MAKIN_ISLAND_QA_Round_3v1.docx

NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND

N00024-17-R-4426

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS #3

The following are answers to questions received from potential offerors. The answers provide clarification only and DO NOT constitute an amendment to the solicitation.

41. In reference to “Work Item 437-80-001,” paragraph 3.1 states, “accomplish the requirements of 2.2 through 2.38, using 2.39 for material. All items listed as IAF on 2.2 through 2.38 shall be provided by the installing activity.” However, Reference 2.39 (Kitted Material) is listed in paragraph 5.3 GFM which lists the same materials in references 2.2 through 2.38. Please clarify whether the material in 2.2 through 2.38 are to be provided as IAF or will it be provided as GFM as stated in paragraph 5.3 - Reference 2.39? Please clarify.

a. GFM was listed in error, should state "IAF" (Installation Activity Furnished) as per install drawings. Error was corrected in ERRATA 2.

42. In reference to “Work Item 245-11-001,” S9245-A2-MMA-010 does not include the LHD 8 CP Propeller Design Details (DWG) that would be required to complete Item 245-11-001, Attachment A. Please provide the NAVSEA CP Propeller Design Detail Drawing for LHD 8.

a. LHD 8 CP Propeller Design Details drawing will be provided to all potential offerors via AMRDEC.

43. In reference to “Work item 644-11-003, Troop Shower; repair,” paragraph 3.1, “Remove existing bulkhead panels, overhead sheathing, and associated hardware from location listed in 1.2, using 2.2 and 2.3 for guidance”. The specification does not identify any requirement to rip out the shower stalls and associated hardware (i.e. partitions, stiles, Soap /shampoo shelves and grab bars) or shower head mixing valves nor does it state to retain for reinstall. Paragraph 3.4, states “Install new shower stalls, bulkhead panels, overhead sheathing, and associated hardware using 2.2 and 2.3 for guidance” then provides a list of “New” material to be installed. Is it the Customer's intent to have Contractor purchase all materials that are not listed in paragraph 3.4 and any additional materials it will take to install all new items required to complete Work Item or to retain all items not provided for by paragraph 3.4 as interference to be reinstalled?

Note this Pre-Proposal Information (PPI) also applies to the following listed Work Items,

• Work Item 644-11-004, Troop Shower; repair

• Work Item 944-11-005, Crew Shower; repair

a. Interferences are to be removed and reinstalled IAW Work Item 009-23. If the material is not fit to be reinstalled, an Inspection Deficiency Report (IDR) shall be submitted IAW Work Item 009-01.

44. In reference to “Work Item 992-11-009,“ paragraph 3.24 states that 7 fire zone boundaries are to be maintained but only 6 fire zone boundaries are identified. It is recommended that paragraph 3.24 be revised to read “Maintain 6 fire zone boundaries aboard the vessel…”

a. Concur. The quantity of fire zone boundaries is 6 vise 7. Error was corrected in ERRATA 2.

45. In reference to “Work Item 992-11-009,“ paragraph 3.12 through 3.16 greatly exceed the requirements of NSI 009-08 and result in a multi-million dollar increase in the cost of this service. It is recommended that these additional fire protection requirements be deleted from this work item and the requirements of the NAVSEA Standard Items be used to define temporary fire protection requirements.

a. Do not concur. The additional fire protection is a Government requirement for this Availability.

46. In reference to “Work Item 110-11-001,” Paragraph 3.1 states “Five days prior to dry docking the ship the contractor has the option of cleaning the hull by scrubbing in accordance with 2.2”. Since dry docking is required to occur on the first day of the Availability (A+0) when offerors propose using the NAVSTA San Diego pier for a portion of this availability, then hull cleaning would need to take place at NAVSTA San Diego no later than A-5. However, contractors are not permitted to perform hull scrubbing within their own facilities in the Port of San Diego nor at NAVSTA San Diego. Since not cleaning the hull prior to dry docking would result in a significant increase in cost and the duration of dry docking, it is recommended that the Navy perform the hull scrubbing no later than A-5, utilizing their existing IDIQ contract for that type of work.

a. Concur. The Government will perform hull scrubbing prior to docking.

