CITY OF BRENTWOOD Fire & Rescue Department

INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSAL

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Brentwood, 5211 Maryland Way, P.O. Box 788, Brentwood, Tennessee 37024-0788 until 10:30 a.m., Central Time, on Wednesday, August 1st, 2012, for a Custom Fire Apparatus to be used by the Brentwood Fire & Rescue Department. Faxed proposals will not be accepted. Request for Proposal documents are on file and may be obtained at the Brentwood Fire & Rescue Department, Brentwood Municipal Center, 5211 Maryland Way, Brentwood, Tennessee.

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BRENTWOOD FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT Brentwood, Tennessee Request for Proposal for a Custom Fire Apparatus

Intent of Specifications It is the intent of these specifications to cover the furnishing and delivery to the purchaser of a complete apparatus equipped as hereinafter specified. These specifications cover only the general requirements as to the type of construction and tests to which the apparatus must conform, together with certain details as to finish, equipment and appliances with which the successful bidder must conform. Minor details of construction and materials where not otherwise specified are left to the discretion of the contractor, who shall be solely responsible for the design and construction of all features.

Each bid shall be accompanied by a set of "contractor's specifications" consisting of a detailed description of the apparatus and equipment proposed and to which the apparatus furnished under contract must conform. The specifications shall indicate size, type, model and make of all component parts and equipment.

HGAC Buyer The City of Brentwood is a member of the HGACBuy Cooperative Purchasing Program. Bidder shall use the HGAC price as the bid for the apparatus if they are participants in the program.

Desired Apparatus The apparatus desired by the fire department is a pumper with a 1,500 GPM fire pump, a 1000 gallon water tank, a large hose storage area, and as much compartmentation space as practical.

Stock Apparatus If the bidder wishes to offer a stock or “demo” apparatus that meets the requirements of this bid request it will be considered by the purchaser. It shall be clearly stated that the proposed truck is a “stock” or “demo” apparatus and all exceptions to these specifications shall be described in detail.

Proposed Vehicle Drawing The bidder shall include with the bid, complete drawings of the proposed vehicles. A separate pump panel layout drawing shall also be included. The drawing shall include all dimensions of the apparatus, including the angles of approach and departure. The dimensions shall be clearly stated. Note: due to local terrain, the angle of departure will be a major issue in determining the truck to be purchased.

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NFPA Certification The apparatus shall be bumper-to-bumper audit certified through Underwriters Laboratory (UL) for compliance with the current edition of NFPA 1901 standards. The certification shall include: all design, production, operational and performance testing of the apparatus. No exceptions.

Construction Standard The apparatus shall meet the edition of NFPA 1901 that is in effect at the time of the bid.

Project Manager The bidder shall identify the project manager for the apparatus in the proposal. This person shall be the primary point of contact throughout the entire build process.

References The bid shall include a list of five (5) customers that have purchased a similar apparatus within the past three (3) years. The list shall include all contact information for each reference.

Delivery Time The bidder shall provide an estimated construction time for completion of the apparatus beginning on the date of contract award.

Bid Evaluation Period/Process Bid shall be valid for a minimum of 60 days from the bid opening date. Each bid shall stand alone and be evaluated on its own merit in terms of meeting the intent of the bid request and the needs of the fire department. Failure of the bidder to provide requested information in the proposal may result in disqualification of the bid. The fire department reserves the right to require additional proof of bidder qualification if needed.

Quality and Workmanship The design of the apparatus must embody the latest approved automotive engineering practices. The workmanship must be of the highest quality. Special consideration shall be given to the following points: accessibility to areas requiring periodic maintenance, ease of operation (including pumping, aerial operation, and driving) and symmetrical proportions. Construction must be rugged with ample safety factors to carry loads as specified and to meet both on and off road requirements and speed as set forth under "performance test and requirements."

Performance Tests and Requirements The road tests required, are those specified in NFPA Standard #1901. There are also local specific road tests that must be conducted due to the terrain in the area. The tests shall be conducted by the bidder at time of delivery to the purchaser in the presence of the accepting au- thority. The test shall be conducted with the apparatus fully loaded with water.

In the event the apparatus fails to meet the test requirements on the first trials, second trials may be made at the option of the bidder within thirty (30) days of the date of the first trials.

Such trials shall be final and conclusive and failure to comply with these requirements a second time shall be cause for rejection.

Permission to keep or store the apparatus in any building owned or occupied by the purchaser during the above specified period, with the permission of the bidder, shall not constitute acceptance. Insurance covering loss, theft or liability shall remain the responsibility of the bidder until formal acceptance is completed.

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Exceptions to Specifications Exceptions shall be considered if they are deemed equal to or superior to the specifications, provided they are fully explained on a separate page entitled "Exceptions to Specifications." failure to denote exceptions in the above manner may result in immediate rejection of the proposal. In addition a general statement taking "Total Exception" to the specifications may result in immediate rejection of bid.

General Construction The apparatus shall be designed and the equipment mounted with due consideration to distribution of load between the front and rear axles so that all specified equipment, including filled water tank, a full complement of personnel and fire hose shall be carried without injury to the apparatus. Weight balance and distribution shall be in accordance with the recommendations of NFPA. Certified laboratories certificate shall be submitted by the manufacturer. Weight of apparatus shall meet all federal axle load laws.

Delivery Requirements The apparatus shall be completely equipped as per these specifications upon arrival and on completion of the required tests shall be ready for immediate service in the fire department of the purchaser. Any and all alterations required at the scene of delivery to comply with these specifications must be done at the contractor's expense.

The custom built fire apparatus shall be driven from the manufacturing facility to the community by a factory trained delivery engineer who shall thoroughly demonstrate the complete apparatus operation and maintenance to the fire department designated personnel. There shall be three (3) training periods, one each day, to expose all personnel to proper apparatus operation. The training shall be scheduled by the fire department.

Brand Names Where brand names or manufacturer’s names are used in this document, they are intended to establish a standard of quality or materials, equipment function and/or process. There is no intent to limit competitive bidding. The decision of the City of Brentwood as to whether an alternate is in fact “equal” shall be final.

Purchaser Rights The purchaser reserves the right to accept or reject any bid. The purchaser also reserves the right to award in their best interest and reserves the right to waive any formalities.

Final Authority The bidder acknowledges that the fire department shall be the final authority in evaluating the proposals. The bidder also acknowledges that if there is a dispute between the bidder and the fire department over what is in the best interest of the department the fire chief or designee will be the final authority.

U.S.A. Manufacturer The entire apparatus shall be assembled within the borders of the continental United States to insure more readily available parts (without added costs and delays caused by tariffs and customs) and service, as well as protecting the purchaser should legal action ever be required.

Manufacturer's Experience The manufacturer selected shall have been in business making similar apparatus for a minimum of twenty (20) years.

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Elimination of Divided Responsibility It is desired that each bidder produces both the chassis and complete apparatus. This will eliminate any divided repair issues. If the bidder does not produce the completed apparatus and relies on a second party for a major component (aerial, cab, etc) the bidder shall be the sole contact for all maintenance issues. The bidder must state compliance with this paragraph. There will be no exceptions to this paragraph.

Repair Facilities The bidder shall have a factory authorized repair facility within a reasonable distance of the fire department. This facility should have a stock of routine replacement parts available at the facility. The location of the nearest facility shall be stated in the bid. If one is not within a reasonable distance then a letter of intent to contract with a local repair company may be required before award of the bid.

Inspection Trips Two (2) inspection trips to the manufacturer’s facility shall be provided. One trip shall be for the pre-build conference and the second shall be after significant completion of the apparatus but prior to delivery. Transportation to the facility shall be by air. Accommodations for two (2) fire department personnel per trip to include all transportation, food and lodging shall be included in the bid price.

