Enforcement Standards for FMVSS No. 116, “Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids”
ID: 693JJ925RQ000073Type: Sources Sought
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TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION693JJ9 NHTSA OFFICE OF ACQUISTIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES (H223)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1b05d9fcc14c42128655ebd6937805e6/view
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    The Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking qualified contractors to provide testing and inspection services for motor vehicle brake fluids in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 116. The procurement aims to ensure that brake fluids meet stringent safety requirements, including assessments of boiling points, viscosity, pH levels, and corrosion evaluation, to prevent hydraulic brake system failures. This initiative is critical for enhancing vehicular safety and regulatory compliance within the automotive industry. Interested parties can contact Michelle Shanahan at michelle.shanahan@dot.gov or 202-366-6715 for further details, with the opportunity categorized as a Sources Sought notice under NAICS code 541380.

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    693JJ925RQ000073 Draft SOW.pdf
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation, seeks to ensure motor vehicle safety through compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). This document outlines a contract to procure testing and inspection services for brake fluids under FMVSS No. 116. The contractor will conduct thorough testing to determine if brake fluids meet safety standards, ensuring they can withstand various conditions and perform effectively in hydraulic systems. Key requirements include the submission of preliminary documents, procurement of Contractor Purchased Test Items (CPTI), and adherence to strict testing procedures, with an emphasis on maintaining quality assurance and control. The contractor will also conduct enforcement tests on various brake fluid types, assessing factors such as boiling points, viscosity, pH levels, and more. Additionally, the contractor must provide secure storage and proper disposal of test items, maintaining records of all equipment and calibration. The structure emphasizes the importance of security, documentation, and compliance to ensure public safety and support NHTSA's mission of reducing vehicle-related injuries and fatalities.
    TP-116-04.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has outlined the Laboratory Test Procedure for compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 116, concerning motor vehicle brake fluids. The document details the purpose to standardize compliance testing, ensuring brake fluids meet safety requirements to prevent hydraulic brake system failures. Key requirements include security measures for testing equipment, ensuring good housekeeping practices, test scheduling, monitoring, and specific test methodologies including, but not limited to, boiling point, kinematic viscosity, pH value, corrosion evaluation, and fluid stability. The document mandates detailed test procedures be approved by the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) before execution. Comprehensive documentation is crucial, including photographic records, and proper data management – all test data must be retained for five years post-testing. Additionally, contractors must adhere to environmental conditions during tests. This procedure serves as a guideline for contractors conducting compliance tests, while ensuring all methodologies align with FMVSS standards, ultimately enhancing vehicular safety and regulatory compliance in the automotive industry.
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    Enforcement Standards for FMVSS No. 116, “Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids”
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