RFQ_N6449820Q5002_Amendment_0005.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is as follow s:

1) Answ er vendor questions.

2) Attach a picture of the stack to this solicitation, entitled “Reverb Stack Paint Peel and Infrared."

3) Update Section C - Statement of Work (SOW), Section 2.0 - Applicable Documents and Section 3.0 - Requirements, Paragraph 3.1 and 3.2, to allow for alternative methods instead of ultrasound thickness tests.

4) The solicitation is hereby extended until EOB 26 November 2019.

5) All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

For additional information, see Pages 2 - 9, Summary of Changes.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 9

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 19-Nov-2019

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 N6449820Q5002

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

16-Oct-2019

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

19-Nov-2019

CODE

NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER PHILA

CODE 0223, SEAN MCCOLGAN

SEAN.M.MCCOLGAN@NAVY.MIL

5001 SOUTH BROAD STREET, BUILDING 4

PHILADELPHIA PA 19112

N64498 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

N6449820Q5002

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 22-Nov-2019 05:00 PM to 26-Nov-2019 05:00 PM.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been added by full text:

VENDOR QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Amendment 0001 Q&A:

Question 1: Would we be permitted to perform our inspection by alternate means and methods that are in accordance with standard procedures of our industry?

Answer 1: Yes, the contractor shall traverse the full height of the stack using any acceptable OSHA compliant method, in accordance with revised Section 3.0 of the SOW.

Amendment 0002 Q&A Question 2: Is it allowable to test the refractory soundness with a smit testing hammer or with a regular hammer with light tapping?

Answer 2: No, as per the SOW, Section 3.0, only ultrasonic testing is allowable due to the presence of a ceramic blanket that lines the inside of the stack.

Question 3: Does this chimney have a concrete liner with Asbestos, which would be non-friable?

Answer 3: No, there is no asbestos in the stack.

Question 4: Are the use of wooden ladders acceptable at your facility?

Answer 4: As per SOW, Section 3.0, wooden ladders are acceptable given that the contractor has their own safety inspection program for their ladders.

Question 5: Where is the access/egress for the inner liner?

Answer 5: Access to the inside of the stack is limited to entry from the top and/or through the 18”x24” hatch at the base of the stack.

Amendment 0003 Q&A Question 6: Is there any data from prior inspections that can be shared?

Answer 6: No.

Question 7: Are there any known problem areas on the stack?

Answer 7: Yes, where the paint is peeling. Please see attachment entitled “Reverb Stack Paint Peel and Infrared.”

Question 8: The prints are not clear as to the stack construction.

a) Is there any lining other than the 2” refractory blanket including brick and/or insulating board? Looking at cross section, the outside diameter is shown as 7’ and the inside diameter is shown as 6’. Total stack thickness = 6”.

b) Can you provide the list of materials and dimensions for each material across the cross section? For example, Stack shell = 3/4”; air gap 3.145”; insulating blanket 2”; stainless steel liner 0.105”

Answer 8: Unknown.

Question 9: Drawing 6003-2 shows an elbow extending into the stack approximately 21 ½’ above the bottom of the stack. It looks like this elbow would block all interior access to the bottom of the stack. Please confirm.

Answer 9: The elbow does not extend through the stack, and does not block interior access to the bottom of the stack.

Question 10: A typical procedure used to ultrasonically measure shell thickness is to grind off the paint in the test location, apply gel, ultrasonically measure the thickness. Is this process acceptable? Do the thickness test locations need to be re-painted? If yes, can you specify paint type and color?

Answer 10: Yes, this process is acceptable, and the thickness test locations would need to be re-painted with any high temp paint in similar gray color.

Question 11: Does the stack paint contain lead.

Answer 11: No.

Question 12: Ultrasonically measuring the thickness of the refractory blanket is not technically possible. Will you entertain other bid ideas to measure the thickness and/or provide confirmation the stack system is stable?

Answer 12: Ultrasonic testing of ceramic is possible. Yes, please specify your intended method to measure the thickness in your quote submission.

Question 13: Are there permits required to perform this work? Please specify.

