Engine Balancers

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a purchase description for two (2) hard bearing, dual-drive, horizontal balancing machines. These machines are intended for balancing aerospace jet engine rotors for the 76th Propulsion Maintenance Group (PMXG) at Tinker AFB / Oklahoma City-Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC). Machine 1 must meet or exceed specifications for ARP 4048, Class 1000, and Machine 2 must meet or exceed specifications for ARP 4048, Class 3000. The contractor is responsible for complete installation, qualification, and certification testing.

• Two (2) hard bearing, dual-drive, horizontal balancing machines.

• Machine 1: ARP 4048, Class 1000 compliant.

• Machine 2: ARP 4048, Class 3000 compliant.

• Fully capable of calibration and certification to SAE AS8617 standards, including reporting.

• Machines must be new, commercially available models.

• Specific requirements for measuring/indicating devices (US customary units), controls, safety (OSHA, ANSI B11, ISO/EN/DIN/JIS), noise levels (<= 84 dB), hazardous material exclusions, lubrication, construction, components (base, bed, pedestals, drive shafts, enclosure), control computer (Windows 11, laser printer), and third-party software.

• Detailed specifications for Machine 1 and Machine 2, including bed dimensions, pedestal configurations, drive shaft ratings, and enclosure sizes.

• Specific alignment and accuracy tolerances are detailed in Table II.

• Required tooling includes proving rotors, pedestal insert saddles, roller assemblies, drive belts, and drive shafts.

• Technical data, including specifications, instructions for operation, maintenance, and spare parts lists, must be provided.

• Contractor must provide a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and an Acceptance Test Plan (ATP).

• Installation at Tinker AFB / Oklahoma City-Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC).

• Contractor responsible for turnkey installation, including labor, tools, equipment, materials, and PPE.

• Government will provide 480VAC electrical supply and 100 PSI compressed air supply within 30 feet.

• Vendors must indicate which standards they will utilize for compliance at the time of proposal.

• Quality Assurance: Contract quality assurance inspection (Origin) and Final Inspection/Acceptance Test (Destination).

• Tests include examination, alignment and accuracy, performance, and audible noise level tests.

• Not specified in the provided document excerpt.

• The document lists numerous applicable federal, military, and non-government standards and specifications that must be adhered to.

• The contractor is responsible for all security requirements to access Tinker AFB.

• Lead and Asbestos testing will be performed by the 72nd ABW/CE prior to delivery.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a drawing or schematic related to a project at Tinker AFB. It includes "General Notes" and "Keyed Notes" that provide specific details about the project and its requirements. The "Distribution Statement A" indicates the document is approved for public release with unlimited distribution.

• General Notes: Mentions a "304 Assessment for CIP FY26 project," the need for "DRMO" for equipment, assessment of "Foundation thickness and condition," and "Utilities (Air & 480V)."
• Keyed Notes: Refers to "POST X/Y 65-67, site prep at location only" and "Machine OC 12675, Post X94, DRMO and site prep."
• Distribution Statement: "APPROVED FOR PUBLICATION RELEASE. DISTRIBUTION IS UNLIMITED."
• Location Information: Identifies "Building 3001, F117 Shop" and "Building 3001, F100 Rotor Shop" at Tinker AFB.

This document provides critical site-specific information, including project scope (assessment, site prep, DRMO), existing conditions (foundations, utilities), and specific equipment or locations (e.g., POST X/Y, Machine OC 12675). Bidders should review these details to understand the physical environment and any preliminary work or assessments required for the opportunity.