FOUO A04.01 DRAFT Statement of Work UF-43.pdf

DRAFT

Utility Float (UF) 43

Utility Float (UF) 43

Solicitation Number: N4523A-21-R-1053

COVER SHEET – STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

SOLICITATION COPY

Table of Contents

Paragraph/Section Page Number

1.0 General Requirements

1.1 Vessel Characteristics

1.2 Scope Overview

1.3 Definitions

1.4 Arrival Conference

1.5 Required Documents

1.6 Progress Meetings

1.7 Availability Requirements

1.8 Care of Vessel

1.9 Workmanship

1.10 Corrective Action Request (CAR)

1.11 Condition Found/Inspection Discrepancy Report (CFR/IDR)

1.12 Interferences

1.13 Safety Requirements

1.14 Hot Work/Welding

1.15 Threaded Fasteners

1.16 Preservation

1.17 Environmental and Hazardous Waste Management

1.18 Materials

1.19 Label Plates

1.20 Integrated Logistic Support

1.21 Gas Free

1.22 General Requirements for Testing

2.0 References

2.1 Order of Precedence

2.2 Discrepancies

2.3 Consolidated List of References

3.0 Work Requirements

3.1 Docking and Undocking the Vessel

3.2 Hull Repairs (Preservation)

3.3 Tanks/Voids

3.4 Main Deck Repairs

4.0 Government Furnished Material (GFM)

4.1 Material .................................................................................................................. N/A

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Statement of Work (SOW)

1.0 General Requirements

This document invokes the requirements applicable to the docking, maintenance and maintenance work to be performed on Utility Float (UF) 43. Work performed and accomplished shall be in accordance with the highest quality workmanship standards, practices commonly accepted in the commercial marine industry and the technical references listed herein. The Contractor is responsible for understanding and complying with all requirements specified herein.

1.1 Vessel Characteristics

Length (ft-in) 60’ Draft (approximate) 2’

Width (ft-in) 15’ Height (ft-in) 4’-6”

Hull Type Steel Light Load 42 Tons

1.2 Scope Overview

Coordinate with the Contracting Officer, via the Contracting Officer Representative

(COR) to deliver the vessel to the Contractor’s facility.

Upon docking the vessel, wash and clean the vessel. Remove existing rubber fenders and associated hardware; retain hardware and fasteners for installation after sweep-blast cleaning. Remove existing and install new zinc anodes. Preserve interior and exterior of tank covers, replace all gaskets. Blast and preserve main deck, hull, freeboard and components. Apply new non-skid and coating system to the main deck.

Arrange and coordinate the delivery of the vessel back to the Government with the

Contracting Officer via the COR.

1.3 Definitions

As used throughout this specification, the following definitions and terms have meanings as indicated:

1.3.1 Unless otherwise stated, “as shown”, “as indicated”, “as detailed”, or other words of similar importance refer to the contractual documents including reference documents and publications.

1.3.2 The words “as directed”, “as approved”, “when authorized” or words of similar importance refer to the direction, requirements, permission, approval, or acceptance by the contracting officer.

1.3.3 The term “Objective Quality Evidence” (OQE) shall mean current, accurate, and complete objective documentation and information submitted together as a complete data

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1.3.4 Where “in accordance with regulatory body requirements” is stated, the industrial efforts shall be in accordance with the appropriate commercial regulatory body requirements unless otherwise authorized by the Government.

1.3.5 The term “marine” or “marine quality” means an item constructed of materials unaffected by moisture, sea spray, extremes in temperature or other hazards of the marine environment, and designed and constructed to perform its intended functions under marine operating conditions.

1.3.6 The term “herein” means the applicable section(s) of this specification.

1.3.7 The term NAVSEA” means the Naval Sea System Command, one of five system commands, responsible for engineering, building, supporting, and maintaining the Navy’s fleet of vessels.

1.4 Arrival Conference

The Government will arrange an arrival conference with the Contractor after contract award.

1.5 Required Documents

The administrative requirements of this SOW shall commence at contract award and be updated throughout the contract period.

1.5.1 (CDRL A021) Prepare and keep current schedules necessary for the purpose of establishing an orderly and systematic accomplishment of production work and material ordering.

1.5.2 Maintain a list of all subcontractors with extent of work to be accomplished by each subcontractor.

1.5.3 Maintain a list of manufacturer’s technical representatives to be provided per the particular specification requirement.

1.5.4 Maintain a welder qualification list, with name, type of qualification(s) and date of last qualification test for each qualification and a list of qualified silver brazier’s.

1.5.5 (CDRL A022) Maintain manufacturer’s F-718 for all materials to be used by the

Contractor to accomplish the requirements of this contract.

1.5.6 (CDRL A023) Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all materials to be used by

Contractor to accomplish the requirements of this contract.

1.5.7 Maintain a list of key Contractor personnel with name, positions, certifications, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, and emergency contact information.

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1.5.8 Maintain a copy of the Contractor’s inspection and quality control system, with copies of all related forms, reports, and other supporting documentation.

1.5.9 Maintain copy of the Contractor’s environmental protection and hazardous waste management plan, including risk management/mitigation plans specific to this contract

1.5.10 Maintain copies of required federal, state and local environmental notifications and permits for performance of the work (or a schedule of when they will be obtained).

