AMENDMENT_0002_-_N55236-15-R-0004.pdf

N5523615R0001

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

REF: CIS PRESERVATION

The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Extend the soliciation close date from 07 JAN 2015 at 11:00 am to 21 JAN 2015 at 11:00 am.

2. Answ er Request for Specif ication Clarif ications.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

See continuation page(s).

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 07-Jan-2015

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 N55236-15-R-0004

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

01-Dec-2014

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 1 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

07-Jan-2015

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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER

CODE 410 3755 BRINSER STREET, STE 1

SAN DIEGO CA 92136

N55236 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

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N55236-15-R-0004

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMENT 0002 CONTINUATION

REQUEST FOR SPECIFICATION CLARIFICATION

1. QUESTION: - Section “C” of the RFP (which includes NAVSEA SI 009-32) which is listed as the work specification to be used when pricing each line item has allowances for a broad range of acceptable surface preparation methodologies (abrasive blast SP-10, power tool SP-11, spot power tool SP-3, etc), coatings systems (UHS, UHS single coat, conventional epoxy, etc) even within the specified general work location, e.g., exterior spaces, interior spaces (excludes machinery spaces), etc. Surface prep method and coating system requirements drive significant differences in cost. Request guidance as to which surface preparation method and coating system the contractor should assume is to be specified for each of the work areas and sqftg amounts for the purposes of the master contract proposal pricing development.

ANSWER: Surface preparation and coating system application shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Items 009-32 and other references listed in the proposal. Actual area for surface preparation and coating application for each particular Delivery Order will only be identified at the time of the ship check. Contractors shall price their proposal accordingly.

2. QUESTION: Within most of the general work locations listed in each line item for which unit pricing is to be developed are included a broad array of types of spaces and ship configurations which encompass widely different structural geometries and configurations. The class specific layout, as well as structural geometries will make like surface areas within a general work location category such as “exterior surfaces” require vastly different labor efforts to accomplish preservation which in turn results in vastly different cost bases. Please provide guidance as to what assumptions should be made as to which vessel classes and particular areas of the general work area classification should be used to develop pricing for the master contract proposal.

ANSWER: The contractor shall price each line item in accordance with the requirements of the NAVSEA

Standard Items and other references listed in the proposal. Line items are classified in general work areas only.

3. QUESTION: In sections C.2.3 and C.2.4 of the Solicitation, it states that the contractor can use Government provided shore power and the contractor will pay for it. For bidding purposes, how will the consumption of power be calculated and at what rate will the contractor be billed by the Government?

ANSWER: The amount of Government utilities (air, water, electricity, etc.) the contractor will use during the performance of the delivery order cannot be calculated until completion of the work. It is the option of the contractor to use Government utilities or to provide their own utilities in support of the work required in the contract. The contractor will be billed by the Government at the rate NAVFAC-SW is charging at the time of usage. Payment will be made to NAVFAC-SW for Government utilities used by the contractor (see paragraph

C.2.4).

4. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on page 8, Section C.2.1 the statement “…services rendered shall conform to the highest standard in the relevant profession…” please clarify how the Government plans to measure the successful contractor, and to what empirical standard this performance will be compared too?

ANSWER: The contractor’s performance will be based upon strict adherence to the specifications, guidelines, quality, and requirements set forth by the contract.

5. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on Page 9, Section C.2.9, states the normal working hours to be eight (8) hours a day, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Sunday through Saturday and that work may be required outside normal work hours and on weekends. It is the contractors concern that this clause can be abused and that excessive overtime will be directed causing undue cost burden on the contractor when the contractor is bidding the project based on normal working hours. Will the Government establish limitations for this or will overtime be assessed in a contract modification to account for the additional cost?

ANSWER: It is the contractors responsibility to ensure that the requirements of the delivery order shall be completed during the Period of Performance (POP) stated. It is the contractors’ responsibility to manage their production schedule to meet the requirements of the delivery order. Only the Contracting Officer can modify the requirements on the delivery order and is done by issuance of a modification. All delivery orders are negotiated as firm fixed price contracts.

6. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on Page 10, Section C.2.17, sufficient detail to determine scaffolding, crane, transporting, etc., services required for the applicable “line items” is not provided. Will the Government be able to provide this detail so that it can be properly considered by the bidding contractors?

ANSWER: The contractor shall price each line item in accordance with the requirements of the contract.

7. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on Page 10, Section C.3.6, requires for engineering controls and safety boundaries to be in place. This will require significant and timely support of the crew. For example, securing of ship’s ventilation, blocking of fire boundaries by hose and lock-out of equipment, etc. will be required in some cases. Will the Government provide these resources by the ship’s crew in a timely manner within the contractors production schedule as to not cause delays and disruptions to the contractor?

ANSWER: Paragraph C.2.10, C.2.11, and C.2.12 provides information for system tag-out procedures.

Paragraph 3.6 shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of the NAVSEA Standards Items and other references listed in the contract. Paragraph C.2.7 states that “The contractor shall notify the ACO, and

SBS/COR verbally and in writing or electronic means immediately of any difficulties that may jeopardize the completion of the specified work”. Paragraph C.7 provides more guidelines for “Delays and Disruptions”.

8. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on Page 12, Section C.7.1, who will be responsible for “conflict resolution”?

Will the Government define limits to amount of disruption before it’s compensable? If so will the Government provide this to the bidding contractors?

ANSWER: The contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with “other contractors” in the performance of the work requirements of the contract. Paragraph C.7.1 states that delays will be at no cost to the Government.

9. QUESTION: In reference to Page 12, Section C.7.2, does the Government intend on putting some limits for these delays and disruptions for uncompensated disruption? If so will the Government provide this to the bidding contractors?

ANSWER: No. Paragraph C.7.2 states that delays will be at no cost to the Government.

10. QUESTION: In reference to page 12, Sections C.7.3, does the Government intend on putting some limits to uncompensated “moves”? If so will the Government provide this to the bidding contractors?

ANSWER: No. The Governemnt does not intend on putting limits to uncompensated moves.

11. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on Page 12, Section C.7.4, it refers to the coordination of work efforts with other contractors working in the same or adjacent areas on board naval vessels. Will a Government representative be responsible to prioritize, schedule and coordinate these efforts and to allow for cost reimbursements in case of significant delays?

ANSWER: The contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with “other contractors” in the performance of the work requirements of the contract. Paragraph C.2.7 states that “The contractor shall notify the ACO, and

SBS/COR verbally and in writing or electronic means immediately of any difficulties that may jeopardize the completion of the specified work”. Paragraph C.7 provides more guidelines for “Delays and Disruptions”.

Paragraph C.7.1 states that delays will be at no cost to the Government.

12. QUESTION: In the Solicitation on Page 12, Section C.9.2, it must be noted that we cannot agree to durations until we know the scope of work and availability of “space/tank”. These durations can be agreed upon in the actual DO once issued with a detailed scope and ship check. Will the Government make this change to the solicitation for bidding contractors for this solicitation?

ANSWER: Paragraph C.9.2 established the Period of Performance that will be put in effect for each Delivery

Order and an exception that when the needs of the Government permits, the delivery order may provide a longer time of delivery. Line item 0019 provides an avenue for the contractor to price their proposal in the event that an accelerated delivery is required by the Government. The contractor shall price line item 0019 accordingly.

13. QUESTION: In reference to Page 14, Section C.12.1, it refers to the use of subcontractors where it states that

“none of the services required by this contract shall be subcontracted to or performed by persons other than the contractor or the contractor’s employees without the prior notification of the Contracting Officer.” It is requested that the use of “staffing” companies must be allowed to assist in increased manning curves while maintaining the contractors self-performed man hours requirement of under NAICS 336611. Will the

Government allow for “staffing” companies to augment the winning contractors “base” employees to accommodate the short term surges in manpower due to the cyclical nature of this contract?

