RFQ 1305M222QNCNM0072 (28-JUL-2022).pdf

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0001 Base research vessel per the Statement of Work (SOW)

DELIVERY DATE: 12/31/2023

SHIP TO:

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination

1.00 EA

OPT

0002 Option A. Aft Deck Length Stretch

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0003 Option B. Midships Hull Length Stretch

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0004 Option C. A-Frame

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0005 Option D. Science and Hauling Winch

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0006 Option E. Universal Pole Mount

1.00 EA

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SCHEDULE Continued

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

0007 Option F. Seawater Sampling System

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0008 Option G. Satellite Telephone

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0009 Option H. Small Boat

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

0010 Option I. Vessel Delivery

GRAY'S REEF NAT'L MARINE SANCT

10 OCEAN SCIENCE CIRCLE

/N/ORM6X13

SAVANNAH GA 31411

FOB : Destination Period of Performance: 08/01/2022 to 12/31/2023

1.00 EA

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Table of Contents

Statement of Work

1330-52.203-71aa NOTICE OF POST-GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT RESTRICTIONS (OCT 2015)

1330-52.215-70 SCHEDULE OF DELIVERABLES

1330-52.243-70aa REQUESTS FOR EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENT (OCT 2017)

1330-52.270-304aa NOAA ACQUISITION AND GRANTS OFFICE OMBUDSMAN (OCT 2016)

1352.201-70aa CONTRACTING OFFICER´s AUTHORITY (APR 2010)

1352.201-72aa CONTRACTING OFFICER`S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) (APR 2010)

1352.208-70aa RESTRICTIONS ON PRINTING AND DUPLICATING (APR 2010)

1352.209-73aa COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAWS (APR 2010)

1352.209-74aa ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST (APR 2010)

1352.246-70aa PLACE OF ACCEPTANCE (APR 2010)

52.202-1aa DEFINITIONS (JUN 2020)

52.203-12aa LIMITATION ON PAYMENTS TO INFLUENCE CERTAIN FEDERAL TRANSACTIONS (JUN 2020)

52.203-17aa CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS AND REQUIREMENT TO INFORM EMPLOYEES OF WHISTLEBLOWER

RIGHTS (JUN 2020)

52.204-4aa PRINTED OR COPIED DOUBLE-SIDED ON POSTCONSUMER FIBER CONTENT PAPER (MAY 2011)

52.204-13aa SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE (OCT 2018)

52.204-18aa COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE (AUG 2020)

52.204-19aa INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014)

52.212-4aa CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)... 48

52.212-5aa CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS--COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY 2022)

52.217-7aa OPTION FOR INCREASED QUANTITY--SEPARATELY PRICED LINE ITEM (MAR 1989)

52.232-11aa EXTRAS (APR 1984)

52.232-39aa UNENFORCEABILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED OBLIGATIONS (JUNE 2013)

52.232-40aa PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS (NOV 2021)

52.252-2aa CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

1352.233-70aa AGENCY PROTESTS (APR 2010)

1352.233-71aa GAO AND COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS PROTESTS (APR 2010)

1352.242-70aa POSTAWARD CONFERENCE (APR 2010)

52.204-7aa SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

52.204-16aa COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTING (AUG 2020)

52.204-22aa ALTERNATIVE LINE ITEM PROPOSAL (JAN 2017)

52.204-24aa REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR

EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

52.211-6aa BRAND NAME OR EQUAL (AUG 1999)

52.212-1aa INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

52.212-3aa OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY

2022)

52.217-5aa EVALUATION OF OPTIONS (JUL 1990)

52.225-18aa PLACE OF MANUFACTURE (AUG 2018)

52.233-2aa SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)

52.252-1aa SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

Instructions to Offerors and Evaluation Criteria

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CLAUSES

Statement of Work

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Statement of Work Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary

New Research Vessel

100 General Information

Background The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) requires a new and unused aluminum vessel for research, resource protection, and education/outreach operations. The vessel will range throughout the Gray’s Reef NMS area and up to approximately 80 nautical miles (nm) offshore. The vessel will homeport in Savannah, GA, and from there will support NOAA and partner scientists on a wide variety of missions.

This specification is not intended to provide detailed instructions for construction practices, structural design, arrangement, or outfitting materials of the vessel. Rather, the Contractor shall apply best industry design and construction practices to meet all requirements stated herein, and will comply with all relevant regulations and standards. The Government may identify particular items within this document that the Government feels requires additional clarification or suggestion in order to meet mission requirements.

The Contractor will provide all labor, materials, tooling, engineering, drawings, and support actions required by this document, and by the regulatory authorities referenced herein, with the exception of those items indicated as Government Furnished Materials (GFM) if any.