The apparatus must be in finished condition and ready for shipment (except for the mounting of loose equipment which may be done in the field) when the final inspection is scheduled.

Demonstrations during inspection A road performance test, pumping demonstration and foam system demonstration will be performed during the final inspection. A “mini” pump test may also be requested at the buyer’s discretion.

Proposal Guarantee A certified check or bid bond in the sum of ten percent (10%) of the total bid price shall be submitted with the “bid proposal” at the time of the bid. The full amount of the bid surety shall be returned to unsuccessful bidders following the award of the contract.

Performance Bond Within twenty (20) days of notification to the successful bidder by the purchaser and prior to any work commencing on the proposed apparatus, the successful bidder shall, at their own expense, obtain and submit to the purchasing entity a performance bond in the amount of 100% of the total contract price. Additionally, each bidder must disclose the price/amount it pays for bonding, per $1,000. This is to demonstrate the economic stability and credit worthiness of the bidder. No exceptions.

Error or Omissions Any error, omission, or inconsistency that is identified by the bidder shall be listed as such in the exceptions page and a proposal to meet the intent of the specifications shall be listed.

Options List An “Options List” will be provided at the end of this document. The option shall be priced “As installed” and any required changes if the option is provided shall be noted. If the option is not priced then it shall be assumed that the bidder chooses not to provide to option.

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Chassis Frame The chassis frame shall be constructed of 110,000 PSI minimum yield steel that has been formed into a "C" channel shape.

The frame design should minimize deflection under load and provide the best possible ride and allow maximum lifespan of the frame. The resulting frame system shall have a resisting bending moment that is as strong as possible.

The frame rails shall be powder coated in order to insure superior paint adhesion. Frame cutouts for the engine shall be made with a plasma torch in order to minimize the heat-affected zone caused by the cut.

The apparatus manufacturer shall provide a lifetime warranty to the original purchaser against cracking of the frame components.

Chassis Frame Paint The frame and running gear shall be painted gloss black enamel. The running gear shall consist of the axles, drivelines, air tanks, steering gear, frame mounted brackets, draglink, and fuel tank.

The air system piping and electrical harnesses shall not be installed in the frame until after the frame has been painted. This will insure complete coverage of paint behind those areas; as well as to insure the air piping and wiring harnesses are not painted.

Extended Front Bumper There shall be a 12" high double rib polished stainless steel wrap-around bumper provided at the front of the apparatus. Laser cut perforated grilles shall be incorporated into the bumper and located at the outboard of the frame rails for the air horns and at the center for the siren speaker. A gravel shield shall be provided, constructed of aluminum diamond plate. The bumper extension shall be approximately 24".

Bumper Compartment There shall be a hose well compartment located in the center of the front bumper between the frame rails. The compartment shall be constructed of .125" smooth aluminum plate. The chassis frame extension shall be covered on the top and each side with non-slip aluminum diamond plate to form a service walkway. The walkway shall be adequately reinforced to support the weight of personnel standing or walking on the gravel shield.

A hose tray constructed of smooth aluminum, shall be recessed into the center of the front bumper extension. The tray shall hold 25’ of 6” suction hose. A hinged aluminum cover with gas shocks and latches shall be provided to secure the hose in the tray. A black rubber grating and drainage holes shall be included in the bottom of the tray

Air Horns There shall be two (2) Grover Stutter-tone air horns that shall be made from spun brass and chrome plated. The air horns shall be mounted, one (1) each side, outboard the frame rails. The sounding unit shall be die cast and easily separated for service. The horns shall be mounted behind the front bumper with holes cut into the bumper. The bumper must be extended to permit air horn clearance from chassis obstructions.

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Front Axle The front axle shall be a Meritor (Rockwell) axle appropriately rated for the weight of the proposed apparatus. It shall be equipped with oil seals with transparent cover for oil level inspection. The standard Meritor (Rockwell) parts and labor warranty shall cover the front axle.

Front /Rear Brakes The front and rear axles shall be equipped with air operated disk brakes that shall be as large as practical with automatic slack adjusters.

Front Suspension The front suspension shall have a capacity appropriate for the completed vehicle.

Rear Axle The rear axle shall be a Meritor (Rockwell) axle assembly with a capacity appropriate for the completed vehicle. The rear axle shall be equipped with oil bath type wheel end seals. The standard Meritor (Rockwell) parts and labor warranty shall cover the rear axle.

Rear Axle Suspension A Hendrickson FIREMAAX air ride rear suspension shall be provided. The ground rating of the suspension shall be appropriate for the weight of the completed apparatus.

Vehicle Top Speed The apparatus shall be subject to a maximum speed limit that varies according to the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and the water or foam tank capacity.

Automatic Tire Chain System One (1) pair of Ruud “Roto-grip” (or equal) 18 strand automatic tire chains shall be provided at the rear. The activation switch shall be lighted to indicate when the chains are engaged and guarded to avoid accidental engagement of the automatic chains.

Automatic Chassis Lubrication A Vogel automatic lubrication system shall be installed to provide automatic grease application to lubrication wear points. The gear pump and reservoir shall be located in an accessible location.

Air Brake System The air brake system shall meet the requirements of FMVSS-121. The system shall consist of a minimum of four (4) reservoirs with a total capacity of 5700 cubic inches. One tank shall be the “wet” tank and be isolated for use with the air horns and air outlets. The system shall be of dual circuit and quick build up design powered by an engine mounted gear driven air compressor. The system shall be protected by a heated dryer and shall have a heated automatic moisture ejector on the wet tank. There shall be pull cord drain valves installed on the other air tanks. The system shall be plumbed using color-coded nylon air lines with brass fittings.

The air system shall include a Wabco System Saver 1200 air dryer with integral 12-volt heated moisture ejector. The air dryer shall have a spin on desiccant cartridge and incorporate an integral turbo cutoff valve. The turbo cut off allows the air dryer to purge water and contaminates without any loss of turbo boost or engine horsepower.

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Battery Charging A Kussmaul auto charge battery system charger shall be provided. A bar graph display shall be provided at a location determined by the purchaser to indicate the state of charge of the battery system. A super electric auto-eject with weatherproof cover and power interrupt shall be provided. The eject plug shall be located on the exterior near the driver door.

ABS Brakes with Automatic Traction Control & Electronic Stability Control The vehicle shall be equipped with an anti-lock brake system with automatic traction control. The system shall test itself each time the vehicle is started and a dash mounted light will go out once the vehicle is moving above 4 mph. The system shall be equipped with a “Mud/Snow” switch to allow tire slip to get out of deep mud or snow. The system shall also control the application and release of the Jacobs Engine Brake to prevent wheel lock-up.

An Electronic Stability Control system shall interface with the engine controller and the ABS system to maintain roll stability. The ABS/ATC/ESC system shall be warranted for a period of 3 years for parts and labor.

Front Tires The front tires shall be Goodyear (or equal) all weather tread of a size and capacity appropriate for the completed apparatus. Recommended tire pressure shall be indicated on a body tag near the tire.

Aluminum Front Wheels The front wheels shall be Alcoa aluminum with a rating appropriate for the completed apparatus. The wheels shall be trimmed with stainless steel hub caps (with hole for oil seals) and stainless lug nut covers.

Rear Tires The rear tires shall be Goodyear (or equal) traction tread, tubeless radial tires of a size and capacity appropriate for the completed apparatus. Recommended tire pressure shall be indicated on a body tag near the tire.

