Statement of Work (SOW) Is Based on Requirements As Defined by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) on Behalf of Its Customer

NATO UNCLASSIFIED

June 2019 Provision of standard general purpose (GP) NATO TRICON, BICON and 20 ft ISO containers for the UNCLASSIFIED storage and transportation of equipment for:

CP9A1101

NATO RESPONSE FORCE

(NRF) ASSETS AND SUPPORT

STATEMENT OF

WORK (SOW)

Project: 5HQ25107 Storage and Transportation Assets

Sub-projects: 5HQ25107-01 Containers, HCU Pallets, Euro pallets

Part I - ISO Containers 5HQ27109 NAEW – line 7 storage & transportation assets

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION ...... 5

1.1 PURPOSE ...... 5 1.2 SCOPE ...... 5 1.3 DEFINITIONS AND CONVENTIONS ...... 5 1.4 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES ...... 8 2 GENERAL REQUIREMENT ...... 9

2.1 PROJECT OBJECTIVES ...... 9 2.2 REQUIRED CAPABILITY...... 9 2.3 MAIN DELIVERABLES ...... 9 2.4 APPLICABLE STANDARDS ...... 10 2.5 DOCUMENTATION FOR CERTIFICATION ...... 11 2.6 CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS ...... 11 2.7 CHEMICAL, BACTERIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR (CBRN) PROTECTION ...... 12 2.8 CLEANING, DISINFECTION AND DISINFESTATION ...... 12 2.9 COTS/MOTS PRODUCTS ...... 12 2.10 QUALITY OF MANUFACTURING AND MATERIAL ...... 13 2.11 LANGUAGE ...... 14 2.12 ERGONOMICS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY ...... 14 2.13 RISK ANALYSIS ...... 14 2.14 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...... 15 3 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS ...... 16

3.1 GENERAL ...... 16 3.2 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS ...... 16 3.3 CONTAINER TYPES ...... 23 3.4 20 FT ISO CONTAINERS (1C) ...... 23 3.5 BICON CONTAINERS (1D) ...... 25 3.6 TRICON CONTAINERS (1E) ...... 28 4 LOGISTIC SUPPORT ...... 31

4.1 GENERAL ...... 31 4.2 EQUIPMENT OPERATIONAL USAGE PROFILE ...... 31 4.3 IN‐SERVICE MAINTENANCE...... 31 4.4 TRAINING ...... 31 4.5 DOCUMENTATION PACKAGE ...... 32 4.6 MATERIAL DATA SHEET (MDS) ...... 34 4.7 TRI‐DIMENSIONAL (3D) MODELS AND VIEWS ...... 34 4.8 BAR CODING IDENTIFICATION (ANNEX E) ...... 35 5 TESTING, VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION ...... 36

5.1 GENERAL ...... 36 5.2 TEST, VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION PLAN ...... 36 5.3 FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION AND TESTING (FAIT) ...... 37 5.4 ARTICLES USED FOR TESTING ...... 38 5.5 CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTATION VERIFICATION ...... 38 6 COMMISSIONING AND ACCEPTANCE (C&A) ...... 39

6.1 GENERAL ...... 39

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6.2 DOCUMENTATION VERIFICATION ...... 39 6.3 CONDUCT OF COMMISSIONING ...... 39 6.4 ACCEPTANCE REPORT ...... 39 7 APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY ...... 40

7.1 PROJECT MANAGEMENT PERSON OF CONTACT (POC) ...... 40 7.2 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (PIP) ...... 40 7.3 PROJECT REPORTING ...... 41 7.4 MEETINGS ...... 42 7.5 LANGUAGE ...... 42 8 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS ...... 43

TABLES: Table 1 Deliverables 10 Table 2 NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock 10 Table 3: Beam Quantities 21 Table 4 Container Code 22 Table 5: 20ft container 1C – Dimensions 23 Table 6: 1C Forklift Pocket Dimensions 24 Table 7 10ft BICON Container 1D dimensions 26 Table 8 10ft BICON Container 1D – Forklift pocket dimensions 26 Table 9 TRICON 1E dimensions 28

Figures: Figure 1: Definitions 7 Figure 2: Container being handled using DROPS 16 Figure 3: Flooring 17 Figure 4: Forklift Pocket Markings 18 Figure 5: Anchor & Lashing points 19 Figure 6: achor points 19 Figure 7: Logistic tracks 20 Figure 8: Restraint beam 20 Figure 9: Connecting Couplers 21 Figure 10: 20 ft ISO containers (1C) O.E.O. 24 Figure 11: 20 ft ISO containers (1C) O.E.F.S.O. 25 Figure 12: 10ft BICON Container 1D – Forklift pockets 26 Figure 13 : BICON 1D container O.E.O. 27 Figure 14: TRICON 1E – Forklift pockets 29 Figure 15: TRICON containers Type I (O.S.O.) 29

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Rem: All Figures or pictures included in this SOW are considered indicative and may not completely reflect all specifications required in this SOW. SOW specifications apply for final product

List of annexes Annex A: Project schedule and Document required Annex B: Operation and maintenance Manual Annex C: Maintenance Plan Annex D: TVV Plan – Validation Matrix Annex E: Bar Coding Annex F: Material Data Sheet

Statement of work revision table

Revision Date Page Paragraph Description V0.0 04 Jun 2019

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose

This Statement of Work (SOW) is based on requirements as defined by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) on behalf of its Customer. The NSPA shall act as procurement authority and shall manage the implementation of the project until final acceptance.

1.2 Scope

This project includes: Delivery of standard general purpose (GP) TRICON, BICON and 20 ft ISO containers required for the storage and transportation of equipment for CP1101 project. Certification of the containers by an international approved agency. Engineering, testing, verification and validation package for all deliverables including for the logistic support elements. Supply of documentation. Information, study, analysis, documentation, certificates and so forth as required. Project Management and Reporting.

1.3 Definitions and Conventions

The following definitions and standards apply throughout the SOW: 1.3.1.1 All dimensions are metric. Imperial dimensions are shown for information only. In case of discrepancies between the metric dimensions and the imperial conversion shown in this document, the metric dimensions prevail. 1.3.1.2 Unless otherwise stated, all temperatures are in degree Celsius (⁰C). 1.3.1.3 Whenever reference is made to a section or paragraph, the reference includes all subordinate and referenced paragraphs. 1.3.1.4 General requirements apply per default and in addition to any specific requirement. 1.3.1.5 The convention to be used for numbers appearing in textual documents is for a comma to be the thousands separator and a period to be the decimal separator (e.g. 1,365,276.24). 1.3.1.6 The convention to be used for dates appearing in free text (e.g. quoting dates of meetings) is day-month-year (dd-mm-yyyy). 1.3.1.7 Contractor: The entity contracted by NSPA for the execution of the contract associated to this SOW. The Contractor shall be responsible for all the sub-contractor(s) he may involve in the implementation of this project.

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1.3.1.8 Compliance: the Contractor shall meet or exceed the requirements of this SOW. Each requirement shall be considered individually and in concert with all other requirements and shall be supplemented by the Contractor as necessary in order to provide a fit for purpose solution as described in the listed requirements. 1.3.1.9 Certification: Conformance certification documentation from an authorized independent third party. 1.3.1.10 Complete Work: All works including all supplementary works and tasks necessary for the normal completion and functioning of every deliverables of the project, even if it is not specifically mentioned. 1.3.1.11 Fit for purpose: When completed, the Works shall be fit for the particular purposes for which the Works are intended as defined in the Contract. 1.3.1.12 Technical drawing: a precise, detailed and scaled drawing in accordance with applicable international norms (i.e. ISO 128, ISO 129, ISO 5455, inter alia). Dimensions of most significant features are mandatory. Drawings shall also include explanation text, legend and keynotes 1.3.1.13 All Figures or pictures included in this SOW are considered indicative and may not completely reflect all specifications required in this SOW. SOW specifications apply for final product. Dimensions: 1.3.2.1 Height (H): all ISO containers acquired under this SOW shall be 8ft high (2,438 mm). 1.3.2.2 Width (W): all ISO containers acquired under this SOW shall have a standardized ISO width dimension of 2,438 mm (8ft). 1.3.2.3 Length (L): containers with different side lengths (6,058 mm or 20ft, 2,991 mm or 10ft, 1,969 mm or 6 ft 5-1/2”) are acquired under this SOW. Considering the 8ft height these modules are also referred to as 1C (20ft), 1D (10ft BICON), and 1E (6 ft 5-1/2” TRICON) containers. 1.3.2.4 End: Throughout this document the HxW front/endwall 8ftx8ft panels will be called the ‘ends’ of the container. 1.3.2.5 Side: Throughout this document, and regardless of container length, the length (L) panels will be called the ‘sides’ of the container.

