Exhibit_B_-_OCCM_Requirement_(19_Nov_2015).pdf

EXHIBIT B

On-Condition Cyclic Maintenance (OCCM) Requirements

PROGRAMMED AND UNPROGRAMMED

DRYDOCKING, CLEANING, PAINTING, REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS

TO THE US ARMY LCU 2000 VESSELS

Item Number Work Tasks

1. Towing Services

2. Arrival Tests and Inspections

3. Drydocking

4. Load Line Certificate

5. Potable Water Tanks Cleaning and Painting

6. Tiller Arms Inspection and Repairs

7. Ballast Tanks Cleaning and Painting

8. AFFF Storage Tank Cleaning, Painting and Repairs

9. Stern Tube Bearings/Strut Bearings Replacements

10. Propeller Shafts Mechanical Seals Repairs

11. Rudders Repairs

12. Sludge and Dirty Oil Tanks Cleaning and Painting

13. Engine Room Exhaust Ventilation Ducts Repairs, Cleaning and Painting

14. Rudder Posts Packing Replacement

15. Hull Zincs Replacements

16. Sea Valves, Sea Strainers and Sea Chests Repairs

17. Anchors, Chains and Chain Lockers Cleaning and Painting

18. Fuel Tanks Cleaning/Inspection

19. Tank Level Indicating System Repairs

20. Shaft Alignment and Bearings Wear Inspection

21. Steering System Repairs

22. Bow Thruster Repairs

23. Sewage Treatment System Servicing

24. Hull Cleaning and Painting (Underwater Areas and External Hull)

25. Hull Cleaning and Painting (Main Deck and Above, External Areas)

26. Watertight Doors, Hatches and Scuttles Repairs

27. Fire Suppression System Servicing

28. Compressed Air System Servicing

29. Main and Emergency Switchboard Meters Calibration

30. Davit Inspection, Repairs and Certification

31. Bow Ramp Repairs and Ramp Dog Replacements

32. Emergency Generator Compartment and Focsle's Cleaning and Painting

33. Engine Room, Tunnel, Steering Gear Room, and Bow Thruster Room Bilge Cleaning and Painting

34. Engine Room, Tunnel, Steering Gear Room, and Bow Thruster Room Bulkhead, Overhead and Machinery Surfaces Cleaning and Painting

35. Work Completion Tests and Requirements

Updated 19 Nov 2015

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36. Ultrasonic Testing

37. Welding

38. Plate Renewal and Structural Repairs

39. Ballast Tanks Zincs Renewal

40. Deckhouse Window Repairs

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41. Ballast Tanks Piping Valves Replacements

42. Stern Anchor Winch Assembly Repairs

43. Propeller Shafts Removal, Examination, Repairs and Reinstallations (Stainless Steel or Aqualoy 22 Shafts)

1. TOWING SERVICES

1.1. Towage Services: Towage services are to be performed by the contractor, the vessel will be released to contractor’s tug for receipt to contractor’s shipyard. The vessel will be picked-up and returned to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), Ft. Eustis, Virginia only during normal working hours of the activity between 0800 hours (8:00 a.m.) and 1600 hours (4:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday.

1.2. Contractor Receipt and Delivery of Vessel(s):

1.2.1.1. The contractor shall furnish the services of a suitable tug(s) which shall be capable of towing and shall tow, the vessel on such receipt and delivery trips. The contractor shall tow only one vessel per tug.

1.2.1.2. The word “tow” refers to the receipt of the vessel(s) from JBLE to the contractor's plant for the performance of the work on the vessel.

1.2.2. In case of near (below 35 degrees) or freezing weather conditions during the towing services, the contractor shall furnish a qualified mechanic to ride the tow from point of pick-up to contractor’s plant and from contractor’s plant to point of delivery upon completion of repairs. The mechanic shall keep the vessel’s main generator in operation to provide power for the heating system which is to be kept in operation.

1.3. Fitting Out of Tow: The contractor shall fit out and maintain the tow in a proper and sufficient manner in all respects, including securing the vessel's tailshaft(s), for the voyage to and from the contractor's plant, and shall hold harmless the Government and the tow from any and all loss, damage or liability arising out of, or in any way contributed to by the unseaworthiness of the tow, or by a deficiency in, or failure of its machinery or equipment and personnel on board.

1.4. Fitting Out of Tug: The contractor shall fit out and maintain the tug for this towage service in a proper and sufficient manner in all respects and shall indemnify the Government and the tow against, and hold them harmless from any and all loss, damage, or liability arising out of, or in any way contributed to by the unseaworthiness of the tug or by any deficiency in or failure of its machinery, equipment, or the personnel on board.

1.5. Riding Crews: The contractor shall furnish riding crew(s) sufficient to properly man the tow.

1.6. Equipment Furnished:

1.6.1. The contractor shall furnish and rig all towing hawsers and bridles necessary for this towage service and shall be liable with respect to any damage sustained by the tow because of defective or improper rigging.

1.6.2. The contractor shall furnish the necessary lighting and signaling equipment for the tow in accordance with (IAW) applicable navigational laws and pilot rules. The contractor may use the lighting and signaling equipment on board the towed vessel, provided that the contractor determines that it is in operational condition and meets navigational laws and pilot rules requirements.

1.7. No Salvage: In the event of the tow breaking away from the tug during the course of this towing service, the tug shall stand by and render service in saving the tow without making any claim for salvage.

1.8. Liberties: The tug, while in charge of the tow, may go to the assistance of vessels in distress for the purpose of saving life or property, call at any port for fuel, repairs, supplies or other necessities, or to land disabled seamen but time lost by the tug under such circumstances shall not entitle the contractor to claim additional compensation from the Government.

