16-R-3100_Draft_PWS_Rev_1.pdf

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF OCEANOGRAPHIC TAGS SHIPS N32205-16-R-3100

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C-1.1 GENERAL OPERATIONS

The purpose of this contract is to provide for the operation and maintenance of the Oceanographic Survey (T-AGS 60) fleet and the USNS WATERS (T-AGS 45). The contractor shall provide ship officers and crews, operational and technical support ashore and afloat, equipment, tools, provisions and supplies, to operate, maintain, and repair the vessels. The following paragraphs describe the general scope of the Performance Work Statement.

C-1.1.1 Scope of Work. The contractor shall provide personnel, operational and technical support ashore and afloat, equipment, tools, provisions, and supplies necessary to operate and maintain up to six (6) Oceanographic Survey (T-AGS 60) and the USNS WATERS as United States Naval Ships (USNS). These ships are public vessels of the United States Government under the operational and administrative control of the Commander, Military Sealift Command (COMSC). The Oceanographic ships are operated for the Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO or Sponsor). USNS WATERS is a consolidated support ship operated for the Director, Strategic Systems Programs (DIRSSP or Sponsor) supported by contractors and Ordnance Test Support Unit Two. The mission of these ships is to conduct military surveys, which are carried out by Sponsor personnel aboard ship.

The current scope of work is for the following ships engaged in or to be engaged in littoral and deep ocean operations:

USNS WATERS (T-AGS 45) “In Service” USNS PATHFINDER (T-AGS 60) "In Service" USNS BOWDITCH (T-AGS 62) "In Service" USNS HENSON (T-AGS 63) "In Service" USNS BRUCE HEEZEN (T-AGS 64) "In Service" USNS MARY SEARS (T-AGS 65) "In Service" USNS MAURY (T-AGS 66) "In Service”

The Government reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vessels at any time during the performance period under this contract subject to the mutual agreement of the parties.

The contractor shall plan, schedule, coordinate, and assure effective completion of all services described herein. All mechanical, electrical, and auxiliary systems shall be maintained at an acceptable level throughout the contract performance period. The contractor is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs, as necessary, on a 24-hour, 7-day basis.

On USNS WATERS there will be, in addition to ships crew, mission personnel typically consisting of twenty (20) technicians, the senior of which will be named the Sponsor’s Representative (SR). For some missions there may be a military detachment of approximately 14 members. On occasion up to 150 guests may be embarked, subject to

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current MSC and regulatory body regulations, for observing operations. DIRSSP shall have support responsibilities for the technical operation and maintenance of their mission equipment. The Master and SR shall effectively execute each mission through compliance with operational orders.

Attachment A is the T-AGS Technical Manual (TTM) and WATERS Technical Manual (WTM).

All requirements specified in this technical manual shall be complied with as though they were contained in Section C of the contract. Where there are differences in requirements between Section C (Performance Work Statement - PWS) and Attachment A, Section C will take precedence. In many cases, the TTM and WTM provide amplifying information to requirements outlined in Section C.

C-1.1.2 Control

C-1.1.2.1 Operational Control (OPCON). OPCON of the ships resides with the numbered fleet commander (e.g. COMFIFTHFLT, COMSIXTHFLT, or COMSEVENTHFLT) and will normally be delegated to a subordinate Task Force Commander who shall promulgate operating instructions specific to the operating area. The Operational Commander is also responsible for the protection of the ships within the operating area and will establish anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) and other security requirements for the ships while at sea and in port. The ships shall comply with the directions of the Operational Commander.

In the event such direction may exceed or be in conflict with the terms of this work statement, the contractor shall comply within the time required, notifying the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) immediately upon the receipt of such direction.

C-1.1.2.2 Tactical Control (TACON). OPCON authority includes TACON, which is the detailed and local direction and control of ship movements necessary to accomplish the missions and is normally delegated to the cognizant MSC Area Commander or office by the Operational Commander. The command exercising TACON will issue sail orders in accordance with the established ship schedules. Aboard ship, the Senior NAVOCEANO Representative (SNR) or Sponsor Representative (SR) for DIRSSP shall control and have authority over the performance of Sponsor missions. Upon request of the SR/SNR to meet urgent or technical requirements, the Master is authorized to make minor deviations from the sailing orders until formal orders can be provided by the Commander having OPCON or TACON of the ship, provided all commands within the operational chain of command are immediately notified.

C-1.1.3 Concept of Operations (CONOPS). At contract performance commencement, it is anticipated seven (7) ships will be in Full Operating Status (FOS).

C-1.1.4 Area of Operations. Area of operations shall be worldwide. See Section 21 of the T-AGS

Technical Manual (TTM-21) and WATERS Technical Manual (WTM) for current projected areas of operation. Both the ship and equipment are designed for extended, independent underway operations in remote geographic areas. Therefore, self-sufficiency in operations and maintenance is an important mission objective.

C-1.1.5 Hours of Operation. At sea operations will be conducted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For shore-based operations, see Section C-3.4.

