Attachment_0004_TIQ_MTV_Vehicle_Recovery_Truck.doc

TECHNICAL INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE

March 2019

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(b), 1(c)1, 3(a)1, 6(a)1, 11(b)1, 13(b), 18(b)1, 22(a)1(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, any tools, less the weight of the crew (driver and passengers - 175 pounds each).

(c) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) shown shall include curb weight of the vehicle, weight of the crew of four (700 pounds total), and the available payload.

(d) Gross Combination Weight (GCW) shall include the vehicle GVW and a weight of a MTV at GVW using the underlift.

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:

VEHICLE RECOVERY TRUCK - MTV

1. CONFIGURATION

(a) Is the vehicle a 2018 model year or later? FORMDROPDOWN

(b) 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.)

(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 and English and Arabic or universal symbols as specified in the delivery order? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Do all manuals contain an amendment 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 or no and briefly expand in comment section, as needed):

(a) 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) Push button or lever actuated ignition? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Disabled integral OEM keyed door, steering column, and ignition locks, if so equipped? FORMDROPDOWN

(d) Door latches or hasps with padlocks on both driver and passenger sides? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Lockable toolbox(s) provided for storage of tools and BII? FORMDROPDOWN Total volume of tool box(s) provided cubic foot

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

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

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

(i) ABC type fire extinguisher & mounted bracket? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, Capacity lbs Mounting location

(j) Vehicle rear wheels covered by metal fenders or body structure or a combination of both, with rear anti-sail mudguards provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(k) Four frame-mounted tow hooks provided? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, Locations

(l) Two 5 gallon (or 20 liter) jerry cans with mounting provisions? FORMDROPDOWN

1) Are the jerry cans labeled “Diesel Fuel Only” in English and the language specified in the contract (French or Arabic)? FORMDROPDOWN

(m) At least one 24-unit first aid kit, which meets or exceeds ANSI Standard Z308.1-2009? FORMDROPDOWN

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 Ground clearance

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

WEIGHTS (pounds)

(c) Curb weight (chassis and recovery body total)

(d) Weight of operator and three passengers 700 lbs

(e) Payload

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

(g) WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION AT CURB WEIGHT

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 total

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

(h) GCW WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION (with a towed MTV at GVW using the underlift):

1) Loaded, front axle

2) Loaded, forward axle (of tandem axle)

3) Loaded, rearward axle (of tandem axle)

4) Loaded, tandem total

5) Loaded, total

Comments

6. ENGINE

(a) Number of cylinders

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

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

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

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

Comments

7. CHASSIS, DRIVELINE AND SUSPENSION

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

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

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

(d) Is a transfer case provided? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

SUSPENSION

(e) Front: Type Load rating Tandem: Type Load rating Comments

8. TRANSMISSION

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

Comments

9. STEERING

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

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, including spare, the same size, load rating and tread design? FORMDROPDOWN

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

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

(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 and unloading of spare tire? FORMDROPDOWN If yes, describe Comments

12. ELECTRICAL

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

(b) Is a NATO slave starting receptacle provided? FORMDROPDOWN , if yes, operates at volts

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

(d) Is a battery equalizer provided? FORMDROPDOWN IP Rating

(e) Charging capacity of the vehicle volts amps

(f) Is the vehicle provided with a NATO 12-pin, 24-volt connector for towing trailers and MTVs? FORMDROPDOWN

(g) Is a Master Battery Disconnect (MBD) Switch provided? FORMDROPDOWN Manufacturer Model Comments

13. PERFORMANCE

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

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

(c) Is the vehicle, at curb weight, capable of meeting the following performance requirements:

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

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

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

2) Specify the maximum grade (% slope) the parking brake will hold the vehicle (%)

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

1) Maintaining a minimum speed of 25 mph on a 2% grade FORMDROPDOWN

2) Operating on sandy roads at an average speed of at least 17 mph? FORMDROPDOWN

3) Climbing and descending a 40% longitudinal slope. FORMDROPDOWN

4) Operating from an integral fuel tank(s) for at least 310 miles on highway surfaces at an average speed of not less than 37 mph. FORMDROPDOWN

5) 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 any MTV loaded to GVW, and the Vehicle Recovery Truck at curb weight only, without damage or permanent deformation to the Vehicle Recovery Truck or the towed vehicle? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

15. COLOR

(a) Is the exterior color of the vehicle Desert Tan 686, White, Olive Drab Green or the closest commercial equivalent as specified in the solicitation? 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) Is an easily accessible weapons bracket capable of securing two AK-47 type weapons provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(c) Are the manufacturer’s heavy-duty air conditioning and heating systems provided? FORMDROPDOWN

Comments

17. TOWING PROVISIONS

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

1) Pintle height from ground inches

(b) 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

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

(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

(e) Is the vehicle capable of flat towing a GTT at GVW using the swivel pintle? 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 or 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: psi

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) Is a remote control device for the hydraulic functions provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(i) Is the remote control device 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 AND TOWING EQUIPMENT

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

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

Comments:

21. CRANE AND ROTATOR

(a) Is a crane provided? FORMDROPDOWN

(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 AND ROTATOR WINCH

(a) Crane and Rotator Winch Gear train Gear ratio Fairlead type Clutch Brake Number of speeds

1) 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.)

2) 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 full capacity 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 per 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

(d) Can the operator view the outriggers while in motion? FORMDROPDOWN

(e) Is a level indicator provided for use with the outriggers? 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 or 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-connect, 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

(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