The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Pittsburgh Research Laboratory, Safety Research Coal Mine (SRCM) has a requirement for a diesel mine scoop, LT-4836 or comparable. The mine scoop is needed for use within the underground environment by SRCM miners in order to safely carry out mining operations, maintenance operations, and material handling in confined areas of the Safety Research Coal Mine and the Experimental Mine. Minimum Specifications for Diesel Mine Scoop. The following minimum specification are for a diesel mine scoop, LT-4836, or comparable. Must include a 48 hp 2011 Deutz MSHA approved diesel engine, 36-inches high hood, 54-inches wide MSHA approved braking system with wet disc brakes. Foam filled 7:00x15-12 ply tires, hydraulic PTO-15 gpm ? 2500 psi, with auxiliary PTO for ejector bucket, etc., quick attach ? x 20, backup alarm, protect-o-seal fuel cap and the operator?s compartment include voltage gauge, keyless ignition, fire suppression status, parking brake warning light, horn switch, circuit breaker, PTO switch, fuel level, oil pressure, brake pressure and tachometer. Lo Trac 4836?s automatic fire suppression system includes two manual actuators, automatic detection status and engine shutdown to meet CFR 30.75-1911. The third tank is a portable fire extinguisher. The Model 4836 has fuses and battery disconnect that meet MSHA CFR 30.1910. The machine has left handed steering and right handed joystick for the arm?s lift and tilt functions. A two-toe treadle controls forward/reverse and speeds. This machine is intended for underground development mining duties in the Safety Research Coal Mine, Pittsburgh Research Lab, NIOSH. In order to perform its intended tasks, the machine shall configure to the following specifications: ? Length?13? 9? ? Width?4?6? ? Height?36? ? Weight?7,800 lbs. ? Ground Clearance?8? unobstructed ? Wheel Base?. 8? ? Inside turning radius?7? ? Outside turning radius?12?7? ? Engine 48 hp Deutz ? Drive?Hydrostatic variable speed 4WD ? Speed?0-6 mph ? Lift capacity (Rated)?5,000lbs. ? Max lift capacity?8,200 lbs. ? Brakes?Hydrostatic-4 wheel ? Park brakes?Spring-applied wet disc brake operated by Brake Tender ? Fire suppression?Automatic with two actuators and engine shutdown ? Fuel capacity?15-galloons w/gauge and Protectoseal Cap ? Hydraulic Oil Capacity?20 gallons, 10W40 ? PTO?15 gpm @ 2500 psi ? Auxiliary PTO?6 gpm @ 2500 psi ? Lights?50 Watt Halogen, 2-each @ both ends Optional Features: 1. OTL 109?Sliding canopy 2. OLT 113?Soot filter w/electronics 3. OLT 116?Ansil automatic fire suppression Attachments for this machine: 1. T2021-Adjustable 48? forks 2. T1058-Dump bucket 17 cu. Ft. 72? wide 3. T2007-Rib cutter-26? carbide tip blade 4. T2034- 72? blade w/hyd. Angle control Shipping Responsible sources that believe they can provide the above equipment are encouraged to submit to the Contracting Officer within 15 days from the posting date of this notice their capabilities statement and supporting information in the format they choose, not to exceed 10 pages. Please forward supporting information to: Margaret L. Mooney, Reference 00HCCA-2007-46898, CDC, NIOSH, 626 Cochrans Mill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236,
[email protected]. All vendors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registry (CCR) prior to award of a federal contract. Vendors may register at www.ccr.gov. Request for quotation (RFQ) 00HCCA-2007-46898 will be issued on or after August 16, 2007. The complete list of specifications will be provided. This procurement is a small business set aside in accordance with Simplified Acquisition Procedures.