UTILTY BOATS AND TRAILERS FOR NOAA SHIPS FERDINAND HASSLER AND RAINIER

20 - UTILTY BOATS AND TRAILERS FOR NOAA SHIPS FERDINAND HASSLER AND RAINIER NOTICE DATE: 05/25/2012 NOTICE TYPE: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NAICS: 336612 - Boat Building Contracting Office Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Eastern Region Acquisition, 200 Granby Street, Suite 815, Norfolk, VA 23510 ZIP Code 23510 Solicitation Number EA133M-12-RP-0082 Response Due 06/14/2012 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format at FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-58. The acquisition is being conducted pursuant to FAR Parts 12 and 15. The solicitation number is EA133M-12-RP-0082 and is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; PROPOSALS ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. The RFP is 100% set aside for small business concerns. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 336612, which has a corresponding size standard of 500 employees. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Eastern Region Acquisition Division, 200 Granby Street, Norfolk, Virginia 23510, has a requirement for two (2) utility boats and two (2) utility boat trailers. One (1) utility boat and one (1) utility boat trailer shall be delivered to the NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER. One (1) utility boat and one (1) utility boat trailer shall be delivered to the NOAA Ship RAINIER. The contractor shall provide all labor, services, materials, equipment, and associated related items and services necessary to perform the requirements outlined in the Specification entitled "NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER and NOAA Ship RAINIER Utility Boat Replacements". The Specification references the following drawings: "3 Inch Flush Currie Walker Thru-Hull Assembly", and "FERDINAND HASSLER New Boat Envelope". The Specification is included with this announcement. The drawings are provided as attachments to this RFP. The NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER will be available for ship check from May 25, 2012 to June 6, 2012 at 439 W York Street, Norfolk, VA 23510. Potential offerors should contact Ensign Jason Wilson at (804) 413-1796 or Lieutenant Andrew Ostapenko at (757) 441-6302 to schedule a ship check of the NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER. The NOAA Ship RAINIER will be available for ship check at US Coast Guard BSSU Kodiak Cargo Pier, 1915 Rezanof Drive East, Kodiak, Alaska 99615, May 26, 2012 - May 28, 2012. Potential offerors should contact Ensign Jason Wilson at (804) 413-1796 or Lieutenant Andrew Ostapenko at (757) 441-6302 to schedule a ship check of the NOAA Ship RAINIER. Provide the following contract line item numbers (CLINs): CLIN 0001 Utility Boat and Trailer and Onboard Training for NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER in accordance with the Specification "NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER and NOAA Ship Rainier Utility Boat Replacements" 1 JOB $________________________ CLIN 0002 Utility Boat and Trailer and Onboard Training for NOAA Ship RAINIER in accordance with the Specification "NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER and NOAA Ship Rainier Utility Boat Replacements". 1 JOB $________________________ CLIN 0003 Certification of all tests for Utility Boat and Trailer for NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER and RAINIER in accordance with paragraph 3.1.3.11 of the Specification 1 LOT (NOT SEPARATELY PRICED) CLIN 0004 Manuals and Documentation for NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER and RAINIER in accordance with paragraph 3.1.3.12 of the Specification 1 LOT (NOT SEPARATELY PRICED) CLIN 0005 Written, separate, standard commercial utility boat warranty, furnished by offeror, effective on acceptance date for the NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER and RAINIER in accordance with paragraph 3.1.4.4 of the Specification 1 LOT (NOT SEPARATELY PRICED) CLIN 0006 Written, separate, standard commercial manufacturer warranty on all onboard equipment purchased by offeror in accordance with paragraph 3.1.4.5 of the Specification 1 LOT (NOT SEPARATELY PRICED) TOTAL ALL ITEMS: $_______________________ START SPECIFICATION: 1. SCOPE 1.1. These specifications contain the requirements for fabrication of two 25 to 28 foot rigid hull, collared, aluminum utility boats, with fully enclosed cabin, single diesel engine and jet drive, for use in ship-based, near shore hydrographic survey and general utility operations. In addition, these specifications contain the requirements for three-axle trailers to support and transport each boat. 1.2. General 1.2.1 Contract Deliverables: Two utility boats, with trailers, supported and deployable from ships' exisiting davit systems without modification to the ship. Modification may be made to the keel blocks on the exisiting davits; however, no other davit modifications are permitted. 