TOOL ROOM VERTICAL CAROUSEL STORAGE SYSTEMS

The Defense Logistics Agency Maritime Puget Sound is issuing this sources sought synopsis as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support a requirement for: 1 each CAROUSEL VERTICAL LIFT STORAGE SYSTEM (BRAND NAME OR EQUAL TO HANEL ROTOMAT 985S/172/342/305 REV 34), 189.8"H X 134.70"W X 67.71" D, 26 CARRIERS W/3.35" HIGH ROL OUT DRAWERS IN 2X2 CONFIG. DRAWERS 52"W X 23"D W/FIXED CENTER DIVIDER. HOLD APPROXIMATELY 230 LBS EACH (30 LBS SQ FT), INCLUDES INSTALLATION, & ROOM PREP W/CDRLS FOR NRTL CERTIFICATION, MANUALS FOR OPERATION/MAINTENANCE/REPAIR, AND WARRANTY DOCUMENTATION. 1 each CAROUSEL VERTICAL LIFT STORAGE SYSTEM (BRAND NAME OR EQUAL TO HANEL ROTOMAT 985S/172/342/305, REV 35), 195.7" H X 1134.70" W X 67.71" D, 20 OPEN CARRIERS W/13.27" CLEAR HEIGHT, 24.8" CLEAR DEPTH, 108.26w, .59" FRONT LIP, EACH CARRIER TO HOLD UP TO 1,296 LBS, INCLUDES INSTALLATION & ROOM PREP W/CDRLS FOR NRTL CERTIFICATION, MANUALS FOR OPERATION/MAINTENANCT/REPAIR, AND WARRANTY DOCUMENTATION. SPECIFICATIONS AS FOLLOWS: 1 SCOPE This specification reflects those characteristics that are essential to the minimum needs of the government for a two (2) Tool Room Vertical Carousels, site preparation and installation of as specified herein The scope of work shall include the "Turn-Key" set-up, operational testing and training of the carousel/vertical lift storage systems/ equipment as specified herein. It is the government's intent that a single (primary) contractor be awarded this contract and be responsible for the accomplishment of all work detailed by this specification. 2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS The following documents form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the issue in effect on the date of an invitation for bids or a request for proposals shall apply. 2.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Safety Requirements For The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard And Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF), Bangor Site A copy of this document is attached to this specification (See Enclosure 1). 2.2 ADDITIONAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS In addition to the safety requirements specified in Paragraph 2.1, the following is requisite: 2.2.1 The equipment and its component parts shall be in compliance with applicable Code of Electrical Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Part 1910. By definition, any equipment will be deemed acceptable and approved by PSNS&IMF if it meets specific Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) conditions outlined in CFR Part 1910; Subparts "O" and "S". Specifically, equipment will be "Accepted" by PSNS&IMF if it has been inspected and found by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) to conform to specified plans or procedures of applicable codes. The equipment (as a whole system) shall be Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) inspected and certified (by an OSHA authorized third party). A NRTL certification report shall be provided. If the equipment type/model has already been NRTL inspected and certified, a certification report or documentation mounted on the equipment, (which acknowledges it is NRTL certified), shall be provided. 2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS Environmental Compliance Requirements For The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard And Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF), Bangor Site 2.4 GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 2.4.1 Hazardous Material Control shall include the following: 2.4.1.1 Estimated Contractors Hazardous Material Inventory (CHMI) Table provides quantities of each hazardous material to be used on this project. Copies of all Safety Data Sheets (SDS) will be submitted to the Base Environmental Office (BEO) and be kept on site where the work is being performed. 2.4.1.2 Contractor shall not use Hazardous Material (HM) composed of any of the following chemicals or substances: Leads, chromium, mercury, phenols, trichloroethylene, chlorofluorocarbons, halon, PCBs, asbestos, silica sand (for use as blasting agent), Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS), radioactive materials or instruments capable of producing ionizing radiation, and chemicals listed in 40 CFR 355.50 Appendix B. 2.4.1.3 If additional Hazardous Materials (HM) is required for this project, an SDS shall be submitted to the BEO for approval before the HM is brought on board Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) Bangor. The contractor shall not bring on board NBK Bangor any HM until approved by the BEO. All containers of hazardous material shall be resealed, placed in a secure area while on base, and transported off base for reuse of material at other contractor projects. The Contractor shall not generate any contractor generated hazardous or dangerous waste on this project. 2.4.2 Waste Control shall include the following: 2.4.2.1 A trained individual from the shop with a current Waste Originator certification must be present for each shift that hazardous waste is produced. 