FRC_COR_Section600_Phase_II_A00003.pdf

USCG Fast Response Cutter (FRC) Solicitation HSCG23-15-R-FRCPII

Part III – List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments Section J, Attachment 2: Circular Of Requirements (COR)

Section 600 – Outfit And Furnishings

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 1 Circular of Requirements

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 600. [RFP] OUTFIT

600-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 602. [RFP] HULL DESIGNATION AND MARKING

602-1 [RFP] General 602-2 [RFP] Warning, Operating, and Instruction Plates 602-3 [RFP] Visual Identification 602-4 [RFP] Special Label Plate 602-5 [RFP] Builders Plate 602-6 [RFP] Damage Control Classification and Markings 602-7 [RFP] Miscellaneous Labels and Marking

SECTION 603. [RFP] DRAFT MARKS

603-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 604. [RFP] LOCKS, KEYS, AND TAGS

604-1 [RFP] General 604-2 [RFP] Padlocks 604-3 [RFP] Key Tags 604-4 [RFP] Key Locker

SECTION 605. [RFP] RATPROOFING

605-1 [RFP] General 605-2 [RFP] Detail Requirements

SECTION 611. [RFP] HULL FITTINGS

611-1 [RFP] General 611-2 [RFP] Padeyes 611-3 [RFP] Cleats and Eyebolts 611-4 [RFP] Testing Requirements

SECTION 612. [RFP] LIFELINES AND LIFERAILS

612-1 [RFP] General 612-2 [RFP] Awnings

SECTION 613. [RFP] COVERS, CURTAINS, CANVAS, AND HALYARDS

613-1 [RFP] General 613-2 [RFP] Covers 613-3 [RFP] Curtains 613-4 [RFP] Canvas 613-5 [RFP] Material and Construction 613-6 [RFP] Halyards

SECTION 621. [RFP] NON-STRUCTURAL BULKHEADS AND PARTITIONS

621-1 [RFP] General 621-2 [RFP] Installation

SECTION 622. [RFP] FLOOR PLATES AND GRATINGS

622-1 [RFP] General 622-2 [RFP] Floorplates and Gratings

SECTION 623. [RFP] LADDERS, GRABRODS, AND GANGWAY

623-1 [RFP] General 623-2 [RFP] Ladder Details 623-3 [RFP] Inclined Ladders

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 2 Circular of Requirements

623-4 [RFP] Vertical Ladders 623-5 [RFP] Ladder Rungs 623-6 [RFP] Grabrods 623-7 [RFP] Portable Boarding Ladder 623-8 [RFP] Gangway

SECTION 624. [RFP] NON-STRUCTURAL CLOSURES

624-1 [RFP] General 624-2 [RFP] Joiner Doors

SECTION 625. [RFP] WINDOWS AND PORTLIGHTS

625-1 [RFP] General 625-2 [RFP] Pilothouse Windows 625-3 [RFP] Portlights in Doors 625-4 [RFP] Heated Windows 625-5 [RFP] Window Wipers 625-6 [RFP] Window Washer System 625-7 [RFP] Blackout Covers 625-8 [RFP] Testing Requirements

SECTION 631. [RFP] PAINTING AND COATING

631-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 633. [RFP] CATHODIC PROTECTION

633-1 [RFP] General 633-2 [RFP] Zinc Anodes 633-3 [RFP] Impressed Current Cathodic Protection System 633-4 [RFP] Anodes

SECTION 634. [RFP] DECK COVERING

634-1 [RFP] General 634-2 [RFP] Rubber Matting 634-3 [RFP] Carpet 634-4 [RFP] Interior Deck 634-5 [RFP] Weatherdeck and Ladders

SECTION 635. [RFP] THERMAL INSULATION AND ACOUSTICAL TREATMENT OF

COMPARTMENTS

635-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 637. [RFP] SHEATHING

637-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 640. [RFP] LIVING COMPARTMENTS

640-1 [RFP] General 640-2 [RFP] Berthing Arrangements 640-3 [RFP] Berthing Compartments 640-4 [RFP] Work Station

SECTION 644. [RFP] SANITARY COMPARTMENTS AND FIXTURES

644-1 [RFP] General 644-2 [RFP] Emergency Eye/Face Wash Stations

SECTION 651. [RFP] COMMISSARY COMPARTMENTS

651-1 [RFP] General 651-2 [RFP] Galley and Mess Deck

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 3 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 652. [RFP] MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

652-1 [RFP] General 652-2 [RFP] First Aid Equipment

SECTION 661. [RFP] CLOCKS AND BAROMETER

661-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 663. [RFP] PILOTHOUSE FURNISHINGS

663-1 [RFP] General 663-2 [RFP] Pilothouse Arrangements 663-3 [RFP] Navigation Station 663-4 [RFP] Weapons Station(s)

SECTION 664. [RFP] DAMAGE CONTROL

664-1 [RFP] General 664-2 [RFP] Fire and Salvage Equipment 664-3 [RFP] Damage Control Central 664-4 [RFP] Control and Alarm Panels 664-5 [RFP] Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs) 664-6 [RFP] Shoring Storage

SECTION 665. [RFP] WORKSHOP

665-1 [RFP] General

SECTION 671. [RFP] LOCKERS AND SPECIAL STOWAGES

671-1 [RFP] General 671-2 [RFP] Gasoline Stowage 671-3 [RFP] Law Enforcement (LE) Gear Stowage 671-4 [RFP] Miscellaneous

SECTION 672. [RFP] STOREROOMS

672-1 [RFP] General 672-2 [RFP] Cleaning Gear Locker 672-3 [RFP] Equipment and Repair Parts Storage

SECTION 673. [RFP] DOCKING/SHIPPING CRADLE

673-1 [RFP] General

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 4 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 600. [RFP] OUTFIT

600-1 [RFP] General

600-1.1 [RFP] The FRC shall be designed, constructed, certified and classed to the requirements of the ABS HSNC Guide to meet the classification requirements in COR Section 070. Follow-on sections of the COR identify exceptions or additions to the ABS HSNC Guide requirements.

600-1.2 [RFP] All outfit shall be inspected and tested, as appropriate, prior to installation or loading.

