2.a (CUI) CLB RG SOW SECTION C_CGP_5OCT2023.docx

Section C – Description and Specifications

COLUMBIA Class Ropeguard and Duct ICCP Kits

1.0 Background

The Advanced Propulsor Management Office (APMO, Code 808) in the Naval Architecture and Engineering Department (Code 80) of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is responsible for managing the Research and Development (R&D), design, testing, and delivery of United States Navy submarine propulsors. The COLUMBIA Class submarine (CLB) Ropeguard and Duct Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) Kits are key components of the propulsor. This requirement is UNCLASSIFIED.

2.0 Scope

The objective of this procurement is to manufacture a maximum of seven (7) CLB Ropeguard Kits, a maximum of seven (7) Reference Cell Cover Kits, a maximum of seven (7) Anode Cover Kits, and a maximum of seven (7) Outer Structure Inner Diameter (OSID) Reference Cell Kits. The Government plans to award, contingent on funding, a minimum of one (1) Ropeguard Kits, one (1) Reference Cell Cover Kits, one (1) Anode Cover Kits, and one (1) OSID Reference Cell Kits as part of contract award. In addition, this requirement includes priced options for an additional seven (7) Ropeguard Kits, seven (7) Reference Cell Cover Kits, seven (7) Anode Cover Kits, and seven (7) OSID Reference Cell Kits throughout the contract’s period of performance.

References

a) Ropeguard Kit - C24536000B: COLUMBIA CLASS PROPULSOR ROPEGUARD KIT

Propulsor Engineering Request (PER):

A.1) PER 0503, Columbia Class Ropeguard; ICCP Anode A.2) PER 0584, Columbia Class Ropeguard; ICCP Anode A.3) PER 0575, Columbia Class Ropeguard; Ropeguard to Diver Access Panel Fastener A.4) PER 0576, Columbia Class Ropeguard; Panel to Backing Plate Fastener A.5) PER 0618, Columbia Class Ropeguard; Port Panel Inseparable Assembly A.6) PER 0619, Columbia Class Ropeguard; Starboard Panel Inseparable Assembly

b) Reference Cell Cover Kit - C24535000A: COLUMBIA CLASS REFERENCE CELL COVER KIT

Propulsor Engineering Request (PER):

B.1) PER 0334, Columbia Class Reference Cell Cover; OSOD Reference Cell Assembly B.2) PER 0269, Columbia Class Reference Cell Cover; Captive Fastener B.3) PER 0438, Columbia Class Reference Cell Cover; Captive Washer Cover B.4) PER 0238, Columbia Class Reference Cell Cover; OSOD Reference Cell Housing

c) Anode Cover Kit - C24534000B: COLUMBIA CLASS ANODE COVER KIT

Propulsor Engineering Request (PER):

C.1) PER 0269, Columbia Class Anode Cover; Captive Fastener C.2) PER 0438, Columbia Class Anode Cover; Captive Washer Cover C.3) PER 0120, Columbia Class Anode Cover; Duct Outer Contour ICCP Anode C.4) PER 0261, Columbia Class Anode Cover; Duct Outer Contour ICCP Anode C.5) PER 0332, Columbia Class Anode Cover; Duct Outer Contour ICCP Anode C.6) PER 0436, Columbia Class Anode Cover; Duct Outer Contour ICCP Anode

d) OSID Reference Cell Kit - C24538000A: COLUMBIA CLASS OSID REFERENCE CELL KIT

Propulsor Engineering Request (PER):

D.1) PER 0223, Columbia Class OSID Reference Cell; Reference Cell Upper Mounting Shim D.2) PER 0342, Columbia Class OSID Reference Cell; Duct Inner Contour ICCP Reference Cell D.3) PER 0224, Columbia Class OSID Reference Cell; Reference Cell Lower Mounting Cell

3.0 Technical Requirements

3.1 Qualification

The contractor shall develop and execute its approach to become qualified to perform all operations necessary to achieve those qualification requirements. All qualification requirements are noted in references (A) through (D) and their subcomponents (CDRL A001).

