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Summary of Vibratory Compactor Performance Specification

This is a Performance Specification document for a Vibratory Compactor issued by the United States Marine Corps (USMC). The specification prescribes performance requirements and verification procedures for a compactor system intended to replace an existing unit. The document was prepared by the MHE/CE Team under the Product Manager Engineer Systems and Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps, with an effective date of June 30, 2026, in Initial status. The specification establishes both threshold (minimum acceptable) and objective (desired) performance levels for various parameters throughout.

The compactor must feature both smooth drum and padfoot drum configurations to accommodate different soil types per the Unified Soil Classification System. Key performance requirements include compacting soils to 95% maximum dry density per AASHTO T 180 Modified Proctor standards, with compaction rates ranging from 500 to 1,700 cubic yards per hour depending on soil type and drum configuration. The equipment must offer adjustable vibration frequency between 25–40 Hertz, dual-mode compaction capability (vibration and oscillation), and a dozing blade for leveling operations. Transportability requirements specify internal air transport via C-17 and C-5 aircraft (threshold) and C-130 aircraft (objective), external helicopter lift capability via CH-53K, and unrestricted highway, rail, and marine transport without disassembly. The enclosed operator's cab must accommodate personnel ranging from 5th percentile female to 95th percentile male Marines while wearing various protective gear, include a rifle mount, air conditioning, heating, work lights, and backup alarm systems. Environmental specifications require cold-weather operation starting within 5 minutes at -25°F and smooth operation within 15 minutes, hot-weather operation to 120°F, and a 24-volt electrical system with compatible batteries and NATO receptacle. The compactor must operate on military-standard fuels (diesel, JP-5, JP-8, F-24) with 10–12 hours continuous operation capability, feature onboard diagnostics compatible with standard CAN Bus tools and USMC systems, and maintain Mean Time Between Failures of at least 250 hours with 85% confidence and a 0.25 maintenance ratio. Verification methods include certification, analysis, inspection, demonstration, and testing, with detailed cross-reference matrix provided. All components must comply with applicable MIL-PRF, MIL-STD, SAE, ISO, and OSHA standards, be painted green 383, and display appropriate military identification markings and load classification numbers.

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Vibratory Compactor P-Spec 30 June 2026

Initial

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION

FOR

VIBRATORY COMPACTOR

Prepared by:

MHE/CE Team

Product Manager Engineer Systems Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps

SUBMITTED BY:

Jarrett Penn Vibratory Compactor Engineer

REVIEWED BY:

Alvin West Lead Engineer

APPROVED BY:

Jeffery Chandler Product Manager, Engineer Systems

DISTRIBUTION A. Approved for public release; distribution unlimited.

Performance Specification for Vibratory Compactor

1.0 SCOPE

1.1. Scope. This specification prescribes the performance requirements and identifies verification procedures for the Vibratory Compactor. The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has a requirement to replace the compactor.

1.2. Requirement Levels. This specification lists two values for certain performance parameters. The threshold (T) is the minimum acceptable level. The objective (O) is the desired level at which performance of the compactor results in an operationally significant increase in capabilities. When only one requirement is stated, it is the threshold requirement.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1. General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3 and 4 of this specification. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specification or recommended for additional information or as 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 and 4 of this specification, whether they are listed.

2.2. Government documents

2.2.1. Government specifications, standards, and handbooks. The following specifications, standards and handbooks form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract.

