PRESOL | 34 | Amendment to solicitation for Repairs to Trunnion Mounted Hydraulic Cylinders, W911XK-08-T-0044, at the Soo Area Office, Corps of Engineers, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, 49783.

FBO DAILY ISSUE OF JANUARY 31, 2008 FBO #2257
SOLICITATION NOTICE

34 -- Amendment to solicitation for Repairs to Trunnion Mounted Hydraulic Cylinders, W911XK-08-T-0044, at the Soo Area Office, Corps of Engineers, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, 49783.

Notice Date: 1/29/2008
Notice Type: Solicitation Notice
NAICS: 332710 — Machine Shops
Contracting Office: US Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit, 477 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
ZIP Code: 48226
Solicitation Number: W911XK08T0044P00001
Response Due: 2/4/2008
Archive Date: 4/4/2008
Point of Contact: Jo Ann Bryant, 906-635-3494
E-Mail Address: Email your questions to US Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit
(jo.a.bryant@us.army.mil)
Small Business Set-Aside: N/A
Description: 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; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR REBUILDING HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS January 25, 2008 PART 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 SCOPE OF WORK/SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS. 1.1.1 General Information. This technical specification covers the supply of two (2) rebuilt hydraulic cylinders per the attached specifications to operate miter gates at Soo Locks. The new cylinders shall have modern upgrades to the seals and other parts. 1.1.2 G overnment furnished Materials. The Corps of Engineers will provide two (2) hydraulic cylinders (1 assembled and 1 partially disassembled) that have been in use for over 30 years. The Contractor shall provide all labor and materials required to pick up, r ebuild, test, and deliver the hydraulic cylinders. The cylinders may be inspected at the Soo Locks in the assembled condition. Contact the Technical Representative to make an appointment. 1.1.3 Delivery Date. The hydraulic cylinders shall be picked u p and delivered to the following address at the expense of the Contractor: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Marys Falls Canal 312 W. Portage Avenue Sault Ste. Marie, MI. 49783 Office Hours: Monday Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (Eastern Standa rd Time) Phone: (906) 635-3458 Both rebuilt cylinders shall be delivered to the previous address no later than six (6) weeks after an award of a contract. The hydraulic cylinders shall be shipped only after the Technical Representative of the C orps of Engineers has approved the final products. 1.1.4 Deviations from Specifications. Changes to the materials and designs may be allowed only after approval from the Technical Representative. The changes must not change the fit, form, or function of the hydraulic cylinder detailed on the supplied drawings. Some changes could require that the Contractor provide design calculations and checks made by an engineer. The specifications are intended to provide the Corps with hydraulic cylinders with mor e modern seals and materials than those detailed in the original drawings. Modern upgrades to the cylinder detailed on the drawings are strongly encouraged and desired, but must be approved by the Technical Representative of the Corps of Engineers. For t his contract, all technical questions and approvals shall be directed to Kevin Sprague. at (906) 635-3458. Otherwise, all other questions shall be directed to the Contracting Officer. 1.2 REFERENCES The publications listed below form a part of t his specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME) ASME 16 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code; Section VIII, Pressure Vessels Divis ion 1 Base Coverage; Latest Edition AMERICAN SOCIETY OF TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM) ASTM A105 (2001) Forgings, Carbon Steel, for Piping Components ASTM A193 (REV A, Rev B, 2001) Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for Hi gh-Temperature Service ASTM A564 (2002) Hot-Rolled and Cold-Finished Age-Hardening Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Bars and Shapes ASTM B505 (1996) Copper-Base Alloy Continuous Castings AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS) AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code Steel; Latest Edition FEDERAL REGULATIONS 29 CFR 1926.62 Construction Industry Lead Standard (OSHA) STEEL STRUCTURES PAINTING COUNCEL (SSPC) SSPC Guide 5 (CON) Guide for Containing Debris Generated Dur ing Paint Removal Operations SSPC Guide 7 (DIS) Guide for the Disposal of Lead-Contaminated Surface Preparation Debris SSPC SP3 Power Tool Clean ing 1.3 SUBMITTALS The following information and data shall be provided to the Technical Representative: 1.3.1 Welding Procedure Specification (WPS). Welding specifications are required for all weldments, even weld build-up. This information shall be submitted for approval prior to the start of welding. Any repair welding to the hydraulic cylinders shall be welded in accordance with the ASME-16, Section VIII, Division 1. 1.3.2 Material Test Reports (MTRs). Certified reports are required for all materials used in fabrication of the cylinders. 1.3.3 Test Reports. The reports for the hydrostatic testing shall be submitted when the cylinders are delivered. 