Section C-1 Specification rev01.pdf

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

United States Coast Guard (USCG)

175 (WLM) MAJOR MAINTENANCE

AVAILABILITY (MMA)

Attachment C-1

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION:

FIRE & SMOKE ALARM SYSTEM

May 2, 2023 rev01

Attachment C-1: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION: 175 WLM MMA FIRE & SMOKE ALARM

SYSTEM

Table of Contents

1.0 Applicable Information

1.1 Guidance for Information

1.2 References

1.3 Standards and Specifications

2.0 Components, Parts, and Accessories

2.1 Components

2.2 Parts and Accessories

3.0 General Requirements

3.1 Equipment Compliance

3.2 Operational Requirements

3.3 Operating Conditions

3.4 Environmental Requirements

3.5 Marine Use

3.6 Vibration

3.7 Cybersecurity

4.0 System Requirements

4.1 General Requirements

4.2 Smoke Detectors

4.3 Flame Detectors

4.4 Pull Stations

4.5 Audible/Visible Alarms

4.6 General Electrical Requirements

4.7 Electrical Controls

4.8 Enclosures

4.9 Wiring

4.10 Junction Boxes

4.11 Miscellaneous

5.0 Performance Requirements

5.1 Control Unit

5.2 Initiating Devices

5.3 Alarming Devices

5.4 Power Supply

5.5 Control Unit Display Requirements

5.6 Control Unit Interfaces

5.7 Electrical Power Supply & Equipment

5.8 Cabling & Wiring

5.9 Identification & Labeling

5.10 Resistance to Marine Environment

5.11 Programming

6.0 Shipping

7.0 Supply

7.1 Equipment

7.2 Spare Parts

1. Applicable Information

1.1. Guidance for Information

1.1.1. References and drawings listed below can be provided upon request.

1.1.2. Unless otherwise specified, technical publications and drawings are applicable to 175 WLM Cutters.

1.1.3. Order of Precedence - In the event of a conflict between the text of this Technical Specification and the references and requirements cited herein, this Technical Specification takes precedence. The

Contractor must notify the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officers Representative (COR) in writing for a resolution of any ambiguity or conflict found in the SOW, Technical Specifications, and references prior to proceeding with any work.

1.2. References

SFLC Standard Specification 0850, General Requirements for Drawing Preparation, 2020

SFLC Standard Specification 6310, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures, 2020.

1.3. Standards and Specifications

MIL-STD-1399C Section 300B, Rev B, Interface Standard for Shipboard Systems, Electric Power, Alternating Current, 2008.

MIL-STD-24643C, Cables, Electrical, Low Smoke Halogen-Free, For Shipboard Use, General

Specification, 2009.

MIL-STD-740, Airborne and Structure Borne Noise Measurements and Acceptance Criteria of Shipboard

Equipment.

MIL-STD-167-1, Mechanical Vibration of Shipboard Equipment (Type I Environment)

Code of Federal Regulations, Title 46 (Shipping), Subchapter J – Electrical Engineering & Subchapter Q, Subpart 161.002, Fire Protective System, (2013).

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), ABS Rules for Building and Classing Marine Vessels, 2021.

American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM), ASTM F1836M-97, Standard Specification for

Stuffing Tubes, Nylon, and Packing Assemblies.

American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM), ASTM F1837M-97, Standard Specification for Heat-

Shrink Cable Entry Seals.

Factory Mutual Engineering and Research (FMER), FMER Class Number 3260: Flame Radiation

Detectors for Automatic Fire Alarm Signaling.

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), IEC 61131-3, System Hardware and Software Technical

Requirements, Edition 3.0, 2013.

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), IEC 61672-1, Electroacoustics – Sound Level Meters

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), IEEE Standard 45, Recommended Practice and

Electrical Installation on Shipboard, 2019.

National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), NMEA 250-2020, Enclosures for Electrical Equipment

(1000 Volts Maximum)

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code, 2019

Underwriters Laboratories (UL), UL 38, 2008, Standard for Manually Actuated Signaling Boxes for Use with Fire-Protective Signaling Systems

Underwriters Laboratories (UL), UL 268, 2016, (Edition 7) Standard for Smoke Detectors for Fire

Protective Signaling Systems

Underwriters Laboratories (UL), UL 464, 2016 (Edition 10) Audible Signal Appliances

2. Components, Parts, and Accessories

2.1. Components: The baseline solution for MMA is that each hull will require (1) each Fire & Smoke Alarm

System. A typical ship set will be the replacement of the existing Fire & Smoke Alarm System.

