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SPECIFICATIONS FOR

ONE (1)

MID-MOUNT

AERIAL PLATFORM

ON A

CUSTOM FOUR DOOR CHASSIS

WESTMERE FIRE DISTRICT

1741 WESTERN AVENUE

ALBANY, NEW YORK 12203

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

POINT OF CONTACT

COMMISSIONER JOHN LUTZ


1741 WESTERN AVENUE


TELEPHONE NUMBER 518-727-3325

E-MAIL:[email protected]

WITH A COPY [email protected]
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CONTENTS

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS ........................................................................................................... 11

INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS .......................................................................................................................... 11

PRE-BID MEETING .................................................................................................................................... 11

SUBMISSION OF BIDS .................................................................................................................................. 11

REGULATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 12

BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 13

INSURANCE ................................................................................................................................................. 13

EXCEPTIONS, VARIATIONS OR CLARIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 14

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 15

LIABILITY ...................................................................................................................................................... 16

TAXES .......................................................................................................................................................... 16

BID PRICE ................................................................................................................................................... 16

WITHDRAWL OF BID ................................................................................................................................... 16

DELIVERY ..................................................................................................................................................... 17

INFORMATION REQUIRED AT DELIVERY ..................................................................................................... 17

DRAWINGS .................................................................................................................................................. 18

MATERIALS .................................................................................................................................................. 18

CERTIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 18

SERVICE CENTER REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................. 19

NEW YORK STATE REGISTERED DEALER ...................................................................................................... 20

PAYMENT TERMS ........................................................................................................................................ 20

SURETY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................. 20

PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING(S) .............................................................................................................. 21

APPARATUS ORIENTATION ......................................................................................................................... 22

INSPECTION TRIP(S) .................................................................................................................................... 22

FAMA COMPLIANCE .................................................................................................................................... 22

APPARATUS WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................. 22

WARRANTY SECTION .............................................................................................................................. 23

TRADE IN QUOTE ........................................................................................................................................ 23

NON-COLLUSIVE BIDDING CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................. 23


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MINIMUM WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................. 25

APPARATUS DIMEMSIONS ..................................................................................................................... 26

CHASSIS ....................................................................................................................................................... 26

BUMPERS ................................................................................................................................................ 27

CHASSIS FRAME ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................... 27

AXLES ..................................................................................................................................................... 28

REAR AXLES ............................................................................................................................................. 29

SUSPENSIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 29

STEERING................................................................................................................................................. 30

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR ....................................................................................................................... 30

TIRES ........................................................................................................................................................ 30

WHEEL OPTIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 31

TOW EYES ................................................................................................................................................ 32

BRAKE SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................................ 32

AIR BRAKING ABS SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 34

AIR HORNS ............................................................................................................................................ 36

ENGINE/TRANSMISSION PACKAGE .................................................................................................. 37

ENGINE................................................................................................................................................... 37

SECONDARY BRAKING ............................................................................................................................. 39

ENGINE COOLING PACKAGE .................................................................................................................... 40

FUEL SYSTEMS ......................................................................................................................................... 42

ALTERNATOR ........................................................................................................................................... 44

BATTERIES ............................................................................................................................................... 44

CAB MODEL ................................................................................................................................................. 48

CAB MOUNTS AND CAB TILT SYSTEM .............................................................................................. 50

CAB INTERIOR ....................................................................................................................................... 50

CAB DOORS ........................................................................................................................................... 52

WINDSHIELD WIPERS .......................................................................................................................... 53

CAB INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ................................................................................................ 53

INSTRUMENTATION ON DASH PANEL: ............................................................................................ 54

HIGH IDLE .............................................................................................................................................. 56


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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................ 57

LED HEADLIGHTS .................................................................................................................................. 58

CAB CRASHWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................... 59

CAB ROOF TYPE ........................................................................................................................................... 60

CAB BADGE PACKAGE ............................................................................................................................. 61

CAB DOOR ............................................................................................................................................... 61

CAB STEP OPTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 63

MIRRORS ................................................................................................................................................. 64

MISC EXTERIOR CAB ................................................................................................................................ 64

HANDRAILS ........................................................................................................................................... 65

STEPS AND HANDRAIL APPROVAL.................................................................................................... 66

HVAC ........................................................................................................................................................... 66

SEATS ........................................................................................................................................................... 67

MAP BOXES ............................................................................................................................................. 70

MISC INTERIOR CAB .................................................................................................................................... 71

AIR BAGS ............................................................................................................................................... 71

CAB ELECTRICAL .......................................................................................................................................... 72

AUTO-EJECT BATTERY CHARGER RECEPTACLE ............................................................................... 73

CAB TURN SIGNALS ............................................................................................................................. 74

MISCELLANEOUS CHASSIS EQUIPMENT............................................................................................... 75

BODY MODEL .............................................................................................................................................. 75

AERIAL BODY ............................................................................................................................................... 79

TRIPLE CROSSLAY HOSE BED .............................................................................................................. 79

TRAFFIC CONE HOLDER ....................................................................................................................... 80

COVERS ....................................................................................................................................................... 81

HOSE BED COVER ................................................................................................................................. 81CROSSLAY COVER................................................................................................................................. 82

MISCELLANEOUS PUMP PANEL .................................................................................................................. 82

The Successful bidder shall provide a pump panel layout drawing for approval at the time of the pre-

construction conference. ............................................................................................................................ 82

PUMP MODULE ........................................................................................................................................... 83


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WATER TANK ............................................................................................................................................... 84

BOOSTER TANK .................................................................................................................................... 84

LADDER STORAGE ....................................................................................................................................... 87

REAR LADDER STORAGE ..................................................................................................................... 87

LADDERS .................................................................................................................................................... 88

MISCELLANEOUS BODY OPTIONS ............................................................................................................... 88

HOSE BED CAPACITY ............................................................................................................................ 88

FUEL FILL ................................................................................................................................................ 89

PUMPS......................................................................................................................................................... 89

PUMP SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................................... 89

PRIMING SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................ 91

PUMP SHIFT .......................................................................................................................................... 91

PUMP CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................................................. 92

PUMP CERTIFICATION ......................................................................................................................... 92

PUMP COOLER ...................................................................................................................................... 93

MANUAL MASTER DRAIN ................................................................................................................... 95

TANK TO PUMP .................................................................................................................................... 95

INTAKES ..................................................................................................................................................... 95

DISCHARGES AND PRECONNECTS ............................................................................................................... 96

THREAD TERMINATION ...................................................................................................................... 96

OUTLETS ................................................................................................................................................ 96

cAPS AND CHAINS ................................................................................................................................ 97

PRESSURE GOVERNORS ................................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.

