Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics.pdf
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- 70Z03826IE0000001
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This Sources Sought Notice (RFI 70Z03826IE0000001) outlines detailed requirements for a Conventional Aircraft Tow Tractor for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center. The tractor must have a drawbar pull of 14,000 lbs, an electric battery 80v system with 66kWh capacity, and specific dimensional constraints including a maximum length of 180 inches and height of 8 feet. Key specifications include 4-wheel drive, hydrostatic steering, an operator's cab with air conditioning, and comprehensive lighting and safety features.
The USCG requires a first article delivery within 120-180 days after receipt of order, with the initial quantity being one unit that must pass testing by the Aviation Ground Support Equipment (AGSE) team. The tractor must have specific operational characteristics such as two forward speeds, one reverse speed, a white chassis, ATA airport markings, a back-up camera, fire extinguisher, and include both hardcopy and electronic operation, maintenance, and parts manuals. Delivery and final acceptance are contingent on passing thorough technical evaluation by USCG engineering specialists.
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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
RFI 70Z03826IE0000001
Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CONVENTIONAL AIRCRAFT TOW TRACTOR
The following are considered the key requirements when determining the appropriate Conventional Aircraft Tow Tractor.
Section 1- Scope
Conventional Aircraft Tow Tractor with a drawbar pull of 14,000 lbs.
Section 2 – Delivery Requirement
First Article for quantity of one (1) requested to be delivered 120-180 days after receipt of order (ARO).
Note: First Article must pass T&E performed and approved by United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center’s (ALC) Aviation Ground Support Equipment (AGSE) team and Engineering Specialist.
Section 3 – Salient Characteristics
General requirements:
o Length without hitches maximum of 150 inches.
o Length with hitches maximum of 180 inches.
o Overall height a maximum of 8 feet with cab.
o Overall width is no wider than 90 inches.
o Tow Tractor gross weight minimum of 17,000 lbs.
o Drawbar Pull Force (DBF): 14,000 lbs. minimum.
o 2speeds forward and one speed reverse.
o Reverse (R), Neutral (N), D1 (low range), D2 (hi range).
o 4-wheel drive.
o 4-wheel hydrostatic steering.
o Leaf spring suspension.
o Dual braking circuit.
o Hydraulic release parking brake.
o Front and rear inching controls.
o Powered by an electric battery, 80v system.
o Capacity of 66kWh or higher.
o On-board charging system, 240V to 480V input voltage, three phase, 15kW with inlet port & enclosure configured for PosiCharge.
o 3-level front and rear hitch (2.75 inch pin diameter).
Operator’s cab with doors, windows, and mirrors:
o Mirrors require a view of front & rear hitch.
o Defrosting windscreens.
o Air conditioning and heating system.
o Windshield wipers (front and rear).
o Fan in cab.
o Driver seat suspended with 2 passenger seats (far RH seat suspended).
Operational lights:
o Rotating amber beacon on top of cab.
o Parking brake light.
o Head, tail, and side operation lights (white, red, yellow; standard vehicle lighting).
o Turn & hazard signals.
o Front and rear work lights.
o Reverse lights.
Reverse buzzer alarm.
Horn.
Back-up camera (CCTV System): Weatherproof dash cam.
Fire extinguisher (20lbs mounted).
Chassis color to be white.
ATA airport markings for Ground Support Equipment.
o Markings must be reflective.
One (1) complete hardcopy of printed operation manual.
Complete electronic (PDF) copies of (operation, maintenance, and parts) manuals.
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