ANSWER: Yes, staffing companies can augment winning contractor. The contractor shall follow the requirements of paragraph C.10 “Security Requirements” for personnel supporting the contract efforts.

14. QUESTION: Section C, paragraph 1.2 states for work to be done in accordance with standard items i.e. 009-32 for cleaning and painting, Under the 009-32 standard items there are several tables with different lines which specify A. Surface preparation B. Primer, C. Stripe coat, D. Full coat etc. for he specific areas for preservation.

CLINs E001, E002, E004, E0055, E007, E008, E010, E 011, E012, E013, E014, E015, E016. They state prepare, prime and paint. What is the method of preparation and type of paint to be used.

ANSWER: The method of surface preparation and type of paint (coating system) to be used for the location(s) identified in each CLIN shall be in accordance with the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 and other references listed in the proposal. Tables, Lines, and Columns of the NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 are very specific for the method of surface preparation and the type of paint (coating system) to be applied.

a. CLIN E003 and E006 require the contractor to remove the existing deck covering to bare metal.

b. CLIN E004 and E007 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat and stripe coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN E003 and E006.

c. CLIN E005 and E008 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN E003 and E006.

d. CLIN E009 requires the contractor to remove the existing deck covering to bare metal.

e. CLIN E010 requires the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN E009.

f. CLIN(s) E001, E002, E011, E012, E013, E014, E015, and E016 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat).

g. CLIN E017 requires the contractor to remove the existing coating system to bare metal.

f. CLIN E018 requires the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN E017.

15. QUESTION: Section C 11.2 states that the “contractor is responsible for collection and handling of hazardous material.This is abatement of hazardous waste, how is the contractor to be compensate i.e.

should there be a specific CLIN for abatement?

ANSWER: Section C.11.2 states that the contractor is responsible for the abatement, collection, and handling of hazardous waste. The abatement, collection, handling of hazardous waste shall be at no-cost to the Government. The contractor shall price their proposal accordingly to include any and all abatement, collection, handling of hazardous waste that may be encountered, discovered or generated in the performance of the contract.

16. QUESTION: Within NAVSEA Standard Items as directed under C.1.2a, different preservation processes are possible some examples are; to include mechanical tooling, abrasive blasting and waterjet to include multiple coating system options.Which Table and Line under 009-32 is applicable for:

CLIN # A016 - DDG Mast

CLIN # A002 - Freeboard

CLIN # A001 - Interior Spaces

CLIN # A012 - Bilges

CLIN # A014 - Floodable and Non Floodable Voids

CLIN # A015 - Barge Freeboards

CLIN # A018 - Intake/ Uptake Spaces

ANSWER: The method of surface preparation and type of paint (coating) to be used for the location(s) identified in each CLIN shall be in accordance with the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 and other references listed in the proposal. Tables, Lines, and Columns of the NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 are very specific for the method of surface preparation and the type of paint (coating system) to be applied.

17. QUESTION: For Contract N55236-15-R-0004, Paragraph C.5, Checkpoints (NON-Critical Coated Areas) lists "Verify Protective Measures" as (V)(G) checkpoints. Paragraph C.5.1 states: "The contractor shall accomplish the requirements for containment IAW reference C.1.2.,009-06.

009-06 paragraph 3.2.3 lists "Verify Protective Measures" as (V) checkpoints. Clarification is needed on this particular paragraph to competently bid the contract. Will the Inspections to Verify protective Measures be

(V) as listed in 009-06 or (V)(G) as listed in the contract?

ANSWER: Verification of protective measures shall be performed as “(V)(G)” checkpoint in accordance with

Section C.5.

