Maple_Amend_5_Questions.docx

HSCG85-16-Q-P45014

USCGC MAPLE (WLB 207)

FY15 DRYDOCK AVAILABILITY

AMENDMENT 5 QUESTIONS

1. CLIN 1: Thruster Generator Shaft Seal (Bulkhead), Renew; Para. 3.3 to 3.5

OEM Rep (Wartsila) requests confirmation if seal testing utilizing water pressure by a bulkhead mounted test rig is required as op test or if testing consists of alignment under 3.4.1 and equipment rotation under 3.5 is intent of testing?

Additionally, if bulkhead mounted test rig is required, is the government in possession of this test rig?

Response: Check seal alignment in accordance CG Tech Pub 3524-243-A. See Attached.

Contractor will provided test rig, if needed.

2. CLIN 9: Twin Pivot Arm Davit, Inspect and Service

Task 2 calls out to Preserve the Twin Pivot Arm Davit and Foundation. Std spec 6310 Machinery Deck Option 1 calls out for SSPC-SP 10. As the intent of this work item is to inspect and test the davit, the contractor recommends SP-3 to eliminate unnecessary disassembly of a working davit. Please clarify the extent of disassembly and surface preparation

Response: SSPC-SP 10 is to be used.

3. CLIN 10: Buoy Crane, Inspect and Service

Tasks 24 & 25 calls out to “Partially Preserve the exterior and upper/lower crane cab assembly of the buoy crane”. The “Other” information column lists the phrase “including but not limited to” in reference to numerous components.

Please clarify the extent of disassembly and preservation desired, i.e. does extension boom need to be removed from the cutter, are internals of the boom and pedestal anticipated as being partially preserved, or is intent to cover only items disassembled to accomplish intent of the inspection and service to the buoy crane?

Response: 3.2.2 (Service and Inspect) “Partial Preservation”: Surface preparation and coating application accomplished for up to 33% of a ship component (e.g., tank, u/w body, freeboard, main deck, grid cooler, crane, davit, etc...). This may also include an additional finish coat over 100% of the component - for aesthetic purpose. In-process QC measures are applicable for partial preservation of surfaces defined as "critical-coated surfaces" [see paragraph 3.2.4.2 (In-process QC measures for “critical-coated surfaces”) of SFLC Std Spec 0000].

Service and Inspect Buoy Crane to SFLC STD SPEC 5000, 3.2.2 (Service and Inspect).

4. WI-15: Hydraulic Steering Cooler, Install

Are any ABS inspection requirements anticipated? If so, will the government provide any required ABS inspectors?

Response: 3.10 Operational Test – post repairs. After completion of work, the Contractor shall thoroughly test, in the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector and demonstrate all items or shipboard devices that have been disturbed, used, repaired, altered, or installed to be in satisfactory operating condition. Submit a CFR.

Drawing 225B-WLB 561-005, Rev B, Sheet #1, Materials List, Item #38. Supplier is unable to verify part number with item description. Request Coast Guard verifies Item 38 part number and description.

Response:

Item 38 QTY: 1 Ea

MFR : HAYS 2352-1271SW

Description: 1-1/4 “MESURFLO” FLOW CONTROL VALVE FOR SALT Material: Various

5. WI-24: Sea Trials, Performance, Support, Provide

Historically contractor has had to surrender power mound to support incoming Coast Guard Vessels. Surrendering the power mound seriously impacts production and requires contractor to provide a diesel power generator to perform work. Will contractor be guaranteed access to sufficient power throughout the availability at Coast Guard Base LA/LB or will contractor have to provide their own power source?

Response: CG Base LA/LB will provide electrical power to CGC MAPLE via shore tie.

6. WI-29: Decks – Exterior (Buoy or Construction Deck),Preserve 100%

Due to additional work item 29 and requirements, contractor is requesting an extension of period of performance of 15 additional calendar days.

Response: The period of performance will not be extended.