The Government has successfully contracted for other research vessels (RVs) including the NOAA RV Storm Petrel based in Port Angeles, WA, NOAA RV Auk based in Scituate, MA and is aware of several other research vessels built by other agencies including the RV Sound Guardian operated by the King County, WA Environmental Laboratory and the RV Gulf Surveyor operated by the University of New Hampshire Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping.

These similar vessels may be used as examples for this requirement.

The Government intends to contract for a Base vessel with several Optional Items to be awarded subject to availability of funding and at the Government’s discretion. Optional items may be awarded at time of contract award or a later date. The Base vessel shall be designed and constructed taking in to consideration the future installation of all Optional Items. The contractor shall indicate in their proposal the date (or number of days after award), when the Government must make go/no-go decisions on each Optional item to not delay delivery or incur any additional cost.

Mission Requirements The vessel will be designed for coastal and open ocean operations, and will incorporate robust structures, reliable equipment, and flexible arrangements to allow the completion of a wide variety of missions.

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Per year, the vessel will operate for an average of 120 days, 1300 main engine hours, and transit over 14,000 miles. All structures, systems, and equipment will be designed and constructed to provide a service life of 20 years. Mission types will include:

Benthic Habitat Mapping Habitat condition studies Passive Acoustic Monitoring Fish monitoring and research ROV Deployments Ocean observations and data analysis Education and Outreach Mooring deployment & recovery Monitoring & inspection Natural resource protection & recovery Marine mammal/turtle disentanglement Marine debris recovery

Arrangement The vessel arrangement will be in accordance with the following requirements:

Item: Requirements:

Hull form Displacement catamaran Pilothouse Foredeck level, forward, 65 sq. ft. min.* Dry lab Main deck aft, 55 sq. ft. min.* Wet lab Main deck aft, 30 sq. ft. min.* Galley & Mess Main deck midships, 60 sq. ft. min.* Internal storage 125 cu. ft. min. distributed among the labs, mess, pilothouse, head, and focsles.

Additional 200 cu. ft. min. to be provided in below deck spaces.

Berthing (6 total) Main deck; convertible settee at mess, 2 bunks 72” x 24” min.

Starboard (stbd) focsle; 2 fixed bunks, 76” x 24”, positioned athwartships under foredeck.

Port focsle; 2 folding bunks, 76” x 24”, positioned fore and aft, hinged to stow at hull sides.

Head Main deck, 1 each, with integral shower, accessed from vessel exterior, 12.5 sq. ft. min.

Aft working deck Main deck, 270 sq. ft. min.** Upper deck and flying bridge

Upper deck, 270 sq. ft. min.** Flying bridge console fitted with Sunbrella or equal weather cover.

*These deck areas include normal furnishings.

**These deck areas include equipment installed in the location.

Principal Characteristics Length on deck Approximately 50’ Length overall Approximately 54’ Beam on deck Approximately 18.5’

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Beam over guards Approximately 19’ Draft, at full load 5.0’ maximum Max. overnight capacity 6 persons (in-port) Max. day-trip capacity 2 crew + 16 passengers

Performance When loaded as indicated below, the vessel will meet the following performance criteria:

Minimum loading and weather conditions:

Compliment 12 persons total at 220# each* Equipment payload 5,000 lbs.* Fuel Full, capacity as required* Freshwater 150 gallons* Blackwater 0 gallons* Wind and waves Calm

(*These items constitute the “full load condition” for Sea Trials.)

Required minimum performance on main diesel engine power:

Range 270nm with 10% reserve remaining in fuel tanks at cruise speed Cruise speed 20.5 knots at no more than 85% rated power

Environmental Conditions The vessel and all systems will be fully operational in ambient air temperatures of 32F to 100F, and ambient seawater temperatures from 50F to 90F.

The vessel, all systems, and all components will be fully operational in winds up to 30 knots and seas up to 6 feet in significant wave height (SWH), although these conditions may require a reduced cruise speed and preclude over-the-side operations. The vessel, all systems, and all components will tolerate winds of up to 50 knots and seas up to 10 feet SWH at best heading and speed without damage.

Manning The vessel will be fully operable by a minimum crew consisting of one Captain and one Mate while no passengers are aboard. Manning for operations with passengers aboard will be determined by mission type and passenger distribution.

