N32205-17-R-3515-0002.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

Edits L-3 to identify CD I and CD II Edits Section L-4 to revise instructions.

Edit format of Attachment E.

Extend the closing date to 6/1/2017 at 1400 Eastern Standard Time.

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 26-May-2017

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 N32205-17-R-3515

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

18-Apr-2017

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 X is extended, 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 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

25-May-2017

CODE

MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND NORFOLK

471 EAST C STREET BLDG T-26

NORFOLK VA 23511

N32205 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

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N32205-17-R-3515

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 30-May-2017 02:00 PM to 01-Jun-2017 02:00 PM.

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

SECTION L

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

L-1 Reserved

L-2 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 email to Christopher Meconnahey at chris.meconnahey@navy.mil. Requests must be received in the office designated below no later than 2:00 PM Norfolk, VA local time, 10 calendar days prior to the closing date of the RFP, otherwise questions may not be answered prior to the solicitation closing. All questions will be answered by a question and answer document. No telephonic responses will be provided.

L-3 SUBMISSION OF OFFERS

L-3.1 Initial offers must be submitted by mail or hand delivery only (including commercial express delivery services) and should be enclosed in a sealed package. The offeror’s name and address should appear in the upper left hand corner and this envelope should be enclosed in another envelope properly addressed as indicated below

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 471 East C ST. – Building T-26 Naval Station Norfolk Norfolk, VA 23511 Attn: Mr. Chris Meconnahey, N103

L-3.3 Neither telegraphic, facsimile, nor offers submitted by electronic mail will be considered. NOTE –

Electronic proposal revisions will be allowed.

L-3.4 Offerors must submit the information required below on two Compact Discs (CD) or DVDs that are compatible with Microsoft Office 2010. CD or DVD I shall contain the Solicitation Package, Past Performance Data, and Price Proposal. CD or DVD II shall contain the Technical Proposal.

L-3.5 Offers shall not contain classified material. Any portion of an offer which the offeror considers business sensitive should be clearly marked as such in accordance with FAR 52.215-1.

L-3.6 Access to the Norfolk Naval Base, where MSC is located, is restricted. Offerors, couriers, and other delivery services may encounter unpredictable and lengthy delays or denied access when attempting to enter that facility. Similarly, mailed proposals may encounter unpredictable and lengthy routing delays.

Mailed and electronically submitted proposal revisions may also encounter 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-3.7 With respect to FAR 52.215-1(d), unless offeror inserts a shorter period in Block 12, SF- 33, by submission of an offer, offeror agrees that its offer, including any timely revisions thereto, shall remain valid until the Government makes award under this solicitation. The foregoing does not preclude an offeror from withdrawing its offer prior to award.

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

L-4 Solicitation Package

L-4.1 Offeror shall ensure the following information is submitted on two CDs or DVDs:

L-4.2 CD or DVD I shall contain the Solicitation Package, Past Performance Data, and Price Proposal.

CD or DVD II shall contain the Technical Proposal (L-7).

L-4.2.1 Proposal Cover Letter that includes:

L-4.2.2 The solicitation number, the name, address, and telephone and facsimile numbers of the offeror (and electronic address if available);

L-4.2.3 A statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation and agreement to furnish any or all items upon which prices are offered at the price set opposite each item;

L-4.2.4 The names, titles, and telephone and facsimile numbers (and electronic addresses if available) of persons authorized to negotiate on the offeror's behalf with the Government in connection with this solicitation; and

L-4.2.5 Name, title, and signature of person authorized to sign the proposal. Proposals signed by an agent shall be accompanied by evidence of that agent's authority, unless that evidence has been previously furnished to the issuing office.

L-4.2.6 Offeror shall certify that it currently owns or is the bareboat charterer of the vessel or has an irrevocable, legally enforceable right (e.g., contract or option) to purchase, bareboat charter or lease the vessel(s) proposed, for the duration of any charter awarded pursuant to this solicitation (including any extension thereto). Any such right to purchase, bareboat charter or lease the vessel(s) may be contingent upon receipt of award of a contract under this solicitation. In the event the offeror is not the owner, lessee, or bareboat charterer of the vessel(s) at the time of submission of its offer, offeror shall provide as part of its proposal the following evidence of the legally enforceable right (e.g., contract or option) to purchase, bareboat charter or lease the vessel(s) proposed:

L-4.2.6.1 Identity of current owner L-4.2.6.2 Current nation of registry L-4.2.6.3 Description and date of contract or option to purchase, bareboat charter or lease the vessel L-4.2.6.4 Name and position of signatories to such contract or option

L-4..2.7 Offeror shall provide documentation corroborating such certification if requested by the Contracting Officer, to include, but not be limited to, copies of any contracts or agreements to purchase or lease such vessel(s).