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C-1.1.5.1 Operational Tempo (OPTEMPO). The normal OPTEMPO for T-AGS and WATERS vessels is described in TTM-21 and WTM-21. However, due to the nature of the ships’ missions, these schedules are subject to short-notice changes that can have an impact on availability planning. The contractor shall be flexible, plan accordingly, and be able to support the vessels adequately to meet mission requirements.

C-1.1.6 Weather Operations

C-1.1.6.1 Weather Information and Ship Routing. The Naval Oceanography Centers will provide

Optimum Track Ship Routing (OTSR) for the T-AGS and WATERS vessels in accordance with COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series) and NAVMETOCCOMINST 3140.1 (Series). The contractor shall ensure Masters document weather conditions and prepare Surface Weather Observation Reports in accordance with NAVMETOCCOMINST 3144.1 (Series).

C-1.1.6.2 Severe and Destructive Weather Plan. The contractor shall ensure each ship maintains and implements a Severe and Destructive Weather Plan in accordance with the Operational Commander’s guidelines. It is always the master’s responsibility to take all necessary steps to effectively mitigate risks in circumstances where the Operational Commander’s guidelines fall short. The Master is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the vessel and safety of the crew at all times.

C-1.1.7 Administrative Control (ADCON). Administrative control will be exercised through Special Missions Program Office (PM2), Military Sealift Command Headquarters (MSC HQ).

C-1.1.8 Port Services. The contractor shall arrange for all port services, which include, but are not limited to, tugs, pilots, berthing, potable water, shore power, line handlers, embarking and escorting visitors, launch services, telephone service and internet connection (Sections C-

1.1.8.1.1 and C-1.1.14.15), ship’s official vehicle (Section C-1.1.19.1), and trash/garbage, oily waste, sewage, hazardous materials removal. The contractor may use, or be directed to use, Government Contracts [USN Husbanding Service Providers (HSP)](e.g., Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) , Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), when available, for port or husbanding services if it is more cost effective or prudent to do so.

C-1.1.8.1 Port Charges and Expenses. The Government shall reimburse the contractor for costs of loading and unloading equipment, canal tolls, port/local taxes (provided the contractor exercises due diligence in seeking on behalf of the Government immunity from such dues and taxes), entering/leaving port fees, customs broker fees, pilotage (when customary or required to transit a hazardous or restricted area or body of water), pilotage or towage in connection with bunkering, ballasting or shifting berths pursuant to Government orders and any other similar port charges for ports visited at the Government’s direction, except as any of the foregoing pertains to the Master, officers, and crew. The Government shall reimburse the contractor for costs of port services associated with supporting Sponsor mission operations including, but not limited to supporting all Sponsor requested work. The Government shall not reimburse the contractor for expenses incurred by the contractor for services rendered for the convenience of the ship, its crew, or in connection with the contractor business such as fees of underwriters, or expenses in moving the ships about the port to obtain stores or provisions.

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C-1.1.8.1.1 Inport Internet and Telephone Service. In ports where landline service is available and preferred, the costs associated with providing landline telephone to the Gangway Watch and Sponsor are reimbursable. Also, upon arrival in port or at shipyard the contractor shall arrange internet service for dedicated Sponsor use, which is reimbursable under this contract. Additionally, there are four cellular phones considered pre-approved as reimbursable in this contract: Master, SR/SNR, MOW or Gangway (when landline not available), and Chief Engineer.

C-1.1.8.2 Interruption of Shore Services. If, due to ongoing or impending maintenance and repair work to equipment or machinery critical to providing inport services, the contractor is unable to provide the necessary services to support inport operations (including Sponsor support), the contractor shall provide written notification to the COR describing the reason for procurement of shore services. This notification shall be sent no later than the day on which the ship enters port. See Section C-1.1.14.2.1 for requirements for notification prior to interrupting service.

C-1.1.8.3 Shore-Side Crane Services. It is incumbent upon the Master to review and approve crane and sling safety certificates prior to allowing lifts on his/her ship. This action will not be required in ports where the Government arranges crane services.

C-1.1.9 Diplomatic Clearances. The Government will obtain Diplomatic Clearances and Operational

Area Clearances when and where required. The Government will make Port Visit notifications. The Operational Commanders will obtain clearances to call at foreign ports.

The Sponsor will obtain all operational clearances and foreign territorial water diplomatic clearances.

C-1.1.10 Husbanding Agent Appointments. The Government shall reimburse the contractor, in accordance with Section G-7, for the customary fee paid to port husbanding agents in conjunction with the port visits of the ships, including the fees of agents appointed for canal transits and at bunkering ports. The Government retains the right to disapprove proposed agents and to require the contractor discontinue using an agent. The Government retains the option to direct the use of a specific commercial agent or Government husbanding service provider (HSP) in any port for the reimbursable elements.

C-1.1.11 Port Costs Reporting. The contractor, or his agent, shall submit all detailed port charges to the COR. A template for submission will be provided to the contractor upon contract award.

C-1.1.12 Mail. Ships are assigned Navy Fleet Post Office (FPO) addresses, and forwarding services.

