Trac ACFT TWG U-30 - TMX-450-50

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the award of a contract on a brand name basis to TLD America or an authorized reseller for a Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30 (TMX 450-50). This procurement is for the 402d Aircraft Maintenance Group at Robins AFB, Georgia.

• Basic Contract: TLD TMX-450-50 Tractor Aircraft Tug (CID A-A58026C, updated 2-5-2026). This tug is Class 1, with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 100,000 pounds, capable of towing aircraft up to 850,000 pounds. It is based on Technical Order (T.O.) 36A10-3-70-1.

• Options/Accessories:

  • Mirror on front hitch
  • Air Conditioning
  • Elevating front cab
  • Obstacle detection device on the cab
  • Custom Paint (military green)
  • Automatic lubricating system
  • Integral hydraulic jacks (x4)
  • Rotating warning beacon
  • Rear camera
  • Driver seat upgrade with softer foam pneumatic suspension and armrest

• Manuals: Two (2) hard copies and one (1) electronic copy of Operator's Manuals and Service/Maintenance Manuals (TMX-450-50).

• Estimated Value: CIP funds to be utilized for a basic contract.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but the CID is updated 2-5-2026.

This document is a justification for other than full and open competition, not a solicitation. Therefore, proposal submission and evaluation criteria are not applicable here.

• The justification is based on the TLD TMX-450-50 being the only tug authorized for purchase by Robins AFB Vehicle Local Purchase Authority.

• Market research indicated no small business, socio-economic category vendor, or GSA source could provide the required tug. Only TLD Group is capable of manufacturing and supplying the equipment.

• The statutory authority cited is 41 U.S.C. 1901, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

• The government will follow the Technical Order (T.O.) 36A10-3-70-1 and identifies part number TMX-550-45, Manufacturer: TLD America Corporation; NSN: 1740-01-689-5471YW. The TMX-450-50 (NSN: 1740-01-367-9485YW) has been authorized by HQ Vehicle Division.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Appendix C, outlines the Industrial Safety and Health Requirements for the CIP L6WA03 Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30. It details the mandatory safety and health plan requirements for contractors performing work related to this opportunity.

• Part I: Instructions: Emphasizes that the contractor's Safety and Health Plan must address items in Parts II and III in detail, not just reference standards. Company-specific procedures must be attached.
• Part II: Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH): Covers contractor responsibility for compliance with federal, state, and local laws, OSHA standards, and Air Force requirements. It also addresses Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), contractor employee safety obligations, inspections by Air Force officials, mishap notification procedures, and impoundment procedures.
• Part III: Lists specific safety and health topics that the contractor's Safety and Health Plan must address. These include, but are not limited to:
  • Contractor Safety and Health Program
  • Pedestrian Crosswalks
  • Motor Vehicles
  • Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Awareness
  • Protective Barriers/Warning Signs
  • Excavations
  • Scaffolding
  • Powered Platforms, Manlifts, and Vehicle-Mounted Work Platforms
  • Aerial Lifts Equipment
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Respiratory Protection Program
  • Confined Space Program
  • Welding, Cutting, and Brazing
  • Electrical Safety
  • Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout-Tagout)
  • Machinery and Machine Guarding
  • Hand and Portable Powered Tools
  • Toxic and Hazardous Substances
  • Hazardous Communications
  • Demolition
  • Heat Stress
  • General Environmental Controls
  • Hearing Conservation Program
  • Medical and First Aid
  • Grounding, Bonding of Aircraft & Avionics Equipment
  • Batteries
  • Handling, Storage, & Use of Flammable/Combustible Liquids
  • System Modification
  • Soldering
  • Housekeeping
  • Electronic/Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Components
  • Liquid Gaseous Oxygen/Cryogenics
  • Work Stands/Platforms
  • Severe Weather Plan
  • Fire Protection for Facilities
  • Explosive Safety Requirements
  • Airfield Criteria
  • Airfield Rescue & Firefighting Capabilities
  • Acceptance/Functional Check Flight & Maintenance Operation Checks
  • Contractors Flight & Ground Operations
  • Lawn/Ground Services
• Part IV: Applicable References: Lists specific technical orders (T.O.s) and directives relevant to various safety and operational areas.

