A02 FINAL RIPD E4000-24-3-04.docx

SAND PRINTING PACKAGE

GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

This purchase description is to purchase a sand printing system per the requirements listed in section 4.1, which is like the same make and model as the current S-Max printer in place at the Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) in the Joint Manufacturing Technology Center (JMTC). Both printer systems, the current one in place and the new one being purchased will utilize the current liquid Furan fluidmatic machine. The sand printing package will be delivered by the contractor in accordance with the following requirements. Request a S-Max Pro Furan Basic Machine package per the requirements listed in section 4.1 from the ExOne company, the connecting sand handling system to both printers, sand transport container, Super-Sac unloading station with crane, Workstation plus license, and printing products for startup and machine verification (Sand and Furan plus binder). This request also includes basic training for five persons and the de-installation of the current S-Max and Fluidmatic system and re-installation of the system at a different plant location along with the integration with the new E-Max Pro machine.

STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS

Clarification Any ambiguities, questions, requests for clarification or discrepancies between sections of this purchase description, drawings, national or industry standards discovered by the contractor in reviewing this purchase description shall be reported by the contractor in writing to the government BEFORE THE DATE SCHEDULED FOR CLOSING OF THE SOLICITATION/receipt of proposal. Submission of a proposal or bid shall be construed as evidence that such examination has been made. Therefore, later claims for labor, material, or equipment required, or for difficulties encountered, which could have been foreseen had such reasonable examination been made, may be denied.

National Standards and Specifications The following specifications in effect on the Date of Solicitation for Bid/Request for Proposal form a part of this purchase description. In the case of conflicting requirements, the more stringent shall apply.

Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA).

American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM).

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

National Electrical Manufacturers Association Standards (NEMA).

International Standards Organization (ISO).

DESIGN

Ownership This equipment is a custom designed system and is to be designed for use by RIA by the contractor.

A complete set of drawings and design specifications will be required and attached to this solicitation as requested by the CDRLS.

General Design Standards UNITS OF MEASURE: Dimensions and capacities in this purchase description are given in the English-US (in-lb) system. All dials, gauges, and drawings shall be in the English-US system or both the English-US and the metric systems, unless otherwise specified in this document.

ID DATA PLATE: The equipment shall include a main data plate which will include the following data as a minimum requirement (additional information is acceptable): Manufacturer Name, Manufacturer’s Dunns and Bradstreet Number, Manufacturer’s Model Number, Manufacturer’s Serial Number, Year of Manufacture, Contract Number, Machine Weight. This information is necessary for compliance with the governments Unique Identification Program (UID).

DATA PLATES: All instruction, data, and identification plates and labels attached to this equipment and its controls shall be manufactured of corrosion and oil resistant metal or plastic material. All wording shall be in the English language using plain, bold face lettering. Lettering shall be permanent and have a contrasting background.

ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION (IUID) REGISTRATION: The contractor shall register the equipment in the IUID Registry (as one single system). IUID registration requires the contractor to input Cage Code, Model Number, and Serial Number into a Government Database to allow for asset and inventory tracking. IUID Registry of the equipment shall be performed at http://dodprocurementtoolbox.com/site/uidregistry/. Training for IUID is available in https://wawftraining.eb.mil. IUID registration of this equipment is required prior to final payment in the Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). The contractor shall also affix a machine readable 2-dimensional (2-D) matrix representing the IUID registry to the machine. The IUID 2-D matrix may be included on the ID Data Plate outlined in paragraph 3.2.4.

UTILITY CONNECTION: Equipment supplied to the RIA will have single point shut-off for each utility supplied to a system. This means that equipment constituting a single system shall be wired to a single main electrical disconnect point, plumbed to a single pneumatic shut-off valve, etc… This will be referred to as the “point of first connection”. Each type of power source may have only one point of first connection. E.g. (1) pneumatic shut-off valve, (1) water supply shut-off valve, (1) electrical disconnect, etc… Each point of first connection shall be clearly labeled on the system and shown in the safety lockout portion of the documentation package. These points must be located on a stationary component and positioned such that they will not create a hazard to personnel during normal operation of the system. The first connection points shall be accessible from the shop floor without the use of ladders, steps, or stools. Access cannot be hampered by operation of the system.

