Amend_TIQ_-_ARFF_Bulgaria_2016.doc

Solicitation Attachment 0002 Amendment 0002 Technical Information Questionnaire (TIQ)

September 2016

FAILURE TO PROVIDE ALL OF THE INFORMATION REQUIRED BELOW MAY RENDER YOUR PROPOSAL INELIGIBLE FOR AWARD

FIRE TRUCK, AIRCRAFT RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING (ARFF)

The purpose of this questionnaire is to determine the suitability of your equipment to satisfy the requirements as stated in the specification. YOU MUST PROVIDE A RESPONSE TO ALL QUESTIONS, BLANKS, AND REQUIRED SUPPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REFERENCES. IF ANY OF YOUR ANSWERS REQUIRE FURTHER EXPLANATION, YOU MUST ALSO INCLUDE THAT IN THE APPLICABLE COMMENT SECTION. Failure to provide a response may result in the rejection of your proposal.

Units: The data provided in the TIQ is to be provided in English units, unless otherwise specified. Metric units may be provided if clearly defined and identified.

All written information is to be in English.

In addition to responding to the questions below, the offeror shall provide the following:

(a) Supporting documentation is required; see paragraphs 2(b), 6(e), 14(i)(2), and 15(a).

(b) Vehicle and major component commercial literature and specification sheets or any other information that would substantiate the information provided. If your commercial literature does not provide information relating to a particular question, you are required to provide a written explanation of your ability to meet that particular requirement with your written proposal.

INFORMATION NOTES

(a) For components procured by the vehicle manufacturer, the component manufacturer’s name and model or part number shall be shown.

(b) Curb weight shall be weight of an unmanned vehicle without water and foam, dry chemical, but including fuel, necessary fluids, all standard equipment, as well as all standard fire fighting equipment.

(c) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) shall include curb weight of the vehicle, weight of the crew (driver and three passengers at 175 pounds per person (700 pounds total), weight of water and foam, dry chemical, standard fire-fighting equipment, and remaining payload.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Personnel Responding to Questionnaire

(a) Name

(b) Job Title

(c) Company Name

(d) Telephone and Fax Numbers

(e) E-mail address

(f) Mailing Address

(g) Company Website Comments

FIRE TRUCK, AIRCRAFT RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING (ARFF)

THE VEHICLE SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH ALL NEW PARTS, THE MANUFACTURER’S

STANDARD EQUIPMENT AND THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS:

1. CONFIGURATION

(a) Has the vehicle been provided with all new parts? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Is the vehicle a 2016 model year or later? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Vehicle Make ; Model

(d) Is the vehicle a rapid intervention fire fighting truck, capable of actively combating aircraft fires, protecting and enabling safe evacuation of occupants? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Does the vehicle meet or exceed applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 414, 2012 edition) requirements? FORMDROPDOWN

(f) Does the vehicle meet or exceed applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circular 150/5220-10E requirements? FORMDROPDOWN

(g) Does the vehicle meet or exceed applicable International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requirements? FORMDROPDOWN

(h) DELETED

(i) DELETED

(j) Does the vehicle have 500 miles or less on the odometer? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

2. standard EQUIPMENT

Is the vehicle equipped with (yes or no, and briefly expand in comment section, as needed):

(a) All of the standard equipment found on a diesel powered, 6x6, 3000 gallon ARFF vehicle of this make and model? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s) listing all standard equipment found on the ARFF vehicle of this make and model must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph)

(c) Interior cab dome light(s); FORMDROPDOWN ; How many?

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; Reading lights; ; How many?

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; Headlights; ; Fog lights; FORMDROPDOWN ; Turn Signals; FORMDROPDOWN ;Taillights; FORMDROPDOWN ; Reverse lights; FORMDROPDOWN ; Brake lights; FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Windshield wiping and washing system? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Exterior rearview mirrors? FORMDROPDOWN

(f) Do all gauges provided have metric units? FORMDROPDOWN

(g) Is the vehicle provided with lockable toolbox(es) and storage area(s) with tire changing tools and lifting jack? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Are the toolbox(es) and storage area(s) identically keyed? FORMDROPDOWN ; Number of keys

