This is not a solicitation announcement. This is a sources sought synopsis only. The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification (hubzone, 8(a), small, small disadvantage, veteran owned, women owned or service disabled veteran owned small business) relative to NACIS 811310. Written responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to the sources sought synopsis, a solicitation announcement will be published in FedConnect and Fedbizopps websites. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses to the solicitation announcement. All interested offerors will have to respond to the solicitation announcement in addition to responding to this sources sought announcement. The Bureau of Reclamation, Wyoming Area Office (WYAO) is seeking sources to repair 2015 Kenworth C500 6x6 dump truck. Services include inspect, advise, install, repair and/or replace the following identified components: Initial Inspection: The contractor shall perform an incoming inspection noting all abnormal conditions or damage to the dump truck. Record all findings and document. Straightening of Frame Rails: The contractor shall have a qualified frame shop inspect the frame and straighten, if necessary, within the original equipment manufacturers (OEM) specifications. It is unknown to the Government if the frame is twisted or if the apparent twist is due to damaged rear suspension components. Replacement of the two Rear Axle Assemblies: The contractor shall replace the two rear axle housings with brand name or equivalent Dana® Wide Track axle housings, Model D46-170W, along with 4 new axle shafts. The axle housings should have the following salient characteristics: 46,000 lbs. GAWR and an assembled track width of 106¿, measured from outside-to-outside of the outside tandem tires. The dump truck is equipped with a 12.9L Cummins diesel that produces 450 H.P. and 1,700 lb-ft. Torque. The contractor will need to perform the following work: Removal of torque arm brackets from existing housings and reinstall (weld) to the new axle housings, reinstallation of both front and rear axle housings, installation of four new axle shafts, add new synthetic gear lubricant, install new wheel seals, and prime and paint components to match existing color of suspension components. See attached specifications for axle housing information. Replacement of existing 56 Gallon Fuel Tank: The contractor shall remove the existing 56 gallon fuel tank, relocate the existing battery box to a new location that is convenient for battery maintenance/removal, and install a new 150 gallon fuel tank with Arctic Fox® internal fuel heater. The new fuel tank shall be installed in the same location as the existing fuel tank. New Dump Body and Hoist System: The contractor shall install a brand name or equivalent Crysteel® Raptor Select Dumpbody, 16¿ length, with the installed optional box vibrator and a side ladder. See below specifications for required options and specifications for the dump body. The contractor shall install a brand name or equivalent Crysteel® Turbo Hoist (Model T63148) system which has a double acting hydraulic cylinder. See below specifications for requirements for the hoisting system. The color of the dump body shall be Black. Responses to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business, socioeconomic classification, Federal Tax Identification Number, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number and qualification statement. Responses to this notice shall be e-mailed to Tonya A. Pittsley, Bureau of Reclamation, at [email protected]. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received in writing no later than 4:00 pm (MST) January 19, 2018. This notice is to assist the WYAO in determining sources only. A solicitation is not currently available. If a solicitation is issued it will be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately.

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