1.2.2 Period of performance: Complete all requirements and deliverables within six months of contract award notification. 1.2.3 Submit requests for ship's force assistance with testing and delivery through the COTR a minimum of fourteen days in advance. 1.2.4 Perform all work in accordance with the requirements and standards outlined in references and this specification. 1.2.5 Offerors are required to perform ship checks to ensure conformance with dimensional envelope in proposals. The ships are available for checks at the following addresses and dates: 1.2.5.1. NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER 439 W York Street Norfolk, VA 23510 25 May 12 - 6 June 12 1.2.5.2. NOAA Ship RAINIER US Coast Guard BSSU Kodiak Cargo Pier 1915 Rezanof Drive East Kodiak, Alaska 99615 26 May 12 - 28 May 12 1.2.6 While FERDINAND HASSLER's requirements will set the dimensions for this boat class, offerors are encouraged to make additional verification of dimensions aboard RAINIER. 3. Basic Items 3.1. Item 301: Fleet Hydrographic Utility Boat (UTB) 3.1.1 References A. American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, July 2010-2011 edition. B. "3 Inch Flush Currie Walker Thru-Hull Assembly", PDF. C. FERDINAND HASSLER New Boat Envelope, PDF and DWG. D. FERDINAND HASSLER VestDavit H6000 Drawing, PDF and DWG. E. RAINIER VestDavit H7000 Drawing, PDF and DWG. 3.1.2 Government Furnished Material (GFM) A. VHF-FM Radios, GPS Units, and associated antenna. Model information to be provided by the COTR upon award. 3.1.3 Requirements 3.1.3.1. General A. Unless specifically exempted by this specification or written instruction from the COTR, manufacture all items in accordance with reference 3.1.1.A. Accomplish all installations and inspections with Certified ABYC Technician(s). B. Design service life of fifteen years, at 500 hours per year, with an anticipated overhaul of the propulsion system and collar system after seven years. The vessel may be stored, uncovered, either in the shipboard davit, in the water, or on a trailer when not in use. C. Provide and install all components and equipment, unless otherwise specified, according to the equipment manufacturer's instructions and requirements. D. Ensure all mechanical components and subcomponents are suitable for a marine environment and protected from the marine environment. E. Use standard commercial off the shelf materials and equipment, all supplied and supported by readily available service representatives on the east coast or west coast of the United States. F. Install a dielectric isolation kit between dissimilar metals. G. Use 316 Corrosion Resistant Stainless (CRES) fasteners and self-locking nuts throughout. H. Design the vessel for operations in both summer and winter months. I. Accomplish all welding with AWS certified welders. Ensure welders are certified for all weld positions that they work on. Provide copies of welding procedures and welder certifications with the proposal packets. 3.1.3.2. Hull A. Length Overall (LOA): 25 to 28 feet. B. Beam (with collar, in operational configuration): Within a range of 8 feet - 10 inches to 10 feet - 1 inch. Maximize internal deck space. C. Length overall and beam dimensions are inclusive of all mounted equipment. D. Lightship Displacement: Not to exceed 6,800 pounds as-delivered. This requirement includes hull, cabin, propulsion system, engine fluids, all specified outfitting including batteries and installed electronics. This requirement excludes fuel, crew, trailer, or government furnished equipment. E. Operational Load Capacity: Crew of three, and 400 pounds of additional equipment. F. Full Load Capacity: Minimum of six crew, and 400 pounds of additional equipment. G. Stability: Comply with ABYC Standard H-8. H. Hull: Directly traceable to at least three production boats of the same design, or same family of designs, with at least one of these boats having a minimum of one year in successful commercial or government service. I. Fabricate hull and cabin from marine grade aluminum as follows: - Plating: 5086-H116 or 5083 H116 meeting ASTM B928 requirements for intergranular corrosion resistance. - Pipe: 5086 