A02_SOW_0012063256_Magnetic Particle Inspection Booth_ATC.pdf

Statement of Work (SOW)

Magnetic Particle Inspection Booth

1. General Description: The equipment shall be a new magnetic particle inspection machine, the machine shall be of the solvent bath, horizontal type. The machine shall have the capacity to inspect the finish machined U.S. Army M1299, M776, M284, M256, M20, and M137 cannon tubes in accordance with the calibration and inspection equipment requirements of ASTM-E1444-22a. The barrels range in size from 120” long and 1500lbs up to 360” long and 5000lbs.

2. Purpose and Background: This system is designed for the magnetic particle inspection of 40’ long gun tubes and weighing up to 7000 pounds. The system is equipped with an internal 12,000 ampere FWDC magnetizing power supply complete with reversing DC demagnetization. At the headstock end is located a stationary broad V nest to rest the gun tube for loading. After loading the powered headstock rollers are elevated, lifting the gun tube for inspection. The powered tailstock is fitted with heavy-duty idler roller rests. The powered headstock roller rest and the tailstock rests are to rotate gun tube in either direction. The head and tail stock rollers have independent controls to rise and lower to elevate the ends of the gun tube for drainage. The unit is fitted with a 25” diameter coil with an enclosed powered mobile 42” wide mobile hood with full flame resistant side curtains. The pneumatically operated retractable roof opens to allow the loading of the gun tube from the overhead crane. The unit is supplied with a heavy duty encircling coil for longitudinal magnetization and an aluminum central conductor for circumferential magnetization.

3. Technical Specifications: All requirements are mandatory from the standpoint of intended function. Wherever a specific requirement would force an offeror to depart from his standard practice or configuration, APG will accept, for evaluation, alternative offers for achieving the intended function. Any such alternative offers must be accompanied by sufficient technical information to allow the evaluator to reach a definite conclusion that the alternative is equal to or better than that specified. The equipment specified in this document shall be a standard product of the manufacturer and shall require either no design changes, or if required, minor design changes to meet the requirements of this specification. Therefore, ownership of the design shall remain with the manufacturer.

Equipment incorporating new or unproven technology is subject to rejection at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.

4.1. Design and Engineering: The equipment specified in this document shall be designed and engineered in accordance with the most recent revision of each standard, recognized by the Association for Manufacturing Technology.

4.2. Material and Components: Materials incorporated in the construction of the machine shall be of sound and uniform quality, free from defects and shall conform in specification, heat treatment and suitability.

4.3. Construction: All parts of the equipment specified in this document shall be new, unused, and constructed to be capable of withstanding all forces encountered during operations to the equipment's maximum factor of safety rated capacity. The structure and assembly of the machine and its components shall be sufficiently rigid that workpiece finish and accuracy are not impaired by machine vibrations.

4.4. Workmanship: Workmanship throughout the construction and assembly equipment specified herein shall be free from irregularities or defects that could adversely affect performance or durability.

4.5. Maintainability: All equipment components offered that are subject to wear, distortion or failure and all parts which require periodic adjustment shall be accessible for replacement or adjustment. Instructions for the maintenance and adjustment of these parts shall be clear, concise and definitive.

4.6. Interchangeability: All parts bearing the same part number shall be functionally interchangeable.

4.7. Applicable Power Source: The power source to which the machine will be connected furnishes a nominal 480 volts, 3 phase, 60 Hz AC. However, the machine shall be tolerant enough of line fluctuations to operate normally at source voltages ranging from 432 to 504 volts.

4.7.1. Electrical Safety Devices: The machine and its equipment shall be protected with circuit breakers which comply with NEMA standards for thermal magnetic types and shall have a minimum interrupting capacity of 25,000 RMS symmetrical amperes for 480 volt, 3-phase system. Breaker terminals shall be UL listed as suitable for the type of conductors provided. Plug in circuit breakers or current limiting fuses are not acceptable.

