Solicitation__W911XK-17-R-0011.pdf

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SMALL BUSINESSX

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USACE DETROIT DISTRICT

477 MICHIGAN AVENUE, 7TH FLOOR

DETROIT MI 48226-4523

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RFQ IFB RFPX

DULUTH AREA OFFICE

STEVEN J BROSSART

DETROIT DISTRICT, C/O DIV

CANAL PARK

DULUTH, MN 55802

TEL: 218-720.5260 FAX: 218.720.5270

FAX:

TEL: (313) 226-6819 SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

8(A)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(EDWOSB)

SIZE STANDARD:

1,250 Employees

NAICS:

336611

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W911XK-17-R-0011

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job

IGF::OT::IGF

FFP

TUG BILLMAIER DRY DOCK BASE ITEMS

---For Government Accounting Only--- FOB: Destination

MILSTRIP: W56MES63557267

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: W56MES63557267

Enter Price Information in Price Breakout Schedule on Pages 7-9

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ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0002 1 Job

IGF::OT::IGF

FFP

DERRICK BARGE HJ SCHWARTZ (HJS)

---For Government Accounting Only--- FOB: Destination

MILSTRIP: W56MES63557267

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: W56MES63557267

Enter Price Information in Price Breakout Schedule on Pages 7-9

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COMPANY INFORMATION

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COMPANY NAME: __________________________________________________________________

BUSINESS ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________

PHONE NUMBER: __________________________ FAX NUMBER __________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________

DRYDOCK ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________

BUSINESS SIZE (select all that are applicable)

Large Business _____ Small Business _____ HUBZone Business _____ 8A _____

Woman-Owned _____ Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned _____

Contractor is registered with SAM: YES _____ NO_____ (See FAR 52.204-7)

TAX ID # ________________________

DUNS # ________________________ CAGE NO. ________________________

(Note: See FAR 52.204-7. The DUNS Number is a 9 digit numeric code.)

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. All offerors are reminded to complete and submit with your proposal, all FAR and DFARS Provisions related to Representations and Certifications.

2. Offerors shall complete and submit any additional full text certifications that are included in the solicitation. An offeror may also complete the certifications at https://www.sam.gov in lieu of completing the representations and certifications in this solicitation provided that all the FAR and DFARS certifications contained in the solicitation have been completed on line.

3. All offerors shall be registered at https://www.sam.gov with the NAICS code that is shown on the front page of the SF1449 in Block 10 prior to submission of the proposal.

4. Remember to sign the 1449 before submitting your proposal.

5. Submit proposal via e-mail to LRE-Quotes@usace.army.mil and Lloyd.W.Smith@usace.army.mil.

NOTE: Failure to comply with the above instructions may result in an offeror not being eligible for award.

BASIS OF AWARD

In accordance with Clause 52.217-3 Evaluation Exclusive of Options, proposals will be evaluated based on the total price for all non-option work items as described in the Scope of Work. Proposals will be evaluated based on the total cost to the Government, which includes the pricing entered in the Price Breakout Schedules plus the total round trip travel costs incurred by the Government. See the Scope of Work, Part SP-2.1 for the current vessel location and the mileage cost per nautical mile that will be used to evaluate cost to the Government. The Government intends to award a contract, without discussions, to the responsive, responsible contractor whose proposal provides the lowest reasonable, realistic total price for the non-option work items plus travel costs.

The Government may award a contract to someone other than the low-price offeror if the proposal prices are not realistic, reasonable, and balanced, or if the offeror is not determined to be capable, responsible, and responsive to the requirements identified herein.

VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS

Veterans Employment Emphasis for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contracts

In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

U.S. Department of Labor Veterans employment: www.vets.gov/ Federal veteran employment information: www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS): http://www.dol.gov/vets/ Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/ U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index:

wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html Hiring Our Heroes initiative: www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes Guide to Hiring Veterans:

www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/docs/white_house_business_council_-_guide_to_hiring_veterans_0.pdf

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PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE DL

Options may be exercised no later than April 24, 2017.

Tug D.L. Billmaier Repairs Item # Item Description Qty Unit Unit Price Total Price 0001 Drydock and Undock Vessel 1 Job 0002 Clean Hull for Visual Inspection 1 Job 0003 Spot Blast and Paint Hull 0003A First 100 sq. ft. 100 SF 0003B Over 100 sq. ft. 150 SF 0004 Draft Marking and Name 1 Job 0005 Open and Recondition Sea Chests &

Valves 1 Job

0006 Repair Skeg void leak 1 Job 0007 Install Bow Wing Fenders 1 Job 0008 Inspect Transducer Well and Replace

Transducer 1 Job

0009 Bore out Rudder Tube and install new rudder bushing

1 Job

Total of D.L.B. Base Items 0010 Option 1- Additional Lay Days 1 Job

Total of D.L.B. Option One 1 0011 Option 2- Paint and Inspect Anchor

Chain 1 Job

Total of D.L.B. Option Two 2 0012 Option 3- Replace Deck Hatch Covers with aluminum hatches