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SPECIFICATIONS

MIL-PRF-2104N Lubricating Oil, Internal Combustion Engine, Combat/Tactical

Service MIL-PRF-10924H(2) Grease, Automotive and Artillery MIL-PRF-23827C(2) Grease, Aircraft and Instrument, Gear and Actuator Screw MIL-PRF-46170E Hydraulic Fluid, Rust Inhibited, Fire Resistant, Synthetic

Hydrocarbon Base, NATO Code No. H-544 MIL-PRF-62122E Cable Assembly, Inter-Vehicle Power: Plug, Receptacle, and Adapter

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE STANDARDS

MIL-STD-130N(1) Identification Marking of US Military Property MIL-STD-209K Interface Standard for Lifting and Tiedown Provisions MIL-STD-882E Department of Defense Standard Practice System Safety MIL-STD-913A Requirements for the Certification of Sling Loaded Military

Equipment for External Transportation by Department of Defense Helicopters

MIL-STD-1366E Transportability Criteria

HANDBOOKS FOR MILITARY

Army FM 3-11.5 CBRN Decontamination Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Decontamination Marine Corps Order

(MCO) 4790.25

Ground Equipment Maintenance Program (GEMP)

Natick TR-13/018 2010 Anthropometric Survey of US Marine Corps Personnel: Methods and Summary Statistics

2.2.2. Other Government documents, drawings and publications. The following other Government documents, drawings and publications form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract.

OTHER STANDARDS

AASHTO T 180 Standard Method of Test for Moisture ASTM D2487-17 Standard Practice for Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes

(Unified Soil Classification System) OSHA 1910.1200 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Hazard Communication

2.3. Non-Government publications. The following documents form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract.

SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS STANDARDS

SAE-AMS-M-7866 Molybdenum Disulfide, Technical, Lubrication Grade SAE-AMS-STD-595 Colors Used in Government Procurement SAE J919 Sound Measurement - Off-Road Work Machines - Operator - Singular

Type SAE J994 Alarm, Backup, Electric Laboratory Performance Testing SAE J1127 Low Voltage Battery Cable SAE J1166 Sound Measurement—Off-Road Self-Propelled Work Machines

Operator-Work Cycle SAE J1503 Performance Test for Air-Conditioned, Heated, and Ventilated Off-

Road, Self-Propelled Work Machines SAE J1939 Serial Control and Communications Heavy-Duty Vehicle Network

INTERNATIONAL OGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION

ISO 3471 International Organization for Standardization Earth-moving

Machinery – Roll-Over Protective Structures NATO STANAG 4074 Auxiliary Power Unit Connections for Starting Tactical Land Vehicles

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 unless a specific exemption is obtained.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1. Configuration. The compactor shall include both a smooth drum compactor and a padfoot compactor. The smooth drum compactor shall be for granular soils, while the padfoot drum compactor shall be for cohesive soils. Soil types are identified and classified per the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS) identified in ASTM D2487-17.

3.1.1. Compaction Density. The compactor shall be capable of compacting soils to a 95% maximum dry density in accordance with the modified standards of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) T 180 (Modified Proctor).

3.1.2. Smooth Drum Compaction Rate.

3.1.2.1. Favorable Soil. The compactor equipped with the smooth drum shall be capable of compacting at least 1,500 (Threshold) cubic yards or 1,700 (Objective) cubic yards per hour at 12-to-14-inch lifts of favorable loose soil, loam, consisting of a balanced mixture of approximately 40 percent sand, 40 percent silt, and 20 percent clay to the compaction density defined in Paragraph 3.1.1 Compaction Density.

3.1.2.2. Gravel. The compactor equipped with the smooth drum shall be capable of compacting at least 1,500 (Threshold) cubic yards or 1,700 (Objective) cubic yards per hour at 12-to-14-inch lifts of poorly graded gravels within two passes to the compaction density defined in Paragraph 3.1.1 Compaction Density.

3.1.2.3. Granular Soil. The compactor equipped with the smooth drum shall be capable of compacting at least 750 (Threshold) cubic yards or 900 (Objective) cubic yards per hour at 6-to-8-inch lifts of granular loose soil, non-cohesive particles such as sand or gravel that resemble small, loose crumbs to the compaction density defined in Paragraph 3.1.1 Compaction Density.