4.7.2. Motors: All motors provided shall be of the optimum type and horsepower rating to meet intended application and usage based on accepted engineering practice. All motors shall be rated for continuous duty. Motors shall not operate in an overload condition during normal operation of the equipment and shall be equipped with thermal overload protection. Motor starters and controls shall operate at no greater than 120-VAC. It is preferred that they operate at 24-VDC. Motor starters shall provide drop-out protection. This means that in the event of power loss, the equipment shall be re-energized only by deliberate action of the operator. Manual or mechanical motor starters are not acceptable. All motors shall be housed in enclosures of the appropriate NEMA type for class and severity of service. All AC unidirectional motor housing shall bear a directional arrow to indicate proper rotation direction when correctly wired. All AC motors rated at 25 HP or greater shall be equipped with a “soft-start” mechanism which provides for reduced voltage starting. All polyphase AC motors rated at 1 HP or greater shall be tested per IEEE Standard 112-Method B and must meet Premium Efficiency requirements per NEMA MG

1-2006 Table 12-12 or IE3 9IEC 60034-30:2008. All motors are to be permanently lubricated and sealed.

4.7.3. Motor I.D. Plates: Each motor shall bear an identification plate containing the identity of the manufacturer, model number, serial number, input voltage, amperage, horsepower, phase, frequency, duty cycle, and frame size or mounting identification.

4.7.4. Operator Control Voltage: All electrical controls meant for use by the operator of the machine shall carry a maximum of 120 volts AC maximum.

4.7.5. Utility Outlet: The machine shall be provided with a 120 volt, single phase, spec grade 20 ampere, single duty receptacle, weatherproof bi-metallic box, “in-use cover”, dual receptacle, and 3 wire utility outlet. This outlet shall be protected by a ground fault interrupter and shall be externally mounted on the operator control panel. A noise suppression device for this circuit shall be provided.

4.7.6. Cabinet Enclosure for Electronic Equipment: All separate electrical hardware/circuitry are to be housed in a NEMA rated enclosure/cabinet. Should forced ventilation be necessary to maintain the interior of the enclosure at a temperature to ensure good product reliability, filtered air shall be forced into the cabinet to maintain an over pressure condition in the cabinet. Cabinet shall not inhibit operator access to the controls and/or adjustments.

4.7.7. Interconnecting Wiring: All control functions shall be pre-wired by the contractor. If any disassembly of the machine tool and associated control wiring is necessary for shipment from the contractor's plant, the contractor shall rewire the system at the Proving Grounds unless a clearly labeled plug and socket system is employed. The Proving Grounds will not perform detailed control wiring. All wiring shall comply with accepted Joint Industry Code (JIC), National Machine Tool Builders Association (NMTBA), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards.

4.8. Safety and Environmental Requirements: The contractor shall review the environmental requirements documented in Attachment B of this documents and comply as applicable.

4.8.1. Protection of Machine Operator: Protection of the machine operator and other personnel shall be accomplished in accordance with all pertinent OSHA, Proving Ground, State, Federal, and local regulations.

4.8.2. Protection of the Machine: The machine shall be designed and equipped in accordance with all applicable standards to prevent self-damage in the event of component malfunctions, power failures, expended consumables, incorrect consumables, and operator errors.

4.8.3. Noise Levels: Noise levels at a distance not exceeding one meter from the nearest point on the machine shall, under no circumstances, exceed a maximum of 85 dba when measured by a calibrated sound level meter set for "A" weighting and slow response. Any shields, baffles, enclosures or other devices required to bring the machine into conformance with this noise level requirement shall be provided by the contractor. Any such devices shall not interfere with the operation of the machine and shall be designed to preserve the visibility needed for safe operation and ease of maintenance.

4.8.4. Ozone Depleting Substances: Section 326 of Public Law 102 484 precludes the Dept. of Defense from awarding any contract that directly or indirectly requires the use of a class I ozone depleting substance within the Government specification or standards set forth in the contract. Attachment A is a list of the restricted Class I CFCs and Halons. All shall be replaced by new functionally equivalent substances or systems that are approved for use by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and have an "Ozone Depletion Potential" (ODP) rating of zero. Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) is defined as the relative capacity of a substance, per unit weight, for destroying the earth's stratospheric ozone layer, in comparison with CFC 11, CFC 12 and CFC 114, each having been assigned an ODP of 1.00.