1.9. Substitution: The contractor may at any time, with the approval of the Contracting Officer, substitute a suitable tug for the tug which commences this towage service.

1.10. Nature of Contract: This item of this specification is for towage services and shall not be construed to be a charter of the tug or to be or give rise to a personal services contract.

1.11. Subcontracting:

1.11.1. The contractor may subcontract the towage services specified herein subject to the following conditions:

1.11.1.1. The subcontract shall be made with an experienced and capable tug operator.

1.11.1.2. The subcontract shall impose on the subcontractor the same obligations, responsibilities and liabilities as provided by this item of the specification.

2. ARRIVAL TESTS AND INSPECTIONS

2.1 Scope of Work: The servicing, activation and test of the vessel's machinery, systems and components is to determine if additional work or replacements are required. The contractor shall perform a successful eight hour dock trial and a successful eight hour sea trial of all the machinery, equipment and systems installed on the vessel.

2.2. The vessel shall be operated by a qualified and licensed crew furnished by the contractor. Crew shall be composed of a minimum of one captain (Master), one chief mate (First), one chief engineer, one first assistant engineer properly licensed and documented to meet US Coast Guard Standards. Provide one marine electrician, two diesel mechanics and two outside machinists and additional personnel as required for the performance of Work Completion Tests and Requirements. The crew will remain on board the vessel during the entire dock and sea trials.

2.3. The activation and dock trial shall be accomplished no later than the first two days after arrival of the vessel at the contractor's plant. The sea trial shall be accomplished no later than the first four days after arrival at the contractor’s plant.

2.4. The contractor shall furnish a licensed and qualified crew to operate the vessel and sufficient qualified personnel and materials to accomplish the activation and test as specified in this item.

2.5. Arrival test and inspection shall include an eight hour dock trial and an eight hour sea trial of all the machinery, equipment and systems installed on the vessel.

2.6. Detailed Arrival Inspection/Tests:

2.6.0 The contractor shall:

2.6.1. All machinery shall be turned by hand, serviced and lubricated IAW current lubrication orders and manufacturer's recommendations.

2.6.2. Record all machinery gauge readings, pressures, temperatures, voltages, amperes, revolutions per minute, vessel's speed, direction of travel, maneuvers, failure of machinery or systems, and any other pertinent data.

2.6.3. Data shall be recorded at 15 minute intervals.

2.6.4. Activate and operate the main engines in each direction and record all defects found.

2.6.5. Activate and operate each generator engine and record all defects found.

2.6.6. Activate and operate the bow thruster in each direction and record all defects found.

2.6.7. Inspect all drive belts and clutches. Adjust each for correct operation.

2.6.8. Inspect all machinery and hydraulic systems for oil and water leaks, abnormal temperatures and pressures during operations.

2.6.9. Inspect all components of the battery charging system. Determine condition of all instruments and controls.

2.6.10. Activate and test intercommunication systems and public address system.

2.6.11. Operate and test the air compressors, and all vessel pumps and determine condition of each.

2.6.12. Record all pressures of each pump and the air compressor. Inspect all piping systems during tests.

2.6.13. Operate all ventilation systems and inspect each system for defects.

2.6.14. Operate and test each water closet (toilet), water supply, and flushing system.

2.6.15. Operate marine sanitation device as well as all sewage system pumps and aerators.

2.6.16. Activate and test all installed galley equipment.

2.6.17. Activate each generator and operate through main switchboard to supply power for electrical systems tests.

2.6.18. Activate and test all of the vessel's electrical systems. During electrical systems tests, replace all missing or defective fuses and lighting systems lamp bulbs.

2.6.19. Operate and test the vessel's steering systems and determine operational status and report any defects.

2.6.20. Activate and test all vessel's alarm systems, controls, instruments and gauges.

2.6.21. Perform operational test of the anchor systems.

2.6.22. Perform operational test of bow ramp system.

2.6.23. Perform operational test of air conditioning systems.

2.6.24. Perform operational test of heating system elements and thermostats.

2.6.25. Test drinking water fountain/coolers.

2.6.26. Inspect chill box and freezer; adjust, maintain and record 34 degrees F - Chill Box, 0 degrees F -Freezer Box.

2.6.27. Operate and test oily/water separator system.

2.6.28. Observe and record all readings of main engines, generator engines, machinery systems and components .

2.6.29. Operate and test all pilothouse electronic systems to include but not limited to all navigation gear, radars, communications equipment, alarms, indicators, fathometers, and speed logs.

2.6.30. Operate and test all pumps.

2.6.31. Operate and test all weatherdeck mounted fire monitors.

2.6.32. Activate and test vessel incinerator system.

2.6.33. Operate and test port and starboard evaporators.

2.7. Test Report:

2.7.2.1. The report shall include each system or component tested, time of test, conditions found, all pressures, temperatures, gauge or meter readings, vessel or component defect, and any abnormal condition which would interfere with the successful operation of the vessel or vessel's systems, IAW CDRL A049.

3. DRYDOCKING

3.1. Reference: US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0915, entitled: "Docking Plan."

3.2. Vessel Data:

3.2.1. Length: 174 feet.

3.2.2. Beam: 42 feet.

3.2.3. Depth: 11 feet, 6 inches.

3.2.4. Draft (MAX): 8.85 feet.

3.2.5. Construction: Steel (hull).

3.2.6. Design: 2000 Class.

3.3. Scope of Work:

3.3.1. Drydock the vessel for underwater repairs. The contractor shall obtain and record necessary data for inclusion in DA Form 5587-R, Aug 2004, "Report of Drydocking, Painting and Condition of Vessel Bottom." (Attachment 0008).

