USCGC ROBERT GOLDMAN (WPC-154) DRYDOCK AVAILABILITY FY2024

11100_JLW_0523_154

WORK ITEM 1: Hull Plating, Inspect

1. SCOPE

1.1 Intent. This work item describes the requirements for the Contractor to conduct an inspection of the
hull shell plate and inaccessible voids and to perform the designated hulls scans as specified below.

TABLE 1 – ELEVATED INSPECTION SCANS

INCLUDED SCAN TYPE

Conduct an automated crawler ultrasonic inspection scanning (i.e. SIDESCAN) of underwater
YES hull plating and entire freeboard, up to the main deck edge to detect all metal corrosion and
deterioration. See paragraph 3.6.1 for requirements.
Conduct a 3D laser scan of the cutter’s exterior hull shell, deck and dock floor
NO locations/deformations and provide results in 3D CAD format. See paragraph 3.6.2 for
requirements
If “YES” appears in the left-column cell then the corresponding scan work is required, must be quoted on, and executed
during the contract performance period. If “NO” appears in the cell then the corresponding scan work is NOT required,
must NOT be quoted on, nor executed during the contract performance period.

TABLE 1A – FREEBOARD TEARDROP MODS

DESCRIPTION
At the port and stbd teardrop areas, extend the existing stainless steel hull insert aft using an insert
of dimensions 32” x 56” x 3/16” of the in-kind stainless steel material specified on 154 WPC 111-
301.

1.2 Government-furnished property.

None.

2. REFERENCES

COAST GUARD DRAWINGS

Coast Guard Drawing 154 WPC 111-301, Rev B, Shell Expansion
Coast Guard Drawing 154B WPC 111-301, Rev A, Shell Expansion
Coast Guard Drawing 154 WPC 997-302, Rev -, Docking Plan (Supersedes DWGS 154-WPC-
997-1, 997-301)

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COAST GUARD PUBLICATIONS

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), 2022,
General Requirements
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0740 (SFLC Std Spec 0740), 2022,
Welding and Allied Processes

OTHER REFERENCES
ASTM International (ASTM) D5363, 2008; Standard Specification for Anaerobic Single-
Component Adhesives (An)
MIL-S-45180, 1998; Sealing Compound, Gasket, Hydrocarbon Fluid and Water Resistant

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 General.

3.1.1 CIR. The Contractor must submit a CIR for the inspections listed in the following paragraph(s):
• 3.4 Initial inspection/test report submission.

3.1.2 Tech Rep. None.

3.1.3 Protective measures. The Contractor must furnish and install all protective measures in accordance
with SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.3.3 (Vessel component, space, and equipment protection).

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

3.1.5 Refer to Coast Guard Drawings listed in Section 2 (References) for guidance.

3.2 Inspect hull shell plate. In the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector, the Contractor must visually
inspect all hull freeboard and underwater body shell plate (water boundary) to identify all discrepancies
(e.g. pitting, rust, significant deformation, cracks, obvious reduced shell plate thickness, etc.). If "Yes" is
specified in Table 1 above for either of the elevated inspections then perform those inspections as well. If
"No" is specified in Table 1 above then the corresponding elevated inspection is not required.

3.3 Inspect and test inaccessible voids. In the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector, the Contractor must
remove and dispose of all drain plugs for all voids and appendages listed in Table 2 below. Verify that no
liquids drain from the voids/appendages, which may indicate a hull leak. Identify all associated
discrepancies. Dispose of drained liquids in accordance with all Federal, state, and local laws and
regulations. Upon completion of all work chase all female threads for each corresponding plug removed,
renew all plugs (using either 316 stainless steel or Monel, as applicable), and coat new plugs prior to
installation with a sealing and locking compound conforming to ASTM D5363-AN0123 or a flexible
joint compound conforming to MIL-S-45180, Type II. Subsequently, if authorized by the KO, if void air
tests are specified in a Change Request, then perform those air tests in accordance with SFLC Std Spec
0740, Appendix C. Upon completion of those tests submit a CFR detailing discrepancies and
recommended repairs.