NOTE: Offerors are responsible to obtain and adhere to the most current list of prohibited substances as of the date of the submission of bids or proposals.

4.8.5. Asbestos and Mercury Free Certification: All materials utilized in the system shall be certified as asbestos and mercury free unless substitute materials do not exist. This certification shall be provided prior to machine delivery.

4.8.6. Material Safety Data Sheets: The offeror shall provide Aberdeen Proving Ground with all material safety data sheets at the time of proposal submission.

4.8.7. Lead Free and Chromium Free Paint Certification: All paints and primers applied to the system shall be certified as lead free and chromium free. Lead based paint is paint that contains more than six one hundredths of one percent (0.06%) lead by weight. This certification shall be provided prior to machine delivery.

4.8.8. PCB Free Certification: To the extent that the machine is charged with lubricant or hydraulic fluids at the contractor's plant for preliminary acceptance inspection, these fluids shall not contain Polychlorinated Biphenyl’s (PCBs). The machine and its equipment shall be certified as PCB free and certification shall be provided prior to machine delivery.

4.8.9. Lockout/Tagout Procedures: The manufacturer shall provide the control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147. This information shall be incorporated into the maintenance manual. Contractor shall ensure employees are trained so they know, understand, and follow the applicable provisions of the hazardous energy control procedures. The control of hazardous energy sources includes but is not limited to electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, chemical, mechanical, UV, electromagnetic and thermal energy.

4.9. Identification Plate: A corrosion resistant metal plate shall be securely attached to the machine in a location visible to the operator's workstation. This plate shall bear, as a minimum, the information called for below, with space at the bottom of the plate for the addition of one line of information to be applied by the government.

A. Nomenclature B. Manufacturer's name C. Model D. Manufacturer's Serial Number E. Power Input (voltage, phase, frequency, and total amps) F. Date of Manufacture

4.10. Data Plates: All instruction, data, and identification plates and labels attached to this equipment and its controls shall be manufactured of corrosion and oil resistant metal or plastic material. All wording shall be in the English language using plain, bold face lettering. Lettering shall be permanent and have a contrasting background.

4.11. Utility Connections: Equipment supplied to Aberdeen Proving Ground shall have a single point shut off for each utility supplied to the system. This will be referred to as the “point of first connection”. Each type of power source shall have only one point of first connection.

Each point of first connection shall be clearly labeled on the system and shown in the safety Lockout/Tagout portion of the documentation package. These points shall be located on a stationary component and positioned so that they will not create a hazard to personnel during normal operation of the system. The first connection points shall be accessible from the shop floor without the use of ladders, steps, or stools. Access cannot be hampered by operation of the system.

4.12. Utility Connection Labor and Requirements: Aberdeen Proving Ground will provide a utility connection between first point of connection on the equipment, and the facility. Only one connection per utility type (air, water, electrical, etc.) will be provided. All other work shall be provided by the Contractor.

4.12.1. Electrical: The Aberdeen Proving Ground power source that the specified equipment will be connected to will be a nominal 480 volts, 3 phase, 60 Hz AC voltage.

However, the machine shall be able to operate normally at source voltages ranging from 432 to 504 volts. The Aberdeen Proving Ground power source does not include sub-panels, filters, surge protection, or any peripheral equipment necessary to make the equipment functional.

4.12.2. Pneumatics/Air: If air is required for any machine operation or function, the machine shall be fully equipped with all required components, fully installed to the point of connection. Shop air at the Proving Grounds is 85 psi with above normal moisture and contaminant levels. If higher or lower pressure is required at the machine or a different air flow rate is needed, the machine shall be fully equipped to modify the supply pressure and volume.

The machine shall also be equipped to remove the above normal moisture and contaminant levels. Normal moisture is defined as that moisture produced when air at a relative humidity of 75% has been compressed to 85 psig. The equipment’s nominal and maximum compressed air usage rates in CFM shall be provided to the POC.

4.13. Painting: All exterior machine surfaces shall be painted except where bright metal is required for machine function or to otherwise adhere to the requirements of this specification.

