Attachment J-1_BSR-SW_System Spec Rev4_RFP.pdf

Border Security Riverine – Shallow Water (BSR-SW) J-1 System Specification

Prepared by:

Forces Rio Grande United States Coast Guard

2611 Vo Tech Drive Weslaco, TX 78596

Attachment J-1

01 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION

01.1 General

01.1.1 This document establishes requirements for the construction, testing, delivery, and logistics support of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Border Security Riverine – Shallow Water (BSR-SW).

01.1.2 The BSR-SW must be a trailerable, shore-based boat with a primary mission of responding to Law Enforcement operations to include Drug Interdiction (DI) and Migrant Interdiction (MI).

40 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

40.1 Warranty

40.1.1 The Contractor shall provide a warranty program that covers all warranty labor, material, parts, shipping, and gas free certifications as required to effect warranty repairs.

40.1.2 The workmanship, performance, and operation of each BSR-SW and all installed systems shall be warranted by the Contractor against any defects or failures for a period from acceptance as shown below.

40.1.2.1 One year of “stem-to-stern,” total boat warranty that includes all equipment, material, and components;

40.1.2.2 One year of total trailer warranty;

40.1.2.3 One year on propulsion systems or 1,000 hours, whichever occurs sooner;

40.1.2.4 One year on material and structural workmanship for hull, decks, other structures, and fuel tanks.

40.1.3 A Contractor warranty action shall be initiated no later than 48 hours after the Contractor has been notified of a warranty claim.

40.1.4 Unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer, all warranty claims shall be resolved within 30 calendar days of submission.

40.1.5 For any warranty claims not expected to be resolved within 30 days of submission, the Contractor shall submit a Warranty Repair Plan prior to the 30-day point that identifies steps, scope, and schedule for resolution.

40.1.6 Warranties shall not be voided if properly trained government personnel effect repairs to meet mission requirements.

40.1.7 All commercial component warranties offered shall be passed through to the USCG, including those that exceed the warranty requirements specified herein.

Warranties that are passed through to the USCG will be managed and monitored by the Contractor.

40.1.7.1 The contractor shall submit all warranty registrations as required by equipment OEMs.

42 BSR-SW OPERATIONS

42.1 Concept of Operations

42.1.1 The BSR-SW is a shore-based boat with a primary mission responding to Law Enforcement operations to include Drug Interdiction (DI), and Migrant Interdiction (MI).

42.1.2 The BSR-SW will be employed in riverine, inland waterway and US Southern Border area environments during daytime and nighttime conditions.

42.1.3 The BSR-SW will generally be stored on the trailer at division office, boat station or Port of Entry (POE) and be towed over the road to be launched and recovered daily from a boat ramp in the vicinity of the required mission.

42.1.4 The BSR-SW shall be the standard boat platform capable of performing missions that require the projection of CG Capabilities in a riverine environment.

42.1.5 Crew and Passengers: The BSR-SW shall be operable with a minimum complement of two (2) – a coxswain, and one (1) crewmember. The typical crew is either four (4) – a coxswain and three (3) law enforcement crew members, or three (3) – a coxswain and three (2) law enforcement crew members.

42.1.5.1 The coxswain is the person responsible for the primary operation of the BSR-SW.

The coxswain’s responsibilities include steering, propulsion controls, course keeping, and overall command of the BSR-SW.

42.1.5.2 The crew assists the coxswain in safe navigation, operating the radios and electronic navigation equipment, surveillance operations, and conducting all mission-related activities.

42.1.6 Law Enforcement & Border Security Mission: The BSR-SW shall be capable of completing the following Law Enforcement (LE) mission tasks, with a qualified crew onboard and operating the vessel:

42.1.6.1 The BSR-SW shall be able to launch and execute patrols within a shallow water riverine environment of variable depth where submerged hazards in the form of rocks, sand and other debris are present. The boat must be able to operate in 4 inches or less of water. The boat shall also be able to operate in water depths up to 10ft.

42.1.6.2 The BSR-SW shall be able to embark and disembark crewmembers and apprehended migrants in a riverine environment without the use of additional safety equipment,

42.1.6.3 The BSR-SW shall be able to operate in a floodplain forest environment, known as a “bosque” which could pose navigational challenges. The boat shall be able to operate within river hyacinth saturated areas.

42.1.6.4 The BSR-SW shall have adequate deck space to launch small Unmanned Aerial System (UAS).

42.1.7 Loading Scenarios: The BSR-SW will be loaded with cargo while trailered and with additional cargo or equivalent passengers when getting underway. For the purposes of design and evaluation, a typical load is as follows, however the loading will vary widely depending on the mission, keeping within the weight limits specified herein.

42.1.7.1 Four (4) crew members at 225lbs per person (200lbs + 25lbs of PPE).

42.1.7.2 Law Enforcement boarding kit (50lbs).

42.1.7.3 One appropriately sized anchor and appropriate ground tackle.

42.1.7.4 One Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) – 50lbs

42.1.8 Personnel and Cargo Transfers: The BSR-SW shall be capable of coming alongside or pushing its bow up against other vessels, marine platforms, and aids to navigation (including buoys and fixed aids) in order to transfer or retrieve personnel and cargo without damaging the boat, other vessels, platforms or aids. Typical transfers for the LE mission include transferring crewmembers, tools, weapons and apprehended personnel.

42.1.9 Maritime Law Enforcement (MLE) Missions: For MLE missions, the BSR-SW will primarily be used to transport boarding team members to other vessels or structures for law enforcement activities or be used to recover contraband and evidence. The BSR-SW shall provide the crew with the capability to reach down in the water and retrieve a person or object with two (2) crewmembers. The BSR-SW shall provide for unassisted self-recovery of able-bodied crewmembers from the water.

