Hazmat Grant

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Moyers Corners Fire Department is soliciting bids for a Special Operations Squad Unit.

Each bidder must indicate his compliance with these specifications by marking "YES" or "NO" in the appropriate column for each paragraph of this specification. Indicating "YES" to a paragraph will mean full compliance; indicating "NO" will mean an exception is being taken. All exceptions must be fully explained on a separate page, titled "Exceptions", giving reference to the page and paragraph where the exception is being taken. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the bid proposal being rejected.

It is the intent of these specifications to secure apparatus constructed to withstand the severe and continuous use encountered during emergency services. The apparatus will be of the latest type, carefully designed and constructed with due consideration to the nature and distribution of the load to be sustained.

These specifications detail the requirements for general design criteria of painting, equipment and body additions/modifications. In evaluating the bid proposals to determine which proposal is the most advantageous, these major items will be considered.

Apparatus and equipment must meet the specific requirements and intent of the requirements as specified herein. All items of these specifications will conform to the character of the proposed apparatus and the purpose for which it is intended. Bidder will provide only that equipment as required in the following specifications.

The fire apparatus and equipment to be furnished in meeting these specifications must be the products of an established, reputable fire apparatus service center and/or equipment manufacturer. Each bidder will furnish satisfactory evidence of the bidder's ability to construct, supply service parts and technical assistance for the apparatus specified.

The apparatus shall be available for delivery to the Moyers Corners Fire Department no later than 120 calendar days after receipt of order.

Each bidder will supply proof of product liability insurance equal to or exceeding 2,000,000.00 US Dollars. This will be provided as part of the proposal.

Bids will be addressed and submitted in accordance with the advertised "Bid Notice". The words "Special Operations Squad Bid", the date, and the bid opening time must be stated on the face of the sealed bid envelope. It is the bidder’s responsibility to see that their proposals arrive on time.  The bids shall be received no later than _July5, 2011  at 17:00

Late proposals, telegram, facsimile or telephone bids will not be considered.

Each bid will be accompanied by a detailed description of the apparatus and equipment it proposes to furnish. It is the intent of these specifications to cover the furnishing and delivery of a complete and soundly engineered apparatus equipped as specified. Minor details of construction and materials, where not otherwise specified, are left to the discretion of the contractor, after consultation with the purchaser,  who will be solely responsible for the design and construction of all features.

Some items have been specified by brand name or model number. These have been carefully selected because of their reliability and availability for repair or replacement locally. In order to be most responsive, alternate items named, or an item "equal to" the particular item specified by brand name or model, should be clearly identified in the bid proposal.

The Purchaser maintains the right to make a final decision as to the acceptability of an item bid as "equal to" a particular specified item.

No exception will be allowed for any of the aforementioned instructions. Bids not submitted in accordance with these instructions will be rejected.

Bids MUST be submitted in the same format and order as the original published bid to make the review process move at a satisfactory pace.

PRICES AND PAYMENTS

The bid price will be F.O.B. Destination, on a delivered and accepted basis at the Moyers Corners Fire Department.  Unit must be delivered with Title in the name of Moyers Corners FD.

Total price on bidder's proposal sheet must include all items listed in these specifications. Listing any items contained in the specification as an extra cost item will automatically be cause for rejection.

Bidder will compute pricing less federal and state taxes

BID EVALUATION

Bids received will be evaluated by Purchaser. This evaluation will be based as a minimum on the following criteria:
1. Commitment for expedient delivery.
2. Commitment to the general conditions contained herein, including warranty
3. Completeness of the proposal, i.e. The degree to which it responds to all requirements and requests for information contained herein.
4. Manufacturing and delivery schedule.
5. Contractor's demonstrated capabilities and qualifications.
6. Equipment supplier's and/or local representative's demonstrated capabilities and qualifications.
7.  All materials used on this apparatus shall be new and unused.
8.  The bidder shall be an Authorized Dealer of all components specified herein and be authorized to provide direct Warranty service provisions for specified components.