Paint shall be chromium free and lead free. Quality and manner of application shall afford protection throughout the normal life of the machine. Paint shall be "semi-gloss", and selected by the Government, from a list of standard colors supplied by the offeror with their proposal. This selection shall be made after contract award. Danger areas shall be painted red and caution areas shall be painted yellow in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.144. Appropriate warning signs, tags or emblems shall be affixed to respective areas of the machine in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.145.

4.14. Gears: All gears used in the machine and its components shall meet or exceed the standards recommended by the American Gear Manufacturers Association for the type and severity of service required.

4.15. Handwheels: Where power feed and/or rapid traverse of a machine component is provided or specified, associated handwheels or cranks, if any, shall not rotate when power feed or rapid traverse is engaged.

4.16. Technical Data: All data shall be in the English language and shall be furnished in accordance with the quantities, formats and delivery dates below. All data shall be packaged and delivered with the machine. The contractor shall provide full documentation in the form of “as built” drawings and manuals. Drawings shall not be generic or sub-assembly prints. A “hardcopy” refers to a reproducible printed, paper copy. An “electronic copy” refers to a document saved digitally. “On-line” technical data shall not be acceptable as the sole means of providing technical data for any of the systems provided.

4.16.1. Machine and Equipment Floor Plan: Machine and equipment floor plan CAD drawings shall contain information that indicates the type, magnitude, and connection points of all plant utilities required to operate the machine. The top view CAD drawing shall depict the machine, feet/anchor locations, anchor requirements, grounding, all ancillary equipment, and all necessary clearance requirements for normal use and maintenance. This data shall be furnished with offeror’s proposal.

4.16.2. Catalog of Standard Tooling and Accessories: Catalog shall be furnished 30 days after award of contract. For offers of foreign built machine tools (i.e. machines built outside the United States, its possessions or Canada), the catalog shall set forth U.S. domestic sources of supply.

4.16.3. Non-Standard (Special) Tooling and Accessories: To the extent that this specification requires the development of unique tooling and accessories not generally available commercially, a set of drawings and specifications to permit manufacture of such tooling and accessories shall be furnished in either print or digital format at the time of machine delivery.

4.16.4. Installation Instructions and Drawings: Instructions outlining the requirements for installation of the equipment shall include a drawing containing the certified dimensioned locations of all equipment mounting/anchor holes. These documents are to be furnished 60 days prior to scheduled delivery.

4.16.5. Lubrication Diagram and Instructions: To be delivered to the technical POC at time of machine delivery.

4.16.6. Operating Instructions: These instructions shall be provided in separate manuals from other technical data provided. To be delivered upon machine delivery.

4.16.7. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Instructions: To be supplied for all machine and control systems. These instructions shall include the machine’s mechanical assembly and wiring drawings. To be delivered at time of machine delivery.

4.16.8. Electronic and Hydraulic Schematics: To be considered acceptable, these schematics shall clearly portray all “as built” electrical and hydraulic ties to their respective main systems. To be delivered at time of machine delivery. Wiring diagrams used to do the initial power hookup shall be included furnished no later than 90 days after award.

NOTE: If, during installation and testing, the actual electrical and hydraulic systems are configured differently than depicted on the schematics, receipt of the revised "as built" schematics shall be a condition of final acceptance.

4.16.9. Repair Parts Catalog: This catalog shall encompass every replaceable part in the machine and shall include identification and original equipment manufacturer part numbers and ordering data. Items which can normally be purchased locally may be so indicated provided they are sufficiently described. The repair parts catalog shall include illustrations which clearly locate parts within larger subassemblies. To be delivered at time of machine delivery.

4.16.10. Program Manuals: Where a CNC machine is specified, programming manuals shall be supplied. These manuals shall include a clear summary of the control functions actually implemented and usable on the system specified. To be delivered at time of machine delivery.

4.16.11. Software Documentation: The offeror shall provide documentation of all system software and ladder logic developed to control and interface with the control/drives with the machine tool. To be delivered 30 days after delivery of the machine. One copy of the system memory backup (S-Ram) shall be provided on a USB Type-A flash drive at startup of machine.