3.3.2. The contractor shall shift vessel on blocks for 100 percent cleaning and painting.

3.3.3. The contractor shall refloat the vessel upon completion of all specified underwater repairs.

3.4. Docking Requirements:

3.4.1. The contractor shall provide suitable drydocking facilities to drydock the vessel for underwater repairs.

3.4.1.1. Drydocking Facilities: Watercraft (vessels) shall be drydocked by the contractor without stress or strain by use of graving dock, floating drydock, marine railway, marine-travel lift or synchro-travel lift of sufficient capacity using multiple belly bands for lifting and travel. Use of a crane to drydock any vessel requires prior approval of all certification documentation on the crane prior to conducting the lift, and a vessel specific lift plan submitted to the Contracting Officer for review. Permission to lift a vessel by crane shall be granted by written approval from the Contracting Officer.

3.4.1.2 Drydock Certification: The contractor shall provide a sound graving or floating drydock, marine railway, or a travel lift capable of lifting and accommodating a vessel(s) with displacement and dimensions as specified in the drydock item of the contract. The contractor shall provide qualified docking personnel and a qualified dock master. The following details apply:

3.4.1.3. As required by the Master Vessel Agreement, the contractor shall ensure the drydock is certified safe for drydocking US Army vessels IAW MIL-STD-1625 or certified by a registered professional engineer as being capable of safely docking the vessel(s).

3.4.1.4. The contractor shall ensure certification by a registered professional engineer includes the following:

(1) date of the inspection;

(2) principal dimensions;

(3) capacity;

(4) a statement that the professional engineer observed the operation of the mechanical/electrical systems and that the systems are able to lift the vessel(s);

(5) a statement that the professional engineer visually inspected the structure and verifies the wastage that currently exists is less than 25% or, if wastage is more than 25% in certain areas, thickness readings for those areas and an analysis (preferably a Finite Element Analysis) to indicate what the structure can support in its current condition. If applicable, fire protection services, and fire alarms and locations.

3.4.2. The contractor shall properly block the vessel so as to eliminate any undue stress or strain on the vessel's hull. Do not block on the two transducers and bow thruster well.

3.4.3. The contractor shall properly block the vessel without obstructing the sea chests on the hull plating or the grid cooler assemblies/guard plate structures attached to the hull.

3.4.4. The contractor shall be responsible for the necessary lay days, while drydocked to accomplish underwater work outlined in this specification or additional work to complete an underwater repair item.

3.4.5. The contractor shall commence drydocking of the vessel within the first 25 percent of the OCCM production performance period.

3.4.6. Within five working days of initial drydocking of the vessel, the contractor shall take, record, and provide a written report of all initial readings required in Attachment 0008, Section II of DA Form 5587-R, 'Report of Drydocking'.

3.5. Joint Contractor and Marine Surveyor Checkpoints:

3.5.1. Inspect blocking of vessel to ensure transducers, sea chests, and bow thruster well are not blocked.

3.5.2. Witness drydocking of vessel.

3.5.3. Prior to undocking vessel, the contractor shall perform an inspection to ensure that all wooden plugs, blanks, and protective coverings are removed from the vessel. Upon completion of inspection, IAW CDRL A049, the contractor shall verify removal of above listed items.

3.5.4. Marine surveyor shall witness shifting on blocks and undocking of the vessel.

3.6. Drydocking: Conforming to the above requirements, the contractor shall drydock the vessel for underwater repairs.

3.7. Drydocking Report (Attachment 0008, DA Form 5587, AUG 2004):

3.7.1. The contractor shall furnish the services of qualified personnel to obtain and record measurements, as indicated by the Marine Surveyor, on those underwater fittings listed in Section II, "Condition of Underwater Fittings," and to record data in Section IV, "Paint Record." Section II information shall be submitted to the Marine Surveyor within two working days upon completion.

3.7.2. Within three working days of final inspection by the Marine Surveyor for refloat, the contractor shall furnish the Marine Surveyor with all final measurements, quantities and paint information required to complete Attachment 0008, Section II and Section III of DA Form 5587-R, 'Report of Drydocking'.

3.8. Undocking: The contractor shall refloat the vessel upon completion of all specified underwater repairs.

4. LOAD LINE CERTIFICATE

4.1. Existing Certificate Data:

4.1.1. Issued By: American Bureau of Shipping, Houston, TX.

4.1.2. Certificate Number: Raise from vessel.

4.1.3. Date of Issue: Raise from vessel.

4.1.4. Date of Expiration: Raise from vessel.

4.1.5. In Service Dates:

4.1.5.1. USAV Runnymede, LCU 2001 - March 1989

4.1.5.2. USAV Aldie, LCU 2004 - February 1990

4.1.5.3. USAV Brandy Station, LCU 2005 - February 1990

4.1.5.4. USAV Bristoe Station, LCU 2006 - April 1990

4.1.5.5. USAV Chickahominy, LCU 2011 - September 1990

4.1.5.6. USAV El Caney, LCU 2017 - March 1991

4.1.5.7. USAV Hobkirk, LCU 2023 - August 1991

4.1.5.6. USAV Malvern Hill, LCU 2025 - November 1991

4.1.5.9. USAV Matamoros, LCU 2026 - November 1991

4.1.5.10. USAV Missionary Ridge, LCU 2028 - April 1992

4.1.5.11. USAV Monterrey, LCU 2030 - April 1992

4.1.5.12. USAV New Orleans, LCU 2031 - May 1992

4.1.5.13. USAV Palo Alto, LCU 2032 - May 1992

4.1.5.14. USAV Paulus Hook, LCU 2033 - July 1992

4.2. Scope of Work:

4.2.1. The contractor shall furnish the services of the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) representative to examine, recertify and issue a load line certificate on the vessel to meet the requirements of ABS “Special Periodical Survey NO. 4.”

