Rescue Vehicle Specifications
RESCUE VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 1.0 – CHASSIS AND COMPONENTS
CHASSIS MAKE: The apparatus shall be mounted on a commercially available cab and chassis manufactured by Ford Motor Company and shall be a 2018 model year.
CHASSIS MODEL: The ambulance module shall be mounted on a new, untitled Ford F-550 Super Duty, 4-wheel drive with Shift-On-The-Fly.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating shall be 19,000 lbs.
WHEEL BASE: The wheel base shall be approximately 165” with a cab to axle of 84“. The wheel base shall be factory supplied by the O.E.M. Modified wheel bases made from chassis with shorter or longer wheel bases in not acceptable.
ENGINE: A 6.7L Power Stroke® V-8 diesel engine shall be provided. The engine shall provide 300 HP and 660 lb.-ft. torque.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER: A 750 Watt 120-volt AC Engine Block Heater package shall be included on the chassis. After-market systems will not be acceptable.
TRANSMISSION: A TorqShift® Automatic SelectShift® 6-speed transmission with overdrive shall be provided
CAB INTERIOR COLOR: The color of the cab interior shall be gray. All conversion manufacturer’s added consoles and device shall be pleasing in color with the interior color provided by the O.E.M.
CAB SEATS: O.E.M. high back, velour covered bucket type seats shall be provided in the cab. The seats adjust forward and aft as well as recline. Seat base must be O.E.M.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM: The front, forward facing cab seats shall be equipped with O.E.M. installed three-point seat belts. The seat belts shall have pre-tensioners built in to the seatbelt assembly to take up belt slack during a violent frontal collision. The seat belt assemblies shall meet or exceed F.M.V.S.S. 208 and 209. The inside conversion panels shall not interfere with the swivel arc of the shoulder ring.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: An O.E.M. air bag shall be installed on the driver and passenger side.
TRIM PACKAGE: XLT Trim Level to be furnished. The package shall include high quality chrome like bright work on the grille face. Chrome plated steel bumper(s) shall also be supplied by the O.E.M. Argent or painted bumpers are not acceptable.
CAB FLOOR COVERING: The cab floor shall be covered with an O.E.M. black rubber mat.
BRAKES: 4-Wheel anti-lock, power assisted hydraulic brakes shall be supplied by the O.E.M. The brakes shall be 4-wheel Disc type with Dual piston calipers and front and rear vented discs.
TILT STEERING WHEEL: The steering wheel shall be tilt adjustable. An easy to operate, column mounted pull to adjust lever shall lock the steering wheel angle position.
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DOOR LOCKS: The chassis shall have O.E.M. power door locks. There shall be a remote O.E.M. key fob included with the package.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS: Daytime running lights option No 942 shall be supplied and installed by the O.E.M. Both headlights shall come on with the ignition switch.
WHEEL/RIM APPEARANCE: All four outside chassis wheels shall be 19.5” forged, polished aluminum with bright hub covers/center ornaments.
SHOCK ABSORBERS: The chassis shall be equipped with one shock absorber for each side of each axle. An O.E.M. selected one and the eights (1-3/8”) inch gas type shock shall control vehicle spring oscillation and dampen road related jounce and harshness.
FUEL TANK: The fuel capacity shall be at least 40 US gallons. The fuel range shall be at least 250 miles per current KKK-A-12822F.
REAR AXLE TYPE AND RATIO: The rear axle shall be a wide-track. Axle ratio shall be 4.10 limited slip.
SPARE TIRE STORAGE LOCATION: The spare tire and wheel assembly will not be carried on the units. The spare tire and the related tools, if supplied by the O.E., shall be shipped loose with the completed vehicle.
TIRES: All tires shall be identical make, thread type, size and load range. The tires shall be LT225/70R19.5G BSW All Season radial. (Includes Spare).
TIRE VALVE EXTENDERS: One pair of tire valve extenders shall be supplied and installed for each inside rear wheel. The tire valve extenders shall permit the user to check tire pressure and fill the inside rear tires without removing the outer tire. The extenders shall have a braided stainless steel outer jacket to resist abrasions and cuts. The filler end shall be supported by a valve bracket.
AMBULANCE PREPARATION PACKAGE: The chassis shall have a 47J Ambulance Prep Package. This package shall include the following:
• Dual Heavy-Duty Alternators, 157-amp plug 200-amp. • 7,000 lbs. maximum front GAWR. • Wide-Track rear axle • Operator Commanded Regeneration (OCR) • EPA Special Emergency Vehicle Emissions
CAB STEREO: An O.E.M. AM/FM/CD in dash radio and two cab door speakers shall be included with the chassis.
OEM REAR VIEW CAMERA: The chassis shall be ordered with the OEM rear view camera and prep kit. Kit to include a loose camera, which shall be installed by the Contractor, wiring bundle, electrochromic mirror with video display.
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SIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS: Dual O.E.M. Mirrors with heated and power adjusted mirror glass and manually telescoping mirror heads shall be mounted to the forward, lower corner of the cab door window. Both mirrors shall feature a bi-directional break-away function to permit folding the mirror heads against body in close quarters. Additionally, convex mirrors shall be provided below each flat glass area on both sides to minimize blind spots.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
RUNNING BOARDS
The running boards shall be finished with bright aluminum diamond plate with Grip Strut inserts (NO EXCEPTIONS), as required, and include nonmetallic spacers to prevent trapping of dirt and water between the running boards and the body cab.
Design of the running boards shall incorporate a splash shield to protect the front of the modular body from the wheel wash.
Running boards shall be reinforced and braced to handle without flexing. Running board installation to conform to chassis manufacturer’s recommendation.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
REAR SUSPENSION KNEELING FEATURE WITH OVERRIDE SWITCH
A Liquid Spring brand Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension System "CLASS" rear suspension shall be installed in lieu of the standard rear O.E.M. Single stage leaf springs. The CLASS suspension shall be rated at 12,000 pounds and installed per LiquidSpring Suspension Installation instructions and Drawings. The suspension design shall be tested in accordance with FMVSS/CMVSS 105 and have been evaluated for durability for 5-year and 150,000 miles at an Altoona type testing facility. All guidelines regarding chassis and axle capacity ratings as published by Ford Motor Company shall be adhered to.
• MECHANICAL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS: The control arms shall be connected to a replacement front hanger and rear axle clamp mount that features the control arm pivot points. The control arm connection points shall be at an angle to each other to provide roll stability and eliminate front suspension over/under steer. Both struts shall incorporate dampening valves to eliminate the need for OEM rear shocks. The designed ride height shall maintain original suspension's drive-line geometry.
• TRACKING BAR: The suspension shall utilize a lateral control rod (tracking bar) to maintain side to side axle position related to the chassis frame. Wear shoes mounted to the sides of the frame rails are not acceptable.
• FLUID HOSE: All fluid hoses shall be properly rated for the pressures to be used in the system. The entire assembly shall be tested for fluid leaks at every fitting connection point.
