Description
The US Naval Academy is seeking information from industries regarding the replacement of their 44' MKII Sail Training Craft with up to 20 new sailboats. The Navy is looking for detailed descriptions of hull layup and construction for commercially available sailboat models that meet specific size, performance, and arrangement characteristics. The sailboats should be able to accommodate a crew of 10 and meet World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations Category 1 requirements. The Navy is also seeking information on the company's production facilities, capability narrative, and recent similar projects or relevant experience.
• The sailboats should have a length of 42-46 ft, maximum beam of 12.75-14 ft, and draft of less than 8 ft.
• The sailboats should have a robust and easily repairable hull, with optimized waterline and wide stem sections for added speed and stability.
• The sailboats should have a coach roof, wide side decks, and a large cockpit to accommodate six crew members during evolutions.
• The sailboats should have a carbon spar with aluminum boom and rod rigging, and a fractional sloop rig.
• The sailboats should have a fin keel with enough lateral plane for a novice helmsman, and a robust composite rudder shaft, bearings, and housings.