Purchase of Cable Installation Training

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplement with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the ONLY solicitation and no other solicitation document will be issued. This solicitation is issued as a Request For Quote number RFQ HSCG44-11-Q-PCI017. This number is for tracking purposes only. Solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-50. This procurement will be processed in accordance with FAR Part 12 and 13. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is 611710. The SBA size standard is $7.0 Million. Due to this Acquisition being considered to be a Sole Source Procurement it is not anticipated that the Contracting Officer will receive 2 or more Offers from qualified Small Business Concerns; therefore IAW FAR 19.502-2(a), This IS NOT A Small Business Set-A-Side. The USCG Command, Control and Communications Engineering Center (C3CEN) Portsmouth, VA. 23703, intends to purchase on a non-competitive basis by awarding a Firm Fixed Purchase Order Contract to: AMSEC, LLC for 5 days of training for Cableway Improvement Program (CIP). See Schedule B below. The USCG does not own nor can they obtain specifications or other technical data for this Training. Request for such will be disregarded. The proposed contract action resulting from this synopsis/solicitation for commercial services is the Government's intention to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302.1 and 13.106-1(b). Interested persons/parties may indentify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 5 days after date of publication of this synopsis/solicitation will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement, and for informational purposes. The contractor for this proposed Sole Source contract is: AMSEC, LLC, Cage Code 1LT84. A current CCR Data Search and EPLS Data Search was conducted on this Contractor by the Contracting Officer. This Contractor is current/active in CCR and does not appear on the EPLS List. Data Search date: Mar/23/2011. This is a Sole Source Procurement. See attached JOTFOC Document below. The government intends to award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible bidder proposal conforming to the solicitation which will be most advantageous and Best Value to the Government, price and other factors considered. The Required Delivery Date is 30 Days ARO. FIRM FIXED Price Proposals may be submitted on company letterhead stationary and must include the following information: Cost Breakdown, Unit Price, Extended Price, Payment Terms and discount offered for prompt payment. The closing date and time for receipt of offers is MAR/31/2011@7:00AM EST. Facsimile and Email quotes are acceptable and may be faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000 or Emailed to the POC James A. Lassiter, Contracting Officer, contact@example.gov. *PLEASE NOTE* Interested Offerors are to provide Firm Fixed Prices and Delivery Information by MAR/31/2011@7:00AM EST. Delivery Information is to include the Shipping Terms the Offerer is proposing, FOB Origin or FOB Destination. Destination is preferred by USCG/GOV. If proposing FOB Origin, provide Shipping cost as a separate line item. Required Delivery Date is 30 Days ARO. The Exact Date for Training is to be established within 5 days after Award. Anticipated Award Date for the PO Contract is APR/1/2011, this date is approximate and not exact. Schedule B: Line 1: 1 each 5 Day Cableway Training and Certification Course for up to 20 students to meet Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Installation, Repair, and Inspection Training requirements. Location for Training is to be at the Contractors Facility in Va. Beach Va. IAW THE SOW ATTACHED BELOW. The Following FAR Provisions apply to this Acquisition: FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (a) Overall Best Value to the Government FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, Offerors should be registered in CCR The Following FAR Clauses apply to this Acquisition: FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items The government intends to award a Purchase Order Contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible bidder/offeror quotation conforming to the solicitation which will be most advantageous and Overall BEST VALUE to the Government, price and other factors considered. FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (JUN 2008), FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (JAN 1999)- award will be made to the Offeror proposing the Best Value to the Government considering specification,price, delivery, and past performance, and quality. FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (JAN 2011) to include Alt I (APR 2002). These certifications must be included with quote and can be accessed and downloaded via FedBizOps with this RFQ. Contractors are encouraged to submit through http://orca.bpn.gov FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -Commercial Items (JUNE 2010) with the following addendas: FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998), the full text of the clause may be accessed electronically at Internet address http://www.arnet.gov/far; A Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number is the primary identifier in FAR 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration (CCR)(Jul 2006). Contractors are located and identified in CCR by their DUNS number. To facilitate payment via Electronic Funds Transfer - CCR, contractors should be registered in the CCR. A DUNS Number can be obtained via www.dnb.com and CCR registration can be obtained via www.ccr.dlis.dla.mil FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items (JAN 2011), The following Clauses and others as indicated by the Contracting Officer as applicable shall apply to the awarded contract. FAR 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (FEB 2009) FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award (AUG 1996) FAR 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor (June 2003) FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (AUG 2009) (E.O. 13126),; FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999) FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007)(E.O. 11246), FAR 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disable Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEPT 2006) (38 U.S.C. 4212), FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 1998)(29 U.S.C. 793), FAR 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEPT 2006)(38 U.S.C. 4212), FAR 52.223-18 Contractor Policy to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (SEPT 2010) FAR 52.225-1 Buy American Act-Supplies (FEB 2009) FAR 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUN 2008)(E.O. 12722,12724,13059.13067,13121, and 13129) FAR52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003)(31 U.S.C. 3332) The above/following clauses are incorporated by reference, entire clause(s) available at http://www.arnet.gov/far; NOTICE TO OFFERORS CONCERNING REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: This solicitation contains FAR Clause 52.204-7, Central Contractor Registration and FAR Provision 52.204-8, Annual Representations and Certifications. In accordance with FAR 4.1201 prospective contractors are required to submit annual representations and certifications via the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) at http://orca.bpn.gov. Please ensure completion prior to submission of your quote. Also note that paragraph (b) of FAR 52.204-8, applies. JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION (JOTFOC) Each justification shall contain sufficient facts and rationale to justify the use of the specific authority cited. As a minimum, each justification shall include the following information: (1) Identification of the agency and the contracting activity, and specific identification of the document as a "Justification for other than full and open competition." USCG Command Control and Communications Engineering Center, Core Technologies, Navy Type Navy Owned Section (CT-NTNO). (2) Nature and/or description of the action being approved. Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures certification program for twenty persons on the topic of the installation and inspection of shipboard cable. Training is broken down into classroom sessions and hands-on instruction with both a written and hands-on test at the end. Students who pass the class are certified by AMSEC LLC as cable installation inspectors. Duration of the class is five days and is held at AMSEC LLC training facilities in Virginia Beach, Va. (3) A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency's needs (including the estimated value). The Type-B Certifications program inspects all electronics installations according to numerous NAVSEA installation requirements, with an emphasis on NAVSEAINST 9304.1(Series) (Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures) and DOD-STD-2003 NAVY EPISM (Electrical Plant Installation Standards Method). The NAVSEA Cableway course is a requirement for Type-B Certification Inspectors, and as such, is an important training tool for the fleet to meet required NAVY and DOD installation standards. $7,100.00 (4) An identification of the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition. Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), U.S. Department of the Navy has the statutory authority (5) A demonstration that the proposed contractor's unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited. Since 1996, AMSEC LLC (formerly SAIC AMSEC) has been acknowledged by the U.S. Navy as the sole authorized NAVSEA instructor for training personnel for the installation and inspection of shipboard cables in accordance with NAVSEAINST 9304.1(Series) (Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures), and DOD-STD-2003 NAVY EPISM (Electrical Plant Installation Standards Method). (6) A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by Subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies. RFQ will be posted on FEDBIZOPS with statement that any Contractor that feels that they can provide these Supplies as listed may provide a Quotation. (7) A determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable. Prices are fair and reasonable based on comparison of two previous Coast Guard purchases for same requirement. (8) A description of the market research conducted (see Part 10) and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted. Market research was conducted by comparing two previous Coast Guard purchases for same requirement. (9) Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition, such as: i) Explanation of why technical data packages, specifications, engineering descriptions, statements of work, or purchase descriptions suitable for full and open competition have not been developed or are not available. ii) When 6.302-1 is cited for follow-on acquisitions as described in 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii), an estimate of the cost to the Government that would be duplicated and how the estimate was derived. iii) When 6.302-2 is cited, data, estimated cost, or other rationale as to the extent and nature of the harm to the Government. (10) A listing of the sources, if any, that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition. MLC LANT arranged for a class in the summer of 2009. Personnel from MLC LANT, C2Cen, ESU Portsmouth and several ESDs attended. C3Cen has had multiple classes contracted to AMSEC. ESU Miami has also made the necessary arrangements for AMSEC to hold a class for their ESDs to send personnel to this summer. (11) A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required. (12) Contracting officer certification that the justification is accurate and complete to the best of the contracting officer's knowledge and belief. This justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. The anticipated cost to the Government is determined to be fair and reasonable. James