14-R-2001_Amend_0003.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is to make changes to the follow ing sections of the RFP: C-2.1.5, C-2.3, L-4.1.2(3)(a) and L-4.1.2(3)(b). A revised Attachment 2 also accompanies this Amendment.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 12-Mar-2014

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X N00033-14-R-2001

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

07-Feb-2014

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

12-Mar-2014

CODE

MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND, N1031/PM2

914 CHARLES MORRIS COURT SE

WASHINGTON NAVY YARD DC 20398-5540

N00033 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

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N00033-14-R-2001

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been modified:

SECTION C

C-1.0 GENERAL

C-1.1 Scope of Work/Mission. The following paragraphs describe the general Scope of the Performance Work Statement.

C-1.2 Mission. The vessel shall serve as host/support ship for Naval Special Warfare East Coast Surface Support Craft and accompany Submersible Ship Guided Missile Nuclear (SSGN) and Fast Attack Submarine (SSN) on Dry Deck Shelter certification and training exercises. The vessel shall serve host to twenty-five (25) sponsor personnel. Additionally, the vessel shall support local pier side training, diver training, coxswain training, SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV), Dry Deck Shelter (DDS) and Dry Combat Submersible (DCS) operator training and surrogate SSGN/SSN training vessel operations. Vessel shall be used to provide hyperbaric chamber services for emergencies and routine decompression operations, replenishment/minor maintenance support, and personnel support. The vessel shall store flares in a pyrotechnically Ready Service Locker (RSL) as required by diver operations, gasoline, and carry a certified hyperbaric chamber per USCG requirements.

C-1.3 Operational Support. Services shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Support local pier side and underway training, diver training, coxswain training, SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV) operator training and surrogate SSGN/SSN training vessel operations.

b. Support hyperbaric chamber services

c. Replenishment/minor maintenance support

C-1.4 Operational Control (OPCON). Naval Special Warfare Command (SPECWAR).

C-1.5 Area of Operations. The vessel will normally operate in (but is not restricted to) the area near Little Creek VA, AUTEC (Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center) Bahamas Islands, Port Canaveral FL, and Key West FL. Vessel will be home ported in Little Creek Virginia. The ship may be reassigned to the West Coast with 30 days notification.

C-1.6 Operating Tempo (OPTEMPO).

a. Schedule (OPTEMPO): 24 hours a day, seven days a week, whether at sea or in port.

b. Percent of time underway at transit speed (10 knots): 16%

c. Percent of time underway at slow speeds/loiter speed (5 knots): 33%

d. Percent of time in port: 51% (a majority of this time may be spent in a port other than Little Creek)

C-1.7 Ship Clearances. The Government will secure diplomatic clearances and operational area clearances when and where required.

C-1.8. Certifications. The vessel shall be certified by the USCG under Subchapter I (Cargo and Miscellaneous Vessel) and classed by either the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) (A1 AMS) or an equivalent International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) member society.

C-1.9 Quality System. The contractor shall develop and maintain a certified safety management system which fulfills the requirements of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) International Safety Management Code (ISM). This system can be developed and implemented in conjunction with the contractor’s existing Quality System or an internationally accepted and certified system. The contractor shall obtain and maintain ISM certification both ashore (Document of Compliance) (DOC) and afloat (Safety Management Certificate) (SMC) for the ship from a USCG approved certifying body. The DOC and SMC shall be in place at delivery. The COR may inspect these systems to ensure compliance.

C-1.10 Manning Plan. The contractor shall submit a manning plan illustrating the crew level to meet all mission/Government requirements including crewing requirement within 30 days of award.

C-1.11 Personnel Contingency Plan. The contractor shall develop a contingency plan adequate to ensure that there will be no interruption of operations and maintenance service due to labor disruption within the service provider's own labor force. The contingency plan must also include a plan to address substitution of personnel when qualified/trained personnel are not available due to leave, sickness, death, etc. The contractor shall submit the plan to the Contracting Officer thirty (30) calendar days after contract award.

C-2.0 VESSEL REQUIREMENTS.

C-2.1 Vessel Characteristics.

C-2.1.1 Flag. The Vessel shall be a Jones Act qualified U.S.-flagged vessel.

C-2.1.2 Minimum Range and Transit Speed. 3,000 nautical miles (NM) at a minimum speed of 10 knots.

C-2.1.3 Endurance. Minimum of 28 days without resupply for 25 embarked sponsor personnel.

C-2.1.4 Open Deck Space. Minimum of 2,000sq. ft of contiguous open deck space.

C-2.1.5 Deck Strength.

The vessel must have sufficient deck strength to load and transport the following GFE/CFE within the contiguous open deck space:

• One NAVSEA certified Standard Navy Double-Lock Recompression Chamber System (SNDLRCS) including an Air Supply Rack Assembly (ASRA): consists of a standard 20' x 8' x 8' ISO shipping container 25,000 lb fully loaded

• One (1) Recompression Chamber Life Support Skid (10’x 8’, 14,000 lbs)

• Mission-specific support vans (two (2) 8’x8’x20’ MILVANS, weighing up to 7,500 lbs. each)

• Six (6) Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRCs) (Zodiac boats, models F470 and G4702.(12 ft x 6 ft x 2.5 ft, 265 lbs )

• Two (2) 30-ft Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) (30’x10’, 12,000 lbs each)

• Two (2) 24-ft. Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) (24’x 11’, 9,000 lbs. each) Amendment 0003

• Two (2) total SDVs weighing approximately 6,000 lbs. each (approximately 8,000 lbs each with water entrained; dimensions approximately 26.5 ft. x 7.55 ft. x 5 ft.)

