Request_for_Spec_Clarification_002.doc

USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187)

N32205-15-R-1008

REQUEST FOR SPECIFICATION CLARIFICATION # 002

NAME OF CONTRACTOR: ________________________

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: __301______________

PARAGRAPH / SECTION NO: 2.2.1; 7.1 .

TITLE: SWITCHBOARD THERMAL SURVEY AND CLEANING.

QUESTION:

BAE would like to inquire as to why the Thermographic survey onboard the USNS Henry J. Kaiser must be accomplished by a Level III Thermographer as stated in the attached Work Item 305 para. 7.1. Our Electronic Sub-contractors ( Fairlead, Pionteight, etc..) have been doing thermographic surveys with a level I certification on multiple MSC vessels in various classes for years.

Para 7.1 of the work item also states "in accordance with Enclosure 2.2.1 para. A and B" (this refers to MSFSC Standard Item No. 20 para. A and B). This standard item does not specify the level of thermographic competence required. Please clarify

ANSWER:

Level I certification will be accepted if camera operator has atleast five years speacialzed experience conducting Thermographic Surveys onboard ships.

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