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C0001 PROJECT OVERVIEW

A. RFQ for One Crane

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Marine Design Center, (MDC), is issuing this solicitation for the acquisition of one (1) new pedestal mounted telescopic boom crane.

The crane shall be completely self-contained, and shall be powered by an on-crane diesel engine. All equipment on the crane shall be powered by the crane engine when the crane is in operation. No external power shall be required when the crane is operating. External power from the barge will be available for the cold weather package and lighting when the crane’s engine is not on.

The Crane will be used to lift equipment and materials to support Vicksburg District dredging and navigation operations.

B. Crane to be GFE to Shipyard

The crane acquired by the RFQ will be supplied in the second part of this project, as Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), to a shipyard to be mounted on the existing 710 Barge.

The 710 Barge is owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District (MVK). The barge previously had a ringer mounted crane installed on the top of the tub/house. That crane has been removed.

The barge is 100 feet long by 48 feet wide, with a hull depth of 9 feet. The crane shall be located on the barge centerline, approximately 24 feet forward of the barge transom, on top of the tub structure.

The GFE crane acquired through this RFQ will be installed on the barge by the shipyard performing the barge modifications. Installation of the crane on the barge is not required in this contract.

C. RFQ Submission Requirement

In order to confirm the primary technical specification of the proposed crane, all quotes submitted under this solicitation shall include:

· Main Hoist Load Chart

· Aux Hoist Load Chart

· General Arrangement Drawing including the pedestal and all principal dimensions

· Main Engine Selection

· Estimate Weights:

· Pedestal

· Turret/Upper Section

· Boom

· Main and Aux Blocks

· Certification of compliance with all requirements in the solicitation

· Objections identified for Government consideration

C002 SCOPE OF WORK

In accordance with the contract specifications, it is intended for the contractor to:

· engineer, fabricate, test, and deliver the crane.

· obtain API and ABS Third-Party Verification.

· provide on-site support and operator training.

Should the contractor determine at any time that he is unable to fulfill those responsibilities, he shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) immediately of the problem experienced and his proposed manner of correction.

For this contract, the crane contractor shall include all costs to provide and deliver the following:

· One pedestal and telescoping boom marine crane in accordance with the specifications of this contract.

· Testing for the items specified under this contract including the pedestals, the crane, their components and materials.

· On-Site technical support and guidance to the shipyard for the installation and assembly of the crane on the barge, the integration of the crane to the barge, and the start-up of the crane after installation on the barge at the shipyard facility.

· On-site technical and operational support and guidance to the shipyard for operational performance testing and trials of the crane after installation on the barge at the shipyard facility.

· Training at the shipyard facility.

C003 STANDARDS

The manufacturer shall design and construct the crane and pedestal in compliance with the following:

· American Petroleum Institute - API Specification 2C – Offshore Pedestal-Mounted Cranes, Eighth Edition

· American Bureau of Shipping - ABS Guide for Certification of Lifting Appliances

· U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Publication No. EM 385-1-1; Safety and Health Requirements Manual.

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

· ANSI A10.22, Safety Requirements for Rope-Guided and Non-Guided Worker’s Hoists, 2007 (R2012).

All standards shall be the current standard in place at the time of contract award.

C004 API MARKING and ABS THIRD PARTY REVIEW OF API-2C

The crane shall be provided with Certification in accordance with API 2C Section 12.2 “Certification”. The crane shall be provided with a permanent stainless-steel nameplate, bearing the API Monogram, per API Specification 2C, section 13. The crane manufacturer shall hold a current and active Monogram License from API.

Note that the API crane certifications shall incorporate the following design parameters for the crane:

· Service - Ship and Barge in Calm Water

· Significant Wave Height - 1 foot maximum.

· API Lift Type – Both on board and off board lifts.

· Maintenance Crane Off lead and Side Lead Angles – 5 degrees and 5 degrees respectively.

· API Design Method – General Method.

· API Duty Cycle – Intermediate Duty

· Operating Temperature Range – 120 degrees F to -20 degrees F.

· Max Operating Wind Speed – 40 MPH

· API Area Classification – not hazardous.

The Contractor shall also have ABS perform a Third-Party Verification of the crane for API-2C Compliance. This review shall include the pedestal, but not the attachment to the barge structure. The Government will be responsible for coordinating the review and approval of the crane pedestal to the existing/modified barge structure.

ABS shall issue a Statement of Fact for the API-2C verification.

The Contractor shall provide to the Contracting Officer's Representative approved and stamped copies of all drawings and documents reviewed by the ABS, with all comments resolved (if applicable). The documents shall clearly indicate that ABS verified the crane meets the standards.

C005 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION

The Government will provide the following reference drawings & calculations:

Barge 710 Reference Drawings

· 3-128-05-01, General Arrangement

C006 REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall provide the following certifications for the crane:

C010 DEFINITIONS

The following definitions are applicable to phrases and acronyms used throughout this contract:

· ABS – American Bureau of Shipping

· API – American Petroleum Institute

· COR - Contracting Officer’s Representative - a member of the contract management and quality assurance team authorized by the Contracting Officer to perform certain administrative and managerial duties. A copy of the COR’s authority letter is furnished to the contractor.

· K.O. - Contracting Officer - A person with the authority to enter into, administer and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

· LRL – Acronym for Louisville District

· MDC – Acronym for the Marine Design Center.