• Two (2) RHIB Cradles (20’ x 8’, 1500 lbs each)

• One (1) SDV Battery Charger (8’x 8’, 6500 lbs)

• One (1) Air Compressor for Chamber Support and Scuba Charging (6’x 4’, approximately 2300 lbs)

• One (1) Jet Ski (13’ x 5’, 1500 lbs)

• One (1) 450 Gallon Gasoline Stowage Tank (5’ x 5’, 5700 lbs) (Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE))

• One (1) Ready Service Locker (RSL) (5’ x 5’, 2000 lbs)

• One (1) Dry Submersibles (24.6 x 8.2’, 30,000 lbs) (Lithium battery powered)

C-2.1.6 Maximum Draft. 25 feet

C-2.1.7 Sea/Station Keeping. The vessel shall be equipped with an operable bow thruster and an operable Dynamic Positioning System Level Zero (0) or equivalent. The vessel shall be capable of maintaining a specific heading at speeds of one knot or greater and maintaining station within a 150-foot radius of the established position in conditions up to and including winds of 30 knots and Sea State 5 (up to 12 feet).

C-2.2 Craft Launch and Recovery System: The vessel shall be equipped with a launch and recovery system capable of launching and recovering CRRCs, RHIBs, DCS, and SDVs. The launch and recovery system shall be capable of lifting and supporting 30,000 lbs per craft and included interface equipment. Amendment 0001

The contractor shall be able to demonstrate that the crane was manufactured in accordance with the ABS Guide for Certification of Lifting Appliances (latest revision at time of vessel delivery) or an equivalent standard. Amendment 0001

The contractor shall provide a safe means of controlling the motion of the craft during launch and recovery operations in order to prevent injury to personnel, both embarked and on deck, and damage to the craft..

The contractor shall be responsible for assisting Government personnel with loading, securing, and discharging mission equipment.

C-2.2.1. Small Boat Fuel Capacity. The vessel shall be equipped with a minimum 450-gallon external fuel storage tank (CFE) for gasoline and associated equipment to facilitate refueling RHIBs at sea. Storage tank shall be approved by the USCG. Additionally, the contractor shall provide a means of refueling diesel fuel for sponsor GFE (generators, etc). The contractor will refuel Government small boats as required.

C-2.3 Water Supply. The vessel shall provide a minimum of 2,000 gallons of potable water production to support sponsor personnel and crew living onboard and 2,000 gallons fresh water daily on back deck for miscellaneous use, including but not limited to equipment wash down. Amendment 0003

C-2.4 Compressed Air. The vessel shall provide divers quality air at 3,000 PSI @ 30 CFM. US Navy Diving and Manned Hyperbaric System Safety Certification Manual, NAVSEA (SS521-AA-MAN-010, Revision 2, 1 Nov 2006) applies. A copy is available via website:

http://www.navsea.navy.mil/Organization/NAVSEA%20Instructions.aspx or upon request. Vessel shall be able to recharge one SDV at a minimum of 30 CFM to a max of 3,000 PSI. The contractor shall provide current air sample results upon delivery and in accordance with U.S. Navy Diving Manual and OPNAVINST 3150.27 (Series).

C-2.5 Sound Isolation/Vibration. The vessel shall be able to support underwater telephone and acoustic communication operations. These operations will be accomplished by a retractable tube that shall be installed in a suitable location that offers maximum separation from shipboard noise.

C-2.5.1 Underwater Tracking System. The vessel must be configured to receive a GFE Track Point Underwater Tracking System and an acoustic navigation transducer. The system shall be deployed by way of retractable tube of a minimum 12-inch diameter at least three to four feet below the bottom of the hull fitted with a hydraulic lifting winch, boom, or crane. Through-hull penetrations, retractable tubes, and lifting systems are to be provided by the contractor.

C-2.5.2 Underwater Communications. The vessel shall be able to support underwater telephone operations.

Vessel shall accommodate underwater telephone compatible with GFE EDO 5400 having transponder interrogator pinger echo sounder (TIPE) capability. The vessel shall be configured to receive a GFE acoustic navigation http://www.navsea.navy.mil/Organization/NAVSEA%20Instructions.aspx transducer. The underwater telephone shall be deployed by way of retractable tube of a minimum 12-inch diameter at least three to four feet below the bottom of the hull fitted with a hydraulic lifting winch, boom, or crane.

Through-hull penetrations, retractable tubes, and lifting system are to be provided by the contractor.

C-2.6 Communication Equipment. The Contractor shall carry Marine VHF, ship’s cell phone, and a GFE Hydro Acoustic Information Link (HAIL) and shall accommodate the integration of NSW communications equipment and antennas, including secure HF/VHF/UHF/SATCOM, INMARSAT.

C-2.6.1 Climate Control. The contractor shall ensure all communication equipment is climate controlled with a maximum temperature of 80 degrees F. Communications equipment requires climate (AC/DH) control.