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• MECHANICAL QUALITY ASSURANCE: All fasteners related to the suspension assembly are considered critical. All fasteners shall be tightened to the manufacturer’s recommended torque by the primary installation mechanic. A secondary mechanic shall "put a wrench" and re-torque ALL of the fasteners and then spray a contrasting color of paint onto the heads and nuts of each fastener.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
MUD FLAPS
There shall be provided a set of heavy duty rear mud flaps. The flaps shall be made of thick rubber material and shall be as wide as the dual rear wheels.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
There shall be an engine block heater wired to the shoreline. In addition, there will be lighted switch outlet in the driver’s cab to allow the attendant to turn it ON/OFF. The switch shall be located behind the driver’s seat with label indicating “ON/OFF”.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
HEAT SHIELD
To further insulate and protect the crew compartment, the Contractor shall install 18- gauge galvanized steel below the subfloor material to act as a heat shield. An 18-gauge galvanized steel sheet, with waterproof insulation laminated to it, shall be installed directly to the bottom of the floor tubes. This will create a sandwich style construction to further insulate the crew floor from the muffler and exhaust system.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
WINCH
A Warn model 17801 12,000 lbs. electric winch shall be furnished. Winch shall be 12 volt operated with a 4-3/5 HP motor; Gear Type 3-Stage Planetary Gear, 1st Layer Line Pull 12,000 lb., Full Load Line Speed 3.86 fpm, Clutch shall be Freespooling Sliding Ring Gear. 125’ 3/8” diameter wire rope shall be included. Overall Length 24-3/8 In., Overall Width 8-1/2 In., Overall Height 11 In., Series M Series, No Load Line Speed 30 fpm, Gear Ratio 261:1, 1st Layer Line Speed 3.86 fpm.
Winch shall be installed on the front of the chassis utilizing a Warn 90115 winch carrier and model 98080 winch bracket kit. A stainless steel grille / brush guard shall be furnished.
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SECTION 2.0 - MODULE CONVERSION / BODY CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW
The dimensions of the crew module shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications with minimum dimensions of 156” long x 96” wide x 72” interior headroom.
There shall be a bulkhead separating the cab and crew compartment that allows for a pass-through area.
The vehicle body shall be constructed of custom designed aluminum extrusions and aluminum plate. The vehicle body shall be designed and engineered specifically as an emergency vehicle and shall be built to meet the heavy-duty requirements of emergency service.
The body shall be of welded construction for maximum strength and integrity for the entire life of the vehicle. The aluminum extrusions shall be custom designed structural shapes that are an alloy of 6061 and heated to a temper of T6 hardness, or equivalent.
The aluminum shapes shall be designed with a force fit interlocking system that shall eliminate any vibration to the welded structural members. The interior structural members, sides and roof shall be spaced a minimum of 14“ on center. The floor structure shall be a minimum 14“ on center. The floor, roof and sides shall be of a cage-type construction that is built to form an independent structure.
The exterior walls shall be constructed of a minimum of .125-inch-thick aluminum plate 3003 alloy with a heat-treated plate that is stretch leveled to a tolerance of +/- 0.003“. The exterior walls shall interlock into place.
All exterior compartments shall be separate and individual components and no two compartments shall share a common wall.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
BODY TO CHASSIS MOUNTING
Ford OEM, or equivalent, 2" high "High Hat" laterals with 2" x 2" x 4" x 3/16" thick structural steel angle welded to each end and are attached laterally to the chassis on Ford OEM, or equivalent¸ rubber body mounting bushings.
The frame spacers are to be supported by outriggers made of 5" x 5" x 5" x 3/8" thick steel angles which are bolted to the outer side of the chassis frame rails with three (3) 1/2” Grade 5 bolts each. Additionally, steel surfaces that will meet aluminum floor structure components are to be covered with PVC tape to prevent contact between the dissimilar metals.
At the floor structure is to be bolted in place with not less than twelve (12) 1/2" Grade 5 T-head bolts through holes in the 2" x 2" aluminum longitudinal floor framing members and steel angle brackets welded to the ends of steel lateral frame spacers. This design allows the body to be removed and remounted without disturbing the finish floor in the interior crew compartment.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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VEHICLE LOWER RUB RAIL
The lower rub rail shall be of a polished aluminum “C” channel that is 2” wide x 3” high. The “C” channel shall have a recessed section that will have reflective RED/WHITE striping applied. The extruded rub rails shall be installed on lower sides of the modular body using stainless steel fasteners and rubber spacers between the rail and body.
Since “C” Channel is readily available to all manufacturers there shall not be an exception to this section. The safety in adding the reflective striping along with the ease or replacement is the preferred and acceptable method.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ROOF RADIUS
The roof radius shall be an extruded aluminum shape with an alloy and temper of 6061-T6 with an ultimate strength of 42,000 PSI.
The shape shall be a four-inch radius with a built-in inner structural connector to form a one-piece side and roof structure.
The roof radius shall incorporate a built-in drip molding to aid in the channeling of water.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ROOF CONSTRUCTION
The roof shall be constructed of 0.125” thick aluminum plate. The roof structure shall consist of 2” x 3” 6063-T5 aluminum tubing that shall span the full width of the body and have a bow effect to facilitate water runoff from the roof.
Roof structure that is less than 0.125” thick will not be accepted.
The roof tubes shall be welded to the roof and to the inner structural connector of the radius. The aluminum plate sheet roof shall be completely welded to the roof radii.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CORNER RADIUS
The corner radius shall be of the same heavy-duty construction as the roof radius, except there shall be a built-in drip molding. The corner radius shall be a three-inch radius.
All corners shall be a semi-hollow shape for structural strength and shall give a smooth exterior appearance without the need for bending or forming sheet metal.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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SIDE STRUCTURE
The sides shall be constructed with four corner radii. The radii shall be a three-inch arc shape with interlocking edges on both sides. The extrusions shall be of an alloy of 6061 with a heat-treated temper of T6.
The corner and roof shall be designed to work as a system that has a double gusset connector in each corner joint.
The sides shall be of a “jig-locked‟ style construction. The jig shall hold the corners and body side panels in place while an inner 6063-T5 structure is welded into place. The members shall be located 14” on center and welded to the roof rail and inner structure connector that shall be the roof members.
The exterior aluminum panels .125” shall interlock with the roof, corner and specially designed extruded aluminum compartment door frames and shall be constructed of a 6063-T5 material. The door frame extrusion shall be designed to match fit the exterior compartment doors. The frame shall be a full ¼” thick to allow for tapping for door hinges.
The door frame shall have an exterior trim edge that shall channel any water away from the compartment openings.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
FLOOR STRUCTURE
The floor structure shall consist of 2” x 3” x 0.125” structural 6063-T5 aluminum tubing. The tubing shall be located on 12 inch centers.
These tubes shall extend the full width of the body between compartment boxes. The floor tubes shall be completely welded to the side structure channels.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
VAPOR BARRIER
To further insulate and protect the crew compartment the body manufacturer shall install an aluminum vapor barrier. A 0.63 aluminum sheet shall be installed directly between the flooring and the 2” x 2” floor tubes. This will create a sandwich style construction to further insulate the crew floor from the muffler and exhaust system.
The entire underside of the modular body shall be sealed.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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CORNER GUARDS
The lower rear corners of the body shall have approximately 12”-1/2” high, .0125 aluminum diamond plate rolled around the corners radius and terminate at the rear kick plate area. These stone guards shall be fastened to the body with .50” – 10 TX-25 Type F head screws, or equivalent. The top edge of each stone guard shall be sealed to prevent moisture and debris from collecting behind the guards
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
COMPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION
All exterior compartments shall be constructed of 0.125” smooth aluminum plate. All corners and seams shall be completely welded to prevent outside elements from entering the compartment.
Each compartment shall be finished with a three-component acrylic-reinforced aliphatic, aromatic polyurethane protective coating. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Additionally, each compartment shall be vented with a four-inch aluminum vent.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
DOOR CONSTRUCTION
All door edges and frames shall be constructed of a specially designed extruded aluminum shape of 6063-T5 alloy and temper. All door frames shall be welded to the exterior sheets and to the side structure channels.
