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McConnell AFB Tire Carriers
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This is a Questions and Answers document for a federal tire carriers procurement. The requirement is for the fabrication and delivery of four tire carriers constructed from A36 mild steel with 1/8" thickness. Two of the carriers must fit on a 463L pallet measuring 88" x 108". Each carrier shall support approximately 1400 lbs of load and require no specific safety factor above the stated load since the same tires will primarily be loaded on the carriers.

The coating system shall consist of a black finish applied in three stages: a metal base primer at industrial rate, rust-resistant enamel paint as the topcoat, and a gloss finish. Shop drawings must be submitted for approval prior to fabrication to ensure compliance with specifications. The carriers shall not be mounted to pallets and do not require forklift pockets or tie-down compatibility features. Delivery is required no later than 90 calendar days after receipt of order to McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas.

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Questions and Answers for Tire Carriers

1. Please confirm preferred material specification and any minimum thickness requirements.

Metal type shall be A36 mild steel with 1/8” thickness.

2. Can you clarify the required coating system (e.g., paint type, mil thickness, or any specific standard such as epoxy or CARC)?

-Color: Black -For the primer: it needs to be a metal base primer (industrial rate) -The type of paint: rust-resistant enamel paint -For the Finish: Gloss finish

3. Should the carrier be designed with a specific safety factor above the stated load (~1400 lbs)?

No, it’s not necessary since the same tires will primarily be loaded on the carrier.

4. Will the carrier be mounted directly to a 463L pallet, or should it include forklift pockets/tie-down compatibility?

No, it doesn’t need to be mounted, forklift pockets are not required.

5. Will shop drawings be required for approval prior to fabrication?

Yes, to ensure the carriers meet required specifications.

6. Please confirm the expected delivery timeline.

Delivery is expected no later than 90 calendar days after receipt of order to McConnell AFB, KS.

7. Confirm quantity of tire carriers is 4 each

Yes, the quantity is 4 total Tire Carriers. Two of which must fit on a 463L pallet (88”X108”).

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