WI_4_Gyrocompass_Procurement_Specification_Rev1.doc

USCG SFLC – Gyrocompass System

REVISION: 1

REVISION NO. 1 . CHANGE NO. - .

PROCUREMENT SPECIFICATION

GYROCOMPASS SYSTEM

ORGINATE D BY: CG YARD

DATE: April 7, 2012

ORIGINATOR’S COMMAND: Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC)

DEPARTMENT / DIVISION: Electrical Branch

INTERNAL REVIEWER: A. Dize (AMS)

DATE: January 7, 2012

PRODUCT LINE APPROVAL:

DATE:

Table of Contents Title

Page

1.0 SCOPE

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Document Availability

2.2 Government Documents

2.2.1 Specifications, Military

2.2.2 Standards, Military

2.3 Other Government Documents

2.3.1 USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Drawings

2.3.2 USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Documents

2.4 Commercial Documents

2.5 Order of Precedence

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 General Requirements

3.1.1 General

3.1.2 Equipment Compliance

3.1.3 Environmental Characteristics

3.1.4 Master Gyrocompass Physical Characteristics

3.1.5 Interface Requirements

3.1.6 Self-Diagnostics/Built-In Tests (BIT)

3.2 Performance Requirements

3.2.1 Operating Criteria

3.3 System Inputs/Outputs

3.3.1 List of Interfaces

3.3.2 Input

3.3.3 Serial Data Inputs

3.3.4 Output

3.3.5 Alarm Relay Output

3.4 Identification and Labeling

3.5 Training

3.6 Field Services

3.7 Departure from Specification

3.8 Design Improvements

3.9 Technical Documentation

3.9.1 Technical Publications

3.9.2 Drawings

3.10 Integrated Logistics Support

3.10.1 Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP)

3.10.2 Recommended Spare Parts Lists

3.10.3 OEM Maintenance Requirements

3.11 Tests, Inspections, and Reports

3.11.1 Factory Testing (FT)

Table of Contents (cont)

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3.11.2 Installation Test Plan

3.12 Workmanship

3.13 Notifications and Inspections

4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

4.1 General

4.2 Records

4.3 Calibration System

4.4 Responsibility for Inspection

4.5 Responsibility for Compliance

4.6 Quality Assurance Plan

4.7 Tests and Inspections

4.8 Failure Responsibility

4.8.1 Corrective Action Remedies

4.9 Test and Inspection Reports

4.10 Packaging Inspection

5.0 PRESERVATION, PACKING AND MARKING

6.0 NOTES

6.1 Potential Sources

6.2 Government and Commercial Document Sources

6.2.1 Government Documents

6.2.2 Commercial Documents

Attachment 1 - Provisioning Technical Documentation (PTD)

Attachment 2 - Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP)

1.0 SCOPE

This Specification describes the requirements for the procurement of new gyrocompass systems. The current Sperry MK 27 gyrocompass will be replaced. This specification DOES NOT include installation of the equipment by the vendor, but DOES include on-site technical support by the vendor to ensure that the equipment is installed and functions correctly. Hardware and component items (per ship set) covered by this Specification are as follows:

· One (1) fiber optic gyrocompass (FOG).

· The Vendor shall supply Provisioning Technical Data (PTD), Attachment 1, with their proposal response that includes technical manuals and drawings describing the gyrocompass system to provide the United States Coast Guard (USCG) with sufficient information to produce Cutter specific installation drawings.

· The Vendor shall supply Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP), Attachment 2, on the system and components concurrent with the delivery of the equipment to allow the USCG to produce maintenance procedure cards (MPCs) and other logistical support documentation. Engineering data shall also include the PLC code if required for operation of the system.

· The Vendor shall provide on-site technical support for training, system testing, commissioning, and certification.

· The Vendor shall provide detailed maintenance parts lists and a recommended onboard repair parts (OBRP) list for all components.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Document Availability – To obtain the referenced documents, see Section 6.2.

2.2 Government Documents - The following Specifications and standards form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the documents listed here by number and date shall be those in the current Department of Defense Index of Specifications and Standards (DODISS) and supplements therein.

