A2 - Revised Solicitation PWS_BS_SHIPYARD (5yr ABS).pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

SHIPYARD REPAIR SERVICES

(5 Year ABS Inspection)

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, WILMINGTON DISTRICT

Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) “Brandy Station”

September 1, 2023

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and services to provide the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District, MPV “Brandy Station” with up to 90 days (section 5) of Shipyard Repair Services to accomplish all the repairs, maintenance, and modification items listed in this statement of work.

1.1. VESSEL DATA: Name: MPV “BRANDY STATION”

Class: Runnymede

Type: Landing Craft Utility (LCU-2005)

Length: 174 feet (53 m)

Beam: 42 feet (13 m)

Draft: 9 ft (2.7 m) light

8 ft (2.4 m) loaded / 4 ft (1.2 m)

Capacity: 350 short tons (318 tons)

Displacement: 575 long tons (584 t) – light

1,087 long tons (1,104 t) - loaded

Speed: 11.5 knots (13.2 mph)

Range: 10,000 nm at 12 kn – light

6,500 nm at 10 kn - loaded

* NOTE: The general information is provided as a general reference source only. The Contractor is responsible to confirm exact information by vessel check prior to commencement of work or material procurements.

In the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with the following documents and any references prescribed in this contract.

1.2. REFERENCES:

1.2.1. EM 385-1-1, USACE, Safety and Health Requirements Manual (Revision 30-Nov-2014).

1.2.1.1. Download from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Publications website:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/portals/76/publications/engineermanuals/em_385-1-1.pdf https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/portals/76/publications/engineermanuals/em_385-1-1.pdf

1.2.1.2. Install App from the Google Play Store online: https://play.google.com/store/apps - search for “EM

385-1-1 Safety Manual”

1.2.2. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 29 (Labor), Subtitle B (Regulations Relating to Labor), Part 1910 -

Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment.

1.2.2.1. Download from the eCFR website: https://www.ecfr.gov/

1.2.3. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 29 (Labor), Subtitle B (Regulations Relating to Labor), Part 1915 -

Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment, Subpart B (Confined and Enclosed

Spaces and Other Dangerous Atmospheres in Shipyard Employment).

1.2.4. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 29 (Labor), Subtitle B (Regulations Relating to Labor), Part 1915

(Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment), Subpart I - Personnel Protective

Equipment (PPE).

1.2.5. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 40 (Protection of Environment, Chapter I - Environmental Protection

Agency).

1.2.6. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 70, National Electric Code (NEC).

1.2.6.1. https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=70

1.2.7. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 312, Fire Protection of Vessels During Construction, Repair, and

Lay-Up, 2000 Edition.

1.2.7.1. https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=312

2. SPECIFICATIONS: The Contractor shall provide the following labor, materials, and services to accomplish all the repairs, maintenance, and modification items listed in this Performance Work Statement (PWS), while dry-docked for up to 90 days at the Contractor’s Shipyard. The Contractor shall adhere to all requirements, standards, certifications, and drawings listed in the Reference section of each line item of this statement of work.

2.1. A SITE VISIT will be available to ensure any/all questions can be addressed and answered on-site, prior to the submission of the estimate.

DATE: 16 October 2023

TIME: 0900 am CST

LOCATION: Port of Harlingen Authority

24633 E Port Rd

Harlingen, TX 78550

2.2. SITE VISIT POC’s: The Port Captain will be on-site during the site visit, and either the

2.2.1. JOEN PETERSEN, Port Captain

757-927-1297 joen.a.petersen@usace.army.mil

2.2.2. TALON SMITH, Captain

252-725-7814 talon.d.smith@usace.army.mil

2.2.3. COLBY JOHNSON, Assistant Chief

252-269-5245 colby.j.johnson@usace.army.mil https://play.google.com/store/apps https://www.ecfr.gov/ https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=70 https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=70 https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=312 https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=312 mailto:joen.a.petersen@usace.army.mil mailto:talon.d.smith@usace.army.mil mailto:colby.j.johnson@usace.army.mil

IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND THE SITE VISIT, PLEASE RSVP BY 13 October 2023 by 4:00 pm, TO terri.m.adams@usace.army.mil and Rosalind.m.shoemaker@usace.army.mil

2.3. SHIPYARD REQUIREMENTS

2.3.1. Provide proof of at least (3) recent contracts greater than $1M for shipyard repairs on ABS classed vessels, similar in size to the MPV Brandy Station, within the last (7) years.

2.3.2. Capability to perform at least 50% of the work, in-house.

2.3.3. Water Depth: The water depth must be sufficient at the pier/dockside, to ensure the vessel's lowest underwater appendage clears the bottom by at least two feet at Mean Low Water (MLW) conditions, for tidal rivers and other navigable waterways.

2.3.4. Collision Protection: Provide a fender system to prevent the vessel's sides from chafing and colliding with the pier or wharf while moored at the Contractor's facility. Ensure that no other vessel is moored alongside the vessel without specific permission from the COR/Port Engineer.

2.3.5. Provide documentation of ABS Welder Certifications.

2.4. CONTRACTOR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.4.1. The following are applicable to the extent they apply to all repairs, modifications, testing and adjustments:

2.4.1.1. Correspondence between the Contractor and USACE shall be accomplished via electronic medium.

Email will be expected to be used by all Contractors as the main source of correspondence between the Contractor and USACE. Required reports and documentation must be compatible with MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and MS Office products.

2.4.1.2. Provide a legible Planning Document with the following characteristics:

2.4.1.2.1. Shows overall period of performance for each work item, with start and stop dates of major subtasks.

2.4.1.2.2. Due dates for Critical Inspection Reports (CIR), Condition Found Reports (CFR), and any other events requiring the presence of a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Representative.

2.4.1.2.3. All documentation relating to inspections, attendances, reports, certifications, etc., throughout this Performance Work Statement (PWS) that is required to be submitted to the “Contracting

Officer Representative (COR) (or On-site Point of Contact (POC))” (section 6 & 7), shall be submitted via email, by the Contractor, Inspector, or On-sight POC, to the COR (section 6) within 5 business days of receipt.

