1. UPDATED Statement of Work for CNC Electical Discharge Machine.pdf

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CNC Wire Electric Discharge Machines Federal contract opportunity
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W911KF-24-Q-0032
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Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Detroit Arsenal

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This document is a purchase specification that provides the minimum requirements for one or more new Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Wire Electrical Discharge Machines (CNC Wire EDMs). The key details include:

The CNC Wire EDM must be a fully integrated, computer-controlled system capable of cutting a wide range of conductive materials. Required features include a state-of-the-art control system, cutting software package, axis drive system, electrical cutting system, flushing pump, material support system, and dielectric filtration system. The equipment must comply with applicable safety and environmental regulations. Delivery is required within 120 calendar days after contract award. The government will accept the CNC Wire EDM only after the contractor demonstrates required performance capabilities. The contractor must provide technical documentation, training for operators and maintenance personnel, and a one-year warranty.

This specification is associated with a federal contract opportunity (Solicitation Number W911KF-24-Q-0032) issued by the Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Detroit Arsenal for the purchase of three CNC Wire EDMs.

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1. Statement of Work (SOW).pdf PDF
4. Past Performance Questionnaire.pdf PDF
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DESCRIPTION/WORK STATEMENT/SPECIFICATION

Project: Purchase new Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Wire Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM)

1.0 Scope: This purchase specification provides the minimum requirements for 1 or more new Computer Numerical Control CNC Wire Electrical Discharge Machine (CNC Wire EDM).

2.0 Applicable Documents. The following documents form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the issue in effect on date of request for proposal shall apply:

U.S. Department of Labor

CFR Title 29, Chapter XVII, Part 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Regulations

(Applications for copies shall be made to the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402)

Electronic Industries Alliance

J-STD-001C – Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies

(Application for copies shall be made to the Institute for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits, 2215 Sanders Road, Northbrook, Illinois 60062-6135)

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

NFPA - 70 the National Electrical Code, 1996

NFPA - 79 Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery, 1997

(Application for copies should be made to the National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269- 9101)

Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

UL 508 Standard for Safety for Industrial Control Equipment

(Application for copies should be made to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062-2096

2.1 Order of Precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this specification and the references cited herein, the text of this specification shall take precedence.

3.0 General Requirements: The CNC Wire EDM shall be new and one of the manufacturer’s current models. The CNC Wire EDM shall be a fully integrated system operated by computer numerical control (CNC). The CNC Wire EDM shall have within the control software and technology for cutting a wide range of materials. The CNC Wire EDM shall have an axis drive system capable of both straight and contour linear cutting perpendicular to the work piece in any direction and at vertical angles up to 45 degrees using CNC. The CNC Wire EDM shall have a material support system that is designed specifically for CNC Wire EDM cutting. The CNC Wire EDM shall have a filtration system to support the deionization of the system water. The CNC Wire EDM shall be a compact system that focuses all system controls through the one Control System. The CNC Wire EDM shall include all tools and wrenches typically supplied by the manufacturer for this type equipment and its accessories and tooling package as required.

3.1 Salient Features: The CNC Wire EDM shall as a minimum include the following salient features:

• Control System

• Software Material Support System

• Material Support System

• Axis drive System

• Electrical Discharge Cutting System

• Intensifier Flushing Pump

• Di-Electric Filtration System

3.1.1. Control System: Control System shall be a state-of-the-art machine tool control system and shall integrate the operation of the machine. The machines control shall provide as CNC control with the following features:

HMI Interface CNC with (1) 64 bit and (4) 32 bit control processors and 15” Color

LCD – Touch Screen LED Lights Operator Guidance screens for operations, alarms, maintenance and replacement part numbers.

Ethernet port USB Ports Automatic power recovery Automatic restart 3D Coordinate System Rotation Plane selectable programming G17/G18/G19 for Wire Diversion applications Wire center path calculation G41/G42 Reverse copy (symmetry) M96/M97 Automatic corner rounding Low air pressure alarm

Heidenhain Linear Glass Scales Work coordinate systems (33 Standard) Retrace Five (5) standard controllable axes (X, Y, U, V, Z) Absolute position encoder system Independent column mounted U and V axis slides Anti-Crash protection (X, Y, U, V, Z) Programmable “Z” axis controller (Handheld pendant) Quick conversational programming Servo Motor Controlled automatic water level control in work tank.

Programmable Flushing Scaling Rotation Mirror image X and Y axes independently Positioning commands - Edge / Corner, Hole, Centering inside and outside manually or with G codes.