H32 or 5083-H32. - Shapes: 5086-H111 or 5083-H111 or 6061. J. Use at least 1/4-inch thick material for the bottom plating. Strengthen the forefoot for protection when beaching. K. Grind smooth all rough edges, sharp corners, weld spatter, etc. Where temporary attachments are removed, restore the surface by welding, grinding and finishing. L. The use of doubler plates in the construction is not authorized. M. Hybrid foam or foam collar, ultramarine blue in color, with non-marking rub strake and full length safety hand rope. N. Limber holes in longitudinal structures and transverse bulkheads to allow water in the bilge to drain to a single collection point. If the design utilizes multiple watertight subdivisions of the bilge compartment, then limber holes drain to a single collection point for each watertight subdivision. Make all bilge spaces readily accessible for inspection, damage control, and cleaning without the use of tools. O. Handrails in easy reach from any position on the deck. Provide a sketch to the COTR of the proposed hand-rail arrangement for review and acceptance prior to installations. Pull test each handrail to 300 pounds and provide certifications. P. Two 3.5 metric ton capacity quick release lifting hooks on vessel centerline. Link hooks in a twin system with release lever at vessel operator's station. Place hooks directly in line with the existing davit wire rope falls; fall separation is 20-feet, 7-inches. Tie hooks into the structure of the vessel to withstand repeated shock-loading. Q. Secondary lifting system consisting of three welded pad-eyes tied into the vessel structure capable of lifting full load displacement weight of vessel. Pull test pad-eyes to 10,000 pounds and provide certifications. R. Six ten-inch, heavy duty cleats welded to the hull. Locate in port and starboard pairs; one pair on the bow, one pair midships, and one pair at the stern. S. Fit all deck hatches with gaskets and latches. T. Engine hatch with both seals and generously sized rigid drains to prevent water entering the engine compartment. Use street elbows and incorporate a clean-out point in drain piping. U. Fendered platform or guard system around the jet drive to protect the jet drive from contact with a vertical structure such as a dock or the hull of a ship. V. Bolt on sacrificial anodes on the hull. 3.1.3.3. Propulsion A. Tier II compliant diesel main engine with attached marine gear and jet drive B. Include a jacket water-heater to facilitate cold weather starting. C. A reverse gear to permit back flushing of the jet drive. D. Hydraulic steering system. E. Internal, aluminum fuel tank with minimum - inch plate thickness, of sufficient capacity to meet endurance requirements, with the following characteristics: - Fully accessible via watertight deck plate (soft patch) to allow removal of the tank without breaking welds or removing vessel structure. - Heavy duty watertight inspection ports to allow ease of access to valves, sending unit, hose connections, etc. - Positioned to achieve balanced trim at all fuel levels. - Properly baffled and secured against sea motions. - Fill and vent located on the main deck. Elevate fill and vents at least 24 inches above the deck. Arrange fuel vents so that a bucket can be placed underneath the vent to contain any spilled fuel. - Inspection plates for each baffle compartment in the tank. - Fuel stripping pipe stem with valve at top of the tank. F. Fit supply and return headers with local manual valves and remote emergency shut off valves. G. Dual marine-grade RACOR fuel filter/water separators installed in a readily accessible and protected location. 3.1.3.4. Performance A. Minimum 25 knot speed for six hours with operational load defined in 3.1.3.2.E. B. Minimum 20 knot speed with full capacity load defined in 3.1.2.2.F. C. Controllability: Safe and controllable at all speeds up to the maximum attainable speed and under all specified loading conditions. Safe and controllable operation constitutes operation where craft orientation, motions, and accelerations do not pose a hazard to the crew or passengers and which are not otherwise controllable by good seamanship and boat handling. D. Directional Stability: Good low speed directional stability and a comfortable ride at speed. At speeds above four knots, maintain a straight course (less than five degrees of drift in ten seconds) in calm conditions without corrective steering. In turns at all speeds and loading conditions maintain a steady turn rate without skidding or any other effects of dynamic instability. Inboard heel maintained throughout turns at speeds above 15 knots. When coming out of a turn, the vessel shall respond to the steering command without the need for excessive force. E. Avoidance Test: Meet the requirements of the ABYC avoidance line test (H-26.8.3.2) and the 33 CFR 183.52 "Test Course" test at full speed. 