Mail forwarding services will be provided by the Government through the appropriate Government Joint Military Postal Activity and the U.S. Postal Service in accordance with OPNAVINST 5112.6 (Series). The contractor shall ensure each ship transmits via naval message an updated Mail Routing Information (MRI) message (TTM/WTM-3.1.6, Report 006A) and a Cargo Routing or Fleet Freight Forwarding Information Naval message to allow mailings to be properly forwarded. See TTM/WTM-15 for additional instructions on properly informing DoD mail and cargo forwarding services of the ship location. The contractor shall pickup, deliver and/or forward any correspondence and parcels with respect to this contract on a daily basis.

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C-1.1.12.1 Registered Mail. Registered mail shall only be opened by personnel holding SECRET clearances.

C-1.1.13 Operate Ships. The contractor shall operate the ships, hydrographic survey launches (HSLs) and related ship systems and equipment in a quality manner to support all MSC and Sponsor requirements, and in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and ABS regulations, including Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) as amended.

a. Sovereign Immunity. The Master, while performing ship operations, shall advise foreign authorities that each USNS vessel under this contract is a sovereign immune vessel of the United States. These privileges include immunity from arrest or search (whether in foreign internal or territorial waters, or in international waters), immunity from foreign taxation, exemption from any foreign state regulation requiring flying the flag of such foreign state either in its ports or while passing through its territorial sea, and entitlement to exercise exclusive control over persons on board such vessels with respect to acts performed on board.

b. Foreign Law Enforcement. Masters shall refuse requests from foreign authorities for documents, physical evidence, interviews of personnel, statements, any request to board, examine, inspect, or search the vessel, and any request for the physical delivery of persons on the vessel to foreign authorities. The Master lacks authority to comply with such a request, and shall so advise foreign authorities.

c. Foreign Port Visits. The Master may, if appropriate, provide a Shore Party List of individuals who will go ashore to the host nation before granting liberty in port if such a list is requested. The Shore Party List may contain only the names and passport numbers of those personnel, all other information will not be provided. Masters shall comply with applicable U.S. and host nation agreements, such as status of forces agreements, that specify particular procedures for port visits in that country.

C-1.1.13.1 Ships in Full Operating Status (FOS). The contractor shall operate each ship in a safe and professional manner and sail with a full crew as specified in Section C-1.7.1.1 and TTM/WTM-19. The contractor is responsible for complying with operational schedules and other such mission taskings issued by MSC or the Operational Commander.

C-1.1.13.2 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.13.3 Standard Operating Manual (SOM). The contractor shall comply with the Standard

Operating Manual (SOM), COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series), which is the primary MSC instruction that addresses the unique mission of the MSC fleet and is applicable to the subject ship(s).

It provides policies and procedures pertaining to the operation and administration of the MSC fleet and provides a guide to other more definitive instructions. Masters shall be familiar with the instruction’s content. In cases where the SOM and this contract conflict, the contractor shall notify the COR, and the Operational Commander immediately.

C-1.1.13.3.1 Master’s Responsibilities. The Master is responsible for the safe navigation, care, and custody of the vessel as well as the safety of personnel embarked. The Master shall comply with SAILORDS, OPORDS, Fleet Commander and Numbered Fleet Commander guidance.

The Master shall exercise due diligence to observe all such orders and instructions. The

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Master shall enforce all laws of the United States and all applicable rules and regulations of the U.S. Coast Guard and Military Sealift Command under his/her purview. In case of emergency, nothing in this contract shall be construed as preventing the Master from taking the most effective action which, in his/her judgment, will rectify the situation causing the emergency, and thereby safeguard life, property, and the ship. The Master will have authority to abort operations temporarily on the basis of clear and present danger to life at sea, and will inform the Operational Commander with an information copy to COMSC and cognizant MSC Area Commander. The Master shall provide a written report of the action taken, his rationale, and recommendations as soon as possible. Under normal operating conditions the Master shall not take any mission-aborting action without consultation with the SNR or SR and prior approval of the Fleet Commander.

C-1.1.13.4 Casualty, Incident and Injury Reporting. The contractor shall ensure all casualties, incidents and injuries (or death) are reported in accordance with the requirements of COMSCINST

3121.9 (Series).

C-1.1.13.4.1 Casualty Report (CASREP). Machinery, hull or equipment casualties shall be reported in the

Navy standard format of a Casualty Report (CASREP) in accordance with COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series). The Naval message format reports shall consist of the initial CASREP, and shall be followed by updates and a final correction (CASCOR) of the casualty. In addition to the requirements defined in COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series), if a casualty is mission degrading, it must be reported within four (4) hours of occurrence. In addition to the specific CASREP reporting requirements (which are normally classified), the contractor shall also inform the COR and other designated personnel as soon as practicable by the most efficient means available (usually email or telephone) whenever a mission degrading(C-3/C-4) casualty occurs. Information in these reports will be limited to unclassified data only. The SR/SNR shall be notified immediately of all ship's casualties.

C-1.1.13.4.2 Special Incident Reporting (OPREP-3). Reporting of all accidents or occurrences resulting in damage by or to the ship, gear or cargo, or injury, or loss of life shall be issued in accordance with COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series). This includes among other things, collision, stranding, grounding, foundering, heavy weather damage, fire, explosion, failure of gear and equipment, and any other damage affecting the seaworthiness of the ship. The contractor shall inform the USCG of such occurrences in accordance with USCG regulations (USCG form 2692).