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Figure 1: Definitions 1.3.2.6 20ft equivalent unit (TEU): A standard container size that can be loaded and sealed onto ships, railroad cars, trucks, and aircrafts. The dimensions of a TEU for the purpose of the SOW are 20 ft (length) × 8 ft (width) × 8 ft (height). Throughout this document, three TRICONs or two BICONs, when coupled together, will be considered a 20ft equivalent container and unless otherwise specified herein, such TEU container shall be compatible with the requirements of the latest version of ISO 1496-1-1 and its corresponding amendments. Container type labelling 1.3.3.1 6,058 mm x 2,438 mm containers, or 20ft x 8ft, acquired under this SOW are labelled 1C. 1.3.3.2 2,991 mm x 2,438 mm containers, or 10ft x 8ft, acquired under this SOW are labelled 1D. 1.3.3.3 1,969 mm x 2,438 mm containers, or 6ft 5,½”x 8ft height, acquired under this SOW are labelled 1E. Door Opening type labelling 1.3.4.1 One-end-Opening (O.E.O) containers: with 1x set of double door opening.. 1.3.4.2 Both-end-Opening (B.E.O) containers: with 2x sets of double door opening on opposite ends (in case of 1C & 1D containers) or opposite sides (in case of 1E containers). 1.3.4.3 One end & Full side opening (O.E.F.S.O) containers: only applicable to 1C containers with one Open-end-Opening and one Full side opening. 1.3.4.4 One-Side-Opening (O.S.O) containers: with 1x set of double door opening on one side. Only applicable to 1E. 1.3.4.5 Both-Side-Opening (B.S.O) containers: with 1x set of double door opening on the sides. Only applicable to 1E.

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1.4 Contractor’s responsibilities

The Contractor shall be responsible for the complete work as specified in this SOW, including the design, manufacturing and the performance of all equipment provided, the documentation, obtaining certifications and any testing required. The Contractor shall supplement this SOW in order to provide a fully integrated and functional fit for purpose solution as described in the listed requirements. The Contractor shall demonstrate that all the design, equipment and materials are “fit for purpose” under all the conditions specified in this SOW by use of drawings, testimonials, certifications, test results and/or other documentation. The Contractor shall deliver a product conforming to all applicable regulations at the date of delivery/ registration. If the Contractor considers that he is unable to comply with a technical requirements of this SOW or if he considers that an improvement should be made, he shall immediately inform NSPA and shall formally submit a request for deviation. These requests shall be registered and will be subject to approval by NSPA.

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2 GENERAL REQUIREMENT

2.1 Project Objectives

The Contractor shall furnish to NSPA different types of TRICON, BICON and 20 ft ISO containers required for the storage and transportation of deployable HQ assets for various CP1101 projects. The containers shall be designed to support operations of the CP1101 deployable assets under the following circumstances: a) Stored outdoor until needed; b) Transported by sea, land, rail or air. c) Safe in any conditions. d) Stackable in TEU configuration up to 9 levels as specified in ISO 1496-1.

2.2 Required Capability.

Container assets shall be required to support up to one thousand eight hundred (1800) people, equivalent to six (6) times three hundred (300) man camp modules. Options are included to increase this requirement to a total of 2700 people, equivalent to nine (9) times three hundred (300) man camp modules.

2.3 Main Deliverables

The table below provides estimated indicative quantities only of the containers required. The actual quantities will be defined by NSPA during execution time as other CP1011 projects will mature:

Nbo Description Original Increased Comments Scope scope (1800p) (2700 p) Total ISO Containers 1120 380 Estimated quantities only 1 TRICON – 1E 900 330 1.1 855 320 TRICON with double doors on one 6,5 1/2’ side 1.2 45 10 TRICON with double doors on both 6,5 1/2’ sides

2 BICON – 1D 100 25 2.1 90 20 BICON with double doors on one 8ftx8ft end 2.2 10 5 BICON with double doors on both 8ftx8ft ends

3 20ft – 1C 120 25 3.1 108 20 20ft with double doors on one 8ftx8ft end 3.2 6 2 20ft with double doors on both 8ftx8ft ends

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3.3 6 3 20ft with double doors on one 8ftx8ft end and a full side door on one 20’ side. 5 Training x 5.1 Training package 1 pg. Document (10 ea.). Electronic and hard copies. 5.2 Training session 1 ea. Held in Taranto, 1 ea. for 10 people – 2 days. 6 Documentation package 1 pg. Electronic and hard copy versions including editable version. 7 Testing/ verification/ certification 1 pg. 8 Commissioning and Acceptance 1 pg. C&A based on NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock Stock. At contractor facility 9 Project Management, Travel on Duty 1 pg. As required. ea.: each – pg.: package – se.: set – kt.: kit – x.: to be provided and / or quantity to be refined. Refer to the Price Tender Form for details Table 1 Deliverables Production concept: the order and delivery of containers will be staggered to coincide with the delivery and availability of the CP1101 material acquired through other contracts. NSPA dedicated Safety Stock concept: The Contractor shall build and maintain a stock of containers equivalent to 90x TEU stored at his facility which shall be available for immediate shipping. This initial NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock levels are estimated as follows for each container type and will be subject to re-evaluation during the implementation of the project:

Serial Description Qty TEU 1 TRICON with double doors on one 6ft5 ½” side 135 45 2 BICON with double doors on one 8ftx8ft end 40 20 3 20ft with double doors on one 8ftx8ft end 25 25 TOTAL 200 90 Table 2 NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock They shall have a new safety certificate, valid for 5 years at the time of delivery (prior to shipment), in accordance with the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), latest edition including amendments.

2.4 Applicable standards

The ISO containers shall be in compliance in particular with the following directives: a) ISO 668: 2013, Series 1 freight containers - Classification, dimensions and ratings. with Amendments 1&2 :2016 and Amendment 3. b) ISO 830: 1999 – Terminology in relation to freight containers with Corrigenda Cor 1:2001 c) ISO 1161: 2016 Series 1 Freight Containers – Corner and intermediate fittings- Specifications. Page 10 of 43 NATO UNCLASSIFIED CP1101- ISO Containers - dated 04 Jun 2019 NATO UNCLASSIFIED THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF NSPA AND MAY NOT BE COPIED OR CIRCULATED WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION

d) ISO 1496-1-1:2013 Series 1 Freight Containers – Specification and Testing – Part 1: General Cargo Containers for general purposes with Amendment 1:2016. e) ISO 6346: 1995 Freight Containers – Coding, identification and marking. with Amendment 3 :2012 and CD Amnd 1 f) ISO 3874:2017 Series 1 Freight Containers – Handling and securing. Where applicable as stated in this document TRICON and BICON containers shall be in compliance with the following US MIL specifications: a) MIL-PRF-32349A (Performance specification) on TRICON containers, dated 24 Aug 2011. b) MIL-PRF-32410 (Performance specification) on BICON containers type II, dated 8 Jan 2013. c) If not otherwise specified, TRICON and BICON containers, when coupled into 20ft TEU equivalent containers, shall be in compliance with above ISO EU standards on 1C containers. For any norm, regulation, standard and so forth, the applicable version shall be the latest version promulgated at the date of the contract signature. The equipment shall be in conformity with the applicable regulation at the time of delivery.

2.5 Documentation for certification

The containers shall be provided with a new safety certificate in accordance with the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), latest edition including amendments. All containers shall be certified for design type and individually inspected by classification society, such as Bureau Veritas (France), American Bureau of Shipping (USA), Lloyd's Register of Shipping (UK), Germanischer Lloyd (Germany), or equivalent authority.

2.6 Climatic and Geographical Conditions

Climatic and Geographic Conditions are based on Allied Environmental Conditions and Test Publications (AECTP 200 (Edition 4)) for the range of A1 to C1 Climatic Zones. The equipment described in this SOW shall be capable of being deployed, redeployed and remaining functional under these environmental conditions. Elevation. The equipment shall be capable of effective operation over a variety of terrain at altitudes up to 2000 m over sea level, and without de-rating up to 1000 m over sea level. Temperature and Humidity. The equipment shall be designed to ensure operations at all environmental conditions with ambient peak temperature and relative humidity values as defined in AECTP 200/4 for zones A1 - Extreme Hot Dry, B2 – Wet Hot, and C1 – Intermediate Cold. The equipment shall be capable of sustaining effective operations in ambient temperatures ranging between -30°C and +49°C (-33°C to +71°C for storage and transport). It shall be possible by personnel equipped with artic clothes and mittens to set-up, operate and teardown the equipment.