2.4.2. The Contractor shall provide adequate on-site office space, to allow for the performance of the required contract oversite. This shall include, at a minimum, a climate-controlled workspace, bathroom access, adequate electric, phone, and internet access.

2.4.3. Provide an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) to the COR no later than 5 business days after contract award.

2.4.4. The work scope also includes various items required to satisfy the requirements of the American Bureau of

Shipping (ABS). The Contractor is responsible for the coordination associated with providing the ABS inspections and attendances.

2.4.5. The Contractor's work shall comply with ABS "Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels" and USCG

"Rules and Regulations for Subchapter I, Vessels" as found in the Code of Federal Regulations (Title 46, CFR).

2.4.6. Removal and/or relocation of any parts, equipment, fluids, etc. for interference or access shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Similarly, all interference and access removals shall be reinstalled by the mailto:Rosalind.m.shoemaker@usace.army.mil

Contractor at his/her expense. Any damage from removal or relocation of parts, equipment, etc. shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractor’s expense.

2.4.7. The Contractor shall provide weekly production updates to the Government Representatives on-site, and on a scheduled teleconference call. The weekly production updates shall provide a percentage of work completed, for each work item identified within this specification.

The Shipyard Project Manager (PM) or shipyard representative will meet daily with the Corps of Engineers

Contracting Officers Representative (COR) to discuss the work activities scheduled on the vessel. Additionally, the Shipyard PM will meet with the COR weekly to go over project progress and any potential delays or cost changes.

The Contractor shall provide a Quality control report daily report. This report shall detail how many man hours were spent on each CLIN on the contract. Reports shall be provided daily to the COR by noon the following business day.

2.4.8. The Contractor shall furnish the necessary facilities for and shall bear the expense of any movement of the vessel, while it is in the Contractor’s possession.

2.4.9. All vessel drawings and technical references will be provided upon request, or as needed.

2.4.10. The Contractor will be in compliance with the EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual

(Revision 30-Nov-2014), when USACE employees are visiting the Contractors site.

2.4.11. The Contractor shall provide a 24-hour watch service to respond to any emergencies / alarms on the vessel, while in the Contractor’s possession. The Contractor will be given a key to the vessel for use at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The Contractor shall provide the names and qualifications of the security watchman in writing to the COR. This information shall be submitted after the contract award date and shall be a prerequisite to the start of any work on the vessel.

2.4.12. The Contractor is responsible for physical security while the vessel is in the Contractor’s possession.

Physical means of preventing unauthorized access (i.e., gated access) to the vessel shall be provided in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 252.217-7016 - Plant Protection.

CLIN

DESCRIPTION ABS QTY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL COST

1 DRY-DOCKING 1 job $ $

ARRIVAL TESTING AND

INSPECTIONS

ABS 1 job $ $

BALLAST TANK SERVICES (ALL

TANKS)

ABS 1 job $ $

BALLAST TANKS ZINCS

RENEWAL

ABS 1 job $ $

5 GAS FREE SERVICES ABS 1 job $ $

6 DOCKING / HULL PLUGS ABS 25 ea $ $

INTERIOR CLEANING &

PAINTING

ABS 1 job $ $

EXTERIOR CLEANING &

PAINTING

ABS 1 job $ $

ANCHORS, CHAINS, & CHAIN

LOCKERS

ABS 1 job $ $

10 RUDDER SERVICES ABS 1 job $ $

RUDDERS POST & SHAFT

PACKING REPLACEMENTS

ABS 1 job $ $

12 ANODES / ZINC's ABS 1 job $ $

13 FUEL TANKS ABS 1 job $ $

FIRE SUPPRESION SYSTEM

SERVICE

ABS 1 job $ $

COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEM

SERVICE

1 job $ $

SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM /

MARINE SANITAION DEVICE

(MSD) SERVICE

ABS 1 job $ $

DAVIT CRANE INSPECTION

(RESCUE BOAT)

ABS 1 job $ $

18 TILLER ARMS ABS 1 job $ $

STERN TUBE & STRUT BEARING

REPLACEMENT

ABS 1 job $ $

SHAFT ALIGNMENT & BEARING

INSPECTION

ABS 1 job $ $

MAIN & EMERGENCY

SWITCHBOARD METERS

ABS 1 job $ $

CALIBRATE & SWING THE

MAGNETIC COMPASS (SET

DEVIATION)

ABS 1 job $ $

23 KEEL COOLER MAINTENANCE ABS 1 job $ $

PROPELLER SHAFTS - REMOVAL

AND REINSTALLATION

ABS 1 job $ $

PROPELLERS - REMOVAL AND

REINSTALLATION

ABS 2 ea $ $

26 PROPELLER REPAIRS ABS 1 job $ $

27 BOW THRUSTER SERVICE ABS 1 job $ $

28 SEA CHEST SERVICE ABS 1 job $ $

29 STEELWORK ABS 1 job $ $

30 WELD SEAMS ABS 1 job $ $

31 ULTRASONIC TESTING ABS 1 job $ $

32 ABS REVIEW & SURVEY 1 job $ $

BILGE & BALLAST PIPING

CORROSION

ABS 1 job $ $

OPTION - REPLACE WATER

REGULATING VALVES (NTE

$10K)

1 job $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00

OPTION - POTABLE WATER

PIPING SYSTEM REPAIRS (NTE $

50K)

1 job $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00

OPTION - OILY WATER

SEPARATOR (OWS) (NTE $20K)

1 job $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00

OPTION - FAN AND FAN BOOT

SERVICES (NTE $25K)

1 job $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00

38 STEERING ALARM SYSTEM 1 job $ $

OPTION - EXHAUST LAGGING

(NTE $90K)

1 job $ 90,000.00 $ 90,000.00

OPTION - EXHAUST HANGERS

(NTE $10K)

1 job $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00

OPTION - BOW RAMP SERVICE

(NTE $50K)

1 job $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00

OPTION - GENERATOR SERVICES

(NTE $15K)

1 job $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00

REBUILD (2) MAIN PROPULSION

ENGINES (OUT-OF-FRAME)

