Vertical Launching System (VLS)-Deck and Hatch Assembly (Assy)

Statement of Work (SOW)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for the manufacturer, assembly, test, and delivery of the Vertical Launching System (VLS) Deck and Hatch Assembly for the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD).

• Fabrication, assembly, testing, and delivery of VLS Deck and Hatch Assembly.

• All assemblies, subassemblies, components, and detail parts must meet form, fit, and function requirements as defined in the Technical Data Package (TDP) and associated specifications.

• First Article Inspection (FAI) is required for all assemblies, subassemblies, components, and detail parts in accordance with SAE Aerospace Standard AS9102 Rev A.

• Fabrication or procurement, maintenance, and calibration of Module Assembly canister/cell interface fit check tools.

• Production environmental testing as specified by the TDP or Production Environmental Test Requirements for VLS Specification WS 20130.

• Manufacturing processes must be controlled to ensure quality, including material procurement, fabrication, assembly, inspection, and testing.

• Implementation of a Failure/Defect Reporting and Corrective Action System (FACAR).

• Compliance with environmental regulations, hazardous waste control, and safety standards.

• Adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

• All work must meet form, fit, and function requirements.

• First Article Inspection (FAI) is required.

• Quality Control Program Plan must be submitted and approved.

• Quality System and Quality Control Processes must be maintained.

• Quality Assurance program must conform to ANSI/ASQC Q9001 or ISO 9001.

• Manufacturing Certifications and Traceability are required.

• Production environmental testing is required.

• Government inspection of facilities is permitted.

• Not explicitly stated in this document, but implies performance at the Contractor's facility and potentially Government facilities for inspection.

• Compliance with numerous referenced Government and Industry documents (e.g., MIL-STD, WS, ANSI, ISO, SAE standards).

• Strict adherence to configuration management, including identification, status accounting, and control.

• Minimization of counterfeit parts and materials through established processes and supplier verification.

• Contractor must provide technical, administrative, and management support for Government source inspection.

• Contractor must provide special tooling, test equipment, and gauges.

• Contractor must provide material, services, and facilities to store, preserve, and protect completed equipment until delivery.

• Contractor must manage limited shelf-life components.

• Contractor must comply with environmental, hazardous waste, and safety regulations.

• Contractor must comply with ITAR requirements.

• Fabrication of Deck and Hatch structure requires specific materials, welding procedures, machining controls, and inspection methods.

• Deliverables include Certified Material Test Reports (CMTRs), approved welding documents, Machining Process Specifications (MPS), inspection and NDT reports, and final inspection/acceptance records.