4.2.2. The contractor shall provide assistance to the ABS representative for the inspection of the vessel.

4.2.3. Submit typewritten report on ABS representative's discrepancies of vessel inspection IAW with CDRL A049.

4.3. Requirements:

4.3.1. Recertification of the Vessel's Load Line: Recertification is the requirement, not endorsement of existing certificate.

4.3.2. The contractor shall make a written request for recertification of the vessel's load line to the American Bureau of Shipping, 16855 North Chase Street, Houston, Texas 77060.

4.4. Inspection:

4.4.1. The contractor shall furnish the services of an ABS surveyor to perform all inspections and examinations of the vessel and components required to recertify the vessel's load line.

4.4.2. The contractor shall furnish labor, equipment and material required to open and close all voids, holds, peak tanks and any other space not covered elsewhere in this specification, required to assist the ABS surveyor in conducting the inspections and examinations. This shall include: the removal and reinstallation of all interferences such as liquid in tanks, tank top coverings, manhole covers, installed ballast and stored items and components. The contractor shall furnish labor, equipment and material required to perform hydro and or pressure testing of all tanks by use of water, fuel or air as requested by the ABS Surveyor.

4.4.3. Furnish the ABS surveyor with a sketch of the vessel noting the locations where ultrasonic readings were taken as specified in test item listing all gauge readings.

4.4.4 Inspection Report: Upon completion of inspection, list all defects found during the inspections and examinations by the ABS surveyor which must be corrected prior to the recertification of the vessel's original load line certificate IAW CDRL A049.

4.5. Markings: As required, the contractor shall outline all load line markings with a fine weld bead.

4.76 Certificates:

4.6.1. The newly recertified "Provisional Load Line Certificate" shall be placed aboard the vessel and IAW CDRL A005.

5. POTABLE WATER TANKS CLEANING AND PAINTING

5.1. References:

5.1.1. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled:

"Painting of Watercraft."

5.1.2. NAVSHIPS Manual S9086-SE-STM-010/CH-533R3, dated 15 Mar 1995, entitled:

"Potable Water Systems."

5.1.3. US Army Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0803, entitled: “General Arrangement Below Main Deck.”

5.2. Tanks Data:

5.2.1. Capacity: FW-6P-2313 gallons; FW-6S-2328 gallons.

5.2.2. Quantity: Two.

5.3. Scope of Work:

5.3.1. The contractor shall pump out, open, inspect, clean, paint, repair, close, flush out, fill, disinfect, flush, fill, test and certify potable water system is safe for human consumption IAW 5.1.2.

5.3.2. The contractor shall perform the abrasive blasting.

5.4. Requirements:

5.4.1. The contractor shall comply with the "gas freeing" requirement IAW E.2.6.

5.4.2. Waste products shall be disposed of IAW Federal, state, and local regulations.

5.4.3. The Marine Surveyor will inspect and approve all cleaned and prepared surfaces prior to the application of paint coatings.

5.4.4. All paint coating thicknesses shall be applied using the paint manufacturer’s application procedures.

NOTE: Requests to deviate from the specified paint system shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer with all applicable documentation. Written authorization shall be received from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with any deviation. Inclusion of a paint system in the referenced technical bulletin is not authorization to deviate from the specification requirements.

5.4.5. All Abrasive Blasting shall comply with section E.2.2.

5.5. Inspection:

5.5.1. The contractor shall pump out, remove access covers and clean all interior surfaces of both tanks free of water and foreign matter.

5.5.2. The contractor shall perform high pressure water cleaning at 5,000 – 10,000 PSI (SSPC HP WC) of entire interior surface areas of each potable water tank.

5.5.3. The contractor shall perform a joint contractor/Marine Surveyor inspection of tanks interior surfaces.

5.5.4. The contractor shall perform repairs, close, flush out, fill, disinfect, flush, fill, test and certify potable water system is safe for human consumption (IAW 5.1.2).

5.6. Abrasive Blasting and Painting:

5.6.1. The contractor shall remove the tank level indicator components prior to abrasive blasting of tanks interior surfaces.

5.6.2. The contractor shall abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10) the entire interior surface areas of each tank to include weld seams, structural members and all surfaces of access covers using blasting abrasive.

5.6.3. The contractor shall remove all blasting materials and prepare all blasted surfaces to receive paint coatings.

5.6.4. The contractor shall stripe coat all welds, edges, angles, and irregular surfaces.

5.6.5. To all bared surfaces, the contractor shall apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Dura- Plate UHS primer, Phenolic Epoxy coating, or equal (section B of TB 43-0144), contrasting colors, for a Dry Film Thickness (DFT) of 4-8 mils.

5.6.6. To all primed surfaces, the contractor shall apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Dura- Plate UHS gray, Phenolic Epoxy coating, or equal (section B of TB 43-0144), contrasting colors, for a DFT of 6-10 mils.

5.6.7. To all Sherwin Williams Dura-Plate UHS gray coated surfaces, the contractor shall apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Dura-Plate UHS white, Phenolic Epoxy coating, or equal (section B of TB 43-0144), contrasting colors, for a DFT of 10-12 mils.

5.6.8. To all primer coated surfaces of the tank, mounting ring, and access cover, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Dura-Plate UHS white, Phenolic Epoxy coating, or equal (section B of TB 43-0144), contrasting colors, for a DFT of 6-10 mils.

5.7. Repairs:

5.7.1. The contractor shall replace all petcocks.

5.7.2. The contractor shall clean manhole cover bolting ring sealing surface and manhole cover matching surface to ensure a flush surface for seating of gasket. The contractor shall chase stud and nut securement threads.

5.7.3. The contractor shall blow out the fill-vent-outlet piping to ensure piping is free of foreign matter.

5.7.4. The contractor shall overhaul vent valves and vent covers and replace all missing and defective fasteners, balls and screens.