3.1.3. Padfoot Drum Compaction Rate.

3.1.3.1. Cohesive Soils. The compactor equipped with the padfoot drum module shall be capable of compacting at least 1,100 cubic yards per hour at 12-to-14-inch lifts of cohesive type soils, defined as fine-grained earth materials, primarily clays and silts, that stick together due to electrostatic forces and surface tension to the compaction density defined in Paragraph 3.1.1 Compaction Density.

3.1.3.2. Granular Soils. The compactor equipped with the padfoot drum shall be capable of compacting at least 500 (Threshold) cubic yards or 600 (Objective) cubic yards per hour at 6-to-8-inch lifts of granular loose soil, non-cohesive particles such as sand or gravel that resemble small, loose crumbs. to the compaction density defined in Paragraph 3.1.1 Compaction Density.

3.1.4. Vibration Frequency. The compactor shall have adjustable vibration frequency range between lower end of 25 Hertz (1,500 vibrations per minute) to an upper end of 40 Hertz (2,400 vibrations per minute).

3.1.5. Dual-mode Compaction. The compactor is desired to be equipped with a dual-mode compaction system capable of both traditional high-frequency vibration and selectable oscillation. Selection between vibration and oscillation modes from the operator's position is desired (Objective).

3.1.6. Dozing Blade. The compactor shall be equipped with a leveling blade capable of performing light dozing/leveling operations.

3.2. Maneuverability

3.2.1. Longitudinal Slope. The compactor shall be capable of negotiating an approach and departure slope of 30 percent (16.7 degrees).

3.2.2. Side Slope. The compactor shall be capable of compacting up to a 15 percent (8.35 degrees) cross slope.

3.2.3. Roll-On/Roll-Off. The compactor shall be capable of negotiating the ramp of a landing craft at a longitudinal slope up to 45 percent (24.23 degrees) in forward and reverse gears and maintain a speed of 2 miles per hour.

3.3. Transportability

3.3.1. Internal Air Transportability. The compactor shall be air transportable inside a C-17, and C-5 aircraft (threshold), and the C-130 aircraft (objective) in accordance with MIL-STD- 1366E. If transport preparation is required, the operator shall prepare the compactor per the requirements of Paragraph 3.3.7 Transport Preparation.

3.3.2. External Air Transportability. The compactor shall be externally lifted by the CH-53K in accordance with MIL-STD-913A.

3.3.3. Highway Transport. The compactor shall be capable of unrestricted transportation on highways as cargo on a trailer at Vehicle Cargo Weight in accordance with MIL-STD-1366E. If transport preparation is required, the operator shall prepare the compactor per the requirements of Paragraph 3.3.7 Transport Preparation.

3.3.4. Rail Transport. The compactor shall be capable of unrestricted transportation by railcar in accordance with MIL-STD-1366E. If transport preparation is required, the operator shall prepare the compactor per the requirements of Paragraph 3.3.7 Transport Preparation.

3.3.5. Marine Transport. The compactor shall be capable of unrestricted marine transportation without any disassembly in accordance with MIL-STD-1366E. If transport preparation is required, the operator shall prepare the compactor per the requirements of Paragraph 3.3.7 Transport Preparation.

3.3.6. Lifting and Tiedown Provisions. The compactor lifting and tiedown provisions shall be certified to the MIL-STD-209K, Type I and MIL-STD-913A. The provisions shall be labeled "LIFT", "TIEDOWN", or "LIFT/TIEDOWN", as appropriate, in one-inch-high letters.

3.3.7. Transportation Preparation. The compactor shall be configured for transport in less than 60 minutes by the operator. If any assembly/disassembly to or from the internal transport configuration is required, procedures shall not exceed 60 minutes, use the integral lifting devices, and be completed with common tools. All removed components shall be transportable in the same aircraft as the compactor.

