70B02C19R00000028-RSPP_RFP_Att(2)_Performance_Spec_6.13.19.pdf

U.S. Department of Homeland Security U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Air and Marine Operations

Performance Specification For

Riverine Surface Patrol Platform

Change History

Version Number Date Description

V.1 February, 2018 Original Document V.1.1 June, 2018 SME revisions after working group draft.

V.1.2 July 12, 2018 Administrative changes after OCC review.

V.1.3 August 1, 2018 Revisions after USPB changes to CONOPS/ORD.

V.1.4 June 11, 2019 Pre-Award Clarifications after Contracts and OCC final review.

Contents

1.0 General Guidance and Administration

1.1 Introduction and General Description

1.2 Program Objectives

1.3 General Administrative

1.4 Access for Government Representatives

1.5 Definitions

1.6 Referenced Documents

1.7 Operating Conditions

1.7.1 Operating Environment

1.7.2 Environmental Conditions

1.8 General

1.9 Workmanship

1.10 Weight and Load Conditions

1.10.1 General

1.10.2 Definitions of Load Conditions

2.0 System Requirements

2.1 General

2.2 Speed

2.3 Maneuverability

2.4 Operational Capacity

2.5 Hardware and Fasteners

2.6 Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability

3.0 Vessel Principal Characteristics

4.0 Vessel Requirements

4.1 Open Deck Hull Structure

4.2 Propulsion

4.3 Electric Plant

4.4 Command and Control

4.5 Auxiliary Systems

4.6 Outfit and Furnishings

4.7 Armament

5.0 References

Appendix A: World Meteorological Organization Sea State Code

1.0 General Guidance and Administration

1.1 Introduction and General Description

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) is the mobile, uniformed law enforcement arm of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), responsible for patrolling more than 6,000 linear miles (and approximately 109,000 square miles) along the international border with Canada and Mexico between the ports of entry (POEs). USBP’s active patrolling of border rivers, lakes, marshlands, and inland waterways serves as a deterrent to illegal activity, including criminals and illegal entrants attempting to cross the border of the United States. USBP currently employs airboats as the Riverine Surface Patrol Platform (RSPP).

As the border security mission owner, USBP uses RSPPs to conduct riverine operations 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. USBP performs three primary operational tasks: patrolling, intelligence gathering, and deterrence. It may also use the RSPP to support secondary missions when required, including the transport of additional law enforcement officers, cargo equipment, detainees, other individuals, and towing of other law enforcement or detained water vessels of similar size and weight. The RSPP is not intended to conduct pursuit or vessel intercept operations.

These missions and tasks are currently conducted in shallow to moderately deep waters, from soft, muddy riverbed to rocky substrate or grass on rivers, lakes, marshlands, and inland waterways. These areas may include areas of deep moving river waters, partially exposed sand and gravel bars, and areas of extremely shallow water where other marine platforms are incapable of navigating.

Riverine operations are conducted by USBP agents who are specially trained and certified as Riverine Surface Patrol Platform Operators and Vessel Commanders (VC). When required, additional USBP agents and mission partners may ride along to perform USBP missions and functions.

The vessel shall have a seating arrangement that allows for up to four USBP agents. Support to this diverse mission set will also require space on board the vessel for additional people, equipment, and contraband. The vessel shall be safe to operate and the safety of agents and others is of the highest priority. Design and construction of the vessel(s) shall take safety into consideration at all times.

1.2 Program Objectives

The government’s objectives in this acquisition are to select, deploy, and sustain a RSPP that will best meet CBP’s organizational objectives. The applicable objectives include: implementing additional capabilities to the objective levels specified in this Performance Specification through continuous improvement and incremental development processes as technology matures;

implementing a sustainment strategy that uses an optimal combination of government and industry capabilities; and incorporating “lessons learned” from previous programs.

1.3 General Administrative

This section describes the general administrative requirements, information, and responsibilities required by the Contractor for the design, construction, testing, and delivery of the vessel in accordance with this Performance Specification.

1. All components shall be supplied and installed by the Contractor.

2. The Contractor shall have total program responsibility for ensuring that the requirements defined herein are met, and that the vessel performs according to this specification.

3. The production of the vessel shall be in accordance with the written proposal and the Technical Data Package with additional detail incorporated during Systems Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), and Critical Design Review (CDR).

CBP will conduct an Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E). The OT&E report recommendations, if any, will be presented to the Contractor for implementation. Prior to going to Full Rate Production, CBP will evaluate and certify the configuration of the vessel, and establish the Production Configuration Baseline.

4. The Contractor shall include state-of-the art technology upgrades and improvements to the commercial products and services. The government may solicit, or the Contractor may independently propose, changes, upgrades, or enhancements to the vessel, equipment, components, or other requirements to reduce costs, improve performance, save energy, or improve safety.

5. Installation of all equipment and systems shall be in accordance with National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) standards and American Boat and Yacht Council’s (ABYC) “Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft.”

6. All packing, preservation, and markings shall follow original equipment manufacturer (OEM) requirements, unless otherwise specified.

7. Where the terms "Space, Weight, and Power" or "Reserve Space, Weight, and Power" are used herein with respect to equipment or systems, it means that the Contractor shall provide the space, weight, and power reservations specified herein. Space, weight, and power items shall be incorporated in design analyses and used in the design and selection of service system components and installation.

