. The successful offeror will be provided copies of recent inspections and drydocking reports upon award.

In 2023 a consultant completed a limited assessment of the condition of the Gatelifter while it was located at the Snug Harbor facility in Massena, NY.

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III. SCOPE OF WORK

The awarded Marine Engineering/Naval Architecture Firm shall be required to complete the scope of work herein upon award.

I. Scope of Work and Design Scope for Shipyard Period:

The awarded contractor shall perform a comprehensive assessment of the vessel. This assessment shall be conducted while the vessel is floating in the water. Once the assessment is completed the contractor will prepare designs, specifications, drawings, schedule, and a comprehensive cost estimate for making improvements to the Gatelifter.

To accomplish this scope, the contractor will be required to:

Assessment

The contractor shall review all available documentation for the Gatelifter.

The contractor shall perform a vessel inspection to confirm the current condition of coating systems, hull pitting and establish a baseline for feasibility of both cost and condition of the vessel for a life extension project. The contractor shall examine all barge internal compartments’ ballast and void tanks, derrick boom, A-frame and foundations using non-destructive testing techniques and provide GLS a comprehensive report of the status of condition and recommendations for any repairs or replacement.

The contractor shall conduct an examination of all Derrick lifting wire ropes (Main and Auxiliary), spud lifting wire ropes, vang wire ropes and anchoring fittings via non-destructive testing techniques.

The contractor shall conduct an audio gauging survey to determine hull thickness in accordance with ABS Class Rules Part 7.2.2 (or 3) Vessels in Great Lakes Service (or Rivers and Intercoastal Waterway) for a vessel with over 20 years of service.

The contractor shall provide a detailed report of the paint coatings via visual and/or NDT techniques of both the internal and external surfaces of the vessel.

The contractor shall provide a detailed report of the examination of all electrical distribution, cabling, cable management routing, motor control cabinets, motors, switches, receptacles and fixtures for refurbishment or replacement.

The contractor shall provide a detailed report of the examination of the condition and feasibility of continued use of the derrick lifting structure, boom, sheaves/block units, fittings, foundations, winch equipment, and controls both internally and externally of the vessel.

The contractor shall provide a detailed report of the examination of condition and feasibility of continued use or replacement/removal or upgrade of the water-tight doors, hatches, manways, windows, ventilation louvers, ventilation openings, portlights and compartment separation to current down flooding requirements.

The contractor shall provide a detailed report of the examination of all deck equipment and towing and mooring fittings current condition and analysis of the replacement of, reconditioning of said equipment or installation of additional equipment to meet the current needs of GLS and the current vessel compatibility to the barge for pushing, towing, mooring, and anchoring of the vessel with current facility (docks, locks, and vessels).

The contractor shall provide a detailed report listing all asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials internally and externally onboard the vessel.

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Preliminary Design

The contractor shall prepare a draft report providing options based on conceptual designs for accomplishing items below with preliminary cost estimates for all options. Conceptual designs and cost estimates shall be in sufficient detail for GLS to select any options for the final design, build specification documents. Conceptual design drawings and cost estimates shall be prepared and presented to GLS at the end of the preliminary design assessment. After completion of the preliminary design, GLS will assess the information and costs provided and decide whether to proceed with the final design.

Final Design

If directed by GLS to proceed with the final design after review of the preliminary design the contractor shall prepare final design drawings, build specifications, and cost estimates in sufficient detail such that contractors can bid and complete the refit work without the need for contract modifications due to deficiencies related to the contractor’s design. Specifications shall include Technical Provisions and drawings which shall be prepared in AutoCAD and transmitted for review in .PDF format to GLS.

Specifications and drawings shall be provided on electronic media and sharable via a hosted share drive system. This shall also include creating an updated docking plan drawing to assist with dry docking of the Gatelifter at a shipyard. The final design shall include a list, with pricing, of any spare parts required for general maintenance and/or emergency repairs that GLS can reference. This list should include any serviceable item that has a defined life span or reasonable cost to have on-hand as a spare. Final cost estimates shall be in sufficient detail such that they include a detailed estimate of labor, materials, and time and can be used to evaluate the acceptability of the bids received for shipyard work. The final design shall be completed with the goal of extending the service life of the vessel as follows:

o Hull and Derrick Structure – 15-20 years o Machinery – 10-15 years o Derrick Machinery – 10 years

Items that shall be addressed by the contractor in the design for the shipyard scope include, but are not limited to, as follows:

1. General:

a. The design shall include the development of a user manual with operating instructions in conjunction with GLS personnel, new Load Chart and tank sounding tables, and recommended maintenance schedule for all equipment to help with implementing a PMS – planned maintenance software program currently used by GLS.

b. The design shall include development of a Fire Safety Plan to be posted on board in framed locations on each deck as per specification and a laminated copy available at the main deck entrances for emergency first responder use located in a red waterproof storage tube with appropriate signage.

c. The design shall incorporate the tracking of aggregate weight changes for modifications and upgrades in the appendix for Stability Calculation Booklet and consider the effects of changes made to compartment arrangements, equipment changes, and addition or subtraction of steel work from original design.

d. The design shall include development and integration of a lift management program to provide dynamic ballast, load, lift and weather information available in real time to the control house operators station via an interactive display.

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2. Hull, House, and Derrick Structure, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include engineering analysis to establish criteria for limits of hull thickness diminution standards.

b. The design shall include the service, or replacement with new for all hull fittings, sea chests, ballast control valves and overboard discharge valves. Replacement fittings must be able to be easily maintained with available off the shelf spare parts and domestic maintenance and repair providers.

c. The design shall estimate steel renewals for wasted areas identified.

d. The design shall include an embarkation plan and system to safely move personnel from GLS tugs in the pushing configuration.

e. The design shall include a pushing knee system for the aft deck that can be utilized by existing GLS tug to safely push the barge and transfer forces safely into the structure without causing damage to either vessel.

f. The design shall include additional tug to barge manual/electric pushing winches and fairleads added to the stern to help with securing a tug to the barge to allow for safe maneuvering of both vessels as a cohesive unit.

3. Superstructure design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall establish requirements for the construction of any new or replacement joiner material and insulation material to be used to establish structural fire boundaries.

b. The design shall include the replacement of the existing 32” two-tiered safety handrail system for the upper deck with approximately 250 linear feet of a 42” tall, three-tier steel handrail system with 4-inch tall toe board.

c. The design shall include the addition of approximately 400 linear feet of a 42” tall three-tier -aluminum removable handrail system with 4” tall toe board around the perimeter of the main working deck. This handrail shall be manufactured in manageable section lengths, be secured to the deck in raised sockets that have a minimum of two (2) tethered stainless steel detent locking pins for each leg. Sections of handrail shall not interfere with mooring bits, cleats, spud wells or any other appendage. A storage rack mounted off the side of the deckhouse or bolted to the deck, shall be constructed for each side of the vessel to store a minimum of 10 sections of removed handrail for instances of towing, pushing, mooring or maintenance.

d. The design shall include the replacement of the six-dog watertight doors in use below deck with equivalent units using a “trick-wheel” or “lever type” actuation.

e. The design shall include either the replacement or rehabilitation of the watertight deck hatch accesses to the forward holds.

f. The design shall include the replacement or rehabilitation of all watertight and weathertight doors, compartment access manways, raised and flush manholes, bolted and/or quick acting hatches and all windows.

g. The design shall include either the replacement or rehabilitation of all ladders and stairways to meet current regulations for safety and fabrication.

4. Electrical system analysis and design, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include a preliminary electrical equipment power and short circuit analysis based off a preliminary electrical one-line diagram to include all major derrick control and lifting devices, deck machinery, ballast control and operations equipment, fire and bilge pumps, fuel transfer pumps, HVAC, lighting fixtures and power receptacles, and any other subsystem electrical components required to keep the vessel operational. This includes the existing equipment onboard currently that may be reused and any replacement or new equipment.

b. The design shall include a detailed electrical load analysis (Both AC and DC) for the following seasonal

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i. Summer day.

ii. Winter night.

iii. Summer day w/ derrick operations.

iv. Winter night w/ derrick operations.

v. Shore Power (Home Port) winter night (480-volt, 200 amp, 3 phase AC).

vi. Shore Power (Away Port) winter night (208-volt, 100 amp, 3 phase AC).

vii. Emergency conditions.

c. The design shall include, from the conclusions of the assessment of an electrical one-line diagram and equipment power analysis reports, a generator and power distribution sizing determination for the following conditions:

i. Primary power: 60 Hz, 480 volts, 3 phase, 3 wire ungrounded AC.

ii. Secondary power: 60 Hz, 208/120 volts, 3 phase, 4 wire Neutral Grounded.

iii. DC emergency power system: 24 volts, 2 wire, ungrounded.

