M67854-25-I-5316 RFI Vibratory Compactors.docx

MARCORSYSCOM Request for Information for Vibratory Compactor M67854-25-I-5316 General Information

This Request for Information (RFI) initiates market research under Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 10.002(b)(2)(iii). This is not a Request for Proposals. No final solicitation documents exist at this time. This RFI does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that the Government will take procurement action in this matter. The Government will not be responsible for any cost incurred in furnishing this information.

Description

Product Manager, Engineer Systems (PdM ES), Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM), is conducting market research for potential sources to purchase Vibratory Compactors. Compaction equipment is required by ground and aviation units to support various types of horizontal construction. Examples are construction of roads, airfield complexes, dams, open storage areas, hard stands for vehicle and equipment parks; repair of bomb damage on airfields; and compaction of building sites.

USMC’s current inventory of Vibratory Compactors has surpassed its expected service life and will be over 25 years old at the time of fielding a refreshed capability. The Marine Corps estimates a new buy of 50 Vibratory Compactors. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be released in 1st Quarter Fiscal Year 2027. The contract is expected to be awarded in 3rd Quarter Fiscal Year 2027. The contract is expected to be a 5-year Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

System Requirements. The new Vibratory Compactor must meet the following system requirements:

Performance:

· Be capable of compacting at least 1500 cubic yards per hour in loose soil. The soils must be compacted to a 95% density in accordance with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) T191, threshold (T); 1700 cubic yards per hour in loose soil, objective (O).

· In a padfoot configuration, must be capable of compacting 1,100 cubic yards per hour in loose soil The soils must be compacted to a 95% density in accordance with AASHTO T191 (T=O).

· Be capable of compacting lifts of at least 12-14 inches (T=O).

· Be capable of performing light dozing/leveling operations (T=O).

Vibratory Frequency. Vibratory compactor must have an adjustable frequency range (T=O).

Military Modifications:

· 24-Volt System. Be equipped with 24-volt electrical system and standard NATO slave cable. (T=O)

· Paint/ Camouflage. Be painted green 383 in accordance with SAE-AMS-STD-595 (T=O).

· Rifle Mount. Must be equipped with a universal rifle mount capable of holding the M4 and M16 (T=O).

· Fuel type. Be compatible with JP5, JP8, and F24 (T=O).

Horn/Alarm. Be equipped with a horn and back-up alarm (T=O).

Bolt-on Padfoot. Must have a bolt-on padfoot attachment (T=O).

Rollover Protection Structure. Have an open rollover protection system (ROPS) (T); have a permanent, non-removable enclosed cab, with heater, defrost, and window wiper (O).

Human Factors Assessment. The Vibratory Compactor will comply with current safety, health and ergonomic standards using American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as standard guidelines (T=O).

Operational Decontamination. The Vibratory Compactor shall withstand deterioration from operational decontamination as specified in Army Field Manual (FM) 3-11.5 Chapter IV (T=O).

Decontamination. Have the capability to be decontaminated from Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) contaminants using non-corrosive decontaminates (e.g. soap and water or individual decontamination kits). The Vibratory Compactor is not required to survive the initial effects of nuclear weapons (T=O).

Transportability:

· Internal Air Transport. Must be transportable in a C-17 and C-5 aircraft (T=O).

· External Air Transport. The vibratory compactor must be capable of being helicopter sling load lifted by the CH-53K in accordance with MIL-STD-913A.

· Land Transport. Must be transportable by standard rails, marine, and highway modes of transportation in accordance with MIL-STD-1366E (T=O).

· Highway Transport. The vibratory compactor must be capable of being loaded and transported on a M870 trailer (T=O).

· Sea Transport. The Vibratory Compactor must be internally transportable by Maritime Prepositioning Shipping (MPS), commercial shipping, and U.S. Navy shipping to include U.S. Navy landing craft (T=O).

· Lifting and Tie-down Provisions. The Vibratory Compactor must be equipped with integral lift/tie-down provisions in accordance with MIL-STD-209K (T=O).

Prep for Transport. Be reconfigured for transport, all modes, in less than 60 minutes using only Component Stocklist (SL-3) items (T); drive on/drive-off with no prep (O).