5.8. Closure:

5.8.1. The contractor shall reinstall access covers and replace gasket ring fabricated from 1/8-inch thick cloth-inserted rubber sheet material.

5.8.2. The contractor shall replace missing and defective securements.

5.9. Disinfection:

5.9.1. The potable water system shall be disinfected IAW requirements and procedures as outlined in section 3 of referenced technical manual.

5.9.2. The contractor shall fill and flush, using potable water, potable water storage tanks and entire potable water piping system through and out each fixture a minimum of three times, prior to taking water samples.

5.10. Test/Report:

5.10.1. The contractor shall obtain a minimum of two water samples from various locations throughout potable water piping system. Water samples shall be drawn by an approved bacteriological testing facility. Sample from the storage tanks shall be tested to ascertain water is safe for human consumption IAW CDRL A048.

5.10.2 List all the overhauled items that can be reused and which parts must be renewed, IAW CDRL A049.

6. TILLER ARMS INSPECTION AND REPAIRS

6.1. References:

6.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0894, entitled: "Steering Gear Arrangement & Details."

6.1.2. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled:

"Painting of Watercraft.”

6.2. Scope of Work:

6.2.1. The contractor shall remove, abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10), inspect, repair and reinstall two rudder tiller arms.

6.2.2. The contractor shall perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to inspect condition of welds on tiller arms.

6.3. Requirements:

6.3.1. The contractor shall obtain dimensions and material requirements from the vessel using the referenced drawing as a guide.

6.3.2. The contractor shall comply with the "gas freeing" requirements IAW E.2.6.

6.4. Removals: The contractor shall perform removals and disconnections as required and remove the port and starboard tiller arms from the vessel to the shop for inspection and repairs.

6.5. Inspection:

6.5.1. The contractor shall abrasive blast tiller arms to near white metal (SSPC-SP10) and protect all machined surfaces during blasting operations.

6.5.2. In the presence of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall perform NDT on both tiller arms. NDT shall be dye-penetrant or magnetic particle testing.

6.6. Repairs:

6.6.1. The contractor shall grind out all defective welds identified during the NDT inspection of the tiller arms. Reweld tiller arms; all welding shall conform to the referenced drawings.

Repairs shall eliminate all weld defects.

6.6.2. In the presence of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall perform NDT inspection of repaired welds to prove repairs.

6.7. Painting:

6.7.1. To all bared tiller surfaces (to exclude machined surfaces), the contractor shall apply one coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, light gray, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), and one coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, white, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 4- 6mils per coat.

6.7.2. The contractor shall upon completion of reinstallation, repair all disturbed surfaces.

6.8. Report: NDT test results shall identify methods of repair, listing of all defects found, and include final NDT inspection results IAW CDRL A007.

6.8.1. List all the overhauled items that can be reused and which parts must be renewed, IAW CDRL A049.

6.9. Reinstallation: The contractor shall reinstall removals and disconnections to their respective locations and replace all tiller arm securements.

6.10. Operational Test: In the presence of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall perform a successful operational test of entire steering system during "Work Completion Tests and Requirements” item and leave system ready for service.

7. BALLAST TANKS CLEANING AND PAINTING

7.1. References:

7.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E803, entitled: "General Arrangement Below Main Deck."

7.1.2. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E860, entitled: "Tank Level Indication/Alarm Cabling and Elementary Wiring Diagram."

7.1.3. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled:

"Painting of Watercraft."

7.2. Scope of Work:

7.2.1. The contractor shall pump out, open, clean, paint and perform repairs to the listed tanks as specified. Recondition sounding tubes deck sockets and plugs.

7.2.2. The contractor shall perform power tool cleaning and painting or the Government may execute a separately priced CLIN per ordering year to abrasive blast each listed tank (see Section 7.8 through 7.9 below).

7.3. Tank Data:

7.3.1. Ballast Tank: SW-1.

7.3.2. Location: Forward centerline.

7.3.3. Capacity: Approx. 11,542 gallons

7.3.4. Ballast Tank: SW-2-S.

7.3.5. Location: Starboard forward.

7.3.6. Capacity: Approx. 14,028 gallons

7.3.7. Ballast Tank: SW-2-P.

7.3.8. Location: Port forward.

7.3.9. Capacity: Approx. 14,058 gallons

7.3.10. Ballast Tank: SW-5-S.

7.3.11. Location: Starboard mid-ship.

7.3.12. Capacity: Approx. 34,207 gallons

7.3.13. Ballast Tank: SW-5-P.

7.3.14. Location: Port midship.

7.3.15. Capacity: Approx. 34,328 gallons

7.3.16. Ballast Tank: SW-8-S.

7.3.17. Location: Starboard aft.

7.3.18. Capacity: Approx. 7,246 gallons

7.3.19. Ballast Tank: SW-8-P.

7.3.20. Location: Port aft.

7.3.21. Capacity: Approx. 7,257 gallons

7.4. Requirements:

7.4.1. The contractor shall comply with the "gas freeing" requirement IAW E.2.6.

7.4.2. In the performance of this item, the contractor shall dispose of all waste products IAW Federal, state and local regulations.

7.4.3. The Marine Surveyor will witness testing for surface contaminants as well as inspect prepared and painted surfaces prior to the application of subsequent paint coatings.

7.4.4. The contractor shall obtain from the vessel all dimensions, design configurations and material requirements.

7.4.5. All new materials shall be abrasive blasted to white metal (SSPC-SP5) and primer paint applied prior to installation.

7.4.6. Bared surfaces shall not be allowed to stand overnight without applying primer paint.

7.4.7. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags.

NOTE: Requests to deviate from the specified paint system shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer with all applicable documentation. Written authorization shall be received from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with any deviation. Inclusion of a paint system in the referenced technical bulletin is not authorization to deviate from the specification requirements.