4.17. Special Tools: If any element of machine operation or maintenance requires the use of specially designed tools, these tools shall be provided with the machine and shall become the property of the Government.

4.18. Site Conditions: The machine covered by this specification shall be installed in general machine shop space and there will be no environmental conditioning. Temperatures will range from 32°F to 110°F and relative humidity will range from 20% or less to 99%. On any given day, the temperature in the machine shop may change as much as 20°F per hour. These are the conditions under which the machine is expected to perform as specified, and the contractor shall be responsible for supplying what is required to meet the specified performance. The only permissible exception is positioning accuracy for numerically controlled machines. For this performance factor, allowances may be made for the effects of temperature fluctuation.

4.19. Enclosures: All new controller hardware shall be provided with new electrical enclosures. Enclosures to be located in explosive, high dust, paint or heavy industrial manufacturing environments shall be NEMA 4X rated. All other locations shall be NEMA-12 rated. In addition, if required, given shop environmental conditions as detailed in section 3.20, new control system enclosures for electronic circuitry shall be air conditioned and air filtered to maintain constant temperature, to reduce humidity and to prevent contamination of control boards and other critical system components. Air conditioning units shall not utilize Ozone Depleting substances. New enclosures shall be painted with a color as close to the painted color of the original machine tools as possible.

4.20. Piping: All pipe work performed by the contractor shall be to the specifications below.

A. All equipment piping shall be identified per ANSI/ASME A13.1 or equivalent.

B. Brazing filler metal shall conform to AWS A5.8/A5.8M, Type BAg-5 with AWS Type 3 flux, except Type BCuP-5 or BCuP-6 may be used for brazing copper-to-copper joints.

C. Welding work for new piping systems shall be in conformance with ASME B31.9. The welding work includes: brazing procedures, brazers, brazing operators, and nondestructive examination personnel; maintenance of welding records, and examination methods for welds.

D. Pipe hangers, inserts, and supports shall conform to MSS SP-58 and MSS SP-69, except as supplemented and modified herein.

E. Pipe hangers and supports shall conform to MSS SP-58, MSS SP-69, and ASME B31.1, except as specified or indicated otherwise. Piping shall be adequately supported to eliminate sag and weak points and allowance for thermal expansion must be considered on long pipe runs.

F. All piping, tubing and fittings shall be in strict accordance with manufacturer’s requirements and recommendations to include industry standards and applicable codes (ANSI B16 and B31.3).

G. Process piping shall be ASTM 312, 304 stainless steel, seamless.

H. For pressure above 150 psi, SCH80, pipe shall be used where threaded connections are made.

At pressure above 2000 psi, SCH 160 pipe shall be used where threaded connections are made.

I. Joints in piping system shall be listed as complying with ASME B31.3 to include the use of welded fittings. Gaskets and sealants shall also be listed as complying with ASME B31.3.

J. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping shall be inspected, and pressure and leak tested in accordance with ASME B31, Code for Pressure Piping, and Section 705 of the

IFGC.

4. Machine Installation, Startup and Testing:

5.1. Work Performed at the Proving Grounds:

5.1.1. Site Designation: Upon receipt of the required installation drawings, Aberdeen Proving Grounds will designate an installation site and outline a general machine location on the shop floor.

5.1.2. Utilities: Machine positioning and rough leveling will be performed by Aberdeen

Proving Grounds. Final leveling will be performed by the contractor or their designated rigging crew. Proving Ground personnel will run utilities to a single first point of connection for electrical and a single first point of connection for air. Aberdeen Proving Ground must be provided with sufficient time to accomplish these connections.

NOTE: If installation instructions, electrical and hydraulic schematics are not delivered at or before the times specified (see section 3.16), the Government reserves the right to forestall delivery and/or final acceptance testing of the machine by an amount of time equal to the delay in receipt of instructions, drawings or schematics.