47. In reference to “Work Item 623-11-002, Starboard (Stbd) Accommodation Ladder; repair,” paragraph 3.1, states “Accomplish a visual inspection of the upper rotating platform foundation and rotating plate”. Paragraph 3.2, states “Accomplish repair of the rotating platform foundation as reported in 3.1.1, using 2.2 for guidance”. Contractor notes that the Specification as written does not provide coverage for equitable adjustment of labor and material to accomplish the repairs in paragraphs 3.2 through 3.2.1 when authorized by the SUPERVISOR. Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. Concur. No known work is described under paragraph 3.2 and 3.2.1. Discrepancies reported under paragraph 3.1 and 3.1.1 will require a change order via IDR / Condition Found Report (CFR). ERRATA 3 deleted paragraphs 3.2 and 3.2.1 from the Work Item.

48. In reference to “Work Item 123-11-001,” paragraph 4.1 states, “this item to be worked in conjunction with item 123-11-007 (Fuel Oil/Ballast Tank Clad Weld; accomplish).” Item 123-11-007 is not on the index or Attachment J-4. Please advise.

a. Concur. Work Item 123-11-007 is not a valid work item. ERRATA 3 changes work item from 123-11-007 to 123-11-010 under paragraph 4.1.

49. Bidder requests clarification of “Work Item 992-11-008, Fuel Assistance and Towboat Service for Fuel Barge; provide (Option Item)”? Bidder assumes this Option Work Item is only applicable to bidders not located in the Port of San Diego. As such, bidders in the Port of San Diego would not be required to bid this Option Work Item. Request customer confirm this bid assumption?

a. Your assumption is correct. This item is not applicable to bidders in San Diego.

50. In reference to “Work Item 583-90-002, ShipAlt 75091K, Class Boat Davit Removal/Replacement; accomplish,” paragraph 3.1, states “Accomplish the requirements of 2.2 through 2.33, using 2.39 for material”. Reference 2.39, Attachment A, KITTTED MATERIAL SA 75091K was not provided on disc provided by SWRMC on 01/25/2017. Will the Customer provide a copy of reference 2.39?

a. Reference 2.39 will be provided to all potential offerors via AMRDEC.

51. Upon review of document “ReadMe – II.txt” received on disc provided by SWRMC on 01/25/2017 states, the following references will be provided separately:

When will the Customer provide a schedule for delivery of the above listed references?

a. Below is the status of the requested references:

52. In reference to “Work item 631-13-002, Well Deck preservation; accomplish,” paragraph 3.1 states, “Match mark, identify, and record position of each batter board located in 1.2.” Contractor note that the paragraph 3.1 does not address removal of synthetic deck panels. Paragraph 3.4 states, “Accomplish the requirements of 009-32 of 2 .1, including Table 2, Line 20, Columns A and B, for well deck bulkheads and decks located in 1.2.” Contractor notes this specification appears to have been written for batter boards only. Will the Customer be issuing an ERRATA clarifying the removal and installation of synthetic deck panels?

a. Paragraph 3.1 is to map existing locations of the batter boards to ensure that when reinstalling the batter boards, they are re-installed in their original locations. Paragraph 3.2 of item 631-13-002 removes batter boards. Paragraph 3.5 re-installs batter boards. 009-32 Table 2 line 20 is for steel surfaces covering the locations listed in 1.2.1. Paragraph 3.2 reads "Remove existing and retain each batter board located in 1.2." Paragraph 3.5 should read "Install the batter boards removed in 3.2 (vise 3.1) and located in 1.2, using 2.3 and 2.4 for guidance." These changes were made in ERRATA 3.