C-1.1.13.4.3 Marine Casualty Investigations. The current MSC/USCG Memorandum of Agreement

(MOA) requires the contractor to report all marine casualties in accordance with 46 CFR 97.

The Coast Guard may decide to investigate casualties meeting these reporting requirements. The contractor shall provide the COR, and ABS with the USCG Casualty Investigation Report, including all correspondence regarding any marine casualty investigation.

C-1.1.13.4.4 Rescue Assistance. The contractor shall immediately notify the Operational Commander and Sponsor if any ship becomes disabled at sea. Rescue/assistance comprises measures administered to ships in distress or in danger of a distress situation. The Operational Commander will determine the rescue assistance requirements and arrange for the dispatch of Navy-controlled assets. In circumstances where Government-provided assistance is not

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available or the vessel is in no immediate danger, which shall be determined by the Operational Commander on a case-by-case basis, the contractor will be tasked to provide such services on a cost-reimbursable basis. Guidance is provided in COMSCINST 5420.2 (Series) and OPNAVINST 4740.2 (Series).

C-1.1.13.4.5 Rescue Assistance Request. In the event of a rescue assistance situation on a vessel covered by this contract, the contractor shall submit a Salvage or Rescue/Assistance Request in accordance with the provisions of NWP 1-03.1. This report shall be submitted in conjunction with CASREPs and Reports of Required Emergency Repairs. As a minimum this report shall include:

• Ship Location.

• Weather Conditions.

• Description of casualty, including cause and action being taken by the crew to control damage.

• Type of assistance required.

As applicable, this report shall also include:

• Draft forward and aft prior to casualty.

• Draft forward and aft after casualty.

• Amount of potable water, ballast, and bunkers on ship by tanks, and ruptured, distorted, or otherwise disrupted strength members.

• Type of bottom, if aground.

• Range of tide and time of next tide, if aground.

C-1.1.13.5 Emergency Sorties. Emergency sorties may be required at the discretion of the Government and as directed by the local Area Command or at any other time the Government determines such a sortie is appropriate, such as to avoid hazardous weather. If required, the contractor shall obtain a permit to proceed from the local USCG Captain of the Port (COTP). Additional guidance is provided in COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series).

C-1.1.13.6 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.13.7 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.13.8 Post and Maintain Sailing Board. A Sailing Board shall be posted and maintained by the contractor in accordance with his prevailing labor agreements. The exact sailing time shall be coordinated with the SNR/SR.

C-1.1.13.9 Set Sea Detail. Administrative requirements and operational procedures for entering U.S.

and foreign ports are included in COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series).

C-1.1.13.10 Docking/Undocking. Administrative requirements and operational procedures for docking/undocking are included in COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series).

C-1.1.13.11 Ship Crew List. The contractor shall maintain a current crew list for each vessel. This list shall include the mariner's name, position, license held, security clearance level, training

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completed. The contractor shall submit an updated list to the Government as detailed in TTM/WTM-3.1.6, Report 012A.

C-1.1.14 Sponsor Support

C-1.1.14.1 Provide Mission Support. The contractor shall provide support to the Sponsor to meet mission requirements. Such support may be required on a 24-hour basis with the understanding STCW requirements may preclude twenty four (24)-hour operations for extended periods of time. Overtime incurred as a result of these efforts is reimbursable in accordance with G-7.

C-1.1.14.2 Conduct Sponsor Operations. When requested by the SR/SNR, the contractor shall provide technical and operational support to the Sponsor to meet the requirements of the T-AGS and WATERS mission requirements. Typical operational and technical requirements for each program are contained in TTM/WTM-23. Technical requirements shall include, but not be limited to, providing navigational and meteorological information; completing data forms supplied by the Sponsor and performing survey navigation; operating cranes, material handling equipment, and winches; removing and installing wire rope and signal cables for winches; and launching, recovering, and operating hydrographic survey boats (for T-AGS), inflatable boats, and rigid inflatable boats as well as providing the associated stores, equipment, and trained personnel for these evolutions. The contractor shall operate cranes and winches and lower equipment over the side as requested by the SR/SNR. With respect to the testing of mission-related deck equipment, periodic testing will be required as specified in TTM/WTM-6.6.6.2.3. The Sponsor may also request contractor personnel to operate special purpose Sponsor equipment, generally installed on a temporary basis, which is routinely handled by the Sponsor. Only testing required by the SR/SNR beyond these requirements will be reimbursable.

C-1.1.14.2.1 Special Sponsor Requirements. The contractor shall operate the installed chargers and batteries to continuously provide regulated power to the Sponsor for mission support. The Sponsor will operate and maintain the solid-state regulated power systems. The contractor shall notify the Sponsor prior to securing electrical power systems in order to allow the Sponsor time to properly secure mission support equipment. Notice shall be provided to the Sponsor at least one hour prior for T-AGS (24 hours for WATERS) to any planned interruption of service and immediately upon development of any situation requiring an unplanned interruption of services.

