Mobile Scale System with Wireless Remote Display for Watervliet Arsenal NY
ID: W911PT25Q0057Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC WVAWATERVLIET, NY, 12189-4000, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (333998)

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SCALES AND BALANCES (6670)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f023d152b2b3422f8b2fffcd99b4f08c/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command, is seeking proposals for a Mobile Scale System with Wireless Remote Display to be installed at the Watervliet Arsenal in New York. This procurement involves the delivery, installation, calibration, and training for a mobile scale system that includes six scales designed for various axle configurations, a wireless display unit, and a printer for real-time weight monitoring. The system is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency and compliance at the facility, ensuring accurate weight measurements during loading operations. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on April 28, 2025, and interested vendors should contact Katja Fox at katja.fox.civ@army.mil for further details.

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    Attachment 0001- Statement of Work- Mobile scale.pdf
    The government RFP outlines the procurement of a mobile scale system to be delivered, installed, and trained at Watervliet Arsenal. This six-scale system includes four 7' scales for steer and drive axles, two 12' scales for triple trailer axles, a wireless display unit, and a printer for real-time weight monitoring during loading. The vendor is responsible for delivering the equipment, installing it by leveling and configuring the scales, interconnecting them to an indicator display, and ensuring proper communication and data display of the wireless remote. The system features two operating modes: basic weighing and a truck in/out program that records and prints crucial weight information. Additionally, the vendor will provide training for up to four employees on system operation. Acceptance criteria include accurate installation, functional wireless display, and effective ticket printing. The purpose of this project is to enhance weighing capabilities, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency at the facility.
    Attachment 0002 Questions-Answers.pdf
    The document comprises a series of questions and answers concerning the procurement of a wireless remote display system for use at the Watervliet Arsenal. Key points include that there are no specific range requirements for the wireless display, and the installation will occur in a trailer, 50 feet from the axle scales. Cabling will run above ground, and site preparation will be on a fairly level concrete pad. Additionally, a printer will be located near the indicator unit, and system training is estimated at one hour. The scales will accommodate tandem straight trucks, tractor trailers, and tandem axle trailers, which may require consideration for ramping approaches. Lastly, the preferred option for layout is noted as Option “B.” This document serves as a clarifying response to an RFP for a display system at a federal facility, ensuring adherence to operational guidelines and site specifications.
    W911PT25Q0057.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Army Contracting Command for the procurement of a Mobile Scale System with Wireless Remote Display for the Watervliet Arsenal in New York. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on April 28, 2025, and must be submitted via email. The evaluation criteria emphasize the need for the lowest evaluated bid that meets all solicitation requirements. Offerors must provide technical documentation and details regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and quality assurance measures to ensure compliance with governmental standards. Key elements include stringent delivery and quality requirements, adherence to security policies, and requirements for subcontractors to comply with personnel verification processes. The document stresses the importance of on-time delivery and the potential for contract termination if schedules are not met. Additionally, it outlines payment procedures, including the use of the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system for invoicing. In summary, this RFP seeks responsive bids that not only comply with technical specifications but also demonstrate a proven track record in delivery and quality, while adhering to government contracting norms. This procurement is crucial for advancing operational capabilities at the Watervliet Arsenal.
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