Att_1_Flag Barge Specification.docx

FLAG BARGE (FB)

SPECIFICATION

1 July 2020

Attachment 1 – FLAG BARGE SPECIFICATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 0: GENERAL GUIDANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

040 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Since the end of World War II, the Commander, United States (U.S.) Pacific Fleet (PACFLT) has operated a Flag Barge (FB) for official tours of Pearl Harbor offering a unique opportunity to share the significant history and to highlight the United States' resolve, resilience and determination in times of adversity and peace. These tours reinforce the strategic importance of our military installations and supporting commands home based in Hawaii.

The unique and lasting impression provided by the PACFLT Flag's barge is also used by Commander, Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Commander, Pacific Air Forces, Commander, Army Pacific, and Commander, Maritime Forces Pacific. It has an extensive history of supporting official visits by Heads of State, foreign government and military leaders, U.S. Presidents, Vice Presidents, U.S. Cabinet members, members of Senate and Congress, as well as influential people of industry, education and civil leaders. A suitable replacement Flag Barge is imperative to the enduring operations in INDOPACOM’s Area of Responsibility and has a direct impact on mission readiness.

The Flag Barge will primarily ferry very important persons (VIP) in comfortable accommodations to and from the ARIZONA Memorial, around Ford Island, Pearl Harbor and neighboring sites within the harbor.

042 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

This Specification defines the requirements for the FB, which will replace the previous FB. The overall requirement is to provide a suitable boat, ready for service as a US NAVY Flag Barge.

The Contractor shall provide a suitable boat that meets the general principal characteristics and performance requirements of this Specification. This vessel should be of good quality and condition and appropriate for hosting the President of the United States.

Upon delivery and acceptance, the US NAVY will take ownership of the vessel and operate it as a government owned, Public Vessel.

Specifications contained herein provide the minimum required system characteristics and requirements.

070 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Length Overall (LOA): 72’ – 83’ Beam Overall (BOA) w/fendering: 22’ Maximum Full Load Draft: 6’ Maximum Air Draft: 28’ Maximum (waterline to highest permanent structure) Total Installed Fuel Capacity: 500 gal Minimum Minimum Cruising Speed: 8 kts in Full Load Capacity: Comfort and stability to carry a minimum of 30 passengers and 4 crew Age: Newly constructed or delivered after January 1, 1980 Hull Material: Aluminum Build location: The FB shall have been built in the U.S. and currently located in the U.S.

To ensure the historical image the majority of super structure aft of amidships must be higher than the super structure forward, thus making the vessel’s profile being lower to the water like traditional Naval Flag Barges from WW 2. The foredeck shall be generally open, unobstructed, and suitable from which to conduct small ceremonies with up to 7 persons. The afterdeck and foredeck shall have easy access. Interior shall be in traditional décor and trim, e.g., wood and/or brass trim in traditional nautical theme. Interior styling and furnishings should be tasteful, subdued and conducive to a business environment. Sport fishers, houseboats, workboats, riverboats, express cruisers, catamarans, sailing vessels, tugs, racing vessels, and other non-traditional motor yachts will not be acceptable. Open staircases, hot tubs, rope lighting, neon lighting, opulent furnishings or décor, brightly colored and/or plastic finishes are not acceptable.

All equipment, systems, fittings and materials shall be properly installed and operational. Obsolete, non-functioning, equipment, e.g., Loran-C, shall be removed (or properly disabled with government approval); all system connections (plumbing, electrical, etc.) properly terminated; and any gaps, holes, or cavities left by the equipment shall be sealed off in a manner that is suitable to the location. Non-functioning equipment that is not required by the specification, e.g., autopilot or watermaker, shall either be repaired or removed as above. Interior and exterior surfaces, e.g., hull, decks, bulkheads, overheads, flooring, counters, furnishings, fabrics and decorative elements, shall be in good condition and generally free of blemishes, gouges, discolorations and similar flaws. All exterior doors, windows and hatches shall be watertight or weather tight, as originally designed, and not leaking. Equipment, systems, fittings and materials not meeting the above criteria shall be repaired or replaced as necessary.

The vessel shall meet all applicable United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations for life saving, firefighting/detection and other safety requirements for a vessel of its size.

078 MATERIALS

Hull structure shall be of welded aluminum construction. Fiberglass, wooden hulls or wooden deckhouses are not acceptable. All materials shall be marine grade and resistant to corrosion and UV exposure.