45 BSR-SW SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

45.1 Parent Craft Requirements

45.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be a mature, proven design. A parent craft with modifications in material, arrangements, or dimensions could satisfy the requirement of this Specification. The BSR-SW design in terms of the hull form shall be directly traceable, at a minimum, to one boat of the same design, or same family of designs, with a minimum of two years of service.

45.2 Speed and Range

45.2.1 Speed:

45.2.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be capable of sustaining a speed of at least 30 knots in calm water in the Performance Weight Condition. The Performance Weight condition is the weight of the boat, outfit items, full fuel, and 3 crew members.

Crew weights shall be 225 pounds per person comprised of 200 lbs and 25 lbs of Personal Protective Equipment.

45.2.1.2 The BSR-SW shall be capable of attaining a speed of 20 knots against river current flow in the Fully Loaded Weight Condition. The Fully Loaded Weight Condition is the Performance Weight Condition plus one additional crew member (a total of 4 crew members).

45.2.2 Patrol Profile - The BSR-SW shall be capable of sustaining patrols for 6 hours. Patrols will consist of 65% of time running at 20 knots, 25% at 8 knots, 5% at clutch-ahead, and 5% idle.

45.2.3 Range - The BSR-SW shall be capable of performing the patrol profile in calm conditions, starting from the Fully Loaded Weight Condition with a 10% fuel reserve.

45.3 Operating Environment

45.3.1 Employment - The BSR-SW shall be capable of employment at any time day or night, and will be operated in rivers, inland waters, and floodplain forest environments. The BSR-SW and trailer shall be capable of operating in both salt and fresh water. The BSR- SW will generally be stored on the trailer at the unit, outdoors and uncovered.

45.3.2 Sea Height & Winds:

45.3.2.1 The BSR-SW shall have the ability to maneuver to remain upright, maintaining stability, flotation, structural, and watertight integrity in significant wave heights up to 4 feet.

45.3.2.2 The BSR-SW shall have the ability to transit ahead and maneuver to remain upright, maintaining stability, flotation, structural and watertight integrity in significant wave height up to 2 feet.

45.3.2.3 The BSR-SW shall be capable of operating in winds of up to 30 knots.

45.3.2.4 The BSR-SW shall be capable of operating in environments with restricted visibility during both day and night conditions.

45.3.3 Water Temperatures - The BSR-SW shall be capable of being operated continuously in water temperatures ranging from 29 degrees (minimum) to 95 degrees (maximum) Fahrenheit.

45.3.4 Air Temperatures, Storage - The BSR-SW shall be capable of being stowed in air temperatures ranging from 10 degrees (minimum) to 120 degrees (maximum) Fahrenheit.

45.3.5 Air Temperatures, Operate – The BSR-SW shall be capable of being operated continuously in air temperatures ranging from 32 degrees (minimum) to 120 degrees (maximum) Fahrenheit.

45.4 Maneuvering and Seakeeping

45.4.1 The BSR-SW shall be dynamically stable up to the maximum attainable speed, with loading conditions from the Minimum Weight Condition to the Fully Loaded Weight Condition. It shall show no signs of oscillatory or non-oscillatory instabilities such as porpoising, chine walking, high speed roll, or bow steering. Minimum Weight Condition is weight of the boat, outfit items, empty fuel and 2 crew members weighing 200 lbs with an additional 25 lbs of personal protective equipment each.

45.4.2 The BSR-SW shall be safe and controllable up to maximum attainable speed, at loading conditions from Minimum Operating Condition to the Fully Loaded Weight Condition. Safe and controllable operation shall constitute operation where boat orientation, motions, and accelerations do not pose a hazard to the crew or passengers and the required course can be maintained. The BSR-SW shall be capable of completing the Quick Turn Test and Avoidance Line Test outlined in ABYC H-26 Powering of Boats.

45.4.3 The astern performance in calm conditions shall be such that the BSR-SW can be maneuvered in reverse at up to one-third of the rated engine horsepower on a straight course and perform backing turns to port and starboard. No evidence of deck flooding shall be evident under the conditions of this paragraph. During this evolution, the steering mechanisms shall be fully operable from hard left to hard right with no damage or necessity for excessive force by the coxswain.

45.5 Motion and Acceleration Limits

45.5.1 The BSR-SW Structure, equipment, machinery, and outfit shall be operable in, and remain undamaged by, the motions and accelerations resulting from operation in sea states and operating speeds up to the limits defined in the Speed and Range, SOW 45.2, and Operating Environment, SOW 45.3.

45.6 Towing

45.6.1 The BSR-SW shall be capable of towing, in-side tow, another BSR-SW vessel.

45.6.2 The BSR-SW shall be capable of being towed by another vessel.

45.6.3 While towing alongside the BSR-SW shall be stable and capable of maneuvering and maintaining a steady course.

45.7 Damage Control

45.7.1 As a multi-mission USCG asset, the BSR-SW must be capable of operating in a wide range of conditions. The following shall be applicable for the BSR-SW:

45.7.1.1 Flooding: The BSR-SW shall have the ability to identify and withstand flooding caused by component failure, hull damage. Flooding is defined by all internal spaces freely communicated with the sea simultaneously. This includes an alarm system, a bilge system to remove water, and an ability to remain positively buoyant.