EXCEPTIONS TO SPECIFICATIONS

Exceptions will be referenced to the paragraph and page of these specifications where the item appears. Drawings, photographs, and technical information about the exception will be included as necessary. While the  following specifications detail such items as construction material of the body of the unit, other materials will be considered providing detailed descriptions of the material are included with the response to this specification.

Proposals taking total exception to specifications will not be accepted.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Bidder will furnish free of charge, upon request, technical information, graphs, charts, photographs, instruction guides, or other documentation as requested to show that the equipment offered fully complies with these specifications.

DELIVERY TIME

Each bidder will state the completed apparatus delivery time based on the number of calendar days, starting from the date the sales contract is signed and accepted by the apparatus bidder.

MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP

All equipment furnished will be guaranteed to be new and of current manufacture, to meet all requirements of these specifications, and to be intended use condition at time of delivery.

All workmanship will be of high quality and accomplished in a professional manner so as to ensure a functional apparatus with a pleasing, aesthetic appearance.

CONTRACT AWARD

The Purchaser reserves the right to reject any or all bids deemed to be unresponsive. The Purchaser also reserves the right to waive any informalities, irregularities and technicalities in procedure.

The Purchaser reserves the right, before awarding the contract, to require a bidder to submit evidence of his qualifications as may be deemed necessary. Documentation which may be required is financial soundness, technical competency, and other pertinent qualifications of a bidder, including past performance (experience) with the Purchaser.

CLASS- A SERVICE CENTER / DEALERSHIP 

Each bidder shall submit a statement in reference to their dealership and service center.  The statement shall give the name of the contact person, the phone number, the location and a brief history of the company. 

The Service Center shall be a Dealer owned facility and Authorized to do repair work on the apparatus bid.  

Bidders that use 3rd party service centers shall not be considered. 

The Service Center shall employee EVT certified mechanics at their facility. 

 The Service Center MUST be an AUTHORIZED Ford Direct Ship Up-Fitter. 

The Service Center must be located within 25 miles from the Moyers Corners Fire Department. 

QUALIFICATIONS

The bidder must be an authorized PPG Dealer and possess certification in PPG paint application.

The bidder must be an authorized PPG Warranty Service Center.

CHASSIS:

2011/12 Ford F-350 XL Crew Cab, 200in WB/84in CA16, 500#GVWR Base Bid  
   **Bidder is required to submit an alternate bid on a 2011/12 Ford F-450 Crew Cab. **

  Powertrain/Functional

 • Brakes – 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

• Engine - 6.8L 3 Valve SOHC EFI modular V10 gas (F-450/F-550) 5-Speed Automatic™ – O/D

• Manual-Locking Hubs (4x4)

• Fuel tank – 40-gallon aft-axle (DRW/F-450)

• Stabilizer bars – front & rear

• Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC)

• Steering – power

• Trailer wiring – 7-wire harness w/relays, blunt cut & labeled

 Exterior

 • "3-Blink" Lane change signal

• Bumper – front, chrome

• Fender vents – front

•  Front License Plate Bracket

• Glass – solar-tinted

• Grille – red painted

• Headlamps – dual-beam jewel effect

• Lights – roof/marker clearance lights

• Mirrors – manually telescoping trailer tow mirrors w/manual glass & 2-way fold

• Tow hooks – (2) front

• Underhood service light

• Wheels – F-450 & F-550 – 19.5" argent painted steel

• Window – rear, fixed

 Interior

 • Air conditioning – manual

• Audio – AM/FM stereo w/digital clock & 2-speakers

• Door-trim – armrest/grab handle and reflector

• Floor covering – black vinyl full

• Instrumentation – Multi-function switch message center with Ice Blue™ lighting (three button message controls on steering wheel)

• Mirror – rearview 11.5" day/night

• Power Point, auxiliary

• Scuff plates – color-coordinated

• Seat – Front, HD vinyl, 40/20/40 split bench w/center armrest, cup holder & storage (manual lumbar – driver-side)

• Steering wheel – black vinyl, with tilt and telescoping steering column includes three button message controls

• Sun visors – color-coordinated vinyl, single driver w/pocket, and single passenger w/mirror insert