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Wind: The equipment will be subject to exposure to steady winds of up to 120 km/h (33.3 m/s) and gusts up to 144 km/h (40 m/s) coming from any side. This shall not result in loss of serviceability. It shall be possible to use the equipment under winds up to 40 km/h (11.1 m/s). Waterproofness: The equipment shall be designed to remain waterproof, operational, and safe under rain falls, snow or hail combined with winds as specified in ISO 1496-1 par 6 test number 13. Sand and dust: The equipment shall be designed not require heavy maintenance actions caused by wind carrying up to 1.0g/m3 of dust and sand. Ice and snow load accumulation: Strength requirements as specified in ISO 1496-1 par 6 apply. Solar radiation: The equipment shall resist to UV exposure and to an irradiance of 1120W/m2. Salt fog: All components shall be resistant to salt fog exposure for extended periods of storage or operation. Fungus: The equipment (such as flooring) shall be fungus resistant or shall have been permanently treated to resist fungus. The equipment shall be suitable for operation and storage in tropical area. Material shall only develop “trace” when tested in accordance AECTP 300/3 test method 308. The equipment shall also withstand disinfection. Humidity: no specific requirements. Certificate of Environmental Compliance: The Contractor shall provide a certificate stating that the equipment proposed is compliant with the environmental requirements of this SOW.

2.7 Chemical, Bacteriological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Protection

There is no specific requirement for CBRN protection.

2.8 Cleaning, disinfection and disinfestation

Movement restrictions apply to equipment crossing national territories and/or regulated areas. Preventing soil, plant pest, animal disease, viruses and undesirable species movement across borders are among others reasons for these restrictions. It shall be possible to clean, disinfect and disinfest the equipment prior to retuning assets to full operational capability. Specific procedures that should apply to prepare/protect the equipment before proceeding to cleaning, disinfection and disinfestation shall be included in the documentation.

2.9 COTS/MOTS Products

Requirements shall be met with Commercial of the Shelf (COTS) or Military of the Shelf (MOTS) tested and field-proven equipment.

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Functions that are standard on the commercial/military product proposed shall be provided even if not specifically required in this SOW. All items provided shall be produced from a fully monitored industrial process ensuring a continuous high level of quality. Where purpose-built components are required to meet the specific demands of the SOW, these components shall be identified, fully tested, and certified.

2.10 Quality of Manufacturing and Material

All parts and accessories shall be constructed and finished in a workmanlike manner with particular attention given to removal of burrs and sharp edges, accuracy of dimensions, thoroughness of soldering, welding, painting, alignment of parts and assemblies, and the tightness of screws, bolts, etc. The design shall be such that no part will work loose in service and after transportation. Only new material shall be used to fulfil this contract. The equipment shall be based on the latest model of the manufacturer’s standard commercial/military product. Coatings shall level out to an adherent, continuous and uniform film without runs, wrinkles, streaks, or areas of no film. There shall be no evidence of surface rust and the finish shall be free from blistering, peeling and chips. Dissimilar metals shall be electrically isolated from one another to minimize or prevent galvanic corrosion. The equipment will be utilized in locations and environments where one or more of the following may be prevalent: high humidity, salt spray, de-icing agents, gravel impingement, atmospheric contamination and temperature extremes. Only normal washing, scheduled maintenance and repair of accidentally damaged areas (not resulting from intended use, normal wear or a deficiency in design, material or manufacturing) shall be necessary to maintain the effectiveness of the corrosion protection. There shall be no visible markings on the equipment except the ones required for a specific purpose or as described in this SOW. There shall be no shiny, reflective, bright color or light visible on the containers, this applies during transit, transport and operation. When surfaces cannot be treated by painting, an alternative solution shall be provided (i.e. protection by a specific cover…). 3.7.1 Coatings shall level out to an adherent, continuous and uniform film without runs, wrinkles, streaks, blistering, peeling, chips, or areas of no film. Any coating damaged during assembly, examination, transportation or training shall be corrected. There shall be no areas where rust can accrue. 3.7.2 Steel and iron material used for container elements shall be permanently protected against corrosion before assembly and painting, e.g. via hot dip galvanisation or equivalent method. 3.7.3 Base paint shall be anti-corrosion Zink-reach primer with approx. thickness of 80 µm and topcoat with an approx. thickness of 80 µm with a total thickness of approx. 160 µm to

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comply with the requirements of ISO 12944 for a C3 class corrosive environment and High durability (15+ years to first maintenance). 3.7.4 Topcoat painting shall be performed on the fully assembled modules so as to prevent mismatch of colour shading unless NSPA approve other control techniques. 3.7.5 The external colour for all equipment, after adequate treatment, shall be painted with infrared reflective, corrosion and chemical agent resistant, monotone bronze green RAL6031-F9 (“bronze green”), matt finish (with a gloss level ≤ 3.5 at 85° angle and ≤1.0 at 60° angle, as per ISO 2813 or MIL-DTL-64159B). 3.7.6 Where stainless steel is used it shall qualify as AISI Type 304 Stainless Steel. 3.7.7 The internal surfaces of the containerized facilities that are not stainless steel shall be colour RAL 9010 (“Pure White”), with exception to the entrance doors where all surfaces shall match the external colour.

2.11 Language

Language use for the project shall be English. Any documentation, data plate, marking, software and so forth shall be provided in English language if not otherwise stated or required for a specific purpose like the certification or registration of an equipment. Proficiency level 3+ (plus) is required as per STANAG 6001-Atrain p-5.

2.12 Ergonomics and Health and Safety

Ergonomics and health and safety shall be considered for all phases of the equipment life cycle and under the environmental conditions specified in this SOW. The solution proposed shall comply with the best practices applicable in that field. The equipment shall not have any inherent safety hazards associated with, but not limited to, its stowage, storage, transportation, assembly/disassembly, operation, maintenance, or repair. The materials used in its fabrication shall not generate safety or health hazards.

2.13 Risk Analysis

The Contractor shall perform a risk analysis to identify the potential dangers that the user may encounter while using the equipment in the context and the various conditions specified in this SOW. All potential risks shall be listed and action implemented for mitigation. The residual risks related to the operation of the containers, as well as the equipment use limitations, shall be included in the documentation and shall be highlighted during the training.

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2.14 Environmental Protection

The Contractor shall take all reasonable and practical measures to protect all personnel involved against accidents, to safeguard the environment and apply the best practices available in that field. The Contractor shall maintain and make available upon request by NSPA: a) A copy of his environmental management system policy. b) Licenses and permits issued by the relevant authorizing authorities. The Contractor shall be in compliance with, as a minimum, the European Union (or equivalent from a non-EU NATO country) environmental protection regulations and the national implementation references (i.e. law, regulation) pursuant to the EU Directives. The Contractor shall fulfil all of the regulatory compliance obligations and the environmental protection requirements indicated above and shall be able to supply on demand an “Environmental Protection Declaration of Conformity” showing compliance to the requirements and applicable laws and directives. The design shall consider the environmental impact of the equipment during its life cycle including disposal, and the documentation shall provide the appropriate recommendations to the user. The use of hazardous material shall be avoided when a non-hazardous alternative is available. 2.14.6.1 All material and components shall be free of ozone depleting substances in accordance with Regulation (EC) 1005/2009.

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3 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

3.1 General

All containers and container components shall be robust, high quality items, as specified in the technical specifications of this SOW, that emphasize effectiveness in operation, low maintenance, and simplicity of use. Under normal wear conditions, apart from repair of accidentally damaged areas (due to mishaps encountered during non-intended handling or use), it is expected that no actions beyond normal minimal scheduled maintenance such as lubrication and paint touch up, or the occasional replacement of plywood flooring or seals, would be required. The containers shall be transportable by multimodal means (air, rail, road and sea) and shall be designed, tested and certified accordingly.

3.2 Design requirements

General: 3.2.1.1 Unless specified otherwise, all TEU containers described in this document shall fulfill all design and testing requirements described in ISO 1496-1 (and amendments) for containers labelled 1C. 3.2.1.2 All 10ft or BICON containers described in this document shall fulfill all design and testing requirements described in ISO 1496-1 (and amendments) for containers labelled 1D. Two BICONs, when coupled shall be considered and pass testing as a TEU compatible ISO container 1C. 3.2.1.3 Unless otherwise specified in this document, TRICON containers shall fulfill the design and testing requirements described in MIL-PRF-32349A. Three TRICONs, when coupled shall be considered and pass testing as a TEU compatible ISO container 1C. 3.2.1.4 DROPS system: All containers, when coupled into a 20-ft TEU, are subject to off road movement by the military Deployable Rapid Operations Platform System (DROPS) for container handling, using the ISO corners. It is required that the couplers, forklift pockets, and internal fittings withstand such conditions, in particular the steep angle (up to 45 degrees) of loading and unloading, as shown in the schematic below:

Figure 2 – Container being handled using DROPS Materials: 3.2.2.1 Frames, bottom cross members, and door frames shall be made of steel profiles.

