W912P518T0046-0001.pdf

CONTRACTING BRANCH (EJC)

EUGENIA.J.CORDER@USACE.ARMY.MIL

110 NINTH AVE SOUTH, ROOM A405

NASHVILLE TN 37203-3817

W38XDD81523729

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

Project: Watts Bar / Nickajack Locks, Gearbox Inspection, Cleaning & Reporting

The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Post Q&A and List of Changes to Performance Work Statement;

2. Extend Quote Due Date from 9 August 2018 at 10:00 AM local time to 15 August 2018 at 10:00 AM local time;

3. Attach REV Performance Work Statement (all changes are highlighted in yellow ); and

4. Update FAR clause 52.252-3.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 15

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 08-Aug-2018

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 W912P518T0046

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

19-Jul-2018

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 X is extended, 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

09-Aug-2018

CODE

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS-CELRN-RC-N

DIRECTORATE OF CONTRACTING

110 9TH AVENUE SOUTH, RM A680

NASHVILLE TN 37203

W912P5 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE W912P5

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912P518T0046

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Amendment Questions for Watts Bar and Nickajack Lock, Gearbox Inspection, Cleaning and Reporting:

Project: Watts Bar and Nickajack Lock, Gearbox Inspection, Cleaning and Reporting

This solicitation is being amended to address the questions asked during the question period.

1. QUESTION: Can you please provide the manufacture of the winch/gearbox?

ANSWER: Manufacturer data for each gearbox is provided in paragraph 12 of the Performance Work Statement.

2. QUESTION: Are there drawings or part numbers for the gearboxes?

ANSWER: Gearbox part number information is provided in paragraph 12 of the Performance Work Statement. Drawings are not available.

3. QUESTION: The High speed Gearbox for the Tow Haulage unit at Nickajack has no inspection cover. Will contractor be required to split the case?

ANSWER: No. The Tow Haulage High Speed gearbox has been removed from the Performance Work Statement.

The question period has closed therefore, no questions will be accepted following the issuance of this amendment.

List of Changes to CLIN 0001:

The CLIN 0001 has been amended by removing the requirement for “and one (1) high-speed” Gearbox for Nickajack Locks’ Tow Haulage Winch.

List of Changes to Performance Work Statement:

1. In paragraph 1, the Scope has been amended by removing the requirement for “one (1) high-speed gearbox for

Nickajack Locks’ Tow Haulage Winch”.

2. In paragraph 4, the Work Hours have been amended to address emergency operation of the lock during the performance of the contract for both locations.

3. In paragraph 8, the Utilities have been amended to address the availability of specific utilities.

4. In paragraph 9.6, the Product Data has a typographical error that has been corrected and ‘operate’ has been changed to ‘operation.’

5. In paragraph 12, the Existing Equipment has been amended by removing the requirement for “one (1) high-speed gearbox for Nickajack Locks’ Tow Haulage Winch”.

6. In Paragraph 13.2, Watts Bar: High-Speed Miter Gate, Culvert Vale and Tow Haulage Gearboxes, the requirement to uncouple shafts and replace seals have been removed. Changed ‘Remove and replace oil’ to ‘Filter or replace oil’. Removed the following bullets:

Uncouple input shaft to electric motor and repair seal surface on shaft and housing if necessary, then replace oil seal.

Remove and replace output shaft oil seal.

7. In paragraph 13.3: Changed wording for desiccant canister to desiccant canister/air breather.

8. Paragraph 13.4., Nickajack Lock: High-Speed Tow Haulage Gearbox, this requirement was deleted.

9. In paragraph 14.1.2, Drain Oil, the paragraph has been replaced. It is the contractor option to filter existing or provide new oil. Should the contractor decide to provide new oil to fulfill contract cleanliness requirements; the existing oil shall become the property of the contractor and shall be removed from the worksite at no additional expense to the Government.

10. In paragraph 14.1.4, Remove and replace AirBreather/Desiccant Canisters, the paragraph has been replaced.

11. In paragraph 14.1.5, Filter/Replace oil has a typographical error that has been corrected and ‘addition’ has been changed to ‘additional’.