1.6 Progress Meetings

Weekly progress meetings shall be held at the Contractor’s facility near the vessel. The day and time of the meeting shall be set by the COR upon consultation with the

Contractor. A review of percentage completion for each work item shall be conducted including the Contractor’s assessment of schedule adherence. Production schedule, corrective action reports, material lead times and other issues shall be discussed.

1.7 Availability Requirements

Arrange for and transport the vessel from the Government facility at Puget Sound Naval

Shipyard (PSNS) in Bremerton, WA to the Contractor’s repair facility.

Upon completion of all work, coordinate delivery of the vessel back to the Government facility at PSNS, in Bremerton, WA. Provide all materials, labor, and insurance bonds necessary for the safe transport of the vessel to and from the Contractor’s facility and for the period that the equipment is located at the Contractor’s repair facility.

1.7.1 Vessel pickup and delivery shall be scheduled with the COR 5 working days prior to vessel pickup and delivery.

1.7.2 Provide heated/air conditioned office space located within 1/4 mile of the equipment, from 2 days prior to project start of availability to 2 days after project completion date, for use by the COR. Office space shall meet the following requirements:

1.7.2.1 Quantity (One EA), Office Space (8 FT by 20 FT) minimum, (Model:

Satellite 820MO) or equivalent, for the COR. Office space shall have lockable doors, platform with stairs and be secure and safe for personnel and equipment.

1.7.2.2 Quantity (2 EA), Keys for all doors. Provide keys to COR.

1.7.2.3 Quantity (One EA), Work Station to include desk (30 inches wide by 48 inches in length) and chair; chair shall be adjustable in height, swivel, and have adjustable armrests.

1.7.2.4 Quantity (One EA), CAT-5 cable connection or WI-FI at 35 MBOS minimum download speed, supplied desktop/laptop computer. This connection shall be separate from Contractor’s computer servers/network

1.7.2.5 Quantity (One EA), Trashcan.

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1.7.2.6 Quantity (One EA), Parking space adjacent to the office space of paragraph 1.7.2 for the entire contract period.

1.7.2.7 Quantity (One EA per spot), Designate parking space with a sign stating

“PSNS PARKING ONLY”.

1.7.3 Document the result of each inspection requirement throughout this SOW.

1.8 Care of Vessel

The Contractor shall be responsible for the care of vessel equipment, materials, and components related to the work being performed.

1.8.1 Vessel shall be maintained in a broom clean condition on a daily basis.

1.8.1.1 Remove and dispose of industrial debris and extraneous materials from vessel on a daily basis.

1.8.2 Temporary protective measures shall be taken to avoid wear and damage to the

Vessel and all associated components. Water shall not be allowed to accumulate in the structure during work performance.

1.8.2.1 Open areas in structure shall be covered to prevent water entry.

1.8.3 Install and maintain blanks/plugs, nuts and bolts, painted blaze orange for use as

FME (Foreign Material Exclusion) immediately upon openings in equipment, valves, and piping systems not subject to pressure to prevent entry of foreign material and protect flanges and threaded areas. Existing system fasteners used for blanking that will be used for installation are excluded from the requirement for blaze orange color. FME may be used for systems normally under pressure but are tagged-out for maintenance. The use of cloth, polyvinyl sheet, paper, tape, and rubber sheeting as FME is prohibited. All FME material must be applied to avoid damage to surfaces/components being protected.

1.8.4 Wood products, including DC (damage control) plugs are permitted for use as

FME external to the vessel for hull penetrations, and non-pressurized systems to include gravity drain piping.

1.8.4.1 DC plugs, wood, or wood products are prohibited for use in tanks/voids, and as blanks on pressurized systems.

1.8.5 Do not operate or utilize existing, newly installed, or repaired shipboard equipment for or in the performance of the Contractor’s work effort. Ship’s Force will accomplish such operation when required for test and checkout purposes.

1.8.6 All preservation coatings shall be fully cured prior to final delivery to the

Government.

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1.8.7 Tanks and voids opened shall be clean, dry, and pass Government inspection prior to being closed.

1.9 Workmanship

Workmanship provided by Contractor employees shall be consistent with the highest standards of commercial marine practices and regulatory bodies. The Government reserves the right to accept or reject material and workmanship nonconformance.

Noncompliance with Contractor’s quality control processes will influence past performance rating provided on contract evaluation. Plating and structural member cuts shall be neatly and accurately made with edges cleaned and prepared for welding. Sharp edges shall be ground smooth to avoid injury to personnel. Equipment, machinery and associated support systems shall not leak oil, water or other type of fluids. Machinery and equipment shall be protected against weather hazards.

1.9.1 At the time of delivery, work performed shall meet the performance requirements specified. In the event that deficiencies are discovered during the guarantee period, an opportunity will be afforded the Contractor to witness, inspect and comment on such deficiencies. Materials and articles used for work performed shall be of commercial marine quality, conforming to the requirements of the Regulatory Bodies listed herein, unless specified to be otherwise.

1.9.2 The decision that an area is inaccessible shall be determined by inspection and agreed to by the COR prior to proceeding with the requirements of this SOW.

