SOLICITATION NOTICE
N -- Vehicle Retrofit
- Notice Date
- 9/18/2009
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 811198
— All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance
- Contracting Office
- Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), Administrative Programs Division (APD), 99 New York Avenue, NE, 3rd Floor - Acquisitions, Washington, District of Columbia, 20226
- ZIP Code
- 20226
- Solicitation Number
- 9401939beltsville
- Archive Date
- 10/8/2009
- Point of Contact
- Simone Rittenhouse, Phone: 202-648-9131, James M. Huff, Phone: 202-648-9117
- E-Mail Address
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simone.rittenhouse@atf.gov, james.huff@atf.gov
(simone.rittenhouse@atf.gov, james.huff@atf.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined solicitation synopsis. No other solicitation is available. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. The requiring office is the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, herein referred to as (ATF) ATF Explosives Technology Branch. The requirements consist of the Retrofitting of 9 Vehicles for the Arson and Explosive Office. The Following items must all be supplied by the contractor. A detail listing of the below items must be submitted with the final proposal. (1)Statement of Work Modifications to ( 3 ) three conventionally OEM equipped Ford, model E350 vans, with rear cargo doors. These vehicle modifications shall be designed and built in a modular design. Each component shall be completely pre-finished outside of the vehicle and when placed into the interior shall securely interlock together via steel connectors to form one assembly. This assembly shall be secured to the vehicle with metal bolts and brackets through the floor and other interior structures without interfering with any undercarriage components or interior components of the vehicle or vehicle systems. Interior trim panels shall remain in place and not be damaged while the conversion is under construction. All exterior add-on hardware connectors and fasteners will be stainless steel and their drilled entry holes will be pre-filled with silicone seal. Interior OEM vehicle accessories such as jack, jack handles and such shall be removed from their storage positions before work is begun. These accessories shall then remain with each vehicle. SUSPENSION MODIFICATIONS: Side Steps -- Tubular metal steps will be installed at the passenger and driver side doors, manufactured of stainless steel or powder-coated steel. Suspension -- An air bag lift system shall be installed on the rear suspension of the vehicle to even out the vehicle attitude when towing and to manage carrying a heavy interior load. This system will have in-cab controls and mechanical analog gauges to control and manage the amount of pressure in the leveling bags from the driver’s position. ENGINE AND ELECTRICAL MODICATIONS: Accessory Battery and Accessory Circuit Isolation -- One heavy duty (no less than 105 amp/hr) RV/Marine sealed gel cell battery shall be mounted in a custom compartment in the vehicle and shall be connected to the vehicle charging system via an isolator wired to keep all accessories isolated from the vehicle starting systems. All accessories shall operate from this additional battery on a separately protected circuit. Ignition Override -– An ignition override switch shall be mounted on the control console to permit the ignition key to be removed, the vehicle locked and the engine to remain running. Accessory Power Points -– Fused, 12-volt power outlets (standard US cigarette lighter type) shall be mounted in the front console (minimum of 2), at the fold down work station (minimum of 2), and at the rear of the vehicle (minimum of 2). Trailer Package -– If not so equipped at the time of delivery to the vendor’s facility, each vehicle shall have installed a DOT Class IV trailer hitch, trailer wiring to contemporary US standards, a transmission oil cooler, and an electronic brake controller for a two-axle trailer. 120-VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS: 120-Volt Outlets -– One Hubbell marine 15 amp straight blade weatherproof inlet shall be mounted on the driver's side rear of the vehicle and wired to a junction box with circuit breaker protection and two multi outlet strips for equipment, which shall be installed at the interior charging station and at the rear of the vehicle respectively. One 120-volt outlet will also be run to an accessible point on the front console (see console). All wiring shall be completed to current NEC standards and durable for use in motor vehicles. Power Inverter –- One 2500-watt frequency stable 120-volt inverter shall be mounted in the electrical area and properly vented against overheating. The inverter shall be wired to the battery system with the appropriate size cable with an on-off switch installed in the control area of the vehicle. CAB INTERIOR: Console -- A front control console manufactured from cabinet grade plywood securely covered with a color-coordinated laminate shall be installed. A cooling fan, air vents, a minimum of four 12-volt accessory power outlets, and a separately controlled LED map light shall be installed in the console. A Single 120-volt