45.7.1.2 Fire: The BSR-SW shall have installed portable extinguisher(s) in accordance with J-1 System Specification 555.

45.8 Annual Hours of Operation and Mission Profile

45.8.1 The BSR-SW shall be designed to operate at a planned 2,000 hours per year.

45.9 BSR-SW Construction

45.9.1 The Contractor shall construct the BSR-SW in compliance with the contract requirements. The configuration of all BSR-SW’s shall be the same unless the change implementation is approved otherwise by the Contracting Officer.

45.9.2 Equipment, machinery, and materials shall be suitable for operating in the marine environment.

45.9.3 The Contractor shall comply with all Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) installation instructions of components unless there is a conflict with the BSR-SW contract requirements in which case the Contracting Officer will determine a resolution.

45.9.4 Unless otherwise provided for in the contract requirements, supplies, including material, components, outfit, and machinery installed in the BSR-SW shall be composed of new components procured specifically for the BSR-SW.

45.10 Principal Characteristics

45.10.1 The BSR-SW and trailer shall meet the following principal characteristics:

45.10.1.1 Length, overall (maximum, BSR-SW and trailer system, outboard motor lowered, including appendages and fendering): 22 Feet.

45.10.1.2 Width, overall (maximum, BSR-SW with fendering and trailer system): 8 feet 6 inches;

45.10.1.3 Draft, static (maximum, outboard motor lowered to the operating position in the Fully Loaded Weight Condition): 9 inches on in the stern and 5 inches on the bow (fresh water).

45.10.1.4 Draft (planing) shall not exceed 4 inches.

45.10.1.5 Deadrise shall not exceed 10 inches of deadrise from bottom for stability.

45.10.1.6 Fixed height refers to the system of boat on trailer including with all foldable or retractable elements of the system at their fully extended and upright height. Fixed Height (maximum, on trailer, above ground level): 14 Feet

45.10.1.7 Unfixed height refers to the system of boat on trailer including with all foldable or retractable elements of the system at their minimized, fully collapsed and folded height. Removable sun protection and cable protection does not count towards Unfixed Height. Unfixed Height (maximum, on trailer, above ground level): 9 feet

45.10.1.8 Fixed Height (maximum, afloat, above the waterline): 6 Feet

45.10.1.9 Weight (maximum, Trailered Weight): 2,500 pounds

45.11 General Arrangements

45.11.1 The BSR-SW shall have the deck space configured to allow adequate passage throughout the boat to perform all missions with minimal obstacles and snag hazards.

45.11.2 Able to load and unload the BSR-SW from land, into water at boat ramps, and onto the trailer from the water.

45.11.3 The BSR-SW shall be configured to sustain positive flotation provided in case of hull damage and maintain stability to allow for Person in the Water (PIW) recovery from sides when afloat

45.11.4 The BSR-SW Shall be able to transition from land to water via the trailer on an embankment/ramp grade up to 15 degrees.

45.11.5 The BSR-SW Shall be able to be steadied against riverbanks for personnel embarkation and debarkation.

45.11.6 A Cable bar shall be installed from the bow over the center console to protect the operator and crew from cables or wires hung across the river. Cable protection should be removeable if needed

45.11.7 The BSR-SW shall have a removeable overhead sun protection for all crew member seats including coxswain. Cable Bar and sun protection must be able to both be fitted on boat concurrently.

45.11.8 The BSR-SW shall have three (3) independent seating locations for crewmembers; and one leaning post for the coxswain. Independent seating shall be aligned to the center of the boat, not side by side.

45.11.9 The BSR-SW shall have mesh rigging to secure gear along hull.

45.12 Service Life

45.12.1 The BSR-SW and trailer shall have a service life of no less than 10 years.

45.12.2 The propulsion system equipment shall have a mean time between overhaul (MTBO) of no less than 2,000 hours.

51 ACCESS

51.1 General

51.1.1 The design and arrangement of the BSR-SW shall provide for safe and convenient access to all boat spaces and for safe and convenient serviceability, maintainability, and operability of all controls, systems, machinery and components.

Access shall include physical and visual access for personnel while using tools and equipment while wearing PPE in accordance with ASTM F1166-21, Table 54.

51.1.2 The BSR-SW shall have sufficient accesses to provide for all routine maintenance. Access to compartments containing equipment, machinery, or spare parts shall be provided to facilitate their maintenance and removal with hand tools without disassembling the component. Access shall be arranged to be clear of piping, wireways, ducts, and other obstructions. Routine maintenance done on a daily basis or underway, such as dipsticks, and strainers, shall be located so they are readily accessible to the crew.

51.1.3 The BSR-SW shall have sufficient accesses to provide compartment inspection for damage control while underway without the use of tools.

51.1.4 Access to fuel tanks, fuel hoses, fuel filters, and fittings shall be provided for repair, replacement, and maintenance without removing any permanent structural component.

74 MECHANICAL FASTENERS

74.1 General

74.1.1 All mechanical fasteners shall be made of 316 series stainless steel except as otherwise noted. Where 316 stainless steel mechanical fasteners are not strong enough for the application, higher strength materials may be used when approved by the Contracting Officer. Unique mounting fasteners not made of 316 stainless steel that are provided with OEM equipment may be used when not exposed to saltwater or saltwater spray. 304 series stainless steel fasteners are allowed in certain applications when 1) the fastener is not available in 316 stainless steel and 2) when approved by the Contracting Officer.

74.1.2 No mechanical fasteners shall be directly threaded into aluminum alloys. 316 Stainless steel helical coil inserts or 316 stainless steel pressed-in threaded inserts shall be used when direct threading is required. Inconel is an acceptable substitute for 316 threaded inserts in wet/exterior environments. Aluminum rivet type threaded inserts may be used for deck (cockpit sole) panels.