C-2.6.2 Navigation Equipment. The vessel shall be equipped with gyrocompass with repeaters, GPS, and a radar.

The radar shall be capable of surface search to a minimum of 25 NM. The vessel shall be able to accommodate a government provided Vessel Management System (VMS) and Track Point III .

C-2.7 Electrical Power. Vessel must be able to provide sufficient electrical power in the vicinity of the Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) identified in this document. At a minimum, four 480 VAC, 100 amp (Delta) and two 208 VAC 30 amp (Delta) outlets shall be provided. All GFE and Sponsor support and habitability areas require 60 Hz.

C-2.8 Diver Staging Area. The vessel shall be equipped with a diver's staging area for launching and retrieving divers. At a minimum, staging area must consist of water access by ladder or removable bulkhead. The equipment used to handle the over-the-side divers should meet the requirements of U.S. Navy Diving and Manned Hyperbaric System Safety Certification Manual, NAVSEA (SS521-AA-MAN-010, Revision 2, 1 Nov 2006), and U.S. Navy Diving Manual.

C-2.9 Conference Room. The contractor shall provide 200 sq. ft. of administrative/conference space sufficient to handle up to 15 personnel. Space shall have tables and seating to accommodate the above number, with power outlets providing standard 120 VAC power for computers and presentation equipment.

C-2.10 Conduct Operations. The contractor shall operate and navigate the ship safely in support of Government operations.

C-2.10.1 Material Handling Operations. The contractor shall be responsible for the receipt, loading, storage and discharge of materials and stores pertaining to shipboard day-to-day operations. The contractor shall assist in loading, storage, and discharge of materials and stores for Government. The contractor shall arrange for any shore-side equipment if required for load/discharge operations.

C-2.10.2 Rigging Equipment. The contractor shall provide sufficient rigging equipment to support Sponsor operations.

C-2.10.3 Lifesaving Equipment. The contractor shall operate all lifesaving support systems in accordance with manufacturer's instructions at the time intervals and frequencies as required. Lifesaving support systems include, but are not limited to, life rafts, davits, winches, and craft engines.

C-2.10.4 Safety Drills. The contractor shall conduct all regulatory drills required. Government personnel will participate in all regulatory drills.

C-2.10.5 Support Sponsor Craft Operations. The contractor shall support all small craft, including SDVS, and zodiac boats, for launch and recovery operations.

C-2.10.6 Maintenance of GFE. When requested, the Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining GFE on a reimbursable basis.

C-2.11 Personnel.

C-2.11.1 Contractor Facility Clearance. The contractor shall possess a SECRET facilities clearance at delivery of the vessel, which shall be documented in Attachment 5 (DD-254).

C-2.11.1.1. Personnel Clearances and Screenings. The Master must hold a SECRET clearance. All crewmembers must be U.S citizens with valid U.S. passports for the full length of their assignment and will be required to submit to terrorist watch list checks. All crew members and non-crew members requiring access to the vessel shall be vetted using the procedures described in Section H-15.

C-2.11.2 Vessel Crewing and Transportation. The vessel will be crewed to safely and efficiently operate the vessel, operate deck equipment and small boats, and perform mission operations on a 24-hour basis as described herein. Additionally, crewing for voyages in accordance with USCG Subchapter I certification will be maintained throughout the charter period. Licensing, STCW endorsements, and documentation are required in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations as applicable to the vessel’s type, size, class, and service. The Master, officers, and crew shall possess valid and current licenses, certificates, and documents for the capacity in which each is employed. At all times while underway, the Contractor shall have at least one shipboard employee aboard who has USCG recognized first aid and CPR certification within the past 12 months. All transportation costs for crewmembers shall be to the Contractor’s account.

C-2.11.3 Conduct of Master, Officers, and Crew. If the Charterer shall have reason to be dissatisfied with the conduct of the Master, Officers, or crew, the Owner shall, on receiving particulars of the complaint from the Contracting Officer, investigate the matter and, if necessary, make a change in personnel.

C-2.12 Operational Responsibilities. The Master of the vessel shall be responsible at all times for the safety of the vessel and all on board. The Master of the vessel shall be responsible for meeting overall schedule requirements.

The Master shall work closely with the officer-in-charge (OIC) to ensure the mission is met. The Master of the vessel shall be under the direction of the Operational Commander with regards to the employment of the vessel, but shall not be under orders as regards safe navigation, care and custody of the vessel, and care and safety of equipment, gear, and persons onboard.

C-2.13 Functional Relationship. A healthy functional relationship between the contractor personnel (officers and crew) and the Sponsor is extremely critical. It is essential that the Master and Sponsor appreciate their individual responsibilities and dependence upon each other for attainment of the overall objective. A cooperative partnership between the two entities must be maintained at all times. The attitude of the partnership developed between the two must extend to and be shared by all concerned. The Master and Government shall jointly prepare for all operations concerning the vessel.

C-2.14 On-Board Government Personnel. During operations there will be up to twenty-five (25) Sponsor personnel on board. The Officer in Charge (OIC) will serve as the primary point of contact between the Government, onboard Sponsor personnel, and the contractor. The OIC is responsible for all Government personnel assigned to the vessel; logistics for all Government personnel and equipment; and working with the contractor (Master) to develop mission plans and plans of the day.