2.2. Parts and Accessories: Each component set shall consist of the required parts, plus such other accessories as are required to make a complete, self-contained functioning unit. Each Fire & Smoke Alarm System set shall consist of the following parts, plus such other accessories as are required to make the Fire & Smoke

Alarm System set a complete, self-contained unit that functions without dependence on any other ship auxiliary when connected to the ship’s electric system. Parts and accessories include, but are not limited to:

a) Fire Alarm Control Panel: a single enclosure housing the main control unit, power supply and other electronics, located in Pilot House (2-52-0-C), frame 59, port of center line (this is the current location other locations can be considered space permitting)

b) Fire and smoke detecting circuits providing coverage of the Cutter.

c) Fire and smoke detection initiating devices

d) Visible and audible alarming devices

3. General Requirements

3.1. Equipment Compliance: The fire and smoke detection systems shall be USCG type approved and/or UL listed as noted below. This compliance shall pertain to the fire and smoke detection system as a whole as well as all system components supplied by the Vendor. UL recognized shall not substituted for UL listed.

3.1.1. Equipment shall be compliant with references 46 CFR, Subchapter J, Electrical Engineering and 46

CFR, Subchapter Q, Fire Protective System

3.1.2. The control unit shall be UL 864 listed and/or USCG type approved.

3.1.3. The smoke detectors shall be UL 268 listed and/or USCG type approved.

3.1.4. The flame detectors shall be compliant with FMER 3260.

3.1.5. The pull stations shall be UL 38 listed and/or USCG type approved.

3.1.6. The alarming devices shall be UL 464, UL 1480 and/or UL 1971 listed as is applicable and/or USCG type approved.

3.1.7. Submit USCG certificate of compliance and/or UL listed equipment as part of the Technical Data

(TD) with the Vendor’s proposal.

3.1.8. The automatic fire and smoke alarm system shall be addressable including all devices connected to the system. Consideration for non-addressable devices if they incorporate addressable modules (this shall be noted in the technical data provided with the proposal).

3.1.9. Provide means to ensure that any fault occurring in an alarm loop/circuit shall not render the whole loop/circuit ineffective. Provide a separate loop/circuit for each of the “fire zones” (a “Fire Zone” is an area of the ship comprised of multiple compartments that have unique firefighting tactics).

3.2. Operational Requirements: Unless otherwise specified within the Technical Specification, all components, parts, and accessories shall operate satisfactory under the following conditions:

a) Atmospheric pressure: 14.5 psia or 100 kPa

b) Operating temperature range: -4°F - 131°F

c) Storage temperature range: -40°F - 176°F

d) Relative humidity range: 0% - 90%

e) Noise: MIL-STD-740-1 Grade C Airborne & MIL-STD-740-2 Type 3 Structure borne

3.3. Operating Conditions: Unless otherwise specified within the Technical Specifications, all components, parts and accessories shall operate satisfactorily and without damage to foundations or equipment (either stopped or operating) under the following conditions:

3.3.1. Survival: All equipment, components, parts, and accessories shall be designed to survive without damage up to Sea State 5 environmental conditions with a maximum vertical acceleration of 0.4 g and a maximum horizontal acceleration of 0.35 g.

3.3.2. Operational: All equipment, components, parts, and accessories shall be designed to operate without damage up to 3 ft significant waveheight, winds up to 30 knots within 30 degrees of the longitudinal centerline of the cutter, bow, or stern with a maximum vertical acceleration of 0.25 g and a maximum horizontal acceleration of 0.2 g conditions.

3.3.2.1. All equipment, components, parts, and accessories shall be designed to operate without damage up to 9 degree list athwart ship, 4 degree static list plus 5 degree dynamic list (roll), single significant amplitude (total 9 degree athwart ship) and 3.5 degree pitch.

3.4. Environmental Requirements

3.4.1. All components shall pass the environmental testing requirements listed in ABS MVR 4-9-9/Table 1.

3.4.2. Components located within a machinery space, cargo space, galley, pantry, laundry, water closet containing a shower or bath, or spaces with openings to the weather shall pass the salt spray test listed in ABS MVR 4-9-9/Table 1.

