HENRY BLAKE Amendment No-04_Questions.pdf

USCGC HENRY BLAKE DS RFQ NO: 70Z085-20-Q-P4580000

AMENDMENT NO. 04

The purpose of this Amendment No. 4 is as follows:

A) To address final RFQ clarification questions 28, 44, and 46 as follows:

28) Berth

Q: Please clarify/specify the berth within Everett Naval Shipyard that the USCGC Henry Blake will be moored at during the period of performance; will the dockside repairs be performed at the vessel’s normal berth within Naval Station Everett? Or will the USCGC Henry Blake be moved into an area of Naval Station Everett with higher security access restrictions?

A: HENRY BLAKE will be moored at Berth A-3 on the Alfa Pier. There is a gate to get onto the pier that is manned by Navy personnel.

44) Location of Performance and Logistics Questions

Q:

Where will the vessel be tied up at the Everett Naval Station for repairs?

A: HENRY BLAKE will be moored at Berth A-3 on the Alfa Pier.

Will the KTR have to go through a second checkpoint within the facility to gain access to the vessel?

A: There is a gate to get onto the pier that is manned by Navy personnel.

What power will be available for the KTR to use during the vessels availability? What is the connection type?

A: Viking plugs connections available maximum 400amps at 480 volts per plug. Two

Appeleton connections on the mound 400 AMPS max. KTR will need to provide all connections to the mounds. Base NAVFAC will not provide, but will assist in hooking up power.

Will compressed air be available for the KTR to use during the vessels availability? What is the connection type?

A: Chicago Fitting. KTR to providing fitting. Availability of air will be determined by NAVFAC based on other ships in maintenance and IMF needs.

How many parking spots will be available for the KTR onsite and how far away from the vessel will they be?

A: KTR will have to work with Base Security to obtain Wharf parking. Parking on the Alfa pier is limited to Government vehicles.

Will smart phones be allowed on the vessel?

A: Yes, smart phones are allowed on the vessel.

USCGC HENRY BLAKE DS RFQ NO: 70Z085-20-Q-P4580000

Will pictures be allowed to be taken on the vessel?

A: No

How big of a lay down area can the KTR expect to have for office space, materials, storage, breakroom etc.?

A: Laydown area will minimally be from bow to stern of HENRY BLAKE unless a larger area is needed. KTR will provide a laydown plan to Waterfront Supervisor and walk pier prior to setup.

Is there a potable water source that will be available for KTR’s use? What is the connection type?

A: Yes, 2-1/2” camlock fitting.

Are there restroom and washroom facilities available for KTR’s use or do we need to provide these for our employees?

A: There is one restroom facility on the South Wharf located at the end of the Alfa Pier.

Typically (& suggested), portable facilities next to ship are provided by KTR for ease of access.

Are there food options available to KTR’s employees onsite?

A: The Base does have a couple food trucks that come and there is a Subway in the

Commons (gym building). COVID-19 restrictions may limit or eliminate these food options.

Are there trash, recycle, and compost receptacles available onsite for KTR’s use or do we need to set up our own service?

A: KTR must provide. KTR would need to work with Base to determine what outside receptacles they would need to provide.

Are there man-lifts, scissor lifts, mobile crane, and forklifts available onsite for KTR’s use, if so what are the costs to use them? Or do we need to supply our own? If we supply our own, are there any requirements for the equipment, or requirements for the operators?

A: NAVFAC has crane services only for general cargo and ship’s use. Strongly recommend

KTR get a separate contract for equipment services for daily use. Alfa Pier is good for all equipment mentioned in the question.

Is their onsite storage available for KTR’s use?

A: No onsite storage is provided by NSE.

Are there onsite offices and breakroom space available for KTR’s use?

A: KTR would need to coordinate with Base IMF to see if any office spaces are available.

USCGC HENRY BLAKE DS RFQ NO: 70Z085-20-Q-P4580000

Will the CG/Navy boom the vessel or does the KTR need to do this?

A: HENRY BLAKE will be boomed 360 degrees for the duration of the availability provided by

NSE.

46) Place of Performance

Q: Specific to the place of performance, can you please elaborate on what shore power amenities would be available for Contractor use, if any?

Specifically:

• Voltage

• Amperage

• Receptacle/plug type

A: Viking plugs connections available maximum 400amps at 480 volts per plug. Two Appeleton connections on the mound 400 AMPS max. KTR will need to provide all connections to the mounds. Base NAVFAC will not provide, but will assist in hooking up power.

*** THE SOLICITATION CLOSING DATE HAS NOT CHANGED DUE TO THIS AMENDMENT.

RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 15MAY20 @ 01:00 PM PACIFIC TIME.