7.4.8. All Abrasive Blasting shall comply with section E.2.2.

7.5. Cleaning/Removals/Reinstallations:

7.5.1. The contractor shall remove access cover securements and open listed tanks.

7.5.2. The contractor shall pump out any liquids and wash down tanks as required for removal of mud, sediment, and foreign matter.

7.5.3. Prior to the commencement of cleaning or blasting, the contractor shall perform high pressure water cleaning at 5,000 - 10,000 psi (SSPC HP WC) of entire areas to be abrasive blasted. Abrasive blasted surfaces shall conform to the standards set forth in SSPC SC-2.

7.5.4. Prior to the start of cleaning and blasting, the contractor shall disconnect and remove the tank level indicator transmitting unit located in each ballast tank.

7.5.5. The contractor shall identify each unit for reinstallation to the respective tank.

7.5.6. Upon completion of tank coating and approval of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall reinstall and reconnect each transmitting unit to the proper location.

7.6. Repairs:

7.6.1. Atmospheric Vent Ball Check Valves:

7.6.1.1. The contractor shall unship and overhaul each atmospheric vent ball check valve for each ballast tank.

7.6.1.2. The contractor shall replace all vent screens; replace missing and defective vent balls.

7.6.1.3. The contractor shall replace missing, defective, and incorrect securements.

7.6.2. Sounding Tubes and Deck Sockets:

7.6.2.1. The contractor shall re-tap sounding tube deck sockets for acceptance of socket plugs for each ballast tank. Apply anti-seize compound to threads.

7.6.2.2. The contractor shall replace missing, defective, and incorrect socket plugs.

7.6.3. Reach Rod Assemblies: The contractor shall free-up and lubricate each reach rod assembly and replace missing or defective connecting hardware.

7.6.4. Access Covers:

7.6.4.1. The contractor shall fair up access covers and bolting rings mating surfaces.

7.6.4.2. The contractor shall tap bolting ring securement holes for acceptance of access covers fasteners as required.

7.7. Inspection: The contractor shall inspect interior surfaces of listed ballast tanks for structural damage, condition of piping and valves, and surface preparation prior to painting.

7.8. Abrasive Blasting (Separately Priced CLIN per Ordering Year):

7.8.1. Prior to the commencement of abrasive blasting, the contractor shall perform high pressure water cleaning at 5,000 - 10,000 psi (SSPC HP WC) of entire areas to be abrasive blasted.

7.8.2. The contractor shall abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10) all interior surfaces and structural members of each ballast tank.

7.8.3. Upon completion of abrasive blasting, the contractor shall test the surfaces for contamination of chloride, ferrous salts, and sulfide residues. Abrasive blasted surfaces shall conform to the standards set forth in SSPC SC-2.

7.8.4. Bared surfaces shall not be allowed to stand overnight without applying primer paint.

7.8.5. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags.

7.8.6. Marine Surveyor will inspect prepared and painted surfaces prior to the application of each subsequent paint coating.

7.8.7. The contractor shall stripe coat all welds, edges, angles and irregular surfaces.

7.9. Painting of Abrasive Blasted Tanks (Separately Priced CLIN per Ordering Year):

7.9.1. To all bared framing edges, undersides of framing and weld seams, the contractor shall apply one stripe coat of Hempel Hempadur 1763, light red, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

7.9.2. To all blasted surfaces, the contractor shall apply one coat of Hempel Hempadur 1763, light red, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

7.9.3. To all primer coated framing edges, undersides of framing and weld seams and bared surfaces, the contractor shall apply one stripe coat of Hempel Hempadur 1763, white, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

7.9.4. To all Hempel Hempadur 1763 coated surfaces, the contractor shall apply one stripe coat of Hempel Hempadur 1763, white, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

7.10. Abrasive Blasting and Painting of Access Covers:

7.10.1. Each access cover of each listed ballast tank, the contractor shall abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10) in its entirety.

7.10.2. Interior side of each access cover shall have the same paint system application as interior space surface and the exterior side of each access cover shall be painted to match adjacent surfaces.

7.11. Power Tool Cleaning and Painting:

7.11.1. The contractor shall power tool clean free of loose paint, scale, rust and debris (SSPC- SP3) all interior surfaces of the listed ballast tanks to include access covers and access covers’ bolting rings.

7.11.2. To all bared surfaces, the contractor shall apply one spot coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, light red primer, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

7.11.3. To all spot primed surfaces, the contractor shall apply one spot coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, white, or equal (IAW Army TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

7.12. Reinstallation:

7.12.1. Upon completion of all related repairs and final inspection by the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall close up all ballast tanks and leave ready for service.

7.12.2. The contractor shall replace access covers gaskets. Contractor furnished gaskets shall be fabricated from 1/8-inch thick black neoprene rubber.

7.12.3. The contractor shall replace missing, defective, and incorrect securements.

7.13. Tests:

7.13.1. In the presence of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall perform a two psi air test for ten minutes on each ballast tank, a zero pressure drop in a ten minute period with the air supply disconnected shall constitute a successful test. All leaks associated with repairs shall be eliminated by the contractor and retested in the presence of the Marine Surveryor.

7.13.2. Identify the list of all overhauled items that can be reused and which parts must be renewed, IAW CCDRL A049.

8. AQUEOUS FILM FORMING FORM (AFFF) STORAGE TANK CLEANING, PAINTING

AND REPAIRS

8.1. References:

8.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0936, Rev. C, entitled: "Tank Capacities and Sounding Table."

8.1.2 US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0881, entitled: “Bilge, Ballast and Firemain Diagrammatic ARR.”

8.1.3. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled:

"Painting of Watercraft."

