Loader Scoop

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the specifications for a new wheel loader, specifically a CAT 972 XE or equivalent, to be used for loading vehicles and crushers in a quarry. The manufacturer must be CAT or an equivalent.

• Machine Type: Wheel loader, new current production model.

• Performance: Must meet or exceed manufacturer's current published data and specifications.

• Compliance: Must meet all applicable environmental and German StVO regulations upon delivery.

• Standard Equipment: Must include all standard manufacturer equipment.

• Integral Parts: All integral parts necessary for a complete working unit must be supplied, even if not explicitly mentioned.

• Operating Weight: Over 24,000 kg

• Loading Height: Over 3.30 m (for BELL B 40 6x6)

• Engine: 6-cylinder, water-cooled diesel, latest EU emission standard with DPF, over 250 kW (340 PS) according to ISO 14396.

• Cabin: ROPS/FOPS compliant (ISO 3471-2008, ISO 3449-2005 Level II), sound-insulated, pressurized, with sliding windows, air conditioning, DAB+ radio, heated mirrors, two-point seatbelt, air-suspended heated seat, joystick steering, and electric emergency steering.

• Electrical System: 24V, LED headlights, taillights, brake lights, and work lights (4 front, 4 rear). Beacon light.

• General: CE marking, speed over 30 km/h with continuously variable transmission, towing device, jump-start connection, external storage compartment, reversing alarm, central lubrication system, prepared for public road registration (license plate holder, lighting, fenders), hydraulic oscillation damping, engine air pre-cleaning, reversible radiator fan, camera with rear monitoring, collision warning and avoidance systems, lockable fuel cap.

• Tires: 26.5 R 25 Bridgestone VJTxL3.VSDL x L5.

• Bucket: HD 4.0 m³ with 8 teeth for rock excavation, fixed attachment.

• Additional: Wheel chocks, spare keys, Cat Payload with integrated weighing system.

• Warranty: 36 months / 2500 operating hours, including required customer service within the warranty period (parts and labor).

• Documentation: 3x Operating Manuals and Workshop Manuals (German/English, printed or CD), 3x Spare Parts Catalogs (German/English, printed or CD).

• Delivery: Machine must be delivered fully assembled, functional, with all required attachments.

• Training: 4 days of instruction and demonstration for operating personnel by qualified manufacturer personnel (approx. 6 hours, German language).

• Delivery Address: USAG Bavaria, DPW BUILDING & GROUNDS BRANCH, Training Area Maintenance, Grafenwöhr Geb. 330, 92655 Grafenwöhr.

• Manufacturer's specifications exceeding these standards are considered the minimum.

• All standard manufacturer features must be included.

• The machine must be a new, current production model.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the minimum acceptable standards for a new, up-to-date production model wheel loader, specifically a CAT 972 XE or equivalent. The equipment is intended for use in a quarry for loading vehicles and crushers.

• Equipment: CAT 972 XE wheel loader or equivalent.

• Engine: 6-cylinder, diesel, water-cooled, meeting latest EU emission standards (with DPF), over 250 kW (340 hp).

• Cabin: ROPS/FOPS compliant (ISO 3471-2008, ISO 3449-2005 Level II), soundproofed, pressurized, with air conditioning, DAB+ radio, and ergonomic access.

• Electrical System: 24V, LED lighting (driving, taillights, work lights), rotating beacon.

• General Features: CE mark, travel speed over 30 km/h, continuously variable transmission, reversing warning system, central lubrication, collision warning/avoidance systems, rear area monitoring camera.

• Attachments: Shovel HD 4.0 m³ with 8 teeth for rock quarrying.

• Weighing System: Cat Payload with Integrated Weighing System.

• Documentation: Operating instructions, workshop manual, and spare parts catalog (printed or CD) in German and English.

• Warranty: 36 months / 2500 operating hours, including required customer service.

• Delivery: Fully assembled and functional at the factory.

• Instruction: 4 days of instruction and demonstration by manufacturer personnel (approx. 6 hours in German).

• Delivery Address: USAG Bavaria, DPW Building & Grounds Branch, Training Area Maintenance, Grafenwoehr Geb. 330, 92655 Grafenwoehr.

• Not explicitly detailed in this document; likely found in the main solicitation or related documents.

• Not specified in this document.

• Manufacturer's current published data exceeding these standards are considered minimum.

• All integral parts required for complete operation must be supplied.

• Machine must include all standard manufacturer equipment.

• Must comply with German StVO regulations and applicable environmental standards at time of delivery.