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COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL SERVICES: SCAFFOLDING SERVICES

SCOPE OF WORK

The effort required hereunder shall be performed in accordance with the scope of work contained herein, attachments, and in accordance with all other terms and conditions set forth herein.

C.1. REFERENCES:

C.1.1 The requirements of the following references and attachments shall be utilized in the execution of this purchase order unless otherwise stated herein. Whenever specifications, NAVSEA Standard Items, standards, drawings, publications or other documents undergo subsequent revisions, the Contractor shall use the latest revised version during contract execution. If the Contractor does not have copies of the referenced documents, military standards, procedures, regulations etc., the Contracting Specialist must be notified so that copies can be disseminated.

(a) NAVSEA Standard Items (2015) Category I NAVSEA Standard Items (NSI) may be viewed on the internet at http://www.navsea.navy.mil/CNRMC/SERMC/SSRAC1/default.aspx and will be invoked on all purchase orders.

(b) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910 and 1915.

(c) COMFLTFORCOMINST 4790.3, Work Authorization Form (WAF)

(d) OSHA Regulation (Standards 29-CFR)-1910.29: Manually propelled mobile ladder stands and scaffolds.

(e) OSHA Regulation (Standards 29-CFR)-1926: Subpart L-Scaffolds.

(f) OSHA Regulation (Standards 29-CFR)-1915.71: Scaffolds or Staging.

(g) American National Standard Institute (ANSI) A10.8-2001: Safety Requirements for Scaffolding.

(h) OSHA Regulation (Standards 29-CFR)-1926.20 (b) (2): Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

(i) OSHA Regulation (Standards 29-CFR)-1926.32 (f): Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

(j) BSV&E SOP #06-2, Naval Base Coronado Contractor Crane Oversight Plan

(k) BSV&E SOP #06-3, Naval Base San Diego Contractor Crane Oversight Plan

(m) BSV&E SOP #06-4, Naval Base Point Loma Contractor Crane Oversight Plan

C.1.2 Other documents not listed above may be also invoked, as required, for this purchase order.

C.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

C.2.1 All work being performed on this purchase order shall be accomplished in accordance with all C.1.1.(a) as invoked.

C.2.2 The Contractor shall provide all management, administrative services, materials, tools, equipment, labor, utilities (i.e., air, water, electricity, etc.) and required services to accomplish the work specified in this purchase order.

C.2.3 The Contractor shall provide all cranes necessary to accomplish the work under this purchase order, including floating cranes when required, and cranes with a boom capacity great enough to reach ships berthed second ship out in accordance with C.1.1.(b).

C.2.4 Attention of the Contractor is directed to the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 651-678), and the Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Ship Repairing (29 CFR-1915) promulgated under Public Law 85-742, amending section 41 of the Longshoremen's and Harbor Workers Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 941), and adopted by the Department of Labor as Occupational Safety or Health Standards under Section 6 (a) of the Occupational Safety or Health Act of 1970 (29 CFR 1910.28). These regulations apply to all ship repair and related work as defined in the regulations, performed under this purchase order on the navigable waters of the United States, including dry docks and marine railways. Nothing contained in this purchase order hereunder shall be construed as relieving the Contractor from any obligations, which it may have for compliance with the foresaid regulations in accordance with C.1.1.(b).

C.2.5 The Contractor shall notify the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) immediately of difficulties that may jeopardize the completion of specified work. Notification shall be verbally and in writing, or electronic means, including an Inspection Deficiency Report (IDR).

C.2.6 The Government will not be responsible for work delays or stoppages caused by the Contractor’s failure to comply with registration and access requirements to Naval installations, piers and vessels. Similarly, the Government shall monitor and take appropriate action against Contractor’s who repeatedly or egregiously violate access control requirements.

C.2.7 Work may be required outside normal working hours and on weekends. Normal working hours are between 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Sunday through Saturday.

C.2.8 The Contractor shall notify the Ship’s Authorized Representative (SAR) immediately when all work required by the purchase order is complete and the system is ready for activation and removal of tags.