L-4..2.8 Standard Form (SF) 33 (page 1 of the RFP) with blocks 12 through 18 completed (signed and dated). Failure to submit a signed and dated SF 33 may result in rejection of the offer.

L-4..2.9 Representations and Certifications. The offeror must submit a complete Representations and Certifications of all applicable provisions included in the solicitation. Items which are not applicable must be marked “N/A.” If an offeror has completed its representations and certifications online, it must so state in its proposal.

L-4.2.10 Attachment F, Standard Form SF-LLL, “Disclosure of Lobbying Activities”.

L-4.2.11 DD Form 254, Contract Security Classification Specification, (Attachment D) completed with offeror’s information in Blocks 6 and 7.

L-4.2.12 Corporate Viability. The offeror shall provide financial information sufficient to permit the Contracting Officer to make a determination of financial responsibility. Examples of information to support the determination are balance sheets, cash flow statements, income statements, and combined financial statements that illustrate the company’s ability to remain a viable business concern. If an offeror intends to utilize the financial information or assistance of another entity to meet the corporate viability requirement (loan, income statement from parent company, etc.), that offeror must provide signed statement(s) proving that entity’s agreement with the arrangement. The offeror must furnish evidence of adequate financial resources to perform the contract or the ability to obtain such resources.

For the purpose of this section, adequate financial resources are an amount equal to the total value of forty-five (45) days of the proposed daily charter hire rate for the vessel (calculated on the basis of the firm period FOS charter hire rate).

L-4.2.13 Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs). If applicable, provide current documents that are signed and dated by the parties. The terms of the CBA between the contractor and the union are neither considered to be a part of the contract nor form the basis of any claim or request for equitable adjustment

(REA).

L-4.2.14 SCA Certification: The offeror must certify that it will comply with the Service Contract Act and

Department of Labor Wage Determination (Attachment G) in performance of this contract, should they apply.

L-4.2.15 Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan. In accordance with DFARS 252.237-7023 and

252.237-7024, all offerors shall submit a Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan. All offerors shall also submit a completed Attachment O, Mission Essential Contractor Services Plan Worksheet.

L-4.2.16 Small Business Subcontracting Plan. In accordance with FAR 52.219-9 and Class Deviation 2016-

O0009, large business offerors shall submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan with their proposal.

Offerors shall ensure that they submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan with all of the information required by FAR 52.219-9. A subcontracting plan is NOT REQUIRED from small business concerns and will not be evaluated.

L-4.2.17 The contractor shall provide proof of intent to obtain (e.g., Certificate of Entry) the following insurances required by Section H of the RFP, to mitigate potential costs to the Government by providing protections against potential liability.

i. Hull and Machinery,

ii. Protection and Indemnity (P&I) (including pollution liability),

iii. War Risk Hull and Machinery,

iv. War Risk Protection and Indemnity (P&I), and

v. Second Seaman’s War Risk.

L-4.2.18 The Contractor shall complete Attachment E the Technical Evaluation Sheet.

L-4.3 CD or DVD II shall all technical information and any additional information and documentation necessary to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the solicitation.

L-4.3.1 Offerors shall complete the DryTime Boxes in Section B and include them in CD or DVD II.

L-4.3.2 Box 18 of Section B: Offerors are reminded that they are bound to the timeframe information provided in the box section.

L-5 Price Proposal.

L-5.1 Offeror’s price proposal must clearly indicate the prices that are applicable to vessel modifications. The offeror’s price proposal shall contain the following:

L-5.1.1 Offeror’s proposed Daily Charter Hire prices shall be entered under Drytime Boxes 13-15.

Other Costs shall be entered in box 17.

L-5.1.2 Offerors shall complete Attachment B, “Basic Pricing Data,” for each performance period. In completing Attachment B offerors shall assume 365 days in the firm period of the time charter, 365 days in option one, 366 days in option two, 365days in option three and 335 days in option four.

L-5.1.3 Offerors shall complete Attachment C, “Crew Complement Form” for each performance period.

