Attachment_A_-_EBFL_Performance_Specification.docx

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION

EXTENDABLE BOOM FORKLIFT (EBFL) MODERNIZATION PROGRAM

1. SCOPE

1.1 Scope. This Performance Specification establishes the performance requirements for the modernized Extendable Boom Forklift (EBFL) as a part of the EBFL Modernization Program.

1.2 Classification. The EBFL is a rough terrain telehandling forklift powered by a diesel engine and is used to transport and load/unload cargo up to 11,000 lb from Department of Defense (DOD) transportation assets (including CH53E/K aircraft) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) containers. The EBFL is interoperable with two separate quick attach/detachable carriages capable of lifting all palletized classes of material to a rated capacity of 11,000 lb at a 24inch load center or 7,000 lb at a 48inch load center. This Performance Specification establishes the performance requirements for the modernized EBFL. The EBFL Modernization Program consists of implementing modifications and performing service procedures as established in the Statement of Work (SOW) and outlined below:

1.2.1 Modifications (5):

Overall Height Reduction Boom Hydraulic Assembly Relocation Carriage Quick Attach Coupler Relocations Carriage Backrest Enhancement Armored Cab Integration

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in Sections 3, 4, or 5 of this Performance Specification. This section does not include documents that are referenced in other sections of this Performance Specification, recommended for additional information or examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all specified requirements of documents cited in Sections 3, 4, or 5 of this Performance Specification, whether or not they are listed.

2.2 Government Documents. The following specifications, standards, and handbooks form a part of this document as specified herein. These documents may be listed in the Department of Defense Index of Specification and Standards (DoDISS) which indicates the latest version. If the revision is not specified, documents shall be the issue current on the date of the solicitation.

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SPECIFICATIONS

MILDTL53072 Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) System Application Procedures and Quality Control Inspection MIL-DTL-64159 Camouflage Coating, Water Dispersible Aliphatic Polyurethane, Chemical Agent Resistant MILPRF32349A Container, Cargo Triple Container (Tricon) (Without cabinets, drawers, or shelves)

Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment

for External Transport by DoD Helicopters

FEDERAL STANDARDS

FED-STD-595 Colors Used in Government Procurement

TEST OPERATION PROCEDURES

Subsystems – Non Communications

Vehicles)

TEST REPORTS

2.3 NonGovernment Documents. The following documents form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those listed in the contract.

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION

Displays

Tests and Performance Requirements ISO 6682 Earth-Moving Machinery – Zones of Comfort and Reach for Controls

SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

SelfPropelled Work Machines SAE J1503 Performance Test for AirConditioned, Heated, and Ventilated OffRoad Self-Propelled Work Machines SAE J1535 Performance Test for Windshield Defrosting Systems for OffRoad SelfPropelled Work Machines

2.4 Order of Precedence. Unless otherwise noted herein or in the contract, in the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the references cited herein, the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.2.2 Mission Capabilities.

3.2.2.1 Container Operations. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to stuff and unstuff standard military pallet loads weighing at least 4,000 lbs from the opposite end of ISO 668 Type 1C containers on the ground and on tactical vehicles and trailers without a loading ramp over improved, unimproved, and crosscountry terrain and in all types of climatic environments and illumination conditions.

3.2.2.2 Aircraft Cargo Operations. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to load and unload military pallets weighing up to 7,000 lbs. from CH53E/K aircraft and 463L pallets from U.S. Air Force aircraft over improved, unimproved, and crosscountry terrain and in all types of climatic environments and illumination conditions.

3.2.2.3 Travel. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to travel on improved, unimproved, and crosscountry terrain with up to maximum rated capacity loads in all types of climatic environments with the unarmored cab installed (threshold). The armored cab shall not degrade the travel capability (objective).

3.2.2.4 Decontamination. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to be decontaminated from Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) contaminants using noncorrosive decontaminates (e.g. soap and water or individual decontamination kits). The EBFL is not required to survive the initial effects of nuclear weapons.