C.2.9 The Contractor is required to submit a Test and Inspection Plan (TIP) specific to each purchase order. The TIP shall be submitted to the COR and the Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) before starting work under this purchase order.

C.2.10 The Contractor is responsible for the cleanliness of the working area. All trash created by the Contractor as a result of the removal and installations, shall be removed from the ship as required, and at the end of each work day, as described in each purchase order.

C.2.11 Prior to start of Scaffolding work, the Contractor shall ensure that the required Work Authorization Form (WAF) is properly filled out and authorized in accordance with the ships WAF Program and references C.1.1.(c). In the event the ship does not have an established WAF program, the Contractor will provide the necessary documents, in accordance with C.1.1.(c). The Contractor shall also follow established procedures for system tag-out when required.

C.2.12 Work Authorization Forms (WAF): For work on Aircraft Carriers, the contractor shall submit WAFs in sufficient detail so that the ship can provide proper work area isolation. The Contractor shall initiate WAFs in the Information Management System (IMS). Computer terminals will be made available by Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) for maintenance providers to enter WAFs directly into this system. Once the WAF is entered in IMS, the contractor shall print the WAF, sign the WAF and submit the WAF to the Work Test Control/Maintenance Support Center (WTC/MSC) on the ship for processing and authorization. The contractor shall be responsible for updating the status of the WAF in IMS as work is authorized and completed.

NOTE: Typical routing for ship’s concurrences requires 3 days.

The contractor shall establish an account in Electronic-Systems Operations Management System (E-SOMS) in order to produce an Electronic Work Authorization Form (E-WAF) to obtain ship departmental concurrences via routing on the vessel.

C.3 STATEMENT OF WORK

C.3.1 The Contractor shall conduct a preliminary inspection of all proposed work as stated in each purchase order and submit an initial Condition Found Report (CFR) within 24 hour prior to start of each purchase order.

C.3.2 Submit one legible electronic copy of subsequent CFR identifying discrepancy or damages associated with the description of work to the COR within four hours of conditions found.

C.3.3 The quality of all services rendered shall be in accordance with references C.1.1.(a) – (m) and shall conform to the highest standard in the relevant profession, trade or field of endeavor. Without additional expense to the Government, the Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining any necessary insurance, licenses and permits, and for complying with any applicable laws, codes and regulations, in connection with the performance of the work. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that proper safety and health precautions are taken to protect the workers, and the property of others. Accomplish the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-04.

C.3.4 All scaffolding shall be erected within the specified time period on each purchase order as directed by the Government.

C.3.5 The Contractor shall staff all jobs in order to erect scaffolding in a timely manner to facilitate requirements directed by the Government.

C.3.6 For the purpose of this purchase order, "Machinery Spaces" shall be defined as Main Machinery Rooms, Fire Rooms, Engine Rooms, Auxiliary Machinery Rooms, Pump Rooms, Generator Machinery Rooms, Shaft Alleys, Elevator Machinery Rooms, Uptakes (exhaust and intake) and Refrigeration Machinery Rooms.

C.3.7 Heights specified on the purchase order shall be to the uppermost working platform level.

C.3.8 The Contractor shall install working platforms beginning at six feet above each deck surface, then extending up at six and a half foot intervals to the top of each staging section.

C.3.9 Scaffolding shall be substantially constructed and be able to carry the loads imposed upon them and shall provide a safe work platform. All scaffolding more than four feet high shall have approved guardrails on all ends, exposed ends and sides, in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f) and C.1.1.(g).

C.3.10 Scaffolding planks shall be cleated together, and shall extend over the end supports by at least six inches, but not more than 12 inches.

C.3.11 All scaffolding planks shall be at least two planks wide. The Contractor shall not work from a single plank.

C.3.12 Overhead protection is required if personnel working on scaffolding are exposed to overhead hazards. Such protection shall be a two inch thick plank or equivalent.

