5180-01-483-1431 RFQ 09.12.doc

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

RFQ-5180-01-483-1431

September 12, 2012 United States of America

GSA Global Supply

1500 E. Bannister Road

Kansas City, Missouri 64131

Phone: (816) 926-3582 Email: katie.norton@gsa.gov FOR INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Katie Norton Please submit your response by close of business Friday, September 14, 2012 via the above email.

Important: This is a request for quotations, and quotations furnished are not offers. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation, or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return.

Please review the attached item purchase description(s).

Delivery shall be FOB Destination.

Shipment time ____________________ARO (After receipt of order)

Price is valid through ____________________________ Vendor’s Minimum Order Amount, if any:___________________ Business size: Large _______ or Small ________

Vendor’s DUNS Number: ____________________________________ Name & address of vendor and signature of quoter:

Name:_____________________________________________________

Address:___________________________________________________

City:_________________________________ State:________________

Telephone: _____________________________FAX: _________________ Print name:___________________________________________________ Signature:____________________________________ Date:_________

PLEASE NOTE: Effective October 1, 2003 all vendors seeking to do business with the Federal Government are required to register with the Central Contract Registration at www.ccr.gov. If you are not registered and are not willing to register we will not be able make an award to your firm.

Return pages 1-14. Failure to return these pages will result in your quote being removed from consideration.

Please provide pricing for the following NSN(s). See description(s) below.

NSN

5180-01-483-1431

5180-01-483-1431 Ver.: 13 UI: KT

TOOL KIT, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT MAINT. AND REPAIR, REPAIRMANS:

DESCRIPTION

In accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B107.48 as contained in ASME B107.410-2008; this document incorporates and includes the revisions of primary standard B107.43, B107.44, B107.46, B107.48, B107.49, B107.50, B107.52 and B107.59

In addition to the list of components:

Case: Hardigg 3627-1505 Standard Configurable Case

Case color: olive drab-green

Features: standard zinc hardware, compartmented insert to secure component tools

Hardigg Industries, Inc. part number AL3627-1505-16045-200-000043 or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

Socket Wrench Set:

The set shall be 3/8 inch drive and contain one each of the following components.

1. 8 point; Wrenching size: 1/4, 5/16 and 3/8 inch

2. 12 point, regular length; Wrenching size: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 13/16, and 7/8 inch

3. 12 point, long length, Wrenching size: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 13/16, and 7/8 inch

4. 12 point, Wrenching size: 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8 and 3/4 inch

5. reversible ratchet

6. extensions, Sizes: 3, 6, and 12 inch

7. hinged handle, Length: 7-7/8 inch

8. universal joint

9. speed handle

10. Case

W.W. Grainger Part Number 5C859 or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

Drift Punch Set

Type II: Punches

Class 4 Drift or Lining-up: punch used for aligning and sizing holes in metal and otehr materials

Component Quantity: 5 pieces

Component Supplied Punch Set:

Long Tapered Drift - point size: 3/32 inch; hex size: 1/4 inch; length: 8 inch

Drift Punch - point size: 1/8 inch; hex size: 5/16 inch; length: 8 inch

Drift Punch - point size: 3/16 inch; hex size: 3/8 inch; length: 12 inch

Drift Punch - point size: 1/4 inch; hex size: 1/2 inch; length: 14 inch

Long Tapered Drift - point size: 5/16 inch; hex size: 5/8 inch; length: 16 inch

Case Included: Furnished in vinyl kit bag

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1 and T6.1

List of Components of 5180-01-483-1431:

1. 4240-01-477-5380 Qty: 1 UI: EA

GOGGLES, INDUSTRIAL:

DESCRIPTION

Protective goggle, frame type perforated, regular clear lens, anti-fog, lens coating impact with rubber strap.

W. W. Grainger Part Number: 1VT68 or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

2. 5110-00-247-2565 Qty: 1 UI: EA

FILE SET, HAND:

DESCRIPTION

Type: File Set, Hand

Container Type: Roll

Pattern Type: Swiss

File Quantity: 12

File Characteristics: Contains 1 ea barrette, equaling, flat, marking, joint, knife, half round, round, slitting, square, three square and crossing needle files; 5-1/2 inches Long; No. 2 cut.

3. 5110-01-428-5422 Qty: 1 UI: EA

SAW, HAND, METAL-CUTTING:

DESCRIPTION

Type: Saw,Hand,Metal Cutting

Blade Lengths: 10 inches min. and 12 inches max.