3.4. Operator’s Cab. The compactor shall be equipped with an enclosed cab.

3.4.1. Rifle Mount. The compactor Operator's cab shall be equipped with a universal Rifle Mount capable of holding the M4 and M16A4. The rifle will have a magazine inserted and accessories such as the Rifle Combat Optic (RCO), AN/PEQ-15, and suppressor. The rifle, while mounted in the retention system, shall be located away from the operator's controls, not obstruct the vision of the operator, and be within arm's reach of the operator. The system shall securely hold the rifle and prevent damage or accidental discharge during compactor operations.

3.4.2. Visibility. The visibility from the operator's cab shall enable the operator to observe the compaction path. The cab shall be equipped with commercial features to include at a minimum:

defroster, mirrors, and electronically operated windshield wipers.

3.4.2.1. Work Lights. The compactor shall be equipped with commercial work lights that are brush-guard protected, adjustable, and located to illuminate the work area for night operations.

3.4.3. Human Factors Engineering. The compactor shall be maintainable and operable by the 5th percentile female through the 95th percentile male Marine per Natick TR-13/018, dressed in environmental protective clothing.

3.4.4. Personal Protection Equipment. The compactor shall be operable by the 5th percentile female to the 95th percentile male Marine per Natick TR-13/018 in combat gear.

3.4.5. Cold Weather Gear. The compactor shall be operable by the 5th percentile female to the 95th percentile male Marine per Natick TR-13/018 while wearing Cold Weather Gear.

3.4.6. Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear. The compactor shall be operable by the 5th percentile female to the 95th percentile male Marine per Natick TR-13/018 while wearing full Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Protective clothing Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) four. The cab shall enable unrestricted and immediate access to their protective mask to increase their survivability in a CBRN environment.

3.4.7. Air Conditioner. The air conditioning system shall be capable of operating in cooling mode at ambient temperature between 65 degrees Fahrenheit and 125 degrees Fahrenheit and shall meet the cooling requirements of SAE J1503. The system shall use an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) compliant refrigerant.

3.4.8. Heater. The heater shall be capable of warming the cab from -25 degrees Fahrenheit to +41 degrees Fahrenheit within an hour after starting the compactor when the exterior ambient temperature is -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The heater shall meet the heating requirements of SAE J1503.

3.4.9. Instrumentation. The instrument panel shall be protected from weather elements.

3.4.10. Horn. The compactor shall be equipped with an electric or air horn.

3.4.11. Backup Alarm. The compactor shall be equipped with an audible back up alarm conforming to SAE J994 with a minimum of 10 dBA greater than the surrounding background noise of the operating compactor.

3.4.12. Ignition. A single keyless engine switch shall be provided in the cab. The switch shall control all electrical monitors and electrical equipment, except the horn and lights.

3.4.13. Noise Limits. The interior cab noise shall be below 85 dBA when measured in accordance with SAE J1166 and J919.

3.4.14. Fire Extinguisher. The operator's cab shall be equipped with a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 10B: C (i.e. NSN 4210-00-775-0127). The extinguisher shall be mounted securely in the operator compartment.

3.4.15. Safety. The compactor shall comply with current safety, health and ergonomic standards in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) as standards guidelines.

3.4.15.1. Hazardous Materials. The compactor shall not contain Class I or Class II ozone-depleting substances, asbestos, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, or highly toxic or carcinogenic materials as defined in OSHA 1910.1200 without government approval.

3.4.15.2. Residual Risk. The compactor shall not introduce any high or serious residual risks as assessed in accordance with MIL-STD-882E to any personnel during transport, operation and maintenance.

3.4.16. Roll-Over Protection Structures (ROPS). The compactor shall be equipped with ROPS conforming to ISO 3471.

3.5. Environmental

3.5.1. Low Ambient Temperature (Start-up). The compactor shall be capable of starting unassisted within 5 minutes of initial attempt in ambient temperatures as low as -25 degrees Fahrenheit.

3.5.2. Low Ambient Temperature (Operation). The compactor shall be capable of operating with a smooth-running engine within 15 minutes of start up in ambient temperatures as low as - 25 degrees Fahrenheit.