C.3.13 The Contractor shall not overload scaffolding. Materials should be brought up as needed. Scaffolding shall not be loaded in excess of one-fourth of their rated capability.

C.3.14 Wood planks used for scaffolding platforms shall be graded as scaffolding plank by an approved grading agency or specifically manufactured for scaffolding use in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f) and C.1.1.(g).

C.3.15 Planking shall be installed on each working platform.

C.4 SHRINK WRAP: (AS APPLICABLE)

C.4.1 The Contractor shall provide and install all polyethylene shrink wrap materials and equipment to envelop scaffolding.

C.4.2 Polyethylene shrink wrap shall be fire retardant.

C.5 ROLLING SCAFFOLDING: (AS APPLICABLE)

C.5.1 All rolling scaffolding shall be erected in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f) and C.1.1.(g).

C.5.2 The height of the rolling scaffolding shall not exceed four times the minimum base dimension.

C.5.3 Rollable scaffolding shall be equipped with lockable wheels. Caster brakes shall be locked when the scaffolding is not in motion.

C.5.4 The work platform shall be planked tight for the full width of the scaffolding. The Contractor shall cleat the underside of the planks to prevent their movement.

C.5.5 When moving rolling scaffolding the Contractor shall make sure the route is clear of holes and there are no overhead obstructions. No one shall be permitted to ride on rolling scaffolding.

C.6 SUSPENDED SCAFFOLDING: (AS APPLICABLE)

C.6.1 All suspended scaffolding shall be erected in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f) and C.1.1.(g).

C.6.2 Contractor personnel working from suspended scaffolding shall be secured to an independent safety line.

C.6.3 Suspended scaffolding shall not be less than 20 inches or more than 36 inches wide.

C.6.4 Wire ropes used to suspend scaffolding shall be able to withstand six times the load it is intended to support. Suspension ropes shall be shielded from sharp edges or abrasions. Such ropes shall be made from material that is not adversely affected by heat or by acids or other corrosives.

C.7 TUBE AND CLAMP TYPE SCAFFOLDING: (AS APPLICABLE)

C.7.1 All tube and clamp type scaffolding shall be erected in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f) and C.1.1.(g).

C.7.2 All twist and lock tubing, whether used as vertical or horizontal members, shall be rotated into a locked position before being clamped.

C.7.3 All clamps shall be tightened firmly (approximately 40 ft-lbs of torque) as erection proceeds.

C.7.4 Runners shall be securely clamped to posts at each end. They shall not be spaced more than 6 feet 6 inches apart vertically, with the bottom runner placed as close to the base as possible.

C.7.5 Diagonal bracing on both the inside and the outside row of posts shall start as close to the bottom as possible on each end of the scaffolding run and extend upward at approximately a 45 degree angle to the top of the scaffolding.

C.8 PERSONNEL:

All Contractor personnel assigned to this purchase order shall be fully qualified to independently perform the requirements identified. Unless otherwise specified in this purchase order, the quality of all services rendered hereunder shall conform to the highest standards in the relevant profession, trade, field or endeavor. All services shall be rendered or supervised directly by individuals fully qualified in the relevant profession, trade, field, and holding any licenses required by law.

C.9 INSPECTION PROCEDURES:

C.9.1 Competent Person – Defined as a person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions, which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them (29 CFR 1926.32 (f)). Also, the "competent person" shall be designated by the Contractor (29 CFR 1926.20(b) (2)). OSHA notes that this "competency" is independent of the training required to be an asbestos competent person. "Competency" as well as training is required. Thus, a "competent person" is not merely someone with a specified level of training but connotes a high level of knowledge of worksite safety and health issues as well. In accordance with references C.1.1.(b), C.1.1.(g), C.1.1.(h). and C.1.1.(i);

C.9.2 The Contractor shall provide a list of competent persons to COR and the Contracting Officer.