PUMP PRESSURE GOVERNOR ............................................................................................................ 99

TANK-FILL AND PUMP COOLER VALVE CONTROLS...................................................................... 100

ENFO IV SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................ 101

GAUGE IC 10 LED TANK LEVEL WATER/PSTANK........................................................................... 101

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ................................................................................................................................ 102

BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEM ............................................................................................................... 103

WIRING ................................................................................................................................................ 103


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WIRING PROTECTION ........................................................................................................................ 103

WIRING CONNECTORS ...................................................................................................................... 104

120 VOLT RECEPTACLES .................................................................................................................... 104

NFPA REQUIRED TESTING OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .................................................................................. 104

NFPA REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION .................................................................................................. 105

WARNING LIGHTS ..................................................................................................................................... 106

LIGHT BAR(S) ............................................................................................................................................. 106

WARNING LIGHT PACKAGES ..................................................................................................................... 107

DIRECTIONAL LIGHT BARS ......................................................................................................................... 108

SIRENS ....................................................................................................................................................... 108

DOT LIGHTING ........................................................................................................................................... 109

LIGHTS-COMPARTMENT, STEP AND GROUND.......................................................................................... 111

LIGHTS-DECK AND SCENE .......................................................................................................................... 112

LIGHTS- NON-WARNING ........................................................................................................................... 113

CONTROLS/SWITCHES ............................................................................................................................... 113

CAMERAS/INTERCOM ............................................................................................................................... 114

MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL ................................................................................................................... 115

GENERATOR .............................................................................................................................................. 115

TESTING ............................................................................................................................................... 115GENERATOR TEST ...................................................................................................................................... 116

BREAKER BOXES ........................................................................................................................................ 116

LIGHTS-BROW 12vdc ............................................................................................................................. 116

ELECTRIC CORD REELS ............................................................................................................................... 117

AERIAL MODEL .......................................................................................................................................... 118

95 MINIMUM MID MOUNT ELEVATING PLATFORM................................................................. 118

ISO Compliance ......................................................................................................................................... 120

LOAD LIMITATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 121

MONITORS ................................................................................................................................................ 121

DUAL MONITORS ............................................................................................................................... 121

NOZZLE HOLDERS ............................................................................................................................... 121

AERIAL WARNING LIGHTS ......................................................................................................................... 122


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AERIAL LIGHTING ...................................................................................................................................... 123

WATERWAY ............................................................................................................................................... 125

MISCELLANEOUS AERIAL ELECTRICAL ....................................................................................................... 126

AERIAL INFORMATION CENTER....................................................................................................... 126

BREATHING AIR ......................................................................................................................................... 126

AIR BOTTLE REFILL ............................................................................................................................. 127

PLATFORM SYSTEMS ................................................................................................................................. 127

SIGN PLATES .............................................................................................................................................. 128

AERIAL TESTING ........................................................................................................................................ 128

AERIAL CERTIFICATION ..................................................................................................................... 129

MISCELLANEOUS LOOSE EQUIPEMENT .................................................................................................... 131

EQUIPMENT MOUNTING .................................................................................................................. 131

SAFETY BELTS/HARNESSES............................................................................................................... 131

FRAME PAINTING............................................................................................................................... 131

EXTERIOR PAINT ........................................................................................................................................ 131

INTERIOR PAINT ........................................................................................................................................ 134

CAB INTERIOR COLOR ....................................................................................................................... 134

REAR BODY SCOTCHLITE STRIPING..................................................................................................... 134

OPTIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 134

ON-SPOT TIRE CHAINS ...................................................................................................................... 134

WARRANTY/ STANDARD AND EXTENDED ................................................................................................. 135

SUPPORT, DELIVERY, INSPECTION, AND MANUALS ................................................................................. 136

TRAINING ............................................................................................................................................ 136

APPROVAL DRAWINGS ..................................................................................................................... 136

OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUALS ............................................................................................ 137


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FIRE APPARATUS SPECIFICATIONS FOR:


1741 WESTERN AVENUE


Comply: Yes___ No___


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BID FORM

DATE OF BID OPENING NOVEMBER 15, 2013 6:00PM

LOCATION:

1741 WESTERN AVENUE ALBANY, NEW YORK 12203

BID TITLE:

CUSTOM MID-MOUNT AERIAL PLATFORM

SECURITY REQUIRED:

10% CERTIFIED CHECK OR BID BOND

Comply: Yes__ No__


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ATTENTION ATTENTION ATTENTION

FOR YOUR PROTECTION,THIS BID MAY NOT BE ACCEPTABLE WITHOUTCOMPLETING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW YOUR

BID AND INDICATE BY A CHECK MARK THAT ALL REQUESTED

INFORMATION HAS BEEN INCLUDED.

CHECK OFF:

1. ( ) BID FORM2. ( ) NON-COLLUSION STATEMENT3. ( ) BID BOND OR CERTIFIED CHECK4. ( ) BID SPECIFICATIONS5. ( ) INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS6. ( ) BIDDERS BLUEPRINTS7. ( ) BIDDERS MANUFACTURING SPECIFICATIONS8. ( ) MANUFACTURERS CERTIFIED WARRANTIES9. ( ) REFERENCES10. ( ) EXCEPTION SHEET(S)

DO NOT SEPARATE OR REMOVE ANY PAGES FROM THIS BID PACKAGE.

DOING SO MAY RENDER YOUR BID INVALID. PLEASE RETURN THE

CHECKLIST WITH YOUR BID.

Comply: Yes__ no__


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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS

The intention of these specifications is to specify the basic requirements for

manufacturing a custom fire apparatus (referred to herein as the apparatus) to

withstand the continuous use encountered in the emergency firefighting service.

It is the intent of Westmere Fire District (hereinafter, Purchaser)to award the

bid to the lowest responsible bidder meeting these specifications. Factors to be

considered by the Purchaser shall include but not limited to: certified parts

availability, training, service capability and cost, total life expectancy, safety

ratings and product reviews and overall reliability and cost Purchaser may decide

not to accept any bid.

Questions regarding these specifications shall be submitted in writing to a

designated representative of the purchaser, written communications maybe in

letter or e-mail. All responses will be in writing by either letter or e-mail. It is not

the purpose of these specifications to eliminate any qualified bidder.

PRE-BID MEETING

There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting on Wednesday November 13, 2013 at

6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Westmere Fire Station, 1741 Western

Avenue, Albany, New York 12203.

SUBMISSION OF BIDS

BID OPENING WILL BE DECEMBER 1, 2013 AT 6:00PM AT THE OFFICES OF THE

WESTMERE FIRE DISTRICT, 1741 WESTERN AVENUE ALBANY, NEW YORK 12203

Only bids submitted on the forms shall be considered. Bids shall be enclosed in a

sealed envelope plainly marked BID ON NEW MID-MOUNT AERIAL PLATFORM

bearing the time and date of the bid opening.

Bidders SHALL submit six (6) copies of their bids including six (6) complete set of

drawings. In addition to these specifications, each bidder SHALL submit a


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complete and accurate description of their own product, including without

limitation, size, dimension, type, model, material grade and material thickness of

their fire apparatus in the form of a detailed bid proposal. Bids will be judged on

completeness and accuracy in response to these specifications. Any bid proposal

not complying with these basic minimum specifications may be judged non-

compliant and may be rejected.

