RFI_FMS_BRIDGING_Rwanda.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT: The information within this notice is based on the best and most current information available to date. This information is subject to change and does not bind the Government in any way. Updated information will be provided in a subsequent notice or synopsis, if and when necessary.

Sources being sought that can demonstrate the capability to produce and deliver a medium girder bridge capable of a 31m span.

1. At least 1 each bridges are needed with the following characteristics:

Bridge Length: 31m Gap Crossing Capability Bridge Span Type: Single span, fixed bridge capable of spanning gap without requiring intermediate fixed or floating piers Usable Roadway Width: 4 meters IAW STANAG 2021 Load Capacity: MLC 70 Rating Modular Capability: Interchangeable parts enable design variations for multiple bridge lengths and types (e.g. bridge set capable of up to 9.8. single story bridge and up to 31m double story bridge.)

Transportability: Capable of being transported by air, sea and land in 20 ft. /6m ISO containers on CROPS (Container Roll On/Off Pallet System) or PLS (Palletized Loading System) flatracks.

Durability: Minimum of 5000 Maximum MLC Load crossings (MGB TM Table 1-1, page 1-11)

Assembly Requirements: Lightweight components capable of being hand assembled with maximum of six personnel required to carry any single component. Bridge launched with maximum of 5-ton military style wheeled vehicle.

Assembly Time: Two hours with crew size of 25 (MGB TM Table 1-5 and 1-6 page 1- 14)

Component Weight/Material: Maximum individual component weight 600 lbs. Major components are aluminum. Will be assembled and launched by soldiers without the use of MHE.

End Ramps: Ramps included with bridge set to allow entry and egress for both tracked and wheeled vehicles

Surface Traction: Have non-skid roadway that provides vehicle traction during wed, muddy conditions

Special Tools: All special tools required as part of the erection equipment set Longitudinal Slopes: Capable of being emplaced on approaches with longitudinal slopes up to 10% (1 in 10). (MGB) TM Chapter 3-5, b). Capable of being emplaced on banks with a difference in bank height of 10% of the bridge length with maximum longitudinal slope ration of 1 in 10. (MGB TM Chapter 3-5, c).

Transverse Slopes: Capable of being emplaced on approaches with transverse slopes up to 5% (1 in 20). (MGB TM Chapter 3-5, b.)

Bank Preparation: Ability to be emplaced on unprepared abutments with minimal or no bank preparation required.

2. In addition to the bridging hardware, Technical Advisor(s) for OCONUS mission support will be required.

The advisor(s) will assist with erection and installation of the bridges to include their assembly and launching.

The advisor(s) will provide training manuals.

Duration to be determined.

Submission Instructions: Any response to this notice should include the following information:

delivery schedule (estimated length of time to deliver from award), estimated price per unit, company name, point of contact, address, telephone and fax numbers, e-mail address, brief description of company and capabilities, experience area, size, history, CAGE Code, large business or small business, category such as 8(a), HUBZone, or any other information that you feel would be pertinent. In addition, include a completed version of the Sources Sought attachment with appropriate information included.

NOTE: NO SOLICITATION IS ISSUED AT THIS TIME. SOLICITATION RELEASE IS

ANTICIPATED ON OR ABOUT July 1, 2016. Participation in this effort is strictly voluntary with no cost or obligation to be incurred by the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government will in no way be obligated to purchase all or any part of the items described above. The U.S.

Government is providing this information as general information only. The U.S. Government will in no way be bound to this information and responses received if or when any solicitation is issued.

IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT JENNIFER

SCHNEIDER VIA EMAIL: jennifer.a.schneider17.civ@mail.mil . The purpose of this notice is for market research. The Government will not rank or provide any reply to submittals from interested firms.

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