5.2. Work to be Performed by the Contractor: This project is classified as a “turn-key” system with the contractor being responsible for all costs and work associated with the installation unless otherwise stated. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs associated with skidding and shipment. Once delivered to the Proving Grounds, rigging and rough positioning for installation will be performed by the Proving Grounds. The contractor shall ensure they bring all equipment/material necessary for the installation of the machine. The contractor shall remove from Aberdeen Proving Grounds and dispose of all wastes (other than hazardous wastes) generated from uncrating, unpacking, and installing the machine at a permitted off-post disposal facility. All labor for the installation of material and equipment furnished under this Contract shall be done by experienced personnel. If any of the Contractor’s services do not conform to the Contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with the contract requirements at no additional cost. The Contractor shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of all construction and other services furnished under this Contract. Contractor shall, without additional compensation, correct or revise any errors or deficiencies in its construction and other services.

5.2.1. Site Preparation: Once an installation site is identified by Aberdeen Proving Ground personnel and the machine is set in location, the contractor or their designated third party shall be responsible for installing any leveling pads or final setup necessary for final installation.

5.2.2. Rigging: Aberdeen Proving Grounds will be responsible for rigging services to off load the machine and rough position the machine in preparation for installation. For installation, the contractor personnel shall be on site at the Proving Grounds to supervise the final placement of the machine on the installation site by the rigging crew. All rigging slings must be tagged and certified for the weights being lifted. If special lifting devices are needed, the contractor shall ensure they bring the equipment/material necessary for the rigging of the machine.

5.2.3. Installation: Once the machine is placed in location by the Proving Grounds, the contractor through his own service personnel shall be fully responsible for the startup and testing of the machine, conduct any acceptance tests specified and perform the required onsite training.

The contractor shall provide service personnel to install the machine, finish level the machine, startup, and conduct the acceptance tests. The contractor and the service personnel shall remain until the machine activation and testing have been successfully completed.

5. Machine Specific Requirements: The Magnetic Particle Inspection Booth shall be capable of inspecting the outer surface and internal bore of the M1299, M776, M284, M256, M20, and M137 cannon tubes in accordance with the calibration and inspection equipment requirements of ASTM-E1444-22a.

6.1. Physical Characteristics: The machine shall be able to operate with cannon tubes with the following characteristics:

• Workpiece weight…………………………………up to 5,000 lbs.

• Workpiece length………………………………….120” to 360”

• Workpiece outside diameter………………………4” to 12”

• Workpiece inside diameter………………………..3” to 10”

• Height from floor to workpiece centerline………..between 42” and 48”

6.2. Headstock: The headstock shall have a pneumatic or electrically powered clamping mechanism which moves out of the way for use of a borescope during inspection. Borescope inspection of the cannon tube must be possible without moving the cannon tube from the machine. The height of the headstock relative to the tailstock shall be such that inspection fluid drains from the breech end of the cannon tube during the inspection process. There shall be a fixed fluid nozzle to flow fluid into the muzzle end of the cannon tube. The current control panel and headstock/coil selector switch shall be enclosed near the headstock, along with the controls to actuate the central conductor clamps.

6.3. Tailstock: The tailstock shall be capable of travelling the length of the machine and have the ability to be locked into place at any desired position along the length of the machine by the operator. The tailstock shall accommodate workpieces of the different lengths, diameters, and weights as described in section 5.1. The position of the cannon tube on the head and tail stock shall ensure that any inspection fluid inside the tube drains from the tube chamber and does not impede internal surface inspections.

6.4. Workpiece Magnetization: Magnetizing current shall be 3-phase rectified up to 10,000 amps of full wave direct current (FWDC). A bump bar shall run the length of the machine for activating magnetization current.

6.4.1. Magnetization Coil: The magnetization coil shall be of sufficient strength and size, to magnetize and demagnetize the cannon tubes as described in section 5.1. The magnetization coil shall be nominally 32” in diameter. The magnetization coil shall be capable of traversing the length of the cannon tubes during inspections. The coil shall be capable of either splitting open or moving completely clear of the cannon tube for loading and unloading such that the cannon tube can be lifted and lowered onto the machine in a single direction without having to maneuver around the coil. The operation and movement of the coil shall be controlled by the operator from the machine’s inspection enclosure. The coil must have powered movement to traverse the length of the machine and be controlled by a switch mounted on the coil. The coil shall have a toggle switch to rotate the cannon tube and allow it to continue rotating during inspection. The coil must also have a fluid application nozzle, UV-A flood lights and a REL C4 Magnum Go or equal 120 volt plug in light.