Aluminum Rear Wheels Rear wheels shall be 10-bolt, hub-piloted type Alcoa aluminum with a rating appropriate for the completed apparatus. The outside wheels shall be polished on the outside surface. The rear axle(s) shall be trimmed with stainless steel hub covers and stainless steel nut covers.

Cooling System The cooling system shall have sufficient capacity to meet extended periods of full load operation in local ambient temperatures (0º F & 100º F) and maintain the engine at a temperature not to exceed maximum or minimum operating temperature as recommended by the engine manufacturer. The radiator shall utilize a tube and fin radiator with a square inch frontal area not less than recommended by the engine manufacturer. The radiator shall have a coolant level sight glass and provide a low coolant level warning indicator in the cab. Sufficient anti-freeze agent shall be added to the cooling system to provide freeze protection to a minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit. A corrosion inhibitor shall be installed in the chassis cooling system.

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Cooling System ……cont

Silicone or Gates Green Stripe hoses with stainless steel constant torque type clamps shall be used throughout the cooling system and on heater hoses. A thermostatically controlled clutch fan and radiator shroud shall be provided. Fan shall engage constantly when the apparatus is in the “Pump” mode.

Engine The apparatus shall be powered by a turbocharged Cummins diesel engine producing a minimum of 500 H.P. @ 2100 R.P.M. and a minimum 1650 ft. Lb. Torque @ 1200 R.P.M.

The engine shall have a five year or 200,000 mile warranty and approval by the manufacturer for the intended installation.

The air compressor shall be a 16 CFM engine driven Bendix model BA-941.

The engine fuel filters shall be mounted in a manner that is easily accessible for service or replacement. A primary and secondary filter shall be provided and shall be approved for use by the engine manufacturer.

Engine Brake The engine shall be equipped with a Jacobs compression engine brake. An “on/off” switch and a control for “low/medium/high” shall be provided on the instrument panel within easy reach of the driver. The engine brake shall interface with the ABS brake controller to prevent engine brake operations during adverse braking conditions. A pump shift interlock circuit shall be provided to prevent the engine brake from activating during pumping operations.

The brake light shall activate when the engine brake is engaged.

Air Intake System An air intake system designed to prevent water or embers from entering the air filter meeting NFPA standards shall be provided.

Drivelines The chassis shall be equipped with Spicer drive shafts with full round yokes and universal joints. The driveline shall be rated appropriately for the weight of the completed apparatus the driveshaft’s tubing shall be a minimum of 4.50" diameter with .134" wall thickness and shall be spin balanced.

Exhaust System The engine exhaust system shall be horizontal in design using aluminized steel tubing and muffler. The tail pipe shall exit on the right hand side of the apparatus ahead of the rear tires. There shall be a chrome plated exhaust tailpipe tip provided. The exhaust shall exit 90-degree with straight cut, flush with the side of the unit. The engine exhaust system shall be constructed from heavy-duty truck components. Heat-absorbing sleeves shall be provided on the exhaust pipe in the engine compartment area to reduce the heat, protect the alternator, and also to protect personnel while servicing the engine compartment. The builder may use whatever method necessary to meet the EPA requirements of Particulate Output Reduction that they choose to.

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Transmission The chassis shall be equipped with an Allison EVS4000 five (5) speed automatic transmission. It shall be equipped with WTEC operating controls and programmed for fire apparatus vocation. An electronic oil level indicator shall be provided as well as a diagnostic reader port connection. The transmission shall be geared to provide one-to-one ratio in fourth gear, which shall also be the fire pump drive gear. A dedicated lockup circuit shall be provided for pump operation. The transmission fifth gear shall be an overdrive ratio, permitting the vehicle to reach its top speed at the governed engine speed. The transmission shall be equipped with dual PTO ports with engine speed capabilities. The transmission shall be cooled by the radiator-mounted heat exchanger.

The transmission shall be controlled by an Allison push button type shift control. It shall be internally illuminated for night operation. It shall be mounted to the right of the steering column on the driver dash console.

The chassis shall have a five (5) year parts and labor warranty for the Allison transmission.

65-gallon Fuel Tank The chassis shall be equipped with a 65-gallon rear mounted fuel tank. The tank shall be constructed of aluminum or stainless steel. The tank shall be certified to meet FMCSR 393.65 and 393.67. It shall be baffled and vented and have a drain plug mounted on the bottom.

The fuel lines shall be wire braid reinforced fuel hose with brass reusable fittings and shall be carefully routed along the inside of the frame rails, protected against chaffing by non-conductive frame mounted, stand-off fasteners.

Vehicle Data Recorder/Seat Belt Monitoring System A vehicle data recorder/seat belt monitoring system meeting the requirements of NFPA 1901, section 4.11 shall be provided and installed. Software to download the information and the appropriate interface cable to a computer shall be provided.

Custom Fire Truck Cab The cab shall be a four-door aluminum engine forward raised roof tilt cab capable of seating up to six firefighters. It shall have an "open space" interior design with no inner walls or structural supports.

The cab shall be constructed of aluminum. The corner posts, door slam posts, roof rails and door frames shall be made of custom extrusions designed specifically for this cab. The rear wall and roof shall be reinforced with a grid of rectangular extrusions which are welded to the overall cab extrusion framework. The front corner caps shall be castings designed specifically for this cab and have relief areas cast in place for attachment of roof skin and intersecting structural extrusions.

The cab front shall be of double wall construction resulting in a sealed firewall which reduces drafts in the driver and officer areas.

The engine tunnel shall be a structural part of the cab sill. The rear of the engine tunnel shall allow for maximum leg room for the rear cab passengers. There should be an access door to allow for fluid checks with the cab in the down position if possible.

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Cab Doors The cab doors shall be flush type with a one piece exposed; polished stainless steel piano hinge. The door shall open a minimum of 90 degrees. The doors shall have windows that roll completely down. The door shall use paddle latches inside and out with a rubber gasket isolating the latch from the painted outside surface. The inner door shall be covered with upholstered vinyl or ABS paneling running from the window down to the cab floor. A kick plate of bright aluminum treadplate or stainless steel shall extend from the panel to the bottom of the door. There shall be a grab bar just below window level to assist in door closing. There shall be NFPA required reflective material on the inside of the cab doors.

In accordance with FMVSS 206, all doors shall be equipped with interior manual door locks and keyed alike outer locks. The lock mechanisms shall be part of the paddle latches.

Wheel-well Liners Full wheel well liners shall be installed beneath the cab to protect the bottom of the cab from road splash. The liners shall be constructed of aluminum and be full width. Bright polished stainless steel fenderettes shall be installed at the wheel well openings. Rubber gaskets shall be installed between the fenderette and cab to eliminate contact of dissimilar metals.

Interior Trim The cab interior shall include vinyl covered, sound absorbing headliners front and rear, and a rear wall cover of similar material. These covers serve to finish the interior, cover wiring harnesses and insulate the interior from sound and heat. An insulated covering shall be fitted over the engine tunnel. This covering shall insulate the cab from engine heat and noise. A small door at the rear of the engine tunnel shall be provided to access to the engine oil, transmission oil, power steering fluid and radiator coolant.

The entire step-well, face, back and sides shall be covered with bright aluminum treadplate. The front and rear floor areas shall be covered with slip resistant, foam backed rubber floor matting. The edges shall be protected and trimmed with a bright aluminum rub strip. The cab shall include styled ABS door panels, dash, overhead, glove box and switch panel area. The dash shall include a mounting area for the handheld spotlight. The front door posts shall be covered with styled post covers that cover overhead wire harness and include mounting for rubberized grab handles. The center windshield post shall be covered with a stylized trim cover as well.