Decimal point input Inch / Metric switchable – G20/G21 One Set of .010” High Precision die guides Stainless Submersible Vertical Wire Alignment Gauge Wash down hose with nozzle.

Chiller unit for dielectric fluid (Inverter controlled to +/- 0.1 deg C)

3.1.2. Software:

3.1.2.1. Cutting Software Package: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a cutting software package that includes G-Code programming that shall provide features to maximize productivity while minimizing time. The cutting software package shall allow the operator to program the CNC Wire EDM by drawing a part with design software, or by importing part geometry from any standard CAD format. The Wire EDM control will accept G-Code programming. The cutting software package shall allow the user to manipulate or edit the most complex part programs. The cutting software package shall apply technology to optimize cutting speeds based on common user- input parameters such as desired edge finish, material thickness, and material. The cutting software package shall include a material technology library. The cutting software package shall have technology to optimize and control the effects of material thickness has on cutting performance.

The cutting software package capability shall include but is not limited to the following:

• Import industry standard DXF, DWG, IGS, CADKEY, CDL, and HPL files

• Icon-based menu structure

• Graphical programming environment

• Modifiable tool path generation with automatic lead-in and lead-out and rapid traverse lines

• Part Rendering Capability

• Help section and users guide on the machine control.

• Plate alignment function to compensate for plate rotation, angle or skew.

• 0 to 125% feed rate override.

• Array nesting with adjustable gap between parts.

• Part preview displays and “Dry Run” option to test part programs.

• Automatic and Accurate part time estimation.

• Ability to restart a cut from any point on the path or nest.

• Custom macro functions for special applications.

• Automatic and full control of the complete CNC Wire EDM directly from the control.

• Diagnostic screen for system troubleshooting.

• Ability to set multiple user home positions.

3.1.3. Axis Drive System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have an axis drive system that ensures maximum speed and power efficiency while maintaining constant backlash control. The CNC Wire EDM shall have a linear axis assembly that is driven by digital AC servo motors that drive the axis by a pre-loaded ball screw assembly. The CNC Wire EDM shall have servo amplifiers that receive feedback from rotary encoders that make up a closed loop system. The axis drive system shall include but is not limited to the following:

• X and Y axis linear bearings and hardened precision-ground ways.

• Protective covering for the X axis, Y axis and the vertical Z axis with U and V

Axes

• Utilize ultra-precision motors and encoders.

3.1.3.1. Machine Positional Specifications (per linear axis)

• X and Y axes linear positional accuracy: ± 0.000004 inch per foot at 68° ± 3°F

• X and Y axes repeatability: ± 0.00006 inch, 68° ± 3°F

3.1.3.2 Machine Speed Ranges: The CNC Wire EDM shall as a minimum have speed ranges as follows:

• Linear Cutting Speed range: 0 to .500 ipm

• Rapid traverse maximum: 2.500 ipm

• Contouring maximum: .300 ipm

3.1.3.3. Z-Axis: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a Z-axis mechanical design that allows for manual movement of the cutting head. The Z-axis shall include but is not limited to the following:

• Precision electric drive Unit

• Position feedback that provides closed-loop control of the Z-axis

• 10.0 inches of vertical Z-axis travel

• Protective covering of critical components

3.1.4. Electrical Cutting System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a cutting system that shall as a minimum consists of main components: a wire delivery system, a generator and a Di-electric filtration system. The CNC Wire EDM shall combine the energy of a pressurized flushing stream to remove materials and particles from cut materials. The Wire EDM shall be capable cutting a wide range of conductive materials, producing both straight, contoured and angular cutting in any direction.

3.1.4.1. Spent Wire Collection System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a used wire processor that crimps or chops the spent wire. The system shall have a hopper that holds as a minimum 100 lbs. of spent wire.

3.1.4.2. Auto Wire System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have the following technology for controlling and monitoring the wire system while in operation.

Auto wire recovery function (AWR) Wire break skip function / Cutting condition adjustment function.

Retry skip function.

AWF monitor screen AWF result monitor screen Re-cutting function Simple retry function.

Simple retry position indication.

Full retry function.

Wire break position indication Alarm recovery guidance EDM data adjustment function on AWR AWF start hole search function / short release function.