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3.2.2.2 Side and end walls, roof and door panels shall be made of corrugated steel sheets. 3.2.2.3 All steel surfaces shall be fully abrasive shot blasted to remove all rust, dirt, mill scale and all other foreign materials. 3.2.2.4 Floors shall be made of anti-slip plywood panels. Corrosion: Containers, including couplers, shall operate for an expected 20 year service life without performance degradation due to corrosion. No action beyond normal scheduled maintenance, repair of accidental damaged areas and replacement of damaged paints shall be necessary to keep the corrosion prevention in effect. Anti-pilferage provisions: Hinge-pins, screws, bolts, and other fasteners used for securing the hinges and closing devices, and for holding essential parts of the sides, ends and roofs, shall be welded or otherwise secured in such a manner as to prevent unauthorised access to the interior of the container. Base structure: ISO 1496-1-1 par 5.3 specifications on base structure apply. The containers shall be capable of being supported only by their bottom corner fittings. The base structure shall be designed to withstand all forces, particularly lateral forces, induced by the cargo in service. End and side structure, walls, roof and floor strength: 3.2.6.1 ISO 1496-1-1 par 5.4 to 5.6 specifications apply. Wall and roof panel will be of corrugated sheet steel. Roof shall be self-draining. 3.2.6.2 The inside flooring consists of plywood panels screwed to the cross members by the means of galvanized screws. It is supported by the cross members and bottom rails to form a load bearing surface for the cargo. The flooring shall be minimum 25 mm thick. It shall permit blocks, stays and wedges to be anchored with nails or screws. The wooden components shall be treated against insects, moisture and decay fungi. A Joint Strip or formed steel strip (usually hat-shaped section) may be installed between joints of the plywood panels to help integrate and support the edges of the plywood. Door openings: 3.2.7.1 As specified in ISO 1496-1-1 all door openings shall be as large as possible, preferably dimensions equal to those of the internal cross-section of the containers. Minimum dimensions per container type as specified in paragraph 3.3 are applicable. 3.2.7.2 The doors shall be capable of swinging 270 degrees when fully opened and to be securely fastened in the open position. 3.2.7.3 The design shall allow the right door to be opened before the left, and customs seal and padlock provisions shall be made on each locking handle retainer to cover the sealed area Figure 3: Flooring in accordance with T.I.R. Convention requirements.

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3.2.7.4 The door design and dimensions of type I (set of double door openings on one end) and type II (set of double door openings on both ends) containers shall be identical. The door design and dimensions of 20ft (1C) and 10ft containers (1D) shall be identical. 3.2.7.5 Each door shall have a mechanically attached gasket (door seal) capable of meeting all operating environment requirements of this SOW, including conditions of high heat and relative humidity combined, to provide a water and weather proof seal between doors and between the doors and the door frame. 3.2.7.6 Each 1C and 1D container door shall be equipped with two sets of locking bars. 1E containers however will be equipped with one set of locking bars only. 3.2.7.7 Each door will be fitted with a pull handle made from 20 mm nylon cord in a loop, so that it can be used to hold the door in the open position.. Manifest holder: a light metal A4 manifest folder will be foreseen at the inside right hand door of the container to secure cargo manifest papers. Impact on internal length shall be minimal. Exact dimensions shall be coordinated after contract award. Forklift pockets: 3.2.9.1 The containers 1C shall be fitted with two sets of forklift pockets, one set for handling of loaded containers and a second set to handle empty containers only. 3.2.9.2 1D and 1E containers shall have one set of pockets on each side and each end (4 way FL pockets). 3.2.9.3 The Forklift Pocket will be a reinforced tunnel (installed in pairs) situated transversely across the understructure and providing openings in the bottom side rails to enable either empty capacity or empty and loaded capacity container handling by forklift equipment. 3.2.9.4 The forklift pockets shall meet the dimensional requirements defined in Annex C to ISO 1496-1 and shall pass completely through the base structure of the container so that lifting devices may be inserted from either side. The bottom face of the forklift pocket shall be reinforced to avoid bending of the forklift pocket (loaded container) when rolling over the rollers of the DROPS (see par. 3.2.1.4). 3.2.9.5 On 1C type containersforklift pockets for unloaded operations shall be marked as shown in below picture.

Figure 4: Forklift Pocket Markings Vents: The containers will be equipped with minimum 2 ventilation openings permanently attached to the side wall panels that provide openings for the exchange of air between the outside and the container interior. The ventilation penetration shall be protected against water ingress.

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Cargo securing devices: 3.2.11.1 The containers shall be fitted with cargo securing devices to restrain the movement of cargo resulting from dynamic forces induced during transportation. Annex F of ISO 1496-1 shall apply, augmented with the specific requirements of this SOW.

Anchor points bottom Anchor points top

Lashing points vertical corner post

Figure 5: Anchor & Lashing points 3.2.11.2 The containers shall have a number of anchoring points located along the base structure at regular intervals, both top and bottom. Each anchor point shall provide a minimum rated load of 4,000 Kg 1(8,800 Lbs) applied in any direction. They shall not infringe on the minimal internal dimensions of the container.

Figure 6 achor points 3.2.11.3 The containers shall have a minimum number of 4x lashing points per vertical corner style located in the corner posts of the container. Each lashing point shall provide a minimum rated load of 500 kg 2applied in any direction. 3.2.11.4 Along the open side of a 1C – Open end & Full side opening (O.E.F.S.O), the 5x anchor points shal be replaced by sunken floor tie down rings with equal minimum rated load.

1 Allied Publication AMovP-5 Multi-Modal Transport issues Annex E 2 ISO 1496-1 Ann F.2.6

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Logistic tracks: 3.2.12.1 The containers shall have a set of vertical logistic tracks welded to each interior side wall (except full side opening containers which will not be equipped with vertical tracks). One logistic track in every in-side corrugation pitch will be foreseen as shown in picture below. The tracks will be of minimum 2mm steel with type E openings and of one continuous length from bottom to ceiling. Welding shall be done prior to corrosion treatment and painting of the containers.

Figure 7: Logistic tracks 3.2.12.2 The specifications and load resistance of the logistic tracks shall allow installation of a load restraint bar or beam which clicks into the logistic tracks. The load resistance of the logistic tracks shall allow beams with a working load capacity rating as specified below. 3.2.12.3 Only welding is authorized to maintain the tracks. Vertical logistic tracks will be individually welded to the outer corrugation pitch of the interior walls. A minimum of 23x evenly spaced welds, each minimum 25mm long, will be used on each left and right side of the vertical track. Figure 8: Restraint beam load restraint bar/beam system: 3.2.13.1 The containers shall have a load restraint bar system that consists of a load bar which clicks into the vertical logistic tracks, easily adjustable in minimal increments and easily installed by one operator without the use of special tools. When installed, the beam shall be positively secured in all directions and locked through a locking device to the logistic tracks. The length of the beam shall be adjustable to accommodate variations in the internal container width due to distortions during use. 3.2.13.2 A set of beams will be standard delivered with each container. The beams will have an appropriate length for each of the container types for being used either as a deck beam or a restraint beam. Each beam shall have a working load capacity rating of not less than 907 kg (2,000 lbs).3.

Beam set Qty

3 MIL-PRF-32349A and 32410

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1C 5ea

1D 5ea

1E 3 ea

Table 3: Beam Quantities Weatherproofness: Containers shall be designed to withstand tests Nos. 13 of ISO 1496-1-1. Upon completion no water shall have leaked into the container. Connecting couplers: 3.2.15.1 TRICON (1E) containers shall be provided with 3x connecting couplers to form an integral TEU 1C ISO container. 3.2.15.2 BICON (1D) containers shall be provided with 2x connecting couplers to form an integral TEU 1C ISO container. 3.2.15.3 A recessed holding or storage device will be foreseen to secure the connectors when not in use. The device shall be dimensionned in such way to interfere as less as posibble with the available internal cargo space. It shall be located on the bottom half of the interior of the right door (see picture). The depth of the device shall in any case not exceed 118mm. Figure 9: Connecting Couplers 3.2.15.4 Couplers shall be one-piece assembly units operated without any special tools. Currently approved couplings are registered under NSN 3040-01-387-4048 or NSN 5325-01- 599-5395. 3.2.15.5 NSN 5325-01-599-5395 is listed with a capacity safe working load of 12 ton tension, a rated capacity tension of 27 tons and a rated capacity shear of 8,3 tons. The provided coupler shall be in compliance with or exceed above specifications. 3.2.15.6 In any case, the couplers shall allow a 20ft configuration container of TRICONs (3x coupled TRICONs), loaded up to a total mass of 12,000 Kg, or 2x coupled BICONs loaded up to a total mass of 8,000 Kg, to be moved  by forklift using the available forklift pockets,  by container handler using a top handling device,  by crane with a sling attached to the four outer TEU ISO corners.  by the DROPS system (see 3.2.1.4). Container stacking: 3.2.16.1 1C Containers shall be designed to withstand stacking up to 9 levels high. They will comply with test No 1 ‘Stacking’ of ISO 1496-1 with forces to be applied in stacking test as prescribed in Table 3 of ISO 1496-1.

