Description
The United States Coast Guard is seeking a contractor to perform standard overhauls on steel ocean buoys. The work includes repairing damaged or worn areas, making required structural modifications, preparing the surface of the buoy, testing the watertight and structural integrity of the buoy body and battery pocket(s), and painting the buoy to final color choice. The contractor will be required to follow specific guidelines and regulations, including those related to welding, materials, and quality assurance.
Some key aspects of the job include:
• Interference removal and surface preparation
• Abrasive blasting and painting
• Buoy body repair and inspection
• Mooring attachment inspection and repair
• Fender replacement and tower/cage inspection and repair
• Battery pocket inspection and repair
• Sound signal outfitting and testing
The contractor will need to have experience with steel buoy overhaul and repair, as well as knowledge of the relevant regulations and guidelines.