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23 -- COMBAT SUPPORT VEHICLE (CSV) SOL USZA25-00-R-0001 DUE 121799 POC Leo J. Sydlik Jr. 410-278-2977 FAX 410-278-2980/2077 E-MAIL: Contract Specialist Leo J. Sydlik Jr., LSYDLIK@APG-EMH1.APG.ARMY.MIL. The R&D Office U.S. Army Garrision Aberdeen Proving Ground Maryland has a requirement for the production or modification of an existing vehicle platform for a Combat Support Vehicle (CSV). The CSV has an expected overall dimension of L156" X W56" X H36". It shall contain a load bearing platform of 84" X 55" located in the aft portion of the vehicle. The CSV must be capable of obtaining and sustaining speed's up to 45-55 mph. The CSV must be powered by a diesel engine. The CSV gross vehicle weight rating is 7,000 -- 9,000 lbs. (curb and payload weight dependent). The CSV shall contain minimal gages and instrumention and shall accommodate only the operator/driver. The range of the CSV shall be 250-350 miles with a 3,000 lb (mean) payload. The CSV must have a ground clearance of 10" and a vertical step of 18". The CSV must have a turning radius no greater than it's own length dimension. The CSV must be capable of performing the following missions: Cargo Hauler and Tow Tractor. The primary mission of the CSV is to hall heavy bulk cargo over irregular terrain in a closed confined environment. Cross country movement. The secondary mission of the CSV is to haul heavy bulk cargo cross-country from a logistics staging area to outlining sites. Interested firms must communicate their interest in writing to the Contract Specialist for a copy of the Request For Proposal USZA25-00-R-0001. No telephone calls will be accepted. Posted 12/02/99 (W-SN405187). (0336)

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