1.10 Corrective Action Request (CAR)

The Contractor is solely responsible for implementation of the Inspection and Quality

Control System of 1.5.8. Government observer(s) will monitor production work performed at any time where work is ongoing. If, during the performance of work, the

Government observer(s) witness work that fails to meet specifications within this SOW, would lead to an unsatisfactory end product, damages Government property, is a safety violation; the observer will alert the COR concerning the corrective action taken to remedy the issue and prevent future occurrences

1.11 Condition Found / Inspection Discrepancy Report (CFR/IDR)

(CDRL A024) Utilize FIGURE A (or company correspondence containing same information) in transferrable media, to communicate to the contracting officer and COR, all conditions found, discrepancies noted, and other information requiring formal documentation. Provide the Contractor’s recommendation for corrective action and include Contractor’s estimated cost (person-hours and materials) to correct the condition found. Provide all inspection results including detailed measurements, photographs, sketches, and other means to accurately detail inspection results using FIGURE A, with attachments as necessary. The Government will review and respond to the submitted report. Additional repairs related to the found condition will be tasked if determined necessary by the Government. In the event difficulty is encountered in meeting requirements or difficulty is anticipated in complying with the contract schedule dates, immediately notify the contracting officer via verbal communication with the COR.

Government receipt of notifications are not to be construed as a waiver of the

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FIGURE A – CONDITION FOUND/INSPECTION DISCREPANCY REPORT

CFR Number Date

From: (Prime Contractor)

To: PSNS & IMF, NWRMC IND MAN; C400, Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

Vessel/Equipment: Utility Float (UF) 43

Section of Contract Affected:

Description:

Impact:

Recommended Action:

Code 400 Response:

Signature of C400 Representative Date

Page _____ of ____

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1.12 Interferences

The Contractor’s cost estimate shall include removal and re-installation of all interferences associated with performance of the required work. The fact that interference is not shown on a plan or specifically identified in the specification item is not justification for a contract change. A physical check occurrence of each work site prior to bid submittal is strongly encouraged.

1.13 Safety Requirements

Comply with the requirements of 29 CFR 1915, 29 CFR 1910, and 29 CFR 1926, state and local laws, rules, and ordinances during contract performance.

1.13.1 General: The Contractor shall be responsible for the compliance of the above requirements by all subcontractor personnel performing work related to this contract. In cases of conflict between the above regulations, the stricter of the requirements shall take precedence.

1.13.2 Accidents and Injuries: (CDRL A025) Immediately report injuries to Contractor and subcontractor employees to the COR. Investigation shall be completed within 7 workdays of each accident/injury. Document a report that includes narratives of the circumstances leading up to and including the injury and any actions (immediate and contemplated) taken to mitigate future reoccurrences of injuries.

1.13.3 Scaffolding: Scaffolds and ladders shall meet the requirements of 29 CFR

1910.27 and 29 CFR 1910.28.

1.13.3.1 Install a swinging gate guardrail at each scaffold ladder and through platform access opening.

1.13.3.2 Install standard railing around the non-access sides and a swinging gate guardrail on the entrance side of through-platform access openings.

1.13.3.3 Install standard toe-boards around all scaffold floor openings, except at the entrance to the swinging gate guardrail, on all exposed sides of through-platform access openings.

1.13.4 Develop detailed engineered drawings and specifications for scaffolds when

OSHA, ANSI, or manufacturers’ designed guidelines do not exist, such as for “hanging scaffolding”. Drawings and specifications shall be designed by a registered professional engineer and meet the following:

1.13.4.1 Maintain on the jobsite a copy of the detailed engineering drawings and specifications showing the sizes and spacing of members and the calculations developed for the engineered design(s)

1.13.4.2 Construct, load, and maintain scaffolding in accordance with the registered professional engineer’s design.

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1.13.5 Install a commercially available scaffold tag system on all scaffolds. The tagging system, as a minimum, shall be prominently attached to the scaffold structure, consist of green colored “Okay to Use” tag(s), red colored “Danger” tag(s), and accomplish the following:

1.13.5.1 Apply all tags on the scaffold structure as close as practicable to each ladder access and/or entry points.

1.13.5.2 Apply a red tag to indicate to users that the scaffold is being dismantled, is not yet completely erected, or for some reason is unsafe for use;

1.13.5.3 Apply a green tag to indicate to users that the scaffold is safe for use and is compliant with all OSHA regulations and other applicable requirements.

1.13.5.4 Ensure green tags contain the following information as a minimum: the location of the scaffolding structure; a unique reference number to identify each separate scaffolding structure, the date the scaffolding structure was first erected;

the name(s) of the scaffold builder(s); the load rating of the scaffold structure; and the competent person’s printed name and signature.

1.14 Hot Work/Welding

Prior to performance of any hot work on the vessel, certify a safe atmosphere exists in and around the work area before starting any work that may produce the heat of ignition, sparks or flame. Accomplish steps to make each area safe for hot work. A copy of the gas free certification shall be posted at the work site for the entire period that personnel entry into and around the work area is required.

1.14.1 All welding equipment and materials shall comply with the applicable requirements of American National Standards Institute/American Welding Society

(ANSI/AWS) requirements. Welding shall be sequenced to keep the thermal expansion of structures to a minimum.

1.14.2 Remove existing preservation/coatings prior to each expected welding, cutting, and hot work operation.

1.14.2.1 Preservation/coatings shall be removed 4 inches in each direction and each opposite side.

1.14.3 Perform visual inspection of new welds, to determine conformance, in accordance with the requirements of American Society for Testing and Materials

(ASTM) International. All new welds shall be 100 percent visually inspected. All defects shall be repaired in accordance with approved procedures. All welders shall be certified in accordance with AWS requirements.

