DraftPD_Rev0_26S-636A-FL Coriolis Flowmeter Calibrator.docx

26S-636A-FL

January 6, 2025 Rev 0

PURCHASE DESCRIPTION

FOR

Coriolis Flowmeter Calibrator

1.0 SCOPE:

The requirement is for a Coriolis Flowmeter Calibrator (CFC) which flows water as the calibration fluid. The CFC shall be able to generate flows from 50 to 110,000 kg/hour. Pressure and temperature shall be monitored to provide the most accurate measurement. Four master Coriolis meters shall be used as the measurement standards with the ability to switch between the desired standard automatically. Measurement components within the CFC shall have user-adjustable coefficients. The Unit Under Test (UUT) standard mounting mechanisms shall enable Coriolis meter operation IAW the best measurement practices.

2.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

2.1. Operating Temperature Range: The CFC shall meet all performance requirements over an operating temperature range of at least 50 to 100 °F.

2.2. Operating Humidity Range: The CFC shall meet all performance requirements over an operating humidity range of at least 10 to 85% RH.

2.3. Warm-Up Time: The CFC shall meet the requirements of this PD with a maximum warm up time of 30 minutes.

2.4. Flow Range: The CFC shall be able to generate flows from 50 to 110,000 kg/hour

2.4.1. Flow Uncertainty: Measured flow rates shall have an uncertainty of ±0.08% of reading or less for mass flow and an uncertainty of ±0.15% of reading for volumetric flow.

2.4.2. Averaging and Flow Collection: Flow measurement uncertainty shall be met for collection times as low as 60 seconds.

2.4.3. Measurement Stability: The accuracy of each measurement parameter shall remain in-tolerance for a period of 12 months.

2.5. Uncertainty Budget: An uncertainty budget shall be provided with the CFC including all uncertainty contributions.

3.0 FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

3.1. Flowrate Units: The CFC shall be able to measure and display in volume and mass per unit of time. The “volume” requirements are: U.S. gallons, cubic centimeters, liters, cubic meters, and cubic feet. The “mass” requirements are: kilograms and pounds. Each of the volume and mass units shall be capable of being defined with a time base of seconds, minutes, and hours.

3.2. Flow Stability: When using the flow function, the CFC shall provide a clear visual indication that the flowrate is stable and that the data point can be taken. The stability limit magnitude shall be a change in flow rate (in flow units per amount of time) that is definable by the user.

3.3. Density: When the CFC is calibrating a TI that is designed/scaled or normally operated in a fluid other than that which the TI is calibrated for, the CFC shall be able to determine the proper density at flowing pressure and temperature.

3.3.1. Operating Fluid Density Correction: The CFC shall have the ability to provide corrections for live density readings based upon the measured calibration fluid temperature, pressure, and water solids.

3.4. Communication with CFC: The CFC shall be able to communicate with UUTs via USB and analog inputs. At a minimum, analog inputs to be measured include frequency, voltage, and current.

3.5. Calibration Requirements:

3.5.1. User Calibration and Adjustment: The User shall be able to apply adjustments to all measurement components within the CFC.

3.5.1.1. A calibration and adjustment procedure shall be provided in the manual for each measurement device.

3.6. Measurement Collection Time: The User shall be able to select a measurement collection time.

3.7. System Bleed Function: The CFC shall have an automated air bleed function to remove entrained air bubbles from the calibration fluid which can be controlled by the User.

4.0 MECHANICAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

4.1. Dimensions: The CFC shall be a single, fully contained unit, and shall have a footprint of no greater than 18 x 30 ft.

4.2. Bleed Valves: The CFC shall be equipped with at least three (3) one-way air bleed valves at the top of the system.

4.3. UUT Mounting Area: The UUT mounting area shall accommodate UUT’s that are at least 45 inches in length. This is enough space to accommodate a Coriolis meter with a 4-inch diameter flow tube.

4.3.1. UUT Mounting Closure: The UUT mounting area shall enable complete closure of the system when no UUT is installed.

4.4. Calibration Fluid Collection Basin: The CFC shall have a fluid collection basin directly underneath the UUT mounting area. This basin shall be large enough to collect all overflow associated with removing UUT’s. The basin shall have a valve to hold and drain the liquid, which shall be controlled by the User.