3.4.3. Remote annunciating panel shall pass the salt spray test listed in ABS MVR 4-9-9/Table 1.

3.4.4. Design of the Fire and Smoke Detection system shall comply with supply voltage variations and transients per ABS MVR 4-9-9/Table 1.

3.4.5. Installation of equipment in hazardous spaces, such as magazines or paint lockers, shall be in a suitable enclosure in accordance with ABS MVR 4-8-4/27.

3.5. Marine Use: The sets shall be designed and approved for marine use.

3.6. Vibration: All equipment, components, parts and accessories shall be capable of withstanding normal shipboard vibrations as defined in the requirements of MIL-STD-167-1A, Type I vibration up to and including 50 Hz.

3.7. Cybersecurity: All components, parts and accessories shall have all wireless or Bluetooth connectivity capabilities physically disabled or removed prior to installation. After installation, connection of a

Contractor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) owned maintenance machine with external wireless capability will be prohibited. Potential cybersecurity concerns shall be identified by the

Contractor.

4. System Requirements

4.1. The Contractor shall provide all labor and material to provide new USCG type approved and UL listed fire and smoke detection systems. USCG Type Approved and current certified (IMO) equipment listed in the

USCG Maritime Information Exchange (CGMIX) http://cgmix.uscg.mil/. The US Coast Guard will install the new fire and smoke detection systems. Any materials, components, and labor sub-contracted in meeting the requirements herein are the responsibility of the Vendor. The fire and smoke detection systems shall be a stand-alone system equipped with a control panel, detection equipment and alarming equipment.

4.2. Smoke Detectors

4.2.1. There shall be at least one smoke detector in each compartment.

4.2.2. Use of Ionization type smoke detectors is required in all compartments except in compartments such as machinery spaces where significant concentration of hydrocarbon vapors and other gases could have adverse effect on detector sensitivity. Use of Photoelectric detectors is required in these other adverse environments.

4.2.3. Install smoke detectors in sufficient quantities so each detector’s coverage does not exceed 500 square feet.

4.2.4. Installation of smoke detectors are not required in sanitary spaces.

4.3. Flame Detectors

4.3.1. Installation of flame detectors is required in engine rooms and all rooms where flammables or munitions are stored along with smoke detectors.

4.3.2. For the purposes of determining flame detector locations, divide the Engine Room into quadrants and install a detector in each quadrant.

4.4. Pull Stations

4.4.1. Install pull stations throughout the accommodation spaces, service spaces and control stations.

4.4.2. One manually operated pull station shall be located at each exit.

4.4.3. Pull stations shall be readily accessible in the corridors of each deck such that no part of the corridor is more than 66 feet from a pull station.

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4.5. Audible/Visible Alarms

4.5.1. Provide audible and visible alarms in passageways common to the spaces covered by each zone providing coverage of crew’s berthing spaces and/or staterooms.

4.5.2. Provide audible and visible alarms for each workshop, galley, machinery space, workspace and under deck passageway.

4.6. General Electrical Requirements

4.6.1. Electrical power on board USCG Cutters is derived from a 450 VAC, 3 phase, ungrounded system.

4.6.2. All electrical and electronic equipment shall be capable of operating on Type-1 power in accordance with MIL-STD-1399, 300.

4.7. Electrical Controls - Electrical controls shall be in accordance with the requirements contained in IEC

Standard 6-1131-3, IEEE-STD-45 and 46CFR, Subchapter J. All control power shall be 120 VAC, single phase.

4.8. Enclosures - Electrical enclosures for wiring, controls and components shall be NEMA Type 12 with a drip shield as a minimum. Enclosure construction shall be of a gauge, which will accept standard nylon stuffing tubes for cable entry.

4.9. Wiring - Wiring shall be in accordance with the requirements contained in IEEE-STD-45, 46CFR, Subchapter J and NEMA ICS. Wiring harnesses shall be clamped so as to minimize chaffing and shall be positioned so as not to interfere with operation, maintenance and servicing of the compressor unit.

4.10. Junction boxes - Junction boxes shall preclude the entrance of water, oil and dust. Junction boxes with pre-punched perforated holes shall be prohibited. Junction boxes shall be provided with terminal blocks for wiring connections. Wire and cable connections for power and control within controllers and junction boxes shall be connected to devices or terminal blocks by means of compression/crimp loop type terminal lugs.