53. In reference to “Work Item 631-11-006, Shaft Alley Bilges; preserve,” reference 2.2 (622-6125223 Rev H) does not show the locations listed in paragraph 1.2. Contractor notes that one of following listed (7) drawings could provide detail for the locations indicated in 1.2. Note drawing titles were not available to Contractor so that clear identification of applicable location could be ascertained.

i. LH8622106 LHD LHD FLOOR Pl. GRTG, MISC LAD& HNC 622 556 9 808 622-7561976 9015

ii. LH6622310 LHD LHD FL PL,GRTG,HNDRL & MISC LAD A 622 556 10 808 622-7561742 8139

iii. LH8622329 LHD LHD FLOOR PL GRTG & HANDRAIL..MC~622 556 6 806 622-7561743 11917

iv. LH8622330 LHD LHD FLOOR PL, GRTG. HNDRL & MISC 622 563 14 806 622-7561744 10013

v. LH8622354 LHD LHD FLOOR PL, GRTG, HNDRL & MISC 622 556 31 806 622-7561746 12219

vi. LH8622355 LHD LHD FLOOR PL GRTG & HANDRAILMCHi22 556 11 808 622-7561747 11914

vii. LH8622410 LHD LHD FLOOR PL GRTG & HNDRL SHIP~ 622 556 10 806 622-7561977 7753

Request Customer provide the above listed drawing to Bidder? This PPI is also applicable to Work Item 631-11-004, Shaft Alley Bilges; preserve

a. Missing references will be provided by AMRDEC.

54. In reference to “Work Item 593-11-001, Hydroblast, Collection, Holding, and Transfer (CHT) System; accomplish,” paragraph 3.1.1, states “The system diagrams are marked with suggested locations for clean-outs. Use these as recommended locations to identify any existing or additional clean-outs required to perform an approved flush”. Paragraph 3.2.2, states “Installation and hydrostatic testing of additional clean-out fittings of 2.2, prior to cleaning operation”. Quantities and sizes of additional cleanouts cannot be accurately determined until actual onboard inspection. Contractor notes that that labor and materials needed for additional cleanouts not identified by reference 2.2 will be subject of an IDR requesting equitable adjustment. Does the Customer concur with Contractor's above listed observations?

a. Concur. Installation of additional clean-outs that are required to complete an approved flush are subject to an IDR for approval.

55. In reference to “Work Item 415-90-001,” reference 2.5 DWG #8715477 lists items 15 through 19 with no quantities. Please provide required quantities for each line item.

a. DWG 663-8715477 SH 5 DETAIL 37 B lists the following quantities:

1. Piece 15 - 10 EA

2. Piece 16 - 20 EA

3. Piece 17 - 28 EA

4. Piece 18. Quantity listed in QTY required box is listed as HD (100 EA). Those are intended for use with pieces 15 and 16

5. Piece 19 - 28 EA SH 5 DETAIL 39 E lists the following quantities:

1. Piece 15 - 10 EA

2. Piece 16 - 20 EA

56. In reference to “Work Item 583-90-002,” paragraph 5.3 references “Attachment A” that is the GFM list for SCD 75091. Attachment A was not provided on the CD. Please provide as soon as possible.

a. Reference 2.39 will be provided to all potential offerors via AMRDEC.

57. In reference to “Work Item 512-11-011, Ventilation Closure Valve Assembly; repair,” paragraph 3.5.2, states “Inspect each part for wear and defects, using 2.6 for guidance” and paragraph 3.5.2.1, states “Submit one legible copy, in hard copy or approved transferrable media, of a report listing results of the requirements of 3.5.2 to the SUPERVISOR”. Paragraph 3.6, states “Accomplish repair of the actuator, using 2.6, 2.7, and Technical Representative for guidance”. Contractor notes that Bidder is unable to determine the parts that would require replacement, this would be only available after the inspection, report and Tech Rep guidance. Contractor notes that the Specification as written does not provide coverage for equitable adjustment of labor and material to accomplish the repairs in paragraph 3.6 based on the results of the inspection, report and Tech Rep guidance when authorized by the SUPERVISOR. Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. Paragraph 3.6 is needed to cover known repair parts as described in paragraph 3.7. 3.7 reads "Remove existing, fit, and install new the parts provided in 5.1 using 2.4 for guidance." The report that is required under paragraph 3.5.2.1 is in place to add additional repairs not already covered by the Work Item. A change order will be issued from the results of the inspection (3.5.2) for any parts/labor not already identified to be completed by the work item. The Government does not intend on issuing an ERRATA.

