Attachment J-1 YON Requirements Matrix.xls
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This is a Request for Proposal issued by the Naval Sea Systems Command to construct and deliver up to six Yard Oiler, Non-Self Propelled fuel oil barges. The RFP seeks proposals for the barges, associated technical data packages, vendor recommended spare parts, crew familiarization services, and packaging and delivery to various worldwide locations. The procurement is set aside as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 336611. Interested parties should email any questions to the points of contact by the dates specified in Section L for proposal submission instructions.
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| ATTACHMENT J-1 | ||
| YON (Double Hull Fuel Oil Barge) - Requirements Matrix | ||
| ITEM NO. | Description | APPROACH TO SATISFYING, MODIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (Please be specific – Provide enclosures if additional space is required. List OEM make and model number for all parts specified.) |
| 04110 | Configuration management shall be implemented consistent with Section 5 of EIA 649-B Configuration Management Standard. | |
| 04500 | Steel surfaces shall be protected from corrosion during exterior construction. | |
| 07000.01 | The double hull fuel oil barge (YON) shall be constructed of steel, and designed to transport and store a minimum of 1,100 cubic meters (6,900 barrels; 289,800 gallons) of fuel at 95% capacity using four separate cargo tanks. The volume of the smallest cargo tank shall be within ten (10) percent of the volume of the largest cargo tank. The barge shall have a maximum full load draft of 2.44 meters (8 feet). The barge shall have a maximum length overall (LOA) of 54.9 meters (180 feet) and a maximum beam of 13.7 meters (45 feet). The cargo system shall be suitable for transferring and storing Naval distillate (F-76), aviation fuel (JP-5), and Diesel Fuel Marine (DFM) but not multiple products simultaneously. The cargo system shall be configured to take suction from cargo tanks or an external source for discharge to an external recipient. The fuel transfer system including the cargo pump and piping shall have a 132 L/s (3,000 BBLs/hr) minimum flow rate. Contractor shall survey craft to determine packaging and towing equipment necessary for safe shipping and shall provide all necessary packaging and towing equipment. | |
| 07000.02 | A watertight cofferdam (void) shall be installed to separate the operator's enclosure and the engine enclosure from the cargo tanks and main deck by a minimum of twenty-four (24) inches. Eighteen (18) inch diameter access holes shall be installed port and starboard for access to the cofferdam. The access holes shall have bolted watertight steel covers. No machinery, electronics, or other equipment shall be installed in the cofferdam. | |
| 07000.03 | A two (2) compartment weather-tight deckhouse sized to accommodate an operator's enclosure and an engine enclosure shall be constructed above the aft rake section of the barge, aft of the cargo tanks. | |
| 07000.04 | The operator's enclosure shall house the barge system gauge panel, power and alarm panels, and the engine operating controls and gauges. The operator's enclosure shall be positioned to allow for an unobstructed view of the cargo tank deck area forward. The operator's enclosure shall have noise insulation sufficient to maintain the noise level below 78 dBA for all operating conditions. | |
| 07000.05 | The engine enclosure shall contain the cargo pump diesel engine, the diesel generator set, any other required support systems, and sufficient space to allow for ease of maintenance and repair to be performed on the engines. | |
| 07000.06 | The barge shall be suitable for operation in climates with average dry bulb temperatures ranging from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to 90 degrees Fahrenheit and average humidity ranging from 40 percent to 90 percent. | |
| 07000.07 | The barge shall have a commercial design that has demonstrated proven performance in commercial industry or Government applications similar to the requirements of this procurement. | |
| 07000.08 | The barge shall be designed for unrestricted service on Oceans, the Great Lakes, and Exposed Waters. The barge shall be capable of being towed or pushed by either a standard commercial harbor tugboat or a standard large commercial pusher boat while the barge is unmanned. | |
| 07000.09 | All construction materials shall be marine grade and resistant to corrosion and UV degradation. Wood and other hygroscopic or biodegradable materials shall not be used as building materials for the craft. | |
| 07000.10 | The barge shall be designed and constructed in accordance with applicable requirements for ocean service set by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Rules for Building and Classing Steel Barges, ABS Rules for Building and Classing Marine Vessels, and the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Subdivision and stability shall comply with Annex I of MARPOL 73/78. The barge shall have a double hull structural arrangement and shall be suitable for unmanned oceans service. The barge shall have a double hull structural arrangement and shall be classed Maltese cross ✠A1, Fuel Oil Tank Barge, unmanned oceans service by ABS. | |
| 07000.11 | The Contractor shall send the Builder's Trials report to the Government within fourteen (14) days following completion of Builder's Trials and the Builder's Trials report shall be made available to the Government at Acceptance Trials. Completion of Builder's Trials and correction of discrepancies identified during Builder's Trials is a prerequisite to Acceptance Trials. | |
| 07000.12 | An ABS Interim Class Certificate shall be provided with the craft. The ABS Certificate of Classification shall be provided within 14 days of receipt from ABS. | |
| 07000.13 | An International Tonnage Certificate, in accordance with the requirements of 46 CFR Part 69, shall be provided with the craft. | |
| 07000.14 | If required for transit to destination, a Panama Canal Tonnage Certificate shall be obtained and provided with the craft. | |
