SAM #W911S227U0157

Army solicitation for a high-horsepower tractor with precision-agriculture features

The U.S. Army is seeking a high-horsepower tractor for use at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of the Army, Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC), 419th Contracting Support Brigade, W6QM MICC–Fort Drum. - Equipment requested: One tractor is described, but a firm purchase quantity is not stated; no part number or vendor is provided. - Engine and drivetrain: At least 180 hp rated power and 195 hp maximum power; 6.8-liter, six-cylinder turbocharged engine with variable-geometry turbocharger; 20-forward/20-reverse PowerQuad Plus transmission; 40 km/h maximum transport speed; and MFWD/4WD. - Working systems: Single front wheels, dual rear wheels, 114 L/min pressure-and-flow-compensated hydraulics, dual-speed 540/1,000 rpm rear PTO, and Category 3 three-point hitch. Tire, axle, ballast, and other configuration specifications are also required by the notice. - Cab and technology: Enclosed mechanically suspended cab, G5 Command Center display, StarFire receiver, and telematics connectivity if required. - OEM/vendor identification: No manufacturer or vendor is expressly named. PowerQuad Plus, G5 Command Center, and StarFire are named technologies in the specifications. - Notable requirements: The tractor must meet the specified engine, transmission, drivetrain, hydraulic, PTO, hitch, cab, and precision-agriculture configuration requirements.

Description

(1) Engine and Performance Min Requirements: (a.) Rated Engine Power: 180hp (b.) Maximum Engine Power: 195hp. (c.) Engine Configuration: 6.8 L, six-cylinder turbocharger. (d.) Turbocharger: Variable-geometry turbocharger. (e.) Intelligent Power Management: Up to 20ho boost for transport and non-stationary power take-off (PTO) applications. (f.) Selected Transmission: PowerQuad Plus; 20 forward / 20 reverse speeds. (g.) Maximum Transport Speed: 40 km/h (25 mph). (2) Wheel, Tire, and Axle Configuration: Designed with single front wheels for optimized turning radius, paired with dual rear wheels for maximum pulling traction. (a.) Rear Axle Setup: Dual (Double) Wheels. (b.) Rear Tire Size: 480/80R50 OR 480/80R46 (Duals on each side). (c.) Front Axle Setup: Single Wheels. (d.) Front Tire Size: 420-85R34 or 420/85R30 (single on each side). (e.) Rear Axle Dimension: R and P rear axle - 3.62 in. x 100. in. (f.) Front Axle Type: Unsuspended 4ED front axle or Triple Link Suspension (TLS) front axle (if available and required). (g.) Rear Rims: Adjustable cast wheels. (h.) Front Rims: Adjustable steel wheels. (3) Dimensions, Weight, and Ballasting: (a.) Wheelbase: 2,800 mm (110.2 in.) (b.) Drive Configuration: Mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD)/4WD. (c.) Front Base Weight: 243 lbs. (d.) Additional Ballast: Quick attach and removal weights/ 1,706 lbs. total ballast. (4) Hydraulic, Hitch, and PTO Systems (min requirements): (a.) Hydraulic System: Pressure-and flow-compensated (PFC) closed-loop system. (b.) Hydraulic Pump Capacity: 114 L/min. (c.) Rear Selective Control Valves: As required for mission equipment. (d.) Rear PTO: Dual-speed 540/1,000 rpm. (e.) Rear Hitch: Category 3 3-point hitch. (f.) Center Link: Category 3 center link with ball end. (g.) Draft Links: Draft links with telescopic ball ends. (h.) Stabilizers: Stabilizer sway-control blocks. (5) Cab, Comfort, and Precision Ag Features: (a.) Cab Type: Enclosed cab with mechanical cab suspension. (b.) Operator Features: Passenger seat, 3-pin power socket, internal rear-view mirror, manually telescoping exterior mirrors, and rear-hitch remote control. (c.) Lighting Package: Economy lighting package with beacon light. (d.) Precision Agriculture Features: G5 Command Center display, StarFire receiver, and telematics connectivity (if required) Additional Links:Department of Defense Procurement ToolboxPIEE Solicitation Module Link for W911S227U0157Registration Instructions for the PIEE Solicitation ModuleWeb Based Training for the PIEE Solicitation Module

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