58. In reference to “Work Item 521-11-001, Firemain Valve; repair,” paragraph 3.5.2, states “Inspect each part for wear and defects, using 2.3 for accept or reject criteria” and paragraph 3.5.2.1, states “Submit one legible copy, in hard copy or approved transferrable media, of a report listing results of the requirements of 3.5.2 to the SUPERVISOR”. Paragraph 3.6, states “Install each repaired gate valve and remote operator assembly using 2.2 and 2.3 for guidance”. Contractor notes that Bidder is unable to determine the parts that would require replacement, this would be only available after the inspection, report and Tech Rep guidance. Contractor notes that the Specification as written does not provide coverage for equitable adjustment of labor and material to accomplish the repairs that appear to have been accomplished and worked in conjunction with the tasks identified in paragraphs 3.5.3 through 3.5.6 and required in order to accomplished paragraph 3.6 based on the results of the inspection, report and Tech Rep guidance when authorized by the SUPERVISOR. Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. Required parts to be replaced will be identified in paragraph 3.5.2.1. A change order will be issued from the results of the inspection paragraph 3.5.2 and reported in paragraph 3.5.2.1. These repairs will be accomplished prior to equipment re-installation under paragraph 3.6. The Government does not intend on issuing an ERRATA.

59. In reference to “Work Item 520-10-001, Sea Valve; repair and replace,” paragraph 3.3, states “Install new each 2 1/2 inch and below valve, listed in 1.3.1 through 1.3.8, and 5.1 using 2.3 through 2.18 for guidance”. Contractor notes that the Identification provided in 1.3.5, valve serial number DUB-V-3031 as a 0.50 inch IPS valve; however, reference 2.2 identifies it as a 1-1/2 inch IPS valve. Paragraph 3.4, states “Accomplish the requirements of 009-47 of 2.1 for (96 EA) gate valve 3 inches and larger removed in 3.2 and listed in 2.2.” Contractor notes there are no directions that pertain to the requirements to overhaul and inspect the following valves:

1. Serial number SD-V-1127, 3 inch IPS Angle Globe Stop Check Valve,

2. Serial number SD-V-1631, 3 inch IPS Globe Stop Check Valve, and

3. Serial number SD-V-1682, 4 inch Ball Valve.

Contractor notes that the applicable NAVSEA Standard Items to accomplish repairs should be IAW 009-51 to SD-V-1127 and SD-V-1631, and repairs IAW 009-96 to SD-V-1682. Will an ERRATA be issue to revise this Specification correcting the above listed disparities?

a. Valve listed in 1.3.5 (DUB-V-3031) is a ½ inch valve vise 1-1/2 inch valve. ERRATA 3 was issued to revise paragraph 3.4 to (93 EA) gate valves and to incorporate NAVSEA Standard items 009-51 and 009-96.

60. In reference to “Work Item 830-80-001, Title: ShipAlt LHD8-13907.02D, Weight and Moment Compensation; accomplish,” paragraph 3.2 states “Accomplish the requirements of 009-12 of 2.1, including Table One, Columns A and B, Lines One through 10”. Sub- paragraph 3.2.1 states” Accomplish the requirements of 009-09 of 2.1 for P-1 piping”.

Contractor notes the paragraph stating “Accomplish nondestructive testing in accordance with Line 13” is missing, Will an ERRATA be issue to revise this Specification correcting the above listed disparity?

a. Concur. ERRATA 3 added non-destructive testing in accordance with Line 13.

61. Contractor notes that a copy of the USS Makin Island (LHD-8) Damage Control (DC) plates would assist with estimating the Specification package. Will a copy of the USS Makin Island (LHD-8) DC plates be made available to Bidders?

a. Damage Control plates will not be made available due to being CLASSIFIED.