1 job $ $

OPTION - BOWTHRUSTER MOTOR

(NT-855) (NTE $10K)

1 job $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00

REPAIR STARBOARD MAIN

ENGINE UPPER EXHAUST

ABS 1 job $ $

OPTION - CLEAN AND PAINT

WATER TANKS (PORT & STBD)

(NTE $25K)

1 job $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00

OPTION - HYDRAULIC OIL TANK

SERVICES (NTE $125K)

1 job $125,000.00 $ 125,000.00

OPTION - WATERTIGHT DOORS

(NTE $15K)

1 Job $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00

49 OPTION - SEA TRIALS (NTE $25K) 1 job $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00

OPTION – HVAC REPLACEMENT

& INSTALLATION (NTE $200K)

1 job $200,000.00 $ 200,000.00

OPTION - ADDITIONAL RUDDER

REPAIRS (NTE $20K)

1 job $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00

OPTION - PURCHASE

ADDITIONAL STEEL PLATE (NTE

$20K)

1 job $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00

OPTION - ADDITIONAL WELDING

(NTE $30K)

1 job $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00

OPTION - MARINE ELECTRICAL /

ELECTRONICS SERVICES AND

SUPPLIES (NTE $30K)

1 job $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00

OPTION - MARINE

PLUMBING/PIPING SERVICES

AND SUPPLIES (NTE $30K)

1 job $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00

OPTION - MARINE DIESEL POWER

REPAIR SERVICES AND SUPPLIES

(NTE $40K)

1 job $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00

OPTION - TESTING, TRIALS, &

CERTIFICATIONS (NTE $20K)

1 job $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00

OPTION - HEAD REPAIRS (NTE

$30K) 1 job $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00

DEFINITE ITEMS TOTAL = $

OPTIONS TOTAL = $ 890,000.00

ESTIMATE TOTAL = $

1. DRY-DOCKING

1.1. REFERENCE(S):

1.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0915, entitled:

"Docking Plan."

1.1.2. DA Form 5587-R, Aug 2004, "Report of Dry-Docking, Painting and Condition of Vessel Bottom"

1.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

1.2.1. Dry-dock the vessel for underwater repairs to include sewage, electric, security, and safety. Obtain and record necessary data for inclusion in DA Form 5587-R, Aug 2004, "Report of Dry-Docking, Painting and

Condition of Vessel Bottom.”

1.2.2. Shift vessel on blocks for 100% percent cleaning and painting.

1.2.3. Refloat the vessel upon completion of all specified underwater repairs.

1.3. DOCKING REQUIREMENTS:

1.3.1. Provide suitable Dry-Docking facilities to dry-dock the vessel for underwater repairs.

1.3.2. Properly block the vessel to eliminate any undue stress or strain on the vessel's hull. Do not block on the two (2) transducers and bow thruster well.

1.3.3. Properly block vessel without obstructing the sea chests on the hull plating or the grid cooler assemblies/guard plate structures attached to the hull.

1.3.4. Necessary lay days, while dry-docked to accomplish underwater work outlined in this specification or additional work to complete an underwater repair item of this specification, shall be included in the bid price of this item.

1.3.5. Dry-Docking of the vessel shall commence within the first twenty-five (25) percent of the performance period.

1.3.6. Within five (5) business days of initial Dry-Docking of the vessel, take, record, and provide a written report of all initial readings required in Section II of DA Form 5587-R, 'Report of Dry-Docking'.

1.3.7. Contractor and COR (or on-site designee) checkpoints:

1.3.7.1.1. Inspect blocking of vessel to ensure transducers, sea chests, and bow thruster wells are not blocked.

1.3.7.1.2. Witness Dry-Docking of vessel.

1.4. REQUIREMENTS:

1.4.1. Prior to undocking vessel, the Contractor shall perform an inspection to ensure that all wooden plugs, blanks, and protective coverings are removed from the vessel. Upon completion of inspection, the

Contractor shall submit a written report to verify removal of above listed items to the COR (or on-site designee) a minimum of one (1) day prior to undocking vessel.

1.4.2. Witness shifting on blocks and undocking of the vessel.

1.4.3. Dry-Docking: Conforming to the above requirements, drydock the vessel for underwater repairs.

1.4.3.1. Dry-Docking Report (DA Form 5587-R, Nov 86):

1.4.3.1.1. Furnish the services of qualified personnel to obtain and record measurements, as indicated by the COR (or on-site designee), on those underwater fittings listed in Section II, "Condition of

Underwater Fittings," and to record data in Section IV, "Paint Record." Section II information shall be submitted to the COR (or on-site designee) within two (2) business days upon completion.

1.4.3.1.2. Within three (3) business days of final inspection by the COR (or on-site designee) for refloat, furnish the COR (or on-site designee) with all final measurements, quantities and paint information required to complete Section II and Section III of DA Form 5587-R, 'Report of

Dry-Docking'.

1.4.4. Undocking: Refloat the vessel upon completion of all specified underwater repairs.

2. ARRIVAL TESTING AND INSPECTIONS

2.1. SCOPE OF WORK:

2.1.1. Activate all the vessel’s machinery, systems, and components.

2.1.2. Service and test the vessel's machinery, systems, and components.

2.1.3. Perform an eight (8) hour dock trial and an eight (8) hour river/sea trial of all the vessel’s machinery, systems, and components.

2.2. REQUIREMENTS:

2.2.1. The activation and test shall commence no later than the first two (2) days after arrival of the vessel at the

Contractor's plant. The Contractor shall perform an eight (8) hour dock trial and an eight (8) hour river/sea trial on all machinery, equipment, electrical systems, and components.

2.2.2. The vessel shall be operated by a licensed qualified crew furnished by the Contractor. Crew shall be composed of a minimum of one (1) captain (Master), one (1) chief engineer, properly licensed and documented to meet US Coast Guard Standards. Provide one (1) marine electrician, two (2) diesel mechanics and two (2) outside machinists and additional personnel as required for the performance of trials and tests. The crew shall remain on board the vessel during the entire dock and river/sea trials.