2.2.1 Specifications, Military

a. MIL-DTL-24643C, Cables, Electrical, Low Smoke Halogen-Free, For Shipboard Use General Specification, 2009.

2.2.2 Standards, Military

a. MIL-STD-1310H, Shipboard Bonding, Grounding and Other Techniques for Electromagnetic Compatibility and Safety, 2009.

b. MIL-STD-1399C Section 300A, Interface Standard for Shipboard Systems, Electric Power, Alternating Current, 1988.

c. MIL-STD-167-1, Mechanical Vibration of Shipboard Equipment (Type I Environment).

d. MIL-STD-461, Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment.

e. MIL-STD-810, Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests.

f. MIL-STD-740, Airborne and Structureborne Noise Measurements and Acceptance Criteria of Shipboard Equipment.

2.3 Other Government Documents - The following documents form a part of this Specification to the extent specified herein. The documents listed shall be by title and effective date, unless otherwise documented.

2.3.1 USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Drawings

The following drawings describe the existing installation and are for reference purposes only.

Drawing No.

Rev.

a. 101-WTGB-426-002

A Gyrocompass System Wiring Diagram And Details

b. 225-WLB-437-5 F Gyrocompass & Magnetic Compass Sys Block, WDP & EWD 2.3.2 USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Documents

a. D-084-0481 REVA, Preservation, Packaging, and Marking

b. D-086-0508, 2008, Technical Documentation Specifications

c. USCG Planned Maintenance System Development Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00-230-S

d. Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST) M9085.1C, Computer Aided Design Standards.

e. Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST) M10360.3C, Coatings and Color Manual.

f. Attachment 1 – Provisioning Technical Documentation (PTD)

g. Attachment 2 – Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP) 2.4 Commercial Documents - The following documents form a part of this Specification to the extent specified here. The documents shall be the version listed by number and date from the referenced industry organization. Commercial documents may be listed in the Department of Defense Index of Specifications and Standards (DODISS).

2.4.1 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)

a. IEEE Standard 45, Recommended Practice and Electrical Installation on Shipboard, 2002

2.4.2 International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)

a. ANSI/ISO/IEC 17025:2005, General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories.

b. IEC Standard 61131-3, System Hardware and Software Technical Requirements 2.4.3 American Society for Quality Control (ASQC)

a. ANSI/ASQC 9001-2008 – Quality Management Systems - Model for Quality Assurance in Design, Development, Production, Installation, and Servicing Requirements 2.4.4 National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

a. NEMA 250-2008, Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Maximum)

b. NEMA Standard ICS-1– Industrial Control and Systems (series), 2003 2.4.5 National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA)

a. NMEA 0183, National Marine Electronics Association NMEA 0183 Standard for Interfacing Marine Electronic Devices.

2.4.6 National Conference of Standards Laboratories (NSCL)

a. ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2006, Requirements for the Calibration of Measuring and Test Equipment 2.4.7 Electronic Industries Association (EIA)

a. EIA Standard RS-422A, Electrical Characteristics of Balanced Voltage Digital Interface Circuits.

2.5 Order of Precedence - In the event of a conflict between the text of this Specification and the references cited herein, this Specification shall take precedence. The Vendor is required to notify the Contracting Officer (KO) in writing for a resolution of any ambiguity or conflict found in these specifications.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

The Vendor shall provide all labor and material to provide a replacement for existing MARK 27 Gyrocompass systems, Sperry part number 1884068. The US Coast Guard will install the new gyrocompass system and associated equipment. Any materials and components sub-contracted for this procurement shall be the responsibility of the Vendor.

3.1 General Requirements 3.1.1 General The new gyrocompass system shall exceed or perform the same functions as the existing gyrocompass and it shall use fiber optic gyroscope (FOG) to replace the original gyroscope. The operator interface may be a computer or touch screen, selector switches, pushbuttons and indicator lights, or a combination. Indicator lights, if used, shall be a high efficiency, long life type.

The Vendor shall provide a reliability prediction to ensure the design of the gyrocompass system is adequate. The FOG reliability shall be presented in terms of Mean Time between Failures (MTBF). The Vendor shall provide the environmental conditions and factors under which the MTBF is defined. The reliability prediction shall be provided with the Vendors proposal submission for the gyrocompass system as identified in the Provisioning Technical Data (PTD), Attachment 1.