8. Quality System

a. The Contractor shall implement and maintain a quality system that ensures the functional and physical conformity of all products and services. The quality system shall achieve defect prevention and process control. For guidance, the Contractor should look to the procedures outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) ISO-9001.

9. Corrosion Control

a. The Contractor will implement a strategy to manage corrosion and aesthetics.

Examples include ensuring proper separation of dissimilar metals; selecting coatings that prevent corrosion and maintain their appearance with little or no maintenance; and properly selecting materials for the application.

1.4 Access for Government Representatives

Access to production facilities shall be granted to the Government’s representatives in accordance with FAR Part 52.246-2.

1.5 Definitions

1. RSPP refers to the CBP vessel. It is defined in this Performance Specification as being the entire vessel, including: hull structure, propulsion, electrical, command and control, auxiliary systems, outfit and furnishings, and weapons stowage.

2. In this document, the terms “will” and “must” describe minimum requirements to be achieved. The term “should” denotes a recommendation and does not constitute a minimum requirement.

3. Items followed by the word “(threshold)” or letter “(T)” are minimum requirements or performance standards that must be met by the Contractor. Items followed by the word “(objective)” or letter “(O)” represent desirable increases in threshold capabilities. These objective requirements or any portion thereof, as well as any other items or increased performance capabilities the Contractor considers desirable or to add value, may be offered provided that doing so satisfies any threshold requirements and that the vessel and all its systems can achieve all performance requirements. Items not followed by either (threshold), (T), (objective), or (O) are considered to be threshold.

4. The Contractor’s proposal will be incorporated into the contract requirements. This includes any part of the proposal that exceeds the government requirements within this Performance Specification or the Statement of Work (SOW).

1.6 Referenced Documents

1. Throughout this specification where the government specification, standard, drawing, or publication number is referenced, the amendment or revision in effect as of the date of release of this solicitation shall apply. Where industry standards are referenced, the issue or revision in effect on the date of release of this solicitation shall apply. In case of an inconsistency between this specification and the referenced documents, the following order of precedence applies:

a. Performance Specification requirements;

b. Statement of Work requirements;

c. Manufacturer equipment installation requirements to retain valid warranties;

d. Government specifications and standards, industry standards, and similar referenced documents.

2. The Government shall be notified immediately of any SOW or specification requirements that deviate from government or industry standards referenced below in such a way as to cause the government liability, void product warranties, or reduce the inherent safety of the vessel. The following references should be used as applicable to this specification:

a. Society of Automotive Engineers.

i. http://www.sae.org

b. United States Coast Guard Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook.

i. https://www.navcen.uscg.gov/pdf/navRules/CG_NRHB_20151231.pdf

c. National Marine Electronics Association.

i. http://www.nmea.org

d. Society of Allied Weight Engineers.

i. http://www.sawe.org

e. Standard Practice for Human Engineering Design for Marine Systems, Equipment and Facilities.

i. http://www.astm.org

f. Code of Federal Regulations.

i. http://www.gpoaccess.gov/cfr/index.html

g. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

i. http://www.astm.org

h. American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC).

i. http://www.abvcinc.org

i. American Welding Society (AWS).

i. http://www.aws.org

j. Environmental Protection Agency.

i. http://www.epa.gov

1.7 Operating Conditions

1.7.1 Operating Environment

USBP riverine operating areas include rivers, lakes, marshlands, and inland waterways along the southwest border and portions of the northern border of the United States. Today, USBP limits its riverine operations to daylight conditions in the Southwest Region area of operations (AO) along extremely shallow and restricted waterways. Future USBP riverine operations may be conducted along all portions of the southern and northern border sectors that have rivers, lakes, marshlands, and restricted inland waterways, as determined by USBP mission and operational risk assessments.

The frequency and duration of riverine operations can range from a single multi-hour mission involving a single vessel, to a prolonged set of missions involving multiple vessels and crews, with each vessel conducting operations upwards of 8 continuous hours, requiring vessel refueling and operator level maintenance. In extreme cases, multiple trained crews may operate the same vessels in successive shifts.

Daylight Conditions

Daylight conditions are dawn to dusk where there are no restricted visibility conditions.

Restricted Visibility Conditions

Restricted visibility means any condition in which visibility may be restricted or impaired by elemental conditions, including fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes.

1.7.2 Environmental Conditions

USBP riverine vessels operate in extremely shallow water where other marine platforms are incapable of navigating. The RSPP shall have the capability to safely and reliably operate in the following conditions:

1. Water Depths

a. It is critical that the vessel has the operational capability to transit shallow water depths from 0 to 4 inches in muddy or flat river bottoms and river rock without disabling the vessel to the extent that it cannot complete the intended mission. The various riverine communities have the following specific characteristics:

2. Currents

i. Del Rio, Texas: Shallow water can vary from 0 to ½ inch. The average depth of deep water is approximately 8 feet. Occasionally, depths as much as 25 feet have been observed.

ii. Laredo, Texas: Shallow water can vary from 0 inches to 4 inches.

iii. Rio Grande Valley: Shallow water approximately ½ inch over a loose river rock bed.

a. The direction and speed of the currents are seasonal. Factors include rainfall, water flow from dam release, and agricultural use. Strength of the current can vary from 0 to 15 knots.