This document is critical for any bidder as it defines the comprehensive safety and health requirements that must be incorporated into the contractor's Safety and Health Plan. The plan must be submitted and accepted by the government prior to work commencement and will be incorporated into the awarded contract. Failure to comply with these requirements can lead to non-acceptance of the plan, work stoppages, delays, and fines.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Purchase Description for the L6WA03 Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30, intended for the 402d Aircraft Maintenance Group (AMXG) at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. It outlines the specifications, deliverables, and requirements for the procurement of this equipment.

• Primary Deliverable: One (1) Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30 (TMX 450-50) meeting Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A58026C, Class 1, with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 100,000 pounds, capable of towing aircraft up to 850,000 pounds GVW. The CID is based on Technical Order (T.O.) 36A10-3-70-1, with part number TMX-550-45.

• Required Options/Accessories: Mirror on front hitch, Air Conditioning, Elevating front cab, Obstacle detection device on the cab, Custom Paint (military green), Automatic lubricating system, Four (4) integral hydraulic jacks for tire changes and maintenance, Rotating warning beacon, Rear camera, and Driver seat upgrade with softer foam pneumatic suspension and armrest.

• Documentation: Two (2) hard copies and one (1) electronic set of operation and service/maintenance manuals (Operators Manuals and Service/Maintenance Manuals).

• Period of Performance: Delivery within 365 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Warranty: One-year service and parts warranty.

• Delivery: FOB Destination to Robins AFB, GA, between 0800-1530, Monday – Friday.

• Training: Contractor shall provide training for 10 operators and 4 maintenance mechanics.

• Place of Performance: Warner Robins Air Logistic Complex, Building 125, Robins Air Force Base, GA.

• Affirmative Procurement: Compliance with EPA-designated and USDA-designated bio-based product requirements is mandated.

• Security: Adherence to Government Security Regulations, COMSEC, and OPSEC is required. Contractor personnel require installation access and must comply with visitor policies.

• The document details extensive security requirements, including background checks for visitors and compliance with various security directives.

• Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Awareness Training and Energy Management System (EnMS) Training are mandatory for all contractor personnel.

• A Contractor's Safety Program and Safety Plan are required within 10 calendar days of contract award.

• Unique Item Identification (UID) is required for all items delivered to the DoD.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for a specific data item (A003) related to the "Tractor Aircraft Tug" system. It outlines the requirements for a "Status Report" concerning the "Energy Management System - EnMS Training."

• Data Item Number: A003
• Title: Status Report
• Subtitle: Energy Management System - EnMS Training
• Authority: DI-MGMT-80368A/T
• Contract Reference: PD Para 4.9.2
• Requiring Office: WR-ALC/402 AMXG
• Frequency: 1-Time submission
• Submission Date: Due by See Blk 16 (Block 11 & 13)

This CDRL mandates that contractors are subject to Energy Management System (EnMS) requirements, as WR-ALC is ISO 500001 certified. All contractor personnel working on Robins AFB must complete initial EnMS training provided by the Air Force. The prime contractor is responsible for ensuring all subcontractors, vendors, and employees complete this training before commencing work on Robins AFB. Contact information for the Energy Office POC, Government POC, WAWF POCs, and Contracting POC is provided for notification and inquiries.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for a "Status Report" related to the "Environmental Management System - EMS" for the "Tractor Aircraft Tug" system. It specifies the requirements for submitting this status report.

• Data Item Number: A002
• Title: STATUS REPORT
• Subtitle: Environmental Management System - EMS
• Frequency: 1-TIME
• Submission: Due by the date specified in Block 16.
• Remarks: All contractor personnel working on Robins AFB must complete initial EMS Awareness Training. The Prime Contractor is responsible for ensuring subcontractors, vendors, and employees complete this training before starting work. Notification of training completion must be sent to the Contracting Officer and the Environmental Management POC. Failure to provide this documentation may result in contract termination.
• Key Contacts: Lists Environmental Management, Government POC, WAWF Primary and Alternate POCs, and Contracting POC with contact information.

This CDRL highlights a critical compliance requirement for any bidder: mandatory initial EMS Awareness Training for all personnel working on Robins AFB. Bidders must understand and plan for this training requirement, as failure to comply can lead to contract termination. It also provides essential contact information for various points of contact related to the contract and data submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies data items to be delivered by the contractor under a contract. It outlines the requirements for specific data related to the "Tractor Aircraft Tug" system.