2) Is the vehicle supplied with a lifting jack? FORMDROPDOWN ; Capacity ; Type

(h) Are all the vehicle wheels provided with anti-sail mud flaps or metal fenders? FORMDROPDOWN

(i) Is the vehicle supplied with frame-mounted tow hooks or eyes? FORMDROPDOWN

Number ; Locations

(j) Is the vehicle provided with keyless ignition? FORMDROPDOWN

(k) Is the fuel filler cap labeled in Bulgarian and English or universal symbols identifying “DIESEL FUEL ONLY”? FORMDROPDOWN

(l) Is the vehicle supplied with an audible alarm when the vehicle is put in reverse gear? FORMDROPDOWN

(m) Is a vehicle operator’s manual provided and written in Bulgarian and English? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Is a set of manuals provided for every vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

(n) Are all control panels, instruction diagrams and warning labels in Bulgarian and English or in universal symbols and permanently affixed to the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

(o) Is the vehicle supplied with a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) camera system? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

(p) Is the vehicle supplied with a rollover warning system? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe Comments

3. RATINGS

(a) Are the ratings for the vehicle the published ratings at the time of the offer?

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(b) Have any of the component ratings been raised to meet the requirements?

(c) Are the following individual components rated at the GVW specified for the vehicle (yes or no)?

1) Engine

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2) Transmission

3) Axles

4) Suspension

5) Tires

6) Driveline

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(d) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)? lbs

Comments

4. DIMENSIONS

(a) Is the vehicle’s overall width exceeding 118.3 inches (excluding mirrors)? FORMDROPDOWN ; Width

(b) Does the maximum operational height of the vehicle exceed 154 inches? FORMDROPDOWN ; Height

(c) Is the vehicle underbody clearance at least 18 inches? FORMDROPDOWN ; Clearance

(d) Is the vehicle under the axle clearance at least 12 inches? FORMDROPDOWN ; Clearance Comments

5. CHASSIS and DRIVELINE

(a) Is the vehicle driveline configuration 6x6 or AWD? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Are all drivelines and rear axle ratio’s the same for all supplied vehicles? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Is a rear limited-slip or locking differential provided? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

6. ENGINE

(a) Manufacturer ; Model ; Model year ; Number of cylinders ; Displacement liters; Turbocharged? FORMDROPDOWN

Please provide engine power and engine torque output curves (versus rpm).

1) Net horsepower at engine governed speed

2) Maximum net torque

3) Is the vehicle compliant with the emission standards of Bulgaria? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Are the cooling system and air filter for the engine designed for high temperatures up to 110°F? FORMDROPDOWN ; How is the engine cooled?

(c) Is an engine coolant preheating device provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Does the fuel tank meet the capacity requirements of NFPA 414, 2012 edition? FORMDROPDOWN ; What is the fuel tank capacity? gallons.

(e) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s) providing engine specifications shall be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph) Comments

7. TRANSMISSION

(a) Is the vehicle provided with an automatic transmission? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Manufacturer

; Type FORMTEXT

; Model ; Number of speeds: Forward Comments

8. STEERING

(a) Is the vehicle left hand drive? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Is the vehicle equipped with power steering? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

9. BRAKES

(a) Is the vehicle provided with a dual circuit air brake system with ABS? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Is the vehicle provided with a parking brake? FORMDROPDOWN Type

(c) What is the maximum longitudinal slope the parking brake is capable of holding the vehicle at GVW? % Comments

10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(a) Electrical and starting system volts in accordance with NFPA 414.

(b) Is the vehicle provided with a minimum of three heavy-duty maintenance free batteries? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Is the vehicle provided with a heavy-duty alternator battery charging system in accordance with NFPA 414? FORMDROPDOWN Maximum alternator output amps

(d) Is a DC taper type battery charger or automatic battery conditioner, or voltage monitoring system provided with a minimum 12 amp output? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

1) Is the charger, conditioner, and monitoring system powered from a shoreline electrical, 220 volt AC auto-eject receptacle? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Is a slave receptacle provided at the rear or on either side of the vehicle cab? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Is a weatherproof charge meter installed next to the receptacle? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Is vehicle equipped with a light bar or beacons? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes:

1) If a light bar is provided, list: Manufacturer

; Colors FORMTEXT

; Model ; Location(s) ; How is light bar mounted to the vehicle?