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3.2.16.2 The 20ft TEU (composed of 1E or 1D coupled modules) shall comply with the 1C requirements. It shall support loads representing the load of eight ISO668 1C containers stacked on top of the 20ft TEU module: 3.2.16.3 CSC plate data shall show the 9x high stacking certification. Marking plate: 3.2.17.1 The containers will be equipped with a wall panel of a corrugated steel configured into a flat portion used for the display of markings and placards. Containers identification, coding and marking: 3.2.18.1 The containers identification, coding and marking shall be in accordance with ISO standard 6346. The identification marks, with their characteristics (size, shape, layout etc.) shall be displayed in accordance with clause 6 of ISO 6346. Markings shall be painted in black color, stickers shall not be acceptable. 3.2.18.2 Codes

Code Letters Code

Owner code 3 NAT

Equipment category identifier 1 U

Table 4 Container Code 3.2.18.3 The Contractor shall mark the containers’ serial numbers (six Arabic numerals) that will be provided after the Contract Award in accordance with the delivery schedule. 3.2.18.4 In addition to the mandatory operational markings, the containers’ payload and cubic capacity shall be marked in accordance with ISO 6346 clause 5. 3.2.18.5 In addition, the containers shall be marked in accordance with the Customs Convention on the International Transport of Goods under the cover of T.I.R. Carnets and the International Convention for Safe Containers. 3.2.18.6 The Safety Approval Plate conforming to the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) will be a permanent, non-corrosive, fire-proof rectangular plate. 3.2.18.7 Internal marking : The owner’s code, serial number, and check digit, as defined by ISO6346, shall be stamped in characters not less than 12mm high on the interior surface of the container (place to be determined after contract award). 3.2.18.8 Bar coding: All deliverables (Containers, beams, documentation …) shall be bar coded (refer to annex E). The exact location of the bar code label shall be agreed after contract award.

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3.3 Container types

All container types required under this SOW are General Purpose containers (GP).

3.4 20 ft ISO containers (1C)

Dimensions:

L H W

20ft container (1C) O.E.O. [mm] [mm] [mm]

Absolute External 6,058 (19’ 10.5”) 2,438 (8ft) 2,438 (8ft) dimensions4 +0 /-6 +0 /-5 +0 /-5

Minimal Internal Min 5,867 (19’ 3”) Min 2,197 6(7’ 2.5”) Min 2,330 (91 ¾”) dimensions5

Minimal door opening dimensions 7

End doors n/a Min 2,134 mm (7ft) Min 2,286 mm (7ft 6in)

Side doors8 n/a Per ISO 1496-1-1 par 5.7

Table 5: 20ft container 1C – Dimensions 3.4.1.1 Closed containers 1C shall have a door opening preferable having dimensions equal to those of the internal cross-section of the containers and in any case not less than the minimum dimensions mentioned above. 3.4.1.2 Closed type containers 1C with side doors shall have full opening doors (with 4 x folding doors) at one length side. Per ISO 1496-1-1 par 5.7, door openings shall be as large as possible. 3.4.1.3 The above O.E.O. internal container dimensions may be reduced to certain extend due to B.E.O. or O.E.F.S.O. configuration.

4 ISO668 external dimensions 5 ISO 1496-1-1 table 2 Minimum internal dimensions 6 ISO 1496-1-1 table 2 Nominal container exterior height minus 241mm 7 ISO1496-1-1 par 5.7 8 full opening doors at one length side (4 x folding doors)

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1C Forklift Pocket dimensions (nominal):

Forklift Pocket dimensions loaded container handling unloaded container handling

Width mm 368 (14.5”) mm 368 (14.5”)

Height mm 116 (4.56”) mm 105 (4.13”)

Centre to centre mm 2,050 (80.70”) mm 900 (35.43”)

Table 6: 1C Forklift Pocket Dimensions Weights: Gross weight rating as per ISO668. Corner fittings: The containers shall be equipped with top and bottom corner fittings, made of cast steel. The requirements and positioning of the corner fittings are specified in the applicable ISO standards. 20 ft ISO containers (1C) O.E.O. - one 8ft end double door opening: Standard General Purpose 20ft container with one double door opening at one of the 2,438 x 2,438 mm ends (8ftx8ft).

Figure 10: 20 ft ISO containers (1C) O.E.O.

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20 ft ISO containers (1C) B.E.O - with double door openings at both 8ft ends, Standard General Purpose 20ft container with a set of double door opening at both ends: 20 ft ISO containers (1C) O.E.F.S.O - with double door openings at one 8 ft end and one full opening at one side, Standard General Purpose 20ft container with a double door at one end and a full opening (with 4 x folding doors) at the right side as further specified below:

Figure 11: 20 ft ISO containers (1C) O.E.F.S.O.

3.5 BICON containers (1D)

Dimensions:

L H W

10ft BICON 1D Container O.E.O. [mm] [mm] [mm]

Absolute External dimensions9

Coupled 2x 1D 6,058 (19’ 10.5”) 2,438 (8ft) 2,438 (8ft) +0 /-6 +0 /-5 +0 /-5

1D - 10ft container (BICON) 2,991 (117.75”) 2,438 (8ft) 2,438 (8ft) +0 /-3 +0 /-5 +0 /-5

11 Minimal Internal dimensions10 2,802 (9ft 2 5/16”) Min 2,197 (7’ 2.5”) Min 2,330 (91 ¾”)

9 ISO668 external dimensions and MIL-PRF 32410 table I 10 ISO 1496-1-1 table 2 - minimum interior dimensions 11 ISO 1496-1-1 table 2 Nominal container exterior height minus 241mm

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Minimal door opening n/a Min 2,134 mm (7ft) Min 2,286 mm (7ft 6in) dimensions 12

Table 7 10ft BICON Container 1D dimensions 3.5.1.1 Closed containers 1D shall have a door opening preferable having dimensions equal to those of the internal cross-section of the containers and in any case not less than the minimum ISO dimensions mentioned above. Per ISO 1496-1 door openings shall be as large as possible. 3.5.1.2 The above O.E.O. internal container dimensions may be reduced in B.E.O. configuration. Forklift pocket: The containers 1D shall be fitted with two sets of forklift pockets (one on each side and end) with following dimensions:

Figure 12 10ft BICON Container 1D – Forklift pockets 3.5.2.1 Forklift pockets dimensions (nominal):

10ft BICON Container 1D End Pockets Side Pockets

Width mm 368 (14.5”) mm 368 (14.5”)

Height mm 116 (4.56”) mm 116 (4.56”)

Centre to centre mm 900 (35.43”) mm 2,050 (80.70”)

Table 8 10ft BICON Container 1D – Forklift pocket dimensions

Gross Weight rating:

12 ISO 1496-1-1 par 5.7 door opening dimensions

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Gross Weight rating shall be minimal 12,000 kg 13(26,460 lbs). Corner fittings: All eight corner fittings shall be bottom corner fittings as specified in ISO 1161 to permit horizontal coupling between containers. The corner fittings shall be mounted to the container so that the elongated top and bottom apertures are parallel to the side walls of the BICON. BICON container O.E.O with double doors on one 8 ft end, Standard General Purpose BICON container with one double door opening at one of the 8ftx 8ft ends:

2x BICONS coupled as 20ft TEU Typical 10’ BICON container with one double container door opening

Figure 13 BICON 1D container O.E.O. BICON container B.E.O. with double doors on both 8ft end, Standard General Purpose BICON container with a door opening at both ends. Both door openings shall have the same dimensions. Internal container length shall be maximized:

13 MIL-PRF 32410

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3.6 TRICON containers (1E)

Dimensions:

L H W

TRICON 1E Container type 1 [mm] [mm] [mm]

Absolute External dimensions14

3x 1E (coupled) 6,058 (19’ 10.5”) 2,438 (8ft) 2,438 (8ft) +0 /-6 +0 /-5 +0 /-5

1E - 6 ft 5-1/2’container (TRICON) 1,969 (6’ 5.5”) 2,438 (8ft) 2,438 (8ft) +0 /-2 +0 /-5 +0 /-5