UTILITY CONNECTION LABOR: RIA shall provide only such labor and materials as will be needed to connect facility utilities to each point of first connection of the system. The contractor will be responsible for all connections beyond the point of first connection for each utility.

UTILITIES AVAILABLE: RIA shall be responsible for providing the following:

1.1.1.1 Connection of 460-V, 60-Hz, 3-Ph AC electrical power to the fused or breaker type disconnect switch required in the ELECTRICAL DISCONNECT paragraph of this purchase description. Connection does not include filters, surge protection, or any peripheral equipment necessary to make the equipment functional.

1.1.1.2 Connection of approximately 80-psi compressed air to a single point for each system, if needed. Connection does not include filters, dryers, or any peripheral equipment necessary to make the equipment functional.

1.1.1.3 If, due to contractor caused problems, the equipment or components of the equipment must be moved or removed and replaced, by RIA after initial placement, the contractor shall be billed for such work at current RIA labor and overhead rates.

ELECTRICAL DISCONNECT: The equipment shall be equipped with a manual, fused or breaker type disconnect switch, readily accessible to the operator, which will deactivate the entire equipment. It shall be located no more than 6-ft 7-in from the floor to the highest point the control device. It shall be capable of being locked in the de-energized state (OFF) only.

CONDUIT: Flexible conduit is not permitted in exposed areas. All wires, cables, and hoses will be enclosed by rigid, oil-proof protection, except where flexibility is necessary for operation of the equipment. Flexible wires, cables and hoses shall be arranged to prevent draping or tripping hazards.

SERVICE ACCESS: Components subject to periodic adjustment, replacement, or servicing shall be readily accessible. Meaning that experienced personnel can access the part after no more than 30-min of labor. If any special tools or equipment are necessary to access these components, said equipment will be supplied as part of the system and provided with a proper storage location within the system.

DEFLECTION: The system shall recover from distortion and deflection at no load. The machine and its components shall be sufficiently rigid that work piece finish and tolerances are not impaired by machine vibration.

NEW EQUIPMENT: The equipment furnished under this purchase description shall be new and unused.

COMPONENT ENVIRONMENT: Under no circumstances shall a component be used in an application not recommended by the component manufacturer. Components shall not be subjected to conditions of operation beyond the recommendations of the manufacturer, such as excessive heat, lack of lubrication, over-loading.

REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS: All replaceable components shall be manufactured to definite standards for tolerance, clearance, and finish, enabling components to be field installed without further machining.

CLEANING AND DEBURRING: All surfaces of castings, forgings, molded parts, stampings, and welded components shall be cleaned and free from sand, dirt, fins, flash, scale, flux, and other harmful or extraneous materials. All edges shall be either rounded or beveled unless sharpness is required to perform a necessary function. Except as specified herein, the condition and finish of all surfaces shall be commensurate with the manufacturer’s commercial practice.

PAINTING: All unfinished surfaces of the equipment shall be painted with a lead free and chromium free commercial grade of metal primer and a minimum of one finish coat. The color shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s standard commercial practice, or as necessary to maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, as applicable.

FILTRATION/REGULATION: Equipment requiring filtered or regulated energy sources shall be supplied with the components necessary to perform this function. E.g., the equipment shall be supplied with a Filter, Regulator, Lubricator (FRL) device, if filtered, lubricated, regulated pressurized air is required for the efficient, proper operation of the equipment. These devices shall be located on the equipment side of the lockout devices at the points of first connections.

1.1.1.4 Equipment which requires compressed air shall have a regenerative type desiccant or refrigerated compressed air dryer capable of drying air down to 35°F pressure dew point, minimum, from air entering the equipment at 110°F, and capable of supplying air to the rated standard cubic feet per minute (SCFM) of the equipment. The unit shall purge condensate automatically. In the case of the latter, the refrigerant used shall not be a Class I or Class II, ozone depleting substance. The air dryer shall be connected and/or piped to the equipment by the contractor.

MOTORS:

1.1.1.5 All motors shall be rated for continuous duty.

1.1.1.6 Motors shall not operate in an overload condition during normal operation of the equipment and shall be equipped with overload protection.