3.2 Process Development & Destructive First Articles

The contractor shall develop and demonstrate its process to manufacture references (A) through (D) to include, if necessary, process development articles, risk reduction demonstration articles, etc. This includes all requirements in references (A) through (D) to execute destructive first article assessments (CDRL A001).

3.3 Ropeguard and Duct ICCP Component Manufacturing Requirements

3.3.1 The contractor shall manufacture, paint, and deliver one (1) Ropeguard Kit as defined in reference (A), PERs (A.1 – A.6) and the specifications and requirements referenced therein. Each delivered kit shall include the items and quantities specified in reference (A). The contractor shall provide a final certification package for each kit in accordance with reference (A). In the event of a conflict between reference (A) and PERs (A.1 – A.6), the PER references take precedence. (CDRL A002).

3.4 Engineering Services

Upon receipt of a written request from the Contracting Officer, the contractor may perform engineering services in support of CLB Propulsor related design review, design change or other engineering related tasking.

4.0 General Requirements

4.1 Manufacturing Plan (CDRL A003)

4.2.2 Gantt chart essential elements shall include discrete tasks and activities consistent with authorized work and relationships for contract completion by identifying items from contract award through completion of each Contract Line Item Number (CLIN). Further, identify the critical path, all major events, and program milestones. The contractor shall define baseline Planned Start Dates for each Production Milestone Task. The contractor shall also define the Latest Start Dates for each Production Milestone Task which are the latest that a production task can begin that does not affect the end item delivery date. The contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in writing of any changes to the baseline Production Milestone Task Planned or Latest Start dates at least 30 days prior to changing the baseline.

The contractor shall develop a Risk Status Management Report (RSMR). The RSMR shall provide a risk assessment for each Production Milestone Task as identified in the Project Planning Chart, Planned Start Dates, Actual Start Dates (where applicable), and whether future Planned Start Dates are on track or at risk of exceeding the Latest Start Dates shall be visually illustrated for each Production Milestone Task. The RSMR shall also include risk-mitigating recommendations to the Government based on risks associated with each milestone.

4.4 Monthly Status Reports (CDRL A005)

The contractor shall submit monthly status reports. The report shall clearly demonstrate progress against key milestone dates in the Project Planning Chart. The report shall include the progress/status of all work, including that of subcontractors, inventory of all parts in production and in stock, action items, discussion topics, and rationale for schedule delays and improvements. The contractor shall also provide machine status, action item tracking, and risk identification and management strategies. The monthly report shall include a separate attachment containing key milestones through completion of each kit and shall include schedule impacts to each key milestone if schedule delays or accelerations are achieved by the contractor.

5.0 Biannual Progress Reviews and Kickoff Meeting

The contractor shall host a kick-off meeting no later than 30 days after contract award. Thereafter, the contractor shall be responsible for planning, scheduling, and conducting biannual progress reviews with Government representatives (CDRL A006, CDRL A007). These reviews shall be held at the contractor’s facility, or a subcontractor’s facility, as agreed to by the Government. Each review shall include, at a minimum:

· Status briefing

· Facility tour of the work in progress;

· Manufacturing status;

· Configuration control/quality assurance;

· Contractor-requested requests for variance;

· Adherence to contract delivery schedule;

· Any outstanding action items; and,

· Any other information which may impact contract performance or delivery.

6.0 Requests for Variance

During production, the contractor shall submit all requests for deviations and/or waivers on DD Form 1694 to the Contracting Officer’ Representative (COR), Contract Specialist, and the Contracting Officer for Government approval.

7.0 Deliverables

7.1 End-Item and Report Deliverable Target Delivery Dates

The contractor shall deliver of base and option CLINs (if awarded) according to the anticipated delivery schedule below.

7.2 Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

7.3 End-Item Deliverable Destinations:

Ropeguard Kit Deliveries:

General Dynamics Electric Boat 75 Eastern Point Rd Groton CT, 06340 Duct ICCP Kit Deliveries:

Naval Foundry & Propeller Center 1701 Kitty Hawk Ave. Gate #3 Philadelphia, PA 19112

8.0 Travel

The contractor shall travel to the Washington D.C area once per year to support this effort. The contractor shall propose the travel required to execute the additional options added to this requirement.