3.2.2.5 Basic Issue Items (BII). The modernized EBFL shall be equipped with all BII/SL-3 necessary to place the system in operation, to operate it, and to perform routine operator maintenance and emergency repairs which cannot be deferred until completion of an assigned mission. The BII/SL-3 shall be stowed so as to be easily accessible and not damaged during transport. The armored cab shall be provided with all sling sets and shackles required for use during cab installation and removal which shall be stowed in the cab storage container.

3.2.3 Automotive System.

3.2.3.1 Drive and Transmission. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL drive and transmission system equipment capabilities. The armored and unarmored cab shall be interoperable with the EBFL drive and transmission system.

3.2.3.2 Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not require any changes to the approved EBFL petroleum, oil, and lubricants.

3.2.3.3 Ignition. The modernized EBFL shall be equipped with a single keyless engine ignition switch.

3.2.4 Operator Cab.

3.2.4.1 Crew Protection. The modernized EBFL shall be provided with an armored cab capable of providing operator protection against threats in accordance with Addendum 1.

3.2.4.2 Installation and Removal. The armored cab shall consist of “C-kit” interchangeable armored cab and the associated hardware required for cab installation and removal. The “C-kit” interchangeable cab shall consist of only one interchangeable assembly (i.e. entire cab) which allows maintainers to change between unarmored and armored configurations. In the field unarmored and armored operator cab installation and removal procedures shall not require any special tools; cutting or splicing any fluid hoses or electrical wiring; cutting or reinforcing any structural components; or any other field modifications to the EBFL. All fluid connections required for removal and installation shall have quick disconnects with the exception of HVAC lines. HVAC tools shall not be required for installation and removal. The armored and unarmored cab shall have provisions suitable for crane lift using BII with a minimum safety factor of 2.5.

3.2.4.3 Armored Cab. The armored operator cab shall have a means to prevent accidental closure of the primary ingress/egress door when parked on an inclined surface; a combat lock that can be engaged by the operator inside the operator cab without the use of tools but can be removed by personnel outside the operator cab with an emergency rescue bar (NSN 2590015502593); and an emergency ingress/egress which the operator can open without the use of tools and which personnel can open from outside the operator cab only by using a wrench to remove 1/2inch hex head bolts (threshold). The interior of the armored operator cab shall be a duplicate of the EBFL unarmored operator cab (objective).

3.2.4.4 Storage and Transport. The armored cab shall be provided with a new ISO container conforming to either MILPRF32349A (Type 2 only) or MILPRF32410 suitable for storing and transporting the armored operator cab as well as the EBFL unarmored operator cab when not installed on the EBFL. The container shall be configured such that all contents can be secured and protected during shipment, and to facilitate inventory of the contents upon delivery. The container shall allow for loading and unloading the armored operator cab solely with the use of the EBFL. The container shall provide a means for being secured with a padlock but shall not provide a padlock protection box. The container shall be painted green 383, #34094 of FEDSTD595.

3.2.4.5 Access. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL accessibility features (threshold) or shall provide access systems that allow operators and maintainers access and/or ingress and egress from operator, inspection, maintenance, and service areas in accordance with SAE J185, to include at least one primary cab opening and one alternate cab opening (emergency egress) that can be opened by an operator from inside the operator cab without the use of tools (objective).

3.2.4.8 Seat and Seatbelt. The modernized EBFL shall provide the same capability as the original EBFL operator seat and seatbelt (threshold) or shall provide seats and seatbelts in accordance with SAE J899 and SAE J386 (objective).

3.2.4.9 Controls and Displays. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL controls and displays (threshold) or shall provide controls and displays in accordance with SAE J297, SAE J1362, ISO 3287, and ISO 6682 (objective).

3.2.4.10 Load Chart. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL load chart (threshold) or shall provide a load chart identifying the system lifting capabilities and restrictions in accordance with the markings requirements of ANSI B56.6, shall be located in a position visible to the operator in the operating position, shall correspond with boom elevation and extension indicators, and reference boom reach as the horizontal distance from the vertical plane on the foremost portion of the forklift (excluding boom and fork carriage) to the inside heel of the forks for handling palletized loads (objective).

3.2.4.11 Load Moment Indicator. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL load moment indicator (threshold) or shall provide load moment indicator that directs visible and audible warnings to the operator at the operating position when the load approaches the maximum rated longitudinal load moment as indicated on the Load Chart (objective).