18. QUESTION: It has been estimated that 2015 and 2016 will be large preservation years for the

Navy and double birthing of surface ships will be likely. Some piers at Navy Base San Diego have soft patches. Often times, ships berth infront of those soft patches which disallow cranes from loading in those areas.

Under C.2.5 should the situation described in the scenario above effect a pier cranes ability to load scaffold in a double berth would the KTR be responsible for scheduling a floating crane to provide the same service?

ANSWER: The requirement set forth in Sections C.2.3, C.2.5, C.2.17, and C.16 of the proposal are in effect.

19. QUESTION: Under CLN # A003 Remove existing deck covering. (Interior)

1. Would this include interior decks with underlayment’s?

2. Would this include interior decks with non-skid peel and stick?

3. Would this include interior decks with non skid?

4. Would this include interior decks with aggregate epoxy?

5. Would this include interior decks with carpet?

6. Would this include interior decks with vinyl tile?

7. Would this include interior decks with ceramic tile?

8. Would this include interior decks with polyurethane?

ANSWER: Yes. The method of surface preparation and type of paint (coating) to be used for the location(s) identified in each CLIN shall be in accordance with the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 and other references listed in the proposal. Tables, Lines, and Columns of the NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 are very specific for the method of surface preparation and the type of paint (coating system) to be applied.

a. CLINs A003 and A006 require the contractor to remove the existing deck covering to bare metal.

b. CLINs A004 and A007 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation

(primer coat and stripe coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A003 and A006.

c. CLINs A005 and A008 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation

(primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A003 and A006.

d. CLIN A009 require the contractor to remove the existing deck covering to bare metal.

e. CLIN A010 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN 0009.

f. CLINs A001, A002, A011, A012, A013, A014, A015, and A016 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat).

g. CLIN A017 require the contractor to remove the existing coating system to bare metal.

f. CLIN A018 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A017.

20. QUESTION: CLINS: 1-18 excluding 3 & 6, state Prepare and Paint. To what Method / Degree of surface preparation is required ?

ANSWER: The method of surface preparation and type of paint (coating) to be used for the location(s) identified in each CLIN shall be in accordance with the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 and other references listed in the proposal. Tables, Lines, and Columns of the NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 are very specific for the method of surface preparation and the type of paint (coating system) to be applied.

a. CLINs A003 and A006 require the contractor to remove the existing deck covering to bare metal.

b. CLINs A004 and A007 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation

(primer coat and stripe coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A003 and A006.

c. CLINs A005 and A008 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation

(primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A003 and A006.

d. CLIN A009 requires the contractor to remove the existing deck covering to bare metal.

e. CLIN A010 requires the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A009.

f. CLINs A001, A002, A011, A012, A013, A014, A015, and A016 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat).

g. CLIN A017 require the contractor to remove the existing coating system to bare metal.

f. CLIN A018 require the contractor to perform the surface preparation and preservation (primer coat, stripe coat, and top-coat) of the area taken to bare metal under CLIN A017.

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 07-Jan-2015 11:00 AM to 21-Jan-2015 11:00 AM.

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

OFFEROR’S QUESTIONS

Offeror’s questions shall be sent via email to the assigned contract specialists using RFP attachment J-1. The email addresses of the contract specialists assigned to this procurement are naquan.bostick@navy.mil (primary) and dawn.randolph@navy.mil (alternate). Please submit all inquiries to both email addresses.

Offeror’s questions that are answered will be addressed in subsequent amendments to the solicitation and will be posted to the Federal Business Opportunities website (FedBizOpps) at https://www.fbo.gov.

All offerors questions shall be received no later than 14 JAN 2015 at 16:30 p.m.. The purpose of this restriction is to allow the Government sufficient time to prepare a response. In the event the solicitation closing date and time are extended, the deadline for receipt of pre-proposal inquiries shall be similarly extended to seven days prior to the newly established closing date and time. Although every effort will be made, the Government makes no guarantee that all questions received within the allotted timeframe will be answered.

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