8.2. Tank Data:

8.2.1. Name: AFFF Storage Tank.

8.2.2. Location: Engine Room.

8.2.3. Capacity: 689 gallons.

8.3. Scope of Work:

8.3.1. The contractor shall inventory and remove AFFF and transfer to an approved holding tank for storage so it can be returned upon completion of repairs, cleaning and painting of the vessel’s AFFF tank.

8.3.2. The contractor shall pump out, open, inspect, pressure wash at 5,000-10,000 psi (SSPC HP WC), clean free of foreign matter, dry, perform repairs, and close the listed tank as specified.

8.3.3. The contractor shall abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10) and paint the AFFF tank.

8.4. Requirements:

8.4.1. The contractor shall comply with the "gas freeing" requirement IAW E.2.6.

8.4.2. All Abrasive Blasting shall comply with section E.2.2.

8.4.3. The contractor shall dispose of all waste products IAW Federal, state and local regulations.

8.4.4. The Marine Surveyor will inspect and approve all cleaned tank surfaces prior to the closure of the AFFF storage tank.

8.4.5. Prior to any abrasive blasting as specified in this item, the contractor shall blank off and seal all hull openings, hatches, vents and other openings to the interior of the vessel, to prevent entry of blasting or foreign material.

8.4.6. No abrasive blasting shall be performed by the contractor until the Marine Surveyor has approved the installed methods of protection.

8.4.7. No work shall be performed by the contractor on the interior of the vessel during blasting operations.

8.4.8. The Marine Surveyor will inspect and approve all cleaned and prepared surfaces prior to application of paint coatings. All paint coating thicknesses shall be applied by the contractor using the paint manufacturer’s application procedures.

8.4.9. Surfaces cleaned to bare metal shall not be allowed to stand overnight without applying primer paint.

8.4.10. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags with borders cut in clean, clear and precise.

NOTE: Requests to deviate from the specified paint system shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer with all applicable documentation. Written authorization shall be received from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with any deviation. Inclusion of a paint system in the referenced technical bulletin is not authorization to deviate from the specification requirements.

8.5. Removals: The contractor shall perform removals as required for the performance of work as described in this specification item.

8.6. Cleaning and Repairs:

8.6.1. The contractor shall pump out, remove access cover, and pressure wash at 5,000-10,000 psi (SSPC HP WC) all interior surfaces of the AFFF storage tank. The entire interior surfaces of the AFFF storage tank shall be cleaned free of foreign matter. Leave tank dry.

8.6.2. Perform a joint contractor/Marine Surveyor inspection of tank’s interior surfaces.

8.6.3. The contractor shall clean free of foreign matter, fair up, and reinstall the access cover.

Chase bolting ring studs/tap bolting ring securement holes as required for acceptance of access cover securements. The contractor shall replace access cover gaskets and the replacement gasket shall be fabricated from 1/8-inch-thick-cloth-inserted rubber sheet material.

8.6.4. The contractor shall replace missing, defective, and incorrect securements and fasteners.

8.6.5. In the presence of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall perform a two psi air test of the AFFF storage tank, a zero pressure drop in a ten minute period with the air supply disconnected shall constitute a successful test. All leaks associated with repairs shall be eliminated by the contractor and retested in the presence of the Marine Surveryor.

8.6.6. The contractor shall free up AFFF pull station cable and ball valves.

8.6.7. The contractor shall transfer the AFFF from its storage/holding tank to the vessel’s AFFF storage tank upon completion of all repairs, painting and testing.

8.6.8. The contractor shall leave AFFF storage tank ready for service.

8.7. Abrasive Blasting:

8.7.1. The contractor shall abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10) all interior surfaces and structural members of the AFFF storage tank to include access cover.

8.7.2. Upon completion of abrasive blasting, the contractor shall perform testing of surfaces for contamination of chloride, ferrous salts, and sulfide residues. Abrasive blasted surfaces shall conform to the standards set forth in SSPC SC-2.

8.8. Painting of Abrasive Blasted Tank:

8.8.1. To all bared surfaces, the contractor shall apply one coat of ARC 855 Polymer/Ceramic Composite coating, black, or equal (contrasting colors with the lightest as top coat IAW TB 43- 0144), for a DFT of 15-20 mils.

8.8.2. To all ARC 855 black coated surfaces, the contractor shall apply one coat of ARC 855 Polymer/Ceramic Composite coating, gray, or equal (contrasting colors with the lightest as top coat IAW TB 43-0144), for a DFT of 15-20 mils.

8.8.3. ARC 855 Polymer/Ceramic Composite coating is manufactured by A.W. Chesterton, 860 Salem St, Groveland, MA, 01834, Telephone: (781) 438-7000. Application of ARC 855 is by roller or brush and the contactor shall conform to all manufacturer requirements.

8.9. Reinstallations: The contractor shall reinstall all removals after the performance of work as described in this specification item.

8.10. Reports:

8.10.1. List all the overhauled items that can be reused and which parts must be renewed,

9. STERN TUBE BEARINGS/STRUT BEARINGS REPLACEMENTS

9.1. References:

9.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0832, entitled: "Shafting Arrangements."

9.1.2. Department of the Army Technical Manual TM-55-503, July 1966, entitled: "Marine Salvage and Hull Repair," page 247, Table XV and notes.

9.2. Bearings Data:

9.2.1. Manufacturer: BFG Cutlass or equal (brass and rubber Cutlass bearings).

9.2.2. Stern Tube Bearings: 7 1/2 inches, flanged x 27 1/2 inches long.

9.2.3. Strut Bearings: 7 1/2 inches, flanged x 27 1/2 inches long.

9.2.4. Quantity: Two each, stern tube bearings; two each, strut bearings.

9.3. Scope of Work:

9.3.1. The contractor shall remove stern tube bearings and strut bearings and replace chockfast for each stern tube bearing and strut bearing.