2.2.3. The Contractor shall store, safeguard and restow all equipage and materials present at the initial survey.

2.2.4. Machinery gauge readings to include pressures, temperatures, voltages, amperes, rpms, and direction of travel shall be recorded by the Contractor’s personnel at fifteen (15) minute intervals.

2.2.5. Remove all covers from watertight and weathertight closures.

2.2.6. Make reconnections as required for the operation and testing of machinery, systems, and components as detailed in this specification item.

2.2.7. Furnish and install lubricants and coolant fluids as required for the operation of equipment and machinery.

2.3. INSPECTIONS/TESTS:

2.3.1. All machinery shall be turned by hand, serviced, and lubricated in accordance with current lubrication orders and manufacturer's recommendations.

2.3.2. Conduct a dock trial for a minimum of eight (8) hours.

2.3.3. Conduct a river/sea trial for a minimum of eight (8) hours with a full power run for minimum of one (1) hour.

2.3.4. Activate and operate the main engines in each direction and record all defects found.

2.3.5. Activate and operate each generator engine and record all defects found.

2.3.6. Inspect all machinery and hydraulic system(s) for oil and water leaks, abnormal temperatures, and pressures during operations.

2.3.7. Inspect for correct operation, all components of the battery charging system(s). Determine condition of all instruments and controls.

2.3.8. Activate and test intercommunication system, public address system and sound power phones.

2.3.9. Operate and test the air compressors and control air systems and determine conditions.

2.3.10. Record all pressures of each pump and air compressor(s). Inspect all piping systems during tests.

2.3.11. Operate all ventilation systems and inspect each system for defects.

2.3.12. Operate and test each water closet, water supply and flushing system. Inspect sewage system and piping condition.

2.3.13. Activate and test galley equipment.

2.3.14. Activate each generator and operate through main and emergency switchboard for electrical systems tests.

2.3.15. Activate and test all of the vessel's electrical systems. During electrical systems tests, replace missing and defective fuses and bulbs.

2.3.16. Operate and test the vessels steering systems and report any defects. Record hydraulic steering systems pressures.

2.3.17. Activate and test all vessels alarm systems, controls, instruments and gauges.

2.3.18. Perform operational test of the three anchor systems.

2.3.19. Perform operational test of bow ramp system.

2.3.20. Perform operational test of air conditioning systems.

2.3.21. Perform operational test of heating systems.

2.3.22. Test drinking water fountain/coolers.

2.3.23. Inspect chill boxes and freezers; adjust, maintain and record 34 degrees F - Chill Box, 10 degrees F -

Freezer Box.

2.3.24. Operate and test oil/water separator system.

2.3.25. Operate and test all electronic systems on bridge, alarms, and indicators.

2.3.26. Observe and record all readings of main engines, generator engines, machinery systems and components.

2.3.27. Operate and test sewage treatment, holding and transfer system.

2.3.28. Operate and test bow thruster system.

2.3.29. Operate and test all pumps.

2.4. TEST REPORT:

2.4.1. Furnish to the COR (or on-site designee) within three (3) business days after completion of dock and river/sea trials, one (1) rough copy of inspection results, followed by an original and four (4) typewritten copies within an additional two (2) business days.

2.4.2. Each test report shall contain the following information:

2.4.2.1. Each system or component test, conditions found.

2.4.2.2. All pressures, temperatures, gauge or meter readings, vessel or component defect, and any abnormal condition, which would interfere with the satisfactory operation of the vessel or vessel's systems.

2.4.2.3. All recommendations for additional work and component renewals not already contained in this specification.

2.4.2.4. The cost of each recommended additional work, labor hours, material, price and availability.

3. BALLAST TANK SERVICES (ALL TANKS)

3.1. REFERENCE(S):

3.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E803, entitled:

"General Arrangement Below Main Deck."

3.1.2. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E860, entitled:

"Tank Level Indication/Alarm Cabling and Elementary Wiring Diagram."

3.1.3. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0881, entitled:

"Bilge, Ballast & Firemain Diagram/Arrangement."

3.1.4. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled: "Painting of

Watercraft.”

3.1.5. Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC) Standards: https://galvanizeit.org/knowledgebase/article/sspc-surface-preparation-standards

3.1.6. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Washington, EP 1130-2-500, Pamphlet

No. 1130-2-500, DC 20314-1 000 Project Operations PARTNERS, AND SUPPORT (WORK

MANAGEMENT POLICIES) Chapter 7-7.

3.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

3.2.1. The Contractor shall open, pump out, clean, paint and perform repairs to the listed tanks as specified.

Recondition sounding tubes deck sockets and plugs.

3.2.2. Perform the wash cleaning and painting of each listed tank.

3.2.3. Replace the ballast tanks butterfly valves and remote operated gate valve, if needed.

3.3. TANK DATA:

3.3.1. Ballast Tank: SW-1.

Location: Forward centerline.

Capacity: Approx. 11,542 gallons

3.3.2. Ballast Tank: SW-2-S.

Location: Starboard forward.

Capacity: Approx. 14,028 gallons

3.3.3. Ballast Tank: SW-2-P.

Location: Port forward.

Capacity: Approx. 14,058 gallons

3.3.4. Ballast Tank: SW-5-S.

Location: Starboard mid-ship.

Capacity: Approx. 34,207 gallons

3.3.5. Ballast Tank: SW-5-P.

Location: Port midship.

Capacity: Approx. 34,328 gallons

3.3.6. Ballast Tank: SW-8-S.

Location: Starboard aft.

Capacity: Approx. 7,246 gallons

3.3.7. Ballast Tank: SW-8-P.

https://galvanizeit.org/knowledgebase/article/sspc-surface-preparation-standards

Location: Port aft.

Capacity: Approx. 7,257 gallons

3.4. VALVES DATA:

3.4.1. Quantity: Fifteen (15)

Description: Fourteen (14) Valve, BTFL, WFR, CL200; and one (1) gate.

3.5. VALVE LOCATIONS:

3.5.1. Four (4) valves for seawater ballast tanks SW-2P and SW-2S, starboard side of bow thruster room near

Frame 14.

3.5.2. Four (4) valves for seawater ballast tanks SW-5P and SW5S, starboard side of engine room tunnel near

Frame 23 and Frame 25.