3.1.2 Equipment Compliance The new Gyrocompass system shall meet the applicable requirements of IEEE STD 45, UL 508, 46 CFR 111, and NEMA ICS 2. Enclosures for all equipment items shall be in compliance with NEMA 4.

3.1.3 Environmental Characteristics

a. Operating Temperature:

-25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F)

b. Storage Temperature:

-40°C to +75°C (-40°F to +167°F)

c. Humidity

0% to 90%, relative, non-condensing

d. Vibration:

MIL-STD-167 or 1 g sine (5 to 50 Hz) 3.1.4 Master Gyrocompass Physical Characteristics

a. Height:

45.7 cm (18 in) Maximum

b. Width:

38.1 cm (15 in) Maximum

c. Depth:

33.1 cm (13 in) Maximum

d. Weight: 27.2 Kg / 60 Lb Maximum

3.1.5 Interface Requirements

The new Fiber Optic Gyrocompass (FOG) system shall provide Own Ship’s Course (OSC) input (heading information). The system shall accept OSS (Own Ship’s Speed) data. An attitude and heading reference system shall be included.

The system shall use fiber optic gyroscope sensors and computers to locate north with a very high reliability and little maintenance during its service life. The unit shall utilize high speed digital processing in the determination of the ship’s attitude (heading), accepting all necessary reference inputs and providing all necessary attitude outputs. Ship’s attitude (heading) shall be available in synchronous, step and digital formats. All system interconnection hardware (connectors and cabling) required to interface system elements shall be included. If external controls are required, they shall be controlled by a laptop that is connected thru the serial or Ethernet port on the gyrocompass. The laptop will be supplied by the Coast Guard however the vendor shall provide the control software.

The following, as a minimum, shall be provided at the FOG Unit:

a. Visual indication of system status (Ready or Malfunction).

b. Power switch for application to the ship’s DC power system.

c. Elapsed time meter or event log that indicates cumulative hours in service.

d. The FOG shall be designed in a manner which allows it to be permanently attached to the ship’s structure and properly oriented since a fixed platform will provide an accurate (referenced) mounting surface for the FOG. The FOG shall include all necessary hold down hardware required to permanently attach it to the ship’s structure.

3.1.6 Self-Diagnostics/Built-In Tests (BIT) The gyrocompass system shall have built-in test (BIT) capability. Self-test shall be automatically performed each time the system is turned on. System shall perform continuous fault detection during normal operation. The system shall permit an operator-initiated test to be performed at any time to check system performance. Fault isolation shall be performed by the BIT to the Lowest Replaceable Unit (LRU) level. An LRU shall be defined as the lowest subassembly of any component of the system which can be replaced in the field (shipboard) in order to affect complete system repair (i.e., restore normal system operation).

3.2 Performance Requirements 3.2.1 Operating Criteria

a. Accuracy:

Heading - 0.35° Secant (Latitude) – 0-360 degrees

b. Dynamic Motion:

Roll - ± 40°

Pitch - ± 15°

Yaw - ±10°

c. Speed:

-10 to 90 Knots

d. Attitude:

Visual indication of heading is required.

e. Settling Times at Sea:

< 2 hours (full accuracy)

< 25 minutes (Coarse Alignment)

f. Power Requirements:

Input Voltage:

24VDC (nominal); 20-30 VDC range

g. Power Consumption:

60 Watts Maximum

3.3 System Inputs/Outputs

3.3.1 List of Interfaces

The gyrocompass shall be fitted with serial I/O ports. Each port may be configured to transmit the following interfaces:

a.

At least two (2) Serial Inputs RS422 b.

At least three (3) Serial Outputs RS422 These interfaces shall be user configured with software installed on a PC and connected to the system or similar configuration.