3.2.4.12 AntiOverload Devices. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL antioverload devices (threshold) or shall provide antioverload devices which lock all boom and carriage controls once an unstable condition is achieved except to allow the operator to bring the load within the operating range in accordance with the provided load chart (objective).

3.2.4.13 Weapons Bracket. The modernized EBFL shall be equipped with a weapons bracket capable of securing M16 and M4 series weapons inside the operator cab that makes the weapon easily accessible to the operator at the operating position and does not obstruct the operator from performing routine operations, and prevents accidental discharge during routine operations.

3.2.4.14 Protective Equipment Stowage. The modernized EBFL shall be equipped with means for stowing Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) Level 4 protective gear inside the operator cab that makes the gear easily accessible to the operator at the operating position and does not obstruct the operator from performing routine operations when either stowed or worn.

3.2.4.15 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL HVAC operation (threshold) or shall provide an HVAC system conforming to SAE J1503 (objective). The armored cab shall be equipped with an HVAC system conforming to SAE J1503 (threshold) and shall use the same refrigerant as the unarmored operator cab HVAC system.

3.2.4.16 Defroster. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL defroster performance (threshold) or shall provide a defroster system conforming to SAE J1535 (objective).

3.2.4.17 Window Wipers and Washer. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL window wipers and washer system equipment (threshold) or provide window wipers and a washer system conforming to the applicable requirements of SAE J198 and SAE J942 (objective). The wiper for the overhead window can be removable and stored on the vehicle in order to meet the requirements of 3.4.1. The baseline configuration shall be stored on the vehicle.

3.2.4.18 Window Glazing. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL window glazing (threshold) or provide window glazing conforming to ANSI Z26.1 (objective).

3.2.4.19 Document Stowage. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL stowage provision for operator documents (threshold) or provide a stowage provision at a location easily accessible to the operator at the operating position which does not obstruct the operator from performing routine operations (objective).

3.2.4.20 Cab Illumination. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL interior cab lighting (threshold) or shall provide cab lighting illuminating the interior of the EBFL operator cab (objective).

3.2.4.21 Cab Fan. The EBFL Modernization Program shall provide a cab fan equivalent of the current EBFL cab fan (threshold) or shall provide a cab fan to generate air flow inside the operator cab and shall be protected from accidental entanglement by a guard (objective).

3.2.5 Subsystems

3.2.5.1 Horn and Backup Alarm. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL horn and backup alarm equipment.

3.2.5.2 Lights. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL light equipment. Engaging the blackout lights shall render all other lighting (except diagnostic indicators), the horn, and backup alarm inoperable.

3.2.5.3 Electrical System. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL electrical system equipment. Electrical components shall be interoperable with the EBFL power supply. The modernized EBFL shall be equipped with a master switch capable of disconnecting all electrical components from the power source located above the fording line.

3.2.5.4 Diagnostics The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL diagnostic systems.

3.2.5.5 Air Compressor. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL enginedriven air compressor.

3.2.5.6 7 K Carriage modification, The 7K Carriage modification shall relocate the carriage quick attach coupler. The coupler relocation shall reduce the below grade carriage location by 3 inches. The 7 K carriage width shall be reduced to 60 inches. The carriage backrest shall be removable from the EBFL without the use of tools or with onboard tools. Removal and installation of the carriage backrest shall be a maximum two person lift in accordance with Mil-Std-1472.

3.2.5.7 Boom Hydraulic Assembly Relocation. The boom hydraulic assembly shall be relocated to a location that that will not interfere with or be damaged by loading operations (e.g. will not be the point of initial contact of the boom assembly with the overhead of the aircraft cargo deck or ISO container during operation).

3.2.6. Identification and Markings. The modernized EBFL shall meet all identification and markings found in section D of the contract.

3.2.7 Materials.

3.3.1 Noise. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not increase the hazardous noise levels experienced by the operator at the operating position. The modernized EBFL shall be equipped with appropriate noise hazard signs based on sound pressure levels in accordance with MILSTD1472 and MILSTD1474.