5 EA

Total of D.L.B. Option Three 3 Total of ALL D.L.B. Optional Items

Total of D.L.B. Base and Optional Items

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE HJ

Derrick barge HJ Schwartz Item # Item Description Qty Unit Unit Price Total Price 0013 Drydock and Undock Vessel 1 Job 0014 Clean Hull for Visual Inspection 1 Job 0015 Recondition Spuds 1 Job 0016 Install Rub Rail and Side Fenders on

Stern 1 Job

0017 Install 6” Angle on transition from stern plate to the vertical aft plate

1 Job

0018 Blast and Paint Crane Machinery Exterior

1 Job

0019 Blast and Paint Lower Main Deck with Non-skid paint

1 Job

0020 Replace Dented Plating on Stern 1 Job Total of H.J.S. Base Items

0021 Option 4- Add Additional Support to Crane machinery House Roof

1 Job

Total of H.J.S Option Four 4

0022 Option 5- Replace Aft Skegs with ¾” material

1 Job

Total of H.J.S Option Five 5 0023 Option 6- Replace deck hatch covers with aluminum hatches

13 EA

Total of H.J.S Option Six 6 0024 Option 7- Repair 5 bent gusset in lower port side storage area.

1 Job

Total of H.J.S Option Seven 7 0025 Option 8- Remove two closed chock and cut open.

1 Job

Total of H.J.S Option Eight 8 0026 Option 9- Paint Derrick Barge Name

Boards 1 Job

Total of H.J.S Option Nine 9

0027 Option 10- Additional Lay Days 1 Job Total of H.J.S Option Ten 10

Total of ALL H.J.S Optional Items Total of H.J.S. Base and Optional Items

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE SCOW

SCOW BC- 6276 Work Items 0028 Drydock and Undock Vessel 1 Job

0029 Clean Hull for Visual Inspection 1 Job

Total of Scow BC Base Items 0030 Option 11- Replace Two (2) Skegs 1 Job

Total of Scow BC 6276 Option Eleven 11 0031 Option 12- Replace Three Corners 1 Job

Total of Scow BC 6276 Option Twelve 12

0032 Option 13- Replace Steel Decking Material

1 Job

Total of Scow BC 6276 Option Thirteen 13 0033 Option 14- Additional Lay Days 1 Job

Total of Scow BC 6276 Option Fourteen 14 Total of ALL Scow BC 6276 Optional Items

Total of Scow BC 6276 Base and Optional Items

TOTAL COST

SCOPE OF WORK

SP-1 Description

The work to be done under this Contract consists of furnishing all labor, material, equipment, supplies, facilities, and services required, and performing the work described herein for repairing the Tug D.L Billmaier, Derrick Barge H.J. Schwartz, and Scow BC-6276 in strict accordance with provided specifications for Repair and Alteration of Vessels.

SP-2 EVALUATION FACTORS

SP-2.1 The Tug D.L Billmaier, Derrick Barge H.J. Schwartz, and Scow BC-6276 will be delivered to and returned from the Contractor’s shipyard by the Government. The cost of transporting the plant (Tug, Crane Barge and scow) will be considered in the evaluations to determine the lowest cost to the government of qualified proposals. The cost to transport is $283.00 per round trip nautical mile from and to the USACE Vessel Yard at 100 Ship Lane, Duluth

MN 55802.

SP-3 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK

SP-3.1 The government will deliver the plant to the Contractor in open water clear of the Contractor’s yard as close as is practical to the time agreed to by both parties to the contract.

SP-3.2 The contractor shall be required to commence work under the Contract within one working day after delivery of the plant to him. Prosecute the work with faithfulness and diligence, and to complete it within the time specified in the proposal. If the Contracting Officer (CO) orders any additional work to be done beyond that called for by these specifications and/or orders any work described and required in these specifications not be done, appropriate adjustments in the time and/or price shall be made. The time stated for completion is to include final cleanup of the plant.

SP-3.3 Upon completion of the work, the Government will accept return of the plant at the point where it was delivered to the Contractor. The date and hour of return of the plant to the Government shall be considered to be the time of the completion of the work, subject to the provision under FINAL EXAMINATION AND ACCEPTANCE contract agreement.

SP-3.4 Any tug or pilot services required between open water and the drydock, slip, or berth at the Contractor’s yard shall be promptly furnished by the Contractor at his expense. Use of the Tug D.L Billmaier, Derrick Barge H.J. Schwartz, and Scow by the Contractor for these services is prohibited.

SP-3.5 For the purposes of preparing proposals the Contractor shall assume the following schedule. Contract award for the base will be no later than 24 March 2017. Options may be exercised no later than 24 April 2017.

