Caterpillar Dozer Repairs

Added: Jul 24, 2009 2:30 pm Modified: Aug 13, 2009 1:34 pmTrack Changes a. The purpose of this amendment is to revise the requirement previously solicited, answer questions, and establish a new date and time for receipt of quotes.
b. The requirement to remove and install a transmission pump and replace the transmission oil on a Caterpillar Dozer D7, SN# 61G00589 is deleted. The CLIN description for CLIN 0002 is hereby changed to read as follows: Equipment: Caterpillar Dozer D7F, SN# 61G00360, Admin #E170, NSN: 2410001859792. Location: FMS 15, Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. Condition: The transmission magnetic screen assembly is full of metal pieces and shavings and dozer moves but third gear is not working. Based on the condition, it is believed the transmission is in need of repair. Requirement: The contractor shall complete a full inspection of the dozer to determine where the shavings are originating. If the contractor determines the metal shavings are not coming from the transmission, the contractor shall identify the problem and provide a report of the work that is necessary to fix the problem. While full inspection of the dozer may be conducted at Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA, the government will deliver and pickup the dozer at the awarded contractors facility provided the facility is within 100 miles of Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. Contractors outside the 100 mile radius of Fort Pickett are not precluded from competing, but will be required to transport dozer from Fort Pickett to their facility and return dozer to Fort Pickett after work is completed. The cost for any such transportation must be included in your quote.
c. The description for CLIN 0001 is changed to reads as follows: Equipment: Caterpillar Dozer D7F, SN# 61G00360, Admin #E170, NSN: 2410001859792. Location: FMS 15, Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. Condition: The transmission magnetic screen assembly is full of metal pieces and shavings and dozer moves but third gear is not working. Based on the condition, it is believed the transmission is in need of repair. Requirement: If the contractor verifies, under CLIN 0002, the shavings are coming from the transmission, repair the transmission to full operation and clean out the metal shavings and debris. The government will deliver and pickup the dozer at the awarded contractors facility provided the facility is within 100 miles of Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. Contractors outside the 100 mile radius of Fort Pickett are not precluded from competing, but will be required to transport dozer from Fort Pickett to their facility and return dozer to Fort Pickett after work is completed. The cost for any such transportation must be included in your quote. Contractor shall contact the contracting officer or contracting officers representative (COR) when dozer is ready for pickup and allow a minimum 48 hours for government inspection, acceptance and pick-up or delivery. Government inspection of the repairs will be conducted at the contractors facility. Dozer must be fully operational and free of all metal shavings (debris) in order to be accepted by the government.
d. Questions & Answers: Q1 Can the transmission for dozer D7F, SN# 61G00360 be replaced with a rebuilt or reconditioned pump? A1 The transmission may be reconditioned using new parts. Q2 Does the contractor have to provide any warranty for the reconditioned parts? A2 A minimum 90 day warranty on parts is required. Q3 Can the contractor work on the equipment on site with a mobile service truck rather than transporting the equipment? A3 The full inspection can be done at FMS 15, Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. However, repair work may not be done on Fort Pickett. Q4 There are many possible areas the metal shavings and pieces are coming from. Will the inspection be a separate cost as a major problem might be elsewhere in the power train that would be well above and beyond the inspection price? Yes, CLIN 0002 is changed per this amendment to allow for separate pricing of the inspection. Q5 If a major problem is found will the job go to the inspecting company or put out for rebid? A5 The contractor awarded a purchase order as a result of this solicitation will be required to complete a full inspection and if either provide a report, if not the transmission (CLIN 0002) or repair the transmission to full operation and clean debris (CLIN 0001) regardless of the actual problem(s) in the transmission. If it is determined the problem is not the transmission, the government will make a determination on whether or not the purchase order will be modified based on the nature and potential cost of the repair needed. Q6 Does the D7F dozer, SN#61G00360, have a cab? A6 Yes. Q7 Does the government have a service manual for the dozer? A7 Yes.