• Up-Fitter switches (4) on the instrument panel

• Windshield Wipers – interval control

• Outside Temperature Display

 Safety/Security

 • Safety Canopy® System

• Driver and Passenger frontal and side airbag/curtain

• Passenger side air-bag deactivation switch (not incl. w/Crew Cab)

• Belt-Minder® – chime & flashing warning light on I/P if belts not buckled

• SOS Post-Crash Alert System™• Safety Belts (all seats) – color-coordinated w/height adjustment                                                                                                               

 Additional Options• AM/FM Stereo/Single-CD/MP3 Player/Clock with 4-Speakers

• Cruise Control

• Chrome front step bumper

   Passenger side lock cylinder• Accessory Delay

• Power locks

• Remote keyless-entry

• Perimeter Anti-theft alarm

• Power front side-windows

• Power rear side-windows (Crew Cab)

• One-touch down window (driver-side)

• Manually telescoping trailer tow mirrors w/power/heated glass, Heated Convex

  Spotter Mirror & integrated clearance lights/turn signals (XL & XLT only)

• Heavy-Service Front Suspension Package (67H), Extra Heavy-Service Suspension Package (67X) or Ambulance Prep

Package (47A) 

Includes/Additional Optional Equipment 

• Pre-selected springs (See Order Guide Supplemental Reference for springs/FGAWR of specific vehicle configuration 

• Extra Heavy-duty Alternator (67D) w/Power Stroke® gas engine

• 225/70Rx19.5G BSW Traction, includes (4) traction tires on the rear and (2) A/S

   tires on the front

• Transfer Case Skid Plates – 4X4

• 4.88 Limited Slip Rear Differential

• 6" Angular Black Molded-in-Color Running Board

• Transfer Case Skid Plates – 4X4 

Electrical System Shore Line to Box with 110V connection with wiring to power strips in rear console and compartment on office side of box

An Auto Eject Shoreline connection ( on driver side of cab) will be supplied that will allow for charging of batteries as well as supplying power to radio, MCT and electrical outlets in console between rear seats)

Body (Box) SIZE

Box shall be approximately 144” long

Box shall be approximately 96” wide

Box shall be provide approximately 72” of head room inside the box

A detailed drawing, with measurements, of proposed unit MUST accompany the bid

An auxiliary rear step may be required, drawing to be provided.

Complete drawings showing dimensions and height of unit from ground to top as well as ground to height of rear step are to be provided.

 BODY CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW  ** As noted above, alternate body constructions materials will be considered when accompanied by detailed information about type of material and construction process.**

RESCUE SIDE STRUCTURE

The sides are constructed with 4" corner radii. The radii are 4" arc shaped with interlock edge on both sides. The extrusions are also made with a full length vertical structural connector. The extrusion is an alloy of 6061 with a heat treated temper of T‑6 and an ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. The corner and roof are designed to work as a system that has a double gusset connector in each corner joint. The corner, roof, and side is welded, no bolts or rivets are required or permitted Sides are jib locked type construction. The jib holds the corners and body side panels in place while the inner 2" x 2" case is welded into place. The channels have an alloy and temper of 6061‑T6 and an ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. The channels are welded to the roof rail inner structural connector that will meet the roof members. The wall panel is also 6061 alloy and heat treated temper of T‑6 with ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. The panel is stretch leveled .125 "plate which cannot be fabricated. The exterior panel interlocks with the roof, corner and specially designed extruded aluminum compartment frames. 

The frame extrusion is designed to match fit the exterior compartment doors, the frame is a full 1/4" thick to allow taping for door hinges. The door frame has an alloy and temper of 6061‑T6 with an ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. The door frame has an exterior trim edge that channels any water flow away from the compartment opening. This edge is a part of the door frame extrusion, an added edge or molding is not required.