*****END OF SECTION*****

REV PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

GEARBOX INSPECTION, CLEANING, AND REPORT

FOR

WATTS BAR AND NICKAJACK LOCKS

1. SCOPE

Furnish all plant, labor, materials, and equipment to perform Gearbox Inspection, Cleaning and Reporting in accordance with the Performance Work Statement on all work described herein on nine (9) each low-speed & nine (9) each high-speed gearboxes for Watts Bar Locks’ Tow Haulage winch, upper and lower Miter Gates and valve Machinery, and four (4) each low-speed. USACE will provide equipment, equipment operator and qualified rigging personnel to provide contractor personnel safe access to the work specified here in.

2. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Watts Bar Lock, 185 Watts Bar Landing Lane, Decatur, TN 37322 Nickajack Lock, 3490 TVA Road, Jasper, TN 37347

3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

All requirements herein shall be complete within ninety (90) calendar days of notice of contract award. At each worksite, all onsite work shall be completed within thirty (30) contiguous calendar days.

4. WORK HOURS

At Watts Bar Lock, onsite work shall be performed Monday through Thursday between the local hours of 0700 and 1730. Watts Bar Lock is located in the Eastern Time Zone.

At Nickajack Lock, onsite work shall be performed Monday through Thursday between the local hours of 0600 and 1630. Nickajack Lock is located in the Central Time Zone.

Contractor shall comply with all special scheduling requirements listed herein for each work location.

Emergency Operation: In the rare event that the government deems that a lockage should be required for emergency or other inherently governmental purpose, the contractor shall immediately and diligently perform actions to return the lock to operation. Contractor shall perform their work in such a manner that the lock can be returned to operation in no more than two (2) hours.

All work shall be scheduled in such a manner that the lock is returned to operation by the end of each work day.

No onsite work shall be permitted at any worksite on federally observed holidays.

2018 Federally Observed Holidays

Date Holiday Monday, January 1 New Year’s Day Monday, January 15 Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Monday, February 19 Washington’s Birthday Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Tuesday, July 4 Independence Day Monday, September 3 Labor Day Monday, October 8 Columbus Day Friday, November 12 Veterans Day Thursday, November 22 Thanksgiving Day Monday, December 25 Christmas Day

2019 Federally Observed Holidays

Date Holiday Monday, January 1 New Year’s Day Monday, January 21 Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Monday, February 18 Washington’s Birthday Monday, May 27 Memorial Day Tuesday, July 4 Independence Day Monday, September 2 Labor Day Monday, October 14 Columbus Day Friday, November 11 Veterans Day Thursday, November 28 Thanksgiving Day Monday, December 25 Christmas Day Source: opm.gov

5. SAFETY

All contractor’s means and methods of performing the work shall be conducted in a safe manner. Applicable provisions of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, as well as any and all federal, state and local requirements shall govern the work performed. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers safety manual may be located at:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf

6. SECURITY

All contractors and all associated sub-contractors shall comply with applicable District and local security policies and procedures. The contractor shall provide any/all requested information required for background checks, background investigations and/or to meet installation/facility access requirements to be accomplished by the District Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any installation or facility change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

Background Investigation Requirements:

This work is being performed in a controlled area, but is expected to last less than a month. The investigation requirements fall under Category B1 for US Citizens and Category C for Foreign Nationals.

Contract employees shall be escorted by a USACE employee while within the restricted area.

7. SCHEDULING OF WORK

A site visit is recommended so that the Contractor can determine accessibility of the work area, availability of utilities, and the type of equipment that will be needed. Site access should be coordinated with the Lockmaster.

8. UTILITIES

Contractor shall supply all utilities for employees including toilet, potable water, electrical, etc.

Electrical service will be made available to the contractor near each work location however distance, voltage rating, connection type and loading capability at each location may differ. It is the contractor’s responsibility to survey each site carefully prior to beginning the work. Should the governments service availability differ from the particular needs of the contractor, the governments will not modify their service and the contractor shall provide alternate means at no additional cost to the government.

Service water is available near each work location however connection types, size, and available pressure may vary from location to location. Should the governments available water not meet the particular needs of the contractor, the contractor will be responsible for providing their own utility at no additional cost to the government.

