naval sea systems command poc: chris knoble, pms392h3 202-781-3255 [email protected]
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GUIDELINES Must be at no cost to the government (10 U.S. Code
Section 7545) Typical removal/recovery costs are within budgeted disposal
costs Entire submarine cannot be donated due to security
and classification restrictions NAVSEA authorization required for structures such as
sails or rudders Removed only during recycling availability – typically 5-15
years after inactivation/decommissioning NAVSEA works with the Naval History and Heritage
Command (NHHC) to approve transfers The Curator of the Navy has right of first refusal for items
under consideration
GUIDELINES NHHC is direct POC for non-structural artifacts such
as awards/plaques, ship's bell, silverware, etc. – NAVSEA authorization not required
Requestor is responsible for shipping, transportation, site setup, and installation
Requesting organization must be non-profit or government entity
Requesting organization must have clear title to site or city/town approval in writing Must include commitment to maintain item and site in
condition befitting a memorial and US Navy Site plan and proof of title must be submitted to
NAVSEA for approval
REQUIRED CORRESPONDENCE Formal Initial Request to NAVSEA
(PMS392) NAVSEA Initial Approval Requestor Letter of Intent with Site Plan NAVSEA Approval as Donation or Loan Other agreements related to hazardous
material/ environmental concerns may be required
TRANSFERS
Typical transfer request is for a submarine’s sail and upper rudder
Transfer of other equipment is dependent on demilitarization and declassification requirements
Recent Transfers BIRMINGHAM (SSN 695) Sail – Defense Logistics Agency,
Columbus, OH CINCINNATI (SSN 693) Sail/Rudder/Emergency Diesel
Generator/Wardroom Table – Cincinnati Riverfront Park, Cincinnati, OH
OMAHA (SSN 692) Sail/Rudder – Freedom Park, Omaha, NE DRUM (SSN 677) Sail – Naval Station Great Lakes, Great
Lakes, IL TRITON (SSN 586) Sail – Port of Benton, Richland, WA
EXAMPLES
SSN 688 Class Sail Example Physical Description:
Length: 26’ 3”Height: 17’Weight: 120,000 lbs. (approx.)Width: 5’ 5” (excluding fairwater planes)
30’ (including fairwater planes)
Modifications for Shipping:Cut into 3 pieces for transportation by lowboy
trailers2 pieces are 26’ X 10’ X 6’ (50K lbs and 42K lbs)3rd piece is 28’ X 11’ X 2 (28K lbs)
SAIL INFORMATION