Essayons Overhaul PWS.pdf

1.0 General

In accordance with the Master Agreement for Repair and Alteration of Vessels (“Master Agreement”), the Contractor shall furnish all management, supervision, labor, subcontracting services of manufacturer’s representatives and all facilities, utilities, equipment, tools, lubricants, fuels, materials, and articles (excluding Government furnished property) necessary to fully execute the overhaul and repair of the dredge ESSAYONS hereinafter referred to as the vessel.

Category A: Mandatory Items

Unless annotated as Category B, optional, or over and above work, tasks in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) are Category A Items, are within the scope of this job order, and must be performed.

Category B: Pre-Priced Items

Tasks described in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) as Category B Pre-Priced Items, are within the scope of this job order and may be executed on an “as needed” basis via a firm-fixed-priced change order.

Over and Above Work

The PWS contains requirements for over and above work, as discussed in section 6.1.

1.1 Description of Vessel

The USACE vessel is a trailing arm suction Hopper Dredge launched in 1984. It has the following Characteristics:

Length Overall 350 Feet Length between perpendiculars 333 Feet Beam Molded 68 Feet Beam Overall (With Drag Arms Lowered) 108 Feet Registered Gross Tonnage 7,248 Long Tons Normal Light, Draft Forward 19’-0” Normal Light, Draft Aft 21’-0” Class ABS Loadline

1.2 Vendor Capability and Capacity

Vendor shall possess the organization and facilities to perform the work satisfactorily. The facilities shall be subject to inspection at any time by the Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), or designated-in-writing by the KO as a Government Representative (e.g. Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE).

1.3 Period of Performance

The anticipated period of performance (POP) shall start after the notice to proceed has been issued by the KO.

The Contractor shall make its shipyard availability from 03 December 2025 through 20 February 2026 and shall maintain the vessel on drydock for a minimum of 60 continuous days. The Government will deliver the vessel to the Contractor no later than 10 December 2025.

The Contractor shall commence work identified under Category A immediately upon delivery of the vessel and complete the work including dock and sea trials, prior to the Government accepting redelivery of the vessel on or before February 20, 2026.

The POP for Category B items, if executed, shall run concurrently with the above stated POP. For over and above work, the contractor shall follow the procedures identified in section 6.1.

2.0 Definitions.

Throughout this contract, terms are defined as follows:

Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR): Written record of unsatisfactory performance by the Contractor as observed by the COR / QAE (Refer to 9.0– Contract Discrepancy Report).

Contracting Officer (KO): Government employee who is authorized to enter into, administer and / or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Government employee who has been authorized in writing as the COR by the KO, acting within the limits of their authority.

Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE): Government employees responsible for checking Contractor’s performance.

Regulatory Bodies – Include American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), United States Coast Guard (USCG) and other agencies having jurisdictions on certain matters, such as United States Public Health Service (USPHS).

Vessel’s Crew – Government employees assigned to work on the vessel. Acronyms - please see section titled “List of Acronyms” at the end of Section C of this contract.

3.0 Government Furnished Equipment/Material List.

Government Furnished Property (GFP)/Government Furnished Materials (GFM) shall be supplied as indicated below. Refer to Contract Clauses 52.245-1, 252.211-7007 and 252.245-7001 to 7004 for terms and conditions governing GFP/GFM. Transfers of accountability of property provided to the Contractor shall be documented as required.

Contractor shall provide transportation (see paragraph 5.1.1) to and from the Government Mooring’s Warehouse located at 8010 NW St. Helens Road – Portland, Oregon, for GFP/GFM. GFP/GFM loading and unloading at the Government Mooring’s Warehouse shall be supplied by the Government. GFP/GFM loading and unloading at the Contractor’s facility shall be supplied by the Contractor.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL LIST

Name Quantity Dollar Value

(Per Unit) Model

Number Serial

Number Manufacturer;

Year of Manufacturing

Section Reference in

PWS

Sluice Valve (28”) As Required $80,000 70010-4891-

N/A IHC Corporation 5.8.1

Sluice Valve (26”) As Required $70,000 70010-4890-

N/A IHC Corporation 5.8.1

Combo Wear Devcon Epoxy

200 $400 11490 N/A Devcon 5.11.2

Weir Seals 2 $2,500 N/A N/A Seals Unlimited 5.13.4

Steering Pumps 2 $38,000 JB-503003 N/A Jastram 5.15.1

Steering Motor 2 $9,800 N/A Baldor 5.15.1

Pump Coupling 2 $1,500 JB141327-31G N/A Jastram 5.15.1

Motor Coupling 2 $2,200 JB556067 N/A Jastram 5.15.1

Coupling Insert 2 $980 JB556052 N/A Jastram 5.15.1

Port Rudder Stock 1 $89,000 N/A N/A Sunship 5.15.2

Stbd Rudder Stock 1 $89,000 N/A N/A Sunship 5.15.2

Controllable Pitch Propeller Blades

8 $60,000 100054039 N/A Rolls Royce Naval Marine Inc.

5.16.1

Blade Bolts 64 $1,000 25560-C N/A Propulsion Systems Inc.

5.16.2

Port and/or Stbd Propeller Tailshaft

1 $745,000 22164 N/A Propulsion Systems Inc.

