Attachment 1_Statement of Work.pdf

SPECIAL PURPOSE CRAFT- ICE RESCUE TRANSPORT SECOND GENERATION (SPC-IRT II)

ATTACHMENT 1 – STATEMENT OF WORK

RFQ No.: 70Z02326Q93250001

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

United States Coast Guard (USCG)

STATEMENT OF WORK

(SOW)

Special Purpose Craft – Ice Rescue Transport Second Generation

(SPC-IRT II)

6 August 2026 i

Table of Content

040 PROGRAM MANAGEMENT ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 041 WARRANTY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6 068 OPEN HULL INSPECTION (OHI) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 077 PRODUCTION SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8 080 INTERIM CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT (ICLS) REQUIREMENTS -------------------------------------------------- 8 081 THIRD PARTY SUPPORT AND AGREEMENT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 083 SUPPLY SUPPORT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 084 PACKAGING, HANDLING, STORAGE, AND TRANSPORTATION ---------------------------------------------------------- 11 085 TECHNICAL DATA PACKAGE (TDP) REQUIREMENTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 086 TECHNICAL MANUALS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 089 CREW FAMILIARIZATION (FAM) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 090 TEST PANEL ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 092 ACCEPTANCE TESTING (AT) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 ii

RECORD OF CONTRACT CHANGES

Version Date Purpose

Orig 08/06/2026 Initial Release

040 PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

040-1 General

040-1.1 This Statement of Work (SOW) and the associated Specification define the requirements for the design, construction, testing, and delivery of the Special Purpose Craft – Ice Rescue Transport Second Generation (SPC-IRT II), including the provision for Logistics Support and technical documentation.

The Contractor shall manage, coordinate, and execute all program activities to ensure compliance with all SOW and Specification requirements.

040-2 Meetings

040-2.1 General

040-2.1.1 The Contractor shall host or attend U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) meetings as required.

040-2.1.2 Routine status meetings shall occur at least monthly and no more than weekly.

040-2.2 Formal Meetings

040-2.2.1 The Contractor or Contracting Officer (KO) may request formal in‑person meetings at the Contractor’s or USCG facility.

040-2.2.2 The requesting party shall provide at least 14 calendar days’ notice, unless the Contracting Officer approves a different period.

040-2.2.3 For each formal meeting, the Contractor shall provide an agenda, draft minutes, incorporate USCG input, and issue final minutes.

040-2.2.4 Minutes shall list all action items, assign responsibility (Contractor or USCG), and state each item’s status.

040-2.3 Identified Formal Meetings

040-2.3.1 Post-Award Conference will be held within 14 days of award to establish the baseline schedule, coordinate key personnel roles, and review contract administration

040-3 Data Exchange and Data Deliverables

040-3.1 General

040-3.1.1 The Contractor shall develop, prepare, and submit data deliverables per Attachment 3, List of Deliverables.

040-3.1.2 All data, drawings, and information shall be submitted to the USCG as electronic copies unless this SOW or the Specification requires hard copies.

Table 040-1 - Hard Copy Distribution

Code Delivery Address Boat Provide a copy with the boat at delivery.

Code Delivery Address KO US Mail delivery:

Commandant (CG-SEA-C) Attn: Contracting Officer – SPC – IRT II U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters 2703 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20593-780

040-3.1.3 All data shall be readable and usable on USCG workstation operating systems. (Microsoft Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat).

040-3.2 USCG Review and Acceptance of Data Deliverables

040-3.2.1 The USCG will review data deliverables for contract conformance and provide comments within 30 calendar days.

040-3.2.2 The Contractor shall address USCG’s comments within 30 days.

040-4 Configuration Management and Tracking

040-4.1 The Contractor shall track configuration changes from acceptance of the first SPC-IRT II through delivery of the final SPC-IRT II

040-4.2 A Configuration Change Report shall be submitted with each boat delivered identifying any changes implemented since the previous delivery.

040-4.3 The tracking system shall:

040-4.3.1 Establish the base configuration through submission of technical documentation (builder’s drawings, calculations, equipment lists, manuals, software/firmware versions, adjustable parameter sets).

