PRODUCT DESCRIPTION_Run-Flat Kit (copy).pdf

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Run-Flat Kit, Insert
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This is a Purchase Description for a Run Flat Kit Insert for the U.S. Army. The government is procuring 16 units of Army NSN 2640-01-563-1421 (PN VF-0223), a Variable Function Insert (VFI) run-flat system designed for 20x10 inch wheel assemblies. The kit is intended to support depot manufacturing and repair operations for secondary sub-assembly production at Letterkenny Army Depot. Each run-flat kit includes a runner (main load-supporting ring), roller segments, hardware (eye bolts, hex head bolts, thumb screws, and spanner nuts), lubricant and thread locker, a friction strip, and a metal tire valve stem. The run-flat system is designed to allow a vehicle to continue moving for a limited time after a tire is damaged and combines the capabilities of a bead lock with a run-flat insert.

The contractor must deliver material that meets government specifications to Letterkenny Army Depot, Building 9950 central receiving during normal business hours (Monday-Thursday 0600-1530, first Friday 0600-1430). The contractor is responsible for utilizing standard commercial preservation and packaging methods appropriate for the material and must ensure delivery in good condition. A Certificate of Conformance will be provided upon government request with advanced notice. The government will conduct inspection and quality assurance acceptance through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) upon receipt.

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PURCHASE DESCRIPTION

FOR

RUN FLAT KIT, INSERT

1.0 GENERAL

1.1. SCOPE:

This is a purchase for Army NSN 2640-01-563-1421 (PN VF- 0223). Which will be used to support the depot manufacturing and repair operations for secondary sub assembly production. Brief description of the material we are requesting.

PART NAME: RUN FLAT 20 X 10 WHEEL

NSN: 2640-01-563-1421

PN: VF-0223

QTY: 16 EA

This is a ring designed to be mounted on a wheel rim, inside a pneumatic tire, to allow a vehicle to continue moving for a limited time after a tire is damaged. It is designed for a 20x10 inch wheel assembly. This is a VFI (Variable Function Insert) run-flat system.

This type of system is a premium, fully compliant run-flat that combines the capabilities of a bead lock (to keep the tire from slipping on the rim) and a run-flat insert.

Following parts are included in the kit.

Component Description

Runner The main ring that supports the load when the tire is flat.

Roller Segments Two or more segments that fit inside the runner.

Hardware A collection of bolts, nuts, and screws (Eye Bolts, Hex Head Bolts, Thumb Screws, Spanner Nuts) for assembly.

Lubricant & Thread Locker

A packet of run-flat lubricant and a small amount of thread locker for securing bolts.

Friction Strip A rubber strip applied to the inside of the runner.

Metal Tire Valve Stem

A durable valve stem designed for the system.

1.2. GENERAL INFORMATION:

1.2.1. Depot Hours of Operation: Letterkenny’s tour of duty which is a compressed work schedule with eight days that are nine hours in duration, one day that is eight hours in duration and one standard day off within a two-week pay period (80 hours).

Monday through Thursday shall be nine-hour days scheduled from 0600 through 1530. The first Friday of the pay period shall be an eight-hour day scheduled from 0600 through 1430. The second Friday of the pay period shall be the standard day off.

2.0. GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

2.1. Material: Identify requirements and provide additional specifications when required.

2.2. Will provide advanced notice when a Certificate of Conformance is required.

3.0. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

3.1. Provide material that meets the government requirement.

3.2. Provide Certificate of Conformance when requested.

4.0. PRESERVATION, PACKAGING AND DELIVERY:

4.1 The contractor shall utilize standard commercial methods for preservation and packaging appropriate for all material and acceptable to commercial carriers. As a minimum, all areas susceptible to damage from exposure to the elements shall be preserved and/or packed to prevent damage. The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring the material is delivered to LEAD in good condition.

4.2 Delivery Point: The material shall be delivered to Letterkenny Army Depot. Building 9950 central receiving during the normal business hours found in 1.2.1.

5.0. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: The material will be inspected by Letterkenny Army Depot Quality Assurance once received and accepted in Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).

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