3.1.3.5. Finishes and Coatings A. Non-skid coating system or treatment on all decks. Divide non-skid into logical sections to allow repair and replacement of individual sections. Provide one-inch setback from all edges and fittings. B. Permanently weld four-digit hull number, consisting of three inch block lettering, painted black, to the hull on both sides of the bow and centered on the transom. Hull number will be provided by COTR. 3.1.3.6. Cabin A. Fully enclosed. B. Vessel operator station on the starboard side of the vessel with heavy-duty, marine-grade, suspension style seat. Arrange steering wheel, propulsion controls, gauges, and instruments to be easily operated from the operator's normal position. Arrange seating to provide unobstructed view for the operator. C. Vessel crewmember station on the port side of the vessel with heavy-duty, marine-grade, suspension style seat. D. Mission equipment operator station with heavy-duty, marine-grade, suspension style seat. Locate mission equipment operator station in a position such that two 20-inch computer screens may be monitored and controlled with one keyboard and mouse. Configure the mission equipment operator station to minimally reduce the vessel operator's field of view but allow immediate communication between the vessel operator and mission equipment operator. E. Onboard A-weighted noise level in the cabin at all speeds in calm water conditions cannot exceed 85 decibels (dBA). Measure and document all sound and noise levels at the crew's normal operational positions. F. Marine quality laminated safety glass for all windows, hatches, and doors. Use heated glass or other suitable defrosting arrangement on the forward windscreen. G. Heating and cooling system capable of maintaining a 70 F cabin temperature in external temperatures ranging from 25 F to 100 F. H. Electric heater for use when the main engine is shut down and the vessel is connected to shore power. I. Standard 19-inch electronic equipment racks with space for at least 36-inch (vertical) of equipment to be installed by the government after delivery. Secure the computer rack to structure to prevent shifting in heavy seas. Incorporate vibration and shock mitigating coil attachments. The estimated weight of equipment in this rack is 180 pounds. Supply clean AC power to this rack as described in Section 3.1.3.9. Make both front and rear of rack readily accessible for maintenance, repair and alterations. J. Provide a sketch of the proposed cabin arrangement and rack installation with the proposal. K. Removable flag post and mounting bracket on the aft edge of the cabin for a 16x24-inch ensign. Attach flag to post with two eyes and grommet clips. 3.1.3.7. Safety Equipment A. Type B-1 hand-held ABC Dry Chemical Extinguisher located in the cabin. B. Fixed clean-agent fire suppression system in the engine compartment with both manual and automatic heat activation systems. Configure fire system configured to shut down the main engine when activated. C. 25 pound Danforth anchor with 10 feet of stainless steel chain and 100 feet of 5/8 inch three strand nylon rode with appropriate and accessible stowage. D. Two ring buoys in easily accessed locations equipped with floating line bags. E. One 2000 Gallon-per-hour (GPH) bilge pump installed in the main engine compartment with a manual/off/automatic switch on the operators console. Discharge the pump through an environmental filter to block contaminants from entering the sea. 3.1.3.8. Navigation and Instruments A. Magnetic Compass, four-inches in diameter mounted atop the vessel operator's console. B. Navigation instruments mounted at operator's station consisting of: - Ten-inch chart plotter with GPS and AIS interface. - One depth echosounder with transom-mounted transducer. - GFR DSC marine VHF radios with GPS input and programmed with NOAA working frequencies (see notes). - Class "B" AIS. - COLREGS-compliant marine-grade horn on the cabin overhead in such a manner as to prevent water intrusion. Operated by a momentary push-button switch located on the operator's console. - LED Navigation lights in accordance with applicable COLREGS controlled from the operator's console. - Red/white LED interior lights in the crew cabin. Red/white light selector switches installed on each light unit. - White LED engine compartment lighting controlled from the main DC breaker through a watertight toggle switch. C. Locate the vessel control system on the console at the operator's station consisting of: - Separate throttle and bucket control levers. - Engine RPM gauge with embedded hour meter. - Tank level indicator for fuel tank. - Battery voltage gauge. - Engine coolant temperature gauge. - Oil pressure gauge. - Electronic control interface for the main engine including visible and audible alarm indicators for low battery voltage, low oil pressure, high coolant temperature and engine trouble shooting codes. 