5.16.4

Bow Thruster Lower Gearbox

Assembly

1 $70,000 HRP

5001TT

N/A ZF Marine Inc. 5.17.4

4’ x 4’ Flush Deck Hatch

1 $6,800 N/A N/A Freeman 5.44.4

27” Stair Treads 40 $4,000 N/A N/A N/A 5.44.5

Watts Grease Interceptor

3 $9,900 N/A N/A Watts 5.47.9

70010-4345-925 "Modified

Connecting Piece Submersible Pump and Electric Motor of Side Dragarm"

1 $60,000 700-4345-925 N/A IHC 5.46.4

Drive End Bearings & Seals

2 $42,000 K-2240-0055 N/A Kato 5.48.2

Non-Driven End Bearings & Seals

2 $42,000 K--00552240 N/A Kato 5.48.2

Engine Lube Oil 400 gallons $15,000 Delvac 1300 Super

N/A Mobil 5.48.1

Vulkan Couplings

RATO-R-34

Membrane/Element

2 $68,000 AG3410R002-

ABS

N/A VULKAN 5.48.4

Aftercooler Assemblies

4 $1,400 32146235 N/A Ingersol Rand 5.48.11

4.0 Contractor Requirements.

4.1 General Statement

The Contractor shall furnish all management, supervision, labor, subcontracting services of manufacturer’s representatives and all facilities, utilities, equipment, tools, lubricants, fuels, materials and articles (excluding GFP/GFM) necessary to fully execute the overhaul and repair of the vessel. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in the contract and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations during the services performed.

4.1.1 American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) / United States Coast Guard (USCG) Approved Material / Equipment

Contractor shall ensure all furnished materials and equipment used for repairs to, replacement of, or installation of new items, shall comply with all applicable ABS/USCG requirements.

4.1.2 Spare Parts / Tooling / Equipment

Contractor shall not use the vessel’s spare parts, materials, tools, or equipment (excluding list in paragraph 3.0) for the repair of, replacement of, or installation of new items unless specifically approved in writing by the COR or QAE. If vessel spare parts, materials, tools or equipment are approved for Contractor use, the Contractor shall replace any/all materials and/or damaged tooling or equipment at no cost to the Government.

4.2 Facility Minimum Requirements

4.2.1 Pier and Wet Berth

At a minimum, the Contractor’s dock and wet berth shall meet the following criteria:

1. A minimum water depth of 25 feet at MLLW;

2. 380 feet between fore and aft tie off kevels;

3. 50’-0” x 16’-0” clear dock working area;

4. Live load pier capacities not less than those prescribed in AASHTO H15-44 as certified by a Professional Engineer;

5. 1200A, 480V AC, 3-phase, 60 cycle electrical service with GFCI and phase protection;

4.2.2 Dock

At a minimum, the Contractor’s Drydock / Graving Dock shall meet the following criteria:

1. Lift capacity of 7,500 long tons;

2. Clearance between wing walls of 108’-0” to permit lowering of drag arms; and

3. Keel block height of not less than 6’-0”.

If a graving dock is used to perform work under this job order, the Contractor shall meet the operational equivalent of the drydock standards described above.

Clearance of a minimum of 108’-0” between wing walls shall be maintained from Drydock floor to top of wing wall.

4.2.3 Utilities / Hookups

Contractor shall provide the following utilities, hookups, and services by the end of the first business day upon the vessel’s arrival through the duration the vessel is in the Contractor’s possession:

1. Air – Provide 100 psig of air pressure through a 1-1/2” hose to the vessel’s air system. Air supplied shall be dried through a portable air dryer.

2. Internet – Provide high speed internet (DSL) to three (3) separate locations on the vessel. Minimum download / upload speeds shall be 25 Mbps/5 Mbps.

3. Sanitation – Garbage removal onboard the vessel shall occur on a daily basis

Provide two (2) leak-proof skips and empty on a daily basis.

Furnish a receiving tank for the vessel’s sewage plant effluent. Connect to the vessel’s overboard discharge. Empty the receiving tank as required to prevent overflowing.

Furnish a receiving tank for the vessel’s oily bilge waste/slops. Connect to the vessel’s discharge. Empty the receiving tank as required to prevent overflowing.

4. Telephone – Provide four (4) local telephone lines and telephones to the vessel in the following locations (in addition to paragraph 5.1.5):

Master’s Office 1 Phone Line Chief Engineer’s Office 1 Phone Line Ship’s Office 2 Phone Lines

5. Water (Cooling) – Provide ≤ 70 Degree F, 90 psi at 175 gpm Fresh cooling water through a 2- 1/2” hose to the vessel’s cooling water hull connection. Provide a Fresh cooling water return through a 2-1/2” hose from the cooling water return hull connection. The Contractor shall ensure the cooling water is properly connected and providing the required pressure and flow no more than two (2) hours after the vessel is drydocked and throughout the duration of the drydock. If a closed loop freshwater system is to be used the supply to the ship must have a temp < 90 Degrees F. Supply of closed loop to ship must have a temperature 25 Degrees F or lower than the return temperature from the ship’s system.