Government floating plant will be delivered to the contractor no later than 03 April 2017. Required contract completion date will be 28 April 2017.

SP-4 OPTIONAL ITEMS OF WORK

SP-4.1 The Government will evaluate the Base contract only exclusive of Options. Items of work designated in the specifications, price schedule, and in the schedule of quantities and prices in the Contract as "Optional" are to be performed only to the extent required by the Government as determined by the Contracting Officer (CO). The Contractor shall perform the work included in any or all of such items as directed and shall be paid therefore at the rates appearing in the schedule of quantities and prices as applicable to the amount of work performed. The Government is under no obligation to require the performance of any such items of work.

SP-4.2 Optional items shall include all necessary costs to perform the work. The optional work shall include any additional dry dock time or expenses and shall be incidental to that optional item.

SP-5 DIMENSIONS OF PLANTS

The approximate physical dimensions and physical data of the plants covered by these specifications are as follows:

Tug DL Billmaier Type of Plant Sea-going Tug Length, overall 108-ft. 5-in.

Max Beam - Including Guard Rails 30-ft. 6-in.

Max Height - Exclusive of Mast, Antenna, Etc. 37-ft, 0-in.

Full-Load Displacement 346 Tons Light-Load Displacement 286 Tons Depth, amidships, molded 13-ft. 7-in.

Draft, light 12-ft Horse Power 2,200-hp Construction Steel, Welded

Derrick Barge Schwartz Type of Plant Crane Barge Length, overall 150-ft.

Max Beam - Including Guard Rails 48-ft.

Depth at Center Line 11.5-ft Depth at Center Line 11-ft Displacement (FW) 1307.64 L.T.

Vertical Clearance 58-ft. 3in. ABV Base line Construction Steel, Welded

SCOW BC-6276

Type of Plant Barge Length, overall 120-ft.

Max Beam - Including Guard Rails 33-ft.

Max Height 10.5-ft.

Displacement 350 Tons Draft, light 3-ft Construction Steel, welded

SP-6 DRAWINGS & PHOTOS

Each item will contain applicable drawings and photos as needed. If hard copies are needed they are available at US Army Corps of Engineers, Duluth Area Office, 600 South Lake Avenue, Duluth MN 55802. Point of Contact for the drawings is Corey Weston (218-349-9179). Additional sets of the above listed drawings and these specifications will be furnished to the successful Contractor without charge upon request.

SP-6.1 Interested parties are encouraged and expected to inspect the site where the Tug, Derrick Barge, and Scow are located, at the USACE Vessel Yard, 100 Ship Lane, Duluth MN 55802. Site visits may be arranged during normal duty hours by contacting:

Name: Mr. Corey Weston Telephone: (218) 349-9179 Email: Corey.Weston@usace.army.mil

SP-7 SHIFTING, ALTERATIONS, ETC.

Should the removal or shifting of any parts of the plant or it’s fittings, stores, fuel, water, etc., be necessary for carrying out the repairs specified, the same shall be done by the Contractor at his expense and all such removals shall be subsequently replaced and any damage or loss resulting from such removal or shifting or replacement shall be made good by the contractor at his expense. Should any portion of the plant's structure, housing, fixtures, or equipment require alteration in order to carry out the work, the Contractor shall make such alterations at his expense.

SP-8 CUTTING

All edges and corners of plates and shapes shall be smooth and free of burrs. The use of a cutting torch is permissible for cutting plates and shapes to size. The burning of plate holes shall not be permitted. Prior to any hot work, a clean and gas-free environment shall be present.

SP-9 WELDER AND WELDING

SP-9.1 All welding done under this contract shall be done only by welders who have successfully passed the qualification test of the American Bureau of Shipping. Welding certificates/qualifications shall be provided to the onsite Government Quality Assurance prior to any welding.

SP-9.2 The electrodes used throughout the work shall be received on the job in unbroken packages bearing the manufacturer’s label or be otherwise marked.

SP-9.3 Assembly of all welded joints before welding shall be such as to secure proper gaps in butt welds and metal to metal content on fillet welds. Welding shall not be used to close openings larger than stipulated for each plate thickness by the American Bureau of Shipping. Surfaces to be welded shall be free from paint, oils, scale, etc.

SP-9.4 Welding procedures, as to direction, length, number and sequences of beads shall be carefully planned so as to minimize locked up stresses.

SP-9.5 All welding is to conform to specifications set up by the American Welding Society.

SP-9.6 Prior to any hot work, a clean and gas-free environment shall be present.

SP-9.7 Contractor shall follow the American Welder Society welding specifications. This standard specification and general requirements shall be followed and documented to satisfy the Government, USCG and ABS Inspectors.

Gas plugs Sch80 couplings shall be used, coupling/plugs shall be at the lowest point. Plugs shall be fastened with anti-seize. Contractor shall use appropriate size plug/coupling for the repairs.