1.1.1.7 Each motor shall bear an identification plate containing the identity of the manufacturer, model number, serial number, input voltage, amperage, horsepower, phase, frequency, duty cycle, and frame size or mounting identification.

1.1.1.8 Motor starters and controls shall operate at no greater than 120-VAC. It is preferred that they operate at 24-VDC.

1.1.1.9 Motor starters shall provide drop-out protection. This means that, in the event of a loss of power, the equipment shall be re-energized only by the deliberate action of the operator. Manual or mechanical motor starters shall not be deemed acceptable.

DIALS AND GAUGES: All scales, dials, and gauges shall be manufactured of corrosion and oil resistant material. All wording shall be in the English language using plain, bold face lettering. Lettering shall be permanent and have a contrasting background.

Safety, Security and Environmental SECURITY: The RIA-JMTC is an Army installation subject to Department of Defense safeguards, various precautions, and plant protection measures. All of the below requirements will be necessary of contractors visiting RIA to satisfy requirements of this purchase description; Additional requirements will be placed on contractors requiring access to the Army Network, or Common Access Card (CAC), as specifically detailed below. At all times during the execution of this work, contractor personnel will maintain adequate plant protection devises to minimize espionage, sabotage, and other malicious destruction and damage. The contractor shall comply with all security requirements of the RIA. RIA island-wide Force Protection levels may be adjusted/changed at any time, which may cause possible delays and will directly affect procedures for accessing the island.

1.1.1.10 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: The contractor and any associated subcontractor employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by the installation Director of Emergency Services. All contractor employees must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (IAW FAR clause 52.204-9) as directed by Department of Defense (DoD), Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), and any local policy. If the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) changes, the Government may require changes in contractor installation access, security matters, or security processes.

1.1.1.10.1 Access to RIA: Contractor and all subcontractor employees performing work at RIA shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) and any applicable installation, facility access screening and local security policies and procedures. The Contracting Office Representative (COR) shall provide guidance to complete the Access Control Records Check request Form though the RIA Directorate of Emergency Services.

1.1.1.10.2 Random Antiterrorist Measures Program (RAMP) participation: Contractor personnel are subject to RAMP security program (i.e., vehicle searches, wearing of ID badges, etc.). Contractor shall comply with any, and all instructions issued by the RIA Police Department. The RAMP is discussed in the RIA-JMTC Anti-Terrorism Training.

1.1.1.10.3 During FPCONs levels of Charlie or Delta, services may be discontinued/postponed due to a higher National or local security threat. Services will resume when FPCON Level is reduced to Bravo, or lower. FPCON levels are described in Anti-Terrorism Level I Training.

1.1.1.10.4 Contractor personnel shall return all Installation Badges and access passes as soon as possible prior to contract completion. RIA-JMTC electronic keys and access passes are accountable items, shad shall be returned within 24-hours of no longer being needed. Items will be returned to the COR, or paced in a drop box at a RIA-JMTC access point.

1.1.1.11 Security Training: The contractor shall complete the following training:

1.1.1.11.1 Anti-Terrorism, Level I: All contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, or controlled access areas shall complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Awareness training. The COR will be provided a copy of the Rock Island Arsenal –Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIA-JMTC) AT Level I Awareness Training and assure that the training is complete. The contractor shall sign a memorandum of record for each contractor employees and subcontractor employee to the RIA-JMTC Operations Center prior issuing any electronic keys, or access pass being authorized.

1.1.1.11.2 iWatch (See Something, Say Something) Training: The Contractor and all associated subcontractors shall complete iWatch Training. iWatch Training shall be provided during the Anti-Terrorism Training.

1.1.1.12 For Contractors requiring Common Access Card (CAC): Before CAC issuance, the contractor employee requires a favorably adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or an equivalent or higher investigation in accordance with Army Directive 2014-05. The contractor employee will be issued a CAC only if duties involve one of the following: (1) Both physical access to a DoD facility and access, via logon, to DoD networks onsite, or remotely or (2) Remote access via logon, to a DoD network using DoD-approved remote access procedures, or (3) Physical access to multiple DoD facilities or multiple Non-DoD Federally controlled facilities on behalf of the DoD on a recurring basis for a period of 6-months, or more. At the discretion of the sponsoring activity, an initial CAC may be issued based on a favorable review of the FBI fingerprint check and a successfully scheduled NACI at the Office of Personnel Management. Contractors needing a NACI or equivalent investigation or higher investigation will coordinate this investigation through their COR. Contractor personnel shall turn in CAC cards upon completion of their contractual obligations, or at the request by the COR, or at the request of the Contracting Officer.