2) If beacons are provided, list: Manufacturer

; Colors FORMTEXT

; Model ; Location(s) ; How are the beacons mounted to the vehicle?

(f) Is the vehicle provided with LED type emergency flasher lights? FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity ; Locations

(g) Is the vehicle provided with air traffic flasher lights? FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity ; Location

(h) Is the vehicle equipped with a multi mode siren system with public address (PA) system and speaker(s)? FORMDROPDOWN . If yes, list Manufacturer

; Power rating of the siren FORMTEXT

; Model watts; Location of the speaker(s)

(i) Are three (3) 30 amps circuits provided in the cab for communication equipment? FORMDROPDOWN

(j) Is a generator operating on 50 Hz provided? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes:

1) Is a diesel, hydraulic, or split shaft Power Take Off (PTO)-driven type provided? FORMDROPDOWN , describe

2) Does the generator produce enough power to run all relevant equipment on the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

(k) Are two duplex 15-amp 220-volt primary power receptacles, one installed adjacent to the cab door on each side of the vehicle provided? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Does each duplex receptacle include one straight blade and one twist-lock connection? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Are these receptacles powered by the generator? FORMDROPDOWN

(l) Is vehicle equipped with an electrical cable reel having 200 feet of 20 amp, 600 volt, and 90°C insulated electrical cable? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Is the cable reel located in a compartment and powered by the auxiliary generator? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

11. TIRES

(a) Is the vehicle provided with tubeless, radial, all terrain tread tires? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Manufacturer

2) Total vehicle tire capacity (pounds)

i. Front axle total tire capacity

ii. First rear axle total tire capacity

iii. Second rear axle total tire capacity

3) Rims: Manufacturer ; Model ; Size ; Load rating

(b) Is a full size spare tire and wheel assembly provided? FORMDROPDOWN Location

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(c) Are all tires the same size, load rating and tread design? FORMDROPDOWN ; Size

1) Are all wheels, spare wheels and tires assemblies interchangeable? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

12. PERFORMANCE

(a) Is the vehicle shall be capable of being stored, started, and operated in temperatures ranging from 10°F to 110°F? FORMDROPDOWN

1) What is the minimum temperature the vehicle can be stored, started and operated? (F

2) What is the maximum temperature the vehicle can be stored, started and operated? (F

(b) Is the vehicle capable of operating 50% of mission on paved roads, 40% on unpaved roads and trails, and 10% off road? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Is the vehicle capable of a static side slope of 30( at GVW? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) What is the vehicle minimum acceleration time from 0 to 50 mph?

(e) What are the following vehicle performances at GVW?

1) Braking to a complete stop from 20 mph ft

2) Ascending and descending a dry hard surface slope up to 50% mph

3) Ascending and descending a dry paved slope of 20% mph

4) Maintaining this speed on a level highway mph Comments

13. COLOR

(a) What is the exterior color of the vehicle?

(b) Are high-performance reflective decals, centered horizontally and vertically provided? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Quantity ; Location of decal(s)

2) Are the words “FIRE RESCUE” in Bulgarian written on decal(s)? FORMDROPDOWN ; Location ; Color of letters

i. Decal(s) diameter

ii. Do these decals securely adhere to the vehicle, have a smooth surface with no air pockets and a have minimum life of 5 years? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

iii. DELETED Comments

14. CAB AND BODY

(a) What is the vehicle cab and body material used? ;

(b) How many seats (driver and crew members) is the cab provided with?

(c) Is a seatbelt provided for each seat?

(d) Does the vehicle have water sealed storage compartments having lockable, roll-up style doors or equivalent? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Are all storage compartments locks for all vehicles identically keyed? FORMDROPDOWN

i. Number of keys provided

2) Are the storage compartment shelves adjustable? FORMDROPDOWN

i. How are the shelves adjusted? FORMDROPDOWN ; List required tools (if applicable)

ii. Are the required tools included with the toolbox as specified in specified paragraph 16.1.1? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Are all storage compartments equipped with lights which turn on when the doors are open? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Are door locks provided in the vehicle cab? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Are all door locks identically keyed? FORMDROPDOWN

2) How many keys are provided?