L-5.2 Provide support data and breakdowns as required by FAR 52.215-20, below.

L-5.2.1 Evidence of Contractor Responsibility. Offerors must provide evidence to support the prospective contractor’s affirmative responsibility determination, to include a response to each of the seven (7) elements of a responsibility determination as defined in FAR 9.104-1. These elements include:

L-5.2.1.1 Have adequate financial resources to perform the contract, or the ability to obtain them

(see 9.104-3(a));

L-5.2.1.2 Be able to comply with the required or proposed delivery or performance schedule, taking into consideration all existing commercial and governmental business commitments;

L-5.2.1.3 Have an acceptable performance record (see 9.104-3(b) and Subpart 42.15). A prospective contractor shall not be determined responsible or nonresponsible solely on the basis of a lack of relevant performance history, except as provided in 9.104-2;

L-5.2.1.4 Have an acceptable record of integrity and business ethics (for example, see Subpart

42.15);

L-5.2.1.5 Have the necessary organization, experience, accounting and operational controls, and technical skills, or the ability to obtain them (including, as appropriate, such elements as production control procedures, property control systems, quality assurance measures, and safety programs applicable to materials to be produced or services to be performed by the prospective contractor and subcontractors). (See 9.104-3 (a).)

L-5.2.1.6 Have the necessary production, construction, and technical equipment and facilities, or the ability to obtain them (see 9.104-3(a)); and

L-5.2.1.7 Be otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations (see also inverted domestic corporation prohibition at 9.108).

L-6 Past Performance Data

L-6.1 Offerors are requested to provide information on up to three (3) previous Government contracts whose effort is/was recent and relevant to the effort required by this solicitation.

L-6.1.1 “Recent” is defined as a contract in-progress or completed within the last three (3) years. If the offeror has not had three (3) Government contracts within the last three (3) years, information on recent and relevant subcontracts and/or commercial contracts may be submitted.

L-6.1.2 “Relevant” is defined as a contract that is of similar scope, magnitude, complexity to the requirements as set forth in this solicitation.

L-6.1.3 Scope: Experience in the areas defined in the PWS.

L-6.1.4 Magnitude: The measure of the similarity of the volume, dollar value and/or duration of the work actually performed under the offeror’s submitted contracts to the PWS.

L-6.1.5 Complexity: The measure of the similarity of technical difficulty, managerial intricacy and/or required coordination of efforts and disciplines performed by the offeror in its submitted contracts to the PWS. For complexity, not only will the tasks performed by the offeror be considered, but also the offeror’s ability to coordinate tasks (e.g., concurrent performance requirements).

L-6.2 A Past Performance Data Sheet (Attachment P) is requested to be submitted for each contract to be considered as past performance. Offerors shall provide a detailed explanation demonstrating the similarity of the contracts to the requirements of this solicitation; a detailed description of the work performed for the contract; and the role performed, including whether the offeror acted as a prime contractor or a subcontractor. Offerors are responsible for the accuracy of all data provided. Past performance information regarding predecessor companies, key personnel who have relevant experience and subcontractors that will perform major or critical aspects of the requirement may be provided as past performance submissions

L-6.3 For each of the contracts the offeror describes in a Performance Data Sheet (Attachment P),the offeror is requested to provide a Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment P) to a reference at the organization that awarded the contract. It is requested that the reference, not the offeror, email the completed Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment P) BEFORE THE DUE DATE FOR PROPOSALS directly to Christopher Meconnahey, e-mail:

chris.meconnahey@navy.mil. The offeror, NOT THE GOVERNMENT, is responsible for ensuring that the Government receives a sufficient number of questionnaires.

L-6.4 All offerors are requested to address historical compliance with the requirements of FAR Part

52.219-8 (Utilization of Small Business Concerns) in the Performance Data Sheet (Attachment P). In addition, large businesses are requested to address historical compliance with the requirements of FAR Part 52.219-9 (Small Business Subcontracting Plan) and DFARS 252.219-7003 (Small Business Subcontracting Plan, DOD Requirements.) in the Performance Data Sheet (Attachment P).

mailto:chris.meconnahey@navy.mil.

L-7 Technical Proposal

L-7.1 The Technical Proprosal 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 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. Additional information may be requested if deemed necessary.

L-7.2 The Technical Proposal shall contain the following, with no pricing information:

L-7.3 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.

