ATTACHMENT_1_-_Specifications_(Rev_4).docx

PROGRAMMED AND UNPROGRAMMED

DRYDOCKING, CLEANING, PAINTING, REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS

TO US ARMY ACTIVE AND RESERVE VESSELS STATIONED ON THE EAST COAST AT

FORT EUSTIS, VIRGINIA; FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA; BALTIMORE, MARYLAND; MOREHEAD CITY, NORTH CAROLINA; SUNNY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA; AND TAMPA, FLORIDA

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Item/Section Number Title

C.850 BC Class Vessel (850-857)

PROGRAMMED AND UNPROGRAMMED

DRYDOCKING, CLEANING, PAINTING, REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS

TO US ARMY ACTIVE AND RESERVE VESSELS STATIONED ON THE EAST COAST AT

FORT EUSTIS, VIRGINIA; FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA; BALTIMORE, MARYLAND;

MOREHEAD CITY, NORTH CAROLINA; SUNNY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA;

AND TAMPA, FLORIDA

SECTION C. General Requirements:

SCOPE OF WORK: This specification requires the contractor to furnish all labor, materials, equipment and appropriate plant site to accomplish the programmed drydocking, cleaning, painting, repairs and modifications to the US Army Active and Reserve Vessels stationed on the East Coast at Fort Eustis, Virginia; Fort Belvoir, Virginia; Baltimore, Maryland; Morehead City, North Carolina; Sunny Point, North Carolina; and Tampa, Florida. These operations shall be complete and carried out in conformance with this specification, applicable drawings, clauses, terms and conditions of the contract. The purpose of this contract is to deliver a seaworthy vessel(s).

NOTE: All reports shall be submitted electronically in Microsoft Excel or PDF format plus two (2) printed copies unless otherwise noted specifically in a work item. Originals are required for all certifications.

C.0.1. Definitions: As used throughout this contract, the following words are defined:

C.0.1.1. Abrasive Blast to Near White Metal: Clean surfaces to SSPC-SP10, NACE No. 2, Swedish Sa 1 1/2 standard, 95% free of mil scale, rust, paint, staining or discoloration of the material surface, remaining 5% of surface area may contain randomly dispersed paint and staining residue.

C.0.1.2. Abrasive Blast to White Metal: Clean surfaces to SSPC-SP5, NACE No. 1, Swedish Sa 3 standard, 100% free of mill scale, rust, paint, staining or any discoloration of material surface.

C.0.1.3. Appendage: A general term for any part projecting from the underwater portion of the hull such as shaft bossings, bar keel, bilge keel, propeller struts and skegs.

C.0.1.4. Contracting Officer: Contracting Officer is a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, make related determinations and findings and issue delivery/task orders. Only the Contracting Officer has the authority to extend the performance period of the contract and/or delivery/task orders.

C.0.1.5. Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): A COR (appointed on individual letter orders, copies of which will be furnished the Contractor) is limited to the authority specified in the letters of appointment. A COR is not empowered to obligate the Government for additional work or services beyond items of work listed in the contract or delivery/task orders. A COR cannot grant an extension to the contract or delivery/task order.

C.0.1.6. Dash Item: A dash item is an item of work and/or material which is necessary to complete an original item of work in the contract or delivery/task order. Contractor will receive profit on both subcontractor labor and G&A markup on subcontractor labor. Although contractor will receive G&A markup on materials, no profit is allowed on materials of a dash item. Profit and G&A Rate must be separately shown in Section J. Failure to indicate a profit figure or G&A Rate in Section J can result in denial of: (1) G&A and profit on subcontractor labor; and, (2) G&A markup for materials on dash items.

C.0.1.7. Definite Item: Known work that shall be diligently prosecuted upon issuance of task order.

C.0.1.8. Exchange: Replacement of an item with a like item.

C.0.1.9. Furnish: The Contractor shall provide what is needed at the Contractor's expense, as part of the work item price. All parts shall be new, unless the specification allows for a reconditioned item.

