Description
The Army Contracting Command, Tobyhanna Division is conducting market research to identify parties interested in providing a four-wheeled, fully electric-powered vehicle that can be licensed as a low-speed vehicle (LSV). The vehicle will be used for transporting materials, equipment, and personnel within the Tobyhanna Army Depot. The required specifications include a two-door fully enclosed cab, a metal bed and utility box, locking doors and rear access, and a minimum load capacity of 3,000 pounds. The vehicle must also meet safety standards and have a minimum 1-year warranty.
Key features of the vehicle include:
• Auto safety glass windshield and rear panel
• Roll-up and down windows
• Locking doors
• Metal bed and utility box
• Locking rear and side access doors
• Minimum 48-volt high-efficiency AC induction motor
• Minimum 17 hp, 13 kW motor
• Capable of speeds up to 18 mph
• Rack-and-pinion steering with a tilt steering column
• Four-wheel hydraulic brakes
• Pneumatic tires for outdoor all-season use
• Dash kit with instrumentation
• Heater/defrost assembly
• Windshield wiper
• Lights, including high/low headlights, tail and stop/brake lights, turn signals, and backup lights
• Rear and side view mirrors
• Ladder rack
• Sun visors
• 48-volt DC electrical system
• Onboard charger with a standard 120 VAC power cord
• Minimum 12 kWh rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a minimum 5-year warranty