Throat Depth: 3-7/8 inches or 98mm

Features Provided: Adjustable frame and tubular frame

Special Features: Cast handle; 4 cutting positions; holding compartment for extra blades

Material: Steel frame

Furnished Item: 10 inches (255 mm) standard carbon steel blade

Style Designator: Closed grip handle hacksaw

4. 5120-01-482-7617 Qty: 1 UI: SE

WRENCH SET, COMBINATION

DESCRIPTION

Type II: Wrenches

Class 4: Combination, box and open end

Style A: Regular length

Set includes 15 wrenches in the following sizes: 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 13/16, 7/8, 15/16, 1, 1-1/16, 1-1/8, 1-1/4 inches

Wrenching Surface Shape: 12 point configuration

Material: Steel

Surface Treatment: Chromium, Satin Finish

Features Included: Industrial Vinyl roll

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.1 and T2.2

5. 5120-00-293-3485 Qty: 1 UI: EA

PLIERS

DESCRIPTION

Type VII: Fence

Single Head

Nominal size: 10 inches

Cushion grip handles

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.3

6. 5120-01-067-5016 Qty: 1 UI: SE

WRENCH SET, BOX & OPEN END, COMBINATION:

DESCRIPTION

The set shall consist of fifteen (15) wrenches and a container.

Combination wrench, open end, and 15 degree offset box opening

Type: I (Regular length).

Wrenching Surface Shape: Open end (Oval), Box end (12-point, double hexagon).

Finish: Chromium.

Wrenching Sizes: 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 30, and 32mm.

Feature: Each wrench shall be equal to or longer in length than the next smaller wrenching size wrench within the set.

Container: Wrenches shall be furnished in a roll or wrap with individual pockets for each wrench.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.2, T2.3 and T2.4

7. 5120-01-335-2269 Qty: 1 UI: SE

EXTRACTOR SET, SCREW:

DESCRIPTION

Designed to remove broken studs, bolts, socket screws and fittings. Aggressive left hand spiral design for extra gripping power. Spiral flutes are designed to embed themselves deeper into the metal as you turn the tool, so as the fastener resistance increases, the extractor's grip increases. Extractor size and recommended drill bit size are etched on each tool.

Furnished Items: Plastic Pouch

Component Quantity: 6

Contains spiral flute extractors size 1 thru 6; square shanks.

8. 5120-01-336-5476 Qty: 1 UI: EA

WRENCH, , PIPE:

DESCRIPTION

Style designator: Straight jaw

Wrenching surface size: 2-1/2 inches

Overall length: 18 inches

Material: Aluminum handle

Wrenching surface shape: Oval single end internal

KIT COMPONENT 5180-01-483-1431

9. 5120-01-336-7771 Qty: 1 UI: EA

WRENCH, PLIER:

DESCRIPTION

Type I: Locking Pliers

Class 2: Curved Jaws

Style B: With Cutter

Overall length: 10 inches

Wrenching Surface Size: 1.875 inches maximum

Material: Steel

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.4

10. 5120-01-428-5093 Qty: 1 UI: EA

HAMMER, HAND:

DESCRIPTION

Style: Carpenter's nailing, curved-claw;

Head weight: 16 oz.

Overall length: 13-1/4 inches;

Head material: Steel;

Handle material: Graphite, flared handle end.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.5

11. 5120-01-430-4499 Qty: 1 UI: SE

WRENCH SET, SOCKET:

DESCRIPTION

Drive Surface Size: 3/8 inch

Wrenching Surface Shape: 12-point single end internal

Drive Surface Shape: Square single end internal

Surface Treatment: Chromium

Component Quantity: 20

Furnished Items: Metal box

Items and Quantities:

Sockets, double (12-point) hexagon, Regular length, wrenching sizes (14 pcs.) 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19mm

3 and 12 inch extensions; flex handle; speeder handle; ratchet; universal joint

Stanley Proto part number 52224

12. 5120-01-430-5070 Qty: 1 UI: EA

RIVETER, BLIND, HAND:

DESCRIPTION

Type: Riveter, Blind, Hand

Rivet sizes for which designated: 3/32, 1/8, 5/32 and 3/16 inch diameter rivets

Accessory components and quantity: 4 nosepieces and 200 assorted rivets

Handles: Vinyl grip furnished in a plastic case

Matco Tools NMTC Inc. Part Number: 200F/39001 or equal

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

13. 5120-01-430-6552 Qty: 1 UI: EA

WRENCH, ADJUSTABLE:

DESCRIPTION

Type 2: Wide openings

Style: Open end single head rack and worm adjustment

Wrenching Surface Size: 1-5/16 inches

Wrenching Surface Shape: Oval

Surface Treatment: Chromium

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.7

14. 5120-00-851-4247 Qty: 1 UI: SE

SCREWDRIVER BIT SET AND HANDLE

DESCRIPTION

Type: Screwdriver Bit Set and Handle

Handle Type: Straight

Component Quantity: 11

Container Type: Case (Plastic, Metal or Roll)

Bit Size and Quantity: Hex Blades size 0.050, 1/16, 5/64, 3/32, 7/64,1/8, 9/64, 5/32 and 3/16 inches

Features Provided: Includes Blade Extension Non-Ratcheting

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): TE.6

15. 5120-01-477-4762 Qty: 1 UI: EA

VISE, MACHINIST'S

DESCRIPTION

Jaw opening - 2-5/8 inches, jaw width - 3 inches. V-groove jaws with slide-on rubber jaws for fragile work; vice grips firmly to glass, metal, Formica, fiberglass, or any smooth, non-porous surface with quick lever action; universal ball joint swivels 360 degrees to any position and tilts 90 degrees to any angle; material - steel.

Grainger Part Number - 3ZH06 or General Hardware Mfg. Co. Part Number - 1850.

16. 5120-01-478-6295 Qty: 1 UI: SE

PUNCH SET, CENTER, SOLID:

DESCRIPTION

Contains 5 Round Punches; overall length: 3 inches to 4 inches. Diameter point sizes: 1/16, 5/64, 3/32, 1/8, and 5/32 inch.

17. 5130-01-448-6702 Qty: 1 UI: EA

SANDER, DISC, ELECTRIC, PORTABLE:

DESCRIPTION

Pad diameter: 5 inches;

Drive method: Electric motor;

Current type: AC;

Voltage: 120 volts;

Hertz frequency: 60.0

Phase: Single;

Special features: Palm grip; random orbital; 3 AMP; 12,000 OPM; pressure sensitive adhesive pad; dust sealed switch; double insulated, and dust bag with vacuum adapter.

Black & Decker Inc. (Dewalt) P/N D26450 or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

18. 5130-01-459-6060 Qty: 1 UI: EA

DRILL-DRIVER, ELECTRIC, PORTABLE:

DESCRIPTION

Drill-Driver, Electric, Portable

Current type: Direct Current (DC);

Voltage rating: 18 volts;

Drive design: Straight;

Drive end type: Keyless jaw chuck;

Speed adjustment: Variable speed;

Handle style: Pistol grip;

Size designator: 1/2 inch;

No load speed in RPM: 1500 RPM

Maximum torque: 400 inch-pounds maximum torque

Accessory components and quantity: (2) 18 volt batteries; (1) battery charger; (1) screwdriver bit, double ended, No. 2 Phillips and slotted tip; (1) 360 degree side handle; (1) plastic case; keyless ratcheting chuck.

Special features: Cordless, reversible, three (2) speed ranges 0 to 450/ 0 to 1500 RPM.

Black & Decker/ Dewalt P/N DW959K-2 or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

19. 5133-01-478-7706 Qty: 1 UI: SE

DRILL SET, TWIST:

DESCRIPTION

Set includes 29 pieces

Sizes 1/16 to 1/2 inches in 1/64 inch increments

Jobbers length

Point angle: 118 degrees

Surface treatment: Black phosphate, industrial finish.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T1.8, T2.1 and T3.2

20. 5210-00-178-4227 Qty: 1 UI: EA

TAPE, MEASURING

DESCRIPTION

Type: General purpose distance measuring.

Standard Graduation Units: Inches and feet.

Measuring Capacity: 100 feet.

Tape Width: 3/8".

Tape Smallest Graduation: 1/8".

Reading Direction: Left to right.

End Type: Nonbutt.

Material: Steel.

Winding Method: Hand crank.

Special Features: High visibility yellow blade. Orange case.

Cooper Tools Lufkin Division part number 100L or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

21. 5210-01-477-3834 Qty: 1 UI: EA

CALIPER, VERNIER:

DESCRIPTION

Type: vernier

Measurement System: english and metric

Outside Measurement Range: 0.00 to 8.00 inch/0.0 to 200.0 mm

Inside Measurement Range: 0.00 to 8.00 inch/0.0 to 200.0 mm

Vernier Graduation Unit: 0.001 inch/0.020 mm

Jaw Depth: 2 inch, maximum; 1.75 inch, minimum

Vernier Scale Usage Location: inside and outside

Vernier Scale Location: front

Carrying Case: provided, form fitted

Surface Condition: satin finish

Material: stainless steel

Features: locking screw for sliding jaw, black indicated graduations, depth measuring rod

Fred V. Fowler part number 52-058-008, LS Starrett part number 125MEA-8/200, or equal.