3. River Bottom

a. Hydrilla and other aquatic vegetation are present in some areas. The river bottom may be rocky, with rocks varying in size from gravel to large submerged and semi-submerged boulders. Eroded rock bed with channels and sharp, protruding rocks may be encountered in some areas.

4. Wind

a. High winds may be encountered, particularly in canyons. Wind speeds of 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph are common.

5. Man-made infrastructure present on rivers

a. Dams, gas pipelines, and infrastructure associated with POEs may be present on the rivers. Debris may be encountered during changing water elevations, including large pieces of concrete, old infrastructure, and semi-submerged vehicles.

1.8 General

1. Contractors shall adhere to industry best practices unless otherwise specified within this document. Specifications identified in this section provide the required general system characteristics and requirements for the selection, installation, performance, inspection of machinery, equipment and outfit, and pre-installation handling and inspections of materials for construction.

2. All sharp edges shall be rounded over or smoothed out to prevent injury to persons using the vessel.

3. All material and equipment entering into the construction and outfitting of the vessel shall be new.

4. All organic finishes used on replacement components shall comply with manufacturer specifications. Where dissimilar metals come in contact, the metals shall be adequately protected against galvanic corrosion.

5. The vessel design shall be based around the 5th percentile female to 95th percentile male characteristics in accordance with ASTM F1166-95a (2006), “Standard Practice of Human Engineering Design for Marine Systems, Equipment and Facilities.”

6. The vessel shall not create noise levels that interfere with onboard communications or noise levels which cannot be mitigated through the proper use of hearing protection.

Hearing protection is defined as the use of double hearing protection, foam plugs, and onboard headsets.

a. Not to exceed 120 dB (T)

b. Not to exceed 85 dB (O)

1.9 Workmanship

1. All workmanship, materials, and equipment installed in or used during construction of the vessel shall be new, commercially proven with respect to reliability, availability, maintainability, corrosion resistance, and of suitable marine quality for the intended purpose.

2. Initial and long-term aesthetics shall be considered in the proposed use of material, coatings, and process selections, as the vessel will be called upon to be a forward and visible symbol of the United States.

3. To the maximum extent possible, all like components, equipment, machinery, and parts shall be interchangeable between all production vessels.

4. The vessel shall be fair and free from buckles or uneven sight edges. Joints shall be neatly and accurately made. No faying surfaces shall be employed except in the case of engine mount shims or other equipment mounts. Where faying surfaces are allowed, they shall be free from gaps, hollows, or warping. Shims shall not be used to correct improper fits. All sharp edges shall be dressed and rounded over to avoid injury to persons aboard the vessel.

5. Non-watertight equipment shall be installed where fluids will not spray, drip, splash, or be blown into it. Where non-watertight equipment cannot reasonably be installed in locations to prevent moisture exposure, the equipment shall have adequate protection provided.

6. The Contractor shall implement effective configuration management activities and practices using the principles found in MIL-HDBK-61A (SE), “Configuration Management Guidance.”

a. These activities shall include:

i. A description of the differences between the existing contract requirements and the proposed configuration and the comparative advantages and disadvantages of each. This description shall include an estimate of the changes in performance and cost that will result from adoption of proposed changes.

ii. Itemized requirements for proposed changes to the contract requirements.

iii. An evaluation of the effects the proposed change would have on collateral costs to the Government, such as Government-furnished equipment (GFE), related items, and operations and maintenance costs.

iv. The time when the change order adopting the proposal must be issued to obtain the maximum benefits of the changes during the remainder of the contract, and the impact on the contract completion time or delivery schedule.

7. Internal and external finishes of components shall match the color scheme designated by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The COR shall provide the color selection, markings, and paint scheme for the vessel.

8. Where vessel components and equipment are specified herein by brand name or manufacturer and model number, such identification is intended to be descriptive.

The Contractor may propose the use of other products that are functionally equivalent to the specified make and model products.

1.10 Weight and Load Conditions

1.10.1 General

Standard crew sizes are comprised of two and four USBP agents.

1.10.2 Definitions of Load Conditions

For the purpose of load condition calculations, the Contractor shall assume that the additional cargo and passengers are dispersed appropriately throughout the vessel.

1. Light Condition: Vessel complete and ready for service in every respect. Liquids in machinery shall be at operating levels. This condition does not include crew, cargo, or fuel.

2. Full Fuel Condition: Light condition with a full load of fuel.

3. Normal Load Condition: Full Fuel Condition plus two crew and cargo. Estimated at 670 pounds, including the 10 percent margin.

4. Overload Condition: Full Fuel condition plus four crew and cargo. Estimated at 1,210 pounds, including the 10 percent margin.

2.0 System Requirements

2.1 General

1. Unless otherwise specified, performance requirements apply to Normal Load Condition.

2. Specified operational requirements, including range, endurance, maneuvering, sea keeping, launch, and recovery, shall be met with the vessel operating in Normal Load Condition. Specified speed requirements will be met with 85 percent fuel capacity.

3. When configured in accordance with this specification, the vessel shall meet or exceed the following key performance parameters (KPPs).

Key Performance Parameters

KPPs are attributes or characteristics of a system that are considered critical or essential to the development of an effective capability and those attributes that make a significant contribution to the characteristics of the system.

Key Performance Parameters1

Number Requirement Threshold Objective

KPP-12

The RSPP shall be able to operate on the surface of rivers, lakes, marshlands, and inland waterways of various depths. (RSPPOR-1)3

0 inches, and up to 10 feet of water

0 inches, and up to 10 feet of water

KPP-2

The RSPP shall be able to traverse over dry ground from a stationary position with a mission load weight (670 pounds), under its own power, without ramps or other assistance.

