Att_1_-_SOW_4WD_Modification_20190823.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) VAN CONVERSION

FAIRCHILD AFB, WASHINGTON

Date: 23 Aug 2019

1. Description of Services & Standards

1.1. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to convert two Fleet (4X2) Chevy 3500 to (4x4) in accordance with Federal Standards 307AX 07/01/18, 3V.6.3 Code “AWDC” specifying an OEM pass through conversion and any other applicable codes. All parts must able to pass all OEM specifications (Non-OEM Dealers Only).

2. Scope of work

2.1. This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the project scope of work to, convert two each two-wheel drive (4X2) Chevy 3500 to four-wheel drive (4X4). The conversion (4X4) shall be a professionally engineered conversion from a two wheel drive (4X2) to a four wheel drive (4X4) meeting or exceeding all applicable requirements herein. All workmanship, welding, mechanical fit, grade and quality of components and materials used in conversion(s) shall be equal to or greater than the chassis manufacturer’s production of other vehicles in the same weight class that are available as factory assembled 4X4 units.

3. Government Provided

3.1 The Government will provide two (2) 2011 Chevy Express 3500, 15-Passanger Van Wagons (MFG Model Code CG33706) and will provide transportation for the vans to and from the Contractor’s location. The military transportation section will be transporting both 15-passenger vans with unit funds to/from company within the Permissible Operating Distance (POD) of 750 miles. All military members will be on official orders for the duration of this trip.

If outside of the POD, contractor is responsible for providing shipping. If contractor is transporting, please provide shipping cost in quotation.

4. Material Modification

4.1. The conversion components shall not interfere with other body, chassis, or mechanical parts through the complete range of suspension travel and steering as well as allow proper alignment of axles.

4.2. The tracking and wheelbase of the front/rear axles shall be identical on both sides of the vehicle.

4.3. When available, the chassis manufacturer’s original equipment components for 4X4 units shall be furnished, including but not limited to: spring hangers, shackles, drive axle, integral transmission/transfer case, universal joints, steering linkage, stabilizer bars, radius and torque rods, if applicable, transfer case shift linkage, brake calipers, pads, rotors, shock absorbers, and springs.

5. Modification Specifications

5.1 The conversion shall, at a minimum maintain the payload as required for the Standard Item number furnished.

5.2. The furnished axle ratings, as a minimum shall provide the original or greater GAWR and the original GVWR.

5.3. The design of the 4X4 conversion shall not raise the vehicle’s center of gravity appreciabley over that of the original vehicle, and chassis height shall not be raised more than 5 inches.

5.4. The transfer case selector shall have a readily visible shift diagram and a position indicator.

5.5. A yellow, dash mounted 4-wheel drive warning light shall be provided in close proximity to permanent warning decal or metal plate advising conditions under which the 4-wheel drive shall not be used.

5.6. A dash mounted metal plate or permanent decal indicating the proper procedure for engaging and disengaging the 4-wheel drive shall be provided.

5.7. The ratio of the front drive axle shall be identical +/-1% of that furnished in the rear axle.

5.8. The front drive axle hubs, if integral to axle being installed, shall be manually engaged.

5.9. Each vehicle’s rear axle shall be furnished with chassis manufacturer’s special traction differential (option code D3) when available.

5.10. Contractor shall furnish FMVSS re-certification of the complete fuel system should the original fuel system be modified in any manner.

5.11. The 4X4 converter shall furnish a completed applicable FMVSS certification label as required for an Alternative, immediate, or Final Stage manufacturer.

5.12. In addition to the required OEM manuals, the vehicle shall be provided with operation, maintenance, and 4X4 system specifications information.

5.13. The contractor shall provide adequate training to the operators picking up the vehicles after completion of the conversion.

6. Contractor Warranties

6.1. The 4X4 converter shall provide to the purchaser their most comprehensive commercial warranty.