C.0.1.10. Hand Tool Clean: Clean surfaces to SSPC-SP2, Swedish St 2 standard, free of all loose paint, scale, rust and debris, utilizing hand tools.

C.0.1.11. Includes: Includes, but not limited to:

C.0.1.12. Indefinite Item: Work to be accomplished only upon the written approval of the Contracting Officer. Activation of an indefinite item does not entitle the Contractor to an extension of the performance period.

C.0.1.13. Inspection Points: Within the contract there are mandatory points where the Marine Surveyor is to inspect the Contractor’s work in order to signify Government acceptance of the work. These inspection points are indicated within the specifications with words such as “in the presence of the Marine Surveyor” or “test in the presence of the Marine Surveyor.” A minimum of two hours written notice shall be given by the Contractor for these inspection points, and all inspections must be scheduled within the Marine Surveyor’s normal work day. Any inspection requested at the end of the work day will be performed at the commencement of the next work day.

C.0.1.14. Marine Surveyor: The person who acts as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) in inspecting work performed by the Contractor for compliance with the contract and any modification thereto.

C.0.1.15. New Item: A new item is an item of work and/or material which is found during the period of performance and is required in order to deliver a seaworthy vessel. Contractor will receive G&A on subcontractor labor and material. Contractor will receive profit on subcontractor labor, subcontractor G&A, material and G&A on material. Profit and G&A Rate must be separately shown in Section J. Failure to indicate a profit figure or G&A Rate in Section J can result in denial of: (1) G&A and profit on subcontractor labor; and, (2) G&A markup for materials and subcontractor labor.

C.0.1.16. Overhaul: The Contractor shall remove an item from its installed location to a work area suitable for type of equipment, disassemble all parts, clean all parts, inspect and/or test all parts, and submit a condition report on all parts. Upon completion of Government determination of which parts can be reused and which parts must be renewed, the Contractor shall recondition those parts designated for reuse, replace parts designated for renewal with new parts, reassemble items, reinstall items, and test items. New parts required by the Government not enumerated in the technical specifications shall be furnished by the Contractor, and the Contractor will be compensated in accordance with subparagraph C.0.2.27.3 entitled: "Approval of Additional Replacement Parts and Materials."

C.0.1.17. Power Tool Clean: Clean surfaces to SSPC-SP3, Swedish St 3 standard, free of all loose paint, scale, rust and debris, utilizing power tools or to SSPC-SP11 to “near white” surfaces when indicated in the specification..

C.0.1.18. Qualified Manufacturer’s Repair Technician: A person who has received training and has a current certification by the manufacturer enabling the individual to properly inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, adjust and perform repairs to that specific equipment/component.

C.0.1.19. Recondition: The elimination and/or correction of those defects and/or conditions that, determined by the item manufacturer's standards, would adversely affect a used item in its continued service, by work on that item, resulting in a serviceable finished item with all tolerances and dimensions remaining within the manufacturers allowable wear limits and/or variance for the intended service.

C.0.1.20. Reinstall: To place back in designed position, remount and reconnect.

C.0.1.21. Renew: Put in a new item, unit or part as required by technical specifications. The Contractor will be compensated at cost for the item, unit or part to be renewed.

C.0.1.22. Repair: To restore an item or system to a sound condition by the performance of work on that item or system.

C.0.1.23. Replace: To supply an equivalent new item for the item to be replaced, to furnish and install.

C.0.1.24. Rust: All forms of ferric oxide. All terminology in this specification indicating the removal of rust shall be defined as requiring total removal of all visible and accessible rust, including loose and hard scale, to bare metal. Additionally, unless a method is specified, the Contractor shall determine and use any method of rust removal necessary to accomplish the task, and all bare metal surfaces exposed by the de-rusting process shall be properly and adequately primed.

C.0.1.25. SSPC: Steel Structures Painting Council standards.

C.0.1.26. Surface Cleanliness: SSPC standards for surface cleanliness is the condition of the substrate after cleaning has removed partial or total residues of chloride, soluble ferrous salts and sulfate contamination. The acceptable standard of cleanliness in this specification is SC-2.

