B.08W9127N19R0059P0004.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The reason for this amendment is to revise w ork item 5.38 - Cross Flood Tank including Air & CO2 Coating. Changes are dictated in red text.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 04-Sep-2019

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W9127N19R0059

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

16-Jul-2019

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

04-Sep-2019

CODE

USACE PORTLAND DISTRICT

333 SW 1ST AVE

PORTLAND OR 97204-3440

W9127N 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

SHIP REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, AND OVERHAUL FOR THE USACE HOPPER DREDGE YAQUINA

1.0 GENERAL.

In accordance with the Master Agreement for Repair and Alteration of Vessels (“Master Agreement”), the Contractor shall furnish all management, supervision, labor, subcontracting services of manufacturer’s representatives and all facilities, utilities, equipment, tools, lubricants, fuels, materials and articles (excluding Government furnished property) necessary to fully execute the overhaul and repair of the dredge Yaquina hereinafter referred to as the vessel. Contractor shall perform to the standards in the contract and comply with all Local, State, and Federal Regulations during the services performed.

Category A: Mandatory Items

Tasks described in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) as Category A Items are within the scope of this job order and must be performed.

Category B: Additional Items

Tasks described in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) as Category B Items, are within the scope of this job order and may be added to this job order on an “as needed” basis via a firm-fixed-priced change order.

1.1 Description of Vessel

USACE YAQUINA is a trailing arm suction Hopper Dredge built in 1980. It has the following characteristics:

Length Overall 200 Feet Length B.P. 188 Feet Beam Molded 58 Feet Beam Overall (With Drag Arms Lowered) 70 Feet Registered Gross Tonnage 2,001 Long Tons Normal Light, Draft Forward 6’-7” Normal Light, Draft Aft 10’-3” Class ABS Loadline

1.2 Vendor Capability and Capacity

Vendor shall possess the organization and facilities to perform the work satisfactorily. The facilities shall be subject to inspection at any time by the Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), or designated-in-writing by the KO as a Government Representative (e.g. Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE).

Site visits are to ensure that any requirement set forth in the PWS is continuously met.

1.3 Period of Performance

The anticipated period of performance (POP) shall start after the performance and payment bonds have been accepted by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall make its Shipyard Availability from December 16, 2019 through March 02, 2020, and shall maintain the vessel on drydock for a minimum of 30 continuous days and in wet berth for a minimum of 48 days during the POP. The Government will delivery the vessel to the Contractor no later than December 16, 2019.

The Contractor shall commence work identified under Category A immediately upon delivery of the vessel and complete the work, including dock and sea trials, prior to redelivering the vessel to the Government. The final delivery date is no later than February 17, 2020.

The period of performance for Category B items, if added to this job order, shall run concurrently with the above stated period of performance.

2.0 DEFINITIONS.

Throughout this contract, terms are defined as follows:

Contracting Officer (KO): Government employee who is authorized to enter into, administer and / or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Government employee who has been authorized in writing as the COR by the CO, acting within the limits of their authority.

Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE): Government employees responsible for checking Contractor’s performance.

Regulatory Bodies – Include American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), United States Coast Guard (USCG) and other agencies having jurisdictions on certain matters, such as United States Public Health Service (USPHS).

Vessel’s Crew – Government employees assigned to work on the vessel YAQUINA.

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY LIST

Government furnished property (GFP) shall be supplied as indicated below. Refer to FAR 52.245-1, 252.211-7007 and 252.245-7001 to 7004 for terms and conditions governing GFP.

Contractor shall provide transportation for all GFP to and from the U.S. Moorings Logistics Warehouse located at 8010 NW Saint Helens Road, Portland, OR 97210. Warehouse normal working hours are between 0800-1600 hours, Monday through Friday except Federal Holidays. Deliveries or pick-up outside of normal hours shall not be allowed without specific prior approval by the COR. Contractor shall notify the COR in advance at least 48 hours prior to any scheduled pick-up or delivery. The GFP loading at the Government Moorings shall be supplied by the Government. Handling at the Contractor’s facility shall be supplied by the Contractor.

PROPOSED LIST OF GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP)

Name Quantity Dollar Value

(Per Unit) Model Number

Serial Number

Manufacturer;

Manufacturing

Date

Paragraph Reference in PWS

Hub Anodes 2 $ 80 N/A N/A Hundested

Propeller A/S 5.5

Sluice Valve (20”) 1 $ 24,373

RR 050 03-08-

N/A

IHC Systems B.V.