• Contract Line Item Number (CLIN): 0002
• System/Item: Tractor Aircraft Tug
• Data Item Number (DIN): A001
• Title of Data Item: Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Manuals and Associated Supplemental Data
• Authority: DI-TMSS-80527D/T
• Contract Reference: PD Para 1.1.3
• Frequency: 1 - time
• Submission: Two (2) hard copies and one (1) electronic copy of operation and service/maintenance manuals for the Tractor Aircraft Tug are required at the time of delivery.
• Government POCs: Contact information for Government Points of Contact (POCs) for WAWF and Contracting are provided.

This CDRL details the specific documentation requirements for the "Tractor Aircraft Tug" system. Bidders should note the requirement for providing COTS manuals and associated supplemental data, including operation and service/maintenance manuals, in both hard copy and electronic format at the time of delivery. This information is crucial for understanding the post-delivery support and documentation obligations associated with the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for Data Item A005, titled "ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORT." It specifies the requirements for reporting accidents and incidents related to the contract.

• Data Item Number: A005
• Title: ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORT
• Authority: DI-SAFT-81563 NOT 2
• Contract Reference: PD Para 4.11
• Reporting Requirements: The contractor must notify the Robins AFB Safety Office telephonically within four (4) hours of any mishaps or incidents involving damage to DoD property or employee injuries. A follow-up electronic notification is required within three calendar days.
• Required Information: The notification must include contract details, date/time/location of the incident, a narrative, cause (if known), estimated cost, impound authority, involved equipment/personnel, corrective actions, and other pertinent information.
• Submission: Initial notification is telephonic, followed by electronic submission. Information not available at the time of initial notification must be provided within 20 calendar days.
• Points of Contact: Includes contact information for the WR-ALC/SE workflow, Government POC, WAWF Primary and Alternate POCs, and Contracting POC.

This CDRL outlines the specific reporting procedures and information required from the contractor in the event of an accident or incident. Bidders should review these requirements to understand their obligations regarding safety reporting and communication with the government.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing a specific data item required from the contractor. It outlines the requirements for the Contractor's Safety Plan.

• Data Item Number: A004
• Title: Contractor's Safety Plan
• Subtitle: Safety Plan
• Authority: DI-SAFT-82080 NOT 1/T
• Contract Reference: PD Para 4.10.1
• Submission Requirements:
  • Draft submission within 10 working days after contract award to 402mxw.se.wf@us.af.mil for review/approval.
  • Government has 5 working days for review; if no changes or no response, the draft is considered final.
  • The safety plan can be in contractor format and sent electronically.
  • Appendix C (supplied by the Government) must be submitted and annotated regarding applicability.
  • Final copies due 10 working days after Government acceptance of the draft.
• Government Points of Contact (POCs): Includes contacts for WR-ALC/SE, Government POC (Leighton "Todd" Lavender), WAWF Primary and Alternate POCs, and Contracting POC (Taylor Walker).

This CDRL specifies a mandatory deliverable for the contract: the Contractor's Safety Plan. Bidders must understand the submission timeline, format requirements, review process, and the specific points of contact for submitting and obtaining approval for this plan. It also highlights the need to address Appendix C provided by the Government.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) FA857126Q0064. It is a Brand Name requirement for TLD America Corporation. The government is procuring a Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30 (TMX 450-50) and associated items.

• Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30 (TMX 450-50) - Brand Name: TLD America

• CDRL A001 - COTS Manual

• CDRL A002 - Status Report_EMS Training

• CDRL A003 - Status Report_EnMS Training

• CDRL A004 - Contractor's Safety Plan

• CDRL A005 - Accident Incident Report

• L6WA03 WR-ALC Appendix C - CIP L6WA03 Tractor Aircraft Tug U-30 (Industrial Safety and Health Requirements)

• Elimination of use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS).

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

• DPAS Priority Rating: DO-C9

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• All questions must be received by 12:00 PM EST on 23 April 2026.

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 01 May 2026, 01:00 PM.

• The government intends to award a contract to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation is the lowest price.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are attached.

• Payment will be made by electronic invoicing through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).