085 DATA PACKAGE

The Contractor shall provide all available original equipment manufacturer (OEM) documentation in the Contractor’s possession, including installation, operation, and maintenance manuals, service parts lists, catalog ‘cut’ sheets, and supplemental data for each piece of equipment or component installed on the craft.

The Contractor shall provide any available OEM-supplied warranty information for any components still within their warranty period.

The Contractor shall provide all available drawings, arrangement plans, docking plans, and any maintenance, repair and overhaul records.

SECTION 1: HULL STRUCTURE AND ARRANGEMENT

100 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Public Spaces: Public spaces capable of accommodating a minimum of 30 passengers in a minimum of 2 lounge areas. One of the required lounge areas may be in a semi-enclosed location and capable of being totally enclosed with temporary enclosures for protection from the weather, e.g., a fly bridge.

Pilothouse: Pilothouse to be separate from other accommodations/spaces

SECTION 2: PROPULSION

200 GENERAL PROPULSION REQUIREMENTS

The vessel shall be equipped with all standard, or upgraded, propulsion and control systems as provided by the original boat builder. The propulsion system shall include, at a minimum, twin-screws; diesel propulsion engines; gearboxes; and all appropriate auxiliary/support systems.

SECTION 3: ELECTRIC PLANT

300 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC PLANT

The vessel shall be equipped with all standard, or upgraded, electrical systems as provided by the original boat builder. The electric plant shall include, at a minimum, two appropriately sized generators; starting and house batteries; charging; distribution; shore power; and all appropriate auxiliary/supporting systems.

Boat electrical components and subcomponents shall be suitable for a marine environment and isolated from the marine environment.

SECTION 4: COMMAND AND CONTROL

400 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMAND AND CONTROL

The vessel shall be equipped with all standard, or upgraded, command and control systems as provided by the original boat builder. The command and control systems shall include, at a minimum, a magnetic compass at the console; navigation lights (in accordance with 72 COLREGS, as amended, and USCG approved); a GPS; chart plotter; radar; fixed or hand-held spotlight; VHF radio system; navigation horn; and all appropriate auxiliary/supporting systems.

SECTION 5: AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

500 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

The vessel shall be equipped with all standard, or upgraded, auxiliary systems as provided by the original boat builder. The auxiliary systems shall include, at a minimum, an appropriately sized HVAC system suitable for service in Hawaii; sanitary waste drains that carry waste from sanitary fixtures to a holding tank, and to equipped discharge connections; bilge pump(s) for automatic operation in each watertight compartment (quantity shall be appropriate to support this size boat); fresh water system with water heater and minimum 150 gallon potable water storage tank; fuel system; portable fire extinguishers (in accordance with USCG regulations); an engine room fire suppression system; an appropriately sized bow thruster with controls in the pilot house; anchoring and mooring system; sewage and waste system with a minimum 100 gallon holding tank; and all appropriate auxiliary/supporting systems.

Boat mechanical components and subcomponents shall be suitable for a marine environment (water/corrosion resistant) and/or protected from the marine environment.

SECTION 6: OUTFIT

600 OUTFIT AND FURNISHINGS

The vessel shall be equipped with all standard outfit and furnishings as provided by the original boat builder. The outfit and furnishings shall include, at a minimum, two 30" diameter USCG approved ring buoys with stowage brackets; a United States of America Flag with mast/staff; six appropriately sized mooring lines; a minimum of 34 Personal Flotation Devices Type I, size = Adult and four Personal Floatation Devices Type I, size = Child, one Type IV throwable; a minimum of four appropriately sized fenders; a minimum of three each, day use and night use combination pyrotechnic devices; all other USCG required safety equipment and placards for the vessel.

The outfit and furnishings shall also include, at a minimum, keys for all locks on board; appropriate railings and lifelines for all open deck areas; a galley area with microwave, refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, sink with faucet, cabinets and countertop; a minimum of two heads with sink, toilet, and locking door; a helm seat for the coxswain; seating for at least 20 people shall be provided between the two lounge areas; tables or bar top/counter top area of at least 20 sqft shall be provided between the two lounge areas; and all appropriate auxiliary/supporting outfit and furnishings.

Bottom paint shall be present and in good condition. Hull shall be pressure washed to remove growth and barnacles within 14 days of delivery. Anodes shall be sized and installed to adequately protect the hull, equipment and components from corrosion. Anodes shall have no greater than 25% wastage or shall be replaced.