3.3.2 Input

a. Synchro Reference: 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Phase

b. System Power: 24VDC

3.3.3 Serial Data Inputs

Serial inputs shall consist of the following as necessary: RS422, GGA, GLL, GNS. VBW, VHW, VTG; 0183 NMEA messages

3.3.4 Output

Serial outputs shall consist of the following as necessary: RS422, ATT, HDT, ROT, XDR, NMEA messages

3.3.5 Alarm Relay Output

The system shall have a visual indication or an output to provide a warning alarm indicating malfunction that gyro accuracy/outputs may become degraded and that gyro should be inspected by the operator as soon as possible.

3.4 Identification and Labeling A manufacturers label plate shall be permanently affixed to each of the components provided. Label plates shall be corrosion resistant showing the following information as a minimum:

a. Manufacturer’s Model No.

b. Item Description

c. Serial Number

d. Year Built

3.5 Training

The Vendor shall provide onboard training of the ship’s personnel for the first installed gyrocompass system. Training may be performed during the support of Field Services. Training shall comprise operation and maintenance of the new equipment. The training shall include but is not limited to:

a. review of maintenance documentation

b. review of start-up and operational procedures

c. safety

d. settings and adjustments

e. interpretation of displayed sensor data

f. emergency procedures

g. troubleshooting and fault isolation The Vendor shall specify in the quotation all travel associated costs (airfares, car rentals, mileage, lodging, per diems, etc.) for the number of man hours/man days of training.

Training materials will be limited to the onboard technical documentation provided for the new equipment plus any additional training documents which will be provided by the Vendor and included in the training.

The Vendor shall prepare and sign a statement regarding the completion or waiver of training services. The Contracting Officers Representative (COR) or his representative shall obtain a release signature before departure of the Vendor or his representative. The Vendor shall forward a copy of the signed release document to the Contracting Officer (KO), with a Commissioning Technical Report.

3.6 Field Services Included in the cost of the equipment shall be the services of a field service engineer/technician to assist during set-up, testing, commissioning, light-off, and adjustment for optimum performance of the equipment and system. Future warranty work will be performed as needed in accordance with the Contract.

Field service support will be performed at the U.S. Coast Guard shipyard at Curtis Bay, Baltimore, MD.

The Vendor shall specify in the quotation a fixed price for the number of man hours/man days and travel included to accomplish this support.

a. All travel associated costs (airfares, car rentals, mileage, lodging, per diems, etc.) for the number of man hours/man days of technical services included in the quotation are to be included in the quotation.

b. An additional day rate for any potential future field service support required outside of any required warranty work. The quoted rate shall be good for one year after installation of the first gyrocompass system.

The Vendor shall prepare and sign a statement regarding the completion or waiver of commissioning services. The COR shall obtain a release signature before departure of the Vendor or his representative from the field service site. The Vendor shall forward a copy of the signed release document to the Contracting Officer (KO), with a Commissioning Technical Report.

3.7 Departure From Specification – Departure from the Specifications will not be allowed unless there is a direct benefit to the Government.

a. If the Vendor finds it necessary to change or depart from the applicable requirements he must request permission to do so from the Contracting Officer (KO) at the earliest possible time.

b. Requests by Vendors for changes shall clearly describe the changes proposed and the reason for and the advantages of the changes proposed. Also to be included is a detailed list of additional costs or savings (if any) that would result.

c. If the proposed change involves the substitution of another material or method for one specifically required, the complete Specification(s) covering the requested method or material shall be submitted.

3.8 Design Improvements

Proposals submitted for design improvements to equipment or process to simplify or improve reliability and/or maintainability, and to improve performance, are encouraged. Such proposals may be submitted at any time during the contract using the specification departure procedures as outlined herein.

3.9 Technical Documentation

Content for technical documentation (technical publications and drawings) to be provided shall be as defined herein and as defined in D-086-0508. The Vendor shall provide data rights documentation that allows publication on the Coast Guard Intranet and distribution to the Fleet. Quantities shall be provided as specified herein. Additional requirements for the content of technical documentation shall be as identified in Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP).

3.9.1 Technical Publications

a. The Vendor shall develop and provide a Technical Publication for the installation, operation and maintenance of the new components and system.

b. Draft Deliverable – One (1) paper and one (1) electronic draft copy of the Technical Publication shall be submitted for review and approval. Comments will be returned along with the assignment of a Coast Guard Document number.

c. Final Deliverable – One (1) paper (per ship set) and one (1) electronic copy of the Coast Guard approved Technical Publication shall be provided to the Coast Guard Contracting Officer or his/her representative. Electronic files include any source files used to produce the Technical Publication.

