Outfitting

The Outfitting program within the Navy's Shipbuilding and Conversion appropriation focuses on equipping new ships with necessary onboard repair parts, secondary items, and consumables. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that ships are fully operational upon delivery. It supports new construction, conversion, service life extension programs, and nuclear refueling by providing essential spare parts and equipment as defined by the baseline coordinated shipboard allowance list (COSAL). The program aims to meet the operational readiness goals set by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) by ensuring ships are equipped with tools, test equipment, and safety commodities necessary for successful sea trials.

Post Delivery efforts address repairs and testing of government-responsible items that were initially believed to be complete or operable at delivery. This phase is vital for delivering ships free from both contractor and government deficiencies. The Post Shakedown Availability (PSA) period allows for correcting any deficiencies identified during initial trials and implementing authorized improvements. The resources allocated during this phase ensure that ships meet the Navy's mission requirements before their full integration into the fleet.

First Destination Transportation (FDT) involves transporting materials from procurement sources to their initial point of use or storage. This includes transportation within the United States or overseas and covers materials provided to contractors for research and development projects or system acquisitions. By managing these logistics effectively, FDT supports timely outfitting and readiness of naval vessels.

The Outfitting program plays a critical role in maintaining the Navy's operational capabilities by ensuring that newly constructed or modified ships are fully equipped and ready for deployment. Through careful management of resources across various phases—initial outfitting, post-delivery corrections, and transportation logistics—the program supports the Navy's strategic objectives in maintaining a robust maritime presence.