Diver Hull Clean, Inspect & Zinc Anodes Renewal

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

This document outlines the requirements for a contractor to perform underwater hull inspection, cleaning, and renewal of zinc anodes for a U.S. Coast Guard vessel.

• Conduct a comprehensive underwater hull inspection.

• Clean the vessel's underwater body to remove marine growth and contaminants.

• Inspect and renew underwater zinc anodes.

• Inspect and document the condition of hull plating, coating systems, transducers, sea chests, propellers, shafts, struts, rudders, and cathodic protection systems.

• Inspection findings must be documented in written and audio-visual reports.

• Specific tables and forms are provided for documenting paint deterioration, fouling ratings, anode wastage, and general hull conditions.

• Cleaning must be performed without damaging the existing hull coating system or non-coated surfaces.

• Anode renewal must be done without damaging hull components.

• Period of Performance: March 24, 2026 – March 26, 2026.

• Place of Performance: USCGC MARGARET NORVELL, 100 McArthur Cswy Miami Beach, FL, 33139.

• Contractor must provide certified divers, tender teams, and necessary support personnel and equipment.

• Compliance with 29 CFR 1910.401-440 (Commercial Diving Operations) is required.

• Mixed gas diving and live boating are not permitted.

• 24 hours advance notice is required for diver inspections.

• Continuous two-way communication between divers and inspectors must be maintained.

• Government-furnished property includes specific anodes and fasteners listed in the document.

• Reports must be submitted within 24 hours of inspection completion.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "52000QR260001618" opportunity.

• Vessel Last Cleaned: May 12, 2025.
• Vessel Status Since Cleaning: The vessel has been underway.
• Vessel Position: The vessel will be afloat.
• Zinc Anode Provision: The Government is responsible for providing the zinc anodes.

No specific impact on solicitation requirements, due dates, or submission rules was noted in these Q&As.

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

This SOW outlines the requirements for a contractor to perform underwater hull inspection, cleaning, and renewal of zinc anodes for a vessel.

• Conduct a comprehensive underwater hull inspection.

• Clean the vessel's underwater body, removing marine growth and contaminants.

• Inspect and renew underwater zinc anodes.

• Inspect hull plating, coating system, transducers, drive systems, appendages, and cathodic protection.

• Inspect sea chests, hull penetrations, propeller shafts, propellers, struts, rudders, and sonar domes.

• The contractor must provide 24-hour advance notice for diver inspections.

• Continuous two-way communication must be maintained between the diver and the Person-in-Charge/Coast Guard Inspector.

• All inspections must be documented through written reports and an audio-video report.

• Specific forms are provided for documenting bio-fouling, diver hull inspection, running gear, propellers, rudders, and zinc wastage.

• Written reports and audio-video reports (on DVD) must be submitted to the COR within 24 hours of inspection completion.

• Hull cleaning must be performed without damaging the existing coating system or non-coated surfaces.

• Zinc anode renewal must be done without damaging hull components.

• Period of Performance: April 13, 2026 – April 15, 2026

• Location: USCGC MARGARET NORVELL, 100 McArthur Cswy Miami Beach, FL, 33139

• The contractor must provide a certified diver and tender team, along with necessary support equipment, in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.401-440.

• Mixed gas diving and live boating are not permitted.

• Ship's force will secure and tag out specific machinery and systems prior to diving operations upon contractor request.

• Government-furnished property includes specific anodes, nuts, and screws listed in the document.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Smart Matrix | Acquisition.GOV," appears to be a table listing various provisions or clauses (P or C) relevant to government contracts. It includes the provision/clause number, its effective date, the section it is prescribed in, and whether it is a Provision (P) or Clause (C), along with an FP SVC indicator.

• Provision or Clause (P or C): Lists specific FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) or agency-specific clauses and provisions by number (e.g., 52.202-1 Definitions, 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab Covered Entities).
• Effective Date: Indicates when the provision or clause became effective.
• Prescribed In: Shows the FAR or agency regulation section where the provision or clause is prescribed.
• P or C: Designates whether the item is a Provision or a Clause.
• FP SVC: An indicator, likely related to Federal Procurement Service or similar.

This matrix is crucial for bidders as it outlines the specific contractual terms, conditions, representations, and certifications that will likely be incorporated into any resulting contract. Bidders should review this list to understand their obligations, potential restrictions, and requirements related to the opportunity. It helps in assessing compliance needs and accurately preparing proposals, especially concerning representations and certifications.