Returning these specifications without a list of clarifications, exceptions and price

may be considered non-responsive, incomplete and may be rejected. All bid

proposals must be bid in the same sequence as these specifications for ease of

comparison. Any bid proposal not in sequence may be disregarded and rejected.

Failure to comply with all the conditions mentioned under Instruction to

Bidder or the failure to conform to these specifications will be reasonable

cause for rejection of the bid. Any bid not in accordance with these instructions

or not in the form prescribed, or containing bids not asked for, or not containing

all statements contained on the said bid form may be rejected.

All bid forms SHALL be signed by an appropriate officer of the manufacturer of

the apparatus being bid. Bids signed by a sales representative SHALL be declared

informal and may be rejected. Each bid SHALL indicate the full business name and

address of the bidder. Bids by partnerships SHALL furnish the full name of all

partners and SHALL be signed by the Managing Partner(s). Bids by corporations

SHALL be followed by the name of the State of Incorporation, and by the

signature and designation of the President, Vice President or Secretary of the

Company so long as same has the authority to bind the company. The name of

each person SHALL also be typed below the signature. All legal entities submitting

bids SHALL have said bid executed by an individual with legal authority to do so.

REGULATIONS

The apparatus SHALL comply with all Federal, State and Local requirements

pertaining to vehicles used as emergency vehicles at the date required for

submittal of the bid proposal unless changed by these specifications.


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The delivered apparatus shall have a certified GVWR weight sticker applied to the

vehicle upon delivery to assure the apparatus meets all requirements pertaining

to the weight carrying capacity of the vehicle.

BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

Bidders SHALL have in operation a parts and service facility adequate for actively

engaging in performance of services specified herein.

Bidders SHALL have previous performance under municipal contract or contracts

of sufficient and comparable size with other customers.

Bidders SHALL submit with their bid a list of a minimum of 50 vehicles similar to

this bid that they have previously manufactured. The complete list of 50 SHALLinclude the current names, addresses and telephone numbers of the purchasers.

Upon request by Purchaser and assuming same is not deemed confidential

information.

Bidders SHALL employ qualified personnel to render prompt, efficient and quality

service. A certified and notarized statement of financial condition, audited

financial statements and/or current Dunn and Bradstreet rating may be required

prior to contract signing.

Bidders SHALL have been in operations for a minimum of twenty (20) years in the

manufacturing and/or remanufacture of fire apparatus.

An inspection of bidders manufacturing facility and local repair facility may be

required prior to the award of the bid, at which time additional information could

be requested to verify the bidders responsibility.

The Bidder SHALL identify the location of the manufacturing and repair facilities.

INSURANCE

Bidders SHALL furnish with the bid a certificate of insurance for general liability in

the amount of $1,000,000 combined with each occurrence with $24,000,000

excess liability, $25,000,000 aggregate. Insurance policies SHALL be maintained


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for the life of the contract and shall provide a five (5) business days written

notice before cancellation.

Life of contract shall be from the date of acceptance by the purchaser and bidder

and SHALL end with the delivery, acceptance by the purchaser and all correctionsmade by the manufacturer of defects or deficiencies found within one (1) month of

delivery.

EXCEPTIONS, VARIATIONS OR CLARIFICATIONS

All bidders SHALL place an X in the appropriate space provided after each

section of the specifications, indicating compliance or non-compliance with the

section of the specifications.

Exceptions: A bidder SHALL inset a number next to that section which relates to

the exception.

Any exception SHALL be clearly defined with details as to the proposed alternative

referencing the manufacturing and model number where appropriate. A general

exception cannot be taken for any paragraph. A detailed WRITTEN COMPARISON

SHALL BE included within the bid for any exception listed. Each exception shall be

considered by the degree of impact and total effect on the bid. Proposals taking

total exception to the bid specification SHALL not be consider by the Purchaser.

The Purchaser SHALL determine which (if any) exceptions are acceptable and this

determination is final.

The purchaser SHALL evaluate all bids received for all variations and exceptions to

these specifications, no matter how slight. If variations are found that are not

listed as an exception, it may be considered that the bid is non-compliant and

may be rejected.

Should the apparatus not comply with all requirements of this document, the

apparatus SHALL be rejected when delivered. All apparatus SHALL be inspected

for material, workmanship and compliance with specifications prior to

acceptance. All items found to be non-compliant SHALL be identified, and the

Purchaser reserves the right to accept or reject those specific items. The non-


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compliant rejected items SHALL be replaced or reworked to meet the

requirements of this document at no additional cost to the purchaser.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

The apparatus SHALL be of the latest type and construction with due

consideration to symmetrical proportion, the distribution of weight and the

nature of the load to be carried, and general character of the service to which the

apparatus shall be subjected when placed in service. The apparatus and all major

components SHALL be manufactured in the United States of America. NO

EXCEPTIONS.

The importance of public safety associated with all firefighting vehicles requires

that this vehicle meet or exceed the specifications set forth herein. The minimum

level of quality and design detailed in these specifications are required to meet

the minimum of 25 year life expectancy of this apparatus.

To extend the expected service life of the vehicle, the body module(s) shall be

separate and removable from the chassis frame and be able to be reinstalled on a

new chassis. The sheet metal material and gauge throughout the specifications

are considered minimum. Since such materials are available to all manufacturers,

exceptions to same shall not be accepted. Substitutions of lighter gauge materialshall not be acceptable.

All parts not specifically mentioned herein, but which are necessary in order to

finish a complete fire apparatus, shall be furnished and shall conform to the best

practices known to the fire apparatus industry. All items furnished shall be new

and unused.

Details of design, construction and the sizes and weights of the different parts are

left to the discretion of the manufacturer unless specified or shown.

The workmanship shall be of the highest quality in the respective field. Special

consideration shall be given to accessibility of the various components, required

periodic maintenance operations, ease of operation, and symmetrical

proportioning of overall apparatus. Because this project requires the integration


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of the new custom fabricated components and related accessories to a new cab,

chassis and necessary components into a fully integrated and complete

apparatus.

Welding shall not be employed in the assembly of the apparatus in a manner thatshall prevent the removal of a major component part(s) for service and/or repair.

Construction shall be rugged and ample safety factors shall be provided to carry

loads as specified to meet the road requirements and speed considerations.

LIABILITY

The Bidder, if their bid is accepted shall indemnify, defend and hold Purchaser

harmless from and against any and all suits, costs, expenses, action, or liabilityand assume all liability for any and all claims made against the Purchaser or any

officials or agents for the use of any patents, process, device or article forming

any part of the apparatus product liability or any appliance, part or equipment

furnished under contract.

TAXES

The bid shall not include any Local, State or Federal taxes. The Purchaser shall not

be liable for any State of Federal mandated tax or program after the sale of this

apparatus.

BID PRICE

The bid price shall be F.O.B. to the purchasers Fire Station (1741 Western

Avenue, Albany, New York 12203). The price bid by the bidder shall be good for

one hundred and twenty days (120)from the date of the bid opening.