040-4.3.2 Capture changes to the base configuration through revision of technical documentation, noting which SPC IRT IIs are affected by the change.

040-5 Configuration Audit

040-5.1 The USCG will conduct a Configuration Audit on a production SPC IRT II and trailer to verify conformance with the technical data.

040-5.2 The USCG will designate the boat for the configuration audit once configuration and production are stable and the schedule supports.

040-5.3 The Contractor shall provide one hard copy and one electronic set (PDF and native CAD) of the builder’s drawings and associated lists for the audit. The location and schedule for the audit will be coordinated. The agreed-on location should provide access to the production facility or an off‑site area with electricity, lighting, shelter from wind and rain, and safe access to all areas of the boat and trailer.

040-5.4 The USCG will compare the physical SPC-IRT II and trailer to the technical documentation and vice versa. Discrepancies will be documented in a USCG produced Configuration Audit report submitted to the Contractor for resolution.

040-5.5 The audit will take no more than three working days. A Contractor representative is invited to participate in all or part of the audit but not required.

040-5.6 The Contractor shall resolve Audit discrepancies and submit an Audit Resolution Report identifying each discrepancy, corrective action, expected completion dates, and applicability by hull and trailer.

040-5.7 Corrective actions shall be implemented on affected SPC-IRT IIs and trailers, delivered and in production, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the USCG.

040-6 Configuration Control

040-6.1 Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)

040-6.1.1 After delivery of the first SPC-IRT II, the Contractor may propose changes to contract requirements or the established configuration to address Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) / obsolescence or to improve safety, reliability, maintainability, or supportability.

040-6.1.2 The Contractor shall request an ECP number from the USCG before submitting an ECP and shall use DD Form 1692 (provided as GFI).

040-6.1.3 Each ECP shall describe the proposed change and rationale, identify effectivity (first hull or trailer to receive the change), provide a recommendation on retrofitting previously accepted boats and trailers, list affected configuration and technical documentation, and address impacts to performance, safety and stability, software/firmware and parameter sets, logistics (MEL, SNR, spares, manuals), cost, and schedule.

040-6.1.4 If an ECP is approved, implementation details will be established via contract modification.

040-6.1.5 The USCG may order retrofit kits to install an approved change in the field. When a kit is established, it shall include Installation Instructions identifying all required parts, consumables, tools, and step‑by‑step instructions, and any parts required to complete the retrofit.

040-6.2 Warranty Changes

040-6.2.1 If correcting defects during warranty requires a configuration change, the Contractor shall inform the USCG of the proposed change, recommend implementation on all delivered and in‑production boats and trailers, and update the configuration tracking system and any technical data associated with the change.

040-7 DMSMS and Obsolescence

040-7.1 The Contractor shall identify and address obsolescence issues for Contractor‑selected equipment for the life of the contract.

040-7.2 When an obsolescence issue is identified the Contractor shall promptly inform the USCG and provide recommended solutions (alternate vendors, new sources, or substitute parts/components).

041 WARRANTY

041-1 General

041-1.1 The Contractor shall provide a warranty program that covers all labor, travel, registration of component if needed, material, parts, shipping, and marine chemist certifications required to effect warranty repairs. The Contractor shall follow USCG policy for gas‑free certification and marine chemist requirements for warranty work completed at a USCG facility.

041-1.2 The workmanship, performance, and operation of each SPC-IRT II and all installed systems shall be warranted by the Contractor against defects or failures for the following periods from acceptance:

041-1.2.1 One year of “stem‑to‑stern” total boat warranty that includes all equipment, material, and components.

041-1.2.2 One year of total trailer warranty.

041-1.2.3 Two years or 300 hours on steering and propulsion systems.

041-1.3 The Contractor shall acknowledge warranty claims and provide a proposed resolution and timeline within 48 hours of notification.

041-1.4 For any warranty claim not expected to be resolved within 14 days of submission, the Contractor shall submit a Warranty Repair Plan before the 14‑day point that identifies the steps, scope, and schedule for resolution.

041-1.5 Warranties shall not be voided if trained USCG personnel effect repairs to meet mission requirements.