· QC - Quality Control - Quality Control is a function of the contractor. Quality Assurance (QA) is a function of the Government.

· USACE – Acronym for United States Army Corps of Engineers.

C180 NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL & ABATEMENT

The Contractor is responsible for developing an effective, integrated noise and vibration control and transmission abatement program for the crane.

The noise level inside the crane cabs shall not exceed 70 dbA.

The noise level shall not exceed 75 dbA on the main deck of the barge, at 10 ft radius beyond the perimeter of the pedestal, with the crane operating at full power.

To accomplish this requirement, the contractor shall provide the necessary noise attenuation treatments.

Noise attenuation treatments may include vibration isolators, critical grade silencers, acoustic louver(s) and proper insulation in the engine enclosures if necessary

C200 ARRANGEMENTS

C215 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT

A General Arrangement drawing of the crane shall be provided to the Government within 45 days after contract award, to include plan and profile views of the crane and boom in the operating configuration and in the stowed configuration.

At a minimum the following shall be provided on the drawings:

· Principle dimensions

· Tail Swing

· Weight

· Boom Configuration

· Fuel Tank Capacity

· Engine full rated HP

· Engine fuel rates in GPH at full rated HP and at 50% of full rated HP.

C235 CRANE CAB

An arrangement drawing of the crane cab including the location of the controls and instrumentation with respect to the operator’s chair shall be provided to the Government within 45 days after contract award.

The arrangement of the crane cab shall incorporate the following:

· Cab furniture and furnishings – per C437.

· Instrumentation and communication equipment – per C470.

· Load moment indicator and data logger –C530.

· Fire extinguisher - per C677.

· Lighting and receptacles – per C730.

· Video camera displays – per C780.

The Bill of Materials shall include a list of equipment controls and instrumentation, and all cab furniture and furnishings indicating the manufacturer or vendor source, part/name description and number/model identification.

C245 MACHINERY ARRANGEMENT

The crane machinery shall be arranged to facilitate crane maintenance. A drawing representing the arrangement of the crane’s machinery shall be provided for the crane to the Government within 45 days after contract award.

The Bill of Materials shall include a list of equipment, indicating the manufacturer or vendor source, part/name description and number/model identification.

C246 MACHINERY ENCLOSURE

For the crane, a machinery enclosure shall be provided.

At a minimum, the machinery enclosure shall completely enclose the following:

· crane engine,

· crane engine driven hydraulic pumps.

· cooling radiators for the crane engine and for the crane hydraulic oil.

· engine starting batteries The machinery enclosure shall be designed and constructed to provide the following capabilities:

· Weathertight protection for machinery

· Acoustic insulation and noise reduction treatments

· Thermal insulation

· Weathertight door personnel access into the machinery enclosure.

· Maintenance access around the machinery.

· Fire suppression system for the machinery enclosure Louvers shall be provided in the enclosure as required for engine combustion air, hydraulic oil cooling and for airflow through the enclosure as required for cooling of machinery components together with the interior of the enclosure. Acoustic louvers shall be provided if required to meet noise criteria.

Weathertight closures shall be provided to go over louvered openings to provide protection for machinery components when the crane is not operating.

Clear space within the enclosure for maintenance access around machinery shall be a minimum of 18 inches. Minimum clear head room within the machinery enclosure shall be 6’ – 6”. If 18” clearance or 6’ – 6” clear head room is not provided then removable panels shall be provided in the sides of the enclosure for maintenance access to both sides of the engine and to both sides of the hydraulic pumps.

C300 STRUCTURE

C320 TANKS

The fuel oil tank and hydraulic oil tank supplied for the crane shall have the following features:

· Constructed of 316 stainless steel

· Each tank fitted for stick sounding

· Each tank provided with raised, bolted, manhole access to allow for clean out of the interior of each tank

· The bottom of each tank shall be sloped to the drain for ease of clean up and to reduce maintenance.

Each tank shall be equipped with digital level indicators with audible low level alarms. The digital displays shall be mounted in the operator’s cab within sight of the operator’s position.

The fuel oil tank shall be of adequate capacity to provide for at least 40 hours operation at 50% average engine load factor, with 10% fuel capacity reserve.

C330 CRANE FOUNDATIONS

The Government intends for the new crane to be installed and sit on the top of the existing 710 Barge Tub Structure. The existing structure is approximately 8 feet tall above the main deck and 24 feet in diameter. The tub structure previously supported a Clyde Model Lattice Boom Pedestal Crane. The crane and crane roller structure have been removed.

The Contractor shall provide a pedestal, approximately 48” in height, to be installed on top of the tub structure. All forces and moments associated with the crane and pedestal design shall be provided to the Government. The Government will be responsible for engineering any modifications necessary to the tub structure to adequately support the new crane and pedestal. The diameter of the pedestal is not expected to match the diameter of the tub. The diameter of the pedestal should be the manufacturer’s standard for the crane selected.

The pedestal shall be beveled for a welded connection to the top of the tub structure. The Contractor shall provide a detailed welding schedule and welding sequence for attaching the pedestal to the top of the tub structure.

The welding schedule and sequence, pedestal drawing and maximum forces and moments shall be provided to the Government within 90 days after contract award.

C399 GROSS OVERLOAD – FAILURE MODE ASSESSMENT

The contractor shall provide Failure Mode Calculations and Charts in accordance with API Specification 2C, to the Government within 90 days after contract award.