C-2.15 Irreconcilable Differences. Irreconcilable differences between shipboard personnel and the Government regarding operations or other matters arising under this charter shall be fully documented and reported, by letter, message, or E-mail as appropriate, to the Contracting Officer for resolution.

C-3.0 OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

C-3.1 Deck Equipment Preservation. The Contractor shall ensure all deck equipment is maintained in a working condition at all times.

C-3.2 Mission Essential Launch/Recovery Operations. The Contractor shall provide 24 hour launch/recover services in support of Government requirements. The Contractor shall ensure every available resource is used to maintain the system in a continual full operating status.

C-3.3 Operation of Systems. The Contractor shall operate all vessel systems to provide main and auxiliary propulsion, navigation, maneuvering, deck operations, and services to the Government to support the mission equipment, unit’s hotel services, and emergency operations.

C-3.4 Perform Maintenance. As a result of high OPTEMPO it is imperative the Contractor perform predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance as required to maintain the vessel’s equipment and systems in a high state of readiness in addition to maintaining the vessel in class at all times. The Contractor shall arrange for the discharge of small boat bilge waste. If for any reason emergent maintenance actions should render the vessel unable to get underway, to include the launch and recovery system, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Government to include an estimated time until the vessel is able to get underway. If performing operations, the senior government representative will be notified prior to executing any maintenance.

C-3.5 Vessel Modifications. The Government may at its option modify the vessels to meet new or changing mission requirements. The Government will either task the Contractor to perform or to subcontract for the modifications as a reimbursable item, or undertake the modifications itself. Any and all equipment put aboard as a result of the modifications will be Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). All GFE will be removed prior to the Vessel’s re-delivery at the expense of the Government, unless otherwise agreed to. The Contractor may not modify the vessel without approval of the Contracting Officer. Any approved modifications will be fully tested and verified by the appropriate Government authority. Mission related unforeseen structural modifications affecting class or the vessel’s certifications may be required. The costs of Government directed modifications, and the costs to restore the vessel to its original class or certification at award and as required by this contract shall be borne by the Government.

C-3.6 Sponsor Berthing/Living Spaces. The vessel must support berthing for 25 Government personnel, not greater than four (4) per stateroom, eight (8) per head. Curtained-off bunks are acceptable. Messing for the 25 personnel above shall be in accordance with Section C-5.2. The 25 Government personnel mentioned herein are in addition to any and all crew.

C-3.6.1 Laundry Services Facilities. The Contractor shall provide a 24-hour laundry facility for a minimum of 25 Government assigned personnel.

C-3.7 Food Service/Snacks/Laundry for Government Personnel. The Contractor shall provide three (3) galley-prepared cafeteria style meals and hotel services for twenty-five (25) embarked Government personnel when not in port (unless specifically requested). Food provided to the Government shall have the most reasonable attainable degree of variety, quality, quantity, and nutritional value. The cost of meals and hotel services for the 25 embarked Government personnel shall be included in the contractor’s fixed price. Meal items at a minimum shall consist of the following:

C-3.7.1 Breakfast – Eggs/omelets, breakfast meat (one), fruit, donuts, bagels or sweet rolls, toast, hot or cold cereal, fruit juice, coffee, soft drinks, tea, milk and bottled water.

C-3.7.2 Lunch – One sandwich type (hamburger, tuna salad, grilled cheese, etc); two entrees (of which one shall be hot and consist of meat); vegetables, rice/potatoes, coffee, soft drinks, tea, milk and bottled water.

C-3.7.3 Dinner – Three entrees (of which two shall be hot and consist of meat), vegetables, rice/potatoes, dessert, coffee, soft drinks, tea, milk and bottled water.

C-3.7.4 Snack Foods. The Contractor shall provide snack foods and bottled water for Government personnel.

Snack foods shall include foods such as cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, peanut butter and jelly, cookies or brownies, popcorn, ice cream, potato chips, etc.

C-3.7.5 Food Service for Additional Government Personnel. The Contractor shall provide galley prepared food service for additional personnel not permanently assigned to the vessel. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to collect for these meals. Breakfast shall be reimbursed at a not-to-exceed price of (US) $5.00 and lunch and dinner at a not to exceed price of (US) $12.50.

C-3.7.6 Food Service Operations. The Master or the Sponsors medical officer shall conduct weekly inspections of food service spaces and equipment which shall be forwarded to the Master for review and signature. These completed forms will be kept in a file for a minimum of one (1) year and made available for inspection when requested by Government representatives. Periodic Quality Assurance (QA) Inspections of the food service operation will be conducted by Government representatives. These QA visits will include a sanitation inspection using NAVMED Form 6240/1. If the ship’s food service operation fails the sanitation inspection by receiving an unsatisfactory grade, the Government may direct the closing of the galley and secure food service operations until all discrepancies have been corrected. Alternate food service during this perid of galley closure will be at the contractor’s expense. Daily and weekly cleaning of all food service operation spaces and equipment shall be done in strict accordance with CFP, ANSI and NSF standards. Provisions of COMSCINST 6000.1 (Series) and NAVMED P-5010 (Series) shall apply.