041-1.6 All commercial component warranties that exceed the warranty terms shall be identified and passed through to USCG. The Contractor shall deliver a Warranty Book with each SPC IRT II. The Warranty Book shall identify each item that has an OEM warranty and list the following: OEM, model, part number serial number, warranty coverage terms and durations, claim process, required registrations, and any exclusions.

041-2 Warranty Management

041-2.1 The Contractor shall use the Fleet Management Information System (FMIS), or its successor system, to communicate warranty information and to coordinate warranty efforts. The following information should be captured in the FMIS:

041-2.1.1 Initial data (Contractor) with delivery of the Boat;

041-2.1.1.1 Component breakdown;

041-2.1.1.2 OEM technical manuals and drawings;

041-2.1.2 Pre-delivery input (Contractor);

041-2.1.2.1 Hull number;

041-2.1.2.2 Serial numbers of installed component from the Serial Number Report;

041-2.1.3 Date claim submitted (USCG);

041-2.1.4 Date of remediation (USCG);

041-2.1.5 Parts affected (USCG – expanded by Contractor if resolution warrants);

041-2.1.5.1 Make/Model/Serial/Part Number Removed, Repaired, or Replaced (Contractor);

041-2.1.5.2 Firmware/Software Version Removed, Repaired/Updated, or Replaced (Contractor);

041-2.1.6 Nature of casualty (USCG);

041-2.1.7 Actions taken (USCG and Contractor);

041-2.1.8 Intended action (Contractor);

041-2.1.9 USCG hull number (USCG);

041-2.1.10 USCG unit (USCG);

041-2.1.11 Engine hours (USCG); and

041-2.1.12 Log of corrective action(s) taken that closed the claim (Contractor).

068 OPEN HULL INSPECTION (OHI)

068-1 General

068-1.1 During construction of the first boat, the Contractor shall provide an opportunity for the USCG to conduct an open hull inspection at the site of construction once the hull structure has been completed, including the transom, all bulkheads, all frames, all longitudinals, engine foundations, the shell plating, and all necessary brackets that will be inaccessible after the deck is installed. This inspection shall be completed before the deck is installed.

068-1.2 The open hull inspection shall be performed at the construction facility and shall not take more than eight consecutive hours in the construction area to complete.

068-1.3 The Contractor shall provide relevant documents, drawings or sketches, used to construct the boat structure for the open hull inspection. This information will be used by the USCG during the open hull inspection to review the structure which may not be visible when the boat construction is completed, including an assessment of the quality of workmanship; any damage or distortion of the hull and its supporting structure; and the presence of hard spots, misalignment, or other anomalies.

068-1.4 The open hull inspection does not constitute USCG acceptance of the design or construction. It represents an opportunity for the USCG to view construction details that may not be visible when the boat construction is complete.

077 PRODUCTION SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION

077-1 General

077-1.1 The Contractor shall inform USCG personnel of its accident prevention programs, policies, and procedures.

077-2 Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT)

077-2.1 The Contractor shall provide a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Report that contains safety data information for each hazardous material (HAZMAT) used in the SPC-IRT II. The report shall include an index of all SDSs. SDS reports shall be in English.

080 INTERIM CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT (ICLS) REQUIREMENTS

080-1 General

080-1.1 The Contractor shall provide non‑warranty technical support, materials and other direct costs, and labor as additional services that the Coast Guard may order. Specific requirements and pricing for these services will be agreed upon at the time each order is issued.

080-1.1.1 Technical support may include analysis, studies, inspections, surveys, parts, on-site casualty response, maintenance, or documentation necessary to maintain the established baseline configuration.

080-1.1.2 Material may include any item or equipment installed on the boat. Other direct costs may include expenses that are required to fulfill ICLS requirement such as services, tools, or travel.

080-1.1.3 Labor may include a need for technical representatives, including Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) support and any required travel.

081 THIRD PARTY SUPPORT AND AGREEMENT

081-1 General

081-1.1 The Contractor shall collaborate with a potential USCG-designated third-party logistics support contractor(s) to refine engineering drawings and technical documentation to meet specific Coast Guard format and content.

