MC-204377-_Chipps_Trawler_Specs_0001.pdf

Lodi Fish and Wildlife Office U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 850 S. Guild Ave., Ste 105 Lodi, CA 95240

Specifications for East Coast Lobster Style Research Vessel Trawler

HULL

LOA: 40’ - 45’

Max Breadth: 14' - 16’ Draft: 48” - 60” Solid fiberglass, no wood Displacement/Semi-Planning Hull Type East Coast Lobster Style Single Hull White Paint Blister Resistant Coating Bottom Paint Boot Stripe Decals Heavy-Duty Rub Rail All Around Rounded aft gunwale corners to prevent net snag (to be discussed with contractor) Smooth aluminum on transom and gunwale sides up to 2’ forward of gantry for protection from sampling gear and allowing net to pass over without snags.

SUPERSTRUCTURE/CABIN

Approximately 12’ W x 8’ L pilot house located forward to midships. 84” headroom inside.

Noise level not to exceed 85 decibels inside cabin when cruising Noise level not to exceed 100 decibels on weatherdeck while cruising where possible Door access facing aft Cushioned bench seats for 8 with storage Table approximately 5’ W x 3’ L Galley with sink with fresh water, drawers, microwave, mini fridge Hot water heater approximately 5-7 gallons HVAC sized appropriately for cabin Defrosters for windows Toilet enclosure with plumbed MSD Type III in v-berth/forecastle area and 40 gallon holding tank Forecastle area with single bunk and work bench approximately 4’ x 2’ with tool/equipment storage 110V outlets throughout cabin, 20A minimum circuit 12V sockets throughout cabin USB-A and USB-C outlets in cabin

Main helm station with cushioned captain’s chair with seat tracks starboard side of cabin with throttle, steering control, hydraulic controls, and all associated electronic/navigation equipment Secondary helm station located aft and outside of cabin with minimum of throttle, steering, and hydraulic controls (specifics to be discussed with boat builder) 4 sliding locking windows (2 port and 2 starboard) that open with screens Aft and forward windows 360 degree visibility through windows Waterproof access/escape hatch from v-berth to topside Waterproof access/escape hatch from cabin to top of cabin Gelcoat finish on cabin interior

MAST/SUPERSTRUCTURE TOP

Aluminum or other composite material. Overall height of vessel not to exceed 16’ Foldable mast LED Navigation lights: stern, anchor, trawling/fishing Connection points for day shape mounting Radar Spotlight Loud Hailer Antennas Heavy duty non-skid on top

DECK

Reinforced in areas with equipment: winches, gantry, etc.

Heavy duty non-skid Single level aft work deck, approximately 12’W x 16’L Access hatches located: inside cabin, engine compartment, and lazarette.

Engine compartment hatch to have power-assisted opening Wet deck, all drainage over the side/stern Cosmetics: ISO gelcoat finish on all molded pieces Fire retardant coating in engine and equipment rooms Noise and heat insulation installed under wheel house and above engine Bow cleat and storage for easy anchor access and deployment Anchor winch Removable aft work deck soft-covering for shade

U-frame gantry:

Located at stern, full width of stern, not to exceed 11’ above deck.

Davits extending approximately 25” at 6’ above deck level to support heavy blocks for line and gear Constructed of square tubing and reinforced where needed Bolted to reinforced gunwale

ENGINE

One turbo-charged diesel engine inboard with enough power for 17-20 knots Marine gear/transmission appropriate for engine Wet exhaust Raw-water cooled with seacock and strainer

Digital displays to both helm stations Visual and audio alarm system to both helm stations

FUEL

500-600 gallon fuel capacity Primary and secondary Fuel-water separator/filter Manifold system to control flow and return to either or both tanks Protection of fuel lines for chafing for long runs

PROPELLER AND SHAFTING

Propeller to be matched to engine/gear package as per manufacturer’s recommendation Shafting approximately 2”-3” made of Aquamet 22 stainless steel or equivalent Shaft assembly, couplings, and other equipment to be designed by builder

STEERING

Hydraulic steering system and all associated equipment 2 controls, 1 at each helm station

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

12V and 110V Circuit breaker panels for AC and DC Marine batteries in protected housing and cables for house power and starting Battery switches for house and engine batteries and any other needed equipment Inverter Shore power charging receptacle and 50’ cord 3 (or more as needed) bilge pumps 2000-GPM located throughout bilge/engine compartment External LED deck work lights Spotlight, remote control Windshield wipers for all forward windows Inside cabin LED lights red/white Engine room LED lights red/white LED navigation lights: port/starboard, stern, anchor, trawling/fishing Ventilation as required if batteries/electronics housed in separate compartment

ELECTRONICS

Lowrance Brand:

Radar GPS/navigation charts Fathometer/down scan/side scan Display at least 16”

Marine VHF Radio

HYDRAULICS

Hydraulic system capable of deploying and retrieving fishing nets (specs and drawing attached) with 250’ of ¼” line 2 spools with line guides

Hydraulic oil cooler appropriately sized for system Hydraulic oil reservoir sized appropriately with sight glass and filter(s) System alarms to both helm stations Stainless steel tubing, hoses, and fittings unless otherwise required and UV protecting wrap Hydraulic controls to both helm stations, return to neutral/center

OTHER EQUIPMENT

Electric bow thruster, controls at both helm station Wash down pump and hose for aft work deck Separate high pressure wash down and hose for rinsing deck Live well above deck approximately 30 gallons with continuous raw water flow Aluminum fish sorting table with water pump, screens, built according to specifications Approximately 55 gallon fresh water tank storage

DELIVERY & OTHER SERVICES

Delivery to Pittsburg Marina in Pittsburg, CA Sea trials with LFWO personnel and contractor personnel at body of water chosen by contractor and

LFWO.

Fish Sorting Table Sketch