The crane shall be designed such that, in the case of a gross overload, the crane operator’s station will remain attached on board the barge.

C400 OUTFITING

C402 CORROSION PREVENTION

The choice of materials, the fabrication procedures and the coating systems to be used in the crane, shall display evidence that careful consideration was given by the contractor to improve corrosion resistance and life expectancy of the paint system. Dissimilar metals shall be avoided to the greatest extent possible. Where required, dissimilar metals shall be isolated through bolt sleeves and isolator gasketing.

As an example, the structure shall be designed and fabricated to avoid corrosion, by effectively:

· Preventing the entrapment of water, avoiding pockets where water can accumulate and facilitating drainage.

· Facilitating the application of paint coatings.

· Insulating the contact surfaces between two dissimilar metals against galvanic corrosion.

C405 PAINTING

The interior and exterior paint systems shall be heavy duty marine paint, providing good resistance to cleaning detergents, good abrasion resistance and good impact resistance.

Exterior topcoats shall be urethane, and shall provide a glossy finish for resistance to chalking and fading when exposed to sunlight.

All paints shall be free of lead and chrome.

The paint system shall have a minimum life expectancy of 5 years. The paint manufacturer shall witness the paint application and shall insure that the paint and surface prep are in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended best practices.

The contractor is required to provide the DFT (Dry Film Thickness) recommended by the paint manufacturer. The thickness applied per coat may not exceed the paint manufacturer's recommended maximum thickness.

The crane exterior paint color shall be the manufacturer’s standard color. Machinery space interior color shall be manufacturer’s standard white.

Prior to packaging for shipping, all interior and exterior painting shall be thoroughly inspected. Any defects in the coating shall be repaired by the contractor, as required, to restore the integrity of the paint system.

The contractor is responsible for delivering the crane with all painted surfaces in new condition.

C408 PAINT PROTECTION & REPAIR

The contractor shall package the crane, their components, materials, and spare parts such that the paint is protected for all these items during storage and shipment to the Government’s designated place of delivery.

All interior and exterior painting will be re-inspected when delivery is made at the shipyard, and any damage to the coating system during shipment will be repaired by the Contractor to restore the integrity of the paint system.

C415 DOORS, WINDOWS, HATCHES & MANHOLES

All crane doors shall be weathertight, and fabricated of stainless steel, with a large fixed window.

All crane cab windows shall be safety or tempered glass, and provide good visibility to the boom point and the hook at all times. Windshield wipers and defroster shall be installed on the cab front windows. The sides of the cab, to the left and right of the operator, shall each have a window capable of opening, and be held secure in the open position. Stainless steel insect screens shall be provided for the opening windows. Grey colored mylar sun shades shall be provided for the side and top windows in the cabs, with the shades mounted on clutch springless rollers.

The crane operator’s cab shall include windows to provide unobstructed vision down to the water surface.

All window glass shall be medium tint except windows situated for downward vision.

The fuel oil tank and other tanks shall each be outfitted with raised, bolted plate, oil tight, clean out hatches (manholes) with minimum clear opening of 15 inches by 23 inches. The manholes and the bolts shall be made of stainless steel 316, (same material as the tanks) and supplied with gaskets.

C416 LOCKS & KEYS

The engine enclosures and doors to the cabs shall be fitted with suitable locks. All locks shall be lever type and suitable for marine service.

Two keys and two blank keys shall be furnished for each door lock. The keys shall be equal so that the same key can open all doors for the crane.

The keys shall be delivered in a box, and installed in the cab, with numbered hooks, one for each door lock, with cross reference compartment designation stenciled on the inside cover of the box.

C425 WALKWAYS & RAILINGS

All walkways and railings shall conform to the fall protection rail requirements of EM385-1-1 Section 19.E.

An access ladder/walkway with guardrails shall be provided to the cab and machinery enclosure. The walkway shall provide easy access to clean all cab windows besides the front window. The operator shall be able to reach the front windows from the walkway with a 6 foot long cleaning squeegee.

Platforms shall be installed to provide access to the top of the cab, the boom pivot point and hydraulic connections, and hoisting (main and whip) winches.

C427 LADDERS

Ladders for access from the deck (top of existing pedestal)) to the crane is required and shall be permanently installed on crane. The ladder, when stowed for crane operation, shall be able to meet the deck clearance requirement of 3 ft minimum. The ladders shall be retractable with spring assist.

Ladders shall be provided as necessary to access all platforms.

C430 DECK COVERINGS

Non-skid surfaces shall be provided on all crane decks and platforms, including the crane housetop. This can be accomplished through the use of non-skid paint additives.

C436 INSULATION

The machinery enclosure and operator’s cab, shall be insulated to meet the noise abatement requirements of C180 and the heating and cooling requirements of C685 of this specification.

All engine cooling and hydraulic piping not located in a heated space shall be insulated and heat traced to allow crane operation at the minimum temperature.

The exhaust pipe from the engines, and any pipe that may present a temperature hazard in way of personnel shall be insulated.

C437 CAB FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS

One (1) padded chair for the cab operator shall be provided with adjustments for height, inclination and sliding fore and aft. The chair shall have heated seat capability and shall be provided with an on/off switch for this function.