SP-10 COATINGS

SP-10.1 Paint systems must be approved by the Contracting Officer’s representative prior to any coating applications. Paint systems shall be those of a reputable manufacturer of marine coatings of a premium grade, and suitable for fresh water service. Paint shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s standards or recommendations for proper applications. All coatings shall be delivered to the work site in sealed containers. Each container shall show: Name of manufacturer, name of paint, formula of paint, batch number and date of manufacturer (not coded). The paint shall be thoroughly mixed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

All painting shall be done during daylight hours, and then only when atmospheric conditions will permit proper curing and bonding. Scaffolds or other means shall be provided for use of personnel in blasting and painting operations. No paint shall be applied until the surfaces to be coated have been inspected by the Government’s Quality Assurance Representative and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and in no case shall paint be applied over damp, oily, or greasy surfaces nor over any foreign substances.

SP-10.2 ASTM F 718-99 Standards for Shipbuilders and Marine Coatings Product/Data Procedure Sheet.

Contractor shall prime and paint with epoxy paint and primer applicable to the type of surface which is to be painted. This project will require multiple areas with paint including Underwater and Hull Coatings, Deck, Crane Machinery Housing, and several more. The Contractor will then apply 3 coats of paint to each area/spot with paint as detailed below unless otherwise noted:

Exterior Hull/Spud/Spudwell Coating (includes areas where repairs are done):

1. Surface Preparation: Surface shall be prepared to SSPC-SP6/SP7 requirements based on existing conditions.

2. Base coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: Black 17038

3. Second Coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent.

Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: Black 17038

4. Final Coat (Entire spud shall be coated): Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 HS or equivalent, minimum: 2mils.

Color: Black 17038

5. NOTE: Contractor shall repaint yellow safety marks on spuds.

Interior Hull Coatings (includes areas where repairs are done):

1. Surface Preparation: Surface shall be prepared to SSPC-SP6/SP7 requirements based on existing conditions.

2. Base coat: Sherwin Williams SeaGuard Universal Primer or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly. Final

Dry film Thickness Minimum: 2.5-3.5Mils, Color: Depends on existing interior Color. Must be preapproved by government representative.

3. Second Coat (Stripe Coat): Sherwin Williams SeaGuard 1000 or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly.

Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 2.0 – 3.0 Mils, Color: Depends on existing interior Color. Must be preapproved by government representative.

Deck Coating (includes areas where repairs are done)

1. Surface Preparation: Surface shall be prepared to SSPC-SP6/SP7 requirements based on existing conditions.

2. Base coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: Grey

3. Second Coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent.

Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: Grey

4. Third Coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B with 36-mesh

Garnet Grit, 0.3lb/sq.ft-Red or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: Deck Red 10076

5. Final Coat: Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 HS or equivalent, minimum: 2mils. Color: Dark red 10076

Crane Machinery House Roof, Crane Exterior Deck at Door Locations, Operators Cab, Back Leg, Jib, Ladder, Ladder Cage, Crane Railings, A-Frame, and other associated components

1. Surface Preparation: All roof surfaces shall be prepared to SSPC-SP6 requirements. Integrity of substrate must be maintained at all times. Abrasive blasting with water will be acceptable to meet the SSPC-SP6 requirement.

Sides and remaining structure shall be prepared with to SSPC-SP6/SP7 requirements based on existing conditions.

2. Base coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: Red

3. Second Coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent.

Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 6 Mils, Color: White (Crane House and Operators Cab), Black for Back leg and A-Frame Structure)

4. Third Coat: Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 HS or equivalent, minimum: 2mils. Color: Old Ivory 17855 (Crane House and Operators Cab), Color: Black 17038 (A-Back leg and Frame Structure)

NOTE: Railings and ladder are to painted yellow. If the ladder is to be removed for painting, contractor shall provide ladder access to crane.

Deck Fittings, vents, cofferdams, sewage valve/piping, winch wire rope guards, safety zones, and other associated components

1. Surface Preparation: Surface shall be prepared to SSPC-SP6/SP7 requirements based on existing conditions.

2. Base coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent. Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 5 Mils, Color: Red

3. Second Coat: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent.

Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 5 Mils, Color: Grey

5. Third Coat: Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 HS or equivalent, minimum: 2mils. Color: Yellow 13655

Draft Marks and Vessel Names

1. Draft Markings above water: Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 HS or equivalent on top of existing painted surface, minimum: 2mils. Color: White 27880

2. Hull Markings below water: Sherwin Williams Seaguard 6000 Epoxy N11B400 Part A & N11V400 Part B or equivalent top of existing painted surface. Product to be applied uniformly. Final Dry film Thickness Minimum: 2 Mils, Color: White 27880

SP-10.3 The Contractor shall ensure sufficient drying and curing time will be allowed for between coats and before the vessel is floated. They must adhere to the manufacturers specifications. The Contractor shall furnish a reasonable dry film thickness gauge and take random measurements in the presence of the Government Quality Assurance Representative, to demonstrate specified paint film thickness are achieved for each coat of paint. Random measurements is defined as 10 tests minimum.