6. Water (Potable) – Potable water shall be provided at 90 psi and 1200 gpd throughout the duration of the shipyard overhaul. Contractor shall fill and top off potable water tanks aboard the vessel upon completion of the contract just prior to the vessel’s departure from the Contractor’s facility. Contractor shall provide acceptable proof of compliance with potable water standards upon request.

4.3 Meetings

4.3.1 Arrival Conference

An arrival conference shall be held between the Contractor’s Contract Administrator, Ship Superintendent, Safety Director, Subcontractors (if requested by Government) and the Government’s COR and vessel’s Department Heads at a time mutually acceptable to all parties, but no later than four

(4) hours after the vessel's arrival at the Contractor’s facility. Contractor shall submit a list of all Subcontractors proposed to do work and the extent and character of the work to be performed by each Subcontractor. All pre-Drydock/Graving Dock work submittals stated in the PWS shall be required at this time (Refer to Paragraph 4.4 -Schedules). An outline of events for the arrival conference shall be prepared by the COR or QAE and provided to the Contractor for distribution prior to the arrival conference.

4.3.2 Daily Production Meetings

Daily production control meetings shall be held at 9:00 am at a location agreeable by all parties. An alternate time may be considered if approved by the COR.

4.4 Schedules

4.4.1 Production Schedule.

The USACE Portland District uses Primavera P6 v7 Project Management and MS Project 2007 scheduling software. The Contractor is required to use software compatible with Primavera P6 v7 Project Management or MS Project 2007 scheduling software in producing the Preliminary Production Schedule. NOTE: MS Project 2010 is not compatible

The Contractor shall submit a Production Schedule upon award of this job order and is required to use the Critical Path Method (CPM) of network calculation to generate the schedule. The Production Schedule shall illustrate the sequence the Contractor proposes to perform the work and the dates the Contractor contemplates commencement and completion of each schedule activity. The schedule shall consist of all activities listed in Section 5 (including Category B work items) and demonstrate completion within the stated period of performance. The schedule shall include a sufficient level of detail to denote work overlaps, commence and completion dates of all activities, predecessor/successor relationships, milestones, critical path, and the logical and efficient order the contractor proposes to accomplish all work. Activities shall be scheduled for earliest possible completion, commensurate with the best commercial marine practices and availability of materials.

The Contractor shall include in its schedule the capacity to complete the following quantities of over and above work (reference paragraph 6.1) if directed by the Contracting Officer on/by the date stated, without extension to the period of performance listed in paragraph 1.3:

13,000 man-hours - 24 Dec 2024 10,000 man-hours - 7 Jan 2025 6,000 man-hours - 28 Jan 2025 3,500 man-hours - 4 Feb 2025 1,500 man-hours - 11 Feb 2025 500 man-hours - the day following dock and sea trials

The Production Schedule shall begin the date of contract award, assume delivery of the vessel on December 10th, 2024, and Job Order completion on February 20th, 2025.

Dock and Sea trials shall be performed following the 60-day drydock period and begin no later than 4-days prior to the vessel redelivery date to allow for remedy of any issues that are identified during trials, without delay to the vessel redelivery date.

The Contractor shall, with the submission of its Production Schedule, provide a list of long-lead materials for all Category B work items, separated by work item, and the current estimated lead time for that material.

The Contract shall submit the Production Schedule electronically (.xer or .mpp and .pdf formats) no more than forty-five (45) days after award.

4.4.2 Weekly Production Schedule Update Meeting

The weekly production schedule update meeting shall be held each Thursday at a time and location agreeable by all parties.

The Contractor shall update the production schedule on a weekly basis reflecting actual progress attained (percentage of work completed for each activity) and identify the current critical path through remaining work activities. Contractor management personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers shall actively participate in developing an accurate production schedule.

The weekly updated production schedule shall be accompanied with a written narrative describing (1) amount of progress on major work items during the reporting period, (2) problems uncovered, (3) known or anticipated delays, and causes thereof, together with the impact on the schedule, and (4) corrective actions taken or planned in connection with the latter. Work reported shall be inclusive of Contractor and subcontractor’s performance and should be coordinated with the COR. The Contractor shall provide a production schedule and written narrative in both a hard copy and electronic copy no later than 8:00 AM every Thursday morning.

The weekly production schedule update meeting provides an opportunity to discuss progress, problems and forthcoming schedule requirements. If the event the Contractor falls behind the production schedule, the Contractor shall take steps necessary to improve its progress, including those that may be required by the Contracting Officer, without additional cost to the Government. In this circumstance, the Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to increase the number of shifts, overtime operations, days of work, and/or equipment and to submit for approval any supplementary schedule or schedules as the Contracting Officer deems necessary to demonstrate how the approved rate of progress will be regained.

Failure of the Contractor to comply with the requirements of the Contracting Officer shall be grounds for determination by the Contracting Officer that the Contractor is not prosecuting the work with sufficient diligence to ensure completion within the time specified in the job order. Upon making this determination, the Contracting Officer may terminate the Contractor’s right to proceed with the work, or any separable part of it, in accordance with DFARS 252.217-7009, Default.

4.4.3 Category B Work Scheduling

When Category B work is incorporated into the Job Order via a unilateral change order, the Contractor is expected to perform the work within the POP of the job order in paragraph 1.3.The Contractor shall revise the Production Schedule accordingly no later than the following weekly production schedule update meeting.

