Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Contractor shall conduct annual thermographic inspections of all AMHS vessel electrical equipment, machinery, and wiring connections. The AMHS currently has nine (9) vessels that require annual thermographic inspections. AMHS reserves the right to request additional service during the term of the contract and to add or remove vessels from service under this contract. The thermographic inspections shall include inspections of: motors, generators, wiring connections, motor controllers, transformers, switchboards, and circuit breaker panels throughout the AMHS vessel scheduled for inspection. An ampmeter shall be used where needed and data recorded. During the inspection the Contractor shall detail the conditions found and outline the repair recommended. The Contractor shall verify the location and number of motor controllers, circuit breaker panels, and electrical equipment that are on each vessel. DOT&PF/AMHS shall provide the Contractor with a vessel operating schedule from which the Contractor shall make scheduled inspection dates. The vessel operating schedule shall be given to the Contractor at least forty-five days' notice prior to any vessel inspections. The inspection shall be performed while the vessel is in operation, approximately four (4) weeks prior to its annual shipyard overhaul period. It is the intent of the AMHS that multiple vessels shall be served on each scheduled trip by the contractor. The AMHS will endeavor to minimize the "stand by" time.
