PD - COVER.pdf

COVER PURCHASE DESCRIPTION

FOR

CONVEYOR SYSTEMS

AT

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA

BUILDING 2194 & 2196

CSN: BCH105

DATE: 18 NOVEMBER 2022

PREPARED BY:

Megan Blackwell

MEGAN BLACKWELL

PROJECT ENGINEER

AFLCMC/EZPAE

Emmanuel Parel

EMMANUEL PAREL

REVIEWER

AFLCMC/EZPAE

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Table of Contents

1. SCOPE

1.1. GENERAL SCOPE

1.2. ACRONYMS

1.3. DEFINITIONS

1.3.1. 463L PALLETS

1.3.2. ISU 70/90 PALLETS

1.3.3. PALLET CONDITIONS

1.3.3.1. NON-FLATNESS

1.3.3.2. RESTRAINING STRAPS

1.3.3.3. LOAD DISTRIBUTION

1.3.4. PALLET HANDLING

1.3.4.1. 10K FORKLIFT

1.3.4.2. 4K FORKLIFT

1.3.4.3. K-LOADERS

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1. GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS

2.2. NON-GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

3.1.1. 463L GRAVITY ROLLER CONVEYOR

3.1.2. BALL TRANSFER CONVEYOR

3.2. CHARACTERISTICS

3.2.1. NOISE LEVELS

3.3. DESIGN AND FABRICATION

3.3.1. DESIGN CRITERIA

3.3.1.1. MAINTAINABILITY

3.3.1.2. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

3.3.1.3. STANDARD, COMMERCIAL COMPONENTS

3.3.1.4. STANDARDIZATION

3.3.1.5. SPECIAL TOOLS

3.3.1.6. ACCESSIBILITY

3.3.1.7. STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS

3.3.1.8. VERIFICATION OF DIMENSIONS

3.3.1.9. OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES (ODS)

3.3.1.10. SAFETY

3.3.1.10.1. OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

3.3.1.10.2. PROTECTION AGAINST MOVING PARTS

3.3.1.10.3. PLACARDS

3.3.1.10.4. FAIL-SAFE CONTROLS

3.3.1.10.5. CLEAN-UP

3.3.1.11. HUMAN ENGINEERING

3.3.1.12. GROUNDING

3.3.2. MATERIALS

3.3.2.1. STEEL

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3.3.2.2. MECHANICAL FASTENING DEVICES

3.3.2.3. ANCHORS

3.3.3. PROTECTIVE COATINGS

3.3.3.1. PAINTING

3.3.3.2. PLATING

3.3.3.3. GALVANIZING

3.3.3.4. DISSIMILAR METALS

3.3.4. WELDING

3.3.4.1. WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION

3.3.4.2. WELDER PERFORMANCE QUALIFICATION

3.3.4.3. FIRE PROTECTION

3.3.5. CUTTING

3.3.6. COORDINATION

3.3.7. NAMEPLATES

3.3.8. PRECEDENCE

3.4. DOCUMENTATION

3.4.1. MANAGEMENT REPORTS

3.4.2. SHOP DRAWINGS

3.4.3. CERTIFICATIONS

3.4.4. AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1. GENERAL

4.2. ACCEPTANCE TESTS

4.2.1. SYSTEM CHECKOUT TEST

4.2.2. QUALITY CONFORMANCE TEST

4.2.3. RELIABILITY DEMONSTRATION TEST

4.3. INSPECTIONS, TESTS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

4.3.1. INSPECTIONS

4.3.2. TESTS

4.3.3. CERTIFICATIONS

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1. SCOPE

1.1. GENERAL SCOPE

This purchase description (PD) establishes the minimum performance, design, fabrication, installation, orientation, and test requirements for Conveyor Systems for the 437th Aerial Port

Squadron (APS) in Buildings 2194 and 2196 at Joint Base (JB)

Charleston, South Carolina. The work shall be completed in accordance with this PD and Air Force (AF) Drawing BCH105-01.

This PD covers all equipment, materials, and labor necessary to complete installation of the system. It also includes performing tests and making adjustments to the system as well as providing classroom and on-the-job instructions to Government personnel.

