Attachment_0002_TIQ_-_General_Transport_Truck_-_Troop_Trans.docx

Technical Information Questionnaire (TIQ) March 2019

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

GENERAL TRANSPORT 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(b), 1(c)1, 3(a)1, 6(a)1, 11(b)1, 13(e), 17(a)1, and 18(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 lbs each).

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

(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 10,000 lbs with a vertical load on the pintle of 1,000 lbs).

GENERAL INFORMATION REQUIRED

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

GENERAL TRANSPORT TRUCK - MTV

1. CONFIGURATION

(a) Is the vehicle a 2018 model year or newer?

(b) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: Dimensioned exterior drawings of the vehicle 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.)

(c) Which safety standard does the vehicle meet?

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: Provide documentation identifying which standard is met. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

Comments

2. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

(a) Are all operator manuals, instructions, diagrams, and warning labels for each vehicle, bilingual in English and French, English and Arabic, or universal symbols as specified in the delivery order?

1) Do all manuals contain an amendment stating the ability to operate on ultra-high sulfur diesel fuel (10,000 ppm or 1%)?

Comments

3. EQUIPMENT

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

(a) All standard equipment?

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?

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

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

(e) Are there Lockable toolbox(s) or secured stowage compartment(s) for storage of manufacturer’s standard equipment and accessories, and other equipment identified in the specification?

(f) Are standard tools provided for simple operator level maintenance? List tools provided

(g) Tire changing tools and a lifting jack provided?

1) Is the Lifting jack capable of lifting the vehicle at ½ curb weight? Provide Capacity: tons

(h) Tools (if required) for set-up and take-down of soft cover and support system? Tools provided

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

(j) Is the vehicle provided with pioneer tools (shovel, pick axe), portable handheld flashlight of a minimum 6 volts, and at least three red emergency reflective triangles?

(k) Is the vehicle provided with tire inflating hose with quick-connect fittings on both ends that is powered by the vehicle compressed air system and of sufficient length to inflate all tires on the vehicle, with a chuck and pressure gauge?

(l) Does the vehicle have two (2) front and two (2) rear frame-mounted tow hooks? Identify types Capacity lbs

(m) Is a front-mounted vehicle self-recovery winch provided?

1) Rated capacity (bare drum first layer) lbs

2) Length of cable ft

3) Is a roller fairlead provided?

4) Winch remote control provided? Distance from vehicle remote control can operate ft Comments

4. RATINGS

(a) Do any of the component ratings exceed the manufacturer’s published ratings?

(b) Are the all of the individual components rated at or above the GVW or GCW, whichever is greater, specified for the vehicle?

Comments

5. DIMENSIONS (inches)

(a) Wheelbase

(b) Ground clearance

(c) Overall dimensions (at curb weight) Length Width (excluding mirrors) Height Comments

WEIGHTS (pounds)

(d) Curb weight (chassis and body total)

(e) Weight of operator and one passenger 350 lbs

(f) Payload

(g) GVW (total of (d), (e) and (f))

(h) WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

1) Curb weight, front axle

2) Curb weight, forward axle (of tandem axle)

3) Curb weight, rearward axle (of tandem axle)

4) Curb weight, tandem axle total

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

(i) GVW WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

1) Loaded, front axle

2) Loaded, forward axle (of tandem axle)

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

(j) GCW WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION (with 1,000 pound vertical pintle load from 10,000 pound trailer):

1) Loaded, front axle

2) Loaded, forward axle (of tandem axle)

6) Maximum allowable vertical load on pintle Comments

6. ENGINE

(a) Number of cylinders Displacement cu. in.

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: Engine power and engine torque curves must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

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

1) Is engine performance degraded from operation on ultra-high sulfur content diesel (10,000 ppm or 1%). Provide supporting documentation and applicable test results. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(c) Is the vehicle configured for an export market?

(d) Is the vehicle provided with any emission controls?

