Revised SOW - CGC WILLOW Towing Services.doc

Towing Services CGC Willow Charleston, SC to Curtis Bay, MD

1. SCOPE

1.1 Intent/Background. This work item describes the requirements for the Contractor to provide towing vessel services for CGC WILLOW while they transit to and from the locations in table 1. CGC WILLOW is currently has a known controllable pitch propeller leak internal to the cutter, and when operating under their own propulsion. They currently need a tug to tow them to Coast Guard Yard, in Curtis Bay, MD, for repair. Services required include towing CGC WILLOW. Prior to arrival at Coast Guard Yard, a harbor pilot will embark the cutter and utilize their own tugs for docking at the shipyard. CGC WILLOW is a 225’ single-shaft cutter with a displacement of approximately 2000 LT.

Table 1 - Transit Locations

Curtis Bay, MD

USA/ 700NM

1.2 Government-furnished property.

None.

2. REFERENCES

Coast Guard Drawings

None

Coast Guard Publications

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), 2022, General Requirements

Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST) M16672.2D, Mar 1999, Navigation Rules, International-Inland

Other References

None

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 General. The Contractor must provide the necessary towing equipment and rigging, install towing fittings on the vessel, prepare the vessel for the tow, provide a towing vessel, qualified pilot, riding crew and assist tugs, and as required accomplish tow of vessel from the point of departure to the point of arrival designated in paragraph 1.1 (Intent). Towing operations must be conducted in accordance with COMDTINST M16672.2D and all federal, State, and local regulations. The Contractor must not use shipboard winches or any other deck machinery to control or winch the vessel for towing operations but may use appropriate attachment points on the vessel to secure and control the vessel during towing operations.

3.1.1 CIR.

None.

3.1.2 Tech Rep.

Not applicable.

3.1.3 Protective measures. The Contractor must furnish and install all protective measures in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000.

3.1.4 Interferences. The Contractor must handle all interferences in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000.

3.2 Pre-towing conference. Prior to conducting towing operations, the Contractor must convene a Pre-towing Conference a minimum of 24 hours prior to the scheduled tow date. The Contractor must notify the cutter and COR of the time and location of the intended conference a minimum of two business days in advance of the departure. The Contractor must have all towing equipment and rigging, including the tow vessel, available to allow the cutter or CG representative to work out any questions or plans for towing capabilities and strategy. Discuss all towing plan details to the satisfaction of the CG representative and the cutter command.

NOTE

Pre-towing Conference is not required to convene at the point of departure.

3.3 Towing plan. The Contractor must submit a written towing plan and emergency procedure for the cutter and COR for review and approval a minimum of 36 hours prior to the scheduled Towing evolution. This plan must include two methods of tow connection: (a) Main Tow Connection and (b) Emergency Tow Connection, both of which must include all details such as connection points, and size of lines. The towing plan must also include but is not limited to the following:

· A statement of operating procedure and safety requirements.

· Emergency breakaway procedures and understanding of ships

· Communication plan.

· Any special precautions or actions required because of characteristics or conditions of vessel.

· Description of all stations to be manned and functions to be performed.

3.4 Sailing plan. The Contractor must contact the cutter prior to departure to discuss the planned transit route and speed in the event that the tow is broken and the contractor becomes an escort for any portion of the transit.

3.5 Towing requirements.

3.5.1 Daylight towing. Upon COR approval of the Towing Plan, the Contractor must ensure the tow tug arrives and departs the point of departure during daylight hours.

NOTE

While the vessel is required to leave the point of departure during daylight hours, towing operations may continue through the night provided operations are conducted in accordance with COMDTINST M16672.2D and all Federal, State, and local regulations.

3.5.2 Watch. The Contractor must provide continuous watch on tow connections, when in operation, and apply grease to applicable chocks on their vessel.

3.5.3 Weather. The Contractor must coordinate with CGC WILLOW frequently prior to, and during the transit, to identify any hazardous weather conditions that need to be avoided. The Contractor must obtain a weather report 24 hours before departure for a period of at least 48 hours after departure over the intended route. Submit CFR. Wind speeds must not exceed 25 knots for the entire duration of towing operations. The maximum speed of the CGC WILLOW must not exceed six knots at any time during transit. Additionally, under emergency conditions where it is best to break tow CGC Willow can transit under their own power for some durations while being escorted. Emergency break away procedures shall be discussed with the cutter during the tow conference.

3.5.4 Signaling. The Contractor must use light and sound signals in accordance with COMDTINST M16672.2D.

3.5.5 Personnel onboard vessel. CGC WILLOW will be fully manned during the transit and is capable to assist with rigging tow lines and other equipment, as needed. The Contractor must have direct contact via radio with CGC Willow, and with Contractor personnel if embarked, and must provide direction as required.

NOTE 1: PLANNED DEPARTURE DATE WILL BE THE 14th of FEBRUARY AS A PRIMARY DATE IF CTR IS INTERESTED IN THE WORK BUT UNABLE TO MEET PRIMARY DATE PLEASE CONTACT PERSONELL BELOW TO DISCUSS FURTHER.

NOTE 2: THE CONTRACT MAY BE SUBCONTRACTED TO A QUALIFIED TOW CAPTAIN AND COMPANY AND PAY WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE PRIMARY CONTRACTOR AND THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY AND ENSURE FAIR WAGE FOR THE TOW SERVICE. IF THIS IS THE ROUTE THE CONTRACTOR IS TAKING IT SHOULD BE NOTED IN THE SUBMISSION OF THEIR BID Points of Contact:

CWO Archibald Newland Engineer Officer

USCGC WILLOW (WLB 202)

1050 Register St.

North Charleston, SC 29405

Work – 843-529-0158

Email: Archibald.Newland@uscg.mil LCDR Rober M Tolliver Commanding Officer

USCGC WILLOW (WLB 202)

1050 Register St

North Charleston, SC. 29405

Work- 202-372-1506

Email: Robert.M.Tolliver2@uscg.mil

Product Line Support:

LTJG Christopher Lansing

443-764-4921

Christopher.G.Lansing@uscg.mil