1.2. ACRONYMS

AF – Air Force

APS – Aerial Port Squadron

COTR – Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative

JB – Joint Base

MTBF – Mean Time Between Failure

MTTR – Mean Time To Repair

ODS – Ozone Depleting Substances

PD – Purchase Description

1.3. DEFINITIONS

1.3.1. 463L PALLETS

The 463L pallet consists of an end-grain balsa-wood or redwood core sandwiched between two sheets of aluminum with frames on all sides consisting of extruded aluminum edge rails. Steel tie-down rings are distributed around the perimeter of the pallet to secure nets and to facilitate handling. The entire pallet measures 108 inches wide by 88 inches long by 2.25 inches thick. Cargo on 463L pallets is normally no higher than 96 inches, but over height pallets may be stacked up to 156 inches high for transport on C-5 aircraft. The pallet has a rated capacity of 10,000 pounds and weighs approximately 290 pounds.

Nets and straps add an average of 65 pounds for a total pallet tare weight of 355 pounds. 463L pallets can be utilized in both orientations. The orientation with the 108-inch edge leading is called wide-edge leading. The orientation with the 88-inch edge leading is called narrow-edge leading.

1.3.2. ISU 70/90 PALLETS

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The ISU pallet base is the same as the 463L pallet base. Steel tie-down rings are distributed around the perimeter of the pallet to secure nets and to facilitate handling. The ISU pallet weight is between 1,400 and 1,700 pounds with a payload capacity of 10,000 pounds. Dimensions of the ISU 70/90 is 108 inches wide by 88 inshed deep and either 70 or 90 inches high.

1.3.3. PALLET CONDITIONS

The following pallet conditions shall be assumed for all types of pallets.

1.3.3.1. NON-FLATNESS

Approximately two-thirds of the maximum possible pallet contact is made with the rollers, a condition that results from the pallet surface being warped. The bottom surface of unloaded pallets can deflect up to 0.31-inch from level. The deflection of loaded pallets varies with specific loading conditions.

1.3.3.2. RESTRAINING STRAPS

Cargo restraining straps may hang below the pallet edges. These straps shall not become entangled in structure or transfer elements nor shall they interfere with any sensing or control devices.

1.3.3.3. LOAD DISTRIBUTION

Pallet weights range from fully loaded to empty. The center of gravity may deviate by as much as 10 inches from the center of the pallet.

1.3.4. PALLET HANDLING

The following type of government-furnished equipment is used to handle pallet loads.

1.3.4.1. 10K FORKLIFT

A 10K forklift is a diesel or electric powered, manually operated forklift weighing approximately 23,000 pounds. The 10K forklift is capable of lifting and transporting pallets with loads up to 10,000 pounds. The 10K forklift is also used to move freight, to load materials onto and unload materials from pallets, and to place empty pallets on and remove empty pallets from the forklift tine cutouts provided on the conveyors. The

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10K forklift interfaces with forklift tine cutouts provided on the conveyors.

1.3.4.2. 4K FORKLIFT

A 4K forklift is a powered, manually operated forklift weighing approximately 5,000 pounds and capable of lifting up to 4,000 pounds. The 4K forklift is used to move freight, to load materials onto and unload materials from pallets, and to place empty pallets on and remove empty pallets from the forklift tine cutouts provided on the conveyors.

1.3.4.3. K-LOADERS

A K-loader is a military transporter with a powered rollerized deck to assist the loading and unloading of pallets between the

K-loader and aircraft, forklifts, and conveyors at the proper elevation. The K-loader has a platform that can be raised to interface with aircraft. There are two types of K-loaders. The

60K-loader (Tunner) can carry up to six 463L pallets with a total net weight up to 60,000 pounds. The 60K-loader weighs about 65,000 pounds and the powered deck can be positioned at all elevations between 39 inches and 222 inches. The 25K-loader

(Halvorsen) can carry up to three 463L pallets with a total net weight up to 25,000 pounds. The 25K-loader weights approximately 32,000 pounds. The deck of the 25K-loader can be positioned at all elevations between 39 and 220 inches.

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The following documents form a part of this PD to the extent specified herein. The issue in effect on the date the solicitation is issued shall apply.

