Shipyard Service Contract for Research Vessel

Background
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Southeast Fishery Science Center (SEFSC) is responsible for the stewardship of the nation’s living marine resources and their habitats. The SEFSC conducts research and provides scientific advice to manage fisheries and conserve protected species in marine and estuarine habitats of the U.S. South Atlantic, Gulf of America, and Caribbean Sea.

The SEFSC has acquired a 134 ft research vessel, now named R/V Gladys Reese, to enhance survey operations. This contract aims to provide shipyard services for modifications necessary to outfit the vessel with scientific gear and equipment for various missions, including stern trawling and plankton net deployments.

Work Details
The contractor will perform shipyard services that include but are not limited to:
- Deckhouse Installation (WI-01)
- Aft Deck Modifications (WI-02)
- Mission Installations (WI-03)
- Life Raft Cradle Modifications (WI-07)
- Anchor Chute Modification (WI-08)
- Painting (WI-09)

The work must adhere to detailed specifications provided in the attachments. The contractor is expected to provide pricing by individual Work Item as identified in the Detail Specifications. Additional unexpected work items may arise during the contract period, which must be authorized by NOAA's representative.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a specified period that aligns with the project requirements, with specific timelines for deliverables outlined in the Statement of Work.

Place of Performance
The work will be conducted at NOAA Dock Facility located at 202 Delmas Ave., Pascagoula, MS 39567.