Regulatory Requirements and Standards The vessel will be constructed in accordance with the following regulations and standards in effect at time of delivery of the vessel:

United States Coast Guard (USCG) – Subchapter T, 46 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) parts 175-187 USCG – Subchapter T, 46 CFR part 161 USCG – Subchapter I, 46 CFR part 97.40-10

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American Boating and Yachting Council (ABYC) National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) American Welding Society (AWS) Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) US Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) NOAA Small Boat Safety and Procedures Manual University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) Research Vessel Safety Standards (RVSS_ Edition 10, July 2015, Appendix B for lifting systems

Stability The vessel will be designed and constructed to meet all applicable subdivision and stability requirements of 46 CFR Subchapter T when operating on exposed waters. Water-tight collision bulkheads will be fitted in each hull forward. The builder will provide calculations documenting representative load cases, and a final Stability Booklet, in accordance with USCG standards. The builder will also provide an Operational Profile table and graph indicating allowable vessel speeds across a full range of wave heights.

Access to spaces and equipment Throughout the vessel exterior, interior, and below-deck spaces, suitable access to all structures, systems, components, and furnishings will be provided for inspection, maintenance, repair, and cleaning. The term “suitable access” is defined as within sight and within reach. The term “within sight” may include the use of inspection mirrors, however, any items visible through a mirror must still be within reach. The term “within reach” means that a person 5’-6” tall and of average proportions can physically touch the item or location without undue strain.

Where structures, systems, and components (including wiring and piping) must be covered to attain functionality of other features, those coverings will be easily removable or fitted with access hatches.

NOAA may accept deviations from the access requirements above, but will do so only upon review of written requests defining the reasons for limiting suitable access and offering mitigating approaches to attain the desired goals.

Mooring Positions The vessel will normally tie up with the dock to the port side. The positioning of equipment, control stations, liquid fill fittings, and related features will accommodate this preference.

However, the vessel will moor to either side in various other locations. Fittings on both sides of the vessel must offer uniformly accessible fittings for mooring.

200 Structures

General Requirements All welding will be performed by individuals holding current USCG approved certification for the material, thickness, and position employed in the work.

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Structural design shall be in accordance with an internationally recognized classification society for this size of vessel, for example; Del Norske Veritas-Germanischer Lloyd (DNV GL), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), etc. Allowable operational distance from safe refuge will not be less than 50nm in winter and 100nm in summer. The vessel structure will be designed to allow a sustained cruise speed of 20.5 knots in waves up to 3.6’ high.

The surfaces of all plating and structural members will be free from oxides and other contaminants before tacking or production welding commences.

Hull and superstructure will be fair and free from buckles and uneven edges. Exterior plate unfairness will not exceed one half the thickness of the plating between frames and stiffeners.

Structural member unfairness will not exceed the thickness of the member. Alignment of stiffener ends will be within one half the thickness of the thinner member.

All weld spatter and soot will be removed, and all construction scars will be filled. All sharp edges and corners will be dressed to prevent hazards to personnel and equipment. All joints will be neatly and accurately made. Faying surfaces shall be free from gaps, hollows, or warping.

Shims, inserts, or excess filler metal will not be used to correct improper fit.

Hull and Superstructures The hull and superstructures will adhere to the structural calculations, lofting data, and drawings supplied by the contractor or their design agent. No deviation from the structures so defined will be accepted without Government approval of a written proposal from the yard that includes written acceptance by the design agent. Materials will conform to the following schedule:

Component: Material and alloy:

Hull plating 5083 H-116/321 per American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) B298

Deck plating 5083 H-116/321 per ASTM B298 Superstructure plating 5083 H-116/321 per ASTM B298 Extrusions, above WL 6061-T6 per ASTM B308-20 Extrusions, below WL 5086-T6 per ASTM B221

Alternative materials may be considered if defined in a written proposal that explains the reasons for deviation, and the impacts to cost, longevity, and repairability.

Keels Where exposed propellers are installed, fabricated keels or skegs will be installed to protect large marine animals from contact with the propellers. Keels and skegs will be shaped and faired to minimize turbulence and drag.

Stem Reinforcement The stem and forefoot of each hull, from 12” above to 18” below dynamic waterline, will be reinforced to prevent structural damage from contact with floating debris (small logs, lumber, etc.) while the vessel is at cruise speed. Reinforcement will prevent damage from items up to 4”

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diameter by 20’ long when those are oriented perpendicular to hull centerline and struck in the middle. In this case bottom paint damage is not considered structural.

Bulwarks Bulwarks will be installed forward on the main deck to provide crew and equipment protection.

Piping and wiring will not be located within these bulwarks. Bulwarks will also be installed ahead of and along the sides of the upper deck, and these may contain piping and wiring.

Handrails will be placed atop all bulwarks directly adjacent to decks normally transited by personnel.

Scuppers and Drains Weather deck scuppers will be installed as required by regulatory authorities. Scupper openings will be divided into sections no greater than 4” wide or tall. Where decks can accumulate water, drains that discharge overboard will be installed. The puddling of water in any weather deck location will be precluded by design or drains.

