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Statement of Requirements for a West-Coast Support Vessel for the Center for Opera�onal Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS).

NCNT2000-20-01274

1.Background:

The Na�onal Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra�on (NOAA) is one of several bureaus that comprise the U.S. Department of Commerce, a cabinet level agency of the execu�ve branch of the United States of America. Since the mid-1800’s, the NOAA Na�onal Ocean Service (NOS) Center for Opera�onal Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) and its predecessors have been collec�ng �dal current informa�on to maintain and update the predic�ons in the U.S. Tidal Current Tables. Mariners rely on this informa�on to plan safe and efficient mari�me transporta�on. Every year CO-OPS deploys several current meters in mul�ple loca�ons around the country. These deployments require the use of an appropriate boat to support this mission on and along the West Coast of the U.S.

2.Scope:

These specifica�ons contain the requirements for fabrica�on of one rigid hull workboat, less than or equal to 32 � LOA, with fully enclosed cabin, dual outboard propulsion for use in near shore and coastwise research and general u�lity opera�ons. In addi�on, these specifica�ons contain the requirements for a boat trailer designed for salt water use for transporta�on and support.

3.Requirements:

3.1 General:

A. Provide a heavy-duty work/u�lity boat for use in research in par�ally protected waters.

Opera�ons may include an es�mated cargo and 6 total person’s weight of at least 3500 lbs.

Desired dimensions are less than or equal to 32 � LOA and a maximum beam of 9.5 �. The hull design should maximize direc�onal stability and slow speed maneuvering while minimizing windage. Useful deck and work area shall be maximized. Hull must provide high axial stability when persons or gear are working over the gunwales.

B. The proposed boat shall be of an exis�ng, proven design. Current produc�on models with reasonable modifica�ons in materials, arrangement or dimensions may sa�sfy this requirement.

The hull form and construc�on methods shall be traceable to at least three (3) produc�on boats of the same design, or same family of designs, with at least one of these boats having a minimum of one year in successful commercial or government service.

C. All equipment shall be installed according to the equipment manufacturer’s specifica�ons and requirements.

D. Vessel construc�on must meet ABYC Standards, unless otherwise specified in requirements listed within. Installa�ons and/or inspec�on by appropriately cer�fied ABYC technicians is required.

E. Vessel mechanical components shall be suitable for a marine environment and/or protected from the marine environment.

F. Use 316 stainless steel fasteners and hardware throughout the construc�on of the vessel.

G. Insulate the stainless steel hardware from the aluminum hull wherever applicable.

H. Provide documenta�on (include measurements and the calcula�ons used) for the maximum weight capacity and stability of the boat. Must meet or exceed the requirements in 46 CFR 178.310.

I. Trailer should meet all U.S. Department of Transporta�on (DOT) regula�ons and be suitable for the boat supported.

3.2 Hull, Structure, and Fi�ngs:

A. Hull pla�ng shall be 5083 and/or 5086 welded aluminum construc�on with minimum 0.250” bo�om and side pla�ng thickness. 6061 may be used for extruded aluminum as appropriate.

B. Cathodic protec�on per ABYC specifica�ons using aluminum anodes.

C. Boat shall have a fully enclosed cabin with at least 48 sq� of useful space. Cabin shall be equipped with at least five (5) marine grade windows, with at least two (2) of them able to be opened for ven�la�on. Front windows or windshield shall be equipped with windshield wipers.

Helm shall be posi�oned on the starboard side. Port side shall have a minimum of 9 sq � of desk/work space. The helm and worksta�on areas shall be equipped with (2) chairs u�lizing a suspension system. The cabin shall also include 2 addi�onal bench seats in the cabin a� for up to four (4) addi�onal passengers. (2) doors shall be installed for ingress and egress to and from the a� and front of the cabin. A� Door shall be a sliding type weather�ght design. Forward cabin door shall be of the weather�ght design opening out. Cabin shall retain the same finish as the rest of the hull.

D. Vessel shall be a landing cra� design monohull or catamaran design with electrically powered bow door controllable at the door and from the pilothouse. Door shall be able to support a sta�c load of 500lbs with a 4 to 1 safety factor when in the extended horizontal posi�on and when fully extended into the water to support the removal of divers and equipment.

E. Bo�om paint shall be ePaint SN-1, or equivalent. Prepare, prime and apply per manufacturer requirements. Bo�om paint shall extend to the full-load waterline.

F. The roof of the cabin should be fabricated as such to be able to include GPS antennas, VHF antennas, searchlight, and for future radar antenna. All items shall be mounted on welded stand-offs not bolted directly to cabin top. All wiring to be routed through central water�ght Main Cable Transit (MCT) and appropriately shielded from forward driving spray.

G. Decks shall be water�ght and self-bailing via one way scuppers and freeing ports. Scuppers may be used for the a� sec�on of the vessel but open freeing ports must be used forward of the cabin. Calcula�ons for freeing ports and drainage must meet 46 CFR 171.150. Provide heavy duty aluminum non-hinged li� out water�ght hatches with welded coamings 15 x 24” for bilge access, located for access to any isolated bilge space. Fuel tank access may be of the screw down water�ght type to allow removal of fuel tank(s) without cu�ng of vessels structures.