A rotating arm with shelf 14 inches by 20 inches wide shall be provided, for the crane operator to place a lap-top computer and use it while seated in the operator’s chair.

Suitable storage for the crane’s operations manual, the crane log book, and the crane’s floating service load charts, shall be provided in the cab, within reach of the operator when seated.

Stowage for one life preserver shall be provided in the cabs plus two coat hooks.

An articulated (similar to an automobile) large sun visor shall be provided for use by the operator seated in the chair.

A fire extinguisher shall be installed in the cab in accordance with C677.

Furniture and furnishings provided shall be listed on the crane cab drawing as required in C235.

C460 NAMEPLATES, NOTICES & MARKINGS

The Contractor shall fabricate and install nameplates, notices and markings as required by the Standards in C003 and these specifications. Nameplates, notices and markings exposed to the weather shall be brass and shall be attached with stainless steel screws. Interior nameplates, notices and markings shall be engraved on brass or plastic plates, and shall be attached with stainless steel screws.

In addition to those required by the standards, the following shall be provided:

· NO SMOKING notices shall be placed at fuel oil fill stations and on the doorways to all compartments and cab.

· Machinery, valve and electrical equipment labels shall be as required by the standards.

· Hearing conservation warning signs shall be as required by the standards.

C470 INSTRUMENTATION & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

Proven, commercial instrumentation for monitoring and controlling the crane systems, configurations and operation, alarms and safety shut-down systems shall be provided within easy reach of the operator seated in the cab. All shall be visible and dimmable for night operation of the crane.

EMERGENCY STOP of the crane functions shall be provided. This shall include the diesel engines.

The following instrumentation shall be provided in the cab:

· Hydraulic circuit(s) pressure and temperature gauges.

· Engine cooling fluid temperature gauges.

· Engine oil pressure gauge.

· Digital engine fuel oil tank level gauge with audible low level alarm.

· Digital hydraulic oil tank level gauge with audible low level alarm.

· Wind speed and wind direction indicator display.

· Carbon monoxide monitor.

· Computer based load-moment indicator/limiter.

· Boom angle indicator.

· Boom length/extension indicator.

· Maximum allowable values display.

· For hoists that are not visible to the operator in the cab, video cameras shall provide the video to monitors in the cab.

· Crane list inclination and crane trim inclination indicator with 0.1 degree accuracy.

· Two loud hailers shall be provided under the cab, with one horn directed down and forward at approximately 45 degrees, and the other in the opposite position. Talk back capabilities shall be provided for each loud hailer.

· Marine VHF radio with handset and headset. This unit shall provide integrated operation with the loud hailers required above.

All instrumentation and communications equipment shall be listed on the crane cab drawing as required in C235.

C500 SPECIAL FEATURES

C505 PERSONNEL HOISTING REQUIREMENTS

The whip line hoists for the crane shall be certified capable to perform personnel hoisting operations in accordance with ANSI A10.22 and OSHA requirements (29CFR1926.550), with a four man basket. All equipment and features required for personnel hoisting shall be provided. Certification of compliance with these specifications shall be provided upon delivery.

The Contractor shall recommend to the Government an OSHA approved 4-person manlift cage, that is suitable for operation with the crane.

C510 CRANE DESIGN SERVICE TEMPERATURES

Minimum crane design service temperature shall be 0 degrees F. The maximum crane design service temperature shall be 120 degrees F.

C515 CRANE DESIGN WIND LOADS

The maximum lift operations wind speed shall be 40 miles per hour.

The maximum crane out of service and boom stowed wind speed shall be 100 miles per hour.

C520 DUTY CYCLE

Crane machinery and wire rope duty-cycles shall be as defined in API Specification 2C.

The API Duty-Cycle Classification “Intermediate Duty”, shall be applied.

C530 CRANE FEATURES

A. CRANE CONTROL CONFIGURATION

The crane control configuration shall be a method approved under API Specification 2C.

The contractor shall develop a crane controls drawing for the crane. The contractor’s crane control configuration arrangement shall be submitted to the Government within 90 days after contract award.

B. CRANE SAFETY SYSTEMS

All applicable safety systems required by the standards shall be provided. In particular, the following shall be provided:

· Anti two-block (upper limit) devices shall be provided on the main and whip line hoisting lines to prevent the hoisting blocks and the whip line “weight” from any contact with the boom.

· Boom luffing stop device, to prevent the boom from exceeding its maximum elevation angle.

· Drum rotation indicators for all boom and load hoist drums.

C. LOAD MOMENT INDICATING & LIMITING (LMI/LML) AND DATA LOGGER

1. LOAD MOMENT INDICATING AND LIMITING

The crane shall be provided with a programmable LMI/LML system for the main boom, with function cut-out or warning operation selected via a keyed switch on the LMI/LML console. The LMI/LML shall sense and display at all times:

· Load on all hoists

· Boom angle

· Boom Extension Position

· Lift Radius

· Machine List (Sidelead) angle resulting from barge hull heel and trim.

· Machine Trim (Offlead) angle resulting from barge hull heel and trim.

· User selectable load charts for the whip line hoists and main hoist.

· Green/Yellow/Red load Alarm indications

· Green/Yellow/Red machine list/trim alarm indications

Upon delivery, the LMI/LML shall be programmed by the contractor with load charts for the main hoist, whip hoist, and user selectable load charts.

Main Hoist –User selectable load charts as follows:

· Load Chart with the crane offlead and side lead as defined in section C004.