A. Lassiter, Contracting Officer I certify this procurement meets the Governments minimum need and that the supporting data, which forms a basis for this justification, is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. ETC Mark E. Chaney Technical Representative 22-MAR-11 Statement of Work(SOW) for NAVSEA Cableway Training & Certification Course Prepared by United States Coast Guard Command, Control, and Communications Engineering Center COMPLETE: TBD SHORT TITLE: Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures 1. PLACE(S) OF PERFORMANCE: Contractor's Facilities, Virginia Beach, VA 2. REFERENCES: 2.1. COMFLTFORCOMINST 4790.3(Series) - Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) 2.2. DOD-STD-2003 - Military, Standard, Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods for Surface Ships and Submarines 2.3 NAVSEAINST 9304.1(Series) - Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures 3. SPECIFICATIONS: N/A 4. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: Each student shall provide government issued identification verifying the student's identity. 5. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT DESIGNATION: 5.1. The Contracting Officer for this work order is: James Lassiter who can be reached at +1 (555) 000-0000, E-Mail address: contact@example.gov 6. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: 6.1. Scope: The Contractor shall provide a five (5) day course of instruction detailing the proper Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures for Twenty (20) students. The instruction shall be held at the instructor's facility. The instructor shall provide instruction for each student so that they are completely familiar with inspection and reporting procedures IAW NAVSEAINST 9304.1(Series). The goal is to provide cable installers, pullers, repair personnel and inspectors training in proper cable removal and installation procedures. 6.2. Background: The Type-B Certifications program inspects all electronics installations according to numerous NAVSEA installation requirements, with an emphasis on NAVSEAINST 9304.1D (Shipboard Electrical Cable and Cableway Inspection and Reporting Procedures) and DOD-STD-2003 NAVY EPISM (Electrical Plant Installation Standards Method). The NAVSEA Cableway course is a requirement for Type-B Certification Inspectors, and as such, is an important training tool for the fleet to meet required NAVY and DOD installation standards. 6.3.1. Requirements: 6.3.1.1. The following is a list of objectives that shall be met during the training. 6.3.1.1.1. OVERVIEW / INTRODUCTION: 6.3.1.1.1.1. The Instructor shall give the student an introduction to shipboard cable hazards and provides examples of existing and potential problems in electrical cables and cableways. 6.3.1.1.2. SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: 6.3.1.1.2.1. The Instructor shall present the various tools and equipment and their use that will be required to properly remove dead end cable, install new cables and make repairs to disturbed cableways and equipment. 6.3.1.1.2.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.2.2.1. Students given the appropriate electrical tools and equipment, demonstrate their proper use in accordance with the guidelines specified in Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.2.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.2.3.1. Students given a list of tools and their uses, match each tool with its appropriate use in accordance with the guidelines specified in Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.3. STUFFING TUBES: 6.3.1.1.3.1. The Instructor shall present the types, parts, proper installation and proper packing procedures for metal stuffing tubes. 6.3.1.1.3.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.3.2.1. Students are given an assignment to plan the installation of metal stuffing tubes to run electrical cables through a bulkhead or deck, sketch a layout plan showing proper tube sizes, hole dimensions, and spacing between adjacent tubes. The plan must be in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.3.2.2. Students are to pack a metal stuffing tube in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM, using the proper tools and materials. 6.3.1.1.3.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.3.3.1. Students are given drawings of different types of metal stuffing tubes, name each type. 6.3.1.1.3.3.2. Students are provided with a list of different size cables and a cable assignment chart, select the correct stuffing tube size for each cable. 6.3.1.1.3.3.3. Students are provided with a list of different stuffing tube sizes and a tube spacing chart, select the proper tube dimension for each stuffing tube mounting hole. 6.3.1.1.3.3.4. Students are given a list of stuffing tube sizes select the correct packing and metal tube blank for each tube. 6.3.1.1.3.3.5. Students are given a list of stuffing tube sizes and a hole spacing chart, determine the spacing required between adjacent tubes. 6.3.1.1.3.3.6. Students are given a list of stuffing tube sizes, a hole spacing chart, and a ruler, sketch a layout for the installation of the listed tubes. 6.3.1.1.4. PENETRATION OF EQUIPMENT AND CONNECTION BOXES: 6.3.1.1.4.1. The Instructor shall present information that will help personnel select and install watertight and non-watertight connectors penetrating equipment and seal holes in equipment when unused cables are removed. 6.3.1.1.4.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.4.2.1. Students are given of cables and a cable assignment chart determine the size of nylon stuffing tube, nylon tube packing assembly, metal terminal tube or the correct size box connector required. 6.3.1.1.4.2.2. Students are given tools and material remove dead ended cable from equipment and seal all unused penetrations in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.4.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.4.3.1. Students are given illustrations of cable penetrating pieces of equipment, determine if they are watertight or non-watertight. 