FEDERAL MARIJUANA LAWS REMAIN UNCHANGED: Note: RIA is under the exclusive federal jurisdiction of the United States. Under federal law, marijuana is still defined as a Schedule I drug, and possession and use of marijuana is still illegal. Any person using or in possession of marijuana on Rock Island Arsenal may be criminally prosecuted in federal district court. In addition, such individuals may be permanently barred from entering Rock Island Arsenal.

REAL ID: Starting 07-May-2025 all personnel entering RIA will be required to show a Real ID form of identification.

INDUSTRY AND REGULATIONS: The equipment shall comply with the most current of all local, state, and federal laws and regulations listed in Standards and Publications.

MATERIAL EXCLUSIONS: The equipment shall not contain polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), ozone depleting substances (Class I or Class II), or asbestos materials.

SAFETY REGULATION COMPLIANCE: The contractor shall comply with standard OSHA and RIA safety standards, including conforming to confined space work requirements when applicable.

SAFETY LOCKOUTS: Each point of first connection shall be designed and constructed to allow the utility to be completely isolated from the equipment. This isolation shall be insured by application of a standard key locking padlock. The device(s) shall only be lockable in the de-energized (OFF) condition.

LOSS OF PRESSURE: Hydraulic and pneumatic circuits shall be designed such that loss of pressure, or pressure surges, shall not cause a hazard. Means shall be provided to prevent operation of the equipment with insufficient pressure if such operation could cause a hazard.

TRAPPED ENERGY: Means shall be provided for the controlled release of stored energy. This energy may be in the form of, but not limited to, air and hydraulic pressure accumulators, capacitors, springs, counterbalances, and flywheels. When appropriate, a label shall be affixed to the stored energy source to identify the hazard.

WORKING RANGE: Hydraulic and pneumatic components shall be selected, which cannot be adjusted outside the safe working range of the circuit and/or equipment.

ACCUMULATORS: Gas charged accumulators operating above 200-psi charging pressure shall be charged with inert gas.

BRAKES: Braking systems shall be designed to “fail-on”. This means, energy supplied to the brake shall be used to disengage the brake. Loss of energy shall therefore cause the brake to activate.

EMERGENCY STOP: The system will incorporate a clearly identified, red, mushroomed, control button with a yellow backing plate at every operator workstation. Upon momentary operation, any emergency stop button shall de-energize all machine motions and override all other controls without creating additional hazards. All motion stopped shall be restarted by the deliberate action of the operator (requiring manual reset). No other red mushroomed buttons shall be allowed on the equipment. It is preferred that there are no other red buttons of any type.

CONTROL GUARDS: Controls shall be guarded against accidental operation.

OPERATOR REACH: Controls shall be within reach and located such that the operator, when in the normal operating position, is not required to reach past moving parts, which may cause injury.

Responsibilities SITE INSPECTION: Any site inspections and/or measurements, which must be taken to determine the suitability of the proposed location or to perform the design of the system, are the sole responsibility of the contractor. This may begin prior to completing the bidding process. RIA will support this function through the POC (point of contact) by guiding personnel, facilitating security registration, and providing general assistance. The contractor will be responsible for providing any and all equipment necessary for this process.

COMPONENT SPECIFICATION

This is to be a S-Max Pro Furan Basic sand printing system per the requirements listed in 4.1. This purchase requirement includes a mold making system that will produce the optimum, pattern-less castings. This shall include all equipment which would normally be provided by the manufacturer, even if not described herein.

ExOne system components needed:

Purchase one, S-Max Pro Furan Basic Machine using part number: 00027558.

Purchase one, 12-Month Wear Part Kit S-Max/S-Print Furan using part number: 00022839-USA.

Purchase one, Roller Conveyor Left and Right with 2 Job Boxes using part number: 00027579.

Purchase one, Hose and Connector Kit using part number 00022840-USA.