SP 10.4 All weld areas that were directly or indirectly worked on must be preserved with the required coatings.

Areas behind, adjacent, or damaged during the welding procedure shall be cleaned and be repainted as necessary.

This may include removing and reinstalling insulation where applicable. Q/A-Coated areas shall have: surface preparation accomplished by certified blasters; coatings applied by certified painters: test and inspection records maintained in accordance with key checkpoints signed off by certified coating inspectors.

SP-11 SAND BLASTING

Contractor will blast surfaces with media to white metal or as otherwise specified. Surfaces shall be prepared in accordance with the associated coating reference. Surface preparation shall precede paint application by the shortest practical interval. Contractor will be responsible for all media containment and clean-up. After sand blasting, the contractor shall ensure that the exterior/exposed crane wire rope and all floating platforms are hosed off with water before departing the dry dock.

SP-12 Confined Space and Compartment Ventilation

All confined spaces or spaces that welding is performed or accessed, must be ventilated as per EM385 Safety and Health Requirements Manual.

SP-13 DISPOSITION OF SCRAP AND SALVAGEABLE MATERIAL

All items designated as scrap resulting from the work shall become the property of the Contractor. This shall not apply to salvageable items ordered to remain property of the Government, which shall be loaded and returned to the Government on truck or on board the vessel as directed. The determination of whether or not an item is salvageable shall rest with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) if not stated in the specifications.

SP-14 CLEANLINESS ABOARD PLANT

The Contractor shall keep working areas clean and shall clean up such working areas to a condition "as found prior to commencement of work." This may require surfaces to be wiped down and/or mopped. The Contractor shall install protective covering and protect craft’s equipment, components and electrical cables during work accomplished in this work item. Remove protective covering upon completion of work. The Contractor shall at all time refrain from marring, marking, or defacing any portion of the interior of the vessel. Any such marring, marking, or defacing shall be restored to its original condition by and at the expense of the Contractor prior to acceptance of the plant by the Government as provided under Paragraph SP-18 Final Examination and Acceptance.

SP-15 SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE CONTRACTOR WITHOUT FURTHER COST

The Contractor shall furnish without further cost to the Government the services listed below.

SP-15.1 The Contractor shall furnish and connect a temporary auxiliary electric power supply to permit lighting and ventilation of holds, machinery spaces, quarters, the galley, and for the operation of necessary deck and auxiliary machinery of the Tug D.L Billmaier, Derrick Barge H.J. Schwartz, and Scow while it is in his possession.

SP-15.2 The Contractor shall furnish crane service to place stores and other Government equipment aboard the vessels and to remove supplies and equipment from the vessels. Crane services shall be provided at times mutually agreeable to the Contractor and the Contracting Officer (CO).

SP-15.3 The contractor shall furnish gangways or other access means to allow personnel to enter and exit the decks of the Tug D.L Billmaier, Derrick Barge H.J. Schwartz, and Scow while in drydock. In addition temporary railing shall be installed around the perimeter of the decks to prevent personnel from falling off the vessels. Railings should conform the requirements of EM 385-1-1.

SP-15.4 Contractor shall develop and provide USACE with a dry dock plan/crib placement drawing in a pdf format prior to dry docking each vessel. Contractor will need to inspect each vessels drawings to ensure the cribbing and supports is placed to safely support the vessels and eliminate damage.

SP-16 INSPECTIONS

SP-16.1 Inspections and tests shall be made at such times and in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer (CO) and there appointed inspector(s). The Contractor shall be required to insure strict compliance with the terms of the contract. Government Quality Assurance Representative is not authorized to change any provision of the specification without written approval of the Contracting Officer (CO), nor shall the presence or absence of an inspector relieve the Contractor from any requirement of the Contract. The contractor shall keep the Contracting Officer (CO) informed of the desired time of all proposed tests or inspections. Trial of machinery shall be conducted by the Contractor at his expense.

SP-16.2 When any workmanship, material or apparatus fails to pass any test or inspection, it shall be fully retested only after all known defects have been eliminated at no additional cost to the Government.

SP-16.3 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers may bring various outside agencies to assist in the inspection of the vessels. (American Bureau of Shipping, Coast Guard, etc.). These inspections will be scheduled to minimize impacts to the Contractors schedules. These inspections will be performed at no cost to the Contractors.

