A -- LITERAGE SYSTEM FOR SHIP TO SHORE TRANSFER OF CARGO AND ROLLING STOCK

Notice Date

November 16, 2000

Contracting Office

Commanding Officer, NAVFACCO, Bldg 41 Code 80, NAVFACENGCOMDET-SLC, 4111 San Pedro Street, Port Hueneme, CA 93043-4410

ZIP Code

93043-4410

Solicitation Number

N47408-01-R-2206

Response Due

January 1, 2001

Point of Contact

martin fickel, (805) 982-1307

E-Mail Address

Point of Contact (fickelmj@nfesc.navy.mil)

Description

The Engineering Service Center, Port Hueneme, CA is issuing this sources sought for deck fittings. The Navy is developing a new generation lighterage system for ship-to-shore transfer of cargo and rolling stock. The lighter components will be transported in containerships and assembled upon arrival at the operations area. The lighters will be used to transport military vehicles ranging from M-1 tanks to smaller wheeled vehicles. Cargo will be transported in 20-foot ISO containers. The lighter system will be designed to optimize weight and strength in all areas. Deck fittings that are a new approach or can be employed in new or novel approaches to barge rigging and handling are the goal of this solicitation. The most efficient combination of fittings is the design goal. The deck fittings will be used to secure cargo on the deck as well as mooring and towing the lighters. Since the new lighters may be lifted there is a need for a four-point lift system, that includes attachment points. Weight is an important consideration in the lighter design so fittings having multiple functions are desirable. The fittings should have a low profile or be recessed as much as is possible to prevent tripping hazards. The fittings and support structure should be designed to resist corrosion and should not collect water. Some of the lighters may have an integral lifting system using an A-frame. The lighters will be designed to meet operational requirements including environmental conditions. Some basic design characteristics of the lighter system are as follows. The lighter dead weight goal is 30 short tons per module although the weight could be as high as 45 tons. The modules will be 24 feet wide by 40 feet long. The depth has not been determined. There may be 3 modules connected to form one complete causeway. The load carrying capacity of the assembled causeway is 70 tons. The system may be operated in the open ocean in conditions up to sea-state 3. More than one causeway may be flex connected to form a long barge. The technical information on fittings, slings and rigging must be submitted no later than 1 January 2001. The point of contact is Martin Fickel, (805) 982-1307, Code ESC 31 Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center, 1100 23rd Ave., Port Hueneme, CA. 93043-4370. E-mail submissions are acceptable; fickelmj@nfesc.navy.mil.

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20001120/ASOL009.HTM (W-321 SN5068W8)