Purchase one, Transformer 3ph 30kVA 480V-400Y/231V 60Hz using part number: 1300106.

Purchase four, Sand Transport Container – US using part number: 3600234.

Purchase one, Transport Container with Vibrating Unit for Recycle Sand using part number: 00025947.

Purchase one, Recycling Sand Separator, 1000L using part number: 00030451.

Purchase one, Industrial Vacuum Cleaner, 14.5 kW 480V USA using part number: 00017320.

Purchase one, Hose Package for Extraction System Industrial Vacuum Cleaner and Separators using part number: 00015120.

Purchase one, Sand Separator, 600L using part number: 00022103.

Purchase one, Basic Training – USA using part number: 00020511.

Purchase one, Installation and Verification S-Max Pro using part number: 00032635.

Purchase one, Packaging S-Max Pro using part number: 00019799.

Purchase one, Shipping Costs S-Max Pro using part number: 00005435.

Purchase one, Mono Z-form using part number: 00031403.

Purchase one, UPS 24kW 400V using part number: 1300115.

Purchase one, Transformer 75kva 60hz using part number: 1300135.

Purchase two, Desanding Station Right using part number: 00027644.

Purchase two, Desanding Station Left using part number: 00027645.

Purchase one, Jobmatic using part number: 00026941.

Purchase two, Jobmatic Support Optional using part number: 00027646.

Purchase one, Fluidmatic Extension for another machine using part number: 0030357.

Purchase one, Service contract per ExOne US Installation Quote #00022475.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND SUPPORT

Installation IT Support:

PERSONNEL: RIA-JMTC will not provide the technician credentials to access the workstation. Access to the workstation will be provided by the RIA-JMTC IT Support Staff escort. Removable Media e.g., CD/DVD/USB/SD/External hard drive will be scanned prior to use. Programs and software must be ran from RIA-JMTC approved/provided media or CD/DVD(s). Contractor Devices will not be allowed to connect to the RIA-JMTC network nor will they be allowed to connect to RIA-JMTC equipment other than to scan and transfer media.

INSPECTION/FINAL ACCEPTANCE:

LICENSING: The software/ hardware license shall not have an internet connection. A license dongle or license file must be provided for offline use.

Media/ Devices REMOVABLE MEDIA: Removable media consists of the following: CD, DVD, USB, SD, and External Hard Drives. Removable media shall be scanned prior to use. Programs and software must be ran from RIA-JMTC approved/ provided media or CD/ DVD(s).

CONTRACTOR DEVICES: Contractor Devices will not be allowed to connect to the RIA-JMTC network and they will not be allowed to connect to RIA-JMTC equipment other than to scan and transfer media.

NON-GOVERNMENT OWNED SYSTEMS OR DEVICES: The contractor shall comply with AR 25-1 and AR 25-2. The contractor shall not install or connect non-Government-owned computing systems or devices to Government networks without the COR’s coordination and obtaining the proper authorization from the appropriate Information System Security Manager (ISSM), ensuring that all software has a Government Assess Only Authorization. The non-Government-owned computing systems or devices include, but are not limited to, personal or Contractor-owned thumb drives e.g., memory sticks, flash drives, Universal Serial Bus (USB) drives, jump drives, pen drives, removable or external hard drives, Personal Digital Assistants (PDA), PC Cards/Express Cards, MP3 players, cell phones, digital media, floppy disks, compact disc (CD)/digital video disk (DVD) burners, optical recordings, photo flash cards, laptops, or any devices that can store data.

1. INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND ACCREDITATION:

Non-Government-Owned computing systems or devices: The Contractor shall comply with AR 25-1 and AR 25-2. The Contractor shall not install or connect non-Government-owned computing systems or devices to Government networks without a government representative coordinating and obtaining proper authorization from the appropriate Information System Security Manager (ISSM), ensuring that all software has a Government Assess Only Authorization. The non-Government-owned computing systems or devices include, but are not limited to, personal or Contractor-owned thumb drives e.g., memory sticks, flash drives, Universal Serial Bus (USB) drives, jump drives, pen drives, removable or external hard drives, Personal Digital Assistants (PDA), PC Cards/Express Cards, MP3 players, cell phones, digital media, floppy disks, compact disc (CD)/digital video disk (DVD) burners, optical recordings, photo flash cards, laptops, or any devices that can store data. COMPONENT SPECIFICATION System Accreditation and Re-Accreditation: The Contractor shall assist in providing system accreditation documentation such as required artifacts and shall answer technical questions required for registration for accreditation. All documents shall be IAW Chapter 5, and Appendices D and E, AR 25-2, Information Systems Security (dated 3 August 2007) and DOD Instruction 8510.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Program or future DOD regulation that supersedes these regulations. The Contractor shall assist in performing yearly reviews of the accreditation, or whenever changes/additions are made to the system. The Contractor will assist in preparing risk assessments, as required.

APPROVAL/SHIPPING

Shipping RESPONSIBILITY: The contractor is responsible for delivery of the equipment to the RIA. Adequate preserving of equipment surfaces, packing, marking, and skidding of materials for shipment shall be the responsibility of the contractor. If special lifting devices, such as hooks or eyes, are required for ease of handling, they shall be supplied with the equipment. Any special devices shall be returned to the contractor upon request only if they will not be required for future movement of the equipment, and at the contractor’s expense.

SHIPPING SCHEDULE: Be aware, the RIA will only off-load equipment arriving between 6:00 am and 12:00 am (noon), local time on Mondays through Thursdays except holidays. For information concerning holidays, the contractor should consult the contracting officer. There is no place to stage transporting vehicles awaiting the arrival of contractors. All equipment shall be delivered at the same time, meaning the same day (multiple trucks are acceptable) unless pre-authorized to deliver on multiple days by the RIA-JMTC contracting officer.

RECEIVER: All shipments to RIA including installation tools and/or replacement parts, as well as the original shipment of the equipment, shall be marked “ATTN: Mr. Robert Mcclure or Mr. Dave Holgorsen TARA-LGC”. Items not correctly marked are subject to being returned at the vendor’s expense.

ARRIVAL INSPECTION: Upon receipt of equipment at RIA, a preliminary inspection shall be performed to determine condition and/or count. This inspection shall be performed by RIA personnel.

Installation SITE PREPARATION EXECUTION: The contractor will be solely responsible for site preparation except as specifically excluded in this document. This includes but is not limited to excavation, foundation work, and surface preparation. This work may be performed through the use of a sub-contractor, but the specification, supervision, and certification of the work remains the responsibility of the primary contractor.

PREPARATION EXECUTION SUPPORT: RIA will support the preparation portion of the installation by providing utilities to the points of first connection.

LABOR AND MATERIAL: The contractor is solely responsible for providing all labor, materials, hardware, tools, and equipment necessary for complete installation of this system except as specifically listed in this document as being provided by the RIA.

SUPERVISION: Supervision of the installation process will be the responsibility of the contractor. RIA shall retain the right to periodic inspection and evaluation of the process, as it deems necessary.

OFF-LOADING/PLACEMENT: Off-loading of the equipment from the delivery vehicle, and placement of the equipment in position for the installation is the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor shall not be allowed to use government equipment to accomplish this work.

LIABILITY: In any case, the equipment remains the property of the contractor, and the contractor shall assume all responsibility and liability for the equipment and the work performed upon it. The government shall be held harmless for any damage done to the equipment at any time up until final acceptance of the equipment by RIA, except in the case of intentional damage and/or gross negligence on the part of RIA personnel.

SET-UP: The contractor shall be responsible for set-up and connection of the equipment beyond connections of the utilities to the points of first connection.

SECURITY: The RIA-JMTC is an Army installation subject to Department of Defense safe guards, various precautions, and plant protection measures. At all times during the execution of this SOW, the contractor will maintain adequate plant protection devises to minimize espionage, sabotage, and other malicious destruction and damage. The contractor shall comply with all security requirements of the RIA. RIA Island-wide Force Protection levels may be adjusted/changed at any time, which may cause possible delays and will directly affect procedures for accessing the Island.

