Attachment_0009_-_30_Ton_Wrecker_Technical_Info_Questionnaire.doc

Solicitation

TECHNICAL INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE

July 2017

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

VEHICLE RECOVERY TRUCK - MTV

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 SUPPORTING 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 1(c)1, 3(a)1, 18(b)1, 22(a)7(i), and 23(a).

(b) Vehicle and major component commercial literature or 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.

(c) Identification of all modifications or redesigns to the previously manufactured base vehicle necessary to meet the requirements of the specifications. The offeror shall also explain in detail the reasons for the modifications or redesigns.

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 vehicle offered, completely equipped with coolant, fuel and lubricants, less the weight of the crew (driver and passenger - 175 pounds each).

(c) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) shown shall include curb weight of the vehicle, weight of the crew (350 pounds total), and the payload.

(d) Gross Combination Weight (GCW) shall include the vehicle GVW and a weight of a fully loaded trailer coupled to the vehicle (Trailer GVW is 11,000 pounds with a vertical load on the pintle of 1,100 pounds).

GENERAL INFORMATION REQUIRED

Personnel Responding to Questionnaire:

(a) Name

(b) Job Title

(c) Company Name

(d) Telephone/Fax Numbers

(e) E-mail address

(f) Mailing Address

(g) Company Website Comments:

VEHICLE RECOVERY TRUCK - MTV

1. CONFIGURATION

(a) Is the vehicle a 2017 model year or later? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Vehicle Chassis: Manufacturer Model

(c) Recovery body: Manufacturer Model

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: Dimensioned exterior drawings of the vehicle recovery truck showing views of the top, bottom, sides, front and rear must be provided. (submit drawings in Adobe .pdf format) State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(d) Does the vehicle meet all applicable US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

2. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

(a) For vehicles shipping to Iraq:

1) Are all instructions, diagrams and warning labels for each vehicle in both Arabic and English, or universal symbols? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Has an operator’s manual written in English Arabic been provided for each vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Do all manuals contain an amendment in Arabic and English (electronic version only) stating the ability to operate on ultra high sulfur diesel fuel (10,000 ppm or 1%)? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

3. EQUIPMENT

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

(a) Is the vehicle provided with all standard equipment? FORMDROPDOWN

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s) Listing all standard equipment found on the vehicle must be provided. State where this is

Provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(b) Is the vehicle provided with push button or lever actuated ignition? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) If provided with integral OEM keyed door, steering column, and ignition locks, are they disabled? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Are door latches/hasps with padlocks on both driver and passenger sides? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Are all padlocks provided with identical keys? FORMDROPDOWN Quantity

(f) Lockable toolbox(s) provided for storage of tools and BII? FORMDROPDOWN Number of tool boxes

(g) Standard tools required for simple operator level maintenance? FORMDROPDOWN List tools provided

(h) Tire changing tools and a lifting jack provided? FORMDROPDOWN Lifting jack capacity (tons)

(i) NATO slave start jumper cables? (one slave-to-slave style and one slave-to-alligator clamp style) FORMDROPDOWN Length (each, in feet)

(j) Are four (4) frame-mounted tow hooks provided? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, what types Locations Capacity (pounds)

Comments

4. RATINGS

(a) Do any of the component ratings exceed the manufacturers’ published ratings? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Are the following individual components rated at or above the gross vehicle weight (GVW) or gross combination weight (GCW), which ever is greater, specified for the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

5. DIMENSIONS (inches)

(a) Wheelbase

(b) Ground clearance

(c) Overall dimensions (at curb weight) Length Comments

WEIGHTS (pounds)

(a) Curb weight (chassis and body total)

(b) Weight of operator and one passenger 350 lbs

(c) Payload

(d) GVW (total of (a), (b) and (c))

(e) WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

1) Curb weight, front axle

2) Curb weight, forward tandem axle

3) Curb weight, rearward tandem axle

4) Curb weight, tandem total

5) Curb weight, total (must equal (a) above)

(f) GVW WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

1) Loaded, front axle

2) Loaded, forward tandem axle

3) Loaded, rearward tandem axle

4) Loaded, tandem total

5) Loaded, total (must equal (d) above)