5.12

Sliding Piece Fit- Up

2 $ 20,000 N/A N/A DTC / IHC 5.14

Hopper Door Operating Rod

1 $ 15,000 N/A N/A DTC / IHC 5.16

Lifting Assembly 1 $ 5,000 N/A N/A USACE 5.19.2 Controllable Pitch Propeller Blades – Left Hand (LH) Starboard

(Set)

$ 30,000 70V401 N/A Hundested

Propeller A/S 5.20.1

Controllable Pitch Propeller Blades – Right Hand (RH) Port

(Set)

$ 30,000 70H402 N/A Hundested

Propeller A/S 5.20.1

Tailshaft / Hub Assembly, LH

1 $ 200,000 70V401 N/A Hundested

Propeller A/S 5.20.3

Tailshaft Hub Assembly, RH

1 $ 200,000 70H402 N/A Hundested

Propeller A/S 5.20.3

Bearing Set 1 $ 80,000 862X N/A Johnson-Duramax 5.20.4 Rudder Stock 1 $ 25,000 N/A N/A USACE 5.22.1

Rudder Blade 1 $ 100,000 N/A N/A

Norfolk Shipbuilding &

Drydock Corporation

(NORSHIPCO)

5.22.1

Motor (20 hp) 1 $ 1,000 701902-53 N/A Reliance Electric 5.23.6 Main Propulsion Control MCH-ES2

8 $ 7,276 5040-1042 N/A Prime Mover Controls Inc.

5.34

Bow Thruster Control MCH-ES

3 $ 5,000 5040-1000 N/A Prime Mover Controls Inc.

5.34

Shaft Knives 2 $ 5,000 N/A N/A Hundested Propeller

5.45

Passageway Door 2 $22,193 N/A N/A ADI Technologies, Inc.

5.48

Vestibule Door 1 $22,010 N/A N/A ADI Technologies, Inc.

5.48

Refrigerated Stores Door

1 $19,578 N/A N/A ADI

Technologies, Inc.

5.48

Companionway Door

1 20,280 N/A N/A ADI

Technologies, Inc.

5.48

4.0 CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS.

4.1 General Statement

The Contractor shall furnish all management, supervision, labor, subcontracting services of manufacturer’s representatives and all facilities, utilities, equipment, tools, lubricants, fuels, materials and articles (excluding GFP) necessary to fully execute the overhaul and repair of the vessel. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in the contract and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations during the services performed.

4.1.1 American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) / United States Coast Guard (USCG) Approved Material / Equipment

Contractor shall ensure that all furnished materials and equipment used for repairs to, replacement of, or installation of new items, comply with all applicable ABS/USCG requirements.

4.1.2 Spare Parts / Tooling / Equipment

Contractor shall not use the vessel’s spare parts, materials, tools, or equipment (excluding list in paragraph 3.0) for the repair, replacement, or installation of new items unless specifically approved in writing by the COR or QAE. If vessel spare parts, materials, tools or equipment are approved for Contractor use, the Contractor shall replace any/all materials and/or damaged tooling or equipment at no cost to the Government.

4.2 Facility Requirements

Prior to contract award, Contractor is to request COR inspection and approval of wet berth and drydock facilities for suitability of use as detailed below.

4.2.1 Pier and Wet Berth

At a minimum, wet berth facilities shall meet the following criteria:

4.2.1.1 20’ mean low water depth;

4.2.1.2 250’ between fore and aft tie off kevels;

4.2.1.3 50’ x 16’ clear lay down area on the pier adjacent to the vessel; and

4.2.1.4 Documented pier live load capacities, not less than those prescribed in AASHTO H15-44, certified by a Professional Engineer.

4.2.1.5 If the Contractor does not have a 50’ x 16’ clear lay down area on the pier adjacent to the vessel, Contractor shall state so and propose an alternate location. Contractor shall be responsible for providing all material handling equipment and operators to transfer shipboard equipment / materials to and from the vessel to the lay down area.

4.2.2 Drydock

At a minimum, drydock facility shall meet the following criteria:

4.2.2.1 Lift capacity of 2,001 long tons;

4.2.2.2 Clearance width at drydock floor of 70’-0”; and

4.2.2.3 Keel block height between 4’0” and 7’0”.

4.2.3 Utilities / Hookups

Contractor shall provide Electricity, Steam, Compressed Air, Sanitation, Internet and Potable Water (Paragraphs

5.2.5 to 5.2.9) for the duration the vessel is at the Contractor’s shipyard. Contractor shall make reasonable effort to establish utilities in a timely manner. Under no circumstance shall utility hookup be delayed for longer than 12 hours after vessel arrival at the Contractor’s shipyard. All utilities shall be provided without interruption, 24 hours a day, for the duration ordered. Disconnection / connection of utility services are covered under Paragraphs 5.2.1 and 5.2.3.

4.2.4 Plant Protection

Contractor shall protect the Government plant in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.237-2 (Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment and Vegetation). In addition, when the vessel is in the custody of the Contractor or in drydock, and the temperature is expected to reach 35°F or lower, the Contractor shall take all necessary steps to keep all hoses, pipe lines, fixtures, traps, tanks and other receptacles on the vessel from freezing, and protect the stern tube and propeller hubs from frost damage. Freezing and frost damage caused by the Contractor’s negligence shall be immediately repaired by the Contractor at their own expense.