6.4.3. Workpiece Demagnetization: The machine shall perform demagnetization using a automated step-down FWDC current to power either the central conductor or coil, as selected by the operator.

6.5. Inspection Enclosure: The machine’s controls shall be located in the inspection enclosure. The inspection enclosure shall cover the entire inspection area and block out ambient light to a level under 2fc. The enclosure shall have an assist feature that can pneumatically or electrically raise and lower the enclosure assembly for loading and unloading cannon tubes. The inspection enclosure shall come with two REL C4 Magnum Go or equal 120 volt plug in lights, with dual UV-A and white light capabilities.

6.6. Powered Tube Rollers: The tube shall sit on powered rollers that rotate the barrel during inspection. The toggle switch to control tube rotation shall be mounted to the coil.

6.7. Magnetic Particle Solution System: The machine shall come equipped with a minimum 50 gallon stainless steel tank for the magnetic particle solution. A pump system shall recirculate and agitate the solution such that the magnetic particles will not accumulate or settle during operation. The agitation system shall allow the magnetic particle solution to remain within ±10% of theoretical level. The machine shall come equipped with a fluid catch tray to collect the magnetic particle solution that is applied to the workpiece. The machine shall come equipped with a nozzle/hose used to “soak” the workpiece in the solution located in the inspection enclosure. The nozzle shall be hung above the catch tray when not in use. The magnetic particle solution shall not spill or splash onto the floor during normal operation. The machine shall come with two (2) 55 gallon drum of Magnaflux Carrier II or equal and L. Two

(2) containers (one pound each) of Magnaflux 14A powder.

6.8. Control Panel: The machine shall come with a control panel with two options:

headstock and coil. These options shall control the flow of the current through the machine and should be easily switched through either turning a knob or pressing a button.

6.9. Machine Size, Options, and Accessories: The machine shall come with the following options and accessories:

A. Adjustable height holding rack for central conductors and Intertest MZ-5 borescope.

B. Central conductors with Delrin or equivalent spacers to fit M1299, M776, M284, M256, M20, and M137 cannon tubes.

C. Centrifuge tube & stand D. Adjustable current control E. Digital ammeter with a hold feature F. A quick break feature G. Current assurance indicator

H. Hip/push bar for mag shot I. Two (2) 55 gallon drums of Magnaflux Oil Carrier II J. Two (2) containers (one pound each) of Magnaflux 14A powder

6. Requirements for Demonstration of Conformance:

7.1. Certification of Completeness: The contractor shall provide written certification that the machine is complete, has been properly calibrated, and visually examined for appearance, workmanship, maintainability and completeness, including all specified systems, accessories, markings, safety devices, geometric and accuracy requirements. This certification shall be provided to the Technical POC 14 days prior to the scheduled preliminary testing.

7.2. Test of Conformance to Specified Workpiece: The Proving Grounds shall perform a magnetic particle inspection of a cannon tube. Internal and external inspections shall be performed. The machine shall be observed for proper function and compliance with the requirements of this specification. The Proving Ground may elect to perform this test on more than one workpiece. The contractor may elect to be present during this test but is not required.

7.3. Additional Testing: Proving Ground personnel may elect to have the contractor demonstrate or verify the machine’s compliance with any requirement in this specification.

7.4. Provision of Materials/Equipment for Preliminary/Final Acceptance Testing:

7.4.1. Workpieces: All workpieces to be tested as required in section 6.2 shall be provided by the Proving Grounds.

7.4.2. Magnetic Particle Solution: The magnetic particle solution shall be provided by the contractor for the preliminary and final acceptance testing.

7.4.3. Hydraulic Fluids and Lubricants: All hydraulic fluids and lubricants necessary to perform any of the required tests shall be furnished by the contractor during preliminary and final acceptance testing.

7. Quality Assurance Provisions:

8.1. Responsibility for Inspection: The contractor shall be responsible for performing all certifications and tests required in section 6 and shall provide such materials, supplies and equipment as specified.

