MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS.docx
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The document is a Minimum Specification for an Electric-Powered Vehicle, detailing technical requirements for a low-speed vehicle (LSV) to be procured by Tobyhanna Army Depot. The electric vehicle must be a four-wheeled, fully enclosed, street-legal vehicle with a two-door cab and utility/cargo shell, designed for transporting materials and personnel within industrial settings. Key specifications include a minimum 48-volt AC induction motor, 17 hp, capable of 18 mph, with a 3,000-pound load capacity, 144" length maximum, and 58" width maximum.
The related federal contract opportunity is a Sources Sought Notice issued by Army Contracting Command, Tobyhanna Division, conducting market research to identify potential suppliers for this electric vehicle. The procurement may be set aside for small businesses across all categories, with potential for full and open competition. Delivery is specified within 160 days of contract award to Tobyhanna Army Depot, with a one-year comprehensive warranty covering parts, labor, and accessories. The solicitation emphasizes that this is an informational notice and not a formal Request for Proposal, with responses being voluntary and no guarantee of contract award.
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11/4/25
MINIMUM SPECIFICATION FOR A
ELECTRIC-POWERED VEHICLE
1. The Electric Vehicle shall be a four wheeled vehicle fully electric-power driven licensable as a low-speed vehicle (LSV) making it street legal on roads 35 mph or less.
2. The electric vehicle will be used for transporting material, equipment and not more than two personnel from shop area to satellite work areas. The vehicle will be used in all types of weather both inside and outside enclosed industrial buildings for pick-ups and drop-offs.
3. Requirements A. Configuration:
- Two door fully enclosed cab with an enclosed utility/cargo shell.
1. Cab Requirements
- Auto safety glass windshield and rear panel
- Roll up and down windows
- Locking doors
2. Utility/Cargo Shell Requirements
- Metal bed and utility box
- Locking Rear double door access
- Locking side access door
B. Dimensions:
- Vehicle shall not exceed 144” long and shall not be more than 58” wide
- Utility/Cargo shell shall be a minimum of 75” long by 52” wide and 42” high with swing open rear and side access doors.
- Vehicle shall have a minimum of 8” ground clearance
C. Capacity: Vehicle shall have a minimum of a 3,000 pound load capacity. (It is understood that rating will be derated due to utility box configuration.)
D. Motor:
- Minimum of a 48-volt high-efficiency, AC induction motor
- Minimum of 17 hp, 13 kW motor.
E. Travel/Speed:
- Capable of powered travel both forward and reverse.
- Travel direction controlled by a lever or switch.
- Capable of speeds up 18 mph as a minimum.
E. Steering: The electric vehicle shall be equipped with rack-and-pinion steering with a tilt steering column to accommodate various drivers.
F. Brakes: The electric vehicle shall be equipped with four wheel hydraulic brakes to provide smooth reliable braking with minimal effort.
- The braking system shall employ non-asbestos brake pads.
- The parking brake shall be manual hand operated.
G. Tires & Wheels: The electric vehicle shall be equipped with pneumatic tires for outdoor all-season use.
H. Accessories: The electric vehicle shall be equipped with a minimum of the following accessories:
· Dash Kit with instrumentation such as speedometer, hour meter battery charge/discharge indicator as a minimum.
· Heater/defrost assembly with dash fan.
· Windshield wiper
· Lights – The vehicle shall be equipped high/low headlights, tail and stop/brake lights, turn signals and back up lights and amber warning strobe as a minimum.
· Rear and side view mirrors.
· Ladder Rack
· Sun Visors
I. Electrical System: The electrical system shall be 48 Volt DC minimum.
· All power and control circuits shall be fuse protected.
· All wiring shall be color coded for ease of service.
J. Battery: The electric vehicle shall be equipped with a minimum of a 48-Volt electrical system with a minimum of 12 kWh rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a minimum of full 5 year warranty. Charging shall be accomplished via an onboard charger with a standard 120 VAC power cord.
K. Color: White
4. Safety: The electric vehicle shall meet all applicable requirements of ANSI B56.1 1969-1988 Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks and Underwriters Laboratories. Safety features to be included are as follows:
a. - retractable seat belt.
b. - electric horn.
| c. - amber strobe light. |
| d. - backup alarm. |
5. Operator's Manual, Parts Manual, Maintenance Manual and Electrical Drawings shall be included.
6. Delivery
a. Delivery of the vehicle shall be within 160 days of contract award.
b. Contractor shall coordinate delivery with the Contracting Officer, to include a pre-delivery notification at least 10 days prior to shipment of equipment.
c. Delivery address:
Tobyhanna Army Depot 11 Hap Arnold Blvd.
Tobyhanna, PA 18466 Bldg. 15
7. Inspection: Inspection shall be performed at Tobyhanna Army Depot to ensure that vehicle complies with requirements of this specification.
8. Warranty: The electric vehicle and its accessories furnished under this specification shall be warranted for a minimum of 1 year from the date of delivery. Warranty shall include all parts, labor, and accessories.
8. Suggested Suppliers:
Federal Contracts Company 12918 N. Nebraska Ave.
Tampa, FL 33612 Phone: 813-631-0008 Model: Bigfoot XL GSA Contract: GS-03F-113DA
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