600-1.3 [RFP] All outfit shall be Contractor furnished except for specified Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), to ensure that the FRC is fully outfitted and ready for sea prior to delivery.

600-1.4 [RFP] In addition to other items required by the COR, the outfit item list in Section J, Attachment 11 shall be procured and provided storage.

600-1.4.1 [RFP] The estimated weight of the FRC outfit list is 6,000kg (13,228 lb).

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 5 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 602. [RFP] HULL DESIGNATION AND MARKING

602-1 [RFP] General

602-1.1 [RFP] Markings, label plates, and identification plates shall be provided and installed as required by this and other Sections of the COR and comply with NAVSEA S9AA0-AA-SPN-010/GENSPEC. Label plates shall be 316L CRES.

Paper, plastic or cardboard label plates shall not be used. Label plates shall be located to ensure maximum visibility, and shall not be located where they can be obscured by furniture, pipes, or other fittings. Label plates installed in the weather or areas exposed to sea water shall have the mounting area sealed.

602-1.1.1 [RFP] Label plates shall be mechanically attached.

602-1.2 [RFP] Label plates showing working loads and date of test for weight handling equipment shall be installed on or near each weight handling device or fitting.

602-2 [RFP] Warning, Operating, and Instruction Plates 602-2.1 [RFP] Warning and instruction labels shall be installed for equipment including, but not limited to, the following:

602-2.1.1 [RFP] Main engines and generator sets.

602-2.1.2 [RFP] Pilothouse controls.

602-2.1.3 [RFP] Auxiliary machinery and equipment.

602-2.1.4 [RFP] Auxiliary systems, as necessary.

602-2.1.5 [RFP] Shore power connection (25mm (1 in) tall red letters).

602-2.1.6 [RFP] Fire pump and Bilge pump.

602-2.1.7 [RFP] Vacuum/Sewage Collection and Holding Tank System.

602-2.1.8 [RFP] Steering System.

602-2.1.9 [RFP] Emergency Steering System.

602-2.1.10 [RFP] Battery Charging System.

602-2.1.11 [RFP] Reverse Osmosis Desalinator.

602-2.1.12 [RFP] Fixed FM-200® Flooding System.

602-2.1.13 [RFP] Cutter Boat Launch and Recovery System.

602-2.1.14 [RFP] Oil Water Separator.

602-2.2 [RFP] The plate for each equipment shall contain instructions to cover the following as applicable:

602-2.2.1 [RFP] Safety Precautions.

602-2.2.2 [RFP] Starting Procedure.

602-2.2.3 [RFP] Operating Instructions.

602-2.2.4 [RFP] Securing Procedure.

602-2.2.5 [RFP] Emergency Procedure.

602-2.3 [RFP] Labeling location and design shall comply with ASTM F1166.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 6 Circular of Requirements

602-3 [RFP] Visual Identification

602-3.1 [RFP] Visual Identification markings shall be in accordance with Chapters 11 and 12 of COMDTINST M10360.3D, Coatings and Color Manual. The details shall be developed for the placement of the CG diagonal stripes, the "U. S. Coast Guard", the cutter’s name, and hull number on the FRC. The hull numbers and names will be provided by the Contracting Officer. All numbers and letters shall be decals; a complete duplicate decal set shall be provided. USCG emblems shall be decals.

602-3.2 [RFP] The surfaces where decals are to be applied shall be prepared in accordance with Chapter 5 of COMDTINST M10360.3D. The Contractor shall provide, by the use of intermittent weld beads, identifying marks indicating the location for all decals and hull markings. The red, white and blue stripes are to be outlined with continuous welding.

602-3.3 [RFP] The painted boot-top shall comply with Chapter 11 and Appendix A of

COMDTINST M10360.3D.

602-4 [RFP] Special Label Plate 602-4.1 [RFP] A label plate with upper case letters 6mm (0.24 in) in height shall be installed in the pilothouse containing the following information:

WARNING

MERCURY OR MERCURY BASED COMPOUNDS WILL RESULT IN SEVERE CORROSION

TO THE ALUMINUM IN THIS VESSEL. MERCURY IN A PROPORTION AS SMALL AS ONE

PART PER MILLION WILL RESULT IN EXTREME CORROSION. DO NOT PAINT

ALUMINUM WITH EITHER MERCURY OR COPPER BASED PAINTS. DO NOT PAINT

AREAS LEFT UNPAINTED. KEEP MERCURY FILLED INSTRUMENTS (SUCH AS

THERMOMETERS), MERCURIC BATTERIES AND AMMUNITION HAVING FULMINATE OR

MERCURY PRIMERS OFF THE CUTTER. BE CERTAIN THAT NO ITEM BROUGHT ON

BOARD OR USED FOR REPAIR OR PAINTING CONTAINS MERCURY OR MERCURIC

COMPOUNDS.

602-5 [RFP] Builders Plate

602-5.1 [RFP] A label plate with engraved upper case letter 6mm (0.24 in) in height shall be installed in the centerline passageway on the main deck from the mess deck to the athwartships passageway on the port joiner bulkhead. The material of label plates shall be brass. The label plate shall contain the following information:

Cutter Name

Hull No.

48 Meter FRC

Built for the USCG

Builder, City, Month, Year

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 7 Circular of Requirements

602-6 [RFP] Damage Control Classification and Markings

602-6.1 [RFP] General

602-6.1.1 [RFP] Damage Control Classifications and Markings shall be provided as required below, and by the U. S. Coast Guard Naval Engineering Manual

(NEM), COMDTINST M9000.6F.

602-6.2 [RFP] Compartment and Deck Numbering

602-6.2.1 [RFP] The Compartment and Deck Numbering System shall comply with NSTM S9086-CN-STM-020/CH-079V2R3, Vol.2, Chapter 079-21.3.2.

602-6.3 [RFP] Access Closure Numbering

602-6.3.1 [RFP] Access closures (doors, hatches, manholes, and scuttles) shall be numbered in accordance with the numbering system for compartments, except that the letter designating use shall not be included.