Rechargeable Lights Four (4) Streamlite Lightbox flashlights shall be provided and installed. Exact mounting locations shall be determined at the pre-build conference.

Windshield The windshield shall have approximately 4100 square inches of unobstructed viewing area. It shall be two pieces of wrap around design. It shall be laminated and tinted glass.

All other cab glass shall be tinted and tempered.

Sun Visors The cab shall be equipped with as many sun visors as needed to provide adequate coverage across the width of the cab.

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Intermittent Windshield Wipers Two electric pantograph style windshield wipers shall be installed on the front face of the cab. The motors shall operate with an appropriate sweep and use blades that give maximum wiper coverage. A rotary switch shall be provided to adjustable control of the intermittent wipers. A washer reservoir shall be mounted recessed in an easily accessible location.

Exterior Grab Handles Ribbed extruded 24 inch aluminum grab handles shall be positioned behind each cab door. Molded rubber gaskets shall be mounted between the grab handle stanchions and the body in order to prevent corrosion due to dissimilar metals being in contract.

Instrumentation The cab dash shall be made of textured black non-glare panels. For easy viewing, the dial gauges shall be backlit. The panels shall be divided into groups of instruments that make identification sensible and easy to view. All gauges, warning lights and driver controls shall be described in detail.

Steering Column The steering column shall be a tilt and telescope column. Any controls that are located on the steering column and/or wheel shall be described in detail.

Single Tone Cab Paint Finish The cab shall be painted a single color (red). The actual color code shall be determined at the pre-build conference.

Interior Finish - Gray The interior of the cab shall be painted gloss gray in color. The cab metal finish shall be covered with one coat of base self-etching primer. There shall be a sealer primer applied which shall be sanded to a smooth finish. Two coats of finished paint shall be applied. All interior components shall be described in detail regarding the covering (ABS plastic or vinyl)

Glove Box The dash on the officer's side shall include a glove box for storage.

Interior Grab Handle Grab handles shall be installed in the cab at all doors and anywhere else as needed for safety.

Fixed Windows Windows shall be installed in the side walls of the cab between the front and rear doors. The glass shall be tempered and retained with one piece triple locking rubber lacing.

Front Grille The front grille shall be polished aluminum or stainless steel.

Side Grilles Grilles shall be installed on each side of the cab between the doors. The grills shall be polished and of the same material as the front grill. One shall serve as an air intake to the air cleaner and the other as a way to release hot air from the engine tunnel.

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Cab Tilt Pump An electric over hydraulic cab lift pump shall be provided to tilt the cab to service the engine. A hand type manual backup shall be provided should the electric system fail. The hand pump shall be easily accessible with the cab in the down position.

The capacity of the system shall be appropriate to lift the finished cab plus 800 lbs of weight.

Cab Tilt, Lock Suspension The cab shall be supported at four points. At the front there shall be two bronze bushings. At the rear there shall be two hydraulic locking latches. The front of the cab shall pivot and ride on the bushings by means of lubricated pivot pins that retain the cab yoke in the bushings. The bushings allow limited movement of the cab, and isolated the cab from noise and vibration.

The cab shall tilt 45 degrees by means of a pair of hydraulic cylinders driven by an electric pump. The tilt system geometry shall be designed in such a way that the maximum hydraulic pressure in the system shall not exceed one-half the pressure rating of the cylinders or pump when the cab is empty. This allows the fire department to leave some equipment in the cab when maintenance is required.

Once the cab is fully tilted, a safety latch shall automatically engage and act as a positive lock. The lock can be released with a pull cable. The hydraulic cylinders shall be equipped with velocity fuses to prevent the cab from falling should the hydraulic system fail. A warning light shall illuminate at the cab light switch on the dash whenever the cab is not fully latched in the down position.

Hose and Harness Routing Any wiring harness or hydraulic /air hose that must pass to the outside of the frame shall not run over or under the frame flanges. Hydraulic and airlines shall pass through the frame using bulkhead fittings. All battery cables shall also utilize bulkhead fittings. Wiring harness shall pass through the frame within a protective rubber boot. For ease of maintenance the hydraulic / air hoses and electrical wiring harness shall be ran separately down each side of the frame rails. The hydraulic / air hoses shall run down the right side of the frame rails and the electrical wiring shall run down the left side of the frame rails

Heating and Air Conditioning The cab climate control system shall heat and cool the entire cab, including the rear crew area, in the most efficient manner possible. It shall also provide windshield defrost capability in the most efficient manner possible. The unit shall be painted to match the cab interior color. The condenser shall be roof mounted and shall work at full rated capacity at an idle with no engine over heat problems.

The entire roof and back wall shall be heavily insulated with foam to enhance the cooling system.

The heater/defroster/air conditioning controls shall be located within easy reach of the driver and officer. The controls shall be illuminated for easy locating in dark conditions. The controls should be located in such a way that the driver shall not be forced to turn away from the road to make climate control adjustments.

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Cab Mirrors Two side-mounted rear view mirrors shall be aerodynamically designed to reduce wind buffeting and resultant vibration. The mirrors shall provide for power adjustment and heat. The mirrors shall include breakaway mounting brackets.

Driver’s Seat The driver’s seat shall be an 8-way power electric seat. The seat shall be equipped with a 3- point seat belt. The seatbelts shall be RED in color and shall be long enough to accommodate a firefighter wearing turnout gear.

Officer’s Seat The seat shall be a Bostrom Tanker 450 ABTS seat with the “SecureAll” SCBA locking system and shall have an integrated 3-point seat belt, and an “Auto-Pivot & Return” head rest. A parade panel will be supplied with the seat.

Rear Cab Crew Seats The rear cab area shall contain four (4) seats. Two (2) seats shall be mounted at the center of the back wall and be forward facing. Two (2) outer rear facing SCBA seats shall be mounted behind the driver and officer seats. The seats shall be Bostrom Tanker 450 ABTS seats with the “SecureAll” SCBA locking system and shall have integrated 3-point seat belts, and an “Auto- Pivot & Return” head rest. A parade panel will be supplied with the seats.

Standard Front Lighting Headlamps, turn signals, front warning and intersection lights shall be located within chrome warning light modules.

Alternating Flashing Headlights Four (4) halogen rectangular headlights shall be installed in the warning light modules, two (2) each side. The headlights shall be mounted in the lower positions of the module. The chassis high beam headlights will alternately flash and will be controlled by a rocker switch mounted on the emergency light switch panel located in the cab.

Turn Marker Lights Whelen model 400 amber LED lamps shall be mounted outboard of the turn signal at a 45 degree angle off the front of the cab. This lamp is part of the warning light module, and is visible from both the front and side of the vehicle.

LED Cornering Lights Whelen model 400 flashing LED -cornering lamps shall be mounted below the marker light in the warning light module. The lamps are mounted at a 45-degree angle off the front of the cab and are visible from the side and front of the vehicle.

Lower Front Warning Lights Two Whelen model 600 red LED light heads shall be installed inboard of the turn signal in the warning light modules. Oscillating products are not acceptable.

Turn Signals Whelen model 600 amber LED turn signal lamps shall be installed directly above the low beam headlights in the warning light modules.

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DOT lights – LED Five (5) DOT marker lights shall be provided. The lights shall be located as high as practical and spaced per DOT guidelines. The lights shall have non replaceable LED lamps.

Dome Lights There shall be four (4) combination clear/red dome lights mounted in the cab headliner. There shall be one (1) light located over the driver's seat, one (1) located over the officer's seat, and two (2) located in the rear crew area over the rear doors, one (1) each side. The dome light shall have a one (1)-piece bezel, which surrounds an individually switched incandescent clear light and an individually switched LED red light. The clear lights shall activate when any cab door is opened. Any red lights that are turned on shall automatically switch off when the clear light comes on.

