Amendment III QandA.pdf

N6264925RLA06 SALVOR ROH - Amendment III Q&A November 5, 2025

1. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0909 PARA. NO. : 0909-7.3.9 C

7.3.9 Machine, grind and lap valve seats and discs. Spot in the gate or disc to its seat obtaining a 360-degree contact. Verify contact using the bluing method in the presence of the OMT REP and the ABS Surveyor

TITLE: Asking for the What’s the meaning of below paraphrase

c. For plug and ball valves, vertical misalignment of parts with the plug or ball fully seated is not to not exceed 1/16 inch.

QUESTION:

1. Physically, if plug and ball valve seat would be fully seated, they may have almost no misalignment. It’s allowable figure, that’s 1/16 inch.

But, paraphrase C says: not to not exceed 1/16 inch(0.157cm)

2. The below sentence to correct the right meaning is better to work effectively.

c. For plug and ball valves, vertical misalignment of parts with the plug or ball fully seated is not to exceed 1/16 inch.

ANSWER: Please ensure the valve stem and ball are straight when the valve is fully closed. Vertical misalignment between parts should not exceed 1/16 inch (1.5 mm). If the stem or ball is tilted more than that, the valve may leak or operate hard.

2. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0504______________ PARA. NO. 2.0_________

TITLE: ENGINE JACKET FLUSH VR25-0038

QUESTION:

Please provide the P&ID for the lines that were requested to be flushed, for our reference.

ANSWER: Refer to technical manual S9311-A1-MM-010 page 119 and general arrangement drawing 5763565 for engine locations in forward generator (FGR), Auxiliary Machinery Room (AMR), and Main Machinery Room (MMR).

3. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0546__________________ PARA. NO. 7.10________________

TITLE: AIR REGULATING VALVE REFURBISHMENT (2.5 YR)

QUESTION:

Since the recommended in paragraph 7.10 is unresponsive, we would greatly appreciate if you can provide another vendor’s contact information, for our reference.

ANSWER: Contact the OEM service providers listed below to arrange the shipment of eight (8) Marotta valves for servicing.

https://marotta.com/repair-services/

4. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0569__________________ PARA. NO. 3.1.2/7.6.2___________

TITLE: TARS-CCSI-FIRE AND SMOKE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM (1 YR) (SCSI)

QUESTION:

We would like to clarify if our understanding is correct or not: the quantities mentioned in paragraph 3.1.2 are the numbers that need servicing while in paragraph 7.6.2 – these are the quantities that we need to supply – not in paragraph 3.1.2.

ANSWER: That is correct. The quantities that need servicing are in paragraph 3.1.2. Paragraph

7.6.2 is part that needs to be supplied by the contractor.

5. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0580__________________ PARA. NO. 4.0/7.3______________

TITLE: REFRIGERATION PLANTS SERVICING AND REPAIRS (1 YR)

QUESTION:

We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide your recommended vendor’s contact information, for our reference. Also, if possible – all spare parts needed shall be supplied by the ship or as GFM to meet the needed standard requirements.

ANSWER: Contractor is to provide materials to perform preventive maintenance as outlined in paragraph 7.2.1.

The carrier service representative who has provided satisfactory work is below:

Quality Refrigeration Air Conditioning Service, 1680 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, +1-619-230-1534, mikec@qualityref.com.

6. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0587__________________ PARA. NO. 7.12________________

TITLE: OILY WATER SEPARATOR SYSTEM SERVICING (5 YR)

QUESTION:

Since the recommendation in paragraph 7.12 is unresponsive, we would greatly appreciate it if you could provide another vendor’s contact information, for our reference.

ANSWER: The OEM is RWO https://www.rwo.de/after-sales-services/

7. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0588__________________ PARA. NO. 7.7_________________

TITLE: OIL CONTENT MONITOR CALIBRATION (2 YR) (SCSI)

QUESTION:

Since the recommendation in paragraph 7.17 is unresponsive, we would greatly appreciate it if you could provide another vendor’s contact information, for our reference.

ANSWER: Nag Marine is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). In the past, Intech Marine has performed the calibration as a third-party representative and has sent the oily water separator (OCM) for calibration.

8. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0606__________________ PARA. NO. 2.0_________________

TITLE: SEWAGE TANK PRESERVATION

QUESTION:

Please provide the P&ID for the lines that were requested to be flushed, for our reference.

ANSWER: Refer to drawing 593-5763364 and the general arrangement of drawing 5763565 for the list of toilets onboard ships. From previous jobs, they typically pour bleach in the toilet and flush them five times.

9. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0607__________________ PARA. NO. 7.9_________________

TITLE: FREEZER DOOR RENEWAL VR23-0004

QUESTION:

If possible – all spare parts needed shall be supplied by the ship or as GFM to meet the needed standard requirements. Also, since the recommended supplier is unresponsive.

ANSWER: The vendor is listed in the work item, and no other shipyards are inquiring about issues related to this work item.

10. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0802__________________ PARA. NO. 3.3/5.1______________

TITLE: AC CHILLER ECONIMIZER RENEWAL VR25-0057

QUESTION:

We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide your recommended vendor’s contact information, for our reference. Also, if possible – all spare parts needed shall be supplied by the ship or as GFM to meet the needed standard requirements.

ANSWER:

The carrier service representative who has provided satisfactory work is below:

Quality Refrigeration Air Conditioning Service, 1680 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113,

11. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0881__________________ PARA. NO. 4.0/5.2/7.3___________

TITLE: TARS-CSI-AC CHILLER SERVICING (1 YR)

QUESTION:

We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide your recommended vendor’s contact information, for our reference. Also, if possible – all spare parts needed shall be supplied by the ship or as GFM to meet the needed standard requirements.

ANSWER:

The carrier service representative who has provided satisfactory work is below:

Quality Refrigeration Air Conditioning Service, 1680 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113,

12. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0903__________________ PARA. NO. 7.6.2________________

TITLE: OVERHAUL CPP OD-BOX

QUESTION:

We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide another Fairbank Morse Defense contact information, for our reference. This is because we have seen this contact information in a lot of work specifications for different vessels, but they are quite unresponsive or maybe another vendor besides the recommended in paragraph 7.6.2.

ANSWER:

Fairbank Bank Morse Defense is the OEM. An approved MSC Technical representative is for the CPP is:

Propulsion Systems, Inc.

609 NW 45th Street Seattle, Washington 98107

(206) 789-0944 service@psiprop.com Fax (206) 789-107

13. ITEM NO.: 0992__________________ PARA. NO. 7.10.5.1_____________

TITLE: TARS-CSI-CPP SYSTEM SERVICE - INTERMEDIATE DOCKING (5 YR)

QUESTION:

We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide another Fairbank Morse Defense contact information, for our reference. This is because we have seen this contact information in a lot of work specifications for different vessels, but they are quite unresponsive or maybe another vendor besides the recommended in paragraph 7.10.5.1.

ANSWER:

Fairbank Bank Morse Defense is the OEM. An approved MSC Technical representative is for the CPP is:

Propulsion Systems, Inc.

609 NW 45th Street Seattle, Washington 98107

(206) 789-0944 service@psiprop.com Fax (206) 789-107

14. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0606 PARA. NO. : Paragraph 7. 2 in WI606

TITLE: A SEWAGE TANK PRESERVATION

QUESTION:

1. In WI606, Paragraph 7.2, please confirm whether the “Sewage Pipe Flush” requires chemical flushing.

If not, please clarify whether it simply refers to flushing with fresh water.

2. In addition, we are unable to open or locate the reference files from Sections 2.1.1 to 2.1.6 that we re previously shared.

Could you please re-send those reference files for our review?

ANSWER:

1. Add chlorine bleach to the ship's drain pipe and flush each toilet thoroughly to clean and eliminat e all bacteria.

2. Attached is drawing 593-5763364.

15. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0572 PARA. NO. :

TITLE: A TARS-CCSI-DEEP FAT FRYER AND RANGE HOOD FIRE EXTINGUISHING

SYSTEM(1YR )(SCSI)

1. Could you please clarify the cleaning scope of the Exhaust System as described in WI572, Paragr aph 7.5.2?

Specifically, we would like to confirm whether the work should include the area from the hood to the fan room motor, or only the galley interior, or if there is a designated cleaning boundary defined in the specification.