3.1.3.9. Electrical A. AC and DC electrical system rated for sufficient electrical power for equipment under all operating conditions. B. 12-Volt direct current system. C. Two or more independent battery banks to provide starting and house DC power. D. A 120-Volt alternating current, 1000-watt system meeting the following requirements: - Capable of providing full 800 watt service for 45 minutes at idle RPM and indefinitely at speeds above five knots. - True sine waveform with AC voltage variation of two percent or less and harmonic distortion of five percent or less. - House system does not draw from starting batteries. E. Two marine grade power strips located at the equipment rack and mission equipment operator's station. F. Independent and physically separate marine circuit breaker panels for AC and DC circuit with 50 percent additional spare breakers in each panel (i.e. if there are ten operational circuits provide five spare circuit breakers). G. One 30-amp shore power input receptacle on the aft bulkhead of the cabin. - Shore power provided from the ship to the boat is of a floating ground system. When the launch is connected to ship power, the neutral wire can not be bonded to the hull. - Configure shore power circuit to charge all battery banks and power all 120 volt outlets when connected. H. Galvanic isolators to block stray DC current. I. Isolation transformer to block stray AC current. J. Marine battery banks of maintenance free, wet-cell batteries with accessible shutoff switch. Emergency interconnection switch for the house and engine banks. K. Clearly and permanently label all wiring with metal tags at each connection and bulkhead penetration. L. Marine-grade, self-parking windshield wipers on the forward windows controlled with switches from the operator's station. 3.1.3.10. Hydrographic Survey Systems A. Confirm final positioning and dimensions of items in this section with the COTR prior to installation. B. Fit four insert plates in the hull bottom, two each, to the port side and starboard side for attachment of external equipment mounts. Construct these insert plates from appropriately sized plate and tie into the vessels structure. Plate dimensions are approximately four inches by eight inches spaced longitudinally at 36 inches on center of bolt pattern. Fit plates with four threaded blind holes to accept 1/2-inch attachment bolts for external equipment mount. Space threaded holes 7 - inches athwartships and 3 - inches longitudinally. Fit threaded holes with stainless steel Heli-coil insert. C. Fit two through-hull cable fittings each to the port side and starboard side to accommodate cables to the sensors attached to the mounts in item B above. D. Provide recessed housing for sonar systems (provided and installed by the government after delivery). Locate this housing on the starboard side deadrise as close to the keel and midships as possible. Inside dimensions of this recess are 8 - inches deep, 18 - inches long, and 12 inches wide. Fit the inside plate of this housing with six threaded blind holes to accept - inch attachment bolts for mounting equipment. Fit threaded holes with stainless steel Heli-coil insert. Fit two through hull cable fittings on the rear face of this housing. Provide a plug that fairs over this recess when equipment is not mounted. E. Build all below water cable through hulls for survey equipment to conform to reference "B". F. Multi-cable, re-sealable, watertight penetration in cabin overhead to allow for installation of mission equipment. Capable of accommodating four 3/8-inch coaxial cables with standard BNC terminations. Cable way installed between penetration and onboard equipment rack. G. Equipment mounts for a positioning and attitude system consisting on an Inertial Motion Unit (IMU), a rack-mounted processor and two GPS antennae. Mount (IMU) interior to the vessel, on the centerline, close to the center point of the vessel. This unit is a box approximately 8x8x7 inches. Provide