16 Minimum Internal dimensions 1,88215 (74.09”) Min 2,197 (7’ 2.5”) Min 2,330 14 (91 ¾”)

Minimal door opening n/a Min 2,134 14 mm (7ft) 1,870 mm17 (73.6 in) dimensions

Table 9 TRICON 1E dimensions 3.6.1.1 Closed containers 1E shall have a door opening preferable having dimensions equal to those of the internal cross-section of the containers and in any case not less than the minimum dimensions mentioned above. Per ISO 1496-1-1 all door openings shall be as large as possible 3.6.1.2 The type I internal container dimensions may be reduced by approximately 25 mm due to anchoring tracks fitted on the internal walls and/or due to type 2 configuration. 3.6.1.3 End and Side forklift pockets dimensions (nominal):

End and Side

Width mm 368 (14.5”)

Height mm 116 (4.56”)

Centre to centre mm 900 (35.43”)

Table 10: TRICON 1E – Forklift pocket dimensions

14 ISO668 external dimensions and MIL-PRF 32349A table II TRICON exterior dimensions 15 MIL-PRF 32349A table II interior minimum dimensions 16 ISO 1496-1-1 table 2 Min internal dimensions 17 MIL-PRF 32349A table I TRICON door opening minimum width dimension

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Figure 14 TRICON 1E – Forklift pockets Gross Weight rating: Gross weight rating shall be minimal 6,759 Kg 18(14,900 lbs). Corner fittings: All eight corner fittings shall be bottom corner fittings as specified in ISO 1161 to permit horizontal coupling between containers. The corner fittings shall be mounted to the container so that the elongated top and bottom apertures are parallel to the door end of the TRICON. TRICON containers Type I with double doors on one 6,1/2’ side, Military Standard General Purpose TRICON container with one double door opening at one of the 1,969 x 2,438 mm sides:

Typical 3x TRICON containers joined into one 20ft Typical TRICON container with double doors TEU container on 1,970mm side

Figure 15 TRICON containers Type I (O.S.O.)

18 MIL-PRF 32349A

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TRICON containers Type II with double doors on both sides Standard General Purpose TRICON container with one set of double door openings at both 1,969 x 2,438 mm sides. Both double door openings shall have the same dimensions.

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4 LOGISTIC SUPPORT

4.1 General

The Contractor shall provide the logistic support elements as described below ensuring that the equipment provided can be used and maintained throughout its life cycle.

4.2 Equipment Operational Usage Profile

The User intends to use the equipment continuously 24/7 during its lifetime, either as outside storage facility for CP1101 equipment in SOC Taranto, stored outside under operational conditions in deployed areas in climatic zones as described in par 2.6., or during actual deployments between SOC and the deployed areas. Every year up to two deployments could be foreseen during which the modules shall be transported by various transport means (air, rail, road, sea) in 20ft TEU configuration or as stand-alone container.

4.3 In-Service Maintenance.

The Contractor shall provide Maintenance Plans (MP), as per Annex C, for each item of equipment where planned maintenance is required. MPs shall include all preventive maintenance routines for the 20 year life cycle of the equipment (such as Periodic inspections, post-deployment cleaning, pre-stowage preparation, condition monitoring, time-based parts or lubrication activities). MPs shall also clearly identify when specific maintenance or care is required depending on the environmental condition. The maintenance tasks shall be allocated the appropriate level based on the complexity and operational requirements; 3 levels are defined and will be explained by NSPA after contract award. The replacement of the door seals shall be included.

4.4 Training

The Contractor shall develop and provide a training package that will include course materials and will deliver a training session. All container types and all aspects (Inspection, maintenance,repairs etc.) shall be covered in the training, as described in the documentation. However, as participants to the training session will be skilled tradesmen who are already familiar with 20ft container handling and maintenance, the training should primarily focus on the specificities related to the handling of TRICON & BICON containers, (coupling, uncoupling, lifting, weight aspects loading etc.) . This “training the trainers” package will be based on 10 students and be conducted in English prepared for students for whome English is their second language. The training session shall be conducted at SOC, in Taranto, Italy (if not otherwise altered after contract award). All container types shall be available. A minimum of 3x TRICONs and 2x BICONs shall be available for the coupling and handling training. MHE shall be provided by SOC and will be available on site.

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4.5 Documentation Package

The Contractor shall provide sufficient technical information to allow the effective in- service operation and management of the equipment by NSPA and contracted service agents. NSPA shall be authorized to use this information without restriction including for subcontracting maintenance. As a minimum the documentation shall include: a) An Operating and Maintenance manual (O&M) Manual (refer to Annex B). b) An Illustrated Part Diagram (IPD). c) A Material Data Sheet (refer to Annex F and G) d) Drawings (As-Built drawings). e) ISO Certification of Conformity by an accredited agency (see par.2.5). Hyperlinks shall be included in the electronic versions of each document to allow direct access to references, annexes, paragraphs, sub-paragraphs and so forth. A summary of all documents with hyperlinks shall also be provided. Quantity. The Contractor shall provide the documentation in accordance with the table below:

DVD copies (.pdf DVD Master Serial Destination Paper Copies format) Copy editable

2 NSPA - Capellen 1 2 1

3 NSPA - Taranto 2 2 0

Total 3 4 1

The Operating and Maintenance O&M Manual: 4.5.4.1 The O&M Manual is used for describing all operating instructions (removal from storage, the preparation for shipping, the field handling, the preparation for storage…etc). 4.5.4.2 The O&M Manual shall include all 1st and 2nd level operating and maintenance procedures, care during use, and maintenance instructions 4.5.4.3 Information for identification of component and inventory shall also be included. 4.5.4.4 Annex B contains details for publishing the O&M Manual. NSPA is willing to accept a different format that the one described in Annex B, providing that all information will be available. 4.5.4.5 Where Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Manuals exist and are comprehensive, they can be appended to the O&M Manual and simply referred to. Assuming that all of the information requested is included, it needs not be repeated. Should no OEM Manual exist, or the OEM Manual is not sufficiently comprehensive, the O&M Manual shall include the supplemental information necessary to fulfil the requirements described Annex B.

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4.5.4.6 Issuance of the different versions of the manuals is scheduled in Annex A. If not otherwise stated, the manuals shall be provided in electronic format. At each stage, any resulting recommended changes, corrections and/or additions submitted by NSPA shall be incorporated in the next version. Illustrated Parts Diagram (IPD) (Exploded views). The IPD shall satisfy the following requirements: a) The IPD shall be organized in such a way that parts can be easily identified on both the electronic and the hard copy versions. When justified by the complexity, the user shall be guided through the document and shall not have to review it all to identify a specific part. The first level of the IPD shall show the complete system, intermediate levels shall show major assemblies and sub-assemblies and the last level shall show the Lowest Repairable/Replaceable Unit (LRU). b) Illustrations shall be sized to allow a clear identification of the parts. c) Each diagram shall be completed by a table including: serial, object name, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) or Contractor part number and quantity. d) The IPD shall include an index of part number to diagram and/or to pages. e) The electronic version shall allow the use of the “find” function for part number and object name. f) The IPD shall include the LRU for all maintenance levels. Drawings: 4.5.6.1 The Contractor shall submit, for review by NSPA, shop drawings with associated data sheets. No manufacturing shall take place without NSPA having reviewed and agreed to a shop drawing and specifications. 4.5.6.2 The shop drawings are expected to illustrate the major components and assemblies and key characteristics of the equipment. Details below this overview level will be included in the IPD views. 4.5.6.3 Although NSPA shall review and agree to the shop drawing, the Contractor remains fully responsible for the technical definition and to provide a fit for purpose equipment capable of complying to the technical requirements of this SOW. Agreement to the shop drawing is an important phase of the validation process but it does not preclude NSPA requiring modifications during the First Article Inspection and Testing) (FAIT) that shall be the first opportunity to physically validate the design. Documentation Delivery: 4.5.7.1 The documentation is a major deliverable and its issuance shall be critical for the project. Particular attention shall be given to that item within the Project Implementation Plan. Issuance shall be scheduled in accordance with Annex A. 4.5.7.2 All documents in “final version” shall be provided to NSPA with the equipment, and if necessary shall be amended by the Contractor within the warranty period. 4.5.7.3 Document revisions. For all documents (drawings, Manuals, lists etc.), a consistent system of revision shall be implemented.

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4.5.7.4 Scheduling and cross-checking. Information included in all documents shall be consistent; part numbers, terminology and all data shall not differ from one document to another. The Contractor shall carefully schedule the documentation release in accordance with the project milestones and considering interactions between documents. Sufficient time for reviews and corrections before approval shall be scheduled.

