Statement of Work.pdf

Statement of Work

Haul out, abrasive blasting, and bottom painting

R/V Chesapeake - R5502, Revision June 10, 2022

A. Background

The vessel is a previous US Coast Guard (USCG) Aid to Navigation Boat (ATON) that was built in 1977. The entire hull was last blasted to bare metal to remove accumulated paint and repainted in 2013. Since this time, the vessel has received annual hull maintenance including pressure washing to remove peeling paint, touch up as needed, and a coat of anti-fouling bottom paint. As nearly 10 years of paint has accumulated, it is necessary to start fresh with a clean hull to maintain vessel speed, effectiveness and reduce drag.

B. Purpose

The NOAA Cooperative Oxford Laboratory (COL) in Oxford Maryland operates a 55-foot research vessel R/V Chesapeake. This is a 33-ton vessel with a 17-foot beam. The COL requires services to haul, block, abrasive blast hull from above boot stripe to keel to remove paint to bare metal, and repaint. All work shall be performed at the Contractor’s facility which shall be within 60 miles or less from Oxford, Maryland. Work shall be completed no later than November 1, 2022.

For further information, contact the Vessel Operations Coordinator (VOC) and government point of contact, Jay Lewis (see contact information provided below).

C. Scope

The Contractor shall haul the vessel and secure on site for proposed work. Existing paint shall be removed by abrasive blasting and sanding to expose bare aluminum per industry standards. The contractor shall use appropriate blast media for aluminum hulls and furnish and apply the specific paints, both outlined in Section E (b) Technical requirements to maintain compatibility. Five coats of paint shall be applied including: 1 barrier coat, 2 primer coats, and 2 coats of anti-fouling paint.

Work shall be completed observing OSHA, ABYC, and other applicable requirements of the

NOAA Small Boat Program. Parts and materials replaced must meet commercial and/or military spec. and shall meet or exceed Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards; recreational grade is not acceptable.

Contractor shall verify part numbers and assure they are appropriate for marine application onboard this vessel. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, services, and associated materials/parts to complete identified tasks on time. A Contractor’s Log is to be kept identifying any vessel deficiencies noted or additional work recommended by the Contractor for future maintenance periods. Work must be completed by certified and/or otherwise highly trained professionals in conformance with applicable federal, state, and local codes and standards and the Department of Commerce/NOAA Environmental Sustainability Program (see section below).

No task changes or substitutions are allowed without prior written approval of Contracting Officer.

Payment shall not be authorized until project is complete and final acceptance has been performed by the vessel captain or their designee.

D. Applicable Documents

All work shall be in compliance with the following marine standards:

1. American Bureau of Shipping "Rules for Building and Classing aluminum Vessels under 90 Meters (295 feet) in Length 2006"

2. Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)

3. NACE International Standard NO. 2

4. IAW ABS Guide for Shipbuilding and Repair Quality Standard for Hull Structures During

Construction (March 2007)

5. American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Standards

6. Title 46 CFR: Subchapter T: Small Passenger Vessels (Under 100 Gross Tons)

7. NOAA Small Boat Program Requirements (LINK to Manual)

E. Requirements

(a) Quote Requirements

1. Contractor must provide an itemized quote for the job tasks requested in section E (b), (Technical Requirements), below. Quote shall identify a paragraph number with the associated cost.

2. Offeror’s quote shall include:

• Cost of labor, services, and materials to successfully perform all requirements in this statement of work

• Include available start date for work and estimated lead time to complete all tasks

(b) Technical Requirements

The Contactor Shall: provide high quality workmanship and all materials must meet commercial

OEM or better standards. Materials shall meet military spec. standards where possible.

Recreational grade materials and workmanship are not acceptable. The Contractor Shall:

1. Haul and secure vessel

2. Prior to starting work, surfaces not being blasted are to be covered or otherwise protected against damage or contamination by blasting. Protective coverings are to remain in place during the entire contract period. The Contractor shall plug, wrap, blanket, cover, or mask all openings to prevent entry of blasting contaminates into the vessel or vessel components.

Cleaning of any contaminated areas will be performed by the vendor immediately after blasting and prior to paint application

3. Any damage or contamination resulting from failure to provide adequate protection to the vessel shall be repaired and cleaned to re-establish the condition which existed at the start of the work at the expense of the Contractor

4. Prior to blasting to bare metal, the contractor shall take measurements, pictures, or other reference information to ensure flat black boot stripe and red antifouling paint at water line to be accurately restored when repainting.

5. Remove paint to bare metal on bottom of hull from just above the boot stripe to the keel via abrasive blasting and sanding per paint manufacturer’s recommendations and industry standards

6. Blasting must comply with the Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) and NACE

International Standard NO. 2 for a near white metal blast.

