Semi annual maintenance on generators

Added: Sep 02, 2016 2:19 pm THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE. AN AWARD WILL NOT BE MADE BASED ON RESPONSES TO THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION. THIS REQUEST IS FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY.



The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 is seeking information and sources that are capable of providing the following service



(2) Caterpillar 3508 generators

(2) Caterpillar 3512 generators



ANNUALLY

" Change engine oil using a superior grade oil meeting or exceeding CAT specifications

" Change primary and secondary fuel filters

" lubricate fan drive with caterpillar bearing lubricant

" lubricate governor linkage with caterpillar bearing lubricant

" lubricate generator bearing with caterpillar bearing lubricant

" Also includes all PM requirements stated on semi annual



SEMI-ANNUALLY

" Includes Quarterly Service Inspection PLUS:

" Analyze Coolant for Proper Antifreeze Percent %.

" Analyze Conditioner SCA Level/Add Additional SCA as Needed (Max 2 Qts.)

" Re-Torque Hose Clamps.

" Test Day Tank Alarms.

" Clean Primary Fuel Filter (if screen type).

" Check and Record Battery Cells Electrolyte Specific Gravity.

" Inspect Turbocharger for Seal Leakage and Excessive End Play Clearance (if accessible).

" Check for and Tighten Loose Terminals on the Generator Set and Generator Control Panel.

" Check Tightness of Relays in the Generator Control Panel.

" Test Safeties and Prealarms on Control and Annunciator Panels.

" Take Oil Sample (after operational checks) for Caterpillar S.O.S. Program.

" Inspect Air Cleaner Seal for Pliability and Sealing.

" Clean or Replace Inlet Filters (During Annual PM Only) for Day Tank.

" Inspect for Excessive Dirt Accumulation in the Control Panel and Clean as Needed.

" Check Rotor Air Gap for Correct Clearances.

" Inspect Rotor and Stator for Damage and Excessive Oil and/or Dirt Build Up.

" Inspect Coupling and Guards for Loose or Missing Parts.

" Check Tightness of Generator Leads and Voltage Regulator Control Wiring.

" Strap and Tape any Wiring or Generator Leads that Have Rubbing or Worn Insulation.

" Inspect Brushes and Slip Rings or Rotating Rectifiers.

" Clean and Adjust Voltage Droop Potentiometer.

" Clean Crankcase Breather, Inspect Hose and Connections.

" Check and Record Battery Voltage Dip Level During Overcrank Test for

Minimum Voltage Required to Maintain Controls During Starting.

" Record Field Voltage During Generator No-Load Run for Base Line.





at the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veteran Medical Center, 10701 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106-1702





THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS ONLY. Questions should be submitted by email to tracy.hudson3@va.gov Provide only the requested information below. The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classifications (Service Disabled/Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB/VOSB), Hub zone, 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, woman owned small business, FSS/GSA contract schedule holders or large business) relative to NAICS 562219, Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (size standard $38.5 million). Responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses to the solicitation announcement. All interested offerors will have to respond to the solicitation announcement in addition to responding to this sources sought announcement.

The deadline for this information is 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, Friday, September 6, 2016.