d. The design shall include an electrical generation and distribution equipment specification document for the following requirements:

i. The vessels main source of power will be from two identical generators. Rate each generator to supply normal vessel loads with the second acting in standby. Power size to be determined at this time and again confirmed after final load analysis is completed following final selection of equipment.

ii. Provide an emergency source of DC power in accordance with applicable regulations.

iii. Provide facilities to connect a shore-based power system to the ships electrical system with seamless power transfer without blackout. Shore facility sizing as follows:

1. Primary shore power: 480 volt, 3 phase, 60 Hz, 200 amp, 3 + ground wiring.

2. Secondary shore power: 208/120 volt, 3 phase, 60 Hz, 100 amp, 4 + ground wiring.

3. Third shore power: 480 volt, 3 phase, 60 Hz, 60 amp, 3 + ground wiring.

e. The design shall include the upgrade or replacement of the derrick control system to include:

i. Replacement of solid-state motor control systems for the winches and lifting gear.

ii. Replacement of the main control console with modern derrick control interactive equipment and informational readouts.

iii. Replacement of all electrical distribution, control, and communications cabling to and from the derrick operators control station and equipment.

f. The design shall include a plan for all internal, external, and navigational lighting to be replaced with

LED commercial marine lighting fixtures as listed below with new power distribution wiring and control.

i. Replacement of all internal lighting to LED overhead, pendent or bulkhead mounted marine rated lighting fixtures.

ii. Provide a replacement plan for all exterior lighting or area lighting to LED overhead or bulkhead mounted marine rated lighting fixtures.

iii. Provide a replacement plan of all external fixed position flood light fixtures to LED with a new quantity and layout plan developed.

iv. Provide a replacement plan for two (2) manually or remote-controlled LED or Xenon 1000 Watt or equivalent search lights on top of control house.

v. Provide a replacement plan of all internal emergency lighting fixtures and exit light fixtures to LED powered from an Emergency DC power distribution bank.

vi. Provide a replacement plan for a full set of 24-volt dual lens LED type navigational lighting with a monitored switch/alarm panel located in the control house.

1. Meet all USCG requirements for unmanned barges >50 meters in length.

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2. Configured for pushing or towing and include all required navigational lights for configuration in both directions.

3. Include the following lights:

a. 60FPM (Flashes Per Minute) Yellow flashing bow (pushing)– single head, non-monitored, 2-mile visibility.

b. Port - both directions (towing and pushing), double head, single input, monitored, 3-mile visibility.

c. Starboard – both directions (towing and pushing), double head, single input, monitored, 3-mile visibility.

d. Stern (towing) – single head, single input, monitored, 3-mile visibility.

e. Forward and aft anchor light – single head, single input, monitored, 3-mile visibility.

f. Corner marking lights – Required if determined by 33 CFR Part 84.

4. Masthead – Required if determined by 33 CFR Part 84.

5. Domestic services design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include a plan for domestic services to include.

i. Domestic hot water on-demand unit located at head and sink for washing hands with potable water.

ii. HVAC upgrades for electric heat and ventilation of general machinery and control spaces.

6. Ship service design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall analyze existing ship service systems and establish requirements for the installation of, or improvements needed for, the following:

i. Generator room air intake and exhaust including the air plenum delivery system and any associated variable speed fans and auto open-close louvers and fire dampers.

ii. An air exchange HVAC system for the pump room, ballast system control spaces, winch room and control house.

iii. Fuel storage, pumping and piping system which shall consider the manufacturer recommendations of the generator supplier and the required fuel supply and return design.

This also includes:

1. Fuel pump and manifold system.

2. Fuel level indication to include:

a. Visual magnetic level flip gauge style indicators approved for marine use for diesel fuel.

b. Sounding pipe system.

c. Fuel level indication shall be tied in with ballast monitoring system and/or cargo management program of fluids onboard.

iv. Ballast transfer system which shall require:

1. The need for a third-party service and calibration of the existing ballast control system and all level indicators and control system.

2. The need for a third-party service and calibration of all ballast control valves and associated system parts.

3. The replacement of all originally fitted expansion joints and connections in the ballast system.

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7. Vessel safety and lifesaving systems as follows:

a. The design shall analyze existing safety and lifesaving systems and establish requirements for the installation of improvements needed for, the following:

i. Generator room fixed fire suppression system and any other space required by regulations to be covered.

ii. Fire and smoke detection system throughout the vessel. The system shall include:

1. Appropriate quantity and positioned sensor detectors, sound claxons and light strobes located throughout the vessel with the master annunciator/control panel located in the control house of the vessel. Detector locations shall be marked on safety plans.

iii. Firefighting systems which shall include:

1. An appropriately sized fire pump and piping system. The fire pump should have a dedicated sea chest, suction strainer, vent and electrically/manual operated sea chest valve that automatically opens when fire pump is powered on.