| 07000.15 | The Contractor shall perform a stability test in accordance with 46 CFR Part 170 Subpart F. Craft intact and damage stability shall be compliant with 46 CFR Part 170 for unrestricted unmanned oceans service. The stability calculations/report shall be approved by the Government and shall be provided in both hard copy and digital (PDF) formats. The barge, in all operational and load conditions as specified in the accepted weight estimate, shall not have a list exceeding 0.25 degrees, port or starboard, and the trim shall not exceed 0-0.15 m (0.5 ft.) forward or aft. | |
| 07500 | Fasteners installed throughout the craft shall be stainless steel type 316 (UNS S31600) or type 316L (UNS 31603). Fasteners installed in the bilge or in other areas where stagnant water is likely to occur shall be hot-dipped galvanized steel. Threaded fasteners, when installed and tightened, shall protrude a distance of between one and nine threads beyond the top of the nut or plastic insert. Removable pins used for securing parts and equipment shall be secured with a lanyard to prevent loss. | |
| 07800.01 | All hull structural materials and welding shall be in accordance with ABS Rules for Materials and Welding. The Contractor shall perform non-destructive testing of hull welds under the guidance of ABS Guide for Nondestructive Inspection of Hull Welds, to the satisfaction of the Government. | |
| 07800.02 | Materials or equipment which contain or utilize chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) or any Class 1 Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) shall not be used. Neither the barge nor anything installed on the barge shall contain asbestos or Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB). All interior and exterior paint shall be free from lead and organic tin (TBT) compounds. | |
| 07800.03 | Materials and equipment shall be properly selected and installed to minimize corrosion due to contact between dissimilar metals. Mating of dissimilar metals shall be avoided wherever possible. When mating of dissimilar metals is unavoidable, a bimetal or durable non-conductive and non-absorbent galvanic barrier (e.g. hard neoprene) shall be installed between the dissimilar metals to reduce galvanic corrosion. | |
| 08022 | The craft design shall account for human elements. The human role in operating and supporting the craft shall be addressed at all system levels. Human engineering principles shall be applied to the physical craft design, system and equipment selection, control consoles and operating stations. Switches, levers, pushbuttons, and/or equipment start mechanisms shall be located to prevent the possibility of accidental physical damage and inadvertent activation. ASTM F1166 contains reference data for human engineering and may be used where applicable. | |
| 08500.01 | The Contractor shall provide a complete Technical Data Package (TDP) with all information necessary for proper evaluation, acceptance, operations, support, maintenance, and repair of the craft. The TDP shall include Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) manuals, as-built construction drawings, in hard copy and digital (both DWG and PDF) formats, and technical information essential for repairs and supply support shall be provided (i.e., operation and maintenance information and parts lists/ illustrations). | |
| 08500.02 | The Contractor shall provide as-built construction drawings in hard copy and CAD format. Hard copy of drawings shall be bound with a durable cover. Drawings shall include: arrangements, mechanical systems drawings, docking drawings, electrical diagrams/schematics, and electrical load calculations. Drawings shall be prepared in accordance with ASME Y14.100 series. All ABS approved and stamped drawings are to be provided as well as copies of all ABS certifications and test reports. The Contractor shall provide copies of all communications with ABS upon Government request. Electronics drawings shall depict cable/wire designations, point to point wiring diagrams or run sheets, pin-out tables for all connectors, and material lists. Drawings shall contain or be cross-referenced to a master parts list with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part numbers. One complete draft copy of all drawings shall be provided thirty (30) days prior to Acceptance Trials (concurrent with the notification of readiness to conduct Acceptance Trials). (A PDF file is acceptable for this first draft copy.) One final copy shall be provided at Acceptance Trials. Two additional final copies shall be provided with each craft delivery. | |
| 08500.03 | Unless otherwise noted, all drawings and technical manuals shall be provided in both hard copy and reproducible format via DWG and PDF, latest version, on CD or DVD. | |
| 08500.04 | The Contractor shall prepare all technical documentation necessary for the construction, installation, maintenance, test, and repair of the barge and its systems and equipment. | |
| 08600.01 | The Contractor shall prepare Commercial off the shelf (COTS) operation and maintenance technical manuals and supplemental data (if required) for all equipment and components. Supplemental data shall be added and properly identified to overcome any technical manual deficiencies. | |
| 08600.02 | COTS operation and maintenance manuals shall be in sufficient depth for operation and maintenance of the equipment without the services of a manufacturer’s representative. Manuals shall include all information necessary to operate the equipment and perform onboard maintenance, including start-up, shutdown, and alignment procedures for the barge. The technical manuals shall include an Illustrated Parts Breakdown, configuration drawings, repair and maintenance parts lists for all equipment. Each technical manual shall be clearly marked as to the equipment model, serial number and barge applicability. The Contractor shall provide a listing of all technical manuals. Where practical, Original Equipment Manufacturer's operating manuals and technical documentation for machinery and electronic components shall be utilized as an integral part of the technical manual library. One complete draft copy of the COTS manuals is due 30 days prior to the date for Acceptance Trials on the barge. (A PDF file is acceptable for this first draft copy.) One final copy is due at Acceptance Trials. Two final copies are due with each craft delivery. | |