The following table outlines the expectations for the Contractor (Boat Builder) and the Coast Guard Third Party Support:

Table 081-2 - Third Party and Boat Builder Tasking Matrix

Task / Deliverable

Contractor (Boat Builder) Responsibility

Third-Party Logistics Support Contractor Responsibility

Drawings

(USCG

Format)

Provide Contractor formatted CAD files.

Converts drawings into standard USCG formatted drawings.

Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPCs)

Provide OEM user and service manuals with maintenance schedule information.

Authors USCG MPCs.

Provisioning & Parts Lists

Provide Bill of Materials (BOM) and OEM part number/valuation.

Develops the Allowance Parts Lists (APLs) and standard USCG provisioning documentation.

081-2 Associated Contractor Agreement (ACA) for Logistics Support

081-2.1 The Contractor shall cooperate and collaborate with the USCG and any future third-party logistics support contractor(s) designated by the USCG.

Within thirty (30) days of the USCG awarding a contract to a third-party logistics provider, the Contractor shall enter into an Associate Contractor Agreement (ACA) with that vendor. The ACA shall establish working procedures to ensure sharing of technical data, design specifications, and engineering support necessary to develop USCG-formatted logistics documentation. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the executed ACA to the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer's Representative

(COR).

081-3 Technical Data and Information Sharing

081-3.1 The Contractor shall provide the USCG and its designated third-party logistics support contractor(s) access to all relevant data required to develop USCG logistics products. This includes:

081-3.1.1 CAD files, 2D/3D models, and arrangement drawings.

081-3.1.2 Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals, commercial maintenance schedules, and warranty data.

081-3.1.3 Bill of Materials (BOM) and vendor part numbers required for provisioning and APL development.

081-3.1.4 System architecture and technical specifications necessary for the drafting of USCG Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPCs).

081-4 Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Proprietary Data

081-4.1 To facilitate open collaboration, the Contractor shall execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with the designated third-party logistics support contractor(s). The USCG ensures that the third-party contractor will be restricted from using the Contractor’s proprietary design data for any purpose other than developing the specific USCG logistics deliverables.

083 SUPPLY SUPPORT

083-1 General

083-1.1 The Contractor shall make all SPC-IRT II parts and components available for purchase.

083-1.2 The Contractor shall provide a commercial parts catalog with OEM list prices. For items without published list prices, the Contractor shall provide estimated pricing with supporting data when available (e.g., vendor quotes, BOM breakdowns).

083-2 Maintenance Requirements List

083-2.1 The Contractor shall develop and submit to the USCG a Maintenance Requirements List (MRL) of required or recommended OEM maintenance for the first 150 hours or 12 months of operation.

083-2.2 The MRL shall associate each maintenance requirement with the relevant equipment.

083-2.3 The MRL shall identify the OEM component, the OEM maintenance manual, and the section of the maintenance manual related to that component.

083-2.4 The MRL Kit, to be included with the boat, shall include all maintenance parts and consumable material, which includes lube oil, fluids, filters, and special tools to complete the recommended maintenance for the first 150 hours or 12 months of operation.

083-3 Master Equipment List (MEL)

083-3.1 The Contractor shall develop a Master Equipment List (MEL) that list equipment provided in the boat. The MEL is similar to a Bill of Materials, generally provided as a standalone spreadsheet. The MEL shall provide the following information:

083-3.1.1 System

083-3.1.2 Item Description

083-3.1.3 OEM

083-3.1.4 OEM Part Number

083-3.1.5 Quantity

083-4 Serial Number Report (SNR)

083-4.1 The Contractor shall provide a Serial Number Report (SNR) for all items, equipment, and systems on the boat that have a serial number. The report shall include the serial number, OEM name, and OEM part number.

083-5 List of Special Tools and Test Equipment

083-5.1 The Contractor shall develop a list of special tools, test equipment, and software needed for maintenance and provide the list to the USCG.

083-5.2 The list shall identify all special tools, the source of supply, and any special test equipment required for maintenance and troubleshooting of the boat.

083-5.3 A special tool is any tool or software designed and sold by the Contractor or a component OEM with unique characteristics for a specific maintenance task on a specific piece of equipment that cannot be accomplished with standard hand tools.

083-5.3.1 If a unique connector or tool is required to support electronic diagnostics, the connector or tool shall be listed as a special tool (e.g., dongle).