WITHDRAWL OF BID

Bids may be withdrawn by certified mail, or e-mail prior to the time fixed for bid

opening. Negligence on the part of the bidder in preparing the bid confers no

right for withdrawal of the bid after it has been opened. Bids may only be

withdrawn for a unilateral mistake pursuant to New York General Municipal Law


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Section 103. No bidder may withdraw their bid after the time set for the opening

thereof.

DELIVERY

The maximum number of calendar days to complete and deliver the apparatus

shall not exceed 365 days after the signing of a contract. The manufacturer shall

state the number of calendar days required to complete and deliver the

apparatus after the award of the contract. The Manufacturer shall not be held

liable for delays caused by accidents, strikes or natural disasters, provided

however that the Manufacturer notifies the Purchasers representative in writing,

of the occurrence of any delay, such notification to be by certified mail and

provided within five (5) business days of such occurrence. Verbal notification ISNOT acceptable.

To insure proper break-in of all components while still under warranty, the

apparatus SHALL be delivered over the road under its own power. Rail and/or

truck freight is not acceptable. The apparatus shall be suitably protected against

damage from road debris while in transit. The apparatus may not be shown or put

into any shows without express written permission of the Purchaser.

INFORMATION REQUIRED AT DELIVERY

At the time of Delivery, Two (2) hard copies plus two (2) CDs of the following

SHALL be provided to the Purchaser

1) complete operation and maintenance manuals, covering the complete

apparatus, including but not limited to chassis manual, lubrication charts, and fire

equipment service information as supplied by brand name components

supplier(s) of all equipment supplied by these specifications.

2) Engine manufacturers current brake horsepower curve, showing the maximum

no-load governed engine RPM.

3) Manufacturers record of apparatus construction details including actual

vehicle weights.


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DRAWINGS

To assure the Purchaser that the bidder fully understands the scope of the work

to be performed and is familiar with the project, a set of engineered drawings

shall be included with the bid. The purpose of these drawings is to assist thePurchaser in evaluation and comparison of all bids received in compliance with

the specifications. Shop sketches of similar sales drawings shall not be acceptable.

There shall be NO EXCEPTIONS to this requirement. Omission of drawings shall be

cause for bid rejection.

The drawings SHALL depict the proposed apparatus and SHALL show the Front,

Left side, Right side, Rear, Top Exterior and cab interior views of the proposed

apparatus and SHALL show all principal dimensions. The drawings SHALL show thelocations of hardware, lights, reels and accessories. The drawings SHALL be

prepared by the manufacturer using a CAD system to insure accuracy. Before

construction begins, drawings SHALL be received and approved by an authorized

representative of the Purchaser. Items shown on the drawings that have been

accepted by the Purchaser but not in the specifications will be considered as part

of the specifications.

MATERIALS

The materials specifications herein shall be considered an absolute minimum.

Because all raw materials of the specified type and gauges are available to all

manufacturers, exceptions will not be taken or permitted. Since all custom

manufacturers have the ability to shear, break, bend and weld as these

specifications require, all basic designs specifications stated herein shall be met.

CERTIFICATIONS

The proposed apparatus shall meet or exceed (i) all applicable requirements of

the latest editions of the NFPA standards (unless changes are required by these

specifications); (ii) Underwriters laboratories Inc. and (iii) all State and Federal

regulations in effect at the date required for submittal of the bid proposal.


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Parts and service shall be available for a minimum of twenty-five (25) years after

delivery and acceptance of the apparatus.

The apparatus proposed shall not be a prototype unit and is an established model

and design.

All out of state bidders SHALL provide a certificate of Authority to conduct

business in the State of New York in accordance with Municipal Law and section

1301 of the Business Corporation Law.

The bonding company shall be licensed to do business in the State of New York

and shall be treasury listed underwriting all bonds which may be reasonably

requested by the Purchaser (see Surety Requirements below)

Should Purchaser accept bidders bid, nothing herein shall obligate Purchaser to

purchase the apparatus.

By Submission of their bid each bidder agrees to accept the decision of the

Purchaser without recourse and prejudice.

SERVICE CENTER REQUIREMENTS

In order to provide efficient service and support during the life of the apparatus, it

will be required that the successful bidder and/or authorized manufacturers

representative shall own and maintain a full service, parts and repair facility in a

location not more than one hundred(100) milesfrom the end user.

The manufacturers representative repair facility must be a full time operation.

Mobile service trucks shall be available in addition to the above facility. The

bidders service center must providea twenty-four (24) hour emergency call

number and must provide seven (7) days a week emergency repair service.

The service facility must be licensed by the State of New York Department of

Motor Vehicles as a Repair Shop. A copy of this license must be included in the

bid package.


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NEW YORK STATE REGISTERED DEALER

The successful bidder must be registered new vehicle dealer with the State of

New York and must supply at the time of delivery all New York State required

paperwork, forms etc. for submission to the State of New York to obtain title forthe new vehicle. The dealer will supply their New York State dealers license

number with the bid package along with a copy of their New York State license

certificate.

State the location of the closest authorized and qualified service center meeting

the above requirements below.

Name: ___________________________________________________________

Street: ___________________________________________________________

City: ___________________ State: ____________________ Zip Code: _______

Contact: _______________________________ Phone: ( )________________

PAYMENT TERMS

Payment for the completed apparatus shall be made in full upon final inspection

and acceptance. A ten (10) percent retainer will be withheld until all defects and

discrepancies have been corrected.

Bidders are requested to submit a payment plan partial payments as the

apparatus is being manufactured.

SURETY REQUIREMENTS

A bid bond in the amount of ten (10) percent of the bid shall be furnished with

each bidder(s) proposal. A letter of credit shall not be acceptable in lieu of a bond.A performance bond in the amount of one hundred (100%) percent of the total

contract shall be furnished by the successful bidder, within ten (10) business days

after signing of a contract. The performance bond must be signed by an

authorized corporate officer of the manufacturer. A performance bond furnished

by a local sales representative shall result in cancellation of the bid award and


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rejection of the bid. The surety shall not be liable for any maintenance, warranty,

or guarantee period in excess of one (1) year.

The bond company shall have an A. M. Best company of B+ or better to qualify

as a valid bid or performance bond.

If the bidder to whom the contract is awarded refuses or neglects to execute, or

fails to furnish the required one hundred (100%) percent performance bond

within ten (10) business days after signing of the contract the Bidders deposit

may be forfeited and shall be retained by the Purchaser as liquidated damages.