C.9.3 A scaffolding competent person shall inspect scaffolding in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1926, Subpart L, before each work shift, prior to scaffolding use, and before work resumes after the scaffolding has been altered or moved. The inspection shall be documented on a Scaffolding Inspection Tag that is attached to the scaffolding in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f), C.1.1.(g), C.1.1.(h), and C.1.1.(i).

NOTE: Manually propelled mobile scaffolding does not need to be re-inspected after each movement.

(V)(G) CHECK POINT (Scaffolding fully erected and safe for use) in accordance with Standard Item 009-04.

C.9.4 When scaffolding is erected and safe for use, the scaffolding competent person shall sign a Scaffolding Acceptance Tag indicating that the scaffolding has been inspected for that particular day.

C.9.5 Scaffolding acceptance tags shall be legible, and shall list any deficiencies, any special instructions or limitations, and be signed and dated daily, prior to conducting work on scaffolding.

C.9.6 The completed scaffolding acceptance tags shall be attached at all access points.

C.9.7 Scaffolding acceptance tags shall be removed from scaffolding during alteration, movement (except manually propelled scaffolding), or dismantling, and new tags shall be completed and attached that say “DO NOT USE,” in accordance with references C.1.1.(d), C.1.1.(e), C.1.1.(f) and C.1.1.(g).

(V)(G) CHECK POINT (Scaffolding alteration complete and safe for usage)

C.9.8 Notify the Shipbuilding Specialist (SBS)/COR of checkpoints via electronic method, during normal day shift working hours. Notification shall occur at least four hours, but not more than one working day, prior to commencing the specific requirements in the paragraph annotated with the symbol (G). Notify the SBS/COR no later than four hours before the end of the last preceding day shift when tests or inspections following a (G) Point are scheduled after normal day shift working hours, on a weekend, or on a federal holiday. If the (G) checkpoint is greater than 50 miles from NBSD, the Contractor shall notify the SBS/COR at least 48 hours prior to the checkpoint. The Contractor shall document the date, time, and identification of the SBS/COR notified.

C.9.9 For (G) points scheduled on normal day-shift working hours, the Contractor shall notify the SBS/COR to cancel a scheduled test or inspection no later than one hour prior to the schedule event.

C.9.10 For (G) points scheduled after normal day-shift working hours, on a weekend, or a federal holiday, the Contractor shall notify the SBS/COR to cancel a scheduled test or inspection as soon as known, but no later than two hours prior to the scheduled event.

C.10 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIAL (GFM):

None.

C.11 HAZARDOUS WASTE:

Hazardous waste generated in the performance of this purchase order shall be disposed of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

C.12 PROGRESS MEETINGS:

C.12.1 The Contractor shall participate in weekly or daily progress meeting(s) with the COR and/or the ACO as required by Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC). The Contractor shall provide a progress report of all active jobs to the Contracting Officer/COR on Monday of each week no later than 8:00 am.

C.12.2 The Contractor shall be prepared to address all facets of the work including, but not limited to, schedule considerations and/or problems with ongoing work and the proposed actions to be taken to resolve these problems.

C.12.3 The Contractor shall provide the name, address, e-mail address, and telephone number of the person(s) who will represent the Contractor at meetings with the COR/SBS within seven days after contract award.

C.12.4 Production Schedules (this is an addition to the standard production/ progress meetings & reports) For work on Aircraft Carriers, the Contractor will also submit all initial production schedules to Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) via SWRMC Code 350, Randy Sopicki at randolph.sopicki@navy.mil, Oscar Ocampo at oscar.ocampo1@navy.mil and Dannie Rios at dannie.rios@navy.mil, for integration into the topside schedule. Initial schedules shall be submitted 3-5 business days prior to the planned start dates. Production schedules shall be developed in Microsoft Project 2000 (minimum), utilizing the Work Breakdown Guidelines (Attachment A). The production schedules shall be revised/updated on a weekly basis. Weekly updates shall be submitted to NNS no later than 1200 Thursday.