3.5.3. Six (6) valves for seawater ballast tanks SW-8P and SW-8S, starboard side of engine room near watertight bulkhead #44.

3.5.4. One (1) remote operated gate valve for seawater ballast tank SW-1C.

3.6. REQUIREMENTS:

3.6.1. Comply with the "gas freeing" requirement contained in contract line item number 4, of this statement of work.

3.6.2. In the performance of this item, the Contractor shall dispose of all waste products in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

3.6.3. The COR (or on-site designee) will witness testing for surface contaminants as well as inspect prepared and painted surfaces prior to the application of subsequent paint coatings.

3.6.4. Obtain from the vessel all dimensions, design configurations and material requirements for the performance of this specification item.

3.6.5. All new materials shall be abrasive blasted to white metal (SSPC-SP5) and primer paint applied prior to installation.

3.6.6. Bared surfaces shall not be allowed to stand overnight without applying primer paint.

3.6.7. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags.

NOTE: Requests to deviate from the specified paint system shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting

Officer with all applicable documentation. Written authorization shall be received from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with any deviation. Inclusion of a paint system in the referenced technical bulletin is not authorization to deviate from the specification requirements.

3.7. CLEANING/REMOVALS/REINSTALLATIONS:

3.7.1. Remove access cover securements and open listed tanks.

3.7.2. Pump out any liquids and wash down tanks as required for removal of mud, sediment, and foreign matter.

3.8. ATMOSPHERIC VENT BALL CHECK VALVES:

3.8.1. Unship and overhaul each atmospheric vent ball check valve for each ballast tank.

3.8.2. Replace all vent screens; replace missing and defective vent balls.

3.8.3. Replace missing, defective, and incorrect hardware.

3.9. SOUNDING TUBES AND DECK SOCKETS:

3.9.1. Re-tap sounding tube deck sockets for acceptance of socket plugs for each ballast tank. Apply anti-seize compound to threads. Replace missing, defective, and incorrect socket plugs.

3.9.2. Replace missing, defective, and incorrect socket plugs.

3.9.3. Reach Rod Assemblies: Free-up and lubricate each reach rod assembly. Replace missing or defective connecting hardware.

3.10. ACCESS COVERS:

3.10.1. Fair up access covers and bolting rings mating surfaces.

3.10.2. Tap bolting ring securement holes for acceptance of access covers fasteners as required.

3.11. INSPECTION:

3.11.1. Inspect interior surfaces of listed ballast tanks for structural damage, condition of piping and valves, and surface preparation prior to painting

3.12. REPORT:

3.12.1. Upon completion of inspection, submit to the COR (or on-site designee) a typewritten original and four (4) copies of a report listing recommended additional work.

3.13. PRESSURE WASH CLEANING AND PAINTING:

3.13.1. Pressure wash clean free of loose paint, scale, rust and debris (SSPC-SP3) all interior surfaces of the listed ballast tanks to include access covers and access covers’ bolting rings.

3.13.2. To all bared surfaces, apply one (1) spot coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, light red primer, or equal, for a

DFT of 5-7 mils.

3.13.3. To all spot primed surfaces, apply one (1) spot coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, white, or equal, for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

3.14. REINSTALLATION:

3.14.1. Upon completion of all related repairs and final inspection by the COR (or on-site designee), close all ballast tanks and leave ready for service.

3.14.2. Replace access covers gaskets. Contractor furnished gaskets shall be fabricated from 1/8-inch thick black neoprene rubber.

3.14.3. Replace missing, defective, and incorrect securements.

3.14.4. Valve Re-installation: Furnish new gaskets, replace missing and defective fasteners and install valves leaving systems leak-free.

3.14.5. Valve Re-installation: Paint valves and disturbed areas to match existing color scheme of the system.

3.15. TESTS:

3.15.1. Perform a two (2) psi air test for ten (10) minutes on each ballast tank. Tests shall be conducted in the presence of the COR (or on-site designee).

3.15.2. A zero (0) psi pressure drop in a ten (10) minute period with air supply disconnected shall constitute a successful test.

3.15.3. Eliminate all leaks associated with repairs.

3.15.4. Subsequent tests shall be conducted to prove ballast tanks leak free

3.15.5. Valve Testing: Perform a leak-free 35 PSI hydro test on both sides of each new valve in the presence of the

COR (or on-site designee).

4. BALLAST TANKS ZINCS RENEWAL

4.1. REFERENCE:

4.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0915, entitled:

4.2. MATERIAL DATA:

4.2.1. Quantity: 45.

Size: 12” x 6” x 1 1/4”.

Type: ZHC-23.

4.2.2. Quantity: As required.

Size: 1/2" x 1 1/2" thread stud.

Type: Steel-zinc coated

Description: Anode mounting stud.

4.2.3. Quantity: As required.

Size: 1/2" UNC-13 locknut, elastic.

Type: Steel-zinc coated.

Description: Securement nut.

4.3. TANKS DATA:

4.3.1. Name: SW-1C.

Location/Frame: Centerline Frame 5.

Quantity: Seven (7).

4.3.2. Name: SW-2P.

Location/Frame: Port side Frame 15.

Quantity: Six (6).

4.3.3. Name: SW-2S.

Location/Frame: Starboard side Frame 15.

Quantity: Six (6).

4.3.4. Name: SW-5P.

Location/Frame: Port side Frame 20.

Quantity: Nine (9).

4.3.5. Name: SW-5S.

Location/Frame: Starboard side Frame 20.

Quantity: Nine (9).

4.3.6. Name: SW-8P.

Location/Frame: Port side Frame 44.

Quantity: Four (4).

4.3.7. Name: SW-8S.

Location/Frame: Starboard side Frame 44.

Quantity: Four (4).

4.4. SCOPE OF WORK:

4.4.1. Furnish listed materials.

4.4.2. Remove all existing mounted zinc anodes and replace missing and defective securements in the referenced ballast tanks.