74.1.3 Direct attachment of alloys containing copper to aluminum is not permitted.

74.1.4 Where nuts will become inaccessible after assembly of the BSR-SW, nuts shall be captured to allow re-assembly and prevent loosening or loss of fasteners due to shock and vibration.

74.1.5 All Contractor supplied nuts shall be self-locking of the plastic insert type or all metal locking nuts of distorted type to prevent loosening of fasteners due to shock and vibration, except for blind applications. Locking adhesives applied to the thread (such as Loctite) that are rated for the application are an acceptable alternative. Self-locking mechanical fasteners shall not be used in blind applications.

74.1.6 All the Contractor installed mechanical fasteners with nuts shall extend past the nut by one thread at a minimum but no more than one diameter of the fastener.

74.1.7 Mechanical fasteners in deck traffic areas shall be flush or rounded (ie:

buttonhead fasteners) to eliminate tripping hazards.

74.1.8 Rivets shall be limited to non-structural applications that would not need to be removed for routine inspections, bilge access, maintenance, or repair of equipment. Rivet material shall be the same as the material it is being installed into.

74.1.9 Threaded fasteners shall be capable of withstanding the intended service environment for their expected life without degradation of dimensions or mechanical properties, loss of preload, or any other design factors that would make it unsuitable for use for the application. Any maintenance required to maintain the corrosion resistance of the fasteners shall be specified. The fastener shall also be capable of withstanding its service environment for its expected life without any unacceptable degradation due to pitting or crevice corrosion that would make it unsuitable for use during the designed life of the application.

75 RELIABILITY AND MAINTAINABILITY

75.1 General

75.1.1 To maximize supportability, equipment and components shall not be a model near the end of its production life unless approved by the Contracting Officer or specifically required by this specification.

75.1.2 Routine maintenance, including engine parts change-out, shall be accomplishable by USCG personnel without the need for specialized OEM training.

76 SAFETY

76.1 Protection of Equipment, Piping and Cabling from Damage

76.1.1 Protective covers or sheathing shall be provided to protect exposed piping, tubing, hoses, electrical, or electronic cables subject to mechanical damage or physical damage by the crew during operations, inspection, and maintenance.

77 MATERIALS

77.1 General

77.1.1 This section specifies the minimum material standards and dissimilar metal restrictions. Material requirements stated in other sections of this contract, which are in excess of the requirements of this section, shall have precedence over the requirements of this section.

77.1.2 Material certifications shall be maintained by the Contractor and available upon request from the Contracting Officer.

77.1.3 The BSR-SW shall be constructed of materials suitable for a marine environment. Particular attention shall be paid to strength, fatigue resistance, impact resistance, ultraviolet light resistance, corrosion resistance, consequences of material failure, and repairability.

77.1.4 The hull shall be constructed as a Monohull High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) with the bottom designed with sufficient reinforcement to withstand rock impacts at 30 knots in the Performance Weight Condition.

77.2 Miscellaneous Requirements

77.2.1 Wood in any form shall not be used.

77.2.2 Materials that contain asbestos and refractory fiber materials (also termed ceramic fiber and aluminum-silica material) shall not be used.

77.2.3 Valves, fittings, and other components containing copper alloys shall not be used, except for electrical wiring or items enclosed within OEM equipment.

77.2.4 Bedding compounds such as polysulfide and polyurethane sealants may be used above and below the waterline. Where waterproof adhesive bonds are required, a polyurethane compound shall be used.

77.2.5 Material containing hexavalent chromium shall not be used.

77.3 Electrolytically Dissimilar Metals and Corrosion Protection

77.3.1 Direct contact of electrolytically dissimilar metals is prohibited. Electrolytic corrosion shall be prevented by insulating dissimilar materials from each other.

77.3.2 Direct contact between aluminum alloys and porous material, pockets, crevices, and joints that can retain moisture is prohibited. Aluminum alloy surfaces intended for contact with porous material shall be coated in accordance with paragraph 631. Joints and crevices shall be sealed with one part polyurethane caulking compound. Pockets too large to be caulked shall be coated.

77.3.3 Graphite (lead) pencils shall not be used to mark uncoated aluminum. Grease pencils and other possible sources of hydrogen contamination shall not be used on aluminum prior to welding.

77.4 Toxic Products and Safety

77.4.1 Paint, insulation, adhesives, or other items containing materials or components that would give off noxious fumes at any temperature below 203 degrees Fahrenheit shall not be installed or applied on hull structural materials. For paints and adhesives, this requirement applies after drying or curing is complete. One-part polyurethane coating systems, caulking, and adhesive materials (moisture-cured or heat-cured) may be used, such as 3M 5200, Sikaflex 291, and Boatlife Life Caulk. Fully-cured two-part coating systems may be used to provide protection from UV radiation and abrasion.

77.5 Mercury Exclusion

77.5.1 The Contractor shall not install equipment containing mercury on the boat.

78 STABILITY AND BUOYANCY

78.1 Trim and List Limits

78.1.1 The BSR-SW shall not trim down by the bow or list more than two degrees in the static condition in the Fully Loaded Weight Condition, assuming cargo is centered on the centerline and personnel are in their designated seats. Ballast shall not be used to achieve this requirement.

78.1.2 The BSR-SW shall not heel more than two degrees relative to the static condition at all speeds when running in calm conditions at the Fully Loaded Weight Condition.