Answer 13: Yes, a Confined Space Permit.

Question 14: Can a truck crane (footprint = 45’ x 20’) be set-up in the roadway adjacent to the stack? If not, can you provide a sketch of where the crane can be placed?

Answer 14: Yes.

Question 15: Will the foundry parts near the base of the stack be moved prior to the inspection?

Answer 15: Yes.

Question 16: With the number of questions to be addressed can the solicitation response date be extended by a week?

Answer 16: Yes, the solicitation is hereby extended until EOB 26 November 2019.

The following have been modified:

STATEMENT OF WORK

Statement of Work (SOW) for Reverb Stack Inspection at The Naval Foundry and Propeller Center

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.0.1 The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is a Department of Defense entity responsible for research and development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support organization for the Navy’s ships, submarines, military watercraft and unmanned vehicles. This requirement is for Naval Foundry and Propeller Center (NFPC) who is responsible for the design, manufacture, and repair propellers for the US Navy.

1.0.2 This contract is for non-personal services. It does not create employment rights with the U.S. Government whether actual, inherent, or implied.

1.0.3 Government / Contractor Relationship

(a) The services to be delivered under this contract are non-personal services and the parties recognize and agree that no employer-employee relationship exists or will exist under the contract between the Government and the Contractor's personnel. Therefore, it is in the best interest of the Government to provide both parties a full understanding of their respective obligations.

(b) The Contractor employees shall identify themselves as Contractor personnel by introducing themselves or being introduced as Contractor personnel and displaying distinguishable badges or other visible identification for meetings with Government personnel. In addition, Contractor personnel shall appropriately identify themselves as Contractor employees in telephone conversations and in formal and informal written correspondence

(c) Contractor personnel under this contract shall not engage in any of the inherently Governmental functions listed at FAR Subpart 7.5 or DFARS Subpart 207.5.

(d) Employee Relationship:

1) The services to be performed under this contract do not require the Contractor or its personnel to exercise personal judgment and discretion on behalf of the Government. Rather the Contractor's personnel will act and exercise personal judgment and discretion on behalf of the Contractor.

2) Rules, regulations, directives, and requirements that are issued by the U. S. Navy and NSWCPD under its responsibility for good order, administration, and security are applicable to all personnel who enter a Government installation or who travel on Government transportation. This is not to be construed or interpreted to establish any degree of Government control that is inconsistent with a non-personal services contract.

(e) Inapplicability of Employee Benefits: This contract does not create an employer-employee relationship.

Accordingly, entitlements and benefits applicable to such relationships do not apply.

(f) Notice. It is the Contractor's, as well as the Government's, responsibility to monitor contract activities and notify the Contracting Officer if the Contractor believes that the intent of this Section has been or may be violated.

1) The Contractor should notify the Contracting Officer in writing within three (3) calendar days from the date of any incident that the Contractor considers to constitute a violation of this Section. The notice should include the date, nature, and circumstances of the conduct; the name, function, and activity of each Government employee or Contractor official or employee involved or knowledgeable about such conduct; identify any documents or substance of any oral communication involved in the conduct; and the estimate in time by which the Government must respond to this notice to minimize cost, delay, or disruption of performance.

2) The Contracting Officer will, within five (5) calendar days after receipt of notice, respond to the notice in writing. In responding, the Contracting Officer will either:

(i) Confirm the conduct is in violation and when necessary direct the mode of further performance,

(ii) Countermand any communication regarded as a violation,

(iii) Deny that the conduct constitutes a violation and when necessary direct the mode of further performance, or

(iv) In the event the notice is inadequate to make a decision, advise the Contractor what additional information is required, and establish the date by which it should be furnished by the Contractor.