3.5.3. High Ambient Temperature. The compactor shall be capable of starting and operating in ambient temperatures as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

3.5.4. Electromagnetic Environment Effects (E3). The USMC will accept the commercial level of E3 hardening. The compactor shall not cause electromagnetic interference in its operating environment.

3.6. .Electrical System

3.6.1. 24V Electrical System. The compactor shall be equipped with a 24-Volt negative-ground electrical system.

3.6.2. Batteries. The compactor shall be equipped with lead acid absorbed glass-mat (AGM) batteries to support the system. The compactor shall be compatible with Hawker ARMSAFE batteries NSN 6140-01-485-1472.

3.6.2.1. Battery Accessibility. The compactor batteries shall be accessible to personnel standing on the ground for removal without restriction and labeled with one-inch black lettering.

3.6.2.2. Battery Disconnect Switch. A master switch shall be provided that will disconnect the batteries from the electrical system thus preventing accidental draining of the batteries when the compactor is not in use. The switch shall be accessible to the personnel standing on the ground and labeled with one-inch black lettering.

3.6.2.3. Battery Cables. The compactor shall be equipped with battery cables with insulated covers and shall conform to SAE J1127. Corrosion resistant bolts and nuts shall be provided.

3.6.3. NATO Receptacle. The compactor shall be equipped with a NATO Receptacle capable of input and output electrical current from another NATO Receptacle conforming to NATO STANAG-4074, Type 1 and in accordance with MIL-PRF-62122E. The receptacle shall be accessible to the personnel standing on the ground and labeled with one-inch black lettering.

3.7. Paint and Treatment

3.7.1. Paint and Treatment. The compactor must be painted green 383 in accordance with

SAE-AMS-STD-595.

3.7.2. Corrosion Protection. The compactor shall be resistant to corrosion during unprotected storage and from the effects of a saltwater environment.

3.7.3. Operational Decontamination. The compactor shall withstand deterioration from operational decontamination as specified in Army Field Manual (FM) 3-11.5 Chapter IV.

3.8. Drivetrain

3.8.1. Military Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL). The compactor shall be capable of accepting military standard petroleum, oil and lubricants (POL).

a. Engine: MIL-PRF-2104N

b. Hydraulic systems: MIL-PRF-46170

c. General Lubrication: MIL-PRF-10924, SAE-AMS-M-7866, and MIL-PRF-23827C (when cold starting kit is required)

3.8.2. Fuel Capacity. The compactor shall be capable of continuous operation without refueling for 10 hours (Threshold), 12 hours (Objective).

3.8.3. Engine. The compactor shall be equipped with an engine capable of operating on diesel, JP-5, JP-8, and F-24 fuel types.

3.8.3.1. Engine Oil Drain. The compactor shall have a petcock oil change system for quick service of the engine.

3.8.3.2. Engine Oil Sampling Valve. The compactor engine shall have an oil drain petcock sample valve.

3.8.4. Hydraulic Fluid Sample Valve. The compactor shall have a drain petcock valve located at the lowest point of the tank or hydraulic system.

3.8.5. Exhaust. The compactor exhaust system shall be capable of mounting a spark arrestor (unless turbo-charged) and be equipped with a cap that restricts rain from entering the exhaust.

3.9. Maintainability.

3.9.1. Maintenance Infrastructure. The corrective and preventive maintenance must be supportable within the current two levels of maintenance infrastructure in accordance with Marine Corps Order (MCO) 4790.25.

3.9.2. Preventive Maintenance. Scheduled preventive maintenance, except operational checks, shall be required not more often than every 50 hours. Before/during/after operational checks will be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's manual.

3.9.3. Onboard Diagnostics

3.9.3.1. Commercial Diagnostic Systems. The compactor onboard diagnostic systems shall connect with standard commercial diagnostic tools and equipment with a CAN Bus 9-pin connector in accordance with SAE J1939. (Threshold)

3.9.3.2. USMC Diagnostic Systems. The compactor onboard diagnostic system shall be compatible with Wireless At Platform Test System (WATS), and Electronic Maintenance Support System (EMSS).