Offering on:

Manufacturer's Name: ______________________________

Brand __________________________________________

Model or Part No. __________________________________

Table of product attributes included? ( Y / N ) ___________

22. 7910-01-477-3836 Qty: 1 UI: EA

CLEANER, VACUUM, ELECTRIC:

DESCRIPTION

CLEANER, VACUUM, ELECTRIC: Shall be a lightweight portable, dry pick-up only, hand vac designed for general pick up of dirt, dust, and litter; Suitable for use in hard-to-reach spaces; Includes adjustable shoulder strap, removable soft-snout with wide mouth for direct cleaning, 1-1/4 inch diameter x 3 ft. hose, utility nozzle, crevice tool, and filter bag; Features an 18 ft. 3-conductor power cord; Approximate dimensions 8 high x 9-3/4 wide x 16-1/2 long.

Peak HP

1.5

Amps

6.8

Volts

Hz

Static pressure- 52 in.

CFM

Tank orifice 1-1/4

Unit of issue is 1 each (EA)

PRODUCT CONFORMANCE. The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this description, conform to the producer's own drawings, standards, and quality assurance practices and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

POSSIBLE SOURCE:

Grainger Industrial Supply, Part Number 4Z906.

23. 7920-01-479-0198 Qty: 1 UI: EA

BRUSH, WIRE, SCRATCH:

DESCRIPTION

BRUSH, WIRE, SCRATCH: BRUSH, WIRE, SCRATCH: Shall be in accordance with the following characteristics:

Brush material. Stainless steel wire

Handle. 10 inch shoe wood

Trim Length. 1-3/16 inch

Number of Rows. 4x16

Workmanship. The brushes shall function smoothly for the purpose intended. Handles shall be free of cracks or chips. No defects that affect appearance, function or serviceability shall be permitted.

Unit of issue - EA (One (1) each).

PRODUCT CONFORMANCE: The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this description, conform to the producer's own specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

POSSIBLE SOURCES:

P/N: 3A335

W.W. GRAINGER, Inc.

5831 Buckeystown Pike

Frederick, MD 21704-7257

P/N: 44064

WEILER CORP.

1 WILDWOOD DR.

CRESCO, PA 18326

570.595.7495

End of 5180-01-483-1431 Components List

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL DOCUMENT

T1.1 In accordance with Society of Automotive Engineers Aerospace

Standard AS954G, Wrenches, Hand Twelve Point High Strength, Thin Wall, dated 2011

Exception to AS954G dated 2011:

Exception: Paragraph 3.7 Test Proof Loads, the following requirement shall be incorporated:

Torque shall be applied with a suitable torque producing machine. Torque shall be applied at a speed of 15 deg/min to 30deg/min until proof load value is achieved; test load shall be held for 10 seconds, then torque shall be released. This proof load test shall be performed in the clockwise and counter clockwise direction. .

Applies to item(s): 4 T1.2 In accordance with ASME B107.100-2002, Wrenches.

Incorporating ASME B107.6, ASME B107.9, ASME B107.39 and ASME B107.40

Applies to item(s): 6 T1.3 In accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B107.20 as contained in ASME B107.500-2010; this document incorporates and includes the revisions of primary standard B107.11, B107.13, B107.16, B107.18, B107.19, B107.20, B107.22, B107.23, B107.24, B107.25, B107.27 and B107.37.

Applies to item(s): 5 T1.4 In accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B107.24 as contained in ASME B107.500-2010; this document incorporates and includes the revisions of primary standard B107.11, B107.13, B107.16, B107.18, B107.19, B107.20, B107.22, B107.23, B107.24, B107.25, B107.27 and B107.37.

Applies to item(s): 9 T1.5 In accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B107.41 as contained in ASME B107.400-2008; this document incorporates and includes the revisions of primary standard B107.41, B107.42, B107.53, B107.54, B107.56, and B107.58

Applies to item(s): 10 T1.7 In accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B107.8 as contained in ASME B107.100-2010; this document incorporates and includes the revisions of primary standard B107.6, B107.8, B107.9, B107.21, B107.39, B107.40, and B107.66.

Applies to item(s): 13 T1.8 In accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B94.11M-1993.

Applies to item(s): 19

EXCEPTION(S) TO TECHNICAL DOCUMENT

T2.1 Add the following requirements to ASME B94.11M:

The twist drill flute and shank hardness shall be as follows:

Flute Hardness.