62. In reference to “Work Item 844-31-001,” paragraph 3.1 directs to accomplish the requirements of 009-117. To enable offerors the ability to properly prepare a proposal for both the cost and schedule submissions, please provide the GFI Combat Systems Compartment Release Schedule (CRS) as required by 009-117.

a. The Combat Systems CRS is Government Furnished Information (GFI) that is not required until A-60 (approximately same time as contract award). Bidders are requested to prepare proposals without this information.

63. In reference to “Work Item 163-11-001, Waster Sleeve; replace,” contractor notes this specification does not include testing requirements after the reassembly of Waster pieces and valves. Contractor believes at a minimum, an operational test should be included in this work item prior to undocking the vessel. Can the Customer provide clarification regarding why an operational test was not provided in this specification?

a. Operational test requirements are listed under Work Items 163-11-002 (Sea Chest; inspect and repair) and 520-10-001 (Sea Valve; repair and replace).

64. In reference to “Work Item 437-80-002, ShipAlt LHD8 - 84548D, Radar Tank Level Indicator (TLI) System Replace; accomplish,” paragraph 3.4.3, States “Accomplish the requirements of 009-12 of 2.1, including Table 1, Column A, Lines One through 10”. Contractor notes there are additional NDT requirement for the class P-1 piping for this Specification Reference 2.11, drawing 551-8695141, Fuel COMP Tanks-HP Air PP Temp RMVL (2-68-2-Q), Test Note T-5. Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. The Government does not intend on issuing an ERRATA. The test note states: "The following shall apply to welded joints only: The hydrostatic strength test pressure specified in test note T-4 can be reduced to a tightness verification at normal system operating pressure of 4200 PSIG at normal operating temperature provided the following applicable nondestructive test (NDT) is satisfactorily accomplished. Dye penetrant test (PT) or magnetic particle test (MT) of the root layer and PT of the final weld layer are required in addition to and in accordance with requirements of S9074-AR-GIB-010/278.

Under the Work Item, PT or MT are acceptable tests of the root layer. The bidder has the option to select the root layer test and propose that cost accordingly in their proposal.

65. In reference to “Work Item 612-90-001,” reference 2.5, Item No. 11 on the Drawing calls out 2-1/2 inch pipe, Schedule 80. Material being provided as GFM in Attachment A (reference 2.15) for Item No. 11 is listed as Schedule 40 pipe. Please clarify/correct this discrepancy.

a. 2-1/2 inch, Schedule 80 piping shall be provided per the drawing. An updated BOM will be provided via AMRDEC.

66. In reference to “Work Items 245-11-005 and 245-12-001” and Question and Answer number 35. Please clarify the Government response. The materials will be removed from the vessel and shipped by the offeror to the OEM facility. Since the materials are in a rotatable pool and because they are GFM, the return shipment should already be covered. Please confirm/clarify.

a. Costs for shipping the GFM to and from the OEM to the Contractor’s facility is not covered. Bidding contractor should include costs for shipping to and from OEM, as per the work specification.

67. In reference to "Work Item 992-11-008, Fuel Assistance and Towboat Service for Fuel Barge; provide,” for the portion of the USS Makin Island DPMA effort to be performed at Government provided facilities, Bidder assumes that Work Item 992-11-008 requirements will be provided by the Navy customer. Please provide customer concurrence with this assumption. If customer does not agree with this assumption, please provide specific Work Item 992-11-008 requirements that Bidder will be responsible for while the vessel is located at Government provided facilities? Bidder also requests clarification of Work Item 992-11-008 work scope associated with contractors located in the Port of San Diego?

a. Concur. Work Item is only applicable to out-of-port bidders. The Work Item was moved from CLIN 0008 to CLIN 0006. See updated J-4 Rev5 in RFP Amendment 3. Also see Questions and Answers #3, number 49.