2. In addition, we are unable to open or locate the reference files from Sections 2.1.1 to 2.1.6 that we re previously shared.

Could you please re-send those reference files for our review?

ANSWER:

1. Inspect the Gaylord systems to ensure the ventilation hood and fusible link on the shutter door ca n shut down properly. Use an ABS-approved vendor. If the Gaylord hood needs additional cleanin g to remove grease, MSC will issue a (CCO). Cleaning job is done every 2.5 years, with the last cleaning in May 2025. Also, calibrate the thermostatic switch to trip at the designated temperature

2. References 2.1.5 and 2.1.6 have been provided. All other references are available for purchase.

MSC cannot provide copies of commercially available references due to copyright restrictions.

16. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI 0602 PARA. NO. : Paragraph 7. 1

TITLE: A MEDICAL REEFER RENEWAL VR25-0011

1. It appears that the model name “HELMER IRL104-ADA” may be incorrect.

Please confirm if the correct model is “ILR104-ADA.”

2. If ILR104-ADA is correct, please note that this model has been discontinued.

According to the manufacturer, the recommended replacement model is ILR105-GX.

Could you please confirm if the ILR105-GX can be used as an alternative?

The only difference between the two models is the size:

ILR104: 24 × 32 × 26.75 in ILR105: 24 × 31.5 × 26.7 in

The size difference is minimal.

ANSWER: Yes, that is correct. Please ensure to order the US voltage, which is 120 volts. Kindly coordinate with Intech Marine. The existing medical refrigeration is still functioning; however, in 2023, the shipyard decided to connect the refrigeration alarm wiring themselves to the ship's automation system, which resulted in damaging the refrigeration alarm circuit board. As a result, it is no longer operational.

Most likely, only the refrigeration alarm circuit board needs to be replaced.

The current medical refrigeration is operational, but there is no alarm to notify the crew to check the refrigeration status or provide a warning signal on the ship’s automation console.

17. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ____0588_________________ PARA.

NO.____________________

TITLE: ____-CSI-OIL CONTENT MONITOR CALIBRATION (2 YR)

(SCSI)___________________________________________________________________

QUESTION:

Please provide the serial number on the side of the unit

ANSWER: Nag Marine should have the information for USNS Salvor OCM. Below is the serial number for the two OCM onboard:

Serial:200503 Serial: 200720

18. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0604 PARA. NO. 7.4.2.1

TITLE: WORKBOAT DAVIT SERVICE

QUESTION:

For bidding purposes, please provide thickness of the ASTM A36 MS plate needed to renew the deteriorated sump and or gear housing.

ANSWER: 3/8” THK

19. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0604 PARA. NO. 7.5

TITLE: WORKBOAT DAVIT SERVICE

The reference drawing embedded on the word document specification cannot be read clearly.

Please provide quantity, sizes, and details of fasteners to be renewed. If not available, can we address these via change order?

ANSWER: ¾” all threaded hex bolt no more than 4 inch in length with nut grade 8 total 12. No CCO will be issued.

20. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-903 PARA. NO. 3.3.1

TITLE: OVERHAUL CPP OD-BOX

For bidding purposes, please provide quantity, size and details (brand and part number) per OD box hose fittings (e.g., unions, elbows, tees, adapters, and threaded connections). If no additional details can be provided, is it acceptable to address these via change order?

ANSWER: For estimation there shouldn’t be no more than $1,100 USD for fittings with receipt provided to the contracting officer.

Below are estimate fitting sizes. Shipyard and CPP technical representative ia to check during disassembly for actual sizes:

1-1/2” JIC X 1-1/2” NPT- QTY 4

1-3/4” JIC X 1-3/4” NPT- QTY 4

¾” NPT male x ¾” NPT female- QTY 6

21. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0906 PARA. NO. 4.0 & 7.2.8

TITLE: SERVICE BOW THRUSTER

QUESTION:

Please confirm whether the hydraulic fluid will be GFM as indicated in the referenced paragraph, since paragraph 4.0 states “None.”

If it will be CFM, kindly specify the preferred brand and required quantity by volume.