C-3.7.6.1 Food Handlers. All contractor personnel employed as food handlers shall meet the health and training standards set forth in NAVMED P-5010-1 and ensure they are free from any communicable diseases. All screening shall be documented in the food service employee’s onboard medical record and kept on file for all food service employees currently assigned. The contractor shall be guided by food handling instructions and precautions in accordance with COMSCINST 4000.2 (Series). COMSCINST 6000.1 (Series) and NAVMED P-5010.

C-3.7.7 Provide Sanitation Services. The contractor shall maintain the ship in a sanitary condition at all times in accordance with 46 CFR 196.15-10. All living spaces, staterooms, passageways and stairwells shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, and monthly inspections conducted in accordance with 46 CFR 189.33-1.

C-3.7.7.1 Provide Pest Control. The contractor shall ensure that all living spaces, recreation lounges, and work areas are free of pests at all times. The contractor shall ensure that all personnel conducted pest control measures have been properly trained. All stores shall be checked by the contractor’s personnel as appropriate, prior to loading to ensure they are rodent and pest free. The contractor shall comply with the World Health Organization.

International Health Regulations (IHR) of 1969, U.S. Navy Shipboard Pest Control Manual, SECNAVINST 6210.2 (Series) Quarantine Regulations, and NAVMED P-5010, Chapter 8 for further guidance and compliance.

C-3.7.7.2 Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC)/Ship Sanitation Control Certificate (SSCC). The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the ship is SSCEC or SSCC certified at all times in compliance with guidelines delineated in the World Health Organization International Health Regulations (IHR) of 2005 and BUMEDNOTE 6210. This certification is required to be completed on a recurring six (6) month basis.

The contractor shall make arrangements to procure the necessary SSCEC/SSCC.

C-3.7.8 Provide Linen. The contractor shall provide the following laundered items to all Sponsor personnel and guests (25): sheets, fitted bottom sheets, blankets, bedspreads, pillowcases, mattress covers, bath towels (27" x 54"), hand towels, washcloths and bath mats. When replacing mattresses, the contractor shall ensure fitted sheets fit the replacement mattresses. Bed linens shall be changed once every week (twice a week if ambient interior temperature exceeds 80°F during a seven (7) day period). Towels shall be provided twice a week. Fresh bed linens and towels shall be provided when Sponsor personnel are transferred or replaced. Tablecloths shall be changed, at a minimum, daily.

C-3.7.9 Mattresses and Pillows. The contractor shall replace Sponsor personnel mattresses and pillows, as required. Mattresses shall meet CFR standards and fit the existing bed-frame space. Pillows will be non-feather type. The cost of replacing mattresses and pillows is reimbursable only if mattresses and pillows are for Sponsor personnel.

C-3.7.10 Clean Sponsor Work Areas. The contractor shall pick up trash on a daily basis and, at a minimum, every week sweep and wipe down all dust collecting surfaces. The contractor shall, at a minimum, every two (2) weeks swab floors in unclassified and classified Sponsor work areas. Every two (2) months floors shall be waxed in unclassified and classified Sponsor work areas. At a minimum, the contractor shall clean all carpeted areas annually.

C-3.7.11 Clean Sponsor Living Spaces. The contractor shall clean the Sponsor living spaces (i.e., staterooms and common areas surrounding staterooms). The SGR shall receive the same cleaning services afforded the Master or at a minimum, three (3) times a week; remaining Sponsor personnel shall receive the same cleaning services afforded the licensed officers or, at a minimum, twice a week. The contractor shall, at a minimum:

• Clean/disinfect commodes

• Clean showers and wash basins

• Sweep and swab decks or vacuum if carpeted

• Empty trash containers

• Make beds

• Change or provide clean linens

• Dust – wipe overheads, vents, furniture and shelving

• Every two (2) weeks, the contractor shall, at a minimum, wash the decks (tile only)

• Every two (2) months, the contractor shall, wax the decks (tiles only)

• On a yearly basis contractor shall clean all carpeted areas.

C-3.7.12 Clean Recreational Areas. The contractor shall clean all recreational lounges. These services shall include daily and weekly janitorial services. On a daily basis, the contractor shall, at a minimum:

• Dust rooms

• Empty trash containers

• Sweep and swab decks or vacuum if carpeted

Every two (2) weeks, the contractor shall, at a minimum, wash the decks (tile only). Every two (2) months, the contractor shall, wax the decks (tiles only).

C-3.7.13 Clean Areas Contiguous to Sponsor Areas. The contractor shall keep passageway and ladder wells free of dirt and debris at all times, and sweep and swab decks on a daily basis. Every two (2) weeks, the contractor shall, at a minimum, wash the decks (tile only). Every two (2) months, the contractor shall, at a minimum, wax the decks (tile only).

C-3.8 Agents: The Contractor shall have the employ of an agent to arrange for all port services on a reimbursable basis during this charter. Port services shall include tugs, pilots, berthing, potable water, shore power, trash and garbage removal, oily waste removal, sewage removal, hazardous materials removal, line handlers, dedicated telephone service, and liberty launch services.

C-4.0 Force Protection. COMSCINST 5530.3 Series establishes minimum physical security standards for all ships. The Master is responsible for the safety and security of his ship and crew and must ensure that appropriate members of his crew receive adequate shipboard and, when required, formal training to carry out these requirements. Except as otherwise noted herein, all costs for physical security shall be deemed to be included in the per diem charter hire rate.

