GSA_QMAE-BD-160001-D_Post_1st_AutoBid_Spec_Changes_12_16_2016.pdf

POST 1ST AUTOBID SPECIFICATION CHANGES FOR 2017

Minimum Requirements Changes -

520 – Requirement for dust shields will be removed

581- Diesel fuel minimum changed from 70 gallons down to 65 gallons

583- Diesel fuel minimum changed from 70 gallons down to 65 gallons

734 - Diesel fuel minimum changed from 70 gallons down to 65 gallons

735 - Diesel fuel minimum changed from 70 gallons down to 65 gallons

971- Diesel fuel minimum changed from 28 gallons down to 26 gallons

972- Diesel fuel minimum changed from 28 gallons down to 26 gallons

978- Diesel fuel minimum changed from 28 gallons down to 26 gallons

Optional Equipment Changes -

833A – Option B14 added

833A – Option SAR added

474 – Option AM6 added

571 – Option AM6 added

484 – Option AM6 added

581 – Option AM6 added

General statements –

GSA will not allow mixing of steel and aluminum wheels on the same axle end. If this method must be used to provide aluminum wheels the aluminum options must be marked as Not Available.

GSA will not allow aluminum wheels that do not meet the requirements of option ALW unless one the following situations exists: a plain aluminum wheel must be provided as part of an axle GAWR increase on a truck normally furnished with steel wheels as standard or by option DTSW. A plain aluminum wheel can be furnished as an unrequested upgrade for the spare tire options which require a steel wheel as standard.

In cases where the wheel diameter and/or other aspects of the wheel create a situation where the wheel manufacturer does not offer anything more than a polished surface, GSA will accept the deviation from the required surface treatments. These circumstances must be added to the OEM Clarifications in order to be acceptable upon inspection.

Specification changes-

3.4.9 AXLES

Axle ratings shall be at least equal to the load imposed on each axle, measured at the ground, with the vehicle loaded to specified GVW. The wheel bearings and axle spindles shall be oil lubricated or of a unitized, lifetime sealed no-maintenance design for non-powered axles. For oil filled hubs, a window shall be provided for visual determination of oil level and provisions for venting or withstanding internal pressure buildup and for replenishing the oil supply shall be provided. Powered front axles can be have serviceable grease packed hub bearings when oil filled or no-maintenance types are not available.

ALW ALUMINUM WHEELS - requires front and rear hub piloted inner and outer ALCOA Dura-Bright or AccuRide Accu-Shield aluminum wheels, applicable mounting nuts, bright-finish center caps, and bright-finish nut covers to be furnished ILO the standard steel disc assemblies. Alternative finishes such as ALCOA EVO or AccuRide Accu Armor can be used when the DuraBright and Accu-Sheild finishes are not available from the wheel manufacturer on the wheel size required. When no protective surface treatment is available from the wheel manufacturer for a specific application due to rim size, offset, etc., a polished surface can be furnished. This option does not include the lift axles. Option AWLA must be selected for complementary wheels on all lift axle options.

TSAF TIRE-SPARE ASSEMBLY-FRONT AXLE-SHIPPED LOOSE - requires an inflated spare wheel/tire assembly, identical to the front tires, shipped loose.

The wheel shall be steel or aluminum at the discretion of the vendor.

Aluminum wheels when furnished are not required to meet the surface treatments of option ALW. Tire assembly shall be temporarily secured in or on the vehicle for delivery to prevent damaging the tire assembly or the vehicle. When a wide single/floatation front tire is required by equipment selection, this option is not available.

TSAR TIRE-SPARE ASSEMBLY-REAR AXLE-SHIPPED LOOSE - requires an inflated spare wheel/tire assembly, identical to the rear tires, shipped loose.

The wheel shall be steel or aluminum at the discretion of the vendor.

Aluminum wheels when furnished are not required to meet the surface treatments of option ALW. Tire assembly shall be temporarily secured in or on the vehicle for delivery to prevent damaging the tire assembly or the vehicle.

TSCF TIRE-SPARE ASSEMBLY AND CARRIER-FRONT AXLE - requires an inflated spare wheel/tire assembly, identical to the front tires, furnished in a readily accessible carrier, located as to not protrude beyond the body and attached to the chassis. The tire must be positioned horizontal to the ground. The wheel shall be steel or aluminum at the discretion of the vendor. Aluminum wheels when furnished are not required to meet the surface treatments of option ALW.

When a wide single/floatation front tire is required by equipment selection, this option is not available.

TSCR TIRE-SPARE ASSEMBLY AND CARRIER-REAR AXLE - requires an inflated spare wheel/tire assembly, identical to the rear tires, furnished in a readily accessible carrier, located as to not protrude beyond the body and attached to the chassis. The tire must be positioned horizontal to the ground. The wheel shall be steel or aluminum at the discretion of the vendor. Aluminum wheels when furnished are not required to meet the surface treatments of option ALW.