4.5 Submittals

4.5.1 Pre-Work Submittals

Sixty (60) days after award, Contractor is required to submit the following documents to the COR for review and approval:

Submittal Item Paragraph

Reference in the

PWS

Production Schedule 4.4.1 QC Program / Plan 4.6

List of ABS / USCG Qualified Welders with Proof of Certification 4.6.3

Accident Prevention Plan 4.9 Fire Prevention Plan 4.9.1 Crane Certifications (Refer to OSHA Regulations and Section 16 of EM 385-1-1 (USACE – Safety and Health Requirements Manual))

5.1.3

Docking Plan 5.2.1 Security Plan 8.2 AT Level I Awareness Training Certificates 8.3.1 Suspicious Activity Reporting Training Certificates 8.3.4 OPSEC Training Certificates 8.3.5 Verified / Eligible Candidates for E-Verify 8.3.6 Identification of CPARS POC 9.2 Proof of Liability Insurance for Contractors and Subcontractors (Refer to FAR 52.228-4005 (Insurance – Work on a Government Installation))

N/A

4.5.2 Material Submittals

Prior to incorporating materials for use in identified tasks, the Contractor shall submit adequate product data, technical specifications, testing information, MSDS, etc. to the COR for review and approval.

Contractor assumes all risks for incorporating unapproved materials into tasks. If unapproved materials are discovered by the COR or QAE during inspection, Contractor shall remove all identified materials and rework at no additional cost to the Government.

4.6 Quality Control (QC) Program / Plan

Contractor shall provide and maintain a QC Program/Plan acceptable to the Government. At a minimum, it shall include the following:

1. Identify all specification tasks;

2. Identify and call out all testing and inspection requirements;

3. Sign off procedure for testing and inspection requirements;

4. Sign off procedure by the COR for item completion; and

5. Government property administration.

Contractor shall assign a QC inspector to inspect/test and approve all work prior to notifying the COR and/or Regulatory Bodies (when applicable) for an inspection of work. Minimum notification to the COR shall be 24 hours.

4.6.1 Standards

All design, engineering, modifications, and repairs to the vessel shall be performed in accordance with the criteria set forth in the latest issues of the following standards or regulations:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Manual (EM) 385-1-1, “Safety and Health Requirements Manual.” Online at: http://www.usace.army.mil/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/toc.htm

USCG, Navigation Rules - Inland/International.

Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) part 1915, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment. (Also found in Occupational Safety and Health Administration publication no.

http://www.usace.army.mil/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/toc.htm

2268, Shipyard Industry Standards.)

33 C.F.R. chapters I-II.

46 C.F.R. parts 41-69, 90-105, 110-13, 159-65, 170-74.

American Bureau of Shipping, “ABS Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels”

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Standards, Publication No. IEEE-45 – “Recommended Practice for Electrical Installation on Shipboard”

Illuminating Engineering Society, “Recommended Practice for Marine Lighting” National Electric Code (NEC).

National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA).

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Any other standards not listed above that are incorporated by reference under the aforementioned standards shall also apply to the work being performed under this contract.

4.6.2 Workmanship

All work shall be completed in accordance with DFARS 252.217-7005, Inspection and Manner of Doing Work, to the satisfaction of the COR or QAE and representatives of USCG and/or ABS and meet all requirements and regulations of the ABS, USCG, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.

4.6.3 Welders

Welders shall be qualified to the standards established by ABS and / or USCG and shall perform all welding accomplished aboard the vessel or any components that shall be installed onboard the vessel.

Addressed further below in 4.6.8 General workmanship & construction standards.

Contractor shall bear the expense of certifying welding proficiency in the prescribed welding method for all welders assigned to the vessel and shall provide documentation of completed tests to the COR.

Where the workmanship of any individual welder indicates a reasonable doubt of the welder’s proficiency, the Contractor shall be required to recertify or reassign the welder prior to that individual conducting additional welding on the vessel. Contractor shall provide welding certifications to the

COR.

4.6.4 Inspection Reports / Conditions Found Report (CFR)

Any Category A or Category B work items which require CFRs must follow the format described in paragraph 6.1.

4.6.5 As-Built Drawings

One (1) week prior to scheduling final inspection with the COR, Contractor shall furnish as-built drawings for additions/alterations, to the COR for review and approval. Drawings shall be submitted as two (2) full-size sets in hard copy, as well as one (1) electronic set in PDF. Final inspection for individual tasks requiring as-built drawings shall not take place until drawings are approved. Costs for drawings shall be included in individual tasks and not separately priced.

4.6.6 Provisional Acceptance

Following satisfactory completion of all tests and trials, correction of all "punch list" deficiencies, and receipt of all contract deliverables, the vessel will be provisionally accepted at the shipyard. Departure and delivery of the vessel may not be started until provisional acceptance of the vessel has been made.

Payment of the full contract amount, less retainage and any liquidated damages, will be made in accordance with DFARS 252.217-7007, Payments clause.

4.6.7 Final Inspection

Upon completion of all repairs and removal of all Contractor equipment, the COR and Contractor shall inspect all areas of the vessel to ensure 1) tasks were completed per the contract, 2) the vessel is clean and free of all Contractor-generated debris and 3) all damaged coatings are repaired.