4.4.3. Secure zinc anodes to interior of the referenced ballast tanks.

4.5. REMOVALS:

4.5.1. Remove existing zinc anodes mounted in the referenced ballast tanks.

4.5.2. Protect mounting studs for the completion of the ballast tank cleaning and painting specification item.

4.5.3. Replace missing and defective mounting studs and install as original configuration.

4.6. ZINC ANODE INSTALLATION:

4.6.1. Upon completion of ballast tank cleaning and painting, clean mounting studs free of foreign matter and secure anodes to interior of the referenced ballast tanks with elastic locknuts. Cut off excess stud material.

5. GAS FREE SERVICES

5.1. REFERENCE(S):

5.1.1. OSHA Safety and Health Administration Standards

Part Number: 1917

Part Number Title: Marine Terminals

Subpart: 1917 Subpart G

Subpart Title: Related Terminal Operations and Equipment

Standard Number: 1917.152

Title: Welding, cutting, and heating (hot work)[12] (See also § 1917.2, definition of Hazardous cargo, materials, substance, or atmosphere).

GPO Source: e-CFR

5.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

5.2.1. In the performance of any burning, heating, or welding required to accomplish the repairs specified in this item, it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide a "gas free" or "safe for hotwork" certificate to the COR (or on-site designee), certifying that all tanks and other adjacent areas in the way of repairs and alterations are free of gas and other fire hazards.

5.2.2. The Contractor shall ensure that all areas requiring Welding/Hot Work, under this statement of work, shall be Gas Free.

5.2.3. Gas freeing consists of a series of operations in which cargo vapor is replaced with inert gas which, in turn is purged with air to prevent an explosion hazard.

5.2.4. This shall include all tanks, bunkers, voids, and confined spaces where work under this statement of work may occur.

5.3. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

5.3.1. During gas freeing operations, only personnel directly involved in the gas freeing operations shall be allowed on the main deck.

5.3.2. In the performance of any burning, heating, or welding required to accomplish the specified repairs, it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide a "Gas Free" or "Safe for Hotwork" Certificate to the

COR (or on-site designee), certifying that all tanks and other adjacent areas in the way of repairs and alterations are free of gas and other fire hazards.

6. DOCKING / HULL PLUGS

6.1. REFERENCE(S):

6.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0915, entitled:

6.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

6.2.1. The Contractor shall remove, inspect, and replace as needed, all (25) Docking/Hull plugs.

7. INTERIOR CLEANING & PAINTING

7.1. REFERENCE(S):

7.1.1. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Washington, EP 1130-2-500, Pamphlet

7.1.2. Surface Preparation Standards (SSPC) https://galvanizeit.org/knowledgebase/article/sspc-surface-preparation-standards

7.1.3. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center, Drawing Number 13228E0935, Rev A, entitled: “LCU Label Plate Booklet.”

7.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

7.2.1. Pressure wash and clean (SSPC), and paint all surfaces in the engine room bilges, tunnel bilge, bow thruster room bilges, and the aft steering compartment.

7.3. PRESSURE WASH PRECAUTIONS:

7.3.1. Precautions shall be taken to prevent damage to electrical wiring, fixtures, data and name plates, instruments of any other components not intended to be cleaned. Components damaged on the vessel in the performance of this item shall be repaired or replaced at the expense of the Contractor.

7.3.2. No pressure washing shall be performed until the COR (or on-site designee) has approved the installed methods of protection.

7.3.3. Contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local regulations when pressure wash cleaning, removing paint residue and disposal of all waste materials generated while performing this specification item.

7.4. REQUIREMENTS:

7.4.1. All bilge cleaning, weld repairs and a joint Contractor/COR (or on-site designee) inspection shall be completed prior to refloating the vessel.

7.4.2. Bared surfaces shall not be allowed to stand overnight without application of epoxy primer paint.

7.4.3. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags with borderlines struck clean, clear, and precise.

7.4.4. Contractor shall comply with temperature, wind and humidity requirements stated in Section V of the referenced technical bulletin.

7.4.5. Drying time between paint coatings shall be as recommended by the paint manufacturer and the referenced technical bulletin.

7.4.6. During paint drying and inspections, forced air ventilation shall be provided. Equipment requirements for the ventilation equipment and lighting are contained in the referenced technical bulletin.

7.4.7. Prior to applying each coat of primer or paint, prepared surfaces will be inspected and approved by the

COR (or on-site designee).

7.4.8. Waste products shall be disposed of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

NOTE: Requests to deviate from the specified paint system shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer with all applicable documentation. Written authorization shall be received from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with any deviation. Inclusion of a paint system in the referenced technical bulletin is not authorization to deviate from the specification requirements.

7.5. REMOVALS:

7.5.1. Remove all necessary deck plates from engine room, MCC area, tunnel and bow thruster compartment, prior to pressure washing, cleaning, and painting.

7.5.2. Remove other interferences in way of cleaning and painting.

7.6. PRESSURE WASHING:

7.6.1. Using a 5,000 – 10,000 psi pressure washer, power wash and degrease all surfaces of the engine room, tunnel, and bow thruster compartment bilges, in their entirety, including all piping, foundations, tank surfaces, structural members, shell and bulkhead plating up to nine (9) inches above deck plating, and deck plating support frames, free of dirt, debris, oil, grease and other foreign matter.

7.6.2. Upon completion of degreasing bilges, pump and dry all bilge areas, blow dry all machinery. Dispose of generated residue in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

7.7. AREAS TO BE PRESSURE WASH CLEANED (SSPC SPC3):

7.7.1. Pressure wash clean all structural framing, exposed shell plate, piping, foundations, tank surfaces, structural members, deck plating support frames, in their entirety, in the engine room, forward engine room, tunnel and bow thruster compartment bilges, free of all loose paint, dirt, debris, rust, scale and other foreign matter.

Feather all paint edges to allow a smooth painted surface.

7.8. PAINTING:

7.8.1. Apply to all cleaned bare metal surfaces, one (1) coat of Hempel, Hempadur 4588, light red, or equal, for a

DFT of 4-6 mils.

7.8.2. Prepare all surfaces for the acceptance of overall paint coatings.

7.8.3. Apply to all cleaned surfaces in the engine room bilge, and deck plate supports and up nine (9) inches above the deck plates, one (1) spot and one (1) overall coat of Hempel, Hempadur 4588, oxide red, or equal, for a DFT of 4-6 mils per coat.