Connection to the governments’ compressed air service will not be available to the contractor.

9. SUBMITTALS. The contractor shall submit the following for approval:

9.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE

Contractor’s initial project schedule shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. The contractor’s project schedule shall clearly indicate the work to be performed, deration of time required for each work item, and adherence to general and site specific scheduling requirements outlined herein. The project schedule shall be maintained and updated regularly. Submit schedule updates with the contractor’s monthly progress reports.

9.2 WEEKLY PROGRESS REPORTS

Contractor shall provide to the COR by the end of each work week, a narrative describing the work completed during that week. The weekly report shall also include the plan for the following week, any potential issues and an estimated work completion date.

9.3 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS

All work shall be conducted in a safe and orderly manner. Contractor’s site specific Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. Government approval of this submittal is required prior to commencement of physical work. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

9.4 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

Contractor shall prepare an Accident Prevention Plan within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. This submittal shall include accident reporting procedures and emergency plans to ensure employee safety in case of fire, medical or other emergencies. Government approval of this submittal is required prior to commencement of physical work. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

9.5 MATERIAL TRANSPORTATION, USE AND STORAGE PLAN

A plan indicating the contractor’s adherence to manufacturer recommendations, OSHA, NFPA and USACE safety and Occupational Health requirements for the transportation, use and storage of chemicals, materials, substances and waste shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. This submittal shall clearly demonstrate the contractor’s ability to control and prevent leakage, spills or any other action that could contaminate people, animals, food, water, equipment, materials and/or environment. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

9.6 PRODUCT DATA

Product data for all materials, fluids, and equipment to be installed shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. Product data shall provide the Government sufficient information for proper operation and maintenance of the equipment as-well-as demonstrate the products appropriateness of the given application. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

9.7 TEST AND ANALYSIS

All tests and analysis performed shall be included as an attachment to each gearbox report.

9.8 REPORT OF GEARBOX CONDITION

Reports shall include sufficient detail in words, photographs, graphs, charts or other methods specified herein, to fully describe the ‘as found’ and ‘as left’ condition of the equipment. The reports shall include a section discussing recommended work. The report shall include a section detailing suggested materials and equipment to be maintained at the worksite for ideal maintenance/operation of the equipment.

10. WARRANTY

The Contractor shall warranty all work for a period of one (1) year from acceptance by the Government.

11. COORDINATION

The Contractor shall establish and maintain coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers throughout the project.

Point of Contact Watts Bar Lock:

Gary Fleeman (423) 334-3522 Gary.R.Fleeman@usace.army.mil

Nickajack Lock:

Paul Weaver (423) 942-3986 Paul.C.Weaver@usace.army.mil

Technical POC:

Michael Murphy (423) 870-7674 Michael.K.Murphy@usace.army.mil

12. EXISTING EQUIPMENT (INFORMATION DELETED)

Watts Bar Lock o Lower Land Gate High Speed Gear Box Manufacturer: The Clifton Corporation Location: Watts Bar Lock Gate Motor Power: 15 HP Input RPM: 1,750 RPM

Output RPM: 64.058 RPM Total Ratio: 1 / 27.27 (Actual: 1 / 27.82) Oil Capacity: ISO VG #220 (Approx. 42 Liters) Service Factor: 1.5 Total Weight: 1102 LBS (Approx.)

Contract No.: W912P5-06-0088 Date of Mfg: Nov. 2006 Model No.: SHC 20 Serial No.: 16545 E o Lower Land Gate Low Speed Gear Box Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 8 Serial No.: E83845B Type: 200 RSVX Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 64.2 Ratio: 20.2 to 1 H.P.: 15 AGMA Rating Class:

Our Lubricant No.: 7 Shipping Date: 10/10/40 o Lower Land Valve High Speed Gear Box Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 3 Serial No.: E83548A Type: 12-N D Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 1750 Ratio: 70 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

Our Lubricant No.: 6 Shipping Date: 9/20/40 o Lower Land Valve Low Speed Gear Box Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 5 Serial No.: E83548B Type: 30-N D Issue No.:

Input R.P.M.: 25 Ratio: 42 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

Shipping Date: 9/28/40 o Upper Land Gate High Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp

Unit No.: 2 Serial No.: E83845A Type: 12-N D Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 1750 Ratio: 27.25 to 1 H.P.: 15 AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper Land Gate Low Speed Gear Box: NAMEPLATE IS MISSING Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 6 (ASSUME) Serial No.: E83845B (ASSUME) Type: 200 RSVX (ASSUME) Issue No.: 1 (ASSUME) Input R.P.M.: 64.2 (ASSUME) Ratio: 20.2 to 1 (ASSUME)

H.P.: 15 (ASSUME)

AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper Land Valve High Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 4 Serial No.: E83548A Type: 12-N D Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 1750 Ratio: 70 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper Land Valve Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 6 Serial No.: E83548B Type: 30-N D Issue No.:

Input R.P.M.: 25 Ratio: 42 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

o Lower River Gate High Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 4 Serial No.: E83845A Type: 12-N D Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 1750 Ratio: 27.25 to 1 H.P.: 15 AGMA Rating Class:

Our Lubricant No.: 6 Shipping Date: 9/20/40

Watts Bar Lock o Lower River Gate Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 7 Serial No.: E83845B Type: 200 RSVX Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 64.2 Ratio: 20.2 to 1 H.P.: 15 AGMA Rating Class:

o Lower River Valve High Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: The Clifton Corporation Location: Watts Bar Lock Valve Motor Power: 7.5 HP Input RPM: 1,750 RPM Output RPM: 25.328 RPM Total Ratio: 1 / 70 (Actual: 1 / 69.093) Oil Capacity: ISO VG #220 (Approx. 40 Liters) Service Factor: 1.5 Total Weight: 1213 LBS (Approx.)

Contract No.: W912P5-06-P-0066 Date of Mfg: Nov. 2006 Model No.: SHC 20 Serial No.: 16545 R o Lower River Valve Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 8 Serial No.: E83548B Type: 30-N D Issue No.:

Input R.P.M.: 25 Ratio: 42 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper River Gate High Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 3 Serial No.: E83845A Type: 12-N D Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 1750 Ratio: 27.25 to 1 H.P.: 15 AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper River Gate Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 5 Serial No.: E83845B Type: 200 RSVX Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 64.2 Ratio: 20.2 to 1 H.P.: 15 AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper River Valve High Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 2 Serial No.: E83548A Type: 12-N D Issue No.: 1 Input R.P.M.: 1750 Ratio: 70 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

o Upper River Valve Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Foote Brothers, Gear and Machinery Corp Unit No.: 7 Serial No.: E83548B Type: 30-N D Issue No.:

Input R.P.M.: 25 Ratio: 42 to 1 H.P.: 7.5 AGMA Rating Class:

o Tow Haulage Unit High Speed Gear Box Manufacturer: Falk Model: 1OUWBQ2A32.N1 Mtg.: 1 Serial Number: 4763462 Date: 07/05 Ratio: 31.85 Motor Frame:

Lube: 7H Input Rating: 49.9 HP @ 1750 RPM Loc.: P

Nickajack Lock o Upper River Gate Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Philadelphia Gear Model: 3206T Serial No.: 66479 Order: 421518 H.P.: 30/10 Input RPM: 800/60 Output RPM: 29/42 o Lower River Gate Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Philadelphia Gear Model: 3206T Serial No.: 66480 Order: 421518 H.P.: 30/10 o Upper Land Gate Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Philadelphia Gear Model: 3206T Serial No.: 66481 Order: 421518 H.P.: 30/10 o Lower Land Gate Low Speed Gear Box

Manufacturer: Philadelphia Gear Model: 3206T Serial No.: 66482 Order: 421518 H.P.: 30/10

13. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Contractor shall perform the following tasks:

13.1 Watts Bar Lock: Low-Speed Miter Gate and Culvert Valve Gearboxes Inspect and report the as-found condition of all gearboxes Remove existing oil Thoroughly clean interior of gearboxes Replace oil filters Remove and replace desiccant canisters/air breather as specified herein Filter or replace oil Reassemble gearbox and return to service Perform functional and operational tests upon completion of work Provide written report of all findings Provide sufficient quantity of spare oil filters for twelve (12) month maintenance cycle

