Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act

3.0.0 924 2023-01-11T19:45:44Z 2023-01-11T19:45:44Z Senate S S 2007-03-20 110 sscm00 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Senate Standing Reported by 2007-05-24T17:46:58Z Markup by 2007-04-25T23:37:27Z Referred to 2007-03-20T18:45:44Z S. Rept. 110-72 Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act 110 2722 HR 2007-08-03 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Related bill House Text similarities House 2007-12-19 Senate Message on Senate action sent to the House. Floor 2007-12-19 19:00:00 Received in the House. Floor H14000 2 House floor actions 2007-12-19 19:00:00 Held at the desk. Floor H15000 2 House floor actions 2007-12-19 Senate Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S15947-15950) Floor 2007-12-19 Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S15947-15950) Floor 17000 9 Library of Congress 2007-12-19 Senate The committee substitute as amended agreed to by Unanimous Consent. Floor 2007-12-19 Senate Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S15945-15950; text as reported in Senate: CR S15945-15947) Floor 2007-05-24 Senate Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 171. Calendars 2007-05-24 sscm00 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-72. Committee 2007-05-24 Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-72. Committee 14000 9 Library of Congress sscm00 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee 2007-04-25 sscm00 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably. Committee 2007-03-20 sscm00 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Senate Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3358-3359) IntroReferral 2007-03-20 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3357-3358) IntroReferral B00100 9 Library of Congress 2007-03-20 Introduced in Senate IntroReferral 10000 9 Library of Congress C000127 Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] Maria Cantwell D WA N S000663 Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME] Olympia Snowe R ME J. 2007-03-20 True 2007-05-10T04:00:00Z S. 924, Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act http://www.cbo.gov/publication/18647 <p>Cost estimate for the bill as ordered reported by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on April 25, 2007</p> 2007-05-10T04:00:00Z S. 924, Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act https://www.cbo.gov/publication/18647 Cost estimate for the bill as ordered reported by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on April 25, 2007 Transportation and Public Works Armed Forces and National Security Coast guard Competitive bidding Conflict of interests Congress Congressional investigations Congressional oversight Congressional reporting requirements Cost accounting Cost overruns Crime and Law Enforcement Defense procurement Department of Homeland Security Economics and Public Finance Finance and Financial Sector Government Operations and Politics Government contractors Government procurement Governmental investigations Patrol aircraft Patrol ships Reprogramming of appropriated funds Science, Technology, Communications Subcontractors Technology assessment Terrorism Transportation and Public Works

00 2007-03-20 Introduced in Senate 2008-01-07T18:44:50Z Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act - Regulates Coast Guard procurements relating to the Integrated Deepwater Program, including requiring full implementation of the measures contained in the Coast Guard's report entitled Coast Guard: Blue Print for Acquisition Reform.

Permits the Coast Guard Commandant to transfer funds for personnel, compensation, and benefits from the appropriation account Acquisition, Construction, and Improvement to the appropriation account Operating Expenses for personnel compensation and benefits and related costs necessary to execute new or existing Coast Guard procurements.

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01 2007-05-24 Reported to Senate with amendment(s) 2008-01-07T18:45:34Z Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act - Prohibits the Coast Guard from using a private sector entity as a lead systems integrator for procurements under, or in support of, the Integrated Deepwater Systems Program (IDP). Requires the Coast Guard to use full and open competition for any other procurement for which an outside contractor is used for the IDP. Sets forth various exceptions.

Limits, for certain procurements, the financial interests IDP lead systems integrators and tier 1 subcontractors may have in a subcontractor below tier 1 level.

(Sec. 3) Requires, before certain procurements may be awarded, an analysis of alternatives by an independent third party, including regarding capability and interoperability, technology risk and maturity, and life-cycle costs.

(Sec. 4) Prohibits the Coast Guard from executing an IDP procurement contract, delivery order, or task order exceeding $10 million until the Coast Guard's commandant certifies certain matters, including that market research has been conducted, the technology has a high likelihood of accomplishing its intended mission, the technology is affordable, and funding is available. Excludes from the prohibition IDP contracts, deliver orders, or task orders for research and development or technology demonstrations.

(Sec. 5) Requires that any IDP procurement contract, delivery order, or task order: (1) address recommendations in a specified Government Accountability Office (GAO) report and any subsequent GAO recommendations, including the recommendation that any award or incentive fee be tied to program outcomes; (2) provides that certification of any IDP procurement will be conducted by an independent third party; (3) does not include certain provisions relating to contract extension, committing the Coast Guard without its explicit written approval, or allowing for equitable adjustment that differs from the Federal Acquisition Regulations; (4) for any contract extending the existing IDP contract term that expires in June, 2007, meet certain review requirements and address recommendations made in a specified study; and (5) meets the requirements of the Systems Acquisition Manual.

(Sec. 6) Requires that the Commandant ensure that: (1) the measures contained in a specified Coast Guard report relating to acquisition reform are implemented fully; (2) additional measures for improved management recommended in a specified study by the Defense Acquisition University are implemented; (3) integrated product teams, and all higher-level teams that oversee integrated product teams, are chaired by Coast Guard personnel; and (4) the Assistant Commandant for Engineering and Logistics is designated as the Technical Authority for all IDP design, engineering, and technical decisions.

(Sec. 7) Requires reports.

