Requests_for_clarification_ZEUS_MTA.docx

USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) N32205-18-R-4100

REQUEST FOR SPECIFICATION CLARIFICATION

Answers to the following RFCs have been combined them into one file. Questsions 31 and 52-59 all have the same answer and have been combined.

QUESTION:

Can photographs of the existing compartment and preheater showing the location/vicinity of the existing preheater be provided?

QUESTION NO.: _31_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 112___

PARAGRAPH :_7.1.7 & 7.1.13__

TITLE: Cable Drum Machinery Spaces Preservation

QUESTION NO.: _52______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0802____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 1-20-3 (VR-017-086)

QUESTION NO.: _53______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0803____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 1-26-1 (VR-017-086)

QUESTION NO.: _54______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0804____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 1-25-3 (VR-017-086)

QUESTION NO.: _55______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0805____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 1-34-1 (VR-017-086)

QUESTION NO.: _56______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0806____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 1-39-1 (VR-017-086)

QUESTION NO.: _57______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0807____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 1-30-3 (VR-17-086)

QUESTION NO.: _58______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0808____

PARAGRAPH :_4.1.1

TITLE: Replace Preheater 2-15-1 (VR-017-086)

QUESTION NO.: _59______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0809____

PARAGRAPH :_3.2.1

TITLE: Replace Vent Supply S02-30-2

ANSWER:

No photos are available at this time.

QUESTION NO.: _32_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0201___

PARAGRAPH :_5.1 & 7.1.4__

TITLE: No. 4 MDG Exhaust Adapter Replacement

QUESTION:

Paragraph 7.1.4 identifies that the Exhaust Adapter ASM-90 is to be replaced in accordance with Section 8 of the technical manual.

Section 8 of the technical manual does not appear to specifically identify the exhaust adapter as “ASM-90”. Is the exhaust adapter ASM-90 the component shown in Figure 8-3 of the technical manual? .

Are special tools required for replacement of the exhaust adapter? If so, please identify the specific special tools required.

Refer to the Exhaust manifold description and figure 8-5. Also, refer to dwg DA01080, PC 26 for more information.

QUESTION NO.: _34_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0304___

PARAGRAPH :_2.1__

TITLE: Cable Deck Flood Light Conversion to LED

QUESTION:

A document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Cable Deck Lighting TRANSALT Amendment Table” as identified by Reference 2.1 cannot be found in the references provided.

A document titled “USNS-ZEUS.doc” is included in the provided references provided for work item 0304..

Is the document titled “USNS-ZEUS.doc” the document referenced by Paragraph 2.1? If not, please provide a copy of Reference 2.1, “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Cable Deck Lighting TRANSALT Amendment Table”

The Document titled “USNS Zeus” is Reference 2.1. All references are attached.

QUESTION NO.: _35_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0305___

PARAGRAPH :_2.1__

TITLE: Waterline Security Light Conversion to LED

QUESTION:

A document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Waterline Security Lights TRANSALT Amendment Table” as identified by Reference 2.1 cannot be found in the references provided.

A document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Waterline Security Lights AER.pdf” is included in the provided references.

Is the document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Waterline Security Lights AER.pdf” the document referenced by Paragraph 2.1? if not, please provide a copy of Reference 2.1, “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Waterline Security Lights TRANSALT Amendment Table”.

ANSWER:

The Document titled “USNS Zeus” is Reference 2.1. All references are attached.

QUESTION NO.: _36_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0306___

PARAGRAPH :_2.1__

TITLE: LED Spotlights Conversion

A document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) “Spotlight TRANSALT Amendment Table:” as identified by Reference 2.1 cannot be found in the references provided.

A document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Spotlight AER.pdf” is included in the provided references.

Is the document titled “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Spotlight AER.pdf” the document referenced by Paragraph 2.1? if not, please provide a copy of Reference 2.1, “USNS ZEUS (T-ARC 7) Spotlight TRANSALT Amentment Table”.

ANSWER:

The Document titled “USNS Zeus” is Reference 2.1. All references are attached.

QUESTION:

Access to US Government Document Drawing Repository is not provided to contractors who do not possess a Facility Security Clearance.

A Facility Security Clearance will not be provided without submission of a background check using the government system. The system for submission of a background security check is not available for contractor submission without a Facility Security Clearance.

This is a repetitive problem which the contractor connot control or correct.

References 2.1 and 2.2 are not provided with the references received and has the statement that “Contractor must have access to latest version of above Navy PMS cards”

Please provide references 2.1 and 2.2.

QUESTION NO.: _39_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0403___

PARAGRAPH :_2.1 and 2.2__

TITLE: Antenna Preventative Maintenance

Access to US Government Document Drawing Repository is not provided to contractors who do not possess a Facility Security Clearance.

A Facility Security Clearance will not be provided without submission of a background check using the government system. The system for submission of a background security check is not available for contractor submission without a Facility Security Clearance.