(RSPPOR-2)

6-foot dry span

20-foot dry span

KPP-3

The RSPP shall be able to make 180 degree turns in a narrow waterway not to exceed a width of 10 feet greater than the vessel’s total length to avoid obstacles.

(RSPPOR-3)

Turn inside 1½ of the vessel’s total length.

Turn inside of the vessel’s total length.

1 All KPPs shall be tested at the defined mission load weight of 670 pounds (Normal Load Condition).

2 KPP 1: shall be operable both at 0 inches and within the entire water depth range of 0 inches to 10 feet.

3 RSPPOR (RSPP Operational Requirement) numbers reference the internal CBP document RSPP CONOPS/ORD.

Number Requirement Threshold Objective

KPP-4

The RSPP shall be able to operate in calm to moderate water conditions based on the World Meteorological Organization sea state code.3 (RSPPOR-4) sea state 2 sea state 3

KPP-8

The RSPP shall be able to carry Mission Load weight while achieving required operational duration. (RSPPOR-8)

670 pounds (based on a mission crew of 2)

1,210 pounds (based on a mission crew of 4)

KPP-9

The RSPP shall possess an operational duration while conducting active patrolling at an average of 85 percent throttle, without refueling, in sea state 2 on a reciprocal course. (RSPPOR-9)

3.5 hours

8 hours

2.2 Speed

1. The vessel shall be able to maintain a straight line speed of 35 knots while maintaining plane. This requirement will be validated at a water depth greater than 5 feet.

2.3 Maneuverability

1. The vessel shall be dynamically stable at all speeds in mission-representative situations up to the maximum attainable speed, in water from zero inches up to ten feet, and under all specified load conditions (see section 1.10.2).

2. The vessel shall not “porpoise” at planing speed.

3. At all speeds, the vessel shall maintain a straight course without corrective steering (plus or minus 3 degrees) for 30 seconds with winds less than 5 mph. This requirement will be validated both at a water depth of approximately 2 feet and a water depth greater than 5 feet.

4. The RSPP shall be able to achieve planing speed (14 knots) from a dead stop at water depths from greater than 5 feet.

a. Able to achieve plane speed in 30 seconds or less (T)

b. Able to achieve plane speed in 20 seconds or less (O)

3 Sea state- In oceanography, a sea state is the general condition of the free surface on a large body of water - with respect to wind waves and swell - at a certain location and moment. A sea state is characterized by statistics, including the wave height, period, and power spectrum. A scale is used to give an approximate but concise description of conditions for reporting in a ship's log or similar record. See Appendix A: (World Meteorological Organization sea state code).

2.4 Operational Capacity

1. The vessel shall be configured to be operated by a single operator.

2. The vessel shall be able to self-launch and recover from shore side to water at a minimum distance of 25 feet.

a. River bank/lake shore with 10 percent incline (T)

b. River bank/lake shore with 20 percent incline (O)

3. The vessel shall safely carry additional passengers and cargo above the Overload Condition.

a. 450 pounds (T)

b. 900 pounds (O)

4. The vessel shall be equipped with seating for five people in the following configuration:

a. Two individual seats

b. One bench

5. The vessel shall be able to be towed to launch points by the standard utility vehicle in the

USBP inventory.

a. Ford F-250, extended cab short bed pickup (or equivalent).

6. Vessel fueling ports shall be readily accessible from a standing position, while the vessel is located either on ground or in water.

2.5 Hardware and Fasteners

1. All hardware, including, but not limited to, nuts, bolts, washers, screws, hinges, and hose clamps, shall be 316 marine grade stainless steel. Where 316 stainless steel is not available, a high quality corrosion resistant alternative shall be proposed.

2. Nylon-insert lock nuts shall be used where applicable.

3. If nyloc style locknuts are not available for an application, a LocTite or safety wire type of treatment shall be provided to prevent nuts and bolts from backing out.

4. Dissimilar metals shall be isolated to prevent galvanic corrosion in accordance with ABYC standard T-1 Aluminum Applications for Boats and Yachts.

5. Fasteners in deck traffic areas shall be flush-mounted to eliminate tripping hazards.

6. All stainless steel components shall be passivated.

2.6 Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability

1. Vessel components that would render the vessel incapable of performing its operational tasks are defined as: hull, power plant, and physically integrated communication and navigational systems. Each of these components shall have a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1000 hours of operation.

2. All components requiring routine maintenance shall be readily accessible. The design and installation of mission system equipment and line replaceable units, subassemblies, and parts shall allow for the easy removal, replacement, and adjustment of equipment on-site or in the field by technicians using standard materials, mechanics tools, and electronic repair equipment. Use of specialized tools shall be avoided to the maximum extent possible.

3. Access panels and closures shall provide access to components requiring inspection, replacement, calibration, and adjustment. They will also provide access to disconnect fittings for ease of maintenance and reduction in maintenance time. Access to compartments that require entrance between scheduled inspections (other than those required to replace a component due to malfunction) shall provide easy entry.