602-6.4 [RFP] Damage Control Classifications and Markings

602-6.4.1 [RFP] Damage control classifications shall be assigned in accordance with NSTM Chapter 079 Volume 2 and submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval (CDRL 602-001). Damage control classification markings shall be applied in accordance with COMDTINST M10360.3D and NSTM Chapter 079 Volume 2. In the event of a conflict, COMDTINST M10360.3D takes precedence over NSTM Chapter 079. Compartment Check-Off Lists (CCOLs) shall be prepared in accordance with COMDTINST M9000.6F, Chapter 079 (CDRL 602-002) and submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval. The approved CCOLs shall be printed on paper and laminated to protect it from the elements. The CCOLs shall be mounted in the appropriate locations.

602-7 [RFP] Miscellaneous Labels and Marking 602-7.1 [RFP] Special Designation and Marking

602-7.1.1 [RFP] Photoluminescent marking shall comply with Chapter 10 of

COMDTINST M10360.3D.

602-7.2 [RFP] In addition to the label plates required herein, other information required for the operation of the FRC, such as the designation of stowage locations, lubrication instructions, warnings, and the designation of access panels, shall be installed.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 8 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 603. [RFP] DRAFT MARKS

603-1 [RFP] General

603-1.1 [A00003] Draft marks/figures shall comply with NSTM S9086-CN-STM-010/CH- 079V1R1, Chapter 079-13.2 and 46 CFR 97.40-10 in English units.

603-1.2 [RFP] Draft marks shall comply with 46CFR196.40-10. Pitch and point for letter and numerals shall be scaled from Coast Guard fleet drawing FL-2804-15.

Numerals shall be painted black above the boot topping and white on the boot topping and below.

603-1.3 [RFP] Numerals shall be outlined by a running bead of weld.

603-1.4 [RFP] Limiting draft marks and load line markings shall be installed at locations specified by the Contracting Officer. The form of these marks shall be as shown in COMDTINST M10360.3D, Chapter 12 and ABS HSNC, Part 1, Chapter 1, Appendix 1.

603-1.5 [RFP] Draft marks, load line markings, and the limiting draft marks shall be installed prior to launching.

603-1.6 [RFP] Prior to launching, the draft marks shall be certified in preparation for cutter stability testing in accordance with COMDTINST M9000.6F. Certification and supporting documentation shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer that the forward and after draft marks and the limiting and load line marks are accurate to within 0.125 inches. (CDRL 603-001)

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 9 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 604. [RFP] LOCKS, KEYS, AND TAGS

604-1 [RFP] General

604-1.1 [RFP] Locks, staples, keys, and hooks shall be provided as necessary for doors, hatches, and manholes providing primary access to the interior of the craft from the weather.

604-1.2 [RFP] A latching device operable from below shall be provided for all escape scuttles. The latching device shall be operable without a key or wrench.

604-1.3 [RFP] Locks shall be provided for food storage areas, the galley, equipment and repair parts lockers, damage control equipment storage areas, berth lockers, and clothes lockers.

604-1.4 [RFP] Hasps and staples shall be fitted so that when the door is opened or closed padlocks cannot be caught between the door and the door frame.

604-1.5 [RFP] Each lock shall be provided with two keys. Two master keys shall be provided for opening all locks except crew lockers and berth lockers.

604-1.6 [RFP] Specific locking requirements for C4ISR equipment and weapon systems are addressed in COR Sections 400 and 700 respectively.

604-1.7 [RFP] C4ISR equipment room door shall be fitted with a KABA Simplex 900 lock, or equivalent, as a secondary convenience cipher lock.

604-2 [RFP] Padlocks 604-2.1 [RFP] High, medium, and low security type locks shall be installed as specified by COMDTINST M5530.1C. All padlocks shall be fitted with clevis and chain.

604-3 [RFP] Key Tags 604-3.1 [RFP] Keys, including duplicate keys, shall be provided with key rings and brass or plastic tags, engraved or stamped with the necessary identifying information.

604-4 [RFP] Key Locker 604-4.1 [RFP] A lockable key locker shall be provided in the Executive Officer’s stateroom. The locker shall be of the size required to provide a separate hook for the keys to each lock. Each key hook shall be labeled to identify the purpose of the key.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 10 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 605. [RFP] RATPROOFING

605-1 [RFP] General

605-1.1 [RFP] Rodent proofing shall be incorporated in accordance with Public Health Service Publication No. 393, "Handbook Sanitation of Vessel Construction" and the USPHS and MARAD's Joint Publication No. P 161019 "Ratproofing of Ships" which show acceptable methods and details for ratproofing and preventing access and infestation of the FRC by rodents.

605-1.2 [RFP] Rodent proofing is not required in compartments such as tanks, voids, and similar compartments which do not contain fittings or structures which could admit or harbor rodents. Elsewhere in the FRC, rodent proofing shall be provided.

605-1.3 [RFP] Bulkheads forming boundaries of commissary compartments, storerooms, and other storage compartments, machinery compartments, electronic and electrical compartments, and compartments where the existence of rodent infestation could not be readily detected shall be constructed to prevent the passage of rodents into these compartments.

605-2 [RFP] Detail Requirements 605-2.1 [RFP] Unless otherwise specified, circular openings shall not exceed 10mm

(0.39 in) in diameter and rectangular openings shall be limited to 10mm (0.39 in) in the smaller direction.

605-2.2 [RFP] Inaccessible pockets in foundations shall be closed with sheet metal or screens.

605-2.3 [RFP] Battens, bins, shelves, furniture, lockers, racks, and similar equipment shall be fitted to eliminate pockets inaccessible to personnel. If this is not possible, such pockets shall be closed to exclude rodents.

605-2.4 [RFP] Tunnels for wiring and pipes shall have closing devices that prevent rodent passage between compartments.

605-2.5 [RFP] Electric and electronic equipment with holes larger than 10mm (0.39 in) shall be fitted with temporary covers after installation on the FRC to prevent rodents from nesting in the equipment, thereby avoiding possible damage to the equipment by rodents during construction of the FRC.

605-2.6 [RFP] Rat guards shall be aluminum and constructed in accordance with ASTM F1099M-98 and shall be provided for all mooring lines.