Drills 5/64 inch and smaller shall have a flute hardness from the drill point to 75 percent or more of the flute length shall be Knoop microhardness 799-870. Drills larger than 5/64 inch shall have a flute hardness from the drill point to 75 percent or more of the flute length shall be 63-66 HRc.

Shank hardness.

Straight shank and Morse shank Drills: Drills 1/2 inch and smaller shall have a shank hardness between the mid-point of the shank and the end of the shank shall be 18-45 HRc. Drills over 1/2 inch shall have a shank hardness between the mid-point of the shank and the end shall be 80 HRb greater.

Straight shank drills 6 inch or longer overall length: Shank hardness from the end of the flute run out to within 1 inch of the shank end shall be spring tempered to 30 HRc or greater.

Hardness testing.

When testing is required, hardness testing will be performed in accordance with the current version of ASTM E18 or ASTM E384, as applicable.

Applies to item(s) : 19 T2.2 Coatings: Shall be in accordance with SAE AS4984-2011; Coating Requirements for Aerospace Hand Tools.

Applies to item(s) : 4 T2.3 Alternative coatings may be used and shall be in accordance with Coating Requirements for Aerospace Hand Tools, SAE AS4984 Issued 1999-05.

Applies to item(s) : 6 T2.4 The wrenching surface shall be 12 point (Double Hexagon).

The internal wrench design of all sockets, boxed box wrenches, torque adaptors, shall be so configured that when mated with 12-point fasteners conforming to the requirements of AS870, they transmit torque to the fastener without bearing on the outer 5% of the fastener's wrenching points.

Applies to item(s) : 6

ITEM MARKING

T3.1 Each item Shall Be Marked in a Permanent and Legible Manner with:

1) Manufacturer's Part Number

2) Manufacturer's Name or Identifying Symbol, and

3) Country of Origin

Each Package including the unit, single, intermediate, and exterior container must be labeled with the requisition number or Transportation Control Number (TCN). Requisition Number and TCN are found on the Purchase Order.

Applies to item(s) : main kit/set T3.2 Each drill size shall be marked in a plain and permanent manner with the manufacturer's name, or with a trademark of such known character that the type of manufacture may be readily determined by the name, abbreviation, or commercial industry classification. Marking requirements for Standard size - 1/8 inch, Metric size - 3.18mm and Wire Gage size - 31 diameter and smaller are not required.

Applies to item(s) : 19

PACKAGING

T4.1 One (1) item shall be preserved and packaged in a unit package designed to protect the item against damage during shipment, handling, and storage.

Applies to item(s) : main kit/set

MARKING

T6.1 All unit, intermediate, transport packages and unit loads shall be marked and bar coded for delivery to the GSA DEPOT and MILITARY ACTIVITIES shall be in accordance with the latest version of MIL-STD-129, "Military Marking For Shipment and Storage". "Latest version" is defined as the version in effect on the date of bid submittal. Federal Standards and Military Standards can be accessed on-line via the Defense Logistics Agency's "Assist" Quicksearch web site:

http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/

NOTICE: All Pallets transported / Shipped to the GSA Depot MUST be HEAT TREATED and marked IAW IIPC

Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp Location). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it.

Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel.

Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein.

Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified.

Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel.

Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries, GSA Depots and DLA Consolidated Shipping Points that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines are found at the website given below. General Services Administration Acquisition Manual (GSAM) Clause 552.211-89 requires non-manufactured wood pallets and other non-manufactured wood packaging material used to pack items for delivery to or through IPPC countries be marked and properly treated in accordance with IPPC guidelines. Pallets and packing material shipped to FAS distribution facilities designated for possible delivery to the countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines will comply with DLAD 47.305-1, and MIL-STD-2073-1.

http://www.aphis.usda.gov/import_export/plants/plant_exports/wpm/country/index.shtml

UNIT PACKAGES:

The unit packages shall be packed in a close fitting fiberboard box in compliance with the Uniform Freight Classification and the National Motor Freight Classification requirements of Rules, Item 222, Sec. 3., Minimum 200 psi, or Edge Crush Test (ECT) 32 Lbs. per Inch Width.

Applies to item(s) : main kit/set

ENVIRONMENTAL FIELDS

TE.6. PRIME

Packaging for this product is compliant with the U.S. Navy "Plastics Removal in the Marine Environment (PRIME)" program which calls for non-plastic packaging, packing, and associated marking requirements. The definition of plastic shall be in accordance with that given in ASTM D883-00, "Standard Terminology Related to Plastics".

Applies to item(s): 14 � EMBED Word.Picture.8 ���

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