outlet should be located in an accessible spot on the lower portion of the console. Power control and switching for accessories shall be controlled through a 7-function switch control box with rocker switches and illuminated legends. The remaining area on the console shall be for control heads from the radio and other equipment. (See Communications) The maximum remaining room in the console that can reasonably be used shall have a lockable compartment. The exterior on the drivers side or rear of the console should have a pocket or trays for books, maps, etc. Power systems used within the console shall be with OEM plugs, plug-in harnesses with GXL function coded wiring every 4”. (Detailed drawing must be submitted for approval before a contract and order is issued.) Harness system -- There shall be a custom harness system specific to the vehicle that shall be routed throughout the vehicle including OEM factory style plugs and connectors. This harness shall be designed so all vehicles are produced exactly the same with all connectors and routing consistent throughout every vehicle. Common ground locations shall be used and be consistent in all vehicles. All wire shall be GXL wire function coded every 4" and protected with high temperature, convoluted loom. There shall be no splices or connectors within any harness and anywhere that wiring passes through a wall an insulated grommet shall be used. OEM factory plug in connectors shall be used in every possible location to eliminate cutting and splicing into factory wiring. A CAD drawn wiring schematic shall be included and supplied with each vehicle at delivery outlining connection points and routing throughout the vehicle. Functional Gun Safe -– A separate discreet compartment shall be installed within the in the rear closet or other suitable location within the caged area IAW current ATF policy which shall serve as a secured location for the storage of one handgun. This compartment shall have a suitable high security lock. Cab Lighting –- An individually operable white light fixture shall be mounted in the front for additional cab lighting. This light shall have independent switching control. REAR INTERIOR: Interior -- All doors, walls and the ceiling shall be sound insulated and covered with gray marine carpet over 1/4" Luan plywood. A 1/2" exterior Luan or BC plywood subfloor covered with ambulance style easy-to-clean flooring shall be installed over the metal floor and to keep equipment from sliding around and wearing into the plywood. A cargo tie down strip should be mounted the length of the van on each wall midway up. This should be appropriately anchored to the vehicle body. Additional cargo tie down points should be installed on the floor along the van aisle and rear. Bulkhead Wall -- Custom fabricated expanded mesh steel bulkhead with sliding door separating front and rear compartments. The bulkhead wall shall be solid bottom with expanded mesh screen top. The sliding door shall be protected with a manual high security locking system accessible from the cab of the vehicle in the event of complete electrical or electric lock failure. A standard commercial partition is not be acceptable. Lighting – LED flood lighting mounted inside by the side and rear doors to illuminate work areas by the doors with a momentary cancel switch to cancel the circuit when not needed. These lights automatically reset when the doors are reopened. There shall be additional lighting to illuminate the areas around the vehicle by the side and rear doors. Three, 12-volt interior LED array lighting fixtures shall be installed over the work area and down the center of the van. Roof Vent -- Mounted in the roof with a 750 CFM exhaust fan. This shall allow the interior to vent when the temperature rises through a built in thermostat or on command from a console mounted switch. CABINETRY: General Construction Specifications -- All cabinetry is constructed out of lightweight heavy duty aluminum or suitable alloy with a suitable rubberized coating (e.g. Rhino liner), swivel tie down should be mounted to the exterior lips of the shelves, marine carpet in all interior compartments and PVC on all exposed edges for durability. Inside Charging Station – A small locker like cabinet with three shelves located on the driver's side adjacent to the closet fabricated from lightweight metal or alloy and covered with a rubberized laminate or spray and edged with PVC bumper strip for durability. It should have adequate airflow for cooling of the chargers and a door to secure the chargers in the cabinet. There shall be an outlet strip powered from the on board inverter and shoreline. The additional shelves will hold extra batteries and accessories. This cabinet should be no more than 8 inches in width. Closet -- Closet against the bulkhead for bomb suit. This shall be easily accessible from the driver compartment and the side door. The door shall be of solid construction and shall be secured by a positive latching system. Shelving -- Custom-shelving units shall be installed down each side of the vehicle leaving the center open. There shall be easy accessibility from the side and rear doors. These units shall be contoured to the shape of the van walls and be designed