Deck Tie-down Fittings Threaded sockets will be installed flush to the top surface of the deck plating. These will be lined with 3/4”- Unified National Coarse (UNC) internally threaded inserts of stainless steel with a depth of 1.5”. A total of 80 each sockets will be installed in the aft and upper decks, grouped into 24” grid patterns, with groups of sockets at locations specified by the Government. A total of 15 each 3/4”-UNC stainless steel threaded eye bolts will be provided loose for use in the threaded deck sockets. Sockets and eye bolts will be rated for 500 pounds minimum safe working load in any direction. Threaded nylon flush plugs will be provided and installed to seal all sockets when not in use.

Engine Removal Hatches Hinged access hatches will be installed in the main deck over each propulsion engine to facilitate removal. These will be gasketed, sealed when closed, secured with latches or dogs from the upper side, and fitted with pneumatic struts to reduce opening weight to less than 30 pounds. The hatches will be rated for the same loading as the main deck. Hatch gutters and drains will preclude the accumulation of dirt and water. Hatch gaskets, adhesives, and sealants will be of types that can withstand deck surface temperatures up to 150F.

Access Hatches Water-tight cast aluminum access hatches (Freeman Marine or equal) will be installed in the main deck to service each hull compartment below, including the engine rooms. These hatches will be flush to the deck, have hinged covers, and be secured by quick release mechanisms with handles on both sides. All hatches will be fitted with means to attached padlocks, or similar features, to prevent opening. The hatch rings will have gutters that are drained overboard. Hatch gaskets, adhesives, and sealants will be of a material that can withstand deck surface temperatures up to 150F.

Fendering Fendering will be installed around the main deck edge, the stern platforms, and along the hull side. Fendering will be arranged similarly to that on NOAA RV Auk, RV Shearwater, and RV

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Fulmar. Fendering is not required across the transom in way of the stern platforms or A-frame.

Fendering will be formed of rubber or aluminum as follows.

If used, rubber fendering will be attached in a manner that precludes corrosion of supporting structures and hull surfaces. Faying surfaces will be coated with epoxy before fender installation.

Mechanical fasteners, if used, used will either be galvanically compatible with the supporting structure and the rubber extrusion, or galvanically isolated. The fender material selected will protect the hull from incidental contact with piers and pilings, and provide a cushioning effect in the event of harder contacts.

If used, aluminum fenders will be of extruded sections continuously welded to the hull. Wall thickness and sectional shape will be selected to provide protection from incidental contact with piers and pilings, and also to deform or crush prior to significant damage of the hull structure.

Aluminum fenders will be fitted with threaded ports of 3/8” Female Pipe Thread (FPT) to allow for draining and pressure testing, these closed by nylon square-head plugs.

Mooring Fittings Fabricated bollards or cast cleats will be positioned at the corners of the vessel, and evenly spaced along the hull sides for a total of four fittings per side. The forward and aft fittings will have a safe working load in all directions equal to the bollard pull generated by both main engines at full power. Intermediate fittings will have a safe working load of 75% of the fore and aft fittings. Forward and aft mooring fittings will be sized for 1.25” diameter mooring lines, and intermediate fittings sized for 1” diameter mooring lines. Fittings will be provided with hawse pipes through bulwarks where necessary, and mounted on heavy insert plates recessed into the deck. All edges of fittings, inserts, hawse pipes, and recesses will be softened to prevent line chafe.

Fender tie-off cleats of 10” overall length will be installed on the main deck outside of or within the bulwarks, four per side, positioned adjacent to mooring fittings. All edges of the cleats will be softened to prevent line chafe.

Masts A mast assembly with pipe bracing will be installed to support lights and antennae. The mast will bolt in place to facilitate installation and removal. Welded steps or rungs will be installed to provide crew access to all devices and cables mounted on the mast. All wires and cables will be run on the outside of the mast structure. The mast assembly will incorporate 5 square feet of unused horizontal mounting area to each side for the temporary or permanent installation of additional equipment.

Walking Flats and Steps Walking flats or nonskid surface coatings will be installed in all non-manned hull spaces where required to ensure safe access to the structure and equipment. Flats, where installed, will be of aluminum plate or fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) grid, and will be non-rattling. Access hatches will be installed wherever flats cover valves, controls, meters, gauges, or other equipment requiring routine access or inspection. Flats will be installed in sections, each of a size that can be removed, passed through the deck hatch in the space, and then reinstalled by two

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crewmembers without cutting or undue strain. Handrails and handholds will be installed adjacent to and above walking flats so that at least one-handed support is available in any location. All walking flats will have nonskid surfaces.

Steps will be installed throughout the vessel interior and exterior to prevent the crew and scientists from stepping on pipes, fittings, wires, brackets, or other features installed. Particular attention will be paid to provide steps in areas of routine maintenance.

