Aluminum specs[1].doc112309.doc

SPECIFICATIONS CONVERSION COATED ALUMINUM

FOR

MULTI-YEAR MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE PLATES

I.

Purpose and Scope: It is the purpose of these specifications to define a conversion coated aluminum substrate material suitable in the manufacture of reflectorized multi-year motor vehicle license plates. Detailed qualitative and quantitative criteria for the manufacture and delivery of the substrate are included in these specifications.

II.

Description: The aluminum must have the following properties:

A. Alloy

3003-H12. Aluminum is to be virgin Alloy

#3003 H-12. If reprocessed Aluminum is to be used by bidder, This information must be noted on bid proposal. Also, reprocessed aluminum may contain #3003-H12 , #3105-H12 Alloy or #8112-H111

Material containing reprocessed aluminum may be required for running trials prior to acceptance.

B. Thickness

Gauge 20, (.032” + .003” - .000”)

C. Coil Size

Aluminum is to be in coiled rolls on cores with an

I.D. of 20 inches minus 1 inch plus 2 inches, coil

O.D. maximum 51”, minimum 42”

D. Width

Standard Size

12-1/8”

Motorcycle Size

7 - 1/16”

E. Ultimate Strength

17,000 to 23,000 ksi

F. Minimum Yield Strength 12,000 ksi

G. Elongation on 1/16”

Standard specimen

15 to 20% nominal with 12% minimum

H. Quality

To withstand embossing with all steel dies at 3/32” dies at 3/32” height without breaking, cutting or appreciable plate warping.

I. Surface Finish

Treated with a light, tightly adherent, amorphous chromate conversion coating, Alodine 1200 or equal, applied in conformance with specifications outlined in ASTM specification B-449-67, Class 2, or as revised, and free of any powdery residue or oil or other foreign material, which may affect adhesion of reflective sheeting.

J. Backside Surface Finish

Finish will be free of any powdery residue, oil or other foreign material which may affect adhesion of reflective sheeting.

K. Coating Weight

8 to 12 mg/sq. ft. with a median of 10 mg/sq.ft.

as the optimum

III.

Test and Analysis of Samples: On or before the date of the bid closing, each prospective bidder shall submit six (6) sample pieces of conversion coated aluminum for test and analysis. Each sample shall be 12-1/8” x 40” or 7- 1/16 x 40” and shall meet the criteria defined in section II above. The samples must be properly labeled with the name of the manufacturer, alloy, gauge, strength and any other characteristic that would benefit testing and analysis. The bidder’s name must also be marked on the sample for traceability.

A. Any sample which does not meet design specifications or production testing may result in rejection of the bid.

B. Acceptance of the samples does not relieve the bidder of the responsibility of furnishing the purchaser with production material that meets design criteria and/or sample quality in accordance with these specifications . Any deliveries over the specifications are not sustained at the highest level.

C. Address samples to: Plate Shop Bolduc Unit

Warren, Maine 04864

IV.

Packaging:

A. Coils of 12-1/8” or 7- 1/16” wide aluminum substrate shall be wound to a maximum weight of 2,200 lbs. The coils shall have 20” plus 2” minus 1” core and a maximum O.D. of 51” minimum O.D. 42”. Coils shall be packaged on skids with a total weight of not more than 2,300 lbs.

B. Each coil shall be separated by 2”x 2” wood spacers on the bottom to provide for pick up by fork truck. Packaging shall provide proper protection against environmental circumstance.

C. Each coil shall be securely banded both around the circumference and through the eye of the coil to prevent telescoping. Band protection shall be provided to insure against damaging the aluminum.

D. Coils shall be free from edge damage, as caused by cable marks, forklifts, dull cutting dies, rough, wavy or damaged edges. Coils shall be coiled straight, and fairly tight with no more than 1/16” interweave.

E. A securely attached packing slip, legible without removal, shall be attached to each skid and shall indicate the manufacturer’s name, date of manufacture, lot number, coil size, gross and net weights, and purchase order number.

V. Estimated Quantity:

It is estimated that the yearly value of this contract is approximately 250,000 lbs. It is understood and agreed, however, that the contract shall cover all the quantities ordered for state agencies during the term of the contract, whether more or less than the amount indicated. If minimum order amounts apply, the specifics should be noted in your bid.

VI.

Conditions:

A. A maximum variation of +0% - 5% in the total of conversion coated aluminum shipped against this order will be permitted. The price structure shall include no extra for exact quantity.

B. The purchaser reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantities defined herein by no more than 10% of the ordered amount and upon 60 days’ written notice.

VII.

Delivery: Delivery shall be FOB Plate shop in Warren, ME.

Note: Certificates of compliance with the above specifications are required.

Shipping instructions for coiled aluminum:

1.

Deliveries AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, under existing condition. Please state the approximate delivery schedule as part of bid.

2.

Skid maximum to be 2,300 lbs. with complete moisture proof wrapping, to be shipped in such a manner to allow for the stacking or skids, wooden separators of even thickness between coils to prevent rocking and facilitate stacking. Skids to be shipped in a closed van with rear unload.

3.

Each coil of aluminum is to be strapped individually to prevent telescoping with a minimum of 3 evenly spaced strips.

4.

No more than 1 roll per skid/pallet and skids may be double stacked on truck.

5.

Shipments must be protected from the weather, floor delivery/tailgate to be removed by fork lift at destination.

6.

ALL deliveries must be confirmed by phone 24 hours prior to arrival by calling

(207) 273-2042 or (207) 624-9007.

7.

Delivery Hours: Mon-Friday 6:30 A.M. - 2 P.M. No deliveries Saturday, Sunday or designated State Holidays.

Note: Bidder to state ‘Brand Name’, ‘Name of Manufacturer’ and ‘Place of Manufacture’ on bid.

Note: All the above specification on material and delivery are the most acceptable. However, if objections to any part of these specifications will prevent quoting, please state the objections in your bid.

Note: In addition to price, any of the above criteria, along with lead-time, will be used as criteria when determining award.

The State of Maine reserves the right to reject all bids.

Sole contact information is to the buyer listed below. All questions must be requested in writing through the Vendor Self Service (VSS) AdvantageMe system online by using the “question and answer” format. Answers will be posted within 48 hours or sooner.

Bambi Tefft Bahr, Buyer II

Division of Purchases

Department of Administrative and Financial Services

Burton M. Cross Bldg, 4th Floor

111 Sewall Street, 9 State House Station, Augusta, Me. 04333

Tel: (207)624-7341; Fax: (207)-287-6578 bambi.t.bahr@maine.gov