Truck_SYNOPSIS_1.pdf

PRE-SOLICITATION SYNOPSIS - Automatic Transmission Diesel Engine Fuel Service Truck (140R4022R0004)

This Pre-Solicitation Notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes; is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Government may retain and use any information received from this Pre-Solicitation Notice.

THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AT THIS TIME. The submission of any information in response to this pre-solicitation notice is purely voluntary. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submission. This notice is not a request for proposals/quotations and the information presented in this announcement will not obligate the Bureau of Reclamation in any manner.

Interested parties may submit the following at their own discretion.

Company name and contact information to include phone number and email.

Contractor capability statement (i.e., brief information about related work experience).

DUNS number and CAGE code.

Business type (i.e., Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned small business).

When a solicitation is issued, it will be posted on the https://beta.sam.gov website. It is the sole responsibility of the interested party to keep abreast and to monitor https://beta.sam.gov for future procurement opportunities. Responders are advised that responses to this Pre-Solicitation Notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Not responding to this Pre-Solicitation Notice will not preclude participation in any future RFP, when one is issued.

Project Description: The Bureau of Reclamation, Socorro Field Division, in Socorro New Mexico has determined a need for the purchase of a fuel transport service truck to replace existing equipment that is not meeting the Government’s needs. The primary objectives are to improve working conditions and equipment deficiencies for Government personnel performing work and refueling operations for the Socorro Field Division construction office. The principle features of the truck are provided below. The full statement of work with the complete specifications will be attached to the solicitation.

1. Engine & Equipment:

- Due to the extreme environments this fuel truck will be performing in, the engine will have like characteristics of the X15 565V manufactured by Cummins able to operate at 565 HP at 220 RPM’s. The intrinsic characteristics are as follows:

Standard maximum speed of limit of 120 mph.

Maximum accelerator pedal of 64 mph.

Max PTO speed of 1400 rpms.

Maximum cruise control speed of 64 mph.

High ambient temperature of 80*. Able to enable automatic.

Low ambient temperature of 40*. Able to enable impending shutdown.

Time warning indicator for impending shutdown.

The ability to enable idle shutdown for parking brake.

2. Transmission & Clutch:

- The transmission and clutch will have like characteristics of the FO18E318B-MXP Ultra Shift Plus manufactured by Eaton, the similar characteristics are as follows:

Automated Transmission, 18-speed with hill start aid feature.

Torque limit of 1850 feet-pound.

Driveline able to use with auxiliary transmission or transfer case with quick disconnect end caps.

Cooler standard for transmission 1550=2250 lb-ft, AutoShift.

Aluminum clutch housing.

3. Cab & Equipment:

- The cab and interior equipment will have like characteristics of the T880 Series conventional full truck as mentioned for this procurement manufactured by Kenworth.

The key characteristics are as follows:

Cab- Glass windshield. Standard with stamped aluminum doors, heavy duty in-swinging hinges, and triple sealed doors. Manufactured using self-piercing rivets and structural adhesive. Includes LED exterior marker lights and turn signals.

Hood- Standard length with mechanically fastened fenders.

Cab HVAC- Day Cab and 40 in sleeper- System will have defrost, A/C and

48,000 BTU/hr heater. Includes automatic temperature control with one touch defrost operation and dash mounted cab temperature with solar intensity sensors.

Fresh air filter and cabin recirculation air filter.

Steering Wheel- 18 inch 4-spoke. With adjustable telescoping steering column.

Column counted retarder control on right hand side.

Five sets of keys to replace standard 2 sets.

High resolution thin film transistor active matrix display with advance driver information including fuel economy performance, outside air temperature, clock, odometer and trip, engine hour meter, ignition timer, engine RPM, general truck information, diagnostics, gear display, and view from back up camera.

Instrumentation and control- Nine standard easy-read gauges to include:

Speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, engine coolant temp, engine oil pressure, voltmeter, dual air pressure, air application pressure and DEF gauge.

Interior color- Slate Gray.

Interior Package- Durable headliner and vinyl sidewalls with geometric patterned trim and anodized aluminum accents. Driver and passenger friendly overhead storage cubbies, full size glove box, two center console cupholders, and large door pad map pocket. Standard LH/RH power windows, electric door locks, interior LED lighting, nighttime friendly red ambient lighting for dash and footwell, and door mounted courtesy lights. Include to standard 12V power outlets.

Rubber Floormat for the interior flooring.

Driver seat- Single air bag, scissor linkage seat suspension. Single chamber lumbar support, 10-inch Fore/After adjustment, 7 inch up/down adjustment, 2.5-inch pan extension, Standard seat back recline, Standard degree full seat tilt, include matching 3-point seatbelts. Driver with left hand and right-hand armrests.

Passenger seat- Same configuration as driver seat.

Seat colors- Slate Gray.

Radio System- AM/FM/WB/USB/Bluetooth with standard door speakers.

Non-Self-cancelling turn signal with column mounted headlight dimmer switch and intermittent wiper control.

Dual cab interior grab handles.

Doors- Daylight doors with standard left hand/right hand electric window controls.

Dual rectangular air horn 23 inches. Left hand and right hand on top of roof with covers.

Mirrors- Aerodynamic motorized heated mirrors, 7-inch by 13-inch with cab color mirror shell and black mirror arms. Additional left hand and right hand heated 6-inch by 7-inch convex mirrors. Mirror brackets set for 8 -1/2 feet wide load width.

Rear cab stationary window at 19 inches in height by 36 inches wide.

Exterior stainless-steel sun visor.

Windows tinted to state of New Mexico legal limits.

Period of Performance: Anticipated period of performance is for delivery of the truck 120 days after receipt of order.

Contract Type: The Government is anticipating a Firm Fixed Price contract for this project.

Business Type: This procurement will be solicited as a Small Business Set Aside

NAICS & Size Standard: The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 336211 Tank trucks (e.g., fuel oil, milk, water) assembling on purchased chassis. The related small business size standard is 1,000 Employees.

The Government intends to post an actual solicitation within the next 30 days:

Solicitation materials consisting of the Information for RFP Details, SOW, and Contract Forms will be available on https://beta.sam.gov in electronic format only.

All contractors MUST be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov/.

Point of Contact (POC): All inquiries shall be addressed to Washington Bennett at wbennett@usbr.gov

The anticipated dates in this synopsis are for informational and planning purposes and may be subject to change.