6.3.1.1.4.3.2. Students match the types of connectors with statements that best describe their uses. 6.3.1.1.4.3.3. Students are given an illustration of a nylon stuffing tube, label each part. 6.3.1.1.4.3.4. Students are given a list of different size cables and box connectors, determine the size plug required for the hole. 6.3.1.1.4.3.5. Students are given a list of different size cables and nylon stuffing tubes, determine the size plug required to seal the nylon stuffing tubes. 6.3.1.1.4.3.6. Students are given a list of different size cables and metal terminal tubes, determine the size plug required to seal the metal terminal tubes. 6.3.1.1.4.3.7. Students are given a list of different size cables and a cable assignment chart for box connectors, determine the size connector and clearance hole size. 6.3.1.1.4.3.8. Students are given a list of different size cables and a cable assignment chart for nylon stuffing tubes, determine the size connector, clearance hole size and packing assembly for each cable. 6.3.1.1.4.3.9. Students are given a list of different size cables and a cable assignment chart for metal stuffing tubes, determine the size of tube and size of cable clearance hole. 6.3.1.1.4.3.10. Students are given a list of steps required to install a metal stuffing tube in a piece of equipment or connection box, arrange the steps in a sequence. 6.3.1.1.5. MULTICABLE PENETRATORS: 6.3.1.1.5.1. The Instructor shall present the various types of multicable, penetrators, (MCP's), their component parts, and application. 6.3.1.1.5.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.5.2.1. Students are given the task to plan a Multicable Penetrator (MCP) installation for running cables through a watertight bulkhead, sketch a layout on a multicable penetrator grid showing the numbers and types of installation blocks to use in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.5.2.2. Students are given the proper tools and equipment and a completed MCP grid, pack a multicable penetrator in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.5.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.5.3.1. Students are given expanded drawings of MCP's, label each part. 6.3.1.1.5.3.2. Students are match the parts of the multicable penetrator to the statement that best describes its function. 6.3.1.1.5.3.3. Students are given three groups of cable types to be installed in a bulkhead, select the proper MCP to use for each group. 6.3.1.1.5.3.4. Students are given a group of unidentified cables, determine the proper MCP block for each. 6.3.1.1.5.3.5. Students are given a list of different size cables and a Cable Assignment Chart, select the correct insert blocks for each cable type. 6.3.1.1.5.3.6. Students are given a Multicable Penetrator Grid, Multicable Penetrator Cable Assignment Chart, and a list of cable types, sketch a layout of the MCP. The MCP installation plan must be in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD--2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.5.3.7. Students discuss the application of the ROX system 6.3.1.1.5.3.8. Students discuss the application of the Brattberg system 6.3.1.1.5.3.9. Students are given discuss the application of the RISE system. 6.3.1.1.6. HANGERS: 6.3.1.1.6.1. The Instructor shall present the different types and sizes of cable hangers and their application. 6.3.1.1.6.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.6.2.1. Students illustrate a single and multiple cable runs, plan the installation of hangers. The plan must show at a minimum the proper placement of the first hanger, proper bend radius, and spacing between each hanger. The plan must be in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.6.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.6.3.1. Students are given illustrations of hangers, write the name of each type. 6.3.1.1.6.3.2. Students match the proper type of hanger with statements that best describe its uses. 6.3.1.1.6.3.3. Students are provided with situations requiring the use of hangers, select the appropriate type(s). 6.3.1.1.6.3.4. Students are given illustrations of hangers that have been installed for a cableway, calculate the proper spacing for the first hanger, proper bend radius and proper spacing between each hanger. 6.3.1.1.7. BANDING: 6.3.1.1.7.1. The Instructor shall present the banding tool, special equipment, and materials that are required to properly band cables in cableways. 6.3.1.1.7.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.7.2.1. Students are given cable runs, banding tools, equipment and materials, to band cable runs in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.7.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.7.3.1. Students are given list of places where cables must be banded to hangers in a cableway. 6.3.1.1.7.3.2. Students are given statements describing the placement and banding of cables to hangers, select the proper arrangement. 6.3.1.1.7.3.3. Students are given a list of different size banding, select the ones to be used for banding cable runs in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.7.3.4. Students are given a list of cable runs, select which runs should be banded with a buckle and band assembly or with a hose clamp. 6.3.1.1.7.3.5. Students are given banding materials, proper tools and equipment, fabricate a buckle and band assembly. 6.3.1.1.7.3.6. Students are given cable-banding situations, the proper tools and equipment, secure the cables to the hangers with the proper banding materials. 6.3.1.1.8. CHAFING RINGS: 6.3.1.1.8.1. The Instructor shall present the purpose of chafing rings and the methods of determining whether additional cable can be passed through existing chafing rings. 6.3.1.1.8.