3.9.3.3. Diagnostic Capabilities (Read, Write, Commands). The compactor diagnostic system shall allow maintainers to perform read, write, and bi-directional commands, including fault code retrieval, system status monitoring, calibration, resets, and functional tests.

3.9.3.4. Diagnostic Capabilities (License). The compactor diagnostic system shall be unrestricted, without reliance on original equipment manufacturer only tools/licensing.

3.9.3.5. Diagnostic Capabilities (Documentation). The compactor diagnostic system shall allow Government access to all documentation, protocols, and software for all echelons of maintenance.

3.9.4. RAM (MTBF). The minimum acceptable value (MAV) over the life of the compactor shall be at least 250 hours mean time between failure (MTBF) with a confidence level of 85 percent and with no more than a 0.25 maintenance ration (MR). A failure is defined as any problem that prevents the machine from traveling and compacting.

3.9.5. RAM (MTTR). The mean time to repair (MTTR) shall be no more than 2.5 hours at the organizational maintenance level and 3.5 hours at the intermediate maintenance level. The maximum time to repair at each of the above echelons of maintenance shall be no more than 4.5 and 8.0 hours, respectively.

3.9.6. Rebuild/Replace. The compactor shall be capable of completing at least 2,000 hours of operation before replacement or rebuild of major components, such as the engine, transmission, power train, or hydraulic system.

3.9.7. Common Tools. The compactor shall require common tools to conduct maintenance and repair (Threshold). It is desired that no special tools are required to conduct maintenance and repair (Objective).

3.10. Identification

3.10.1. Identification and Markings. The compactor shall be furnished with an identification plate showing the specific UID markings as defined in MIL-STD-130N(1). The identification plate shall be permanently affixed to the compactor in a readily accessible and conspicuous location.

3.10.2. Instruction Plates. The compactor shall be equipped with instruction plates, or diagram plates, describing procedures to be followed for operating, servicing, and lubrication. The plates shall be permanently affixed to the compactor in a location that is protected and conspicuous.

3.10.3. Military Load Classification Identification. A Military Load Classification number for the compactor shall be displayed on the compactor in accordance with NATO-STANAG 2021 and NATO-AEP-3.12.1.5. The number shall be 3.5-inch gothic black numerals centered within a 9-inch diameter, 1/4-inch-thick black border displayed on the front (curbside) of the vehicle and below the driver's line of vision. The number may be painted on the vehicle or placed on a plate permanently mounted to the vehicle. The number shall be visible at ground level at a distance of 20 feet from the left front of the vehicle. The government will assign the Military Load Classification number.

4.0 VERIFICATION

4.1. General. Compliance with the requirements listed in Section 3 shall be verified using the methods established in Section 4. Refer to Table 4 for a summary of the verification method.

4.2. Methods of Verification

4.2.1. Certification (C). The Contractor shall provide independent certification that the compactor complies with all specific operating, operating environment, interface, ownership, and support requirements stated within this performance specification.

4.2.2. 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 principles and procedures.

4.2.3. Inspection (I). Inspections shall be conducted by the Contractor as specified herein; or by the Government at a Government-designated 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.

4.2.4. Demonstration (D). Demonstrations shall be conducted by the Contractor as specified herein; or the Government at a Government-designated 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.

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

4.3. Responsibility for compliance. The absence of any verification method within this performance specification shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for acceptance and compliance. Unless otherwise specified within the contract or performance specification, the Contractor is responsible for the execution of all inspections and certifications as stated in this performance specification. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that components and materials are manufactured, inspected, and tested in accordance with referenced specifications and standards, as applicable. Failure to comply with any of the requirements shall be cause for rejection.