SP-17 MATERIALS

Any materials not specified shall be the best of its kind, suitable for the purpose intended, and subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer (CO). Where sizes, fits, operating characteristics or controls are not specified, they shall be as approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

SP-18 FINAL EXAMINATION AND ACCEPTANCE

As soon as practical after the completion of the entire work as may be designated in the specifications, a thorough examination thereof shall be made by the Contractor in the presence of the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at the site of work. If such work is found to comply fully with the requirements of the Contract it will be accepted by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and final payment will be made in accordance with the Contract article entitled “Payment”. If deficiencies in the work are found they shall be recorded by the Contractor and corrective action shall be made immediately at no additional cost to the Government.

SP-19 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Pre-screening of contractor candidates via E-verify Program: The Contractor must pre-screen candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that all contractors working on the site have two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to entering the information in E-Verify. The vendor must ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. A verification sheet for each verified/eligible contractor candidate must be provided by the awarded contractor to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or the site USACE representative, no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award. (The purpose of using E-Verify is to ensure all contractors are U.S. citizens or documented foreign citizens with authority to work in the United States of America). The COR will forward the verification sheets to the USACE, Detroit District Security Office for validation.

TECHNICAL PROVISIONS (TP) FOR SCHEUDLE ITEMS

TUG DL Billmaier REPAIRS (ITEMS 0001 THRU 0012)

0001 DOCKING AND UNDOCKING

Drydock the vessel to complete all underwater work specified herein including sight and survey, inspection, repairs, and to re-float the vessel upon completion of all work. Provide safe and convenient means of boarding the vessel at all times as detailed below in Platform Access and Egress. This item will include any charges for altering blocks, providing the services specified under paragraph SP-15 SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE CONTRACTOR WITHOUT FURTHER COST TO THE GOVERNMENT, and for the drydock foreman's charge.

Allow a sufficient number of days in drydock to complete the mandatory base contract underwater work. Security service will be provided for the Plant after hours as part of the dry dock service.

Platform Access and Egress: Contractor shall provide hand railed ramp from main deck of vessel to main deck and bottom of the dry dock of scaffold or structural surface. Along the main deck that does not have railings, there shall be lighting on all access and egress points. This will meet the requirements of the EM385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual.

Shore Power: Contractor shall supply a shore power connection including the electrical terminal between the vessel and shore. The Tug DL Billmaier will require: 480V 3 phase 50 amp connection. The power cord must have adequate length to prevent kinking or parting. All parts of the power supply must have proper chaffing at pinch points and bends. This will give the Government the capability to use its electric deck winches and auxiliary power supply’s during shipyard repairs. Contractor shall supply an equivalent/compatible electrical shore connection.

0002 CLEAN HULL FOR VISUAL INSPECTION

The Contractor shall pressure wash the hull, propellers, rudder and any other item of the vessel from the water line down as needed for visual inspection. This effort is to remove all sea growth as well as any zebra mussels that may have attached to the hull and make a better assessment of the condition of the steel hull, rudder, propeller, and sea chests. This pressure wash shall be completed as soon as possible upon entering the drydock. The pressure wash shall be a minimum of 2500 PSI. In addition, the contractor may need to utilize other techniques such as scraping to remove growth and mussels from the hull. Containment and disposal of the water and debris shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Care shall be taken by the contractor not to damage the existing protective paint system, seals, or any other plant features. If damage is occurring to the existing paint or any other feature the Contractor shall immediately notify the Government Quality Assurance Representative and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), suspend the operation, adjust water pressure to minimize damage and resume operation at no additional cost to the Government.

The contractor shall thoroughly perform a visual inspection of the exterior hull plate, welds, seams, etc for corrosion, physical damage, and/or leakage. This shall take place immediately after completion of the pressure wash cleaning to determine the condition of the hull, rudder, propeller, and shaft. Repairs to these items shall be identified by the Contractor in a Conditions Found Report which will be provided to the government. The Contractor will then notify the Government Quality Assurance Representative and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on the condition. The Contractor shall then coordinate the necessary repairs with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and immediately proceed with the repairs when they are approved by the Contracting Officer (CO) with a change order to the contract.

0003 SPOT SANDBLAST AND SPOT PAINT HULL

After completion of the water pressure wash the Contractor shall identify locations on the hull that require repairs to the existing protective coating system. The Contractor will then notify the Government Quality Assurance Representative and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) of these areas/spots. The Contractor shall then begin blasting operations to repair the protective coating system.

The Contractor shall perform sandblasting operations in accordance with specification section SP-11. Blasting shall be performed as necessary to properly prepare the surfaces per the requirements in specification section SP-10. If all coating is required to be removed the surface shall be blasted to a near-white metal cleaned surface. When viewed without magnification it shall be free of all visible oil, grease, dust, dirt, mill scale, rust, coating, oxides, corrosion products, and other foreign matter. The use of extension pipes for sandblasting shall be done from above when working on the sides of the vessel, with blast nozzles pointed downward to minimize the spread of sand to the upper portion of the vessel. Existing paint systems damaged by sandblasting overspray shall be repaired at no additional cost to the Government.