605-2.7 [RFP] Louvers in joiner bulkheads’ and sheathing shall be rodent proof.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 11 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 611. [RFP] HULL FITTINGS

611-1 [RFP] General

611-1.1 [RFP] All hull fittings shall be designed, constructed and placed in accordance with the Systems Safety and Human Engineering Programs as well as ASTM F1166.

611-1.2 [RFP] Cast iron shall not be used. Plastics or composites may only be used for lightweight lines such as signal halyards.

611-1.3 [RFP] Any fittings not welded to structure shall be bolted. Sheet metal screws, rivets or fasteners threaded into structure or into threaded inserts in structure shall not be used.

611-1.4 [RFP] Fittings bolted to structure shall be embedded in non-hardening compounds in accordance with COR SECTION 078.

611-1.5 [RFP] All chocks shall be closed type.

611-1.6 [RFP] All deck fittings shall be designed with a factor of safety of 1.1 on the yield strength of the material based on the breaking strength of the line used on it.

See COR SECTION 582 for lines sizes used.

611-2 [RFP] Padeyes 611-2.1 [RFP] Padeyes, not specified elsewhere in this COR, shall be provided in number, location, and capacity as necessary for convenient and rapid handling of the Cutter Boat, the anchor, Jacob's ladder, brow, and scramble net(s).

611-2.2 [RFP] Padeyes, not specified elsewhere in this COR, shall be provided in number, location, and capacity as necessary for machinery maintenance. Three portable type padeyes shall also be provided that can be used throughout the FRC. The use of the portable padeyes shall not cause damage to the structural members of the FRC when used up to and including 150% of their safe working load.

611-2.3 [RFP] Padeyes shall be so located and installed that the load will be applied in the plane of the eye.

611-2.4 [RFP] Padeyes or tiedowns shall be recessed if placed on a walking surface, or on a vertical surface in a position that could contact persons moving quickly around them.

611-2.5 [RFP] Padeyes and tiedowns shall be labeled with their safe working load capacity.

611-3 [RFP] Cleats and Eyebolts 611-3.1 [RFP] Cleats and fairleads shall be installed for the proper leads and belaying of required signal halyards and rigging.

611-3.2 [RFP] Sockets and supporting structure shall be designed to a safety factor of two (2) for the largest load applied to the eyebolt.

611-3.3 [RFP] All cleats, bitts and chocks except those used for signal or flag halyards shall be sized in accordance with COR Section 582.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 12 Circular of Requirements

611-4 [RFP] Testing Requirements

611-4.1 [RFP] All load carrying members, including davits, cleats, padeyes, tiedowns, eyebolts, lift frames, etc. shall be tested to 200% of the maximum safe working load in accordance with Chapters 570, 573, and 589.C of COMDTINST M9000.6F. Test results and supporting documentation shall be submitted in accordance with CDRL 611-001.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 13 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 612. [RFP] LIFELINES AND LIFERAILS

612-1 [RFP] General

612-1.1 [RFP] Liferails or lifelines shall be installed along all boundaries whenever there is a danger of personnel falling overboard, falling to a level 610mm (24 in) or greater in the FRC. They shall also be installed whenever there is a danger of personnel becoming enmeshed with operating machinery. The liferails or lifelines shall be closed at the jack staff to prevent personnel from failing over the side. Storm rails shall be installed in all passages and compartments wherever the crew has normal access. If an open ladder well is provided for access to the bridge, a "swing door" type gate with automatic closing mechanism shall be provided at the top of the ladder to prevent personnel from falling to the lower level in rough sea conditions.

612-1.2 [RFP] Openings in lifelines shall be provided at the embarkation locations for the FRC and for the Cutter Boat. These openings shall have braced stanchions on either side and shall be closed with three tiers of 316L CRES 5/16 in chain fastened with quick release closures.

612-1.3 [RFP] Lifelines shall be no smaller than 9.5mm (0.37 in) diameter Aramid fibers (trade name Kevlar) shall conform to SAE/ANSI Standard AMS 3901 and the appropriate detailed SAE/ANSI specification for the synthetic fiber rope selected (to minimize electro-magnetic interference (EMI)), and fitted with a turnbuckle at one end and a screw pin shackle at the other. Stanchions shall have pigtails (6mm (1/4 in) diameter minimum) to hold lifelines in place and provide for easy removal.

612-1.4 [RFP] Portable lifelines and stanchions shall be fitted as necessary to allow for proper handling of the Cutter Boat, the anchor, in the line of fire of the weapons and for the Jacobs ladder. Portable lifeline stanchions shall be retained with CRES toggle pins. Toggle pins shall be provided with CRES wire rope attached to the portable stanchion to prevent loss of the pin.

612-1.5 [RFP] Liferails, storm rails and stanchions shall be 316L CRES or aluminum.

612-1.6 [RFP] Liferails and lifelines shall be three-course. The opening below the lowest course shall not be more than 230mm (9 in). The upper courses shall be evenly spaced and not be more than 381mm (15 in) apart. The height of lifelines shall be at least 1,003.3mm (39.5 in) measured from the deck to the center of the top lifeline/liferail. Areas proposed for a height less than 1,003.3mm (39.5 in) require Contracting Officer approval.

612-1.7 [RFP] Portable stanchions shall be bonded in accordance with COR Section 300-3.6.1.

612-1.8 [RFP] Openings between adjacent liferails or lifeline sections or an end section and adjacent to the structure shall not be greater than 120mm (4.72 in).

612-1.9 [RFP] Railing clearance, size, and placement shall be in accordance with 46 CFR 42.15-75(b) - (d).

612-2 [RFP] Awnings 612-2.1 [RFP] General

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 14 Circular of Requirements

612-2.1.1 [RFP] Removable awnings shall be installed over the Main Deck aft of the superstructure and over the 01 Level aft of the pilothouse.

612-2.1.2 [RFP] The awning over the Main Deck shall cover approximately an area of 56.7m2 (610 ft2).

612-2.1.2.1 [RFP] The awning’s length (fore and aft) shall cover the fantail from the aft bulkhead of the superstructure to the transom.

612-2.1.2.2 [RFP] Transversely, the awning shall cover the entire beam of the FRC and not extend past the side shell on either side.