3.3.2 Visibility. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the unarmored EBFL operator visibility (threshold) or shall provide the operator with unobstructed visibility of all surrounding areas (360 degrees azimuth) (objective) when at the operating position. The armored cab shall provide the operator with an unobstructed view of the carriage through the full range of motion and meet the current visibility of the current armored EBFL (threshold) and all surrounding areas (360 degrees azimuth) (objective). Mirrors and camera/monitor systems may only be used to provide the operator with visibility of surrounding areas in excess of the threshold requirement.

3.3.3 System Safety. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade any EBFL safety features and shall not present any uncontrolled safety hazards resulting in serious or high risk in accordance with MILSTD882 (threshold). Safety features shall conform to SAE J98 (objective).

3.3.4 Occupational Safety and Health. The EBFL Modernization Program shall conform to all current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations in effect at the time of production.

3.4 Physical Characteristics

3.4.1 Overall External Dimensions. The modernized EBFL shall have an overall length not exceeding 298.0 inches, width not exceeding 102.0 inches (unarmored) or 105.0 inches (armored), and height not exceeding 84.0 inches.

3.4.2 Ground Clearance. The modernized EBFL shall have a minimum ground clearance of at least 15.0 inches.

3.4.3 Weight. The modernized EBFL unarmored cab shall not weigh more than the current unarmored cab. The armored cab shall not weigh 3400 lb (threshold) or 2200 lb (objective) more than the EBFL unarmored operator cab.

3.4.4 Weight Distribution. The modernized EBFL weight distribution shall not exceed the axle and tire ratings with either the unarmored or the armored cab installed. If required, the tires can have different ratings between the front and the rear.

3.5 Automotive Performance.

3.5.1 Speed. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL maximum rated travel speeds for all payloads, tire pressures, and terrains with the unarmored cab installed (threshold). The EBFL equipped with an armored cab shall meet the same speed requirement (objective).

3.5.2 Towing. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to be towable during an engine failure.

3.5.3 Braking. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL braking capabilities with the unarmored cab installed. The armored cab shall be interoperable with the EBFL braking systems (threshold) and shall not degrade the EBFL braking capabilities (objective).

3.5.4 Steering. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL steering capabilities.

3.5.5 Stability. The modernized EBFL, when equipped with an unarmored cab shall not degrade the EBFL capability to safely ascend, descend, park, restart, and turn full circle at maximum steering angle on longitudinal and side slopes without and with up to maximum rated capacity load (threshold). The EBFL equipped with the armored cab shall meet the same stability requirement (objective).

3.5.6 Gradeability. The modernized EBFL, when equipped with an unarmored cab shall not degrade the EBFL gradeability performance without and with up to maximum rated capacity load with the unarmored cab installed (threshold). The EBFL equipped with the armored cab shall meet the same gradeability requirement (objective).

3.5.7 Angle of Approach/Departure. The modernized EBFL shall be capable of negotiating a loading ramp with an angle of approach, breakover angle, and an angle of departure of at least 20 degrees without load and with up to maximum rated capacity load.

3.5.8 Fording. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to ford freshwater and saltwater without load and with up to maximum rated capacity load.

3.6 Electromagnetic Environmental Effects.

3.6.1 Radiated Emissions (RE). The EBFL Modernization Program shall not increase the EBFL radiated electromagnetic emissions (threshold) or shall not cause the EBFL to emit electromagnetic radiation levels exceeding the applicable limits in accordance with MILSTD464 and MILSTD461, RE102 (objective).

3.6.2 Radiated Susceptibility (RS). The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL mitigation from being susceptible to radiated electromagnetic emissions (threshold) or shall not be susceptible to the applicable electromagnetic radiation levels in accordance with MILSTD464 and MILSTD461, RS103 (objective).

3.7 Environmental Performance.

3.7.1 High Temperature. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to withstand storage or to operate in environments with ambient temperatures up to 125 oF.

3.7.2 Low Temperature. The modernized EBFLshall not degrade the EBFL capability to withstand storage or to operate in environments with temperatures down to -25oF.

3.7.3 Rain. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to withstand storage and operate in environments with rain up to 4 inches per hour.

3.7.4 Sand and Dust. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to withstand storage and operate in environments with blowing sand and dust.

