Heat Treat Furnaces
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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONFEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICEGSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBD/ASSISTED CONTRACTING BRANCH BWashington, DC, 20006, USA
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    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking sources for the procurement of heat treat furnaces, specifically designed for use in Aircraft Metals Technology Shops of the Air Force. The requirements include both single and double chamber electrically heated batch/box type furnaces that must meet rigorous specifications for safety, efficiency, and operational capability, including temperature uniformity and compliance with relevant standards. These furnaces are critical for the heat treating processes of metal parts, ensuring the integrity and performance of aerospace components. Interested vendors should contact Antwoine Griggs at antwoine.griggs@gsa.gov or Phil Cleveland at phillip.cleveland@gsa.gov for further details regarding this opportunity.

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    The document, A-A-60033A, is a Commercial Item Description (CID) issued by the General Services Administration detailing specifications for electrically heated batch/box type furnaces and ovens used in heat treating processes for metal parts within Aircraft Metals Technology Shops of the Air Force. It specifies aspects such as types (single and double chamber), styles (forced air convection and radiant heat), and operational temperature ranges crucial for ensuring uniform heating and performance. The equipment must be designed for safety, efficiency, and compliance with relevant standards, including undergo rigorous testing for temperature uniformity and operational capability. Built-in features include programmable controllers for heat cycles, data acquisition systems for record-keeping, and safety mechanisms to protect both the equipment and operators. The CID also outlines expectations for training, warranty, and adherence to environmental regulations, emphasizing the need for proper operation and maintenance. Overall, this document serves to standardize the procurement of furnaces and ovens that meet the stringent requirements necessary for aerospace component heat treatment while maintaining safety and performance integrity.
    The document outlines a government request for proposal (RFP) concerning a dual-chamber heat treat furnace. Key specifications include an upper chamber temperature capacity of 500°F and a lower chamber capacity of 1200°F. The chamber dimensions are specified as 18 inches wide, 12 inches high, and 48 inches long, while the overall dimensions of the furnace are 67 inches wide, 78 inches high, and 106 inches long. It operates on a 480V, three-phase, 60 Hz electrical system and has a total weight of 7500 pounds. This RFP aims to acquire equipment that meets these detailed technical requirements, indicating a focus on high-temperature thermal processes relevant to manufacturing or materials treatment. The comprehensive specifications ensure that potential vendors understand the exact needs for submission, reflecting the structured approach of governmental procurement processes to ensure compliance and performance from contractors.
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