1) If emission controls were removed after manufacturing, provide documentation required under section 6.2 of the specification. State where the documentation is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(e) Is a maintenance and service schedule for the vehicle while operating on ultra-high sulfur content diesel fuel (10,000 ppm or 1%) provided and also included in the operator’s manual?

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

Comments

7. CHASSIS, DRIVELINE, SUSPENSION AND FRAME

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

(b) Are the driveline and rear axle ratios the same for all vehicles?

(c) Are rear driver-controlled locking differentials provided?

(d) Is a transfer case provided?

Comments

SUSPENSION

(e) Front: Type Load rating lbs

(f) Tandem: Type Load rating lbs Comments

8. TRANSMISSION

(a) Is the vehicle equipped with a manual transmission?

Comments

9. STEERING

(a) Does the vehicle have left hand drive and power steering?

Comments

10. BRAKES

(a) Is the vehicle equipped with a service brake system, emergency brake system, relief (engine or exhaust) brake system, and parking brake?

(b) Service brakes:

1) Are service brakes a dual circuit air brake system with ABS and an air dryer?

2) Is the ABS a minimum of 4S/4M?

Comments

11. TIRES

(a) Are all tires tubeless, off road, and radial construction?

(b) Do the tires support a minimum load rating of 125% of the vehicles proposed GVW or GCW?

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s) listing load rating must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

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

1) Does the storage location of the spare tire interfere with vehicle operations?

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

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

12. ELECTRICAL

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

(b) Is a NATO slave starting receptacle provided?

(c) Are the following circuits provide and do they all operate at 24 volts: NATO 12-pin connector for towing trailers and MTVs? Starting circuit and charging circuit? NATO slave starting receptacle?

(d) Heavy-duty battery(ies) provided? Quantity

(e) Is a battery equalizer provided?

1) Is the battery equalizer IP Rating a minimum of IP67?

(f) Charging capacity of the vehicle volts amps Comments

13. PERFORMANCE

(a) Is the vehicle capable of being stored, started, and operated in temperatures ranging from 10 to 120°F?

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

(c) Does the parking brake hold the vehicle on a 30% longitudinal slope at GVW?

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

(e) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: Provide an Allison SCAAN computer scan (or equivalent) that provides data on the below performance requirements in (f), and (g). State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(f) Is the vehicle, at GCW, capable of meeting the following performance requirements:

1) Maintaining a minimum speed of 30 mph on a 2% slope?

2) Operating on sandy roads at an average speed of at least 22 mph?

(g) Is the vehicle, at GVW, capable of meeting the following performance requirements:

1) Climbing and descending a 40% longitudinal slope?

2) Climbing a 40% longitudinal slope at a minimum speed of 2.5 mph?

3) Maintaining a speed of at least 47 mph on a level highway?

Comments

14. COLOR

(a) Is the exterior color of all vehicles Desert Tan 686A, color chip 33446 in accordance with FED-STD-595, semi-gloss White, Olive Drab Green, or the closest commercial equivalent as specified in the solicitation?

(b) Are all wheels powder coated in a black finish?

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

Comments

15. CAB

(a) Does the vehicle have an extended cab?

1) Does the cab accommodate driver and a minimum of one passenger?

(b) Is a foot stand for weapons mount operation provided?

1) Provide the following information regarding the footstand? location , weight capacity lbs, and description

(c) Is an easily accessible weapons bracket capable of securing a minimum of two (2) AK-47 type weapons provided?

(d) Manufacturer’s heavy-duty air conditioning and heating systems shall be provided?

1) Is the air conditioning system designed for operation in dusty, desert environments, and humid, tropical environments, with temperatures ranging from 10 to 120°F?

Comments

16. TOWING PROVISIONS

(a) Is a swivel pintle provided? What is the pintle capacity off-road lbs

1) Is the Pintle height a nominal 40 inches when measured from the ground?

2) Are rear electrical and air brake connections for the towing of trailers (up to 10,000 lbs at GVW) provided?

(i) Provide description, including components, braking connection types

(b) Are front and rear mounted electrical and air brake connections with integral dust covers provided for the towing of MTV?