No plea of mistake in such accepted bid shall be available to the bidder for the

recovery of their deposit or as a defense to any action based upon such accepted

bid.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING(S)

A pre-construction conference(s) shall be held after the award and prior to actual

construction of the proposed apparatus. The purpose of the conference(s) is to

assure complete understanding of the Purchasers advertised specifications and

the Bidders proposal specifications.The pre-construction meeting will be held at

the manufacturers factory and/or office, with a minimum of at least the sales

representative of the manufacturer, project manager, engineering department,

representatives from the Purchasers apparatus committee, and representative of

the Purchaser. At the pre-construction conference the manufacturer will provide

a list of recommended intervals the Purchaser may want to send a representative

to the factory to look over the work performed up to that point. The Purchaser

will be advised, in writing, a minimum of ten (10) business days prior to the start

of construction. Within this ten (10) day notice, the start the Manufacturer will

send a suggested list of dates for the inspection visits. After the start ofconstruction, every Friday a written description with photographs of the work

performed that week will be sent to the Purchasers representative via e-mail.

The manufacturer will send a date for the final inspection at the mid-point of

construction.


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APPARATUS ORIENTATION

The completed apparatus shall be delivered to the Purchaser with guidelines

provide to firefighting personnel on operation, care, and maintenance of the

apparatus at the Purchasers Fire Station. Upon delivery of the apparatus, themanufacturer shall send a qualified and responsible representative employee of

the manufacturer shall accompany the delivery of the apparatus at the

Purchasers Fire Station. The representative employee shall remain in the

community for a reasonable time, but in no case less than seventy two (72) hours

after the delivery for orientation of the fire department personnel, making normal

adjustments and mounting equipment that is included as part of the proposal,

after Westmere Fire District acceptance.

The apparatus shall be delivered on a Thursday. Friday will be used to inspect the

apparatus, and accept the apparatus. After acceptance on Friday training can

begin on Friday and continue through Sunday by the representative employee.

INSPECTION TRIP(S)

The purchaser will bear all costs for any and all trips. The manufacturer will make

recommendations based on phases of construction as to when these trips might

occur, based on the pre-construction section.

FAMA COMPLIANCE

Manufacturer must be a current member of the Fire Apparatus Manufacturers

Association.

APPARATUS WARRANTY

The Manufacturer shall warranty the apparatus for work performed under thespecifications to be well constructed and of good material and free in material,

workmanship and imperfections under normal firefighting use and service. The

Manufacturers obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or

replacement of any part or parts which may prove defective under normal fire

service use or service within three (3) years of acceptance. Such defective part or


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parts shall be replaced free of charge and without charge for installation to the

Purchaser. This warranty shall not apply to normal maintenance and repair. Brand

name components included with the apparatus or warranty of the component

manufacturer (i.e. representative manufacturer). The apparatus warranty

commences upon acceptance of the delivery of the apparatus.

WARRANTY SECTION

Each bidder shall provide a section in their bid proposal that shall list all

warrantied items and the length of the warranty. All warranties are to commence

upon delivery, final inspection and acceptance by the Westmere Fire District.

TRADE IN QUOTE

There will be no trade in with this quote.

NON-COLLUSIVE BIDDING CERTIFICATION

By submission if this bid, each bidder and each person signing on behalf of any

bidder certifies and in the case of a joint bid each party hereto certifies as to its

own organization, under penalty of perjury, that to the best of its knowledge and

belief:

1) The prices in this bid have been arrived at independently without collusion,consultation, communication, or agreement for the purpose of restricting

competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other bidder

or with any competitor.

2) Unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in thebid have not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and will not

knowingly, be disclosed by the bidder prior to opening, directly or

indirectly, to any bidder or to any competitor and;3) No attempt has been made or will be made by the bidder to induce any

other person, partnership, or corporation to submit a bid for the purpose of

restricting competition.

(SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW)


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Dated: _______________________________

(Legal name of person, firm or corporation)

By: __________________________________________

Title: ________________________________________

(Bidder)

Seal of the Corporation:



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MINIMUM WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS

1) The entire vehicle shall be the responsibility of the successful bidder. Any component other thanthe bidders own is the responsibility of the bidder in regards to settling service and warranty

issues.

2) The manufacturer shall warranty each new apparatus to be free from defects in materials orworkmanship under normal use and service. This warranty shall include the necessary parts and

labor to affect any required repairs during the two (2) year warranty period from the date of

acceptance by the Westmere Fire District.

3) Chassis frame rails and cross members shall be warranted to free from structural defects,cracking or deformation of components for the lifetime of the vehicle.

4) Cab and Body Structure, including the body sub frame shall be warranted against structuraldefects including cracking, deformation of material and corrosion for a period of ten (10) years.

5) Each Bidder shall warranty the aerial device including ladder sections, turntable, outriggers, andsub-frame components against defects in material and workmanship for a period of twenty (20)

years.

6) The finish paint on the cab, body and aerial tower sections (if painted) shall bewarranted against pealing, cracking, fading and adhesion for a period of seven (7)

years, without pro-rating for the entire period

7) Transportation and shipping costs to successfully complete any warranty work on the apparatusshall be the responsibility of the successful manufacturer. Should the apparatus require

warranty work which cannot be completed within the Westmere Fire District the cost for

transportation of the apparatus shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer.

8) Each Manufacturer shall supply specific statements of warranty with their proposal for each ofthese areas and shall note any specific exclusion due to age, mileage or other terms of use.

9) Should the apparatus be out of service for a period of more than seven (7) consecutive daysincluding weekends to perform any warranty service the amount of out of service time will be

added to the term of the warranty for the entire apparatus without penalty to the Westmere

Fire District.

10)Any component warranty that exceeds the requested warranty time period by the Fire Districtshall be provided at no additional cost.

11)Any Warranty work conducted on the apparatus shall be documented with a no cost invoice tothe Westmere Fire District outlining the work conducted and any parts that were repaired

and/or replaced. This documentation shall be supplied within seven (7) working days of any

completed warranty work.



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APPARATUS DIMEMSIONS

Based upon the fire station bay space, structural conditions and street development with in the first due

response area the Westmere Fire District has established the following minimum and maximum

dimensions for the proposed new aerial device:

MINIMUM MAXIMUM

Wheelbase: 240 inches 260 inches

Overall Length: 552 inches 576 inches

Overall Height: 136 inches 140 inches

Overall Width of Body: 96 inches 100 inches

Front Bumper Extension: 14 inches 18 inches

Cab Length: 130 inches 144 inches

Aerial Tower Operating Height: 95 feet 100 feet

Aerial Ladder Vertical Reach: 88 feet 94 feet

Outrigger Spread: 16 feet 18 feet

Outrigger Jack Penetration: 12 inches 18 inches

Platform Capacity: 800 pounds 1000 pounds


CHASSIS

The Chassis shall be manufactured in the factory of the bidder. The chassis shall be designed

and manufactured for heavy duty fire service use with adequate strength and capacity of all

components for the intended load to be sustained and the type of service required.



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BUMPERS

Front Bumper

The vehicle shall be equipped with a one-piece 12 high wrap around bumper made from 10

gauge (0.135 nominal) polished stainless steel for corrosion resistance, strength,and longlasting appearance. It shall be mounted directly to the front frame extensions for maximum

strength. The bumper shall incorporate two (2) stiffening ribs.