1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING 1.4.1 Packaging. The hydraulic cylin ders shall not be prepared for shipment until they have been inspected and accepted for shipment at origin by the Technical Representative, unless inspection has been waived in writing. The hydraulic cylinders shall be shipped completely assembled. The a ssembly shall be provided with adequate protective pads, supports, and blocking. Each cylinder shall be securely restrained to prevent distortion or damage to the painted surfaces in transit. Any loss or damage during shipment, including damage to the pa inted surfaces, will be considered the responsibility of the contractor, and shall be replaced or repaired without cost to the Government. All accessories and spare parts shall be packed separately in containers plainly marked ACCESSORIES ONLY, or SPAR E PARTS ONLY. A packing list, listing the contents of each container shall be placed in a moisture proof envelope and securely fastened to the outside of the container. 1.4.2 Shipping. Packing, crating, cradles, etc., necessary to ensure safe shipmen t is the responsibility of the Contractor and shall become the property of the Government upon delivery of the equipment. If the shipping cradles in which the cylinders were originally shipped are not used, then they shall be returned to the Corps at no e xpense to the Government. The hydraulic cylinders shall be drained and the piping connections sealed. Internal rod supports are not acceptable. The Contractor shall submit his proposal for controlling movement of the piston rod for approval. Machine su rfaces shall be adequately protected from corrosion and physical damage. 1.5 WARRANTY All equipment shall be guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of acceptance. Replacement parts shall be guaranteed for 2 years from date of replaceme nt. The warranty shall cover defective materials, design, and workmanship. In cases where the equipment manufacturers advertised minimum guarantee is in excess of 2 years, it shall remain in force for its full period. Upon receipt of notice from the Go vernment of failure of any of the parts during the warranty period, new replacement parts shall be furnished and installed promptly at no additional cost to the Government. 1.6 DRAWINGS 1.6.1 Contract Drawings The Corps of Engineers submits th e following drawings: D2-21-3 - Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly and Details (Cylinder No. 1) D2-21-4 - Hydraulic Cylinder, Details (Cylinder No. 1) D2-22/8 - Miter Gate Operating Machinery Parts and Material List 09 - Trunnion Mounted H ydraulic Cylinder (Cylinder No. 2) (Note both cylinders are interchangeable in application but have different original manufacturers) Drawings are available upon request from Kevin Sprague 906-635-3458 1.6.2 Contractor Supplied Drawings. Sh op, fabrication, or shop assembly drawings shall be provided by the Contractor on information not detailed on the Corps-Supplied drawings. Any component part of fabricated items omitted on the contract drawings shall be detailed on the shop drawings. If departures from the contract drawings are deemed necessary by the Contractor (and approved by the Technical Representative) details of such departures, includin g changes in related portions of the project and reasons therefore, shall be submitted with the shop drawings. The drawings shall show complete details of materials, tolerances, machined surface finishes, and connections. PART 2.0 PRODUCTS < BR>2.1 MATERIALS AND MODIFICATIONS 2.1.1 General. Materials shall conform to the requirements indicated on the drawings or referred to herein, and when not covered thereby, materials and mechanical equipment of the best commercial grade quality sui ted to the intended use as approved by the Technical Representative shall be furnished. The manufacturers name, address, and a cylinder identification number shall be permanently displayed on a permanent metal nameplate securely attached to the rear cyli nder head identifying each cylinder as being rebuilt. The Government contract number shall also be stamped on the nameplate. Due to the age of these cylinders, if the Contractor knows of better methods, designs, or materials, they may be proposed. All app ropriate information should be forwarded to the Technical Representative for evaluation and approval. 2.1.2 Disassembly and Inspection. The cylinders shall be completely disassembled by the Contractor. The Technical Representative shall be given the o pportunity to inspect the cylinder and its parts. The Contractor also shall perform a thorough inspection of the cylinder. Any and all deficiencies shall be brought to the attention of the Technical Representatives. Any resulting repairs (as requested b y the Corps) not covered by this specification will be covered under a contract modification. 2.1.3 Hydraulic Cylinders. The assembled cylinders shall be of such straightness that the piston and rod move smoothly therein without any indication of bindi ng or tight spots. The bore shall be honed to remove any cuts or scoring that may be present. If the bore is honed more than .030 inches, the Technical Representative shall be consulted to evaluate the situation and determine whether or not to modify the contract to include any extra work. The final surface finish shall be compatible with the piston rings used so as to result in leakage not great than that specified in testing (See Paragraph 2.4.2). The new piston bushings shall be resized accordingly. (See Paragraph 2.1.7) 2.1.4 Piping Connections. The piping connections shall be inspected visually. If pitting, corrosion or any other irregularity is present, the Technical Representative shall be informed. 2.1.5 Cylinder Heads and Flanges. The cylinder heads and flanges shall be inspected to ensure an adequate sealing surface that is compatible with the 0-ring gaskets. The heads or gasket surfaces should be refaced as necessary at no expense to the Corps. The alignment neck of the blind end and rod end heads shall be resized to mate with the honed cylinder bore at the same tolerance ratio specified on the prints. A nameplate shall be added to the rear head as noted in Paragraph 2.1.1. 