9.3.2. The contractor shall furnish, align and install new stern tube bearings and strut bearings.

9.3.3. The contractor shall machine new bearings as required.

9.3.4. The contractor shall replace missing, incorrect and damaged securements.

9.4. Requirements:

9.4.1. The contractor shall obtain material requirements and dimensions from the vessel using the referenced material as a guide.

9.4.2. The contractor shall machine and fit bearings as required for designed installation to stern tubes housing and strut bearing housings.

9.4.3. The contractor shall remove existing chockfast for each bearing, clean surfaces free of loose scale and debris. Furnish and install new chockfast (orange), IAW manufacturer’s requirements for each bearing.

9.5. Bearing Installation:

9.5.1. The contractor shall remove chockfast from strut and stern tube bearings housings.

9.5.2. The contractor shall perform alignment checks to establish and verify designed configuration and alignment of stern tube and strut bearings. Alignment checks shall be performed from the reduction gearboxes to aft face of the strut bearings housings. Alignment checks shall be performed utilizing laser/optic instruments and methods. The use of piano wire for the performance of alignment checks is not allowed.

9.5.3. Drill and machine contractor furnished bearings as required for designed and proper installation.

9.5.4. The contractor shall install stern tube and strut bearings in correct alignment; furnish and install new chockfast. The contractor shall furnish and install new sealing materials.

9.5.5. The contractor shall clean and chase all securements threads and replace missing, defective, and incorrect securements.

9.5.6. The contractor shall perform final alignment checks; submit final alignment readings, IAW CDRL A007. Alignment checks shall be performed from the reduction gearboxes to aft face of the strut bearings housings. Alignment checks shall be performed utilizing laser/optic instruments and methods. The use of piano wire for the performance of alignment checks is not allowed.

9.5.7. The contractor shall take and record stern tubes and strut bearings inside dimensions at forward, center, and aft areas to determine bearing to shaft journal clearance; submit dimension readings IAW CDRL A007.

9.5.8. The contractor shall leave new bearings ready for service.

9.6. Reports:

9.6.1. List all the overhauled items that can be reused and which parts must be renewed,

10. PROPELLER SHAFTS MECHANICAL SEALS REPAIRS

10.1. References:

10.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0817, entitled: “Stern Tube Shaft Struts & Barrel Arrangement and Details.”

10.1.2. US Army Belvoir Research, Development, and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0832, entitled: "Shafting Arrangement."

10.1.3. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled:

“Painting of Watercraft.”

10.2. Seals Data (Contractor Furnished):

10.2.1. Manufacturer: Deep Sea Seals Limited (Wartsila)

10.2.2. Distributor: Wartsila Defense, Marine Propulsion Systems, 3617 Koppens Way, Chesapeake, VA 23323, 757-966-5420, Attn: Scott Miller.

10.2.3. Type: PSE Seal, Imperial Series

10.2.4. Part Number: H76228, 7.283” (185 mm)”

10.2.5. Quantity: Two

10.2.6. Type: Seal adapter without spigot

10.2.7. Part Number: WDI002006

10.2.8. Quantity: Two

10.3. Scope of Work:

10.3.1. The contractor shall furnish the services of a qualified manufacturer’s repair technician and make all required disconnections, removals, clean, inspect all components, furnish and install identified as Service Kit B in the referenced drawing. Clean and inspect each component; fair mounting surfaces in accordance with manufacturer's standards.

10.3.2. The contractor shall test each new inflatable seal using the manufacturer's instructions as a guide.

10.3.3. In the presence of the Marine Surveyor, the contractor shall prove repairs during the performance of dock and sea trials in the "Work Completion Tests and Requirements" item of this specification.

10.4. Requirements:

10.4.1. The contractor shall comply with the "gas freeing" requirements IAW E.2.6.

10.4.2. In the performance of this item, the contractor shall dispose of all waste products in accordance with Federal, state, and local regulations.

10.4.3. The contractor shall obtain all material requirements for successful completion of this item from the referenced drawing and the vessel.

10.4.4. The contractor shall remove and reinstall all interferences necessary to accomplish work required in this item.

10.4.5. The contractor shall furnish the services of a qualified manufacturer’s repair technician to disassemble, inspect, perform repairs, install, reassemble, and test the shaft seal assembly.

10.4.6. Repairs shall be accomplished while vessel is drydocked.

10.4.7. Contractor shall adhere to cleaning, inspections, repairs, replacements, and machining outlined in the listed references and this specification item.

10.4.8. Marine Surveyor will witness all inspections, repairs and components replacement required for complete and successful overhaul of each complete stern tube seal assembly.

10.5. Removals:

10.5.1. The contractor shall make all necessary removals, disconnect as required for the listed repairs. Items to be removed include, but not limited to water inlet and outlet flushing line, vent pipes, all studs from the boss ring, and engine room deck plates.

10.6. Cleaning/Inspection:

10.6.1. The contractor shall clean each removed component free of foreign matter and inspect for defects.

10.6.2. The contractor shall clean mounting flange free of all paint, rust, mil-scale, gasket material or any other foreign matter. Any nicks or pits shall be filed smooth.

10.6.3. The contractor shall clean shaft liners free of all paint, sea growth, rust, scale, or any foreign matter from the forward end of the liner to the mounting flange. Any nicks or pits shall be filed smooth to prevent damage to the inflatable seal and seat O-ring.

10.7. Reports: Upon completion of cleaning and inspection, submit a report of wear limit clearances readings IAW CDRL A007 and list all overhauled items that can be reused and which parts must be renewed IAW CDRL A049.

10.8. Replacements and Reassembly:

10.8.3. The contractor shall provide the services of a qualified Manufacturer’s Technical Representative and install the…