Bumper Reinforcement Plate

The bumper shall be mounted to a reinforcement plate constructed of x 10x 70 carbon

steel. Painted the same color and with the same paint as the chassis.


Bumper Extension

The bumper extension shall be approximately 15 from the face of the cab as required.


Bumper Gravel Shield

The extended front bumper gravel shield shall be made of 1/8 (0.125) aluminum tread platematerial as a minimum.


CHASSIS FRAME ASSEMBLY

The chassis frame shall be specifically designed for use on a mid-mount aerial fire apparatus.

The frame shall be designed to handle the weight and stress of the bidders mid-mount aerial

apparatus and designed for continual fire service use.

All the frame pieces shall be painted RED and each piece of the frame shall be painted before

assembly. The Resistance to Moment Bending (RBM) shall be rated for the bidders apparatus

specifications.

The apparatus manufacturer shall supply a full lifetime frame warranty against defects in

materials and/ or workmanship.


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The custom chassis frame shall have a WHEEL ALIGNMENT in order to achievemaximum

vehicle road performance and to promote long tire life. The alignment shall conform to the

manufacturers internal specifications. All wheel lugs nuts and axle U-bolt retainer nuts shall

be tightened to proper torque at the time of alignment. The wheel alignment documentation

shall be supplied at the time of delivery.


AXLES

Each bidder shall provide a complete weight analysis with the proposal indicating the estimated front

and rear axle weights for the loaded vehicle including six (6) personnel, 2500 pounds of Fire District

supplied equipment together with a full tank of fuel and all bidder supplied equipment as outlined in

these specifications. This weight analysis will determine the minimum front and rear axle ratings being

proposed by the bidder. Bids which provide an option for heavier axle ratings will not be considered by

the Fire District.

There shall be no exceptions to this requirement.


Front Axle

The vehicle shall utilize Arvin Meritor drop beam front axle with a rated capacity for the

bidders proposed mid-mount aerial apparatus. The axle shall be hub piloted, 10 stud,

furnished with oil seals and come complete with assist cylinder, hoses and mounting brackets

A 2 year/ unlimited miles part and labor axle warranty shall be provided as a standard by Arvin

Meritor Automotive.


Shock Absorbers Front

Koni Brand shock absorbers sized for the bidders apparatus shall be provided for the front

axle. The shock absorbers shall be three way adjustable.

The shocks shall be covered by the manufacturers standard warranty.



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REAR AXLES

The vehicle shall utilize an Arvin Meritor rear tandem axle with single reduction hypoid

gearing. The axle shall be sized for the bidders apparatus. The axles shall be hub piloted, 10

studs furnished with oil seals.

A 2 year/ unlimited miles parts labor rear axle shall be provided as standard by Arvin Meritor

Automotive.


Inter-Axle differential Lock

A Rockwell driver controlled main differential lock shall be supplied. An activation switch shall

be provided on the drivers dash. It reduces wheel spin-outs by transferring power from the

slipping wheel to the wheel with traction.

When used in a tandem axle application, the DCDL will be installed on the rear/rear axle only.


SUSPENSIONS

Front suspension

The front suspension shall be variable or parabolic tapered minimum 54 long (flat) and 4

wide. They shall be long life and maintenance free. A minimum of three (3) leafs are required.The front suspension shall be sized and rated for the bidders apparatus.


Rear Suspension

The rear suspension shall be sized and rated for the bidders apparatus. A Raydan

manufacturing air Link system or a Ridewell Dynalastic rear suspension are acceptable. Air ride

is the preferred system. Heavy duty shocks shall be used to help reduce tire hops and improve

stopping. Torque rods shall be used.



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STEERING

A heavy duty power steering unit shall be provided; this should be used in conjunction with a

power assist cylinder. The system shall operate mechanically should the hydraulic system fail.

Steering column shall have six-position tilt and 2 telescopic adjustment.

The apparatus shall have minimum cramp angle of 38 degrees, apparatus with cramp angles

of 43 or 45 degrees are preferred. Each bidder shall supply a turning radius report with their

proposal to show the inside and outside turning radius as well as the curb to curb turning

radius of the vehicle being proposed.


TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR

An electronic tire pressure monitoring system shall be provided. The system shall be on all ten

(10) tires.

A remote display shall be provided with the system. The remote shall display both tire

pressure and temperature for each tire and shall be located in the cab. TPM Location to be

determined at the pre-build conference.


TIRES

The wheels and tires shall conform to the Tire and Rim Association requirements.

All tires shall have valves stem assessable for checking tire pressure and filling of tires.


Front Tires

The front tires shall be either two (2) Goodyear or Michelin tires. The tires shall have highway

tread. The tires shall be sized and load range rated for the bidders apparatus.



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RearTires

The rear tires shall be eight (8) either Goodyear or Michelin tires. All ten (10) tires shall be

made by the same manufacturer. The eight (8) rear tires shall have Mud and Snow tread,

tubeless type. Tires shall be sized and load range rated for the bidders apparatus.


WHEEL OPTIONS

Front Wheels

The apparatus shall have (2) polished (on outer wheel surface only) Alcoa aluminum disc

wheels. They shall be forged from one-piece corrosion-resistantaluminum alloy and sized for

the tires and axle capacities of the bidders apparatus.


Front Wheel Trim Package

The front wheels shall have stainless steel lug nut covers. The front axle shall be covered with

an American made brand mirror finish, 304L grade, non-corrosive stainless steel universal

baby moon.

All stainless steel baby moons shall carry a lifetime warranty plus a 2 year re-buffing policy.

There shall be two (2) baby moons and twenty (20) lug nut covers.


Rear Wheels

The apparatus shall have eight (8) polished (on outer wheel surface only) Alcoa aluminum disc

wheels. They shall be forged from one-piece corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy and sized for

the tires and axle capacities of the bidders apparatus.


Rear Wheel Trim package, Tandem Axle

The rear wheels shall have stainless steel lug nut covers. The rear axle shall be covered with

American made mirror finish, 304L grade, non-corrosive stainless steel, spring clip band high

hats, DOT user friendly. All stainless steel high hats shall carry a lifetime warranty and a 2 year

re-buffing policy. There shall be four (4) high hats and forty (40) lug nut covers.


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Extra Lug Nut Covers

The apparatus shall be delivered with four (4) extra lug nut covers matching those provided on

the apparatus.


Mud Flaps

The apparatus shall have hard rubber mud flaps both front and rear. There shall be NO logos

on the mud flaps.


TOW EYES

Front Tow Hooks

There shall be two (2) front tow hooks with 3 diameter eyes chrome plated attached directly

to the chassis frame.


Rear Tow Eyes

There shall be two (2) rear tow eyes with 3 diameter holes attached directly to the chassis

frame rail and shall be chromate acid etched for superior corrosion resistance and painted to

match the chassis.


BRAKE SYSTEM

Front Brakes

The front axle shall have disc brakes sized for the bidders apparatus. Arvin Meritor DiscPlus is

the preferred brand.