rigid mounting brackets for GPS antennae on cabin top at a minimum separation distance of 1.5 meters, optimum separation distance of 2.0 meters. H. Mounting brackets for two 20 inch flat screen computer monitors, with locking computer keyboard and mouse tray, installed at the mission operator's station. I. A removable, rotating j-arm or similar apparatus for lowering instruments over the side with the following characteristics: - Safe working load of 100 lbs. - Equipped with a snatch block. - Extend at least 1 foot beyond the hull when deployed. - Capable of being locked into a stowed and deployed position. - Install j-arm on the starboard side. The arm may be incorporated into the structure of the cabin. 3.1.3.11. Inspections, Testing, Certification and Delivery A. Test lifting systems to 150% vessel capacity. Provide certificate of weight test and condition report documenting results with delivery of the boat. B. Pressure test all tanks and air-tight spaces to at least two psig for one hour with no leaks. C. Dye-penetrant test all external welds to ensure watertight integrity. Condition report documenting results. D. Test all hatches, doors, windows, penetrations, and weather tight or watertight installations for leakage or seepage with a 60 psi water stream and a 30-gallon bucket dump. Provide condition report documenting results. E. Calculate maximum capacity utilizing ABYC H-5 procedures. Provide written documentation of the measurements and calculations used. Mount capacity plate prominently near operator's console. F. Conduct USCG Simplified Stability Test in accordance with requirements established in 46 CFR, Subchapter "T," 178.330, in the presence of a Government Representative designated by COTR. Arrange test date no less than 15 days in advance. Provide report of Simplified Stability Test. G. Provide certification of all tests. H. Deliver completed utility boats to: NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER 439 West York Street Norfolk, VA 23510 NOAA Ship RAINIER 2002 SE Marine Science Drive Newport, OR 97365 I. As part of acceptance conduct vessel commissioning training with ship's crew: one eight hour training course, to include a maximum of four hours of dock side familiarization training, in addition to four hours of underway familiarization training to include placement of vessel into ships' davits. Training and placement is expected to take place at the delivery addresses noted above but locations are subject to change. J. Prior to conducting acceptance trials, break in the engine in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 3.1.3.12. Manuals and Documentation A. Provide four paper copies, plus one electronic copy, in ".pdf" format on CD-ROM, of the vessel operations manual, providing detailed information on all vessel characteristics and systems, including OEM component manuals. Include engine and propulsion system maintenance and troubleshooting manuals. Include complete electrical, mechanical, and structural drawings in both paper and electronic ".dwg" and ".pdf" format. Deliver with vessel. 3.1.4 Quality Assurance 3.1.4.1. Conduct both a Builder's Sea Trial, and a Government Acceptance Sea Trial. Provide a condition report documenting the Builder's Trial. Schedule and conduct the Government Acceptance Trial with the COTR on or about the delivery date. 3.1.4.2. Demonstrate that the proposed vessel fits entirely within the maximum dimension envelope provided in Reference 3.1.1.C. A. Vertical height of the vessel structure, masts, and antennae between the indicated clearances from the davit arms is not restricted. B. Lifting hooks positioned to engage davit falls as shown in davit drawings. C. When in the davit, the full weight of the vessel may rest on two keel blocks in positions shown in reference 3.1.1.D. The keel blocks may be modified to suit the vessel but cannot move fore or aft. If modification is required, provide vessel drawings and NOAA will make keel block modifications. D. Boat is secured to the davit with two heavy duty synthetic straps passed around the vessel in the positions indicated in reference 3.1.1.C. Ensure straps will not land on vessel equipment that might be damaged or cause damage to the straps. E. Ensure the final delivered vessel will fit into the existing davit without additional modification. 3.1.4.3. Upon delivery, vessel tanks, storage spaces, bilges, crew cabin, along with other spaces thoroughly cleaned and clear of all dunnage, dirt, metal particles, loose screws, nuts, washers, etc, with special attention to interior tank surfaces, piping, and machinery. Painted surfaces touched up if scratched or otherwise damaged during sea trials. 