STRUCTURE QUESTIONS (002).pdf

W911YN‐20‐Q‐0003

Medical Deployable Shelters

TECHNICAL STRUCTURES QUESTIONS SET 1

1. SHELTER QUESTIONS:

1. What are the minimum technical requirements of the shelter exterior vinyl and floor material (fabric weight, MIL‐Spec, etc.)?

MIL‐SPEC

2. Are quotes required to include a test report validating that the proposed shelter withstands 50 mph sustained winds and 80 mph gusts?

NO

3. Are guy ropes allowed off the ends of the shelter which create tripping or choking hazards during blackout conditions?

YES

4. Is the shelter required to have 2 uprights per each end panel?

NO

4‐1. If not, do any wind load test reports have to show the shelter tested without the end panel uprights?

NO

5. Is the shelter required to meet a roof load?

NO

5‐1. If so, what is the minimum acceptable roof load in pounds per square foot?

N/A

5‐2. If so, is the shelter required to meet the roof load without the use of a solar shade or external fly?

N/A

6. Is the shelter required to meet rain intrusion requirements?

NO

6‐1. If so, what is the minimum acceptable amount of rain intrusion required in inches per hour and at what wind speed in mph?

N/A

7. Are quotes required to include any test reports to validate the shelter’s ability to meet the required wind load, roof load and rain intrusion requirements?

NO

7‐1. If so, do the test reports have to be on the same shelter proposed with the same structure, arch spacing and length as the proposed shelter?

N/A

8. Is the shelter required to withstand a minimum of 100 set up and strike cycles without major damage to the shelter?

NO

8‐1. If so, is a test report required with the quote to validate this requirement?

N/A

9. Is the shelter required to be packed in carry bags for transport on the trailer?

YES

9‐1. If so, what are the minimum requirements of the carry bags?

NONE

10. What is the maximum allowable weight per bag for 4 persons to carry?

NO SPECIFICATION TO CARRY BUT 4 MAN LIFT TO NOT EXCEED 600 LBS

11. In addition to having an insulating liner in the shelter, are the end panels required to be insulated with a triple layer construction (outer vinyl material, insulation material and interior liner material)?

12. Is the shelter required to include lights?

12‐1. If so, what are the minimum requirements and quantity of lights?

N/A

13. Is the shelter required to have any 110V electrical outlets?

YES

13‐1. Is the shelter required to have any 110V electrical outlets?

14. Is the shelter required to include an internal power distribution box that meets the National Electrical Code and UL1640 for safety standards?

NO

15. Is the shelter required to have a power cable to connect to the generator to provide power to the lights and outlets?

NO

15‐1. If so, what is the minimum length required for the power cable?

N/A

16. Is the shelter required to have a warranty?

2. GENERATOR QUESTIONS:

1. Is the generator required to have an internal fuel tank?

YES

1‐1. If so, what is the minimum size in gallons?

2. Is the generator required to have remote fuel capability to connect to an external diesel fuel container such as a drum or bladder for extended operation time?

NO

3. Is the generator required to have any 60‐amp MILSPEC military connectors?

YES

3‐1. If so, what is the minimum quantity required? 2

4. Is the generator required to have any 20‐amp twist lock connectors?

YES

4‐1. If so, what is the minimum quantity required?

5. Is the generator required to include any of these features:

FUEL GAUGE?

1. 2‐stage air cleaner? N/A

2. Fuel gauge? YES

3. Cooling package for operation up to 125ºF? N/A

6. Is the generator required to have a warranty?

NO

3. ECU questions:

1. What is the minimum amount of air flow required as measured in CFM?

UNKOWN

1‐1. What is the minimum static pressure?

1‐2. What is the minimum ambient temperature, interior shelter temperature and humidity level required when the ECU is providing 60,000 BTUs of cooling?

2. What is the minimum ambient temperature, interior shelter temperature and humidity level required when the ECU is providing 60,000 BTUs of cooling?

75 DEGRESS

2. Is the ECU required to have any of the following features:

3‐1. Washable return air and fresh air filters?

YES

3‐2. Fresh air cover plate (to prevent sand and dust from entering the ECU during high winds)?

YES

3‐3. 2‐speed condenser motors (for noise reduction)?

NO

3‐4. Hot‐gas, by‐pass valve?

NO

3‐5. Power relay monitor?

NO

3‐6. Soft start (reduces current inrush and generator surge)?

3. Are any ducts required to connect the ECU to the shelter?

4‐1. If so, what is the minimum length of supply and return ducts required?

20 FT

4‐2. Are the ducts required to include quick connect duct connections for ease of duct attachment to the ECU?

4‐3. Are the ducts required to be insulated?

4‐4. Are the ducts required to be packed in carry bags?

YES

4‐5. Is the return air duct required to include a screen on the end that is inside the shelter (prevents papers and other small objects from getting sucked into the ECU)?

NO

5. Is the ECU required to be tested and certified to UL1995 for safety standards?

YES

5‐1. If so, is a test certificate required to validate this requirement?

NO

6. Is the ECU required to have a warranty?

NO

6‐1. If so, what is the minimum length of warranty in years?

4. TRAILER QUESTIONS:

1. Is the trailer required to include any of the following features:

YES, see below

1‐1. Full size spare tire?

1‐2. Rear leveling jacks?

1‐3. Wheel chalk?

1‐4. Fire extinguisher?

1‐5. External storage box with tool kit and ECU spare parts?

1‐6. Grounding kit?

YES

1‐7. Sledgehammer with carry bag?

YES

1‐8. Ground rod puller with carry bag?

YES

1‐9. Weather‐proof box for system manual?

NO

1‐10. Instruction plates on trailer with generator maintenance, generator operation and trailer packing?

YES

2. Is the trailer required to have a cargo area for other items than the shelter (such as tables, chairs, etc.) that could be used inside the shelter?

NO

2‐1. If so, what is the minimum size of the cargo area (width, length and height)?

N/A

2‐2 If so, what is the minimum cargo weight that the trailer must be capable of carrying?

2‐3. Is the cargo area required to have removable side and end rails to provide a secure area for the shelter and other cargo?

N/A

3. Is the trailer required to have a vinyl fabric cover with removable roof supports to cover the entire trailer including the generator, ECU, shelter, cargo area and ECU ducts?

YES

4. Is the trailer required to be successfully tested by an independent test facility such as the Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) to MIL‐STD‐810G method 514.7 (Munson Road Test) with the generator, ECU, shelter and ECU ducts attached to the trailer, and not just the empty trailer?

NO

4. Is the trailer required to have a warranty?

NO

5‐1 If so, what is the minimum length of warranty in years?

END OF QUESTION SET 1.