3.8 Human Factors Engineering. The modernized EBFL shall be operable and maintainable by 5thpercentile female through 95thpercentile male personnel equipped with body armor, Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) Level 4, and Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS) gear.

3.9 Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability.

3.9.1 Reliability. The EBFL Modernization Program shall have a Mean Time Between Operational Mission Failure (MTBOMF) of greater than 250 hours at a confidence level of 85% (threshold).

Any failures sustained by the EBFL base system that either could have occurred without any of the modifications or services associated with the EBFL Modernization Program or occurred only due to the additional weight of the armored cab will not be charged against the modernized EBFL. See section 6.4 for Operational Mission Failure (OMF) definition.

3.9.2 Preventive Maintenance. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not cause the modernized EBFL Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) procedures to exceed 10 minutes for one operator to complete on a daily basis using the General Mechanic’s Tool Kit (GMTK) (NSN 5180-01-554-4224) and 2 hours for one maintainer to complete on a weekly basis (or every 50 operating hours) using only tools in the USMC inventory.

3.9.3 Corrective Maintenance. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not cause the modernized EBFL corrective maintenance to require any special tools; increase the EBFL Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) to more than 2.5 hours (field maintenance level) and 3.5 hours (depot maintenance level); and increase the EBFL Maximum Time to Repair (MaxTTR) to more than 4.5 hours (field maintenance level) and 8.0 hours (depot maintenance level).

3.9.4 Durability. The EBFL modernized components shall withstand 400 hours of travel over potholes and cross-ties without an Operational Mission Failure (OMF) caused by structural degradation of the forklift. See 4.9.5 for configuration of EBFL for test. Only modernized EBFL components shall be evaluated for OMF failures.

3.10 Transportability.

3.10.1 Highway Transportation. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to selfload/unload and be transportable by military and commercial trailers on highways in accordance with MILSTD1366 with both the unarmored and armored cabs installed. Both the unarmored and armored operator cabs shall each be transportable by military and commercial trailers on highways in accordance with MILSTD1366 when secured in the storage container.

3.10.2 Rail Transportation. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to selfload/unload and be transportable by railcar in accordance with MIL-STD-1366 with both the unarmored and armored cabs installed. Both the unarmored and armored operator cabs shall each be transportable by railcar in accordance with MILSTD1366 when secured in the storage container.

3.10.3 Marine Transportation. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to selfload/unload and be transportable by Maritime Prepositioning Shipping (MPS), commercial shipping, and U.S. Navy shipping to include U.S. Navy landing craft in accordance with MIL-STD-1366 with either the unarmored (threshold) or armored (objective) cab installed. Both the unarmored and armored operator cabs shall be transportable by the same marine assets in accordance with MILSTD1366 when secured in the storage container.

3.10.4 FixedWing Air Transport. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to selfload/unload and be transportable by C130 and larger aircraft in accordance with MIL-STD-1366 and MILSTD1791A with minimal disassembly while equipped with either the unarmored (threshold) or armored (objective) operator cab installed. If disassembly/reassembly procedures are required to prepare the vehicle for transport, they shall not exceed two manhours using integral lifting devices and BII, and any removed parts shall be transportable with the EBFL in the same aircraft. Both the unarmored and armored operator cabs shall be transportable by C130 and larger aircraft in accordance with MILSTD1366 when secured in the storage container.

3.10.5 RotaryWing Air Transport. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to be transportable by Helicopter Sling Loading (HSL) with CH53E/K aircraft in accordance with MILSTD1366 and MILSTD913 while equipped with either the unarmored (threshold) or armored (objective) operator cabs.

3.10.6 Lifting and Tiedown Provisions. The EBFL Modernization Program shall not degrade the EBFL capability to be lifted by crane and for HSL by CH53E/K aircraft and secured for transport by highway, rail, marine, and fixed-wing cargo aircraft in accordance with MILSTD1366 and MILSTD209 while equipped with both the unarmored and armored operator cabs.

4. VERIFICATION

4.1 General. EBFL Modernization Program compliance with the requirements listed in Section 3 shall be verified using the methods established in Section 4.