L-7.4 Completed Drytime Boxes. Offerors shall provide Drytime Boxes identifying the vessel and providing the offeror’s DUNS, CAGE, and TIN. Offerors shall complete and provide Boxes 7-12, and 18-75 from Part B of this solicitation. Offerors shall include two dates in Box 19; (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.

L-7.5 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:

L-7.6 Vessel Characteristics: Offerors shall demonstrate that the proposed vessel meets or exceeds the requirements below:

RFP Section Minimum Technical Requirements C-1.8 Certifications

The vessel shall be certified by the USCG and classed by either the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) or an International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) member society.

C-1.9 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-1.10 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-2.1 Vessel Characteristics

C.2.2 Flag Vessel shall be a Jones Act Qualified U.S.-flagged vessel.

C-2.3 Minimum Range and Transit Speed

3,000 NM at a minimum speed of 10 knots

C-2.4 Endurance

Vessel shall be capable of supporting at-sea operation for up to 28 days without resupply. In addition, the support ships shall be able to operate in conditions up to and including sea state 5, in both equatorial and arctic waters, and conduct launch and recovery of small boats, Divers, RHIBs, PWC, DCS and SDV in conditions up to and including sea state 3.

C-2.5 Open Deck Space

Minimum of 2,000sq. ft of contiguous open deck space.

C-2.6 Deck Strength

C-2.6.1 The vessel must have sufficient deck strength to load and transport the following GFE/CFE within the contiguous open deck space:

C-2.6.2 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 C-2.6.3 One (1) Recompression Chamber Life Support Skid (10’x 8’, 14,000 lbs) C-2.6.4 Mission-specific support vans (two (2) 8’x8’x20’ MILVANS, weighing up to 7,500 lbs. each) C-2.6.5 Six (6) Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRCs) (Zodiac boats, models F470 and G4702.(12 ft x 6 ft x 2.5 ft, 265 lbs ) C-2.6.6 Two (2) 30-ft Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) (30’x10’, 12,000 lbs each) C-2.6.7 Two (2) 24-ft. Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) (24’x 11’, 9,000 lbs. each) C-2.6.8 Two (2) total SDVs weighing approximately 6,000 lbs. each (approximately 8,000 lbs each with water entrained; dimensions approximately 254.5”. x 54”. x 56.5”) C-2.6.9 Two (2) total SWCS weighing approximately 10,200 lbs (Approximately 18,700 lbs each with water entrained; Dimensions 268.5” x 60.6” x 59.6”) C-2.6.10 Two (2) RHIB Cradles (20’ x 8’, 1500 lbs each) C-2.6.11 One (1) SDV Battery Charger (8’x 8’, 6500 lbs) C-2.6.12 One (1) Air Compressor for Chamber Support and

Scuba Charging (6’x 4’, approximately 2300 lbs) C-2.6.13 One (1) Jet Ski (13’ x 5’, 1500 lbs) C-2.6.14 One (1) 450 Gallon Gasoline Stowage Tank (5’ x 5’, 5700 lbs) (Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE)) C-2.6.15 One (1) Ready Service Locker (RSL) (5’ x 5’, 2000 lbs) C-2.6.16 One (1) Dry Submersible (40 x 9, 67,000 lbs) (Lithium battery powered) C-2.6.17 One (1) DCS Cradle (38’ x 8’, 28,000 lbs)

C-2.7 Maximum Draft

20 ft maximum

C-2.8 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 3.

C-2.9 Propulsion The vessel shall be equipped with an operable bow thruster and main propulsion capable of maintaining station and heading as noted above. Propulsion horsepower shall be rated to safely tow a 67,000lb Dry Combat Submersible (DCS) if unable to conduct a normal recover on deck. Must be able to tow up to 5 days in up to Sea State 5 conditions. The minimum tow speed shall be 2 knots in up to sea state 3 and no minimum tow speed in higher sea states.

C-2.10 Craft Launch/Recovery System

The vessel shall be equipped with a launch and recovery system capable of launching and recovering Combat Rubber Raiding Crafts (CRRCs), Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs,) DCS, and Seal Delivery Vehicles (SDVs). The launch and recovery system shall be capable of lifting and supporting up to 67,000 lbs (DCS) to include interface equipment (28,000 lbs). If an elevator is used, the total weight of DCS and the interface gear (cradle) will be about 95,000 lbs. If some other type of lifting gear is used (A-Frame, crane, etc) only the weight of the vehicle 67K will be required.