The exterior sheets shall fit into the door frame and shall be welded to the frame from the inside of the door body. The door edges shall all be welded together and then welded to the outer panels.
Exterior door panels shall be 0.125” thick 5052-H32 aluminum plate with an ultimate strength of 38,000 PSI. The panel shall fit into the door edge extrusion and shall be welded to the extrusion from the inside of the door.
The entry door inner liner shall be constructed of 0.100” aluminum plate sheets with reflective chevron striping. The liners shall be fastened to the door extrusions with stainless steel screws. The liner shall be removable for access to the latching mechanism. Inner door panels that are one piece will not be acceptable. The lower aluminum panels shall be covered with a Red/White reflective chevron.
The inner panel of each exterior compartment door shall be coated with Scorpion Spray on. Gray in color to match the interior of the compartments. The lower 10” of the panel will be covered with Reflective Red/White Chevrons.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No DRIP RAIL
Every compartment door opening shall have Polished Aluminum drip rail.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES LATCHES
There shall be provided locking grabber latches on each exterior door. The door handle shall be bolted into place to allow for easy repair or replacement if damaged. The latches shall be controlled with connecting rods. The use of cables is unacceptable. Complete access to all mechanisms for ease of repair shall be provided.
The handles shall be chrome “EASY GRABBER SERIES 2100” grabber with large, easy to use handles, or equivalent. Bidders offering other than these style door handles will not be acceptable. These handles are available to all manufacturers. NO EXCEPTONS.
On the side and rear entry doors, a Tri-Mark, or equivalent, automotive lever style handle with slide lock-lever and black plastic bezel will be installed.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
STAINLESS STEEL DOOR HINGES
There shall be provided a stainless steel continuous hinge on each of the exterior doors. The hinges shall extend the full length of the door and shall contain a minimum ¼” stainless steel pin.
All hinges shall be bolted to the door and door frame using ¼” stainless steel bolts for easy removal if damaged. The hinge shall be separated from the door and frame by a Mylar strip, or equivalent, which shall act as a corrosion barrier.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
DOOR SPRING HOLD BACKS
There shall be provided a door spring opener and closer on each exterior compartment and side entry door. The door spring shall be bolted to the door using a fabricated spring hold bracket.
The door spring hold back shall operate on a “50/50 principle‟: if the door is partially opened, it shall close or if the door is over halfway open, the door will open fully.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CAST DOOR GRABBERS
There shall be provided two (2) cast door grabbers installed on the rear entry doors. The cast grabbers shall consist of two parts: a loop and receiver.
The loop shall be installed on the UPPER portion of the rear entry door. The corresponding receiver shall be installed on the rear wall.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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MODULE, FLOOR AND ENTRY DOOR INSULATION
The module flooring system shall be insulated with 3”" thick expanded Polystyrene Fiber insulation. The poly fiber shall be cut to closely fit the spaces between the structural framing and shall be attached to the underside of the floor skin with a spray adhesive suitable for use on EPS insulation, or equivalent.
After the insulation is in place, an aluminum weather shield (.060" aluminum) cover is to be bonded to the entire bottom side of the floor framing to protect the insulation from road splash.
To enhance the insulation, ALL exterior inner compartments will be wrapped in an aluminum reflective material, or equivalent; this is to include the wheel wells also.
In addition to the Poly Fiber inside the module, ALL Exterior Compartment Doors, including Side and Rear Entry Doors shall be insulated with the Poly Fiber, or equivalent.
The insulation must meet ASTM E84 20/30 guidelines for flame and smoke.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
FENDER FLARES
A polished aluminum fender flair shall be installed around the rear wheel well openings. They will be installed so as not to interfere with tire rotation, movement, or replacement. A layer of butyl self- sealing tape will be applied between the fender flares and the body panels for corrosion protection.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
FUEL FILL BEZEL
The fuel tank fill will be protected by a cast aluminum fuel fill guard with polished flanges.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
FUEL FILL SPLASH GUARD, POLISHED ALUMINUM
The fuel tank fill will be protected by an aluminum fuel fill guard with polished flanges.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
REAR BUMPER
The rear bumper sub-structure must be constructed from 1-1/2" x 3" steel channels and 10-gauge steel plate. The components must be fully welded and coated with automotive water based undercoating to prevent rust, and then bolted to the OEM frame rails.
Aluminum diamond plate bumper pods, approximately 23" wide x 11" deep x 4" high shall be constructed to fit over the outboard ends of the sub-structure and must be bolted in place using stainless steel fasteners.
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The middle portion of the bumper assembly (approximately 48" wide) shall incorporate a fold up section of aluminum grip strut material. The hinge must be stainless steel and installed so that the step folds toward the body to facilitate stretcher loading. NOTE: The bottom must be closed off on the flip up section, leaving sides open for drainage.
The rear bumper shall meet the requirements set forth in the AMD Standard 018-Rear Step and Bumper Test. The bumper shall be able to accommodate a 500-lb. load with maximum deflection of 1” and no more than ¼” permanent deformation.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CAB TO CREW COMPARTMENT PASS-THROUGH
A 17” wide x 17” high pass-through opening with a hinged Plexiglas, or equivalent, window shall be framed into the front wall. It shall have a head bumper for occupant safety and shall coincide with an opening of equal size framed into the back wall of the chassis-cab. The space between the cab and module shall be sealed by the installation of a flexible rubber “accordion” style enclosure. Inflatable or rigid seals shall not be acceptable.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT SHELVING
All shelving in the exterior compartments shall be fabricated with .125” Aluminum and have a 2” lip all the way around the shelf and coated with Scorpion Spray on Liner, or equivalent. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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EXTERIOR COMPARTMENTS
GENERAL
All exterior compartments shall be illuminated by LED strip lights which activate upon the opening of the compartment door. On compartments with double doors, the lights shall be activated by the forward door.
All compartments shall be sweep-out design and finished with a three component acrylic-reinforced aliphatic, aromatic polyurethane protective coating. Material shall have high-tensile strength, excellent abrasion resistance, superior elongation, high non-skid rating and excellent UV stability and weathering characteristics. Material shall be light gray in color.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
An adjustable shelf or shelves shall be furnished as follows:
Street Side Forward – L1 (2) adjustable shelves
Street Side Above Wheel Well – L2 (1) adjustable shelf
Street Side Rear – L3 (2) adjustable shelves
Curb Side Above Wheel Well – R2 (2) adjustable shelves
Curb Side Rear – R3 (3) adjustable shelves
Each shelf shall be manufactured from 0.125” aluminum and shall be finished with the same protective coating as used for the compartments. The shelf tracks shall be a heavy-duty extruded aluminum. The shelf or shelves shall be attached to the tracks using a spring nut that will allow the shelf to be adjusted by loosening the nut.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
STREET SIDE – FORWARD L1
Compartment is located forward on the modular body and shall have double doors. Compartment shall measure minimally 49” high x 52” wide x 21” deep.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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STREET SIDE – FORWARD (UPPER) L1A
Compartment is located forward on the modular directly above Compartment L-1 and shall have a single door. Compartment shall measure minimally 22” high x 18” wide x 21” deep
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
STREET SIDE – ABOVE REAR WHEELS - L2
Compartment is located above the rear wheels and shall have double doors. Compartment shall measure minimally 34” high x 41 1/4 ” wide x 21” deep.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
STREET SIDE – REAR – L3
Compartment is located rear (aft of rear wheels) and shall have double doors. Compartment shall measure minimally 60” high x 48” wide x 21” deep.