3.1.4.3. EDM Cutting System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum one (1) cutting head that the CNC Wire EDM shall be able to cut in a minimum of five (5) axes to generate a high-energy electrical spark erosion, while the flushing stream clears the cutting path capable of cutting materials such as aluminum, carbon steel, other metals including armor plate. The cutting head of the CNC Wire EDM shall be mounted with mechanical coupling that allows the U and V axes to position up to +/- 45 degrees minimum from its vertical starting point. The cutting head shall include but is not limited to the following features:

• Sensor designed to detect and prevent collisions with obstructions that could damage the cutting head.

• A guide performance monitor that analyzes and monitors guide wear.

• A mechanism for precise and rigid control of the cutting head.

• A flushing nozzle sensor capable of establishing the proper pressure between the upper and lower nozzle tip and the material surface.

3.1.5. Flushing Pump: The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum a pump designed to be easy to operate and to maintain flushing during the cutting process. The pump shall be a standard single, electrically operated. The pump shall be integrated within the CNC Wire EDM control system. All of the pump controls shall be located on the operator station interface screen. The pump on/off indicator and all pressure settings are to be displayed at the operator station. The CNC Wire EDM shall have a pump diagnostic screen which displays the status of sensors for:

• Low inlet water pressure

• High bleed-down and check valve temperature

• Low inlet water pressure

• High bleed-down and check valve temperature

• High Capacity Digitally Controlled Dual Flush Pumps

• Dielectric Filter Air Purge

• Washdown Hose Kit

3.1.5.2. Solid state motor control package: The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum a solid state motor control package that includes but is not limited to the following:

• NEMA 4 enclosure

• Circuit breaker disconnect

• Bypass contactors

• Control power transformer for 120V with primary and secondary protection circuit breakers

• Termination’s for user-supplied remote run/stop contact

• Class 10 overload protection

3.1.6. Material Support System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum a cutting table designed specifically for use with the CNC Wire EDMand its accessories.

The cutting table shall be designed for functionality and be constructed of heavy-duty steel. The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum a material support system that include but is not limited to the following:

A cutting area with a minimum work area 28” x 24” x 10”

Hardened Material support system with a tooling clamp support lip on both ends.

Work piece capacity weight of 1100 lbs.

3.1.7 Automatic Tank Height Setting Function: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a fliud height setting function that enables the dielectric fluid height in the work tank to be controlled automatically according to the Z-axis position.

3.1.8. Dielectric Filtration System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a filtration system designed to condition and chill the CNC Wire EDM water input to the integrated intensifier filtration pump for deionization, during the machine operation and before wastewater discharge.

3.1.8.1 Dielectric Cooling System: The CNC Wire EDM shall have a cooling system designed to provide stabilized water temperature prior to discharging to the di-electric tank.

3.1.9. Low-Profile Fixture Clamps: The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum a tooling package to include 4 stainless low-profile clamps that are adjustable to hold material from thin sheet to thick steel and aluminum.

3.1.10 Spare Parts/Starter package: The CNC Wire EDM shall have as a minimum a spare parts kit containing the manufactures recommended spare parts and start up materials/consumables to include initial charge of Resin.

• LED Work light

• Maintenance Set

• This consists of one each the following items: Taper and Wire vertical alignment jig, Tension Jig and Torque Driver.

• Washdown Hose Kit

• Wash Gun for cleaning parts and inside tank

• Resin Tank System

• .010 Wire

• Installation, Safety and Parts Manual

3.2 System of Units. The equipment shall display all units of measure in the U.S.

Customary System of Units (first) and be capable of displaying both U.S. Customary System of Units and Scientific Units (second) where applicable.

3.3 Equipment Location. The CNC Wire EDM and its accessories shall be located in a machine shop area not to exceed 12’ X 12’.

3.4 Electrical Power Requirements. The CNC Wire EDM shall be designed to operate on 208/230/460 VAC, three phase, 60-hertz electrical power. The electrical system shall conform to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 79.

3.4.1 Electrical Noise. The electrical power is subject to noise. If the CNC Wire EDM requires clean electrical power for proper operation, a properly sized power-conditioning unit shall be included with the CNC Wire EDM. If the CNC Wire EDMis subject to interference from adjacent machinery, the CNC Wire EDM shall include the proper shielding to prevent malfunctions.

3.5 Safety and Health Requirements. The manufacturer shall ensure that the CNC Wire EDM and all equipment and accessories used on the machine shall be in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.

3.5.1 Noise Level. Noise emitted by the CNC Wire EDM shall be no greater than 80 decibels as measured per ANSI S12.23-1989. The 80-decibel limit is absolute.