C-1.1.14.2.2 Operation of Sponsor Equipment. At the request of the SNR, the contractor shall provide operational support on a 24-hour basis for all mission-related equipment (including but not limited to winches and cranes) installed by the Sponsor in addition to equipment listed in TTM/WTM. This equipment will generally be installed on a temporary basis.

C-1.1.14.2.3 Station Keeping. For T-AGS oceanographic station operation, the contractor shall navigate and maneuver the ship in such a manner as to maintain proper ship's station positioning.

Adhering to a precise, preplanned heading is particularly critical in all survey operations;

therefore the contractor shall ensure the dynamic positioning system (DPS) is functional prior to the start of all survey operations. Additionally, the contractor shall ensure the bow thruster is available when requested by the Sponsor. It is essential that personnel assigned

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to the helm be competent helmsmen and have had prior experience or training in manning a ship's wheel. Each person assigned must be given instruction as to the importance of this task.

C-1.1.14.2.4 Support Shore-Based Tide Gauges or Geodetic Control Sites for Hydrographic Survey Ships.

For the T-AGS, the contractor shall task their local agent to liaison with local officials and provide if necessary, guards, a fence or secure perimeter around the tide gauge, a sign in the local language, and transportation or any other limited support as required to support Sponsor's shore-based sites. This support is reimbursable at actual cost unless a rate is otherwise specified in this contract.

C-1.1.14.2.5 USNS WATERS Loss of Electrical Power. The Contractor shall maintain the electrical generation system in a configuration such that in the event of a unplanned loss of electrical power, and barring any catastrophic casualty to system components, the electrical power can be restored within ten minutes of loss at any time, whether the ship is at sea or in port.

C-1.1.14.2.6 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.14.2.7 Special Sponsor HVAC Requirements. The contractor shall operate and maintain the HVAC systems within design limits to maintain the specialized conditions of Sponsor spaces and equipment. Air conditioning, chill water systems, electrostatic precipitators and other systems shall be operated to meet requirements of temperature, humidity, and filtration.

Sponsor personnel shall control thermostat operation of those HVAC units within the confines of Sponsor-controlled spaces.

C-1.1.14.3 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.14.4 Inport Sponsor Messing and Custodial Support. While inport (excluding shipyard periods), the Master shall ensure sufficient personnel are retained onboard at all times to provide the proper standard of messing and custodial services to all embarked personnel remaining onboard. The Sponsor shall be responsible for advising the Master of the number of Sponsor personnel onboard on a day-to-day basis throughout the inport period.

C-1.1.14.5 Inport Mission Support. In port or at anchor, the contractor shall provide operational assistance to the Sponsor to meet mission requirements. For T-AGS, the Sponsor shall provide survey support requirements (i.e. Cruise Card) on a timely basis to MSC, which will be directed via the COR for subcontract for local industrial and logistics support identified by the SNR for inclusion with the subcontract for local industrial assistance. These requirements shall include, but not be limited to, loading and unloading equipment, stores and supplies; arranging for industrial equipment and assistance, and medical and personnel support. The Government may also infrequently require the contractor to provide shore-side personnel to attend the ship if the scope of Government-directed work requires. In such cases, the travel expenses of shore-side personnel are reimbursable in accordance with G-7.

C-1.1.14.6 Coastal Operations. In order to meet National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) mapping and charting requirements, T-AGS ships conducting coastal hydrographic operations will often be required to conduct survey operations in waters as shallow as 20

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meters. Additionally, shoal and wreck investigations will often require close maneuvering in the vicinity of hazardous areas. The Master and ship’s officers shall be willing to navigate the ship at such depths and locations. However, if the Master considers the specific operations directed by the SNR or Operational Commander to be unsafe for the ship and crew, the Master shall immediately notify the Operational Commander, COR, and Sponsor by Naval message and navigate the vessel safely. When conducting survey operations in less than two hundred (200) meters, the Master will notify the SNR of all trim changes in the vessel.

C-1.1.14.7 Small-Craft Operations. For the T-AGS ships, the contractor shall operate and maintain the inflatable workboats and Hydrographic Survey Launches (HSLs). The workboats shall be used to recover gliders, REMUS, and other sponsor sensors. All T-AGS 60 class vessels have been configured to carry HSL davits. Currently, the only vessels with davits installed (and HSLs aboard) are USNS HENSON, USNS BOWDITCH, and USNS BRUCE HEEZEN. The contractor will be provided at least 90 days' notice prior to installation of any HSLs on T-AGS 60 Class ships. When trained Sponsor personnel are available, the Sponsor may operate the workboats, with the contractor providing coxswain assistance if necessary; SNR will provide the Master with supporting documentation attesting to certified training. Of the available craft (the ship, HSLs, and the workboat), no more than three will be required to be operated at any one time. However, the HSLs (when installed) must be fully operational at all times;

the HSL operational status shall be reported in the Weekly Operations Summary Report.

The Master may suspend small craft operations as required by STCW when navigational conditions require additional unlicensed crewmembers on watch. In such an event, the contractor shall notify the Sponsor and COR immediately.

