Wrecker Repair

This specification covers Allison transmissions repair parts, labor and service on a
Florida Army National Guard (FLARNG) vehicle. The FLARNG has a M984A4 truck
recovery vehicle that is non-mission capable and requires local contractor maintenance
support. The transmission installed on the wrecker is the Allison 4500 SP/5-speed
automatic.
1.1 Background. The transmission is skipping gears and the vehicle will not accelerate
beyond 35 mph. After further diagnostic testing it was discovered that the transmission
modules are malfunctioning, which requires an external diagnostic machine to ensure
transmission is working properly. The FLARNG does not possess the equipment
necessary to complete the diagnostics and repair of the transmission.
1.2 For this reason, the contractor must have the knowledge, skill and abilities to
expertly diagnose, install, test and warranty work on the above mentioned equipment.
The contractor shall provide all parts requirements to properly repair the transmission,
to include but not limited to the replacement of the Internal Harness, the PCS3
Solenoid, the SS1 Solenoid and all necessary gaskets/seals.
1.3 The contractor shall perform labor in accordance with the MAC chart to properly
diagnose, drop, inspect, and repair/install new the identified parts to professional
standards established by the Automotive Service of Excellence (A.S.E.) and warranty
the workmanship for a minimum of one (1) year from the date of full acceptance of the
work.
1.4 The vehicle is located at Field Maintenance Shop number 2 (FMS 2) on North
Howard Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33606. The vehicle shall be transported to the
contractor by a government representative, according to a pre-determined period of
performance.
2.0 MATERIALS:

2.1 Materials must meet or exceed the standard in the industry for improvement of the
services to be performed and conforms with respect to the specifications. At a minimum
the contractor is expected to replace the Internal Harness, the PCS3 Solenoid, the SS1
Solenoid and all necessary gaskets/seals

2.2 The contractor is responsible for purchasing, replacing and warranting any parts
associated with the repair of this vehicle.
NOTE: The electronic systems on the vehicle are very complex, so
gray (no refurbished or generic) parts are not to be used.
3.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

3.1 Should any material be found defective, not meeting specifications, or that which
has not been approved in writing by the owner shall, upon discovery (including any time
within the period of the guarantee), be replaced with the specified equipment or material
at no additional cost to the FLARNG.

4.0 WARRANTY:

4.1 The Contractor shall guarantee all of the work that is performed under this contract,
including all materials, workmanship, for a minimum of one (1) year from the date of full
acceptance of the work.

5.0 DISCREPANCIES:
5.1 If there are discrepancies in the specifications, the Contractor shall ask for a
clarification from the FLARNG prior to solicitation closing.
5.2 If no clarification is requested, the FLARNG’s judgement shall rule.

6.0 CONTRACT COMPLETION:
6.1 The Contractor shall complete this contract within thirty (30) calendar days from
date given notice to proceed. Additionally, all work is to be performed during normal
business hours.

7.0 CLEAN-UP:
7.1 Contractor is responsible for the removal and disposal of all hazardous wastes or
material.

8.0 Evaluation of Proposals
8.1 Bids will be evaluated by Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). LPTA
evaluation is low price and technically acceptable by the FLARNG.  Only electronic submissions through www.fbo.gov will be accepted.  The LPTA
evaluation criteria will be utilized in the following competencies:

a. A.S.E. Certified credentialing in the above notated expertise
b. Previous work performance documented in like work performance
c. Best price offered
d. Proposed work performance schedule

9.0 Period of Performance
9.1 This project is a high priority for the FLARNG and is expected to be completed
within 30-days of award. Extensions required due to parts shipments or other project
delays will be considered by the FLARNG.
PARTS LIST
1. Internal Wiring Harness – NIIN: 01-541-0650; QTY required 1 ea
2. PCS3 Solenoid (Pressure Control Switch) – NIIN: 01-541-2277; QTY required 1 ea
3. SS1 Solenoid (Speed Sensor – NIIN: 01-541-2277; QTY required 1 ea
4. Gasket – NIIN: 01-188-5981; QTY required 1 ea
5. The electronic systems on the systems are very complex, so gray (no refurbished or generic)
parts are not to be used.