2.4.2.2 The shop shall submit completed NBK Bangor Waste Information Specification (WIS) forms for all waste, hazardous and non-hazardous, expected to be encountered during the course of this project. The BEO will provide final waste designation along with WIS instructions. If additional wastes are produced after this plan is approved, waste is encountered not identified, or changes occur to waste streams that have already been assigned a WIS number, a new or updated WIS's for each waste stream must be submitted to the BEO for designation. 2.4.2.3 A hazardous waste label must be affixed to the appropriate container upon the first addition of waste. If more than 55 gallons of Dangerous Waste (DW) or 1 quart of Extremely Hazardous Waste (EHW) is produced, the date must be filled in on the label. All containers must be under the control of the shop and located in the same area the waste is generated. 3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM - This specification covers the minimum government requirements for a "Turn-Key" Two (2) Tool Room Vertical Carousels. 3.1 WORK INCLUDED - The Contractor shall be responsible for the following: Design, manufacture, test and groom all equipment required to provide a complete system and in accordance with the requirements specified herein. All shipping, crating, and rigging costs associated with the transport and delivery of the equipment specified herein. Complete documentation and organization of all technical data which applies to the operation, maintenance, repair and testing of the specific equipment. Installation in our facility of the specified equipment with the features identified in this specification. This includes connection of the equipment to required available utilities. 3.2 WORK NOT INCLUDED - The government/receiving activity will provide: Air, electrical and other utilities services (within 50 feet) as required for the proper operation of the equipment unless otherwise stated herein. 3.3 CONDITIONS OF SERVICE AND PERFORMANCE - The following service and operational conditions shall apply to the equipment delivered under this specification. 3.3.1 Environmental Conditions - The specified equipment shall be designed to operate in a non-air-conditioned manufacturing building in an industrial environment. Temperature Range: 15 to 110 oF Relative Humidity: up to 100% Non-Condensing 3.3.2 Electrical - Each proposed system shall operate on 208 VAC power, in its fully configured and operational state. The building facility has 480 VAC, 3-phase, 60 Hz electrical power, in its fully configured and operational state. A appropriate sized step-down transformer shall be provided and installed by the contractor. 3.3.3 Asbestos - No asbestos products/materials shall be used in any components (i.e. gaskets, etc.) of the equipment. The equipment shall be asbestos free. 3.4 GENERAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: 3.4.1 Standard, Off The Shelf Components - All materials and parts comprising the system shall be new, of current design and manufacture, and shall not have been in prior service except as required for factory testing. Standard, off the shelf components with proven reliability shall be used wherever possible to increase performance reliability and reduce costs. The system components shall be one of the manufacturer's current production models which, on the day this solicitation is issued, has been designed, engineered and sold, or is being offered for sale through advertisements or manufacturer's published catalogs or brochures. System components such as a prototype unit, pre-production model, or experimental unit DO NOT qualify as meeting this requirement. The system shall be complete, so that when connected to the utilities identified herein, it can be used for the function for which it is designed and constructed. 3.4.2 Painting - All surfaces shall be painted in conformance with the manufacturer's standard practices and good workmanship. Painting shall result in a highly wear-resistant finish, which guarantees continued protection to the surfaces covered against the specified environment under all service conditions. The manufacturer's standard color shall be provided. Lead base or chromium base paints are prohibited. 3.4.3 Caution - Warning Plates - Corrosion resistant "Caution" or "Warning" plates shall be securely attached to system components in visible locations, with any safety precautions to be observed by the operator or maintenance personnel permanently marked on the plates. 3.4.5 All Electrical Components including motors, starters, relays, switches, and wiring shall conform to and be located in accordance with the applicable NFPA, NEMA, and ANSI standards for the intended application. 3.5 CONTRACTOR PROVIDED CAROUSEL STORAGE SYSTEMS - Installation shall include the following minimal requirements: 3.5.1 This specification covers the minimum Government requirements for two (2) "Turn-Key" Carousel Storage Systems. These systems shall store various types of hardware/fasteners/tools/materials used in the maintenance/repair of submarines. The carousels shall have the capability to store bulky, heavy and dissimilar parts, with fast storage and retrieval times. An operator shall be able to store/retrieve an item via a push button & touch screen controller, using a micro-processor controller. Carriers (that hold spare parts) shall be delivered to an operator comfortably, at an optimum ergonomic height. These Carousel Storage Systems shall be designed for seismic zone 4 installation in accordance with requirements identified in these specifications, and shall meet all safety requirements as outlined in enclosure 1. The contractor shall provide the following (with all dimensions being +/- 3 inches): 3.5.2 One (1) Hanel Rotomat Industrial Carousel Storage System (Model 985S/172/342/305) or equal, including the following minimum technical features: All sides of the Carousel shall be enclosed including bottom, and powder coated in light grey (or similar color). The dimensions are 189.8"H x 135"W x 68"D and no worktable across the front of the carousel. There are to be 26 carriers each with 3.35" high roll out drawers in a 2x2 configuration. The drawers are 52"W x 23"D with a fixed center divider. Each drawer will hold approx. 