USS Arizona Memorial Tour Boat Fleet Industry Day

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Background The PMS 300 is hosting an Industry Day to provide an overview of the recapitalization effort for the USS Arizona Memorial Tour Boat (AZM TB) fleet. The fleet consists of 6 boats designed to support a mission of operating two boats (rotating) for 11 hours a day, 362 days a year, to provide access to the USS Arizona Memorial. The mission emphasizes reliability, fuel efficiency, and a solemn ride that does not detract from the memorial experience. The overall objective is summarized as 'Reliable, Efficient, and Solemn.' Work Details The Industry Day will include discussions on different recapitalization options such as new construction or refurbishment of the AZM TB fleet. Key activities include: - Welcome and strategic overview of the AZ Memorial Ferry Program focusing on reliability, energy efficiency, lifecycle value, and visitor experience. - A detailed briefing on current fleet operations covering operational tempo, maintenance drivers, reliability data, and operator feedback. - Hands-on inspections of representative ferry boats to assess hull and machinery conditions and discuss potential conversion courses of action (COAs). - Walkthroughs of pier-side infrastructure to discuss challenges and estimated costs for upgrades from standard shore power to DC Fast Charging. - A round-trip ride for attendees to experience the operational cycle and current vessel conditions firsthand. Period of Performance The Industry Days are scheduled for March 18-19, 2026. Place of Performance Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Honolulu, Hawaii.