to hold a variety of Pelican cases, SCBA, Disrupter, Tools and all other equipment carried. The shelves should be modular in nature and the ability to remove them or alter the configuration with minimal work to provide more cargo space. There shall be a locking cabinet for weapons and sensitive materials, a static-free, grounded compartment and one supply drawer with movable clear Plexi dividers for small parts. Opposite the supply drawer in opening on the rear door shall be an area for securing the Porta-mag box. A long truck vault type box with a long drawer running the length of the cabinetry will be installed in the center aisle on the floor to accommodate long tools. This box should be no more than 8 inches in height and be capable of holding a 500lb load on it’s top. Magazine Trays -- Custom aluminum tray built into the rear side cabinetry, which shall pull out towards the rear door opening. There shall be a door covering the opening where the trays store. The explosives magazines shall bolt down to the tray for security and have independent locking mechanisms in compliance with ATF policy. Rear Fold Down Work Area – A fold down work desk built into the cabinetry positioned so as to fold down from the cabinetry towards the bulkhead by the side door area. This unit shall be capable of supporting 150 pounds when fully extended. A fold down jump seat with seatbelt shall be mounted to the bulkhead so that the desk can be used and the doors closed while seated. VEHICLE SECURITY: Dead Bolts –- Electrically operated dead bolts shall be installed on each rear side door and on the rear cargo doors. Each deadbolt shall be of hardened steel, at least ½ inch square. These bolts shall all be simultaneously operated by a high security, key lock switch in the cab of the vehicle as a by-pass circuit. The existing power door lock control shall operate the deadbolts and the key switch shall allow them to be independent from the system for security. An indicator light shall be installed which shall alert the operator when the ignition is on and the deadbolts are not engaged in the secure position. A fail-safe toggle shall be installed which shall connect each deadbolt via metal cable to a discrete handle for the purposes of opening the deadbolt from the inside without the use of the electrical actuator circuits. The interior handle shall be protected to prevent equipment or other cargo from inadvertently unlocking the deadbolt. Window Security -– Expanded metal screen panels shall be installed and secured to the inside of all windows to the rear of the front partition. These screens shall be fabricated from ¾”, 9 gauge flattened material painted non-reflective black on both sides. All edges shall be treated so that no sharp points shall damage loading and unloading of equipment or harm personnel operating out of the vehicle. All windows to the rear of the front partition shall have limo tint material applied and shall be applied to the level of “limousine privacy” level. Keyless Entry and Security System –- A compatible aftermarket electronic security system with an audible siren and appropriate sensors shall be installed and added to existing OEM alarm system, or, a compatible system that fully duplicates all OEM keyless entry/start systems and add electronic sensors and security controls may be substituted. This system will include an audible electronic siren separate from emergency response equipment, light flasher, starter interrupt and a shock sensor near the dash area to detect impact and breaking glass. Alarm system components will be installed in a location and manner to make access or neutralization from the outside significantly difficult. (Detailed drawing must be submitted for approval before a contract and order are issued.) EMERGENCY RESPONSE WARNING LIGHTING AND SIREN: With the exception of the removable dash strobe, all emergency lighting and equipment shall be mounted in a manner which shall obscure them from view so the vehicle shall not overtly appear as an emergency vehicle. Windshield Emergency Lights –- Two slimline high-intensity LED headliner arrays with one displaying red the other blue when activated shall be installed in the upper edge of the headliner at the windshield, to the left and right of the OEM rear view mirror. These will be wired as one lighting unit and shall be controlled via a single switch in the front console. A lighted legend or indicator will indicate when the unit is energized. Placement of the color shall be in accordance with US DOT standards. Grille Lights –- Two high intensity LED strobe lights shall be securely mounted behind the vehicle grille work – one red, one blue. Placement of the color shall be in accordance with existing standards from US DOT. These lights shall be controlled via switching in the front console and a lighted legend shall indicate when the units are energized. Intersection surface mount LED Arrays – High intensity blue LED arrays, which appear to be clear and colorless when not energized, will be installed on forward-most aspect the front fenders in a manner to not block or hinder the function of OEM lighting. These lights shall be controlled by a single switch in the front console and a lighted legend will