230 lbs. (approx. 30 lbs/sq ft). Maximum of 1,300 lbs per carrier +/- 5%. Operator access height 35" This storage system shall have data base sharing software (that allow multiply units to communicate with each other, including similar units already installed) 3.5.3 One (1) Hanel Rotomat Industrial Carousel Storage Systems (Model 985S/172/342/406) or equal, including the following minimum technical features: All sides of the Carousel shall be enclosed including bottom, and powder coated in light grey. The dimensions are 195.7"H x 135"W x 68"D and no worktable across the front of the carousel. There are to be 20 open carriers with a clear height of 13.27", clear depth of 24.8", a clear width of 108.26" and a .6" front lip to keep material from sliding off of carrier. Max carrier weight of 1,300 lbs +/- 5%. Operator access height 43". 3.6 The systems shall have the capability (and be set-up) to share one database across both units and an existing Hanel Lean Lift via an Ethernet cable connection. The contractor shall provide the Ethernet cabling connection. 3.7 Each system shall have an Eco-mode programmable energy saving feature that will power down the inactive carousel after a predetermined time of inactivity in four stages or levels. Level 1, the background lighting of the TFT display is turned off. Level 2, the components of the electrical control system are turned off. Level 3, the lighting is dimmed. Level 4, the carousel is turned off at the main switch. 3.8 Each system shall have an Eco-load status imbalance monitor. The monitor will enable the microprocessor controller to achieve optimum distribution of the storage items by making loading recommendations that keep the stored goods evenly distributed thereby saving energy. Motors that are forced to push uneven loads wear out faster and use more energy compared to motors that are moving evenly distributed loads. 3.9 An operator interface station (controller) shall be provided on each Carousel that is easy to use, to store/retrieve parts. The controller shall be mounted on a universal arm. It shall be a Firmware-based unit, with no moving parts, utilizing industrial-grade compact flash memory that is insensitive to dust, dirt, and extreme temperature ranges, to provide high data security with no need to connect to a computer. The Microprocessor control system shall be a standalone database with a full-color touch-screen control and keypad with integrated real-time data browser, providing part and description search, order details, and space utilization information. Transaction logging feature shall provide data on the date, time, processing user, transaction type, quantity transacted, and affected storage location of each pick or put-away process. Provide inventory control features as a standalone unit and can be easily interfaced with external devices such as barcode reader, ID badge readers, and printer. These interfaces/ports will be on the unit already allowing the government to simply plug in a device and have that device work. The control system shall include part number, description, and minimum inventory level. File download capability eliminating the manual entry of information. The system shall be able to process kits or job requests. It must be able to send information to a desktop or printer and receive information from a bar code scanner. It must connect to a computer through an Ethernet connection allowing you to work at your desk or at the Lift itself. The controller must provide the following functions and capacities: Job management - priority controlled processing with acknowledgement of the quantity actually withdrawn; Storage strategies such as FIFO, FIFO with re-storage, selective access to storage locations, fixed location storage and random storage; Storage location unit size; Automatic size dependent storage location search (free space search); Minimum inventory feature with low stock warning and printout of a reorder recommendation list; Quantity factor and availability check for pick lists; Order picking can be sequential or route optimized (shortest route between all of the units); Storage data retrievable via web browser, partially editable 3.10 Each system shall have soft starts and stops. The operator work surface height shall be approximately 35" from the ground. 