USCGC POLAR STAR CRANE LOAD MOMENT INDICATOR SYSTEM

2026-11-03

TATEMENT OF WORKUSCGC POLAR STAR ( WAGB - 10 ) – Z14501TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR CRANE LOAD MOMENT INDICATOR SYSTEMObjective . The objective of this Statement of Work ( SOW ) is to restore full capabilities to the load moment indicator system for the knuckle boom cranes on United States Coast Guard Cutter ( USCGC ) Polar Star . This is a critical safety system used for operation of shipboard cranes . References . For any listed references to be distributed , the contractor must be registered in the Joint Certification Program ( JCP ) through Defense Logistics Agency ( DLA ) and provide your JCP number and expiration date to the listed point of contact ( POC ) for this work . United States Coast Guard Technical Publication : 4979 - 589 - A , KNUCKLE BOOM CRANE - MODEL K280 - 70WIKA / Hirschmann User / Calibration Manual : iVISOR mentor QVGA for Allied Boom Crane , Order Code 24 - 183 - 19 - 1003eBackground . This requirement is for the contractor to provide an Original Equipment Manufacturer ( OEM ) technician to perform field troubleshooting on the load moment indicator ( LMI ) system for shipboard knuckle boom cranes . The LMI modules intermittently operate , providing no error codes for further troubleshooting . Replacement modules were received and attempted to install and calibrate . Technicians identified intermittent grounds in several wire runs and receiving error code E61 , denoting issues with data transfer via Can Bus . Shipboard technical expertise on the LMI system is beyond current capabilities and requires on - site OEM technical assistance to diagnose and correct system operation . Tasks . The contractor shall provide labor services , which includes the following : Coordinate field visit for an authorized or certified OEM technical representative . Services must be conducted in the presence of designated USCG personnel . Specific location instructions will be provided by USCG Technical Points of Contact ( TPOCs ) the Contractor is approved for services by a warranted Contracting Officer ( KO ). USCG personnel will operate all shipboard machinery and equipment . USCG personnel will secure and tag applicable equipment prior to the start of any work . Observe safety precautions when working with electrical and electronic equipment . Failure to comply exposes personnel to the danger of electrical shock and personal injury . In presence of designated USCG technician ( s ), and in accordance with applicable references listed in section 2 of this document and OEM standards , the Contractor shall perform the following : Conduct an initial and final operational test of equipment . If unable to perform an initial operational test due to equipment issues , the requirement may be waived only by the listed USCG TPOCs and KO . The final operational test must be performed to demonstrate satisfactory operation of equipment and resolution of issues . The contractor shall receive government furnished property from USCG personnel , if applicable per section 5 of this document . Provide a Material Receiving Report , or similar , to the listed TPOCs within 24 hours of receipt . Troubleshoot , diagnose , and adjust the LMI system and related components to identify and correct issues with the equipment for the knuckle boom cranes onboard the ship . Commission and calibrate LMI console modules according to manufacturer instructions . For planning and estimating purposes , the base requirement shall include travel and up to3 daysof field services . Pricing for any additional travel costs , material , or field service days will be requested and handled by the KO under the terms of the contract . Any repairs beyond the base scope identified because of the troubleshooting shall be documented in a Condition Found Report ( CFR ) with a technical description of the recommended repairs . The CFR shall be provided to the TPOCs and the Contracting Officer . Any additional work will be authorized only by the KO through a written contract modification . The contractor shall not perform any repairs beyond the base scope until specifically authorized in writing by the KO . If the Government elects to proceed with additional repairs , the KO will issue a written contract modification that identifies the authorized additional work and associated firm fixed price . The contractor shall base any proposal for additional repairs on the findings in the CFR . Provide a copy of the invoice and trip report to USCG TPOCs . The trip report shall include at least the following : service dates and location , issue description with any errors / symptoms , troubleshooting steps , findings , resolution , and recommendations ( if any ). If additional parts are required to complete the repairs identified in a CFR , the contractor ' s report shall include a detailed Bill of Materials ( BOM ). This BOM must list the specific manufacturer part number , a technical description , and the quantity required for each component . Government Furnished Property ( GFP ). The Government will furnish and provide the following to the contractor under this requirement : Console Mentor QVGA , Qty 2 , P / N : 024 - 183 - 061 - 001Can Bus Cables : Qty 2 , P / N : 64514 ; Qty 1 , P / N : 64515 ; Qty 1 , P / N : 64516 ; Qty 2 , P / N : 64517Inductive Sensors : Qty 2 , P / N : 257837Security Requirement . Access to government facilities is required . Contractors shall have a valid government issued ID ( or driver ’ s license ) and show identification at the security gate . Contractor must provide full name , date of birth , and driver ’ s license #. Only REAL ID Act compliant driver ’ s licenses and ID cards are authorized for base access . For security processing , USCG recommends contractors with U . S . citizenship . Upon request , USCG members can escort contractors on and off the facility . Place of Performance . USCGCPolar Starat USCG Base Seattle . Address : 1519 Alaskan Way S , Seattle , WA 98134Period of Performance . 20 - 24 April 2026Technical Points of Contact . USCG - SFLC - LREPL , Asset Manager : LT Mikael Axelsson , Mikael . J . Axelsson @ uscg . mil , ( 571 ) 607 - 1134USCGCPolar Star , Engineer Officer : LCDR Josh Herring , Joshua . C . Herring @ uscg . milUSCGCPolar Star . Assistance Engineer Officer : LT Andrea Harris , Andrea . M . Harris @ uscg . milNotes . The cranes are manufactured by Allied Systems Company , model # K280 - 70 . The serial numbers ( S / Ns ) for each knuckle boom crane , starboard and port , are 2204 and 2207 , respectively . The load moment indicator console modules are manufactured by WIKA / Hirschmann , P / N : 024 - 183 - 061 - 001 , Console Mentor QVGA . Each module is flashed for Allied crane / Ns 2204 and 2207 . The S / Ns for new Mentor consoles are 85602BPZ and 856025HV . PicturesData nameplate forreplacementLMI to port side , knuckle boom crane . Front side ofreplacementLMI to port side , knuckle boom crane . Data nameplate forreplacementLMI to starboard side , knuckle boom crane . Data nameplate foroldLMI to port side , knuckle boom crane . Front side of old LMI to port side , knuckle boom crane . Please see attachment for pictures

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