M870A4 Semitrailer, Lowbed, Construction Equipment Transporter (SLCET) 40-Ton   10

Background
The solicitation is issued for the M870A4 Semitrailer, Lowbed, Construction Equipment Transporter (SLCET) 40-Ton by a government agency. The purpose of this contract is to provide trailers that meet specific corrosion inhibitor requirements and CARC paint specifications.

The agency aims to ensure that all trailers produced during the life of the contract adhere to these standards.

Work Details
The contract includes the delivery of 5 trailers, which consist of (1) First Production Vehicle Inspection (FPVI) and (4) First Article Tests (FAT). The delivery timeline stipulates that these must be completed no later than 300 days after contract award.

The FAT duration is estimated to be 180 days, with a maximum of 360 days allowed. The contract references specific corrosion inhibitor requirements under CLINS 0091 to 0097, which apply to all trailers produced during the contract's life, in accordance with sections E.5.4 through E.5.9.4.1 related to CARC paint. Additionally, CLINS 0231 to 0237 pertain to CPC OCONUS Shipment and are applicable only for trailers post-production that are being shipped outside the continental United States.

Period of Performance
The first ordering period of the contract is from the date of award plus 364 days, with subsequent ordering periods extending up to 2,920 days after contract award depending on options exercised.