PSC Code 1740 covers Airfield Specialized Trucks and Trailers specifically designed for the transportation and handling of aircraft assemblies and related airfield operations. This includes specialized transport vehicles such as afterburner trailers, engine trailers, propeller trailers, fuselage and wing trucks, as well as specialized skids and stands for engine transport. Additionally, it encompasses bomb trailers and trucks used for removing crashed aircraft. These vehicles and trailers are engineered to meet the unique requirements of airfield logistics, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of aircraft components. Government agencies use this PSC to procure equipment critical for airfield maintenance, aircraft assembly lines, and emergency response operations involving aircraft.

Includes for PSC 1740

This PSC code covers the following products and services:

Airfield Specialized Trucks and Trailers designed primarily for transporting aircraft assemblies; Trailers: Afterburner, Engine, Propeller, Fuselage, and Wing; Trucks, Aircraft Fuselage and Aircraft Wing; Skids, Engine transport; Stands, Engine Transport; Bomb Trailers, Airfield; Trucks, Crashed Aircraft Removing.

Excludes for PSC 1740

This PSC code does NOT cover the following:

Airfield Specialized Lift Trucks (FSC 3930), and Trailers (FSC 2330); Highway Type Trucks (FSC 2320), and Trailers (FSC 2330); Cargo Loading and Unloading Trailers (FSC 2330) and Trucks (FSC 2320).

Additional Notes for PSC 1740

Important notes and guidance for using this PSC code:

This class excludes "vehicular components" such as those listed under FSCs 2520, 2530, 2590.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC 1740

Typical buyers under PSC 1740 include the Department of Defense, particularly branches such as the Air Force and Navy, which require specialized vehicles for aircraft maintenance, repair, and logistics support. Other agencies involved in airfield operations, aviation logistics, and emergency response related to aircraft may also procure under this PSC. These buyers prioritize equipment that meets stringent safety and performance standards to support mission-critical airfield activities and ensure the operational readiness of aircraft fleets.

Common Contract Types for PSC 1740

Procurements under PSC 1740 often involve firm-fixed-price contracts for the acquisition of specialized trucks and trailers. Indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts may be used for ongoing supply and maintenance support. Competitive bidding is common due to the specialized nature of the equipment, though sole-source contracts may be awarded when unique specifications are required. Typical use cases include initial acquisition for new airfields, replacement of aging transport vehicles, and contracts supporting maintenance depots and crash recovery operations.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC 1740

Covers specialized trucks and trailers designed for airfield and aircraft component transport.
Primarily used by Department of Defense branches and agencies involved in aviation logistics.
Includes vehicles such as bomb trailers, engine transport stands, and crashed aircraft removal trucks.
Excludes general lift trucks, highway trucks, and cargo loading vehicles classified under other FSCs.
Contracts typically involve fixed-price and IDIQ arrangements due to specialized equipment needs.
Aligned with NAICS codes related to automobile and heavy-duty truck manufacturing.

Related Categories for PSC 1740

Other categories at the same level as 1740

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1730 AIRCRAFT GROUND SERVICING EQUIPMENT

Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment

1735 SPACE VEHICLE HANDLING AND SERVICING EQUIPMENT

Space Vehicle Handling and Servicing Equipment

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