Questions_and_Answers_for_Solicitation_HSCG8017QP45335_USCGC_Blue_Shark_Dock_side_repairs.doc

Questions and Answers for Solicitation HSCG8017QP45335 USCGC Blue Shark Dock side repairs

1. We would like to know why “Temporary Services” is listed in the pricing schedule since the place of performance is at the vessel’s home pier Answer:

The work item for temporary services is an optional work item; the solicitation requires the services to be completed at the vessel’s home pier. As an optional work item this will not be required.

2. Work Item 1 Section 3.2 of the specification states contractor will dispose of removed fluids in accordance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations. During previous contracts of this type the government disposed of all fluids. Mainly because they have a system in place that deals with all fluids if the contractor has to dispose of all fluids the price is higher. It also states Renew all disturbed fasteners. Many fasteners can be reused like the engine mounting bolts. Price will be higher if all fasteners have to be replaced.

Answer:

As per the specification the contractor is responsible for the disposal of all removed fluids. As per the specification the contractor is responsible for the renewal of all disturbed fasteners.

3. Work Item 1 Section 3.3 states Renew all removed fluids (e.g. lube oil, jacket water, etc.) Normally the government handles all fluids.

Answer:

As per the specification the contractor is responsible for the renewal of all fluids.

4. Work Item 1 Section 3.4 states The Contractor shall ensure that divers are on standby in order to seal stern tube from hull side of stern tube in the event of water ingress from malfunctioning emergency inflatable shaft seal during alignment procedure. In the past this was not necessary. I have performed numerous shaft alignments and never had to use a diver.

Answer:

As per the specification the contractor is required to have divers on standby if necessary in the event that the emergency shaft seal does not prevent water ingress during engine alignment procedures.

5. This contract is going to be conducted at the cutters home port. Is Work Item 2 necessary? Everett WA does not have enough pier space for temporary additional work/living trailers.

Answer:

Work item 2 is not needed

7. Work Item 5 section 3.2.2 states that the contractor is responsible for disposal of all fluids. On previous contracts of this type the government handled all fluids.

Answer:

As per the specification the contractor is responsible for the renewal of all fluids.

8. Windows are not included as GFE. The company that sells them will not sell them to me because the Coast Guard has them under contract.

Answer:

Windows will be provided as GFE. See correct specifications package and GFE list.