Stern Platforms The vessel will be fitted with a permanently attached platform on each transom for use in diving and recovery operations. The platforms will project nominally three feet aft of the transoms, and be as wide as possible. Each platform will be provided with the following features:

Item: Description:

Surface Nonslip, self-draining Toerail 2” high, full perimeter Dive ladders Port and starboard, articulating, reach 42” below surface when deployed, secured in place up and down, nonslip T-style treads, pipe handrails, 400-pound safe working load.

Hand rails Along transom, to each ladder Grab rails Under platform edge aft and to each side (for divers in water)

Exterior Railings and Handholds Rails will be installed at the perimeter of all decks and atop the all bulwarks so that personnel can transit the entire deck while holding at least one rail. Rails will be 40” high at the top of the top member, and include three evenly spaced courses. Around the aft working deck, rails will include three quick-release openings (port, starboard, aft) as directed by NOAA. Rails will not impinge on the deployment of life rafts, or the operation of any deck gear.

Additional handrails 40” in height will be installed across the fore and aft ends of the main cabin.

Local handholds will be installed near doors, ladders, hatches, masts, and all other items where deck perimeter rails are not available, and as directed by the Government.

Ladders and Stairs Vertical or inclined ladders will be installed below all through-deck access hatches into hull spaces. An inclined ladder will be installed from the main deck to the upper deck. Stairways will be installed port and starboard to allow access from the side decks to the foredeck. Stairways will also be installed from the aft deck down to the two stern platforms. Ladder step spacing and position will be ergonomically designed for safe transit. All inclined ladders and stairways require handrails on both sides. However, vertical ladders will not require separate handrails if the vertical members form effective handholds.

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300 Mission Support Equipment

General Requirements Unless otherwise stated below, all machinery and equipment installed will be rated for continuous duty in the working environment described in this document.

Piping and components will be marked or coded with the system served and flow direction.

Valves, switches, and all other controls will be labeled with system served and function. All lubrication fluids, hydraulic oils, and greases will be of types that mitigate harm to the environment in the event spills occur.

Piping will be supported as required by USCG standards. Pipe supports will either be of a type that do not allow moisture to build up on pipe surfaces beneath clamps, or pipes will be covered in protective materials where they rest in clamps.

Pipe, cable, and other penetrations through decks, bulkheads, and superstructures, will be watertight, and shall isolate heat, vibration, and noise transmission to or through the hull structure.

Major component removals shall be accomplished without structural cutting, and with the minimum takedown possible. All components, parts, and fittings will be arranged to maximize the ease of inspection and service.

Component brands and models selected will be supported by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized service providers in the continental United States, unless otherwise approved by the Government.

Dive Support Dive support equipment will be provided and installed in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Dive gear stowage Across aft side of cabin aft bulkhead on main deck. Shelves of 12” depth positioned every 16” in height. Raised lips on shelves to retain gear. One each folding table ~24” x 36” to stbd side.

Dive bench (1) Seating 6 divers, 3 per side. Rack for 12 tanks in center. Gear stowage below seats. Fold-out work table at forward end. Rubber pads at deck contact points. Secures anywhere on deck tie-down grid.

Tank stowage Stowage rack(s) for 16 additional tanks on main deck, close to dive station. Tanks securely restrained for all weather conditions.

Signal flags Diver-down flag, Alpha flag, and required rigging to hoist both on mast.

Utility Crane One knuckle-boom type utility crane will be installed on the upper deck to the port side in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Power Hydraulically powered by vessel system Location Crane positioned to allow launch and recovery of the optional small boat, PAGE 15 OF 70 1305M222QNCNM0072 dive bench, and any equipment positioned under the A-frame while in the forward position. Crane position will also allow hoisting a 1300# load from a dock to the vessel’s port side with the load initially centered 10’ minimum from the vessel side.

Capacities 4500# min SWL at 4.4’ reach, and 770# min. SWL at 20.9’ (max) reach, both including suitable safety factor for the vessel operating in 4’ waves (SWH) from any direction. Maximum reach attained by one manual extension is acceptable. Crane and foundation will obstruct the least working deck area possible.

Winch 3000# minimum SWL HDPE line long enough to reach 50’past boom end at full extension. Safety hook at live end.

Controls Controls positioned in station on aft end of upper deck. Valves to be proportional, and include adjustable flow controls for each spool.

Controls arranged for an aft-facing operator. Station to have weather-tight hinged cover.

Construction and Finish

Marine-grade cylinders to minimize wear and corrosion. Marine-grade primers and paint to minimize corrosion and prolong life cycle. Crane provided with weather-tight fabric cover.

Certification Crane will be load tested to 100% of rated load throughout range of articulation, and to 150% of rated load in the static condition for five minutes. A written report will be provided.