13.2 Watts Bar Lock: High-Speed Miter Gate, Culvert Valve and Tow Haulage Gearboxes

Inspect and report the as-found condition of gearboxes Replace gasket to inspection cover if necessary Filter or replace oil Remove and replace air breather as specified herein Reassemble gearbox and return to service Perform functional and operational tests upon completion of work

13.3 Nickajack Lock: Low-Speed Miter Gate Gearboxes

Inspect and report the as-found condition of all gearboxes Remove existing oil Thoroughly clean interior of gearboxes Replace oil filters Remove and replace desiccant canisters/air breather as specified herein Filter or replace oil Reassemble gearbox and return to service Perform functional and operational tests upon completion of work

Provide sufficient quantity of spare oil filters for twelve (12) month maintenance cycle

14. EXECUTION OF TASKS

14.1 General

The work covered under this contract shall consist of the contractor furnishing all equipment, labor, materials, and supervision required to perform the required work. The Contractor shall complete all work using standard methods used throughout the industrial machine industry. This section describes the minimum requirements for work required in section 10. DESCRIPTION OF WORK.

14.1.1 Inspection:

A comprehensive visual inspection and report of the gearboxes shall be provided.

14.1.1.1 External Gearbox examination:

Perform a thorough external examination of the gearboxes taking note of any signs of leakage, or other damage. Note the condition of all structural fasteners and measure and report their tightening torque. Inspect all surfaces including structural interfaces for corrosion or movement. Examine the inspection port cover(s) for bolt tightness and for proper seal. Inspect all external surfaces and components for signs of overheating. Inspect the breather. Report any oil leaks at the shaft seals.

14.1.1.2 External Gearbox examination:

Areas around the inspection ports shall be cleaned prior to the internal inspection to prevent the ingress of contaminants. Take care when removing the inspection port to prevent objects such as bolts, tools or other contaminates from entering the gearbox. Inspect internal surfaces and components for signs of overheating. Observe the condition of the gears, shafts, surfaces and bearings. Document the condition of gears and bearings with photographs and written descriptions.

14.1.1.3 Inspection of Lubricant:

Collect samples of the lubricant from an area near the gearset for analysis. Provide results for the analysis with the inspection report.

14.1.1.4 Inspection of Lubrication System:

The gearbox lubrication system shall be examined, cleaned and adjusted as required to insure proper operation.

14.1.1.5 Inspection of Filtration System:

The oil filters and magnetic plugs shall be examined for wear debris and contamination.

14.1.1.6 Gear Tooth Contact Patterns:

Record gear tooth contact patterns for no-load condition using tooth marking grease and transparent tape. Record gear tooth contact patterns for loaded condition using machinist’s layout lacquer and transparent tape. Other methods or recording gear tooth contact patterns may be submitted for approval.

14.1.1.7 Macropitting:

Record macropitting on gear teeth using marking grease and transparent tape.

Fully describe the tooth location and orientation with the record.

14.1.1.8 Micropitting:

Record micropitting with graphite and transparent tape. Fully describe the tooth location and orientation with the record.

14.1.2 Drain Oil:

Drain the existing oil. Oil to be removed for service shall become the property of the contractor.

All oil must be removed from the lock wall area of the worksite each day. Lockmaster will designate a staging area where the contractor may relocate materials.

14.1.3 Thoroughly clean interior of gearboxes

Clean all internal surfaces including a thorough flushing of the system to remove water, rust, sludge, varnish/lacquer and other chemical contaminants, sediments, and all organic and inorganic particulate matter present due to construction, normal ingress, internal generation and/or component wear. Flushing fluid shall be compatible with all system components and lubricating fluids. Contractor shall demonstrate, by lab test, prior to refilling the gearboxes with oil that the cleanliness is 16/14/12 (ISO 4406:99).

14.1.4 Remove and replace Air Breather/Desiccant Canisters

Replace Air Breather on all gearboxes. In such cases where an air breather does not currently exist, contractor shall install one. Replacement breather shall be Faulk AirMax (6721116) or approved equal. Operating range shall be -40°F to 200°F, 2-year scheduled changeout, and internal media shall prevent the ingress of water and the egress for oil in high humidity environments. Submit product data for approval.