2.1. GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS

AIR FORCE INSTRUCTIONS AND MANUALS (AFI, AFMAN)

AFI 48-127

Occupational Noise and Hearing

Conservation Program

AFMAN 91-203 Air Force Occupational Safety, Fire and

Health Standards; Chapter 12 – Material

Handling Equipment

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AIR FORCE DRAWINGS

BCH105-01 Conveyor Systems

437th Aerial Port Squadron

Buildings 2194 & 2196

JB Charleston, SC

11/10/2022

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) STANDARDS

29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health

Standards, (General Industry)

29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for

Construction

UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)

UFC 3-310-04 Seismic Design of Buildings

UFC 3-301-01 Structural Engineering

2.2. NON-GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (AISC)

AISC 360 Manual of Steel Construction -

Allowable Stress Design, Ninth Edition

(Applications for copies shall be addressed to the American

Institute of Steel Construction, Inc., 1 East Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60601)

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

ANSI A14.3 American National Standard for Ladders

– Fixed - Safety Requirements

ANSI B11.19 Performance Requirements for Risk

Reduction Measures: Safeguarding and other Means of Reducing Risk

ANSI Z49.1 Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied

Processes

ANSI/CEMA 401 Roller Conveyors - Non-Powered

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National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018)

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

ASTM A123/

A123M

Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot

Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and

Steel Products

ASTM A153/

A153M

ASTM A307

Standard Specification for Zinc Coating

(Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware

Standard Specification for Carbon Steel

Bolts and Studs, 60,000 psi Tensile

Strength

ASTM A325 Standard Specification for Structural

Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105 ksi

Minimum Tensile Strength

ASTM B633 Standard Specification for

Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on

Iron and Steel

Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia PA 19103)

AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)

AWS B2.1 Welding Procedure and Performance

Qualification

AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel

AWS D14.1 Welding of Industrial and Mill Cranes and Other Material Handling Equipment, Spec for

AWS Z49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting

Welding Society, Inc., 550 NW Lejeune Road, P.O.Box 35140, Miami

FL 33135)

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

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NEMA ICS 6 Industrial Control and Systems:

Enclosures

(Applications for copies shall be addressed to the National

Electrial Manufacturers Association, 1300 North 17th Street;

Suite 900, Arlington VA 22209)

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 51B Standard for Fire Prevention During

Welding, Cutting and Other Hotwork

NFPA 70 National Electrial Code

(Applications for copies shall be addressed to the National Fire

Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy MA 02269-9101)

SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS, INC (SAE)

SAE J429 Mechanical and Material Requirements for Externally Threaded Fasteners, Standard

(Applications for copies shall be addressed to the Society of

Automotive Engineers, Inc., 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale

PA 15906)

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The systems will be used for moving, staging, and storing pallets. Two of the same conveyor systems shall be installed, each as shown on AF Drawing BCH105-01 – one in Building 2194 and one in Building 2196. The following major components shall be integrated to form the complete Conveyor Systems.

3.1.1. 463L GRAVITY ROLLER CONVEYOR

463L gravity roller conveyor shall be installed as specified in

Appendix A and this Cover PD.

3.1.2. BALL TRANSFER CONVEYOR

Ball transfer conveyor shall be installed as specified in

Appendix B and this Cover PD.

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3.2. CHARACTERISTICS

3.2.1. NOISE LEVELS

The Contractor shall consider noise levels in the design of the equipment. Hazardous noise shall not exceed 85 decibels A-weighted sound pressure level (dB(A)) for 8 hours in any 24-hour period or equivalent in accordance with AFI 48-127. Noise level measurements will be taken at a three-foot distance from the equipment producing the noise and at a level of five feet above the ground/floor in all locations in which personnel may be present during normal operations. If noise levels of installed equipment exceed this requirement, then noise shall be reduced through engineering controls; i.e., insulation, dampening, and isolation.

3.3. DESIGN AND FABRICATION

3.3.1. DESIGN CRITERIA

3.3.1.1. MAINTAINABILITY

The system shall be designed, fabricated, and installed to facilitate maintainability and ensure a minimum service life of

15 years. The design shall provide for modular assembly of components and subassemblies where feasible to permit repair or replacement of parts in a minimum of time. This shall include plug-in electrical connections for major electrical subassemblies.

3.3.1.2. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The system shall operate in a temperature range of 35 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit with up to 100 percent relative humidity.

The system shall be constructed to operate in open warehouse and outdoor environments. Outdoor environment conditions are highly corrosive and include heavy rain, wind, and ocean salt spray.