C.0.1.27. Surface Profile: All abrasive blasted, water jet cleaned, power tool cleaned or hand tool cleaned surfaces shall have a measurable surface profile upon completion of cleaning. The actual measured profile readings shall be included in the Test and Inspection sheets for the surface areas cleaned and painted. The surface profile shall meet the SSPC standards for surface profile before application of primer paints.

C.0.1.28. Tug: Vessel powered, designed, built and equipped for towing.

C.0.1.29. Water Jetting: Using ultra high-pressure (UPH-WJ) to SSPC-SP12 standard to achieve a near white blast, standard WJ-2.

C.0.2. Requirements and Contractor Responsibilities: These requirements and responsibilities shall be considered to be a part of this contractual specification. Consideration shall be given to these requirements and responsibilities and shall be reflected in the Contractor's proposal/offer. The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, state, and local environmental regulations. The Contractor shall assume these responsibilities and perform as required.

C.0.2.1. Damages: The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages to the vessel(s), its equipment and machinery incurred while the vessel(s) is under the Contractor's care, due to the Contractor's, his employees' or his subcontractor's negligence or failure to act to protect the vessel(s).

C.0.2.2. Abrasive Blasting and Painting: During abrasive blasting and painting of either exterior, interior or underwater hull, the Contractor shall take extreme caution to prevent blasting materials from entering into sections and compartments not intended to be abrasive blasted, by sealing off all compartments. All windows and port lights shall be protected by the installation of either metal or wood blanks and properly sealed to prevent damage. Exterior light fixtures, armored cables, deck machinery, name plates and all bright work shall be protected by wrapping with rags, masking and covering with canvas covers. Damage to any items on the vessel(s) shall be corrected by replacement or repair by the Contractor at no cost to the Government, and to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements during abrasive blasting and painting.

C.0.2.3. Cleaning: All dirt, grease marks and debris caused by the Contractor's personnel in performance of work throughout the vessel(s) shall be thoroughly cleaned by the Contractor after all work and test runs have been completed and before the vessel(s) has been accepted by the Marine Surveyor. (Debris shall be cleaned up periodically to ensure a safe working environment.)

C.0.2.4. Ventilation: All painted areas not having free access to natural ventilation and which are required to be closed or sealed upon redelivery of the vessel(s) shall be ventilated by forced dry air between coat applications and for not less than twenty-four (24) continuous hours prior to closing.

C.0.2.5. Painting: All surface preparation, priming and finish painting required in the contract or delivery/task order under the Contractor's responsibility shall conform in all respects to the detailed instructions contained in Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled: "Painting of Watercraft."

C.0.2.6. Disturbed Areas: All painted surfaces that are disturbed, soiled or marred by the accomplishment of work specified herein, and authorized changes thereto, shall be cleaned, primed and painted by the Contractor in accordance with applicable section of the Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled “Painting of Watercraft,” at no additional cost to the Government.

C.0.2.7. Gas Freeing: In the performance of any burning, heating, welding, or access for entry required to accomplish the repairs specified in this specification, it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide a "gas free" or "safe for hotwork" certificate issued by a certified chemist to the Marine Surveyor, certifying that all tanks or other adjacent areas in the way of repairs or alterations are free of gas or other fire hazards.

C.0.2.8. Paints:

C.0.2.8.1. The Contractor shall submit test reports establishing compliance with all Federal, state, and local environmental standards pertaining to marine paints, red lead removal, painting processes, and the handling, storing, and disposal of hazardous wastes.

C.0.2.8.2. Substitution of the paint systems identified in each specification item shall be submitted by written request for approval by the Contracting Officer. Each request shall include all material data sheets, application instructions and other manufacturer specific information. Submission of the request for substitution shall not constitute approval for a paint system substitution. Approval of a paint system shall be granted by written response from the Contracting Officer.

C.0.2.9. Parts Standardization: In order to have uniformity within the class of vessels, equipment is sometimes shown as being manufactured by a particular manufacturer, with a set part number or National Stock Number. This specific identification can be in the specifications, the drawings or the vessel technical manuals. There shall not be any substitution for those pieces of equipment unless the request is submitted to the Contracting Officer and written approval for the substitution is granted.