The floor structure consists of 31' x 1‑1/2" structural aluminum "C" channel with an alloy and temper of 6061‑T6 and an ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. The channels will be located twelve (12) inches on center. These channels will extend the full width of the body at the front, rear, and at the wheel well areas. The floor channels will be heliarc welded to the side structure channels or to the channels behind the compartments. Above the floor channels there will be an aluminum moisture shield, .050" thick. Above the moisture shield there will be 3/4" thick exterior grade plywood subflooring. The plywood will be securely attached to the floor surface. The floor surface will be covered with NFPA aluminum diamond plate .125" thick.

ROOF CONSTRUCTION ** as noted above, alternate material will be considered when accompanied by documentation.

The roof will be constructed of .125" thick 6061‑T6 aluminum diamond plate. The roof substructure will consist of 2" x 1‑1/4" 6061‑T6 aluminum channels will span the full width of the body. The roof channels will be welded to the diamond plate roof and to the inner structural connector of the radius. The diamond plate sheet roof will be completely heliarc welded to the roof radii. No caulking will be utilized or be acceptable.

ROOF RADIUS ** note Roof Construction disclaimer

 The roof radius is an extruded aluminum shape with an alloy and temper of 6061‑T6 with an ultimate strength of 42,000 gsi. The shape is a three (3) inch radius with a built in inner structural connector to form a one piece side and roof structure. The radius is a semi‑hollow shape for strength, reduced weight and also allows passage for electrical wires. The roof and side sheets fit into the roof radius and are welded from the inside of the body

STONE GUARDS AND PROTECTION PANELS

To protect areas subject to intensive wear, scuffing, and abuse, additional protection panels shall be installed on the exterior of the body. These panels shall be of aluminum tread plate and/or stainless steel.

MOUNTING OF THE BODY

The body will be mounted to the vehicle with the use of 5/8" steel "U" bolts. These will be a minimum of eight (8) "U" bolts used. The body will rest on oak sills which shall be tapered 1/2" from the front for approximately 24" back. The sills will be supported by 1‑1/2" x 3" x .250" structural aluminum channels with an alloy and temper of 6061‑TG6 and an ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. The channels will run the full length of the vehicle chassis rails. The channels will be across channels that will be welded to the side of the body door frame extrusions. The chassis to the frame rails will be blocked with "C" channels to prevent damage to the frame rails while installing the "U" bolts. Nylon tape will be installed between the "U" bolts and "C" channels to prevent electrolysis.

EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT

Any exterior compartment will be constructed of .125" thick aluminum diamond plate with an alloy and temper of 3003‑14. The bottoms of all compartments will be constructed of .125" thick aluminum plate with an alloy and temper of 5052‑H32. This alloy and temper will have an ultimate strength of 36,000 PSI.

All corners or seams will be heliarc welded fully. No seam caulking is used or acceptable. The compartment will be vented with 9" vents. These vents must be removable. The compartment will be of the "sweep out design".

EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT VENTS

 Exterior side compartment is to be equipped with vent panels. The vent is to be a square 9" x 9" aluminum diamond plate construction with louvers installed. The panels are to be screwed into place and will be easily removable if damaged.

COMPARTMENT DOORS

All door edges and door frames are constructed of a specially designed aluminum * or equal shape of 6061‑T6 alloy and tempered with an ultimate strength of 42,000 psi. All door frames will be heliarc welded to the exterior sheets and to the side structure channels. The exterior sheets fit into the door frame and are welded to the frame from the inside of the body. The door edges are all heliarc welded together and to the outer panels. Exterior door panels are .125° thick 5052‑H32 aluminum plate with an ultimate strength of 38,000 psi. The panel fits into the door edge extrusion and is welded to the extrusion from the inside of the door.

The inner door liner is constructed of aluminum diamond plate sheets with an alloy and temper of 3003‑H12. The liner will be fastened to the door extrusion with stainless steel, the same heavy duty manner as the main compartment and access doors.

STAINLESS STEEL DOOR HINGES

All exterior compartment doors shall access doors and will be equipped with a three (3) inch stainless steel, continuous hinge. The hinge will have a full length 1/4" stainless steel pin. All hinges will be bolted to the door and door frame with 1/4" stainless steel bolts for easy removal if damaged. The hinge will be separated from the door and frame by a Mylar strip which is a corrosion barrier.