f. The time and date for receipt of quotes is changed to 5:30 p.m. ET, Friday, August 21, 2009.
g. Pricing shall be provided as one lump sum for each CLIN. CLIN 0001 Repair; CLIN 0002 Inspection ; CLIN 0003 CMR (see description in solicitation amendment dated July 29, 2009)
h. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Added: Jul 24, 2009 2:30 pm Modified: Aug 06, 2009 3:50 pmTrack Changes The purpose of this amendment is to extend the closing date for receipt of quotes to Friday, August 14, 2009 as a result of questions received. A subsequent amendment will be posted to answer the questions.

Added: Jul 24, 2009 2:30 pm Modified: Jul 30, 2009 5:22 pmTrack Changes a. The purpose of this amendment is to correct the SN# on CLIN 0002 and provide answers to questions received.
b. The SN# for CLIN 0002 is changed to read 61G00589 versus 76E3101.
c. CLIN 0001, Dozer D-7, SN #61G00360, is there a winch on the dozer? Government Response: No.
d. CLIN 0001, Dozer D-7, SN #61G00360, will the blade be removed prior to transport? Government Response: The blade will be removed prior to award of a purchase order.
e. CLIN 0001, Dozer D-7, SN #61G00360, can the dozer walk itself on the transport trailer or will it need to be manipulated to be loaded? Government Response: The dozer is capable of walking itself onto the transport trailer.
f. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Added: Jul 24, 2009 2:30 pm Modified: Jul 29, 2009 5:41 pmTrack Changes a. The purpose of this amendment is to add an additional requirement, provide a pricing schedule, provide another pre-quote site visit date and extend the date quotes are due.
b. In addition to the requirement previously advertised, contractor shall remove and install a transmission pump and replace the transmission oil on a Caterpillar Dozer D-7, Model: D7GWROPS, Admin # MTC166, Serial # 76E3101. Government will delivery and pickup the dozer at the awarded contractor's facility provided the facility is within 100 miles of Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. Contractors with a facility outside a 100 mile radius of Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA are not precluded from competing, but will be required to transport dozer from Fort Pickett to their facility and return dozer to Fort Pickett after work is completed. The cost for any such transportation must be included in your quote. Contractor shall contact the contracting officer when dozer is ready for pickup and allow a minimum 48 hours for government inspection, acceptance and pickup. Government inspection of the installation will be conducted at the contractor's facility.
c. Pricing shall be provided as follows:
CLIN 0001 Inspect Caterpillar Dozer D-7, Ser# 61G00360, Admin #E170, NSN: 2410001859792, determine where metal shavings are originating and if it is determined they are coming from the transmission, repair the transmission problem. If it is determined they are not coming from the transmission, identify the problem and a potential solution to the contracting officer. 1 JOB $____________
CLIN 0002 Remove and install a transmission pump and replace the transmission oil on a Caterpillar Dozer D-7, Model: D7GWROPS, Admin # MTC166, Serial # 76E3101. 1 JOB $__________
CLIN 0003 Contractor shall report required information to the CMR system, web address https://cmra.army.mil. Contractors may direct technical questions to (703) 377-6199. Information regarding changes to the reporting process, when data should be entered, and how to enter certain data can be found under the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at the website provided above. In addition, general information regarding the policy, how a contractors information is protected, etc., can be found in the FAQ section. 1 JOB $__________ (NOTE: The cost of this requirement may be included in CLINS 0001 & 0002. If not separately priced, insert NSP for this CLIN.)
d. A third date has been set aside for pre-quote inspection. Both dozers will be made available for pre-quote inspection on July 30 and 31 and August 5, 2009.
e. The date for receipt of quotes is hereby extended to Friday, August 7, 2009.
f. All other terms and conditions of the original combined synopsis solicitation remain unchanged.