4. Cable bundles and connectors shall be mounted to allow for disconnection and reconnection with minimum effort during component removal. Wiring bundles shall be long enough to permit replacement of connectors multiple times without splicing before replacing the wire bundles, and shall also be long enough for ease of access to the component for repair/replacement. Service loops shall be provided. Cables shall not be hardwired to any equipment or equipment racks.

5. All vessel systems, equipment, and components shall be designed and installed to facilitate the least obstructive visual and physical accessibility for operating efficiency and for inspection, adjustment, maintenance, repair, removal, and replacement.

6. To permit basic maintenance by National Marine Center maintenance contractor personnel, including engine parts change-out, components requiring routine maintenance should be readily accessible and removable with hand tools wherever possible. Examples include changing and checking oil, fuel air filters, and electronics.

7. The vessel design shall preclude improper mounting, installation, and alignment of systems and their components. Systems and their components shall be properly mounted, installed, and aligned.

8. The vessel shall operate for 100 (T) underway hours without requiring preventive or predictive maintenance actions beyond that included in normal pre-operation and post-operation checks. Examples of preventive and predictive maintenance include planned fluid change, mechanical adjustment, and wear part replacement or inspection.

9. Access to fuel tanks, hoses, and fittings shall be provided for inspection, repair, and maintenance without the removal of permanent structural components (to include piping, wires, and ducts) and shall be large enough to allow removal of the item without its disassembly.

3.0 Vessel Principal Characteristics

1. Length: 18 feet (+/- 6 inches), when measured along the centerline of the vessel excluding grass rake and push bar.

2. Beam Width: minimum 8 feet and 6 inches at lowest point of the transom.

3. Transom height shall be a minimum of 30 inches at the gunnels, 28 inches on centerline.

4. The vessel on a trailer shall not exceed 12 feet and 8 inches in height, or the maximum requirements to trailer a vessel in any U.S. state.

5. Stability: the vessel shall have a positive metacentric height of 2 feet or greater in all load conditions.

4.0 Vessel Requirements

4.1 Open Deck Hull Structure

1. Hull Structure

a. Details developed by the Contractor shall follow design practices necessary to maintain structural continuity and alignment, and to avoid creation of stress concentrations. The structure shall be designed and constructed to withstand the loads that can be expected for a three year service life.

b. Attachments of components, equipment, and machinery shall not impair the strength or tightness of the structure.

c. The hull bottom, topsides, transom, longitudinal frames, transverse frames, and foundations shall be 5086 or 5083 aluminum alloy.

d. The yield strength of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, if welded into the vessel’s structure, shall be based on T0 structural properties.

2. Hull materials shall be welded 5086 or 5083 aluminum alloy. If a shape is not available in 5086 or 5083, 6061 aluminum alloy may be used only in non-welded applications, or in welded applications where specifically approved by CBP.

3. The transom shall include a splash guard.

4. The vessel shall be equipped with a reinforced transom for the purpose of push-towing by another vessel of equal size and weight.

4.2 Propulsion

1. Engine

a. The engine shall be capable of meeting all requirements stated in this document.

b. The engine shall be marine grade capable of routinely operating at high RPMs for extended durations without failure. After-market fuel injection systems are prohibited. Engine shall be equipped with a spin-on oil filter and housing.

c. The engine stand shall be constructed of square type 316 stainless steel tubing.

d. Engine stand shall be able to be trimmed.

e. Engine shall be equipped with a flame arrestor.

f. Engine starter shall be rated heavy-duty.

g. Alternator must be heavy-duty automotive type of 100 or more amps with a built-in voltage regulator and capable of handling all power requirements.

h. Wiring harness shall have Deutsch connectors.

i. A commercial off the shelf (COTS) accelerator pedal shall be mounted for operation by the driver’s right foot at the far aft port seat.

j. If a reduction unit to the propeller is used, it shall be heavy duty and capable of meeting engine power.

k. Engine shall be equipped with an oil cooler with stainless braided oil lines.

l. The radiator mounts shall be of the shock mitigating type.

m. A heavy-duty protective mesh screen shall be installed on the aft side of the radiator to protect the radiator from debris without sacrificing airflow.

n. The vessel’s engine shall employ noise reduction technology.

2. Propeller(s)

a. Propeller(s) shall be adequately sized and pitched to meet the performance standards located within this document.

b. All mounting bolts shall be drilled and installed with aircraft safety wire.

3. Engine Cage/Propeller Guard

a. The engine cage and propeller guard shall be constructed of stainless steel and shall be appropriately sized to protect crew, equipment, and propulsion machinery.

b. The cage shall have two 3-foot by 3-foot access doors on each side of the forward part of the cage for engine inspection and maintenance and a 1-foot by 1-foot access door to allow checking and refilling the engine oil. Access doors shall have gas lifts to hold them open. In the case of a top mounted access door, no lift is needed if the door in the fully open position does not accidentally close. All access doors shall have a secure latching device to keep them closed while underway.

c. On the rear outer side of the prop guard, on both sides of the cage, shall be mounted red on white vertical signs in two-inch bold capital letters stating:

DANGER. PROP-KEEP CLEAR. On the rear deck above the transom aft of the propeller arc, signs shall be written in the same wording and colors in 4-inch bold capital letters across the deck. The white paint shall extend across the deck to each side of the prop guard, and where there is no lettering, shall have 1-inch wide red diagonal slashes.

d. A stainless steel bracket plate shall be provided on the top of the cage to allow for mounting of radio antennas and a search light. OEM installation instructions for the antennas and search light shall be followed.