083-5.3.2 If software is required, the version number or other identifying information shall be provided.

084 PACKAGING, HANDLING, STORAGE, AND TRANSPORTATION

084-1 General

084-1.1 Prior to packaging/shipping, the SPC-IRT II shall be cleaned (including a freshwater washdown), with all systems preserved and covered. Bilges shall be dry and free of oil/debris. Batteries shall be fully charged and battery cables disconnected.

084-1.2 The Contractor shall arrange all delivery support. The USCG will provide access to delivery locations with controlled access.

084-1.3 The propulsion system shall be preserved per OEM recommendations for transportation, including prolonged periods in freezing temperatures during transit or delays.

084-1.4 A durable warning plaque shall be attached at the helm stating the boat is preserved for shipping and may not be operated until all machinery/equipment are inspected and placed in service.

084-1.5 Vertical appendages may be lowered to meet transport height limits, provided they are returned to operational position at delivery.

084-1.6 The Contractor shall develop a shipping inventory list for all items shipped with the boat that are not permanently mounted (e.g., boat outfit, items removed for transport, operational spares, covers, loose trailer components).

084-2 Packaging

084-2.1 The SPC-IRT II shall be protected to prevent damage during shipping.

084-2.2 All non‑permanently mounted items shall be packaged in durable, weatherproof containers to prevent damage in transit. Each container shall be clearly labeled with a unique identifier and shall include a corresponding inventory list.

084-3 Delivery

084-3.1 Orig] The Contractor shall deliver the SPC-IRT II and trailer to KO or COR‑directed stations. SPC-IRT II will be operate out of the following stations:

084-3.1.1 STA Saginaw River: Hulls 1 and 5;

2405 Weadock Hwy, Essexville, MI 48732.

084-3.1.2 STA Sault St Marie: Hulls 2 and 6;

337 Water Street, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

084-3.1.3 STA Sturgeon Bay: Hull 3;

2501 Canal Rd Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

084-3.1.4 STA Marblehead: Hull 4; and

606 Prairie Street, Marblehead, OH 43440

084-3.1.5 District Great Lake: Hull 7 and 8

1240 East Ninth Street Cleveland, OH 44199

084-3.2 The boat and trailer shall be free of road debris and dirt before they arrive at the delivery location.

084-3.3 The Contractor shall safely offload the boat and trailer to ground or water at the USCG‑specified location.

084-3.4 The Contractor is responsible for arranging and executing delivery to all specified locations. The Contractor shall determine the most appropriate method of transport (e.g., via its own trailer, commercial freight). If the SPC- IRT II trailer is delivered over-the-road, it must arrive in as-new condition with the appropriate license plate or tag displayed.

085 TECHNICAL DATA PACKAGE (TDP) REQUIREMENTS

085-1 Drawing and Repair Instructions

085-1.1 The Contractor shall deliver builder's drawings, CAD or 3D models if available, sketches, and relevant repair instructions for the SPC-IRT II.

085-2 Calculations

085-2.1 The Contractor shall provide OEMs’ and standards’ required worksheets, application forms, and supplemental information associated with boat (i.e., ABYC H-8 basic flotation).

086 TECHNICAL MANUALS

086-1 General

086-1.1 Publications prepared for this contract by the Contractor shall be in an electronic format that allows embedded text and graphics and shall be in

Microsoft® Office Word or Microsoft® Office Excel format compatible with Windows® 11.

086-1.2 Any Commercial Off‑the‑Shelf (COTS) manuals from vendors that are not in Microsoft® Office Word or Excel‑compatible format shall be delivered in an unlocked PDF file.

086-1.3 The Contractor shall provide an index of technical manuals and publications for equipment, components, and accessories that make up the boat and shall provide an electronic copy of each technical manual and publication.

086-2 OEM Technical Manuals

086-2.1 The Contractor shall deliver OEM technical manuals. These manuals shall be provided for equipment, components, and accessories that make up the boat.

086-2.2 OEM documentation shall be in English.

086-2.3 If an OEM technical manual contains information on more than one like component, the Contractor shall mark each manual with the component model and part number used on the boat to direct the user only to those sections necessary to complete their task.