C-4.1 Small Arms Training. The Contractor shall be responsible for all small arms training. The Contractor shall ensure that five crew members who will bear arms as part of their physical security duties have successfully completed a small arms familiarization course. The Contractor’s course shall be taught to the same content and standards as the U.S. Navy’s Small Arms Qualifications (Ashore/Afloat) Instructor Course J-041-0148. Such training shall be completed prior to commencement of shipboard employment.

C-4.2 Force Protection Space. The Contractor shall provide surface areas to post a minimum of four (4) GFE weapons mounts (to support 360-degree overlapping fields of fire) in support of the required force protection posture. The contractor shall provide platforms and applicable armor as required to provide personnel protection for the maximum of up to 7.62mm armor piercing rounds.

C-4.3 Information Security Management System (ISMS). The Contractor shall develop and maintain an Information Security Management System compliant with ISO/IEC 27001 (latest revision) Information technology – Security techniques – Information security management systems – Requirements. The ISMS shall be certified by an accredited organization indicating conformance to this standard. The Contractor shall maintain full and continuous ISMS certification for the entire time charter period of performance of this contract. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within twenty-four (24) hours if for any reason the ISMS certification is revoked. At a minimum, ISMS certification (interim or otherwise) shall be in place no later than sixty (60) days after delivery of the vessel. Costs associated with certification of the ISMS shall be included in the fixed-price charter hire rate.

C-4.3.1 ISMS Documentation. The Contractor shall provide copies of applications for and receipt of ISMS certification. Copies of any renewal certificates shall also be passed to the Contracting Officer and COR upon receipt from the certifying organization.

C-4.3.2 Inspection and Test Records. Inspection and test records required by or in support of the ISMS shall, at a minimum, indicate the nature of the observations, number of observations, and the number and type of deficiencies found which shall be made available for Government inspection upon request. Data included in inspection and test records shall be complete and accurate and shall be used to analyze3 trends and assess corrective action efficacy.

C-4.4 Fuel Inventory and Consumption Report. A fuel oil inventory and consumption report shall be submitted monthly, at the end of each month, to the Contracting Officer’s Representative and other addresses as designated at contract award. The fuel oil inventory shall include the following information:

(a) Bunkers at the beginning of each month.

(b) Bunkers at the end of each month.

(c) Fuel received during the month and source, receipt, document number and date of receipt.

(d) Number of days during the month underway and fuel consumed while underway.

(e) Number of days in port during the month and fuel consumed while in port.

C-4.5 AT/FP Reports. The Owner shall submit monthly AT/FP reports to the Contracting Officer’s Representative and other addresses as designated at contract award in accordance with COMSCINST 5530.3 Series.

C-4.6 Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The Contractor shall provide a minimum of one Automated External Defibrillator (AED) unit. All AEDs must be FDA approved and be suitable for shipboard use. The Vessel's Medical Officer shall be trained to operate and maintain the AED. The Contractor shall provide sufficient AEDs, stored in a location ready for use, to ensure that response time to shipboard medical emergencies does not exceed five minutes from any location on the Vessel. AEDs shall be stored in a location that is accessible to trained rescuers.

SECTION J - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

SECTION J

SECTION J – LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

1. List of Government Furnished Directives

2. List of Government Furnished PropertyAmendment 0003

3. Reserved

4. Reserved

5. Form DD 254 – Contract Security Classification

6. Department of Labor Wage Determination

7. Deck Load Plan: Proposed Load Scenarios

8. Electronic Data Interchange Trading Partner Agreement

9. Basic Pricing Data

10. Crew Complement

11. Form SF LLL

12. Past Performance Questionnaire

13. Past Performance Data Sheet

14. DFARS 252.247-7026 Information Sheet

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO BIDDERS

SECTION L

SECTION L

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

L-1 DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF QUESTIONS FROM PROSPECTIVE OFFERORS

Potential offerors requesting additional information or clarifications relating to this solicitation shall submit their request in writing by mail, courier, fax or email. Requests must be received in the office designated below no later than 2:00 PM Washington, DC time, 10 days prior to receipt of proposals. Questions received after this time and date may not be answered prior to the solicitation closing. All questions will be answered publicly, via the MSC and Federal Business Opportunities websites. No telephonic responses will be provided. Submit questions to the attention of:

Taylor Reeves

Department of the Navy Military Sealift Command Code N1031/PM2 914 Charles Morris Ct. SE Washington, DC 20398-5540 Fax: 202-685-5225

Questions may be emailed to charles.t.reeves1@navy.mil.

L-2 NUMBER OF OFFERS

Offerors shall make one (1) complete offer for each proposed vessel.

L-3 SUBMISSION OF OFFERS

L-3.1 Offers must be submitted by mail or hand delivery only (including commercial express delivery services) and should be enclosed in a sealed package. Final Proposal Revisions, if requested by the Contracting Officer, may be submitted by electronic mail (see L-3.10).

