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36 -- STRADDLE TYPE GANTRY CRANE SOL F08637-00-T0539 DUE 060200 POC Ronald Wilson, Contracting Specialist, Phone 850 283-8665, Fax 850 283-8491, Email ron.wilson@tyndall.af.mil -- Deirdre Bird, Contract Specialist, Phone 850 283-8613, Fax 850 283-3963, Email WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=R&ProjID=F08637-00-T053 9&LocID=511. E-MAIL: Ronald Wilson, ron.wilson@tyndall.af.mil. This is a combined solicitation/synopsis for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format prepared in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a request for proposal, the RFP number F08637-00-T0539. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-17. This procurement is subject to full and open competition. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which, if timely received will be considered by this agency. The Standard Industrial Code for this acquisition is 3536. Offerors are bidding on one (1) Straddle type gantry crane. Offerors should submit their commercially available or manufactured product. Offerors shall indicate time for delivery, but it is desired within 90 days ARO. Offerors will supply with their offer, pictures, specifications, drawings and/or any other literature relevant to their product. 1. SCOPE: a. Provide a diesel or gas powered straddle type mobile gantry carrier, consisting of a substantial steel structural frame of rectangular box section member, supported by four (4) sets of wheels with pneumatic tires (one set at each corner of frame) capable of straddling and carrying loads. A four stroke diesel or gas powered hydraulic system shall be used for propulsion and steering system, and to power the two (2) winches for lifting by means of multiple parts of wire rope and sheave system threaded through lifting hook blocks. b. If any responding bid may differ from the requirements as presented herein, each variation must be described and reference made to each paragraph to which the variation will apply. 2. STANDARD DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS: -- Rated Capacity: 60,000 lbs. -- Inside Clear Width: 20_ -- Inside Clear Hook Height: 17_ -- Maximum Allowable Height: 21_ -- Powered by a four stroke diesel or gasoline engine -- Cold weather starting aid consisting of either a block heater or glow plug for diesel engine -- Lights for driving and working -- Two-wheel drive with 90-degree pivot steering, 4-wheel drive is acceptable -- Fully enclosed cab to include: controls, adjustable bucket seat, operating switches and gauges, heater, defroster, windshield wipers, sliding door and side window, and tinted glass -- Tires: New X Rated steel belted radials wide base -- Wheel fenders/guards for safety -- Two (2) twenty (20) ton bridge hoists that work independently and/or simultaneously -- Lifting mechanism to move full length of span in either direction. -- Lifting hook mechanisms with safety latches that travel to floor level -- Weight load indicator with overload alarm system -- Audible travel warning alarms and rotating beacons for both forward and reverse movement -- To be assembled, and a final inspection and acceptance to be performed at CEMIRT, Bldg.922, Dover AFB, DE 3. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS AND RATED LOAD CONDITIONS: Rated lifting capacity is with the total load capacity of 80,000 pounds equally distributed between front and rear hoist. 4. MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION: All steel material used in the construction of the crane shall be new, and of good commercial quality. The principle steel used in the structural frame complies with ASTM-35 grade or ASTM-A-572 grade steel plate cut, formed welded structural steel tubing sections of ASTM-A-500 grade B material, to provide a rigid structural frame, fastened together with bolted connections at erection joints. The crane unit must be capable of being relocated and re-certified upon assembly. 5. DESIGN STANDARDS AND SAFETY CODES: a. The operating crane unit shall be in total Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance. b. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), Section 1.5 of specification for design, fabrication, and erection of structural steel, eight edition dated as of 1980.c. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A-325 specification for structural joints. d. Joint Industry Conference (JIC) -- standards for hydraulic systems. e. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) -- B-30.2.0 dated as of 1976 for overhead and gantry cranes. f. Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) -- J-881-A, lifting crane drum and sheave sizes. 6. GENERAL ARRANGEMENTS: a. The four stroke diesel or gas drive hydraulic power unit shall be enclosed in metal shrouding and mounted in an accessible location for servicing and maintenance. b. The main upper cross beam shall be fitted with a structural pivot to eliminate torsional stress in this member, and allow the frame to oscillate while in travel mode over uneven surfaces. c. The operator control station shall be mounted in a position to provide good visibility to the operator, for viewing the load to be handled and also the wheel positions while traveling in close quarters. All operator controls are to be located in the operator station for complete unit and function control by a single operator. 