This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial supplies prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number is W912EQ-12-Q-0028 and is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). An official copy of the solicitation can be viewed by logging onto www.acquisition.army.mil.asfi/gov. This acquisition is a SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE procurement. The associated NAICS code is 238320. All responsible sources may submit a quote, which shall be considered by the agency. Quotes may be submitted by fax, in hard copy, either through regular mail or by delivery. Regardless of method of delivery, it is the offerors responsibility to ensure receipt of quotes by the time and date stated herein. Contractors shall submit a lump sum quote to include all charges. Response to this solicitation must be received via mail or delivery by April 6, 2012 no later than 10:00 AM CST at 167 North Main Street B202, Memphis, TN 38103. Quotes should be marked with solicitation number W912EQ-12-Q-0028 addressed to Valerie Marshall, Contract Specialist, Phone (901) 544-3619, Fax (901) 544-3710, email: [email protected]. Vendors not registered in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database prior to award will not be eligible for award. Vendors may register for CCR by calling 1-800-334-3414 or register online at www.ccr.gov

Contractors shall submit a line item and lump sum quotation on company letterhead to include all charges for the below listed items to be delivered in accordance with the attached specifications:

BID LINE ITEM:

CLIN 0001 SANBLASTING AND PAINTING OF SWL ROCK BARGE LRD 9719 #2

CLIN 0002 SANBLASTING AND PAINTING OF SWL BARGE, SWL-055R


STATEMENT OF WORK
SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING
ROCK BARGE LRD 9719

1.0 OBJECTIVE

The Contractor shall perform sandblasting, and painting of the SWL Rock Barge, LRD 9719, as defined in this Statement of Work.

It is highly recommended that contractors attend the scheduled site visit prior to submitting a quote.
Site Visit for both barges is scheduled for Tuesday April 3, 2012 @ 9:00AM CST. The point of contact for the site visit is Valerie Marshall (901) 544-3619 or email [email protected]. If you plan on attending please contact Valerie Marshall no later than April 2, 2012 @ 12:30pm so that your name can be added to the roster.


2.0 DESCRIPTION OF VESSEL

The barge is approximately 195 ft. long, 35 ft. wide and 10 ft deep. The vessel will be dry-docked at Ensley Engineer Yard, 2915 Riverport Road, Memphis, TN 38109.

3.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this project is 30 Calendar Days from date of contract award. Contract is to be awarded no later than 24 April 2012. Normal business hours at Ensley Engineer Yard are 0630-1700 Monday through Friday. Contractor hours may be adjusted. If alternate hours are requested, this must be specified in the contractor's proposal.

4.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Contractors are required to adhere to Corps of Engineers safety policies. Safety information can be obtained from Rod Kellow, Safety Officer, at 901-544-3601.

4.1 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROGRAM: Prior to work commencement, the contractor's site-specific accident prevention plan is to be reviewed and found acceptable by the designated Government personnel. The US Army Corps of Engineers, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, 15 September 2008, Appendix A provides a Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention Plan for accident prevention plans. Prior to the project beginning, a safety conference with the corps' representative and safety officer will be held with the contractor's employees. At a minimum, fall, respirator, eye protection, confined space requirements per 29 CFR 1910.120 and 1910.146, and the contractor's site-specific accident prevention plan will be discussed in a pre-start up conference.

4.2 ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS AND REPORTING: Report all accidents immediately to the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Additionally, the contractor shall thoroughly investigate the accident and submit the findings of the investigation along with appropriate corrective actions to the Contracting Officer, on ENG Form 3394, as soon as possible but no later than two [2] working days following the accident. Implement corrective actions as soon as reasonably possible.

4.2.1 Supervisor's Responsibilities: For job related injuries which require medical treatment, a supervisor of the injured employee shall accompany the injured employee to the medical treatment facility and explain the employee's regular duties and the availability of "Light Duty" so the injured employee can return to work as soon as medically possible.

4.3 MACHINERY AND MECHANIZED EQUIPMENT: All equipment shall be inspected prior to use on this contract. All equipment shall be re-inspected prior to use any time it is removed and subsequently returned to the contract site for use. Documentation of equipment inspections shall be made available to the Contracting Officer upon request. All equipment shall be properly guarded.

4.4 FIRST AID/CPR REQUIREMENTS: Two employees shall be certified in CPR and first-aid pre shift/per site. Proof of certification shall be provided to the COR.