C.0.2.10. Chalk Test: The chalk test is a simple means of determining if the gasket is in continuous contact with the knife-edge when a closure is dogged. A successful chalk test does not guarantee that a closure is watertight, but, if the gasket is in good condition and the dogs are properly adjusted. The chalk imprint shall be in the center three-fifths of the width of the gasket.

C.0.2.11. Hose Testing: Where water hose testing is used, the nozzle shall be within ten (10) feet of the structure under test, and the stream shall be directed against structure portions in a manner most likely to reveal leaks. The hose and nozzle diameter shall be at least two (2) inch and the pressure at the nozzle shall be at least thirty (30) psi. The opposite side of the structure shall be inspected to detect leakage.

C.0.2.12. Recovered Materials: The Contractor shall certify FAR Clause 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA Designated Items (May 2008), located in Section I, prior to final payment.

C.0.2.13. International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITARS): The Contractor shall maintain a system compliant with ITARs requirements (22 CFR §§ 120, et seq.). This shall include a requirement to ensure that military information is not exported to non-U.S. sources, unless an appropriate license has been obtained.

C.0.2.14. Drydocking Facilities: Watercraft (vessels) shall be drydocked 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.

C.0.2.15. 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 or delivery/task order. The Contractor shall provide qualified docking personnel and a qualified dock master. The following details apply:

C.0.2.15.1. The Contractor shall ensure the drydock is certified safe for drydocking US Army vessels in accordance with MIL-STD-1625 or certified by a registered professional engineer as being capable of safely docking the vessel(s). The Contractor shall submit proof of current certification on the drydock facility prior to contract award.

C.0.2.15.2. Certification by a registered professional engineer shall include 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 satisfactory 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.

C.0.2.16. Alterations: The Contractor shall not change or alter the configuration of the vessel(s) in any way, i.e., cutting off masts, antennas or lights, etc., in order to get the vessel(s) to the place of performance. Unbolting is acceptable. Replacement of items which are unbolted must be accomplished within the stated performance period. Additional time will not be granted for the replacement of items.

C.0.2.17. Extensions: All requests for an extension shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer and the Contracting Officer is the only authority who can authorize an extension to the performance completion date.

C.0.2.17.1. Extensions for severe foul weather will be considered provided the production schedule clearly indicates that the severe foul weather as defined by the five-year norm for that month, or other circumstances impacted work along the critical path. The contractor shall submit the request to the Contracting Officer, in writing, and shall include weather data for the preceding five (5) years. The Contracting Officer will coordinate with the Marine Surveyor on site to determine the impact of the severe foul weather or other circumstances on the Contractor's progress. The severe foul weather must occur within the performance period, or any extension, before it will be considered by the Contracting Officer.

C.0.2.17.2. Extensions for long lead time items shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer. If you are requesting an extension for long lead time items, you must include evidence to indicate the date the items were ordered, as well as supporting documentation from your supplier stating the cause and length of delay. In addition, you must provide documentation (which can be in the form of a statement), that you investigated and the long lead time items could not be obtained faster from another source or were not available from another source. Failure to be diligent in obtaining items can be cause for denial of an extension. Internal Contractor ordering documents such as purchase orders shall have the hull number and contract number annotated on each page.

C.0.2.17.2.1. Materials identified in the definite items shall be ordered immediately upon contract award to alleviate long lead time material extension requests. Material identified in the indefinite items shall be ordered immediately upon activation.

C.0.2.17.3. No additional time will be granted for new, activated or dash items of work unless the time required to perform the additional work exceeds the time required to perform the Indefinite Items of work. For example, if the contract or delivery/task order is for 80 calendar days and the List of Individual Prices (LIPS) estimates that 25% of the performance period is required to perform Indefinite Items of work, no additional time will be granted unless the time required exceeds 20 calendar days or the amount of money required to perform the indefinite items. If the request is for additional time for specification worksheets, you must indicate the worksheet number, the item(s) involved and the length of time required for each item.