086-2.4 The Contractor shall provide supplemental information not addressed by the OEM technical manual that covers the as‑installed design with maintenance procedures.

086-3 Boat Information Book (BIB)

086-3.1 The Boat Information Book (BIB) shall provide a complete description of the boat’s capacities and characteristics, including operating restrictions, operating instructions for all systems, equipment, and components installed (including wiring and piping). System diagrams shall be included to supplement the written description. System working drawings may be used in lieu of the diagrams. ABYC T‑24 Owner/Operator’s Manuals should be used as guidance when developing the content of the BIB. A copy of the BIB shall be delivered with each SPC-IRT II. The BIB shall address the following elements:

086-3.1.1 Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) Support Section that provides the following:

086-3.1.2 Physical layout diagrams and descriptions.

086-3.1.3 A list of embedded electronic control systems within the HM&E boundary.

086-3.1.4 Step‑by‑step flow chart describing each equipment setup and startup process and associated settings.

086-3.1.5 System corrective maintenance, casualty recovery, and reset procedures.

086-3.1.6 The Contractor shall develop a Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) System/Network Support Section that provides the following:

086-3.1.7 System overview including a general description of the nature of the system as a whole and the purpose and description of each major sub-system.

086-3.1.8 Physical layout diagrams and descriptions.

086-3.1.9 Casualty Control Section -

086-3.1.10 The Contractor shall develop a casualty control section that provides description of the emergency systems and action to be taken for the following:

086-3.1.10.1 Charlie Fire

086-3.1.10.2 Engine High Water Temperature

086-3.1.10.3 Loss of Control of Engine RPM

086-3.1.10.4 Loss of Fuel Pressure

086-3.1.10.5 Loss of Lube Oil Pressure

086-3.1.10.6 No Power/Insufficient Power to Communications/Navigation Equipment

086-3.1.10.7 Steering Casualty (Hydraulic/Electrical)

086-3.1.10.8 Loss of Seawater Cooling Flow

089 CREW FAMILIARIZATION (FAM)

089-1 General

089-1.1 The contractor shall provide two days of crew FAM at delivery, with crew being able to operate controls, navigation, and communication equipment to safely pilot the boat.

089-1.2 Concentrate on the safe use of the boat, basic operation of all boat controls and equipment, and maintenance. Upon completion, the Contractor shall ensure USCG personnel are able to demonstrate proficiency in the safe operation, emergency procedures, and preventative maintenance of major SPC-IRT II systems. Operator and Maintainer FAM shall address all topics included in the Boat information Book (BIB). The BIB and OEM manuals shall be used in FAM aid.

089-1.3 The Contractor shall provide a syllabus that includes an agenda listing the topics.

090 TEST PANEL

090-1 General

090-1.1 A Test Panel shall be provided with each boat.

090-1.1.1 Test panels are to be laid up alongside hull lamination by the same laminators producing the hull using the same methods.

090-1.1.2 Test panels shall represent the hull bottom laminate.

090-1.1.3 Finished dimensions of the panel after removal of any tabs, edges, etc., shall be 2ft x 2ft.

090-1.1.4 Each Panel shall be laid up on an incline representative of the angle of the hull bottom during hull lamination dependent on mold orientation.

092 ACCEPTANCE TESTING (AT)

092-1 General

092-1.1 The Contractor shall ensure that the boat construction has been completed, and all systems have been groomed to verify they perform as intended before Acceptance Testing (AT) is conducted.

092-1.2 During AT, the boat shall remain under the control of the Contractor. The Contractor shall ensure that the boat and all equipment is operated in a safe manner in accordance with OEM-recommended practices and shall assume responsibility for all operations.

092-1.3 The Contractor shall furnish all material, fuel, labor, power, equipment, instruments, and the expertise necessary for these AT.

092-1.4 The USCG will observe AT. The Contractor may limit the number of USCG representatives onboard the boat during underway testing.

092-1.5 If damage to any component or system occurs during or after any testing, and prior to acceptance of the boat, the damage shall be repaired by the Contractor and previously completed tests of the component or system damaged shall be repeated.

092-1.6 Unless otherwise agreed to by the USCG, ATs shall be conducted at the Contractor facility.