(Sec. 8) Requires the Coast Guard to consult with the Comptroller General to ensure GAO recommendations in a specified existing and any future reports with respect to award fee and award term criteria are addressed to the maximum extent practicable. Requires the Commandant to ensure that all other recommendations in those reports are implemented to the maximum extent practicable within one year after the date of enactment of this Act.

(Sec. 9) Requires the Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security to report on the acquisition of assets under the Deepwater program.

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35 2007-12-19 Passed Senate amended 2008-01-08T17:53:58Z Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act - (Sec. 2) Prohibits the Coast Guard from using a private sector entity as a lead systems integrator for procurements under, or in support of, the Integrated Deepwater Systems Program (IDP). Requires the Coast Guard, unless otherwise excepted in accordance with the Competition in Contracting Act of 1984 and the Federal Acquisition Regulations, to use full and open competition for any other procurement for which an outside contractor is used for the IDP. Sets forth various other exceptions.

Limits, for certain procurements, the financial interests IDP lead systems integrators and tier 1 subcontractors may have in a subcontractor below tier 1 level.

(Sec. 3) Requires, before certain procurements of major assets may be awarded, an analysis of alternatives by an independent third party, including regarding capability and interoperability, technology risk and maturity, and life-cycle costs. Prohibits procurement of an experimental or technically immature major asset under the IDP until an alternatives analysis has been conducted for the asset.

(Sec. 5) Requires that any IDP procurement contract, delivery order, or task order: (1) address recommendations in a specified Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, including the recommendation that any award or incentive fee be tied to program outcomes; (2) address any subsequent GAO recommendations relevant to the contract terms; (3) provide that certification of any IDP procurement will be conducted by an independent third party; (4) not include certain provisions relating to committing the Coast Guard without its explicit written approval or allowing for equitable adjustment that differs from the Federal Acquisition Regulations; (5) meet the requirements of a specified Coast Guard acquisition manual; (6) for any contract extending the existing IDP contract term that expires in June 2007, meet certain review requirements and address recommendations made in a specified study; and (7) not include a requirement for the purchase of a minimum number of specific assets.

(Sec. 7) Requires that the Coast Guard: (1) make arrangements as appropriate with the Department of Defense for support in contracting and management of IDP procurements; (2) seek opportunities to leverage off contracts of other appropriate agencies; and (3) report to specified congressional committees such arrangements.

Requires the Comptroller General to report to specified congressional committees, assessing current Coast Guard acquisition and management capabilities to manage IDP-related procurements, including improvement recommendations, and addressing whether the Coast Guard can better leverage Department of Defense or other agencies' contracts.

(Sec. 8) Requires reports, including certain annual IDP-related budget justifications, quarterly status updates, and certain reports on cost overruns and delays.

Amends the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2006 to modify the required contents of an IDP-related report.

(Sec. 9) Requires the Coast Guard to consult with the Comptroller General to ensure GAO recommendations in a specified existing and any future reports with respect to award fee and award term criteria are addressed to the maximum extent practicable. Requires the Commandant to ensure that all other recommendations in those reports are implemented to the maximum extent practicable within one year after the date of enactment of this Act and that subsequent recommendations are implemented to the maximum extent practicable as they arise.

(Sec. 10) Requires the Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security to report on the acquisition of assets under the Deepwater program.

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Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act Official Title as Introduced A bill to strengthen the United States Coast Guard's Integrated Deepwater Program. Introduced in Senate IS Display Title Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act Short Titles as Introduced Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act Short Titles as Reported to Senate Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act S Senate Short Titles as Passed Senate Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act S Senate 3884 110 SAMDT Of a perfecting nature. 2022-02-03T05:23:28Z 2007-12-19 Amendment SA 3884 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. SA 3884 https://www.congress.gov/amendment/110th-congress/senate-amendment/3884 C000127 Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] Maria Cantwell D WA 1 1 S000663 Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME] Olympia Snowe R ME J. 2007-12-19 True 2007-12-19T05:00:00Z 2007-12-19T05:00:00Z Senate 110 S Senate S 924 Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act 2023-01-11T19:45:44Z 6 2007-12-19 0 Senate Amendment SA 3884 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. Floor 2007-12-19 0 Senate Amendment SA 3884 proposed by Senator Reid for Senator Cantwell. (consideration: CR S15947) Of a perfecting nature. Floor 2007-12-19 Senate amendment proposed (on the floor): Amendment SA 3884 proposed by Senator Reid for Senator Cantwell.(consideration: CR S15947) Floor 93000 9 Library of Congress 2007-12-19 Senate amendment agreed to: Amendment SA 3884 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. Floor 94000 9 Library of Congress 2007-12-19 Senate amendment submitted Floor 91000 9 Library of Congress Engrossed in Senate 2007-12-19T05:00:00Z Reported to Senate 2007-05-24T04:00:00Z Introduced in Senate 2007-03-20T04:00:00Z 2007-12-19 Message on Senate action sent to the House. text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress This file contains bill summaries and statuses for federal legislation. A bill summary describes the most significant provisions of a piece of legislation and details the effects the legislative text may have on current law and federal programs. Bill summaries are authored by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) of the Library of Congress. As stated in Public Law 91-510 (2 USC 166 (d)(6)), one of the duties of CRS is "to prepare summaries and digests of bills and resolutions of a public general nature introduced in the Senate or House of Representatives". For more information, refer to the User Guide that accompanies this file.