3.11 The carriers shall be attached to the conveyor chains and guide track with 4 carrier arms per side and attached with four bolts per carrier side thereby increasing stability. This design also eliminates the carousel downtime experienced by carousels with only two arms per side that cannot rotate if one arm breaks. With four carrier arms per side if one arm breaks, the second arm keeps the carrier rotating until a technician can replace it. Carrier access opening shall be reduced to one carrier high (for product security) 3.12 Each carousel must have dual motors. Dual Motor Drive Technology eliminates the torque problems created by single motor drive systems providing longer service for the entire system. And in case of failure of one of the motors the second motor provides redundant power eliminating the need to hand-crank the unit. 3.13 Dual Safety Redundancy, two overrides provide complete operator safety for unit function without the need to hand crank. Emergency Safety System Bypass ensures the carousel is fully operational, even if any part of the safety system is not. The emergency safety bypass system is an immediate solution to light curtain alignment problems or other safety system failures. When in safety bypass, the unit will operate by simply closing the access door. Microprocessor Control Override ensures that retrieval and stocking can still take place, even if the control malfunctions. Should a microprocessor failure occur, the manual override provides an immediate drive alternative. 3.14 Each carousel must be a six-sided cabinet (full top and bottom, standard) designed for cleanliness, security and maximum protection for articles being stored. The skins must have interlocking lips (male/female) for maximum structural integrity and load carrying. This feature also insures that the carousel can only be installed plumb thereby reducing the wear and tear that internal moving parts can experience if not plumb to each other. 3.15 Each carousel shall have continuous guide racks welded in place at the factory to assure proper cycling of the carriers yielding maximum uptime and eliminating the need for costly track adjustments. 3.16 Drive chains shall be installed and pre-tensioned at the factory. No field adjustment shall be required following installation ever. 3.17 The carousels must use sealed self-lubricating bearings ensuring longer life and less maintenance. 3.18 Multifunctional Positioning Sensor shall allow for multiple stopping locations for each carrier. All stopping heights shall have the capability to be different on each carrier. 3.19 The carousels shall have split, locking doors with upper and lower full length piano hinge style safety touch thresholds to ensure article security and operator safety. The threshold shall break away from the rotating carriers creating a safety gap (no pinch point in case of safety failure) for protecting personnel and stored items from any risk by bringing the carousel to an immediate stop. 3.20 The carousel must have a 25% Imbalance Drive Capacity to allow for maximum imbalance while still rotating. 3.21 Self-monitoring LVS light curtain shall be installed at the operator access opening. This shall provide safety features that protect the operator from injury when the carriers are moving. This feature shall immediately stop the carriers from moving, when an operator's hand/arm is in danger of injury. 3.22 Lockable sliding door(s), with two keys shall be provided (so stored parts can be secured). 3.23 An emergency stop button shall be provided at the operator's station that is of the mushroom type and colored red. 3.24 An operator lighting system shall be provided (i.e. full width LED energy saving, overhead lighting) 3.25 Quality and durable construction of all system components. System structural components shall be rigid and stable. 3.26 Operations Journal Logging - which shall allow for tracking each transaction (storage to a new location, storage to an existing location, retrieval, retrieval with deletion of a bin, cancelled part request and manual shelf call) by time, date and storage location affected. This is accessible via the integrated web interface and can be exported to other programs. 3.27 Item Pool Management - which shall allow descriptive data and reorder points to be electronically sent to the unit, rather than having to type this information at the controller. Also allows for storage of this data without having a storage location assigned within the unit. 3.28 Access Code Management - with magnetic locking doors- which shall provide username/password functionality with the ability to control shelf access to specific users. The system will only rotate when the doors are closed. 3.29 Each carousel shall provide a position and depth bar, which shall have an LED Light Bar with Position and depth indicators every 6" across access opening. The carousels shall have a total of 18 lights across the front. 3.30 The systems shall have the capability (and be set-up) to share one common database with the existing Hanel Lean Lift units via an Ethernet cable connection. The contractor shall provide the Ethernet cabling connection. 3.6 CONTRACTOR PROVIDED MISCELLANEOUS SERVICES - Miscellaneous services shall include the following minimal requirements: 3.9.1 Coordination with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for Electrical installation and modifications. Utilities installation shall include the contractor requesting each necessary utility outage(s). The contractor shall complete and submit an outage request form (for each utility outage), and pay a nominal outage fee (for each outage) to the local base operating contractor (who will secure/re-energize the utility source). 