ANSWER: Procure oil as CFM.

The ship use type oil (MOBILGEAR 600 XP 68) 30 gallons

22. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-907 PARA. NO. 2.2.1

TITLE: RUDDER INSPECTION, SEALS AND BEARINGS RENEWAL

The following embedded files on enclosure 2.2.1 cannot be accessed. Please provide separate soft copies for our reference:

Page 1 Wartsila Drawing US72718-01, Rev B, Upper Seal Drawings Page 2 Wartsila Drawing US72718-01, Rev B, Upper Seal Drawings Upper Seal O/H Kit details, ARS Installation

ANSWER: Attached are embedded references.

23. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-907 PARA. NO. 7.1.2.14

TITLE: RUDDER INSPECTION, SEALS AND BEARINGS RENEWAL

QUESTION:

Enclosure 2.2.2 for Thordon Bearing SXL cannot be accessed. Please provide a separate soft copy for our reference.

ANSWER: Attached is the embedded reference.

24. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-187 PARA. NO. 3.1.2.b, 7.9.1 & 7.13

TITLE: TARS-CCI-FAN ROOM PRESSERVATION (10 yr)

QUESTION:

Paragraph 3.1.2.b mentioned approx. 1,000 sqft to be insulated however the specification did not specify details of the insulation. Paragraphs 7.9.1 and 7.13 does not clearly identify which area are for overheads, bulkheads, structural members, piping, and protuberances. We request the following information to properly identify materials and estimate accurately:

1. Insulation type and material specification (e.g., fiberglass, mineral wool, etc.)

2. Thickness and density/class

3. Surface finish or jacketing

4. If piping: Pipe sizes, service types and required insulation class or standard

1. For bulkhead it will be 1” marine fiberglass hull. Shipboard applications requiring USCG fire ratings per USCG No 164.00 or equivalent.

2.

3. Surface finish to be white

4. For the pipe use Elastomeric Rubber Pipe insulation products such as K-flex. Sizes: 1”, 2” and 3”.

25. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0606 PARA. NO. 7.4.1

TITLE: SEWAGE TANK PRESSERVATION

For proper outsourcing of material, please provide drawing details on the zincs to be replaced. Are the Zincs bolted or welded? If Bolted please provide bolt size, thickness of the zinc, center to center bolt distance.

ANSWER:

See drawing 5763438, Cathodic Protection Arrg and Det which was provided in work item 0984. It also mentioned the sewage zinc requirements detail “35-G”.

26. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0606 PARA. NO. 7.7

QUESTION:

For proper outsourcing of material, please provide additional specification of the Jet Nozzle to be replaced. Kindly provide preferred brand and model if applicable.

One (1) 1-1/2” #6353 Full Jet Nozzle-from Spray System Co.

27. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0606 PARA. NO. 7.6.1

QUESTION:

For proper outsourcing of material, please provide additional specification of the internal pump level control switches to be replaced. Kindly provide preferred brand and model if applicable.

ANSWER:

https://www.granzow.com/

Part# AASPEC12051

28. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0606 PARA. NO. 7.19

QUESTION:

For proper outsourcing of material, please provide additional specification of the new CRES Fasteners to be replaced. Kindly provide quantity, description, size and lengths.

For Monel Fasteners, is it acceptable to offer SS316 instead? Please provide quantity, description, size and lengths as well.

ANSWER: Concur stainless steel 316 fasteners are acceptable.

29. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: WI-0606 PARA. NO. 2.0

Please provide the following Technical Manuals for our reference. These were not included on the solicitation’s reference drawings:

2.1.3 NAVSEA TECH MANUAL 0947-LP-229-2010 Sewage Transfer Pumping System. Available onboard.

2.1.4 NAVSEA RECH MANUAL S6225-M8-MMO-010 Aspirator Pump.

Available on board.

2.1.6 NAVSEA DWG. 593-5763364 Rev.(E), “ Diagram Sewage, Collecting, Holding & Transfer.

ANSWER: References were provided.

30. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0587__________________ PARA. NO.____________________

TITLE: Oily Water Separator System Servicing (5 Yr)

QUESTION:

Could you please provide the serial number of the TD-107C? Thank you.