(f) Is the vehicle provided with the manufacturer’s heavy-duty heating and defrosting system? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Is a manufacturer’s heavy duty air conditioning system provided and designed to operate in temperatures to 110° F? FORMDROPDOWN

(g) Are controls for the light bar or beacons, siren and public address system, and Power Take-Off (PTO) engagement provided in the cab and accessible to the crew (driver and front seat passenger(s)? FORMDROPDOWN

(h) Are all control panels and instruction diagrams in Bulgarian and English or in universal symbols? FORMDROPDOWN

(i) Is the vehicle equipped with an electronic pressure sensing governor type pump pressure control system that is fully managed by the seated driver or seated turret operator from inside the cab? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Does this control system maintain the selected pressure regardless of the flow? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Is an additional control for charging each handline operated by the driver and turret operator seated inside the cab provided? FORMDROPDOWN

3) In lieu of driver and turret operator handline charging controls, is an automatic charger provided for both? FORMDROPDOWN

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s) describing cab controls and cab equipment found on the ARFF vehicle must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph)

(j) Do all of the items listed in section 16 and 17 in the specification have dedicated stowage areas? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

15. STANDARD FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

(a) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s), and a picture or drawing must be provided for the major subsystems (pumps, containers, hoses, nozzles, turrets), State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph) FORMTEXT

(b) Is the vehicle provided with a PTO driven water pump? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes: Pump capacity psi; Manufacturer FORMTEXT gpm at Model Type ; Is vehicle capable of full pump-and-roll? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Does the pump panel have at least one suction inlet? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes, nominal diameter(s) inches

2) Does the pump panel have at least one discharge outlet? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes, nominal diameter(s) inches

(c) Is the vehicle provided with a water tank? FORMDROPDOWN ; Capacity gallons

1) Is the water tank provided with an overflow protection and at least two baffles? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Is the water tank provided with a drain valve, a check valve and a level indicator? FORMDROPDOWN ; Location of each component ; Drain valve diameter inches

3) Is the tank provided with a manhole and vacuum vent? FORMDROPDOWN ; Diameter

(d) Is the vehicle provided with valves to prevent damage to the fire fighting equipment? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

(e) Is the vehicle provided with a foam tank? FORMDROPDOWN ; Capacity gallons

1) Is the foam tank provided with a permanent installed foam transfer pump? FORMDROPDOWN ; Capacity gpm

2) Is the foam tank provided with a level indicator? FORMDROPDOWN ; Location

3) Is the foam provided appropriate for airport use (aqueous film-forming foam, flouroprotein foam, film-forming flouroprotein foam, protein foam)? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

4) Is the foam system capable of adjusting the foam concentration between 3%-6% from within the cab? FORMDROPDOWN

5) Does the foam tank include a vent system to relieve pressure on the tank during fill and discharge operations at maximum flow rate? FORMDROPDOWN

i. Does the foam tank include an overflow system to relieve excess liquid in the even of tank overfill? FORMDROPDOWN

(f) Is the vehicle provided with a roof mounted turret (or monitor)? FORMDROPDOWN ; Flow range gpm

1) Can the roof turret controls allow rotation, elevation and pattern adjustment from fog to stream? FORMDROPDOWN ; Elevation range degrees; Rotation degrees

2) Does the roof turret have the “pump and roll” capability to dispense multiple agents, including variations of foam and water mixture(s)? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Does the roof turret have an auxiliary discharge for dry chemical agent mounted parallel to the foam and water discharge or within the foam solution discharge stream and controlled the same way? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes, describe ; Throw range

(g) Is the vehicle provided with a secondary electrically operated front bumper mounted turret? FORMDROPDOWN ; Flow range gpm

1) Can the turret rotate and elevate at least 90° each side of the center? FORMDROPDOWN Rotation range degrees; Elevation range

2) Does the bumper turret have the “pump and roll” capability to dispense multiple agents, including variations of foam and water mixture(s)? FORMDROPDOWN

(h) Are at least two booster reels and hoses provided, one mounted on each side of the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN Together are they able to dispense multiple agents, including variations of foam and water mixture(s)? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes, is at least one of these heavy-duty booster reel and hose able to dispense dry powder potassium bicarbonate? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Are the necessary plumbing connections provided for each booster reel and hose? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