612-2.1.2.3 [RFP] The awning shall be installed at a height that aligns with the height of the 01 Deck side railing and bulwarks adjacent to the pilothouse.

612-2.1.3 [RFP] The awning over the aft 01 Deck shall cover an area of approximately 41.8m2 (450 ft2).

612-2.1.3.1 [RFP] The awning’s length (fore and aft) shall cover the aft 01 Deck from the aft end of the pilothouse top to the aft edge of the deck.

612-2.1.3.2 [RFP] Transversely, the awning shall cover the width of the 01 Deck, port and starboard.

612-2.1.3.3 [RFP] The awning shall be installed at a height to align with the top of the pilothouse.

612-2.1.4 [RFP] Minimum clear height in any walkways shall comply with COR Section 071-2.

612-2.1.5 [RFP] The awnings shall be provided with camber and sheer. Camber shall be provided, as the decks they cover, to prevent collection of water. Sheer shall be flat and parallel to the base line.

612-2.1.6 [RFP] The supporting structure for the awning, including all framing, bracing and fittings, shall not interfere with mission operations. Clear openings in the supporting structure shall be provided for access to the pilothouse top, antennas, davits, etc.

612-2.1.7 [RFP] Supporting structure, fittings and all attachment hardware shall be constructed of non-corrosive compatible materials in compliance with COR Section 078.

612-2.1.8 [RFP] The awnings shall be capable of being removed from the FRC by the ship’s force. Breakdown joints shall be incorporated as required to allow manageable sections of the supporting structure to be removed leaving only mounting hardware in place.

612-2.1.9 [RFP] Awnings shall be covered with canvas in accordance with COR Section 613.

612-2.2 [RFP] Structure

612-2.2.1 [RFP] The main elements of the supporting structure (longitudinal, transverse and vertical framing members) shall be constructed of anodized aluminum. All attachment hardware and fittings shall be constructed of materials compatible with the supporting structure and ship structure to which they attach. See COR Section 078 for acceptable material standards and dissimilar metal restrictions. See COR Sections 074 and 075 for welding and fastener requirements.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 15 Circular of Requirements

612-2.2.2 [RFP] Attachment points (sockets, brackets, etc.) for the awnings shall be permanently installed to the ship’s structure. Attachment hardware shall incorporated mechanical mechanisms that allow for easy assembly or disassembly of the supporting structure.

612-2.2.3 [RFP] Awning framing, structure, and attachment hardware shall not retain water. Limber holes shall be incorporated to assure that water cannot be retained in any parts of the framing, structure or attachment hardware.

612-2.2.4 [RFP] Breakdown joints shall be provided throughout the structure to allow easy assembly and disassembly after removal of the canvas. The sections of the supporting structure shall be sized so the crew’s force can easily assemble or disassemble the structure without the assistance of shore side equipment or manpower. Consideration shall be given to the size and weight of each section and the ability of each section to stand alone during assembly and disassembly.

612-2.2.5 [RFP] The fully assembled awnings (structure and canvas) shall withstand loadings from wind and ship motions as stated in COR Sections 070 and 079.

The mass properties of the awning (canvas and framing) shall be included in all hydrostatic analyses and loading conditions.

612-2.2.6 [RFP] The fully assembled awnings shall meet the requirements for vibration through all main engine / propeller speeds as stated in section 073-4.

612-2.2.7 [RFP] The fully assembled awnings shall meet the grounding and bonding requirements of COR Section 406.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 16 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 613. [RFP] COVERS, CURTAINS, CANVAS, AND HALYARDS

613-1 [RFP] General

613-1.1 [RFP] Covers shall have stenciled markings to indicate its use and location. All covers shall fit neatly without wrinkles or pockets and shall be fitted with accessories as necessary for a complete installation.

613-2 [RFP] Covers 613-2.1 [RFP] Covers shall be provided for items exposed to the weather such as searchlights, anchor windlass and control station, stokes litter, Cutter Boat recovery winch, and other deck machinery. An all around cover and a console cover shall be provided for the Cutter Boat.

613-2.2 [RFP] A cover shall be provided for the drop pump cans to minimize exposure to the elements.

613-2.3 [RFP] A cover shall be provided for the P-100 pump enclosures to minimize salt water intrusion.

613-3 [RFP] Curtains 613-3.1 [RFP] Blackout curtains shall be installed where required to prevent light from entering the pilothouse from adjacent compartments at night. Blackout curtains shall be matte black and shall be fitted to exclude all light emission from or into the compartment and permit sliding the curtain to an open or closed position.

Straps shall be provided to retain curtains in the open position.

613-3.2 [RFP] Smoke curtains shall be provided for all smoke boundaries, custom fitted to each opening, and installed in accordance with COMDTINST 9664.1C.

613-3.3 [RFP] Curtains shall be installed in all portlights and windows, with the exception of those in the pilothouse, to enable the setting of darkened ship.

613-4 [RFP] Canvas 613-4.1 [RFP] Awning frames covering the aft Main deck and Aft 01 deck shall have material installed over the upper framing meeting the requirements of COR Section 613-5.3

613-4.2 [RFP] Canvas shall be fit neatly to awning framing without wrinkles or pockets.

The canvas shall be held securely to the frame with sufficient restraint to assure it does not flap in any operational condition. Provisions shall be made to allow the crew’s force to maintain tension the canvas throughout its life cycle. A single failure of the canvas restraining system shall not result in a catastrophic failure of the canvas.

613-5 [RFP] Material and Construction 613-5.1 [RFP] Material for covers and canvas shall be 100% Saturation Solution-Dyed

Acrylic or Dacron with a polyurethane undercoating meeting at least the minimum characteristics of flame retardant properties, breaking strength, tear resistance, hydrostatic resistance, and UV resistance possessed by Sunbrella® Plus marine fabric. All stitching shall be waterproofed.

613-5.1.1 [RFP] Covers shall be Sunbrella® Ocean Blue, #4679, or equal in color.

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613-5.1.2 [RFP] Canvas for awnings shall be Sunbrella® Royal Blue, #464, or equal in color.