| 08600.03 | The Contractor shall prepare a Craft Information Book (CIB) to serve as the primary intrasystem and intersystem technical publication covering installation, operation, maintenance and repair of barge systems and equipment. The CIB shall include installation, operation, maintenance and repair of all barge systems and equipment, including but not limited to, mechanical, piping, electrical, and electronics systems and equipment. The CIB shall also include sounding tables and electrical schematics. The CIB shall provide a thorough understanding of all equipment on the barge, their intended functions, operations, and limitations, together with intrasystem and intersystem capabilities and limitations. A listing of all craft technical manuals shall be included in the CIB. | |
| 08600.04 | The CIB shall be provided in both hard copy and in Adobe PDF format on CD or DVD. The hard copy of the CIB shall be provided in a durable three ring binder. The Contractor shall provide one (1) complete preliminary CIB sixty (60) days prior to Acceptance Trials. (A PDF file is acceptable for this first draft copy.) The Contractor shall provide one (1) revised CIB at Acceptance Trials, which shall include updates incorporating comments received by the Government. The Contractor shall provide two (2) final CIBs with each craft delivery. | |
| 09400.01 | The Contractor shall perform Builder's Trials (BT) to demonstrate the successful operation of all craft equipment and systems, that the craft meets all contract requirements, and that the craft is ready for Acceptance Trials. SNAME T&R Bulletin 3-39, Guide for Shop and Installation Tests, as applicable for this craft, shall be used as a guide for demonstrating equipment operation and for testing system operation. Airborne noise and vibration surveys shall be performed during Builder's Trials for the craft. All noise and vibration surveys shall be performed with the cargo pump diesel engine and the diesel generator set at Maximum Continuous Rating and all ventilation systems and equipment in normal operation. The Contractor shall provide all materials, tools, equipment, instrumentation, fuel, fluids, power, and qualified personnel to conduct Builder's Trials. | |
| 09400.02 | The Contractor shall send Builder's Trials schedule notification to the Government at least thirty (30) days prior to Builder's Trials. Builder's Trials shall be witnessed by the Government and/or the Government Representatives at the discretion of the Government. The Contractor shall send the Builder's Trials report to the Government within fourteen (14) days following completion of Builder's Trials and the Builder's Trials report shall be made available to the Government at Acceptance Trials. Completion of Builder's Trials and correction of discrepancies identified during Builder's Trials is a prerequisite to Acceptance Trials. | |
| 09400.03 | The Contractor shall perform Acceptance Trials and shall demonstrate: a) all systems have been satisfactorily tested in accordance with USCG and ABS regulatory requirements and the commercial marine standards specified in this document; b) the craft is reasonably clean and free of trash and other industrial debris; c) the craft, including all data, is in all respects ready for delivery, except for final cleaning and preparation for shipment; and d) all equipment, machinery, components and systems can be safely operated to full capacity under full load operating conditions. | |
| 09400.04 | The Contractor shall conduct Acceptance Trials using SNAME T&R Bulletin 3-39, Guide for Shop and Installation Tests, as applicable to this craft, as a guide for demonstrating equipment operation and for testing system operation. Underway airborne noise and vibration surveys shall be performed during Acceptance Trials for the craft. All noise and vibration surveys shall be performed with the cargo pump diesel engine and the diesel generator set at Maximum Continuous Rating and all Ventilation systems and equipment in normal operation. The Contractor shall provide all materials, tools, equipment, instrumentation, fuel, fluids, power, and qualified personnel to conduct Acceptance Trials. | |
| 09400.05 | The trials shall be conducted by the Contractor and witnessed by Government representatives, who shall include Program Office representatives and President, Board of Inspection and Survey (PRESINSURV) representatives and might include Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP) representatives. The Contractor shall schedule the Acceptance Trials date to accommodate the schedules of both the Program Office and PRESINSURV. The Contractor shall provide an estimated date for Acceptance Trials six (6) months prior to the scheduled Acceptance Trials date. The Contractor shall notify the Government immediately of any change in the estimated Acceptance Trials date. To meet contract delivery dates, it is recommended that the Contractor schedule Acceptance Trials no later than eight (8) weeks prior to the contracted delivery date to allow sufficient time for required evolutions (i.e. Acceptance Trials discrepancies corrections, shipping, and receipt at destination). The Contractor shall provide notice of readiness for Acceptance Trials and a copy of the preliminary Acceptance Trials agenda/test plan at least thirty (30) days prior to Acceptance Trials. Final agenda shall be provided to the Government fourteen (14) days prior to Acceptance Trials. The Government reserves the right to approve or disapprove the Acceptance Trials agenda. | |
| 09400.06 | Note: The Contractor shall ensure the barge is complete, fully operational, and ready for presentation to the Government prior to the Acceptance Trials date. This includes all hardware installed and drawings, technical manuals, and all previous test data complete and available. See 52.246-2 INSPECTION OF SUPPLIES--FIXED PRICE (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION) for potential Contractor liabilities if the Contractor cannot satisfactorily conduct Acceptance Trials after arrival of the Government Acceptance Trials team at the Contractor's facility. Satisfactory completion of Acceptance Trials is a condition for acceptance of the craft by the Government. | |
| 09400.07 | The interior of the cargo tanks and the cargo fuel piping shall be wiped and air dried following Acceptance Trials. Blanks shall be installed on all cargo discharge header connections. | |
| 09600 | The Contractor shall provide weight reports in accordance with ABS requirements. Weight reports shall include Light Ship (Condition A), and Full Load (Condition D) conditions. | |
