Statement of Work (SOW) 45622 Tank Cleaning.doc

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STATEMENT OF WORK

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

45622 Diesel Fuel Tank, Clean and Instpect <Contracting Officer enter final date solicitation is released>

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Background

During a routine haul out for hull inspection and painting a pinhole through the hull was discovered on the STBD side between frames 9 and 10, a few inches outboard of the fuel tank. A patch will be removed with a new patch installed to repair the pinhole. As the hole is near the fuel tank, the tank has been drained and will need to be cleaned in order to safely conduct the necessary repairs.

1.2 Scope

Intent. This work item describes the requirements for the Contractor to clean and inspect the vessel diesel fuel tank.

1.3 OBJECTIVE

The fuel tank needs to be cleaned to provide a safe work environment for hot work required to repair a pinhole in the hull of the 45622. Once the tank is cleaned the hotwork will be able to be safely conducted and the asset can be returned to FMC.

1.4 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1.4.1 Compliance Documents

The following documents provide specifications, standards, or guidelines that must be complied with in order to meet the requirements of this contract:

COAST GUARD DRAWINGS

Coast Guard Drawing 45 RB-M 110-002, Rev -, Hull Structure Module A

Coast Guard Drawing 45 RB-M 261-002, Rev -, Fuel Supply System

Coast Guard Drawing 45 RB-M 261-101, Rev -, Fuel Fill and Vent Arrangement

COAST GUARD PUBLICATIONS

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

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 6310 (SFLC Std Spec 6310), 2022, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures

1.4.2 Reference Documents

The following documents may be helpful to the Contractor in performing the work described in this document:

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

2.1 TASK ONE. Remove contents of fuel tank

The Contractor must remove tank contents.«DISPAMTFUEL» Document a complete chain of custody record of the removed tank contents from the vessel to the point of destination or delivery. Submit document to the COR upon completion of work.

2.1.1 The Contractor must furnish and install all protective measures in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.3.3 (Vessel component, space, and equipment protection).

2.1.2 Interferences. The Contractor must handle all interferences in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.3.5 (Interferences). Know interferences include but are not limited to the following:

· Fuel

· Piping

· Tank access cover

2.1.3 The Contractor must remove tank contents.«DISPAMTFUEL» Document a complete chain of custody record of the removed tank contents from the vessel to the point of destination or delivery. Submit document to the COR upon completion of work.

2.1.4 Dispose of removed fluids in accordance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations (see 4.2 (Tank content restoration)).

2.1.5 Stow all fluids in suitable stowage facility, immediately after removal, and re-stow all tank contents, upon completion of work. Contractor must ensure fuel quality is maintained throughout all stages of the process.

2.1.6 Plug Log. The Contractor must keep a written record of all plugs put in any tank’s vents. A separate list must be kept for each tank being entered.

2.1.7 Ensure that all plugs are removed from each tank upon completion of work in the tank.

2.1.8 The plug log must be available to the Coast Guard inspector when the inspector is performing his close-out inspection on each tank.

2.2 TASK TWO. Clean fuel tank

In accordance with Coast Guard Drawings 45 RB-M 110-002, 45 RB-M 261-002, 45 RB-M 261-101 and SFLC Std Spec 0000, the Contractor must remove tank cover(s) and clean tank interior surfaces free of all foreign materials, such as sediment or sludge, taking care not to damage the coating system (if applicable). Remove cleaning media and residues continuously during the washing process. Remove any residual wash media; and wipe up residual moisture with clean lint-free cloths.

2.3 TASK THREE. Inspect cleanliness of tank

The Contractor must visually inspect all tank interior surfaces, including, but not limited to bulkheads, floor and overhead plating, structural members, manhole cover surfaces, fasteners and gasket seating surfaces

2.3.1 Inspect flange gaskets (FLOCS, 2 Supply and 2 Return)

2.3.2 Inspect tank structural condition

2.3.3 Inspect inaccessible areas

2.3.4 Inspect condition of tank coating if applicable

2.3.5 Inspect tank level indicator (TLI) and/or float switch condition, as applicable

2.3.6 Inspect sounding/vent tube and striker plate condition

2.3.7 Inspect suction and discharge piping condition

2.3.8 Inspect fastener material and condition

2.4 TASK FOUR. Reporting

The Contractor must submit the “Tank and Void Inspection Form” via CFR. Electronic PDF version of this form will be furnished by the COR upon request.