4.6.7.1 Warranty of Supplies

The Contractor shall assign, in writing, all commercial warranties for equipment provided under this job order to the Government. The effective starting date of all warranties shall be the date of final acceptance. All terms and conditions of DFARS 252.217-7006, Title, shall apply.

4.6.8 General Workmanship & Construction Standards

4.6.8.1 General Requirements for Access

The Contractor shall request COR approval prior to cutting and/or removing the plating or framing members from the vessel for access to machinery, piping, wiring, and equipment. The Contractor shall make every effort to identify previously made accesses prior to requesting COR approval. The Contractor shall request COR approval prior to the removal of any piping, wiring, fixtures, fittings, etc., for access and clearance to perform required work. All accesses shall be submitted to the COR in writing, including a drawing with the approximate size and location of the accesses for review and approval. Upon the completion of required work, all removals and/or cutting shall be replaced/restored. Replacement and/or restored shall consist of returning the removed equipment, piping, wiring, structural members and plating to their original locations and reinstallation. The cost for all removals and reinstallations shall be included in the cost of the respective task. If parts, components or equipment are damaged as a result of the removals, the Contractor shall replace them in kind at no additional cost to the Government. Fit and finish shall be restored and damaged paint shall be renewed at no additional cost to the Government.

Installations shall be in accordance with the original construction drawings or the referenced standards.

All removed equipment shall be tested as part of the Tests and Trials. The Contractor shall provide any necessary structural support in the areas of cutting or removal of the aforementioned if lack of such support could cause failure or damage to adjacent systems, distortion, of adjacent framing or plating, or result in a safety hazard.

The Contractor shall maintain a hazard-free access in and out of any space at all times throughout the availability of the vessel. Any temporary openings in the deck or any other area that may constitute a hazard shall be railed and combed off. Horizontal openings, such as those on the deck, shall be protected with Contractor-furnished temporary combing and safety netting around the entire perimeter of the deck opening when such opening is not in use. The cost of providing this protection shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

4.6.8.2 General Requirements for Hull and Structural Work

All new hull plating of any shape shall be fabricated from ABS Structural Steel or ASTM A36, “Specification for Structural Steel.”

Contractor shall pay close attention to details in both the design and construction of all new and/or modified structures, to prevent structural discontinuities and other stress concentrations.

Where openings must be provided in the structure to gain access internally, the Contractor shall provide adequate compensation to maintain the original structural integrity while the opening is present. All compensation shall be approved by the ABS.

Watertight and oil tight integrity of all bulkheads and decks shall be maintained at all times throughout the period of performance of this job order.

Openings created by permanent removal or addition of piping, wiring or other materials shall be closed by means of Watertight penetrations or insert plates of equal thickness flush-welded to the bulkheads.

All welds shall be ground flush and smooth.

Sections of stiffeners, beams, girders, etc., shall be welded to the bulkheads to maintain continuity of structure. Openings cut into decks and bulkheads shall be adequately compensated in accordance with ABS requirements to maintain original strength, unless the opening is cut in such a manner that it can be re-welded to existing framing members.

4.6.8.3 General Requirements for Foundations and Supports

Contractor shall provide suitable foundations under all new units of machinery. Foundations shall be built up of plates and structural shapes to the dimensions required for satisfactory support, assuring rigidity, freedom from vibration, and designed for secure containment of the equipment in event of crash stops.

Foundations shall be constructed to the machinery manufacturer’s requirements, unless otherwise specified in technical specifications or modification.

Where dripping water or oil can be expected, the top plates of foundations shall project beyond the edges of the bedplates or bases of units being supported and formed into spill containment/drip pans. Flat bars welded around the edges of the top plates, or combing welded around the deck near the foundation, may be used to retain any leakage. Valve drains shall be provided at the ends or corners of the pans to facilitate fluid removal or recovery.

Foundations shall extend beyond the equipment fore and aft or transversely to distribute the load and to avoid excessive weight concentrations.

Doublers, insert plates, girders, headers and stanchions shall be fitted and under-deck framing shall be reinforced to support units mounted on deck.

4.6.8.4 General Requirements for Materials

All materials provided by the Contractor shall be suitable for marine applications and shall be subject to COR approval prior to installation. Refer to paragraph 4.5.2 – Material Submittals

4.6.8.5 General Requirements for Piping

All piping required shall be designed and installed to obtain optimum operating conditions, and shall be compatible with the machinery or equipment serviced, including pressure, volume and temperature requirements. All piping, valves and fittings shall comply with material specifications of the design standards for that particular service.

New piping added to or replacing an existing system shall duplicate that system, both in size, material, and routing, unless otherwise specified. New piping, where installed in coordination with new equipment or machinery, shall be installed in a manner that does not adversely impact personnel with tripping or overhead hazards.

New fuel oil, lube oil, or hydraulic piping shall be seamless steel, Schedule 80, to match existing pipe material. Pipe shall be pickled prior to installation. Seamless stainless steel tubing may be used as appropriate in Hydraulic systems.

New raw, jacket or sanitary water piping shall be with 90-10 copper-nickel, Schedule 80.

New drain piping shall be replaced in kind. Piping shall be led directly as per existing application.