· Up to two restricted operations load charts (azimuth restricted, capacity, etc.).

Whip Line Hoist - User Selectable Load Charts as follows:

· Whip Line minimum 6,000 pound Load Chart, with the crane offlead and side lead as defined in section C004.

· Whip Line Personnel Lift Load Chart (minimum 3,000 pound capacity) The Government will coordinate with the manufacturer the naval architecture/stability analyses and development of special load charts for restricted operations.

The LMI/LML shall be able to be reprogrammed with a new naval architect approved floating service load chart by the crane operator and shall be able to store up to three main hook load charts at one time. The new chart will not exceed the crane’s contract required capacity.

The LMI/LML shall provide alarm for near maximum load, and safety stop at max load.

2. DATA LOGGING

The LMI/LML shall record and store all the above required display data for two (2) hours of crane operating time. The LMI/LML shall also record and store any instance of LMI/LML over-ride.

The crane shall record and retain the stored data indefinitely in the event of a power loss.

D. WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION MONITORING SYSTEM

Wind speed and direction monitoring systems shall be provided on the crane. The speed and direction sensors for shall be mounted on the boom tip.

E. WIRE ROPE CERTIFICATION

All wire rope shall be furnished with a certificate affirming its compliance with all the standards referenced in this specification.

F. SHEAVE CONSTRUCTION

All sheaves on the crane shall be made of steel with anti-friction tapered bearings.

Sheave D/d ratio shall reflect the crane duty rating (see C520), per API 2C.

G. CRANE STOWED POSITION

The design and construction of the crane shall be adequate for stowage without a boom support at the maximum stowed wind speed. Refer to C515 for maximum stowed wind speed.

Note, the Government will provide a boom rest or fittings to tie down the crane’s boom to prevent shifting or swinging when in stowed position.

C540 CRANE FEATURES & PERFORMANCE

A. GENERAL

The crane shall be a self-contained, diesel powered, pedestal mounted “telescopic box boom cylinder luffed marine crane”.

The crane shall have the following required characteristics:

· Maximum Tail Swing: Not to Exceed (NTE) 20’-0”

· Maximum crane weight

· Pedestal: NTE 10,000 lbs

· Turret/Upper (not including the boom): NTE 80,000 lbs

· Boom: NTE 110,000 lbs

· Mounting pedestal dimensions

· Diameter: NTE 24’-0”

· Prefer less than 14’-0”

· Height: Approximately 4’-0”

· Overall Height of Crane When Stowed (from base of Pedestal): NTE 30’-0”

· Boom Length (from Center of Rotation to Main Hook)

· Retracted: NTE 70’-0”

· Extended: Minimum 120’-0”

· Distance from the Main Hook Sheave to the Boom Tip: NTE 5’-0”

· Required crane capacity loads and radii

· Minimum Radius (Retracted): Greater than or equal to 60’ Radius (Retracted) Capacity

· 60’-0” Radius (Retracted): Minimum 49,000 lbs

· 70’-0” Radius (Retracted): Minimum 40,000 lbs

· Minimum Radius (Extended): Greater than or equal to 60’ Radius (Extended) Capacity

· 60’-0” Radius (Extended): Minimum 49,000 lbs

· 100’-0” Radius (Extended): Minimum 25,000 lbs

· 120’-0” Radius (Extended): Minimum 18,500 lbs

B. HOIST REQUIREMENTS

A main hoist with load block and a whip line hoist with load block shall be provided. Main hoist capacity shall be as identified in the crane boom and load envelope.

A single part, minimum 6,000 pound capacity, man-rated whip line hoist and winch shall be provided. The whip line winch shall be permanently mounted on the outer boom section.

Sufficient wire rope shall be provided on each of the two hoists to provide hook travel from the highest boom elevation above water, to 40 feet below the water surface.

C. CRANE OPERATIONAL SPEEDS

The following operational speeds are required:

· Slewing – maximum rotational speed not less than 2 RPM.

· Luffing – from horizontal to vertical max travel in no greater than 100 seconds, with max hoist capacity.

· Telescoping – from full retract to full extend in no greater than 100 seconds, with max hoist capacity.

· Main Hoist Hook Speed – maximum not less than 30 FPM with full hook load.

· Whip Line Hook Speed – maximum not less than 60 FPM with full hook load.

All speeds identified above shall be infinitely variable, and controlled by the operator, over the speed range from zero speed to the maximums identified above. The maximum speeds identified above may be attained with only one function operating. Speeds below the maximums identified above are acceptable for simultaneous operation of multiple functions.

D. CONTROL SYSTEM PRECISION

The control system shall provide sufficient precision of crane movement to allow the operator to reliably position hoisted loads during maintenance activities. A “precision mode” with reduced motion speeds shall be provided if needed for the required positioning accuracy.

The controls shall be proportional hydraulic controls, setup to allow simultaneous operations of two or more crane control functions.

C600 MACHINERY

C601 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

All fluid fill and overflow points shall be located in areas that are easily accessible, and that are provided with fluid spill containment drip pan coamings to collect fluid spills for easy cleanup.

C610 COLD & HOT WEATHER OPERATION

A. COLD WEATHER OPERATION

The crane shall be equipped with a full system that will provide for start-up and full crane operation in temperatures down to 0 degrees F.