2.5 TASK FIVE. Tank closing

The Contractor must ensure that the tank remain open for approximately 24 hours after completion of all authorized repair and preservation procedures. Notify the COR at least 24 hours prior to closing the tank. After satisfactory inspection by the Coast Guard Inspector and completion of all authorized repairs, close tank manhole cover(s), with new gasket from Government Furnished Property Table listed above.

2.6 TASK SIX. Touch-up preservation

The Contractor must prepare and coat all new and disturbed exterior and interior surfaces, as applicable, to match existing adjacent surfaces in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 6310, paragraph 3.1.13 (Touch-ups and minor coating repairs.)

2.7 TASK SEVEN. Operational test, post repairs

After completion of work, the Contractor must thoroughly test, in the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector and demonstrate all items or shipboard devices and the TLI that have been disturbed, used, repaired, altered, or installed to be in satisfactory operating condition. Submit a CFR.

3.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

3.1 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform all requirements specified in this SOW.

3.2 CONTINUITY OF SUPPORT

The Contractor shall ensure that the contractually required level of support for this requirement is maintained at all times. The Contractor shall ensure that all contract support personnel are present for all hours of the workday. If for any reason the Contractor staffing levels are not maintained due to vacation, leave, appointments, etc., and replacement personnel will not be provided, the Contractor shall provide e-mail notification to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to employee absence. Otherwise, the Contractor shall provide a fully qualified replacement.

3.5 EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION

3.5.1 Contractor employees visiting Government facilities shall wear an identification badge that, at a minimum, displays the Contractor name, the employee’s photo, name, clearance-level and badge expiration date. Visiting Contractor employees shall comply with all Government escort rules and requirements. All Contractor employees shall identify themselves as Contractors when their status is not readily apparent and display all identification and visitor badges in plain view above the waist at all times.

3.5.2 Contractor employees working on-site at Government facilities shall wear a Government issued identification badge. All Contractor employees shall identify themselves as Contractors when their status is not readily apparent (in meetings, when answering Government telephones, in e-mail messages, etc.) and display the Government issued badge in plain view above the waist at all times.

3.6 EMPLOYEE CONDUCT

Contractor’s employees shall comply with all applicable Government regulations, policies and procedures (e.g., fire, safety, sanitation, environmental protection, security, “off limits” areas, wearing of parts of DHS uniforms, and possession of weapons) when visiting or working at Government facilities. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor employees present a professional appearance at all times and that their conduct shall not reflect discredit on the United States or the Department of Homeland Security. The Project Manager shall ensure Contractor employees understand and abide by Department of Homeland Security established rules, regulations and policies concerning safety and security.

3.7 REMOVING EMPLOYEES FOR MISCONDUCT OR SECURITY REASONS

The Government may, at its sole discretion (via the Contracting Officer*), direct the Contractor to remove any Contractor employee from DHS facilities for misconduct or security reasons. Removal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility to continue providing the services required under the contract. The Contracting Officer will provide the Contractor with a written explanation to support any request to remove an employee.

4.0 OTHER APPLICABLE CONDITIONS

4.2 Period of Performance

The period of performance for this contract shall not exceed 22JAN2024

4.3 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The primary place of performance will be Coast Guard Station Sandy Hook, 20 Crispin Rd, Highlands, NJ 07732.

4.4 HOURS OF OPERATION

Contractor employees shall generally perform all work between the hours of 0800 and 1600 EST, Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays). However, there may be occasions when Contractor employees shall be required to work other than normal business hours, including weekends and holidays, to fulfill requirements under this SOW.

4.5 Travel

Contractor travel shall be required to support this requirement. All travel required by the Government outside the local commuting area(s) will be reimbursed to the Contractor in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining COR approval (electronic mail is acceptable) for all reimbursable travel in advance of each travel event.

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