CGC JAMES GENERATOR ALIGNMENTS AND LOADBANKINGS

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions and clauses applicable to solicitations for services (non-construction). It outlines specific representations and certifications required from offerors.

• FAR 52.203-18: Prohibition on contracting with entities requiring certain internal confidentiality agreements or statements.
• FAR 52.204-7: System for Award Management (SAM).
• FAR 52.204-16: Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting.
• FAR 52.204-17: Ownership or Control of Offeror.
• FAR 52.209-2: Prohibition on contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations.
• FAR 52.212-1: Instructions to Offerors for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, including requirements for subcontractor disclosure and evaluation. Offerors must identify subcontractors performing over 20% of the contract value or critical elements, including their name, business size, and work description. The government will evaluate the offeror's proposed use of subcontractors.
• FAR 52.212-3: Offeror Representations and Certifications for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
• FAR 52.219-1: Small Business Program Representations.
• FAR 52.219-6: Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• FAR 52.204-29: Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders-Representation and Disclosures. This provision requires offerors to represent whether they are subject to an active exclusion or removal order issued pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act of 2018. If subject, offerors must identify the covered article(s) and provide additional information. Offerors must also disclose any such orders immediately after submission of their offer if they become subject to one.

Bidders must carefully review these provisions and clauses to understand their obligations regarding representations, certifications, subcontractor management, and compliance with the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act. Failure to comply with these requirements may impact proposal evaluation and contract award.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the general requirements for conducting vessel repairs on the Coast Guard Cutter JAMES, specifically focusing on the Ship Service Diesel Generators (SSDG).

The work is divided into three main items:

• Work Item 1: Perform alignment of Ship Service Diesel Generators (SSDG) 1 and 2.
• Work Item 2: Perform commercial cleaning of the SSDG 1 and 2 Heat Exchangers.
• Work Item 3: Conduct a load test of the designated Ship Service Diesel Generators (SSDG) 1 and 2.

Work Items 1 and 2 must be completed before commencing Work Item 3. The SSDGs are Caterpillar Model 3512B, 1360 KW, 450 Volt AC, 3 Phase, 60 Hz.

• Location: CGC JAMES is located at 1050 Register St. North Charleston, SC 29405.

• Ship Orientation: CGC JAMES is moored Starboard side.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Access Requirements: Contractors must have a valid REAL ID. Form 121 will be provided by the Port Engineer for submission for a background check 5 business days prior to the start of performance.

• Technical Representative: A manufacturer-authorized and licensed Technical Representative for the Caterpillar 3512B marine diesel generator set is required for Work Item 1 and Work Item 3.

• Protective Measures: Contractors must furnish and install all protective measures as specified in SFLC Std Spec 0000.

• Interferences: Contractors must handle all interferences, including but not limited to piping, electrical cables, switchboard enclosures, vent ducting, and motor-operated valves.

• Tools: Contractors must provide special tools as required, including alignment tools (Dial Indicator or Laser) and specific CAT parts for heat exchanger cleaning and installation.

• Testing: Load testing requires a submitted plan covering operator qualifications, emergency shutdown procedures, load bank specifications, cable routing, and data collection. Engine parameter readings must be taken every 15 minutes during testing.

• Reporting: All work requires submission of a Contract Closeout Report (CFR) or equivalent documentation as specified.

• Government Personnel: Coast Guard personnel will operate all shipboard machinery and equipment.

The document references several Coast Guard publications and drawings, including SFLC Standard Specifications (0000, 3100, 5550, 6310), Coast Guard Technical Publications (TP 7119, TP 7165B, TP 7166B, TP 7167), and specific Coast Guard Drawings (750-WMSL-501-002, 418A-WMSL-801-001). It also references ASME standards and Caterpillar Special Instructions.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-4427, Revision No. 32) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and benefits for various occupations in South Carolina, specifically for the areas of Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Benefits:
  • Health & Welfare: $5.55 per hour (up to 40 hours/week) or $222.00 per week.
  • Health & Welfare (EO 13706): $5.09 per hour (up to 40 hours/week) or $203.60 per week, applicable to contracts also covered by EO 13706.
  • Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service, 3 weeks after 8 years, and 4 weeks after 15 years.
  • Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Executive Orders:
  • EO 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017. Contractors must provide 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually.
  • EO 13658 (Minimum Wage): Generally applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022. The minimum wage rate is adjusted annually (currently $13.30 per hour or applicable rate).
• Footnotes & Special Provisions:
  • Computer Employees: Specific exclusions and conformance requirements apply to exempt computer professionals.
  • Air Traffic Controllers/Weather Observers: Night and Sunday pay differentials are detailed.
  • Hazardous Pay Differential: An 8% differential applies to high-hazard ordnance work, and a 4% differential applies to lower-hazard work involving explosives/incendiary materials.
  • Uniform Allowance: Contractors must furnish or reimburse employees for uniform costs and maintenance, with specific rates provided.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified South Carolina area. It directly impacts proposal pricing and compliance requirements.