1.1 BACKGROUND

NFPC uses a furnace to heat certain items and products to meet specific manufacturing and production needs. The heat dissipates through a chimneystack that is attached to the furnace. The chimneystack requires annual inspections to ensure it is working in a safe and reliable manner.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

Since NFPC does not possess the capabilities to inspect the chimneystack, NFPC requires a qualified contractor to perform the inspection. Please see section 3.0 for more details on the requirement.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

(a) OSHA 1926.1431 – Hoisting Personnel. The requirements can be found at the below link:

https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.1431

(b) SECNAV 5512/1 (APR 2014) - DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY LOCAL POPULATION ID

CARD/BASE ACCESS PASS REGISTRATION

(c) Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) drawings entitled “Reverb Stack Inspection Drawings”

(d) Paint peeling and infrared pictures entitled “Reverb Stack Paint Peel and Infrared”

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1. The contractor shall take ultrasonic thickness tests on the exterior of the chimney. The contractor shall traverse the full height of the stack using any acceptable OSHA compliant method. Acceptable methods include, but are not limited to, a crane equipped with a man basket or full-height internal ladders and scaffolding. The contractor shall take ultrasonic thickness tests at least at every 10 foot vertical interval. The chimney stack is 115 feet in height and the inner diameter is 6 feet. The contractor shall pay special attention to any heat affected and or defective area along the chimneystack. The purpose of the ultrasonic thickness test is to determine the current outer shell thickness.

Alternative methods to determine the thickness may be acceptable as long as they don’t undermine the integrity of the existing insulation.

3.2. Following the external inspection, the contractor shall take ultrasonic thickness tests on the interior of the chimney stack using any acceptable OSHA compliant method. The contractor shall have the necessary confined space permits. The contractor shall take ultrasonic thickness tests at least at every 10 foot vertical interval. The contractor shall pay special attention to any heat affected and or defective area along the chimneystack. The inspector shall be equipped with a four (4) gas monitor and maintain constant radio contact with a colleague or foreman outside of the chimneystack. The purpose of the ultrasonic thickness test is to assess the current state of the insulation. Alternative methods to assess the current state of the insulation may be acceptable as long as they don’t undermine the integrity of the existing insulation.

3.3. The contractor shall perform the inspection listed in Section 3.1 and Section 3.2 at two separate and opposite locations around the circumference of the stack.

3.4. All findings shall be compared to the OEM drawings referenced in Section 2.0, Applicable Documents, to determine if any significant plate loss has occurred.

3.5. The contractor shall inspect all stack accessories and appurtenances including the wind strakes. The contractor shall visual inspect the anchor bolts. The contractor shall indicate any damage in accordance with section 3.8.

3.6. If the inspection team finds any immediate concerns during the course of the work, the contractor shall bring this to the attention of the Government prior to leaving the Government site.

3.7. After completion of section 3.1 through 3.6, any crane/equipment shall be de-mobilized and the area shall be left in an as-found condition.

3.8. All notes and measurements shall be compiled into a formal report. This report shall be sent to NFPC for further study including recommendations and budgetary price for repairs if necessary. The final report shall adhere to

CDRL A001.

4.0 DATA REQUIREMENTS

4.1. Comprehensive Inspection Report (CDRL A001)

4.1.1. The contractor shall provide a report to summarize the findings of their inspection. Contractor’s format is acceptable. The contractor shall provide the report within 30 days after completion of the inspection.

5.0 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

5.1 The contractor shall be escorted onto the site, observed while they perform the work, and escorted off the site.

5.2 Escorted visit. Escorted visits are required for any person who is not assigned to NNSY/NFPC and/or does not have a valid security clearance. Visitors will be escorted at all time by an NFPC employee and no exposure to any classified open storage areas or material. Requests for escorted access must be submitted 5 working days prior to arrival. If it is service or maintenance that needs to be done or an emergency the request needs to be submitted immediately in order to allow for ample time for proper vetting of individual/individuals requesting access.

The requesting NFPC code/shop will coordinate the visit and verify two forms of Government issued identification.

The responsible code shall provide escort during the contractor’s visit.

Acceptable documents include:

1. US Birth Certificate (original)

2. US Voters registration

3. US Passport

4. (Home Land security), Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)

5. Naturalization paperwork

6. Driver’s License

7. Social Security Card

Installation Access for Visitors/Contractors

All visitors/contractors having a valid purpose for access shall submit a completed and signed Form 5512/1 to their identified Government sponsor 14 working days prior to the date of their required visit.

