AFFTC/PKAD Directorate of Contracting, 5 S Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-1185

38 -- TRENCHER AND TRAILER SOL F04700-97-T-1473 DUE 022597 POC Donna Chesher, Contract Specialist, (805)277-3900, ext. 2216; John Lemacks, Contracting Officer, (805)277-3900, ext. 2253. WEB: on-line acquisition solicitation information system, http://cpf. edwards.af.mil/contract/rfp.html. E-MAIL: click e-mail link to contact POC, chesherd%pk@mhs.elan.af.mil. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is F04700-97-T-1473. This is Request for Quotation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FAC 90-42 and DAC 91-11. This acquisition is 100% small business set asidea100% small business set aside. Standard industrial classification code: 3531. Small Business Size Standard: 750. The acquisition includes Contract Line Item Number(s): 0001, 1 each, trencher IAW attached minimum salient characteristics. 0002, 1 each, trailer, IAW attached minimum salient characteristics. For delivery to Base Supply Officer, 120 N. Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB CA 93524-5350. Minimum salient characteristics: 0001: This equipment is heavy-duty, industrial, lattice-type, center-line trencher. The unit is capable of trenching through decomposed granite and hard-pan dirt without strain to the transmission or engine.This equipment with the three attachments is to be used to trench and install telecommunications cables up to 60 inches deep in all types of terrain. Back hoe attachment will be used to dig up existing buried telecommunications cable. Back fill blade will be used to cover newly installed telecommunications cable. Trenching blade attachment will be used to trench up to 60 inches deep to install new telecommunications cable in the ground. The trencher must be a 4-wheel drive, with 2-wheel steering to traverse rugged terrain. The wheel base must be at least 65 inches and length at least 100 inches to allow its use with a 200-inch trailer already in place with stinger and backhoe lying open. The trencher must have 12 inches or higher ground clearance to accommodate uneven terrain and rocks. The trencher must have at least a 4-cylinder engine with enough horse power to trench through decomposed granite and frozen dirt without losing speed or losing power. High-low type forward speed range and 1 speed reverse for desert use. Must have hand operated parking brake for stability on incline. Creep speed 0-45 feet per minute with no loss in torque, for speed in trenching long distances. Must have at least two post roll over protective structure. Must have remote back fill lift and speed/direction control for back hoe attachment to enable driver to control attachment from remote location. Tires and wheels must be flotation type for traction on desert sand. Trencher drive must have 4 speeds with reverse for control in landscaped areas. Must be capable of accommodating future additions of an earth saw and a vibratory plow. Back fill blade attachment: Flexible (not rigid). Standard: 6-way hydraulic lift, angle, and tilt. Must be capable of left or right crab steer, and up and down tilt for better maneuverability in congested area. Center-line trenching attachment: Trench depth up to 60 inches. Trench Width-with standard chain up to 18 inches to fit two 8 inch conduits side by side. Spoil discharge reach at least 30 inches to dispose of desert sand away from trench. Back hoe attachment : Must have hydraulic stabilizers and walkway front mounts for added safety. Must have two heavy duty bucket assemblies, one narrow for work in landscaped area, and one wide for desert digging in wide area. Must have remote engine control for back hoe attachment for remote driver control. Bucket cylinder must have at least 4500 lbf. to dig into frozen ground and extremely hard dirt. 0002. Beavertail trailer with electric brakes. Tires and wheels must be capable of supporting heavy duty trencher and be capable of highway transportation at speeds up to 55mph. Electric hand control for use in sub zero temperatures. Wet cell battery to operate electric hand control. Chain to secure trencher to trailer under normal highway conditions. Heavy duty chain binder strong enough to secure chain around trencher. Maximum bed width 96 inches to travel on highways and smaller roads. Minimum ramp width 18 inches to accommodate large tires. 2 axles for strength to support trencher. Tag-a-long tongue for proper clearance when performing left or right turns. 12 volt electric brakes with breakaway switch and battery box for safety. Tie down formed steel bar welded to frame for strength in desert conditions. Tie down points available for tying down cargo. Tongue jack with foot pad to support trailer with trencher loaded on it. FAR provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial applies. Offerors must include a completed copies of FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items. FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies. FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies. Applicable FAR clauses cited in 52.212-5 are:52.222-26,Equal Opportunity; 52.225-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era. Addendum: 52.232-28, Electronic Funds Transfer Payment Methods. DFAR clause 252.212 7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items applies. Applicable DFAR clauses cited in 252.212-7001 are: 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) rating is: Unrated. Offers are due at the Air Force Flight Test Center, Directorate of Contracting, 5 S. Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB CA 93524-1185, on 25 Feb 97. Fax to (805)258-9689. (0032)

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