WEDGE Renew Piping Insulation

Alabama

03/06/2025 01:45 PM EST

03/13/2025 11:00 AM EDT

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF - US COAST GUARD - SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 2(00085)

THIS IS TO BE AWARDED OFF OF LOWEST PRICE TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE AND PAST PREFORMANCE.

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

USCGC WEDGE Renew Piping Insulation, Overhead Insulation and Conduct Overhead Repairs

WEDGE has an immediate need for technical support for tasks outlined in this Statement of Work (SOW).

1.0 GENERAL

1. 1. Background 

The 75’ WLR asset, USCGC WEDGE needs approximately 500 linear feet of pipe insulation, 1500 square feet of overhead insulation, and 300 sq ft of overhead panels.  

1. 1.  Scope 

The scope of this contract is defined by the efforts and tools required to support USCGC WEDGE (WLR 75307). The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and tools necessary to install insulation and bulkhead panels.

Table 1 -Pipe Insulation Renewal

Description

(System/ Pipe Diameter/ Linear Feet)

Location

Drawing

Tender Chill Water/ Potable Water Piping / .5 in / 50 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Tender Chill Water/ Potable Water Piping / .75 in / 50 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Tender Chill Water/ Potable Water Piping / .875 in / 50 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Tender Chill Water/ Potable Water Piping / 1 in / 100 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Tender Chill Water/ Potable Water Piping / 1 .25 in / 125 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Tender Waste Water Piping / 1.5 in / 50 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Tender Waste Water Piping / 1.75 in / 25 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew

See below

Tender Waste Water Piping / 2.0 in / 50 ft

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

See below

Table 2 – Overhead Insulation Renewal

Description

(Area/Approximate Square feet)

Location

Insulation Material

Overheads/1500 sq feet

Galley/Mess deck/Crew Berthing/ Crew Head/Laundry/XPO State Room/ OIC State Room

BFG 261 (MIL-C-20079) or equivalent

Table 3 – Overhead Repairs

Description

(Area/Approximate Size)

Location

Drawing

300 sq ft of overhead panels

Galley/Mess Deck

See below

1. 1. OBJECTIVE

The goal is to return CGC WEDGE habitability areas to an appropriately insulated area.

1. 1. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1. 1. 1. Compliance Documents

The following documents provide specifications, standards, or guidelines that must be complied with in order to meet the requirements of this contract:    

           

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification (SFLC Std Spec) 0000, 2022, General Requirements

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 6310 (SFLC Std Spec 6310), 2022, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures

ASTM International (ASTM) F683, 2003, Standard Practice for Selection and Application of Thermal Insulation for Piping and Machinery

NAVSEA Drawing 804-5959214, Rev-, Piping Insulation - Installation Details

Coast Guard Drawing 75D-WAGL-3801-1 Vent Heating & A/C

Coast Guard Drawing 75D-WAGL-3901-1, Insulation & Sheathing Schedule (75306-75307)

Coast Guard Drawing 75D-WAGL 3902-1 Rev 1, JOINER DETS ENG RM (75306-75307

Coast Guard Drawing 75D-WAGL 3902-2 Rev 2, JOINER DETS MN DK & UPPER DK (75306-75307)

Coast Guard Drawing 75D-WAGL 3902-3 Rev 2, JOINER DETS WHEELHOUSE (75306-75307)

1. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

Unless otherwise stated, this contract applies to on-site support for USCGC WEDGE (WLR 75307) in Mobile, AL.

2.1 RENEW CHILLWATER PIPING IINSULATION

The Contractor shall perform any inspections or evaluations, as deemed necessary, to determine best path forward prior to commencing work.

1. 1. 1. Protective measures.  The Contractor shall furnish and install all protective coverings to seal off and protect all non-affected vessel's components, equipment, and spaces near the work area against contamination during the performance of work.  Upon completion of work, the Contractor shall remove all installed protective measures, inspect for the presence of contamination, and return all contaminated equipment, components, and spaces to original condition of cleanliness.

1. 1. 1. Interferences.  The Contractor shall handle all interferences in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.3.5 (Interferences).

NOTE

Although most of the chill water piping is exposed due to previous remediation work; the Contractor will have to remove some overhead and bulk head paneling to access some of the piping.