C.13 DELAYS AND DISRUPTIONS:

C.13.1 The Contractor shall coordinate work efforts on a daily basis with the COR/SBS and SAR in advance of evolutions that may impact work performance and work shall be scheduled to avoid delays and disruptions.

C.13.2 Delays and disruptions due to drills, shifting berths, inspections, serving of meals, ceremonies, operation of equipment and scheduled meetings shall be considered normal evolutions when working on board Naval installations and vessels, rather than unusual occurrences.

C.13.3 The Contractor is responsible for the relocation of its own equipment in the event of berth shifts or the repositioning of the ship.

C.13.4 The Contractor shall also be responsible for coordinating work efforts with other Contractors working in the same or adjacent areas on board Naval vessels. More than one Contractor working in the same area is a normal condition encountered during ship repair periods.

C.14 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED EQUIPMENT:

The Contractor shall maintain all Contractor furnished equipment, it shall be properly calibrated, tested and ready for use, to avoid impacting the performance requirements of this purchase order.

C.15 REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SUBCONTRACTORS:

None of the services required by this purchase order shall be subcontracted to or performed by persons other than the prime Contractor without prior written consent of the Contracting Officer.

C.16 NON-NAVY OWNED CRANES (AUG 2004):

The following is a list of minimum requirements that Contractors shall comply with for all purchase orders that may result in the use of a crane for the accomplishment of work.

· The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer, in advance, of the intent to bring a non-Navy owned crane onto a Navy shore installation. All entries shall be through a prearranged entry point in accordance with references C.1.1.(j), C.1.1.(k), and C.1.1.(m).

· The Contractor shall comply with the applicable American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards (e.g., B30.5 for mobile cranes, B30.22 for articulating boom cranes, B30.3 for construction tower cranes, and B30.8 for floating cranes). For barge mounted mobile cranes, a load indicating device, a wind indicating device, and a marine type list indicator readable in one-half degree increments are required. In addition, the Contractor shall comply with specific naval crane safety and operation regulations/standards specifically required by the Navy shore installation and the state or local Government.

· The Contractor shall certify that the crane and rigging gear meets applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations by providing a Certificate of Compliance. The Certificate, figure P-1, appendix P-1 of Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) P-307 “Management of Weight Handling Equipment”, can be downloaded from the NAVFAC Naval Crane Center website, http://ncc.navfac.navy.mil/crane/307jun03.pdf

· The Contractor shall cite which OSHA regulations are applicable, (e.g., cranes used in cargo transfer shall comply with 29 CFR 1917;) for the work to be preformed and cranes used in construction, demolition, or maintenance shall comply with 29 CFR 1926; cranes used in shipbuilding, ship repair, or ship breaking shall comply with 29 CFR 1915. For cranes at naval activities in foreign countries, the Contractor shall certify that the crane and rigging gear conform to the appropriate host country safety standards.

· The Contractor shall certify that all of its crane operators working in the naval activity have been trained not to bypass safety devices (e.g., anti-two block devices) during lifting operations. The Certification of Compliance form shall be posted on the crane. For mobile cranes with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) rated capacities of 50,000 pounds or greater, the crane operators shall be qualified by a source that qualifies crane operators (i.e., Union, a Government agency, or an organization that tests and qualifies crane operators). Proof of current qualification shall be provided.

· The Contractor shall certify that the crane operator is qualified and trained for the operation of the crane to be used in accordance with Certification appendix P-1, figure P-1, of NAVFAC P-307, as referenced above.

· The Contractor shall provide a critical lift plan to NAVFAC for concurrence prior to the lift in accordance with C.1.1.a. for each of the following lifts: lifts over 75 percent (75%) of the capacity of the crane or hoist (lifts over 50 percent (50%) of the capacity of a barge mounted mobile crane’s hoists) at any radius of lift; lifts involving more than one crane or hoist; lifts of personnel; and lifts involving non-routine rigging or operation, sensitive equipment, or unusual safety risks. The plan shall include the following as applicable and applies to both single and tandem crane lifts:

· The size and weight of the load to be lifted, including crane and rigging components, that add to the weight.

