MV_Caroline_Removal_SOW_03112014.pdf

SCOPE OF WORK

TO

REMOVE AN OBSTRUCTON TO NAVIGATION

FROM

SHEM CREEK

1. Scope of Work

Provide all equipment , supplies and personnel required to remove the and properly dispose of a sunken wooden vessel, Caroline from Shem Creek, Mt. Pleasant , South Carolina in compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

2. Location

The vessel is tied up to a private dock at the end of Magwood Lane, Mt Pleasant South Carolina. The vessel is on the bottom with part of the superstructure exposed at high tide. The water depth is approximately 12 feet.

3. Vessel Description

The vessel is a 1926, 44.6 feet long wooden hull pleasure craft listed as being 13 gross tons. VIN is 225976. There are two engines that are in various states of assembly. There is a head/MSD on board (port side) and a water tank (capacity unknown) located in the stern aft of the cabin area. The vessel maybe divided into five compartments (not watertight).

4. Execution, Safety and Diving

All removal work and diving must be carried out in accordance with EM 385-1-1 “Safety and Health Requirements Manual” most recent edition and Occupational Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR 1910, Subpart T, most recent edition and all applicable USCG Regulations. The dive plan must be approved by the Charleston District Dive Coordinator.

4.1. The vessel was previously raised by the USCG. All fuel has been removed and the engine spaces cleaned to remove excessive oil, etc. by the USCG.

4.2. The contractor will not be allowed to use the private dock as a work platform for this contract and will responsible for any damages to the dock caused by the removal operation. The owner of the dock is Mrs. Lisa Sigmand 843-881-2726.

4.3. The vessel cannot be broken up in pieces in the water for removal.

5. Schedule

The contractor shall mobilize as soon as possible but not longer than fourteen calendar days after contract award. Work shall be continuous and completed within 10 working days.

6. Disposal of Vessel

The vessel will become the property of the contractor The contractor will be responsible for removal and disposal of recovered debris and vessel shall be in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Removal and disposal of waste materials, effluents, trash, garbage, oil, grease, chemicals, etc., if encountered shall be in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations. The contractor shall provide documentation of the disposition of the debris, waste materials, effluents, trash, garbage, oil, grease, chemicals or vessel.

Location Map

Sunken vessel in front of red roof building

Magwood Lane

Shem Creek