7.9. DECK PLATES REFURBISHMENT:

7.9.1. High pressure water-blast all engine room, tunnel and bow thruster compartment deck plates, to remove all paint, dirt, debris, rust, scale and other foreign matter.

7.9.2. Reinstall all deck plates, using new securements. Replace all broken or damaged hinges, fasteners and label plates using Contractor furnished CRES material.

7.10. REINSTALLATION:

7.10.1. Reinstall all removals made for the performance of this item.

7.10.2. Replace any missing, defective, incorrect fasteners.

7.10.3. Upon completion of repairs and reinstallation, prove satisfactory operation in the presence of the COR (or on-site designee) (SPCC SP12).

7.10.4. Upon completion of Pressure Washing, Contractor shall perform testing of surfaces for contamination of chloride, ferrous salts, and sulfide residues.

7.10.5. Bared surfaces shall not be allowed to stand overnight without applying primer paint.

7.10.6. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags.

7.10.7. COR (or on-site designee) will inspect prepared and painted surfaces prior to the application of each subsequent paint coating.

7.10.8. Stripe coat all welds, edges, and irregular surfaces.

7.10.9. To all bared surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel, Hempadur 4588, light red, or equal, for a DFT of 4-6 mils.

7.10.10. To all Hempel, Hempadur 4588, light red coated surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel, Hempadur 4588, oxide red, or equal, for a DFT of 4-6 mils.

7.10.11. Reinstall all deck plates, using new securements. Replace all broken or damaged hinges, fasteners and label plates using Contractor furnished CRES material.

7.10.12. Upon completion of repairs and reinstallation, prove satisfactory operation in the presence of the COR (or on-site designee).

8. EXTERIOR CLEANING & PAINTING

8.1. REFERENCE(S):

8.1.1. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled: "Painting of

8.1.2. Surface Preparation Standards (SSPC) https://galvanizeit.org/knowledgebase/article/sspc-surface-

8.1.3. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Washington, EP 1130-2-500, Pamphlet

8.1.4. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing Number 13228E0826, entitled:

"Bow Thruster Installation & Details."

8.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

8.2.1. The Contractor shall visually inspect the main deck surface (approximately 5,000 sf), hull surface

(approximately 10,000 sf), and the Bow Ramp (16’ x 21’), and provide a Condition Found Report (CFR) to the COR (or on-site designee).

8.2.2. Main Deck and Bow Ramp surfaces shall be blasted to near white metal, primed and painted (SSPC-SP10), or water jetting to a near white blasted surface.

8.2.3. All other surfaces shall be power washed with 5,000-10,000 psi, and primed and repainted, in accordance with (IAW) the above references.

8.3. REQUIREMENTS

8.3.1. Prior to any abrasive blasting as specified in this item, all hull openings, hatches, vents or other openings to the interior of the vessel shall be blanked off and sealed to prevent entry of abrasive blasting material. Pay particular attention to the one (1) fathometer transducer and one (1) Skipper speed log attached to the underwater hull plate. Furnish and attach protective metal disc protectors over the transducer and speed log.

8.3.2. Prior to abrasive blasting, weld all hull markings for permanent identification, to include draft marks, Plimsoll marks, load line marks, and vessel name.

8.3.3. Precautions shall be taken to prevent damage to electrical wiring, fixtures, data and name plates, glass of port lights and windows, instruments or any other components not intended to be blasted. Any components damaged on the vessel in the performance of this item shall be repaired or replaced at the expense of the

Contractor.

8.3.4. No abrasive blasting shall be performed until the COR (or on-site designee) has approved the installed methods of protection.

8.3.5. No work shall be performed on the interior of the vessel during abrasive blasting operations.

8.3.6. The deep load line shall be established prior to blasting.

8.3.7. Draft marks shall be established on center line of transom using paragraph 1-12-F(3), page 6, of the referenced technical bulletin as a guide.

8.3.8. These precautions shall be adhered to during the entire time of abrasive blasting operations on the vessel and when the vessel is in the vicinity of blasting operations where the possibility exists of abrasive blasting material entering the vessel due to wind conditions or force of the blast.

8.3.9. Bared surfaces shall not be allowed to stand overnight without application of primer paint.

8.3.10. All new materials shall be abrasive blasted to white metal (SSPC-SP5) and primer paint applied prior to

NOTE: Requests to deviate from the specified paint system shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer with all applicable documentation. Written authorization shall be received from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with any deviation. Inclusion of a paint system in the referenced technical bulletin is not authorization to deviate from the specification requirements.

8.4. REMOVALS

8.4.1. Make the required disconnections and removals prior to performance of this item. Reinstall any removals upon completion of blasting/painting.

8.4.2. Disconnect bow thruster and lift out of well.

8.4.3. Fabricate and install cover on bow thruster well to protect interior of vessel during blasting operations.

8.4.4. Bow thruster shall be supported by mounting flange while removed from well.

8.4.5. Remove bow ramp from the vessel.

8.5. AREAS TO BE ABRASIVE BLASTED:

8.5.1. Prior to the commencement of abrasive blasting, the Contractor shall perform high pressure water cleaning at 5,000 – 10,000 PSI (SSPC HP WC) of entire surface areas to be abrasive blasted.

8.5.2. Abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10), all exterior underwater hull plate surfaces, to include bow thruster well, rudders and appendages (excluding propellers, propeller shafts) from the centerline and up to the well deck and focsle deck coaming and main deck bulwark cap rail, aft, and all exposed surfaces of the bow ramp.

8.5.3. Abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10), all exterior surfaces of the three (3) sea chests and the sea chest strainer well(s).

8.5.4. Abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10), all exterior structural plate surfaces of the bow thruster well, housing and grating.

8.5.5. Abrasive blast to near white metal (SSPC-SP10), all interior surfaces of the overboard piping and sea chest piping, from the shell plate to the outboard sea valve flange.

