Attachment 2: Questions and Government Responses v3

RFP No. 70Z02326R93250001

Attachment 2
Number

Reference

Questions and Government Responses v3
Date: 22 October 2026

Questions
Will the USCG consider any fuel source other than
gasoline for the outboard engines for RB-S III?

Response

582-5.1

Section 582-5.1 calls the towline "¾-inch
circumference," but Table 600-1 and 582-1.2.2 say ¾"
diameter. Which is correct?

3/4 inch DIAMETER is accurate. The RFP spec has been updated (Spec 582-5.1)

070-3

Where are the 8 full-load passengers located, and must
they be seated?

The location of the 8 full-load passengers is a contractor decision and there is no requirement for dedicated seats for these passengers.

The SOW sections referenced throughout (040–097,
and the "angular correction mandate" in 100-2.4) were
not provided.
582-2.2 cites ABYC H-40 Table I, but H-40 is not in
the 042-2 reference list.

Specification section 100.2.4 references SOW section 085-7.1.4.1, which discusses the angular correction.

No. (Spec 200-1.1)

582-2.2

310-1.1

Is 310-1.1's idle alternator requirement intentional,
given typical outboard output at idle?

Yes, It is intentional. (Spec 310-1.1)

402-1.2

Does 402-1.2 permit engine data on the MFDs
through an isolated gateway?

No. The propulsion system (engine data) shall not be connected to the navigation system. (Spec 402-1.2)

100-2.6.3

What criteria will the KO use to approve bent-plate
structure under 100-2.6.3?

Use of bent plate below deck will require information to support the reason bent plate is being used, the required strength of the detail, and the strength of the bent material and surrounding structure. (Spec 100-2.6.3)

070-2.2

Does 070-2.2's 37' "on trailer" length include the
trailer tongue?

Yes. (Spec 070-2.2)

ABYC H-40 has been added to the Spec (Spec 042-2.1.1.17)

RFP No. 70Z02326R93250001

Attachment 2

Questions and Government Responses v3
Date: 22 October 2026

Number

Reference
079-1.1.1

Questions
For the application of ISO 12217-1, paragraph 6.8,
Annex F, Table F.3, and Annex G, Table G.2, are
integral watertight air chambers considered “flotation
elements” and subject to the restriction in paragraph
079-1.1.1

Response
Yes, Watertight air chambers are subject to the restriction of 0791.1.1.

079-1.1.1

The restriction in paragraph 079-1.1.1 will discourage
watertight subdivision.

The USCG acknowledges the air chamber restriction makes watertight subdivision less useful for calculations. The requirement