indicate when the lights are energized. Rear LED Safety Flashers – Two high-intensity LED units with dual lights displaying alternating red and blue shall be installed on the upper aspect of the inside of the rear cargo doors, be directed outward and shall activate when emergency lighting has been activated from the cab console. Rear Floods -– Two, white high-intensity LED flood lights shall be surface or recess mounted on the rear bumper and be operational and energized with the rear backup lights as well as the rear doors being opened and wired to a momentary contact cancel switch. The lights should be able to be activated as well when parked by a console mounted switch Siren -– A 200 watt multi-tone siren control head shall be installed in the console in the cab. The control head shall be wired to an included 200-watt speaker, which shall be mounted in the front of the vehicle. COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT: Radio -– Vendor shall install and supply power wiring for one Motorola transceiver system, supplied by customer, in the front console area. A dual use disguised antenna shall be installed and wired to replace the OEM AM-FM antenna on the front fender. A modification shall be made to any existing overhead console installing two radio speakers wired to the front console. REAR-VIEW LCD CAMERA SYSTEM: Contractor will remove the OEM rear view mirror from the inside of the windshield. In place of the mirror assembly a color LCD screen will be mounted between the two headliner emergency LED arrays. The LCD screen will be hard wired to a video camera mounted on the rear of the vehicle near license plate in a discrete manner and in such a way as to not be obscured by glare from the license plate lights, OR, above the rear doors and be adjustable to point downward.. The camera and LCD display will be wired to have an independent on/off function switch. All of the forgoing specifications are consistent with other similar response vehicles in service with the Explosives Technology Branch. Standardization of equipment and operations is key to the efficiency of the Branch and deviation from the specifications is not possible. Production Time -- Work to be completed on entire contract 6-8 weeks after arrival of all chassis to contractor. Delivery of vehicles -– Customer shall deliver vehicles to vendor. Agency customer representatives shall be permitted to make pre-announced visits to view work in-progress on subject vehicles. Details and Drawings -- Bidders must submit complete detailed construction specifications on all products offered for the vehicle as proposed. A general statement or letter stating that the bidder meets all specifications will not be sufficient evidence of bidder intentions. Photo copied specifications will not be acceptable. Bidder specifications must follow the same sequence as that used in these specifications for ease of comparison. References -- Bidder must supply a list of a minimum of 10 same style, size and type of vehicle delivered with in the last 24 months and in service within 100 miles of the bidding agency. List must contain name of service, in service date of vehicle, year make and model, contact person and a current phone number. Warranty -– A Vendor’s Warranty covering all materials and workmanship shall be provided in writing and shall cover the modifications for the period of one year. Warranty shall state a minimum of 5 years warranty on all vendor-installed electrical system components and systems. Only bids containing the warranties noted in the specifications will be considered. Bidder must include printed statements of warranty with bid. These vehicles will be distributed and assigned at locations throughout the 48 contiguous United States. Problems and inadequacies in materials, workmanship, unusual wear or failure will be resolved at service locations nearest the assigned post of duty at the vendor’s expense. (2) Statement of Work Modifications to 6 (six) conventionally (OEM) equipped Ford, model F-350 diesel-powered pickup trucks. These vehicle modifications shall consist of and for the purpose of this contract are limited to: Each component shall be completely pre-finished outside of the vehicle and when placed into the interior shall securely interlock together via steel connectors to form one assembly. This assembly shall be secured to the vehicle with metal bolts and brackets through the floor and other interior structures without interfering with any undercarriage components or interior components of the vehicle or vehicle systems. Interior trim panels shall remain in place and not be damaged while the conversion is under construction. All exterior add-on hardware connectors and fasteners will be stainless steel and their drilled entry holes will be pre-filled with silicone seal. These vehicle modifications shall consist of and are limited to: MAJOR STRUCTURE MODIFICATIONS – Stahl truck bed body Stahl custom bumper with above bed body Stahl Class V hitch A.R.E. steel cap Extendo-Bed and sub-mounting support Rear Suspension Upgrade Tubular, exterior step boards General -- Any OEM vehicle accessories such as jack, jack handles and other such equipment will be removed from their storage positions before