The entire document shall be completed and form dated/signed by the visitor/contractor.

Visitor/Contractor shall retain a copy of the form 5512/1 to present on the first day at the installation.

Note: It is critical that start/end dates/work hours are identified, accurate, and short term visitors/contractors are not granted extended or after-hours access if not required Reporting to PNY-A for the first time

Visitor/Contractor Responsibility

Visitor shall report to the location designated by their sponsor (Security Office or other designated location, Pass and ID office) or if operating a Commercial Vehicle requiring inspection; to the Vehicle Inspection Station.

Visitor/Contractor shall present their completed and signed 5512/1.

The Sentry or Security Assistant shall verify vetting is cleared and issue the appropriate passes. If visitor/contractor has not completed the 5512/1 their access will be delayed until they correct the form.

Code 1122 will review request and when acceptable notify requesting NFPC code/shop to arrange visit.

5.3 Contractor Vehicle Parking: (OPNAV 5530.14E) All contractor commercial vehicles must be visually inspected at “S” Lot prior to entry into any NFPC buildings and are subject to random inspections anywhere on the compound.

Vehicles must clearly display an authorized company sign or logo including a company phone number. Vehicles must only be allowed in the compound for transportation of contractors' tools, parts, and materials to and from the work site with the exception of MILCON scope projects. Vehicles must be registered to the company and not to an individual. Parking of POV's is available at “S” lot, which is approximately one mile from the work site. Contractor shall ensure that their vehicles, including delivery trucks, have valid and current vehicle registration and insurance upon arrival to NFPC. Non-valid and outdated or missing vehicle registration and insurance shall result in denied facility access requiring the Contractor to reschedule delivery immediately at the contractor’s expense. Delivery drivers must present two forms of Government issued identification.

5.4 Camera cell phones are not allowed in areas where NAVSEA work is being performed.

Camera cell phones are PROHIBITED:

In the CAA (Controlled Access Area), In Restricted Areas (Open Storage Confidential Areas, Secure Rooms, Vaults, etc.) and any location (office, trailer, shop, work area, etc.) where NAVSEA business is conducted.

Cell phones with the camera features disabled are no longer considered to be “camera” cell phones, and none of the restrictions for camera cell phones apply.

- “Disabled” means physical removal/destruction of the lens (drilling out, for instance) and filling the void with a permanent epoxy.

o The “acceptance criteria” is that it must be visually obvious to untrained personnel that the camera feature has been disabled. Accordingly, claiming that the camera feature or function has been “deprogrammed”, “inactivated” (or similar) would NOT be acceptable, since this cannot be readily verified by untrained personnel. Also, the camera feature or function could be reprogrammed or re-activated after inspection.

Cell phone owners should consider locations into which they intend/desire to carry cellphones before permanently modifying them. Modifications to cell phones are solely the decision and the responsibility of the owner.

Personnel camera cell phones are permitted in Personally Owned Vehicles parked outside of the Controlled Access Area. (General parking lots across the street)

Personal camera cell phones are permitted in areas outside of the CAA and where Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) business of a sensitive nature is NOT conducted.

This means that camera cell phones are PROHIBITED in Secure Rooms (regardless of where any of these areas are located), and in any meeting, discussion or forum where NAVSEA business of a sensitive nature is carried on.

Cellphone lockers/boxes will be placed at the entrance to facilities, or as close to the entrance as possible in order to facilitate this policy.