3.9.2 Compliance with all required Naval Base Kitsap Safety, Environmental, Quality Control, Base Security, Waste Management and Disposal, and other construction requirements necessary for the enclosure installation. 3.9.3 Coordination for required outages, inspections, and testing (if required). 3.9.4 Submittals, Color, and Finish Selection Coordination. 3.9.5 As-Built, and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals and Documentation at completion of the project. 3.9.6 Commissioning and startup. 3.9.7 Provide a layout drawing to the government (and receive government approval of the layout drawing) prior to procurement of enclosure components and project start-up (installation). 3.10 CONTRACTOR INSTALLATION AND SET-UP SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED - The specified modular enclosure, and all associated equipment shall be assembled, installed, set-up and tested by the contractor in the area(s) designated as its functional work area by the Receiving Activity Point of Contact. The contractor shall provide all personnel, and supplies necessary for the complete installation and set-up of the proposed modular enclosure (except as noted elsewhere in this specifications). The contractor shall remove/relocate overhead light fixtures, a heater and electrical conduits/wiring (that feed these fixtures), which interfere with the location of the lifts. 3.10.1 Each Carousel shall operate on 208 VAC, 3 phase power. The contractor shall install conduit and wiring, connecting each system's electrical panel to the building's electrical power panel (where an appropriate sized breaker shall be provided by the government for each system). This includes installing conduit fasteners, etc. The contractor shall follow all applicable codes, when installing this electric service. An electrical power disconnect box for each system shall be provided and installed by the contactor in the vicinity of each storage system. 3.10.2 Coordination - The Contractor shall contact the Receiving Activity Point of Contact with a proposed installation schedule (at least one week before the installation starts). The installation schedule shall be subject to review and approval of the Receiving Activity Point of Contact. Approval of installation schedule shall not relieve the Contractor of any responsibility for performance in accordance with the contract. The Contractor shall coordinate the site preparation and the delivery of materials in a manner which causes minimum disruption/interference with the activity's normal business routine. 3.10.2 Work Process - The Contractor shall provide a field supervisor to direct set up and testing. The field supervisor shall have full authority to implement his field decisions in an expeditious manner. No work shall be accomplished when the field supervisor is not in the immediate work area. 3.10.3 Lifting And Rigger Services - The contractor shall provide all material handling equipment necessary to unload the module components, etc., and transport it to the installation site and any other equipment (such as forklifts, man-lifts, etc.) necessary for continuous support of the transportation and installation of the specified module components, etc., and shall provide qualified personnel to operate it by the contractor. The contractor shall not use cranes and only use a forklift to lift materials from the bottom of the load (and not from the top, in a crane-like manner). 3.10.4 Contractor Site Visit - The contractor shall make a site visit to the facility prior to submitting a bid. This shall include viewing the existing facility, utilities, etc. The contractor shall have a complete understanding of the requirements for the installation of the specified equipment (prior to bidding on this project). 3.10.5 Security Escorts - The contactor shall secure and provide security escorts when their personnel are on the Delta Pier. 3.10.6 Seismic Anchors - Each storage system shall be anchored to the floor to meet current local earthquake seismic Zone 4 requirements. 4 INSTALLATION SUPPORT SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE GOVERNMENT - The activity will provide the following in support of the installation: 4.1 Receiving Activity Point Of Contact - Upon contract award, the receiving activity (Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, at Bangor) shall designate a Receiving Activity Point of Contact who shall be responsible for appropriate surveillance and coordination of all services to be performed under this contract. The Receiving Activity Point of Contact shall serve as the contractor's primary contact for all interaction with Government activities. 4.2 Utilities - Reasonable amounts of water, shop air (80-90 psi) and electricity shall be made available adjacent (within 50 feet) to the assembly site at no cost to the contractor (for temporary use during the installation of the specified equipment). The Contractor shall be responsible for any costs incurred in connecting, converting and transferring the utilities to the work site. 4.3 Storage - Lay-down area will be provided within the vicinity of installation site for storage of Contractor materials and tools. The Government does not accept responsibility for security of Contractor's materials or tools. The area must be kept clean and orderly, free of rags, paper and other debris. Failure to maintain area in a clean condition may result in the loss of the area. The Contractor shall be responsible to restore the storage area to original condition after use. 4.4 Disposal Of Waste - Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility is the owner of all waste (hazardous or otherwise) generated within its facilities. This includes waste generated by contractor personnel while working at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility. All waste generated by this contract shall be turned over to the activity for disposal prior to the end of the work shift. 