(g) GCW WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION (with 1,100 pound vertical pintle load from 11,000 pound trailer):

1) Loaded, front axle

2) Loaded, forward tandem axle

3) Loaded, rearward tandem axle

4) Loaded, tandem total

5) Loaded, total

6) Maximum allowable vertical load on pintle Comments

6. ENGINE

(a) Manufacturer

(b) Number of cylinders

(c) Is the vehicle provided with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), or a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Can the vehicle be operated on ultra high sulfur diesel fuel (10,000 ppm or 1%)? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Is the vehicle configured for an export market? FORMDROPDOWN

(f) Is a fuel/water separator with electric fuel heater provided? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Fuel/water separator: Manufacturer Model

2) Electric fuel heater: Manufacturer Model Comments

7. CHASSIS/DRIVELINE/SUSPENSION

(a) What is the vehicle driveline configuration? FORMCHECKBOX 6x6 FORMCHECKBOX Other

(b) Front axle: Manufacturer Model Load rating pounds

(c) First rear axle: Manufacturer Model Load rating pounds

(d) Second rear axle: Manufacturer Model Load rating pounds

(e) Is a rear locking differential provided? FORMDROPDOWN , which axle(s)

(f) Is a two-speed transfer case provided? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

SUSPENSION

(g) Front: Type Spring Rate Load rating

(h) Tandem: Type FORMTEXT

Spring Rate Load rating

(i) Is suspension designed to provide a soft ride? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes describe:

Comments

8. TRANSMISSION

(a) Transmission Manufacturer Model Type

1) Number of speeds: Forward Reverse Comments

9. STEERING

(a) Is the vehicle left hand drive and equipped with power steering? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

10. BRAKES

(a) Service brakes: Type Front Rear

1) What type of ABS system is provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Emergency brakes: Type Acts on How is released?

(c) Relief brake system (engine or exhaust brake) provided? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, describe

(d) Parking brake: Type Axle(s) operated on Comments

11. TIRES

(a) Manufacturer Model Size and load rating

(b) Are all tires tubeless and off road radial construction? FORMDROPDOWN

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

(d) Is spare tire and wheel assembly with holder provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Is there a means to assist with loading/unloading of spare tire? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, describe

(f) Rims: Manufacturer Model Size and load rating

Comments

12. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(a) Is a dual voltage (12/24 volt) system provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Is a 12 volt SAE J560 7 pin connector provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Heavy-duty battery (ies) provided? FORMDROPDOWN Quantity

1) Manufacturer Model

(d) Is a battery equalizer provided? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Manufacturer Model IP Rating

(e) Minimum charging capacity of the vehicle volts amps

(f) Is a Master Battery Disconnect Switch (MBD Switch) provided? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Manufacturer Model Comments

13. PERFORMANCE

(a) What are the minimum and maximum temperatures the vehicle can be stored, started, and operated in? Maximum

(b) What is depth of water the vehicle can ford without a kit? (inches)

(c) Specify the maximum grade (% slope) the parking brake will hold the vehicle at GVW (%)

(d) What is the fuel capacity for the vehicle? Gallons Number of tanks? Location(s):

Comments

14. VEHICLE RECOVERY PERFORMANCE

(a) Is the vehicle capable of performing all of the following recovery operations: the recovery of sunk, buried, overturned or crashed vehicles and equipment in off-road/rocky/sandy and mountainous terrain? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Is the vehicle capable of performing lifting and towing all MTVs loaded to GVW, except the Recovery Vehicle which is at curb weight, as specified below without damage or permanent deformation to the Recovery Vehicle or towed vehicle: FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

15. COLOR

(a) Is the exterior color of the vehicle desert tan 686, color chip 33446, or equivalent? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Are any bright finishes or chrome plating visible with the exception of vehicle fasteners and battery connections? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

16. CAB

(a) Type Seating capacity

(b) Are manual windows provided? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

17. TOWING PROVISIONS

(a) Is a swivel pintle provided? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, Manufacturer Model Type Capacity off-road (pounds)