RUBBER DOOR GASKETS

All compartment door jambs are to be completely sealed with rubber automotive tube type gaskets. The gasket will be adhesive bonded into place and will be completely compressible to prevent the intake of water and dirt.

All second opening door will be equipped A center seal bar that will also have a tube type rubber gasket.

STAINLESS STEEL DOOR HANDLES

All latch and pin hardware located in the apparatus compartmentation will be mounted within the door for complete protection from the environment. The door will be equipped with an A. L. Hansen model #2102‑L stainless steel bent "D" ring handle. The "D" ring handle will be six inches in diameter and will contain adequate clearance for a "gloved" hand. The "D" ring and handle will actuate two (2) .375" diameter rods at the top and bottom of the first opening door. In addition, all "D" handles are to be of a locking type with all keys being alike.

DOOR SPRING HOLD BACKS

All doors are to be equipped with a spring opener and closer type unit. The door springs are to be bolted to the door and a fabricated spring hold bracket. The door spring will operate on a 50/50 principle, if the door is partially opened it will close, or if the door is over halfway open it will open fully.

ANODIZED DRIP MOLDINGS

In addition to the extruded railings being incorporated into the roof radius, there will also be a supplemental drip railing provided at the tops of the compartmentation.

FUELFILLER

The body will have recessed fuel filler. The filler neck will be recessed in a cast aluminum pocket and hinged door. The pocket will be removable from the body side.

The fuel filler neck will be OEM supplied and filler hoses will be chassis manufacturer standard composition.

The installation of the filler will be as per chassis manufacturer's Body Builders Book or by the FMVSS. The neck will be at proper angle to ensure fluid flow and installed with proper workmanship to maintain integrity in case of side impact.

ROLLED FENDERS

The wheel well opening will be a sufficient size to permit the utilization of tire chains or other traction devices. the wheel housing will be provided with a full fender liners that are rolled as to eliminate pockets that will trap and collect dirt. The liners will be fully seam welded. No CAULKING will be used.

The skirt will be .125" thick c\smooth aluminum sheet that is welded into place. The wheel edge will be trimmed with a rolled 1-1/2" aluminum fender that is bolted in place. The trim ring will have an approximate radius of 18".

DIAMOND PLATE RUB RAILS

The apparatus will be equipped with heavy duty rub rails to prevent body damage should the apparatus be "scuffed" against upright objects.

These rub rails will be constructed of .125" aluminum diamond plate. The rub rails will be designed as to form a "hat shaped" type channel. These rails are to be contoured to the shape of the apparatus body fenders. A minimum of a .250" space will be left between the body and the railing to help defray any damage to the body if the rub rails are hit. The rail will be easily replaceable and not integral.

These rub rails will be mounted utilizing stainless steel nut, nylon spaces, bolts and lock washers for ease of replacement.                   

ADJUSTABLE EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT SHELVES

Shelving will be provided in the exterior compartment as noted on the construction drawing.  These shelves will has a brushed “DA” aluminum surface preparation/finish

The shelves will be fabricated of smooth .125" type 5052 aluminum for durability and ease of mounting equipment. each shelf will have the front and read edges broken to double channel reinforcement, with 2" vertical beam. The shelves will be designed to be used with flanges either in the vertical position to hold various equipment on the shelf, or downward position to hold various equipment on shelf, or downward position for lip free shelf surfaces.

The shelves will be fully adjustable, from the top of the bottom of the compartment. Shelving hardware will be of Unistrut "C" channel design. These units will be of heavy duty quality with unlimited vertical adjustment settings and installation in all equipment compartments for future installation of shelves.

INTERIOR ACCESS DOORS

The access doors will be of the same construction as the exterior compartment doors. The access doors will be insulated with a full 2” thick Styrofoam. The door lock will be F.M.V.S.S 206 “slam” latch with a D-ring locking exterior handle. Each door will be equipped with a chrome plated grab handle for ease in closing and for use in entering the body.

The second rear access door will have a positive rod latch with an inside recess paddle handle to control the door from the inside only.