613-5.2 [RFP] Blackout and Privacy (COR Section 640-3.2.3.) curtains shall be fabricated of fire resistant cloth with a single fold with a double stitched seam for use with a suspension system comprised of a removable aluminum rod 25.4mm (1 in) OD with 2mm (1/16 in) wall thickness. The curtain rod shall be held in place by captive fasteners.

613-6 [RFP] Halyards 613-6.1 [RFP] Flag and signal halyards and associated fittings shall be provided and installed. Flags flown from signal halyards shall appear to be perpendicular to the waterline.

613-6.2 [RFP] Halyards shall be 6mm (1/4 in) diameter urethane coated parallel cored of polyester fiber contained within a helically wrapped polyester tape and covered by a white and blue flecked braided jacket of both spun and filament polyester.

613-6.3 [RFP] Turning blocks for halyards shall be marine grade and sized according to the halyard diameter.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 18 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 621. [RFP] NON-STRUCTURAL BULKHEADS AND PARTITIONS

621-1 [RFP] General

621-1.1 [RFP] Except where structural bulkheads are required for strength or tightness, non-structural bulkheads shall be provided for bounding and subdividing such compartments as passages, quarters, galley, and storerooms.

621-1.2 [RFP] Non-structural bulkheads shall be constructed of noncombustible materials in compliance with the International Code of Safety for High Speed Craft (IMO HSC Code).

621-1.2.1 [RFP] Joiner panels shall have 0.4mm (0.0157 in) thick laminate with decorative finish on any exposed side of panels in accommodation spaces.

The decorative finish shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer.

621-1.2.2 [RFP] Minimum overall panel thickness, including decorative laminate shall be:

621-1.2.2.1 [RFP] 20mm (0.784 in) for panels serving as divisional boundaries within accommodations spaces.

621-1.2.2.2 [RFP] 10mm (0.394 in) for panels on structural bulkheads.

621-1.2.3 [RFP] Panels shall be bonded together using fire retardant adhesives and/or methods of the same fire rating as the panels.

621-1.3 [RFP] Non-structural decks in way of accommodations area shall be constructed of noncombustible materials in compliance with the IMO HSC Code. Non-structural decks shall also be fitted with fire rated insulation in accordance with COR Section 635 and COR Section 070.

621-1.4 [RFP] The following deviations are permitted to the IMO HSC Code:

621-1.4.1 [RFP] Structural Fire Protection – Galley: Class A-60 structural fire protection rating is not required for the Galley with the exception of the overhead. Class B-15 rated bulkheads and doors shall be used in the Galley. Pass-through windows shall not be required to be smoke tight or contain a fusible link.

621-1.4.2 [RFP] Structural Fire Protection – Main and Second Deck Berthing Areas and Showers/Heads – Bulkheads and Doors: Class B-0 structural fire protection rating is not required for the bulkheads and doors of the main and 2nd deck berthing areas, showers, and heads. Class C rated bulkhead panels and doors shall be provided instead.

621-1.4.3 [RFP] Structural Fire Protection – Second Deck from Frame 10 to Frame 27:

Class B-0 structural fire protection is not required for the deck material (“floating” deck system installed above tanks creating a non-tight space in-between) for the Second Deck Frame 10 and Frame 27. Class C rated panels with a minimum of Class B-0 IMO certified insulation attached to the bottom surface may be used. Class B-0 is acceptable as long as it will not result in degradation of the Class C panels in a fire due to heat transmission.

Class B rated insulation blankets or panels fastened to the bottom of the Class C panels are acceptable. The method of fastening shall be approved by the Contracting Officer. Second Deck floating deck penetrations are not required to be smoke tight.

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621-2 [RFP] Installation

621-2.1 [RFP] All exposed aluminum trim, furring members, casings, H-posts, pilasters, and other such structures associated with the installation of non-structural bulkheads, shall have an anodized finish. They shall be 5000 series aluminum, and designed to hold the panel in place. All aluminum members shall be isolated from steel structure to prevent galvanic action.

621-2.2 [RFP] A track system shall be specifically designed for joiner bulkheads and liners. Track systems for other purposes modified for use with the joiner bulkheads and liners selected are not acceptable. Track systems for joiner bulkheads on non-structural decks shall be anodized aluminum secured to non-structural deck materials. Track system for joiner bulkheads on structural decks shall be compatible with deck material, and secured to structural deck. In wet spaces such as the galley, and all sanitary compartments, the track system shall be 316 or 316L CRES if welded. Where CRES is exposed, it shall be Number 4 mirror finish or equivalent for uniform appearance.

621-2.3 [RFP] The top edge of joiner divisional bulkheads and joiner linings shall be supported with track systems, such as channels or Z-Bars, which are secured to the curtain plate, or other structural member. The track systems shall be anodized aluminum, and shall be isolated from dissimilar metals where required.

Panels shall be individually replaceable without disassembly of the adjacent panels.

621-2.4 [RFP] Bulkhead panels and joiner linings in all wet spaces, including all sanitary compartments and the galley shall be embedded in the support channels by use of bedding compound as recommended by the manufacturer.

621-2.5 [RFP] Hinged access panels latched with recessed quick-acting captive fasteners operable without tools shall be provided in linings for normal or emergency access to valves, dampers, electrical junction boxes, stuffing tubes, electrical transits and other such items.

621-2.6 [RFP] The joiner lining system in other than wet spaces shall be designed and constructed so that any panel of a joiner bulkhead or lining may be removed without removing adjacent or abutting panels. Hardware required to be removed for panel removal shall be attached by screws to ensure reusability.

621-2.7 [RFP] The maximum mass of equipment mounted to joiner bulkheads shall not exceed the manufacturer’s rated capacity or a maximum of 70kg (154 lb).

Heavier equipment shall be mounted on a structural foundation (See COR SECTION 180). Fasteners used to mount to the joiner panels shall be standoff and tee nuts. All fasteners shall be installed through the entire joiner panel.

Fasteners and backing plates shall be used to distribute the load over the area of attachment on the joiner panel as required by the manufacturer.

621-2.8 [RFP] Electrical equipment mounted on non-structural bulkheads shall be grounded.

621-2.9 [RFP] Joiner bulkheads shall have fire stops extending from the top of the bulkhead to the underside of the deck above.