The finished installation shall include the pipe, valves, unions, elbows, reducers, tees and fittings and all necessary subparts. Unions and flanges shall be required to facilitate installation and subsequent removal.

High-pressure flanges shall be used where originally provided.

Flexible connections to machinery components shall be required where vibration may be anticipated.

Piping shall not pass over switchboards and be kept clear of switchgear, wiring, etc.

All work shall be templated from the vessel.

Piping shall be secured by supports and hangers to avoid excessive strains; avoid the weight of the piping being transmitted to valves and fittings; minimize the effects of vibration, shock, pitching and rolling of the vessel; and permit proper thermal expansion and contraction.

Provision may be made for expansion and contraction by changes in direction of pipe runs or by use of expansion bends, joints, loops or offsets.

Galvanizing destroyed by welding or other activity shall be restored to original. All new steel galvanized pipe shall be hot dipped galvanized.

All burrs shall be removed from the ends of all piping after any cutting or threading. Pipe ends shall be dressed with a reamer before installation.

Valve type shall be consistent with the service. All valve materials shall match existing. New valves shall be approved by the COR.

All valves are to be pressure-tested in the presence of the COR or the QAE, and if necessary the USCG, prior to installation on the vessel. Where three or more valves are located together for the same service, they shall be combined into a manifold.

Any new fuel supply lines shall include a new shut-off valve, one at each tank and one at each fuel pump.

A brass or aluminum label plate shall be attached to the hand-wheel of all new valves to indicate its function.

New valves for seawater service shall be stainless steel or bronze and have a pressure rating appropriate for that service. Valves and operating mechanism shall be readily accessible.

Watertight integrity shall be maintained where pipes are carried through watertight bulkheads, decks or tank tops.

Heat sensitive materials shall not be used in piping systems that penetrate watertight subdivisions.

Where overboard discharge lines or valves are attached to the inside of the hull, the hull shall be reinforced to maintain the original strength and integrity.

Spool pieces with flanges shall be used for all galvanized pipe deck and bulkhead penetrations to prevent damage to galvanizing due to welding.

Pipe penetrations through watertight bulkheads and decks shall be accomplished by welding pipe to a sleeve that is then welded to the bulkhead or deck. All fastenings used to connect valves to shell connections shall be stainless steel. Where dissimilar metals occur, the Contractor shall insulate to prevent electrolytic action. Any new piping shall be color-coated in accordance with the vessel’s current scheme.

4.6.8.6 General Requirements for Machinery Systems

Where new machinery and equipment is to be installed, or when existing machinery and equipment is relocated, the Contractor shall mount the items on foundations as specified elsewhere herein.

All fastenings, bolts, (fitted or otherwise) studs and nuts shall be installed using anti-seize compound.

Any defective or missing standard, fasteners, washers, gaskets, grommets, shall be replaced with material that matches existing performance standards.

Bottoming taps shall be used whenever new holes are drilled and tapped.

When detailed disassembly, assembly, or installation procedures appear in the specifications, they are presented for the Contractor's information and convenience in estimating the possible extent of the work to be accomplished. The inclusion of these detailed procedures do not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for doing all work necessary and in the proper manner for satisfactorily accomplishing the specified objective.

4.6.8.7 General Requirements for Electrical Systems

All electrical installations as set forth elsewhere in these specifications shall be in compliance with the referenced rules, regulations and standards, especially regarding ambient and working temperature requirements.

Electric cable shall be commercial marine type cable or armored cable. All new cable installed on weather decks or exposed to seawater spray shall be bronze or stainless steel armored. All new interior cable installed shall be bronze or aluminum armored.

Electric cable shall be capable of handling the required amperage.

Electrical installations shall be such so as to eliminate the possibility of mechanical injury or damage from the accumulation of dust, oil, vapors, steam, dripping liquids, etc.

New cable runs shall be supported at intervals of no more than 18” apart where vertical and 14” apart where horizontal. Straps, hangers, and standoffs shall be aluminum with stainless steel fasteners. Plastic type straps are permitted only behind sheathing/paneling. No cable runs will be permitted below the deck- plates, except for bilge pump wiring. Cable penetrations, when required to be watertight, shall have approved kick-plates, stuffing tubes, etc., and shall be filled with duct seal, or pitch where originally used.

All electrical supplies and/or installations to meet CFR 46, as well as all applicable NEMA, IEEE and ANSI standards.

4.6.8.8 General Requirements for Hot Work

Prior to commencing any hot work, the Contractor shall take steps necessary to remove any flammable or combustible material from the affected area. The Contractor shall supply all personnel performing hot work operations with suitable breathing, clothing, vision, and hearing protection to protect personnel from fumes, sparks, bright light, and noise resulting from hot work operations.

The Contractor shall supply and post permits stating the spaces where hot work is being performed are Gas Free and Safe for Hot Work.

While Contractor personnel are performing fire watch services, no additional responsibilities or additional work shall be performed during this time.

4.6.8.9 General Requirements for Welding

The Contractor shall ensure only welders with proper certification through ABS and USCG may weld steel on this job order.

The electrodes used throughout the work shall be suitable for use with the parent metal at each weld.

Electrodes shall be received on the job in unbroken packages bearing the manufacturers' label or be otherwise marked.