1.14.4 Perform radiographic, ultrasonic, magnetic particle or dye penetrant inspection of new welds, when invoked by the requirements of section 3.0 of this SOW, in accordance with the requirements of American Society for Testing and Materials

(ASTM) International.

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1.14.5 Maintain documentation of each proposed access cut and a list of each proposed bolted/riveted access removal. Documentation is not required where access cuts are authorized per a NAVSEA approved drawing.

1.15 Threaded Fasteners

Except as otherwise specified herein, or on the drawings listed, threaded fasteners shall be in accordance with applicable ASTM standards. Coarse thread series shall be used unless the component’s design indicates a necessity to use fine thread series. Hole diameters for mounting bolts shall not exceed the diameters produced using standard size drill bits. Black oxide coated brass and cadmium plated fasteners are prohibited. Where drawings specify the use of brass fasteners on a fuel or fuel oil tank, CRES 316 fasteners shall be substituted in lieu of brass. Consult the requirements of MIL-STD-777 and

Naval Ships’ Technical Manual (NSTM) Chapter 075 for guidance in instances where there is a question as to the material to be utilized.

1.15.1 Threads on externally threaded fasteners, after being installed and tightened, shall protrude a minimum of 2 threads to a maximum of 5 threads beyond the face of the nut with the exception of minimum thread protrusion for self-locking (plastic insert) nut installations. For those installations, bolt or stud end minimum thread protrusion shall be flush with the face of the nut. For self-locking nuts, the bolt or stud end shall protrude a maximum of 5 threads beyond the face of the nut after the nut is tightened.

1.15.2 Clean, chase, and tap exposed threaded areas of each fastener and threaded socket.

1.15.3 Tighten threaded fasteners in the sequence, patterns, and the torque values, when not otherwise specified, using the requirements of Section 4, paragraph 075-4.1 through

075-4.6.2 of NSTM Chapter 075 for guidance.

1.16 Preservation

Accomplish all preservation installation and repairs as follows:

1.16.1 (CDRL A026) Measure, record, and maintain objective quality evidence (OQE) information on current year Appendix’s One through 8 throughout the entire performance of preservation operations. OQE information for the process being performed shall be made immediately available for onsite review upon request by the COR.

1.16.1.1 Appendices One through 8 shall be in accordance with Reference

QA_Appendix_Forms_Forms_C411_2018_Contractors.pdf

1.16.1.2 All spaces that are not applicable shall be marked N/A.

1.16.1.3 Unused sections shall be crossed out and marked N/A.

1.16.1.4 Any errors shall have a strikethrough, initialed and dated by the person making the correction.

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1.16.1.5 Any markings that are illegible or unclear shall be considered invalid.

1.16.2 Comply with the coating manufacturer’s F-718 requirements for the establishment and maintenance of environmental conditions and for coating thickness applications throughout the entire removal and preservation operation(s).

1.16.3 Apply contrasting colors between the primer, stripe, intermediate, and topcoat using coating products that are from the same manufacturer; that are compatible with each other; that are a different color from both the preservation over which it is being applied and the next coat in the system; and in accordance with the manufacturer’s F-718.

1.16.4 Apply stripe coat to all edges, weld seams, welds of attachments and appendages, cutouts, corners, butts, foot/handholds, including back side of piping, underside of beams and other mounting hardware (non-flat surface) after each previous full coat has dried. The stripe coat shall encompass and extend a minimum of One-inch beyond the intersection of two flat surface planes, each radii edge, and all perpendicular shapes, edges, or angles.

1.16.5 Mask and/or install temporary expandable foreign material exclusion (FME) plugs, blanks, or other hard and durable protective covers, painted blaze orange, in hull openings and surfaces to prevent system contamination or equipment damage from abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and preservation operations. The use of cloth, polyvinyl sheet, paper, tape, rubber sheeting, and wood or wood products as FME prevention devices is prohibited.

1.16.5.1 Establish an FME log, record, and identify the location of each protective covering installed and removed, including each corresponding and specific measurement(s), location(s), and/or area(s) in relationship to structural members or from suitable hull reference points.

1.16.5.2 Remove each temporary FME plug, blank, and protective covering, record removal date in FME log, and restore each system to its original configuration upon final completion of testing, blasting, and preservation operations.

1.16.6 Solvent clean surface prior to the start of each blasting, and preservation operation. Accomplish the requirements of Surface Preparation Specification SSPC-SP-1 of Systems and Specifications, SSPC Painting Manual, Volume 2.

1.16.7 Accomplish touch-up preservation for new and disturbed surfaces shall match surrounding coating system(s) in accordance with the manufacturer’s F-718.

1.16.8 Feather edges of well-adhered paint remaining after cleaning for all surface preparation methods. Visible areas of defective existing paint shall be removed until an area of completely intact and adhering paint is attained around the defective area by feathering (tapering) the edges of tightly adhering existing paint at an approximate 30 degree slope into the newly prepared bare metal surface thus preventing application of new paint over loose or cracked paint.

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1.16.9 Paints shall not be thinned.

1.16.10 Hull and freeboard preservation coatings shall be fully cured prior to undocking.

All other preservation coatings shall be fully cured prior to final delivery to the

Government.

1.16.10.1 Preservation coatings are considered fully cured when they meet the requirements of the applicable manufacturer’s F-718 Minimum Cure to Service

Time Schedule and are dry throughout their thicknesses.