| 09700 | The Contractor shall perform an inclining experiment prior to builder’s trials on the craft constructed under this contract. The inclining experiment shall be performed in accordance with Regulatory Body requirements and ASTM F1321, “Standard guide for Conducting a Stability Test to Determine the Light Ship Displacement and Centers of Gravity of a Vessel”. | |
| GROUP 10000 - HULL/DECK/DECKHOUSE EQUIPMENT | ||
| 10000.01 | The barge structure, including interior nonstructural bulkheads, shall have a design service life of 40 years. The approach for meeting this design objective shall be a combination of appropriate sizing of scantlings to include a corrosion allowance and effective corrosion prevention systems. | |
| 10000.02 | All structural and main framing elements shall be designed and constructed of steel in accordance with ABS Rules. All hull structural materials shall be in accordance with ABS Rules for Materials and Welding Part 2, Chapter 1, Section 2 - Ordinary-strength Hull Structural Steel. | |
| 10000.03 | Limber holes shall be installed throughout the vessel to allow complete drainage of water to the bilge. | |
| 11400 | The barge shall incorporate dual skegs. | |
| 16712.01 | Two (2) manholes with raised eighteen inch by twenty-four inch (18" x 24") steel hatches shall be installed over each void (one port and one starboard) including the rake compartments, and over each cargo tank for access to below deck. Manholes for cargo tanks and voids shall be in opposite foreward and aft locations. Manholes for the rake compartments shall be in opposite port and starboard locations. Manhole covers/hatches shall be watertight, hinged, and shall have four (4) dogs. One (1) of the hatches over each cargo tank shall have hinged and dogged ullage hatches. | |
| 16712.02 | A raised 91.44 cm (36 in) by 106.68 cm (42 in) clear opening, watertight steel hatch shall be installed over the forward rope locker for loading and unloading large items into the compartment. The hatch shall be located near centerline. The hatch shall be raised a minimum of twenty-three and a half (23.5) inches above the deck. The hatch shall be hinged and dogged. The hinge shall be fitted with a positive open position locking mechanism that requires manual manipulation to unlock the hinge. Handles shall be installed on the hatch, opposite the hinged side. | |
| 16712.03 | Gaskets shall be installed on all hatches, manhole covers, and doors. Gaskets on hatches and manhole covers shall be neoprene. Gaskets on doors shall be neoprene or silicone. Silicone gaskets shall be Class 3B (tear and flex-resistant), 30 durometer, per Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-59588. Gaskets shall be retained by the hatch, cover, or door when the device is opened. Gaskets shall be one continuous length and shall be installed with an adhesive compatible with the gasket material. Contact surfaces of gaskets shall be smooth, free of cracks and gouges, and shall be completely free of paint. | |
| 16812 | Three hinged quick-acting watertight steel doors shall be installed on the deckhouse: One door shall be installed on the exterior of the deckhouse leading into the operator's enclosure; one door shall be installed on the exterior of the deckhouse leading into the engine enclosure; and one door shall be installed within the deckhouse, leading from the engine enclosure to the operator's enclosure. Doors shall be ABS grade. The door leading from the engine enclosure to the operator's enclosure shall open (swing) into the operator's enclosure. Doors shall not be installed on the forward bulkhead of the deckhouse and shall be installed as far as possible from hazardous locations. All doors shall have hold back mechanisms and backstops. The exterior doors shall have locks. The exterior engine enclosure door shall permit removal of the largest piece of equipment from the deckhouse. | |
| 17110 | Rigging masts shall be installed for displaying day shapes/signals in accordance with USCG regulations and COLREGS. | |
| 19200 | Tank testing shall be accomplished in accordance with ABS Rules. | |
| GROUP 20000 - PROPULSION PLANT | ||
| 20200 | Diesel engine instrument readouts shall be located in both the operator's enclosure and engine enclosure. A diesel engine alarm system shall also be provided in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. | |
| 26100 | A steel diesel fuel service tank having a minimum capacity of 1,135 liters (300 US gallons) shall be installed for the cargo pump diesel engine and the generator set. The tank shall be external to the deckhouse and shall be fitted with a filling port, fuel level indicator, vent, bolted access for cleaning, and a valved low point drain with a threaded metal cap and retaining chain. A removable 30 mesh stainless steel flame arrester shall be installed in the vent. The tank design shall prevent accumulation of water on the tank surfaces. The fuel level indicator shall penetrate the tank at the top only. The gauge for the fuel level indicator shall be installed either locally or within the operator's enclosure. The tank shall be mounted to allow free air circulation around all sides of the tank. The tank shall be pressure tested to five (5) psi. The suction and return lines shall enter the tank at the top. The suction line shall extend to between one (1) and three (3) inches from the tank bottom. The filling port shall be two (2) inch diameter. A cap shall be provided for the filling port. | |
| 26110.01 | Fuel shutoff valves shall be installed in the fuel supply line at the cargo pump diesel engine and at the generator set. Fuel shutoff valves shall be installed in both the fuel supply and fuel return lines at the diesel fuel service tank. Fuel shutoff valves in the diesel fuel service lines shall be ball or globe type. | |
| 26110.02 | Diesel fuel service lines located within twelve (12) inches of a battery or above the horizontal plane of the battery top surface, as installed, shall be shielded with dielectric material. | |
| 26110.03 | Flexible fuel hose shall be installed to connect the cargo pump diesel engine and the generator set to the fixed fuel lines from the diesel fuel service tank. Flexible fuel hose shall be US Coast Guard Type A1 and shall meet the requirements of SAE J1527, Marine Fuel Hoses. Flexible fuel hose shall be no longer than thirty (30) inches and shall be tagged with the test pressure and the date of testing or date of manufacture. | |
