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This Statement of Work (SOW) details Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC's (LLNS) requirements for short-term rental of commercial ships with marine crane capabilities to support Pacific and Atlantic operations. The document specifies detailed vessel requirements including a U.S.-flagged, ABS-classified commercial ship between 200-350 feet long, with a marine crane lifting capacity of 3 tons at Sea State 4, minimum 2,500 sq ft deck space, ability to install a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), and accommodations for vessel crew and four LLNS personnel.

Rental terms will range from 1-6 months, comprising mobilization (two weeks port laytime for equipment setup), operational time at sea, and demobilization (two weeks port laytime for equipment removal). Key operational readiness criteria include a fully U.S. citizen crew with valid Coast Guard licenses, a certified crane operator, daily meals, laundry services, and compliance with maritime regulations like SOLAS, MARPOL, ABS standards, and U.S. Coast Guard regulations. The seller must provide deliverables including the vessel, an inspection report, certified crew, fuel, maintenance records, and insurance coverage. This sources sought notice is for informational purposes, with LLNS intending to award a Master Task Agreement (MTA) with subsequent Task Orders.

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Short-Term Rental of Commercial Ships with Marine Crane Capability

Statement of Work

Rob Golden

May 21, 2025

LLNL-MI-2006354

Sources Sought # B670505

Statement of Work (SOW) Short-Term Rental of Commercial Ships with Marine Crane Capability

1. Background and Purpose

Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC (LLNS), a Management & Operating (M&O) contractor for the Department of Energy (DOE), is seeking potential bidders to provide short-term rentals of commercial ships equipped with marine cranes. These vessels will support Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) Pacific and Atlantic operations, potentially including Hawaii and the Kwajalein Marshall Islands facilitating the launch and recovery of autonomous vessels approximately 20 feet long, 12 feet wide, and weighing up to 5,200 lbs.

LLNS intends to award a Master Task Agreement (MTA) that will include Task Orders specifying vessel requirements and rental durations for each LLNS mission. This sources sought is for informational purposes only.

2. Scope of Work

2.1 Vessel Specifications

The Seller shall provide a U.S.-flagged, ABS-classified commercial ship that meets the following requirements:

Specification Requirement

Length Between 200 feet and 350 feet.

Marine Crane ABS-class crane with a minimum lifting capacity of 3 tons at Sea State 4.

Condition Seaworthy, well-maintained, and compliant with all applicable safety standards.

Deck Space Minimum of 2,500 sq ft to accommodate offshore auxiliary and operational equipment.

SCIF Installation Ability to install/provide a portable or rapid Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), as required.

Accommodations Capacity for vessel crew and a minimum of four LLNS personnel, with appropriate living spaces.

Specification Requirement

Onboard Communications

Satellite internet capability and phone access.

Electrical Power Access to 208v, 100amp, 3-phase electrical power.

Mounting Capability Ability to mount communications equipment at various ship locations.

2.2 Rental Duration

Rental terms will range from 1 to 6 months, including the following phases:

Phase Duration

Mobilization Two weeks of laytime at port for equipment setup.

Operational Time Time at sea (determined at time of request).

Demobilization Two weeks of laytime at port for equipment removal.

2.3 Operational Readiness

The vessel must meet the following operational readiness criteria:

Requirement Details

Crew Fully crewed and ready for deployment.

Crew Qualifications

All crew must be U.S. citizens with valid U.S. Coast Guard licenses and active TWIC cards.

Crane Operation Certified crane operator provided by Seller; crane inspected and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard prior to delivery.

Meals Daily meals provided for all crew and LLNS personnel during the rental period.

Laundry Services Laundry services for all crew and LLNS personnel during the rental period.

Berthing Capacity

Minimum capacity for four LLNS personnel.

2.4 Compliance

The vessel must comply with all applicable maritime regulations, including:

Regulation Details

SOLAS International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea

MARPOL

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships

ABS American Bureau of Shipping standards

CG-5PS U.S. Coast Guard Commercial Regulations and Standards

ICLL International Convention on Load Lines

3. Deliverables

The Seller shall provide the following deliverables:

Deliverable Description

Vessel Availability A vessel meeting the specified requirements, ready for operation.

Inspection Report Detailed report on the vessel's condition and crane certification.

Crew Certified crew members, including a certified crane operator.

Fuel Fuel for the duration of the rental period.

Maintenance Records Documentation of recent maintenance and inspections of the vessel.

Insurance Coverage Proof of insurance coverage in accordance with LLNL Insurance Provisions.

1. Background and Purpose
2. Scope of Work
2.1 Vessel Specifications
2.2 Rental Duration
2.3 Operational Readiness

3. Deliverables

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