At a minimum the following crane components, equipment and systems shall be provided with cold weather: starting aids, block heaters, tank heaters, line heaters and other heating systems as required to allow the full range of freeze protection, crane start-up and crane operations in temperatures as low as 00 degrees F:

· diesel engines

· cooling lines for the diesel engines

· batteries

· fuel system, lines and tanks

· hydraulic system lines and tanks

· hydraulic fluids

· crane control system

· crane safety systems

· operator’s station

· slewing system

· winches

The crane’s cold weather heating systems shall be operable from barge power (208Y/120 volt AC, 3 phase, 4-wire + GND, 60 Hz) to keep the crane ready for operation, with the crane engines shut down, during periods of 0 degree F temperatures when the crane is not in use.

All crane exterior and interior lighting shall be suitable for starting and full illumination at 0 degree F temperatures.

All crane steel and other materials shall be adequate for design service temperature of 0 degrees F.

B. HOT WEATHER OPERATION

The crane shall be equipped with a full system that will provide for start-up and full crane operation in temperatures up to 120 degrees F.

At a minimum the following crane components, equipment and systems shall be provided with cooling systems as required to allow the crane start-up and the full range of crane operations in temperatures high as 120 degrees F:

· diesel engines

· batteries

· fuel system, lines and tanks

· hydraulic system lines and tanks

· hydraulic fluids

· crane control system

· crane safety systems

· operator’s station

· slewing system

· winches

C620 CRANE DIESEL ENGINES

The crane diesel engine shall meet the current EPA emissions rating tier requirements. The diesel engine shall be electric start, both locally and from the cab. The engine shall be radiator cooled, and battery start. The engine shall be located in the machinery enclosure as required by C246.

C630 FUEL OIL SYSTEM

The fill connections for the fuel oil tank shall be easily accessible from the exterior of the crane. The tank fills and vent pipes shall be provided with flame arresters.

A fuel oil heating system is required for cold weather operation (0 degrees F), to include tank heating system and electric heat traced fuel line to maintain 40 degrees F when the engines are not running.

C635 LUBRICATION SYSTEM

The crane shall be provided with a centralized lubrication system that distributes the grease around the slewing bearing/swing bearing.

Additional lubrication points shall be provided as required for crane moving components. All crane lubricating points shall be easily accessible from crane walkways or platforms without need to remove guards or other components.

A lubrication system drawing shall be provided for the crane within 90 days after contract award.

C640 COOLING SYSTEM

The engine for the crane shall be radiator cooled with the engine fan directing the warm air to the outside of the engine enclosure.

The hydraulic fluid for the crane shall be radiator cooled with the warm air directed to the outside of the engine enclosure. The hydraulic fluid cooling system shall be a separate system from the engine cooling system.

The cooling systems shall be configured to prevent engine “overcooling” during crane operations in cold weather.

C650 ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM

The crane’s engine exhaust system shall be provided with high attenuation (35 dB reduction minimum), critical grade spark-arresting silencer. The exhaust pipe and muffler shall be fabricated of stainless steel.

The silencer may be mounted inside of the machinery enclosure, or on the exterior of the machinery enclosure top. If the silencer is mounted on the inside of the enclosure, it shall be insulated and jacketed.

The exhaust pipe penetration through the machinery enclosure shall incorporate a weathertight expansion collar. The exhaust termination shall be provided with a rain flap cover that closes automatically when not in use (i.e. counterweight).

The engine exhaust shall be directed to discharge away from the crane operator's cab area.

C655 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

A hydraulic schematic drawing shall be provided for the crane within 90 days after contract award. The hydraulic system operating pressure shall be clearly indicated.

All crane hydraulic systems shall use environmentally acceptable EAL type oils. The selected oil shall meet the EPA’s requirements for EAL as defined in the 2013 Vessel General Permit. The oil shall also be approved by the manufacture for the application and conditions described in these specifications. The selected EAL documentation shall be provided to the Government.

A hydraulic oil heating system is required for cold weather operation (0 degrees F), to include tank heating system and electric heat traced hydraulic lines to maintain 40 degrees F when the engines are not running.

C677 FIRE DETECTION & EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM

A fire detection and alarm system shall be provided in the cab to monitor the crane engine enclosure.

The cab shall have a 2.5 lb, type ABC, dry chemical potable fire extinguisher. The crane shall be provided with a 10 lb, type ABC, dry chemical potable fire extinguisher outside the engine enclosure with a cover.

C685 HEATING & VENTILATION

Electric heat, air-conditioning, and mechanical ventilation are required in the cab. The system shall be thermostatically controlled, and sized to maintain 68 degrees F when in use, with the outside air temperature from 0 degrees F to 120 degrees F.

Interior compartments shall be provided with thermostat controlled electric freeze protection heaters, sized to maintain 50 degrees F when the crane outside air temperature is 0 degree F.

When the crane is not in use, the crane interior spaces, to include the cab and the crane engine enclosure shall be weathertight. Ventilator and radiator openings shall be closed with removable aluminum covers. The covers shall be designed to resist high winds and wind driven rain and snow.

C700 ELECTRICAL

C701 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The crane shall have an electrical system to provide power for all of the electrical equipment. The system shall consist of an AC section and a DC section. All system components shall be furnished new and unused.