5.0 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The Government is responsible for providing the following:

5.1 At project completion the Contractor and the Chief, Shops Unit [Dwight Alston 544-0976] will make a joint visual inspection of the project location and needed repairs will be noted and made by the contractor immediately.

5.2 The Government will provide reasonable utilities at its discretion.

6.0 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful offeror will be responsible for the following requirements:

6.1 Contractor is to provide all labor and material for the entire scope of work. No government equipment will be available for contractor use. Contractor is to provide an on site supervisor on the job site for the duration of the job.

6.2 The contractor will be responsible for damages and repairs to any Corps of Engineers equipment associated with the project.


6.3 Contractor must contact Jerry Britton or Sidney Parker at 901-785-6058 to arrange for placement of contractor equipment.

6.4 All contractor equipment will be removed immediately from government property at job completion.

6.5 Any "Or Equal" material proposed by the contractor will be submitted for prior approval by the Contracting Officer's Representative.

6.6 Environmental Concerns:

The Contractor will be responsible for the following environmental concerns:

6.6.1 Containment and disposal of all waste generated during the project. Waste must be disposed of in accordance with EPA regulations. Some blast material may contain lead or chromium. The contractor must account for the disposal of this hazardous material.
6.6.2 No waste of any kind is to enter the lake. If contamination occurs, it will be the contractor's responsibility for immediate remediation.
6.6.3 The contractor and the Corps of Engineers representative will agree upon a bi-weekly clean-up day. All waste will be removed from the dry dock and immediate area. Waste and blast media will be removed from Government property on a bi-weekly basis.
6.6.4 Fuel storage tanks must be double wall or stored in a spill containment pan capable of holding at least 10% of the tank volume.
6.6.5 All paints/thinners or similar materials must be stored in a spill containment pan capable of holding at least 10% of the on hand volume.
6.6.6 Paint and thinner inventory will be maintained by the contractor and available for the corps representative upon request
6.6.7 Material Safety Data Sheets for all materials will be maintained on site and a copy will be provided to the COR.
6.6.8 Empty paint/thinner buckets will be removed from the job site daily.
6.6.9 Contractor will be responsible for performing lab analysis on paint/blast media waste within 10 days of the first day of sandblasting. Copies of these documents will be submitted to the Corps representative at that time.
7.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

7.1 HULL/SIDES SANDBLASTING/PAINTING:

The Contractor shall perform sandblasting as described below:

7.1.1 No sandblasting or spray painting is to take place until the Corps of Engineers representative has approved the preventative measures for blast and paint over-spray.

7.1.2 The Contractor shall clean the hull exterior from the top edge of the deck down to the new steel plate hull including the bow, stern, sides, in accordance with SSPC-SP-7. All areas where new plating has been installed will require SSPC-SP-10 sandblasting.

7.2 HULL/SIDES PAINTING:

7.2.1 The coating system composed of the coating types and dry film thicknesses identified below, or equal, are required.

7.2.1.1 Base Coat [self-priming---] Amercoat 235 Red, 8 MIL DFT entire bottom and sides from the deck down and including the hull

7.2.1.2 Barrier Coat----Amercoat, 400GF Black # 17038, 12 MIL DFT. Same area as base coat.

7.2.1.3 Anti Fouling Coat----Ameron 70 ESP Black # 17038, 4 MIL DFT from the 3 foot draft mark down. This includes the entire hull and side areas from the 3 foot draft mark.

7.2.1.4 84J5 Penguard top coat gloss black # 17038 from the 3 foot draft marks up the sides to the deck. 4 MIL DFT.

7.2.1.5 Top Coat on Draft Marks----Amerlock 450HS White # FS595 fade resistant urethane, 4 MIL DFT.

7.2.1.6 The entire hull, where sweep blasting has been performed, will have a paint thinner wipe-down prior to painting.

8.0 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION OF MATERIALS

The following General Instructions for application of materials will be adhered to at all times:

8.1 Manufacturer's instructions for application, curing and drying time between coats shall be followed. Painting practices shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws enacted to ensure compliance with Federal Clean Air Standards.

8.2 Paints that have exceeded the closed shelf life or pot life recommended by the manufacturer shall not be used.

8.3 At the time of application paint shall show no signs of deterioration. Paint that has deteriorated in any manner shall not be used and shall be removed from the site.