14.1.5 Filter/Replace oil

Existing oil shall be filtered to remove fine particles, varnish and dissolved, emulsified, and free water. Independent laboratory test shall confirm particle count meets or exceeds 17/15/12 per ISO 4406:99 for oil cleanliness to be acceptable. Independent laboratory shall perform Karl Fischer test to confirm water level is equal or less than 100 ppm (.010 percent). Submit test results for approval. At the contractors option it will be acceptable to supply new oil fully compatible with existing Gear Lubricant. New oil shall meet the same cleanliness requirements as filtered oil. If other than existing lubricant is to be used, submit product data and compatibility test results for approval.

Fill gearboxes to manufacturers’ recommended level using existing and/or makeup fluid. Provide additional one (1) 55-gallon drum of makeup oil.

14.1.6 Reassemble gearbox and return to service

Reassemble gearboxes in a professional manner being sure that all surfaces are properly mated, bolts are properly torqued, and no contaminates have entered the gearboxes.

14.1.7 Perform function and operation tests upon completion of work

Upon completion of reassemble and in the presence of the Governments representative; perform functional and operational static and dynamic tests that verifies proper alignment and operation.

14.1.8 Provide written report of all findings

Contractor shall provide within fourteen (14) days of the completion of the work a detailed and compressive report of all findings. The report shall additionally include a section detailing suggested O&M practices, recommended upgrades and/or repairs, and a list of suggested spare/on-hand parts.

15. WORK SITE & ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

The Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of the work area from damage and upon completion of the work shall leave existing works in a condition equal to that which existed when the work started. All work, storage of materials, and construction plant shall be kept within the limits of the areas assigned. Prior to construction operations, the Contractor shall confer with the Lockmaster to determine the proximity of any possible in wall, under-ground obstructions, pipe or equipment which could be damaged as a result of construction operations.

16. MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION

Mobilization shall include the equipment required to complete all work requirements. Demobilization shall consist of the removal from the site of all Contractors provided equipment after completion of the work.

The site shall be clean.

17. QUALITY CONTROL.

Contractor Quality Control. The contractor shall establish and maintain quality control to ensure compliance with the contract requirements and to maintain records of operations and quality control for all operations including, but not limited to, the following:

(1) The use of only approved materials and equipment.

(2) Qualified personnel

(3) The contractor shall provide the Government a copy of all records and tests

*****END OF SECTION*****

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 09-Aug-2018 10:00 AM to 15-Aug-2018 10:00 AM.

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

CLIN 0001

The CLIN extended description has changed from:

CLEANING, AND REPORTING. Furnish all plant, labor, materials, and equipment to perform all work described herein for Inspecting, Cleaning and Reporting on nine (9) each low-speed & nine (9) each high-speed gearboxes for Watts Bar Locks’ Tow Haulage winch, upper and lower Miter Gates and valve Machinery, and four (4) each low-speed and one (1) high-speed gearboxes for Nickajack Locks’ Tow Haulage Winch, and Miter Gate Machinery.

To:

CLEANING, AND REPORTING. Furnish all plant, labor, materials, and equipment to perform all work described herein for Inspecting, Cleaning and Reporting on nine (9) each low-speed & nine (9) each high-speed gearboxes for Watts Bar Locks’ Tow Haulage winch, upper and lower Miter Gates and valve Machinery, and four (4) each low-speed gearboxes for Nickajack Locks’ Tow Haulage Winch, and Miter Gate Machinery.

The following have been modified:

52.252-3 ALTERATIONS IN SOLICITATION (APR 1984)

Portions of this solicitation are altered as follows:

Amendment 0001 Project: Watts Bar / Nickajack Locks, Gearbox Inspection, Cleaning & Reporting

The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Post Q&A and List of Changes to Performance Work Statement;

2. Extend Quote Due Date from 9 August 2018 at 10:00 AM local time to 15 August 2018 at 10:00 AM local time;

3. Attach REV Performance Work Statement (all changes are highlighted in yellow); and

4. Update FAR clause 52.252-3.

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