4.11. Miscellaneous - Original Equipment Manufacturers’ label plates and other identification supplied on the equipment shall not be removed, erased or otherwise destroyed from the equipment.

5. Performance Requirements

5.1. Control Unit

5.1.1. The control unit shall fit within the following maximum physical dimensions:

- Depth: 7 inches

- Width: 23 7/8 inches

- Height: 56 inches

5.1.2. The control unit shall be capable of supporting the following quantities of devices:

- 100 addressable detectors

- 15 addressable pull stations

- 10 addressable audible/visible alarms

5.1.3. The control unit shall be capable of supporting at least 15 separate detecting loops/circuits.

5.1.4. The control unit shall have alarm date/time/status logging abilities.

5.1.5. The control unit shall consist of a single drip proof, enclosed panel housing the following:

5.1.5.1. Visible and audible signaling devices for:

- Fire Alarms

- Trouble Alarms

- Power Failure Alarms

- Device Maintenance Alerts

5.1.5.2. Information Display

5.1.6. Control Panel must contain back-up batteries to allow the system to function for a minimum of 24 hours, dependent on the application, in case of a main power failure. Note: There are numerous suppliers of fire control equipment and fire detection devices. There is no guarantee that all panels and all detectors are electrically compatible. Therefore, to avoid potential incompatibility issues, it is strongly recommended to purchase both groups of products from the same source, or to obtain confirmation of compatibility from the panel manufacturer.

5.1.7. Fire Alarms. In the event of the activation of the fire detecting and alarm system, the control unit shall automatically perform the following functions or actions:

5.1.7.1. Activate an audible and visible alarm at the control unit and any remote units.

5.1.7.2. The activation of any detector or manually operated call point is to initiate a visual and audible fire detection alarm signal at the control panel and indicating units located throughout the cutter.

5.1.7.3. Display the initiating device/alarm information on the main control panel display.

5.1.7.4. Alarms shall be maintain until manual reset device activates on detector in alarm.

5.1.7.5. Provide means to silence the audible fire alarm at the control unit. The visible indicator shall remain on until the detector in alarm is reset manually.

5.1.7.6. The control unit shall permit one or any number of fire alarms and detectors to simultaneously activate and report. Operation of any single alarm or detector shall not interfere with activation of any other alarm or detector. However, audible fire alarms silenced in accordance with v. above shall not sound upon receipt of succeeding initiating device signals.

5.1.8. Power Monitoring. The control unit shall supply electrical supervision of the following:

5.1.8.1. The circuits formed by conductors extending from the control unit to the fire detectors of each zone.

5.1.8.2. The normal source of energy to the control unit.

5.1.8.3. Alarming devices located in the engine room.

5.1.9. Power Failure Alarm. Automatic indication of the loss of potential from a supervised source at the control unit with an audible and visible alarm at the control panel display. The source of the alarm shall be the emergency power supply.

5.1.9.1. Shall provide means to silence the audible power supply alarm at the control panel. The visible indicator shall remain on until the restoration of the normal source.

5.1.9.2. The control unit shall permit one or any number of power failure alarms to simultaneously activate and report. Operation of any single alarm shall not interfere with activation of any other alarm. However audible power failure alarms silenced shall not sound upon receipt of succeeding initiating device signals.

5.1.10. Device Maintenance Alert. In the event of a device maintenance alert, the control panel shall generate an audible and visible alarm. Provide means to silence the maintenance alarm. The visible indicator shall remain on until the alarm is reset manually at the detecting device.

5.1.11. The control unit shall be able to test each fire alarm zone circuit individually. Testing shall include fire alarm and trouble alarm conditions. The control unit shall have the ability to test each fire detecting zone circuit for the presence of grounds and open circuits.

5.2. Initiating Devices

5.2.1. All devices shall be individually addressable. The use of accessory modules to achieve addressable capabilities is acceptable. This shall be noted in the technical data provided with the proposal.

5.2.2. Devices shall provide a local visual identification if a device is working properly, in alarm status or malfunctioning.

5.2.3. Where separate power is required, detectors shall operate in a voltage range of 18-37 VDC.

5.2.4. All initiating devices shall allow for test for correct operation and restore to normal surveillance with the renewal of any component.

5.2.5. Smoke Detectors

5.2.5.1. Smoke detectors installed in stairways, corridors and escape routes within accommodation spaces shall be certified to operate before the smoke density exceeds 3.8% obscuration per feet, but not until the smoke density exceeds 0.6% obscuration per feet (NFPA 72).

