Motor Vessel SAMA Aluminum Hull Repair, Electrical Upgrades, and Vessel Improvements

Wage Determination

This document is the U.S. Department of Labor's "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act," specifically Wage Determination No. 2015-4647, Revision No. 30. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing contract work in the state of Tennessee, specifically within the counties of Cannon, Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Hickman, Macon, Maury, Robertson, Rutherford, Smith, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupational codes and titles, along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations are entitled to specific fringe benefits, including:
  • Health & Welfare: $5.55 per hour (or $222.00/week, $962.00/month).
  • Health & Welfare (EO 13706): $5.09 per hour (or $203.60/week, $882.27/month) for contracts also covered by EO 13706.
• Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: 2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 10 years, 4 weeks after 15 years of service.
  • Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Executive Orders:
  • EO 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Contractors must provide paid sick leave (1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually) for employees on covered contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017.
  • EO 13658 (Minimum Wage): For contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022 (and not renewed/extended after January 30, 2022), contractors must pay covered workers at least $13.30 per hour (or the applicable wage rate if higher) in 2025. This rate is adjusted annually.
• Special Differentials:
  • Hazardous Pay: An 8% differential for high-hazard work (ordnance, explosives) and a 4% differential for low-hazard work with ordnance/explosives.
  • Night Pay & Sunday Pay: Applicable to Air Traffic Controllers and Weather Observers.
• Uniform Allowance: Contractors must furnish uniforms or reimburse employees for their cost, including maintenance ($3.35/week or $0.67/day), unless uniforms are "wash and wear" and require no special maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified Tennessee counties. It directly impacts the pricing strategy and overall cost of proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, W912P526QA018, issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the repair of the floating plant M/V SAMA. The work includes aluminum hull repair, electrical system upgrades, coating application, and equipment improvements for a vessel operating in freshwater environments.

• Aluminum hull repair

• Electrical system upgrades

• Coating application

• Equipment improvements

• The vessel is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) floating plant.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Service Contract

• Period of Performance: Within forty-five (45) calendar days from the date of contract award.

• Place of Performance: Repairs to be completed at the contractor's facility. The vessel is currently located at 1118 Cinder Road, Old Hickory, TN 37138.

• Submission Deadline: Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 1:00 PM.

• Submission Method: Electronic via email to Jamie Lynn Barnes (Jamie.L.Barnes@usace.army.mil) and Alison Abernathy (alison.t.abernathy@usace.army.mil).

• Evaluation Basis: Adequacy, completeness, fair market pricing, and contractor responsibility. The Contracting Officer may negotiate for a fair and reasonable price.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 60 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• Required Quote Elements: SF 1449 (Blocks 17a, 17b, 30a, 30b, 30c), acknowledgment of SF 30s and Amendments, completed Price Schedule (CLINS), and SAM.gov registration.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 336611, Ship Building and Repairing (Hull repairs, maintenance), with a Size Standard of $41.5 million.

• Points of Contact for Communications: Jamie Lynn Barnes (Contract Specialist) and Alison Abernathy (Contracting Officer).

• Questions Submission Deadline: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 2:00 PM via email.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Past performance and banking references are required from the apparent successful offeror prior to award.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This PWS outlines the requirements for aluminum hull repairs, electrical system upgrades, coating application, and equipment improvements for a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) floating plant (M/V SAMA) operating in freshwater environments.

• Aluminum Hull Structural Repairs: Inspect and repair cracks, failed welds, scrapes, chips, pits, and holes using qualified marine aluminum welders. Restore hull to structural integrity, including surface preparation and protective coatings. Welder qualifications must be specific to marine-grade aluminum and approved by the Government.
• Coating System: Apply a zinc-chromate-free, marine-grade epoxy or polyurethane coating system (black hull, tan topside/superstructure). Copper-based, antifouling, or biocidal coatings are prohibited unless specifically approved. Adherence to manufacturer-recommended Dry Film Thickness (DFT) is mandatory.
• Captain's Chair: Install a marine-grade captain's chair meeting specific performance and construction requirements, including corrosion resistance and a minimum five-year warranty on pedestal components.
• Generator Overhaul: Overhaul, inspect, and tune two Honda EU3600 generators, including oil changes, filter replacement, spark plug service, and load testing.
• Inverter Installation: Furnish and install a marine-grade, pure sine wave inverter (minimum 7,000 watts continuous power) to support onboard electrical equipment. Installation must comply with ABYC E-11 and USCG regulations.
• Electrical Panel Upgrade: Define, perform, and document testing of all installed electrical systems, including panel and circuit testing, to demonstrate full functionality.
• Marine Radio and Speaker Installation: Install a marine-grade AM/FM/Bluetooth radio system with marine-grade speakers, compliant with USCG, ABYC, and USACE safety standards.

All work must be completed, tested, documented, and accepted within forty-five (45) calendar days from the date of contract award or Notice to Proceed.

• EM 385-1-1 (Safety and Health)

• EM 1110-2-3400 (Painting)

• ER 1130-2-500 (Project Operations)

• UFGS (Unified Facilities Guide Specifications)

• ABYC E-11 (AC & DC Electrical Systems on Boats)

• Applicable U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations

• Manufacturer technical data and installation requirements

• Technical Review: USACE Marine Design Center (MDC) may require technical review and concurrence for hull repairs, coating selection, welding procedures, and vessel modifications affecting structural integrity.

• Submittals: Comprehensive submittals for coatings, welder qualifications, and product data sheets are required prior to work commencement and installation.

• Quality Control: All work is subject to Government inspection and acceptance. Deficiencies must be corrected at no additional cost.

• Safety: Strict adherence to safety requirements, including LOTO and hot work procedures, is mandatory. The vessel must be maintained in a fenced and secured area.

• Jeremy Doughtry (CE Tech)

• Danielle Lopes (Financial and Invoicing)

• Owen Traughber (Team Lead)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a cost estimate for repairs and improvements to the USACE Floating Plant M/V SAMA, including aluminum hull repair, electrical upgrades, and vessel improvements.

• Item Number: 0001
• Description: Call Order - Repairs on Survey Vessel, MV SAMA
• Estimated Quantity: 1 Job
• Unit Price: Not specified
• Estimated Amount: Blank field provided for cost entry.

This document outlines a specific call order for repairs and improvements to the MV SAMA. Bidders should use this as a basis for estimating costs if they are interested in performing this work. The blank fields for Unit Price and Estimated Amount indicate where pricing information should be provided.