Techniques such as sound level averaging or exposure time weighing shall not be used in meeting this requirement. Any shields, baffles, enclosures or other devices required to bring the equipment into conformance with this requirement shall not interfere with visibility needed for safe operation of the CNC Wire EDM machine. Operators shall be able to use this equipment without the need for hearing protection.

3.5.2 Ergonomics. The equipment shall be ergonomically designed to prevent the occurrence of repetitive stress injuries.

3.6 Reliability. Evidence of the reliability of the proposed CNC Wire EDM shall be included with the contractor's proposal. The reliability of the CNC Wire EDM cited will be a factor in the past performance evaluation of the contractor's proposal.

3.7 Maintainability. The CNC Wire EDM shall be constructed using commercial off-the-shelf components to the maximum extent possible to ensure the prompt availability of repair parts. The contractor shall provide evidence that repair parts and service for the CNC Wire EDM are readily available. The contractor shall also provide information on the normal maintenance actions required for the CNC Wire EDM including type of maintenance, required interval, mean time to perform maintenance and number and skill of people required to perform the maintenance actions. The CNC Wire EDMs maintainability will be a factor in the past performance evaluation of the contractor's proposal.

3.7.1 Construction. The CNC Wire EDM and its accessories shall be constructed of quality material to the maximum extent possible.

3.7.2 Components The components used to manufacture this CNC Wire EDM shall be the manufacturer’s latest make and model. The contractor shall only use components that will be readily available for a minimum of 10 years after installation or can be easily replaced with newer components of the same type. This includes not only contractor-manufactured items but also those supplied by sub-contractors.

3.7.3. Warranty: The CNC Wire EDM shall be covered by the manufacturer’s standard commercial warranty for this type of equipment and shall be for a period of not less than one year. The warranty shall be written in the Anniston Army Depot’s name. During the warranty period, the contractor shall be responsible for the repair of any defects in equipment parts or workmanship. The contractor shall respond to request within 48 hours after the request.

3.8 Nameplate. A nameplate shall be attached to the CNC Wire EDM and shall contain, as a minimum, the following information:

a. Nomenclature.

b. Manufacturer’s name.

c. Serial number.

d. Model designation.

e. Power input (volts, total amperes, phase, and frequency).

f. Short-circuit/over current rating.

g. Contract number or purchase order number.

h. National stock number (if applicable).

i. Date of manufacture.

3.9 Lubrication Plate or Chart. A lubrication plate or chart shall be attached to the Water-jet cutting machine. The information provided on the plate or chart shall include:

a. Points of lubricant application.

b. Servicing interval.

c. Type of lubricant(s) with SAE number or lubricant identifier.

3.10 Environmental Compliance. The CNC Wire EDM provided under this contract shall meet all applicable Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) restrictions in effect on the date of the contract. These regulations apply to the emission of materials hazardous to the environment or the user’s health and shall be adhered to during the manufacture, service, transportation, storage and operation of the Water-jet cutting machine.

3.10.1 Recovered Materials. The offerer/contractor is encouraged to use recovered materials to the maximum extent possible in accordance with paragraph 23.403 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

3.10.2 Hazardous Waste The Government will provide containers for the collection and disposal of all waste to be removed from Government owned equipment.

The COR or ANAD Maintenance POC will be notified to coordinate the removal of any coolant, oils and fluids. The contractor shall make every effort to prevent spills.

4.0 Acceptance & Verification

4.1 Conformance. The CNC Wire EDM shall meet the requirements of this specification and conform to the manufacturer’s own drawings, specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices. The Government reserves the right to, at any time during the contract period; require proof of such conformance or to inspect the CNC Wire EDM to determine compliance with the requirements of this specification.

4.2 Performance. The CNC Wire EDM shall meet the requirements of this specification and as a minimum perform cutting operations that consist of linear straight cuts, linear contouring cuts, linear angular cuts, and tapered/beveled cuts at 45-degree angles along the U-axis and the V-axis. The CNC Wire EDM shall perform cutting test consisting of four cutting tests for a period of (6) hours each to demonstrate the abilities of the machine to accurately perform the listed cuts in carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel materials 2 inches thick at a minimum cutting speed of 1 inch per hour.

All tolerances shall be as follows:

• Linear Cuts +/- .0005 inch

• Linear Angle Cuts +/- 1.0 Degree

• Beveling Angle Cuts +/- 1.0 Degree

4.3 Acceptance. The Government will accept the CNC Wire EDM only after the contractor successfully completes the requirements of paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2.

5.0 Delivery and Installation:

5.1 Delivery The contractor shall complete the delivery of all equipment within 120 calendar days after award of contract.