| 26130.01 | A manifolded duplex primary fuel filter/water separator shall be installed for the cargo pump diesel engine. The separator shall have the ability to isolate one filter at a time for servicing, even during engine operation. The separator shall be UL Marine Listed and USCG Accepted for use aboard inspected vessels. The separator size and the filter element micron rating shall be selected according to the cargo pump diesel engine manufacturer's recommendations. The separator shall be securely mounted on a bracket with the vertical height of the separator outlet lower than the inlet on the engine's fuel pump. A spill box shall be installed below the separator. | |
| 26130.02 | A primary fuel/water separator shall be installed in the fuel supply line to the genset. The separator shall be UL Marine Listed and USCG Accepted for use aboard inspected vessels. The separator size and the filter element micron rating shall be selected according to the genset manufacturer's recommendations. The separator shall be securely mounted on a bracket with the vertical height of the separator outlet lower than the inlet on the genset's fuel pump. A spill box shall be installed below the separator. | |
| GROUP 30000 - ELECTRIC PLANT | ||
| 30000.01 | Craft electrical components and subcomponents shall be suitable for a marine environment and isolated from the marine environment. | |
| 30000.02 | 120 VAC and 24 VDC ungrounded electrical systems shall be designed, installed, and marked in accordance with the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Std 45-2002, Recommended Practice for Electric Installations on Shipboard in addition to ABS Rules. Oil-filled capacitors shall not be used. | |
| 30000.03 | Cargo tanks shall not contain any electrical equipment except for intrinsically safe equipment and submerged cargo pump motors and their associated cable. Voids (including the forward and aft rake compartments and the forward rope locker) shall not have any electrical cable or other electrical equipment except intrinsically safe equipment; explosionproof lighting fixtures; cables supplying intrinsically safe equipment in the voids; marine shipboard cables that supply explosionproof lighting fixtures that are in the voids; through runs of marine shipboard cable; and watertight enclosures with bolted and gasketed covers containing only log devices or float switches for the bilge alarm system. | |
| 30000.04 | The hull or grounding conductors shall not be used as a return circuit. Localized grounded systems (such as for engine starting) may be used where current resulting from a fault condition would not flow through a cargo tank or other hazardous location. Ungrounded distribution systems (both AC and DC), except intrinsically safe circuits, feeding or passing through a hazardous location shall have ground fault monitoring systems capable of continuously monitoring the insulation level to ground and sounding a visual and audible alarm in the operator's enclosure for abnormally low insulation values. The ground fault monitoring system shall be capable of indicating which phase has the ground fault. | |
| 30000.05 | All electrical connections on the weather deck, in voids, or in any other area outside the deckhouse shall be in enclosures approved for Class 1 Division 1 locations with NEMA 4X or IP66 ratings. Junction boxes shall be explosionproof and shall meet the requirements of UL886. Junction box material shall be cast marine brass or copper-free aluminum. | |
| 30000.06 | Continuously energized parts, such as positive battery terminals and both ends of all wire connected thereto, shall be physically protected with boots, or other form of protection that cover all energized surfaces to prevent accidental short circuits. Positive battery terminals shall be protected with boots even when located in battery boxes. | |
| 30000.07 | A battery charging system shall be installed. The battery charging system shall be fully automatic and capable of charging both the house battery bank and the cargo pump diesel engine starting battery bank simultaneously. The charging routine shall be matched to the battery type and equalization mode shall not be activated. | |
| 30000.08 | Isolators shall be installed to prevent damage/feedback between the battery charger, the alternators, the genset, and the battery banks during charging and discharging. | |
| 30300 | An interlock shall be installed to allow power for the barge's 120 VAC system to be supplied by either the diesel generator set or by shore power but not both simulateously. | |
| 30400.01 | All builder provided electrical systems shall utilize IEEE Std 45-2002 approved, USCG and ABS accepted marine cable with flexible stranded tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM B-33. Cable shall be rated for a minimum of 100 degrees Celsius dry. Cable insulation and jacket shall be oil, abrasion, and sunlight resistant. All electrical cable outside of the deckhouse shall be armored along the entire length of the cable. Single conductor UL1426 wire may be used in enclosures and for jumper wires. Cables shall be clearly labeled at ends using aluminum cable tags or shrink tubing with mechanically applied lettering. All conductors shall be labeled at termination points using sleeving with mechanically applied lettering (exception: color coded engine wire harnesses). Wiring connections and terminals shall be designed specifically for stranded wire. Cable installation methods, physical protection, designation, marking and other characteristics shall conform to the requirements of IEEE Std 45-2002. | |
| 30400.02 | Terminal connections shall be of the ring type, captive spade type, or set screw with pressure plate type. Shanks of terminals shall be covered with sleeves or insulation barriers. Unarmored cable shall not be bent to a radius of less than six (6) times the cable's diameter. Armored cable shall not be bent to a radius of less than eight (8) times the cable's diameter. All cable penetrations through decks and through bulkheads into exterior spaces shall be watertight. Electrical cables and conductors shall be secured by stainless steel supports or stainless steel banding with chafe protection, except in electrical enclosures where plastic tie wraps may be utilized. Chafe protection shall be installed where cables pass through bulkheads, where cables are exposed to damage, and on cable support clamps. All cables running on the main deck and at each tank and void connection shall be covered to protect from possible damage from foot traffic and dropped objects. Cable coverings on the main deck shall be stiff stainless steel or galvanized steel conduit of sufficient strength to prevent damage from foot traffic and dropped objects. | |