This is a repetitive problem which the contractor connot control or correct.

References 2.1 and 2.2 are not provided with the references received and has the statement that “Contractor must have access to latest version of above Navy PMS cards”

Please provide references 2.1 and 2.2.

ANSWER:

See References attached. (AMRDEC-for all References Attached Answers)

QUESTION NO.: _40_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0404___

PARAGRAPH 7.1__

TITLE: NAVMACS Uptrade System Support

Paragraph 7.1 does not identify the number of crane lifts and rigging support are required.

How many crane lifts/rigging support evolutions are required?

Crane lifts are required to remove the equipment removed on Reference 2.3 off of the ship. Also, to rig new equipment being installed on reference 2.2. See drawings for approx. size and weight and further detail. Both Drawings have already been provided.

QUESTION NO.: _41_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0404___

PARAGRAPH 7.5__

TITLE: NAVMACS Uptrade System Support

Paragraph 7.5 states to provide labor and material to install three new breakers or fuses and make the electrical connections to them.

1. How many breakers are required to be installed?

1. How many fuses are required to be installed?

1. What is the extent of “electrical connections”?

Is the contractor required to provide new breaker or fuses? If so, cost of material is specific to the quantity required and model/part number of each to be provided. Please provide the specific model numbers/part numbers required to be provided by the contractor.

See DWG 441-8496951, Ref 2.3, for detailed information on what is required. All items marked as ‘IAF’ (Industrial Activitiy Furnished) is to be provided and installed by the contractor. Drawing has been previously provided.

QUESTION NO.: _42_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 505____

PARAGRAPH :_5.0__

TITLE: Halon and CO2 Extinguishing Annual Inspection

QUESTION:

Paragraph 5 contains notes that do not appear to be applicable to the solicitation.

Please confirm and modify as required.

Delete Paragraphs 5.3, 5.4, 5.6 for work item 505.

QUESTION NO.: _43_______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 509____

PARAGRAPH :_7.3.1 & 7.3.3__

TITLE: Forward Crane Annual Certification (ABS)

QUESTION:

Paragraph 7.3.1 and 7.3.3 requires that the crane be tested using reference 2.3 and reference 2.5.

References 2.3 and 2.5 were not provided in the references received.

Please provide Reference 2.3 Model 60-84 Allied Crane Test Procedure and 2.5, Slew Bearing Installation & Tilt Clearance Checking Guidelines.

References Attached.

QUESTION NO.: _44______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 510____

PARAGRAPH :_7.1.1 and 7.3.1_

TITLE: Aft Crane Annual Certification (ABS)

QUESTION:

Paragraph 7.1.1 requires a test survey in accordance with reference 2.6.

Reference 2.6 is not listed in the work item.

Paragraph 7.3.1 requires testing using reference 2.3.

Reference 2.3 has not been provided.

Please provide Reference 2.3 Model TB-100-110 Allied Crane Test Procedure and Reference 2.6, if applicable.

Reference 2.3 Attached.

In paragraph 7.1.1, Reference 2.6 should be reference 2.5. Reference 2.5 has already been provided.

QUESTION NO.: _45______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 512____

PARAGRAPH :_2.1.1_

TITLE: Gauge Calibration Services (VR16-074)

Reference 2.1.1 MSC SMS Procedure, 10.5-001-ALL, Gauge, Meter, and Test Equipment Caliabration Requirements, January 2016 has not been provided.

Please provide Reference 2.1.1

Reference provided.

QUESTION NO.: _46______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 520____

PARAGRAPH :_2.1.1_

TITLE: Inspect/Lubricate Three Self Fleeting Cable Drums

QUESTION:

Reference 2.3 Lubrication Chart for Self Fleeting Cable Drum Section 5 Figure 5-1 has not been provided.

Please provide Reference 2.3

ANSWER:

Tech manual SG456-A4-MMA-010_01, Self Fleeting Cable Drum and Cable Drum Drive Volume 1, was provided.

Refer to Section 5, Figure 5-1 shown on page 5-27.

QUESTION NO.: _48______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 605____

PARAGRAPH :_7.3.2, 7.5.1.1, 7.5.1.2, 7.5.1.3_

TITLE: Cargo Elevator Annual Inspection

Paragraphs 7.3.2, 7.5.1.1, 7.5.1.2, and 7.5.1.3 have work requirements or testing requirements but there are no references to provide criteria for the required work or testing requirements.

Please identify the lubrication requirements (material type/quantity, etc.) and the test criteria, including weight requirements, inspection during testing, and required test documentation.

TM TG618-AA-MMO-010, Tech Manual Personnel/Freight Elevator, is attached. Please refer to Tech manual for further information

QUESTION NO.: _50______

SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 704____

PARAGRAPH :_2.1 and 2.2

TITLE: Removal of Mission Scout Mk2 Radar and Simrad Relocation

QUESTION:

References 2.1 and 2.2 have not been provided.

Please provide.

References Provided.

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