3.1.4.4. Provide written standard commercial warranty, furnished by offeror, effective on acceptance date, on vessel. 3.1.4.5. Provide written standard commercial manufacturer warranty on all onboard equipment purchased by offeror. 3.1.5 Notes 3.1.5.1. The government makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of drawings and measurements. Offeror is highly encouraged to schedule a ship check with the COTR and obtain their own measurements on site. 3.2. Utility Boat Trailers 3.2.1 References 3.2.1.1. None. 3.2.2 Government Furnished Material (GFM) 3.2.2.1. None. 3.2.3 Requirements 3.2.3.1. Triple axle trailer constructed of 5086 Aluminum or Galvanized Steel. 3.2.3.2. Rated capacity and length to support gross weight of vessel as defines by Item 301 with all equipment, full fuel and all fluids plus 15% margin. 3.2.3.3. Suitable for cross-country distances at highway speeds. 3.2.3.4. Two adjustable bunks with protective all weather carpeting. When properly adjusted the bunks support the weight on the inboard diesel drive. 3.2.3.5. Two adjustable "bow-guide" boards, with protective all-weather carpeting. 3.2.3.6. "Deep-vee" cross-members. 3.2.3.7. Manual tongue jack capable of swinging to horizontal position for highway stowage. 3.2.3.8. Manual winch with 40-feet of nylon winch strap with stainless steel hook and latch. 3.2.3.9. Load range type "D" wheels and radial tires on galvanized rims. 3.2.3.10 Spare wheel and tire of type in item 3.3.3.9. mounted on the tongue. 3.2.3.11 Standard 2 5/16-inch ball connection. 3.2.3.12 Permanently attached, tongue mounted, boarding ladder and platform to allow access to the boat. Mount and construction not to interfere with trailering. 3.2.3.13 Suitable for salt-water launching and recovery. 3.2.3.14 Posi-lube wheel bearing grease system. 3.2.3.15 Hydraulic surge brakes on all axles stainless steel brake tubing. 3.2.3.16 US DOT-Compliant LED Traffic light system with standard 12-volt DC four-pin connector. 3.2.3.17 Comply with all applicable DOT regulations for domestic road transportation. 3.2.3.18 Provide all manufacturer documentation and equipment on delivery. 3.2.4 Quality Assurance 3.2.4.1. Test fit boat in trailer. Ensure bunks and lengths are appropriately adjusted. 3.2.4.2. Test launch and recovery using a crane and a boat ramp. 3.2.4.3. Brakes and lights operational upon delivery. 3.2.5 Delivery 3.2.5.1. Deliver one completed trailer each to: NOAA Ship FERDINAND HASSLER 439 West York Street Norfolk, VA 23510 NOAA Ship RAINIER 2002 SE Marine Science Drive Newport, OR 97365 3.2.6 Notes 3.2.6.1. None. END OF ITEM Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Commerce Acquisition Regulation (CAR) provisions and clauses that are included in this synopsis/solicitation are denoted by the applicable acronyms. FAR CLAUSE 52.212-4, CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS-COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FEB 2012) applies to this acquisition with the following addenda: (a) CAR 1352.246-70 PLACE OF ACCEPTANCE (APR 2010) On board NOAA SHIP FERDINAND HASSLER 439 West York St. Norfolk, VA 23510 On board NOAA SHIP RAINIER 2002 SE Marine Science Drive Newport, OR 97365 (g) NOAA/ERAD INVOICES (APR 2011) (a) Payment will be based on receipt of a proper invoice and satisfactory contract performance and guidelines in FAR 32.9, Prompt Payment. (1) Original invoices shall be mailed (via U.S. Postal Service) to the designated billing office as follows: NOAA/OMAO Mid-Atlantic Operations Center (MAOC) Attn: Neil Lamartin 439 West York St. Norfolk, VA 23510-1114 neil.s.lamartin@noaa.gov Phone: 757-441-6369 (2) A copy of all invoices shall be mailed to the contract administration office as follows: NOAA Eastern Region Acquisition Division Attn: Timothy Corrigan 200 Granby St. Norfolk, VA 23510 Tim.Corrigan@noaa.gov Phone: 757-441-6897 (3) The designated payment office for this contract is: DOC/NOAA Financial Office 20020 Century Boulevard Germantown, MD 20874 (b)The Government will return invoices that do not comply with these requirements (End of clause) (q) CAR 1352.209-73 COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAWS (APR 2010) (r) CAR 1352.209-74 ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST (APR 2010) (u) CAR 1352.201-70 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S AUTHORITY (APR 2010) (v) CAR 1352.201-72 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) (APR 2010) (a) Mr. Neil Lamartin is hereby designated as the Co...