| 30500 | Electrical systems shall be marked in accordance with IEEE Std. 45-2002. Identification plates shall be provided on electrical panels showing circuit designation, description of equipment controlled and rating of circuit breaker elements and connected loads. | |
| 31121.01 | A 60 Hz, ungrounded brushless generator set (genset) shall be installed to provide power to the barge's 120 VAC system. The genset shall be sized to supply sufficient power to all barge electrical loads during all operational conditions with an additional twenty percent (20%) margin for growth. The genset prime mover shall be a naturally aspirated four cycle diesel engine. The genset shall be capable of twelve (12) hours of continuous operation. The AC generator shall incorporate automatic voltage regulation capable of maintaining the voltage within 2.5 percent of the rated voltage. The genset prime mover shall have a closed freshwater cooling system filled with a mixture of distilled water and antifreeze according the manufacturer's recommendations. The radiator shall be fan cooled and shall have a protective metal shroud. The genset prime mover shall have glow plugs or an equivalent device for cold weather starting. The genset shall be manually started (as opposed to automatically started based on time, battery charge, or other parameters). The genset shall be capable of being started and stopped from both a local control panel and a remote control panel located in the operator's enclosure. The control panel for the genset shall display engine hours, voltage, engine (coolant) temperature, and oil pressure. The genset shall have automatic shutdowns for low oil pressure and high coolant temperature. The genset shall meet EPA Tier IV emission requirements. | |
| 31121.02 | The genset engine (prime mover) shall be mounted on isolation mounts in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The genset shall be mounted with sufficient clearances to allow a sixteen (16) inch diameter by six (6) inch high drain pan to be inserted and removed in a level position from a space underneath the engine's oil drain plug. If the required clearances cannot be achieved, a fast lube oil change system (including manual or electric pump, hose(s), fittings, and valve) shall be installed to allow the drained engine lube oil to be dispensed from a readily accessible location at least sixteen (16) inches above the deck. | |
| 31300.01 | Three (3) battery banks shall be installed. One (1) battery bank shall be reserved for starting the cargo pump diesel engine. One (1) battery bank shall be reserved for starting the genset. One (1) house battery bank shall be installed. Batteries shall be marine deep-cycle absorbed glass matt (AGM) type. Batteries shall be 24 VDC except the genset starting battery, which may be 12 VDC. Batteries within each battery bank shall be identical (same make, model number, and size). Battery banks for starting engines shall have at least the minimum cold cranking amperage recommended by the engine manufacturer. Heavy duty ignition-protected manual battery isolation/disconnect switches shall be installed for each battery bank, between eight (8) and twenty-four (24) inches from the battery bank. Battery isolation/disconnect switches shall have a minimum continuous rating of 600A and a minimum intermittent rating of 900A (5 minutes). | |
| 31300.02 | Raised steel battery boxes with hinged covers shall be installed for each battery bank. Battery boxes shall be vented directly to the exterior of the deckhouse to prevent accumulation of gasses in the deckhouse during the charging of the batteries. Battery boxes shall have both a low side fresh air intake pipe and a high side air/gas exhaust pipe. The intake and exhaust pipes shall run as vertically as possible (no less than 45 degrees from vertical) upon exiting the battery boxes. On the exterior of the deckhouse, the exhaust pipe shall terminate two (2) inches higher than the intake pipe. Shims shall be installed around the batteries to prevent movement of the batteries in any direction while underway and to allow sufficient air circulation around the batteries. The battery boxes shall be lined with 1/16 inch or thicker sheet lead or a plastic resistant to corrosion from battery electrolyte. Handles shall be installed on the battery box covers. | |
| 31400 | Power for the 24 VDC distribution system shall be provided by a 120 VAC to 24 VDC converter and a 24 VDC house battery bank. | |
| 32100.01 | Shore power shall be configured for 240 Volts, 50 Amp, 60 Hertz input. An indicator light shall be installed on the switchboard to indicate when shore power is available. | |
| 32100.02 | A dry-type encapsulated single phase isolation transformer shall be installed and shall reduce galvanic corrosion by completely isolating the barge’s AC electrical system from the shore power source. The transformer shall have a NEMA 3R metal enclosure and NEMA temperature tolerance class H (130 degrees Celsius) insulation. The isolation transformer shall be mounted vertically within the engine enclosure, a minimum of 0.61 meters (24 inches) above the deck. The isolation transformer shall have a minimum of 4 inches of horizontal and vertical clearance from any obstruction to allow free air flow. | |
| 32111 | A 50 Amp, 125/250 Volts AC, 15.24 m (50 ft) shore power cord with a twist lock shore-side connector shall be installed on the aft exterior bulkhead of the deckhouse. The shore power cable shall be permanently attached on the barge side and shall enter the enclosure from the bottom. | |
| 32123 | A minimum of two (2) 125 VAC 20A duplex electrical receptacles shall be installed in the engine enclosure. A minimum of three (3) 125 VAC duplex electrical receptacles shall be installed in the operator's enclosure. Electrical receptacles shall be marine grade watertight ANSI NEMA straight blade type with IP66 hinged/captive threaded receptacle caps. Electrical receptacles shall not be installed in any location on the barge except for the interior of the deckhouse. Electrical receptacles shall not be installed within three feet of the exterior deckhouse doors. | |
