SPECS-Aluminum Heat Treat Furnaces.pdf

SPECIFICATION Sheet

(SPECS)

For

Aluminum Heat Treat

Furnace

Mountain Home AFB (MHAFB), ID

12 Mar 2025

1. GENERAL. The contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, supervision, management, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, materials, transportation, shipping & delivery, and all other items and services necessary in order to provide Two (2) pneumatic Aluminum Heat Treat

Furnaces to include installation and onsite training of Government personnel on all equipment for use at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with this

SPECIFICATIONS Sheet (SPECS), all applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations, manufacturer’s specifications, and commercial practices.

1.2. Publications. The contractor shall perform all work associated with this requirement detailed within this SPECS, in accordance with the applicable publications below. The latest editions of the following publications and standards shall apply:

1.2.1. 29 CFR 1910 - Occupational Safety and Health Standard (OSHA).

1.2.2. NEMA ICS-1 - Standards for Industrial Controls

1.2.3. Industrial Control Devices, Controllers and Assemblies

1.2.4. NEMA ICS-6 - Enclosures for Industrial Controls

1.2.5. NFPA 86 - Standard for Ovens and Furnaces 2019 Edition

1.2.6. NFPA 79 - Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery.

1.2.7. AMS 2750E - Pyrometry

1.2.8. AMS 2770N - Heat Treatment of Wrought Aluminum Alloy Parts

1.3. Delivery & Hours. The governments requested delivery of Item(s) is Thirty (30) Days after

Contract award. The Contractor shall deliver the units to:

Crash Recovery Section

865 Alpine St Suite 105, Mountain

Home AFB ID, 83648

Installation, Testing, and Training. After Delivery, the contractor shall perform Installation, Testing and training within 30 Days after the date of delivery. Available hours for work to be performed on-site are between Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:30 pm (local) time (MST).

These are the “normal” hours of operation. Weekends or holidays shall not be counted as a business day.

1.3.1. Holidays. The contractor shall not be required to provide normal services/work during federal holidays. Federal holidays are defined as follows:

New Year’s Day Juneteenth Veteran’s Day

Martin Luther King’s Birthday Independence Day (July 4th) Thanksgiving Day

President’s Day Labor Day Christmas Day

Memorial Day Columbus Day

NOTE: Holidays occurring on Saturday will be observed the preceding Friday. Those occurring on Sunday will be observed the following Monday.

2. ALUMINIUM HEAT TREAT FURNACE MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS & SCOPE

OF WORK. The two (2) Aluminum Heat Treat Furnaces must (at a minimum) comply with the following salient characteristics:

2.1. MINIMUM SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS.

2.1.1. Dual chambers, both capable of 200-1100 degrees Fahrenheit temperature continuous operation.

2.1.2. Stainless-steel rollaway water quench tank.

2.1.3. Furnace temperature controller and temperature recorder sufficient to meet the annotated specifications while operating both chambers independently.

2.1.4. Quench delay timing system.

2.1.5. All consumables (thermocouples, recommend spares, etc.) and replacement items necessary to operate the system for one year. All supplied thermocouples must be certified to special limits of error as per AMS-2750E and include certificates – traceable to NIST covering the necessary temperature ranges.

2.1.6. An emergency compressed air shutoff valve with air hoses using band-it clamps.

2.1.7. Electric power disconnect switch with all equipment utilizing surge protection.

2.1.8. Electric power meter using KWH for electricity readout.

2.1.9. Internal Temperature Uniformity Survey to allow for accurate temperature measurement and validation, ensuring consistent heat treatment results.

2.1.10. The contractor shall provide three (3) sets of the following documentation in the English language: Operators, programming, electrical maintenance, mechanical maintenance, parts lists, electrical schematics and ladder logic diagrams.

2.1.11. For all internal software and firmware, the contractor shall provide a copy of system software and firmware on either a USB drive, CD, or electronic media storage for government future use to conduct future testing and system maintenance.

2.2. WARRANTY.

2.2.1. All components: 1 year

2.2.2. Labor: 1 year

2.3. INSTALLATION. After delivery of the units, the Contractor shall setup/install the

Aluminum Heat Treat Furnaces.