78.2 Operational Requirement for Stability

78.2.1 The Contractor shall incorporate into the stability calculation the following operational requirements for the BSR-SW:

78.2.1.1 Recovering Person in Water - Two crew members will be on board for the recovery operation with both crew members reaching into water (on the same side) to safely retrieve a person in water. For calculations, the weight of a crew member is 225 pounds each, and the weight of the person in the water is 300 pounds. During the recovery operation, the BSR-SW shall be stable, having a positive metacentric height, and the gunwale shall not be submerged. The recovery location on the boat shall be centered around midship, on the side (port or starboard) which generates the largest angle of heel.

86 TECHNICAL MANUALS AND PUBLICATIONS

86.1 OEM Technical Manuals

86.1.1 The Contractor shall supply OEM technical manuals for all the equipment, components, and accessories that make up the boat and trailer in accordance with the requirements of Attachment J-2 “Technical Data Requirements” paragraph 086.2. OEM Technical Manuals shall be delivered in electronic format DVD with each boat.

86.2 Technical Publications

86.2.1 The following technical publications are required to be delivered with each boat:

86.2.1.1 Boat Information Book (BIB). The BIB shall provide a complete description of the vessel's capacities and characteristics, including operating instructions for all systems, equipment, and components installed (to include wiring). System diagrams shall be included to supplement the written description. System working drawings may be used in lieu of the diagrams upon approval of the Contracting Officer.

86.2.1.2 The Contractor shall provide drawings as necessary for use, repair, modification and maintenance of the boat. These drawings shall depict the boat in a manner to make the functionality of systems easily evident and shall depict all components of the boat.

86.2.1.3 Shall provide Master Equipment List, Recommended Spare parts List, List of Special Tools and Long Lead Parts.

88.1 Personnel

88.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be operable by USCG personnel without the introduction of new ratings or specialty skill sets. The BSR-SW shall be operable by personnel with the abilities and skills of USCG boat crew and qualified coxswain who meet the USCG boat crew physical fitness and medical readiness standards.

88.2 Human Factors Engineering (HFE)

88.2.1 At all speeds the BSR-SW shall have a control system allowing for full directional and speed control requiring the coxswain to coordinate no more than two control interfaces.

88.2.2 The Contractor shall eliminate sharp edges and projections that could represent an impalement hazard.

89 QUALITY MANAGEMENT (QM)

89.1 General

89.1.1 The Contractor shall have quality assurance and quality control systems in place to provide QM during the entire contract period and thereby ensure the boat meets all contract requirements.

92 VESSEL TESTING

92.1 Acceptance Inspections and Testing

92.1.1 The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), or another representative designated by the Contracting Officer, will conduct post-delivery inspections and testing, at the designated USCG facility following transportation to verify its condition and operation. The boat builder’s representative may attend the delivery acceptance inspection and testing. The acceptance inspection and testing will include:

92.1.1.1 An inventory of all items shipped with the boat not permanently mounted. The inspection shall follow the shipping inventory list provided by the Contractor prior to shipping.

92.1.1.2 An inspection of all boat systems, equipment, and structures.

92.1.1.3 An inspection of the trailer.

92.1.1.4 Underway trials to operate all system and equipment and to verify the performance of the BSR-SW.

92.1.2 The Coast Guard will provide fuel for the acceptance trials and will trailer the BSR-SW to the launch site and recover it once the trials are complete.

92.1.3 During the trials, the Coast Guard will operate the BSR-SW.

92.1.4 Discrepancies found during the post-delivery inspection shall be corrected by the Contractor prior to acceptance unless otherwise agreed to by the Contracting Officer. If discrepancies require shipment of the boat back to the builders facility, the shipment to and from the builders facility, and associated costs, to execute repairs will be the responsibility of the contractor.

92.1.5 The Contractor shall prepare a form for signature by the receiving unit and the COR after trials are complete documenting the transfer of ownership of the BSR-SW from the Contractor to the Coast Guard.

95 FIRST ARTICLE TESTING

95.1 General

95.1.1 First Article Testing shall be completed for the first boat delivered or when deemed necessary by the government for subsequent deliveries. First Article Testing is intended to allow the government to evaluate the performance, capabilities, design & construction of the vessel and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

95.1.2 First Article Testing shall be completed at the Coast Guard Forces Rio Grande operating Area in the vicinity of Weslaco Texas, on the Rio Grande or at a location mutually agreed upon and similar in nature to the desired operating environment.

95.1.3 First Article Testing shall be completed over no more than seven (7) consecutive working days.

95.1.4 The Coast Guard will provide fuel for the First Article Testing and will trailer the BSR-SW to the launch site and recover it once the trials are complete.

95.1.5 During First Article Testing, the Coast Guard will operate the BSR-SW.

95.1.6 The First Article will be a Propeller version of the boat.

95.1.7 A First Article testing will also occur on the first jet drive version of the boat.

95.1.8 The Contractor shall prepare a form for signature by the receiving unit and the COR after First Article Testing are complete documenting the successful completion of testing.

96 WEIGHT CONTROL, REPORTS, AND SCALE WEIGHING

96.1 Scale Weighing

96.1.1 A scale weighing shall be conducted on the first article and the report provided to the Coast Guard. The weight of the boat, the trailer and the boat trailer combination shall be provided.

100 STRUCTURE

100.1 General

100.1.1 The structure includes the hull bottom, sides, transom, and deck(s) including internal structures (longitudinal stiffeners, keelsons, girders, foundations, transverse frames, bulkheads, etc.) and above deck structures including railings, mast(s), deck lockers, consoles, cabin/superstructure sides and tops, outboard mounts, etc. The structure shall meet requirements as follows:

100.1.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be free of spaces where water from rain or spray can accumulate and be trapped.

