LPD Class Support Equipment

LI 0946 - LPD Class Support Equipment is a Navy budget line item that provides funding for the procurement, modernization, and sustainment of support equipment for the LPD 17 class amphibious transport dock ships. The program's primary objective is to ensure that these ships remain mission-ready, technologically current, and capable of achieving their expected 40+ year service life. This is accomplished through targeted investments in mission-critical electronics, Hull Mechanical & Engineering (HM&E) systems, ship control systems, and network infrastructure. The funding addresses both immediate operational needs and long-term modernization requirements, supporting Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) availability schedules and mid-life modernization efforts.

CJ030 - HW/SW Obsolescence focuses on resolving hardware and software obsolescence issues across key shipboard systems. This includes upgrades to the Command Information Display System (CIDS), Engineering Control Systems (ECS), Fire Detection Systems, Integrated Voice Communication Systems (IVCS), and Damage Control Action Management System (DCAMS). The objective is to enhance reliability, safety, and cybersecurity by replacing outdated components, improving system architecture, and ensuring compatibility with current Navy standards. Funding supports both procurement and installation of these upgrades, with quantities and scope tailored to each ship's configuration and CNO availability.

CJ040 - HM&E Electrical Modifications provides modernization funding to correct mission, safety, and reliability issues within electrical systems. Key objectives include reducing maintenance-intensive systems and addressing critical electrical upgrades such as Space-Based Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) reduction and improvements to the Helo/Aircraft Electrical Service System (HESS/AESS). These modifications are intended to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime. Procurement and installation schedules are aligned to ship availability and maintenance cycles.

CJ050 - HM&E Survivability Modifications targets enhancements to ship survivability through upgrades to ventilation systems, specifically the installation of composite ventilation louvers and screens. These improvements are designed to bolster force protection and safety, with installation packages customized for each ship's zone and increment. The program also accounts for the extended installation timelines required for ships operating outside the continental United States (OCONUS).

CJ060 - HM&E Mechanical/Auxiliary Modifications encompasses a broad set of mechanical and auxiliary upgrades, including bulkhead shaft seals, hangar door controls, reverse osmosis water unit upgrades, aviation crane replacements, scullery improvements, branch piping modifications, titanium valve replacements, and common fuel rail upgrades. The goal is to improve reliability, reduce maintenance, and ensure sustainable operations. Funding supports both procurement and installation, with production lead times adjusted to reflect actual procurement experiences and long lead material requirements.

CJ070 - SWAN-CANES Integration addresses the transition from legacy Shipboard Wide Area Network (SWAN) systems to the Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) architecture. This integration is vital for maintaining information assurance, cybersecurity, and operational performance. The program funds the fielding of a new HM&E network, supports legacy system sustainment during the transition, and replaces obsolete hardware and software. The objective is to ensure LPD 17 class ships remain resilient against evolving cyber threats and maintain compliance with Navy network standards.

Other notable objectives within the line item include technical training equipment to support sailor training, long-lead spare parts to mitigate catastrophic failures, integrated logistics and equipment engineering, standardized actuator development, and enhanced network monitoring and cybersecurity. Collectively, these efforts ensure the LPD class remains operationally effective, technologically current, and capable of meeting evolving mission requirements.