ANSWER: RWO 2.5 serial number 13695

31. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0907 __________________ PARA. NO.____________________

TITLE: Rudder Inspection, Seals And Bearings Renewal

QUESTION:

Instead of CFM spare parts and materials, especially items 7.1.2.1 to 7.1.2.14, could we counter-propose using GFM for all spare parts and materials? Thank you.

ANSWER:

The shipyard is to provide and fabricate all materials listed in 7.1.2.1 to 7.1.2.14. The yard can fabricate these parts or hire a subcontractor to manufacture them. Therefore, items in 7.1.2.1 through 7.1.2.14 cannot be provided as GFM. Please assist in providing and fabricating the required parts.

For information, the port rudder retaining ring, two halves, item No. 17, is currently broken due to aging and requires renewal and it is listed in ABS condition of class (COC) for renewal.

32. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0906__________________ PARA. NO.____________________

TITLE: Service Bow Thruster

QUESTION:

If available, please provide the following:

• Running hours

• Copy of the latest oil sample analysis

• Any abnormalities or incidents

• Any active alarms

• Any known leaks (externally to sea or internally within the thruster motor frame)

Thank you.

ANSWER: - The running hours meter reads 1543

- An oil sample has been taken by a third party, but there has been no response from the Chief Engineer

(CHENG).

- Vibration monitoring indicates excessive rotation rate vibrations at the upper bearing location, confirming an imbalance at the tire coupling.

- There are no known active alarms at this time.

- There are no known leaks reported so far.

33. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0153 PARA. NO.____________________

TITLE: __ABS INTERMEDIATE SURVEY - TANK INSPECTION (2.5 YR) ___________

QUESTION:

Please confirm which tanks are to be inspected. Para 3.1.2 only mentioned “four ballast tanks”. Please confirm if these are the first 4 ballast tanks mentioned in the Enclosure 2.2.1.

ANSWER:

Work item 153 is to assist ABS in inspecting ballast tanks conditions and provide the condition report for repair:

1. Forepeak Ballast Tank (4-B-0-W)

2. AMR Ballast Tank (4-53-0-W)

3. Ballast Tank (4-78-0-W)

4. Aft Peak Ballast Tank (3-100-0-W)

Note that all tanks under work items 021 are required to be opened, clean and gas free because it ties to other job requirements in the package.

34. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0604 PARA. NO.____________________

TITLE: __ WORKBOAT DAVIT SERVICE ___________

QUESTION:

Please confirm if we can get any local davit service company to perform the service.

Please also forward the drawing mentioned in the enclosure (1) as we are unable to open it completely.

Enclosure (1)- Work Boat Davit & Winch Drawings

ANSWER: Yes, you can get local davit service company. Technical Manual was sent via DoDSAFE by MSC contracting officer.

35. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ___________0354_______ PARA. NO.________7.1_________

TITLE: _____GENERATOR CLEANING AND INSPECTION (5 YR) __________

Inspect, service, in-place clean and test the generators identified in 3.0

STEML CLARIFICATION: Any possibility of removing generators to yard workshop for complete cleaning and servicing of generators?

ANSWER: Not recommended, as access requires cutting the hull. You have completed this job before.

36. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ___________0131_______ PARA. NO.________7.5_________

TITLE: _____ CABLE PENETRATION INSPECTION __________

QUESTION:

For estimating purposes, assume the following replacements shall be required: 7 MCTs, 10 cable penetrations using ABS approved putty, and ten (10) kick pipes—sized at 2" diameter, and one (1) at size 5" diameter (Schedule 40), fitted with grommets or sealing boots.

STEML CLARIFICATION: Specs are unclear on the supply of MCT materials. Can we quote this supply and renewal scope through a CCO

ANSWER: Prefer Roxtec multi cable transit (MCT).

37. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ___________0101_______ PARA. NO.________7.1.2________

TITLE: _____ TOWING ROPE TEMP STOWAGE __________

QUESTION:

7.1.2 Ropes may be pulled, lifted or coiled as appropriate

STEML CLARIFICATION: Please advise if the ropes are already coiled and ready for lifting?

ANSWER: No, the rope has not been coiled nor is it ready for lifting. You have completed this job before.

38. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0802__________________ PARA. NO. 3.3_________________

TITLE: AC CHILLER ECONIMIZER RENEWAL VR25-0057

QUESTION:

We have received the quotation from McMasterr-Carr and their response is as per below details;

“I was not able to identify exact products to quote for the items listed in Section 1 (Materials for A/C Chiller # 3) on Rows 9-12, and the item in Section 2 (Materials for A/C Chiller # 1) on Row 5. For these products please visit our website, www.mcmaster.com, to find pricing and availability for all the products we sell.

The carbon steel tube in Section 1, Row 2 (89955K358) is not available in a 2 foot length. I listed the available lengths.

Length

1 Foot

3 Feet

6 Feet

8 Feet

Please advise if we can quote the steel tube in a 3 foot length.

For all the tubing products, kindly confirm if we can quote 1 Each in the length listed in the chart.”

ANSWER: Mcmaster-Carr is not the only supplier of carbon steel piping; these are just references to give a general idea.

39. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0962__________________ PARA. NO. 7.6.1________________

TITLE: TARS-CCSI-CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (5 YR)

QUESTION:

Since the recommendation in paragraph 7.6.1 is unresponsive, we would greatly appreciate it if you could provide another vendor’s contact information, for our reference.

ANSWER: You can try contacting Wilson Walton international https://www.wilsonwalton.com/contact-us

40. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0011__________________ PARA. NO. 7.1.9.b______________

TITLE: GENERAL SERVICES FOR SHIP

QUESTION:

Kindly reconfirm the gallons of sewage per day since we believed that when reduced crew, it should be much lower.

ANSWER: Follow the requirements in work item 011. It’s hard to tell because you’re the one who will create the schedule for how long the ship will be in drydock but that’s the typical daily disposal rate in gallons.

41. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0011__________________ PARA. NO. 7.1.1/7.1.23__________

TITLE: GENERAL SERVICES FOR SHIP

7.1.1 Electrical Shore Power

We would like to propose providing portable generators that can meet the electrical shore power requirement. Please confirm if this is acceptable.

7.1.23 Crane, Forklift and Transportation Services

Crane charges will not be charged per lift but on a per day basis. We will provide crane daily during the whole duration of the PoP. Please confirm if this is acceptable.

7.1.1- Generator is acceptable ensuring all requirements meets specification work item 011.

7.1.23- This is for ship use of cranes and forklifts. Sometimes they’ll need to offload their equipment or load pallets onboard. Create a chit and record the number of crane and forklift request made by the ship, and have them sign each chit request usage for tracking purposes.

42. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0012__________________ PARA. NO. 3.1.1-3.1.3___________

TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

QUESTION:

We would like to propose providing mobile phones as an alternative. Please confirm if this is acceptable.

ANSWER:

For the office management team (port engineer, contracting officer) in 3.1.3 mobile phones is acceptable.

For the ship, the ship needs shore line to connect to the ship’s shore telephone PBX connection box.

43. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: 0021__________________ PARA. NO. 2.2.1________________

TITLE: CLEAN AND GAS FREE TANKS VOIDS COFFERDAMS AND SPACES

QUESTION:

Please re-confirm that all tanks, voids cofferdams and spaces listed in Enclosure 2.2.1 will be opened, gas freed and cleaned.

Yes, they’re tied to specific work items for repairs, preservation and inspections.

44. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ___________0011_______ PARA. NO.________7.1.2________

TITLE: _____ TOWING ROPE TEMP STOWAGE __________

QUESTION:

7.1.2 Electrical Shore Power

g. In the event of a power failure from the contractor supplied shore power, a backup generator shall be furnished that is capable of supplying all emergency loads as well as ships accommodation HVAC and chiller and freezer room units. The generator shall be onsite and supplying within 8 hours of the power failure event. The generator shall be supported on a 24 hour basis until shore power is restored and stabilized. Exceptions to this requirement may be approved by onsite Port Engineer. Contractor shall provide pricing for mobilization/demobilization of the generator as well as a per day cost for use.

STEML CLARIFICATION: Can we advise on the supply of diesel through CCO? As we aren’t sure about the consumption of it

ANSWER: There will be no CCO for the shore power backup. There were no issues during the last availability.

45. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ___________0011_______ PARA. NO.________7.1.9________

TITLE: ___ GENERAL SERVICES FOR SHIP _______

QUESTION:

7.1.9 Sewage Disposal

a. Provide all pumping arrangements, hoses, connections and shore-side disposal facilities necessary to remove and dispose of sewage from the ship for the duration of the performance period,.

STEML CLARIFICATION: Please advise if this sewage is treated onboard prior disposal

ANSWER: The ship will not have sewage treatment available. Once in drydock, the vessel will most likely lose sewage capability and will require portable toilets, which must be empty daily. The ship does have a sewage treatment system, but it is used only for compliant disposal per IMO regulation.

It will be the same process like previous yard period.

46. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ____0656_________________ PARA.

TITLE: ____'TARS-CCSI-ANNUAL LIFE RAFT CERTIFICATION

Please provide the last inspection certificate of life raft

ANSWER: Attached is the previous report per the request.

47. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ____0653A_________________ PARA.

TITLE: ____'TARS-CCSI-ANNUAL RESCUE BOAT INSPECTION

QUESTION:

Please provide the last inspection certificate of Rescue boat

ANSWER: The current rescue boat brand new from the factory. Attached is the previous report per request.

48. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ____0653B_________________ PARA.

TITLE: ____'TARS-CCSI-ANNUAL RESCUE BOAT DAVIT INSPECTION

QUESTION:

Please provide the last inspection certificate of Rescue boat Davit

ANSWER: Attached is the previous report per the request.

49. SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: ____0183_________________ PARA. NO.__2.1.1. &

2.1.2__________________

TITLE: ____-TARS-CCSI-VOID, COFFERDAM, PIPING TUNNELS PRESERVATION (20 YR))

(SCSI)___________________________________________________________________

QUESTION:

Drawing not found in attachment. Please provide the drawing

1.1.1 MSC Drawing No. 801-8387672, General Arrangement Drawing

1.1.2 NAVSEA Drawing No. 801-5763545, Tank Capacity Curves

ANSWER: Attached is drawing 801-8387672. Drawing 5763545 is not available in electronic format and is available onboard.

50. (Question 38 from Amendment II) SPECIFICATION ITEM NO.: N/A

PARA. NO. N/A

TITLE: J-3 Contractor Price Breakdown

QUESTION:

Upon reviewing the J-3 Contractor Price Breakdown, we identified some discrepancies. Please review if the attached revised Excel file is acceptable.

ANSWER: Yes, a row should be added for 7.1.4, heat exchanger saltwater cooling, and we are still reviewing the J-3 for your other comments and will address any changes in a subsequent amendment.

51. Other:

Could you please confirm whether towing and/or transportation of the USNS SALVOR (T-ARS 52) will be performed by the contractor, or if it is the Government’s responsibility to tow the vessel to and from the contractor’s facility?

If the contractor is responsible, could you also confirm:

* The location from which the vessel will be towed, and

* The location where it should be returned upon completion of the availability?

ANSWER:

See work item 0018_ Delivery and Redelivery of the vessel

7.1.1 The contractor shall provide tugs and pilots in accordance with USCG and local requirements to guide/escort the ship from the sea buoy on the approach from open ocean to a transfer point in the navigable channel as close as possible to the contractor’s facility as agreed upon by the OMT REP and the contractor.

7.2 Re-delivery

7.2.1 Upon completion of successful testing, dock and sea trials, the contractor shall provide all line handlers, tugs and pilots to redeliver the ship to the government at a transfer point in the navigable channel in the vicinity of the contractor’s facility, as agreed upon by the OMT REP and the contractor.

At the time of redelivery, the contractor shall ensure that the ship is ready for service in accordance with this work package. The ship shall be thoroughly cleaned, with all parts of the ship free of dirt, debris, and garbage.

NOTE:

THE ABOVE REFLECTS QUESTIONS RECEIVED SINCE 30 OCTOBER 2025.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE CANNOT BE IN INDIA.

ALL PROPOSALS MUST BE ELECTRONICALLY SENT TO

MICHELLE.A.KOUIS.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL DO NOT MAIL HARD COPIES.