L-3.2 Hand delivered and mailed proposals shall be sent to the following location and must be received there prior to the due date and time for proposal submission:

Military Sealift Command Attn: Mr. Brian Kimm, N1031 914 Charles Morris Court SE

Washington Navy Yard, DC 20398-5540

L-3.3 Access to the Navy Yard, where MSC is located, is restricted. Offerors and couriers and other delivery services may encounter unpredictable and lengthy delays or denied access when attempting to enter that facility. Similarly, mailed and emailed proposals may encounter unpredictable and lengthy routing delays. In all cases, offerors are responsible for the risks associated with the chosen delivery method and for ensuring that the Government receives the complete proposal at the appropriate designated location prior to the due date and time for proposal submission.

L-3.4 Neither telegraphic nor facsimile offers will be considered; however, offers may be modified by written, telegraphic, electronic mail, or facsimile notice, if that notice is received by the time specified for receipt of offers. A signed .pdf file of the offer modification must be attached if the submission is via electronic mail.

L-3.5 Two separately bound volumes shall be submitted (Volume I – Technical, and Volume II –

Solicitation Package/Price/Past Performance), with tabs or markings separating each section.

Offerors must submit proposals in accordance with the following:

Volume Number of

Originals Number of

Copies Number of

Electronic Copies (provided via CDs)

I 1 2 1

II 1 1 1

mailto:charles.t.reeves1@navy.mil

Proposal pages must be printed double-sided. Pages may be single- or double-spaced, no smaller than 12-point font type, on standard 8-1/2" x 11" paper. Graphic information contained in tables, charts, figures, or graphs are exempted from the 12-point font limitation, and may contain a smaller, legible, font size. A maximum of four foldouts, no larger than 24-1/2" x 11" is permitted; foldouts may be used for charts and diagrams only. Pages, graphs, foldouts or any other information (with the exception of the Arrangements described in Section L-4.1.2(3)(c)) in excess of these limits will not be considered in the evaluation. Arrangements described in Section L-4.1.2(3)(c) are not included in any page limitations.

Volume I is limited to fifty (50) pages of content, excluding table of contents, blank pages, title pages, tab indices, four foldouts discussed in the preceding paragraph, Specialtime Boxes described in Section L-4.1.2(2), Deck Load Plan described in Section L-4.1.2(3)(b), Arrangements described in Section L-4.1.2(3)(c)), resumes, and employment agreements. There is no page limitation for Volume II. Price proposals shall be prepared using Microsoft Excel, and the cell contents of the electronic copy shall not be locked.

L-3.6 Proposals shall not contain any classified information. Any portion of an offer, which the offeror considers business sensitive, should be clearly marked as such (see FAR 52.215-1(e)).

L-3.7 Offers must arrive prior to the date and time indicated in Block Number 9 of the Standard Form

33 for this solicitation and shall remain firm for a period of not less than sixty (60) calendar days from the date of the initial offer, or if discussions are held and final proposals submitted, sixty

(60) calendar days from the date of the offeror’s final proposal revisions.

L-3.8 For treatment of late proposals or modifications of proposals see FAR 52.215-1.

L-3.9 For electronic copies, indicate on each media storage device the Volume Title, Solicitation

Number, and offeror name. Use separate files to permit rapid location of all portions including exhibits, annexes and attachments if any. The offeror shall submit proposal volumes in electronic format using Microsoft Windows-compatible, virus-free, stable media storage devices capable of being read on a DVD/CD-ROM drive. If files are compressed then the necessary decompression program must be included. Each Volume shall be submitted on a separate media storage device.

The electronic copies of the proposal shall be submitted in a format readable by Microsoft Office XP Professional. For evaluation purposes, the original hardcopy versions of each proposal volume shall be considered the official proposal submission.

L-3.10 For Final Proposal Revisions (FPRs) submitted via electronic mail, proposals shall be in either

Adobe or Microsoft Word format, with the exception of the signed SF 33 and any amendments (which must be included in a proposal as scanned .pdf files), and the price proposal (which must be submitted in Microsoft Excel format). Offerors are advised that the Government may be unable to receive other types of electronic files (e.g., .zip files) or files in excess of 20 megabytes.

To be timely, an E-mail proposal must be received in its entirety in the designated E-mail inbox by the due date and time for final proposal submission. An E-mail proposal that resides on a Government server, but has not appeared in the designated E-mail inbox by the due date and time for proposal submission will be considered late in accordance with FAR 15.208(b).

L-4 General Proposal Requirements

The successful proposal may be incorporated into the resulting contract. Offers submitted in response to this solicitation should address all relevant requirements. Offerors shall follow the guidelines set forth below for Volumes I and II.

L-4.1 Volume I - Technical Proposal

L-4.1.1 The Technical Volume shall describe how the vessel meets the requirements and capabilities set forth in this solicitation. The technical data, documentation and supporting rationale shall be complete and specific. The offeror shall provide an adequate level of detail to demonstrate complete understanding and compliance with each of the requirements set forth in Sections L-4.1.2(3)(a) through (e) and M-2.1, and detail regarding how they will be met. This can be done through drawings, descriptions, and supporting calculations and analysis. The Government will determine whether an offeror’s proposal is acceptable based on the information submitted.