100.1.1.2 The coxswain center console shall be weather tight, aligned on the center line of the boat.

100.2 Limber Holes

100.2.1 Limber holes shall be provided in longitudinal and transverse members for bilge drainage; to prevent the accumulation and retention of liquids; and to permit their free flow to drains, scuppers, sumps, and suction pipes. Limber holes in bottom longitudinals shall be located to ensure draining of each bay formed by longitudinals and transverse frames.

100.2.2 Tank design and construction shall prevent the formation of air or gas pockets and provide clear passage for air to escape via vent pipes.

180 FOUNDATIONS AND BRACKETS

180.1 General

180.1.1 Strength and rigidity of foundations shall be suitable to withstand all the design loads and distribute such loads into the structure.

180.1.2 Foundations shall be designed to withstand fatigue throughout the service life of the boat.

180.1.3 Foundations shall contain no pockets which can retain liquids.

180.1.4 Foundations shall be arranged to provide sufficient clearance for servicing and disassembling parts such as pumps, coolers, valves, and electrical/electronic components without dismantling other components.

180.1.5 All foundations shall be designed and constructed so that positive and accurate alignment of equipment and components are maintained.

180.1.6 The rigidity of foundations and supporting structure shall be sufficient to prevent misalignment which would interfere with operation of the machinery and equipment, and to preclude excessive vibratory motion or rocking on the foundation.

200 PROPULSION PLANT

200.1 General

200.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be powered by a single 4-stroke gasoline marine outboard engine. The Contractor shall be capable of outfitting the BSR-SW with either jet or prop driven propulsion plant dependent on the specific request of the individual order. All propellers shall be made of stainless steel approved for both fresh and salt-water service.

The outboard shall be installed in accordance with OEM specifications. The outboard engine shall be certified by the OEM as supportable for the duration of the vessel service life. The OEM Certification of Supportability shall be provided to the Contracting Officer.

200.1.2 The BSR-SW shall be equipped with an emergency engine/propulsion cut-off device in accordance with ABYC A-33 Emergency Engine/Propulsion Cut-Off Device. The device shall be mechanical, employing a physical lanyard that shall be connected to the coxswain and will automatically shut down the engine in the event the coxswain is unexpectedly displaced from the boat. The BSR-SW shall be supplied with two lanyards.

The cut-off device shall be located such that the associated lanyard is not easily caught or entangled in the steering wheel or other objects on the console when properly attached to the bottom of the coxswain’s personal flotation device.

200.1.3 The propulsion system shall have an alternator on the engine sized to recharge all batteries, start and hotel, from a completely discharged state while simultaneously supplying electrical power to all other electrical loads, throughout the entire operating range of the BSR-SW’s outboard.

200.2 Emissions

200.2.1 The marine gasoline outboard engine shall be certified by the OEM that they comply with the exhaust emission regulations of 40 CFR 1045, Control of Emissions from Spark-Ignition Propulsion Marine Engines and Vessels.

200.2.2 The OEM Certification Letter for Emissions Compliance shall be provided to the Contracting Officer.

200.2.3 No request for a national security exemption will be endorsed and no pre-existing exemption will be accepted as a substitute for compliance with the requirements of 40 CFR 1045.

252 PROPULSION CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEMS

252.1 General

252.1.1 The Contractor shall provide and install a propulsion control and monitoring system operable from the helm console which has provisions for starting, stopping, monitoring and controlling the engines.

252.1.2 Controls shall be console mounted for operation by the coxswain and rated for commercial use. Engine controls shall be of the single-lever type.

252.1.3 When a mechanical control system of the engine speed, forward and reverse thrust of the propulsion machinery is installed, it shall be in accordance with ABYC Standard P-14, Mechanical Propulsion Control Systems.

252.1.4 When an electric/electronic control system of the engine speed, forward and reverse thrust of the propulsion machinery is installed, it shall be in accordance with ABYC Standard P-28, Electric / Electronic Control Systems for Propulsion and Steering.

252.2 Propulsion Protection System

252.2.1.1 For the propellor version, raised outboard with hull protection to reduce the probability of damage to the lower unit

252.2.1.2 For the jet driven; outboard jet propulsion engine, position with lower unit at or above keel.

252.3 Instruments and Alarms

252.3.1 The Contractor shall provide and install the following engine gauges (of the nominal dial sizes) and alarms (with visual indicator and tones) indicated below for the engine. An OEM engine panel[s] meeting these requirements may be provided in lieu of separate gauges.

252.3.1.1 Engine RPM;

252.3.1.2 Engine Temperature;

252.3.1.3 High Engine Temperature Visual Indicator with Alarm Tone;

252.3.1.4 Engine Lube Oil Pressure;

252.3.1.5 Engine Low Lube Oil Pressure Visual Indicator with Alarm Tone;

252.3.1.6 Voltmeter;

252.3.1.7 Low voltage/Alternator Output Visual Indicator with Alarm Tone;

252.3.1.8 Engine Hour Meter. One for each engine, capable of accepting user defined offset values in the event of engine or other component replacement.

261 FUEL SYSTEM

261.1 General

261.1.1 The fuel system shall meet the evaporative emissions requirements of 40 CFR 1045.

261.1.2 All tank connections shall be labeled to indicate their function.

261.1.3 All tank connections shall be accessible for maintenance.

261.1.4 The BSR-SW shall have adequate fuel storage to operate for a 6 hour patrol. Patrols will consist of 65% of time running at 20 knots, 25% at 8 knots, 5% at clutch-ahead, and 5% idle.

261.2 Gasoline (For Propulsion Engines)

261.2.1 The gasoline fuel system shall be installed in accordance with: the engine OEM recommendations, ABYC H-2 Ventilation of Boats Using Gasoline and ABYC H-24 Gasoline Fuel Systems.