· The OEM's maximum load capacities for the entire range of the lift shall also be provided. The lift geometry, including the crane position, boom length and angle, height of lift, and radius for the entire range of the lift.

· A rigging plan, showing the lift points, rigging gear, and rigging procedures.

· The environmental conditions under which lift operations are to be stopped.

· For lifts of personnel, the plan shall demonstrate compliance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.550(g).

· For barge mounted mobile cranes, the Contractor shall provide barge stability calculations identifying barge list and trim based on anticipated loading; and load charts based on calculated lists and trim. The amount of list and trim shall be within the crane manufacturer’s requirements.

· The Contractor shall notify the contracting officer as soon as practicable, but no later than four hours after any weight handling equipment (WHE) accident (see definition in NAVFAC P-307, section 12). The Contractor shall secure the accident site and protect evidence until released by the contracting officer. The Contractor shall conduct an accident investigation to establish the root cause(s) of any WHE accident. Crane operations shall not proceed until the cause is determined and corrective actions have been implemented to the satisfaction of the contracting officer. Within 30 days of any accident the Contractor shall provide the contracting officer a Weight Handling Equipment Accident Report using the form provided in NAVFAC P-307, section 12, consisting of a summary of circumstances, an explanation of causes(s), photographs (if available), and corrective actions taken. These notifications and reporting requirements are in addition to those promulgated by OPNAVINST 5100.23 and related claimant instructions.

C.17 EXTENSION OF COMMERCIAL WARRANTY (NAVSEA) (NOV 1996):

The Contractor shall extend to the Government the full coverage of any standard commercial warranty normally offered in a similar commercial sale, provided that such warranty is available at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the standard commercial warranty with the item. The standard commercial warranty period shall begin upon the final acceptance of the applicable material or software. Acceptance of the standard commercial warranty does not waive the Government’s rights under the “Inspection” clause, nor does it limit the Government’s rights with regard to other terms and conditions of the contract. In the event of a conflict, the terms and conditions of the contract shall take precedence over the standard commercial warranty.

C.18 BILLING/INVOICING:

At the time of billing/invoicing, the Contractor shall provide two hard copies of all information (i.e. CFR, WAF, Test and Inspection Plan (TIP), IDR , check points, operational test results, Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest and Waste Acceptance Form to the COR) compiled during the performance of the work for each purchase order.

C.19 ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:

The Contractor awarded a purchase order as a result of this solicitation will be required to have in place, no later than the date of contract award, a SWRMC approved Quality Management System in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Item 009-04 and the most current ISO.

C.20 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

C.21.1 The Contractor shall provide clearance information data to the SWRMC Security Division prior to purchase order start date. The data shall include the list of all Contractor personnel supporting the contract effort, social security numbers, addresses, citizenship, level of clearance and radiological controls indoctrination training documents.

C.21.2 The Contractor shall submit a list of employees who will be boarding naval vessels in the performance of this purchase order for facilitating access to non-restricted areas.

C.21.3 A revised list shall be submitted upon any change in employees (either addition or deletion).

C.21.4 The Contractor shall issue each employee an identification card containing the employee's picture which shall be utilized for positive identification. The card shall be worn in a visible location when the employee is on Government property.

C.21.6 For CVN’s only: Only U.S. citizens who have received radiological controls indoctrination training prior to each CVN’s availability will be granted access to CVN’s for work under the purchase order.

C.21 SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Large scaffolding consisting of 40 bays or greater shall be erected within four (4) days for submarine topside work, seven (7) days for surface ship/vessel mast work, ten (10) day for berthing barge exterior work, and fourteen (14) days for carrier islands and super structure work, unless otherwise indicated. The Contractor shall respond within eight (8) hours after receipt of the purchase order. The Contractor shall also be capable of performing multiple tasks/purchase orders at the same time.

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