5.2.5.2. Smoke detectors shall operate at air velocities up to and including 300 ft./min.

5.2.5.3. Devices shall be self-monitoring in accordance with NFPA 72.

5.2.5.4. Devices shall employ a method of automatic drift compensation. When device sensitivity level compromises the performance of a device, a maintenance alarm signal shall be generated at the control panel.

5.2.6. Flame Detectors

5.2.6.1. Flame detectors shall be triple spectrum infrared type.

5.2.6.2. Flame detectors shall be suited for use in an engine room/industrial marine environment.

5.2.6.3. Flame detectors shall be capable of detecting a 12” x 12” Diesel pan fire at 37’ and a 90º field of view horizontally and vertically.

5.2.7. Pull Stations – Pull Stations shall be single action.

5.2.8. Heat Detectors - Heat Detectors shall operate before the temperature exceeds 172ºF, but not until the temperature exceeds 129 ºF, raising the temperature to those limits at a rate less than 1.8 ºF per minute (see ABS MVR 4-7-3/11.3.3).

5.3. Alarming Devices

5.3.1. Audible/visible alarms, where separate power is required, shall operate in a voltage range of 18-32

VDC.

5.3.2. Audible Alarms

5.3.2.1. Audible alarms shall have a sound level at least 15 dB above the average ambient sound level or 5 dB above the maximum sound level having a 60 second duration (whichever is greater), measured 5 feet above the floor in the occupiable area, using an A-weighting used of a family of curves defined in the International standard IEC 61672 and NFPA 72 section 18.4.3.5.1.

5.3.3. Visual Alarms

5.3.3.1. The flash rate shall not exceed two flashes per second nor be less than 1 flash per second throughout the listed voltage range of the appliance.

5.3.3.2. Maximum pulse duration shall be 0.2 seconds with a maximum duty cycle of 40 percent.

Definition of pulse duration is the time interval between initial and final points of 10 percent of maximum signal.

5.3.3.3. The light source color shall be clear or nominal white and shall not exceed 1000 candela.

5.4. Power Supply

5.4.1. The Fire and Smoke Detection System main control panel shall use 120V, 60 Hz power.

5.4.2. There are to be two separate ship’s sources of power for the Fire and Smoke Detection System.

5.4.3. Provide power by separate feeders and shall run to an automatic changeover switch.

5.4.3.1. Operation of the automatic changeover switch or failure of a power supply shall not result in permanent or temporary degradation of the Fire and Smoke Detection System. If momentary loss of power would degrade service, a source of stored energy (such as a battery or UPS) having adequate capacity is to be provided such that there is continuous operation during changeover between power supplies.

5.4.3.2. The automatic changeover switch shall not have an “off” position.

5.4.3.3. A reduction of potential from the normal source of 15-20% shall cause the automatic changeover switch to activate transferring power from the normal source to the emergency source. Upon restoration of the normal source of 85-90% of normal values, the automatic changeover switch shall transfer power back to the normal source.

5.4.4. Battery systems shall meet the following requirements:

5.4.4.1. Batteries shall have the capacity to operate the fire and smoke detection system for at least 30 minutes of continuous operation for alarming and surveillance during change over from one of two sources of power.

5.4.4.2. Include a battery charger supplied from an emergency power source. Battery charger shall utilize 3-stage charging: bulk, equalize and float.

5.4.4.3. The control panel shall be equipped with the following items:

- A voltmeter with switch, displaying the voltage of the battery supplying power and the voltage for the battery on charge.

- An ammeter indicating the charging current to the battery on charge.

- A low voltage alarm for the battery.

- A low voltage alarm for the battery charger output.

5.4.4.4. Reverse current protection in the form of an under-voltage or reverse current relay shall be provided to disconnect the battery on charge from the charging source in the event of loss of potential.

5.4.4.5. The batteries shall be protected against overcurrent by fuses rated at not less than 150% and not more than 200% of the maximum normal battery load.

5.4.4.6. All batteries and associated components shall be located in or adjacent to the control unit.

5.5. Control Unit Display Requirements

5.5.1. The control unit display shall be a multi-line LCD (or equivalent).

5.5.2. The data from the control unit display shall be customizable.

5.5.3. The control unit display shall be capable of displaying all of the information for an individual fire alarm, trouble alarm, power failure alarm or maintenance alarm on a single page. The operator shall not have to scroll through multiple pages to view a single set of information.