2) Length of each booster reel and hose ft; Nominal diameter inches

3) Is a stowage place provided for each booster reel and hose? FORMDROPDOWN ; Location

4) Is each at least one booster reel and hose provided with a “live center” that allows multiple agents to be dispersed from the hose while the booster reel and hose and is stationary? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

5) Is each at least one booster reel and hose provided with an adjustable pattern and pressure nozzle(s) capable of discharging of water and water/foam solution? FORMDROPDOWN ; Range of discharge ft

6) Is the booster reel and hose rewinding mechanism electric? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe

(i) Is the vehicle provided with five ground sweep nozzles of sufficient number and placement to dispense a pattern of foam and water mixture to completely cover the whole surface under the truck with a minimum flow of 20 gpm each? FORMDROPDOWN ; Location

1) Are electrical controls provided inside the cab to manage dispensing the foam and water mixture? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Does the location of the five ground sweep nozzle interfere with normal vehicle or firefighting operations? FORMDROPDOWN

(j) Is the vehicle provided with dry powder potassium bicarbonate system dispersion? FORMDROPDOWN ; Capacity

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lbs; If yes, is the dry powder system filled and fully operational at the time of delivery?

1) What is the propellant gas for the booster reel and hose? FORMDROPDOWN ; Throw range

2) After use with chemical powder, is the system capable of cleaning all the pipes and hoses without discharging the chemical agent? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Is the booster reel and hose supplied with at heavy-duty hose able to deliver the chemical powder? FORMDROPDOWN ; Length of the hose

4) Does the booster reel and hose have a lockable stowage compartment? FORMDROPDOWN ; Number of keys provided

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(k) Are all tanks and vehicle’s plumbing made of corrosion resistant material? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Is the plumbing assembled in a manner to facilitate the servicing of all components? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Are check valves supplied where necessary to prevent premature mixing of agents? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe Comments

16. OTHER FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

(a) Is a dedicated stowage space provided on the vehicle for the supplied firefighting equipment (items a1-a15)? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes, provide schematics of vehicle showing stowage location for this equipment FORMCHECKBOX

1) One mechanic’s tool box with standard operator tools FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

2) Pick axes FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

3) Axes, rescue type FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

4) Bolt cutter FORMDROPDOWN ; Length

5) Halligan tool FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

6) Pliers (side cutting type) FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

7) Pliers (slip joint type) FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

8) Fire Proximity suit FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

9) 3/4 5/8 inch dia. rope FORMDROPDOWN ; Length

10) Wheel chocks FORMDROPDOWN ; Quantity

11) Rescue saw or equivalent FORMDROPDOWN ; Make

12) Type of fuel for rescue saw?

13) Rescue saw fuel container FORMDROPDOWN ; Fuel capacity

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; Labeled in Bulgarian and English or universal symbols.

14) Spare carbide tips blades FORMDROPDOWN Quantity

15) First aid kits, Swift major trauma kits (model number 34-6200 or equivalent)? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe ; Quantity

i. Are the first aid kits, including the individual items, labeled in Bulgarian and English? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

17. SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA)

(a) Is the following equipment supplied? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Is the driver and all crew members provided with a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) capable of providing air for at least 60 minutes? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe .

2) Is a spare air cylinder supplied for each SCBA that is provided? FORMDROPDOWN ; If yes:

ii. Number of spare air cylinder(s) provided

iii. All air cylinder rated for

3) Is a dedicated secured stowage place provided for each SCBA and spare cylinder? FORMDROPDOWN ; Describe Comments

18. RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID) TAGS

(a) Is each vehicle or item and associated lot of spares tagged with a removable active RFID data rich tracking tag? FORMDROPDOWN ; if yes: Manufacturer

(b) Where is the RFID tag located on the vehicle or item and associated lot of spares?

(c) How is the tag affixed to the vehicle or item and associated lot of spares?

(d) Will the tag’s electronic format be in compliance with the JTAV version 2.0 specifications, section 3.4.1 format? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Will the Document field be programmed with the document number (e.g. “milstrip”) provided by the government agency? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Will the MISC1 field be programmed with the item serial number, if available? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Will the MISC2 field be programmed or reserved for comments (e.g. contract number)? FORMDROPDOWN

4) Which company or agency will “write to” or “program” the tag?

Comments

SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE, SEE FAR 3.104