3.9.2 Drawings

a. The Vendor shall develop and provide system/component drawings and diagrams in AutoCADtm version 2009 in accordance with COMDTINST M9085.1 (Series) "Naval Engineering Computer Aided Design Standards." Standard Coast Guard drawing border templates are available via the internet at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/elcbalt/ or upon request via the Coast Guard Contracting Officer or his/her representative.

b. Draft Deliverable – One (1) paper and one (1) electronic copy of preliminary Drawings shall be submitted for review and approval. Comments will be returned along with the assignment of a Coast Guard Drawing number.

c. Final Deliverables - One (1) paper (per ship set) and one (1) electronic copy of Coast Guard approved Drawings shall be provided to the Coast Guard Contracting Officer or his/her representative. Electronic files include any source files used to produce the Drawings.

3.10 Integrated Logistics Support The Vendor shall provide the following logistical support and information for the Gyrocompass system. Revised documentation in response to the Government’s initial review shall be deliverable prior to any subsequent Gyrocompass system deliveries. Modifications made to the equipment provided during the term of the contract must be accompanied by updates of all the following that relate to those changes.

3.10.1 Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP) The Vendor shall be provide Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP) in accordance with Attachment 2 and shall include a parts list containing all of the installed parts, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), OEM part or assembly numbers, the OEM’s name and address, the OEM’s cage code, quantity used in each equipment, and shall be keyed to the provided drawings. All spare parts necessary for overhaul of a unit shall be identified in the printed technical documents supplied.

3.10.2 Recommended Spare Parts List The Vendor shall provide with the EDFP/PTD a recommended spare parts list for onboard repair parts (OBRP) and stock system parts. The spare parts list shall list applicable manufacturer’s maintenance tasks for each line item (both preventive and corrective).

a. Onboard Spare Parts – Onboard spare parts are items that unit personnel can replace without additional special tools or technical support.

b. System Stock - System stock shall be the long lead time materials (materials with lead times over 90 days) and manufacturer designated critical items.

3.10.3 OEM Maintenance Requirements

The Vendor shall provide OEM maintenance recommendations, in addition to the maintenance recommendations in the Technical Publication, to allow for USCG the development of Maintenance Procedure Cards. Guidance for providing this information can be found in Chapter 5 of the USCG Planned Maintenance System Development Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00-230-S. The Vendor shall identify at least the following line items:

a. Applicable Maintenance Task Code

b. Maintenance Procedure Title

c. Maintenance Procedure Interval

d. Maintenance Procedure Description

e. Maintenance Procedure Sequenced Tasks

f. Maintenance Procedure

g. Maintenance Procedure Task Type

h. Associated Parts LCN

i. Associated Parts Name

j. Associated Parts Part Number

k. Quantity of Parts per Maintenance Task

l. Associated Parts Unit of Issue

m. Associated Parts Shelf Life

n. Associated Parts Unit Price

o. Special Tools and Equipment Nomenclature

p. Special Tools and Equipment Cage

q. Special Tools and Equipment PN/NSN Task Descriptions

3.11 Tests, Inspections, and Reports The Coast Guard reserves the right to witness any or all of tests performed. The Vendor shall retain records of all tests and submit them to the Contracting Officers representative (COR). A report on the following tests shall be submitted which shall include description of test set-up and procedure, photographs from two adjacent sides, logs of times for start and finish and any measurements taken during the test. Testing shall meet the requirements as identified below.

3.11.1 Factory Testing (FT) The Vendor shall develop and provide a Factory Test and Evaluation Plan to the USCG COR for review and comment. All sections of the Plan must be provided in sufficient detail to fully verify all performance requirements detailed in this document. Each complete gyrocompass system shall be factory tested and inspected. The testing and inspection shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Operation of the complete gyrocompass system for one (1) hour. Data shall be monitored and recorded on 10 minute intervals.

b. A Factory Test report shall be provided for each gyrocompass system.