1) Pintle height from ground (inches)

2) Are rear electrical and air brake connections for the towing of trailers (up to 11,000 lbs at GVW) provided? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, please provide description, including components, braking connection types

(b) Are electrical and air brake connections with integral dust covers provided for the towing of MTVs? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes, please describe: locations:

(c) NATO 12-Pin, 24-volt electrical hook-up for trailers and MTV provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Are front and rear mounted electrical and air brake connections with integral dust covers provided for activation of lights and brakes when the GTT is being towed? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

18. BODY

(a) Is the forward end of the body (nearest the cab) equipped with a fixed front wall or headache rack? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Dimensions of the fixed front wall or headache rack:

(b) Is a schematic diagram provided of the vehicle layout, including but not limited to the hydraulic controls and gages, crane, winch, outriggers, ground chocks (spades) and storage provisions for all tools, remote controls and accessories? FORMDROPDOWN

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A schematic diagram of the vehicle including hydraulic controls and gages, crane, winch, outriggers, ground chocks (spades) and storage for all tools, remote controls and accessories must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, etc.)

(c) Is a six element strobe-type light bar, with forward and side facing strobe heads provided? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes, Location: , Manufacturer , Model , describe:

(d) Is the vehicle provided with an underlift? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Tow capacity pounds

2) Lifting capacity: Retracted pounds; Extended per SAE J2512 pounds, Retracted effective per SAE J2512 pounds

3) Distance from tailboard to centerline of fork: Extended feet; Retracted feet; Number of stages/sections

4) Tilt angle: Above horizontal degrees; Below horizontal degrees

5) Is the vehicle’s body provided with power tilt, extension & retraction, elevation & fold? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

19. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

(a) How is the power supplied to the hydraulic pump(s) for the hydraulic system? (PTO, etc.)

(b) Hydraulic Pump: Manufacturer: Model: Type: , Capacity: (gpm) Pressure:

1) PTO: Manufacturer: Model: Type: Rated power: (kW) Speed: (rpm)

2) Are cab controls for PTO engagement and disengagement provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Is the hydraulic system capable of providing power for all of the following functions to the performance requirements specified; winch and crane operation, vehicle outriggers, and ground chocks (spades)? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Are the controls for the hydraulic system for each of the above functions (19(c)) protected from weather and accidental damage? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Is the speed control of the hydraulic functions proportional to the amount of control device movement? FORMDROPDOWN

2) Are two remote control devices for the hydraulic functions provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(i) Are the remote control devices operable up to 33 feet from the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Are hydraulic system pressure gauges provided on the fixed control panel(s)? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

20. LIFT/TOWING EQUIPMENT

(a) Can the crane be used to lift the leading end of the towed vehicle during lift/towing operations? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) Is the lift/towing system (crane and mechanical hookups) capable of being locked in place during towing operations. FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

21. CRANE/ROTATOR

(a) Manufacturer Model Type Rated Capacity (ton) at feet of reach.

(b) Is the crane equipped with a hydraulic and variable speed winch? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Are all of the crane functions hydraulically powered? FORMDROPDOWN

1) FORMCHECKBOX

Elevation

FORMCHECKBOX

Extension FORMCHECKBOX Retraction FORMCHECKBOX Rotation while under load

2) Is the crane capable of performing each of the checked functions while under load? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Through what angle can the crane slew? degrees

(e) Can the crane meet each of the following performance requirements without damage or deformation to the crane or vehicle components:

1) What is the lift capacity of the crane with outriggers deployed and the hook at a horizontal distance of 9.8 feet from the edge of the vehicle? (lb)

(i) To what height can this load be lifted? (measured from the ground to the bottom of the hook) (ft)

2) What is the lift capacity of the crane with boom not supported, outriggers deployed, and the hook at a horizontal distance of 19.6 feet from the edge of the vehicle? (lb)

Comments:

22. cRANE/ROTATOR WINCH

(a) Manufacturer Model Type Rated capacity (lb)

1) Gear train Gear ratio Fairlead type Clutch Brake Number of speeds

2) Provide schematic showing the location of the main recovery winch on the vehicle body.

