Tire FMVSS Compliance Testing
ID: 693JJ925RQ000448Type: Sources Sought
Overview

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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)

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EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- TIRES AND TUBES (H226)
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    Posted Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 6, 2025, 3:00 AM UTC
Description

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking qualified contractors to establish a Compliance Test Program for Tires, aimed at enforcing federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) and enhancing public safety. The contractor will be responsible for acquiring, inspecting, and testing tires for compliance with FMVSS No. 139, No. 119, and No. 109, while providing detailed reporting on test data and observations, particularly in cases of test failures that may require further investigation by NHTSA. This initiative is critical for ensuring that tires sold in the U.S. meet safety standards, thereby reducing traffic-related fatalities and injuries. Interested parties can contact Michelle Shanahan at michelle.shanahan@dot.gov or by phone at 202-366-6715 for further details, as the contract will be awarded based on the contractor's ability to meet rigorous testing and reporting requirements.

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Mar 25, 2025, 4:06 PM UTC
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) seeks services to establish a Compliance Test Program for Tires to enforce federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) and reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries. The contractor will acquire, inspect, and test tires for compliance with FMVSS No. 139, No. 119, and No. 109. The program requires detailed reporting, including test data and observations, especially in case of test failures, which will prompt further investigation by NHTSA. Key elements include maintaining a fully operational test site, adhering to rigorous compliance testing schedules, and managing both Government Furnished Test Items (GFTI) and Contractor Purchased Test Items (CPTI). The contractor is expected to maintain high standards in testing procedures, equipment calibration, and storing test items after evaluation. Additionally, a rapid-response compliance testing option is available for expedited tire testing as needed. The document outlines clear timelines for testing, purchasing of test items, and reporting to ensure the integrity of testing procedures, while also prohibiting subcontracting of testing activities. Overall, this initiative emphasizes the government's commitment to vehicle safety and public health through effective compliance testing of tire standards.
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