1.16.11 Conduct surface chloride or surface conductivity measurements.

1.16.11.1 Surface Chloride; shall not exceed 3 ug/cm2 (30 mg/m2) for immersed or 5 ug/cm2 (50 mg/m2) non-immersed applications. Surface conductivity; shall not exceed 30 micro-siemens/cm immersed or 70 micro-siemens/cm non-immersed applications.

1.16.11.2 Readings shall be documented on Appendices 4.

1.17 Environmental and Hazardous Waste Management

Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, acts, ordinances, and rules for environmental protection and hazardous waste management / disposal, including obtaining required licenses, generator identification number, and permits. Designate one employee responsible for environmental and hazardous waste management. All contract, manifests, invoices, and other documents related to the removal, storage, handling, transportation or disposal of hazardous waste shall bear a generator identification number issued to the Contractor pursuant to applicable law. Take actions to mitigate creation of hazardous waste by recycling and other available methods. All hazardous waste generated by work under this contract is anticipated to be Contractor generated and shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Estimated hazardous waste associated with work required in these Specifications is listed below:

Product Amount

Cleaning Solvents 50 gallons

Paint (enamel, latex, epoxy, thinners, oil based, rubber, non-skid, lacquer, varnishes, removers) 50 gallons

Rags (contaminated with a known source) 50 pounds

Blast Media and paint chips contaminated with heavy metals and other contaminants

35,000 pounds

(CDRL A027) Hazardous waste generated during the actual performance of the work may vary in type or amount from the waste listed above. The above is an estimate of the amount of waste anticipated to be generated, not an estimate of the amount of work in generating that waste.

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1.17.1 The Contractor shall ensure that their cost proposal for the work proposed herein includes reasonable compensation for all anticipated cost of managing and disposing of the wastes listed above, and/or created or generated in the execution of the delivery order issued, in accordance with the requirements of 42 USC 6901-6992 Rev

1996, 49 USC 5103 and 10 USC 7311 Rev 1/22/11. The Contractor shall include a 5-way break down of the anticipated costs associated with this effort in their offer.

1.17.2 Consider coatings to contain heavy metals (e.g. lead, chromium, cadmium), hexavalent chromium, crystalline silica, and/or other toxic or hazardous substances until laboratory analysis establishes otherwise. Comply with all procedures and precautions required for employee protection, sampling, removal, and disposal.

1.17.3 Consider insulation, lagging, and mastics to be asbestos-containing material

(ACM) until it can be established by laboratory analysis, or other reliable method(s), that the material does not contain asbestos. Ensure compliance with the requirements of 29

CFR 1915.1001.

1.17.4 Consider materials, debris, and/or residue associated with ventilation systems to contain toxic/hazardous substances including but not limited to cadmium, chromium, and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCBs) until laboratory analysis establishes otherwise.

1.18 Materials

All Contractor furnished materials (CFM) installed shall be new. Materials shall be as indicated on the listed drawings, publications or as specified in this specification. The use of asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), magnesium, cadmium, or mercury in any materials is prohibited.

1.19 Label Plates

Label plates installed in locations exposed to the weather shall be CRES and shall be prepared by the “Metal-Photo” process and sealed to exclude moisture between the plate and the mounting surface. Label plates shall be installed to assure maximum visibility.

Label plates shall be attached with corrosion-resistant steel (CRES) screws or adhesive, using reference 2.7 for guidance. Where adhesive is used, surface preparation shall be in strict accordance with the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions. Test label plates shall be attached on or adjacent to all equipment or components tested without interference to equipment or component operation. The label shall identify the equipment or component, the test load, the dynamic and static load (if applicable), the rated load, the date of testing, and the activity performing the test, using the layout format of reference 2.7 for guidance.

1.20 Integrate Logistic Support

Maintain legible original copies in approved transferrable media, of the following original equipment manufacturers (OEM) information: operating instructions, manuals, drawings, catalog cut sheets, warranty information, and all other supporting documents, for all new equipment, parts, and supplies installed.

1.21 Gas Free

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(CDRL A028) Provide certified marine chemist, certified industrial hygienist services, and shipyard competent person services as required by 29 CFR 1915 for Contractor and

Government personnel.

1.21.1 Consolidate and maintain the Contractor’s current confined space entry/gas free certification processes into a single and comprehensive document as part of a confined space/gas free certification program.

1.21.2 Maintain a list of Contractor’s National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) marine chemist certifying gas-free conditions for this project and a list identifying

Contractor employees designated as “Competent Persons” in accordance with 29 CFR

1915.7

1.21.3 Post, update, and maintain gas free certificates IAW 29 CFR 1915 during the entire contract period of performance.

1.22 General Requirements for Testing

Test all Contractor affected equipment, systems and subsystems for compliance with this

SOW and commercial marine standards and practices. Demonstrate workmanship, alignment, strength, rigidity, water tightness, functionality, and suitability for the purpose intended.

1.22.1 (CDRL A029) Develop and submit a Test Plan for each test required by this

SOW, containing paragraph number or listed applicable reference requiring tests;

identification of each component/system; description of each test; accept/reject criteria;

date scheduled; Government notifications; date completed; and each test result.

1.22.1.1 Fully integrate the Test Plan with the Contractor’s production schedule.

1.22.1.2 Provide the number of tests for a given system, component, or installation required to demonstrate required satisfactory performance. This section specifies tests to be performed in support of the work performed.