2. Layout and classification of appropriate type and quantity of Class 1-4 portable and semiportable fire extinguishers with locations marked on safety plans and:

a. All externally located fire extinguisher stations should have a fiberglass enclosure and have a suppression agent that will not freeze.

b. All internally locate fire extinguishers, located in areas of persistent dust, dirt or spray should be fitted with a protective cover or enclosure.

3. External firefighting piping shall be heat traced and insulated or fitted with an internal shutoff during winter months and fitted with drains at the lowest point to an overboard or other means as designed and allowed by regulation not to collect in the bilges.

4. International hose connections and shutoffs on both sides of the vessel to allow for a shore side fire main to be hooked up either side of the vessel while it is moored to the dock.

5. Fire stations properly located throughout vessel both internally and externally as required by regulations and with locations marked on safety plans. All fire stations shall have:

a. Stainless steel hose racks sized to appropriately store required hose size and length.

b. Appropriate marine standard fire hose nozzle.

c. Spanner wrench for tightening of hose fitting to supply valve.

d. Supply valve with red handle.

e. Placard or label to indicate number of fire station and any other required details as per regulations.

f. Internal fire stations should have protective canvas quick removal covers for hose racks to protect hose from dirt and direct sunlight.

g. External fire stations shall have fiberglass enclosed hose cabinets.

h. All fire hose and station fitting shall be thread type NH/NST and fitting size of 1-1/2 inch.

i. Provide in plan for four (4) – 1” x 50’ in length, non-collapsible rubber hoses with 1” NH threads, four (4) 1-1/2” x 1” NH aluminum hose adapters to fit fire stations, and four (4) aluminum 1” NH constant flow fire nozzles to allow for vessel washdowns thus preventing unnecessary damage to canvas fire hoses.

j. Provide in plan for two (2) additional 50’ sections of 1-1/2” NH fire hose as

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iv. Bilge suction system which shall include:

1. An appropriately sized bilge suction piping and manifold system to dewater all rooms, holds or void spaces below deck at any given time from the generator room.

2. An appropriately sized bilge pump to be located below deck in the pump room and can be cross connected with the fire pump if deemed necessary for redundancy of the system.

3. Bilge manifold control (open/close) must be able to be accomplished either below deck in the pump room or from the generator or winch room via deck head valve reach rods.

4. All bilge spaces shall have rose box suction screens and bilge level monitor float switches at each suction point. The bilge high level detection system shall have a master indicating box with audible and visual alarm indication in the control house and a slave indicator in the bilge pump and manifold operating location. All float switches will have testing switch actuation capability from the deck plate.

v. Any other lifesaving systems and equipment that maybe required by regulations and GLS requirements to include:

1. First aid stations – location and required supplies.

a. Normal first aid supplies and trauma kit.

b. Blood-born pathogen kit.

c. CPR supplies.

2. AED.

3. Emergency shower and eye wash station.

4. EEBD’s.

vi. Safety labeling for all safety systems and egress to IMO safety standards. All labeling should match safety plans.

8. Deck machinery and fittings design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include the servicing of the mooring winches, fleeting sheaves and mooring fairleads which shall include equipment tear down, inspection, repairs, updating of coatings, and reassembly.

b. The design shall specify the requirements for the replacement of the two spud wire control ropes and indicate appropriate size and type in the design and any other associated machinery or fittings that may require replacement or rehabilitation.

c. The design shall establish requirements for the static load testing of all hull fittings, tow fittings, and push fittings.

d. The design shall establish requirements for the installation of any new fittings based on an engineering analysis and/or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to determine the proper size and capacity of deck fittings and barge structure foundation are appropriate for:

i. The mooring of the derrick barge to shore facilities.

ii. The vessels that GLS currently owns to make certain towing and pushing fittings are adequate for the loads capable by GLS vessels.

9. Communications and navigation systems design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include a Public Address/Talk-Back/General Alarm System for communication and safety as per standards.

b. The design shall include required electronic navigational aids to meet current standards and GLS requirements with a plan to include but not limited to:

i. Three (3) VHF radios, one (1) being DSC capable.

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ii. Weather station.

iii. Hailer.

iv. Air horn and/or signaling whistle.