Compartment shall have a roll-out tray in the bottom.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CURB SIDE – ABOVE REAR WHEELS - R2
Compartment is located above the rear wheels and shall have double doors. Compartment shall measure minimally 46” high x 41 ¼” wide x 21” deep.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CURB SIDE – REAR – R3
Compartment is located rear (aft of rear wheels) and shall have double doors. Compartment shall measure minimally 72” high x 48” wide x 21” deep.
Compartment shall have (2) full height dividers with (3) adjustable shelves in middle bin
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
DOOR LATCHING HARDWARE
All module doors, compartment and entry, shall utilize two (2) rotary style latches per door leaf, closing onto two (2) "Nader” striker pins with capped heads and adjustable cage nuts. Construction using other latching methods, striker pins without capped ends, or single striker pins is NOT acceptable.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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SIDE ENTRY DOOR
A side entry door to the crew compartment shall be located on the curb side, forward of the rear wheels. The door shall provide a clear opening of minimally 78” high x 32” wide. It shall have a full length stainless steel hinge, with pin not less than ¼” in diameter, on the forward edge of the door and a stainless-steel spring controlled door check which will hold the door at not less than 90 degrees when open.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
REAR ENTRY DOORS
Double leaf rear entry doors to the crew compartment shall be provided. The doors shall provide a combined opening of minimally 55 ¾” high x 44 ¾” wide. They shall have full length stainless steel hinges with pins not less than ¼” in diameter.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ENTRY DOOR GRAB BARS
A 1.25" diameter stainless steel grab bar with 120 degree "V"-style bend Safety Yellow (Powdered Coated), shall be provided and installed on the inside of each entry door.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ENTRY DOOR FINISHES and COMPONENTS ENTRY DOOR UPPER LINERS
Above the kick plate, the entry doors shall be finished using vinyl wrapped and 1/8” aluminum panel. The vinyl shall match the seating color selection and the padding shall be minimally 1/4" thick. The upper liner shall be secured to the inside of the entry doors using stainless steel screws.
CENTER DOOR LINER
An aluminum plate covered in matching formica, or equal, shall be utilized and attached to each entry door. The cover shall be secured to the inside of the center of each entry door with stainless steel screws and a “J” channel slot so that it allows easy removal to access the door latching mechanism.
ENTRY DOOR KICK PLATES
A piece of .063" smooth aluminum plate will be installed on the lower inside portion of each door to serve as a kick panel. The kick plates will be attached to the door pan and liner using stainless steel screws. The kick plate shall be covered in Reflective Orange/White Chevrons.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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EXTRUDED GRIP DOOR SILL PROTECTION
There shall be a formed aluminum extruded compartment doorsill protection for all exterior compartments. The stainless protector shall be affixed with heavy duty double side tape to the top surface of the doorsills and extend over the radius edge. Stainless Steel smooth material will not be acceptable since it does not provide an aggressive stepping surface. Safety is a paramount concern.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
SIDE ENTRY DOOR WINDOW
A 14" x 24" black aluminum framed “slider/screen” window is to be centered in the entry door, with the top of the window about 6" down from the top of the door. The dark tinted window shall be capable of opening via a sliding section of the glass. The sliding section must be positively latched when in the closed position to prevent it from being opened from the outside. It must also include a sliding screen section to cover the opening. In addition, window perf material shall be installed on the outside of said window.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
ENTRY DOOR WINDOW
Two (2) 14" wide x 24" high black aluminum framed fixed window is to be centered in the entry door, with the top of the window about 6" down from the top of the door. The dark tinted window shall be single piece fixed glass. In addition, window perf material shall be installed on the outside of said window. Perf material shall closely match rear chevron colors.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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SECTON 3.0 - CREW COMPARTMENT INTERIOR MODULE
INTERIOR CABINETRY CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
In general, the interior of this rescue vehicle shall incorporate features to mitigate injuries to passengers caused by sudden hard braking or accident impact. Exposed edges shall be protected by radius or chamfer trim and, where possible, corners shall be rounded with radius trim. All devices and equipment will be mounted as flush as possible with its surrounding surface. Padding shall be installed in areas where features may obstruct head movement as attendants work within the crew compartment.
The layout of interior cabinetry for this vehicle shall be as indicated in the enclosed drawings. Variation from this design may not serve the needs and requirements of the County and may be cause for rejection of the bid. As stated earlier in this document, the bidder must supply drawings which will be considered when determining whether a particular design meets those needs.
The cabinets in this vehicle shall be constructed of ¾” cabinet grade plywood which has been covered by a commercial grade high pressure plastic laminate prior to its use in fabricating the cabinetry. Plastic, fiberglass, or composite wood will not be acceptable for use in the cabinetry structure.
All cabinets will be fastened together with aluminum angles set into the inside corners and fastened with wood screws. Construction that glues the components together and uses wood screws driven into the edge of the plywood is NOT acceptable due to the reduced holding capability of screws driven into the veneered edge. Additionally, cabinetry shall be firmly bolted to mounting plates welded to the body side structure.
All cabinet trim, “head-knocker‟ pads and various other trim pieces shall be covered in color coordinated vinyl upholstery.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
INTERIOR CREW COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS
Crew Compartment Sound Levels: The vehicle shall provide an interior working environment in which the ambient noise level is less than 80 dB as measured according to AMD Standard 006, Sound Level Test Code for Ambulance Compartment Interiors.
Crew Compartment Carbon Monoxide Levels: The vehicle shall provide an interior working environment in which the carbon monoxide level is less than 10 ppm as measured in accordance with AMD Standard 007, Carbon Monoxide Levels for Ambulance Compartment Interiors.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CABINET DOORS
All cabinets along the street and curb side of the vehicle shall have a mitered framed, sliding transparent Plexiglas, or equal, door assembly. Each door shall be fitted with a full length, extruded aluminum door handle. The door pull extrusion shall also add bend resistance to the door.
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The door track/frame extrusion shall incorporate a rubber track to prevent the door from sliding free during transit. The corners of the assembly shall have supporting corner angle. All extrusions shall be anodized. Color shall be Clear.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CABINET LATCHES
Locking latches shall be provided on each door where applicable.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
RESTOCKING FEATURE
The sliding window frame on each of the cabinets above patient level shall hinge up to allow for rapid access to the contents or for restocking. The frame shall be hinged at the top and be kept open by two (2) small 20-pound pneumatic pistons. The frame shall latch when in the closed position with a positive mechanical latch.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CREW COMPARTMENT INTERIOR CABINET LAYOUT
STREET SIDE
FORWARD
Cabinet shall measure minimally 32 ⅝” high x 32 1/8” wide x 21” deep. Cabinet shall have (3) adjustable shelves.
UPPER FORWARD Cabinet shall measure minimally 21 ⅝” high x 23 ¾” wide by 21” deep. Cabinet shall have (1) adjustable shelf.
UPPER MIDDLE Cabinet shall measure minimally 21 ⅝” high x 24” wide by 21” deep. Cabinet shall have (1) adjustable shelf.
STREET SIDE CABINET – UPPER REAR Cabinet shall measure minimally 21 ⅝” high x 23 ⅜” wide by 21” deep. Cabinet shall have (1) adjustable shelf.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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CURB SIDE
CURB SIDE CABINET – UPPER FORWARD Cabinet shall measure minimally 9 ½” high x 22 ⅞” wide x 21” deep.
CURB SIDE CABINET – UPPER MIDDLE Cabinet shall measure minimally 9 ½” high x 22 ⅞” wide x 21” deep.