1.22.2 Provide detailed description of pre-operational checks to be conducted, operations to be performed, and the parameters to be satisfied. Develop data sheets which provide spaces for recording the quantitative values measured during the test, for each test procedure. Specify the minimum and maximum allowable tolerance limits for each measured value. Develop signature sheets for fill-in by the person conducting the test, the Government witness present, and the date of the test. Block diagrams, simplified schematics or diagrams may be used to clarify the procedure or test method. Include a comment sheet to record significant events and observations by either the Government witness or Contractor.

1.22.3 Provide materials, supplies, utilities, equipment, calibrated equipment/ instrumentation, services and personnel to accomplish each test. Incorporate safety precautions into each test procedure. Prepare all test documentation during the development and implementation of the acceptance test.

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1.22.3.1 Government and/or Ships Force support is required for the operation of vessel equipment and/or systems, a minimum of 2 workday’s prior notification of the operational/test support requirement shall be provided to the

COR.

1.22.3.2 Tests and equipment/systems operation requiring Government and/or

Ship’s Force operational support shall be scheduled for accomplishment during normal day shift working hours, as much as practicable.

1.22.3.3 Provide a minimum of 3 workdays prior notification to the COR for tests and equipment/system operations requiring Government and/or Ships

Force operational support for work being performed on weekends, after normal dayshift working hours, and immediately before and/or after Federal holidays

1.22.3.4 The COR or his representative shall receive notification a minimum of 2 workdays prior to each test/inspection. Equipment shall not be adjusted during acceptance testing. The COR may countersign the acceptance test/inspection report, however the Government’s signature does not constitute approval or concurrence in any aspect of the testing/inspection, other than the presence of the Government at the test.

1.22.3.5 Gage range shall be such that test pressure is in the middle third of each scale.

1.22.4 Perform tests using the applicable test procedure for systems and subsystems.

Demonstrate compliance with the specification requirements by satisfactory completion of the test. Complete all work prior to initial testing of that particular system or subsystem and in a timeframe sufficient to allow for correction of deficiencies prior to dock trials, sea trials, or other applicable milestones established in these specifications.

Perform adjustments and testing prior to each scheduled acceptance test.

1.22.4.1 Stop the test if the equipment, system, or subsystem tested fails to satisfy the acceptance criteria of the established test procedure. Identify the cause and correct.

1.22.5 Document the result of test requirements throughout this SOW.

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2.0 REFERENCES

All references shall be of the latest issue and/or revision or as indicated in the

Consolidated List of References. It is incumbent on the Contractor to maintain current commercial specifications and be thoroughly familiar with Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and ordinances. Contractor is prohibited from using Government provided technical information for any purpose other than that contemplated by the specifications.

Contractor is prohibited from further use, release, or disclosure of this information.

References provided on CD-ROM, including any information contained thereon, must be destroyed in accordance with the instructions included on the CD-ROM label, at completion of the contract. After award, for those Contractors in receipt of a CD-ROM and not awarded a delivery order, the CD-ROM including any information contained thereon, shall be destroyed in accordance with the instructions included on the CD-ROM label.

2.1 Order of Precedence

Unless otherwise noted within this specification, hierarchy, priority, or order of precedence of requirements shall be as follows:

2.1.1 Specification Definite Item

2.1.2 Specification General Requirement

2.1.3 Military/Navy Drawings

2.1.4 Military/Navy Technical Manuals

2.1.5 Commercial Drawings

2.1.6 Commercial Technical Manuals

2.1.7 Commercial or Industrial Standards

2.1.8 Commercial Practices

2.2 Discrepancies

Drawing, technical reference, or other discrepancies associated with this specification shall be reported using the Request for Specification Clarification form, during proposal, or the “Condition Found / Inspection Discrepancy Report” form (FIGURE A) during delivery order period of performance.

2.3 CONSOLIDATED LIST OF REFERENCES & DRAWINGS

The following drawings and publication requirements are applicable to this SOW

Ref Drawing Number Title

2.1 601-213256-D Work Float (Steel) Mooring Fittings

2.2 PWO-39394 Std Plan (60 x 15 x 4-6) Work Float

2.3 PWO-39395 Std Plan (60 x 15 x 4-6) Work Float

2.4 S2804-921819-C Distinguishing Figures for Miscellaneous Vessels

2.5 600-SK10653 UF’s (60x15x4-6) Rubber Fender Installation

2.6 803-921865 Rev T Cathodic Protection Sacrificial Anodes (Zinc)

2.7 S2803-980209 Rev L Bureau of Ships, Label Plates

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Ref Publication Number Title

1 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

2 10 USC 7311

Repair or Maintenance of Naval Vessels: Handling of Hazardous Waste

3 29 CFR 1915

Occupational Safety and Health Standards for

Shipyard Employment

4 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

5 42 USC 6901 to 6992 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976

6 49 USC 5103

Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization

Act of 1994

7 ANSI/AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code, Steel

8 ASTM F718

Standards for Shipbuilders and Marine Paints and

Coating Product/Procedure Data Sheet

9 MIL-STD-777

Schedule of Piping, Valves, Fittings and Associated

Piping Components for Naval Surface Ships

10 NSTM Chapter 074 Volume One Welding and Allied Processes

11 NSTM Chapter 075 Threaded Fasteners

12 NSTM Chapter 997 Docking Instructions and Routine Work in Dry

Dock

13 SSPC Painting Manual, Volume 1 Good Painting Practices

14 SSPC Painting Manual, Volume 2 Systems and Specifications

QA_Appendix_Forms_Forms_C411_

2018_Contractors.pdf QA Appendices

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3.0 WORK REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Docking and Undocking the Vessel: Accomplish the following to safely dock and undock the vessel.