The brakes shall be covered by the manufacturers standard warrant which is three (3) years,

unlimited mileage and parts only.


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Rear Brakes

The rear axles shall be equipped with S-cam brakes with cast brake drums. The rear axle

brakes shall be furnished with automatic slack adjusters. Apparatus manufacturer may use

Disc brakes on the rear. Arvin Meritor is the preferred manufacturer. The brakes shall be sized

for the bidders apparatus.

A three (3) year/unlimited miles and three (3) year labor rear brake warranty shall be provided

by the manufacturer. The warranty shall include bushings, seals and cams.


Brake System

The apparatus shall be equipped with air operated brakes. The system shall meet or exceed

the design and performance requirements of current FMVSS-121 and test requirements of

current NFPA 1901 standards.

Each wheel shall have a separate brake chamber. A dual treadle valve shall split the braking

power between the front and rear systems.

The air system shall be provided with a rapid build-up feature, designed to meet current NFPA

1901 requirements. The apparatus shall not be required to have a separate on board electrical

air compressor or shoreline hookup to meet this requirement.

Six (6) supply tanks shall be provided. One (1) air reservoir shall serve as a wet tank, with an

automatic drain valve installed. A minimum of one (1) tank shall be supplied for each of the

front and rear axles. The total air system shall carry a sufficient volume of air to comply with

FMVSS-121. The bidder shall size the tanks for their apparatus. All other air tanks shall have a

manual drain valve.

Two (2) air pressure needle gauges, for air brake pressure, with warning light and buzzer shall

be installed at the drivers instrument panel.

Accessories plumbed from the air system shall go through a pressure protection valve and to a

manifold so the if any of the accessories fail they shall not interfere with the air brake system.

All air reservoirs shall be attached to the frame with stainless steel clamps and hardware. Each

air reservoir shall be provided with a stainless steel pull cable extended to the side of the body

to permit personnel to drain the air tanks from a single location.


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AIR BRAKING ABS SYSTEM

A Wabco ABS system shall be provided to improve vehicle stability and control by reducing

wheel lock up during braking. This braking system shall be fitted to axles and all electrical

connections shall be environmental

The system shall constantly monitor wheel behavior during braking. Sensors on each wheel

transmit wheel speed data to an electronic processor, which shall sense approaching wheel

lock and instantly modulate brake pressure up to 5 times per second to prevent wheel lock

up. Each wheel shall be individually controlled. To improve field performance, the system shall

be equipped with a dual circuit design. The system circuits shall be configured in a diagonal

pattern. Should a malfunction occur, that circuit shall revert to normal braking action. A

warning light at the drivers instrument panel shall indicate malfunction to the operator.

The system shall consist of a sensor clip, sensor, electronic control unit and solenoid control

valve. The sensor clip shall hold the sensor in close proximity to the tooth wheel. An inductive

sensor consisting of a permanent magnet with a round pole pin and coil shall produce an

alternating current with a frequency proportional to wheel speed. The unit shall be sealed,

corrosion resistant and protected from electro-magnetic interference. The electronic control

unit shall monitor the speed of each wheel sensor and microcomputer shall evaluate in

milliseconds wheel slip. A deviation shall be corrected by cyclical brake application and

release. If a malfunction occurs, the circuit shall signal the operator and the malfunctioning

half of the system shall shut down. The system is installed in a diagonal pattern for side to side

control. The system shall ensure that each wheel is braked in optimum efficiency up to five (5)

times a second.

The system shall also interface with the application of the auxiliary engine, exhaust or

driveline brakes to prevent wheel lock.

To improve trouble shooting the system, provisions in the system for an optional diagnostic

tester shall be provided. The system shall test itself each time the vehicle is started and a dash

mounted light shall go out once the vehicle is moving above 4 MPH.

A 3 year/300,000 mile parts and labor anti-locking brake system (ABS) warranty shall be

provided as standard.



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Air Compressor

The air compressor shall be a minimum 18.7 CFM engine driven Wabco.


Automatic Slip Response

The anti-locking braking system shall be provided with six (6) sensors. The system shall be

supplied with Automatic Slip Response (ASR). The ASR controls slip under acceleration.


ASR Switch

An on/off switch for the automatic Slip Resistance shall be provided on the dash. This shall

allow the driver to override the computer and turn the ASR on when at a higher speed for

better traction in deep snow or mud.


Electronic Stability Control

The apparatus shall have an Electronic Stability Control System.


Parking Brake

A four wheel parking brake system shall be provided. The parking brake control shall be on the

dash panel within easy reach of the driver.


Air Dryer

The Chassis air system shall be equipped with an air dryer to remove moisture from the air in

order to help prevent the air lines from freezing in cold weather and prolong the life of the

braking system components. The air dryer shall be properly sized for the bidders apparatus.



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AirInlet

A 1/4 brass quick release air inlet with a male connection shall be provided. The inlet shall

allow a shoreline air hose to be connected to the vehicle, discharging air directly into the wet

tank of the air brake system. It shall be located driver door jamb.


Isolated Air Reservoir

The system shall have an additional minimum 1738 cu. In. isolated reservoir. The supply side

of the reservoir shall be equipped with a check valve and an 85 PSI pressure protective valve.

Specified options shall be plumbed to the isolated air tank.


Auxiliary Air Tank Plumbing

The auxiliary air tank shall be plumbed to the following optional accessories, if equipped:

Chassis air horns, brake system air outlet, air reel, light tower, and or customer/dealer

supplied pneumatic add-on(s).


Air Lines

Air brake lines shall be constructed of color coded nylon tubing routed in a manner to protect

them from damage. Brass fittings shall be provided.


AIR HORNS

Two (2) Grover 2040 Stuttertone rectangular, chrome plated, air horns shall be recessed

mounted, one (1) each side behind the perforated grille of the bumper. A floor mounted

switch for the air horns shall also be provided on the offices side.

A pressure protection valve shall be installed to prevent the air brake system from being

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ENGINES AND TRANSMISSIONS

Transmission Selector

An Allison Touch Pad shift selector shall be mounted to the right of the driver on the engine

cover accessible to the driver. The shift position indicator shall be indirectly lit for after darkoperation. A transmission temperature gauge with warning light and buzzer shall be installed

on the cab instrument panel.


Vehicle Speed

The maximum speed shall be limited to 60 MPH as required by NFPA 1901. The preferred

method of controlling maximum speed is electronically.


ENGINE/TRANSMISSION PACKAGE

ENGINE

The apparatus shall be a Cummins Diesel ISX 12

500 Horsepower,

Six (6) cylinders,

Variable Geometry Turbocharged.

Charged air cooled (CAC) 4-cycle diesel

Cummins XPI high pressure fuel injection system

Fuel Cooler (when equipped with a fire pump)

729 cu. In. displacement

500 gross BHP at 1800 RPM and a peak torque of 1645 lb. ft. at 1200 rpm.