The contractor shall be able to demonstrate that the launch and recovery system was manufactured in accordance with Navy standards or a recognized classification society standard (ABS Rules for Building and Classing Underwater Vehicles, Systems and Hyperbaric Facilities or equivalent standard). 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.

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-2.11 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-2.12 Fresh Water Requirement

The vessel shall provide a minimum of 2,000 gallons of potable water production to support sponsor personnel and crew living onboard and 3,000 gallons fresh water daily on back deck for miscellaneous use, including but not limited to equipment wash down.

C-2.13 Compressed Air

The vessels shall provide divers quality air at 4,500 PSI at 30 CFM.

US Navy Diving and Manned Hyperbaric System Safety Certification Manual, NAVSEA (SS521-AA-MAN-010, Revision 2, and 1 Nov 2006) applies.

C-2.14 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-2.15 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-2.16 Underwater Communications

The vessel shall be able to support underwater telephone operations.

Vessel shall accommodate underwater telephone compatible with GFE EDO 5400. The vessel shall be configured to receive a GFE acoustic navigation 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-2.17 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-2.18 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-2.19 Navigation Equipment

The vessel shall be equipped with gyrocompass with repeaters, GPS, and 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 Voyage Management System (VMS) and Track Point III.

C-2.20 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-2.21 LIOH Battery Charging

The vessel shall meet any USCG/IACS requirements to store, transport, and charge onboard lithium ion (LIOH) batteries for DCS and SDV.

C-2.22 Diver’s 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-2.23 Conference Room

The contractor shall provide 200 sq. ft. of administrative/conference space sufficient to handle up to 25 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-2.24 Conduct Operations

The contractor shall operate and navigate the ship safely in support of Government operations.

C-2.25 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-2.26 Rigging Equipment

The contractor shall provide sufficient rigging equipment to support Sponsor operations.

C-2.27 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-2.28 Safety Drills

The contractor shall conduct all regulatory drills required.

Government personnel will participate in all regulatory drills.

C-2.29 Support Sponsor Craft Operations

The contractor shall support all small craft, including SDVS, and zodiac boats, for launch and recovery operations.

C-2.30 Maintenance of

GFE

When requested, the Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining GFE on a reimbursable basis.

C-3.1 Contractor Facility Clearance

The company shall possess a SECRET facilities clearance prior to delivery of the vessel to support installation of sensitive government communication equipment before delivery, which shall be documented in Attachment 5 (DD-254).

C-3.2 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 El Paso Intelligence Center (EPIC) procedures described in Section H-15.

C-3.3 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 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-3.4 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-3.5 Operational Responsibilities he 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-3.6 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-3.7 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-3.8 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-4.1 Deck Equipment Preservation

The Contractor shall ensure all deck equipment is maintained in a working condition at all times.

C-4.2 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-4.3 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-4.4 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-4.5 Vessel Modification

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-4.6 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-4.7 Laundry Services Facilities

The Contractor shall provide a 24-hour laundry facility for a minimum of 25 Government assigned personnel.

C-4.8 Food Service/ Snacks/ Laundry

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-4.8.1 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-4.8.2 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-4.8.3 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-4.8.5 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-4.8.6 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 period 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-4.8.7 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-4.9 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-4.10 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-4.11

(SSCEC)/(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-4.12 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-4.13 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-4.14 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-4.15 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:

(1) Clean/disinfect commodes

(2) Clean showers and wash basins

(3) Sweep and swab decks or vacuum if carpeted

(4) Empty trash containers

(5) Make beds

(6) Change or provide clean linens

(7) Dust – wipe overheads, vents, furniture and shelving

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

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

(10) On a yearly basis contractor shall clean all carpeted areas.

C-4.16 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:

(1) Dust rooms

(2) Empty trash containers

(3) Sweep and swab decks or vacuum if carpeted

C-4.18 Clean Areas Next 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-4.19 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-4.20 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-4.21 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-4.22 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-4.23 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:

(1) Bunkers at the beginning of each month.

(2) Bunkers at the end of each month.

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

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

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

C-4.24 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-4.25 Automated External Defibulator

(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.

C-5.1 Information Security (InfoSec

The Contractor shall implement InfoSec measures for its contractor furnished unclassified information technology system(s) used in performance of this contract.