5 TECHNICAL DATA TO BE PROVIDED 5.1 Operator / Maintenance / Repair Manuals - The equipment shall be furnished with three (3) hard copies of the manufacturer's standard Operation, Maintenance, and Repair Manual(s), bound in durable three ring binder(s). The manuals shall include all mechanical and electrical schematics showing discrete components/block diagrams/wiring diagrams with inputs and outputs identified/system electrical interface documents and drawings for the specific model of all machine equipment/drives/controls supplied. The information contained in the manual(s) shall reflect the unit and its components in the "as built" configuration. The information contained in the manual(s) shall be adequate to permit trouble shooting and repair of the equipment by journeymen level personnel. The information contained in the manual(s) shall be in the English language. The information contained in the manual(s) shall be in imperial units of measure. The vendor shall provide a "no asbestos used" statement, certifying that all products/materials (i.e. gaskets, etc.) used in the components of the equipment does not contain asbestos, as outlined in paragraph 3.3.3 5.2 NRTL Certification Report - As outlined in paragraph 2.2.1 6 WARRANTY - Supplies and services furnished shall be covered by warranty from defects in design, materials and workmanship. The warranty shall be the manufacturer's standard commercial warranty, which shall conform to all the requirements of the contract. Acceptance of the manufacturer's standard commercial warranty shall not minimize the rights of the Government under clauses in the contract, and in any conflict that arises between the terms and conditions of the contract and manufacturer's warranty, the terms and conditions of the contract shall take precedence. The warranty period shall be for 1 year. The warranty period shall commence from the date of acceptance. All warranty work shall be provided by a factory authorized distributer. 7 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS 7.1 RESPONSIBILITY FOR INSPECTION - The Contractor shall be responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements (examinations and tests) as specified herein. The Government reserves the right to perform any of the inspections set forth in this specification, where such inspections are deemed necessary to assure supplies and services conform to the prescribed requirements. 7.2 RESPONSIBILITY FOR COMPLIANCE - All items shall meet all requirements of this specification. The inspection(s) set forth in this specification shall become part of the contractor's overall inspection system or quality program. The absence of any inspection requirements in the specification shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility of assuring that all products or supplies submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract. Sampling inspections, as part of manufacturing operations, is an acceptable practice to ascertain conformance to requirements; however, this does not authorize submission of known defective material, either indicated or actual, nor does it commit the Government to accept defective material. 7.3 INSPECTION/TESTING AT ORIGIN - Basic performance tests (prior to shipment) shall be conducted by the manufacturer on the primary equipment and all associated equipment to the extent practicable, to demonstrate functionality, to ensure contract requirements are being met. The tests may be performed by the Contractor, either by personnel of their service organization directly, or by an independent testing agency. The contractor shall contact the government two (2) weeks before the completion of the manufacturing of the specified equipment. This shall allow the government the option of sending their technical representative(s) to witness the tests, and to ensure contract requirements are being met, prior to shipment of the unit to the government. 7.4 INSPECTION/TESTING AT DESTINATION 7.4.1 Initial Test And Grooming - The equipment delivered with the system shall be inspected by the Government for mechanical and electrical integrity as follows: All welds shall be inspected for integrity and appearance. Surfaces shall be examined for sharp edges and burrs. Fasteners shall be checked for tightness and if fixed to prevent loosening due to vibration. Paint will be checked for flaking and blistering. Electrical requirements shall be examined for compliance to the National Electrical Code, (NFPA 70/79). The fit of parts shall be observed, with particular reference to the interchangeability of those that are likely to require replacement. Faults will be duly recorded and presented to the contractor for rectification. 7.4.2 Operational Tests - Upon satisfactory c...