68. In reference to "Work Item 992-11-009, Temporary Service; provide,” for the portion of the USS Makin Island DPMA effort to be performed at Government provided facilities, Bidder requests clarification of Work Item 992-11-009 requirements that will be provided by the customer? During contract execution at Government provided facilities, Bidder requests accurate list of Work Item 992-11-009 requirements that will remain contractor responsibility for proposal preparation and bidding purposes?

a. If successful offeror utilizes Government facilities, the Government will provide the following services under work item 992-11-009:

i. Paragraphs 3.5 through 3.5.1, 3.7 through 3.7.4;

ii. 3.8 through 2.8.1 (contractor will be required to install and maintain their service lines; one inch in diameter and larger and mooring lines as required by 009-69) ;

iii. 3.10 through 3.10.1;

iv. 3.11 through 3.11.7;

v. 3.18 through 3.18.1.1;

vi. 3.22 through 3.22.6;

vii. 3.25 through 3.25.12;

viii. 3.26 through 3.26.4; and

ix. 3.27 through 3.27.1.

69. In reference to "Work Item 992-11-011, Pierside Small Boat Storage; provide,” bidder requests clarification of following Work Item 992-11-001 provision; 3.2 - The SUPERVISOR shall designate the exact location of the storage. Bidder assumes that "SUPERVISOR" designation will be in accordance with laydown space options provided by contractor?

For the portion of the USS Makin Island DPMA effort to be performed at Government provided facilities, Bidder requests clarification of Work Item 992-11-011 requirements that will be provided by the customer?

During contract execution at Government provided facilities, Bidder requests accurate list of Work Item 992-11-011 requirements that will remain contractor responsibility for proposal preparation and bidding purposes?

a. Concur. The laydown designation shall be agreed upon between the SUPERVISOR and CONTRACTOR. ERRATA 3 changes paragraph 3.2 (The SUPERVISOR shall designate the exact location of the storage) to paragraph 3.3.

b. All requirements of this Work Item remain the Contractor's responsibility when using Government facilities.

70. In reference to "Work Item 992-12-001, Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Based T-1 Type Computer Network (T-1 Line) Support Service; provide,” for the portion of the USS Makin Island DPMA effort to be performed at Government provided facilities, Bidder requests clarification of Work Item 992-12-001 requirements that will be provided by the customer?

During contract execution at Government provided facilities, Bidder requests accurate list of Work Item 992-12-001 requirements that will remain contractor responsibility for proposal preparation and bidding purposes?"

a. Location of work under work specification is “1.2.1 Contractor's Facility.” If authorized to utilize government facilities, the requirements of work item 992-12-001 will be provided by the Government during the portion of the availability performed at government facilities.

71. In reference to "Work Item 245-11-001, Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) Blade; assess and repair,” paragraph 3.3, states “Remove equipment listed in 1.3 and located in 1.2, using 2.2 through 2.5 for guidance”. Contractor notes that Reference 2.2, S9245-A2-MMA-010, Maintenance Manual for Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Repair Instructions with Illustrated Parts List Controllable Pitch Propeller System, Model 144XF/5, does not include the LHD 8 CP Propeller Design Details (DWG) that would be required to complete inspection specified in Attachment A. Request Customer provide the correct NAVSEA CP Propeller Design Detail Drawing?

a. LHD 8 CP Propeller Design Details will be provided to all potential offerors via AMRDEC. Also see Questions and Answers #3, number 42.

72. In reference to “857-11-002,” bidder requests clarification of Work Item 857-11-002 - Temporary Off-Ship Berthing Equivalent to BOQ/BEQ; provide (Option Item)? Bidder assumes this Option Work Item is only applicable to bidders not located in the Port of San Diego. As such, bidders in the Port of San Diego would not be required to bid this Option Work Item. Request Navy customer to confirm this bid assumption?

a. This Work Item was cancelled. Please see ERRATA 1.