5.5.4. The display shall be capable of indicating the following information:

5.5.4.1. For general system status, the control unit display shall be capable of displaying:

- The number of zones in alarm

- The number of devices in alarm

- The number of power failure alarms

- The number of trouble alarms

- The number of maintenance alerts

- The time elapsed in each alarm state

5.5.4.2. For each detector/pull station in alarm, the Fire and Smoke Detection System main (and remote) panel(s) shall be capable of displaying:

- Device zone

- Device and alarm type

- Device compartment name and number

- Device address

- Date and time of alarm

5.5.4.3. For each trouble alarm, the Fire and Smoke Detection System control panel shall be capable of displaying:

- Trouble circuit

- Trouble type

- Device compartment name and number (if applicable)

- Device address (if applicable)

5.5.4.4. For each power failure alarm, the Fire and Smoke Detection System control panel shall be capable of displaying:

- Power failure source

5.5.4.5. For each detector, the Fire and Smoke Alarm control panel shall be capable of displaying:

- Device zone

- Device type

- Device compartment Name

- Device compartment Number

- Device sensitivity setting (if applicable)

- Device status (operational, maintenance needed)

- Device address

5.5.5. The first displayed alarm will not prevent any other detector or device from initiating and displaying an alarm. The operator shall be able to view each alarm notification individually. The operator shall be able to navigate through all active alarms.

5.5.6. The display shall include an operator interface for navigating the display pages.

5.6. Control Unit Interfaces

5.6.1. The fire alarm system shall have provisions for RS-485 communications.

5.6.1.1. The RS-485 communications shall be optically isolated.

5.6.1.2. Vendor support shall be provided to integrate the RS-485 data stream protocols with existing shipboard systems.

5.6.2. The fire and smoke detection system shall have alarm output relays. These relays shall have isolated, Form C (single pole double throw) dry contacts for field connections, rated for no less than 3A resistive, 115VAC.

5.6.2.1. The purpose of the output relays is to interface with the Machinery Control System (MCS).

5.6.2.2. The system shall have 1 output relay per zone (16 zones total). Each output relay shall be open during normal conditions and closed during alarm conditions (for the zone in alarm). Initiating device zone shall be defined in the database.

5.7. Electrical Power Supply and Equipment

5.7.1. Electrical equipment, panels, pushbutton stations and termination boxes shall be NEMA 4 (NEMA

STD 250) enclosures or greater unless otherwise noted.

5.8. Cabling and Wiring

5.8.1. Cabling and wiring requirements shall be provided in accordance with IEEE 45 and MIL-DTL-

24643.

5.8.2. Cable entry into electrical enclosures shall use either nylon stuffing tubes per ASTM F 1836M or heat-shrink cable entry seals per ASTM F 1837M.

5.9. Identification and Labeling

5.9.1. Each device shall be affixed with a label plate denoting the manufacturer’s name, city and state; the model designation; serial number of equivalent means to identify the date of manufacture; operating voltage; electrical load ratings; and document equipment compliance.

5.10. Resistance to Marine Environment

5.10.1. All components of the Fire and Smoke Detection System that require coating (such as control panels and remote panels) shall be painted to resist a marine environment.

5.11. Programming

5.11.1. Multiple levels of password protection shall be provided to prevent unauthorized modification of control unit programming and database information.

5.11.2. The control unit shall allow the end user the capability to perform, by use of equipment field interfaces or connection of an external PC, the following items:

5.11.2.1. Run Simulations

5.11.2.2. Modify/add/remove addressable device database information (address, compartment number, etc.)

5.11.2.3. Upload/download databases

5.11.2.4. Save/load databases

5.11.2.5. Run system diagnostics

5.11.2.6. Apply firmware updates

5.11.3. The control unit shall be capable of assigning a specific “fire zone” identifier to each initiating device. The control unit shall support identification of at least 16 zones.

5.11.4. The control unit shall have the ability to automatically or manually update device information tables to accommodate the addition or removals of system devices.

5.11.5. The control unit shall be delivered or commissioned with the following data stored for each initiating device:

5.11.5.1. Device type

5.11.5.2. Device compartment name

5.11.5.3. Device compartment number

5.11.5.4. Device sensitivity setting

5.11.5.5. Device zone

5.11.5.6. Device address

6. Shipping

6.1. The Contractor shall provide shipping containers for use during equipment delivery. Shipping containers shall meet the requirements of ASTM D3951 for appropriate commercial packaging.