Marking Crane will be fitted with a load/distance chart indicating allowable loads at four-foot increments from fully retracted to fully extended, including each extension. In addition, the crane will have a permanently affixed placard indicating manufacturer’s name and serial number.

Transducer Cofferdams Cofferdams will be installed to allow the future installation of up to two, flush-mounted, fixed transducers in each hull bottom (four total). All transducers will be approximately 6” in diameter by 8” in depth. Cofferdams will be constructed of aluminum plate equal to hull thickness. Each cofferdam will be accessed by one or more bolt-in access and inspection plates, and will be vented into the hull just below main deck. Watertight penetrations will be installed in the cofferdam top for one cable to each transducer (four total). Navigational equipment transducers required elsewhere in this specification will be installed within these cofferdams if possible.

Cable Ducts Cable ducts of 4” aluminum pipe will be installed to allow the passage of temporary electronics cables to various interior areas. Ducts will be provided with water-tight covers (Cam-lok or equal) to close them when not in use, and brush-seals to reduce heat and insect transmission when in use. The interior of all ducts will be free from sharp edges and rough surfaces to preclude the abrasion of cables. All ducts will be positioned to reduce their impingement on vessel activities and equipment. Ducts will be installed in the following locations:

Dry lab to aft deck, one each, ~66” above deck Dry lab to upper deck, one each, with ~12” tall x 6” radius gooseneck Wet lab to aft deck, one each, ~66” above deck Pilothouse to upper deck, one each, ~24” above upper deck

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Foundations Welded foundations and associated substructures will be installed in the vessel to accommodate the future installation of an A-frame, science winch, and multibeam pole mount. Installation of these options will therefore require no welding to or cutting of the structure. See option section 900 for details on those devices.

400 Propulsion

General Requirements Unless otherwise stated below, all machinery and equipment installed will be rated for continuous duty in the working environment described in this document.

Piping and components will be marked or coded with the system served and flow direction.

Valves, switches, and all other controls will be labeled with system served and function. All lubrication fluids, hydraulic oils, and greases will be of a type that mitigates harm to the environment in the event spills occur.

Piping will be supported as required by USCG standards. Pipe supports will either be of a type that do not allow moisture to build up on pipe surfaces beneath clamps, or pipes will be covered in protective materials where they rest in clamps.

The engines, transmissions, and generators will be supplied with a common brand, grade, and viscosity of lubricating oil, approved by each manufacturer of the machinery, so as to allow a single oil to be carried aboard for replenishment.

Pipe, cable, and other penetrations through decks, bulkheads, and superstructures, will be watertight, and shall isolate heat, vibration, and noise transmission to or through the hull structure.

Engine, transmission, and generator removals shall be accomplished without structural cutting, and with the minimum takedown possible. All components, parts, and fittings will be arranged to maximize the ease of inspection and servicing.

Main engine, transmission, and generator brands and models installed will be supported by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized service providers within 50 miles of Savannah, GA unless otherwise approved by the Government.

Major component brands and models installed will be supported by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized service providers in the continental United States, unless otherwise approved by the Government.

Propulsion Engines

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The vessel will be equipped with two (2) propulsion engines, which will be arranged for simultaneous or independent operation. Propulsion engines will be in accordance with the following schedule:

Item: Description:

Engines Diesel, turbocharged Combustion Four-stroke Horsepower As required for performance, see section 100 Duty Rating 1300 hours per year at 50% average load minimum (not a continuous duty rating) Emissions cert. EPA Tier 3 commercial Transmissions Reduction ratio as required, reversing, electric shift, trolling valves Trans. duty rating 1300 hours per year at 50% average load minimum (not a continuous duty rating) Instrumentation Electronic, one remote panel per engine in pilothouse Electrical 24 Volt Direct Current (VDC) starters and alternators Mounting Transmissions close coupled to engines, together mounted on vibration and sound absorbing flexible mounts. Mounts to be reviewed and approved by the engine and transmission suppliers. Vibration mount capturing bolts will be fully supported by adjustable compression sleeves between the underside of the engine hanger and the top of the mount shell. Vibration mounts supporting the engines by exposed studs only will not be used.

Access Dipsticks, filters, air cleaners, and coolers will be positioned on the most favorable side of engines for access.

If a person 5’-6” tall and of average proportions is not able to safely pass by an engine, additional deck hatches will be installed to allow access to both fore and aft ends of the engines.

Service Engine brand and model will be supported by qualified technicians based within 50 miles of Savannah, GA.

