PORT VISIT SUPPORT STRATEGIES: A COMPARATIVE CASE STUDY BETWEEN HSP AND NON-HSP
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Authors
Cortesrodriguez, Zeferino
Lynch, William J.
Booc, Markanthony L.
Subjects
husbanding services
port visits
Bahrain
Sasebo Japan
ships
HSP
contracting
port visits
Bahrain
Sasebo Japan
ships
HSP
contracting
Advisors
Ferrer, Geraldo
Mortlock, Robert F.
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2023-06
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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The U.S. Navy utilizes various port visit support frameworks around the world. This research evaluates the various frameworks and develops a model that can be used to inform planners and policy makers in determining which framework or combination thereof is best for a given port. It examines previous research on the topic of husbanding service providers (HSP) and explores notable concerns about overreliance on them, such as allegations of fraud in certain ports, operational security vulnerability, and limits of contractor support during a major theater conflict. Through discussions with subject-matter experts, extensive personnel experience, and a review of available databases, this research provides valuable analysis between HSP, non-HSP, and hybrid support frameworks. A comparative case study was conducted to highlight the differences and benefits of the three primary support structures. Three foreign ports were evaluated on five enabling factors: auditability, flexibility, reliability, vulnerability, and durability. We concluded that there was no perfect answer for every port. It depends on the mix of force enablers that are desired for a specific port. Recommendations include in-depth market research, investments of organic capabilities in strategic locations, and a standardized policy and quality assurance process for every support strategy.
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Department of Defense Management (DDM)
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NPS Naval Research Program
This project was funded in part by the NPS Naval Research Program.
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