C702 BARGE SUPPLIED POWER

Barge supplied power shall be provided through a weather-tight reverse service receptacle located on the crane. The receptacle shall be provided with a mating receptacle plug. The receptacle and plug shall be twist lock type. Barge supplied power shall be utilized to maintain selected crane systems operable when the crane engine is not running.

The barge power supplied to the crane will be rated for 480 volt AC, 3 phase, 4-wire + GND, 60 Hz. The barge power will be sized appropriately to provide power to the crane when the crane is not operating. The non-operating power loads are the following:

· Full cold weather operating system.

· All lighting, including the boom lights

· All battery charging.

· LMI and data logging systems.

The Contractor shall locate and install the receptacle on the crane, and provide and install the wiring from the receptacle to the crane switchboard. The mating plug to the receptacle shall be supplied as loose gear to the Government for future use.

C706 DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The crane shall be supplied with DC electrical systems for engine starting.

The starting system shall consist of a starter motor, a voltage regulator, batteries, and a battery charger with an ammeter and voltmeter. The starter shall be provided from the manufacturer with isolated grounds.

The starting batteries shall be marine, heavy duty, rated in accordance with the engine manufacturer’s recommendations.

The battery chargers shall have the following features:

· Settings for flooded, gel, AGM or lead-calcium batteries

· Selectable two or three stage charging.

· Battery Equalization

· Auto-ranging input voltage compatible with generator power source

· Temperature-compensated charging

· Power factor corrected charging

· Battery temperature sensor

· Drip Proof housing.

· ABS and UL Approved

C730 LIGHTING AND RECEPTACLES

The interior lighting for the crane cab, shall be ABS Approved Marine LED lights.

Cab lighting shall consist of red lights for night vision as well as white lights for normal use. All cab lights shall be provided with dimmer control and all gauges in the cab shall be back-lit with dimmer control.

Access lighting shall be provided on all external crane walkways. The following additional lighting is required:

A. CRANE BOOM LIGHTS

Flood lights shall be mounted on the crane boom and shall be ABS Approved Marine LED lights. The system shall consist of a sufficient number of lights (2 lights minimum), directed downward, to create a near daylight working condition on the barge deck for night operation.

All light shall be designed to resist shock and vibration.

B. CRANE EMERGENCY LIGHTS

Watertight, self-contained, emergency lights shall be provided in the crane engine enclosure and in the cab, and to provide visibility for access and escape.

The emergency lighting shall be configured to allow for automatic operation upon failure of the AC lighting system, for manual (all-the-time operation) or the ability to turn the system off. The emergency lights shall be automatically recharged, and battery powered to provide nominal lighting for a period of time of at least 20 minutes.

C. CRANE SEARCH LIGHTS

One LED search light, controllable by the operator in the cab, shall be mounted on the cab roof. The LED output shall be equal to that of a 500 watt incandescent search light.

D. CONVENIENCE RECEPTACLES

Sufficient dedicated 120 VAC receptacles shall be provided in the crane cab to power all of the required crane electronic equipment identified in this specification. Locations of the dedicated receptacles shall be adjacent to the powered equipment. Each dedicated receptacle shall be fed from a dedicated breaker.

In addition, four additional convenience duplex GFCI receptacles shall be installed in the cab. Locations within the cab for these will be selected by the COR. after the crane operator’s cab arrangement information is received. All receptacles shall be wired to provide 120 volt, 20 amp AC service.

The convenience receptacles shall not be powered by any of the dedicated receptacle breakers.

The engine enclosure shall be outfitted with a duplex GFCI receptacle to provide 120 volt, 20 amp AC service. Each receptacle shall be outfitted with a cover to cover the receptacle when not in use.

C780 MONITORING

Video cameras shall be provided covering the areas around the crane not visible from the operator’s chair.

All wire rope drums that are not visible from the operator’s chair shall be monitored by dedicated video cameras.

All video cameras shall have their respective display visible to the operator seated in the cab. All video cameras shall have their feeds recorded by a Digital Video Recorder (DVR). The DVR shall provide sufficient storage space to retain a minimum of 24 hours of footage. In the event of a power failure event, the DVR shall retain the footage indefinitely.

C800 SPARES

C801 LIST OF SPARE PARTS & TOOLS

A. POTENTIAL SPARE PARTS LIST

The contractor shall provide a Bill of Materials for the crane. The Bill of Materials shall identify and describe all system equipment components, indicating the equipment manufacturer, the description and the designation (model, series etc.).

The contractor shall provide a list of recommended spare parts to maintain the entirety of the crane for a duration of two years. The Government may choose to purchase the contents of this list via in-scope change to the contract.

B. CRANE SPARE PARTS TO BE FURNISHED

The following spare parts shall be provided:

1. LIGHTS

Provide one complete spare parts kit for each type of light fixture.

2. FILTERS & DRYERS

For each type and size of filter element or cartridge, provide 10 elements or one case, whichever is greater.

3. DIESEL ENGINES

· Supply one replacement fuel pump

· Supply one replacement water pump

· Supply one set of injectors

C. SPECIAL TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

For each equipment type, make and model, the Contractor shall provide one complete set of the manufacturer’s special tools, maintenance tools, and special adjustment tools and monitoring equipment.

The tools and equipment shall be stored in maintenance tool chests labeled with the equipment name/ description on the outside.