********CAA-Controlled Access Area is anywhere within the fence line********

5.5. The contractor shall adhere to the facility/base access guidance per the following website:

https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrma/om/contractor_verification_system/faqs.html

5.6. The contractor shall ensure that only contractor employees who meet the security requirements stated below perform under this contract at the Government site (e.g. delivery drivers and passengers, etc.). The contractor shall propose and maintain a list of employees whom meet these requirements and be willing to submit this list to the Government, along with the necessary documentation to prove they meet them (e.g. the results of a contractor conducted background check, etc.), for the Government’s security vetting, to include any Government background check, and approval. Once vetted and approved, a list of approved contractor employees must be maintained for the entire period of performance of the contract (i.e. propose new employees, replace existing employees or provide updates to existing employees’ records, as necessary). A minimum of two employees, primary and backup, should be cleared by the Government to perform the necessary functions under this contract (e.g. proposed drivers of a delivery vehicle) throughout the entire period of performance of the contract. Contractors must have the ability to be granted access by ensuring current documentation is available at the submission of their proposal to allow background checks for any proposed driver and passenger under the following criteria:

Felony conviction of any type within 10 years, or felony arrest that has not been adjudicated yet (includes "deferred findings").

Misdemeanor conviction or on-base arrest within 5 years, for any of the following types of crimes (includes "deferred findings"): Crimes of violence, sexual assault, larceny, drugs, or a habitual offender.

On the Sex Offender Registry.

Is barred from any Navy installation.

If a contractor’s employee is denied entry at delivery due to inaccurate or outdated personal and/or vehicle documentation, the Government is absolved of any costs accrued as a result of the denial and the contractor is still pledged to fulfill the contract requirements. Failure to fulfill the contract requirement may result in a termination for default pursuant to FAR 49.4.

6.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

6.1 Performance will occur at the following Government site:

Naval Foundry and Propeller Center Building 20 1701 Kitty Hawk Ave Philadelphia, PA

6.1.1 The period of performance of the contract is one (1) year After Date of Contract (ADC). The contractor can only perform the work when the furnace is offline. Due to the variability of the furnace schedule, the Government shall provide the contractor with three (3) weeks notification prior to the start of the work.

6.1.2 Access to Government buildings at Naval Foundry & Propeller Center is from 0730 to 1800 Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Normal work hours are from 0730 to 1800, Monday through Friday. Contractor employees shall be under Government oversight at all times. Government oversight requires that a Government employee be present in the same building/facility whenever Contractor employee(s) are performing work under this contract. Contractor personnel are not allowed to access any Government buildings at NFPC outside the hours of 0730 to 1800 without the express approval of the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO).

6.1.3 Early Dismissal and Closure of Government Facilities

When a Government facility is closed and/or early dismissal of Federal employees is directed due to severe weather, security threat, or a facility related problem that prevents personnel from working, onsite Contractor personnel regularly assigned to work at that facility should follow the same reporting and/or departure directions given to Government personnel. The Contractor shall not direct charge to the contract for time off, but shall follow its own company policies regarding leave. Non-essential Contractor personnel, who are not required to remain at or report to the facility, shall follow their parent company policy regarding whether they should go/stay home or report to another company facility. Subsequent to an early dismissal and during periods of inclement weather, onsite Contractors should monitor radio and television announcements before departing for work to determine if the facility is closed or operating on a delayed arrival basis.

When Federal employees are excused from work due to a holiday or a special event (that is unrelated to severe weather, a security threat, or a facility related problem), on site Contractors will continue working established work hours or take leave in accordance with parent company policy. Those Contractors who take leave shall not direct charge the non-working hours to the contract. Contractors are responsible for predetermining and disclosing their charging practices for early dismissal, delayed openings, and closings in accordance with the FAR, applicable cost accounting standards, and company policy. Contractors shall follow their disclosed charging practices during the contract period of performance, and shall not follow any verbal directions to the contrary. The PCO will make the determination of cost allowability for time lost due to facility closure in accordance with FAR, applicable Cost Accounting Standards, and the Contractor's established accounting policy.

7.0 TRAVEL

Not applicable.

8.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

Not applicable.

9.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION

Not applicable.

10.0 PURCHASES

Not applicable.

11.0 COUNTERFEIT MATERIAL PREVENTION

Not applicable.

12.0 PERSONNEL

Not applicable.

13.0 NSWCPD ELECTRONIC COST REPORTING AND FINANCIAL TRACKING (ECRAFT) SYSTEM

Not applicable.

14.0 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Not applicable.

(End of Summary of Changes)