621-2.10 [RFP] Non-structural bulkheads and associated hardware shall be free from sharp or rough edges. Protective coverings shall not be removed until after work in the compartment is complete.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 20 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 622. [RFP] FLOOR PLATES AND GRATINGS

622-1 [RFP] General

622-1.1 [RFP] Floor plates, gratings, and platforms shall allow for access to and operation of all major machinery, equipment, and controls in machinery compartment(s), lazarette and forepeak. Handrails shall be installed at the periphery of floor plates and gratings where required for personnel safety.

Where raised sections are necessary, they shall be joined with steps and the associated safety rails.

622-1.2 [RFP] Floor plates in machinery compartment(s) shall support a load of 7kPa (1.02 PSI). Gratings in the lazarette and forepeak shall support a load of 5kPa

(0.73 PSI).

622-2 [RFP] Floorplates and Gratings 622-2.1 [RFP] Floorplates shall be grit-topped fiberglass plates, Fibergrate Corporation

FiberPlate type IFR or a similar fiberglass product manufactured as industrial flooring with equivalent corrosion, strength, weight and flame spread and fuel contribution rating. Non-slip treads shall be installed on floor plates in way of doors and passages. Floor plates, supports, and coamings shall allow for machinery and equipment installation and removal. Supports shall be fitted about permanent openings. The plating shall be supported to limit deflection to one part in 200 of span under the load listed in COR Section 622-1.2.

622-2.2 [RFP] The platform in the lazarette and the forepeak shall be Fibergrate Corporation type IFR or a similar fiberglass product manufactured as industrial flooring with equivalent corrosion, strength, weight and flame spread and fuel contribution rating. Grating, supports, and coamings shall allow for machinery and equipment installation and removal. Supports shall be fitted about permanent openings. The grating shall be supported to limit deflection to one part in 200 of the span under the load listed in COR Section 622-1.2.

622-2.3 [RFP] The floor plates and grates shall be secured to their supports with 316 CRES ¼ turn, hand-actuated, bail type fasteners, such as DZUS BJR5-SS, with slip-on spring receptacles, such as DZUS SL-5, or equal. Products offered shall be equivalent in the characteristics of material, type of restraint, ease of operation, and resistance to dislocation. Panel length shall not exceed 1m (39.37 in) in any direction.

622-2.4 [RFP] Hinged plates shall be furnished and installed for access to valves, manifolds and rotating machinery or other equipment requiring routine inspection in the machinery compartment(s) that is located below the floor plates. Hinged plates and the hardware supporting them shall be designed to carry the local loads imposed by walking on them. Flush type grabs shall be provided for lifting these plates. Label plates indicating valve service, valve number and damage control classification shall be fastened to both sides of the hinged plate (See

COR SECTION 602).

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 21 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 623. [RFP] LADDERS, GRABRODS, AND GANGWAY

623-1 [RFP] General

623-1.1 [RFP] Ladders shall be designed and located as shown in drawing 154R-WPC- 601-302 Rev “-” General Arrangement.

623-1.2 [RFP] All ladders shall be removable, bolted in place via padeyes and fitted with handrails or grabs.

623-1.3 [RFP] All ladders and handrails shall be located so as not to interfere with the opening and closing of hatches, doors, gratings, scuttles, or manholes.

623-1.4 [RFP] Inclined ladders or stairs with full treads shall have leading edge marking as specified in COMDTINST M10360.3D.

623-2 [RFP] Ladder Details 623-2.1 [RFP] Treads shall be bolted on and shall be individually replaceable.

623-2.2 [RFP] Backs of internal inclined ladders shall have dirt shields. These shall be set back far enough to provide adequate toe space.

623-2.3 [RFP] Handrails shall be installed on each side of inclined ladders. Handrails shall be 38.1mm (1.5 in) nominal diameter pipe. The top flange of the inclined ladder rails shall be stiffened in way of the railing posts.

623-2.3.1 [RFP] Handrails shall have a minimum of 51mm (2 in) of clearance between the handrails and any other fixed structure.

623-3 [RFP] Inclined Ladders 623-3.1 [RFP] Inclined ladders are installed where considerable personnel traffic is anticipated, such as between decks. Minimum tread widths of the inclined ladders shall not be less than 600mm (23.6 in).

623-3.2 [RFP] The slope of interior inclined ladders shall be between 50° and 60° with the baseline and exterior inclined ladders shall not exceed 50° with the baseline.

623-3.3 [RFP] Ladder landings at the top and bottom of inclined ladders shall have a minimum clear length of 900mm (35.43 in). Where 900mm (35.43 in) length ladder landings are not possible due to structural restrictions, the top landing length may be reduced to a minimum of 760mm (29.92 in).

623-3.4 [RFP] Unguarded openings between the upper end of handrails, chains, or ropes of inclined ladders and adjacent rails or structures of the upper level, shall be kept to a minimum, and shall in no case be greater than 120mm (4.72 in).

623-3.5 [RFP] The steps of the weather deck ladder to the pilothouse shall be painted in accordance with COMDTINST M10360.3D, except that the color shall be black.

623-3.6 [RFP] Ladders shall be fitted with Type I Full Treads meeting MIL-T-24634 (SH).

623-4 [RFP] Vertical Ladders 623-4.1 [RFP] Vertical Ladders shall be installed to access the pilothouse top and escape scuttles.

623-4.2 [RFP] Vertical Ladders shall be bolted to the structure.

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623-4.3 [RFP] Vertical Ladders shall be equipped with either a climber safety rail or cage as needed in accordance with the requirements of ASTM F1166.

623-4.4 [RFP] Vertical Ladders in tanks shall be constructed to requirements of ASTM F840 or ASTM F783 (1988, reapproved 2008). Vertical ladders are not required in Fuel Tanks “1P” and “1S”.

623-5 [RFP] Ladder Rungs 623-5.1 [RFP] A removable ladder shall be installed on the transom. The ladder shall be attached to the hull by bolts. Each bolt will be secured using 316L CRES washers on each end of the bolt and a 316L CRES nylock nut. The hull shall be fitted with foundations for the bolts at the top and bottom of the ladder, accessible, without the use of a diver or swimmer, while the vessel is waterborne.