Certified statements shall accompany each shipment of electrodes to the effect that sample pieces, representative of each kind and size in each shipment, have satisfactorily passed the tests required by ABS and USCG for welding on the parent material. The Contractor shall provide the COR documentation certifying compatibility of electrode with parent material.

The Contractor shall submit welding procedures to the COR prior to welding to a casting or forging.

The procedure shall cover the type of weld process, welding electrode, pre-heat, welding sequence and stress relief required.

All welding shall be smooth, tight, and free from undercuts, porosity, craters, and gas inclusions. Shell, deck butts, and flush seams shall be back chipped or gouged to sound metal from the closing side before welding.

All sharp and/or rough edges shall be ground smooth and all weld splatter shall be removed.

All welds for temporary dogs used during modifications or to secure plate in place while welding shall be ground flush with the surrounding metal.

Assembly of all welded joints, before welding, shall be such as to secure proper gaps in butt welds and metal contact in fillet welds. Welding shall not be used to close openings larger than stipulated for each plate thickness by the ABS.

Welding procedures, as to direction, length, number, temperature and sequence, shall be carefully planned to minimize distortion and locked-in stresses.

Any welding to or of hull shell plating, watertight and/or oil-tight bulkheads shall be inspected by ABS. This includes the removal of existing plate, examination of the remaining surrounding plate, examination of the fit-up, and examination of the final welding

Any welding shall use local grounding on and forward of frame 48 and on and aft of frame 108 and in all machinery spaces. The Contractor shall maintain a log of all welders who worked on the vessel throughout the repair period, each welder’s certification, and the repair activities on each welder worked. This log shall be made accessible to the COR at any time during normal business hours throughout the period of performance of this job order.

Testing of welds, will apply where required.

4.7 Equal Opportunity for Veterans

In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR 52.222-38, FAR 52.222- 35, FAR 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13, and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Contractors and Subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. Veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference or incentive applies to the IFB or performance under the resultant contract, USACE Contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE Contractors in their outreach efforts:

1. Federal Veteran employment information at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx http://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx

2. Department of Labor Veterans Employment Assistance: http://www.dol.gov/vets/

3. Department of Veterans Affairs – VOW to Hire Heroes Act: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/

4. Army Wounded Warrior Program: http://wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html

5. U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation – Hiring Our Heroes: http://www.hiringourheroes.org/

6. Guide to Hiring Veterans – Reference Material:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/docs/white_house_business_council_-

_guide_to_hiring_veterans_0.pdf

4.8 Hazardous Materials

4.8.1 Asbestos Containing Material (ACM)

Vessel is not free of ACM. Contractor is required to perform all necessary inspections, tests and analysis of insulation, lagging, joiner panels, floor tiles, underlayment or any other material that may contain ACM prior to disturbing those areas. If any unexpected ACM is discovered and abatement is needed, it shall be addressed on an individual case basis.

4.8.2 Lead Paint

Vessel is not certified to be free of lead-based paint. Contractor is required to perform all necessary inspections, tests and analysis of coatings for lead prior to disturbing those areas. If any lead-based coating abatement is needed it shall be addressed on an individual case basis.

4.9 Safety

In addition to applicable local, state, and federal regulations and OSHA requirements, the Contractor is required to adhere to all provisions of the most recent EM 385-1-1 (USACE – Safety and Health Requirements Manual) and FAR 52.236-13 Alt I (Accident Prevention). In the event there is a conflict between these safety standards, the most stringent policy / procedure shall apply. Requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 1 (Program Management) shall be strictly enforced. Contractor is required to submit in writing, prior to commencement of any tasks, an Accident Prevention Plan (EM 385-1-1, Appendix A) and Fire Prevention Plan (EM 385-1-1, Section 09.A.01) to the COR. Work shall not commence until plans are approved.

A copy of the EM 385-1-1 can be found electronically at the following link:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf

1. Accident Protection

All work performed under this contract shall be in accordance with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and other safety requirements specified herein are further identified in standards in technical specifications.

2. Accident Investigations and Reporting

Refer to EM 385-1-1, Para. 01.D.01. Accidents shall be investigated by the immediate supervisor of the employee(s) involved and reported to the COR within one (1) working day after accident occurs. A report of all mishaps occurring on the project shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer within four

(4) calendar days following the incident. All data reported must be complete, timely, and accurate. A follow up report shall be submitted when the estimated lost time days differs from actual lost time days.

All accidents shall be reported on Engineering Form 3394.

4.9.1 Fire Prevention and Protection

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A fire alarm system shall be established aboard the vessel with an activator in the Forward Weld Shop/Bow Thruster Room access, Forward Pump Room Mezzanine, Engine Room Main Deck at CCS and at each gangway. Each alarm activator and speaker shall be distinctive in sound so that the alarm can be heard clearly in every area where work is being performed throughout the vessel. A Provision shall be made stating when the alarm is sound, the fire control organization of the Contractor is notified.

Within one (1) day of installation, the Contractor shall perform a fire alarm test in the presence of the COR and representatives of the vessel’s crew. Contractor shall at a minimum, schedule and perform weekly tests of the fire alarm system throughout the period of performance of this job order.