C900 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

C901 CONTRACTOR ON-SITE SUPPORT TO SHIPYARD SITE

The crane contractor shall have representation onsite at the shipyard facility to provide technical support, and guidance to ensure that the installation and assembly of the pedestal and the crane are executed properly (by the shipyard), and according to his (the crane contractor’s) approved procedures and practices.

Once the crane is assembled and installed on the barge, the crane contractor shall have representation onsite at the shipyard facility to provide technical support and guidance, crane start-up, and operational performance tests executed properly by the Contractor’s crane operator and in accordance with his (the crane contractor’s) approved procedures and practices.

The Government will provide notification to the contractor at a minimum, 14 days prior to the date that the Contractor is required to provide onsite support. It is anticipated that coordination between the Government, Contractor, and shipyard will be frequent and that notification will likely be provided further in advance of the 14 days.

Minimum levels of support on site at the shipyard, exclusive of travel time, are included below.

· Delivery inspection – Contractor determined days

· Pedestal installation into hull structure – estimated 4 days

· Installation of upper rotating works onto pedestal – estimated 4 days

· Maintenance Crane start-up & operational testing – Contractor determined days

· Maintenance Crane LMI/LML calibration & load testing – Contractor determined days

· Maintenance Crane Operator Training – 2 days

C902 CRANE TESTING

A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

In order to complete the overall project, testing shall be performed to verify the fabrication of the cranes, installation of the pedestal, assembly and integration of the cranes on the barge, start-up testing of the cranes after installation on the barge, and operational performance testing of the cranes at the shipyard facility.

All testing and design validation required in API 2C and by ABS shall be performed by the Contractor and all test reports and certifications provided to the Government. All testing, inspections, and training shall comply with the EM 385-1-1 (Section 16).

The testing required under this contract is in addition to the contractor’s quality control program and any requirements to satisfy API and ABS.

Vendor and manufacturing inspections and tests shall be designed to insure proper construction, performance and/or installation of equipment, piping and electrical systems, tanks, and exterior and interior fabrication of the crane.

The contractor shall rectify any deficiencies revealed during any level of testing. All testing and re-testing shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Government representative.

All test, trials, and demonstrations shall be completed and all deficiencies shall be remedied to the satisfaction of the COR.

B. TEST & TRIALS AGENDA, MEMORANDA & REPORTS

The contractor shall develop and submit for approval to the COR, a Test Agenda (or schedule) and Memoranda. The submittal shall cover factory acceptance testing, installation verification, start-up testing, and operational testing. The Test Agenda and Memoranda shall be submitted within 90 days after contract award.

The Test Agenda shall be a complete, detailed, schedule of all inspections and tests.

The Test Memorandum shall describe the type of inspection or test procedure, accept/reject criteria, and data taken. The procedure shall be in accordance with the start-up procedure for the equipment, as delineated in the operating manual of the equipment manufacturer. It shall reference the operator's manual used to format the test procedure. Data recorded in time intervals shall be tabular so that data trends can be easily recognized.

The Test Memorandum shall describe the instrumentation and equipment required for each test, and shall include space for relevant nameplate data, ambient conditions, tested parameter values for each time interval, comparative pass/fail values, comments, contractor representative witness, API and ABS inspector witness, and Government inspector witness signatures and date.

For each test, the acceptance criteria must be explicitly spelled out in the Test Memorandum, and concurrently, shall reference the applicable source standard.

Once tests are passed and completed, the data recorded, and approprioate signatures obtained, the fill-in Test Memorandum becomes the official Test Report. The final version of the Test Report, including the test data and the results of all inspections and tests, shall be bound in three ring binders, and submitted in triplicate along with two copies in electronic format submitted on CD prior to Final Acceptance.

C. FACTORY ACCEPTANCE INSPECTION & TESTING

The Government shall be provided at least seven (7) days notice to attend Factory Acceptance Inspection & Testing.

In addition to API and ABS testing requirements, the Contractor shall complete the following tests:

1. PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS & CONTRACT VERIFICATIONS

After the crane has been built, a Government Representative will make a complete physical inspection and inventory of the crane, its components, materials, and spare parts against the contract requirements and approved drawings. All critical dimensions will be measured and verified.

2. FACTORY TESTING

The Contractor shall demonstrate the following:

· The crane structure can handle the required loads at the required working radii

· The main hoist winch can handle the required load at the required single line speed

· The auxiliary hoist can handle the required load at the required single line speed

· The HPU runs without leaks

· The HPU alarms and shutdowns

· The diesel engine sufficiently powers the HPU

· Power down capability

All tests shall be performed in the presence of a Government representative and an ABS representative.

3. TANK TIGHTNESS TEST

The crane tanks (fuel oil and hydraulic oil) shall be tested for tightness. The tanks shall be filled with air to 5 psi and left to stand in a filled condition for a period of 30 minutes. Tank boundaries shall be inspected for leaks with a sprayed solution of dish liquid detergent and water.

4. CRANE COMPARTMENT WEATHER TIGHTNESS

Test the doors and windows, any exterior gaskets or seals and all hose or pipe penetrations into the crane using a water hose directed downward or horizontally (not upwardly). Water should not be able to pass into the interior of the crane. Should any door or window prove defective, the crane contractor shall replace the door or window with another one that will pass the test.

5. FUEL OIL SYSTEM

Test the system with air to a pressure of 50 psi. Spray liquid dish detergent water solution on all system welds and joint connections and check for…