L-4.1.2 Volume I shall contain the following, with no pricing information:

(1) Title Page, Cover Letter, Table of Contents. The title page shall meet the requirements of FAR 52.215-1(c)(2). If the offeror wishes to restrict disclosure of information in its proposal, it may include the legend permitted by FAR 52.215-1(e). Although a cover letter is not required, offerors may submit one, and it should be placed after the title page. A table of contents shall be provided after the title page (and cover letter, if applicable), listing the chapters, sections, subsections, page numbers, etc.

(2) Completed Specialtime Boxes. Offerors shall provide Specialtime Boxes identifying the vessel and providing the offeror’s DUNS, CAGE, and TIN.

Offerors shall complete and provide Boxes 7-12, 21, 23-37, 39-40, 42-57, and 59-64 from Part B of this solicitation. Offerors shall include two dates in Box 24; (1) the earliest date on which the offeror could commence performance of the ramp-up period, as outlined in F-1.1, and (2) the estimated date on which the vessel will be ready for delivery, as outlined in F-1.2.Amendment 0001

(3) Technical Proposal. Offerors shall fully describe the vessel proposed for this contract. Offerors must address how the proposed vessel and the contractor’s organization meet the minimum requirements in the solicitation and attachments. The offeror’s technical proposal shall specifically address the following:

(a) Certifications (C-1.8). Offerors shall provide a copy of the vessel’s

Certificate of Inspection (COI) showing certification by USCG under Subchapter I and a copy of the vessel’s classification certificate from ABS or an equivalent IACS member society. If the proposed vessel is not currently certified by USCG under Subchapter I or classed by ABS or an equivalent IACS member society, offerors shall submit an affirmative statement that the required certification or classification will be met prior to delivery of the vessel. Amendment 0003

(b) Flag (C-2.1.1): Offerors shall provide a copy of the vessel’s Certificate of Documentation showing that the vessel is U.S. Flag, Jones Act qualified. If the proposed vessel is not currently U.S. Flagged and Jones Act-qualified, offerors shall submit an affirmative statement that the vessel will be U.S. Flagged and Jones Act-qualified prior to delivery of the vessel. Amendment 0003

(c) Vessel Characteristics: Offerors shall provide a narrative demonstrating how the proposed vessel meets or exceeds the following minimum requirements:

i. Minimum Range and Transit Speed (C-2.1.2): 3,000 nautical miles (NM) at a minimum of 10 Knots.

ii. Endurance: (C-2.1.3). 3,000 NM Minimum 28 days without resupply for 25 embarked sponsor personnel.

iii. Maximum Draft Requirement (C-2.1.5). 25ft.

iv. Sea/Station Keeping requirements (C-2.1.7).

1. The vessel shall be equipped with an operable bow thruster and an operable Dynamic Positioning System level zero (0) or equivalent.

2. The vessel shall be capable of maintaining a specific heading at speeds of one knot or greater and maintaining station within a 150-foot radius of the established position in conditions up to and including winds of 30 knots and Sea State 5 (waves up to 12 ft).

v. Craft Launch and Recovery System (C-2.2):

1. The vessel shall be equipped with a launch and recovery system capable of launching and recovering CRRC’s, RHIB’s, DCS, and SDV’s.

The launch and recovery system shall be capable of lifting and supporting 30,000 lbs per craft and included interface equipment. Amendment 0001

2. The contractor shall be able to demonstrate that the crane was manufactured in accordance with the ABS Guide for Certification of Lifting Appliances (latest version at time of vessel delivery) or an equivalent standard. Amendment 0001

3. The contractor shall provide a safe means of controlling the motion of the craft during launch and recovery operations in order to prevent injury to personnel, both embarked and on deck, and damage to the craft.

vi. Water Supply (C-2.3). The contractor shall provide a minimum of 2,000 gallons per day of potable water and 2,000 gallons per day of fresh water. The contractor shall provide a seawater system for cooling batteries.

vii. Compressed Air (C-2.4). The vessel shall provide diver’s quality air at 3,000 PSI at 100CFM. The vessel must also be able to recharge one SDV at 30CFM to a max of 3,000 PSI.

(d) DECK LOAD PLAN: Offerors shall provide sample Deck Load Plans for the proposed load scenarios provided in Attachment 7. Deck Load Plans shall account for carrying the different combinations of GFE as listed in Attachment 7. The Deck Load Plans shall identify the locations of junction boxes/receptacles and a minimum of two (2) 480 VA, 60 amp (Delta) and two (2) 208 VAC, 30 amp (Delta) outlets as required by Section C-2.7.

(e) ARRANGEMENTS: Offerors shall provide current General Arrangement drawings of the proposed vessel. Additionally, offerors shall provide General Arrangement drawings or draft sketches, and narrative descriptions showing the proposed locations of all required spaces and compartments and systems listed below:

a. Craft Launch/Recovery Crane (C-2.2)

b. Small Boat Fuel Capacity [External] Tank (C-2.2.1)

c. Diver Staging Area (C-2.8)

d. Conference Room (C-2.9)

e. Location of all Sponsor Berthing/Living Spaces (C-3.6)

f. Location of the Laundry Service Facilities (C-3.6.1)

L-4.2 Volume II – Solicitation Package, Price Proposal, and Past Performance Information

L-4.2.1 With the exception of the Technical Proposal contents, Volume II contains all additional information and documentation necessary to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the solicitation, including the…