Added: Jul 24, 2009 2:30 pm This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Request for Quote number is W912LQ-09-T-0024. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-35 effective July 14, 2009. This procurement is solicited on an unrestricted basis. Background: During an internal inspection of a government owned Catepillar Dozer D7F, Ser# 61G00360, Admin #E170, NSN: 2410001859792, it was discovered the transmission magnetic screen assembly is full of metal pieces and shavings. It is believed the metal pieces and shavings are coming from the transmission. Requirement: The contractor shall complete a full inspection of the dozer to determine where the shavings are originating. If the contractor verifies the shavings are coming from the transmission, the contractor shall clean out metal pieces and shaving, and identify and repair the transmission problem. If the contractor determines the shavings are not coming from the transmission, the contractor shall identify the problem and provide a potential solution to the government. The contractor shall not proceed with repair(s) without prior written approval of a warranted contracting officer. The government will deliver and pickup the dozer at the awarded contractors facility provided the facility is within 100 miles of Fort Pickett, Blackstone, VA. Contractors with facilities outside a 100 mile radius of Fort Pickett are not precluded from competing, but will be required to transport dozer from Fort Pickett to their facility and return dozer to Fort Pickett after work is completed. The cost for any such transportation must be included in your quote. Contractor shall contact the contracting officer when dozer is ready for pickup and allow a minimum 48 hours for government inspection, acceptance and pickup. Government inspection of the repairs will be conducted at the contractors facility. Dozer must be operational and free of all metal shavings (debris) in order to be accepted by the government. The dozer will be made available for pre-quote inspection on July 30 and 31, 2009. This inspection is not a full inspection to identify the problem and interested vendors that perform this pre-quote inspection will not be compensated. Explanations or instructions given in a form other than an amendment to the solicitation shall not be binding. The following provisions and clauses are applicable to this acquisition: FAR Provisions 52.212-1, 52.212-3 Alt I, and 52.252-1; FAR Clauses 52.212-4, 52.212-5, 52.252-2 and DFARS Clauses 252.204-7003 and 252.212-7001. FAR provision 52.212-3 shall be completed and returned with your offer. If your company information is available through Online Representations and Certifications (ORCA) so indicate in 52.212-3 and return only that portion of the provision. FAR Provision 52.212-1 is amended as follows: Delete paragraphs (d) Product Samples and (h) Multiple Awards. FAR Provision 52.252-1 and FAR Clause 52.252-2: full text language of provisions and clauses incorporated by reference can be located at https://akss.dau.mil/default.aspx or http://farsite.hill.af.mil. FAR clause 52.212-4 is amended as follows: paragraph (g) (1) change requirement for three copies of invoices to 1 copy of invoices and add after paragraph (g) (2) the following: Invoices are to be submitted electronically to wawfvauspfo@ng.army.mil. Questions regarding payment status or delinquent payments are to be addressed to the Voucher Examiner at 434-298-6186 or 434-298-6266; Delete paragraphs (h) Patent indemnity, and (n) Title. The following clauses included in 52.212-5 are applicable: 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-36, 52.225-13, 52.232-33, 52.232-36, 52.222-41, 52.222-42, and 52.222-44. The following clauses included in 252.212-7001 are applicable: 252.225-7001 and 252.247-7023 Alt III. The service contract wage determination applicable for the location of the successful contractor will be made a part of any resulting award. To access a copy of the wage determination applicable to your area, go to http://www.wdol.gov/, click on Selecting SCA WDs and follow the prompts. Each offer shall indicate if credit card (VISA) is an acceptable form of payment. Award will be made to the lowest priced offer. All questions shall be submitted in writing and received prior to the time and date scheduled for receipt of proposals. Questions can be sent via email, rebecca.fowler@us.army.mil or fax (434) 298-6202. Quotes are due not later than 5:30 pm ET, Thursday, August 6, 2009. Quotes may be faxed to 434-292-6202, Attn: Becky Fowler or emailed to rebecca.fowler@us.army.mil.