261.2.2 The BSR-SW shall be fitted with one of more permanently installed gasoline fuel tanks meeting the requirements of ABYC H-24 or 46 CFR 182.

261.2.3 The fuel supply shall include inline gasoline primary filter(s) ahead of the engines with water separation capability and replaceable spin-on filter element(s). Fuel cutoff valves shall be installed on the inlet and exits sides as close as possible to the fuel filter to isolate it to allow filter change out.

261.2.4 The fuel filter assembly shall be located such that the fuel/water separator bowl, and filter element are readily accessible.

261.2.5 The fuel system shall include a means to prime the system and remove air after servicing the fuel filter.

300 ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION

300.1 General

300.1.1 The electrical system design and arrangement shall provide the following performance capabilities:

300.1.1.1 Boat electrical components and subcomponents shall be suitable for a marine environment and isolated from the marine environment. All electrical components shall resist corrosion, maximize longevity, and have sufficient ruggedness to withstand the rigors of use in the operating environment.

300.1.1.2 All enclosure penetrations shall be on the bottom side of the enclosures to prevent drainage into the enclosure and provide cable strain relief.

300.1.1.3 The electrical equipment shall operate simultaneously with electronics equipment without causing interference to any electronic equipment.

300.2 DC Power System

300.2.1 A grounded DC two wire electrical power generation and distribution system shall be provided for propulsion engine starting and DC power distribution. The DC system shall include the electric generating source, storage batteries, distribution panels, associated cabling, and equipment.

300.2.2 The BSR-SW shall have a DC power distribution system that will supply all underway DC electrical loads.

300.2.3 The DC electrical power distribution system shall not use the BSR-SW hull, structure, or engine block to complete any circuit.

304 WIRING AND ELECTRIC CABLE

304.1 Cable Installation and Wiring Methods

304.1.1 Cable conductors within equipment or enclosures shall have sufficient length to facilitate tracing, troubleshooting, and opening and closing of hinged doors to prevent conductor damage. Surplus wire length shall be provided to relieve all tension, to allow for disconnection and servicing, and to permit multiple wires to be fanned at terminal studs.

304.1.2 All cable/wire and connections used on BSR-SW shall be watertight.

304.1.3 Battery cable connections shall be of the hex nut, lock washer type.

304.1.4 Wing nuts shall not be used.

305 ELECTRICAL DESIGNATION AND MARKING

305.1 General

305.1.1 All switches, electrical controls, components, and receptacles in the electrical system shall be marked to identify its function in the electrical system.

305.1.1.1 All switches shall be marked with a placard that describes the function of the switch.

305.1.1.2 All receptacles shall be labeled with the maximum load rating and the voltage.

305.1.1.3 All circuits shall be identified on the circuit breaker panel, if equipped, with the name of the circuit, 310 DC ELECTRIC GENERATING SOURCES

310.1 General

310.1.1 The engine on the BSR-SW shall be provided with a marine grade, engine-driven alternator to supply power for charging the batteries and to supply the electrical distribution system over the expected usage of the BSR-SW.

313 BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING

313.1 General

313.1.1 The BSR-SW shall have at least two separate battery banks, a house battery bank and an engine starting battery bank. A battery bank may consist of one or more individual batteries. The starting battery bank is intended to be used for engine starting but may be used for other loads in an emergency. The house battery bank is intended to be used for all other electric loads on the boat but may be used for engine starting in cold weather or an emergency.

313.1.2 The battery bank disconnects and parallel switches (which may be combined) shall be configured to allow the engines to be started from any of the following sources:

(1) the starting battery bank alone (normal), (2) the house battery bank alone (emergency), or (3) both batteries in parallel.

313.1.3 The battery bank parallel switch and the battery bank disconnect switches shall have protection over their connection terminals and cable terminal ends to prevent accidental contact.

313.2 Batteries

313.2.1 Each battery shall be: in accordance with engine manufacturer recommendations.

313.2.2 Each battery within a battery bank shall be the same size and type.

313.2.3 Batteries shall be installed in a weather-protected compartment.

313.2.4 The engine starting battery shall be sized as follows:

313.2.4.1 The engine starting battery capacity shall meet minimum engine OEM cold cranking specifications for the environmental conditions.

313.2.4.2 The engine starting battery shall have sufficient capacity to start the engine six times without recharging.

320 ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

320.1 Electrical Distribution Panels

320.1.1 If used, breaker panels shall be provided for distribution of power to loads and located inside the console or interior of the boat. The breaker panel degree of enclosure shall suit the environment in which it is installed (IP 67 minimum).

320.1.2 With few exceptions (example - electrical outlets, DC lights), each electrical load shall have a dedicated circuit breaker or fused connection.

320.1.3 If used, all line side connections to circuit breakers shall be made with copper buss (preferred) or daisy chained jumper wire (appropriately sized, common American Wire Gage (AWG) size for all jumpers). All line side connections shall be sized to suit maximum panel load.

320.1.4 If used, the Contractor shall provide two spare circuit breakers in each DC distribution panel. The spare circuit breakers shall be the size most frequently used within the panel.

320.1.5 If used, panels with doors shall have quick-acting opening devices to access breakers.

320.2 Portable Equipment Power Outlets

320.2.1 Each console shall be provided with a marine-grade “cigarette lighter” type accessory outlets, ANSI/SAE J563, with watertight covers for use with portable equipment, rated for 20 amps.

320.2.2 Each console shall be provided with one marine grade, dual-port (USB-A/USB-C) USB charger with watertight cover for use with portable equipment.