3.1.1 Personnel and Equipment: Furnish qualified and experienced personnel, facilities and the necessary equipment to safely dock and undock the vessel, including:

3.1.1.1 A Dock Master currently qualified and certified by the Contractor and accepted by the Government Docking Observer (GDO).

3.1.1.2 Supporting employees to accomplish the docking and undocking evolutions.

3.1.1.3 Tugs, pilots and divers required for the complete transfer, docking and undocking of each vessel. At the docking conference, the GDO will review and approve the number and size of the tugs required

3.1.2 Docking Procedure: (CDRL A030) Develop a docking procedure prior to dry docking, which shall include the following:

3.1.2.1 Operating practices.

3.1.2.2 Safety and security plans.

3.1.2.3 Special precautions or actions required by the characteristics of the dock, marine railway or other docking methods.

3.1.2.4 Pumping/flooding schedule

3.1.2.5 Specific list, trim and stability requirements.

3.1.3 Blocking Plan: Develop a blocking plan to set and align the docking blocks in accordance with the requirements of NSTM Chapter 997, using reference 2.1 through 2.3 for guidance.

3.1.3.1 Develop docking plan in the form of a scaled drawing to include block size, block spacing and location of vessel with respect to the blocks at landing.

Position blocking to ensure that equipment on the surface of or protruding from the hull will not be damaged.

3.1.3.2 Determine the docking clearances utilizing references for guidance and the following requirements:

Determine the docking clearances utilizing references for guidance and the following requirements: The minimum clearance between the side of the vessel (including fixed projections) and the permanent dock structure (such as wingwalls, crane rails, piers, etc.) shall be 12 inches

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3.1.3.2.1 Minimum vertical clearance between the keel of the vessel and the dock floor shall be 42 inches for barges, excluding deep draft barges and barges with propulsion.

3.1.3.3 The blocking plan shall be accompanied by a written request for approval to the GDO a minimum of 5 working days prior to the scheduled docking date. The use of haul, fixed, or fitted blocks shall be clearly stated.

3.1.3.4 The use of universal docking blocks is prohibited.

3.1.3.5 Maintain supporting data substantiating that:

3.1.3.5.1 The block loading pressures are limited to a maximum of 20 long tons per square foot.

3.1.3.5.2 The number, distance from centerline, and square footage of the side blocks per side is sufficient to resist overturning moments.

3.1.3.5.3 At least 90 percent of blocks land on longitudinal strength members or main transverse bulkheads.

3.1.3.6 Blocking shall be constructed of hardwood or composite hardwood/concrete and soft caps, with at least 2 inches of soft cap thickness.

3.1.3.6.1 The term “hardwood”, for the purposes of this contract, includes White Oak, California Laurel, Oregon Myrtle, Iron Wood, Blue Gum, American Rock Elm, or preserved Red Oak. The normal lifespan for hardwood blocking is approximately 10 years.

3.1.3.6.2 Woods acceptable for use as soft caps are Douglas Fir, Tamarack, Long Leaf Pine, or Hemlock.

3.1.3.6.3 Composite blocking showing evidence of spalling and cracks, or chipped and damaged concrete is not acceptable.

3.1.3.7 Blocking showing evidence of excessive crushing, warping, cracking, checking, rotting, or damage from dogging, loss of contact at edges caused by cracking or unequal shrinkage or deterioration to an extent no longer being capable of supporting a prescribed load over full bearing areas is not acceptable and shall be replaced.

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3.1.4 Crib and Brace Blocking: Ensure that crib and brace blocking are in accordance with the requirements of NSTM Chapter 997, using the drawing applicable to the docking facility.

3.1.4.1 The aspect ratio for un-cribbing keel blocks shall not exceed 2.0 where the ratio is defined as the height divided by the horizontal dimension for the longitudinal and transverse, each checked separately.

3.1.4.2 Side blocks with a longitudinal dimension less than 24 inches shall be longitudinally braced or cribbed when their height, as measured from the base to highest corner of the soft cap exceeds 3 times the longitudinal dimension.

Bracing shall be in accordance with NSTM CH 997.

3.1.5 Setting and Alignment of Docking Blocks: Furnish, set, record, and align the blocks in accordance with the Government approved Contractor blocking plan and in accordance with the requirements of NSTM CH 997. Prepare dry dock for inspection at least one workday prior to the proposed docking. Notify and accomplish an inspection of the blocking with the GDO in a timeframe sufficient to make blocking changes. Develop documentation of the inspection showing blocking, sighting marks on dock coping relative to block locations, spacing, offsets, heights, and shaping to the GDO at least 4 hours prior to flooding the dry dock. Immediately prior to flooding the dry dock, perform a final inspection with the GDO to ensure that no loose trach, wood, equipment, and other extraneous matter could float up during flooding and interfere with/delay the docking operation.