| 32400 | Short circuit and over current protection shall be installed in accordance with IEEE Std 45. 120 VAC and 24 VDC distribution panels shall be separate. Distribution panels shall not be located near exterior doors. Distribution panels shall not be located outside of the deckhouse unless the panels are explosion-proof. Turning off or resetting breakers shall not require the use of tools. Circuit breakers shall be molded case trip-free type meeting the standards of UL 489 including supplement SA. Circuit breakers shall disconnect all ungrounded conductors simultaneously. (Single pole breakers shall not be used.) Circuit breakers shall be calibrated to an ambient temperature between thirty (30) and forty (40) degrees Celsius. The circuit breaker for the genset shall be rated for continuous operation at 100% of its trip rating (i.e. a 100% rated breaker). AC branch circuits serving electrical outlets shall be protected by Class A GFCI breakers within the distribution panel. A minimum of two (2) spare 2-pole breakers shall be provided in each 120 VAC and 24 VDC panel. | |
| 32411 | An AC switchboard shall be installed in the operator's enclosure. The AC switchboard shall include a genset disconnect switch, a power indicator light, an ammeter, a voltmeter, a frequency meter, and a ground detection lamp with test switch. | |
| 33000 | Lighting shall be designed and installed to provide sufficient illumination in all working areas. Lighting in areas outside of the deckhouse shall meet the standards of UL 844. | |
| 33200.01 | Two (2) deck floodlights shall be installed forward and two (2) deck floodlights shall be installed aft to illuminate the deck working areas. Deck floodlights shall be High Pressure Sodium (HPS) type and a minimum of 400 Watts or LED type with equivalent light output. Deck floodlights shall be approved for Class 1, Division 2 hazardous locations, and shall meet the standards of UL 844. Deck floodlights shall have type 316 stainless steel housings and shall have UL 1598A Marine Outside Type Saltwater and IP66 ratings/approvals. Deck floodlights shall be installed as far as possible from cargo tank vent outlets, cargo tank hatches or ullage openings, expansion trunk hatches, cargo pipe flanges, cargo valves, or sounding tubes. Deck floodlights shall not be installed within 5 meters of cargo pressure/vacuum valves. | |
| 33200.02 | Four (4) globe-and-guard type explosionproof bulkhead lights shall be installed around the deckhouse exterior and shall be controllable from two opposite locations. The bulkhead lights shall meet the standards of UL 844 and UL 1598A Marine and shall have IP66 and Marine Outside Type Saltwater approvals. Light switches for exterior deckhouse lights shall be approved for Class I Division 1 hazardous locations, shall meet the standards of UL 894, and shall have IP 66 ratings. | |
| 33200.03 | Two (2) overhead or bulkhead lights shall be installed in the forward rope locker. The lights in the forward rope locker shall be intrinsically safe or explosion proof, shall be approved for Class I Division 1 locations, and shall meet the standards of UL 844 and UL 1598 Marine. Light switches shall be installed adjacent to the vertical ladders in the forward rope locker. Light switches in the forward rope locker shall be approved for Class I Division 1 hazardous locations, shall meet the standards of UL 894, and shall have IP66 ratings. | |
| 33200.04 | One (1) overhead light shall be installed in the operator's enclosure. Two (2) overhead lights shall be installed in the engine enclosure with one light on each side of the cargo pump diesel engine. Overhead lights shall have UL 1598A Marine Outside Type Saltwater and IP66 ratings/approvals. Light switches for operator's enclosure overhead lights shall have IP66 ratings. Light switches shall be located near entryways. The overhead lights within the engine enclosure shall not be on the same branch circuit. | |
| 34211 | The genset exhaust system shall be of stainless steel construction and routed through the top of the deckhouse. Stainless flexible exhaust hose or flexible bellows shall be installed to connect the exhaust piping to the genset exhaust manifold. Fixed-point insulated pipe hangers and exhaust pipe stabilizers shall be installed as necessary and shall allow for expansion of the exhaust system. The location of the exhaust outlet shall be a sufficient distance away from any supply air ventilation to prevent introducing exhaust gas into the air supply system. The open end of the exhaust outlet shall have a counter-weighted hinged rain cap or shall be cut off at approximately 15 degrees past vertical facing aft and three (3) drain slots shall be installed with the engine-side slot edges bent in and the discharge-side slot edges bent out. Exhaust manifolds and piping shall be insulated with fireproof material such that the temperature of exposed parts does not exceed 94 degrees Celsius (200 degrees Fahrenheit). Exhaust insulation shall meet the genset manufacturer's recommendations. All exhaust piping exposed to personnel shall be insulated to prevent burn hazards. A dry type spark-arresting exhaust silencer shall be furnished with the genset and shall be installed at a location that allows for the most effective silencing without degrading engine performance. The silencer shall have a low point sump with a drain plug. The open end of the exhaust outlet shall not be located within 3 meters of cargo tank vent outlets, cargo tank hatches or ullage openings, expansion trunk hatches, cargo pipe flanges, cargo valves, or sounding tubes. The open end of the exhaust outlet shall not be located within 5 meters of cargo pressure/vacuum valves. | |
| GROUP 40000 - COMMAND AND SURVEILLANCE | ||
| 40600.01 | Stainless steel type 316L grounding lug attachments shall be installed at each transfer connection. | |
| 40600.02 | A steel bracket shall be provided for stowage of the grounding cable. The grounding cable stowage bracket shall be located amidships and inboard. | |
| 40600.03 | A 30.5m (100 ft) length grounding cable shall be provided. The grounding cable shall be 4 AWG stranded tinned copper wire with an insulation that is oil, abrasion, and sunlight resistant. The barge side of the grounding cable shall have a tinned copper lug to match the attachment points provided on the barge. The other side of the grounding cable shall be terminated with a tinned copper lug and bolted to a heavy duty copper “C” type grounding clamp. The grounding clamp shall have a manual rotating screw handle for adjustment of the jaw opening. Heavy wall adhesive-lined heat shrink tubing shall be installed to form a tight fit around the terminal barrels and cable ends on both ends of the cable. | |