4.6 Material Data Sheet (MDS)

The intent is to manage equipment, including spare parts, down to the lowest replaceable component level using an electronic codification system. NSPA uploads and retains the data electronically so the Contractor shall submit his data using this electronic format. After contract award, the Contractor shall complete the MDS in electronic format in accordance with Annex F and G. The MDS shall include individual line items for all equipment, components and parts prepared in a hierarchical format (level/sub-levels) down to the lowest replaceable/repairable unit (LRU), but limited to 1st and 2nd levels of maintenance. Specialized Tools, Test Equipment, documentation and consumable items shall also be included. Price that shall be documented in the MDS for each item are for information purposes only. Acquisition of items beyond those identified in the original contract shall be through a separate purchase order. Codification. For items that have previously been provided a NATO Stock Number the contractor shall provide codification information by completing the appropriate column of the MDS. Schedule. Not providing the MDS and IPD in accordance with the schedule mentioned in Annex A, will become a project roadblock, in particular: The First Article Inspection Test (FAIT) will not be conducted if the MDS is not finalized. The contractor shall deliver a 95% finalized MDS no later than 2 months before FAIT. The MDS shall be uploaded in the NATO data system no later than 1 month before delivery. Goods will not be considered ready for delivery and shipping will not be authorized before successful upload of the MDS.

4.7 Tri-dimensional (3D) models and views

The Contractor shall provide photos of the equipment with a white background in JPEG format as follows: a) Axonometric views at 45, 135, 225 and 315 degrees. b) Front, rear, right, left, top and bottom views. 4.7.1.1 The size and quality of the picture/ file shall be approved by NSPA. Depending on the type of equipment, all the views might not be required. 4.7.1.2 These pictures and views shall be included in the O&M Manual as part of the description of the equipment.

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The Contractor shall provide 3D models of the equipment as built, in .dwg, .stl, .pdf formats. These models will be used for building virtual camps. 4.7.2.1 The models shall include the external envelope of the item (all visible surfaces), the complete details of all interfaces and the characteristics of importance (to be defined for each item). This package shall be provided on a Compact Disc and shall include a list with hyperlinks organized in such a way that each equipment can be directly identified by its name. Each file shall also be identifiable by its name.

4.8 Bar Coding Identification (Annex E)

To facilitate equipment and associated items management, accountability and maintenance, bar codes will be affixed to the deliverables of this contract including packaging and documentation. Marking of the bar codes shall be accomplished in a manner that will not adversely affect the life and utility of the item or component. The bar code application shall be capable of withstanding the same environmental conditions as the item and of lasting the lifetime of the item. In some cases it may be necessary to attach a long wearing tag to the item rather than affixing the bar code directly. Using the format provided by NSPA, the Contractor shall develop and generate a typical bar code for an item of equipment and forward it to NSPA to test “readability”. This test shall be performed on the support (label/material) that will be affixed to the equipment. Bar coded items will be recorded in the MDS and verification will be performed during the FAIT (First Article and Inspection Test). The Contractor will include a packing slip with readable bar codes in any material shipment. No goods will be shipped without bar coding completed. A bar code catalogue including picture, name, part number, quantity and the readable bar code will be included in the O&M Manual and into the containers. Annex E provides details on items that need to be bar coded and on the type of bar code that shall be used.

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5 TESTING, VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION

5.1 General

Prior to delivery, training and Commissioning and Acceptance the deliverables shall undergo a programme of intermediate tests, verifications and validations that will provide objective evidence that they will meet the requirements of the SOW. The Contractor shall be responsible to perform all tests, verifications, validations and to obtain certifications. The tests shall be performed by an accredited entity, preferably a third party. Items subject to damages and/or downgrading of their designed performance after testing shall not be included in the delivery. NSPA reserves the right to perform contradictory tests.

5.2 Test, Verification and Validation Plan

The Contractor shall prepare and deliver a Test, Verification, and Validation (TVV) Plan that identifies all contract requirements and describes, for each, how he intends to demonstrate that these requirements are achieved. This plan shall include the matrix as per Annex D. In this plan, the Contractor shall describe his TVV organization and identify the proposed test, verification, and validation methodologies that he intends to apply for the general categories of system performance, component reliability, maintenance processes, spares management, training, and technical data production. In accordance with the schedule developed from Annex A, the Contractor shall deliver a completed TVV Plan to include, by line item, all contract requirements, identify the methods of validation he is proposing for each (analysis, document review, functional or physical audit, inspection, test, exercise simulation, full scale demonstration, etc.), describe the test program, provide a schedule of events, and indicate the success or pass criteria. This Plan that shall include the First Article Inspection and Testing and the Commissioning and Acceptance will be reviewed and approved by NSPA. A final version of the TVV plan shall be delivered to NSPA 1 month prior to the conduct of the earliest test or validation process. Particular attention shall be given to the followings: 5.2.1.1 Demonstrating that the equipment provided complies with the environmental conditions described in this SOW. Either commercial certification equivalence or testing in accordance with STANAG 4370 and associated AECTPs shall be provided. 5.2.1.2 Demonstrating that the equipment provided complies with the transportability requirements and that the associated procedures are appropriate; 5.2.1.3 When the method proposed and/or the data provided are considered inadequate, NSPA reserves the right to require testing at Contractor’s expense. 5.2.1.4 NSPA reserves the right to participate or to mandate a person or entity to participate to any test performed by the Contractor or sub-contractors. NSPA will also define which test shall be part of the First Article Inspection and Testing (FAIT). Therefore, the Contractor shall inform NSPA sufficiently in advance and receive approval by NSPA to proceed with testing. Page 36 of 43 NATO UNCLASSIFIED CP1101- ISO Containers - dated 04 Jun 2019 NATO UNCLASSIFIED THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF NSPA AND MAY NOT BE COPIED OR CIRCULATED WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION

A possible failure indication during the initial material analysis/ testing shall be a justification to use more detailed analysis and testing methods. Testing procedures shall be defined in order to ensure the identification of a failure or the early signs preceding a failure as soon as possible. It is unacceptable performing test of long duration (several calendar days) without regular intermediate inspections when possible. Any failure and early stage of a failure occurring during a test and that would lead to a safety issue or a mission failure shall justify re-testing after implementation of the corrective measures. Among others, the following tests shall be included in the TVV plan: 5.2.5.1 ISO certification: Unless otherwise specified in MIL-PRF standards, tests prescribed in ISO 1496-1 and corresponding amendments as applicable for all individual or TEU coupled containers. 5.2.5.2 TRICON: Using the coupling connectors, three Tricons shall be connected to form an integral 20-foot TEU container. The TEU module or container shall then be subjected to all the tests as described in ISO 1496-1-1 with the exception of the floor test. In addition, the coupled Tricons shall be certified for CSC 9-high stacking, and tested in accordance with the latest version of ISO 1496-1-1, and its corresponding amendments. 5.2.5.3 BICON: Using the coupling connectors, two BICONS shall be connected to form an integral 20-foot TEU container. The TEU module or container shall then be subjected to all the tests as described in ISO 1496-1-1. In addition, the coupled BICONs shall be certified for CSC 9-high stacking, and tested in accordance with the latest version of ISO 1496-1-1, and its corresponding amendments. Specific BICON test forces (o.a. container stacking) as depicted in MIL-PRF 32410 shall apply. 5.2.5.4 Coupling test: Two Bicon/ three Tricon containers shall be coupled with their supplied connectors in the locked position to form an integral 20-foot module in not more than 30 minutes. A maximum of one forklift truck shall be used to position and assist in the connection of the Bicons to form an ISO equivalent 20-foot module. The containers shall be uncoupled, after being lifted, in not more than 30 minutes with one forklift truck. The connecting couplers shall be returned to their original storage area in each container during the 30 minutes.

5.3 First Article Inspection and Testing (FAIT)

5.3.1.1 The TVV program shall include the testing of the “First Articles” of the series produced. Engineering changes might be required at that stage and manufacturing of the remaining equipment in a series shall not be undertaken until the first articles have passed this test and inspection phase. The Contractor shall seek and receive the authorization from NSPA prior to start the production of the first articles and the serial production. The FAIT shall be organized at one location and it is expected that no more than one FAITs will be organized to cover all the pieces of equipment delivered. FAIT shall be performed on each type of container.

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All items provided for the FAIT shall be fully representative of the final product and shall be produced in accordance with the final manufacturing processes (prototypes are not acceptable). All pieces of equipment and the documentation shall be available for the FAIT.

5.4 Articles used for testing

Under the condition that neither permanent deformation nor non-conformity is detected while performing ISO 1496-1 tests as described for ISO certification, tested articles can be considered part of the delivery.

5.5 Contractor Documentation Verification

The Contractor shall verify that all of the documentation has been produced and published in accordance with the SOW, and the contents are “fit-for-purpose” and satisfy the in-service needs of NSPA as described in the SOW. Specifically the test and verification process will demonstrate that operation, maintenance, preparation for transportation and storage procedures are described and illustrated completely and accurately. This verification shall occur and be formally accepted for each version/element of the documentation package.