6.2. The Contractor shall notify the KO and COR via email of pending shipment at least seven (7) calendar days prior to shipment.

6.3. Large items (length + girth of box greater than 130 inches) and items over 70 lbs shall be packaged in skid mounted shipping containers, suitable for handling with a forklift.

6.4. Shipping containers shall be completely enclosed and structurally suitable for stacking. The containers shall be suitable for outside stowage in the weather including precipitation, temperatures ranging from -

10 F to 110 F, and dew point up to 80 F. Shipping containers shall be assembled with bolts or screws to permit ease of removal of the cover or lid from the base.

6.5. Major components shall be bolted to the framing system. Loose components shall be intermediate boxed and shall be restrained within the shipping container. Suitable cribbing shall be provided to prevent damage during shipment. Protrusions, projections, corners, sharp edges and fragile areas shall be cushioned to protect the equipment and to prevent rupture of shrink-wrap materials.

6.6. A copy of the packing list for each box or shipping container within the shipset of material shall be prepared and electronically forwarded to the KO and COR for use as a check-off sheet by SFLC

Shipping/Receiving warehouse personnel. A copy of the list shall be posted inside a waterproof, clear plastic envelope on the outside of one shipping container. The packing list shall clearly indicate how many containers or boxes are part of the Ship-Set of Equipment.

6.7. Shipping Containers (Crates)

6.7.1. Each crate top shall be attached to the skid using bolts or screws so the top may be removed without damage and reused.

6.7.2. Each crate top shall have a minimum of two (2) lifting eyes attached to aid in top removal using a crane.

6.7.3. The crate shall be so constructed that it may be hoisted from both sides by a forklift.

7. Supply

7.1. Equipment:

7.1.1. Fire & Smoke Alarm System

7.1.2. Parts and Accessories

7.1.3. Equipment shall be delivered within eight (8) months after receipt of order or sooner if mutually agreed upon within the delivery order.

7.1.4. All equipment, parts and accessories supplied under this Technical Specification shall comply with the requirements listed herein and meet quality assurance requirements.

7.1.5. The fire and smoke detection system and all components supplied by the Vendor shall be supportable for a 15 year period.

7.2. Spare Parts (Recommended)

7.2.1. The Contractor shall provide a recommended spare parts list for onboard repair parts (OBRP) and system stock parts. The Contractor shall provide recommended or approximate hour replacement timeframes for all spare parts. All spare parts shall also be identified in the applicable Technical

Publication. The USCG reserves the right to order part quantities less than or greater than the recommended quantity within the Contractor provided parts list.

7.2.2. Onboard Repair Parts (OBRP) – Onboard repair parts are items that unit personnel can replace at the organizational level of repair without additional special tools or technical support. The Contractor shall provide a list of OBRP including the price and quantity recommended by the Contractor to provide initial sparing for the ship to support the end items of one ships set of equipment for a period of twelve (12) months. The list shall include the OBRP Kit part number, OEM Part Number, CAGE

Code, part description, National Stock Number for parts already identified in the Federal Stock

System, shelf life, special material/operating requirements, quantity, estimated retail cost per part and total estimated cost of full list of recommended OBRP. OBRP supply shall be delivered within twelve (12) months after receipt of order or sooner if mutually agreed upon within the delivery order.

7.2.3. System Stock - System stock shall be the long lead time materials (materials with lead times over 45 days) and/or manufacturer designated critical items. The Contractor shall provide a list of system stock parts including the price and quantity recommended by the Contractor to support the end item for a period of two (2) years. This list shall include the OEM Part Number, CAGE Code, part description, National Stock Number for parts already identified in the Federal Stock System, shelf life, special material/operating requirements, quantity, estimated retail cost per part and total estimated cost of full list of recommended system stock. System stock shall be delivered within twelve (12) months after receipt of order or sooner if mutually agreed upon within the delivery order.

Contractor shall notify the KO if the commercial lead times for any item exceeds 12 months.

7.2.4. Additional Long Lead Time Material - The Contractor shall list any additional equipment and components that are OEM specific and are either greater than $2,500.00 in price, or have a lead time greater than six (6) weeks not previously defined in the System Stock.