C-1.1.14.8 Hydrographic Survey Launch (HSL) Launch/Recovery Operations. For the T-AGS ships, the contractor shall adhere to the applicable safety procedures and safety precautions as detailed in the HSL Safety and Operations Manual. A copy of this document shall be provided to the SNR.

C-1.1.14.9 Small Boat Fueling. For both T-AGS and WATERS, the contractor shall safely fuel small boats carried aboard the ship including but not limited to workboats, hydrographic survey launches, and lifeboats.

C-1.1.14.10 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.14.11 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.14.12 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.14.13 Provide Special Project Support. From time to time the Government may require the contractor to undertake special projects, usually in the nature of technical investigations which are within the capability of the contractor’s shipboard employees. The contractor shall arrange for such projects to be completed on a non-interference basis using overtime when necessary. The COR reserves the right to order direction for such work.

Reimbursement of crew overtime expenses shall be allowed as complete compensation to the contractor. Project overtime limits shall be established in advance as practicable, normally in conjunction with each project authorization.

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C-1.1.14.14 Material Handling Operations. The contractor shall be responsible for the receipt, loading, storage and discharge of materials. The contractor shall also load and discharge all materials requested by the SR/SNR. The SR/SNR must receipt for Sponsor material. The contractor shall arrange for any shore-side equipment, if required, to load and discharge the ship. The Government will reimburse the direct expenses of this equipment for all government-directed work. See Section C-1.2.11 for hazardous material handling.

C-1.1.14.14.1Hazardous Material Handling and Disposal for Sponsor Materials. Sponsor personnel shall provide the contractor with unique or special handling requirements for their equipment.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be obtained from the supplier for all hazardous material used, handled, packaged, transported, or disposed. Suppliers of hazardous material are required to provide a MSDS by 29 CFR 1910.1200, OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. Prior to each mission the Master shall determine with the SNR what hazardous materials are stowed in Sponsor spaces. The Master will provide MSDSs to the SNR for all hazardous materials brought onboard and delivered to the Sponsor. Sponsor hazardous materials will be disposed of in accordance with Section C-1.2.11 and C-5.8.

C-1.1.14.15 [RESERVED].

C-1.1.15 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.16 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.17 Explosives. The contractor shall ensure explosives/ammunition (including pyrotechnics) are stowed and handled in accordance with USCG regulations, 49 CFR parts 171 – 176, Navigation and Inspection Circular No. 3-92, and applicable Navy requirements set forth in OPNAVINST 8020.14A, U.S. Navy Explosive Safety Policy; NAVSEAINST OP 4, Ammunition and Explosives Safety Afloat.

C-1.1.18 [RESERVED]

C-1.1.19 Provide Liberty Support. The contractor shall arrange for commercial launch service, when the ships are either at anchor or berthed at offshore facilities more than six (6) hours.

Launch services provided from commercial sources shall be reimbursable.

C-1.1.19.1 Provide Transportation Services. The contractor shall make available to the Sponsor the use of any vehicle obtained to conduct official ship business when not being used by the contractor (e.g. any shuttle/van service provided to the crew during inport and upkeep periods). Drivers cannot be utilized without COR approval. The cost of vehicles provided for the contractor to conduct official ship business is reimbursable, however, prior COR approval is required.

C-1.1.20 Provide Special Services

C-1.1.20.1 Provide and Maintain a Library for Sponsor Personnel. The contractor shall provide and maintain a library for Sponsor personnel by purchasing books and magazines. Existing titles aboard each ship and new library material, selected from an assortment of popular fiction

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and nonfiction, either paperback or hardback, shall be provided at the expense of the Government. New books shall be of sufficient quantity to add to or replace at least 25% of the existing books on hand at the beginning of each three-month period. The total number of books available shall be maintained at no less than five per person aboard the ship. The contractor may allow his employees access to the library on an equal basis with Sponsor personnel. Upon completion of the contract, the contractor shall return to the Government a library inventory comparable in quality, quantity, and condition to that provided by the Government at the beginning of the contract performance period.

C-1.1.20.2 Maintain Recreational Physical Fitness and Exercise Equipment Related Facilities. The contractor shall also maintain recreational, physical fitness and exercise equipment, and related facilities provided by the Government for use by Sponsor personnel and crew seven days per week. As a minimum, the equipment shall include, but is not limited to, table games and stationary equipment such as stationary bicycle, treadmill, and miniature universal gym. The equipment should be sized to fit the physical dimensions and safety requirements of the assigned space. The contractor shall accommodate the fitness and exercise facility within the physical constraints of the space.

C-1.1.20.3 Provide Television/Video Services. The contractor shall provide television services in lounges and mess spaces. The contractor shall operate and maintain (1) the video booster and cable network; and (2) the satellite TV system (for AFN broadcast). The contractor shall also provide movie (DVD) entertainment and maintain the video entertainment equipment for crew and Sponsor personnel on a reimbursable basis. A DVD video library compatible with Region Eight (8) DVD players and with a minimum of seventy-five (75) different movie titles shall be maintained on board each ship. The contractor shall ensure movies are current and cover a broad range of subjects and interests with a minimum of twenty-five

(25) new titles rotated quarterly to minimize repetition.