Embarkment. Be capable of being embarked and debarked, without disassembly, aboard all roll-on/ roll-off (RO/RO) ships and amphibious shipping/craft (T=O).

Mobility. Climb a 30% slope and maneuver on a 15% side slope (T=O).

Climate. Be able to operate in temperatures from 125°F to -25°F (52°C to -32°C) without special kits, maintaining full mission capability (T). The objective is to be able to operate in temperatures of -25°F to -50°F (-32°C to -46°C) with special kits while maintaining 90% mission capability. The vehicle must start and attain operating temperatures in extreme cold in no more than 30 minutes.

Personal Protective Equipment. Must be operable with combat and/or cold weather gear by the 5th percentile female to the 95th percentile male in the full range of Marine Corps clothing including artic and full Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Protective Clothing Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) 4 (T=O).

Electromagnetic Interference. With the exception of the horn and the windshield wiper pump, all operator-controlled components should meet the requirements of MIL STD-461E for radiated emissions and susceptibility to the maximum extent possible. The vehicle must meet the requirements of RE 102 for Navy Mobile and Army ground-based systems, and RS 103 for ground-based systems of 50 V/m over the frequency range of 2 MHz to 18 GHz (T=O).

Diagnostic Capabilities. The Vibratory Compactor diagnostic systems must connect with standard commercial diagnostics tools and equipment with a CAN Bus 9-Pin connector in accordance with SAE J1939 (T). The objective is to be compatible with Wireless At Platform Test System (WATS), and Electronic Maintenance Support System (EMSS).

Continuous Operation. Must be able to be operated continuously for 10 hours without requiring refueling (T); 12 hours without refueling (O).

Fuel Tank. The fuel tank must be able to accept a fuel nozzle two inches in diameter and must be compatible with standard NATO refueling systems (T=O).

Lighting. Must be equipped with adequate lighting that is consistent with the manufacturer’s commercially available model. Additionally, will be provided with two front work lights (flood lights) and two rear work lights (flood lights) (T=O).

Hydraulic Hose. All hydraulic hoses must be of a quick disconnect type (T=O).

Weight. Weigh no less than 20,000 pounds, (9,070.29 kg) not more than 30,000 pounds (13,605.44 kg) (T=O).

Length. Length not more than 240 inches (6.096 m) (T=O).

Drum Width. Width not more than 90 inches (2.29 m) (T=O).

Width. Width not more than 104 inches (3.556 m).

Vendor Survey for Vibratory Compactor. MARCORSYSCOM is requesting the following Vendor Survey questions/information for the Vibratory Compactor to be answered within this RFI:

1. Provide an estimated monthly production rate.

2. Provide the adjustment range of the vibratory frequency for their proposed solution.

3. Provide the rough order of magnitude (ROM) pricing for your Vibratory Compactor; include your annual price escalation percentage. Address any supply chain and/or inflationary concerns. Discuss whether you consider the use of economic price adjustment terms to be necessary for this procurement; include information as to what price index you consider to be appropriate. Provide ROM pricing for both open and closed ROPS cabs.

4. Provide a synopsis of the offeror’s ability to manufacturer, overhaul, and rebuild construction equipment.

5. Provide a specification sheet which demonstrates the ability of the proposed product to meet the requirements listed above.

6. Does your organization qualify as a Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) Program, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program, Service-Disabled Veteran-

7. Owned Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Small Business, or participant of the Government Ability One Program as defined by the Small Business Administration? If so, identify the status.

8. Are there systems available at this time, that meet the requirements outlined above, that are or will be commercially available within the next year? Is it or will it be available on GSA Schedule?

Request for Written Responses. No industry day is planned. Responses from interested vendors shall submit their PDF Document as an attachment via email to Ms. Tommie Klise tommie.klise@usmc.mil no later than 15 July 2025, 1400 Eastern Time Zone, for consideration.

Cover Page of RFI response should include the following:

1. Business Name

2. Business Size

3. Point of Contact Name

4. Business Address

5. Phone Number

6. Email Address

Responses received after the suspense date and time may not be entertained. Telephonic responses will not be entertained.