scope:

This specification covers special single-conductor buoyant cable with high mechanical performance characteristics, such as high strength, flexibility, low compression set, low water absorption, low temperature properties and abrasion resistance.

This appendix requires the establishment of a quality control system by the contractor to assure that supplies meet the quality standards established by the contract. This system, including procedures, is subject to surveillance by the Government representative. The procedures shall be designed by the contractor. The contractor's procedures used to implement the requirements of this appendix shall be subject to the disapproval of the Government representative.

This appendix shall apply to all supplies on which Government inspection is required.

This appendix and any procedure or document executed in implementation thereof, shall be in addition to and not in derogation of other contract requirements.