4.3 Meetings

4.3.1 Arrival Conference

An arrival conference shall be held in person between the Shipyard Administrators and Government’s COR and Representatives. Arrival conference shall be conducted prior to commencing work and shall be attended by the Contract Administrator, Ship Superintendent, Safety Director, Subcontractors (if requested by Government), COR and ship’s Department Heads. Contractor shall submit a list of all Subcontractors proposed to do work and a brief description of the extent and nature of the work to be performed by each Subcontractor. All submittals stated in Paragraph 4.5 (Submittals) shall be required at this time. An outline of topics for the arrival conference shall be prepared by the COR.

4.3.2 Daily Production Meetings

Daily production control meetings shall be led by the Contractor and held in a conference room at the contractor’s facility at a time and location mutually agreeable between the Contractor and COR.

4.4 Schedules

4.4.1 Preliminary Production Schedule

Within five (5) days prior to the start of work, Contractor shall submit to the COR and Government’s Designated Scheduler, estimated work schedules for all contracted work including subcontracted work, at an agreed upon level of work task detail. Initial information required shall include 1) Task Name, 2) Task Description, 3) Estimated Duration in Days to Complete the Task, 4) Start Date, 5) Finish Date and 6) any tasks that are predecessors or successors to the task. This information will be utilized in a master schedule provided at the Government’s expense that includes all anticipated work to be performed by the Contractor and by Government for the contract duration.

4.4.2 Weekly Production Schedule Update Meeting

The weekly production schedule update meeting shall be held on weekly basis at a location agreeable by all parties. An alternative time may be considered if approved by the COR.

The Contractor shall update the production schedule on a weekly basis reflecting actual progress attained (percentage of work completed for each activity) and identify the current critical path through remaining work activities. Contractor management personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers shall actively participate in developing an accurate production schedule.

The weekly updated production schedule shall be accompanied with a written narrative describing (1) amount of progress on major work items during the reporting period, (2) problems uncovered, (3) known or anticipated delays, and causes thereof, together with the impact on the schedule, and (4) corrective actions taken or planned in connection with the latter. Work reported shall be inclusive of Contractor and subcontractor’s performance and should be coordinated with the COR. The Contractor shall provide a production schedule and written narrative in both a hard copy and electronic copy.

The weekly production schedule update meeting provides an opportunity to discuss progress, problems and forthcoming schedule requirements. If the event the Contractor falls behind the production schedule, the Contractor shall take steps necessary to improve its progress, including those that may be required by the Contracting Officer, without additional cost to the Government. In this circumstance, the Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to increase the number of shifts, overtime operations, days of work, and/or equipment and to submit for approval any supplementary schedule or schedules as the Contracting Officer deems necessary to demonstrate how the approved rate of progress will be regained.

Failure of the Contractor to comply with the requirements of the Contracting Officer shall be grounds for determination by the Contracting Officer that the Contractor is not prosecuting the work with sufficient diligence to ensure completion within the time specified in the job order. Upon making this determination, the Contracting Officer may terminate the Contractor’s right to proceed with the work, or any severable part of it, in accordance with DFARS 252.217-7009, Default.

4.4.3 Corrective Action Plan

In the event that the projected completion date for any work task is unlikely to be met, the government may require the Contractor provide a corrective action plan that details what additional workforce and/or resources will be utilized to resolve the resulting schedule delays.

4.4.4 Category B Work Scheduling

If Category B work is added to the job order, the Contractor shall perform the work within the POP of the job order in paragraph 1.3. The Contractor shall revise the Production Schedule accordingly no later than the following weekly production schedule update meeting.

4.5 Submittals

4.5.1 Pre-Work Submittals

Thirty (30) days after award, Contractor is required to submit the following documents to the COR for review and approval:

Submittal Item Paragraph

Reference in the

PWS

Preliminary Production Schedule 4.4.1 QC Program / Plan 4.6 List of ABS / USCG Qualified Welders with Proof of Certification

4.6.2

Accident Prevention Plan 4.9 Fire Prevention Plan 4.9.1 Crane Certifications (Refer to OSHA Regulations and Section 16 of EM 385-1-1 (USACE – Safety and Health Requirements Manual))

5.1.3

Docking Plan 5.2.1 Security Plan 7.2 AT Level I Awareness Training Certificates 7.3.1 Suspicious Activity Reporting Training Certificates 7.3.3 OPSEC Training Certificates 7.3.4

Verified / Eligible Candidates for E-Verify 7.3.5 Identification of CPARS POC 8.2

4.5.2 Material Submittals

Prior to procurement of materials for use in specified work tasks, Contractor shall submit any required product data, technical specifications, testing information, MSDS, etc… to the COR for review and approval, unless stated otherwise. Contractor assumes all risks for incorporating unapproved materials into work tasks. If unapproved materials are discovered by the COR or QAE during inspection, Contractor shall promptly submit product information for review and approval. If materials are found to be nonconforming to the minimum requirements of the specifications, Contractor shall remove all identified materials and rework at no additional cost to the Government.

