Work_Statement.docx

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/WORK STATEMENT

2023 Drill Fabrication

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 The purpose of this contract is to have a contractor build 3 rangeland drills based on the 2021 shallow furrow rangeland drills. The purpose of the drills is to limit soil disturbance in sensitive areas during Government seeding operations and to provide for a shallower seed bed depth required for specific seed varieties.

1.2 Construction of the shallow furrow rangeland drills will occur at the contractor’s facilities or subcontracted facilities.

1.3 The drills will utilize modern parts and components that are readily available. Parts that are still available for the B-Box style rangeland drill shall be utilized in the construction of the drill.

1.2 Contractor shall plan accordingly for labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, supplies, and incidentals; and perform all work necessary to complete fabrication and delivery.

1.9 The Government will have the option to inspect the contractor's work before, during, and after completion of this contract.

2.0 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 An owner’s manual will be provided to the Government for each drill that consist of schematics, drawings, and all part numbers with an associated cost. The contractor will provide specifications, part numbers, and an associated cost for any parts that need to be manufactured.

2.2 The contractor shall build and provide for delivery Three (3) shallow furrow rangeland drills that meet the following specifications.

A. Machine Classification: Drill Seeder

B. Implement Specifications:

C. Disc and Arm Assembly Specifications:

Number of Discs: 10 Discs, 5 on the left and 5 on the right pushing furrow to the center.

Disc Arm Construction: 2”x2”x .250” square tube frame with a 1”x2”.120” rectangular tube bracing.

Disc Arm Weight: 25-40 pounds or as light as possible without compromising durability or strength.

Disc Arm Hinge Pins: Single 1 inch diameter pin on left and right side with end caps to prevent rod pins from working it’s self out.

Disc Arm Spacing: 12 inches

Disc Arm Lift Lock: Drill must have a chain to keep discs in a lifted position when discs need to be raised for extended periods of time.

Disc Arm Drag Chains: ½” chain 3 feet overall length with (3) 2-foot-long chain separated by a 10” V shape square metal rod.

Disc Guards: Guards will be in place on the side and underneath of each disc arm to protect disc from building up with mud and debris.

Disc Size: John Deere 16” disks

Disc Bore: 1 inch

Disc Concavity: 1 ½”

Disc Angle: 10-12 Degrees, parallel with direction of travel to create the least amount of disturbance but still allowing for the proper furrow size.

Disc Shaft: 1-inch smooth shaft with snap ring groove to retain shaft on bearing side. 1 1/16” x 1-14 NF thread on disc side.

Disc Bearing: 1” sealed bearing with counter sunk bolts on the bearing cover.

Disc Housing: Housing on the disc arm that retains the disc shaft and allows for the mounting of the disc bearing.

D. Seed Boxes and Seed Dispersal Mechanism Specifications:

Agitators: Mechanical with agitation provided over each seed dispenser.

Clutch: Need the ability to engage and disengage the agitator from the drive.

Seed Box: 1 piece seed box with 2 cover doors that are semi sealed with ¼” end mount brackets.

Seed Box Lids: Must have the ability to remain open on their own and ability to be locked down.

Seed Cups: John Deere seed cups facing the front of the drill to allow for operator to visually monitor seed dispersal.

Seed Tubes: Monosem Brand 1 1/4” plastic tubing coming from the seed cups that extend to be inserted into a larger metal pipe that reaches the ground directing seed into the furrows.

Seed Dispersal: Adjustable roll feed to allow for seed dispersal at a rate of 4 lb./acre to 20 lb./acre, must be mounted on the front of the drill.

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS

3.1 A list of part numbers may be provided from the Government upon request, if available.

3.2 The Government will provide an example drill to the contractor for reference, measurements, and design purposes. The drill shall not be damaged or disassembled by the contractor. The drill provided for reference may be accessed by the contractor at the Shoshone Seed Warehouse, located in Shoshone, Idaho, by appointment. Alternatively, the Government may transport a reference drill to the contractor’s location, provided that said location is within 300 miles driving distance from the Shoshone Seed warehouse located in Shoshone, Idaho. The government will provide transportation of the reference drill back to the government upon completion of the contract or when the reference drill no longer is needed by the contractor.

4.0 DELIVERY

4.1 Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with loading, transport, and delivery of manufactured drills to the BLM-Shoshone Seed Warehouse, 317 Scenic Hwy 75, Shoshone, Idaho. Please add your delivery price for unit into your bid. Contact person will be Justin Miller at 208-539-0780.

4.2 The Government may provide parts to be used as a pattern in the design of the improved rangeland drill. Any blueprints or drawing provided by the government are of the original design and do not reflect the modifications required in the final design (see section 2 Detailed Specifications).

4.3 The Government will provide a forklift and forklift operator for unloading manufactured drills upon delivery to the Shoshone Seed Warehouse.

5.0 EXECUTION OF WORK

5.1 Pre-Work Conference - Prior to commencement of work, a meeting may be requested by the Contracting Officer to be attended by the contractor, the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and the Project Inspector(s). The meeting will be held at the Shoshone Field Office, or by conference call, at a time mutually agreeable to the contractor and the Contracting Officer to discuss the work schedule and to familiarize both parties with the responsibilities of each under this contract.

6.0 QUALITY CONTROL

6.1 The Government may perform project inspection on drill fabrication at the contractor’s work site.

6.2 Contractor is responsible for fabrication quality control.

6.3 The Government will approve of design and function of the equipment before the final acceptance of the rangeland drill seeder.

6.4 Termination for Convenience of the Government - The Contracting Officer may, by written notice to the contractor, terminate this contract, in whole or in part, when it is in the best interest of the Government. To the extent that this contract is so terminated, the Government will be liable only for payment in accordance with the payment provisions of this contract for work satisfactorily completed prior to the effective date of termination.

5.9 Completion of Contract - The Contract will be considered completed and payment due when all 6 shallow furrow rangeland drills have been delivered to the required delivery location and all 3 shallow furrow rangeland drills pass inspection.