What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is seeking to procure an ISUZU FORWARD 7T wrecker vehicle with specific performance requirements, including a UNIC URG37AHRA1 crane and a 4-ton winch. This opportunity is open to all businesses, as there is no set-aside for small businesses. Interested vendors should note that this is a combined synopsis/solicitation, indicating they should track the notice closely for potential bidding instructions and requirements, particularly regarding local support and maintenance in Japan.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
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Specification (Wrecker) 1 each
ISUZU FORWARD 7T (Standard) with the specific model code FTR90U4-MCHYH-M (2WG-
FTR90U4). This model is categorized under the GVW 14.5-ton class. Or equivalent
performance is required.
Vehicle Overview
Model Code - FTR90U4-MCHYH-M
Chassis Prefix - 2WG-FTR90U4
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) - 14.5 Tons
Payload Class - Approximately 7.0 - 7.5 Tons (Standard configuration)
Cab Type - Standard Cab (Full-cab)
Engine & Performance
Engine Model - 4HK1-TCH (Typical for this weight class)
Engine Type - Direct Injection, Diesel, Turbocharged Intercooler
Displacement - 5,193 cc
Max Output - Approx. 177 kW (240 PS) 2,400 rpm
Max Torque - Approx. 765 N·m (78 kg·m) 1,600 rpm
Transmission - 6-Speed Manual (MT)
Chassis
Crane mount chassis
Suspension - Leaf Spring (Standard)
Brake System - Full Air Brakes with ABS
Tire Size - 265/70R19.5-140/138J (Standard for this GVW)
Install crane
UNIC URG37AHRA1 crane on the ISUZU Forward (FTR90U4), Or equivalent performance is
required.
Crane Model - URG37AHRA1 (3-Section Boom)
Max Hook Height - Approx. 9.5 m
Max Working Radius - 7.51 m
Remote Control - High-spec RA1 Joy-stick type with LCD display
Boom length – 3.41m ~ 7.70m
Boom telescoping speed – 4.29m/10sec
Hook lifting speed – 14m/min (4-part line)
Remote Control - High-spec RA1 Joy-stick type with LCD display
Safety Systems - Overload Prevention, Outrigger Extension Detection
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Also, a 4-ton winch (HW42) is included.
Body mounting
Additional hydraulic valves (4-ton winch and loading ramp)
Truck bed with apitong flooring
Automatic loading ramp
Optional
Interior
D20 Passenger Sun Visor
EDH Round Curtain Rail
Leather Seats
Electronics
EHL TC 2.0 Unit
Power Connector
Safety & Keys
V86 Fire Extinguisher
ZIV Spare Keys (2 Units)
Pintle Hook
Maintenance
Anti-Corrosion Treatment
Service Manual
Parts List
*Necessary parts must be readily available (the presence of a domestic distributor in Japan
preferred).
Local support: The Contractor shall provide on-site support—covering maintenance,
repairs, and parts supply—within the island. The equipment shall be accompanied by a
manufacturer's warranty. From the perspectives of maintenance requirements, as well as
the availability of parts and support within the island, products of Japanese manufacture
are preferred.
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Technical publication: The contractor provides manual books.
Technical Documentation: The Contractor shall provide manuals (including drawings such
as electrical wiring diagrams, engine assembly diagrams, parts drawings, and parts lists).
Two (2) sets of Complete editions of Shop maintenance manual in Japanese (paper
edition is desirable, if not available, CD version is acceptable).
Two (2) sets of Complete editions of Manufacture’s parts catalog in Japanese (paper
edition is desirable, if not available, CD version is acceptable).
Two (2) sets of Complete editions of Operator’s manual in Japanese (paper edition is
desirable, if not available, CD version is acceptable).
Vehicle shall be furnished with deed of transfer, (Jyouto Shomeisho)
Training: The contractor will provide on-site training to the user.
Including procedures for installation and connection, startup, load operation, and
shutdown, as well as training on optional functions.
SHIP TO: 403D AFSB, LRC- Okinawa Torii Station
Maintenance Division
Bldg#352
Shizai-Kyoku, Sobe, Yomitan-son Okinawa, Japan 904-0304
POC: Mr. Salud H. Dennis
DSN: 315-652-4660
From US: 011- 81-98-961-7777-652-4660
*Delivery/ Shipping: how you would like contractor to deliver. “Door-to-door”
DELIVERY SCHEDULE: The contractor shall coordinate with the Government
Representative (GR) and delivery the equipment 180 - 365 days ARO.
*Technical POC: Mr. Yasutomo Chibana, (Email: Yasutomo.chibvana.ln@army.mil)
*Payment (WAWF POC): Ms. Noriko Kaneko (Email: noriko.kaneko.ln@army.mil)
DELIVERY AND STORAGE: The equipment delivered and places in storage shall be
protected from the weather, humidity and temperature variations, dirt and dust, or other
contaminations by the contractor.
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RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGES: Any damages to the equipment incurred during the
delivery process of this contract shall be replaces or repaired to its original condition at no
cost to the U.S. Government.
Primary Objective: Integrated Logistics and Maintenance Support for Multi-Facility
Operations. This vehicle is utilized as a centralized logistics and heavy-lifting asset to
maintain and manage 10 geographically dispersed facilities. Its primary mission is to
provide cross-departmental support, ensuring that specialized craft units—including
carpentry, electrical, and meconial (Heating and A/C), civil engineering teams—have the
necessary materials and equipment to perform critical infrastructure repairs and
maintenance.
Mission impact if we don’t get: Inability to independently transport and hoist heavy
materials (e.g., transformers, concrete blocks, structural timber) required by Electrical,
Carpentry, and Civil units. Lack of an organic wrecker/recovery vehicle to retrieve
immobilized maintenance equipment or clear debris (e.g., fallen trees, concrete) during
typhoon recovery operations.
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.