4.3 Electric Plant

1. The electrical system, including bonding and grounding, shall be designed and installed in accordance with the following ABYC Standards: E-4 Lighting Protection, E-10 Storage Batteries and E-11 AC/DC Electrical Systems on boats.

2. For metal craft, the bonding/grounding system shall be designed to maintain the electrical system compliant with ABYC E-11 to prevent the metal hull from becoming an electrical return path (common negative battery polarity potential) for flow of current from electrical equipment.

3. Wiring

a. All wiring shall be circuit breaker protected and shall meet or exceed American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) standards.

b. Electrical cable shall be marine grade tinned copper wire, Ancor Marine Products, or equivalent.

c. Cable terminal connectors shall be Ancor Marine Products or equivalent.

d. Wiring and electrical cable conductors shall be continuous.

4. 12VDC Breaker Panel

a. A watertight COTS Blue Sea Systems or equivalent ignition-protected 12VDC single pole breaker panel shall be provided.

b. Space for the addition of three additional circuit breakers shall be provided.

5. Electrical Power Generation

c. At idle, the engine alternator shall provide sufficient power to operate all electronics, alarms, pumps, sirens, communications, and lighting.

d. The alternator shall be heavy-duty rated 100 or more amps capacity with integral voltage regulator.

6. Batteries

a. Two 12-volt Optima or equivalent Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) marine-rated start/deep cycle batteries shall be provided for primary starting power.

b. The vessel’s batteries shall be housed in marine grade black plastic battery boxes and shall be readily accessible for removal and servicing.

c. The battery system shall also include remote jump-starting posts. The location of the remote posts shall be readily accessible.

7. Battery Switch

a. A Blue Sea Systems or equivalent ignition-protected battery disconnect, selector, and paralleling switch shall be provided.

b. The battery selector switch shall be located so that the VC or crew can operate the switch without having to leave their seats. In the off-position, all electrical components on the vessel shall not be powered, with the exception of bilge pumps.

8. Lights

a. Blue Light Emitting Diode (LED) law enforcement lights shall be provided. The law enforcement lights shall be mounted forward so that they do not backlight the VC and crew. The law enforcement lights shall have a clear lens and shall appear clear until powered on.

b. One heavy duty rated stainless steel 360-degree “all around” LED white anchor light shall be mounted on the cage.

c. Marine LED lights shall be mounted low above the deck plates to serve as work lights.

d. Lighting shall be provided inside the engine cage to illuminate the engine for inspection.

e. A search light shall be installed on the bracket that is provided on the engine cage/propeller guard.

9. Navigation lights

a. LED navigation lights shall be installed in accordance with International Collision Regulations and U.S. Coast Guard regulations.

4.4 Command and Control

1. The Contractor is responsible for installing and integrating all components of the communication system, including required antennas, in accordance with this specification and original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) recommendations, and in such a manner that electromagnetic interference is eliminated.

2. The following contractor furnished equipment (CFE) shall be provided.

a. Motorola APX 8500 All-Band Radio, to include:

i. P25 Trunking Software

ii. APX Control Head Software

iii. Smartzone Operation APX

iv. 03 Control Head

v. 3-Year Essential Services

vi. Astro Digital CAI OP

vii. No Microphone needed

viii. WIFI/GNSS Flexible Cable LMR19

ix. TDMA Operation

x. All Band Mobile Antenna (7/8/V/U)

xi. MOT VML Data Modem Tethering

xii. Auxiliary Speaker 13W (3.20HM)

xiii. Multicast Voting Scan

xiv. AES/DES-XL/DES-OFB Encryption

xv. Encryption Astro 25 OTAR w/ Multikey

xvi. Over the Air Provisioning

xvii. APX Mobile Radio Authentication

xviii. Wi-Fi

b. Two Sonetics APX 379 wireless headsets

c. Garmin GPSMAP 546.

3. Console

a. The propulsion system gauges, switch, and instrument console shall be installed in the center between VC and crew seats. Space shall be allowed for the mounting of one law enforcement radio control head and one waterproof siren/public address system (PA) control head.

b. The engine starting control shall be mounted on the console. The engine starter control shall have three positions: “Off,” “On,” and “Start,” and shall be engaged using a push button start.

c. A single toggle-type marine-grade dead-man switch with lanyard shall be located on the console.

d. The console shall be non-reflective.

e. A black marine nylon cover shall be provided for the instrument control panel.

f. All gauges shall be analog style and illuminated for easy reading during nighttime operations. Gauge illumination shall be dimmable to zero and have a separate switch.

g. Gauges

i. The following marine grade gauges shall be included on the console:

1. Tachometer

2. Hour meter

3. Voltmeter

4. Oil pressure gauge

5. Water temperature gauge

6. Fuel gauge

h. Switches

i. The following marine-grade switches with rubber boots and LED on/off indicator shall be installed and appropriately labeled on the console:

1. Law enforcement lights

2. Engine light, bow lights

3. Work lights

4. Navigation lights

5. Search light

6. Dimmer switch

i. Warning Lights

i. Two red LED indicator lights, one for overheat and one for low oil pressure, shall be installed and labeled on the console and shall be visible in full sunlight.

j. 12VDC Outlets

i. Two marine 15amp Blue Sea Systems power sockets, or equivalent, shall be provided on the console.

ii. One marine Blue Sea Systems, or equivalent, dual USB charging port shall be provided on the console.