4.5. Flow Connection Adapters: All necessary flange adapters shall be provided to accommodate 3/8” to 4” connections.

4.6. Safety: At minimum, visual overrange alerts shall be incorporated into the CFC.

4.7. Redundant Master Meters: An additional set of four Coriolis master meters shall be included in the offering to enable continuous operation if the other set is out of calibration.

4.8. Shipping/Carrying Case: Reusable cases shall be included to hold each Coriolis master flowmeter separately. These cases are intended to hold the master meters that are not in use. The cases shall be rugged, rigid, waterproof, and capable of withstanding shock and vibration from day-to-day shipping. The case will be inspected by the Air Force and shall be free from any defects (i.e. poor molding fabrication, loose materials, damaged or improperly assembled cases, peeling, or chipping of plating or finish, nicks or burrs of metal parts, and post molding warping) which affect the durability, strength, safety, or serviceability. The finish of exposed edges/surfaces shall be smooth and free of sharp or jagged edges.

4.8.1. Handle and wheels: The CFC shipping/carrying cases shall each have at least two heavy duty, chest-type, large bail handles. The case shall have wheels.

4.8.2. Temperature Range: The shipping/carrying cases shall protect the CFC over a temperature range of -20°C to 70°C and concurrently over a humidity range of 0 to 100%.

4.8.3. Pressure Relief Valve: The cases shall be provided with a valve to equalize air pressure inside of the case with the air pressure outside of the case. The valve shall be designed, positioned, and recessed on the case to prevent damage and accidental opening. A warning decal shall be placed on the front of the case describing the valve operation.

4.9. Power Requirements:

4.9.1. AC Power: The CFC shall operate from a source of 3 x 400 VAC, 8kW (3 phase WYE – Neutral required).

4.9.2. Electrical Safety: Documentation shall be provided to support how all electric safety considerations for the system have been addressed. The safety of all personnel shall be assured during any personnel conductive or non-conductive contact with the outside of the equipment, and during the changing of the fuse, with the power to the system and its components on. This documentation shall consist of a minimum of a citing of a UL or ANSI identified standard or equivalent United States Std that the equipment conforms to.

4.10. Individual Unique Identifier Designation: This item and each measurement component shall be clearly labeled with a model number, serial number, and manufacturer’s name. Unique item identification labeling shall follow Item Identification and Valuation requirements as stated in the contract.

4.11. Construction: The CFC shall be designed and constructed of materials that meet the requirements of this specification and in accordance with the best commercial practices for industry approved equipment. It shall be the contractor’s responsibility to assure the government that such design objectives as reliability, accuracy of operation, maintainability and ease of operation have been given due consideration in the manufacture of this equipment. All parts such as buttons, switches, controls, connectors, etc., shall have proper clearance and adjustments. They shall work together so that the equipment shall supply the rated requirements without unnecessary strains or burdens to the user. They shall be able to withstand the conditions met in shipping, storage, installation, and services. All materials and parts of this equipment shall be capable of withstanding environmental testing requirements of this specification.

5.0 CONTROLLER REQUIREMENTS:

5.1. Controller: For the CFC, a laptop or all-in-one controller is required that can efficiently operate under Microsoft Windows 11 64 bit operating system. All major components of the system shall be commercially available and fully supportable by commercial sources. Where specific brands are identified in this specification, no substitutes are allowed without prior approval from the AFMETCAL. The Controller shall meet or exceed Microsoft Windows 11 hardware requirements.

5.2. Memory: Minimum 8 GB system Memory

5.3. USB: Minimum of two integrated USB 3.0 ports not being utilized by other components

5.4. External video support: External video support shall be included.

5.5. Display Panel: 15-inch (diagonal) or larger viewable display

5.6. Hard Drive: Minimum 120 GB Solid State Drive

5.7. DVD-ROM: Internal or External DVD +/- RW or Blue-Ray

5.8. Operating System and Software: All software must run under Microsoft Windows 11 64 bit operating system. All software shall run Windows 11 as a non-elevated user. All software must run with multiple Windows 11 user accounts. Shall be supplied with Microsoft Word and Excel, latest release with a non-renewable license.