The vessel’s fire main shall be supplied with shore water of sufficient pressure and volume to ensure all firefighting stations are fully operational at all times. Should any scheduled tasks preclude the use of the vessel’s fire system, the Contractor shall provide pressurized fire system connection points in affected areas. Contractor shall provide a minimum of five (5) charged fire lines at various locations on deck with hoses for immediate use.

Contractor shall invite the local fire department to a fire prevention conference aboard the vessel no later than three (3) days after arrival. The purpose of this conference shall be to establish a liaison, review the fire protection plan, gain familiarization of the vessel, and establish firefighting procedures and responsibilities.

Contractor’s fire protection plan shall consist of, but not be limited to:

a) Name, type and location of the vessel and shipyard;

b) Duration of time the vessel shall be in Drydock /Graving Dock and at wet berth;

c) Response procedures;

d) Manning practice, including size and location of vessel’s force duty watch;

e) Vessel security requirements;

f) Method of transmitting a fire alarm signal from the vessel to the fire department;

g) Nature of work to be accomplished;

h) Expected vessel status, including equipment access cuts, type and location of temporary services, location and means of operating vessel’s communication, and fire main systems;

i) Water supply to the vessel, including type and location of fire pumps, location of hydrants, pumper suction hydrant connections, and where installed, fireboat connections;

j) Pumper drafting locations;

k) Communications between command post, shipyard fire pumps and fire fighting forces;

l) Vessel arrangement, including frame and deck numbering;

m) Designation and availability of shipyard personnel to meet fire department personnel and lead them to the vessel; stand by fire pumps as needed; temporary rig services such as lighting, ventilation, cutting torches, and dewatering equipment;

n) Designation of shipyard and / or vessel’s force personnel to secure temporary services from the pier on the vessel;

o) Designation of vessel’s force personnel to advise the fire department regarding changes in stability and buoyancy; and

p) Demonstration and test of fire pumps and hydrant flow at Drydock/Graving Dock and wet berth.

Contractor shall furnish qualified fire watch personnel and supply portable fire extinguishing equipment in each area/compartment where burning and welding is occurring.

NO competent person or fire protection personnel shall be allowed to work/operate on the ESSAYONS that are not fully conversant in the English language. Workers shall take and receive emergency response direction in the English language.

Contractor shall request written approval from the COR to use engine or electrical-driven portable fire pump(s). Either Pump(s) shall be capable of 400 GPM @ 50 psig and 282 feet of head.

4.9.2 Gangways

Contractor shall provide a safe and convenient means for boarding the vessel at all times. Gangways without completely enclosed sides shall have a safety net installed not more than six (6) feet below and not less than four (4) feet from each side of the full length of the gangway.

A minimum of two (2) gangways shall be provided throughout the duration of the overhaul, one (1) forward and one (1) aft. Gangways shall have a nonskid coating on the walking surface and landings and have rollers where sitting on the vessel.

4.9.3 Lockout /Tagout (LOTO) Policy / Procedures

Vessel’s policy for LOTO follows Section 12 of EM 385-1-1. Contractor shall coordinate all tasks requiring LOTO with the COR, prior to commencing work.

4.9.4 Accident Reporting

All accidents shall be reported per requirements in Section 01.D (Accident Reporting and Recordkeeping) of EM 385-1-1. Records of exposure hours and accidents shall be maintained on OSHA Form 300 or equivalent. Log shall be kept up to date at all times and shall be immediately available for review upon request from the COR or QAE.

4.9.5 Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

General Information

a. Use a Qualified person to prepare the written site-specific APP. See Appendix Q of EM 385-1-1 for definition of Qualified Person. Prepare the APP in accordance with the format and requirements of EM 385-1-1 and as supplemented herein. Cover all paragraph and subparagraph elements in EM 385-1-1, Appendix A, entitled Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention Plans. Specific requirements for some of the APP elements are described below:

(1) The APP is job-specific and address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written.

(2) Interface the Contractor's overall safety and health program with the APP. Include any portions of the Contractor's overall safety and health program referenced in the APP in the applicable APP element and made site-specific.

(3) The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the "controlling authority" for all work site safety and health of the subcontractors.

(4) Inform subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the Contract and the penalties for noncompliance, coordinating the work to prevent one craft from interfering with or creating hazardous working conditions for other crafts, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

(5) Sign the APP by the person and firm (senior person) preparing the APP, the Contractor, the on-site superintendent, and the designated SSHO.

b. Submit the APP to the KO 60 calendar days after Notice to Proceed for acceptance. Work cannot proceed without an accepted APP. The KO will review and comment on the Contractor's submitted APP and accept it when it meets the requirements of the Contract provisions.

c. Once accepted by the KO, the APP and appendices will be enforced as part of the Contract.

Disregarding the provisions of this Contract or the accepted APP will be cause for stoppage of work, at the discretion of the KO, until the matter has been rectified.

d. Once work begins, changes to the accepted APP must be made with the knowledge and concurrence of the KO, project superintendent, SSHO, and quality control manager. Should any severe hazard exposure (i.e. imminent danger), become evident, stop work in the area, secure the area, and develop a plan to remove the exposure and control the hazard. Notify the KO, both verbally and in writing, within 24 hours of discovery.