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.8.2.1. Students are given a description of cables/cableway passing through a non-watertight bulkhead, to determine if additional cable can be passed through the existing chafing ring in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.8.2.2. Students are given a description of cables to be passed through a non-watertight fire zone boundary bulkhead, to determine if it is packed in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM, to make the passage a fire-tight and fume-tight boundary. 6.3.1.1.8.2.3. Students are given a description of cables to be passed through a non-watertight bulkhead, to design a chafing ring to accommodate each cable; allow for 20 percent unfilled space for future cable additions; and maintain a minimum clearance space around cables 1/4 inch for single cables and 1 inch for multiple cables in accordance with guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.8.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.8.3.1. Students are given a description of cables/cableway passing through a non-watertight bulkhead, determine if additional cable can be passed through the existing chafing ring. 6.3.1.1.8.3.2. Students are given a description of cables to be passed through a non-watertight fire zone boundary bulkhead, determine if it is packed to make the passage a fire-tight and fume-tight boundary. 6.3.1.1.9. DEAD ENDING CABLES: 6.3.1.1.9.1. The Instructor shall present various end sealing methods, selection of proper end caps for each conductor and cable, and end sealing procedures. 6.3.1.1.9.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.9.2.1. Students are given an end cap chart and the proper tools and equipment, to end seal a dead-ended cable in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.9.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.9.3.1. Students are given different cable types and a copy of the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM, select the method for end sealing dead-ended cables. 6.3.1.1.9.3.2. Students are given pieces of different cable types, an end cap chart, ruler, wire gage, and an AWG & C/M Cross Reference Chart, select the proper end caps for each conductor and cable. 6.3.1.1.9.3.3. Students are given a piece of cable, proper end caps, and a heat gun, seal the end caps to conform to the diameter of the conductor. 6.3.1.1.10. SPLICING CABLES: 6.3.1.1.10.1. The Instructor shall present the basic splicing materials and proper procedures for splicing armored and unarmored cables used in power, control, and communication systems. 6.3.1.1.10.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.10.2.1. Students given the proper tools and supplies, splice an electrical cable in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.10.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.10.3.1. Students are given proper tools and supplies, prepare cable ends for splicing. 6.3.1.1.10.3.2. Students are given proper tools and supplies, restore cable jacket to meet or exceed original electrical specifications. 6.3.1.1.11. CABLE JACKET REPAIR: 6.3.1.1.11.1. The Instructor shall present the basic tools, materials, and procedures for repairing damaged armored and unarmored cable jackets. 6.3.1.1.11.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.11.2.1. Students are given the proper tools and supplies, to restore damaged cable jacket insulation of electrical cables (armor and/or sheath damage only) to meet or exceed original electrical specifications, with conductors and water-sealing compounds being intact in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.11.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.11.3.1. Students are given damaged electrical cables (armored and unarmored), identify the damage in each, and the procedure to repair cable jacket damage. 6.3.1.1.12. TESTING CABLES: 6.3.1.1.12.1. The Instructor shall present the basic test instruments required to check cables for opens, shorts, and grounds. 6.3.1.1.12.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVES: 6.3.1.1.12.2.1. Students are given the test instrument (megger), to measure insulation resistance to ensure that two or more electrical conductors or cables are properly separated from each other or from ground by an insulating material. 6.3.1.1.12.2.2. Students are given test instrument (multimeter), to perform a continuity check to ensure there are no shorts, opens, grounds, or leads incorrectly connected 6.3.1.1.12.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.12.3.1. Students are given a list of test instruments and their uses, match each test instrument with its appropriate use. 6.3.1.1.13. CABLE ID AND MARKING: 6.3.1.1.13.1. The Instructor shall present the methodology used for the numbering of electrical systems and equipment for locating and identifying purposes, and the proper use of shipboard Isometric Wiring Diagrams. 6.3.1.1.13.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.13.2.1. Students are given various circuit numbers, students are to identify electrical cables to include terminations, equipment type and type of service. 6.3.1.1.13.2.2. Students shall state the requirements for cable identification tags. 6.3.1.1.13.2.3. Students are given a cable tags to obtain the correct Isometric Wiring Diagrams; determine cable route and location of nearest connection box. 6.3.1.1.14. CABLE PULLING TECHNIQUES: 6.3.1.1.14.1. The Instructor shall present information on planning, preparation, and proper procedures to remove and install cables and cableways. 6.3.1.1.14.2. TERMINAL OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.14.2.1. Students are to pull dead ended cable from ship's cableways using proper tools and materials, observing all standard electrical safety precautions in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.14.2.2. Students are to install cable in ship's cableways using proper tools and materials, observing all standard electrical safety precautions in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Electric Plant Installation Standard Methods, DOD-STD-2003 (NAVY) EPISM. 6.3.1.1.14.3. ENABLING OBJECTIVE: 6.3.1.1.14.3.1. Students will establish whether a dead ended cable is de-energized by frisking, if ene...