C04a Salient Characteristics DOZER BLADE_12444326Q0042.pdf

Gila National Forest Motor Grader Front Blade

Scope of Work/Salient Characteristics Motor Grader Front Blade

1. Background The U.S. Forest Service, Gila National Forest, requires the procurement of one (1) motor grader front blade attachment for road maintenance operations on National Forest System roads. The front blade will be operated as attached to the front of a motor grader for the purpose of pushing debris, dirt, rocks and other obstacles as encountered during operation. The equipment shall be attached to the front of the existing motor grader with full hydraulic capabilities and mounting hardware.

2. Scope The contractor shall furnish and deliver one (1) front blade for a motor grader with associated mounting hardware and components as specified herein. The equipment shall meet or exceed all salient characteristics identified in this Scope of Work. Delivery shall be made to Silver City, New Mexico.

3. Salient Characteristics

• Designed for operation on a 140 Caterpillar style motor grader during gravel road maintenance operations.

• Machine: 140H Caterpillar SN CAT00140HENH00185.

• Already has an existing factory Caterpillar lift / attachment group installed (see photos below).

• Minimum 10-foot width and 3.5-foot height

• 2 tilt cylinders

• Front blade with cutting edges designed for heavy duty road maintenance operations.

• All parts required for assembly and functionality for complete use on motor grader including hydraulics and hydraulic controls to include all hoses, cutting edges, and/or required mounting hardware.

• The existing lift and hydraulics are Caterpillar factory style per the following serial number (140H Caterpillar SN CAT00140HENH00185). All hydraulics and mounts shall be compatible with this model/setup.

• Structural frame designed for heavy-duty road maintenance operations

4. Mounting System

• The motor grader front blade shall include all mounting hardware and hoses compatible with Caterpillar 140 motor graders.

• Machine: 140H Caterpillar SN CAT00140HENH00185.

• Allow secure attachment to the front of the existing motor grader framing/lift group.

• Mounting shall be supplied such that no modifications need be made to the existing structure and is only mounted on the equipment.

5. Submittals

• Manufacturer product specifications – Confirm compatibility with Caterpillar 140 type motor grader.

• Machine: 140H Caterpillar SN CAT00140HENH00185.

• Documentation that demonstrates compliance with the salient characteristics identified in this document.

• Must be designed for heavy duty road maintenance applications.

• Manufacturer warranty information.

• Provide delivery timeline.

6. Delivery Requirements The contractor shall deliver the motor grader front blade to the Silver City Ranger District, Gila National Forest, Silver City, New Mexico. Delivery shall be FOB Destination. The contractor shall coordinate delivery with the Government point of contact prior to shipment.

7. Equipment Condition

• New and unused

• Free from defects in materials and workmanship

• Fully assembled and ready for operation upon delivery

• Manufactured in accordance with industry standards for heavy equipment attachments

8. Warranty The contractor shall provide the manufacturer’s standard commercial warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty period shall begin upon delivery and Government acceptance.

9. Government Inspection and Acceptance The Government will inspect the blade upon delivery to verify compliance with the requirements outlined in this Scope of Work. Acceptance will occur once the Government determines the equipment meets the specifications and is free from defects.

10. Period of Performance Delivery shall occur within the contractor’s standard commercial delivery schedule after contract award unless otherwise specified.