CURB SIDE CABINET – UPPER REAR Cabinet shall measure minimally 9 ½” high x 22 ⅞” wide x 21” deep.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
BULKHEAD
BULKHEAD CABINET – ABOVE PASS THROUGH Cabinet shall measure minimally 12 ¼” high x 25 ⅞” wide x 18” deep. Cabinet shall have (1) adjustable shelf.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
BULKHEAD CABINET – LEFT OF PASS THROUGH Cabinet shall measure minimally 15 ⅞” high x 8 ½” wide x 18” deep. Cabinet shall have solid wood hinged door with Southco latch.
BULKHEAD CABINET – BELOW PASS THROUGH Cabinet shall measure minimally 11” high x 25 ⅜” wide x 18” deep. Cabinet shall have (1) adjustable shelf.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
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RIGHT FRONT INTERIOR CABINETS UPPER DRUG CABINET Cabinet shall measure minimally 12 ¼” high x 25 7/8” wide x 18” deep. Cabinet shall have a solid wood door, hinged at the top. An CompX eLock electronic push-button lock. Lock shall automatically lock when the door is closed.
CENTER Cabinet shall measure minimally 13” high x 28 3/8” wide x 18” deep.
LOWER Cabinet shall measure minimally 30 7/8” high x 28 3/8” wide x 18” deep. Cabinet shall have dual wooden doors with Plexiglass inserts and a Southco locking latch. Cabinet shall have two (2) adjustable shelves.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
GLOVE BOX CABINET
A cabinet shall be built and installed above the side entry door to house three (3) boxes of protective gloves. The cabinet shall have a single, clear Plexiglas, or equal, door with three oval cutouts to allow gloves to be removed without opening the door.
The bottom edge of the glove box shall be covered by padded vinyl trim to protect occupants.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
GRAB RAIL, CEILING MOUNTED
One (1) 1.25" diameter x 72" long stainless steel, Powdered Coat Yellow, grab bar shall be provided and securely fastened to the ceiling. The rail shall be mounted over the inside edge of a stretcher (should a stretcher be used). The grab rail shall be fastened with bolts, washers and nuts of the appropriate dimension, through the interior ceiling panel and through the .090” aluminum accessory plate welded into the roof structure.
Assist rails fastened with self-tapping machine screws are not acceptable. These grab rails must meet or exceed AMD Standard 008, Load Test for Ambulances Crew Compartment Grab Rail.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
UPHOLSTERY All vinyl upholstery shall be vacuum formed seating, applied over high density foam. For seat cushions, the foam must be 2.5" thick. For back and head rests, it shall be 2" thick.
All seat cushions, back, arm, head rests and header pads shall be vacuum formed seamless design. Designs using piping, welts, stitched seams, or heat-sealed joints to join upholstery panels is not acceptable.
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Each cushion shall be backed by ¼” laminated wood. All upholstery must be easily removable to facilitate cleaning in case of contamination.
Exact color shall be determined at the pre-build meeting.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CREW SEATING POSITION –FORWARD
Seating for a crew member at the head of the stretcher shall consist of a contoured "high back" bucket seat. The seat shall have an ergonomically-correct back with lumbar support and shall have a seamless construction for easy cleaning and removal of blood borne pathogens. Seat shall also conform to all applicable FMVSS Standards and shall be equipped with a three-point safety belt. The seat shall be not less than 15" deep by 18" wide and a minimum distance of 43" from the top of the padded seat to any overhead obstruction. The seat cushion shall be a flip-up or fold-up design to provide maximum access to the area at the head of the stretcher when the seat is not in use. Seat shall be mounted on a swivel base.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CREW SEATING POSITION – CURB SIDE
A fold-up style bench seat with individual backrests shall be securely bolted to aluminum structure and backing plates on the curb side wall. Each seating position shall have a lap belt installed.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
PADDED TRIM “SOFT EDGE‟ SYSTEM
To mitigate injury to passengers, trim pieces consisting of antimicrobial high density foam that is solid throughout the material and wraps around the edges and corners for protection. Trim shall match seating upholstery. Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
FLOOR
The floor shall be at the lowest level permitted by clearances, but not more than 33 inches from the ground. The floor structure shall consist of a minimum of 2" x 2" x .125" structural box section 6061-T6 aluminum. The finished floor assembly shall be securely welded to the wall structures and exterior compartments. All critical load points shall be reinforced with 1/4 inch x 3” x 4” gusset plates. Above the floor channels, there shall be an aluminum moisture shield 0.050 inches thick.
A top floor of .750” high-density, polyurethane panel to provide additional strength and stiffness shall be placed over the moisture shield. The floor shall be nonabsorbent. In addition to being lightweight, floor shall have excellent structural capability, resistant to contamination, and shall not rot, nor delaminate.
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The floor shall be securely anchored to the floor sub structure with ¼" UNF machine by 2 ½” screws. The flooring shall extend the full length and width of the patient compartment including space under the cabinets.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
FLOOR COVERING
There shall be provided a heavy duty commercial grade vinyl floor covering the interior crew compartment. The floor covering shall be heavy-duty safety vinyl, or equivalent. The floor covering shall be constructed of multiple layers composed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin, plasticizers, fillers and pigments.
The co-calendar war layer shall be formulated to provide maximum resistance to foot traffic and most commercial and healthcare chemicals. The middle layer shall provide dimensional stability, sound- absorbing properties and resiliency under foot. The floor shall be heavy duty insulated and sound proofing. The flooring shall extend the full length and width of the crew compartment consisting of a minimum of ¾ inch plywood, seven ply exterior grade. The flooring shall be covered with a no wax commercial heavy duty vinyl covering diamond shape Lon plate or equivalent (Gunpowder Gray #424TX). The framing system and framing welding techniques shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. Aluminum sub floor be 1/8 inch thick shall be installed between the frame and plywood floor. The vinyl flooring is to be extended up the sidewall a minimum of three inches (3”).
Flooring shall meet or exceed all ASTM and/or NFPA Standards as pertains to friction, flame spread, smoke density, abrasion resistance, flexibility and chemical resistance.
REAR THRESHOLD
There shall be a 6” wide, 16 gauge formed, waterfall style extruded aluminum threshold protector installed on the rear interior of the body. The protectors shall run the entire width of the floor at the rear door opening.
NO grip tape shall be utilized at the thresholds due to that not staying on. The thresholds shall be extruded with ribbed pieces to secure footing.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CEILING HEADLINER The crew compartment headliner shall be constructed of durable, white glossy mica or equal. The headliner shall be securely affixed to the roof bows. There shall be a full-length inspection access/wire race in the center of the ceiling, which provides access to the wiring harness and antenna bases/leads. The access shall have a removable padded vinyl cover.
Headliners with padded vinyl or un-backed fiberglass materials will not be acceptable due to their potential for contamination, tears, cracking and spalling, thus involving costly repairs.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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CABINET LAMINATE COLOR
The laminate color for the outside finish of all cabinets shall be Glossy Gray standard. The laminate color for the inside finish of the cabinetry shall be white.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
IV HOLDERS
Two (2) wall mounted “clip” style devices specifically designed for holding IV containers shall be provided, including Velcro type straps to adequately secure an IV bag/bottle. The devices shall not protrude more than 1", and shall be located adjacent to, or on the cabinetry near the head of the primary patient. Swing down IV hangers with rigid support arms that can cause injury shall not be specified or furnished.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
SECTION 4.0 - COT FASTENER SYSTEM
While the primary mission of this vehicle is for rescue operations and rehab, mission parameters may require that a stretcher be transported from time to time.
