SS Technical Specification - 40 Foot Shipping Containers.pdf

DWORSHAK DAM

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

40 FOOT, HIGH CUBE, SHIPPING CONTAINERS WITH SIDE ACCESS DOORS

1. SCOPE

The Contractor is required to supply two (2) new or one-trip 40-foot, high cube shipping containers with one (1) standard double rear end door and four (4) side access doors, suitable for secure storage. Delivery shall be in accordance with the specifications and shipping/delivery section below.

2. SUBMITTALS

The Offeror shall provide sufficient product information (e.g., brochures, cut sheets, options available and offered, etc.) for the Government to determine whether the product meets the salient requirements. Items in the documentation not related should be crossed or blackened out. A checklist of this specification alone will not be considered.

2.1. Pre-Award

The Offeror shall include the following submittals for review for technical acceptability:

2.1.1. Shop Drawings showing the following:

2.1.1.1. Outline dimensions

2.1.1.2. Lifting points

2.1.1.3. Weight

2.1.1.4. Door locations

2.1.2. Container Safety Convention (CSC) plate certification

2.1.3. Material certificates (steel, flooring, etc..)

2.1.4. Warranty information

2.2. Post-Award

The Contractor must provide the following documentation for approval prior to shipping:

2.2.1. Photos of the shipping containers being supplied to verify configuration and condition.

2.2.2. Water tightness test results.

3. 40 FOOT, HIGH CUBE, SHIPPING CONTAINERS WITH SIDE ACCESS DOORS (CLIN 0001)

3.1. Container Type and Dimensions

3.1.1. Type: 40' High Cube Shipping Container with Side Access Doors

3.1.2. External Length: 40 feet

3.1.3. External Width: 8 feet

3.1.4. External Height: 9 feet 6 inches

3.1.5. Internal Length: Approximately 39 feet 5 inches - Exact dimensions to be confirmed by

Contractor

3.1.6. Internal Width: Approximately 7 feet 8 inches - Exact dimensions to be confirmed by

Contractor

3.1.7. Internal Height: Approximately 8 feet 10 inches - Exact dimensions to be confirmed by

Contractor

3.1.8. Door Opening Dimensions

3.1.8.1. Door Opening Height: Approximately 8 feet 5 inches

3.1.9. Door Opening Width (Side Doors): 8 feet minimum

3.1.10. Tare Weight: Approximately 8,600 lbs - Exact weight to be confirmed by Contractor

3.1.11. Maximum Gross Weight: Approximately 67,200 lbs

3.1.12. Payload: 58,000 lbs minimum

3.1.13. Cubic Capacity: 2600 minimum

3.2. Construction and Materials

Standard: Constructed to meet or exceed ISO standards (ISO 6346, ISO 1496-1) for shipping containers. Provide certification to demonstrate compliance.

3.2.1. Steel: Corrosion-resistant corten steel (weathering steel) for all exterior panels, framing, and doors.

3.2.2. Floor: Marine-grade plywood flooring, minimum 1-1/8 inch (28mm) thickness. Treated for pest resistance and moisture protection. Flooring must be capable of supporting a minimum dynamic load of 10,000 lbs.

3.2.3. Welding: All welding must be performed by certified welders, conforming to recognized welding standards.

3.2.4. Corner Castings: Standard ISO corner castings at all eight corners for handling and securing the container.

3.2.5. Door Hinges and Locking Gear: Heavy-duty steel hinges and locking bars with multiple locking points. Locking bars shall be operable by a single person without the use of tools or excessive force. Provide grease fittings for all hinges and locking mechanisms.

3.3. Side Access Doors

3.3.1. Quantity: Four (4)

3.3.2. Location: Four (4) doors on one side of the shipping container.

3.3.3. Type: Four (4) separate, single-leaf, hinged doors, or alternately, two (2) sets of double hinged doors. The Offeror shall specify the proposed configuration in their submittal.

3.3.4. Construction: Side doors must be constructed of corten steel, matching the container's exterior.

3.3.5. Security: Side doors must have a robust locking mechanism, comparable to the end doors, to ensure security.

3.3.6. Weatherproofing: Side doors must be properly sealed to prevent water ingress. Provide durable weather stripping around the door frame and a rain drip above the door.

3.3.7. Opening Size: 8 feet minimum

3.4. Condition

3.4.1. New or one-trip

3.4.1.1. New: Manufactured within the last 12 months.

3.4.1.2. One-Trip: Used only once for shipping cargo from the factory. Must be in excellent condition with minimal cosmetic damage.

3.4.1.2.1. Submit photos for approval prior to delivery.

3.5. Paint and Finish

3.5.1. Exterior: Original factory paint, or a multi-part epoxy or polyurethane system applied to a minimum dry film thickness (DFT) of 4 mils. The paint must be resistant to corrosion and UV degradation.

3.5.2. Interior: Original factory finish, or a suitable light-colored paint or coating. The interior coating should be non-toxic and easy to clean.

3.6. Ventilation.

3.6.1. Minimum of four (4) ventilation ports (two high, two low) strategically placed to prevent condensation buildup. The vents should be screened to prevent insect entry.

4. QUALITY CONTROL

4.1. Testing and Certification

4.1.1. CSC Plate: Must have a valid CSC plate, indicating compliance with international safety standards.

4.1.2. Water Tightness: The container must be watertight and free from leaks. Provide proof of water tightness testing (e.g., hose test).

5. EXAMINATION

The Government reserves the right to inspect the containers upon delivery. If the containers do not meet the specifications outlined in this document, the Government may reject the container(s). If a container is rejected for non-conformance, the Contractor shall, at their own expense, remove and replace the rejected unit with a conforming unit within thirty (30) days of the rejection notice.

6. WARRANTY

All equipment supplied under this contract must be covered by a minimum one-year warranty on all parts, labor, and workmanship from factory defects. All warranty work will be done without delivery or shipment fees (including travel or on-site work). All parts and components covered by a manufacturer’s warranty greater than one (1) year must prevail.

7. SHIPMENT AND DELIVERY (CLIN 0002)

All items shall be delivered FOB Destination to the Dworshak Dam within eight (8) weeks of contract award. Delivery requires ability to offload shipping container at drop-off location without customer support. Exact offload location to be coordinated with point of contact (POC). All deliveries to be coordinated a minimum of fourteen (14) days in advance. Deliveries shall be made during normal Dworshak Dam operating hours of Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., excluding federal holidays.

Shipment shall be delivered to:

Dworshak Dam 1428 Northfork Drive Ahsahka, ID 83520