8.6. INSPECTION:

8.6.1. Prior to application of any paints, prepared surfaces will be inspected by the COR (or on-site designee).

8.6.2. Contractor and COR (or on-site designee) shall perform a joint inspection and hammer test on each thru hull opening. Contractor shall submit a written report to COR (or on-site designee) within two (2) business days of conditions found, defects, repairs, corrective action, labor and material costs. Perform additional work as authorized by Contracting Officer.

8.6.3. Upon completion of abrasive blasting test for surface profile.

8.6.4. In the presence of the COR (or on-site designee), perform surface testing to SSPC-SC 2 standards for chlorides and contaminants.

8.6.5. Upon completion of surface profile and SSPS-SC 2, the Contractor shall furnish to the COR (or on-site designee) an original and four (4) copies of a report of surface contamination and surface profile test results.

8.7. PAINT APPLICATION:

8.7.1. Stripe coat all welds, edges and irregular surfaces.

8.7.2. Apply paint only to clean, dry surface, using the designated paint and coating thickness as specified.

8.7.3. Paint coatings shall be free of runs and sags with borderlines struck clean, clear and precise.

8.7.4. Comply with the temperature, wind and humidity requirements stated in the referenced technical bulletin.

Paints shall only be applied within conditions stated.

8.7.5. Drying time between paint coatings shall be as recommended by the paint manufacturer using the referenced technical bulletin as a guide.

8.8. PAINTS (UNDERWATER AREAS):

8.8.1. To all bared underwater surfaces, including the bow thruster well but excluding bow ramp surfaces, up to bottom of lower rub-rail (bow to Frame 28) and to bottom of middle rub-rail (Frame 30 to stern), apply one

(1) coat of primer, Hempel Hempadur 4588, red, or equal, for a DFT of 5-8 mils. Tie in primer paint between frames 28 to 30.

8.8.2. To all primed surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, light gray, or equal, for a DFT of 5-

8 mils.

8.8.3. To all light gray underwater surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Globic, black, or equal, for a DFT of 4-

6 mils.

8.8.4. To all black Globic coated surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Globic, red, or equal, for a DFT of 4-6

8.8.5. To all red Globic coated surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Globic, black, or equal, for a DFT of 4-6

8.9. PAINTS (EXTERNAL HULL AREAS):

8.9.1. To all freeboard surfaces up to and including the outboard sides of the well deck bulwark and main deck bulwark, as well as to the juncture of sides and forecastle decks, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Hempadur

1736 zinc-rich, or equal, for a DFT of 4-5 mils.

8.9.2. To all primed surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel, Hempadur 4588, light gray, or equal, for a DFT of 6-

8 mils.

8.9.3. To all Hempadur light gray surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Hempathane 5595, haze gray, color

26270, or equal, for a DFT of 2-3 mils.

8.10. PAINTS (BOW RAMP):

8.10.1. To all bared surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Hempadur 1736 zinc-rich, or equal, for a DFT of 2-3

8.10.2. To all bow ramp surfaces, apply one (1) overall coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, light gray, or equal, for a

DFT of 6-8 mils.

8.10.3. To all bow ramp surfaces, with the exception of the bow ramp top plate, apply one (1) coat of Hempel

Hempathane 5595, haze gray, color 26270, or equal, for a DFT of 2-3 mils.

8.10.4. To all light gray bow ramp top plate surfaces, apply one (1) coat of Hempel Hempadur 4588, haze gray, color 26270, or equal, for a DFT of 5-7 mils.

8.11. TRANSDUCERS CLEANING:

8.11.1. After application of anti-fouling paint, remove protective covering; each transducer face shall be hand cleaned free of all paint and foreign matter.

8.11.2. COR (or on-site designee) will inspect each transducer and skipper speed log facing material for condition of material and satisfactory cleaning.

8.12. BOW THRUSTER REINSTALLATION:

8.12.1. Reinstall bow thruster in well using new gasket as specified in references. Replace missing and defective securements.

8.12.2. Reconnect all mechanical, hydraulic and electrical connections. Replace missing, defective and incorrect

8.12.3. Prove installation and operation satisfactory as required by the "Trials and Tests" item of this specification.

8.13. BOW RAMP RE-INSTALLATION:

8.13.1. Clean and inspect bow ramp hinge pins for damage, deterioration and corrosion.

8.13.2. Additional work and renewals shall be performed as authorized by the Contracting Officer.

8.13.3. Reinstall bow ramp, bow ramp chains, wildcats to the vessel.

8.13.4. Hull Markings: Strike in the vessel's load line and draft markings as original with white or black Hempel

Hempathane 5595, or equal, for a DFT of 2-3 mils.

8.14. VESSEL UNDOCKING:

8.14.1. A minimum drying period of 24 hours, preferably longer, is necessary between final coat of anti-fouling paint and undocking to ensure solvent release.

8.14.2. Undock the vessel within 30 days after application of final coat of anti-fouling paint.

9. ANCHORS, CHAINS, & CHAIN LOCKERS

9.1. REFERENCE(S):

9.1.1. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing No. 13228E0895, entitled:

"Forward Anchor Handling & Hawsepipes."

9.1.2. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing No. 13228E0896, entitled:

"Aft Anchor Handling Arrangement & Details."

9.1.3. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Washington, EP 1130-2-500, Pamphlet

9.1.4. Surface Preparation Standards (SSPC) https://galvanizeit.org/knowledgebase/article/sspc-surface-preparation-standards

9.1.5. US Army Belvoir Research, Development and Engineering Center, Drawing Number 13228E0935, Rev A,

9.1.6. Department of the Army Technical Bulletin 43-0144, dated November 2005, entitled: "Painting of

Watercraft."

9.2. SCOPE OF WORK:

9.2.1. Clean and paint the anchors, chains, & chain lockers.

9.2.2. Replace main sheave, sheave pin, and cable on the stern anchor.

9.2.3. Add one (1) inch doubler plate to stern anchor housing (to be at least 6 ft in length).

9.2.4. Make required removals, disconnections, and remove from the vessel and abrasive blast to near white metal

(SSPC-SP-10), the two (2) bow anchors, the bow anchor chains and the stern anchor.

9.2.5.