3.3.1.3. STANDARD, COMMERCIAL COMPONENTS

Standard, commercial components which have been for sale and available for purchase to the general public or government agencies for at least one year shall be used to the maximum extent possible. If requested by the COTR (Contracting

Officer's Technical Representative), the Contractor shall furnish evidence that equipment of approximately the same design as that proposed to be installed has been tested and successfully operated. Where two or more units of the same type

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3.3.1.4. STANDARDIZATION

Mechanical and electrical interchangeability shall exist between like assemblies, subassemblies, and replaceable parts regardless of the manufacturer's supplier. Interchangeability does not necessarily mean complete identity, but requires that a substitution of such like-assemblies and replacement parts be easily effected without physical or electrical modifications, including cabling, wiring, and mounting.

3.3.1.5. SPECIAL TOOLS

Use of special tools shall be minimized and, where required for operational adjustments, shall be securely mounted within the equipment in a readily accessible location. Standard tools, fittings, lubricants, and fluids shall be used to the maximum practicable extent.

3.3.1.6. ACCESSIBILITY

Structural members shall not prevent access to or removal of components for repair or replacement. Equipment shall be designed for rapid and easy removal as well as replacement or repair of malfunctioning units, by one individual where feasible. Mechanical components shall be designed to permit lubrication of components without disassembly.

3.3.1.7. STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS

The system shall be designed and constructed in accordance with state and local codes. The system shall be designed to withstand seismic forces as specified in UFC 3-301-01 for JB

Charleston, SC. All mechanical and electrical components shall be designed and installed to withstand seismic activity.

Vibration isolation devices and bracing shall be used as necessary to meet this requirement. Seismic parameters at DoD installations can be identified using the tool provided in UFC

3-301-01, Section 1613.

3.3.1.8. VERIFICATION OF DIMENSIONS

The contractor shall become familiar with all details of the work, verify all dimensions in the field, and shall advise the

Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing the work.

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3.3.1.9. OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES (ODS)

The Contractor shall not use or prescribe to the greatest extent possible any ODS in the installation and maintenance of the system. ODS includes, but is not limited to aerosol cans, certain cleaning solvents, and certain lubricants. Any chemical to be used by the Contractor shall be approved by JB

Charleston’s Civil Engineer Squadron Environmental Flight. If there is a question pertaining to the applicability of a substance, submit the name of the substance to the Contracting

Officer for verification.

3.3.1.10. SAFETY

The Contractor shall consider the safety of personnel and equipment when designing and installing the system. Safety provisions shall be incorporated to the maximum extent possible.

When possible, hazards shall be eliminated through design. When this is not possible, safety devices such as guards, interlocks, and barriers shall be installed. If this does not eliminate the hazard, warning devices such as warning signs, indicator lights, and audio devices shall be installed. Safety requirements shall include, but are not limited to, the following.

3.3.1.10.1. OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

The system installation practices and completed system shall meet all applicable requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and OSHA 29

CFR 1926.

3.3.1.10.2. PROTECTION AGAINST MOVING PARTS

Moving parts shall be provided with guards to protect personnel from possible injury. Guards shall be in accordance with ANSI

B11.19.

3.3.1.10.3. PLACARDS

Conspicuous placards shall be mounted adjacent to areas where hazards may exist (i.e., high voltage, pinch points, and tripping hazards). Placards shall also be used to identify operating limits (i.e., capacity, speed, and incline) in a conspicuous location for operators' use.

3.3.1.10.4. FAIL-SAFE CONTROLS

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No controls shall cause false operation or endanger personnel if a part should fail. No damage or destruction of any component shall result from reduced voltage or complete loss of power.

3.3.1.10.5. CLEAN-UP

The Contractor shall, at all times, keep the work area, including storage areas, free from the accumulation of waste materials and dust which would cause a hazard or nuisance to others. The approved methods of stabilization for dust control are sprinkling, chemical treatment (non-ODS) or a similar method approved by the COTR. If there is a cutting process, the solution shall be vacuumed up during the process to prevent dust pollution and water damage. Before leaving the site, the

Contractor shall remove all rubbish, tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government. At the completion of the installation/test, the Contractor shall leave the site in a clean, neat and orderly condition satisfactory to the COTR. Waste will be removed daily from the site and shall not be allowed to accumulate to the extent that it becomes a safety or fire hazard. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to dispose of waste in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, County and Municipal codes.

3.3.1.11. HUMAN ENGINEERING

The system design and layout shall incorporate ergonomic design criteria so the optimal interface between operator and equipment is attained.