3.11.2 Installation Test Plan and Support The Vendor shall develop an Installation Test Plan for use by the installing activity. The Installation Test Plan shall fully address all features and capabilities of the equipment and shall fully demonstrate the proper installation, startup, and operation of the equipment.

The following information shall be included but not limited to in the Installation Test Plan:

a. Interconnection (i.e., fabrication and installation of connectors and cabling) of all system components as well as the interface of the system with the ship’s systems.

b. A basic system confidence test, consisting of system turn-on and verification of operation in the (1) test and (2) normal modes

c. Determination, entry, and storage of all system calibration and configuration parameters. In particular, recommendations must be made concerning the entry of the optical alignment calibration factors.

d. Test Report data requirements.

The Government will provide the labor and equipment for performance of the installation tests. Installation testing support by the Vendor shall be provided as a part of the Field Services.

3.12 Workmanship

a. All workmanship, materials, and components must be of the highest quality in every respect and of new manufacture and in full conformance with this Specification and associated drawings and documents.

b. All materials and components must be of first quality in every respect and of new manufacture. No use of used materials or components will be permitted.

c. Welded parts shall be free of weld splatter, porosity, undercuts and other defects.

d. Work on all critical and or load bearing parts shall only be performed by properly certified craftsmen. Certificates shall be made available upon request.

e. All parts shall be free of burrs and sharp or ragged edges.

3.13 Notifications and Inspections – The Vendor shall notify the COR in writing at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the performance of any inspections or testing.

4.0

QUALITY ASSURANCE

4.1 General - The Vendor shall maintain an inspection system which shall insure that each item offered to the Coast Guard for acceptance or approval conforms to the contract requirements. The inspection system shall be documented and available for review by the Coast Guard.

4.2 Records - The Vendor shall maintain records of all inspections and tests. The records as a minimum shall indicate the nature and number of observations made, the number and type of deficiencies found, and the corrective action taken. The Vendor shall provide the CG Quality Assurance Inspector with completed copies of the certification testing results upon completion of testing. A copy of the test certification, including any tests by outside vendors or tests of subcontracted materials, shall be provided to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and the quality assurance inspector when issued.

4.3 Calibration System - The Vendor shall maintain a test equipment calibration program in compliance with ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2006. The program shall be documented and traceable to the National Institute of Standards (NIST).

4.4 Responsibility for Inspection – The Vendor shall be responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements specified herein. The Vendor shall provide space, personnel, and test equipment for the conduct of all inspection requirements. All inspection and testing shall be performed at the Vendor’s plant or at other facilities acceptable to the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard reserves the rights to verify or have performed any of the inspections that are deemed necessary to assure that supplies and services conform to the prescribed requirements.

4.5 Responsibility for Compliance – All items shall meet the provisions of Sections 3, 4 and 5 of this Specification. The inspections set forth in this Specification shall become part of the Vendor’s overall inspection system or quality program. The absence of any inspection requirements in the Specification shall not relieve the Vendor of the responsibility of assuring that all products or supplies submitted to the government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract. Sampling for quality conformance does not authorize submission of known defective material (either indicated or actual) nor does it commit the government to acceptance of defective material.

4.6 Quality Assurance Plan – The Vendor shall maintain a Quality Assurance Plan in accordance with ANSI/ASQC Q9001-2008 which shall insure that each item offered to the Coast Guard for acceptance or approval conforms to the contract requirements. The inspection system shall be documented and available for review by the Contracting Officer/Quality Assurance Representative.

4.7 Tests and Inspections – The inspections/tests as defined in Section 3 are the minimum required and are not intended to supplant any controls, examination, inspections or tests normally employed by the Vendor to assure the quality of the item in question.

4.8 Failure Responsibility – If the specified item fails to pass any inspection/test the Vendor shall provide a Corrective Action Report (CAR) to document the failure and the recommended fix to the Contracting Officer. If approved, the corrective action on the materials or processes shall be taken in accordance with this Section.

