COMDTINST 3111.1C — Cutter Homeport Decision Process (chdp)

COMDTINST 3111.1C governs policies and procedures for Coast Guard cutter homeport decisions, including roles and responsibilities.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 3111.1C
  • Title: CUTTER HOMEPORT DECISION PROCESS (CHDP)
  • Date: 4/3/2024
  • Proponent: CG-751

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It establishes a standardized, quantitative, analytical, and logical method for the Cutter Homeport Decision Process. It covers process phases, homeport assessment factors, shore support timing, acquisition and budget alignment, and related environmental considerations.

Applies to: All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, chief of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained.

Topics covered

  • Cutter homeport decisions
  • Cutter Homeport Decision Process
  • Homeport decision phases
  • Homeport assessment tool
  • Mission effectiveness and navigation
  • Support and maintenance
  • Local support infrastructure
  • Environmental impact

Questions and answers

Who must comply with COMDTINST 3111.1C?

All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, chief of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained. (paragraph 2)

How long does the Cutter Homeport Decision Process normally take?

From start to finish, the CHDP normally takes 12-36 months to complete, depending on the available information at the start of the process, the complexity of the initiative, and type of homeport decision (see 3.A.2.). (paragraph 1)

When is a signed decision memo required for a new cutter class homeport decision?

To provide the minimum time for the homeport planning, funding, and construction of the required shore facilities, a signed decision memo is required eight years prior to CONUS and OCONUS homeport arrival. (paragraph 2)

How must records created under COMDTINST 3111.1C be managed?

Records created as a result of this Instruction, regardless of format or media, must be managed in accordance with Records & Information Management Program Roles and Responsibilities, COMDTINST 5212.12 (series) and the records retention schedule located on the Records Resource Center Microsoft SharePoint site at: https://uscg.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/cg61/SitePages/CG-611-RIM.aspx . (paragraph 1-1)

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