4.6 Quality Control (QC) Program

Contractor shall provide and maintain a QC Program acceptable to the Government. At a minimum, it shall include the following:

4.6.0.1 Identify all specification work tasks;

4.6.0.2 Identify and call out all testing and inspection requirements;

4.6.0.3 Sign off procedure for testing and inspection requirements;

4.6.0.4 Sign off procedure by the COR for item completion; and

4.6.0.5 Government property administration.

For all inspections, Contractor shall have assigned QC personnel inspect and approve prior to calling for an inspection by the COR and Regulatory Bodies (where applicable). Notification of a required inspection date and time shall be provided to the COR at least 24 hours prior to the inspection, unless stated otherwise.

For all testing, Contractor shall coordinate the scheduled test date and time with the COR and Regulatory Bodies (where applicable). Notification of a required test schedule shall be provided to the COR at least 24 hours prior to conducting the test, unless stated otherwise.

4.6.1 Workmanship

All work shall be completed in accordance with DFARS 252.217-7005, Inspection and Manner of Doing Work, to the satisfaction of the COR or QAE and representatives of USCG and/or ABS and meet all requirements and regulations of the ABS, USCG, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.

4.6.2 Standards

All design, engineering, modifications, and repairs to the vessel shall be performed in accordance with the criteria set forth in the latest issues of the following standards or regulations:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Manual (EM) 385-1-1, “Safety and Health Requirements Manual.”

Online at: http://www.usace.army.mil/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/toc.htm

USCG, Navigation Rules - Inland/International.

Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) part 1915, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment. (Also found in Occupational Safety and Health Administration publication no. 2268, Shipyard Industry Standards.)

33 C.F.R. chapters I-II.

46 C.F.R. parts 41-69, 90-105, 110-13, 159-65, 170-74.

American Bureau of Shipping, “ABS Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels”

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Standards, Publication No. IEEE-45 – “Recommended Practice for Electrical Installation on Shipboard”

Illuminating Engineering Society, “Recommended Practice for Marine Lighting” National Electric Code (NEC). National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA). National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Any other standards not listed above that are incorporated by reference under the aforementioned standards shall also apply to the work being performed under this contract.

4.6.3 Welders

Welders shall be qualified to the standards established by ABS and/or USCG shall perform all welding accomplished aboard the vessel or on any components intended for installation onboard the vessel.

Contractor shall bear the expense of certifying welding proficiency in the prescribed welding method for all welders assigned to the vessel and shall provide documentation of completed tests to the COR. Where the workmanship of any individual welder indicates a reasonable doubt of the welder’s proficiency, the Contractor shall be required to recertify or reassign the welder prior to that individual conducting additional welding on the vessel. Contractor shall provide welding certifications to the COR.

4.6.4 Inspection Reports / Condition Found Reports (CFRPT)

Contractor shall furnish all CFRPTs to the COR for review and approval, as specified in the work tasks.

Reports shall identify any material discrepancies or work items requiring further review by the COR. Reports shall clearly identify the work item and the nature of the discrepancy. Reports shall be submitted in writing within 48 hours of identifying the item, unless stated otherwise. Upon receipt, the COR shall determine if any further action is necessary. If so, a Request for Proposal (RFP) shall be provided to the Contractor by the CO.

4.6.5 As-Built Drawings

Prior to scheduling final inspection with the COR, Contractor shall furnish draft as-built drawings for additions / alterations, to the COR for review and approval. Drawings shall be IAW ASME Y14.24 (Types and Applications of Engineering Drawings). Drawings shall be submitted as two (2) full- size printed color copies, as well as one (1) electronic version in the native drawing format. Costs for drawings shall be included in individual work tasks.

4.6.6 Provisional Acceptance

Following satisfactory completion of all tests and trials, correction of all "punch list" deficiencies, and receipt of all contract deliverables, the vessel will be provisionally accepted at the shipyard. Departure and delivery of the vessel may not be started until provisional acceptance of the vessel has been made. Payment of the full contract amount, less retainage and any liquidated damages, will be made in accordance with DFARS 252.217-7007, Payments clause.

4.6.7 Final Inspection

Upon completion of all repairs and removal of all Contractor equipment, the COR and the Contractor are to inspect all areas of the vessel to ensure 1) work tasks were completed per the contract, 2) the vessel is clean and free of all Contractor-generated debris and 3) all damaged coatings are repaired per the vessel’s coating schedule.

4.6.7.1 Warranty of Supplies

The Contractor shall assign, in writing, all commercial warranties for equipment provided under this job order to the Government. The effective starting date of all warranties shall be the date of final acceptance. All terms and conditions of DFARS 252.217-7013, Guarantees, shall apply.