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TABLE 2 – DRAIN PLUGS FOR U/W INACCESSIBLE VOIDS

VOID FRAME SIDE

Fairing Plate (4ea) 44 P/S
Skeg 38 to 42 CL

CAUTION
Some liquids that are drained may be classified as hazardous materials or
hazardous waste depending on state and local regulations. The vessel
environmental coordinator may assist with determination of waste category.

3.4 Initial inspection/test report submission. Submit a CIR detailing all discrepancies that were found
during all hull inspections and tests performed. Include repair recommendations in the report.

3.5 Repairs. Pending inspections, if the KO releases a Change Request that specifies growth repairs to
correct discrepancies, then the Contractor must perform the work specified in the Change Request and
conform to the following requirements, as applicable.

3.5.1 Perform the repairs specified above in TABLE 1A – FREEBOARD TEARDROP MODS (price this
work in with the pre-award quote for this work item, not by CFR/CR/MOD).

3.6 Various standards and specifications. The Contractor must conform to the following standards and
specifications when performing the elevated inspection scans, if they have been invoked by Table 1
above.

3.6.1 Automated ultrasonic inspection (SIDESCAN) standards and specifications. When performing this
type of scan, all shell plate thickness discrepancies must be identified and reported, while accomplishing
and conforming to the following:

3.6.1.1 All scanning work must be performed in the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector or COR. The
KO may request that evidence be submitted proving that, at all times, one or more of the on-site
technicians, who are performing or overseeing the scan work, meet all qualifications set forth below:
• have successfully operated the automated plate thickness scanner being used in this contract
during at least one similar contract
• are conforming to all ASNT Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A 2006 requirements
• possess ASNT Level III analyst certifications for overseeing the entire scanning process and
for evaluating all data obtained during scanning.
• possess ASNT Level III or II analyst certification for operating a hand held meters

3.6.1.2 An “Echo-To-Echo Transducer” is not authorized for use.

3.6.1.3 The automated scanning machine must cover all areas of the hull (below the water line and entire
freeboard area) up to a maximum of six inches around obstacles. Acceptable obstacles include sea
suctions, discharges, rudderposts, anodes, stern tubes, drydock blocks and areas blocked by immovable
scaffolding or shipyard activity.

3.6.1.4 The automated scanner must be capable of scanning all convex areas with a radius of 8 inches and
greater and concave areas with a radius of 12 inches and greater.

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3.6.1.5 Automated scanning resolution must be set to 0.5” x 0.5”.

3.6.1.6 Hand held scanning must be accomplished in areas not covered by the automated scanning, and in
areas where the automated scanner loses data due to sharp dents, surface irregularities, roughness, etc.
Follow these guidelines:
• the hand held meter must be calibrated each time it is powered up for use using an ASNT
certified calibration block made of mild steel. Demonstrate that the equipment is calibrated
prior to and immediately after scanning.
• the hand held meter must be set to a resolution of 2.0” x 2.0” or better.
• supplemental hand held readings must be provided on any area of the hull identified as
thinner than the criteria for repair defined in paragraph titled “Evaluation criteria” below.
• a resolution set to 1.0” x 1.0” or better must be used in areas where the automated scanner
loses data

3.6.1.7 Measure the average paint thickness in order to provide a more accurate metal thickness at all
scanned points. The average paint thickness must be clearly defined in the reports.

3.6.1.8 Evaluation Criteria. Use the following evaluation criteria for all scanned plating (underwater body
and freeboard):
• Plates where scan data indicates wastage greater than or equal to 25% nominal plate thickness
must be highlighted in “RED” and designated “repair areas”.
• Plates where scan data indicates wastage between 10% to 24% of nominal plate thickness
must be highlighted in “YELLOW”.
• Plates where scan data indicates wastage less than 10% of nominal plate thickness must be
highlighted in DARK GREEN.

3.6.1.9 Label each plate on the hull designated for inspection as per the CG drawings listed in Section 2.

3.6.1.10 Outline areas measured with the hand held meter on the hull.

3.6.1.11 Outline in WHITE or YELLOW all areas on the hull identified with 25% or greater deterioration.
NOTE
The colors used to label repair areas must not be used for any other markings
on the hull.