COT FASTENER
A Stryker antler style cot fastener shall be furnished and installed. The fastener shall contain a front antler bracket to secure the front wheels of the ambulance cot, a rear fastener rail to secure the cot frame and all necessary bolts and brackets to secure to the cot mounting in the patient compartment floor. The fastener shall be removable to allow more floor space and easier access to the interior storage cabinets when a cot is not being used. The cot fastener installation must meet or exceed AMD Standard 004, Litter Retention System.
A Stryker yellow safety hook shall be securely fastened to the crew compartment floor.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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SECTION 5.0 - ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING NON-DUCTED SYSTEM
HVAC
Heating and air conditioning for the crew compartment will be provided by a combination heat/ac unit system. The HVAC evaporator shall be located on the front bulkhead above the pass through window.
The heater portion will have a BTUH capacity of 36,000, and the air conditioner will have a BTUH capacity of 30,000. A three-speed blower fan capable of 650 CFM on the highest setting will be included.
To reduce the potential for condensate leakage, dual 3/8” ID drain hoses shall be installed on the AC drain pan. The drain hoses shall terminate below and outside the vehicle body.
The combo system shall be provided with an electrically controlled water shutoff valve which shall close to stop the flow of hot water to the heater whenever the air conditioning is operating.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
THERMOSTAT
A hose-line digital low voltage heating and air conditioning thermostat shall be provided to control the specified environmental systems. The location of the thermostat shall be determined during the pre- construction conference.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
AUXILIARY AC CONDENSER
An auxiliary condenser shall be provided for maximum system performance. The condenser shall be a Hoseline model TMC2004 and shall be mounted on the front of the modular body. All added refrigeration lines and fittings shall be mechanical fittings compatible with components furnished by the OEM.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
EXHAUST FAN
The crew compartment of this vehicle will be ventilated with fresh outside air via one (1) static intake vent and one (1) power exhaust vent. The system shall be capable of completely exchanging the air volume within the crew compartment every two (2) minutes. The location of the intake and exhaust vents shall be as indicated in the attached drawings.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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SECTION 6.0 - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 12 VOLT DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The emergency medical vehicle's electrical system shall be an electronic plug-and-play style system with a printed circuit board.
FRONT CONTROL CONSOLE.
A front floor mounted console will be constructed of aluminum and shall be finished with a three- component acrylic-reinforced aliphatic, aromatic polyurethane protective coating. Console shall replace the OEM console or center seat in a 40/20/40 front seat configuration. The console shall allow sufficient space for the future installation of customer installed radio(s), and other components. The console shall include a storage area for two (2) drink containers.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
CREW AREA CONTROL CONSOLE.
All switches and controls for the crew compartment shall be located on the curb side wall cabinet just forward of the first seating position. These switches shall be of the same design and construction as found in the driver's control console. These switches shall not be activated unless the "MASTER" switch in the driver's console is in the "ON" position.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
WARNING INDICATORS.
The electrical system shall incorporate a warning light panel in the driver's console. It shall provide indicator lights for showing: patient compartment door(s), side and rear, are open. This shall be a flashing RED light. There shall be an exterior compartment "door-open" warning light. This shall be a flashing AMBER light of the same size.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
WIRING INSTALLATION.
The vehicle body and accessory electrical equipment shall be served by circuit(s) separate and distinct from the vehicle chassis circuits. All wiring provided by the Contractor shall be copper and conform to all the SAE J1292 requirements and shall have type GXL "cross linked" high temperature polyethylene or better insulation rated to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and conforming to SAE J1127 and J1128.
Wiring shall be permanently color coded to identify wires. Wires shall be permanently heat ink embossed with both number and function codes. The function code shall be the "descriptive" name of the circuit served. The number code shall be the exact purpose of that circuit. This number code shall be completely referenced in a detailed wiring schematic provided with the vehicle. The function and number code shall be embossed at a minimum of 4 inch intervals the entire length of the wire.
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Wiring shall be routed in conduit or high temperature looms with a rating of 300 degrees Fahrenheit where necessary to protect it. All added wiring shall be located in accessible, enclosed, and protected locations and kept at least six inches away from the exhaust system components.
All conduits, looms, and wiring shall be secured to the body or frame with insulated metal cable straps to prevent sagging and movement which results in chafing, pinching, snagging or any other damage. All apertures on the vehicle shall be properly grommeted and sealed for passing wiring and conform to SAE 1292. All items used for protecting or securing the wiring shall be appropriate for the specific application and be standard automotive, aircraft, marine or electronic hardware.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
WIRING CRITERIA
All wiring devices, switches, outlets, etc., except circuit breakers, shall be rated to carry at least 125% of the maximum ampere load for which the circuit is protected. There shall be a master electrical component panel located in the vehicle. It is preferred that this panel be mounted on or near the bulkhead of the patient compartment. Standard circuit breakers, relays, and diodes shall be mounted on a printed circuit panel and shall be easily accessible through a door or hatch. All components on the circuit board are to be permanently labeled as to their function.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
The printed circuit board shall be designed and manufactured as follows: A screen printed board with all circuits fully numbered and labeled. The circuit board shall be a double-sided copper trace printed circuit board with a double-sided laminated isolator. The board shall be non-photo-imaginable solder mask over bare copper with hot air leveled solder over non-masked copper. The board traces shall be three-ounce copper panel. Fuse capacity is the beginning factor in calculating trace width to ensure proper current carrying capability.
The circuits shall then be oversized as much as space permits for maximum cooling of the board. All holes shall be plated through. The terminal strips shall be mounted on the board for connection of above mentioned wiring harnesses.
The printed circuit board shall incorporate visual onboard diagnostics for input, output, and switching circuits for troubleshooting at a glance.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
VOLTMETER
Shall be the chassis OEM voltmeter.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
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LOW VOLTAGE MONITORING SYSTEM
There shall be installed, as an integral function of the ambulance conversion main power board, circuitry that continually monitors electrical system voltage. This system shall activate an audible alarm warning to indicate that the system voltage has fallen below 1.7 volts. An alarm silent switch shall be located on the front console
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
MASTER MODULE DISCONNECT SWITCH OR DEVICE
An "On/Off" style master module disconnect switch shall be installed in the left side of the floor console recessed for ease of access. The switch shall be capable of carrying the load of both OEM batteries when in the "On" position, as well as completely disconnecting both batteries when in the "Off" position.
This switch shall NOT disconnect battery power to the chassis circuits, but to the module, or converter added circuits only. The switch shall be recessed as to not interfere with anything. Switches that have multi-position settings allowing power from either battery independent of the other will be unacceptable.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
RADIO PRE-WIRE
Two [2] 10-gauge power and two [2] ground wires, two [2] RG58U coax cables, and two [2] PL 259 connectors shall be installed as “prewires‟ for the installation of radio communications equipment. Power, ground, and coax shall be terminated and bundled behind the passenger seat. There shall be an 18” service loop at the antenna base locations and a 36” service loop at the terminations in the cab. The PL259 connectors shall be shipped loose. Exact placement to be determined during pre-build conference.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
DEPARTMENT FURNISHED RADIO CABLES
The vehicle manufacturer shall run two [2] department furnished Kenwood radio cables. Cables are to originate in the radio installation area with one [1] cable routed inside of the front console and one [1] to the rear action area.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
INTERNAL 12 VOLT POWER.
The crew compartment shall be furnished with a 12-volt DC, 20 ampere capacity, separately protected circuit, with (1) cigar lighter style outlet located in the curb side right front center cabinet. This circuit shall also include a (low voltage drop) "Schottky" diode to isolate medical equipment batteries from any electrical loads imposed by the remainder of the vehicle electrical systems.