2.1.6 Piston Rods. The existing rod of cylinder No. 1 is forged steel clad with Type 304 stainless steel, the existing rod of cylinder No. 2 is made of a Type 416 grade of stainless steel. The rod shall be initially inspected and if the rod is found to be bent or otherwise not true, the Technical Representati ve shall be informed prior to any work performed. The piston rod shall be ground to remove any cuts or scoring that may be present. The outside diameter of the rod shall then be built up by hard chrome plating to the final dimension and tolerances indica ted in the drawings. The hard chrome plating shall not be less than 0.005 inch thickness per side. The final rod surface shall have a roughness height of not more than 8 micro-inches rms. Any repair work to the rod not specified in this specification wi ll require a modification to the contract. If the Contractor has ground more than 0.010 inches per side without removing all imperfections, the Technical Repre sentative should be contacted to inspect and modify the contract, if necessary. 2.1.7 Pistons. The final outside diameter of the piston bushing shall be resized with the same tolerance ratio as specified on original prints to fit the inside diameter of the honed cylinder bore. Alternate designs or materials may be proposed by the contractor. All appropriate information should be forwarded to the Technical Representative for evaluation and approval. 2.1.8 O-Ring Seals. The O-ring seals shall be made of Buna-N or Viton and designed for 1000 psi service and the 1500 psi hydrostatic test. 2.1.9 Rod Wiper. Contractor shall propose modern wiper. All appropriate information should be forwarded to the Technical Representative for evaluation and appro val. 2.1.10 Piston Rings. Piston rings shall be sized accordingly to fit the honed cylinder bore. Contractor shall proposed the type of ring material. All appropriate information should be forwarded to the Technical Representative for evaluation and approval. 2.1.11 Piston Rod Seals. The type of seal shall be proposed by the Contractor. All appropriate information should be forwarded to the Technical Representative for evaluation and approval. 2.1.12 Rod Bushing. The existing bushing may be repaired and resized or a new bushing may be manufactured. The final inside diameter of the bushing shall conform to the same tolerance ratio as specified on original prints to fit the outside diameter of the rod. Alternate designs or materials may be pr oposed by the contractor. All appropriate information should be forwarded to the Technical Representative for evaluation and approval. 2.1.13 Trunnions (cylinder bracket). The cylinder No. 2 Trunnion has cracked welds at the trunnion/cylinder interface. These welds shall be gouged and repaired. 2.1.14 Hydraulic Fluid. The hydraulic fluid to be used during shop testing and to flush the system after installation shall be Mobile DTE13M hydraulic oil. 2.3 SPARE PARTS The contractor shall f urnish spare parts (with the manufacturers name and part number) in the quantities listed below: Item Quantity Rod Wiper 2 O-Ring Seals 2 sets Piston Rod Rings 2 sets 2.4 SHOP ASSEMBLY AND TESTING The hydraulic power syste m shall be completely shop assembled and tested insofar as possible using temporary piping and wiring to determine the correctness of fabrication. Shop tests shall be made in the presence and of a representative of the Contracting Officer, unless otherwis e waived in writing. Upon satisfactory completion of the tests, preliminary acceptance will be made by the Contracting Officer. 2.4.1 Cleaning. Extreme care shall be taken during shop assembly to avoid inclusion of foreign materials into the equipment . The interior of the cylinder piping shall be cleaned with lint free cloths and flushed with oil at a minimum velocity of 15 fps, which has passed through a 10-micron filter. 2.4.2 Cylinder Tests. The cylinders shall be filled with hydraulic oil, bled of all air and tested in the shop as follows: The piston shall be blocked approximately 1-1/4 inches from the fully extended position and a pressure of 1500 psi shall be imposed on the cap end for five minutes. The leakage past the piston shall be collec ted and measured and shall not exceed 12 fluid ounces. The Technical Representative shall be present at the test, unless otherwise waived in writing. 2.5 PAINTING 2.5.1 Surface Preparation. Surface preparation shall be power tool or brush-off b last cleaning conforming to SSPC-SP 3 or SP 7. As much as practical, the coating system shall be applied to individual components and items before assembly to ensure complete coverage and maximum protection against corrosion. 2.5.2 Painting. All unfin ished surfaces shall be coated with a three part application of paint. This application shall consist of a base coat of formula V-766b white paint, a sub coat o f formula V-766b gray paint, and a finish coat of formula V-103 black paint. Paint shall be thinned for spraying 10 to 30 percent by volume with T-10 thinner. Paints shall not be applied when the temperature of the ambient air or receiving surfaces are bel ow 35?F nor when the receiving surface is above 125?F.
Place of Performance: Address: US Army Corps of Engineers, Soo Area Office St Marys Falls Canal Sault Ste. Marie MI; Zip Code: 49783; Country: US
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34 -- Amendment to solicitation for Repairs to Trunnion Mounted Hydraulic Cylinders, W911XK-08-T-0044, at the Soo Area Office, Corps of Engineers, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, 49783.