NONSKID DECK COVERING AND DECK PLATE AT 06 LEVEL WEATHER DECK; REPLACE

Amendment / Modification

This amendment serves to:

• Answer an offeror's pre-proposal question regarding Marine Chemist Certification requirements.

• Extend the solicitation's closing date.

• Section 3.1 (Marine Chemist Certification): Clarified that the contractor is responsible for identifying repair methods, determining locations requiring certification, and ensuring all required gas-free certifications and testing are conducted by a qualified Marine Chemist.

• Hot Work: Confirmed no ammunition onboard impacts hot work, but the contractor remains responsible for verifying conditions and complying with hot work and safety requirements.

• Navy Standard Items (NSIs): Emphasized the requirement to review and understand applicable NSIs, specifically NSI 009-07 (Fire Prevention and Housekeeping Requirements).

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: The response due date has been extended.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended from March 17, 2026, to March 24, 2026, at 1000.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement of nonskid deck covering and deck plate at the 06 level weather deck, and repair of the deck coaming on the 06 level weather deck of the USS RUSHMORE (LSD-47). The award will be a Firm Fixed Price job order under an existing Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR). Firms without an MSRA/ABR may be ineligible unless adequate time exists for assessment and execution.

• Replacement of nonskid deck covering and deck plate at the 06 level weather deck.

• Repair of deck coaming on the 06 level weather deck.

• Work must be performed in accordance with applicable NAVSEA Standard Items (NSIs) and SRF-JRMC Local Standard Items (LSIs).

• Contractor must comply with specific activity regulations pertaining to crane safety and operation, and provide documentation for crane operators and rigging equipment.

• Contractor must comply with all DoD OPSEC requirements and complete "OPSEC Awareness for Military Members, DoD Employees and Contractor" training.

• Contractor employees requiring access to DoD facilities or IT systems must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and may require background investigations.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award.

• Period of Performance: September 14, 2026, to June 30, 2027.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but noted that "dollar amounts shown in this contract are for the Government's administrative purpose only. Applies FY26 Budget Exchange Rate, JPY150.4415 per USD1.00."

• Proposal Due Date: March 17, 2026, by 10:00 AM local time.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to the designated POCs. Alternative submission via DoD SAFE is available if file size is a limitation.

• Proposal Validity: 90 days (unless otherwise specified).

• Evaluation Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process.

• Technical Acceptability: Proposals will be evaluated for acceptability, not ranked. A rating of "Unacceptable" will render the entire proposal ineligible for award.

• Price: Will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. No additional credit for exceeding minimum requirements.

• Responsibility: Offerors must be determined responsible per FAR 9.104 and registered in SAM.gov.

• Restricted to firms possessing a current U.S. Navy MSRA/ABR Agreement.

• Firms without an MSRA/ABR may be ineligible unless adequate time exists for assessment and execution.

• Offerors must submit a proposal that conforms to all solicitation requirements and does not alter or rearrange the solicitation.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted no later than March 5, 2026, 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time (JST).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of contract performance, including safety, cybersecurity, and administrative requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a solicitation for the replacement of nonskid deck covering and deck plates, as well as the repair of deck coaming on the 06 Level Weather Deck of the USS RUSHMORE (LSD-47). It also includes the repair of a MISC portable davit socket brace.

• Replacement of nonskid deck covering and deck plates at the 06 Level Weather Deck.

• Repair of deck coaming on the 06 Level Weather Deck.

• Fabrication and installation of new deck coaming using 3/16 inch thick mild steel plate (ASTM A36).

• Fabrication and installation of new braces for MISC portable davit sockets using 1/4 inch thick mild steel plate (ASTM A36).

• Accomplish welding requirements as per specified references.

• Perform nondestructive testing (NDT) on welding joints for MISC portable davit sockets.

• Conduct local air hose tests for watertight boundaries.

• Cleaning and preservation of new and disturbed surfaces.

• Anticipated Award Date: 7/16/2026

• Period of Performance Start Date: 9/14/2026

• Period of Performance End Date: 6/30/2027

• Preparing Activity: SASEBO

• Not explicitly detailed in this document, but references to "proposal" and "evaluation" suggest a formal solicitation process.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document references "Nonskid deck covering work will be covered by 38E9213601_00_A01."

• A load test is not required for repaired existing MISC portable davit sockets.

• NDT inspection (MT or PT) is required for repaired braces on existing MISC portable davit sockets.

• Government Furnished Material (GFM) for metal plates and welding electrodes will be provided.

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

This document outlines the requirements for replacing nonskid deck covering and deck plate at the 06 Level Weather Deck of the USS RUSHMORE (LSD-47).

• Title: Nonskid Deck Covering and Deck Plate at 06 Level Weather Deck; replace.

• Locations: The work will be performed in various areas on the 06 Level Weather Deck, including passages, pressure locks, troop living spaces, recreation areas, equipment rooms, and specific operational spaces between frames 32-59.

• Identification of Work Areas:

  • Approximately 5,841 SF of nonskid deck covering to be replaced.
  • Approximately 1,525 SF of preservation on deck (up to 24 inches above vertical surface) to be addressed.
  • Approximately 100 SF of deck plate to be replaced.
  • Repair of existing seams and butts (approx. 25 LF).
  • Repair of pitted surfaces (approx. 5 SF).

• Visual Inspection: For deterioration, pitting, cracks, and damage.

• UT Thickness Reading: To determine the condition of reducing deck plating.

• Repair Standards: Adherence to specific sections of referenced documents for welding, hull structures, and thermal/acoustic insulation.

• Testing: Local air hose test for welded sections (no leakage allowed).

• Cleaning: Power tool cleaning (SSPC-SP-11, SSPC-SP-3) and hand tool cleaning (SSPC-SP-2) as applicable.

• Marking: Application of new markings using color topping.

• Final Inspection: Testing of countermeasure washdown nozzles and deck drains to ensure they are not clogged.

• Anticipated Award Date: 7/16/2026

• POP Start Date: 9/14/2026

• POP End Date: 6/30/2027

• Production Completion Date: 4/8/2027

• Place of Performance: SASEBO

• Marine Chemist Certificate: Required prior to work.

• Countermeasure Washdown Nozzles & Drains: Inspection and testing required before and after work; damaged nozzles to be replaced.

• Materials: Specific metal plates (3/16" thick mild steel, ASTM A36), insulation boards, fasteners, tape, adhesive, and washdown nozzles are listed as Government Furnished Material (GFM).

• References: The document references numerous standards and specifications for materials, welding, insulation, and testing procedures.