LWSC Skid Steer PD final.pdf

Purchase Description

Lake Washington Ship Canal (LWSC) Skid Steer Loader

Seattle, WA

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requires one (1) skid steer loader, to be delivered to Hiram M.

Chittenden Locks in Seattle, Washington.

SPECIFICATIONS:

CLIN 0001 One (1) skid steer loader The skid steer must meet or exceed these requirements as specified and shall have the following minimum salient characteristics:

Performance:

• Rated operating capacity: minimum 2000 lbs. up to a maximum of 2600 lbs.

• Tipping load: minimum 3900 lbs.

• Operating weight: between 6500 - 7500 lbs.

Engine:

• Minimum 65 HP to 80 horsepower maximum

Dimensions:

• Length with bucket: maximum 150 in

• Width with bucket: maximum 75 in

• Height with cab: maximum 90 in

• Reach at maximum height: 40 in maximum

• Turning radius: between 70-90 in

• Wheelbase: between 40-50 in

Hydraulics

• System relief at quick couplers: minimum 3300 psi

• Auxiliary standard flow: between 15-20 gpm

• Auxiliary high flow: between 25-30 gpm

• Hydraulic outlets: standard front auxiliary couplers and rear auxiliary hydraulics must be included Fuel Tank:

• Minimum 20-gallon fuel tank

• Fuel: Diesel

Operator Station:

• Fully enclosed cab with climate control and protective structural reinforcement

• Fully adjustable suspension seat with integrated seat belt

Instrument and Controls:

• Joystick-operated control system

• High visibility front and rear LED work lights

• Dual-direction bucket positioning

• Safety features:

o Integrated operator interlock system o Backup alarm o Standard parking brake o Automatic engine shutdown o Standard spark arrestor muffler o Air horn

• Speed management system

• Standard digital instrument display with keyless push-button start capability

• Bucket controls: dual-direction bucket positioning system

Attachments:

To leverage existing government-owned equipment and eliminate redundant procurement costs, the skid steer must meet the following attachment criteria:

• Coupler Standard: The machine must be equipped with an industry-standard Universal Quick-Attach Coupling System (compatible with existing government-owned Bobcat-brand attachments).

• Alternative Attachment Requirement: If the proposed skid steer is not natively compatible with standard Bobcat-brand attachments, the Contractor shall supply the following brand-compatible attachments alongside the vehicle:

1. Two (2) general-purpose bucket attachments.

2. One (1) industrial brush cutter attachment.

3. One (1) set of pallet fork tines.

Option Items Additional Attachments CLIN 1001: One (1) hydraulic breaker/hammer attachment

• Impact Energy Class: Minimum 300 ft-lbs. up to a maximum of 550 ft-lbs.

• Flow Requirement: Must be fully operational within the skid steer's standard auxiliary hydraulic flow (15–20 GPM).

• Included Tools: Must include at least one (1) moil point or chisel bit.

• Features: Enclosed housing design to reduce noise and protect the power cell.

CLIN 1002: One (1) backhoe attachment

• Swing Arc: Minimum 160-degree swing arc.

• Bucket: Must include one (1) heavy-duty trenching bucket with teeth, measuring between 16 and 20 inches in width.

• Stabilization: Must feature independent, fold-down hydraulic stabilizer legs to lift the rear of the skid steer during operation.

CLIN 1003: One (1) auger attachment (with drive unit and bits)

• Drive System: Heavy-duty planetary drive unit.

• Flow Requirement: Must be fully operational within the skid steer's standard auxiliary hydraulic flow.

• Mounting: Universal quick-attach mounting frame with a knuckle-joint that allows the auger to hang plumb on uneven terrain.

• Included Bits: The contractor shall provide three (3) standard dirt auger bits with hardened teeth and pilot points. Required sizes:

1. One (1) 9-inch diameter bit (minimum 48-inch digging depth).

2. One (1) 12-inch diameter bit (minimum 48-inch digging depth).

3. One (1) 18-inch diameter bit (minimum 48-inch digging depth).

CLIN 1004: One (1) vibratory compactor attachment

• Drum Type: Smooth drum.

• Drum Width: Minimum 66 inches, maximum 75 inches (must roughly match or exceed the width of the skid steer tracks/tires without exceeding overall width limits).

• Dynamic Force: Minimum 7,000 lbs. of dynamic compaction force.

• Drum Oscillation: Must feature an oscillating drum design (e.g., +/- 15 degrees) to maintain contact on uneven terrain.

Serviceability:

• Skid steer must be a make and model that is currently supported and serviceable by factory certified technicians located within 50 miles of delivery location in Seattle, WA.

SUBMITTALS:

• Descriptive Materials (brochures, illustrations, drawings, data sheets, etc.) must be submitted, which will allow the Contracting Officer to determine, without discussion with the offeror, whether the products being offered meet all of the required specifications. Submittals shall include copies of manufacturers catalog cut sheet, specification sheets, and warranty for skid steer and major components and accessories.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS:

• Two complete copies of the Operation and Maintenance Manual will be required for the skid steer. The manuals shall include instructions on the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and warranty. They shall also include diagrams listing all system components, part numbers, and a list of recommended spare parts.

• Also included shall be the name, phone and fax numbers, and email address of the contractor, manufacturer, and a distributor where spare parts can be purchased.

• The following identification shall be inscribed on the covers:

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Contract Name Lake Washington Ship Canal Name of the Contractor Contract Number

WARRANTY:

On all parts, labor, and workmanship shall be covered by a 1-year warranty. The contractor shall thoroughly test the skid steer and all accessories prior to delivery.

ACCEPTANCE OF MATERIALS:

Materials will be inspected at the delivery point prior to acceptance. Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the product’s condition as specified until the point of acceptance. New equipment only; no remanufactured or “gray market” items.

DELIVERY SCHEDULE:

The successful bidder shall be required to deliver the skid steer no later than 60 days after award. A loading dock is NOT available, so the freight company shall be required to provide means of unloading the skid steer as necessary without an unloading dock. All deliveries must take place during Hiram M.

Chittenden Locks business hours of Monday through Thursday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm, excluding Federal holidays.

DELIVERY LOCATION:

Item shall be delivered to the following address:

US Army Corps of Engineers ATTN: Marena Yarnell Hiram M. Chittenden Locks 3015 NW 54th St.

Seattle, WA 98107