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The Schottky diode shall be heat-sink mounted, having an inverse voltage rating of at least 45 volts and rated to carry the maximum short circuit current until the circuit breaker opens.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
120 VOLT AC UTILITY POWER
The vehicle shall be furnished with a 2-wire plus ground 120-volt AC wiring system that is separate and distinct from the vehicle’s DC wiring system(s). Listing shall be by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, recognized by OSHA under Appendix A to 29 CFR 1910.7. The AC system is to be utilized while the vehicle is stationary for powering maintenance devices, medical equipment and battery chargers. The AC system shall not be utilized for operational interior lighting, such as dome and cot lights.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
UTILITY POWER CONNECTOR
An automatic power line disconnect system shall be furnished for the vehicle shoreline. The outlet shall be located on the street side rear of the vehicle. The disconnect mechanism shall be sealed to prevent contamination by road dirt and to ensure a long and reliable life. To eliminate arching at the connector contact, a novel internal contact arrangement will close and open the 120-volt A.C. circuit after the mating connector is inserted and before the connector is removed.
The disconnect system shall be connected to the vehicle starter circuit so that ejection occurs when the engine is cranked. The power connector shall be rated for 20 amperes.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
ELECTRICAL 120 VOLT AC RECEPTACLES
The crew compartment shall be furnished with (4) wire plus ground duplex 120-volt AC receptacles.
There shall be (1) inside the street side cabinet forward and (2) in the right front interior center cabinet and (1) in the right front interior lower cabinet. Receptacles shall be near flush, vertically mounted.
All outlets shall have an indicator within each receptacle as a line monitor indicating a live (hot) circuit and shall be labeled with the following: “120 VOLT AC.”
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
INVERTER
There shall be provided a combination battery charger and inverter for use with medical electronics. The inverter portion shall be rated at a continuous 1050 watts output with a surge capacity of up to 2100 watts. The output shall be modified sine wave with voltage of 120-volts AC. There shall also be an automatic transfer switch that will disable the inverter output whenever the shoreline system is engaged. The battery charger portion shall have a charging capacity of 15 amps to 55 amps with input current of 12 volts.
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The entire unit shall have a white, painted aluminum chassis with non-corrosive hardware and should measure approximately 12.5” wide x 6” high x 11” deep (approximate) and should weigh no more than 22 pounds. Additionally, the unit shall have a thermostatically controlled fan for internal cooling. There will be a switch for the inverter located on the rear switch panel.
Inverter shall be installed in the street side forward upper compartment L1A and shall be easily accessible for service.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
SECTION 7.0 – VEHICLE LIGHTING AND WARNING REQUIREMENTS
VEHICLE EXTERIOR REQUIREMENTS
The basic exterior rescue vehicle lighting shall comply with FMVSS Standard No. 108 and the requirements herein and include: amber front and rear directional signals and hazard warning lights, front and rear side marker lights, backup light(s), loading light(s), clearance lights, emergency lights, floodlights, and spotlight(s). All FMVSS lights, except chassis OEM lights shall be LED.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
STOP/TAIL/TURN/BACK UP LIGHTS
The rear stop/tail lights shall be Whelen 60R00BRR fully populated red LED lights, with chrome flange housing and shall be installed on the rear of the body above the rear bumper riser panel
The rear turn signals shall be Whelen 60A00TAR amber arrow style LED lights with chrome flange housing and shall be installed above the rear bumper riser panel.
The rear back-up lights shall be Whelen 60J000CD halogen lights with chrome flange housing and shall be installed on the rear bumper riser panel. Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
TAG LIGHT
The rear license plate illumination lights shall be LED. These lights shall be mounted within the rear license plate mounting frame on the rear bumper riser panel.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
EMERGENCY LIGHTING SYSTEM.
The emergency lighting system must provide the vehicle with 360 degrees of visual warning conspicuity. The system must display highly perceptible and attention-getting signals that function in a modal system and convey the message in the PRIMARY MODE - "Clear the Right-of-Way" and in the SECONDARY MODE - "Hazard Vehicle Stopped on Right-of-Way".
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The vehicle warning light layout shall be as follows:
Grille Lights: Two (2) Whelen model 50R03ZCR, red LED warning lights with 5FLANGEP flange with red lens. The grille lights shall be located at least 30” above the ground and below the bottom edge of the windshield and be laterally separated by at least 18” measured from centerline to centerline of each lamp.
Intersection Lights (Front): Two (2) Whelen Ion Series model WIONSMR red LED warning lights with chrome trim flange and red lens. Lights shall be mounted as close as possible to the front upper edge of each front fender.
Intersection Lights (Rear): Two (2) Whelen model 70R02SCR LED warning lights with chrome trim flange and red lens. Lights shall be mounted above the rear wheel wells.
Front Lightbar: A Whelen 4500KKKFL full LED lightbar shall be furnished and installed on the front of the modular body, underneath the upper drip rail. Lightbar shall be approximately 76” wide and contain (9) forward facing 700 Linear LED warning lights. All warning lights shall be red and the outer lightbar lens shall be red. The center warning light shall be white and the outer lightbar lens shall be white.
Side Body Lights: Two (2) each side Whelen model 90RR5SRR red LED warning lights with clear lens with chrome plated flanges.
Rear Body Lights: Two (2) upper outer warning lights shall be Whelen model 90RR5SRR red LED warning lights with red lens and chrome trim flanges. Two (2) Whelen 90A02SAR amber LED warning lights with amber lens and chrome mounting flange shall be center mounted over the rear entry doors.
Two (2) Whelen model 90RR5SRR red LED warning lights with red lens and chrome mounting flanges shall be mounted on the rear of the modular body and positioned to show through the rear entry door windows when said doors are in the open position.
Two (2) Whelen model 60RR5SRR red LED warning lights with red lens and chrome mounting flanges shall be mounted on the rear kickplate of the vehicle below the stop-tail and turn lights.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
SCENE / LOADING LIGHTS
Scene and loading lights shall not be less than 75" above the ground and shall not be obstructed by open doors. Floodlights shall be located on the left and right sides of the rescue vehicle and be firmly fastened to the body surfaces below the roof line. The lamp(s) H-V shall be projected downward at an angle of 13 degrees from the horizontal plane.
SIDE SCENE LIGHTS
There shall be two (2) Whelen 900 Series, model 9SC0ENZR Gradient Opti-Scene LED on each side of the modular body as side scene or flood lights. Each light shall contain 24 diodes and have a unique internal and external optic design. Scene light switches shall be located on the cab console and control each side independently.
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The curb side scene lights shall automatically illuminate anytime the Master Switch is in the ON position and the side entry door is opened.
REAR LOADING LIGHT
There shall be one (1) Whelen Pioneer Plus™ Model # PCPSM1C mounted over the rear entry doors. The 76 watt +12v DC single Pioneer lighthead shall incorporate Super-LED® combination flood/spot light installed in ABS Cycolac™ resin surface mount housing. The surface mount housing will be chrome plated. The PCPSM1C configuration shall consist of 12 white Super-LEDs for the spot light with a specialized spot reflector on the bottom, 24 white Super-LEDs in the flood light with a clear optic collimator/metalized reflector assembly on the top, and a clear non-optic polycarbonate lens. The Pioneer flood/spot light shall have 7,800 usable lumens. The PCPSM1C new combination optic design projects light directly down at 5° and producing illumination to the side of the vehicle arching upward to a 90° pattern of light.
The lens assembly shall utilize a liquid injected molded silicone gasket to be resistant to water, moisture, dust, and other environmental conditions.