3.3.1.12. GROUNDING

Each component of the system shall be properly grounded to ensure safe working conditions. This shall include adequate ground against static charges that may be generated. Grounding shall conform to Article 250 of NFPA 70.

3.3.2. MATERIALS

3.3.2.1. STEEL

The structural steel components shall meet all design property requirements of AISC 360.

3.3.2.2. MECHANICAL FASTENING DEVICES

Unless otherwise specified, all threaded connectors of diameter greater than 7/16 inch shall be either A325 bolts conforming to

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ASTM A325 or SAE Grade 5 bolts conforming to SAE J429. All structural joints shall be in accordance with AISC 360. Bolt-hole diameters shall not exceed nominal bolt diameters by more than 1/16 inch. All bolt holes shall be free of burrs, pins, or slivers. Bolts shall extend a minimum of two threads beyond the nuts. All nuts, bolts, and other threaded fasteners shall be galvanized or stainless steel to prevent corrosion. All threaded fasteners shall utilize galvanized or stainless steel flat and lock washers as required.

3.3.2.3. ANCHORS

Anchors shall, at a minimum, meet the requirements of ASTM A307.

Anchors shall be either the drop-in expansion type or wedge type. All anchoring hardware shall be galvanized or stainless steel. All anchors shall be sufficient in size to withstand the calculated pullout and shear forces experienced by the equipment. Minimum anchor sizes shall be 3/8 inch in diameter or, if applicable, as specified in the appendices. Anchor lengths shall be long enough to assure that the manufacturer's minimum embedment in concrete is maintained and shall be installed properly to maintain the required minimum concrete embedment. Anchors shall be spaced so that the manufacturer's recommended minimum allowable spacing between anchors is maintained and the recommended minimum allowable edge distance is maintained. All anchors shall be torqued to the manufacturer's recommended installation torque. When required, adhesive anchors may be used; subject to approval by the COTR.

3.3.3. PROTECTIVE COATINGS

All system component surfaces shall be protected from corrosion by painting, plating, or galvanizing.

3.3.3.1. PAINTING

Metal surfaces, which are not galvanized or plated, shall be cleaned, treated, and painted to protect against rust, corrosion, and deterioration. The first coat of paint or primer shall be applied to a dry clean surface as soon as practicable after cleaning and treating the metal. The primer shall not interfere with the application and adhesion of subsequent coats.

Paint shall last the service life of the equipment. Paint shall be lead and chromate free and meet air pollution requirements for solvent emissions. When several standard colors are available, a color selection chart shall be submitted to the

COTR with the shop drawings for selection. The finish coat shall be a smooth, even surface, free from runs, sags, and

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3.3.3.2. PLATING

All surfaces to be plated shall be thoroughly cleaned to provide a surface free of mill scale, oil, grease, dirt, rust, and any other foreign material prior to being plated. Plating at a minimum shall comply with ASTM B633, Service Condition 1, Type I unless otherwise specified.

3.3.3.3. GALVANIZING

All metal surfaces to be galvanized shall be thoroughly cleaned to provide smooth surfaces and shall comply with ASTM A153 and

ASTM A123.

3.3.3.4. DISSIMILAR METALS

Materials used and their locations shall not promote galvanic corrosion. No combination of materials shall be used that form an electrolytic couple of such nature that corrosion is accelerated.

3.3.4. WELDING

Dimensional tolerances for welded construction, details of welds, and quality of welds shall be in accordance with the applicable requirements of AWS B2.1, AWS D1.1, and AWS D14.1.

The Government reserves the right to perform supplemental nondestructive and destructive tests to determine compliance.

Safety precautions during welding shall conform to ANSI Z49.1.

3.3.4.1. WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION

Qualification of welding procedures shall conform to the applicable requirements of AWS B2.1, AWS D1.1, and AWS D14.1.

The Government reserves the right to request copies of Welding

Procedure Specifications for any welding procedure followed in the fabrication of this system.

3.3.4.2. WELDER PERFORMANCE QUALIFICATION

Each welder, welding operator, and tack welder assigned to work on this system shall be qualified in accordance with the applicable requirements of AWS B2.1, AWS D1.1, and AWS D14.1.

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The Government reserves the right to request certification

(Performance Qualification Test Record) that each welder, welding operator, or tack welder is qualified as specified.