3.6.1.12 Develop an electronic file side scan report comparing the results and the plate drawings (to be
submitted with the CIR specified above). The reports must include the following contents (minimum):
• Findings narrative summary
• Plate summary – must be in table format with at minimum a column for plate identification,
repair identification, location of repair area, size of repair area, and brief description (i.e.
exterior pitting, hole, interior corrosion, etc.)
• A composite mosaic of the scan images overlaid on the appropriate shell plate expansion
drawing as listed in paragraph titled “Evaluation criteria” above.
• A separate page for each plate with a scan image of that plate only. Each page must contain
the following:

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o Plate nominal thickness(es).

o A legend showing plate thickness for green, yellow and red criteria.
o All repair areas must be outlined in blue in the scan image as they are marked on the
hull.
o All unusual areas on the scan such as rough surface, etc. must be called out and noted
in blue.
o Plate orientation relative to the cutter must be identified.
• Provide an individual photo for each plate requiring repairs.
• Raw data files.

3.6.1.13 The report must be organized as follows and included in the "Initial inspection/test report
submission" described above with two copies of the side scan report on unprotected/editable compact
discs (CDs).:
• Table of contents
• Plate summary
• Complete port side mosaic showing colorized results
• Port side scan and digital photos of each plate in sequential order
• Complete starboard side mosaic showing colorized results
• Starboard side scan and digital photos of each plate in sequential order
• Transom scan and digital photos
NOTE
All files must be compatible with USCG standard workstation software (i.e.,
AutoCAD, MS Office, Adobe PDF, JPEG format).

3.6.2 3D laser scan. When performing this type of scan, the cutter’s hull (sides, bottom and transom),
shaft skegs (and shafting if in place) and the dock floor must be scanned to obtain a 3D point cloud, and a
registered, reduced point cloud data set as follows:

3.6.2.1 This work must be performed by a qualified technician. The KO may request that evidence be
submitted proving that one or more on-site technicians have successfully operated the 3-D laser scanning
equipment being used in this contract during at least one prior similar contract. And that one or more on-
site technicians have prior experience performing all tasks specified under this requirement.

3.6.2.2 The 3D laser scan point cloud accuracy must be within +/- 2 mm local scans and 5mm global scan
alignment for the hull and deck surfaces. A point cloud reduction process must be conducted to
determine the shell plating deformations including an average of the deck nonskid covering to show the
underlying plate deformations by averaging points over a 20 mm grid on the hull. The point cloud of hull
appendages must be reduced over a 1mm grid.

3.6.2.3 The 3D laser scan (3D Point cloud) must converted to a point cloud format that can be used in
Rhino 3D version 5.0. Staging interferences located around the hull of the Cutter must be digitally
removed from the data.

3.6.2.4 The measured 3D point cloud and meshed surfaces must be compared to the hull lines based
NURBS surface developed by US Coast Guard SFLC to determine dimensional deviations from the lines

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based NURBS surface. The dimensional deviations must be rendered in the Rhino 3D in 1mm increments
and colors to show the dimensional gradients. The hull must be positioned relative to the 3D hull surface
in coordination with the US Coast Guard.

3.6.2.5 Report. A neatly organized model using layers and color contour images of the surface
comparisons must be provided. The 3D point cloud in Rhino 3D 5.0 formatted files must be provided and
delivered in electronic format by ftp or mailed CDs to the USCG within 2 weeks after conducting the 3D
Laser Scan. The report must include all photographs, illustrations, charts, graphs, tables, calculations,
text, analyses, algorithms, conclusions and recommendation deliverables developed as a part of this
project. The Coast Guard will review the report, and may provide feedback or conduct discussions with
the Contractor prior to acceptance. The report must be delivered to USCG with a document cover letter
to the following address:

Commanding Officer (SFLC-ESD-NAME)

USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (Mail Stop 25)
2401 Hawkins Point Road
Baltimore, MD 21226-5000
Attn: Mr. Karl Stambaugh

4. NOTES

4.1 Data rights. All data regardless of form or medium must be the sole property of the US Coast Guard
and must not be released without the written consent of the US Coast Guard.

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