1) Are air hoses for MTV towing operations provided? Length of hoses: ft

(c) Is a towing bar provided that is capable of towing any MTV at GVW (except Vehicle Recovery Truck, which is at curb weight) without damage or permanent deformation to either vehicle or any components? If yes:

1) Capacity tons

2) Is towing bar compatible with the swivel pintle and pintle mount?

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

Comments

17. CARGO BODY

(a) Type Floor material Thickness inches

1) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure or specification sheet(s) of the cargo body must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(b) Is the cargo body capable of safely transporting:

1) A minimum of 13,225 lbs payload evenly distributed over the body floor?

2) When required, a minimum of 20 people and their gear?

(c) Are drop sides provided?

(d) Cargo body floor dimensions: Length inches Width inches Height inches

1) Are the cargo body drop sides provided and are they at least 12 inches in height?

(e) Is the cargo body provided with the mounting interfaces and all components required for mounting the removable seats, soft cover and support structure?

(f) Is a metal ladder or steps provided to aid troop ingress and egress?

1) Describe (type, material, mounting provisions, dimensions, etc.)

2) Is a dedicated stowage location provided on the vehicle for the ladder or stairs?

(i) Provide description (if self-storing into vehicle) or location

(g) Are a minimum of six (6) tie-down rings or hooks provided on cargo body floor?

1) Are they flush-mounted? Please provide schematic-diagram of tie-down ring or hook location.

Comments

18. WEAPON MOUNT

(a) SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: A brochure, picture or specification sheet(s) must be provided. State where this is provided in your proposal (e.g. page number, paragraph, etc.)

(b) Is a vehicle provided with a ring and bearing type weapon mount with continuous 360 degrees of rotation and the capability for a 12.7 mm (50 caliber) machine gun?

1) Is the weapon mount mounted on the cab roof and safely operable by the cab passenger while the vehicle is in motion?

(c) Is the access to the weapon mount (hatch) through the cab roof?

1) Does the roof hatch allow for the cab passenger access to weapon mount?

(i) Is the hatch self-draining and weather-tight?

(ii) Is the hatch quick-access type?

(iii) Is hatch provided with means to securely lock it in place while in open or closed positions?

Comments

19. CORROSION PROTECTION

(a) Is the entire vehicle, where applicable (including the troop seating and soft cover support structure) provided with Carwell (www.carwell.com) type of corrosion protection to prevent corrosion and rust due?

1) Describe the application process

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

1) What equivalent type of protection is provided?

2) Describe the equivalent type application process:

(c) Are different types of corrosion protection used on different parts of the vehicle?

1) Describe which different types are used and the application process:

Comments

20. RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID) TAGS

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

(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?

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

Comments

21. TROOP SEATING

(a) Are removable seating provisions for at least 20 troops with full gear provided?

1) Provide a schematic diagram of troop seating and gear stowage (including dimensions). Describe troop seats, including dimensions, construction features, mounting provisions and interfaces, etc.

2) Are troop seats integral with the cargo body sides?

3) Is stowage space provided?

(i) Describe the location of the stowage space

4) If any tools are required for the set-up, take-down & stowage of the troop seats, are the required tools provided?

(i) If tools are required, provide an itemized list of the tools Comments

22. SOFT COVER AND SUPPORT STRUCTURE

(a) Is a removable weather resistant soft cover and support structure provided for the cargo body?

1) Is soft cover and support structure capable of remaining in place without damage when the vehicle is subjected to the performance requirements specified in section 13 of the Specification?

2) Does soft cover and support structure impede or interfere with the transportation of personnel and gear or use of the machine gun on the weapon mount?

3) What is the amount of headroom in the cargo body with soft cover and support structure installed? inches

4) Are stowage provisions provided for the soft cover and support structure that do not impede or interfere with troop and cargo area?

(i) Describe the stowage provisions

5) Is the color of the soft cover match the vehicle color, or the closest available color to it?

Comments

SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE, SEE FAR 3.104