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H.R. 6999 (110th)

Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act of 2008

openUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

23 September 2008

Last action

27 September 2008 · Floor

Status

Received in the Senate.

Sponsors

ELIJAH CUMMINGS, Rep. Oberstar, James L. [D-MN-8], Rep. Bishop, Timothy H. [D-NY-1], Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2]

Subjects

Defence, Transport

Source updated

14 August 2025

Defence · Transport

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Summary

Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act of 2008 - Prohibits the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating from using a private sector entity as a lead systems integrator (LSI) for Integrated Deepwater Program (IDP) acquisitions, subject to stated exceptions. Requires the Secretary and the IDP LSI, subject to exception, to use full and open competition for any IDP acquisition for which an outside contractor is used. Requires that any IDP contract, delivery order, or task order contain certain terms, including regarding IDP certifications, technical reviews of proposed designs, design changes, and engineering changes, TEMPEST certification standards, and any contract for acquisition of an Offshore Patrol Cutter. Prohibits any IDP contract, delivery order, or task order containing provisions that either commits the Secretary without express written approval by the Secretary or that allows equitable adjustment that differs from the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Requires and regulates an early operational assessment for any major asset type acquired for the Coast Guard. Requires independent third party testing or certification regarding: (1) the assessment of operational capability of the first in class of a major cutter or aircraft acquisition; (2) all electronics on aircraft, surface, and shore assets that require TEMPEST certification and communication security (COMSEC) standards; (3) the design and construction of each National Security Cutter, subject to exception; and (4) the airworthiness of all aircraft and aircraft engines. Requires, for an IDP contract, delivery order, or task order exceeding $10 million, that the Secretary certify that: (1) appropriate market research has been conducted before technology development; (2) the technology has been demonstrated and demonstrates a high likelihood of success; (3) funding is available; and (4) the technology complies with all policies, regulations, and directives. Requires: (1) that integrated product teams be chaired by Coast Guard officers, members, or employees; (2) that the Commandant maintain or designate the authority to establish, approve, and maintain IDP technical requirements; and (3) a comprehensive strategy for enhancing the role of Coast Guard program managers. Establishes the position of Coast Guard Chief Acquisitions Officer. Directs the Secretary to revise and update the IDP's project management plan and issue new or updated acquisition plans and acquisition program baselines for each IDP asset class. Prohibits the IDP acquisition of an experimental, technically immature, or first-in-class major asset unless an alternatives analysis was conducted during the concept and technology development phase. Directs the Secretary to make arrangements with the Secretary of Defense for support in IDP contracting and management of acquisitions and to seek opportunities to leverage off of contracts of appropriate agencies. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into an agreement to obtain the assistance of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development, and Acquisition with the oversight of Coast Guard major acquisition programs.

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Timeline

  1. 23 September 2008

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 23 September 2008

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 23 September 2008

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 24 September 2008

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

    Source: Committee

  5. 27 September 2008

    Introduced

    Received in the Senate.

    Source: IntroReferral

  6. 27 September 2008

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  7. 27 September 2008

    Passed

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H10145-10150)

    Source: Floor

  8. 27 September 2008

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H10145-10150)

    Source: Floor

  9. 27 September 2008

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 6999.

    Source: Floor

  10. 27 September 2008

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10145-10154)

    Source: Floor

  11. 27 September 2008

    Floor

    Mr. Oberstar moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

    Source: Floor

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