FMVSS No. 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles"
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TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION693JJ9 NHTSA OFFICE OF ACQUISTIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

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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/ed5663cc89274c7bbfbca4bb82a79b65/view
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    The Department of Transportation, specifically the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide inspection and compliance testing services for hybrid and electric vehicles in accordance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 141, which establishes minimum sound requirements. The objective of this procurement is to ensure that motor vehicles conform to these sound requirements, thereby enhancing vehicular safety and compliance with federal regulations. This initiative is critical for the NHTSA's mission to reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries, as it supports the agency's efforts in monitoring vehicle compliance and safety standards. Interested parties must submit their Corporate Capability Statements to the designated NHTSA contacts, Michelle Shanahan and Vincent C. Lynch, within 10 calendar days from the date of publication of this notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Shanahan
    (202) 366-6715
    michelle.shanahan@dot.gov
    Vincent C. Lynch
    (202) 366-9568
    vincent.lynch@dot.gov
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    FMVSS 141 - Draft SOW.pdf
    The government document outlines the contract for testing compliance of hybrid and electric vehicles with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 141, specifically addressing minimum sound requirements. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) oversees this initiative to enhance vehicular safety and compliance with federal regulations. The contractor is responsible for providing qualified personnel, conducting compliance tests, and ensuring proper reporting as per defined procedures. Key requirements include acquiring and inspecting test vehicles, maintaining calibrated testing equipment, and adhering to strict quality assurance protocols. The contractor must also submit a comprehensive test schedule and manage communication with the NHTSA's representatives regarding testing outcomes. Compliance with specific test protocols and documentation of vehicle conditions are mandatory, ensuring that the government retains ownership of equipment and test results. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of rigorous adherence to safety standards, proper equipment management, and thorough reporting processes to fulfill NHTSA’s objectives in monitoring vehicle compliance effectively.
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