5.1.1 Shipping, Handling, and Storage: The contractor shall be responsible for all shipping, storage, and handling of the CNC Wire EDM and all materials. The Government shall not be responsible for furnishing any labor, equipment, or warehouse space for the loading, unloading, and storing of any materials. The Government will make available, if possible, space for a contractor furnished trailer or van for the storage of the materials. Trailer space will be made available as close to the job site as possible, depending on the parts stored in that area. Should the contractor not wish to furnish a trailer for equipment storage, then the contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer, a date at which time the contractor may deliver his equipment to the building.

5.2 Installation The contractor shall be responsible for the complete installation of the CNC Wire EDM to include all labor and materials required. The contractor shall be responsible for insuring that the installation is compatible with existing facilities. The contractor will provide along with the bid, all the installation requirements for the proposed offering, in this case a (Electrical Discharge Machine). This documentation is to include as a minimum, the following:

a. Floor plan drawing of the CNC Wire EDM showing the floor space requirements.

b. Space required around the machine after installation for maintenance purposes.

c. Foundation requirements, if any.

d. Maximum overall length, width, and height dimensions.

e. Approximate weight of the machine with accessories and attachments.

f. All utility requirements, including capacities of required utilities and approximate locations of utility connections to the machine.

g. Minimum doorway opening required to bring the machine into the building where it is to be installed.

h. Industrial waste disposal requirements, if any.

i. Ventilation requirements, if any.

A site layout for the equipment is included with this specification for reference.

Unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer, installation shall be done during normal depot working hours. The area near where the equipment is to be installed is in operation. The contractor shall not interfere with ongoing Government operations or production unless authorized by the Contracting Officer. Installation shall be completed and the equipment operational within 120 calendar days after award of contract.

5.2.1 Site Visit: A site visit is recommended to ensure that the proposed equipment will be compatible with existing facilities.

5.2.2 Electrical: All electrical work shall comply with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Publication C2 – National Electric Safety Code and with National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) Publication No. 70 – National Electric Code. All materials used in the installation shall conform to applicable National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listings.

Workmanship shall be in accordance with standard commercial practices. Runs shall be installed perpendicular and parallel to existing facilities and the equipment to be installed. When equipment is installed near existing power lines, equipment shall be located for proper clearances in accordance with ANSI C2. New equipment shall not be connected to Government power without prior approval of the Contracting Officer. No high voltage work will be accomplished without prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

All connections to Government power and all high voltage work shall be performed in the presence of a qualified Government electrician.

5.2.3 Trades: Coordination of trades installing the equipment shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

5.2.4 Foundation Hardware: All foundation hardware shall be furnished by the contractor and included in the bid price.

5.2.5 Utilities: The Government will provide access to utilities at the building for equipment installation. The capacities of the utilities (wire sizes, pipe sizes, etc.) will be based on information supplied by the contractor in the installation manual noted above.

What the Government provides at the job site is limited to the following:

5.2.5.1 Electrical: The contractor shall provide the electrical requirements to the Government at the time of contract award. The Government will furnish one (1) fused disconnect devise for the equipment and its accessories. The contractor shall install the main fused disconnect devise separate from the equipment and make all the electrical connections required to complete the installation of the equipment. The contractor shall ensue the fused disconnect devise is the correct size and type required for the equipment and comply with the requirements of paragraph 5.2.2. All electrical power for the machine and its accessories will be derived from the main fused disconnect devise.

The Government will furnish only one voltage to the site.

5.2.6 Equipment Removal: The Contractor shall remove the old equipment listed on the drawing of Building 145. The equipment will be removed from Building 145 and transported to the ANAD Recycling Center.

5.2.6.1 Equipment Protection: The contractor shall protect surrounding equipment and shop area from damage due to dust, debris etc., during the removal and installation of equipment.

5.2.7 Site Cleanup: The contractor shall remove all debris, scrap material, trash, etc.

from the job site daily. The depot will furnish a dumpster for all trash and construction materials at the job site, and will be responsible for emptying said dumpster. ANAD will provide an outdoor location for the cleanup of contaminated material if requested by the contractor. No equipment will be provided by the Government to perform any of the work performed by the contractor.

6.0 Documentation The contractor shall provide documentation to the government as listed below. Three copies each of the following technical data shall be provided as specified on the attached DD Form 1423 with the EDM cutting machine. The contractor shall also provide three CDs that each contains copies of the delivered documentation.