Loading light shall automatically be activated when the rear door(s) are opened and shall be incorporated with FMVSS backup lighting system.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
HAND SPOT LIGHT
A handheld “Blue-Eye” spotlight shall be provided with a minimum of 400,000 candle power. It shall be in a corrosion-proof housing with a protected momentary switch to prevent accidental activation and a minimum 8 ft. heavy-duty coiled cord. It shall be hard wired into the vehicle 12 volt DC system (for antitheft reasons) and stowed in the cab area accessible to the driver and passenger.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
VEHICLE INTERIOR LIGHTING
The basic interior lighting configuration shall be designed to minimize electrical loads and include: a driver's compartment dome light, instrument panel lights, master switch panel and console light(s). Lighting shall be designed and located so that no glare is reflected into the driver's eyes or his line of vision from the switch control panels or other areas that are illuminated while the vehicle is in motion.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
CREW COMPARTMENT DOME LIGHTS
The crew compartment shall be provided with eight (8) overhead low profile "dual-intensity" LED dome lights. Each dome light shall produce a minimum of 750 Lumens of warm white light and shall provide excellent color rendering for patient care/diagnosis. The light lens shall be smoothed faced and guaranteed not to yellow or haze. There shall be four (4) lights located on the street side ceiling area and four (4) over the curb side ceiling area.
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These lights shall be controlled from the crew compartment switch console. The dual level lighting shall work together or may be separately selected from side to side. The dual level feature shall be activated by rocker type switches located in the attendant's control panel. When either the side or rear door(s) are opened, the four (4) lights over street side area shall be automatically activated in the low intensity mode. The lights over the curb side area shall not light automatically to conserve power.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
CHECK-OUT TIMER
A 15-minute spring wound mechanical timer(s) shall be provided and installed at the head of squad bench adjacent to the side entry door. Timer to control the curb side dome side dome lights.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT LIGHTS
Lighting for exterior storage compartments shall be accomplished utilizing UL Listed Hi-Brite Flex light strip with surface-mounted LED's on a flexible printed circuit board strip. Lights shall have an expected lifetime of 50,000 hours and shall be water, dust and impact resistant. Lights shall be activated by magnetic door jamb switches.
Each exterior compartment shall have one (1) strip LED light installed full height on each side of the door opening. Lights shall not run across the top of the compartment door opening. All strip lights are to be installed as close to the door opening edge as possible but cannot interfere with the access to equipment and supplies.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
AUDIBLE WARNING SYSTEMS
SIREN
The rescue vehicle shall be equipped with a Whelen model 295HFS7 hands free, remote dual siren amplifier with flush mount control head. Each amplifier connected to a single 100-watt speaker.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
SIREN SPEAKERS
Two (2) 100 watt speakers shall be installed through the front OEM bumper.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No _
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SECTION 8.0 – PAINT/LETTERING/GRAPHICS
The chassis shall be OEM White. The cab roof shall remain the OEM white. The module body shall be painted Pierce #90 Candy Apple Red. Paint design and layout shall match existing fleet.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
MODULE SURFACE PREPARATION
A corrosion inhibitor shall be used on specified exterior surfaces and on specified fasteners, hinges and accessories that are subject to the effects of corrosion due to the electrolytic process that occurs between dissimilar metals. The product, designated is ECK (or equivalent), is a petroleum-based substance with a very slow rate of desiccation. The substance functions as a barrier to water thus minimizes the electrolytic process.
Above section bid exactly as written: Yes No
PAINT PROCESS
Prior to initiating the surface preparation process, all hardware, handles, light fixtures, door hinges, corner trim, etc. shall be removed from the module body and chassis (if applicable), which does not require refinishing, shall be protected from the ensuing process.
To rid the aluminum body of any extraneous materials or material impurities the entire surface shall be washed and wiped dry with a PPG certified wax and grease remover. Excess weld material shall be removed by grinding all welds, seams and any other body imperfections. The entire surface shall then be sanded with 80 – 150 grit dry sandpaper to provide good adhesion for any fillers and primers, sanding with 150 grit or finer as a final sand. The required areas shall be filled with approved PPG premium light weight filler and sanded smooth. A premium two component glazing putty shall be applied directly over these areas to ensure adequate base for application of primers.
NOTE: Before final cleaning of the metal surfaces before painting, any new holes shall be drilled prior to final cleaning and painting. The entire surface shall be cleaned again with certified wax and grease remover before application of any primers. A two component premium epoxy primer shall be applied to provide a base for adequate adherence of materials to be applied in subsequent steps of this process. A high-quality urethane primer surface shall then be applied. The entire surface to receive a topcoat will be sanded smooth to ensure a level and defect free surface.
Door edges and doorjambs shall be prepared similarly to other body surfaces and finished with a certified colorcoat paint. Clearcoat shall be applied per recommendation of paint manufacturer. The entire surface of vehicle body shall be DA finished sanded with no coarser than 320 grit dry sandpaper. The surface shall be washed and wiped once again with a certified wax and grease remover and tacked for application of epoxy sealer.
Bidder must provide a certificate from their prospective paint manufacturer their facility has been certified for this process.
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REAR REFLECTIVE CHEVRONS
A retroreflective stripe or combination of stripes shall be affixed to the rescue vehicle in the following proportions:
(1) 25 percent of the width of the front of the vehicle visible when approached from the front.
(2) 50 percent of the overall vehicle length visible when approached from each side.
The stripe or combination of stripes shall be a minimum of 4 in. in total vertical width. The 4 in. wide stripe or combination of stripes shall be permitted to be interrupted by objects provided the full stripe is conspicuous as the vehicle is approached.
The rear of the rescue vehicle will have retroreflective striping in a chevron pattern sloping downward and away from the centerline of the vehicle at an angle of 45 degrees. Colors shall be determined during the pre-construction conference. Each stripe shall be 6 inches in width and shall conform to the requirements of ASTM D 4956, Standard Specification for Retroreflective Sheeting for Traffic Control, Section 6.1.1, for Type I Sheeting.
Any printed or processed retroreflective film construction shall conform to the standards required of an integral colored film as specified in ASTM D 4956, Standard Specification for Retroreflective Sheeting for Traffic Control, Section 6.1.1.
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LETTERING / GRAPHICS
The rescue vehicle shall have lettering and graphics to match the existing fleet. Photos will be provided to the successful bidder.
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SECTION 9.0 - MISCELLANEOUS
AMBULANCE COT/STRETCHER
A remanufactured or refurbished Stryker 6086 Performance-Pro XT stretcher shall be included. Stretcher shall be complete and include a single adjustable wheel lock, Trendelenburg feature, G- rated restraints and a G-rated Bolster mattress.
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER
One (1) 5 lb. A-B-C dry chemical fire extinguisher provided and shipped loose with the vehicle.
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SCBA STORAGE TUBES
There shall be two (2) SCBA storage tubes mounted above the curb side rear wheels. Each tube shall be high strength PVC sized for a 30 minute SCBA cylinder. Each tube shall have a cast aluminum hinged access door with latch.
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TOW EYES
There shall be provided two (2) heavy-duty chrome plated tow eyes. The tow eyes shall be recessed in the rear bumper area and be securely fastened to the chassis frame rails. Each eye shall be approximately 3 ½” inside diameter and the shaft shall be a minimum of 1 ¼” diameter.
SECURE POINTS
There shall be provided four (4) each secure mounting points that shall be used as an anchor location for rope related rescue procedures. Each secure mounting point shall be standard tow-eye design and shall be reinforced and welded to the body framework. There shall be two (2) secure mounting points on each side of the vehicle. Location shall be determined during the pre- construction conference.
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