8.4 Within 8 [eight] hours after cleaning and prior to the deposition of any detectable moisture, contaminants, or corrosion, all surfaces blast cleaned to SSPC SP 10 shall be cleaned of dust and abrasive particle by brush, vacuum cleaner, and/or blown down with clean, dry, compressed air, and given the first coat of paint.

8.5 Paint may be applied by spray, roller, or brush. However, any area subject to over-sprays must be fully protected. No over-spray will be tolerated.

8.6 Painting in the vicinity of mechanical or electrical equipment shall be applied by brush if there is a possibility of over-sprays on critical components. All equipment, deck, and bulkhead fixtures must be fully protected.

8.7 Uniform suspension of figments shall be maintained during application. Each coat of paint shall be applied so dry film shall be of uniform thickness and free from holidays, bubbles, blisters, laps, excessive or unsightly brush marks, runs, drops, ridges, waves, pinholes, or other voids, and variations in color, texture, and finish. Special attention shall be given to ensure that all edges, corners, crevices, seams, junctions of joining members, interior angles, corrosion pits, welds, bolts, rivets, and similar surface irregularities receive a film thickness equal to that of adjacent painted surfaces.

8.8 All coats of all painted surfaces shall be unscarred and completely integral at the time of application of succeeding coats.

8.9 All painting shall be accomplished before launching the barge. The barge shall not be launched before inspection and acceptance by the government.

9.0 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

The following list of submittals will be provided to the Contracting Officer's Representative as required.

Title Reference
Accident Prevention Plan Section 4.1
CPR Certifications Section 4.4
MSDS Submissions Section 6.7.7
Lab Analysis, Paint Blast Media, as required Section 6.7.9
Accident Investigation Forms, as required Section 4.2

10.0 COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTS

The Contractor shall be aware of the following list of Compliance Documents, necessary for successful completion of this requirement.

EM-385-1-1 -- Army Corp of Engineers, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, 15 Sep 08
SSPC-SP 3 -- Surface Preparation, Hand tool Cleaning
SSPC-SP 7 -- Surface Preparation, Brush off Blasting
SSPC-SP 10 -- Surface Preparation, Brush off Blasting

11.0 CONTRACTING OFFICER /CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE

11.1 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE:

The Contracting Officer's Representative, or COR, is appointed by the Contracting Officer as the representative overseeing contractor operations. No instructions of the Contracting Officer's Representative or lack thereof will at any time relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of complying fully with all requirements of statement of work and the contract. The Contracting Officer's Representative is not authorized to waive or alter in any respect any of the terms or requirements of the contract, or to make additional requirements.

11.2 CONTRACTING OFFICER:

The Contracting Officer is the only Government representative with the authority to bind the Government and make changes to the contract. Any changes to the contract involving an increase or decrease in funds or performance period will be issued by formal contract modification.

12.0 FINAL INSPECTION

All painting shall be jointly inspected by the Contractor and the Contracting Officer's Representative. Any defects or damage in the coating system shall be repaired by the Contractor as necessary before acceptance by the government.

13.0 WARRANTY OF WORK

The Contractor shall warranty the coating system for one calendar year, commencing at final inspection. The Contractor shall repair any coating failures during this time period at his cost.




STATEMENT OF WORK
SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING
SWL BARGE, SWL-055R

1.0 OBJECTIVE

The Contractor shall perform sandblasting, and painting of the SWL Barge, SWL-055R, as defined in this Statement of Work.

2.0 DESCRIPTION OF VESSEL

The barge is approximately 120 ft. long, 30 ft. wide and 6 ft deep. The vessel will be dry-docked at Ensley Engineer Yard, 2915 Riverport Road, Memphis, TN 38109.

3.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this project is 30 Calendar Days from date of contract award. Contract is to be awarded no later than 24 April 2012. Normal business hours at Ensley Engineer Yard are 0630-1700 Monday through Friday. Contractor hours may be adjusted. If alternate hours are requested, this must be specified in the contractor's proposal.

4.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Contractors are required to adhere to Corps of Engineers safety policies. Safety information can be obtained from Rod Kellow, Safety Officer, at 901-544-3601.