7. HOISTING SYSTEM: a. The hoist system shall consist of two independently powered winches. This shall provide independent or simultaneous driving of the winches to provide precise and smooth control for handling light to full maximum loads. b. The hoist assembly shall be equipped with sheet metal covers to enclose the drive system. The assembly shall be mounted rigid to the structural frame. The winch drum shall be grooved for the size wire rope used. 8. OTHER DETAILS: a. All hoist system sheaves and drums shall be fitted with low friction sealed roller bearings. b. Wheel Pivots and Frame: All wheel pivots shall be fitted with sealed tapered roller bearings or open face bearings with zerk lube fittings for periodic greasing. Wheel frames shall be cantilevered design. All other rotating or oscillating parts shall be fitted with sealed tapered roller bearings or open face bearings with zerk lube fittings for periodic greasing. c. Propulsion: Propulsion and wheel traction shall provide differential action to each wheel while turning through a 90-degree turn. The driving system shall be fitted with a brake system to enable parking the machine on a maximum grade and leave the machine unattended. A service brake system shall also be provided to stop the machine smoothly while traveling fully loaded on a maximum grade. d. Tires: The tires shall be new and with the manufacturer_s approval for the rated loads. The tire size shall be sufficient to support the maximum load. e. Block Arrangements: Each block shall be provided with independent side-to-side traverse control. f. Controls and Instruments: All controls and instruments shall be mounted in the operator_s station, controls to be designed to provide a smooth and precise control of all operating functions of the machine. g. Travel Alarm: An audible alarm shall be activated automatically at all times when the unit is in forward or reverse motion. h. Painting: All main frame exposed structural and fabricated steel shall be prepared and painted with a high quality prime paint. A high quality machine enamel top coat shall be applied over the primer. Color to be manufacturer_s standard. i. Hydraulic Filtration: The hydraulic system shall include a full flow return line filtration and air-to-oil hydraulic cooler designed to maintain oil temperatures within the manufacturer's recommendations for the specific duty cycle. j. Hydraulic System: The hydraulic system shall be of the open-loop type system, low pressure (2,500 PSI or less) design, all pump and motors shall be of the gear type design for long life and ease of maintenance. k. Gantry Cab: The cab shall be elevated, totally enclosed with full visibility, tinted glass, sliding door, sliding window, heater, defroster and windshield wipers. 9. WARRANTY: A minimum of twelve (12) months manufacturer_s warranty will apply to the overall gantry crane, to include all parts and labor. 10. TRAINING: Provide eight (8) hour hands-on Operator Training separate from the erection or assembly time. Provide certification of Operator Training for four (4) individuals. 11. CERTIFICATION: Provide Certificate of Testing after final assembly at Dover AFB, DE. 12. MANUALS: Provide two (2) copies of Operations, Service and Parts manuals. 13. SUBMITTALS: After receipt of order, provide all drawings, detailed specifications and illustrated parts breakdowns within two (2) weeks for customer approval. The clause at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. Prospective offerors will submit their proposals on letterhead stationery, in accordance with FAR 52.212-1 (b)(1-11). EVALUATION: Selection will be made from the source, which in the opinion of the Government offers the best value. Note that award may be made without further discussions. The criteria considered will be TECHNICAL (capability of offered item to meet the agency need.), PRICE (total price inclusive of shipping charges,) WARRANTY offered, TECHNICAL SUPPORT offered (including availability of manufacturer support, service, and parts-current and future), PAST PERFORMANCE- (offerors are to submit relevant past performance in accordance with FAR clause 52.212-1 (10)) The clause at FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items applies to this solicitation and resultant contract. The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. The following cited FAR clauses are applicable to this solicitation: 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with Alternate I, 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns, 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer_Central Contractor Registration, The following additional clauses apply to this solicitation and any resultant contract: DFARS 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items-The following clauses are applicable: 252.225-7021 Trade Agreements, 252.243-7002 Certification of Requests for Equitable Adjustment, 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea, 252.247-7024 Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea Offerors must include with their offer a completed copy of the provisions at FAR 52.212-3, Offerors Representation and Certification-Commercial Items and DFARS 252.212-7000 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items. Copies of these provisions are available upon request. Proposals may be mailed to the address above or faxed (followed by hard copy) to the attention the point of contact indicated above. The fax number is (850) 283-8491. Proposals are required no later than 23 Jun 00, 4:00 Local Time. Posted 05/19/00 (A-SN456694). (0140)

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