4.5 Auxiliary Systems

1. Engine Controls

a. A COTS accelerator pedal shall be mounted for operation by the VC’s right foot at the far aft port seat.

2. Steering System

a. The steering system control lever shall be mounted on the port side of the VC’s seat.

b. Per ASTM F1166-95a (2006), the steering system control lever shall be configured so that different size operators can effectively and safely operate the vessel.

c. The rudders shall be twin, stern-mounted, and aerodynamically shaped with bendable metal trim tabs.

d. The rudders shall have a redundant mounting configuration to account for upper and lower main rudder mount failures.

e. Rudders shall achieve maximum turning range without locking or binding.

3. Fuel System

a. The fuel tank fills, distribution, vents, and grounding shall meet ABYC H-24 standards. The fuel tank fills shall be readily accessible.

b. Fuel tank(s) shall be welded aluminum and installed in such a position as to minimize impact on the vessel’s trim throughout the whole range of fuel loading.

The fuel tank(s) shall be baffled. Tank(s) shall have a fuel gauge with connections to be mounted in the instrument cluster/console.

c. The fuel tank shall be mounted and bolted to cradles with a resilient non-conductive plastic material between the tank and cradles.

d. The fuel tank(s) shall have a fuel gauge.

e. Fuel tank(s) shall provide a usable fuel minimum of

a. 90 percent (T)

b. 95 percent (O)

f. If multiple tanks are used, fuel tanks shall have a switch-over valve.

g. A fuel manifold shall be provided. The fuel manifold shall be located where it can be readily accessed by the VC or crew when underway.

h. A Racor, or equivalent, marine fuel filter/water separator shall be provided.

i. All fuel system components shall be ethanol resistant.

j. Non-standard fuels shall not be used.

4. Bilge Pumps

a. Two Rule, or equivalent, 12-volt electric bilge pumps meeting ABYC H- 22 standards shall be installed.

b. Each bilge pump shall have a capacity of 2,500 gallons per hour minimum rated capacity, and shall be piped so they both discharge on the port side.

c. Watertight thru-hull fittings shall be used for the bilge discharge.

d. The bilge pumps shall have an integrated automatic control that activates the bilge pump when water is present in the bilge, and a check valve or vacuum trap shall be installed in the overboard piping.

e. The bilge pump control panels providing auto-off-manual functions shall be located on the console.

f. All components shall be properly mounted to resist vibration. Hoses shall be secure to the bilge pump and discharge with dual hose clamps.

5. Hull Drains

a. Two Seadog oblong captive garboard drain plugs, or equivalent, shall be installed in the transom.

6. Fire Protection (placement to be determined during design reviews).

a. Two 3-A, 40-BC fire extinguishers suitable for the marine environment shall be provided.

b. One Halotron 2.5-pound fire extinguisher shall be provided.

7. Road Trailer

a. The road trailer shall be fabricated with galvanized steel and built to fully support the vessel on the road and during launch and recovery.

b. Trailer shall not exceed 9 feet and 2 inches maximum width, and shall meet all applicable U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

c. The trailer specifications are:

i. Minimum 4 inches galvanized steel channel framing.

ii. Two 2-inch by 2-inch by ¼-inch 3500-pound galvanized torsion axles.

iii. Four 14-inch heavy duty radial tires with galvanized wheels mounted on axles.

iv. One 14-inch heavy duty radial spare tire with galvanized wheel-mounting rack and vertical mount.

v. Tongue: 3-inch by 3-inch by 3/16-inch tube.

vi. Two heavy duty fenders with side step panels fore and aft constructed to support a minimum of 250 pounds.

vii. 10-inch surge disc brakes on both axles with reverse lock out valve

viii. Surge actuator to fit 2-inch ball.

ix. Heavy duty 2-speed winch with 10,000-pound strap and 2 aft hold down straps.

x. Two safety chains rated for weight compatibility of vessel and trailer combination.

xi. Two aft roller jumps (poly rollers and stainless steel pins).

d. Trailer lights shall be waterproof LEDs.

e. A POSI lubrication system shall be provided.

4.6 Outfit and Furnishings

1. Hull Protection System

a. The vessel’s bottom shall be covered with a hull protection system to maintain hull integrity and to provide the capability to operate on dry and submerged rough and rocky surfaces.

b. The hull protection system shall not be mechanically fastened.

2. Grass Rake

a. An aluminum grass rake with step shall be mounted to the front of the hull. The grass rake shall be used as a loading/unloading platform for personnel and shall be of sufficient strength to bear the weight of one 300-pound person. The grass rake will be used for many functions:

i. To nose into a steep riverbank for load/offload

ii. To protect vessel crew from spray when underway

iii. For push/tow of a vessel of similar size and weight

iv. To house navigational lighting

3. Cable Guard

a. A one-piece aluminum T-bar or equivalent shall be included, with no angles extending from the top of the grass rake to the top of the engine cage along the centerline of the vessel.

b. Two side supports shall be provided from the left and right side of the vessel to provide stability to the cable guard. Placements of the side supports should not interfere with free movement of agents aboard the vessel.