Door Courtesy Lights Four (4) split clear/red courtesy lights shall be mounted within each door. The internal optics of the light shall aim down to illuminate the ground around each door. The light shall activate when the door is opened.

Step Lights Shock resistant strip lighting shall be installed to illuminate each step. Parallel wired long life lamps shall be mounted within semi rigid water proof Lexan tubing. The light shall activate when the door is open.

Handheld Spot/Flood Light A 750,000 candlepower, hand held spot/flood light shall be mounted in the cab. The light shall be constructed of black aircraft aluminum. The 12-volt spot/flood light shall utilize 100-watt H-2 spot, 55-watt H-2 flood bulbs and have a momentary switch. This light shall be held in place with a bracket.

Cab Ground Lights There shall be four (4) round 4" clear waterproof lights mounted under the cab, one (1) under each door. All cab underbody lights shall automatically activate when any cab door is opened and by a switch on the dash.

Engine Maintenance Lights Two (2) white 4" incandescent round lights shall be mounted under the cab. The lights shall automatically activate when the cab is tilted.

Door/Rack Ajar Indicators A red strobe light shall be installed in the center of the cab ceiling towards the front. The light shall be wired to all crew and body compartment doors on the apparatus. The light shall be wired to the spring brake system and shall illuminate when the spring brake is released and a door is open. Lights shall be provided in the forward cab overhead console area, visible to both driver and officer. Upon releasing the apparatus parking brake these lights shall automatically flash if any ladder or equipment rack is not in stowed position or any other device has not been properly stowed that may cause damage if the apparatus is moved. Each light shall be clearly labeled with its function.

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Alternator The alternator shall be a Leece-Neville (or equal) model sized appropriately for the electrical needs of the proposed apparatus. The alternator shall meet all current applicable NFPA 1901 edition requirements for performance.

Batteries The battery system shall be a single system consisting of a minimum of four negative ground 12 volt group 31 MHD batteries that are sized appropriately for the intended vehicle. Warranty shall be accepted nationwide.

The batteries shall be installed in a vented battery box with a removable cover to protect the batteries from road dirt and moisture. The batteries are to be placed on Dri-Deck and secured with a hold down.

There shall be one set (two studs) of battery jumper terminals located near the battery box. The terminals shall be easily accessible with the cab down. The terminals shall have plastic color- coded covers. Each terminal shall be tagged to indicate positive/negative.

There shall be large capacity fuses (appropriately sized) protecting the pump primer electric cab tilt and other battery fed options as required.

The batteries shall be easily accessible for servicing.

Total System Manager - Class 1 The apparatus shall be equipped with a Class 1 Total System Manager (TSM) for performing electrical load management. The TSM shall have two (2) modes of operation, a "calling right of way" mode and a "blocking right of way" mode. The "blocking right of way" mode is activated only when the park brake is set. Load shedding may occur "only" in the "blocking right of way" mode and when the battery voltage level reaches your programmed shed level. The Total System Manager shall have a digital display to indicate system voltage in normal operation mode and also indicate the output configuration during programmable mode. The Total System Manager shall be protected against reverse polarity and shorted outputs, and be enclosed in a metal enclosure to enhance EMR/RFI protection.

Air Horn Operation There shall be a floor mounted foot switch to operate the air horn. Switch shall be mounted on the officer’s side in the cab. The driver shall be able to operate the air horns by using the center horn button on the steering wheel.

Back-up Alarm There shall be an electronic beeper that sounds when the truck is placed in reverse. The beeper shall be heard over all engine noise, to warn persons near or on the truck.

Cab Warning and Capacity Plates Plates shall be installed in plain view stating seating capacity, fluid capacity, and height data. Any and all plates installed in the cab must be described in detail.

Mud Flaps Mud flaps shall be made from black hard rubber and shall be installed at the rear of the cab fenders.

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Rear Tow Eyes There shall be two (2) rear tow eyes that will consist of 3/4" (.750") thick A-36 steel mounted below the frame at the rear of the vehicle. The tow eyes will be attached to steel weldments that are mounted to the apparatus. The eyes shall have a minimum dimension of three (3) inches.

Fire Pump Hale QMAX-150 Fire pump shall be mid-ship mounted. The fire pump shall be of the double suction single stage centrifugal type, carefully designed in accordance with good modern practice. The rated capacity of the fire pump shall be 1500 gallons per minute in accordance with NFPA# 1901.

The pump shall be equipped with a high quality, spring loaded, and self-adjusting mechanical seal. Wear rings shall be bronze and easily replaceable to restore original pump efficiency.

There shall be a field adjustable intake relief valve installed on the intake side of the pump and terminate with male NST hose thread.

The pump shall have easily replaceable sacrificial anodes installed in the pump body.

The priming pump shall be positive displacement vane type, electrically driven, and conforming to standards outlined in NFPA pamphlet #1901. Primer shall be environmentally safe, self lubricating, oil-less style.

The primer pump should be actuated by a single push button control on the operator's panel.

The gearbox drive shafts shall withstand the full torque of the engine in both road and pump operating conditions. The engagement of the pump transmission shall be of such design so as to permit transfer of power from road to pump operation only after vehicle is completely stopped. The pump shift shall be air actuated from the cab and have both a green "pump engaged" light, and a green "O.K.-to-pump" light. A third green light shall be provided on the pump operator's panel for "throttle ready".

The pump drive unit shall be cast and completely manufactured and tested at the pump manufacturer's factory. The pump, when dry, shall be capable of taking suction and discharging water in compliance with NFPA #1901 chapter 14.

Thread Termination National standard thread shall terminate the inlets and outlets of the apparatus.

Pump Pressure Governor Control An electronic pressure governor shall be provided which is capable of automatically maintaining a desired preset discharge pressure. Logic for the governor system shall be incorporated into the electronic control module on the engine. When operating in the "pressure control" mode, the system shall automatically maintain the discharge pressure set by the operator regardless of flow, within the discharge capabilities of the pump and water supply. While operating in the "throttle control" mode, the system shall automatically maintain the engine speed set by the operator. A preset is also available which allows a predetermined pressure or RPM to be set. The preset pressure or RPM shall be displayed on the message display of the information center. In addition to providing normal throttle functions the "throttle control" mode shall also be used to back up the pressure mode.

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Pump Pressure Governor Control….cont An interlock shall be incorporated into the governor that shall allow the system to become operational only when the parking brake is set and the transmission is in drive with the fire pump is engaged.

Built-in functions include engine tachometer readout, voltmeter readout, engine oil pressure readout, engine temperature readout, check-engine light and stop-engine light and buzzer, low coolant level sensor, throttle control for the engine and other key engine functions.

Thermal Relief Valve There shall be a Hale TRV120 thermal relief valve (TRV) supplied. The valve shall automatically dump a controlled amount of water to atmosphere when the pump water exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The valve shall re-set automatically.

Auxiliary Cooler An auxiliary cooler shall be furnished to provide additional cooling to the engine under extreme pumping conditions.

Valves and Adapters All in-line valves shall be Akron full flow ball valves. Valves shall be capable of holding pressure or vacuum in either direction. Akron drain valves shall be provided.

All valves shall be locking. All valves shall be capable of manual operation and override. Manual overrides shall be easily accessible. If manual operation is not possible then electric operation is allowable. Air operated valves are not acceptable.