C-1.1.20.4 Maintain and Replace Sponsor Copy Machines. For the T-AGS ships, the contractor shall maintain Sponsor copy machines in good working order. The actual cost of industrial and technical assistance for (or replacement of) this equipment is reimbursable only as authorized in accordance with TTM/WTM-6 and Section G-7.

C-1.1.21 Provide Emergency Financial Services. For the T-AGS ships, the contractor shall provide emergency check cashing and emergency procurements for the Sponsor. Currency exchange losses incurred on Master's cash are reimbursable only for that portion of Master's cash which was used to provide financial services to the Sponsor. See also

TTM/WTM-3.1.6 (005A).

C-1.1.21.1 Provide Emergency Check Cashing Services. For the T-AGS ships, the contractor shall provide emergency check cashing for detachment personnel for U.S. Government travel advances. Sponsor personnel shall be allowed to cash personal checks in emergency situations only and the checks shall not exceed $750.00. An emergency situation is defined as: the ship is in a port where no Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) office or ATM, which accepts the GTCC, is available.

C-1.1.21.2 Emergency Procurements. The contractor shall provide emergency procurement and travel support to the Sponsor on a reimbursable basis upon written request of the SNR/SR in

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accordance with Section C-1.7.3.2, not to exceed $10,000 without COR approval.

Reimbursement for emergency procurements will be handled in accordance with G-7.

C-1.1.21.2.1 Emergency Supplies and Technical Services. The contractor or Master shall make emergency purchases of supplies, parts, or other items for the Sponsor and services (technical representatives or otherwise) upon written request of the SNR/SR. Procurements are limited to $10,000 per incident and may not be used for procurements which impact ship's systems or structure with the exception of those systems for which the Sponsor has support responsibility as defined in TTM/WTM-6. The contractor must receive direction from the COR for Sponsor-related emergency procurements in excess of $10,000 or which impact ship's systems or structure prior to procurement action. Documentation for reimbursement of items greater than $10,000 shall include copies of required notification and direction. Notification of all emergency procurements by the Sponsor must be emailed to, NAVOCEANO for T-AGS and, the COR within 24 hours of the request. The Master shall ensure the SR/SNR’s request includes by written memo the following minimum contracting requirements:

a. Description of services or supplies required.

b. Unusual and Compelling urgency per FAR 6.302-2.

c. Price Reasonable determination for services over $2,500 or supplies over $3,000 or sole source justification per FAR 6.302-1.

d. Not to exceed $10,000 without COR approval.

C-1.1.21.2.2 Emergency Travel Support. Upon written request by the SNR or SR to the Master, the contractor shall provide or arrange emergency travel services for Sponsor personnel requiring repatriation. Provision of such services shall be considered emergency procurement and reimbursable to the contractor on the same general basis as supplies and technical services acquired under Section C-1.1.21.2.1. This emergency procurement would only apply when other prescribed means of arranging Government travel (e.g., Government Travel Card, SATO travel agency) have failed or are impractical for the circumstances in the SNR’s /SR’s judgment. It is anticipated the contractor shall make such emergency travel arrangements through the contractor overseas port agents.

C-1.1.21.2.3 Reimbursable Emergency Travel Services and Documentation. Reimbursable emergency travel services may include, but are not limited to, paying customs and/or immigration fees, airline reservations and ticketing, departure fees, hotel accommodations, and taxi or rental car transportation. The contractor shall not be required to provide cash advances to the traveler (see Section C-1.1.21). The contractor shall obtain documentation of all support services provided to the traveler through the agent, and shall be submitted as supporting documentation with the contractor’s invoice. Invoices requesting reimbursement shall also include a copy of the SR/SNR’s written request and a written statement by the contractor summarizing the actual travel arrangements/itinerary.

C-1.1.22 Provide Postal Services. The contractor shall collect, forward and deliver ship's mail in accordance with OPNAVINST 5112.6 (Series). The collection, forwarding and delivering shall be for personal and official mail. The Sponsor shall pack and prepare all necessary documentation for Sponsor material with the contractor responsible to collect, forward and deliver this sort of mail. When in port, alongside, or at anchor, this service shall occur on a daily basis. The contractor shall maintain a certified and registered mail log for all incoming

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and outgoing mail, which shall be made available to the Sponsor upon request. The ships have Navy Fleet Post Office (FPO) addresses and forwarding services. In the event Navy Fleet Post Office forwarding services cannot deliver mail to a ship, the contractor shall provide or arrange for receipt of ship’s mail. The Government will reimburse the contractor for the actual cost of forwarding official mail during this time.

C-1.1.23 Operate and Manage the Ship's Store/Slop Chest. The contractor shall operate a ship’s store onboard each ship for the benefit of the crew and embarked Sponsor personnel. The operation of this store shall be at no cost to the Government. Hours of operation shall accommodate the work and watch schedules of all embarked personnel, and shall be posted in a place available to all embarked personnel. As a minimum, health and comfort items similar to what is found in a U.S. Merchant Marine slop chest shall be available for purchase (for example, caps suitable for boat drills, jackets and shirts, soft drinks, toiletries, candy, gum, chips and other snacks, bottled water, tobacco products, and any other items needed by seagoing personnel).