7. Acceptable blast media for use on aluminum vessels.

▪ Green Diamond GDM28 (Nickle Slag): Will produce a blast profile of 2.0 – 3.0mils

▪ Garnet: 80 GRIT ONLY: Will produce a blast profile of 1.5 – 2.5mils

▪ Crushed Glass: 470 GRIT ONLY: Will produce a blast profile of 1.5 – 2.5mils

8. Remove residual dust and other particulates from abrasive blasting immediately prior to painting

9. Contractor shall work with David Norwicz, Sherwin Williams Marine Coatings

Representative, to verify and assure coatings are properly applied within manufacturer’s application requirements, specifications provided by Paint Manufacturer’s Representative

(including application thickness and drying times), and marine best practices procedures at the boat yard. Cell: (443) 350-1707, email: David.G.Norwicz@Sherwin.com

10. Apply all coatings at a rate specified and confirmed by the Sherwin Williams paint rep https://www.omao.noaa.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2018%200430%20SBS%26PM%204.1.pdf mailto:David.G.Norwicz@Sherwin.com

11. Abrasive blasted metal is to be coated with one application of: Sherwin Williams yellow

Seaguard Multi-Purpose Epoxy Primer (Part A: N12Y200; Part B: N12V200) over properly prepared bare metal at a rate of 5-7 wet mils (3-4 dry film mils)

12. Apply 2 primer coats of: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 5000 HS. The first coat should be Gray

Part A, N11A00350 & Part B N11V00350 Gray followed by a second coat of white. Apply coating at an application rate of 7-10 wet mils (5-7 dry mils) per coat

13. Apply 2 coats of flat black Sherwin Williams Copper-Free Antifouling, Sea Voyage Black, N51B301, to restore boot stripe. Apply at rate of 5-9 wet mils (3-6 dry mils) per coat with appropriate drying time between coats

14. Apply 2 coats of: Sherwin Williams Copper-Free Antifouling, Sea Voyage Red, N51R301, at an application rate of 5-9 wet mils (3-6 dry mils) per coat with appropriate drying time between coats

15. Paint shall be applied only when the following conditions exist and can be maintained until the paint has cured:

a. Apply only to dry and well-prepared surfaces

b. The air temperature and surface temperature must both be a minimum of 50 degrees

Fahrenheit at all times unless otherwise specified.

c. Painting is permitted only when the humidity is less than 95 percent.

d. Contractor shall provide an enclosed heated area to conduct all work under this contract if temperatures are outside the specified limits. The vessel must remain in enclosed the conditioned area until the paint has fully cured and inspections are completed

16. Clean work area to remove hazardous and non-hazardous materials, contaminates, trash, and other debris upon completion of each segment of the project before moving to next segment. Maintain a tidy and safe job site

F. Deliverables

The contractor shall provide:

All necessary personnel, equipment, and materials to perform work within the tasks described above to meet all requirements in accordance with this statement of work. Timeliness in completing tasks, meeting the delivery date, cost, product quality and workmanship, and returning the vessel to service at the earliest date possible are high priorities to the Government.

Contractor shall provide available start and completion dates in their quote. Contractor shall be liable for the repair of any damages caused by their company or representatives in completing this contract. Work must be completed observing all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

G. Security

On May 11, 2006, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued policies and procedures for hosting foreign nationals (non-US citizens) as visitors or guests. Prior authorization must be obtained for all foreign nationals as defined in NAO 207-12, from the

Department of Commerce Servicing Security Office. Sending a foreign national technician or assistant to perform work on the vessel without adequate pre-notification and obtaining appropriate clearance will result in workers being turned away without obligation for any compensation to the vendor for services rendered and will be grounds for service termination.

Work areas will be unlocked or otherwise made available by the vessel captain upon request.

Contractor work hours must be agreed upon by the VOC and vessel captain since the vessel captain is responsible for opening the vessel to contractors and locking and securing the vessel at the end of each workday when in homeport.

H. Place of Performance – This project shall be performed at the facility of the successful offeror which shall be within 60 miles or less from Oxford, Maryland. The vessel shall be transported by water to the Contractor’s location within 60 miles of Oxford, Maryland.

I. Period of Performance. The Contractor shall complete all work in accordance with this statement of work no later than November 1, 2022.

Scheduling of this work must accommodate vessel underway time for research projects and reserve dates. Therefore, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Government Point of Contact

Vessel Operations Coordinator or the Vessel Captain to schedule the work upon receipt of contract award.

J. Special Considerations

As an environmental organization, NOAA has developed an Environmental Sustainability

Program to guide day-to-day work practices and planning for staff, volunteers, visitors, and contractors/vendors. Work must be accomplished in such a way as to minimize the potential of environmental impact by operating in an environmentally responsible manner and to the extent possible through the use of environmentally friendly procedures, services, materials, and products.

K. Government Points of Contact:

NOAA, National Ocean Service, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science

Cooperative Oxford Laboratory

904 South Morris Street

Oxford, Maryland 21654-9724

Jay Lewis, Vessel Operations Coordinator (VOC) and Government Point of Contact

Office Phone: (443) 258-6076

Cell: (410)-829-0940 FAX: (410) 226-5925, or E-mail: Jay.Lewis@noaa.gov

Gary Culver, Captain, Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources, Technical Point of Contact

Cell Phone: (443) 786-2222, FAX: (410) 226-5925, or E-mail: Gary.Culver@maryland.gov mailto:Gary.Culver@maryland.gov