The vessel is to be free of media and debris prior to painting. The Contractor shall ensure that the removal and disposal of the media shall be in accordance with all applicable Local, State, and Federal regulations. Any removal and re-installation of the ships rubber fenders associated with sandblasting and painting of the ship’s hull surface will be the Contractor’s responsibility. All ventilating air inlets to the tug shall be secured so that no sandblast grit or debris enters the tug. Particular attention shall be paid to the air inlets for the main engine and engine room. Paint systems damaged by sandblasting overspray shall be repaired at no additional cost to the Government.

Immediately upon completion of sandblasting operations, the Contractor shall notify the Government’s Quality Assurance Representative and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to review the areas/spots for proper paint preparation. The Contractor will then apply coating per specification section SP-10.

004 Draft Markings and Vessel Name

All draft marks, legends, names and plimsoll lines on the bow, midship and stern shall be pressure water cleaned and painted with white paint per specification section SP-10.

0005 OPEN AND RECONDITION SEA CHESTS & VALVES

There are three (3) sea chests on the Tug Billmaier below the water line that need close inspection. The (3) sea chests are: UPPER (Starboard) sea chest, LOWER (center) sea chest, and GENERAL SERVICE (Port) sea chest.

All three sea chests (UPPER, LOWER and GENERAL SERVICE) shall be opened up, cleaned, and the encased piping and valves shall be inspected. Each valve shall be re-furbished to a satisfactory condition.

Satisfactory condition means that the valves function correctly and there are no leaks in the chests or valves. Rusted areas shall be sanded to white metal and repainted to prevent future rusting in a marine environment. Deteriorated fasteners and/ or valve parts shall be replaced as necessary. If any significant damage is found to the sea chest piping or valves that requires replacement, the Contractor shall notify the replacement work to the Government’s Quality Assurance Representative and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Any necessary replacement work will be subject to a change order when the extent of work is known. The change order will only be executed by the Contracting Officer (CO).

0006 Repair Skeg Void Leak

There is currently a leak along the skeg void of the Tug Billmaier. It is estimated that the crack will require 12” of weld. Once the Tug is in drydock the contractor shall inspect the area and repair the leak. The contractor shall weld, sand blast, and paint as needed to complete the item. Refer to specification sections SP-9, SP-10, and SP-11 for additional details.

0007 Install Bow Wing Fenders

The government will supply the contractor with three new bow mount fenders and mounting chain. The contractor will need to mount and install each fender on the face of the bow. The top two (2) fender details: Pre-curved 10FT length 10" O.D. X 4" I.D, WITH 2.5" X 16" BASE with 5/8” Galvanized Chain. The lower fender details: Pre-curved 14FT length 10" O.D. X 4" I.D, WITH 2.5" X 16" BASE with 5/8" Galvanized Chain. The contractor may use the existing anchor points or may elect to replace the existing anchors with new anchor brackets. Once complete the fenders shall be tightened so chain and fenders are held tight against the bow of the tug to eliminate movement.

All areas scratched or disturbed from installing the fenders must be repainted in accordance with specification section SP-10.

See Figure 1 Existing Fender Condition.

*Note: Figure 1 only shows two of the three fenders. The third is absent from the photo.

0008 Inspect Transducer Well and Replace Transducer

The contractor shall clean and inspect the transducer well for damage or corrosion to the steel well. If any significant damage is found to the transducer steel well, the Contractor will notify the Government’s Quality Assurance Representative and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) of these repairs. Any necessary repairs will be subject to a change order when the extent of repairs is known. The change order will only be executed by the Contracting Officer (CO).

Once inspected the contractor shall replace the transducer with a government furnished transducer with associated cords. The contractor will be required to remove the existing transducer, cords and associated parts and replace with a new transducer, cords, and associated parts. The contractor will be required to run the cords up to the wheel house and shall provide all the necessary materials and labor to install the Government furnished equipment mentioned above. The cords shall tie into the display installed in the vessel’s main steering station. When completed with this replacement, the Contractor is to ensure a fully functional transducer that can be monitored remotely in the wheelhouse. The install of the Government furnished equipment shall be inspected by the Government’s Quality Assurance Representative.

0009 Bore Out Rudder Tube and Install New Rudder Bushing

Currently the rudder post is leaking when the Tug is underway. It was determined in the previous 2011 shipyard that the rudder post tube was oblong shaped. This appeared to be causing the leakage.