Pump Connections All suction and discharge lines (except pump manifolds) 1" and larger shall be heavy-duty stainless steel pipe. Where vibration or chassis flexing may damage or loosen piping or where a coupling is necessary for servicing, a flexible connection shall be furnished. All lines shall be drained by a master drain valve or a separate drain provided at the connection. All individual drain lines for discharges shall be extended with a rubber hose in order to drain below the chassis frame. All water carrying gauge lines shall utilize nylon tubing.

Intake Valve One (1) Hale master intake valve shall be installed on the main pump inlet. It shall be electrically actuated from the pump panel and include a manual override hand wheel on the pump panel. The valve shall include a pressure relief valve to guard against incoming pressure surges. The suction port that feeds the master intake valve shall have 6” NST male threads with a 4” Stortz adaptor with a 30 degree turndowns installed.

Front Inlet & Swivel A 6" front inlet, with chrome long handle cap, shall be provided. The inlet pipe shall be constructed of 5" stainless steel pipe. An air bleeder line shall be provided to eliminate trapped air. The valve shall be an electric operated butterfly valve. A switch located on the pump control panel shall activate the valve. A swiveling elbow shall be provided on the front suction. The swivel shall be constructed of cast brass with chrome plating.

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2-1/2" Left Side Suction A 2-1/2" brass valve shall be installed on the left side of the pump panel. The valve shall be of the fixed pivot design plumbed to the suction side of the pump with 2-1/2" piping. The control handle shall be the quarter turn lock type, and located along side the suction valve. The valve shall come equipped with a chrome plug, chain, brass inlet strainer, a 2-1/2" NST chrome inlet swivel and a 3/4" bleeder/drain valve.

Tank to Pump The tank to pump valve shall be 3" inline, installed between the water tank and the pump. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design and be constructed of bronze. The control shall be a chrome push/pull locking "T" type handle and will be installed on the left pump panel.

Master Drain A master drain will have the capacity to drain the pump. The drain shall be recessed below the side pump panel with the control located under the side running boards. The drain control shall be properly labeled. The water discharged from the drain shall be routed to drain below the chassis frame rails.

Foam Proportioning System A FoamPro (or equal) direct injection foam system shall be provided on the apparatus. The system shall be capable of Class A or B foam injection of up to 6% user selectable rates into multiple discharges that shall be determined at the pre-build conference. The unit shall contain all necessary controls and connections needed

An electronic control panel shall be located on the pump panel and have simple push button operation.

A concentrate clean-out filter screen shall be located so it can easily be reached for maintenance.

Separate Pump Module The pump module shall be a self-supported structure mounted independently from the body and chassis cab. The pump shall be isolated from the chassis in the best possible manner that allows for the pump, the body, and chassis to flex as needed.

Tank Fill There shall be a 1-1/2" pump to tank fill line installed with a 1-1/2" inline bronze valve with 1-1/2" high-pressure flexible hose, tested to 1200 PSI. Valve shall be controlled at the side pump panel with a chrome push/pull locking "T" handle.

1-3/4" Double Crosslay & 2-1/2" Single Crosslay One 1-3/4" double crosslay shall be installed on the apparatus. Each section of the crosslay shall hold 200' of 1-3/4" double jacket fire hose. A 1-1/2" mechanical swivel hose connector shall be used in each of the 1-3/4" crosslays to provide access of hose in either direction.

An additional 2-1/2" single crosslay shall be installed and configured to hold 200' of 2-1/2" double jacket fire hose. A 2-1/2" mechanical swivel hose connector shall be used in the 2-1/2" crosslay to provide access of hose in either direction.

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Crosslay …cont Stainless steel rollers with nylon guides and scuff plates shall be mounted on both ends of the crosslays. Each discharge shall come equipped with a quarter-turn drain valve.

There shall be as much room as possible for the crosslay storage.

2-1/2" Left and Right Side Discharges There shall be as many left and right side discharges as needed. The valves shall be a quarter turn ball type and fixed pivot design to allow easy operation at all pump pressures. The 2-1/2" outlets shall be equipped with an integral, chrome plated, 30-degree elbow terminating with 2- 1/2" male NST threads. A chrome cap and chain shall also be supplied. The valve shall be controlled by a chrome plated, push-pull, locking t-handle on the operator's panel. The discharges shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn, 3/4" drain valve.

2.5" Outlet Left Rear There shall be a 2.5" gated outlet piped to the left rear, adjacent to the hose bed. The outlet shall be installed with proper clearance for spanner wrenches or adapters. Plumbing shall be 2.5" piping and a full flow 2.5" ball valve with the control at the pump operator's panel.

Deluge Riser A 3" deluge riser shall be installed above the pump in such a manner that a monitor can be mounted and used effectively. Piping shall be rigidly braced. The riser shall be gated and controlled from the pump operator’s panel.

Deck Gun Monitor There shall be an Elkhart "Stinger" Model 8297 monitor mounted above the pump. This shall be connected to the deluge riser using an Elkhart 8298 flange adapter. The monitor shall be removable. Quad stacked tips, stream shaper and portable base shall be provided.

Extend-A-Gun A Task Force Tips Extend-A-Gun model XG18 shall be provided and installed. The unit shall allow the deck gun monitor to extend 18”. An audible alarm and flashing warning light shall be installed in the cab to indicate the Extend A Gun is not properly stowed

3” Outlet A Hale Max-Flow 3" electric valve shall be provided on the right side pump panel. The valve shall be controlled at the pump operator's panel. The outlet shall have a 4” Stortz elbow with cap.

Tank Level Gauges The water level and foam tank level gauges shall be Tank Vision (or equal) LED tank level indicators

Pressure Gauges The discharges shall have 2-1/2" “Class 1” red backlit pressure gauges installed on the operator's panel to indicate pressures from 0 - 600 PSI.

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6”Standard Master Gauges One (1) master suction and one (1) master discharge gauge shall be pump panel mounted. These compound gauges shall be “Class 1” red LED backlit pressure gauges that shall read from -30 to 600 PSI.

Booster Tank The 1000 gallon capacity booster tank shall be constructed of polypropylene plastic. The tank shall be constructed and baffled in accordance with NFPA bulletin 1901 requirements. The tank shall be completely removable without disturbing or dismantling the apparatus structure. The tank shall have a lifetime warranty.

Integrated Foam Tank A 30 gallon AFFF foam tank shall be integrated into the booster tank. The tank shall be clearly labeled for which class (A or B) of foam that it is designed to carry.

Extruded Aluminum Body The apparatus body shall be constructed of aluminum plate and extrusions. The framework shall be constructed from aluminum alloy extrusions and shall be electrically seam welded both internally and externally at each joint. Body sides shall be constructed from aluminum extrusion. The horizontal surfaces above the compartment tops shall be constructed from fire apparatus quality treadplate and shall be NFPA compliant non-slip surfaces. The compartment tops shall have a formed edge that shall serve as a drip rail for the compartments below. The tops shall be mounted with stainless steel screws and shall be removable. The complete apparatus body structure shall be all welded construction and shall be free from nuts, bolts and other fasteners.

Subframe The main body shall be strong enough to support the body of the completed, proposed apparatus.

Hose Bed The rear hose bed shall be completely open to allow for quick and easy loading and unloading of hose thus preventing hose and hose couplings from being caught or tangled. Hose bed flooring shall be removable slatted aluminum. There shall be a red nylon/vinyl hose bed cover for the main hose bed. The cover shall be capable of being securely fastened. The hose bed shall be capable of holding a minimum of 1200’ of 4” hose.

Ground Ladders The apparatus shall be equipped with heavy duty aluminum ground ladders. The ladders shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1931 for fire service ground ladder construction. Removable plated steel butt spurs shall be utilized for added strength. A full 1/2", non-rotting, poly rope shall be provided for easy ladder operation.