3.3.4.3. FIRE PROTECTION

All welding, cutting, brazing, and burning operations shall be accomplished in strict compliance with the requirements outlined in AFMAN 91-203 and NFPA Standard 51B. Prior to starting any welding, cutting, brazing, or burning operations, the Contractor shall obtain a permit (AF Form 592, Hot Work Permit). This permit can be obtained by contacting the JB Charleston Fire

Department at least 24 hours in advance. A copy of each permit will be retained at the work site until the work has been completed. Operations that produce flying, dropping slag, metal or embers shall have sufficient non-combustible materials and fire blankets on site to protect against fire damage or personal injury. In addition, the contractor shall provide a minimum of

2 portable fire extinguishers at the work site until the work has been completed. Extinguishers shall meet a rating of 4A-

40BC and the requirements outlined in AFMAN 91-203. At the close of their operation, the contractor shall make a thorough inspection of each building in which he/she has performed work.

This inspection shall ensure that all necessary safeguards relative to potential fire hazards are in effect and operational. The contractor shall familiarize themselves and their personnel on the location of all telephones needed for fire reporting. The contractor shall maintain good housekeeping practices to reduce the risk of fire, damage, and/or personal injury. All scrap materials, rubbish, and refuse shall be removed daily from in and around the building and shall not be permitted to be strewn on adjacent property. Flammable and combustible materials used inside the building shall be kept to a minimum and removed from the building during unused periods.

Storage of flammable/combustible materials shall not be permitted inside the building.

3.3.5. CUTTING

All edges produced by oxygen-flame cutting or any cutting operation shall be finished by grinding (or other method approved by the COTR) to a surface finish equivalent to that of adjacent surfaces. Sharp edges shall not be acceptable.

3.3.6. COORDINATION

The Contractor shall obtain approval from the 437th APS point of contact, local base civil engineering, fire, safety, and

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3.3.7. NAMEPLATES

The Contractor shall provide and install one corrosion resistant metal nameplate for each component. A nameplate for each lane of conveyor shall be provided such that if one lane is dismantled, the nameplates will exist elsewhere. Nameplates shall be located in a visible and safe location. Nameplates shall last the life of the equipment and shall be capable of withstanding local environmental conditions. Nameplates shall be stamped, engraved, or etched in a print type not less than

1/8-inch tall. No nameplate or product marking shall be installed until all touch-up painting has been completed. The nameplate or product marking shall clearly display the following headings and corresponding information.

Type of Equipment

Name of Manufacturer

Model Number

Contract Number

Serial Number

Capacity

Weight

Manufacture Date, Month/Year

Contractor Name and Web Address/Contact Information

"Property of US Government"

3.3.8. PRECEDENCE

Where local codes and standards conflict with the contents of this PD, the more stringent requirement shall prevail.

3.4. DOCUMENTATION

The Contractor shall provide documentation (data) as described below and in accordance with Table 1 below. Where possible, the

Contractor shall print on recycled paper. Also, the Contractor shall not require the use of any Class I ozone depleting substance in any submittal.

3.4.1. MANAGEMENT REPORTS

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The Contractor shall provide a monthly status report complete with schedule. The report shall be either Microsoft word document or a PDF file. The monthly status report shall be submitted in accordance with Table 1. Contractor format is acceptable as long as it provides the following information as a minimum:

A) A front cover sheet which includes the title of report, the contractor’s name and address, the base name, the contract number, and the date.

B) A schedule showing actual progress to date against current contract schedule through contract completion is required. In addition, forecasted delivery and other significant project milestones should address/include, at a minimum: CLIN deliveries, submission of all data items, post award site visit (if applicable), shipping of deliverables, installation, training/orientation (if required), system checkout test, quality conformance test, reliability demonstration test, etc.

C) The body of the report shall provide a summary of the progress to date. It shall identify any problem areas, any changes in schedule or contract equipment, any engineering change proposals, all significant trips, emails, or telephone calls affecting the performance or scope of the contract.

3.4.2. SHOP DRAWINGS

The Contractor shall provide shop drawings, which includes as a minimum; all drawings and instructions required for installation of the system. Shop drawings shall include a border and title block that includes the Contractor’s name, the contract number, building number, base name, and date. Shop drawings shall be submitted in a time frame, which meets the contract schedule.

Government shall have two weeks to review shop drawings. Any resubmittals required shall be resubmitted within one week. The shop drawing package shall be submitted in accordance with Table

1.