10. Lifting and Rigging design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include the inspection and overhaul of the derrick’s winches and drive system including the replacement of the asbestos brake pads, clutch pads, gear and hydraulic oil, and seals and fittings.

b. The design shall include a rope house upgrade to include lockable access to prevent unapproved access during derrick machinery operation. suitable service height, proper lighting and ventilation, and method for safe handling of covers for inspections.

c. The design shall include an engineering analysis and plan for the replacement or overhaul of the solid-state lifting control systems and motor controllers onboard.

11. Demolition and Abatement design and plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include the development of a comprehensive abatement plan to remove from the vessel all lead (coatings or other), asbestos (insulation, coatings, electrical components, joiner, clutches and/or brake shoes or other), any other hazardous materials specifically: heavy metals (mercury, cadmium, zinc), mineral oils, Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and Organotin-Tributyltin (TBT) found in anti-fouling paint or any other commonly found hazardous materials found on a vessel of this age.

b. The design shall include a plan for the abatement, disposal, and replacement of approximately 10 tons of joiner panel, flooring materials, windows, weather tight doors, and other debris containing Asbestos materials, and over 5000 linear feet of the Derrick’s power and control cabling.

c. The design shall include a plan for the abatement, removal, and replacement of two (2) each independent insulated cylindrical fuel tanks located below deck in Storage Void #5.

Abatement includes the disposal of an estimated ½ ton of insulation debris that contains some asbestos material.

12. Hull, Equipment, and Superstructure Coatings Renewal Plan, but not limited to as follows:

a. The design shall include development of paint specifications with a marine coating company.

IV. KEY PERSONNEL

The contractor shall provide key personnel positions to support the execution of this contract.

The following qualifications and experience are required for each key personnel position:

a. Project Manager

Minimum 15 years relevant experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering field

Demonstrated Experience in Managing Engineering and Design Projects in the Marine

Field

b. Naval Architect

Minimum 10 years relevant experience

PE Registration in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering or similar field

Demonstrated Experience in Naval Architecture

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c. Marine Engineer

Minimum 10 years relevant experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Field

Demonstrated Experience in Marine Engineering

d. Marine Expert

Minimum 15 years relevant experience

Formal Training in Field Related to Inspection of Marine Vessels

Demonstrated Experience in Marine Industry

e. Structural Engineer

Minimum 10 years relevant experience

PE Registration in Structural Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Field

Demonstrated Experience with Structural Design in the Marine Industry

Should it become necessary to change any key personnel during the course of this contract, promptly notify the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), in writing, of the proposed personnel change, providing detailed justification for the change. The proposed replacement personnel’s qualifications will be evaluated and determined if they meet the requirements set forth in this Performance Work Statement. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor, in writing, of the approval or denial of the proposed key personnel replacement.

The Contractor shall not make any key personnel changes without prior written approval from the Contracting Officer. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in contract termination or other appropriate actions.

V. KICK-OFF MEETING

The Contractor shall attend a kick-off meeting to initiate the contract and establish a shared understanding of project objectives, requirements and expectations. The kick-off meeting serves as an important platform for effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders. The kick-off meeting shall be within 5 days of contract award or as directed by the Contracting Officer (CO). The following individuals shall attend the kick-off meeting:

A. Contractor Representatives B. Government Representatives Key Personnel Contracting Officer’s Representative

Contracting Officer

The Contractor shall document the proceedings of the kick-off meeting, including action items, decisions, and any key points discussed, and provide meetings minutes to all attendees for review and recordkeeping purposes.

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PART 3 – PROJECT SCHEDULE / DELIVERABLES

I. Schedule:

The following is the required project schedule:

Schedule / Deliverable Due Date / Frequency Site Visit September 03, 2024, at 10:00AM EST

Kick-off Meeting Within 5 days of award Vessel Assessment 45 days after award Provide Report from Vessel Assessment 45 days after assessment is completed Marine Architect to Provide Draft Report with Preliminary Design and Cost Estimate

180 days after report from vessel assessment

Government to Provide Comments and Select Options

60 days after receiving preliminary design and cost estimates

Marine Architect to Provide Draft Final Designs, Specifications, Drawings, and Cost Estimates for Selected Options

60 days after receiving comments on preliminary design and cost estimates (if the Government proceeds with final design)

Government to Review and Provide Comments

21 days after receiving draft final designs, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates for selected options

Marine Architect to Provide Final Designs, Specifications, Drawings, and Cost Estimates for Selected Options

30 days after receiving comments from the Government.