5.9. Improper Controllers: Lenovo brand controller will not be acceptable.

5.10. Additional Hardware: Additional hardware required to make this system function as identified by this purchase description shall be required.

6.0 SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

6.1. Software Support: The contractor (at no additional cost) shall provide technical support for normal software usage, clarification of documentation, and resolution of software problems. The contractor shall have multiple methods for convenient contact of Technical Support. Contact methods may include but are not limited to on-line or telephone.

6.2. Software Identification: All software used in conjunction with instrument shall be identified by Name, Version, and Date; to be displayed upon startup or located in an “About” menu in the software.

6.3. Software Warranty: The contractor shall warrant that the software product meets this purchase description, is free from defects in design and operation, and will perform to stated specifications within this purchase description for the length of the equipment warranty.

6.3.1. The contractor (at no additional cost) shall update or replace the software product as necessary to correct any deficiencies identified in the software. Replacement software shall meet or exceed the requirements in this purchase description, shall not require additional training to operate, and shall be warranted for the remainder of the equipment warranty.

6.3.2. The contractor shall bear transportation costs for all replacement products.

6.3.3. The contractor (at no additional cost) shall provide technical support for normal software usage, clarification of documentation, and resolution of software problems. The contractor shall have multiple methods for convenient contact of Technical Support. Contact methods may include but are not limited to on-line or telephone.

6.4. Interchangeability:

6.4.1. When software upgrade is anticipated by a manufacturer during the life of this contract, the contractor shall contact AFMETCAL for concurrence. If AFMETCAL concurs with the proposed upgrade, all previous units delivered under this contract shall be updated to this upgrade.

6.4.2. All software provided under this contract shall be at the same version, revision, and revision date at the completion of the contract.

6.4.3. Software shall be updateable by AFMETCAL through communication protocols with Windows based-PC or external drive. Instructions on how to perform the update and any required communication software shall be provided.

7.0 OPERATOR’S MANUAL: The operator’s manual shall include appropriate detail about CFC system features and capabilities and shall also include pertinent information as described in this purchase description. A calibration procedure shall also be illustrated within the CFC manual.

7.1. Calibration and Alignment Procedures: The manual shall include organic calibration (verification) and alignment procedures for calibrating and aligning the meters and any other component that requires periodic calibration. Any associated software required to align meter shall be provided.

7.2. Remote Command Listings: The manual shall list the input/output parameters, command strings and other pertinent data required to accomplish remote operation of the meters by means of a PC.

7.3. Engineering Drawings: A 2-D engineering drawing of the system shall be included in the manual.

8.0 ENVIRONMENT, SAFETY, AND OPERATIONAL HEALTH: A combination of the system manual, other documentation, and/or the system itself shall identify potential environment, safety and operational health hazards and how they are mitigated when the design itself cannot mitigate them. This will be accomplished through stating the hazard and accompanying mitigation through the use of safety devices, use of warnings, or use of special operational procedures to counter such hazards.

9.0 INSTALLATION: The offeror shall perform all activities required to install the CFC at the desired location.

9.1. Duration: Installation shall take no more than 10 working days

9.2. Functionality Check: The offeror shall verify the functionality of the CFC once installed.

10.0 TESTING: The CFC will be inspected and accepted at a destination specified elsewhere in this contract. The item will be checked with test equipment and parameters equal to or better than those required assuring specified performance requirements are met. Test equipment used shall have first echelon certification directly traceable to the International System of Units through the National Institute of Standards Technology (NIST) or other approved equivalent international laboratory. Tests will be performed to assure the item meets or exceeds all of the requirements of this purchase description. Such testing does not relieve the contractor of performing all inspections and quality control checks at the point of fabrication as necessary to assure performance as specified.

11.0 TRAINING: Training shall be provided for the CFC which includes the operation of the CFC and flow instrumentation & calibration training.

12.0 WARRANTY & TECHNICAL SUPPORT: The warranty and technical support of the CFC shall last for at least five years from the time of installation and verification.

12.1. Annual Recalibration: The offeror shall provide annual calibrations and revalidation for the duration of the warranty.

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Data Requirements