3.4.3. CERTIFICATIONS

After installation of all equipment the contractor shall certify the system meets or exceeds the requirements listed in sections

4.3.3 of this Cover Purchase Description and all appendices. A general statement that the delivered system meets or exceeds all system requirements is not acceptable i.e. the contractor shall certify each requirement one-by-one. With these certifications the contractor shall also certify the tests in paragraph 4.3.2

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JB Charleston – Cover PD – Page 16 of this Cover Purchase Description and of all appendices have been performed and the system is ready for Government inspection.

3.4.4. AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

The Contractor shall provide as-built drawings of all drawing submitted as part of the shop drawing package. As-built drawings shall include a border and title block that includes the Contractor’s name, the contract number, building number, base name, and date. As-built drawings shall be submitted in accordance with Table 1.

SUBMITTAL DUE DATE DISTRIBUTION LIST

Megan

Blackwell megan.blackwell.

1@us.af.mil

Buyer identified at time of award

Base POC identified at time of award

Management

Reports

(3.4.1.)

1st business day of each month starting after the month the contract is awarded

Email with attachment of report

Email with attachment of report

Email with attachment of report

Shop Drawings

(3.4.2.)

Due date is same as CLIN

Email with attachment of drawings

(AutoCAD and

PDF)

Email with attachment of drawings

(PDF)

Email with attachment of drawings

(AutoCAD and

PDF)

Certifications

(3.4.3.)

Within 2 business days of system installation completion

Email with attachment of certifications

(Word Document or PDF)

Email with attachment of certifications

(Word Document or PDF)

Email with attachment of certifications

(Word Document or PDF)

As-built Drawings

(3.4.4.)

30 days after

Government acceptance of system

Email with attachment of drawings

(AutoCAD and

PDF)

Email with attachment of drawings

(PDF)

Email with attachment of drawings

(AutoCAD and

PDF) and one set of hard copies (D size)

TABLE 1. Distribution of Data Requirements

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

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4.1. GENERAL

The COTR shall monitor the installation of the system. The system delivery dates shall not be extended because of work stoppages caused by unacceptable practices and/or test failures.

For all inspections and tests, the Contractor shall provide all test apparatus (i.e., tape measures, levels, calipers, micrometers, stop watches). All test apparatus will be returned to Contractor upon completion of all tests. The Government will provide all test loads. The Contractor shall be responsible for loading and unloading all test loads and performing all inspections and tests. The Contractor and the 734th AMS shall provide a knowledgeable and authoritative representative on site during the entire acceptance tests.

4.2. ACCEPTANCE TESTS

Three tests must be successfully completed prior to the

Government accepting the system. These tests are the system checkout test, the quality conformance test, and the reliability demonstration test.

4.2.1. SYSTEM CHECKOUT TEST

Upon completion of installation, the Contractor using loads of the type specified herein and in the appendices shall check out the system. The Contractor shall inspect the system to assure that the system meets all the requirements of 4.3.1. The

Contractor shall also test the system in accordance with the test defined in 4.3.2. All inspections and tests shall be repeated until all modifications and/or adjustments are complete and the system passes all inspections and tests. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer written certification that the system has passed the requirements of this paragraph.

The COTR will schedule the quality conformance test to start within 10 days following the receipt of the written certification from the Contractor.

4.2.2. QUALITY CONFORMANCE TEST

As part of the quality conformance test, the Contractor shall provide written certification that the requirements listed in

4.3.3. have been met. This certification is required on or before the start of the quality conformance test. The

Contractor, in the presence of the COTR, shall inspect the system to confirm that the system meets all the requirements of

4.3.1. The Contractor, in the presence of the COTR, shall also test the system in accordance with the test defined in 4.3.2.

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Upon successful completion of all tests and inspections and the receipt of all certifications, the reliability demonstration shall start.

4.2.3. RELIABILITY DEMONSTRATION TEST

After successful completion of the quality conformance test, the system will be used for 30 calendar days. If the system fails during this time, the Contractor shall take corrective action and restart the test from the beginning. The Contractor shall be allowed to restart the reliability demonstration test a maximum of 2 times. If the system fails to pass the reliability demonstration within 3 attempts, then the system shall be rejected.