4.6.8 General Workmanship & Construction Standards

4.6.8.1 General Requirements for Access

The Contractor shall request COR approval prior to cutting and/or removing the plating or framing members from the vessel for access to machinery, piping, wiring, and equipment. The Contractor shall make every effort to identify previously made accesses prior to requesting COR approval. The Contractor shall request COR approval prior to the removal of any piping, wiring, fixtures, fittings, etc., for access and clearance to perform required work. All accesses shall be submitted to the COR in writing, including a drawing with the approximate size and location of the accesses for review and approval. Upon the completion of required work, all removals and/or cutting shall be replaced/restored. Replacement and/or restored shall consist of returning the removed equipment, piping, wiring, structural members and plating to their original locations and reinstallation. The cost for all removals and reinstallations shall be included in the cost of the respective task. If parts, components or equipment are damaged as a result of the removals, the Contractor shall replace them in kind at no additional cost to the Government. Fit and finish shall be restored and damaged paint shall be renewed at no additional cost to the Government. Installations shall be in accordance with the original construction drawings or the referenced standards. All removed equipment shall be tested as part of the Tests and Trials. The Contractor shall provide any necessary structural support in the areas of cutting or removal of the aforementioned if lack of such support could cause failure or damage to adjacent systems, distortion, of adjacent framing or plating, or result in a safety hazard.

The Contractor shall maintain a hazard-free access in and out of any space at all times throughout the availability of the vessel. Any temporary openings in the deck or any other area that may constitute a hazard shall be railed and combed off. Horizontal openings, such as those on the deck, shall be protected with Contractor-furnished temporary combing and safety netting around the entire perimeter of the deck opening when such opening is not in use. The cost of providing this protection shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

4.6.8.2 General Requirements for Hull and Structural Work

All new hull plating of any shape shall be fabricated from ABS Structural Steel or ASTM A36, “Specification for Structural Steel.”

Contractor shall pay close attention to details in both the design and construction of all new and/or modified structures, to prevent structural discontinuities and other stress concentrations.

Where openings must be provided in the structure to gain access internally, the Contractor shall provide adequate compensation to maintain the original structural integrity while the opening is present. All compensation shall be approved by the ABS.

Watertight and oil tight integrity of all bulkheads and decks shall be maintained at all times throughout the period of performance of this job order.

Openings created by permanent removal or addition of piping, wiring or other materials shall be closed by means of Watertight penetrations or insert plates of equal thickness flush-welded to the bulkheads.

All welds shall be ground flush and smooth.

Sections of stiffeners, beams, girders, etc., shall be welded to the bulkheads to maintain continuity of structure. Openings cut into decks and bulkheads shall be adequately compensated in accordance with ABS requirements to maintain original strength, unless the opening is cut in such a manner that it can be re-welded to existing framing members.

4.6.8.3 General Requirements for Foundations and Supports

Contractor shall provide suitable foundations under all new units of machinery. Foundations shall be built up of plates and structural shapes to the dimensions required for satisfactory support, assuring rigidity, freedom from vibration, and designed for secure containment of the equipment in event of crash stops.

Foundations shall be constructed to the machinery manufacturer’s requirements, unless otherwise specified in technical specifications or modification.

Where dripping water or oil can be expected, the top plates of foundations shall project beyond the edges of the bedplates or bases of units being supported and formed into spill containment/drip pans. Flat bars welded around the edges of the top plates, or combing welded around the deck near the foundation, may be used to retain any leakage. Valve drains shall be provided at the ends or corners of the pans to facilitate fluid removal or recovery.

Foundations shall extend beyond the equipment fore and aft or transversely to distribute the load and to avoid excessive weight concentrations.

Doublers, insert plates, girders, headers and stanchions shall be fitted and under-deck framing shall be reinforced to support units mounted on deck.

4.6.8.4 General Requirements for Materials

All materials provided by the Contractor shall be suitable for marine applications and shall be subject to COR approval prior to installation. Refer to paragraph 4.5.2 – Material Submittals

4.6.8.5 General Requirements for Piping

All piping required shall be designed and installed to obtain optimum operating conditions, and shall be compatible with the machinery or equipment serviced, including pressure, volume and temperature requirements. All piping, valves and fittings shall comply with material specifications of the design standards for that particular service.

New piping added to or replacing an existing system shall duplicate that system, both in size, material, and routing, unless otherwise specified. New piping, where installed in coordination with new equipment or machinery, shall be installed in a manner that does not adversely impact personnel with tripping or overhead hazards.

New fuel oil, lube oil, or hydraulic piping shall be seamless steel, Schedule 80, to match existing pipe material. Pipe shall be pickled prior to installation. Seamless stainless steel tubing may be used as appropriate in Hydraulic systems.

New raw, jacket or sanitary water piping shall be with 90-10 copper-nickel, Schedule 80.

New drain piping shall be replaced in kind. Piping shall be led directly as per existing application.

The finished installation shall include the pipe, valves, unions, elbows, reducers, tees and fittings and all necessary subparts. Unions and flanges shall be required to facilitate installation and subsequent removal.

High-pressure flanges shall be used where originally provided.