work is begun, if the work involves enclosing those parts and accessories. These accessories will remain with each vehicle. Credit for OEM Parts and Subassemblies to be removed – Contractor shall, in their proposal, identify all OEM parts and subassemblies that will be removed and replaced by other aftermarket parts and subassemblies (OEM bed, trailer hitch, etc.) and identify and establish value same for resale or barter by the contractor. ?? Stahl truck bed body – Contractor will install a Stahl truck bed body with external storage compartments, with custom options and specifications, as specified in a previous quote to ATF Explosives Technology Branch, and supplied as Model GL-101-48.5. This bed body includes the Stahl custom bumper, placing the OEM bumper assembly. Bed body will be painted to match OEM color using OEM paint codes. Primed, painted and clear coated inside and out. Stahl Class V Hitch/Trailer Package – Contractor shall install on each vehicle a Stahl DOT Class V trailer hitch (STAHL part number 142564) and trailer wiring to contemporary US standards, an electronic brake controller for a two-axle trailer, and install an extension to the OEM trailer electrical jack and install/mount the jack at a location within reasonable proximity to the trailer hitch receiver. Contractor will supply, in hard copy and/or digital format, a complete wiring diagram and schematic of all wiring that is installed or modified. A.R.E. Steel Cap – Contractor will install an A.R.E. barn door steel cap, with custom options and specifications, as specified in quote to ATF Explosives Technology Branch. Cap and all exterior aspects will be painted to match OEM color using OEM paint codes. In reference, the current cap configuration is listed by A.R.E. as: D199-26, Ford SD W/O Step RC LB DCU 26”, and can be referenced with a previous acquisition under serial number N1650568. Compartment Lighting –- A switchable white light shall be mounted in each compartment of the Stahl truck bed. Each light shall have independent switching control. A multi-LED longitudinal array will be installed on each side of the cap Extendo Bed – A specific ETB-design “bomb squad” Extendo Bed, pull out cargo storage and access system will be installed in the Stahl custom truck bed. The mounts nearest the cab will be reinforced with steel bar stock, installed perpendicular to the length of the vehicle. Photographs of previous iterations of this installation will be provided. This model ExtendoBed is illustrated by the company under their Proposal # 4685. Air Lift Bags for Rear Suspension -- Suspension -- An air bag lift system shall be installed on the rear suspension of the vehicle to even out the vehicle attitude when towing and to manage carrying a heavy interior load. This system will have in-cab controls and mechanical analog gauges to control and manage the amount of pressure in the leveling bags from the driver’s position. Tubular, exterior step boards – Tubular, exterior running boards – Contractor shall install stainless steel exterior running tubes on both sides of vehicle. Installed product will meet or exceed the specifications for Ford OEM product. All of the forgoing specifications are consistent with other similar response vehicles in service with the Explosives Technology Branch. Standardization of equipment and operations is key to the efficiency and interoperability of the Branch and deviation from the specifications is not possible. ENGINE AND ELECTRICAL MODICATIONS: Accessory Battery and Accessory Circuit Isolation -- One heavy duty battery, matching the capacity of the standard OEM battery, shall be mounted in the engine compartment and will be connected to the vehicle charging system via a fused isolator wired to keep all accessories isolated from the vehicle starting systems. All accessories shall operate from this additional battery on a separately protected circuit. Ignition Override -– An ignition override switch shall be mounted on the control console to permit the ignition key to be removed, the vehicle locked and the engine to remain running. Accessory Power Points – Two, fused 12 volt power outlets (standard US cigarette lighter type) shall be mounted in the front console, two discreetly mounted at each rear side door, and one in the rear-most right hand (passenger) side within the last storage compartment of the Stahl custom bed of the vehicle. 120-VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS: Power Inverter – One 2500 watt frequency-stable 12-volt to120-volt inverter will be installed and permanently mounted beneath the right rear (passenger side) seat. The inverter shall be wired to the battery system with the appropriate size cable with an on-off switch installed in the control area of the vehicle. The ground/neutral will be hardwired as opposed to using the chassis and frame for this purpose. 