Small Stitcher SOW.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

PRODUCTION STITCHER

DLA/DS facilities have a requirement to obtain paper stitchers to be used for binding a variety of books, manuals and documents of various thicknesses & sizes.

The device must be sturdy enough to withstand heavy usage, up to 12 consecutive hours or more. The maximum stitching speed cannot be less than 185 stitches per minute. The stitcher must have the capability to bind books that are between 1/8” and 1” thick using #18 x #20 flat wire. Work table is required and a minimum size of 9” x 20”. Clinching mechanism must be easily adjustable. For safety purposes it is necessary that the stitcher have an interlocking safety guard for which the device will only work when the guard is in place. The stitcher must have a bolt-type clutch or equivalent type that will require minimum maintenance.

Vendor must respond to all service calls within 3 hours to discuss the service problem and provided time of arrival. Under normal conditions the technician will be required on site within 8 business hours of initial call to conduct service or repair. A 4-6 business hour arrival time may be necessary in the event of an emergency. This will be a rare case. Parts must be available & obtainable and on site no more than16 business hours after arrival of technician. Normal hours of service will be 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

The stitcher must be delivered and installed within 45 days of award unless postponed by DLA/Document Services representative. Shipping, set-up and training costs are to be included with the purchase of stitcher. Date of training should be established within 10 days after installation of equipment unless delay is accepted or initiated by DLA/Document Services representative. Training should be a minimum of 4 hours.

Instructor may conduct training for up to 10 operators. Safety guidelines are to be included with training.

Paper Stitcher Requirements Heavy Duty Floor Model Capable of stitching books/manuals 1/8” to 1” Interlocking safety guard Will only operate when safety guard is in place Easily adjustable clinching mechanism Can withstand constant usage up to 12 hours or more Cost to include shipping, delivery, set-up, & training Capable of Stitching up to 185 stitches per minute 9” x 20” flat table with gauges Bolt type clutch Foot pedal

*Stitcher procured should meet same specifications as S3A 1 1/8” example provided.