Flexible connections to machinery components shall be required where vibration may be anticipated.

Piping shall not pass over switchboards and be kept clear of switchgear, wiring, etc.

All work shall be templated from the vessel.

Piping shall be secured by supports and hangers to avoid excessive strains; avoid the weight of the piping being transmitted to valves and fittings; minimize the effects of vibration, shock, pitching and rolling of the vessel; and permit proper thermal expansion and contraction.

Provision may be made for expansion and contraction by changes in direction of pipe runs or by use of expansion bends, joints, loops or offsets.

Galvanizing destroyed by welding or other activity shall be restored to original. All new steel galvanized pipe shall be hot dipped galvanized.

All burrs shall be removed from the ends of all piping after any cutting or threading. Pipe ends shall be dressed with a reamer before installation.

Valve type shall be consistent with the service. All valve materials shall match existing. New valves shall be approved by the COR.

All valves are to be pressure-tested in the presence of the COR or the QAE, and if necessary the USCG, prior to installation on the vessel. Where three or more valves are located together for the same service, they shall be combined into a manifold.

Any new fuel supply lines shall include a new shut-off valve, one at each tank and one at each fuel pump.

A brass or aluminum label plate shall be attached to the hand-wheel of all new valves to indicate its function.

New valves for seawater service shall be stainless steel or bronze and have a pressure rating appropriate for that service. Valves and operating mechanism shall be readily accessible.

Watertight integrity shall be maintained where pipes are carried through watertight bulkheads, decks or tank tops.

Heat sensitive materials shall not be used in piping systems that penetrate watertight subdivisions.

Where overboard discharge lines or valves are attached to the inside of the hull, the hull shall be reinforced to maintain the original strength and integrity.

Spool pieces with flanges shall be used for all galvanized pipe deck and bulkhead penetrations to prevent damage to galvanizing due to welding.

Pipe penetrations through watertight bulkheads and decks shall be accomplished by welding pipe to a sleeve that is then welded to the bulkhead or deck. All fastenings used to connect valves to shell connections shall be stainless steel. Where dissimilar metals occur, the Contractor shall insulate to prevent electrolytic action. Any new piping shall be color-coated in accordance with the vessel’s current scheme.

4.6.8.6 General Requirements for Machinery Systems

Where new machinery and equipment is to be installed, or when existing machinery and equipment is relocated, the Contractor shall mount the items on foundations as specified elsewhere herein.

All fastenings, bolts, (fitted or otherwise) studs and nuts shall be installed using anti-seize compound. Any defective or missing standard, fasteners, washers, gaskets, grommets, shall be replaced with material that matches existing performance standards.

Bottoming taps shall be used whenever new holes are drilled and tapped.

When detailed disassembly, assembly, or installation procedures appear in the specifications, they are presented for the Contractor's information and convenience in estimating the possible extent of the work to be accomplished. The inclusion of these detailed procedures do not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for doing all work necessary and in the proper manner for satisfactorily accomplishing the specified objective.

4.6.8.7 General Requirements for Electrical Systems

All electrical installations as set forth elsewhere in these specifications shall be in compliance with the referenced rules, regulations and standards, especially regarding ambient and working temperature requirements.

Electric cable shall be commercial marine type cable or armored cable. All new cable installed on weather decks or exposed to seawater spray shall be bronze or stainless steel armored. All new interior cable installed shall be bronze or aluminum armored.

Electric cable shall be capable of handling the required amperage.

Electrical installations shall be such so as to eliminate the possibility of mechanical injury or damage from the accumulation of dust, oil, vapors, steam, dripping liquids, etc.

New cable runs shall be supported at intervals of no more than 18” apart where vertical and 14” apart where horizontal. Straps, hangers, and standoffs shall be aluminum with stainless steel fasteners. Plastic type straps are permitted only behind sheathing/paneling. No cable runs will be permitted below the deck-plates, except for bilge pump wiring. Cable penetrations, when required to be watertight, shall have approved kick-plates, stuffing tubes, etc., and shall be filled with duct seal, or pitch where originally used.

All electrical supplies and/or installations to meet CFR 46, as well as all applicable NEMA, IEEE and ANSI standards.

4.6.8.8 General Requirements for Hot Work

Prior to commencing any hot work, the Contractor shall take steps necessary to remove any flammable or combustible material from the affected area. The Contractor shall supply all personnel performing hot work operations with suitable breathing, clothing, vision, and hearing protection to protect personnel from fumes, sparks, bright light, and noise resulting from hot work operations.

The Contractor shall supply and post permits stating the spaces where hot work is being performed are Gas Free and Safe for Hot Work.

While Contractor personnel are performing fire watch services, no additional responsibilities or additional work shall be performed during this time.

4.6.8.9 General Requirements for Welding

The Contractor shall ensure only welders with proper certification through ABS and USCG may weld steel on this job. Certifications shall be provided to the COR.

The electrodes used throughout the work shall be suitable for use with the parent metal at each weld.