2.3.1. The Contractor shall install all requested equipment in accordance with (IAW) manufacturer’s specifications and publications and references in Para. 1.2.

2.3.2. The contractor shall install an emergency compressed air shutoff valve and shall be located about 4 feet above the floor in an approved location.

2.3.3. The contractor shall install an electric power disconnect switch which shall be located about 4 feet above the floor on the outside of the equipment in an easily accessible location. All machine mains for the system shall be routed through the electric disconnect switch. All equipment shall utilize surge protection provided by the contractor with approval.

2.3.4 The contractor shall install and put into operation an electric power meter to track power usage on the system. The readout for electricity usage shall be KWH.

2.3.5 The Contractor shall ensure proper operation of the installed Aluminum Heat Treat

Furnace.

2.3.6 Any equipment not functioning properly IAW manufacture’s specifications shall be diagnosed and repaired by the Contractor.

2.3.7. The Contractor shall clean any debris and trash that was caused from installation.

2.3.8. The Government will inspect facility for cleanliness prior to Contractor’s departure.

2.3.9. Any damage done to Government property by the Contractor shall be repaired by the

Contractor at the Contractor’s expense.

2.3.10. All NIST traceable calibration certifications, as well as documentation from all final inspection and acceptance testing shall be furnished to the government upon completion of the acceptance process.

2.4. TESTING.

2.4.1. All tests shall be performed with ambient conditions of 41 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit and

20 percent to 95 percent relative humidity. The government will be responsible for ensuring proper temperatures are met.

2.4.2. The furnace shall be subjected to the System Accuracy Tests (SAT) and Temperature

Uniformity Surveys (TUS) as required by listed publications in Para 1.2. All parameters tested shall conform to those standards and shall be in compliance with the necessary standards such that the furnace could be classified as a Class 1 furnace.

2.4.3. All instruments, programs, materials, and tools required to perform and evaluate these tests shall be furnished by the contractor. Any measuring instruments shall have evidence of calibration traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The test parameters used and results shall be printed and shall become the property of the Government.

2.4.4. While using one or more test set-ups devised by the contractor, a Furnace test program shall be run on the furnace to verify its ability to receive and perform all program functions without malfunction or error.

2.4.5. The performance tests require three parts. Part 1 shall be the Heat treatment of a coupon of

2024 Aluminum sheet to W temper. Part 2 shall be the heat treatment of a coupon of 7075

Aluminum sheet to W temper. Part 3 will require the aging of the 7075 coupon to a T76 temper.

These tempers will be verified via conductivity and hardness testing within 10 minutes of quenching for the initial W tempers and after aging for the T76 temper.

2.4.6. The Performance Test can be combined with the Program verification test at the contractor’s request.

2.4.7. Following completion of installation, the Contractor shall provide technical support if there are any issues either by telephone or in person.

2.5. TRAINING. All training shall be conducted on-site within 30 days after installation and during the hours listed in Para 1.3. The contractor shall provide training to four (4) government individuals over the following:

2.5.1. Government estimates approximately 36 Hours of training for:

a. Instruction and demonstration of both furnace operation and programming of the control unit, as well as use of unique features and/or accessories provided.

2.5.2. Government estimates one (1) day training sessions (per topic). If possible, the trainings can be combined in the same day for the following training topics:

a. System maintenance Course.

b. Calibration of the furnace and associated systems.

2.5.3. The Government will provide an adequate facility for any required classroom training as requested by the contractor.

2.5.4. The Contractor shall provide a Quality Control and Trainer certificate for each training course for each individual to certify operators are trained and authorized to heat treat Aluminum parts for aerospace applications. i.e. 1. Furnace operation, 2. System maintenance Course, 3.

Calibration of systems.

3. SECURITY, OPSEC, & ANTITERRORISM.

3.1. General. Contractor personnel employed under this contract shall meet the requirements of all security requirements addressed in this SPECS. The 366th FW Information Protection (IP) office will provide oversight as the Servicing Security Activity (SSA). Sponsoring Air Force organization will ensure Integrated Visitor Groups complete all necessary security training, i.e.