6.1 Content The manuals shall include electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, as applicable; parts lists, troubleshooting procedures, preventive maintenance requirements, lubrication schedules, calibration procedures, etc. Catalogs shall fully describe optional tooling, fixtures, and attachments available for the equipment furnished. In addition, any other technical data normally furnished with the equipment shall be provided. All technical data shall be furnished in the English language and be IAW with the following data item descriptors (DIDs)

Operator' Manual CDRL A01 DI-TMSS-80527A Engineering Drawings CDRL A02 DI-SESS-81003B Equipment Manuals CDRL A03 DI-TMSS-80527A

7.0 Training The contractor shall provide as a minimum training to the following type of personnel:

Operators – 10 days

Training shall be provided for the operation of the equipment. Training shall be conducted at Anniston Army Depot during normal depot working hours. All training costs shall be included in the total bid price.

7.1 Maintenance Training Contractor shall provide off-site OEM training for up to six

(6) maintenance personnel that will cover all systems of the EDM cutting machine. The training shall include repair procedures for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and demonstrate trouble shooting procedures, preventive maintenance requirements, lubrication schedules, calibration procedures.

Appendix D Request for Technical Literature

a. The bidder shall provide, with its bid, descriptive literature that has previously been used to market the proposed EDM cutting machine. The literature will be used to technically evaluate the bid and shall describe how the CNC Wire EDM meets requirements of the specification; specifically the paragraphs:

Information Furnished Ref. Paragraph(s) General Requirements: 3.0 Salient Features: 3.1 - 3.1.10 System of Units: 3.2 Electrical Power Requirements: 3.4 - 3.4.1 Safety and Health Requirements: 3.5 - 3.5.2 Maintainability: 3.7 - 3.7.3 Acceptance & Verification: 4.0 - 4.2 Delivery and Installation: 5.0 - 5.2.7 Documentation: 6.0 - 6.1

b. The features, which must be addressed in the descriptive literature, are necessary to consider the bid responsive. If the bidder’s preprinted literature does not show all these features, the bidder must attach a letter of supplemental information to the literature describing in detail those required features.

c. The failure of descriptive literature to show that the product offered conforms to the requirements of this solicitation will require rejection of the bid.

d. Descriptive literature furnished under this solicitation that contains statements similar to ‘specifications are subject to change without notice’, ‘bid is subject to the following conditions’, or ‘prices are subject to change without notice’ shall not be considered for an award. The government has no assurance the products offered will conform to the specification; therefore, the bid is not considered a firm bid and will not be considered for an award.

e. Bidders who furnish a product catalog to satisfy this requirement must indicate which item is the subject of the bid by citing (highlighting, marking, etc.) model numbers and page numbers from the catalog in Section B of the solicitation along with the bid price.

Bids that fail to clearly establish what item or items are bid will be considered as non-responsive.

JUSTIFICATION FOR DESCRIPTIVE LITERATURE

Signed

DELIVERY: Reasonable delivery for this item is 120 calendar days.

DESCRIPTION/WORK STATEMENT/SPECIFICATION
Project: Purchase new Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Wire Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM)
U.S. Department of Labor
CFR Title 29, Chapter XVII, Part 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
Electronic Industries Alliance
2.1 Order of Precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this specification and the references cited herein, the text of this specification shall take precedence.
3.0 General Requirements: The CNC Wire EDM shall be new and one of the manufacturer’s current models. The CNC Wire EDM shall be a fully integrated system operated by computer numerical control (CNC). The CNC Wire EDM shall have within the control sof...
4.3 Acceptance. The Government will accept the CNC Wire EDM only after the contractor successfully completes the requirements of paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2.
5.0 Delivery and Installation:
5.1 Delivery The contractor shall complete the delivery of all equipment within 120 calendar days after award of contract.
Operator' Manual CDRL A01 DI-TMSS-80527A
Engineering Drawings CDRL A02 DI-SESS-81003B
Equipment Manuals CDRL A03 DI-TMSS-80527A
7.0 Training The contractor shall provide as a minimum training to the following type of personnel:
Operators – 10 days
Training shall be provided for the operation of the equipment. Training shall be conducted at Anniston Army Depot during normal depot working hours. All training costs shall be included in the total bid price.
7.1 Maintenance Training Contractor shall provide off-site OEM training for up to six (6) maintenance personnel that will cover all systems of the EDM cutting machine. The training shall include repair procedures for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic ...
Request for Technical Literature

Delivery and Installation: 5.0 - 5.2.7

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