73. In reference to “Work Item 980-31-001,” the requirements of this work item appear to be redundant with the offices, classrooms, and facilities available on the berthing barge being provided by the Government under work item 992-11-010. As such it is recommended that this work item be reassigned to CLIN 0006 vice CLIN 0008.

a. Concur. Work Item is only applicable to out-of-port bidders. The Work Item was moved from CLIN 0008 to CLIN 0006. See updated J-4 Rev5 in RFP Amendment 3.

74. In reference to “Work Item 160-90-001,” request the following missing reference drawings:

i. 2.94 533-8586313

ii. 2.95 551-8586314

iii. 2.100 184-8696226.

Note – these are only missing drawings for work item 160-90-001. A discrepancy list to include all missing drawings for the work package will follow once completed.

a. References 533-8586313, 551-8586314, and 184-8696226 were cancelled. The work contained in these references was duplicative of work contained in other drawings under Work Item 160-90-001. References were removed in ERRATA 3.

75. In reference to “Work Item 167-11-002 Door, Viewport; repair and preserve,” paragraph 3.4, states “Accomplish the requirements of 009-32 of 2.1, including Table 2, Line 25, Columns A, B, and G for the preservation of interior and exterior surfaces of door panels prior to installation. Contractor notes Table 2, line 25 calls out for “one coat MIL-PRF-23236 type VIII, applied by fluidized method only” (powder coat). Contractor would have to send these 2 each watertight doors to Canada for this method of powder coating since there are no vendors in the United States that have the ability to accomplish fluidized coating. Contractor recommends using one of the many available local vendors to accomplish an electro-static powder coating spray, noting that the doors and frames are almost all flat surfaces where the spray method can reach. Can Contractor bid to accomplish an electro-static powder coating spray method?

a. Do not concur. Electro-static powder coating is not authorized. ERRATA 3 changed the requirements to have the doors painted vise applying powder coating.

76. In reference to “Work Item 992-11-011,” paragraph 3.1 states “Provide secure small boat storage skids and protective covering on the pier for the entire contract period for the equipment listed in 1.3.” As written, this paragraph requires over 419 days of support service since it commences at contract award, which clearly exceeds the actual duration in which this service is likely to be needed. Please revise the work item to provide a realistic duration for this requirement.

a. Concur. The period of performance for Work Item 992-11-011 was updated in ERRATA 3.

77. In reference to “Work Item 992-11-008,” in the ship’s homeport area, fuel barge movements are performed exclusively by the Navy. It is recommend that this work item be moved from CLIN 0008 to CLIN 006 to reflect this work only being required if the ship’s availability is not being accomplished in the homeport area.

a. Concur. Work Item is only applicable to out-of-port bidders. The Work Item was moved from CLIN 0008 to CLIN 0006. See updated J-4 Rev5 in RFP Amendment 3.

78. In reference to “Work Item 130-90-001,” paragraphs 3.6.1 and 3.6.2 state that AIT support services for the thermal spray non-skid application are to be installed not later than three days after the start of the availability and provided for the duration of the availability, which clearly far exceeds the actual duration for which these services will be needed. Please revise the work item to provide a realistic duration for which these services are to be provided.

a. WI 130-90-001, paragraph 3.6.1 and 3.6.2 should read; "installed 24 hours prior to start of work” vise “installed not later than three days after the start of the availability.” Work Item corrected in ERRATA 3.

79. In reference to “Work Item 992-11-010,” paragraph 3.1 states “Pick-up and deliver the Personnel Berthing Barge designated for the ship listed in 1.2 at A+0 from NAVSTA San Diego to the Contractor's facility, using 2.2 through 2.6, and Attachment A for guidance.” However Attachment A is some sort of “Initial On-Board Inspection” form for unspecified equipment and provides no guidance on the barge movement specified in 3.1. Please either delete or clarify the intent of Attachment A.

a. Concur with finding. Attachment A was deleted in ERRATA 3.