Electrodes shall be received on the job in unbroken packages bearing the manufacturers' label or be otherwise marked.

Certified statements shall accompany each shipment of electrodes to the effect that sample pieces, representative of each kind and size in each shipment, have satisfactorily passed the tests required by ABS and USCG for welding on the parent material. The Contractor shall provide the COR documentation certifying compatibility of electrode with parent material.

The Contractor shall submit welding procedures to the COR prior to welding to a casting or forging. The procedure shall cover the type of weld process, welding electrode, pre-heat, welding sequence and stress relief required.

All welding shall be smooth, tight, and free from undercuts, porosity, craters, and gas inclusions. Shell, deck butts, and flush seams shall be back chipped or gouged to sound metal from the closing side before welding.

All sharp and/or rough edges shall be ground smooth and all weld splatter shall be removed.

All welds for temporary dogs used during modifications or to secure plate in place while welding shall be ground flush with the surrounding metal.

Assembly of all welded joints, before welding, shall be such as to secure proper gaps in butt welds and metal contact in fillet welds. Welding shall not be used to close openings larger than stipulated for each plate thickness by the ABS.

Welding procedures, as to direction, length, number, temperature and sequence, shall be carefully planned to minimize distortion and locked-in stresses.

Any welding to or of hull shell plating, watertight and/or oil-tight bulkheads shall be inspected by ABS.

This includes the removal of existing plate, examination of the remaining surrounding plate, examination of the fit-up, and examination of the final welding

Any welding shall use local grounding on and forward of frame 48 and on and aft of frame 108 and in all machinery spaces. The Contractor shall maintain a log of all welders who worked on the vessel throughout the repair period, each welder’s certification, and the repair activities on each welder worked. This log shall be made accessible to the COR at any time during normal business hours throughout the period of performance of this job order.

Testing of welds, will apply where required.

4.7 Equal Opportunity for Veterans

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, Contractors and Subcontractors performing under contract with the U.S. Army corps of Engineers (USACE) at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. Veterans. 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:

4.7.1 Federal Veteran employment information at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx

4.7.2 Department of Labor Veterans Employment Assistance: http://www.dol.gov/vets/

4.7.3 Department of Veterans Affairs – VOW to Hire Heroes Act: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/

4.7.4 Army Wounded Warrior Program: http://wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html

4.7.5 U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation – Hiring Our Heroes: http://www.hiringourheroes.org/

4.7.6 Guide to Hiring Veterans – Reference Material:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/docs/white_house_business_council__guide_to_hiring_veterans_0.pdf

4.8 Hazardous Materials

4.8.1 Asbestos Containing Material (ACM)

Vessel is known to contain ACM. Contractor is required to perform all necessary inspections, tests and analysis of materials that may contain ACM prior to disturbing those areas referenced in the resultant contract and specifications. If testing indicates unspecified ACM abatement is required, the Contractor shall issue a CFRPT IAW Paragraph 4.6.3.

4.8.2 Lead Paint

Vessel is not certified to be free of lead based paint. Contractor is required to perform all necessary inspections, tests and analysis of existing coatings for lead prior to disturbing those areas referenced in the resulting contract and specifications. If testing indicates unspecified lead based coating abatement is required, the Contractor shall issue a CFRPT IAW Paragraph 4.6.3.

4.9 Safety

In addition to applicable Local, State, Federal and OSHA requirements, the Contractor is required to adhere to all provisions of the most recent EM 385-1-1, 29 CFR Part 1910 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards), 29 CFR Part 1915 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment) and FAR 52.236-13 Alt I (Accident Prevention). Where safety standards are conflicting, the most stringent standard shall apply. The requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 1 (Program Management) will be strictly enforced.

The Contractor shall submit a written Accident Prevention Plan in conformance with EM 385-1-1, Appendix A and a Fire Prevention Plan in conformance with EM 385-1-1, Section 09.A.01. Prior to commence of work, these plans shall be submitted to the COR for review and approval. No work shall be initiated until both plans are approved (Refer to Paragraph 4.5.1 (Pre-Work Submittals)).

A copy of the EM 385-1-1 can be found electronically at the following link:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/USACEPublications/EngineerManuals

1. Accident Protection

All work performed under this contract shall be in accordance with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and other safety requirements specified herein are further identified in standards in technical specifications.

2. Accident Investigations and Reporting Refer to EM 385-1-1, Para. 01.D.01. Accidents shall be investigated by the immediate supervisor of the employee(s) involved and reported to the COR within one (1) working day after accident occurs. A report of all mishaps occurring on the project shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer within four (4) calendar days following the incident. All data reported must be complete, timely, and accurate. A follow up report shall be submitted when the estimated lost time days differs from actual lost time days. All accidents shall be reported on Engineering Form 3394.