The ladders shall be Duo-Safety brand and shall have a lifetime warranty against defects.

Ladder Mounting Ground ladder storage shall be provided to place the ladders at a safe and convenient height for unloading and loading. The storage shall be a “Thru the Tank” design. The door over the ladder tunnel shall also be wired through the “DOOR AJAR” indicator light.

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Pump Panel The operator's controls and gauges shall be mounted on a pump panel. These panels shall be hinged or shall be completely removable for easy access to the pump compartment. Each panel shall be split approximately two-thirds of the way from the bottom by an extrusion, which will allow removal of the upper panel for easy access to the gauge and pump compartment.

The operator's gauge panel shall have a vertical stainless steel hinge installed at the left side of the panel with a quarter turn latch at the right to allow easy access to the gauges for servicing. The T-handles shall be mounted directly below this hinged panel in a row with a pressure gauge directly above each handle for ease of identification. The upper portion of the right side pump panel shall have a stainless steel vertical hinge installed at the right side with a bent D-ring handle on the left side for ease of access to the pump compartment and primer oil reservoir. The panel shall be constructed of .125" fire apparatus quality aluminum Treadbrite material.

Air Horn Button A push button switch shall be provided on pump operator’s panel to activate the air horns.

Air Outlet Two (2) air chucks shall be provided adjacent to the pump operator's panel, one on each side. The system shall tie into the wet tank of the brake system and include an 85-PSI pressure protection valve in the outlet line to prevent the brake system from losing all air. An additional air tank of 1450 cu. In. Capacity shall be provided along with a 25 ft. Air hose.

Wheel-well Air Bottle Compartments (3) There shall be Three (3) air bottle compartments located in the rear wheel wells on each side. The compartments shall be fabricated from aluminum. The aluminum is to be rolled to form the air bottle tube and will be supported at the opening by seam welding the tube to the wheel well. The bottom of the tube is also to be supported to eliminate breakage from vibration. The tubes are also to be vented to facilitate moisture drainage. The compartment doors shall be a cast aluminum door with a positive mechanical latch. Compartments shall be lined with a material to protect the air bottle finish and prevent it from sliding out in a turn if the compartment door is accidentally left open.

Fuel Fill A cast aluminum fuel fill pocket shall be recessed into the apparatus body in the rear wheel well. A polished aluminum fuel cap and retention strap shall also be provided. A tag shall be affixed to read "Diesel Fuel Only"

Backboard Storage There will be storage area with the capacity to hold two (2) long style backboards. The location of this compartment shall be left up to the bidder but it shall be clearly specified in the bid and drawings.

Compartment Door Construction All side compartment doors on the apparatus body shall be provided with painted aluminum roll-up doors. The rear compartment shall have an unpainted anodized satin finished aluminum roll-up door. A full width stainless steel lift bar shall be provided on the door assembly with a bar catch installed on each side of the side track extrusion section.

A heavy-duty magnetic switch shall be used for control of “open compartment door warning” system and to control compartment lights.

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Compartments There shall be as many compartments as possible and practical located on both sides of the apparatus. The compartments shall be as large as practical with a maximum amount of door opening area.

All body compartment floors shall be formed from aluminum, fire apparatus quality Treadbrite. The floors shall be welded in place with a continuous weld all around the perimeter to insure maximum strength and water tightness. The external compartment tops shall be constructed of fire apparatus quality aluminum Treadbrite. The compartment tops shall be bolted in place to allow ease of removal for easy access to the body wiring harnesses. The compartment side walls shall be of one piece construction. The walls shall be formed from smooth aluminum plate to add strength to the compartment shelving.

The compartment seams shall be sealed with permanent pliable silicone caulking and each compartment will be louvered to provide adequate ventilation.

All compartment door “clear opening” dimensions shall be provided.

Driver Side Roof Top Compartments Two (2) driver side roof compartments shall be provided. The compartments shall be integral to the driver side assembly. The compartments shall be transverse front to rear and shall include flooring. The flooring shall be smooth plate and shall have drain holes to prevent the accumulation of water.

The compartment top lids shall be raised and constructed of 1/8” (.125”) aluminum treadplate. The lids shall include stainless steel hinges and shall be hinged to the outside of the compartment. Each lid shall include turn latches, grab handle(s) and be wired to the door ajar indicator in the cab.

Lighting shall be provided for each compartment. The lights shall illuminate when the compartment lid is in the open position.

Officer Side Roof Top Compartments Two (2) officer side roof compartments shall be provided. The compartments shall be integral to the officer side assembly. The compartments shall be transverse front to rear and shall include flooring. The flooring shall be smooth plate and shall have drain holes to prevent the accumulation of water. The compartment top lids shall be raised and constructed of 1/8” (.125”) aluminum treadplate. The lids shall include stainless steel hinges and shall be hinged to the outside of the compartment. Each lid shall include turn latches, grab handle(s) and be wired to the door ajar indicator in the cab. Lighting shall be provided for each compartment. The lights shall illuminate when the compartment lid is in the open position.

Rub Rail There shall be a rub rail installed on the sides of the apparatus body, below the lower compartments. Side body marker lights shall be recess mounted in the rub rail for protection.

Turtle Tile There shall be turtle tile (or equal) in all compartment floors. The turtle tile shall be completely removable for cleaning.

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Adjustable Shelves There shall be fully adjustable shelves made from 3/16" smooth aluminum. One shelf shall be located in each compartment. The tracks will be made from aluminum extrusions and will run the full height of the compartment. The shelves shall have a 2" lip on all sides for added strength.

Chrome Folding Steps (2) There shall be large chrome folding steps with a minimum surface area of thirty-five (35) square inches each. The step shall be mounted on the front face of each of the forward compartments.

12 Volt Testing The apparatus low voltage system shall be tested and certified. A copy of certification shall be provided to the purchaser with the apparatus. The following tests shall be conducted and documented: Reserve capacity test Alternator performance test at idle Alternator performance test at full load Low voltage alarm test

Body Electrical The body electrical system shall be designed as an integrated electrical package specifically engineered for fire apparatus application. The integrated electrical system will be comprised of a central power distribution panel which interfaces the body and chassis through an engineered harness system.

Distribution Panel The electrical distribution panel and circuits shall be located in an easily accessible location. A grounding stud shall be incorporated onto the panel enclosure. There shall also be direct battery and ignition controlled feeds located on the panel and they shall be clearly marked. All internal wiring shall be protected by wiring duct wherever possible.

The power distribution relays shall be easily replaceable, automotive style, rated appropriately shall be protected by an appropriately rated circuit breaker. The power distribution relays shall incorporate separate inputs which are able to readily accept outputs from a load management system. The load management inputs should allow for the addition electrical circuits before, during or after the time of delivery without requiring rewiring of the existing distribution panel circuits.

The complete body electrical system shall be 100% documented and contain independent circuit diagrams with point to point wiring information, as well as a general component diagram attached to the inside cover of the distribution panel enclosure.

EMI/RFI Protection The apparatus shall be manufactured to incorporate the latest designs in the electrical system with components that are state of the art to insure electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) emissions are suppressed at the source. The apparatus shall have the ability to operate in typical fire and rescue situations with no adverse effects from EMI and/or RFI.

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Pump Panel Lights LED pump panel light capable of lighting the entire pump panel shall be mounted under a polished aluminum light shield extrusion on each side of the apparatus.

Optical Warning System The optical warning system shall meet all NFPA requirements for responding and blocking mode. All warning lights shall be of the LED type. A master optical warning device switch shall be provided to energize all of the optical warning devices provided. All lights shall operate at not less than the minimum flash rate per minute as specified by NFPA.