Propulsors The propulsor equipment will be in accordance with the following schedule:

Item: Description:

Shafts Aquamet 19, 22, or 22HS, minimum SF >= 7.0, SAE taper at propeller end Shaft bearings Non-metallic shell, spacing as required by shaft material manufacturer Propellers Stainless steel, four or five blade, SAE tapered bore, stainless steel double nuts and pins. Propellers to turn outboard, diameter and pitch to allow over 100% rated RPM with vessel loaded to 100% of maximum capacity. Minimum 15% of diameter tip clearance to hull and keel.

Propeller finish and balance to ISO 484/2 Class I standards.

Shaft seals Dripless, double O-ring seal, fiber-reinforced bellows. Seals provided with auxiliary cooling/flushing water if stern tube arrangement requires.

Stern tubes Aluminum, wall thickness 1.5x hull thickness, welded in place, interior lined with FRP sleeve.

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Engine Cooling Propulsion engine cooling will be in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

System type Heat-exchanger cooling Anodes Throughout piping and within engines Supply From intakes with full-port valves Internal strainers Duplex on each engine, independently serviceable elements without affecting engine operation.

Piping Aluminum, with flexible joints to tolerate machinery vibration. Take-down joints to allow removal of independent sections through deck hatches, without cutting, by no more than two persons.

Fuel System The propulsion engine fuel system will be in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Storage tanks Integral, aluminum, one per hull, tanks positioned to allow minimum effect on vessel trim as volume varies.

Tank capacity As required for range, see section 100.

Tank fittings Each tank will have supply, return, transfer, and stripping fittings.

Piping Stainless steel with short, reinforced hoses where flexibility is required.

Arranged to allow engine supply and return to the tank in the same hull.

Filters Duplex, sized to allow changing one element without affecting engine operation. Water-in-fuel sensors wired to vessel alarm system.

Transfer One each 500 gallons per hour (GPH) transfer pump to shift fuel from port to stbd or stbd to port, operable while engines are running.

Fills and vents On deck, locations per Government direction. Fitted within spill containment coaming. Vent whistles will be installed.

Tank level Electronic level sensors displaying at console, and tank-mounted sight tubes.

Interior access One oil-tight access port of 18” minimum diameter, secured by single

V-clamp, in each tank. Baffles arranged to allow maintainers to enter, visually inspect, and physically touch 100% of all interior tank surfaces.

Exhaust The propulsion engine exhaust systems will be in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Type Water-cooled Piping FRP except at shell penetrations and dry sections. Take-down joints to allow removal of independent sections by no more than two persons through engine removal hatches without cutting of exhaust sections or the vessel structure.

Mufflers Water-lift design, FRP construction, residential-grade silencing Surge protection Piping and mufflers arranged to allow surge protecting pipe extensions

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near intakes.

Penetrations Through hull sides aft, final locations at direction of NOAA Turbo connection Non-cooled components (adapters, spray-rings, multi-ply flexible sections) of stainless steel. Components fully supported to eliminate loads on turbocharger flanges.

Lagging Non-cooled sections wrapped with removable lagging protected by stainless mesh and secured by stainless wire.

Hangers Piping hangers to provide thermal, vibration, and acoustic insulation

Engine Room Ventilation Engine room ventilation will be in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Ducting Aluminum ducting for intake and exhaust air, allowing cross-flow throughout space.

Openings Openings as high above waterline as practical, and facing away from manned areas. Automatically actuating fire dampers in all ducts, demisting louvers at inlets and outlets. Fire dampers resettable from on deck without hand tools.

Blowers Variable-speed at discharges, sized for sufficient combustion and cooling air for all engines installed in each space at maximum power and ambient air temp.

Blower controls Pilothouse console, automatic via thermostat, with manual over-ride.

Insulation Acoustic insulation in or on all ducts adjoining manned spaces and main deck, and above main deck.

Controls Engine and transmission control will be provided in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Type Electronic, for throttle, shift, and trolling valve per engine Stations (3) Pilothouse main console, flying bridge console, and aft upper deck for both engines.

Arrangement Twin dual function levers at each maneuvering station, with levers side-by-side to allow single hand control of both engines and transmissions.

Levers at the aft station will be reversed for an aft facing operator.

Back-up Full electronic back-up in accordance with USCG Subchapter T standards, activated automatically or via readily accessible switches.

Station selection Control operation at either station on deck will lock-out the other station.

Steering Steering control will be provided in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Type Hydraulic, from both main engines.

Stations (3) Pilothouse main console, flying bridge console, and aft upper deck.

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Arrangement Stainless wheel at pilothouse, full follow-up electronic levers at flying bridge and aft station. The aft station lever will be reversed for an operator facing aft.

Station selection Both steering stations will be arranged to prevent control when unattended either mechanically or electronically.

Autopilot At main console in pilothouse, with jog lever Rudders Foil-shaped, 40-degree articulation each side, size optimized for close-quarters maneuvering. Arranged to allow propeller shaft removal without unshipping rudders.