8.2. Preliminary Acceptance Inspection: Preliminary acceptance inspection shall occur at the contractor's facility prior to machine shipment to Aberdeen Proving Grounds and shall consist of the certifications and tests specified in section 6. However, prior to officially scheduling the preliminary acceptance inspection the contractor shall perform preliminary machine testing involving the magnetic particle inspection of a sample test piece provided by the manufacturer of the machine. When these tests are completed successfully, the contractor shall provide no less than 14 calendar days’ notice to the Proving Ground Contracting Officer that the machine is ready for the preliminary acceptance inspection. This notification shall also include for review the test results of all preliminary tests performed. If acceptable, the Proving Ground representatives will schedule an inspection and the contractor shall await the arrival of the Proving Ground representatives before starting the official inspection.

8.3. Proving Ground Participation in Preliminary and Final Acceptance Inspection:

8.3.1. Examination for Completeness: The contractor shall furnish the Proving Grounds representatives with a certification of completeness (see section 6.1). The Proving Grounds representatives will reserve the right to examine the machine to ascertain the presence of all specified features, equipment, markings and safety devices.

8.3.2. Examination of Performance Characteristics: During the test of conformance to specified performance characteristics (see section 6), the Proving Grounds representatives will observe the machine and its equipment for proper operation.

8.3.3. Examination of Power and Rigidity: During the test of conformance to specified power and rigidity (see section 6) the Proving Grounds representatives will observe the machine for rigidity of construction and achievement of full power for the specified time period, and reserve the right to examine the workpiece after the test.

8.3.4. Examination of Performance Testing: During the test of conformance to specified performance on workpieces (see section 6), the Proving Grounds representatives will observe the operation of the machine and its equipment and reserve the right to inspect the workpiece for conformance to drawing requirements after completion of the test.

8.3.5. Supplementary Tests and Examinations: The Proving Grounds representatives reserve the right to ask for demonstration of any specified feature or machine characteristic not demonstrated during the tests conducted in accord with section 3.4.

8.4. Re-Inspection Provisions: If, during the course of preliminary acceptance inspection, deficiencies are disclosed which cannot be satisfactorily corrected during this visit, preliminary acceptance will be withheld and the contractor will be required to take corrective actions. In such cases, the Proving Grounds Technical POC reserves the right a re-inspection and to charge the contractor's account for the travel and per diem costs of such re-inspections.

NOTE: If during preliminary acceptance inspection, deficiencies are not disclosed, it is still the responsibility of the contractor to take corrective action when and if deficiencies are discovered at the Proving Grounds

8.6. Final Acceptance Inspection: Final inspection and acceptance of the machine shall be after installation at the Proving Grounds. At this time the machine shall again be subjected to, and required to pass, the test procedures specified in section 6.

8.7. Warranty: Upon final acceptance of the machine a Standard Commercial Warranty shall commence for a duration of three years, to include as a minimum, parts, labor, and travel expenses for the duration of the warranty, at no cost to the Government. The three year period shall commence from the date of notification by the Contracting Officer of the final acceptance of each machine. Final acceptance is defined as the act of an authorized representative of the Government, by which the Government assumes ownership of existing supplies/equipment and/or approves specific services rendered, as partial or complete performance of the contract (i.e. testing, training, and delivery of all required technical documentation).

8.8. Preservation, Packaging and Delivery Instructions: The contractor shall utilize standard commercial methods of preservation and packaging appropriate for machine tools 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 machine and equipment shall be blocked, braced and skidded to prevent damage during transport and to facilitate handling, loading and unloading. The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the machine and equipment are delivered to Aberdeen Proving Grounds in good condition and shall retain this responsibility until the machine and equipment are off loaded at Aberdeen Proving Grounds by the responsible parties.

NOTE: If any special lifting devices are recommended by the contractor to facilitate handling, such devices shall be shipped with the machine.

8. Delivery Details:

The vendor is responsible for shipping to the following address/point of contact:

U.S. ARMY ABERDEEN TEST CENTER

B525 Mulberry Point Rd Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD. 21005

Delivery is 270 days from receipt of the purchase order.