Information, Physical Security and Anti-Terrorism. The contractor shall ensure requirements for obtaining Contractor personnel security clearances/background checks, protecting Government property, safeguarding protected information/materials, and shielding Government AISs and non-automated information systems are met. The Contractor shall also perform in accordance with the Compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

3.2. Notification of Government Security Activity. Upon performance on the military installation, the contractor will notify the SSA and/or host unit security assistant (USA) 30 days prior to contractor operations. In the event the contract starts within 30 days, the contractor will need to notify the SSA within 72 hours of contract start. The contractor shall furnish the

SSA/host USA at the performance location all required information (identifying information for personnel working the contract, contract information, etc.).

3.3. Listing of Employees. The contractor shall maintain a listing of all employees performing work under this contract. The list shall be validated and signed by the Contracting Officer

Representative (COR), and provided to the Contracting Officer (CO), SSA and host unit supervision. The contractor shall update the list when employees move positions, are replaced, or upon request. The Contract Manager (CM) will also provide visit notification identifying all integrated personnel regardless of clearance level. The list shall include the employees’ Names, Location of Performance, and Security Clearance.

3.3.1. Contractor Removal. The CO may direct the removal of a contractor employee from this contract for reasons of security or misconduct. All contractor personnel are subject to Security

Forces jurisdiction and the authority of the installation commander while on USAF installations.

3.4. Contractor Integration. Contractor personnel will be integrated into individual host unit organizations as applicable to their respective functional position. The contractor will adhere to all wing and squadron level security policies and directives. Respective unit security assistants shall provide security administration, to include training and badging.

3.5. Security Support Provided by AF. Security support is provided by the AF to the contractor, including use of base destruction facilities, reproduction facilities, security badges, base visitor control, investigation of security incidents, base traffic regulations, the use of security forms and conducting inspections.

3.6. Pass and Identification Items. The Contractor shall ensure the pass and identification items required for contract performance are obtained for employees. Base identification badges will be furnished by the SSA and/or host USA for each contractor employee upon presentation of evidence of assignment. Other required badges will be furnished by the Government as necessary to complete task requirements.

3.6.1 Retrieving Identification Items. The Contractor shall retrieve all identification items from employees who depart for any reason before the contract expires, e.g. terminated for cause, retirement, etc.

3.7. Security Clearance/Background Check. When applicable all personnel performing on this PWS will have a security clearance/background check equivalent to the requirements listed in the contract. Personnel will complete the appropriate documentation (SF-85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions or SF-86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions) through

National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) website. Documentation of a completed/adjudicated application is required prior to issuance of a Common Access Card

(CAC).

3.8. Controlled Unclassified Information. The contractor shall comply with DoDI

5200.48_DAFI16-1403, Controlled Unclassified Information, for identification, protection, and training requirements of CUI. The contractor shall be responsible for training their personnel and accomplishment of the out-processing procedures identified in DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16-1403.

The contractor shall comply with DoDM 5400.07_AFMAN33-302, Freedom of Information Act

(FOIA) Program, requirements. Unclassified DoD information not approved for public release on non-DoD Information Systems will be protected IAW DoDI 8582.01, Security of Non-DoD

Information Systems Processing Unclassified Nonpublic DoD Information.

3.8.1. Foreign Disclosure. Due to the nature of the MHAFB mission, foreign integration and sensitivity of information and materials, the contractor will ensure all personnel are aware of and comply with foreign disclosure procedures. Release of CUI and Classified Military Information must be approved by the 366 FW Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO).

3.9. Operations Security (OPSEC). The contractor shall comply with 366 FW OPSEC requirements and countermeasures to protect critical information as defined in AFI 10-701, Operations Security. Contractors shall receive unit specific OPSEC briefing prior to the start of work. Briefing documentation must be completed by the respective unit OPSEC coordinator.

The unit OPSEC personnel will provide guidance on protecting critical information, training materials and other instructions as needed. The contractor will comply with the 366 FW OPSEC

Policy that imposes a 100% shred requirement of all government related paper products using

NSA approved devices only.

3.10. Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of

DoD personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.