C-1.2 ENGINEERING OPERATIONS

C-1.2.1 Engineering Operations, General. The contractor shall operate all main, auxiliary, and emergency shipboard equipment and systems while in port, at sea, and during maneuvering, to provide main propulsion and power to support hotel services, Sponsor mission requirements, and deck operations. The contractor shall operate equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturer's technical manuals, United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations, ABS regulations, and any applicable local or jurisdictional requirements.

C-1.2.1.1 Shipboard Automated Maintenance Management System (SAMM). The contractor shall perform mandatory shipboard tests, inspections and maintenance actions as set forth by SAMM. The SAMM system schedules the minimum mandatory shipboard maintenance actions which the contractor is required to accomplish, including machinery vibration surveys and lube oil sample collection and submittal (see TTM/WTM 6.7 through 6.11). These requirements do not relieve the contractor of the responsibility to exercise professional judgment and skill in the maintenance of the ship's equipment or from the responsibility to make any additional tests, measurements and inspections that may be dictated by abnormal operating conditions.

a. The Government will provide initial instruction, familiarization, and training to contractor personnel at the commencement of the contract.

b. The contractor is responsible for backing up the shipboard computer(s), including the SAMM client software and database, on a weekly basis as a minimum. If under any circumstances the SAMM software and hardware are inoperable, the contractor shall retain hardcopy records of PM preventive maintenance accomplishments until the SAMM software or hardware problems have been remedied. All PM accomplishments shall be transcribed into the SAMM system.

C-1.2.2 Inport Readiness. The contractor shall ensure each ship's capability to get underway within 24 hours of receipt of sailing orders and shall have full crew while

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in Full Operating Status (FOS). The contractor shall have all main, auxiliary, and emergency systems ready for sustained operation at sea at the outset of each voyage.

C-1.2.2.1 Inport Maintenance. In those cases where anticipated maintenance, repair, or regulatory body activities will prevent the ship from getting underway and performing the assigned mission within twenty-four (24) hour period while in FOS or seventy-two (72) hour period while in Reduced Operating Status (ROS), other than a scheduled voyage repair period, the contractor shall notify the Operational Commander, MSC Area Commander, and COR. This notice shall set forth the specific nature of the work to be accomplished, the estimated time required to accomplish the work as described, any viable alternatives that would enable the ship to maintain the original operating schedule, and request approval to proceed with the work described. The COR will coordinate the request with the Operational Commander and the MSC Area Commander. The contractor may be required to reschedule the requested work. The contractor must follow the approval requirements defined in Section C-2.6.1.

C-1.2.3 Fuel Quality Assurance and Testing. In order to assure fuel delivered to the ship is in accordance with TTM/WTM-12.7 and bunker purchase specifications, the contractor shall sample and test fuel in accordance with MARPOL Annex VI (Regulation 18 – Fuel Oil Quality) requirements of the TTM/WTM and ALMSC 07/10.

All testing results shall be recorded in the Oil Record Book.

C-1.2.4 Fuel Bunkering. The contractor shall comply with the USCG Regulations and

COMSCINST 3121.9 (Series) for fuel bunkering which shall include the establishment and utilization of a fueling bill including sampling, personnel billets, communications, and procedures for bunkering. Each ship is equipped with an oil spill containment and cleanup kit as detailed in COMSCINST 5090.1 (Series) and MSC's AEL which is available upon request to PM2 Logistics. The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining and preserving all cleanup kits pursuant to Section C-

5.1.3 Durable Moveable Property (DMP) and TTM/WTM-15. The material in these cleanup kits is the same material as referenced in TTM/WTM-15.23, DMP, paragraph b-ii, Category L: Oil Spill Kit.

C-1.2.5 Fuel, Lubricating/Hydraulic Oil. Except as provided below, the Government will furnish, directly or on a reimbursable basis, all required fuel, lubricants, and hydraulic oil. Packaged petroleum products such as WD-40, cutting oils, etc. are consumable supplies and are to be provided by the contractor at their own expense regardless of quantity. The grades of fuel authorized for use onboard the ships are set forth in the TTM/WTM-12.7.

C-1.2.6 Sources of Fuel. The contractor shall obtain fuel from either Defense Fuel Supply Point

(DFSP) military stocks or through a Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) contract with a commercial supplier. The contractor shall provide the applicable MSC Area Command office at least 10 business days advance notice for all fuel oil requirements. MSC Area Commands will inform the ship if government fuel is not available, in which case the contractor will obtain fuel from a commercial source.

C-1.2.7 Alternate Fuel Suppliers. Alternate commercial sources may be utilized only when the required Government sources are not available, the required product is not part of their

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contract or delivery would cause the diversion or delay of the ship. In such a case, the contractor shall obtain the service of an Independent Surveyor to ensure the fuel provided by the supplier is of the proper quality and quantity. Fuel oil shall be purchased on a competitive basis.