3.1.6 Docking Conference: Perform a docking conference attended by the GDO and

COR, the Contractor’s Dock Master, the pilot who will be present during the docking evolution, and required dive personnel within 4 working days prior to the scheduled docking of the vessel. The Dock Master shall discuss the time of docking, tide situation, weather conditions, tug and pilot arrangements, line handling, electrical shore power, grounding, safety issues, safety concerns, and other services and procedures.

3.1.7 Docking the Vessel: Dry dock the vessel without strain. Immediately after docking, electrically connect the vessel hull at the bow and stern of the vessel for protection against lightning and other static charges in accordance with the requirements of NSTM CH 074, Volume One, and NSTM CH 997.

3.1.7.1 Notify the GDO a minimum of 2 work days prior to actual docking and undocking of vessel.

3.1.7.1.1 Contact the COR for current GDO contact information.

3.1.7.2 Dry dock facilities shall have an alternate / back up electrical power generating and distributing source to furnish all electrical requirements for docking and undocking of vessel, in the event of a loss of main power source.

3.1.8 Post Docking: Prepare and inspect vessel underwater hull surfaces.

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3.1.8.1 Immediately after docking, perform a visual inspection of the underwater portions of the vessel with the GDO for damage and deterioration.

Inspect the fit on the blocks and furnish necessary shimming between the blocking and the hull movement and to ensure 100 percent block contract with the hull structure.

3.1.8.2 Within 8 hours of docking, wash the underwater hull and fittings with fresh water at a minimum of 3,000 PSIG nozzle pressure to remove dirt, slime, marine growth, fouling and other foreign substances.

3.1.8.3 Comply with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances for disposal of wash water and debris removed from underwater portions of the vessel.

3.1.9 Undocking the vessel: After completion of work, undock the vessel at a time and date agreed upon by the GDO and the Contractor. Perform an undocking conference similar to the docking conference of 3.1.7 within 3 days prior of undocking. Immediately prior to flooding the dry dock, perform an inspection with the GDO to ensure that no loose trash, wood, equipment, and other extraneous matter could float up during flooding and interfere with/delay the undocking operation.

3.1.9.1 Immediately after the hull penetrations are submerged and before the vessel lifts off the blocks, stop flooding the dry dock. Accomplish a watertight integrity check of the hull with the COR. Continue flooding of the dock when directed by the GDO.

3.1.9.2 After the vessel has cleared the blocks, perform a visual inspection of the underwater hull surfaces to ensure that no soft caps are adhered to the hull surfaces. Perform a visual inspection of the docking blocks to account for all soft caps and to ensure that no blocks are adhered to the underwater hull structure of the vessel.

3.1.10 Docking Observer: The Docking Observer is the Government official certified by the Government as qualified to execute the duties of a Docking Observer. The presence of the Docking Observer is for protecting the Navy’s interests, not to give direction to the

Contractor. However, the Docking Observer shall have the authority to stop the docking, undocking or launching evolution when the vessel safety or other Navy interests are jeopardized. This authority does not imply limitations on or responsibility for the action of the Contractor’s Dock Master.

3.1.11 Final Docking Report: (CDRL A031) Develop a final docking report (NAVSEA

9997/1 through 9997/5, as necessary) upon completion of undocking. Electronic versions of the final docking report, in portable document format (PDF) and MSWord format are available from the GDO upon request.

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3.2 Hull Repairs and Preservation

Accomplish hull repairs as following:

3.2.1 Identify Distinguishing Figures and Markings: Identify and record existing distinguishing underwater body, hull, and freeboard color schemes, markings and figures in sketch form listing colors, locations, sizes, and distinguishing marking(s), and figure(s) information, using references 2.1 and 2.4 for guidance.

3.2.2 Rubber Fenders: Remove existing rubber fender materials and rubber fender fasteners from the vessel and sweep blast clean to remove sea growth, paint, and other contaminants from the fender surfaces. Retain existing hardware for re- installation, using reference 2.5 for guidance.

3.2.2.1 Temporarily store the cleaned rubber fender materials.

3.2.2.2 Install the cleaned rubber fender materials and rubber fender fasteners to their original locations on the vessel after full cure time has elapsed after final application of the hull and freeboard surface preservation.

3.2.3 Zinc Anodes: Remove existing, install new zinc anodes and associated CRES

316 fasteners, using reference 2.6 for guidance.

3.2.3.1 Install new Quantity (16 Ea) hull zinc anodes conforming to the requirements of Type ZHC-42 on the underwater hull, and body of the vessel.

3.2.3.2 (CDRL A032) Identify and record exact location of each zinc anode.

3.2.3.2.1 List and identify corresponding specific measurements, locations, and/or areas in relationship to fixed hull structural members and docking block locations, or with measurements from suitable hull reference points.

3.2.3.2.2 A sketch of the underwater body and freeboard plating surfaces with appropriate data and measurements is an acceptable alternative.

3.2.3.3 Accomplish an electrical resistance test for each new zinc anode in accordance with General Note 4 of reference 2.6.

3.2.3.4 Ensure that new zincs remain free of preservation coatings.

3.2.4 Hull Blasting and Preservation: Remove existing and install new coating system to the underwater body, hull and freeboard surfaces. Final topcoat color configuration shall match the previously existing final color configuration, using the information recorded in 3.2.1 and references 2.2 through 2.4 for guidance.

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3.2.4.1 Near white blast clean the entire underwater body, hull and freeboard surfaces of the vessel from the keel up to…