(i) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A schematic diagram showing location of the main recovery winch on the vehicle body must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

3) What is the bottom layer rating single line pull capability of the provided winch? (lb)

(i) Is the winch capable of at least 50% of that capability at top layer line pull? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) What length of wire cable is provided? (ft) Diameter? (in)

(c) Is the end of the winch cable equipped with a clevis? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Is the winch protected with a pressure relief device set to prevent damage to any of the winching system components during a maximum line pull? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Is the vehicle equipped with hydraulically deployable self-positioning ground chocks (spades)? FORMDROPDOWN

(f) Is the winch for the crane capable of lowering or raising at the maximum rated load at speeds ranging from zero to at least 3.3 ft/min? FORMDROPDOWN

(g) Is the crane winch provided with non-twist wire rope with a safety factor of at least 300% of the rated capacity of the winch? FORMDROPDOWN , Safety factor: : 1

(h) Is the crane winch equipped with a braking system for controlled lowering? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

23. hydraulic outriggers

(a) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A picture/specification sheet and drawing of the hydraulic outriggers must be provided. (submit drawings in Adobe .pdf format) State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(b) Will the outriggers enable crane operation on up to a 7% slope? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Can the outriggers be operated independently of each other as well as independently of all other hydraulic functions? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments:

24. accessories

(a) Is dedicated lockable storage provided on the vehicle body for items listed in b through i below? FORMDROPDOWN , If yes, please describe:

(b) Please indicate or list all of the towing and lifting accessories provided: FORMCHECKBOX tow bar FORMCHECKBOX block and tackle FORMCHECKBOX safety chains/straps FORMCHECKBOX wheel locks FORMCHECKBOX support straps FORMCHECKBOX pintle hook adapter FORMCHECKBOX fifth wheel adapter FORMCHECKBOX lifting forks FORMCHECKBOX other(s):

(c) What length of tire inflating hose is provided with this vehicle? ft

1) Type of connections on both ends (i.e. quick-disconnect, etc.)

2) Is the air system for the tire inflating hose supplied by the vehicle’s compressed air system? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Is the vehicle equipped with a mounted vise? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Which of the following jacks are provided with the vehicle: FORMCHECKBOX Sand, FORMCHECKBOX Air, FORMCHECKBOX Air bag, FORMCHECKBOX Other:

1) Please provide the individual capacities of all jacks provided:

(f) Is the vehicle provided with a Craftsman 540-piece tool set or equivalent with carrying case? FORMDROPDOWN

(g) Lighting apparatus for night-time vehicle recovery operations provided? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes, please describe:

(h) Is an oxy acetylene cutting device provided with the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN Please indicate the accessories provided: FORMCHECKBOX Torch handles, FORMCHECKBOX Cutting attachments, FORMCHECKBOX Oxygen Tank, FORMCHECKBOX Acetylene Tank, FORMCHECKBOX Regulators, FORMCHECKBOX Cutting tips, FORMCHECKBOX Safety accessories, FORMCHECKBOX Other

(i) Is an angle grinder provided and powered by the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

Please indicate the accessories provided: FORMCHECKBOX Blades, FORMCHECKBOX Blade changing tools, FORMCHECKBOX Safety accessories, FORMCHECKBOX Other Comments:

25. CORROSION PROTECTION

(a) Is the entire vehicle provided (where applicable) with Carwell (www.carwell.com) type of corrosion protection to prevent corrosion and rust due to exposure to a salt atmosphere? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes describe:

(b) If the vehicle is not provided with Carwell, is it provided with an equivalent type of protection? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes what type of protection is provided?

(c) Are different types of corrosion protection used on different parts of the vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes describe Comments:

26. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tags

(a) Is each vehicle or item and associated lot of spares tagged with a removable active RFID tracking tag? FORMDROPDOWN Manufacturer Model

(b) Will the tag’s electronic format be in compliance with the Joint Total Asset Visibility (JTAV) version 2.0 specifications, section 3.4.1 format? FORMDROPDOWN

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

Comments:

SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE, SEE FAR 3.104