The ladder shall be made of aluminum and shall be isolated from the hull.

623-5.2 [RFP] Ladder rungs shall be built into the mast structure. The lowest rung of each ladder shall have a unique tread pattern (such as a weld bead) for easy differentiation from the other rungs when descending the ladders.

623-6 [RFP] Grabrods 623-6.1 [RFP] Grabrods shall be fitted in accordance with ASTM F783-88 where they will aid personnel in ascending, descending, or stepping from ladders, where considered necessary along passageways, on weather sides of deckhouse, and the head of all vertical and inclined ladders. Grabrods shall also be placed on the pilothouse furnishings and pilothouse overhead in all traffic areas.

623-6.2 [RFP] Horizontal grabrods shall be fitted in accordance with ASTM F783-88 on the coamings of all companion hatchways, in way of incline ladders, opposite the ladder to afford support to persons descending the ladder. These grabrods shall not obstruct the clearance requirements for the ladder.

623-7 [RFP] Portable Boarding Ladder 623-7.1 [RFP] The FRC shall be provided with one Jacob's ladder that meets the requirements of 46 CFR 160.017. The Jacob's ladder shall be of such length that it will reach two rungs below the water's edge at light ship displacement when secured from the highest point of the main deck edge.

623-8 [RFP] Gangway 623-8.1 [RFP] A gangway shall be provided for each FRC. Fittings and equipment shall be provided on the FRC to allow it to be used and stowed.

623-8.1.1 [RFP] The length of the gangway shall be at least 3.7m (12 ft) in length and shall comply with applicable OSHA regulations for shipyard access to the FRC. The gangway shall stow with all of its components aboard the FRC in a position where it will not interfere with any operation and shall have dedicated fittings to secure it at sea.

623-8.1.2 [RFP] The gangway shall be fastened to the FRC such that movement shall be allowed in both the vertical and horizontal directions. The quayside end of the gangway shall be fitted with wheels to allow free movement of the FRC as it rises or falls or traverses fore and aft.

623-8.1.3 [RFP] The gangway shall be aluminum or fiberglass or a combination of these materials with a non-skid walking surface integral to the material of the walkway. Each side rail shall be either removable or foldable as a single

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 23 Circular of Requirements piece for flat stowage at sea. The side rails shall be fitted with padeyes or other fitting to allow a 0.9m (35.43 in) high canvas side curtain at least three-quarters the length of the gangway.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 24 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 624. [RFP] NON-STRUCTURAL CLOSURES

624-1 [RFP] General

624-1.1 [RFP] This Section covers joiner doors and other miscellaneous non-structural closures not specified in COR SECTION 071 and SECTION 167.

624-1.2 [RFP] Unless otherwise specified herein, door mechanisms (hinges, closers, etc.) shall permit doors to swing up to 180°. Doors shall open flush to adjacent bulkheads.

624-1.3 [RFP] All doors unless otherwise specified shall have hold-open fittings and bumpers. A positive latching device shall be provided for doors to hold them open against the bulkhead. When in the weather, such latching devices shall withstand the effects of wind and FRC motions as specified in COR SECTION 070.

624-1.4 [RFP] The door between the galley and mess deck shall be equipped with a hold open device that allows the door to self close when the fire alarm is activated. A control station shall be installed on the mess deck that allows the door to be closed remotely. The control station shall not allow the door to be held open once activated until manually reset.

624-1.5 [RFP] Operation of doors shall not cause obstructions to other spaces or passageways. Doors shall open inwards vice outward into passageways.

624-2 [RFP] Joiner Doors 624-2.1 [RFP] Joiner doors shall be a minimum 25mm (1 in) honeycomb metal, flush type doors. They shall be sound dampened and fire insulated such that they have the same Structural Fire Protection (SFP) rating as the boundary in which they are fitted. Backing plates to prevent failures due to FRC motions shall be provided at the point of attachment of hinges, door closers, and latching devices.

624-2.2 [RFP] Joiner doors shall have a clear opening of not less than 660mm (26 in) wide by 1900mm (75 in) high and hinged on the inboard or forward side unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer. Joiner doors for sanitary spaces shall have a clear opening of not less than 609.6mm (24 in) wide by 1900mm (75

in) high and hinged on the inboard or forward side. Hinged doors shall open inward rather than outward into a passageway.

624-2.3 [RFP] Doors shall be provided with nylon-bushed, CRES butt hinges with button tip, loose fit CRES pins. Where locks are required and hinge pins are exposed outside the compartment, tight or fixed pins shall be provided.

624-2.4 [RFP] Clear head room is described in COR Section 071-2. Sill heights shall be compatible with deck sheer and camber. Sill heights shall provide a minimum of approximately 6mm (0.24 in) clearance of door above floor covering throughout the swing. Sills shall be integral with frames and shall have CRES sill covers flanged down to cover edges. The door that accesses the sanitary compartment shall have a minimum sill height of 100mm (3.94 in).

624-2.5 [RFP] Louvers shall not be installed in joiner doors except when required by air conditioning and ventilation. Ventilation louvers shall be provided at top and bottom of doors for built-in lockers. Ventilation louvers shall be provided at the bottom only for the door to the sanitary compartments.

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624-2.6 [RFP] Door frames for joiner doors shall be compatible with the bulkhead material.

624-2.7 [RFP] Pre-treatment and finish for doors and frames shall be in accordance with finish requirements in COR SECTION 631.

624-2.8 [RFP] Joiner doors to all staterooms and berthing compartments and to working compartments that do not have an emergency escape route shall be fitted with kick-out panels with a minimum clear opening of 458mm x 458mm (18 x 18 in).

624-2.9 [RFP] Interior access to the pilothouse shall have closures insulated to reduce the acoustic and thermal transmission of the FRC's interior when the pilothouse weather doors are open.

PART III, SECTION J, ATTACHMENT 2 600 - 26 Circular of Requirements

SECTION 625. [RFP] WINDOWS AND PORTLIGHTS

625-1 [RFP] General

625-1.1 [RFP] All fixed window and portlight installations shall be watertight. Window glass shall be fitted in frames and sealed with bedding compound in a weather-resistant rubber channel.

625-1.2 [RFP] All windows and port…