4.8.1 Corrective Action Remedies

a. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to totally reject any failed item without considering any suggested corrective action.

b. The inspection/test shall be discontinued until all corrective action has been taken.

c. After all corrective actions have been taken the inspection/test shall be continued or repeated at the option of the Contracting Officer.

d. Acceptance shall be withheld until re-inspection has been shown that the corrective action was successful and the item satisfactorily passes all inspections and tests.

e. All corrective actions shall be documented as part of the Vendor’s inspection system and submitted for approval to the Contracting Officer.

f. Each CAR shall include, but not be limited to the cause of each defect, corrective action suggested, and the steps taken to prevent a recurrence of each defect.

4.9 Test and Inspection Reports – One (1) copy of any required inspection, test or tolerance check shall be sent to the Contracting Officers Representative. A copy of any test, inspection or tolerance report shall be turned over to the Quality Assurance Representative upon arrival at the Vendor’s plant.

4.10 Packing Inspection – The Contracting Officer shall be notified prior to the packaging and marking of the completed units in accordance with Section 5.0 of this Specification.

5.0

PRESERVATION, PACKING, AND MARKING

a. The gyrocompass system components shall be preserved, packaged and marked for shipping as an Equipment Unit in accordance with SFLC-D-084-0481. The gyrocompass system components shall be packaged in a minimum number of shipping containers suitable for shipment to the Government as directed, temporary storage uncovered in the weather, and then reshipment by the Government (within CONUS) to the installing activity.

b. Parts supplied under this contract shall be preserved, packaged and marked for shipping as Parts in accordance with SFLC-D-084-0481.

c. The Vendor shall prepare a Preservation, Packaging and Marking Plan in accordance with SFLC-D-084-0481. The plan shall be provided to the Government Quality Inspector prior to the preservation, packaging and marking of the first gyrocompass system delivery order. The plan shall discuss the proposed preservation and packaging methods, and spare parts. The plan shall also have draft samples of all proposed markings.

d. The intent is for the Quality Inspector to review and advise the Vendor of potential issues, prior to the preservation, packaging and marking of the first units. The Government reserves the right to inspect the preservation, packaging and marking of all units and parts, prior to release for shipment.

6.0

NOTES

6.1 Potential Sources - Manufacturers meeting the technical requirements of this Specification are as follows but are not limited to the following:

a. Gyro Systems Company (Sperry MK27F)

5716 Southern Blvd.

Virginia Beach, VA 23642

PH: 757-499-5277

FX: 757-499-1062

www.gyrosystems.com

b. IXSEA, Inc. (OCTANS III)

Boston, MA

PH: 781-937-8800

FX: 781-937-8806

http://www.ixsea.com/pdf/br-octans-2012-02-web.pdf 6.2 Government and Commercial Document Sources

6.2.1 Government Documents

a. USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center 2401 Hawkins Point Road

Baltimore, MD 21226-5000

ATTN: Auxiliary Machinery Branch, code 025

410-762-6764 6.2.2 Commercial Documents

a. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

212-642-4900

b. American Society for Quality Control (ASQC)

600 North Plankinton Avenue

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203

800-248-1946

FAX 414-272-1734

c. American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM)

100 Barr Harbor Drive

West Conshohocken, PA. 19428-2959

610-832-9585

FAX 610-832-9555

d. American Welding Society (AWS)

550 N. W. Lejeune Road

Miami FL. 33126

305-443-9353

FAX 305-443-7559

e. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

3 Park Avenue, 17th Floor

New York, NY 10016-5997

212-419-7900

f. International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

1, ch. de la Voie-Creuse, Case postale 56 CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland

41-22-749-01-11 Fax 41-22-733-34-30

g. National Conference of Standards Laboratories (NCSL)

2995 Wilderness Place, Suite 107

Boulder, Colorado 80301-5404

303 - 440-3339

FAX 303 - 440-3384

h. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

1300 North 17th Street

Suite 1752 Rosslyn, Virginia 22209

703-841-3200

Fax: 703-841-5900

i. National Marine Electronics Association

7 Riggs Avenue

Severna Park, MD 21146

410-975-9425

Fax: 410-975-9450 www.nmea.org

j. Electronics Industries Association (EIA)

2500 Wilson Boulevard

Arlington, VA 22201-3834

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