80. In reference to “Work Item 857-11-001 - Temporary Duty Section Berthing Off-Ship; provide (Option Item),” bidder assumes this Option Work Item is only applicable to bidders not located in the Port of San Diego. As such, bidders in the Port of San Diego would not be required to bid this Option Work Item. Request Navy customer to confirm this bid assumption?

a. Concur. Work Item is only applicable to out-of-port bidders. The Work Item was moved from CLIN 0008 to CLIN 0006. See updated J-4 Rev5 in RFP Amendment 3.

81. In reference to “Work Item 631-31-001, Underwater Hull; preserve,” paragraph 4.1 states, “This Work Item should be accomplished in conjunction with Work Item 163-11-001 Sea Chest; inspect and repair.” Contractor notes that Work Item 163-11-001 is titled “Waster Sleeve; replace”. Contractor notes that Work Item 163-11-002 is titled “Sea Chest; inspect and repair”, and matches the description provided for in paragraph 4.1. Contractor notes that both Work Item 163-11-001 and 163-11-002 should be listed to be accomplished in conjunction with 631-31-001. Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. Concur. The titles of Work Items 163-11-001 and 163-11-002 were incorrect. ERRATA 3 corrects 163-11-001 to read "Waster Sleeve; replace" and 163-11-002 to read "Sea Chest; inspect and repair.

82. In reference to “Work Item 123-19-002 CHT Tank; repair,” note 4.1, states “Accomplish this Work Item in conjunction with the following: 123-11-005 CHT Tank preserve”. Contractor notes that no such Work Item exists in this solicitation and believes the work Item should read 123-19-003 CHT Tank preserve. Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. Concur. Work Item 123-19-003 was updated changing the description from "CHT Tank; repair" to "CHT Tank; preserve" in ERRATA 3.

83. In reference to “Work Item 135-11-001,” paragraph 4.1 states; “This work item should be accomplished in conjunction with: work item 992-31-001.” Location of work (6-73-0-E) from Work Item 135-11-001 is not listed in the location of work of Work Item 992-31-001, please review & advise.

a. Note 4.1 should have referenced work item 992-31-002-Cleaning and pumping Bilges Tanks and Voids; accomplish vise 992-31-001 Cleaning and pumping; accomplish. Work Item numbering corrected in ERRATA 3.

84. In reference to “Work Item 992-11-001 Temporary Stowage Area for Ship's Force; provide,” paragraph 3.3 states, “3.3 Locate stowage space within three miles of the vessel." Bidder requests Para. 3.3 language be revised to change "Within three miles of the vessel" to "Within ten miles of the vessel.”

a. Concur. Work item 992-11-001 was revised to “within 10 miles of the vessel” in ERRATA 3. Work Specification 993-21-001 (paragraph 3.1.3) was also revised to reflect additional round trip mileage.

85. In reference to “Work Item 982-31-003, Dock Trial, Fast Cruise and Sea Trial; accomplish,” paragraph 3.4, states “Provide the services of 20 personnel to support a 5 day sea trial. Paragraph 3.4.1 states “A day is defined as a period of 8 hours for dock trial and a period of 24 continuous hours for sea trial.” Contractor notes that there is no paragraph that states to provide the services of XX personnel to support the DOCK TRIAL. Please provide the number of personnel required per day in support of DOCK TRIALS? Will a revised Specification be issued in an ERRATA adjusting for the disparity identified above?

a. The number of personnel is not detailed due to dock trials being conducted over the course of a normal work day. The Contractor has discretion on the number of personnel required to satisfactorily complete the dock trial requirements. Government does not intend on issuing an ERRATA for this Work Item.

86. In reference to “Work Item 980-80-001,” paragraphs 3.6.1 and 3.6.2 state that AIT support services are to be installed not later than 5 business days after the start of the availability and provided for the duration of the availability, which clearly far exceeds the actual duration for which these services will be needed. Please revise the work item to provide a realistic duration for which these services are to be provided.

a. The period of performance for Work Item 980-80-001 is 2 October 2017 through 14 April 2018. In addition, "installed not later than 5 business days after the start of the availability" was changed to "installed not later than 3 business days after the start of availability and removed at the direction of the Supervisor." These changes are included in ERRATA 3.