4.9.1 Fire Prevention and Protection

A fire alarm system shall be established aboard the vessel with an activator at each gangway. Each audible alarm shall be distinctive in sound so that the alarm can be heard clearly in every space on the vessel. Provision shall be made to notify the Contractor’s fire control organization when the alarm is sounded.

Fire alarm shall be installed and tested in the presence of the COR and Vessel’s Crew within 24 hours of the vessel’s arrival at the Contractor’s shipyard. The Contractor shall perform subsequent, weekly tests of the fire alarm system demonstrating the system’s functionality for the duration the vessel is located at the Contractor’s shipyard.

Fire protection service shall be provided for the duration the vessel is located at the Contractor’s shipyard.

Services shall be capable of providing water at a minimum flow rate of 420 GPM, regulated to a pressure between 100 to 120 psi. Shore connections (2-1/2”) for fire protection service are located in two (2) places, P&S Upper Deck at Frame 65. Dry standpipe systems may be accepted, provided the proposed system is approved in writing by the COR. Contractor shall also provide a minimum of two (2) 2-1/2” charged fire hose lines on deck, each with 100’ of 1-1/2” hose. Location shall be the Forecastle Deck and Fantail. These hoses shall be maintained ready for immediate use. Should schedule work tasks preclude the use of the vessel’s fire system, the Contractor shall provide pressurized fire system connection points in affected areas.

Contractor shall invite the local fire department to a fire prevention conference aboard the vessel no later than 72 hours after arrival at shipyard. This conference shall establish liaison, review the fire protection plan, gain familiarization of the vessel and to assist in establishing fire-fighting procedures and responsibilities.

Contractor’s fire protection plan shall include but not be limited to:

a) Name, type and location of the vessel and shipyard;

b) Duration of time the vessel shall be in Drydock /Graving Dock and at wet berth;

c) Response procedures;

d) Manning practice, including size and location of vessel’s force duty watch;

e) Vessel security requirements;

f) Method of transmitting a fire alarm signal from the vessel to the fire department;

g) Nature of work to be accomplished;

h) Expected vessel status, including equipment access cuts, type and location of temporary services, location and means of operating vessel’s communication, and fire main systems;

i) Water supply to the vessel, including type and location of fire pumps, location of hydrants, pumper suction hydrant connections, and where installed, fireboat connections;

j) Pumper drafting locations;

k) Communications between command post, shipyard fire pumps and fire fighting forces;

l) Vessel arrangement, including frame and deck numbering;

m) Designation and availability of shipyard personnel to meet fire department personnel and lead them to the vessel; stand by fire pumps as needed; temporary rig services such as lighting, ventilation, cutting torches, and dewatering equipment;

n) Designation of shipyard and / or vessel’s force personnel to secure temporary services from the pier on the vessel;

o) Designation of vessel’s force personnel to advise the fire department regarding changes in stability and buoyancy; and

p) Demonstration and test of fire pumps and hydrant flow at Drydock/Graving Dock and wet berth.

Contractor shall furnish qualified fire watches supplied with portable fire extinguishing equipment in each area or compartment where burning or welding is being accomplished and in any affected adjacent area or compartment.

NO competent person or fire protection personnel shall be allowed to work / operate on the vessel if they are not fully conversant in the English language. Workers shall be able to give and receive emergency response directions in the English language.

4.9.2 Marine Chemists Certifications

Provide gas free certificates, “Safe for Workers, Safe for Hot Work” IAW 29 CFR 1915.14 (OSHA – Confined and Enclosed Spaces and Other Dangerous Atmospheres in Shipyard Employment) for all areas requiring access, burning or welding as required by the work tasks within the PWS. Provide a Component Person to maintain the vessel in compliance with the Marine Chemist Certificate and OSHA rules for the duration the vessel is located in the Contractor’s Shipyard.

Marine Chemists shall recertify the vessel for all ongoing hot work permits in the event of vessel movement, changes in loading condition, spillage of any combustible liquid or other event which voids the currently issued gas free certificate. Inspections conducted by a Competent Person for the purpose of recertification will not be acceptable.

4.9.3 Gangways / Access

Safe and convenient means for boarding the vessel shall be provided the entire time the vessel is located at the Contractor’s shipyard. A minimum of two (2) points of access shall be provided, one (1) forward and one (1) aft. Gangways shall have a nonskid coating on the walking surface. Gangways provided which do not incorporate completely enclosed side rails shall have a safety net installed which meets the requirements of Section 21.G of the EM 385-1-1.

The entire length of each gangway must be illuminated with weathertight lights, shielded to prevent temporary blinding of personnel.

Gangways shall be securely anchored at one end and be fitted with mechanical slides or rollers which allow for limited movement between the vessel and the dock. Gangways shall be maintained at an angle of not more than 30° above horizontal at all times and be fitted with cleats for any installation greater than 20⁰ above horizontal.

Contractor shall maintain the gangways in a safe condition under all anticipated conditions of vessel movement.

4.9.4 Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) Policy / Procedures

Vessel’s policy for LOTO follows Section 12 of the EM 385-1-1.