In this contract, the contractor will be required to remove the existing rudder nut, rudder, rudder shaft, rudder bushing, rudder thrust roller bearing , and other applicable parts so the rudder post tube, rudder post, & bushing can be measured and thoroughly inspected. The contractor will determine the existing shape and condition of the items and report the results to the Contracting Officers Representative in a Conditions Found Report. Following the inspection, the rudder post will need to be bored out to restore a perfect cylindrical shape. The contractor will be responsible for coordinating all boring efforts. Once the rudder tube is restored to the cylindrical shape, the contractor will need to provide a new Thordon bushing or equivalent to be installed in the rudder tube between the rudder post and rudder tube. The contractor shall determine the new dimension of the bushing based on the new bored dimension. When installed the new bushing shall meet the tolerances of the manufacturer and prevent water from entering the rudder compartment. All areas disturbed by the boring efforts shall be sand blasted and painted as necessary.

The contractor shall utilize drawings in Figure 2 to determine the extent of the boring and rudder reinstallation. The contractor shall also have a supplier capable of supplying the bushing after it is bored out.

Once the work is complete the contract must also provide an updated drawing of the rudder shaft, rudder tube, and other associated parts reflecting the changes made to rudder tube, bushing, and other parts. The drawing must reflect the new dimensions of the rudder tube, bushing, and any additional parts.

See Figure 2 Rudder Stock Drawings for drawings of the rudder assembly.

0010 Option 1 Additional Lay Days for Tug

If ordered by the Contracting Officer (CO), provide costs for 5 additional lay days in the drydock to perform work which cannot be completed within the time needed for completion of the contract work, and which may be required in addition to that specified. This item is to include the drydock foreman’s charge, and services specified under paragraph SP-15 SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE CONTRACTOR WITHOUT FURTHER COST TO

THE GOVERNMENT.

0011 Option 2 Paint and Inspect Anchor Chain

The contractor shall lay out and inspect the Tug Billmaier’s anchor chain. The contractor shall check for any deficiencies with the chains. If issues are discovered the contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Once inspection is complete the contractor shall pressure wash the anchor chain and repaint per specification section SP-10.

0012 Option 3 Replace Hatch Covers

The Contractor is to remove and replace five (5) existing steel hatch covers and associated deck rings and replace with new aluminum hatch covers and deck rings. The existing hatch dimensions are 20”x28” and the new hatches will be replaced with new 20”x28” hatches. The forepeak hatch shall contain the following features: aluminum, no hinge, Baier Hatches or Equivalent – Watertight, flush mount with galvanized deck ring, with hex center bolt. The Contractor is to provide all the materials, labor, welding, and expertise to ensure the five new hatches replaced are fully functional, operational, and water tight prior to re-sailing of the vessel. The four aft hatches shall contain the following features:

steel, no hinge, Baier Hatches or Equivalent – Watertight, flush mount with galvanized deck ring, with hex center bolt.

The Contractor is to provide all the materials, labor, welding, and expertise to ensure the four new hatches replaced are fully functional, operational, and water tight prior to re-sailing of the vessel. The areas around the hatch must be repainted per section SP-10.

See Figure 3 Billmaier Existing Hatch Covers for photos of the existing hatch covers and locations.

DERRICKBARGE SCHWARTZ REPAIRS (ITEMS 0013 THRU 0027)

0013 DOCKING AND UNDOCKING

Drydock the vessel to complete all underwater work specified herein including sight and survey, inspection, repairs, and to re-float the vessel upon completion of all work. Contractor shall ensure sea chest inlet is accessible for inspection once cribbing is installed. Provide safe and convenient means of boarding the vessel at all times as detailed below in Platform Access and Egress. This item will include any charges for altering blocks, providing the services specified under paragraph SP-15 SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE CONTRACTOR WITHOUT FURTHER COST TO THE GOVERNMENT, and for the drydock foreman's charge. Allow a sufficient number of days in drydock to complete the mandatory base contract underwater work. Security service will be provided for the Plant after hours as part of the dry dock service.

Platform Access and Egress: Contractor shall provide hand railed ramp from main deck of vessel and bottom of the dry dock to main deck of scaffold or structural surface. Along the main deck that does not have railings the contractor shall install temporary railings. In addition there shall be lighting on all access and egress points. This will meet the requirements of the EM385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual.

Shore Power: Contractor shall supply a shore power connection including the electrical terminal between the vessel and shore. The HJ Schwartz will require: 480V 3 phase 100 amp connection. The power cord must have adequate length to prevent kinking or parting. All parts of the power supply must have proper chaffing at pinch points and bends. This will give the Government the capability to use its electric deck winches and auxiliary power supply’s during shipyard repairs. Contractor shall supply an equivalent/compatible electrical shore connection.

0014 CLEAN HULL FOR VISUAL INSPECTION

The Contractor shall pressure wash the hull, skegs, and any other item of the vessel from the water line down as needed for visual inspection. This effort is to remove all sea growth as well as any zebra mussels that may have attached to the hull and make a better assessment of the condition of the steel hull, rudder, propeller, and sea chests.

This pressure wash shall be completed as…