C.0.2.18. Omissions from the drawings or specifications or the misdescription of details of work which are manifestly necessary to carry out the intent of the drawings and specifications, or which are customarily performed, shall not relieve the Contractor from performing such omitted or misdescribed details of the work, but shall be performed as if fully and correctly set forth and described in the drawings and specifications.

C.0.2.19. Welder's Certification: Welders must be certified, in accordance with “46 CFR”, for the types of metal and position of welding being performed with a minimum of three years' experience relating to repair of vessels.

C.0.2.20. Contracting Officer's Representative's (COR) Office: The Contractor shall furnish suitable offices, office equipment and telephone at the site of the work for the Government's use. At a minimum the Contractor shall provide the following:

C.0.2.20.1. An office for the COR capable of being secured and located in an area where the noise level does not exceed guidelines set by OSHA for office environments. The office must be dedicated for use solely by the Government during the period of contract performance. The COR must have a key to the office and the office must be accessible to the COR during the COR's normal working hours and days. The office must have heat, air conditioning, and lighting that is conducive to a good working environment.

C.0.2.20.2. One (1) desk per Marine Surveyor/COR, approximately 30” x 6’ with two drawers capable of being locked. The COR shall have the key to the desk.

C.0.2.20.3. A table or counter approximately 3’ x 5’ suitable for reading blueprints.

C.0.2.20.4. Three chairs, one of which is an office type arm chair with rollers.

C.0.2.20.5. A touch tone telephone with a dedicated touch tone line.

C.0.2.20.6. A dedicated printer/scanner/copier, Dell 2335dn multifunction printer or equal, located in the COR’s office. Provide toner for printer and printer paper.

C.0.2.20.7. Toilet facilities within the same building as the COR’s office.

C.0.2.20.8. One vehicle parking space, per Marine Surveyor/COR, dedicated for usage by the COR and adequate parking for other U.S. Army representatives during the performance period (Vessel crew, Contracting Officer, etc.).

C.0.2.20.9. A dedicated “Internet” or “wireless” access to a server with 100mb capability for data transmission. Each Marine Surveyor/COR will have full time access while performing duties.

C.0.2.20.10. A lockable office space for the vessel crew separate from the COR office. The office shall have two single pedestal desks and two chairs. The office shall have one telephone line. Internet connection and printer service is not required. This requirement applies to LSVs, LTs and LCUs only.

C.0.2.21. Protection of Vessel(s): The Contractor is responsible for the protection of the vessel(s) while under tow and in its yard. The Contractor must at all times have the vessel(s) secured and protected from fire, acts of God, vandalism and theft.

C.0.2.22. Final Inspection: Final inspection of the end item shall be performed by the Contractor in accordance with the contract. The Contractor’s inspectors making final inspection shall document all inspection records. Deficiencies disclosed by the inspection and corrective action taken shall be described in detail on a deficiency sheet attached to the inspection record.

C.0.2.23. Examination and Tests:

C.0.2.23.1. All examinations and tests required to be performed by the Contractor shall be subject to the surveillance of the Marine Surveyor. Prior to the commencement of any such examinations or tests, the Contractor shall give a written two (2) hour notice to the Marine Surveyor of the date, time and place where said examinations and tests will be conducted. Any notice furnished to the Marine Surveyor less than two (2) hours prior to the end of the work day will be conducted on the next scheduled work day of the Marine Surveyor.

C.0.2.23.2. Unless otherwise specifically identified and set out in the schedule, the original work item price shall include all the cost and expenses of all examinations and tests required to be performed by the Contractor.