4. Push Bar

a. A removable non-corrosive, lightweight, and interchangeable push bar shall be provided with each vessel to allow push-towing of a disabled vessel of similar size and weight without removing the rudders.

b. The push bar shall be built to provide a firm, strong frame to secure vessels together with straps.

c. During a push-tow situation, coupling the two vessels via the grass rake and push bar shall not require any tools and shall be designed in such a way that crew members would not need to disembark either vessel.

d. Three t-ratchet straps that are 2-inch by 27-foot with 10,000 pound capacity for push/tow operations shall be provided.

e. The ratchet straps shall be equipped with snap hooks.

5. Deck Plates

a. Longitudinal and transverse framing forward of the engine cage shall be covered with decking. The deck surface shall be covered with a nonskid material and shall minimize trip hazards.

b. Vessel shall possess a workable deck surface area that allows sufficient space for a crew and cargo or passengers.

i. A bow deck surface area of 34 square feet and a total deck area of 66 square feet (T)

ii. A bow deck surface area of 56 square feet and a total deck surface area of 88 square feet (O)

6. Splash Guard

a. A transom splash guard shall be provided.

7. Cleats

a. One 10-inch stainless steel bow cleat shall be located on centerline and set back to minimize damage during impacts.

b. Two cleats shall be mounted port and starboard on the bow just aft of the grass rake.

c. Two additional cleats shall be mounted forward of the transom.

d. All cleats shall be flush-mounted and of the pop-up type.

e. All cleat locations shall be reviewed and approved by CBP.

8. Lift and Tie-down Fittings

a. Lifting eyes, or lifting fittings, shall be designed so the vessel may be lifted in the Light Condition plus 10 percent with a safety factor of 5 on the ultimate strength of the fittings and adjacent materials.

b. Two ½-inch stainless steel U-bolt tie down fittings shall be provided to secure the rigged, loaded, and fueled vessel under tow or to a trailer.

c. U-bolt tie down fittings shall be re-enforced.

d. An adequately sized aluminum bow eye shall be mounted in the center of the bow to secure safety chain and winch hook. The bow eye shall be appropriate to the size and weight of the vessel.

9. Seating

a. The seat stands shall be constructed of type 316 stainless steel or 5086/5083 aluminum alloy.

b. One individual “FAT MAN” seat shall be installed at the port aft side of the vessel for the VC.

c. One individual “FAT MAN” seat shall be installed to starboard of the VC’s seat.

d. The VC and crew seats shall be mounted on either side of the control console.

e. One 3-person bench seat shall be installed at a lower level forward of the two individual seats. Persons seated on the bench seat shall not obstruct the view of the operators in the individual seats.

f. An adjustable, lap, quick-release seatbelt shall be provided for each seated occupant.

i. May include rotary or aviation style.

ii. The belt shall be

1. Highly visible when submerged (T)

2. Highly visible in open air (O)

10. Storage Boxes

a. A waterproof aluminum storage box with lockable hatched door shall be installed under the bench seat.

i. The storage box shall be large enough to house law enforcement radios as well as safety equipment and tools.

ii. Storage boxes shall be painted matte black.

b. The vessel shall be equipped with built-in foredeck storage and “rod lockers” to store personal and mission equipment aboard the platform to reduce deck clutter, as well as keep the items dry and secure.

11. Boat Identification Plate (placement to be determined during design reviews).

a. A boat identification plate shall be provided and installed.

12. Markings/Branding (GFE)

a. Markings will be provided by the COR and determined at the PDR/CDR.

13. Label Plates

a. Safety decals and labels shall be designed and installed in accordance with ABYC Technical Information Report T-5.

14. Paint

a. Preparation and application of paint shall be in full compliance with the paint manufacturer’s recommendations.

b. A marine two-part epoxy undercoat shall be used on all painted surfaces.

c. A marine two-part urethane top coat shall be used on all painted surfaces.

d. Unless OEM provided, no surfaces of the vessel shall be powder coated.

15. Non-Skid Surface

a. The interior surface of the grass rake shall have non-skid surfacing.

b. The interior surface of the deck plates shall have non-skid surfacing.

c. The vessel shall possess non-skid coating on any deck surface provided.

16. Wear protection

a. Wear protection shall be provided at the grass rake and push bar.

4.7 Armament

1. Weapons Stowage

a. The vessel shall be equipped with a scabbard weapon storage system that shall securely accommodate the following weapons in their fully operational condition:

i. M-4

ii. FN-303

iii. Pepper ball launching system

b. The storage system shall be readily accessible to crew members.

c. The storage system shall be located and mounted in such a way as to not interfere adversely with crew movements or other vessel systems.

Appendix A: World Meteorological Organization Sea State Code

Table App-1 World Meteorological Organization Sea State Code

WMO Sea State Code

Wave height Characteristics

0 0 meters (0 feet) Calm (glassy)

1 0 to 0.1 meters (0.00 to 0.33 feet) Calm (rippled)

0.1 to 0.5 meters (3.9 inches to 1 feet

7.7 inches)

Smooth (wavelets)

0.5 to 1.25 meters (1 feet 8 inches to 4 feet 1 inch.)

Slight

1.25 to 2.5 meters (4 feet 1 inch to 8 feet 2 inches)

Moderate

2.5 to 4 meters (8 feet 2 inches to 13 feet 1 inch)

Rough

6 4 to 6 meters (13 to 20 feet) Very rough

7 6 to 9 meters (20 to 30 feet) High

8 9 to 14 meters (30 to 46 feet) Very high

9 Over 14 meters (46 feet) Phenomenal