Draft Work Specification.pdf

NOAA Ship Oscar Elton Sette 19ft RHI Small Boat & Trailer

FY 2025

Work Specification

NOAA Ship Oscar Elton Sette, 19ft RHI Small Boat & Trailer 6/23/2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Scope 3

Basic Items 4

Item 301: 19ft Diesel Outboard RHI Small Boat

1. Scope

1.1. General

1.1.1 Procurement of one 19ft Rigged Hull Inflatable (RHI)

Small Boat to replace the aging small boat, SE-4 HRN1604, on the NOAA Ship Oscar Elton Sette.

1.1.2 Current SE-4 is a Northwind Marine 17’ RIB. Northwind

Marine is no longer a company and the boat no longer has OEM support.

1.1.3 The small boat supports a broad range of scientific

activities, including but not limited to oceanographic instrument deployments/recoveries, dive operations, bottom fish surveys, marine mammal surveys, and multiple levels of small boat operator certification training

1.1.4 The replacement boat will incorporate a diesel outboard engine as a test platform to move the ship away from using gasoline on board

1.1.5 Period of performance: All items completed and delivered within 18 months from contract award notification.

1.1.6 Deliver boat to the below addresses. Arrange delivery

times for each location with COR two business weeks in advance:

A. Marine Operations Center – Pacific Island, ATTN: NOAA SHIP Oscar Elton Sette 1897 Ranger Loop, BLDG 184 Honolulu, HI 96818

1.1.7 Submit requests for ship’s force assistance with testing and delivery through the COR a minimum of four business weeks in advance.

1.1.8 Perform all work in accordance with the requirements and standards outlined in references and this specification.

3. Basic Items

3.1. Item 301: 19ft RHI Small Boat with Diesel Outboard

3.1.5 References

3.1.5.1. American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft

3.1.5.2. NOAA Small Boat Standards and Procedures Manual, 4.2 Edition, January 05, 2024.

3.1.6 Government Furnished Material (GFM)

3.1.6.1. None.

3.1.7 Requirements for Boat

3.1.7.1. Build a 19ft RHI Small Boat Center Console 19-86 with a Diesel Outboard Engine for the NOAA Ship Oscar Sette.

3.1.7.2. Hull

A. Dimensions:

Length (no engine): 19 feet (5.8m) Beam: 8.5 feet (2.6m) or less Draft: 1.5 feet (45cm) or less

B. Deck is to be covered in 3M Safety Walk non-skid to include the center portion of the motor well area in addition to the standard port and starboard coverage already in this spec.

C. Provide a full sized 100% foam collar system with reinforced sheath.

D. Add a double layer of orange marinized polyurethane membrane in the high traffic personnel recovery collar cutouts for increased durability and abrasion protection.

E. Pick Points – Use designed thru-hull braced anchor points for lifting, launching, and recovering the maximum capacity boat weight (or 6,600lbs minimum, whichever is greater) in Beaufort 5 sea state conditions, meeting at least a 6:1 Safety Factor on all lift components.

- Lifting points must be designed for a 4-point bridle: 4 LEG BRIDLE / 2 PLY 2 INCH / NYLON B To B / 2 LEGS X 11' 10"

(TAG FWD) / 2 LEGS X 9' 5" (TAG AFT)/ 1" MASTER LINK / 6"

WRAPPED EYES / PROOF TESTED TO 200% / TAGGED WITH 45 AND 60

DEGREES and 6:1 DESIGN FACTOR

- Lifting hardware must be stamped or documented with appropriate load ratings.

- Lifting points must be positioned on the deck or just above the surface of the deck in locations that maximize deck space, do not pose tripping hazards, allow lifting shackles and straps to lay flat while not in use, and mitigate risks to coxswain and crew while under load.

F. Self-bailing decks with high volume scupper drains.

3.1.7.3. Propulsion

A. Outboard Diesel Engine. 150 HP. Must weigh under 800lbs.

B. Rigging kit designed for the Diesel Outboard Engine.

C. RACOR, or equivalent, filter assembly.

D. Fuel capacity 50 gallons #2 Diesel or better.

E. Integral fuel tank with internal baffles. Access plates for each baffle section to facilitate cleaning of the tank.

F. Fuel stripping pump.

G. Electronic starting system.

H. Electronic and manual emergency stop switch.

I. Hydraulic steering system.

J. Fast Lube Oil Change System (FLOCS) mounted for ease of access in oil changes.

3.1.7.4. Console and Instrumentation

A. Instrumentation panel in console to include: engine tachometer, fuel-level indicator, engine oil temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, battery voltage indicator, and electronic control system capable of reading and resetting engine error codes.

