Attachment_2_-_Charter_Vessel_Characteristics,_KEO_Mooring_2019.docx

Charter Vessel Characteristics

CHARTER VESSEL CHARACTERISTICS

Vessel Name

USCG Registration No.

Vessel Owner/Manager

Vessel Owner/Manager Contact Information (Office and cell numbers, email address)

Location and Dates Vessel Available for Pre-award Inspection

Hull Type

Year Built

Vessel Length (LOA)

Vessel Length (Registered)

Vessel Draft

Vessel Beam

Gross Register Tonnage (GRT)

Fuel Capacity (gal)

Cruising Speed

Minimum Maneuvering Speed

Range (nmi)

Endurance (minimum 7 continuous days)

Is Certificates of Inspection or Documentation attached and up to date? (YES/NO) Submit copies of certificates.

Are most recent Classification Society Certificates attached and up to date? (YES/NO) Submit copies of certificates.

DESIRED ITEM: Ability to declutch propeller or otherwise silence ship for underwater acoustic release communications.

Main Engines (No.)

Main Engines Mfg & Model

Main Engines Total HP (continuous)

Auxiliary Engines (No.)

Auxiliary Engines Mfg & Model

Auxiliary Engines HP

Auxiliary Engines kVA or kW

3. PIER/LOCATION PREFERENCE FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING EQUIPMENT

4. DATES AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER WORK

Location of Crane

Safe Working Loads of Crane

Location of Capstan for Mooring Line Deployment

Size and Speed and Safe Working Load of Capstan

Location of A-Frames

Safe Working Load and dimensions of A-Frames

Location of Fairleads and Pad Eyes on Deck

Safe Working Load of Fairleads and Pad Eyes on Deck

DESIRED EQUIPMENT: Describe vessels Small Boat, capacity and operational limits (sea state)

Additional Deck Equipment Location and Safe Working Loads (tuggers, capstans, cleats, turning blocks, winches, net reels)

6. DECK, OFFICE AND STORAGE SPACES

OFFEROR RESPONSE

Describe deck space for buoy recovery and deployment operations including space for two buoys

Describe location and work areas in wet and dry lab space.

5. CREW REQUIREMENTS

Describe Crew size and capability to conduct scientific operations

Describe experience of vessel master.

Describe crew’s experience

Describe ability/experience of deck hands to safely operate deck equipment and assist with science operations

Descibe crews ability/experience in preparing meals

Names of crew with survival and fire-fighting training: Provide certification and date.

Names of crew with MEDPIC/CPR/ First Aid training. Provide certification and date.

Are copies of certificates documenting master and crew’s experience and qualifications provided? (Yes/No)

6. NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS

GPS #1 Make and Model

GPS #2 Make and Model

Radar #1 Make, Model, and Range

Radar #2 Make, Model, and Range

7. COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Fixed VHF Radio Type, Make, Model, Fixed 1-18 MHz SSB radio Make and Model

Description of fax machine capable of receiving weather information, or equivalent

Vessel's Radio Call Sign

Description of system for switching to backup power (e.g., battery) for radio operation in the event of interruption of the normal power supply

INMARSAT C Number, Make, and Model

Satellite Telephone Number, Make, and Model

Cellular Telephone Number, Make, and Model

8. SCIENTIFIC STAFF AND CREW ACCOMMODATIONS

Total number of heads and number available for use by scientific staff.

Total number of showers and number available for use by scientific staff.

Describe ability to provide three balanced, nutritious meals per day. All meals shall include fresh fruits and vegetables. Vegetarian meals may be required for some members of the party. Any food allergy information of prospective scientific party members or other special food requirements will be provided to the contractor at least one (1) week prior to sailing to allow for proper provisioning. Water, juice, soft drinks, fruit, and snacks shall be available throughout the day.

Is Smoking prohibited in all interior spaces occupied or utilized by the Scientific Field Party (YES/NO)?

9. SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Number of immersion suits and Type I Personal Floatation Devices

List number by class of EPIRBs

Is stability letter/report attached (Yes/No)?

Other Safety features:(i.e. alarms, fire fighting system, emergency communications, Etc):