120-Volt Outlets – One Hubbell marine (or equal) 15 amp GFCI straight blade, weatherproof, dual receptacle outlet shall be mounted within the rear-most right (passenger) side within the last storage compartment of the Stahl custom bed of the vehicle. Wired directly to the inverter will be one multi outlet strip with minimum six foot cord for equipment. The reverse side of the outlet will have Velcro (or similar) ‘hook’ attached to the back to permit movement of the power strip and attachments to the pile carpeting. All wiring shall be completed to current NEC standards and durable for use in motor vehicles. CAB INTERIOR: Console -- A 7” wide front control console, black or gray in color, shall be installed between the front seats. Power control and switching for accessories shall be controlled through a 7 function switch control box with rocker switches and illuminated legends. The remaining area on the console will be for control heads from the radio and other equipment. (See Communications) Two microphone mounts will be installed, one on either side, for the radio and PA microphones. Any remaining room in the console that can reasonably be used will have a double cup holder. Power systems used within the console will be with OEM plugs, plug-in harnesses with GXL function coded wiring every 4”. (Detailed mechanical drawing and electrical schematic must be submitted for approval before a contract and order are issued.) Harness system -- There shall be a custom harness system specific to the vehicle that shall be routed throughout the vehicle including OEM factory style plugs and connectors. This harness shall be designed so all vehicles are produced exactly the same with all connectors and routing consistent throughout every vehicle. Common ground locations shall be used and be consistent in all vehicles. All wire shall be GXL wire function coded every 4" and protected with high temperature convoluted loom. There shall be no splices or connectors within any harness and anywhere that wiring passes through a wall an insulated grommet shall be used. OEM factory plug in connectors shall be used in every possible location to eliminate cutting and splicing into factory wiring. A CAD drawn wiring schematic shall be included and supplied with each vehicle at delivery outlining connection points and routing throughout the vehicle. Functional Gun Safe -– A separate discreet compartment shall be installed within the in the rear closet or other suitable location within the caged area IAW current ATF policy which shall serve as a secured location for the storage of one handgun. This compartment shall have a suitable high security lock. Cab Lighting –- White dome lights shall be mounted in the front for additional cab lighting, over each front seat. This light shall have independent switching control. Interior Lighting –- High intensity LED flood lights (or other similar devices) shall be mounted inside of the vehicle at the rear doors to illuminate work areas in and around the doors. These lights shall be equipped with a momentary contact switch which shall cancel the light and open the circuit when not needed. There shall be additional lighting to illuminate the areas around the vehicle by the side and rear doors. Ambulance style pan lights shall be installed in the interior ceiling to illuminate the interior cabinetry and shall be wired to the factory interior courtesy light circuit and all doors. (Detailed drawing must be submitted for approval before a contract and order are issued.) VEHICLE SECURITY: Keyless Entry and Security System –- A compatible aftermarket electronic security system with an audible siren and appropriate sensors shall be installed and added to existing OEM alarm system, or, a compatible system that fully duplicates all OEM keyless entry/start systems and add electronic sensors and security controls may be substituted. This system will include an audible electronic siren separate from emergency response equipment, light flasher, starter interrupt and a shock sensor near the dash area to detect impact and breaking glass. Alarm system components will be installed in a location and manner to make access or neutralization from the outside significantly difficult. (Detailed drawing must be submitted for approval before a contract and order are issued.) EMERGENCY RESPONSE WARNING LIGHTING AND SIREN: All emergency lighting and equipment shall be mounted in a manner which will obscure them from view so the vehicle will not overtly appear as an emergency vehicle. Windshield Emergency Lights –- Two low profile high-intensity LED headliner arrays with one displaying red the other blue when activated shall be installed in the upper edge of the headliner at the windshield, to the left and right of the OEM rear view mirror. These will be wired as one lighting unit and shall be controlled via a single switch in the front console. A lighted legend or indicator will indicate when the unit is energized. Placement of the color shall be in accordance with US DOT standards. Grille Lights –- Two high intensity LED strobe lights shall be securely mounted behind the vehicle grille work – one red, one blue. Placement of the color shall be in accordance with existing standards from US DOT. These lights shall be controlled via switching in the front console and a lighted legend shall indicate when the units are energized. Intersection surface mount LED Arrays – High intensity blue LED arrays, which appear to be clear and colorless when not energized, will be installed on forward-most aspect the front fenders in a manner to not block or hinder the function