C.0.2.24. Required Performance Period:

C.0.2.24.1. Contractor Pickup/Delivery: The Contractor shall pick up the vessel within seven (7) calendar days of notification that the vessel is available for pick up, unless a different time is stated in the contract/task order proposal. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Contracting Officer by e-mail prior to picking up the vessel. The length of the “performance period” for vessels is stated in the NOTEs section of the Task Order. The “performance period” will begin upon the vessel’s arrival at the designated contractor’s facility, even though the contract performance begins with the pickup of the vessel. (The days used for towing will not be counted against the performance time.) For vessels arriving at the Contractor’s facility prior to or at 12:00 noon, the performance period commences on the date of arrival. Vessels arriving after 12:00 noon, the performance period commences the following day. In the event the vessel is not picked up within seven (7) calendar days or as stated in the contract/task order proposal, after receiving notification that the vessel is available for pick up, the performance period shall commence on the seventh day (or as stated in the contract/task order proposal) after such notification has been given.

C.0.2.24.2. Government Delivery and Redelivery of Vessel:

C.0.2.24.2.1. In case of Government delivery of vessel to Contractor’s plant, the Contractor shall take acceptance of vessel in the stream adjacent to plant for responsibility of the safe handling and docking of vessel. Any vessel delivered/picked up by a Government tug will be delivered/picked up using a Large Tug, 800 Class, which is 128 feet, 4 inches in length with a mean draft (heavy) of 17 feet and a displacement (heavy) of 1,068.9 tons. If the Government determines that because of the location of the Contractor’s shipyard, the vessel should be delivered to an alternate site (normally the Government facility nearest to the Contractor’s facility), rather than the stream adjacent to the facility, the Contractor shall take acceptance of the vessel at the alternate site immediately from the Army. Picking up the vessel at an alternate site shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

C.0.2.24.2.2. If the Government chooses, it may redeliver the vessel from the Contractor’s plant or other designated location. The Contractor shall appropriately provide for the safekeeping of the vessel while awaiting the Government’s crew, in accordance with good business practices of the industry, for a period not to exceed seven (7) calendar days, without charge to the Government.

C.0.2.24.2.3. In case of Government redelivery of vessel, the Government shall take acceptance of vessel in the stream adjacent to the Contractor’s plant and the Contractor shall be responsible for the safe handling and undocking of vessel. If, because of the location of the Contractor’s shipyard, the Army picks up the vessel at a site near the facility rather than the stream adjacent to the facility, the Contractor shall redeliver the vessel to the alternate site for pickup by the Army. Redelivery of the vessel to the alternate site shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

C.0.2.24.2.4. Government Pickup/Delivery: In the event the Government delivers the vessel, the Contractor shall accept the vessel upon delivery. For vessels being delivered by the Government prior to or at 12:00 noon, the performance period commences on the date of delivery. Vessels delivered after 12:00 noon, the performance period commences the following day.

C.0.2.24.2.5. Refueling. Refueling shall be treated as a commodity item. Individual delivery orders shall address any refueling requirements. The fuel shall be reimbursed as “material” at the “actual” cost without any pass through costs, profit, or overhead added. Any associated labor for refueling of the vessel and any associated services required in order to conduct the refueling, i.e. barge services shall be reimbursed as labor.

C.0.2.24.3. Performance Period: All services, excluding vessel pickup and redelivery, are required to be completed no later than the number of calendar days stated in the LIPS upon commencement of the performance period. Normal weather variations at the Contractor’s plant must be taken into account when scheduling work under this contract/task order proposal. An extension of time for foul weather will not be granted unless the Contractor can present documentation substantiating (1) the weather was unusually severe, and (2) the work controlling the overall completion of the contract/task order was delayed by the unusually severe weather. Unusually severe weather is defined as weather that is abnormal compared to the past weather at the same location for the same time of year. The Contractor is responsible for presenting United States weather statistics showing the weather recorded during the performance period was more severe than weather recorded over a five-year preceding period for the plant area. In order to assist contractors in ordering long lead time parts, the Government may identify a pre-production period of performance in advance of the vessel arriving at the contractor’s facility. This pre-production period is designed to alleviate extension requests based on long lead time parts availability as the Contractor will have the opportunity to order and receive compensation for parts in advance of the vessel’s arrival.

C.0.2.24.3.1. The vessel must be redelivered between the normal working hours of the activity within seven (7) days after the completion date. Vessels redelivered on the eighth (8th) day after the contract/task order completion date will be considered late.

