38KF316702-00-A01.pdf

This is a Job Specification document for the replacement of Scuttle (1-5-1) on the Main Deck of the USS NEW ORLEANS (LPD-18). The work involves removing an existing and installing a new flush quick-acting watertight scuttle assembly located on the Main Deck, Frames 5-6, Starboard Side. The scuttle is identified as one assembly in Steel, Closure No. 1-5-1, Item No. 36 of SH 11 of 2.2, with a quantity of one.

The specification requires removal and installation of the new scuttle assembly per referenced drawings and standards including NAVSEA Standard Drawing 803-1623056 Rev K. Work includes accomplishing welding requirements per drawing 009-012, installing new gaskets per specification A-A-59588B, lubricating operating mechanisms with EDC 1270 EPL grease and Symbol 2190 TEP oil, conducting chalk tests and local air hose tests per 009-025 with allowable leakage of none, performing operational tests through four complete cycles with no allowable binding or sticking per -S130, and cleaning per 009-032. The anticipated award date is 07/13/2026 with production completion by 12/14/2026 and POP end date of 01/30/2027. The cost estimate totals $23,000 in labor, with government-furnished materials listed separately. The project was approved by LT M. Molina, Project Officer S300C, on 13 August 2026. The work is associated with SASEBO ESR under ICN 38KF316702 with POP scheduled from 10/13/2026 to 12/15/2026.