The side will have the same slam locks with an interior recessed handles. The door panels are to be construction of aluminum diamond plate. The panels will then be fastened with #10 Philips head Stainless Steel sheet metal screws and lock washers.

Exterior door panels are .125” thick 5052-H32 aluminum plate with an ultimate strength of 38,000 psi. The panel fits into the door edge extrusion and is welded to the extrusion from the inside of the door.

Each door will be held open with (2) Cleveland spring which will hold the door 90 degree or will close the door.

16” X 29” WINDOWS   

The two (2) entry doors will be provided with 16” x 29” windows. The glass will be .250” thick automotive safety glass with medium tint. These windows will be trimmed on the interior with aluminum extrusions for easy replacement.

RIGHT SIDE FRONT COMPARTMENT

 Compartment #1 Door assembly to be consistent with spec described above and will include key cylinder lock matching key to rear door.

36“wide x 48” high x 22” deep

______ Vertically hinged door

The following to be installed:
1, (2) Adjustable shelves

INTERIOR LINING

The interior will be a smooth aluminum ** or equal finish that is baked enamel white sheets.

The sheets will screwed in place with stainless steel fasteners every 12” on center.

The sheet panels will be trimmed with aluminum angles and flats that will also held in place with stainless steel fasteners. The inside corners will be trimmed with 1-1/2” angles. The bottoms at the floor level will be trimmed with aluminum tread plate.  Interior of body will be equipped with an 8” wood rail on all walls.  This wood rail will be mounted on a 1 ½” block that will allow for tying off material (similar to the interior of a moving van)

INTERIOR BODY SHELVING

Officer side wall of interior body (box) will be equipped with two shelves that run from front of body to within 18” of rear of body.  The shelves will be equipped with a containment netting that can be secures via hook and eye type fastening.

Interior Body SCBA Mounting

There will be provide within the rear compartment mounting brackets capable of holding two (2) complete Scott 1 hour bottle SCBA and two (2) brackets capable of holding 1 hour cylinders.

REAR TRAILER HITCH

Under the rear step at the center there will be a square tubular steel towing receiver. The receiver will be reinforced to the chassis steel structure with a slide in hitch assembly. In order to assist in the safe towing of all trailers, safety loops for chains and a 12 volt receptacle compatible with customer owned trailer.

STEP BUMPER CONSTRUCTION

The rear step of the apparatus will be a full width and wall not exceed 10"in depth. The bumper will be constructed of aluminum diamond plate and aluminum grip strut material. The center step area will be fabricated of grip strut in order to a high traction step area for safety purposes.

Each end of the bumper will be rolled fabricated to form an aluminum diamond plate impact absorbing 8'' x 20" x 9" removable bumper end. This will allow for the installation of rubber bumpers if required.The assembly will be bolted together will stainles steel nuts and bolts.

The step's sub‑structure will be constructed with 1‑1/2" x 3" steel channel for strength. The channel will be welded directly to the chassis frame and will be placed as to form a structural matrix and keep the body in a complete modular form.

There will be a aluminum diamond plate kick plate above the bumper.

FRONT CUSTOM CONSOLE

One (1) Custom aluminum center console will be installed between the officer and the driver.  The console will hold radios, siren, maps.

REAR CUSTOM CENTER CONSOLE

One (1) custom aluminum rear center console will be installed between the two (2) forward facing SCBA seats.  The console will have a lift open lid.  Two electrical power outlets will be mounted inside the console.  Power will be supplied via external electrical connection.

REAR SEATS

The rear two (2) seats shall be bucket type.

MUD FLAPS

Plain black mud flaps will be installed behind the rear wheels.  Front wheels splash guard will integral part of the running boards.

DRY DECK MATTING

There will be dry deck matting provided in each compartment on shelves, trays and flooring.

DO NOT MOVE APPARATUS INDICATOR

A flashing red indicator light (located in the driving compartment) will be illuminated automatically per NFPA (1996 edition, 9-11 or 1999 edition 11-11).  The light will be labeled "Do Not Move Apparatus If Light Is On".