4.4. Conformance inspections/tests. Compactors that have met all inspections, test, and certification requirements at the factory, shall be shipped to a Government site. The Government reserves the right to validate requirement conformance through independent analyses, inspections and/or testing. Deficiencies found because of testing/inspection shall be a cause for rejection until the Contractor has provided evidence that corrective action has been taken to eliminate the deficiency. The Contractor, at no additional cost to the Government, shall correct such deficiencies.

Table 4. Requirement/Verification Cross Reference Matrix

Method Paragraph Title C A I D T

3.1 Configuration X

3.1.1 Compaction Density X

3.1.2.1 Compaction Rate (Smooth Drum Favorable Soil) X

3.1.2.2 Compaction Rate (Smooth Drum Gravel) X

3.1.2.3 Compaction Rate (Smooth Drum Granular Soil) X

3.1.3.1 Compaction Rate (Padfoot Drum Cohesive Soils) X

3.1.3.2 Compaction Rate (Padfoot Drum Granular Soil) X

3.1.4 Vibration Frequency X

3.1.5 Dual-mode Compaction X

3.1.6 Dozing Blade X

3.2.1 Longitudinal Slope X

3.2.2 Side Slope X

3.2.3 Roll On/Roll Off X

3.3.1 Internal Air Transportability X

3.3.2 External Air Transportability X

3.3.3 Highway Transportation X

3.3.4 Rail Transport X

3.3.5 Marine Transport X

3.3.6 Lifting and Tiedown Provisions X

3.3.7 Transportation Preparation X

3.4 Operator’s Cab X

3.4.1 Rifle Mount X

3.4.2 Visibility X

3.4.2.1 Work Lights X

3.4.3 Human Factors Engineering X

3.4.4 PPE X

3.4.5 Cold Weather Gear X

3.4.6 Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear X

3.4.7 Air Conditioner X

3.4.8 Heater X

3.4.9 Instrumentation X

3.4.10 Horn X

3.4.11 Backup Alarm X

3.4.12 Ignition X

3.4.13 Noise Limits X

3.4.14 Fire Extinguisher X

3.4.15 Safety X

3.4.15.1 Hazardous Materials X

3.4.15.2 Residual Safety Risk X

3.4.16 Roll-Over Protective Structures (ROPS) X

3.5.1 Low Ambient Temperature (Start-up) X

Table 4. Requirement/Verification Cross Reference Matrix - continued

Method Paragraph Title C A I D T

3.5.2 Low Ambient Temperature (Operation) X

3.5.3 High Ambient Temperature X

3.5.4 Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3): X

3.6.1 24V Electrical System X

3.6.2 Batteries X

3.6.2.1 Battery Accessibility X

3.6.2.2 Battery Disconnect Switch X

3.6.2.3 Battery Cables X

3.6.3 NATO Receptacle X

3.7.1 Paint and Treatment X

3.7.2 Corrosion Protection X

3.7.3 Operational Decontamination X

3.8.1 Military Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) X

3.8.2 Fuel Capacity X

3.8.3 Engine X

3.8.3.1 Engine Oil Drain X

3.8.3.2 Engine Oil Sampling Valve X

3.8.4 Hydraulic Fluid Sample Valve X

3.8.5 Exhaust X

3.9.1 Maintenance Infrastructure X

3.9.2 Preventative Maintenance X

3.9.3.1 Commercial Diagnostic System X

3.9.3.2 USMC Diagnostic Systems X

3.9.3.3 Diagnostic Capabilities (Read, Write, Commands) X

3.9.3.4 Diagnostic Capabilities (License) X

3.9.3.5 Diagnostic Capabilities (Documentation) X

3.9.4 RAM (MTBF) X

3.9.5 RAM (MTTR) X

3.9.6 Rebuild/Replace X

3.9.7 Common Tools X

3.10.1 Identification and Markings X

3.10.2 Instruction Plates X

3.10.3 Military Load Classification Identification X

5.0 PACKAGING

5.1. Packaging. The packaging requirements shall be specified in the contract.

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