H. The fuel tank space shall be isolated by way of water�ght bulkheads forward and a� of the fuel tank(s). The fuel tank space shall have natural ven�la�on ven�ng to the main deck. The fuel tank space shall have a 12” round water�ght self-dogging hatch with welded aluminum coaming for water removal with hand pump and access to fuel shut-off valves.

I. Provide electric bilge pumps with remote non-mechanical automa�c actuators. Pumps are to be controlled from a central control point and must have a light or other visual means at the control point to indicate opera�on. All isolated water�ght compartments shall have an installed high bilge lever alarm mee�ng 46 CFR 182.530(a).

J. Gunwales shall be capped to provide secure foo�ng when boarding or exi�ng the boat.

K. Provide 2’ rubber D-fender protec�on around the en�re boat including the engine guards. Push knees of sufficient strength to be permanently installed on the bow to extend past the front loading door when fully retracted.

L. Provide a minimum of six welded 10” cleats.

M. Provide a heavy duty stainless steel or aluminum bow eye at appropriate loca�on with a minimum diameter of 1” ID.

N. Provide six (6) welded cargo �e downs padeyes (recessed) on deck and or lower gunwale. Locate it to minimize tripping/snagging hazards. Six (6) pad eyes located on the fore deck, two (2) on the a� deck.

O. Provide folding dive tank storage for six (6) 8.5” cylinders. When in non-use, the folding rack shall not obstruct immediate gunwale access.

P. Provide heavy duty stainless steel anchor fairlead (skene chock).

Q. Anchor/rode/misc. storage/anchor locker shall be located under the foredeck. Must accommodate a minimum of 300’ of ⅜” line and a Rocna 20 anchor.

R. One (1) heavy duty gunwale door minimum 30” wide at the deck. Door must be removable. Locate door in the forward area, forward of the wheelhouse. Door must have posi�ve buoyancy to prevent loss if overboard. Door to be used to retrieve equipment and divers from the water.

S. A folding ladder shall be easily removable and able to be mounted on inside of front loading door to facilitate use by divers entering the vessel from the water.

T. Provide a welded 3” ID heavy wall aluminum standpipe thru-hull. This is intended for future water sampling instrumenta�on. Standpipe shall be located in the a� ¼ of the hull at an unobtrusive loca�on suitable for minimal interac�on with the wake of the vessel.

Standpipe shall extend a minimum of 6” above the full-load line with a water�ght ¼ turn non-corrosive ball valve and threaded cap at the end of the pipe.

U. Provide one (1) removable drop-in swivel davit with a 12 V electric pot hauler and fairlead, 300 lbs minimum . Davit shall have a placard indica�ng the working load limit.

Davit shall be tested and cer�fied in accordance with 29 CFR 1919. Wri�en documenta�on to be provided following successful cer�fica�on.

V. Provide davit moun�ng socket forward of the cabin, to allow use of the side gunwale door for deploying and retrieving items to and from the water. Socket shall be in loca�on such that the arc of a suspended object can pass through the center of the gunwale door.

W. Provide a electro-hydraulic knuckle crane capable of li�ing 500 lbs when fully ar�culated. Crane shall be able to extend 3 �. beyond the forward landing door.

Placement of crane shall be just forward of the cabin. The exact placement will be agreed upon a�er award. Crane shall have a placard indica�ng the working load limit.

X. Provide a welded aluminum cage or barrier to protect the a� engine area.

Y. All non-painted exposed aluminum surfaces are to have a uniform sa�n or bright finish, not to exceed 1.0 mils profile.

Z. Apply non-skid material to main deck, gunwales, and fore deck. Material shall be divided into appropriate sec�ons as to allow for replacement of individual sec�ons. Non-skid material shall not be placed more than ½” from all fi�ngs, edges, and any other interference.

3.3 Propulsion, Controls, Fuel System:

A. Provide (2) Yamaha 200 hp 4 stroke outboards with single top mount binnacle control(s).

Motor control cables, wiring harness, all wiring, circuit fuse block, with ground bus and cover to install the motor and gauges. Installa�on included for all motor, controls, wiring and appropriate stainless steel propeller. An "In-the-water" performance check shall be performed by the vendor a�er the motor is installed to ensure the engine moun�ng height and prop selec�on result in the engine's maximum RPM's within manufacturer's range for a light ship top speed of 35 mph.

B. Installa�on and rigging of the propulsion system shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommenda�ons. Provide hydraulic steering with electric power assist.

C. Provide complete instrumenta�on package for the main engine(s). Locate the in-cabin helm console on starboard side of cabin. Minimum instruments to include: Tachometer, hour meter, �lt/trim indicator, voltmeter, audible and visual engine alarms for oil pressure and coolant temperature.

D. Electronic fuel gauge shall also be mounted near the instrumenta�on package.

E. Minimum 100 gallon capacity built in fuel tank(s), constructed of ¼” aluminum. Provide fill, vent, and shutoff valves as per ABYC recommenda�ons. Fuel tank shall be accessible via a water-�ght quick ac�ng hatch. Addi�onal inspec�on ports shall be placed per ABYC to allow ease of access to valves , sending unit, and hose connec�ons.