Delivery Hours or Service Hours: Service calls, equipment installation, training, and equipment delivery (where the contractor offloads) will only be allowed from 0600 – 1530, Monday through Thursday, except for Government Holidays. Deliveries of items where the contractor has opted for Government “off-loading option”, must be received before 1200 hours. These hours are subject to change, however, the Government will notify the contractor of such changes. The contractor will contact the designated COR to obtain an electronic key for their representative (i.e., delivery driver) in order to have access to the facility. Deliveries and service calls outside the normal hours stated above will be coordinated with the COR to address any emergency situations."

Completion Final acceptance of the equipment shall occur after the following:

1.2.1.1 Set-up completion by the contractor.

1.2.1.2 Successful completion of performance testing at RIA.

1.2.1.3 Final inspection approval by the government representative or inspector. This is to verify full compliance with this description to include amendments and modifications to the final contract. The government representative shall perform any and all tests he deems necessary to insure compliance with this description and industry standards to include, but not limited to ease of control, convenience of operation, safe operation, and adequacy of lubrication devices.

1.2.1.4 All required training is complete.

1.2.1.5 Complete documentation packages are delivered.

TRAINING

The contractor shall provide instruction in proper operation and maintenance of the equipment without additional cost to the government. Training shall be of sufficient duration that the recipients are able to demonstrate a reasonable level of competence as determined by the equipment installer and/or the inspector. Acceptance may be delayed as a result of inadequate training.

Schedule Training shall be coordinated with the RIA. Daily training shall begin no later than 6:30 a.m. CST and shall continue until at least 2:15 p.m. CST. This is required to get full coverage of the 1st shift of operation at RIA-JMTC. If training does not begin until after the stated time, RIA-JMTC may at its option require additional training at a different time to compensate for the loss of training caused by the late start. This may include more time than what is represented by the delay (e.g. a 1-hr delay may require 2-hrs later to impart the knowledge lost).

Location All training shall be performed at the RIA. It shall be performed using the equipment purchased in this description.

Type Each type of training shall be given independently. RIA shall coordinate with the contractor to provide the proper personnel for each type of training. The following types of training shall be provided by the contractor.

OPERATOR: Training shall be provided by the contractor for (5) operators. This shall include instruction on the safe, efficient operation of the equipment delivered. The trainees supplied by RIA-JMTC shall be familiar with machine operation, but not necessarily with the style or type of controls provided with the equipment. (E.g. for a new CNC lathe, the operator will be familiar with CNC lathe operation, but may have no experience with a Fanuc control system.)

PROGRAMMING: If the equipment includes a programmable controller, programmer training shall be provided, separate from the operator training for (2) personnel. If programming is normally performed by the operator only, then this training may be combined with the operator training.

MAINTENANCE: Mechanical and electrical control and diagnostic maintenance training shall be provided by the contractor. This shall include information on troubleshooting and preventive maintenance procedures. This shall be provided for (2) personnel.

METHODS: Methods Training shall be provided by the contractor. The Methods Division of JMTC traditionally workload parts across various machines within the JMTC factory. The contractor shall provide a general overview of the machine capabilities during this training. This training shall define basic information such as material capable of manufacture with the machine, maximum and/or minimum part size, speeds and feeds, and accuracies of the machine provided. It shall also provide overview of the controls, instructions for basic edit commands, and accessing histories. This training shall be no longer than 4 hours, and provide training for 4 students.

SERVICE

Service/Support Requirements The contractor shall have as a minimum, a verifiable service/repair capability which meets or exceeds the following requirements:

STAFF: Staffed by qualified, English speaking personnel fully knowledgeable in the service/repair of the equipment offered.

TELEPHONE ACCESS: Telephone access to service/repair personnel shall be available for consultation during RIA normal working hours. Rock Island Arsenal normal working hours are 8:00 am CST to 3:00 pm CST, Monday through Friday, except legal federal holidays.

ON-SITE RESPONSE: Physical, on-site response shall be possible within 48-hrs of notification that service/repair of the equipment is necessary.

MAINTENANCE PARTS: Parts necessary for periodic replacement such as belts, hoses, filters, and other parts normally considered as spare parts, by the manufacturer, shall be stocked and available for shipment.

PRIOR HISTORY: Said service/repair capability shall have been available to the general public prior to the issue date of this purchase description. Adequate proof of prior availability shall be provided upon request.

WARRANTY: 1 year on the sand printing machine and 6 months on the printing heads.