332 LIGHTING AND ILLUMINATION

332.1 General

332.2 Navigation Lights

332.2.1 The BSR-SW shall have non-LED navigation lights in accordance with the USCG Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook; International Rules for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (72 COLREGS) Annex I and Inland Navigation Rules Annex I requirements corresponding with underway operations and anchoring. Lights shall carry a USCG approval marking.

332.2.2 Navigation lights shall be provided for “underway” and “at anchor” conditions.

Towing lights shall not be provided.

332.3 Task Lighting

332.3.1 The vessel shall be designed to support safe and effective operations by crews employing night vision devices. All lighting, reflective surfaces, displays, and emissions shall be configured to minimize visual interference when viewed through NVD’s.

400 COMMAND, CONTROL AND COMMUNICATION

404 RADIO FREQUENCY, TRANSMISSION LINES, AND CABLES

404.1 Installation Requirements

404.1.1.1 The operator console shall have space available for the installation of two full-form fixed mount VHF radios.

404.2 Cable Routing

404.2.1 Cables forming parts of different electronic circuits shall be routed in separate wireways whenever possible. Cables shall be routed on the inboard side of beams or other supporting structures to provide additional protection. Cables shall be located so that the maximum number of circuits will be maintained in service in case of casualty to a single area.

410 CONTROL STATIONS AND DATA DISPLAY SYSTEMS

410.1 General

410.1.1 The BSR-SW shall have all controls and gauges in sight of the operator, clearly identifiable, accessible, and operable during daytime and nighttime.

410.1.2 The consoles shall have a scratch-resistant and maintenance-free sheathing/coating to minimize glare from lights and electronics during night operations.

410.2 Location of Controls, Displays, and Equipment

410.2.1 The coxswain console shall be configured such that the propulsion controls, steering wheel, lighting controls, horn, navigation light switch, and the navigation multi-function display are “visible and reachable” from the coxswain position.

410.2.2 Controls and switches shall be located to eliminate the necessity for reaching through the spokes of the steering wheel.

410.3 Helm and Throttle Controls

410.3.1 Feedback on helm and throttle controls shall have no discernible time lag between activation and indication on display.

410.4 Propulsion Monitoring Gauges/Displays

410.4.1 The Contractor shall provide and install propulsion monitoring gauges/displays.

410.4.2 All propulsion monitoring gauges/displays shall be flush mounted.

410.4.3 All propulsion monitoring gauges/displays shall be provided separate from the navigation multi-function display.

436 ELECTRICAL ALARM, SAFETY, AND WARNING SYSTEM

436.1 General

436.1.1 An alarm system(s) shall be installed on the BSR-SW that encompasses all propulsion alarm systems.

505 PIPING, HOSE AND VALVES

505.1 General

505.1.1 Fluids shall be conveyed by pipe or hose as appropriate to the fluid being conveyed and as specified herein.

505.1.2 Piping and hoses shall be run as directly as possible with a minimum number of bends and fittings.

505.2 Valves

505.2.1 Valves shall be suitable for the intended application and shall be located where they are readily accessible for inspection, operation, maintenance, and removal for repair.

505.3 Hose and Hose Assemblies

505.3.1 The Contractor shall install hose and hose assemblies meeting the following requirements:

505.3.1.1 Contractor installed hoses in fuel, lube oil, and hydraulic systems shall have stainless steel crimp-on or re-useable end fittings except when not supported by an

OEM.

505.3.1.2 Hoses in the bilge system shall use hose barbs fittings with two stainless steel hose clamps, per SAE J1942, without the crimped end fittings.

529 BILGE DRAINAGE AND PUMPS

529.1 General

529.1.1 Drainage shall be provided throughout the BSR-SW as required to prevent water pockets in the hull and to provide means to remove water from any compartments that do not drain to a low point in the hull.

529.1.2 Drain plugs shall be installed at low points in all piping systems or equipment that may entrap water, including components and parts of equipment. All drains shall be readily accessible for operation and maintenance. Drain plugs shall be removeable from the interior of the boat.

529.1.3 A minimum of one electric bilge pump shall be provided.

555 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM

555.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers

555.1.1 One portable fire extinguisher shall be provided with mounting bracket.

555.1.2 Fire extinguisher mounting brackets shall be marine type, heavy-duty, made of metal with a corrosion-resistant powder-coated finish, and appropriately sized to the extinguisher.

561 STEERING SYSTEM

561.1 General

561.1.1 The steering system shall be hydraulic meeting the requirements of the outboard engine manufacturer. It shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

561.1.2 The steering system shall be capable of turning the boat at all speeds, all directions, and in all loading conditions.

565 TRIM CONTROL

565.1 General

565.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be provided with trim tabs or other means to control craft trim and heel when traveling at, or near, planing speeds.

581.1 Anchor Bitt/Cleat

581.1.1 The BSR-SW shall be equipped with cleats, sized to accommodate at least one round turn and three figure eights when securing the anchor line. The bitts or cleats shall be located to port and starboard of the bow and shall be affixed with a backing plate.

582 MOORING, TOWING, TIE DOWN, AND CARGO FITTINGS

582.1 General

582.1.1 All towing, cleats, and eyes shall be free of sharp edges that might cause damage to mooring lines or personnel. The working surface of each bitt, cleat, and chock shall be polished to a maximum transverse surface roughness of 0.5 micrometers or less as measured by touch comparator.

582.1.2 All bitts, cleats, chocks, and eyes shall be sized to handle 3/8 inch diameter Double Braided Nylon (DBN) or polyester line. Cleats shall be open base yacht type, which can pass the eye of a finished line.