F. Fuel filter and water separator shall be in a readily accessible loca�on. If fuel filter is installed in an enclosed space with spark producing devices then powered ven�la�on is required.

G. All applicable American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Standards and Recommended prac�ces. And all applicable requirements of 33 CFR 183 are incorporated into this specifica�on unless otherwise noted .

3.4 Electrical:

A. Provide ba�ery enclosures to secure and protect two (2) ba�eries, per ABYC. Enclosure shall be weatherproof and vented. Ba�eries shall be accessible for inspec�on and maintenance.

B. Provide two ba�eries in a house/back-up start configura�on, isolated by a Blue Seas

7610 automa�c charge relay. The ba�ery switch shall be a Blue Seas 5511e, readily accessible yet protected loca�on.

C. Install a marine grade inverter system to allow for 4 (4) 15 amp AC outlets to be installed inside the cabin/cockpit.

D. Provide one (1) 15 amp 12VDC and two (2) USB power ports at the helm console.

E. Provide 12VDC switch/breaker panel sufficient to operate all installed equipment plus 20% spare capacity. Label all switches.

F. Provide electric sounding device (horn) as per USCG requirements.

G. All naviga�onal lights shall be LED and located as per U.S.C.G. regula�ons .

H. Label all electrical and electronic conductors and connectors as per ABYC E-11.

I. Provide 30 amp smart plug® shore-�e and power cable C30503BM30PW | 30 Amp –

Marine Kit - 50' Dual Config CORDSET.

J. Provide 110VAC breaker panel sufficient to operate all installed equipment plus 20% spare capacity

K. Provide 40 amp marine cer�fied ba�ery charger mounted in a water�ght space to charge all installed ba�eries

3.5 Communica�ons and Naviga�on:

A. Provide 2 (ea) Garmin 215 AIS Marine VHF-FM Radios. Mounts shall be located at the highest prac�cable loca�on inside the cabin, just above the helm. Radios shall be integrated into the NMEA 2000 bus so that the radios, GPS, depthfinder, and chartplo�er all seamlessly communicate.

B. Provide loudhailer speaker on top of the cabin, connected to VHF radio.

C. Provide 2 (ea) 6 dB VHF antennas on cabin roof capable of being lowered via ratche�ng or similar type system.

D. Provide a GPSMAP® 7612xsv GPS plo�er/depth sounder with a Garmin Panop�x

PS51-TH Forward Transducer, flush-mounted in the upper console/helm area.

E. Provide a flush mounted magne�c compass with internal light mounted near the helm and as close to the centerline of the boat as prac�cable and away from any ferrous material.

3.6 Documenta�on and Labeling:

A. Provide all OEM opera�ng manuals and any other documenta�on provided with the equipment’s installa�on. All documenta�on shall be organized as per each boat component’s sec�on.

B. Provide the personnel and total weight capacity plate of the boat mounted at the operators console.

3.7 Trailer:

A. Provide an aluminum trailer of properly-rated capacity to accommodate the completed boat size and weight, including the fully rated load plus 5% safety margin. Trailer components shall be suitable for saltwater use , stainless steel or other corrosion resistant materials to be used throughout.

B. Provide a 2” ball/coupler with safety chains and hooks.

C. Provide heavy duty swivel tongue jack equipped with wheel(s).

D. Provide hydraulic surge disc brakes installed on each axle.

E. Provide side loading/unloading trailer guides

F. Provide corrosion-resistant bow winch with nylon strap and safety chain.

G. Provide DOT compliant, submersible LED trailer lights and license plate holder.

3.8 Inspec�on/Trials:

A. Upon comple�on of the boat and trailer, vendor shall perform a pre-delivery inspec�on and opera�onal verifica�on including items listed in 1-6 below:

1. Inspect all systems for compliance with U.S.C.G. and ABYC requirements and standards.

2. Ensure that the boat and trailer are clean and absent of trash and other manufacturing debris.

3. Ensure that the boat and trailer are ready for delivery except final prepara�on for delivery.

4. Ensure that the boat launches and retrieves correctly on the trailer.

5. Ensure that the boat is seaworthy and that all components, equipment, and systems can safely operate under the maximum load opera�ng condi�ons.

6. Ensure vessel meets top speed performance specifica�ons and successfully completes avoidance maneuver at full speed as per 33 CFR 183.53(4).

B. NOAA representa�ves will inspect and par�cipate in on-water/pre-delivery tes�ng.

Required milestone inspec�ons shall be determined upon award of the contract and will be scheduled according to the construc�on process.

C. Provide a minimum of 20 days no�ce to NOAA prior to the an�cipated test dates.

D. Provide final cleaning and prepara�on for delivery to NOAA.

3.9 Delivery:

A. Delivery to be made no later than May 31st 2021.

B. Vendor shall deliver boat and trailer to:

7600 Sand Point Way NE Building #8 A�en�on: Drew Maczko Sea�le, WA 98115

C. Addi�onal shipping instruc�ons may be given to vendor upon award.