4.3. INSPECTIONS, TESTS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

This section defines all inspections and tests that must be completed as part of the system checkout test and repeated at the quality conformance test. This section also includes a list of all certifications that must be received from the Contractor on or before the start of the quality conformance test. The

Contractor may add to this list, or question any requirement, by sending a letter to the Contracting Officer prior to the acceptance tests. The COTR will classify all deficiencies encountered into one of the defect classifications listed below.

Any critical or major defect found shall be cause for rejection of the system. Any combination of two or more minor defects shall leave the rejection of the system at the discretion of the

COTR.

Critical Defect - A defect that judgment and experience indicate is likely to result in hazardous or unsafe conditions for individuals using, maintaining, working near, or depending upon the equipment.

Major Defect - A defect other than critical that is likely to result in failure, or reduce materially the system for its intended purpose.

Minor Defect - A defect that is not likely to reduce materially the usability of the system for its intended purpose, or is a departure from established standards having little bearing on the effective use or operation of the system.

4.3.1. INSPECTIONS

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The system shall be inspected to verify that it meets all the requirements of sections 1, 2, and 3 of the cover purchase description (and associate appendices, if applicable). These inspections shall be completed as part of the system checkout test and again as a part of the quality conformance test.

4.3.2. TESTS

The tests in associated appendices shall be performed on the system as part of the system checkout test and again as a part of the quality conformance test.

No. Paragraph Tests

1. 3.3.3.1. The finish coat shall be a smooth, even surface, free from runs, sags, and defects when dry. Welded surfaces shall be cleaned and painted after the welding process is complete.

Touch up paint shall be applied where necessary.

2. 3.3.7. A corrosion resistant metal nameplate shall be provided and installed for each component.

4.3.3. CERTIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall provide certification that the following requirements (and the certification requirements of associated appendices) have been met in accordance with the Contract Data

Requirements List.

No. Paragraph Certifications

1. 3.3.1.1. The system was designed, fabricated, and installed to facilitate maintainability and ensure a minimum service life of 15 years.

2. 3.3.1.7. The system was designed to withstand seismic conditions in accordance with UFC 3-301-01.

3. 3.3.1.10.1. The system installation practices and completed system meet all applicable requirements of OSHA

29 CFR 1910 and OSHA 29 CFR 1926.

4. 3.3.1.10.2. Guards are in accordance with ANSI B11.19.

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5. 3.3.2.1. The structural steel components meet all design property requirements of AISC 360.

6. 3.3.2.2. All structural joints are in accordance with

AISC 360.

7. 3.3.2.3. Anchors meet the requirements of ASTM A307.

8. 3.3.3.2. Plating complies with ASTM B633, Service

Condition 1, Type I.

9. 3.3.3.3. All metal surfaces to be galvanized were thoroughly cleaned to provide smooth surfaces and comply with ASTM A153 and ASTM A123.

10. 3.3.4. Dimensional tolerances for welded construction, details of welds, and quality of welds are in accordance with the applicable requirements of

AWS B2.1, AWS D1.1 and AWS D14.1.

11. 3.3.4.2. Each welder, welding operator, and tack welder assigned to work on this system was qualified in accordance with the applicable requirements of AWS B2.1, AWS D1.1, and AWS D14.1.

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TECHNICAL PURCHASE QUESTIONNAIRE

FOR

JB Charleston – Cover PD TPQ – Page 1 of 2

COVER PURCHASE DESCRIPTION

Solicitation Number: FA8604- -R-

Project Title: Conveyor System

Base: JB Charleston, SC CSN: BCH105

Cover PD, 18 November 2022

The Offeror shall complete this questionnaire. All entries to this questionnaire shall be typed. The questionnaire will be used to determine the Offeror's understanding of the requirements and acceptability of the proposed equipment.

Please attach any exceptions to the Purchase Description as detailed below.

No. Paragraph Characteristics

1. Will all the requirements specified in the

Cover Purchase Description be complied with as written, with exception taken only to those items indicated on the attached exception sheet?

YES NO

2. 3.1. Will two individual conveyor systems, each as shown on AF Drawing BCH105-01, one in Building

2194 and one in Building 2196 be provided?

3. 3.3.1.12. Will all system components be grounded as specified?

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EXCEPTIONS

Attach any exceptions taken to the Purchase Description

Appendix. Please outline those concerns in detail. Your exceptions will be reviewed to determine acceptability.

Are exceptions taken? YES NO

Number of pages attached: ____________________________________

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