The warning light package shall be described in detail at this point.

The apparatus manufacturer shall provide a "certification of compliance" of the warning system as installed meeting requirements of the current NFPA standard.

Electronic Siren One (1) electronic siren (Whelen model 295 or federal PA300) shall be installed at the cab instrument panel complete with noise canceling microphone. The horn button in the steering wheel, a switch on right hand side of cab floor and the control on the siren head shall actuate the siren. A selector switch shall be provided on the instrument panel for control of horn or siren by steering wheel button.

There shall be two (2) matching 100-watt speakers installed thru the front bumper. The speakers shall be wired to the siren.

Q2B Siren with Brake There shall be one (1) Federal model Q2B chrome plated vehicle siren provided. It shall be capable of operation by from both the driver and officer positions of the cab. There shall also be an electric brake switch located in the cab to stop the siren when necessary.

Brow Light There shall be a 12v Fire Research Spectra Q15 LED light mounted to the upper front face of the cab. The light shall be switched from the cab dash. The light shall be clear in color.

Body Scene Lights There shall be a pair of Fire Research Spectra 900 LED scene lights provided. Each scene light shall be mounted to the rear of the apparatus body. The lights shall be controlled by a switch located in the cab. The lights shall be clear.

Fire Research Lights (2) There shall be two (2) 12v, Fire Research Spectra Q15 LED extendable pole lights mounted to the apparatus body. The lights shall be switched from the pump panel. The lights shall be clear in color. Exact placement shall be determined at the pre-build conference.

Directional Light There shall be one (1) Whelen directional indicator provided. The unit shall have LED modules that are mounted in an extruded housing and each module shall be individually replaceable. The lights shall be controlled from a control module located in the cab.

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Clearance Lights and Reflectors All clearance lights shall be of LED construction. All lights and reflectors shall be placed as needed on the apparatus.

Whelen Stop, Turn and Back-up Lights (LED) Stop, turn and backup lights shall be 7" Whelen 700 series, individual fixtures. Fixtures shall be mounted on each rear face of the body recessed in a highly polished, aluminum trim ring.

License Plate Light Chrome license plate light shall be installed on the rear of the vehicle.

Pump Compartment Light There shall be one (1) compartment light with switch installed to illuminate the pump area for service.

Compartment Lighting There shall be LED lights in each compartment. The lighting shall be capable of illuminating the entire compartment including underneath all shelves.

Backup Lights Switch There shall be installed one (1) switch on the control panel located in the cab of the apparatus. This switch will actuate the rear reverse lights to become rear scene lights.

Generator The apparatus shall be equipped with a complete electrical power generation system. A hydraulic 6.0 KW (minimum) generator shall be provided and installed. The generator and wiring shall conform to present national electric codes as outlined in the national fire protection association standards. The generator shall be operable anytime that the apparatus engine is running and meeting the minimum RPM range. A dash switch shall activate the generator.

Cord Reel There shall be a Hannay electric rewind cable reel furnished and mounted in a compartment. The reel shall come complete with 200 feet of 10/3 Seoprene water-resistant (SOW) yellow jacketed cable. A Hannay roller assembly and cable stop ball shall be provided.

A four-way receptacle box with light shall be provided and hard wired to the end of the cable. The box shall be securely mounted in the immediate area of the cord reel. The mounting shall be a fabricated aluminum bracket equipped with a Velcro strap to secure the box. Exact placement will be determined at the pre-build conference.

Breaker Box A circuit breaker box shall be provided with as many GFI breakers as needed. All wiring shall be installed in liquid tight conduit.

20-amp Receptacles (2) There shall be two (2) NEMA #l5-20, 20-amp twist-lock receptacles installed on the apparatus body. The receptacles shall be wired to the breaker box.

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Cab Accessory Panel A panel shall be located in the crew area near the officer. The panel shall consist of six (6) battery hot and six (6) ignition switch circuits. Each circuit shall be capable of 10-ampere 12-volt power and total output of 50-amps. The panel shall be capable of powering accessories such as hand held spotlights, radio chargers, hand lantern chargers and other miscellaneous 12-volt electrical components.

Electrical System Testing- 110 volt The following test shall be performed and documented in regards to wiring and associated equipment with 110 volts: Dielectric voltage Electrical polarity verification - There shall be an electrical polarity verification to determine that connections have been properly made. Operational test - The power source shall be operated at 100 % of its nameplate voltage for a minimum of two (2) hours.

Body Paint Finish The body exterior shall have no mounted components prior to painting to assure full coverage of metal treatments. Box pan compartment doors will be painted separately to assure proper paint coverage on body, doorjambs and door edges. All painted surfaces shall follow procedures that insure a lasting finish.

The apparatus body shall be painted with a minimum of three (3) coats of color, then a minimum of three coats of high luster final finish polyurethane clear.

Cab Corrosion Protection A corrosion preventative material shall be applied during cab construction. A warranty against corrosion perforation shall be provided for the cab.

Paint Color Code The apparatus body paint code shall be the same as the cab paint code.

Scotchlite Stripe There shall be a 6" wide, white Scotchlite stripe installed on the apparatus. The stripe shall meet NFPA requirements for coverage. The exact location and design shall be determined at the pre- build conference.

Rear Reflective Markings A reflective red and yellow chevron pattern will be installed the vehicle rear. The pattern shall meet current NFPA requirements and shall also match the front bumper pattern. Although there is some latitude on the exact shade of yellow to be used, other colors may not be substituted.

Lettering There shall be approximately eighty (80) 3" tall Mylar letters applied to the apparatus. The lettering shall also have a one color Mylar shade applied. The exact color and location of the lettering and shading shall be determined at the pre-build conference.

Operation and Service Manuals Two (2) complete "operation and service" manuals shall be supplied at the time of delivery. Service manual instructions shall include service, maintenance and troubleshooting for major and minor components of the truck. The apparatus manufacturer shall supply part numbers for 27 major components (i.e. Engine, axles, transmission, pump, etc.). CD ROM version of the above mentioned manuals shall also be provided.

Additional Documentation The following documentation shall also be included with completed apparatus: Pump test certification by independent 3rd party Water tank certification by independent 3rd party Engine manufacturer’s statement of installation approval Vehicle weight by a certified scale 12 and 110/220 volt testing by an independent 3rd party An electrical system “amp draw” report

Warranties The following warranties shall be supplied: 1. The apparatus shall be warranted to be free from mechanical defects in workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of acceptance and payment. The apparatus shall be covered for parts and labor costs associated with repairs for a period one (1) year. 2. Life-time warranty on the frame. 3. Seven (7) year warranty on paint. 4. Ten (10) year body structural warranty 5. Ten (10) year cab structural warranty 6. Manufacturers warranties for all major components.

Option List

The option shall be priced “As installed” and any required changes if the option is provided shall be noted. If the option is not priced then it shall be assumed that the bidder chooses not to provide to option.

Options Requested to be priced:

One (1) 1.5” Front Bumper Discharge Color rear camera system with dashboard monitor Will-Burt roof mounted remote control light mast (4 head, LED model, approx 15000 lumens each) Upgrade generator to 10.0 kW Add 2 “flip-up” seats to rear crew area in cab Large LED water tank level indicator on side of cab Inside the cab tire pressure monitoring system AM/FM radio with weather monitoring capability Upgrade main hosebed cover to a hard deck, NPFA approved walking surface 120v inverter with outlets in the cab 500lb slide-out trays in bottom of rearmost compartments Vertical mount slide-out tool boards in Curb side front compartment A remote control monitor/master stream nozzle with wireless remote Receiver Hitches (3) mounted in the front bumper and each side of the apparatus

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