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6 COMMISSIONING AND ACCEPTANCE (C&A)

6.1 General

Considering the outline agreement concept with estimated quantities and the NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock types as specified in par. 2.3.3, the Commissioning and Acceptance (C&A) will be performed on the different container types of the NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock production batch, or for container types not included in the NSPA Dedicated Safety Stock, as soon as an initial delivery has occured :  Once these container types have been deliverd at their destinaton.  once all document deliverables have been received at their destination  and once the training program has been completed. On NSPA’s request, the Contractor shall participate with a representative team.

6.2 Documentation Verification

The presence of all documents and their content shall be verified.

6.3 Conduct of commissioning

In any case, Commissioning and Acceptance will be scheduled not later than 2 months after receipt by the User(s) of above mentioned equipment, documentation, and training. The User, at his own expense, will do checking of all components. The Contractor may be requested to participate with sufficient personnel to provide guidance to the Users’ teams; to note and subsequently correct equipment and documentation errors; and to help draw lessons and conclusions that will improve the use of the equipment in the field. All container types and associated equipment shall be commissioned. At the conclusion of the commissioning, the Contractor shall replace all consumables and any spare parts used during the commissioning so that the equipment will be returned to storage ready for intended use.

6.4 Acceptance Report

On conclusion of the commissioning and acceptance, and once NSPA has acknowledged that the material is compliant and fits the respective purpose as described in the technical specifications of this SOW, a final acceptance report will be drawn up. The report will indicate that the material are compliant and fit for purpose and will have an attached deficiency list indicating outstanding items that require follow up. If applicable, and subject to NSPA review and approval, all deviation to the SOW requirements shall also be listed. All deficiencies shall be completely resolved prior to final payment in accordance with the contractual payment schedule.

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7 APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY

7.1 Project Management Person of Contact (POC)

The Contractor shall appoint a Project Manager (PM) who will take responsibility of the project if awarded by NSPA. This PM shall be the point of contact for all matters between NSPA and the Contractor unless specifically agreed by both parties. The PM shall have a minimum of five (3) years of experience as a project manager within a major project with simular, size and value.

7.2 Project Implementation Plan (PIP)

The Contractor shall provide a Project Implementation Plan in accordance with best practices that will be finalized within 1 month of contract award. This Project Implementation Plan shall include at the minimum the following sections with each describing how the Contractor intends to complete the following items listed below. Section 1: Project Management and Control. The Contractor shall describe his project management plan for the period from contract award to final acceptance and throughout the warranty period. The plan shall consider all aspects of the project and define the critical dates against which progress on the project will be measured. Importantly, the plan will describe how the Contractor wishes to define the contract milestones, and how the testing, inspection and certification (TVV plan) will be used to establish that the milestones are fulfilled. Organization, resources and risk management shall be described. Section 2: Project Schedule. Using Microsoft Project, or another similar software compatible with Microsoft Project, the Contractor shall present a project schedule for the completion of the project in accordance with the contractual requirements. This schedule shall include a complete Work Breakdown Structure. The milestones on this schedule shall correspond to the milestones identified in the section above and in Annex A. In addition, a lighter version of the schedule shall also be provided for reporting. The schedule shall be approved by NSPA. Section 3: Quality Assurance. The section will explain how the Quality Assurance/Quality Control System will be used throughout the project including how the system will be implemented by the sub-contractors. The Contractor shall identify those individuals responsible for QA/QC, indicating their place in the project hierarchy and their authority. This section shall list and describe all QA/QC documentation required to be delivered for each system and relate these deliveries to the milestones in the Project Schedule. Section 4: Environmental Protection and Health and Safety. The Contractor will explain how he will implement the appropriate environmental protection and health and safety measures throughout the duration of the project and how he will implement a global approach to ensure that the deliverables will have a minimized environmental footprint and will not represent any health and safety hazards for the users. Section 5: Integrated Logistic Support. The Contractor shall develop an Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) Plan to include the following:

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a) Organizational structure and dedicated resources for the conduct of ILS elements of the project as described in paragraph “Integrated logistic Support”. b) Schedule of activities for ILS work, with the linkages shown to the events in the master schedule. Section 6: Configuration Management. The Contractor shall provide a Configuration Management Plan which will define the organization and procedures used to manage the configuration of the equipment such that NSPA is assured that all of the changes that occur between the initial shop drawing, the production of the first of the series models and the production of the as-built drawings have been reviewed by NSPA, and are reflected in the documentation. The Configuration Management Plan shall also take in consideration the entire life cycle of the equipment. Section 8: Commissioning and Acceptance. The Contractor shall provide a Commissioning and Acceptance Plan (included in the TVV plan) that indicates the expected date of final acceptance of the equipment and associated deliverables. Successful commissioning and subsequent final acceptance implies that the system is appropriate for the intended use, complies with the SOW requirements, works fully as conceived and that drawings, documentation, testing, certification and all deliverable are complete.

7.3 Project Reporting

Upon award of contract the selected Contractor shall submit a fortnightly report on the progress of the project. The report will be based on the milestones and events identified in the project schedule. The monthly updated report shall be submitted at the close of business on Friday in the Contractor’s time zone and shall detail: a) List of action items/ questions and their status. b) Photos showing the progress/ main activities performed c) Milestones that have been expected to be achieved that period. d) Progress against those milestones. e) Milestones anticipated for the upcoming month. f) Reasons for deviations from the original plan, if applicable. g) Corrective measures to be taken to return project to the original track. h) Risk assessment and mitigation plan. i) Financial statement. j) Overall comments from the Contractor’s project manager. k) Status of the NSPA Dedicates container Safety stock, and replenishment schedule; The format shall be approved by NSPA.

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7.4 Meetings

At its own expense, the Contractor shall participate, if so required by NSPA, in meetings that may be held at the Contractor’s facilities or at a sub-contractor’s facilities, at the NSPA or at the customer’s facilities. However, telephone and video conferencing will be maximized and the Contractor is expected to obtain access to a video teleconference facility that is compatible with that of NSPA. The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Meeting Agenda for all meetings. The Contractor shall prepare and submit Meeting Minutes for all meetings. The Contractor shall participate in periodic project management review meetings and in particular shall consider: 7.4.4.1 The Kick-off Meeting: within 20 calendar days of contract award notification, at NSPA. Note that the contractual delivery date is not linked to this meeting. 7.4.4.2 Progress Review Meetings (PRM) and Design Review Meeting (DRM): 1st meeting within 30 calendar days following the Kick-off Meeting and every month thereafter, at NSPA unless otherwise agreed (PRM and DRM meetings combined). This shall include a meeting for preparing the FAIT, a meeting for the Manufacturing Approval of the First Articles (MA-FA), a meeting for the Manufacturing Approval of Serial (MA-S) production. Once MA-S will be granted, this monthly meeting will stop, and fortnightly reports can become monthly The PRM/ DRM date and agenda shall be confirmed at the minimum ten (10) working days prior to the meeting. When relevant, the Contractor shall provide supporting documents at the same time. All the subject matter experts shall be present as required during these meetings. Whenever possible, meetings shall be combined with site visits.

7.5 Language

The Contractor’s POC shall be fluent in written and spoken English (see par. 2.11.3.)

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8 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS

The following references in their latest version apply in addition and/ or in concert to the requirements of the SOW.

Serial Document Description 1. ISO 668: 2013, Series 1 freight containers - Classification, dimensions and ratings. with Amendments 1&2 :2016 and DAmnd 3 2. ISO 830: 1999 Terminology in relation to freight containers with Corrigenda Cor 1:2001 3. ISO 1161: 2016 Series 1 Freight Containers – Corner and intermediate fittings- Specifications. 4. ISO 1496-1-1:2013 Series 1 Freight Containers – Specification and Testing – Part 1: General Cargo Containers for general purposes with Amendment 1:2016. 5. ISO 6346: 1995 Freight Containers – Coding, identification and marking. with Amendment 3 :2012 and CD Amnd 1 6. ISO 3874:2017 Series 1 Freight Containers – Handling and securing 7. MIL-PRF-32349A Performance specification on TRICON containers, dated 24 Aug 2011.

8. MIL-PRF-32410 Performance specification on BICON containers type II, dated 8 Jan 2013.

9. AECTP – 200 (Edition 4) ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 10. AECTP – 300 (Edition 3) CLIMATIC ENVIRONMENTAL TEST 11. AQAPs 2110 ALLIED QUALITY ASSURANCE PUBLICATIONS - NATO QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION 12. AMovP-5 Allied publication on Multi Modal Transport Issues 13. STANAG 6001-Atrain p-5 LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVELS 14. STANAG 4370 ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING

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