Specs.doc

Statement of Work Northern Appalachian Research Laboratory

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The U.S. Geological Survey Northern Appalachian Research Laboratory (NARL) located at 176 Straight Run Road, Wellsboro, PA has a need to replace its current zero-turn mower with a commercial type zero-turn.

2.0 BACKGROUND

The facility has 55+ acres of various terrains. About 5+ acres is mowed by NARL staff.

3.0 SCOPE

Mower specs should meet or exceed:

· 10 gauge minimum mowing deck thickness, Sidewall should be a minimum of 7 gauge.

· 60” mowing deck with side or rear discharge with operator controlled discharge if a side discharge

· 1to 5” cutting height

· Tire sizes: Rear tires 24x12-12 turf Front tires 13x6.5-6 non flat

· Engine size should be a minimum of 25 Horsepower or equivalent CC to equal a minimum of 25 Horsepower.

· Unit should come equipped with a two post foldable ROPS

· Deck height, controlled without getting off machine.

· Minimum 8 gallon fuel capacity with sight window or fuel gauge

· Capable of a minimum of 10 mph

· Deluxe adjustable high back seat with suspension

· Include a maintenance lift kit or jack for deck cleaning

· Blade tip speed should be at least 18100 fpm

· Include an extra set of blades

· Needs to be capable of mowing on inclines: areas around our ponds have banks that need mowed.

4.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

5.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

6.0 DELIVERABLES

7.0 Other Requirements

Outages and Interruptions:

Notice to the Government of Delays:

In the event the contractor encounters difficulty in meeting performance requirements, or when it anticipates difficulty in complying with the contract delivery schedule or date, or whenever the contractor has knowledge that any actual or potential situation is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this contract, the contractor shall immediately notify the COR in writing, giving pertinent details. This data shall be informational only in character. Notice under this provision shall not be construed as a waiver by the Government of any delivery schedule or date or any rights or remedies provided by law or under this contract.

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