C.0.2.24.3.2. The performance period for each contract/task order includes time to perform both the Definite and Indefinite Items. An estimated percentage of the performance period required to perform the Indefinite Items will be stated in each individual task order. No additional time will be granted for new items or items performed in lieu of Definite or Indefinite Items unless the effort required to perform the additional work exceeds the effort required to perform the Indefinite Items.

C.0.2.25. Normal Working Hours (8 hours) and Normal Working Days (Monday through Friday) for the assigned Government Marine Surveyor: Normal working hours will be an eight (8) hour workday with 30 minutes for lunch. Working hours will coincide with commencement of the routine working hours of the contractor. For example, for those Contractors with a 0700 hours commencement time, the Marine Surveyor will be present during the hours of 0700 through 1530; for a 0730 commencement time, it would be 0730 through 1600 hours. The Marine Surveyor will not be present on legal holidays (1st of January; 3rd Monday in January; 3rd Monday in February; last Monday in May; July 4th; 1st Monday in September; 2nd Monday in October; November 11; 4th Thursday in November; and 25th of December; Fridays which precede holidays falling on Saturday and Mondays which follow holidays falling on Sunday). Any work which requires the Marine Surveyor’s inspection shall be scheduled during the normal working hours and days.

C.0.2.26. Required Insurance:

C.0.2.26.1. Type Amount

Workers Compensation and Minimum liability limit $100,000.00 Employer’s Liability

Comprehensive General Liability Minimum bodily injury Limits $500,00.00 per Occurrence

and $20,000.00 per occurrence for property damage.

C.0.2.26.2. Prior to the commencement of work hereunder, the Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer a certificate of the above required insurance. The policies evidencing required insurance shall contain an endorsement to the effect that cancellation, or any material change in the policies adversely affecting the interests of the Government in such insurance, shall not be effective for such period as may be prescribed by the laws of the State in which the contract is to be performed, and in no event less than thirty (30) days after written notice thereof to the Contracting Officer.

C.0.2.26.3. Should the cancellation statement on the certificate be used with appropriate modifications, the authorized representative who signs the certificate must initial inside the block containing the cancellation statement. If another cancellation clause is attached as page 2 of the certificate, the cancellation clause at the bottom of the certificate must be deleted and the deletion initialed by the authorized representative, who will also sign page 2 to indicate agreement with the clause.

C.0.2.26.4. The Contractor agrees to insert the substance of this clause in all subcontracts hereunder.

C.0.2.27. Replacement parts procured for definite, indefinite, new or additional repair items shall conform to the materials listed in referenced drawings. Substitution of any part identified by part number, National Stock Number and/or Manufacturer shall require a written request for approval to the Contracting Officer. The written request shall include all applicable material information needed to determine whether the requested material meets Army requirements. Submission for substitution does not constitute approval of the substitution. Permission for substitution of specified parts will be granted in writing by the Contracting Officer.

C.0.2.28. Additional Replacement Parts, Transportation Charges, Machining, Fitting and Installation:

C.0.2.28.1. In addition to work specified in the specifications the Contractor shall furnish additional replacement parts, materials and installation which are determined to be required by the Government. The Contractor shall purchase additional replacements parts and materials required under this paragraph at the lowest known cost and shall be paid at cost. “At cost” is defined as the actual net cost of such parts and materials to the contractor including any and all discounts, rebates and allowances thereon (regardless of the date of purchase), material handling costs properly allocable to such parts or materials (if such costs are not reimbursable under any other provision of this contract), and properly identified and supported freight or transportation charges. The Contractor shall install and test such replacement parts and materials at no additional cost to the Government.

C.0.2.28.2. If it is determined by the Government that additional replacement parts and materials require machining or fitting, the Contractor shall be paid under this paragraph at cost, as defined herein. The Contractor shall be compensated for installation of replacement parts or materials requiring machining and fitting. Costs for replacement parts, materials and installation shall be allowed to the extent that they are reasonable, allocable and allowable in view of the principles of FAR Part 31.