B. Lighted magnetic compass mounted on console.

3.1.7.5. Electrical

A. 12-volt DC battery system with two (2), marine grade, dual purpose, Optima Blue Top (SC34DM) batteries

B. LED Navigation lights as required by COLREGS.

C. 12-volt Horn as required by COLREGS.

D. 12-volt auxiliary receptacle.

E. AIS Transceiver with VHF Interconnect Cable.

F. Transducer with temperature readouts.

G. Chart plotter Sonar Combo with worldwide chart support.

E. VHF Radio with DSC mounted on console, programmed with marine frequencies plus the NOAA channels:

F1 164.0250 MHz F3 165.4875 MHz F2 164.0750 MHz F4 166.0250 MHz

A. Circuit-breaker system to support isolating electronics

3.1.7.6. Equipment and Stowage

A. Outboard Motor Guard/Tow Line Guide

B. Tank holders for up to 8 SCUBA Tanks

C. Stowage space for Danforth-style anchor and 150’ of rode.

D. Danforth-style anchor and 150’ of rode.

E. Weather-resistant cover for the operator console.

F. Fire extinguisher, classed for A, B, and C fires located at console.

G. Initial spare parts package for engine and marine gear in accordance with manufacturer one-year service recommendation.

H. Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon with Category II Mount.

I. Full boat cover for the boat while in the trailer.

J. Small hoisting davit with electric motor and line spool, capable of draining water for its base.

3.1.7.7. Labeling and Marking Systems

A. Label all wiring at terminations and bulkheads with permanent label system.

B. Apply Unit Name and boat hull number to sponson port (left justified) and starboard (right justified) sides. Apply boat hull number to transom. Use three-inch black block lettering. Hull number will be provided by COR.

Example: Oscar Elton Sette 19xx

C. Permanent weatherproof operating instructions on console.

D. Apply the NOAA Emblems, provided by the COR, to the port and starboard side of the console and transom centerline above the hull registration number. The emblem shall be sized to be as large as possible for the available surface area.

E. Clearly mark all gauges, valves, and equipment with hard plastic labels.

3.1.7.8. General

A. Use marine grade materials with corrosion resistant fasteners throughout.

B. In all occurrences, isolate contact of dissimilar metals to prevent galvanic corrosion.

C. Use fire retardant vinylester resin throughout.

D. All equipment shall be installed according to the equipment manufacturer's instructions and requirements.

3.1.7.9. Boat Trailer

A. The trailer must be suitable for saltwater use, with corrosion resistant components, stainless steel hardware, and stainless-steel lug nuts.

B. Trailer frame construction: Aluminum I-beam design

C. Bunks: Four (4) main 3x4 inch bunks (carpeted with channel glide covers) on swivel brackets

D. Trailer weight capacity: 6,100 lb. load capacity

E. Axles: Dual (2) torsion axles

F. Bow winch with strap: Minimum 3,200 lb. capacity winch;

strap webbing with snap hook

G. Bow safety chain: Safety chain from trailer to vessel’s bow eye

H. Trailer tongue stand jack: Minimum 2,500 lb. load capacity; flat base (no wheel)

I. All dissimilar metals fully isolated from contact: Nylon washer, hard plastic separator, or other isolation (e.g., PVC tape barrier, rubber, etc.) must be used in all instances where dissimilar metals (e.g., stainless steel vs aluminum, galvanized steel vs aluminum, etc.) would otherwise be in contact.

3.1.7.10. Testing, Certification and Manuals

A. Ensure all systems are in compliance with USCG regulatory requirements; 33 CFR Chapter I Sub Chapter S, 46 CFR Chapter I Sub Chapters C, J, and T; and ABYC standards.

B. Engine, instrumentation, and boat technical manuals, including three hard copies (ship, port engineer, and small boat engineer) one “PDF” electronic copy for all machinery and equipment installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and overall, including exploded-view diagrams with parts lists and associated National Stock Numbers.

C. Weight-test lifting system to 150% max capacity for the boat and provide certificate documenting results.

D. Cathode test to ensure the small boat is properly zinced and grounded.

E. Pre-delivery builder’s trials of each vessel with letter documenting date, time, and parameters with overall results.

F. Eight-hour boat commissioning, sea trials, and shore-side and underway orientation course for ship’s personnel focusing on maintenance requirements, boat systems, and handling at the delivery location including testing with ship davit.

G. After all training, weigh each boat with a load cell with an accuracy of +/-50 pounds using a shipboard crane or davit.

Provide weight test certificate.

3.1.8 Quality Assurance

3.1.8.5. One-year warranties from the date of boat acceptance.

3.1.9 Delivery

3.1.9.5. Prior to shipping, the boat shall be properly prepared and secured for shipping and then wrapped using a full Transhield fitted cover, shrink wrap, or equivalent material to reduce the risk of damage and exposure to the elements.

3.1.10 Notes

3.1.10.5. Single OXE 150HP, 2.0L, L4 Diesel Outboard- 25" Shaft is known to meet engine requirements (Reference 3.1.7.3.A.).

END OF ITEM