4.1.1 Methods of Verification. Compliance with the requirements listed in Section 3 shall be verified using one of the methods listed below. Where Contractor Certification (C) of compliance verification is required, certification shall constitute documents furnished by the Contractor to the Government signed by the Contractor’s certifying official or responsible party and include sufficient data and/or analysis supporting the Contractor's method of verification. Unless otherwise specified in the relevant sections of this specification, the Contractor may use analysis as the method for compliance verification and basis for certification. Verification methods:

i. Analysis (A). Analyses shall be conducted by the Contractor as specified herein or the Government utilizing established technical or mathematical models or simulations, algorithms, charts, graphs, circuit diagrams, or other scientific principals and procedures.

ii. Demonstration (D). Demonstrations shall be conducted by the Contractor as specified herein; or the Government at a Governmentdesignated test agency involving the actual operation of the system to provide evidence that the required functions were accomplished under specific scenarios. The system may be instrumented and performance monitored.

iii. Inspection (I). Inspections shall be conducted by the Contractor as specified herein; or by the Government at a Governmentdesignated test agency or by a Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) at the Contractor's facility utilizing sight, hearing, smell, or touch; simple physical manipulation; and mechanical and electrical gauging and measurement.

iv. Test (T). Tests shall be conducted by the Contractor as specified herein; or by the Government at a Governmentdesignated test agency applying scientific principles and procedures to determine the properties or functional capabilities of the system.

4.1.2 Verification Events. The Government may verify compliance with the requirements listed in Section 3 during any of the following verification events. The provided Test Operations Procedures (TOPs) are provided for reference purposes only as guides for developing a verification procedure.

i. Production Qualification Testing (PQT). The Government shall conduct PQT at a designated test agency to perform system inspections, tests, and assessments.

ii. Limited User Evaluation (LUE). The Government shall conduct a LUE to perform system inspections and assessments. The Government may require the LUE to be conducted either at the contractor’s production facility or at a designated Government facility.

iii. Quality Conformance Inspection (QCI). The Government QAR shall conduct routine QCI to monitor production unit quality and the contractor’s quality assurance practices. The Government may require QCI to be conducted either at the contractor’s production facility or at a designated Government facility.

iv. Follow-on Production Testing (FPT). The Government may conduct FPT at any time during production to monitor production unit performance. The Government may require FPT to be conducted either at the contractor’s production facility or at a designated test agency.

4.2 Operational Features.

4.2.1 Functional Capabilities. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.1. (C)

4.2.2 Mission Capabilities.

4.2.2.1 Container Operations. The Government shall conduct demonstrations to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.1 by attempting to use the vehicle to complete a container operations task. The task course shall consist of two of the specified ISO containers placed 20 ft apart with the openings aligned and facing the same direction on the specified terrain with one container stuffed with the specified pallets weighted in accordance with Table I and the other container resting on a tactical vehicle or trailer. Military pallets 40 inches wide by 48 inches long by 41 inches tall weighted in accordance with Table I shall be placed inside the container such that the EBFL is capable of operating within its rated load range. The container operations task shall consist of using the armored and unarmored EBFL to move all pallets from the first container to the second container and then back to the first container. Any factors preventing the operator from completing the container operations task shall serve as grounds for noncompliance with the requirement. (D) TABLE I. Pallet Weights for Container Operations

(+0 lb, -200 lb)

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4.2.2.2 Aircraft Cargo Operations. The Government shall conduct demonstrations to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.2 by attempting to use the vehicle the load and unload standard military pallets from actual or simulated CH-53E/K aircraft and load and unload 463L pallets measuring 108 inches by 88 inches weighing up to 7,000 lb from actual or simulated U.S. Air Force aircraft. Any factors preventing the operator from completing the aircraft cargo operations task shall serve as grounds for noncompliance with the requirement. (D)

4.2.2.3 Travel. The Government shall conduct demonstrations to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.3 by observing and monitoring the EBFL while traveling on improved, unimproved, and crosscountry surfaces and identifying any resultant physical damage or overheated subsystems. TOP 022607 may be used as a general guide for monitoring subsystem temperatures. (D)

4.2.2.4 Decontamination. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.4. The Government may conduct additional assessments to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.4. (C/A)

4.2.2.5 Basic Issue Items. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.5. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.2.5. (C/I)

4.2.3 Automotive System.

4.2.3.1 Drive and Transmission. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.3.1. (C)

4.2.3.2 Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.3.2 (C).

