Question:  Per paragraph 7.5.1.  Will the following exception be accepted:

Exceptions:  Repair of Coatings.  Coating will not be removed.  UT machines read through paint.  THE CONTRACTOR WILL NOT REMOVE ANY SATISFACTORY COATINGS TO TAKE THICKNESS MEASUREMENTS.  ANY UNSATISFACTORY COATINGS REMOVED SUCH AS IN WAY OF SCALE, RUST OR PAINT LAMINATIONS SHALL BE RECOATED BY THE CLIENT, MILITARY SEALIFT.

Answer:  Yes, this clarification is acceptable.  Intent is that areas with intact coatings shall not be removed.  Offeror shall not be responsible for recoating areas that previously had failing coating or scale.

Question: Confirmation that 40,000 readings in this time frame is required.   Previous ABS ESP Gauging Surveys have averaged at 20,000 readings required with 4 technicians or two 2 person crews.

Answer:  Yes, confirmation 40,000 readings for the contract award is required.  Historically, for the T-AO Double Hulls 75-80% of the readings will be accomplished during the 14 Day window.  If needed, the remaining readings will be accomplished in the shipyard once the ship is dry-docked.  A contract modification will reflect any additional expenses to the contractor IF needed to complete the remaining work.  Additionally, previous contracts have reflected 5-6 people or a couple teams.