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HSCG80-15-Q-P45001

USCGC ASSATEAGUE (WPB 1337)

FY15 DOCKSIDE AVAILABILITY

QUESTIONS

CLIN- D-001: Structural, (Aluminum Plating) Repairs, Deck Locker (1-17-1-A) (CSMP 14-002)

1. The CO stateroom carpet is being removed and reinstalled as interference on the structural aluminum repairs on the deck locker. If the carpet got damaged during removal, does the contractor have to replace it or will it be covered under an RFP?

Standard spec 0000 3.3.5 Interferences; said the contractor may exercise the discretion to work around certain interferences, when possible. It does not say in the work item to remove the carpet. Yes the contractor will be responsible.

2. During Ship Check the total deck and bulkhead to be replace is approximately 28 sq. ft. Please Clarify.

The deck is approximately 50”x50”. The three sides are 18” high.

CLIN D-006: QAWTD Hinges, Renew (CSMP 14-003)

3. Is the bilge on its gas free condition or does contractor need to clean the bilge?

Please clarify.

It would depend on the contractor’s results during the gas free testing of condition found.

CLIN D-010: Main Mast, Repair & Preserve, 100%

4. Paragraph 3.11 States “Stuffing Tubes Inspection. The Contractor shall perform the following inspections to the stuffing tubes located on the port and starboard open bridge area, then submit a CFR.”

Paragraph 3.12 states “Renewing stuffing tubes. The Contractor shall renew all the stuffing tubes in the open bridge with like kind and perform another water hose test to ensure no stuffing tubes leak.”

The above Paragraphs are conflicting.

Request Government to clarify whether the contractor is to inspect and turn in a CFR when a stuffing tube needs to be replaced and a change order is issue or the contractor to bid on replacing all stuffing tube on the open bridge area (Port/Stbd). Please provide size, quantity and type of stuffing tube to be replaced.

The contractor shall inspect, test, and submit CFR.