092-1.7 The Contractor shall document result of the testing and provide a copy to the

USCG.

092-1.8 The Contractor shall have available USCG Type II or Type III personal floatation devices (PFDs) for all personnel while underway.

092-1.9 Prior to getting underway, the Contractor shall notify the local USCG sector via VHF-FM radio with identification number, number of personnel onboard, planned area of operations, and estimated time of return. The Contractor shall be notified by the USCG sector upon mooring.

092-2 Administration and Conduct

092-2.1 The Contractor shall notify the USCG in writing with the date, time, and ATs location. Notification shall be given during normal working hours (Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1600) no less than five days prior to the events.

092-2.2 Test Documentation

092-2.2.1 The Contractor shall prepare the following documentation in support of the AT program:

092-2.2.2 AT Procedures – The Contractor shall prepare AT Procedures for each test to be conducted. A list of AT procedures shall be provided. The

Contractor shall identify industry standard tests to be included in addition to those identified in the SOW. The procedures shall describe the test and include a description of how the boat will be operated during the test/inspection, and any test limitations imposed. The AT procedure shall include all pass/fail criteria, a list of testing equipment, performance data to be recorded, step-by-step operations to obtain the required data. ATs shall not be conducted until the AT Procedures are accepted by the USCG.

092-2.2.3 AT Reports – The AT Reports shall document the conduct of the test.

The report shall include records of any measurements or data taken during the testing, identify any deficiencies, describe the corrective actions to be taken, indicate the test has passed the criteria, and has been signed by the Contractor administering the AT and the USCG, if present. The AT report can be an annotated AT test plan, documenting the results of each test.

092-3 Testing

092-3.1 Pre-Acceptance Walk Through Inspection

092-3.1.1 The Contractor shall demonstrate the boat’s compliance to the Specification. As part of the demonstration, the Contractor shall conduct a walkthrough of the boat with the USCG to point out Specification compliance. The Contractor shall provide two hours to allow USCG to inspect the boat and have a representative available to activate systems and to answer questions. The Contractor shall have the boat out of the water in an area that is covered from the weather and accessible for the inspection. Any discrepancies identified shall be corrected and may be re-verified by the USCG before acceptance.

092-3.2 Start-Up Procedures – The Contractor shall demonstrate and perform start-up procedures while the boat is at the dock before getting underway.

092-3.3 Full Power and Endurance Test – The boat shall undergo a full power and endurance test. Full power shall be demonstrated for 30 minutes. The endurance test shall be performed at varying speeds at or above the cruising speed for at least one hour. During this test the Contractor shall demonstrate that all parts of the propulsion system, as well as all other equipment and systems, are in satisfactory operating condition. The Contractor shall conduct inspections to verify that there are no leaks in any piping system. The Contractor shall record readings on all gauges and meters in 10-minute intervals. This test shall not precede any required engine break-in requirements.

092-3.4 Speed Test – The Contractor shall undergo speed trials to demonstrate the boat will achieve the full speed. OEM-required break in periods shall be conducted prior to speed tests. The speed tests shall be comprised of two runs, in opposite directions over a one nautical mile course, at a minimum, with the speeds for the two runs averaged. The Contractor shall record readings on all gauges and meters for each run. The boat shall be in performance weight condition for the speed trials.

092-3.5 Steering Test – The satisfactory operation of the steering system and stability of the boat during turns shall be demonstrated. Test runs shall be made at cruising and full speed.

092-3.6 Range Verification – The Contractor shall provide verification that the boat will achieve the range requirement.

092-3.7 Maneuvering Testing – The Contractor shall conduct testing to demonstrate the boat meets the USCG operating maneuverer requirements.

092-3.8 Post-Underway Maintenance – The Contractor shall perform post-underway shut-down procedures and checks in accordance with the BIB.

092-3.9 Scale Weighing – A scale weighing shall be conducted at the defined Lightship Condition. The Contractor shall include in the scale weighing report the procedure used to determine Lightship Weight. The scale weighing shall use a minimum of two lift points or load cells. The as-built Longitudinal Center of Gravity (LCG) shall be calculated from the scale weighing.