4.5 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROGRAM: Prior to work commencement, the contractor's site-specific accident prevention plan is to be reviewed and found acceptable by the designated Government personnel. The US Army Corps of Engineers, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, 15 September 2008, Appendix A provides a Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention Plan for accident prevention plans. Prior to the project beginning, a safety conference with the corps' representative and safety officer will be held with the contractor's employees. At a minimum, fall, respirator, eye protection, confined space requirements per 29 CFR 1910.120 and 1910.146, and the contractor's site-specific accident prevention plan will be discussed in a pre-start up conference.

4.6 ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS AND REPORTING: Report all accidents immediately to the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Additionally, the contractor shall thoroughly investigate the accident and submit the findings of the investigation along with appropriate corrective actions to the Contracting Officer, on ENG Form 3394, as soon as possible but no later than two [2] working days following the accident. Implement corrective actions as soon as reasonably possible.

4.6.1 Supervisor's Responsibilities: For job related injuries which require medical treatment, a supervisor of the injured employee shall accompany the injured employee to the medical treatment facility and explain the employee's regular duties and the availability of "Light Duty" so the injured employee can return to work as soon as medically possible.
4.7 MACHINERY AND MECHANIZED EQUIPMENT: All equipment shall be inspected prior to use on this contract. All equipment shall be re-inspected prior to use any time it is removed and subsequently returned to the contract site for use. Documentation of equipment inspections shall be made available to the Contracting Officer upon request. All equipment shall be properly guarded.

4.8 FIRST AID/CPR REQUIREMENTS: Two employees shall be certified in CPR and first-aid pre shift/per site. Proof of certification shall be provided to the COR.

5.0 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The Government is responsible for providing the following:

5.1 At project completion the Contractor and the Chief, Shops Unit [Dwight Alston 544-0976] will make a joint visual inspection of the project location and needed repairs will be noted and made by the contractor immediately.

5.2 The Government will provide reasonable utilities at its discretion.

6.0 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful offeror will be responsible for the following requirements:

6.1 Contractor is to provide all labor and material for the entire scope of work. No government
equipment will be available for contractor use. Contractor is to provide an on site supervisor on
the job site for the duration of the job.

6.2 The contractor will be responsible for damages and repairs to any Corps of Engineers
equipment associated with the project.

6.3 Contractor must contact Jerry Britton or Sidney Parker at 901-785-6058 to arrange for
placement of contractor equipment.

6.4 All contractor equipment will be removed immediately from government property at job
completion.

6.5 Any "Or Equal" material proposed by the contractor will be submitted for prior approval by the Contracting Officer's Representative.

6.6 Environmental Concerns:

The Contractor will be responsible for the following environmental concerns:

6.6.1 Containment and disposal of all waste generated during the project. Waste must be disposed of in accordance with EPA regulations. Some blast material may contain lead or chromium. The contractor must account for the disposal of this hazardous material.
6.6.2 No waste of any kind is to enter the lake. If contamination occurs, it will be the contractor's responsibility for immediate remediation.
6.6.3 The contractor and the Corps of Engineers representative will agree upon a bi-weekly clean-up day. All waste will be removed from the dry dock and immediate area. Waste and blast media will be removed from Government property on a bi-weekly basis.
6.6.4 Fuel storage tanks must be double wall or stored in a spill containment pan capable of holding at least 10% of the tank volume.
6.6.5 All paints/thinners or similar materials must be stored in a spill containment pan capable of holding at least 10% of the on hand volume.
6.6.6 Paint and thinner inventory will be maintained by the contractor and available for the corps representative upon request
6.6.7 Material Safety Data Sheets for all materials will be maintained on site and a copy will be provided to the COR.
6.6.8 Empty paint/thinner buckets will be removed from the job site daily.
6.6.9 Contractor will be responsible for performing lab analysis on paint/blast media waste within 10 days of the first day of sandblasting. Copies of these documents will be submitted to the Corps representative at that time.

7.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

7.1 HULL/SIDES SANDBLASTING/PAINTING:

The Contractor shall perform sandblasting as described below:

7.1.1 No sandblasting or spray painting is to take place until the Corps of Engineers representative has approved the preventative measures for blast and paint over-spray.

7.1.2 The Contractor shall clean the hull exterior from the top edge of the deck down to and including the hull, bow, stern, sides, in accordance with SSPC-SP-7. All areas where rust appears will require SSPC-SP-10 sandblasting.