Rudder post seals Positioned above full-load waterline Emergency steering

Bypass valves installed to allow manual centering and securing of rudders in case of steering system failure. If tools or other devices are required to center and secure the rudders after system failure, those will be provided, labeled, and secured near the steering gear.

Lube Oil A lube oil system will be provided in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Oil type Common brand and weight of oil for mains, gens, and transmissions.

Tanks None Fast Lube Oil Changing System

(FLOCS)

Each engine, transmission, and generator will be hard-piped to one reversible oil change pump installed in each engine room. A control manifold will be installed to allow changing oil in the engine, transmission, and generator independently.

Discharge and supply

Each oil change pump will have a portable over-deck hose with dispensing valve that reaches up to the main deck plus fifteen feet in any direction. Waste oil will be pumped from the selected machinery, through the pump, to a user-supplied container on deck. Fresh oil will be then pumped from a user-supplied container on deck, through the pump, to the selected machinery.

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500 Mechanical Systems General Requirements Unless otherwise stated below, all machinery and equipment installed will be rated for continuous duty in the working environment described in this document.

Piping and components will be marked or coded with the system served and flow direction.

Valves, switches, and all other controls will be labeled with system served and function. All lubrication fluids, hydraulic oils, and greases will be of a type that mitigates harm to the environment in the event spills occur.

Piping will be supported as required by USCG standards. Pipe supports will either be of a type that do not allow moisture to build up on pipe surfaces beneath clamps, or pipes will be covered in protective materials where they rest in clamps.

Pipe, cable, and other penetrations through decks, bulkheads, and superstructures, will be watertight, and shall isolate heat, vibration, and noise transmission to or through the hull structure.

Major component removals shall be accomplished without structural cutting, and with the minimum takedown possible. All components, parts, and fittings will be arranged to maximize the ease of inspection and servicing.

Component brands and models selected will be supported by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized service providers in the continental United States, unless otherwise approved by the Government.

Potable Water Potable water will be provided in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Storage tanks One or two each, total capacity 150 gallons, food-grade non-metallic.

Pressure system 24VDC pressure pump, accumulator, non-metallic food-grade piping, duplex charcoal filters.

Heat sources Electric and generator waste-heat.

Supply Head (1) hot and cold; galley (1) hot and cold; wet lab (1) hot and cold;

engine room (1 each port and starboard (P&S)) cold only; main cabin aft bulkhead exterior (1) hot and cold; aft deck diver’s shower (1) hot and cold.

Fill(s) Positioned on vessel’s port side

Waste Water A waste water system will be provided in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Storage tanks One or two each, total capacity 150 gallons, non-metallic.

Serviced items All black and gray water sources aboard, including: head (1), sinks (3), shower (1).

Treatment USCG approved Type II Marine Sanitation Device (MSD)

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Discharge MSD discharge pumped to on-deck fitting on vessel’s port side or directly overboard via lockable Y-valve.

Flushing MSD and holding tanks equipped with saltwater pump for flushing, and back-flushing after discharge.

Hydraulic Power A hydraulic power system will be provided in accordance with the following table:

Item: Description:

Storage tank Total capacity as required, aluminum construction. Fitted with return filter, suction strainer, vent, fill, sight tube.

Primary pump On generator. Pressure-compensating and load-sensing, pump sized to provide 100% of demand from any two circuits served. Primary circuits are A-frame, A-frame winch, science winch, trawl winch, utility crane, aft deck tool ports, and anchor winch.

Secondary pumps One on each main engine, teed together. Pressure-compensating and load-sensing, each pump sized to provide power to steering system and anchor winch when either or both mains are running.

Oil cooling Shell and tube cooler(s) on discharge side of cooling water from each pump driver.

System controls Primary pump controlled by primary on-off solenoid actuated at pilothouse console. Each item of deck gear controlled by secondary, independent on-off solenoids controlled locally. Steering always powered from mains.

Aft deck tool power

From primary pump. Supply, return, case drain, and load sensing lines to provide up to 10 gallons per minute (GPM) at 2000 pounds per square inch (PSI) to portable tools or other devices. Coupled via zero-drip quick-disconnect fittings. Independent local solenoid shut-off.

Noise control Hydraulic circuits will be designed and constructed to limit noise increases in manned spaces and on working decks to less than 10dBA over background levels at any amount of pressure and flow. Piping will be secured with sound and vibration absorbing mounts. One or more hydraulic noise suppressors may be installed if required.

Seachests Independent seachests will provide saltwater to each item of onboard equipment requiring supply. The seachest inlet gratings will be flush to the hull outer skin, positioned so as not to create turbulence into the propulsors, and removable…