The engine shall meet all 2009 NFPA 1901 standards and shall meet all 2013 EPA emission

standards.

The Cummins diesel ISX model shall be sized to the bidders apparatus requirements.


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Starter

A 12 volt starter shall be provided, controlled by a switch on the drivers side cab dash.


Transmission

The apparatus shall utilize a Generation IV Allison EVS 4000 five (5) or six (6) speed automatic

transmission. If a six (6) speed transmission is used it shall be programmed five (5) speed, sixth

gear locked out, for fire apparatus vocation, in concert with the specified engine.

A transmission oil temperature gauge with warning light and buzzer shall be installed on the

cab instrument panel to warn the driver of high oil temperatures that may damage thetransmission. A diagnostic reader port connection shall also be provided. The dipstick handle

is to be dipped in a rubber coating for ease in checking oil level when hot.

The transmission shall be equipped with a fluid level sensor (FLS) system, providing direct

feedback of transmission oil level information to the operator.

The transmission shall use a TranSynd Synthetic transmission fluid or approved equal meeting

the Allison specification.

The apparatus transmission shall be equipped with a liquid-to-liquid remote mounted

transmission cooler, to ensure proper cooling of the transmission when the vehicle is

stationary (no air flow).

The transmission shall contain two (2) engine driven PTO openings. The automatic

transmission shall be equipped with a power lock up device. The transmission lock up shall

prevent down shifting of the transmission when engine speed is decreased during pump

operations, thereby maintaining a constant gear ratio. Transmission lock up shall be

automatically activated when placing pump in gear. The transmission lock up shall be

automatically deactivated when disengaging pump for normal road operation.

A 5-year unlimited miles parts and labor warranty shall be provided by the transmission

manufacturer.

The Transmission should be provided with an aggressive downshift provisions.

Ratings: Max Input (HP) 600


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Max input (Torque) 1850 (lb ft)

Max turbine (Torque) 2600 (lb ft)

The gear ratios shall be as follows:

1st- 3.51:1

2nd

- 1.91:1

3rd

- 1.43:1

4th

- 1.00:1

5th

- 0.74:1

Reverse 4.80:1 or 5.00:1


Transmission Cooler

The cooling system shall include a liquid to liquid transmission cooler capable of cooling the

heat generated from the transmission. When a transmission retarder is selected, the cooler

shall have an increased capacity to handle the additional heat load.


SECONDARY BRAKING

Jacobs Engine Brake

One (1) Jacobs Engine Brake shall be installed to assist in slowing and controlling the vehicle as

required by NFPA 1901 for vehicles with gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR) of 36,000

pounds. or greater. An on-off control switch and a high-medium-low selector switch shall be

mounted in the cab accessible to the driver.

When activated, the Jacobs engine brake shall cut off the flow of fuel to the cylinders and

alter the timing of the exhaust valves. This shall transform the engine into a high-pressure air

compressor, driven by the wheels, and the horsepower absorbed by the engine in this mode

shall slow the apparatus. The selector switch allows the driver to select the amount of

retarding power.


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When the on-off switch is in the on position, the engine brake shall be automatically applied

whenever the accelerator is in the idle position and the automatic transmission is in the lock-

up mode. If the accelerator is depressed or the on-off switch is in the off position, the

engine brake shall immediately release and allow the engine to return to its normal function.

When the on-off switch is in the on position and the engine brake is automatically applied

the apparatus stop light shall come on and a message light shall come on, on the instrument

panel.


ENGINE COOLING PACKAGE

Cooling System

The cooling system shall be designed to keep the engine properly cooled under all conditionsof road and pumping operations. The cooling system shall be designed and tested to meet or

exceed the engine and transmission manufacturers requirements, and EPA regulations.

The complete cooling system shall be mounted in a manner to isolate the system from

vibration and stress. The individual cores shall be mounted in a manner to allow expansion

and contraction at various rates without inducing stress to the adjoining core(s).

The cooling system shall comprise of a charge air cooler to radiator package that provides the

maximum cooling capacity for the specified engine as well as serviceability. The main

components shall include a surge tank, a charge air cooler, bolted to the top of the radiator tomaximize cooling, recirculation shields, a shroud, a fan and required tubing. All components

shall consist of an individually sealed system.


Grille

The front of the cab shall be equipped with a stainless steel grille with sufficient area to allow

proper airflow into the cooling system and engine compartment.


Radiator

The radiator shall be a design and size to meet or exceed the engine and transmission

manufacturers requirements. The radiator shall be constructed entirely of aluminum.


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There shall be a drain valve (cock) at the lowest point of the aluminum cooling system, to

maximize draining of the system. A system sight glass shall be included for quick fluid level

assessment.


Silicone Hoses

All radiator and heater hoses shall be silicone. All radiator hose clamps shall be either spring

loaded stainless steel constant torque hose clamps or pressure compensating band clamps, on

all hoses diameter and larger. All radiator hoses shall be routed, loomed and secured so as

to provide maximum protection from chafing, crushing or contact with other moving parts.

Recirculation shields shall be installed where required to prevent heated air from reentering

the cooling package and affecting performance.


Coolant

The cooling system shall be filled with a 50/50 mix. The coolant makeup shall contain water

and antifreeze/coolant to prevent the coolant from freezing to a temperature of minus 40 ( -

40) degrees F.


Surge Tank (coolant recovery)

The cooling system shall be equipped with an aluminum surge tank. The surge tank shall

house a low coolant probe and sight glass to monitor the coolant level. Low coolant shall be

alarmed with the check engine light. The surge tank shall be equipped with a dual seal cap

that meets the engine manufacturers pressure requirements, and system design

requirements.

The tank shall allow for expansion and to remove entrained air from the system. There shall

also be an extended fill neck to prevent system overfill and encroachment of expansion airspace. Baffling shall be installed in the tank to prevent agitated coolant from being drawn into

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Charge Air Cooler System

The system shall include a charge air cooler system to ensure adequate cooling of the

turbocharged air for proper engine operation and maximum performance.


Charge Air Cooler Hoses

Charge air cooler hoses shall be made from high-temperature, wire-reinforced silicone to

withstand the extremely high temperatures and pressures of the turbocharged air. The hoses

shall incorporate a flexible hump section to allow motion and misalignment of the engine

relative to the charge air cooler. Charge air cooler hose clamps shall be a heavy-duty, constant

torque, t-bolt clamps to ensure proper sealing under all temperatures in order to keep dust

and other contaminants out of the engine intake air stream and protect the engine.


Fan and Shroud

The fan shall be the proper size for the bidders apparatus cooling system. The fan shall be an

eleven (11) blade for maximum airflow and dynamic balance. It shall be made of either nylon

or composite material for strength and corrosion resistance. The fan shall be installed with

Grade 8 hardware which has been treated with thread lock sealant for additional security.

A fan shroud and recirculation shield system shall be used to ensure air that has passedthrough the radiator in not drawn through again.


Fan Clutch

A fan clutch shall be provided that shall allow the cooling fan to ope

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