7.2 HULL/SIDES PAINTING:

7.2.1 The coating system composed of the coating types and dry film thicknesses identified below, or equal, are required.

7.2.1.1 Base Coat [self-priming---] Sherwin Williams, Black # 17038 TarGuard
Coal Tar Epoxy, 8 MIL DFT entire bottom and sides from the deck
down and including the hull

7.2.1.2 Barrier Coat----Sherwin Williams, Black # 17038, TarGuard Coal
Tar Epoxy, 8 MIL DFT

7.2.1.3 Top Coat on Draft Marks----Sherwin Williams, White # FS595 fade
resistant urethane, 4 MIL DFT.

8.0 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION OF MATERIALS

The following General Instructions for application of materials will be adhered to at all times:

8.1 Manufacturer's instructions for application, curing and drying time between coats shall be
followed. Painting practices shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws enacted
to ensure compliance with Federal Clean Air Standards.

8.2 Paints that have exceeded the closed shelf life or pot life recommended by the manufacturer
shall not be used.

8.3 At the time of application paint shall show no signs of deterioration. Paint that has deteriorated
in any manner shall not be used and shall be removed from the site.

8.4 Within 8 [eight] hours after cleaning and prior to the deposition of any detectable moisture,
contaminants, or corrosion, all surfaces blast cleaned to SSPC SP 10 shall be cleaned of dust
and abrasive particle by brush, vacuum cleaner, and/or blown down with clean, dry,
compressed air, and given the first coat of paint.
8.5 Paint may be applied by spray, roller, or brush. However, any area subject to over-sprays must
be fully protected. No over-spray will be tolerated.
8.6 Painting in the vicinity of mechanical or electrical equipment shall be applied by brush if there
is a possibility of over-sprays on critical components. All equipment, deck, and bulkhead
fixtures must be fully protected.
8.7 Uniform suspension of figments shall be maintained during application. Each coat of paint
shall be applied so dry film shall be of uniform thickness and free from holidays, bubbles,
blisters, laps, excessive or unsightly brush marks, runs, drops, ridges, waves, pinholes, or other
voids, and variations in color, texture, and finish. Special attention shall be given to ensure that
all edges, corners, crevices, seams, junctions of joining members, interior angles, corrosion pits,
welds, bolts, rivets, and similar surface irregularities receive a film thickness equal to that of
adjacent painted surfaces.

8.8 All coats of all painted surfaces shall be unscarred and completely integral at the time of
application of succeeding coats.

8.9 All painting shall be accomplished before launching the barge. The barge shall not be launched
before inspection and acceptance by the government.

9.0 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

The following list of submittals will be provided to the Contracting Officer's Representative as required.

Title Reference
Accident Prevention Plan Section 4.1
CPR Certifications Section 4.4
MSDS Submissions Section 6.7.7
Lab Analysis, Paint Blast Media, as required Section 6.7.9
Accident Investigation Forms, as required Section 4.2

10.0 COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTS

The Contractor shall be aware of the following list of Compliance Documents, necessary for successful completion of this requirement.

EM-385-1-1 -- Army Corp of Engineers, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, 15 Sep 08
SSPC-SP 3 -- Surface Preparation, Hand tool Cleaning
SSPC-SP 7 -- Surface Preparation, Brush off Blasting
SSPC-SP 10 -- Surface Preparation, Brush off Blasting

11.0 CONTRACTING OFFICER /CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE

11.1 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE:

The Contracting Officer's Representative, or COR, is appointed by the Contracting Officer as the representative overseeing contractor operations. No instructions of the Contracting Officer's Representative or lack thereof will at any time relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of complying fully with all requirements of statement of work and the contract. The Contracting Officer's Representative is not authorized to waive or alter in any respect any of the terms or requirements of the contract, or to make additional requirements.

11.2 CONTRACTING OFFICER:

The Contracting Officer is the only Government representative with the authority to bind the Government and make changes to the contract. Any changes to the contract involving an increase or decrease in funds or performance period will be issued by formal contract modification.

12.0 FINAL INSPECTION

All painting shall be jointly inspected by the Contractor and the Contracting Officer's Representative. Any defects or damage in the coating system shall be repaired by the Contractor as necessary before acceptance by the government.

13.0 WARRANTY OF WORK

The Contractor shall warranty the coating system for one calendar year, commencing at final inspection. The Contractor shall repair any coating failures during this time period at his cost.

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