| 42200 | A navigation light system shall be installed in accordance with the Navigation Rules published in USCG publication COMDINST M16672.2D and in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS). Navigation lights shall not be installed within 3 meters of cargo tank vent outlets, cargo tank hatches or ullage openings, expansion trunk hatches, cargo pipe flanges, cargo valves, or sounding tubes and shall not be installed within 5 meters of cargo pressure/vacuum valves. If the required installation distances from the aforementioned cargo system components cannot be achieved, the navigation lights shall be intrinsically safe or explosion-proof. Navigation lights and their connected batteries shall be capable of a minimum of eighteen (18) hours of continuous operation without recharging. If solar-rechargeable navigation lights are used, the navigation lights shall be capable of operating for a minimum of ten (10) continuous nights without sunlight and the lights shall have photocells to automatically turn on at night. If navigation lights are powered by the house battery bank, a navigation light control panel shall be installed in the operator's enclosure. Stands, masts, and/or shields for navigation lights shall be installed as necessary to meet USCG regulations and COLREGS. | |
| 43600 | A bilge alarm system shall be installed. Bilge alarm sensors shall be installed in all voids and all below deck compartment other than the cargo tanks. The bilge alarm indication shall activate a blue flashing light installed on the forward top exterior of the deckhouse and shall also activate an audible alarm (can be the same audible alarm used for the Tank Level Indicator system). The blue flashing light and the audible alarm shall be approved for Class I Division 2 hazardous locations. The blue flashing light shall meet the standards of UL 844. The blue flashing light and the audible alarm shall have UL 1598A Marine and IP 66 ratings/approvals. Bilge alarm float switches shall be intrinsically safe. | |
| 43720.01 | A tank level indicator (TLI) and alarm system shall be installed. The tank level display and alarm panel shall be mounted in the operator’s enclosure. An amber or red visual warning light for each cargo tank and the common overflow header shall be installed on the alarm panel. A single amber flashing visual warning (strobe) shall be installed on the forward top exterior of the deckhouse to act as a summary alarm. The amber flashing visual warning shall be approved for Class I Division 2 hazardous locations and shall meet the standards of UL 844. The amber flashing visual warning shall have UL 1598A Marine and IP 66 ratings/approvals. | |
| 43720.02 | The TLI system shall be a radar type system with microwave reflection sensors installed in all cargo tanks. Radar sensors shall be FCC approved with no site license required. Radar sensors in cargo tanks shall have a measuring accuracy of +/- 2 mm or better and the measuring interval shall be no greater than 1 second. The radar sensor measuring range shall be sufficient to cover the full depth of the cargo tanks. The installed locations of the radar sensors shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Radar sensors in cargo tanks shall be installed away from bulkheads, piping, ladders, and other obstructions to allow uninterrupted paths for the microwave beams. Piezoelectric vibrating probe sensors shall be installed to detect overflow levels in cargo tanks. The TLI system shall have a digital touchscreen display showing cargo tank volume levels and alarm status. All TLI system components shall be protected from damage. | |
| 43720.03 | Tank level alarms shall be actuated by the cargo tank level gauging system when the tank reaches 95% tank capacity. Additional alarms shall be installed to indicate 75% capacity in the designated overflow tank and to include fuel flow through the overflow/vent header. The alarm system horns shall have suppression capability but alarm lights, in an alarm condition, shall continue to reflect such condition. Cargo tank high level and overfill alarms shall be installed in accordance with ABS Rules. | |
| 43720.04 | Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units shall be installed to protect the Tank Level Indicator (TLI) system when operating on both AC or DC power. The UPS units shall be mounted a minimum of twelve (12) inches above the deck and shall be secured to prevent movement. | |
| GROUP 50000 - MECHANICAL AND AUXILIARY SYSTEMS | ||
| 50000.01 | Craft mechanical components and subcomponents shall be suitable for a marine environment (water/corrosion resistant) and/or protected from the marine environment. Only new, marine grade materials and components shall be used for construction and outfitting. | |
| 50000.02 | Materials and equipment shall be properly selected and installed to minimize corrosion due to contact between dissimilar metals. Mating of dissimilar metals shall be avoided wherever possible. | |
| 50000.03 | All items requiring regular operation or maintenance (e.g. switches, valves, filters, etc . . .) shall be readily accessible. | |
| 50200.01 | A cargo pump diesel engine and associated systems shall be installed in compliance with ABS Rules. The cargo pump diesel engine shall comply with EPA Tier IV emissions requirements. The Contractor shall identify the rating of the engine proposed and shall match the diesel engine characteristics to the cargo pump characteristics. | |
| 50200.02 | The cargo pump diesel engine shall be mounted on isolation mounts in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The cargo pump diesel engine shall be mounted with sufficient clearances to allow a twenty-four (24) inch diameter by seven (7) inch high drain pan to be inserted and removed in a level position from a space underneath the engine's oil drain plug. If the required clearances cannot be achieved, a fast lube oil change system (including manual or electric pump, hose(s), fittings, and valve) shall be installed to allow the drained engine lube oil to be dispensed from a readily accessible location at least sixteen (16) inches above the deck. |
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