of OEM lighting. These lights shall be controlled by a single switch in the front console and a lighted legend will indicate when the lights are energized. Rear LED Safety Flashers – Two high-intensity LED units with dual lights or four units displaying alternating red and blue, but normally appearing as clear lenses when not energized, shall be installed on the upper aspect of the exterior of the A.R.E. cap above the doors and be directed outward and shall activate when emergency lighting has been activated from the cab console. Rear Floods -– Two, white light, halogen flood lights shall be surface or recess mounted on the rear bumper and be operational and energized with the rear backup lights as well as the rear doors and wired to a momentary contact cancel switch. Siren -– A 200 watt multi-tone siren control head shall be installed in the console in the cab. The control head shall be wired to an included 200-watt speaker, which shall be mounted in the front grille work of the vehicle. COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT: Radio -– Vendor shall install and supply power wiring for one Motorola transceiver system, supplied by customer, in the cab area. A dual use disguised antenna shall be installed and wired to replace the OEM AM-FM antenna on the front fender. REAR-VIEW LCD CAMERA SYSTEM: Contractor will remove the OEM rear view mirror from the inside of the windshield. In place of the mirror assembly a color LCD screen will be mounted between the two headliner emergency LED arrays. The LCD screen will be hard wired to a video camera mounted on the rear of the vehicle near license plate in a discrete manner and in such a way as to not be obscured by glare from the license plate lights, OR, above the rear doors and be adjustable to point downward.. The camera and LCD display will be wired to have an independent on/off function switch. All of the forgoing specifications are consistent with other similar response vehicles in service with the Explosives Technology Branch. Standardization of equipment and operations is key to the efficiency of the Branch and deviation from the specifications is not possible. Details and Drawings -- Bidders must submit complete detailed construction specifications on all products offered for the vehicle as proposed. A general statement or letter stating that the bidder meets all specifications will not be sufficient evidence of bidder intentions. Photo copied specifications will not be acceptable. Bidder specifications must follow the same sequence as that used in these specifications for ease of comparison. References -- Bidder must supply a list of a minimum of 10 same style, size and type of vehicle delivered within the last 24 months and in service within 100 miles of the bidding agency. List must contain name of service, in service date of vehicle, year make and model, contact person and a current phone number. Warranty -– A Vendor’s Warranty covering all materials and workmanship shall be provided in writing and shall cover the modifications for the period of one year. Warranty shall state a minimum of 5 years warranty on all vendor-installed electrical system components and systems. Only bids containing the warranties noted in the specifications will be considered. Bidder must include printed statements of warranty with bid. These vehicles will be distributed and assigned at locations throughout the 48 contiguous United States. Problems and inadequacies in materials, workmanship, unusual wear or failure will be resolved at service locations nearest the assigned post of duty at the vendor’s expense. Bid shall be awarded based on technically acceptable low cost to include past performance from previous vendors, then price. Production Time: Work to be completed on entire contract 6-8 weeks after arrival of all chassis to contractor. Delivery of vehicles -– Customer will deliver vehicles to vendor. Agency customer representatives will be permitted to make pre-announced visits to view work-in-progress on subject vehicles. All installation must be performed by vendor at an established business location within a 250 mile radius of Beltsville, Maryland. Pricing shall be submitted on a "Firm Fixed-Price basis". The following provisions are applicable to this commercial item acquisition: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial; FAR52.212-3, Offeror Representations; (Vendor must furnish Offeror Representations in writing); FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; and FAR 52.212-5. The provision at FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Interested parties must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration Database (CCR) as prescribed in FAR Clause 52.232.33 CCR can be obtained by accessing the Internet at www.ccr.govor by calling 1-888-227-2423. The written quote must include a breakout of the equipment price and the installation price. This is a all or none requirement. This Solicitation closes on September 23, 2009 1:00pm EDT. Alternatively, vendors may fax quotes or email quotes and questions concerning this procurement to Simone Rittenhouse, 202-648-9131, fax 202-648-9659 or email to simone.rittenhouse@atf.gov. 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