1. 1. 1. Renewal. The Contractor shall renew all piping system insulation identified in Table 1 and using the relevant Coast Guard Drawing(s) as guidance.

NOTE

Although pipe lengths, routes, and sizes are detailed in the specified drawings, the as-built configuration may vary slightly in routes, lengths, and sizes.

1. 1. 1. Removal. The Contractor shall remove all existing insulation material over the designated pipe surfaces, including associated pipe hangers, valves, fittings, and flanges. 

1. 1. 1. Disposal. The Contractor shall dispose of all removed materials in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

NOTE

Other surfaces/fittings affected include: brackets, bulkhead penetrations, flat work, and all other protrusions or fixtures that will condense due to relative humidity from surrounding atmosphere.

1. 1. 1. Surface preparation.  The Contractor shall clean all exposed pipe and pipe component surfaces with a soft bristle brush and a mild detergent solution to remove all visible surface contaminants.

1. 1. 1. New insulation installation - interior refrigerant, hot water and cold and chill water piping systems (Temperature Range: -20 to +180 Deg. F).   The Contractor shall install new insulation material over the exposed pipe surfaces, including associated pipe hangers, valves, fittings, and flanges, in accordance with details in NAVSEA Drawing 804-5959214; select appropriate insulation materials and thicknesses for the application and temperature ranges specified in ASTM F683, Tables S1.1 and 5. 

1. 1. 1. Preservation.   The Contractor shall paint the newly installed insulation system, in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 6310, using the system specified for “Insulation Surfaces, Fiberglass Sheet/Closed Cell PVC Foam” in Appendix B (Cutter and Boat Interior Paint Systems).

2.2 RENEW OVERHEAD INSULATION

The Contractor shall ensure all pipe insulation has been renewed by preforming a walkthrough of all spaces identified in section 2.1 with the Engineer Petty Officer (EPO) or the EPO’s designated representative.

1. 1. 1. Renew insulation. The Contractor shall renew/install overhead insulation as identified in Table 2 and using the relevant Coast Guard Drawing(s) as guidance.

1. 1. 1. Overhead Repairs The Contractor shall remove all overhead panels in all spaces identified (exception being Galley).

1. 1. 1. 1. The contractor shall identify all overhead mounted components to include but not limited to overhead cables, light fixtures, detectors, etc. and install brackets or new mounts to accommodate new overhead insulation.
         2. The contractor shall identify paint any remaining exposed surfaces as necessary.

1. 1. 1. Renew galley overhead panels.  The Contractor shall replace overhead panels that were previously removed as identified by ships force and Table 3.

1. CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL 

3.1       The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform all requirements specified in this SOW.

1. OTHER APPLICABLE CONDITIONS

4.1 PERIOD of Performance 

The period of performance for this contract shall start April 1, 2025 and end no later than 14 days after commencement of work.

4.2 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE 

The primary place of performance will be at CGC WEDGE at 1500 15TH St., Mobile, AL 36615 unless an alternate location is approved by the Coast Guard.

4.3 HOURS OF OPERATION

Contractor employees shall generally perform all work between the hours of 0730 and 1600 EST, Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays).  However, there may be occasions when Contractor employees shall be required to work other than normal business hours, including weekends and holidays, to fulfill requirements under this SOW. Precise times may be negotiated with the cutter Engineer Petty Officer (EPO) as scheduling is subject to ship’s operations. 

4.4 TRAVEL 

Contractor travel may be required to support this requirement.  All travel required by this task shall be provided by the Contractor at no expense to the Government.

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES

Bulkhead and Overhead panels previously removed during remediation efforts.

6.0 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY 

The Contractor shall furnish all materials, equipment, and services necessary to fulfill the requirements of this contract, except for the Government Furnished Resources specified in Section 5.0.

1. GOVERNMENT ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

The EPO will inspect deliverables prior to acceptance and provide the contractor with an e-mail that provides documented reasons for non-acceptance.  If the deliverable is acceptable, the EPO will send an e-mail to the Contractor notifying it that the deliverable has been accepted.        

8.0 DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall provide a trip report and warranty no later than 7 days after returning to the home office.

RDD/POP: 04/01/2025- 04/14/2025

Delivery address and ATTN to:  

MKC Zachary Mason

CGC Wedge (WLR-75307)

1500 15TH St.,

Mobile, AL 36615

251-214-5671