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The contract seeks to procure 14 UTS HH75 Heaters to equip the 621st Contingency Response Wing (CRG) with reliable heating solutions suitable for rapid deployment in arctic and sub-arctic environments, where temperatures can drop below -10°F. These heaters are designed to overcome the limitations of the current Environmental Control Unit (ECU), especially at extreme cold temperatures, by providing a multi-fueled (DF1, DF2, JP5, JP8, Kerosene) heating option capable of operating as low as -50°F when using kerosene. The UTS HH75 Heater offers 75,000 BTU/hr heat output and operates efficiently with a fuel consumption rate of 0.53 gallons per hour from its 11.6-gallon tank, allowing for continuous operation up to 22 hours while drawing only 3 amps for electronic controls. This makes the system considerably more fuel-efficient and suitable for austere conditions compared to the ECU, which consumes more fuel and has limited heating capacity in cold environments. The contract stipulates that the heaters will be used across various locations for deployment, training, and exercises, with the vendor responsible for delivery and providing a standard manufacturer warranty. The CRG's Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE)/Electrical Power Production Work Center will take on equipment maintenance, accountability, and operation beyond the warranty period. Required equipment specifications include specific dimensions, power requirements, and accessories such as an exhaust stack, heater ducts, a remote thermostat, and an operations and maintenance manual. The procurement is a total small business set-aside under solicitation number F3A1AM01, with operations based in Cape May, New Jersey, and overseen by the Department of the Air Force.
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CAPE MAY CH, NJ, 08641, USASet-Aside
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1. General:
The CRG requires rapid deployment capabilities across the globe with equipment suitable for sustainment of operations. Current assets do not meet arctic and sub-arctic requirements for reliant heating for personnel and equipment in the field. UTS is the sole provider for a heating solution feasible for a light and lean approach. Through procurement of 14 UTS HH75 Heaters, it will satisfy the gap we face for locations reaching below -10°F and reinforce our global prowess.
2. Objectives:
The 621 CRG needs a capability that enables its force elements to operate in any AOR, including arctic and sub-arctic conditions while remaining light, lean, and agile; the UTS HH75 Heater is essential to this capability since it outperforms the current heating capability of the Environmental Control Unit (ECU). The UTS 5-ton Environmental Control Unit (ECU) meets most theater requirements for operating limitations. The main limitation is ambient operating temperatures of -25 to 125°F. To meet arctic and sub-arctic conditions the need for the UTS HH75 Heater is paramount. The Heater is multi-fueled (DF1, DF2, JP5, JP8, Kerosene). Ambient operating temperature is based off the fuel utilized. Kerosene used as fuel for the Heater opens the door to temperatures as low as -50°F. In colder environments, the ECU will push at most, 12Kw (40,000 BTU/hr) of heat. The 12Kw also translates to load on the generator which increases fuel consumption dramatically. Dependent on set-up, the generator would utilize about 4 gal an hour due to the ECUs maxing out. The UTS HH75 Heater would pull only 3Amps for the electronic controls and mainly rely on its 11.6gal fuel tank. Under continuous use, it would pull .53 gal per hour. A full tank would sustain heating needs for 22 hours.
3. Scope of Work:
This equipment will be used for the 621st Contingency Response Wing 621 CRW operations, on base and various locations for deployments, training, and exercises. The vendor will provide and deliver the equipment with standard manufacturer warranty to meet global availability for contingency forces to include arctic and sub-arctic regions. The 621 CRW will be responsible for maintaining the accountability and maintenance of the equipment past the warranty period.
4. Personnel:
The vendor will provide delivery of this item. The maintenance, accountability, and operations of this equipment will be the responsibility of the CRG AGE/Electrical Power Production Work Center.
5. Equipment Requirements and peripheral shall meet or exceed the specs of:
Heat Output: 75,000 BTU/H
Dimensions: 44.0” L x 16.4” W x 25.0” H
Tank Capacity: 11.6 Gallons
Fuel Consumption under Continuous Use: 0.53 gallons per hour
Fuel Requirements: DF1, DF2, JP5, JP8, and Kerosene
Power Requirements: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Usage: 3 Amps @120V
Accessories Included: Exhaust Stack, Heater Ducts (2), Remote Thermostat, O&M Manual