4.2.3.3 Ignition. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.3.3 by determining if the required ignition switch is present and functional. (I)

4.2.4.2 Installation and Removal. The Government shall conduct demonstrations to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.2 by comparing observations of armored cab installation and removal with the specified requirements. (D)

4.2.4.3 Armored Cab. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.3 by determining if the required features are present and functional on the armored cab. (I)

4.2.4.4 Storage and Transport. The contractor shall provide certification to verify container compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.4. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify container compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.4 by determining if the storage container is provided with the required features. (C/I)

4.2.4.5 Access. The contractor shall provide certification to verify container compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.5. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.5 by determining if the required accessibility features are provided. (C/I)

4.2.4.8 Seat and Seatbelt. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.8. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.8 by determining if the required seat and seatbelt are provided. (C/I)

4.2.4.9 Controls and Displays. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.9. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.9 by determining if the required controls and displays are provided. (C/I)

4.2.4.10 Load Chart. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.10. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.10 by determining if the required load chart is present. (C/I)

4.2.4.11 Load Moment Indicator. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.11. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.11 by determining if the required load moment indicator alarm is present and functional. (C/I)

4.2.4.12 AntiOverload Device. The contractor shall provide certification to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.12. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.12 by determining if the required antioverload device is present and functional. (C/I)

4.2.4.13 Weapons Bracket. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.13 by determining if the required weapons bracket is present and properly secures the specified weapons and by operating the forklift and identifying any obstructions created by the secured weapons or restricted access to the secured weapons. TOP 022802 may be used as a general guide for examination. (I)

4.2.4.14 Protective Equipment Stowage. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.14 by determining if the required stowage provision is present and properly secures the specified protective equipment and by operating the forklift and identifying any obstructions created by the secured equipment or restricted access to the secured equipment. TOP 022802 may be used as a general guide for examination. (I)

4.2.4.15 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.15. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.15 by determining if the required HVAC system is present and functional. (C/I)

4.2.4.16 Defroster. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.16. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.16 by determining if the required defroster system is present and functional. (C/I)

4.2.4.17 Window Wipers and Washer. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.17. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.17 by determining if the required wiper and washer system is present and functional. (C/I)

4.2.4.18 Window Glazing. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored cab compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.18. (C)

4.2.4.19 Document Stowage. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.19 by determining if the required document stowage provision is present and functional. TOP 022802 may be used as a general guide for examination. (I)

4.2.4.20 Cab Illumination. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.20 by determining if the required cab illumination is present and functional. (I)

4.2.4.21 Cab Fan. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.4.21 by determining if the required cab fan is present and functional. (I)

4.2.5 Subsystems

4.2.5.1 Horn and Backup Alarm. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.1 by determining if the required horn and backup alarm are present, functional, and mounted in locations protected from accidental damage. (I)

4.2.5.2 Lights. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.2. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.2 by determining if the required lights are present and functional in all modes. (C/I)

4.2.5.3 Electrical System. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.3. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.3 by determining if the required electrical components are present and functional. (C/I)

4.2.5.4 Diagnostics. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.4. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.4 by monitoring diagnostic indicators during routine operation and maintenance and identifying any false or non-indications of LRU failures. (C/I)

4.2.5.5 Air Compressor. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.5. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.5 by determining if the required air compressor is present. (C/I)

4.2.5.6 7K Carriage Modification. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.6. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.6 by determining if the coupler has been relocated as specified and the carriage width reduced as specified. The Government shall conduct demonstrations to determine if the carriage backrest is removable and stowable as specified. (C/I/D)

4.2.5.7 Boom Hydraulic Assembly Relocation. The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.7. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.5.7 by determining if the hydraulic assembly has been relocated as specified. (C/I)

4.2.6 Identification and Markings.

The contractor shall provide certification to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.6. The Government shall conduct inspections to verify armored and unarmored EBFL compliance with Paragraph 3.2.6 by…