AMDOR LUMA BAR™ COMPARTMENT LIGHTING SPECIFICATION

All Compartment Lighting will be comprised of the AMDOR Luma Bar™ LED system without exception or substitution.  The AMDOR Luma Bar™ system utilized shall include the following key features: 

• Wide angle 120 degree surface mount LED installed on a printed circuit board for shock and vibration resistance.
• Lighting shall be enclosed within a high impact polycarbonate enclosure
• Output shall exceed NFPA 1901 Compartment Lighting standard
• Draw not to exceed 130 mA per foot / forward voltage of 20mA per LED
• 21” boards shall be connected in series using a high grade Molex connector
• Lighting system shall include the patented ability to aim the printed circuit board for differing applications and compartment layouts.
• System shall provide the option to utilize an extruded aluminum retainer for installation.

NFPA LIGHTING PACKAGE

 Code 33892L6 Siren with light bar controls

• Front grille warning lights behind grille
• Hideaway strobes in headlights

• C3100 Speaker
• Thirteen (13)) Red Code 3 45BZR LED
• One (1) Amber 45BZR Perimeter light on rear
• One (1) Code 3 2747A LED Light bar with Alleys, TD, Intersectors
• Back-up alarm
• Chrome shoreline and 15 AMP procharger
• LED Traffic Director on Rear of Body

• All warning lights to be wired to Chassis (Ford) Upfitter Switches

DOT LIGHTING

Lighting and reflectors will be provided to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard FMVSS-108. This shall include stop/tail/turn light and back up light on the rear of each body side module. These lights shall be mounted to the body with appropriate gaskets. The street side module shall have a license plate and mount for license plate under it. Note: On bodies over 80" wide, a red triple clearance light cluster shall be provided in the lower center of the rear panel. All wiring shall be in split convoluted loom to form a harness. An aluminum protection cover shall be provided over the harnesses at the inside rear body panel to guard against damaging the harness due to shifting cargo in the compartments. Lights to be LED style.

COMPARTMENT LIGHT SWITCHES

One (1) switch per compartment shall be installed so the compartment light(s) shall illuminate only when compartment door is open.

DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT

One (1) door ajar warning light shall be provided and installed in the console to indicate an open body compartment door. The light shall be properly marked with a sign "Warning Door Ajar".

INTERIOR LIGHTS

There shall be a total of six (6) 20” LED Lumabar light strips to light the rear compartment body.

GROUND LIGHTS – AMDOR LUMABAR H20 

• Two (2) ground lights shall be installed at the entry of the cab, one (1) on each side.
• Two (2) ground lights shall be installed below the front bed, one (1) on each side.
• Two (2) ground lights shall be installed below the rear steps, one (1) on each side.
• These ground lights will be illuminated by a separate switch.

SCENE LIGHTS

Four (4) Fire Research LED900-Q65  12V scene lights mounted at the front and rear of the Truck, two (2) on each side. The light shall be single head design. Two (2) light mounted on each side will increase visibility around the apparatus during night operations.

Mounted in the rear upper section of the body, two (2) LED900-Q65 scene lights one (1) on each side.

120 VOLT INVERTER

There shall be a 3000 watt digital inverter with four (4) AC outlets installed in the body.

NFPA LETTERING AND STRIPING

The finished apparatus will be lettered to match the existing apparatus, 4" Reflective 3M stripping shall be applied on the Cab & the truck as per NFPA.

At least 50 percent of the cab and body length on each side, at least 50 percent of the width of the rear, and at least 25 percent of the width of the front of the apparatus shall have reflective material affixed to it.

Inside door reflective striping - All driving and crew compartment doors shall have reflective material affixed to the inside of each door.

A chevron of lime/red shall be installed on the rear of the apparatus.

EQUIPMENT

Two (2) medium Kochek wheel chocks with storage brackets shall be mounted under compartment L1.

GENERAL WARRANTY

The bidder shall provide a warranty for the workmanship on the apparatus consisting of a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery. 

By extension, the bidder shall honor the warranties offered by all associated original equipment manufacturers provisions applicable to this apparatus.

All warranties stated herein are in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and all other obligations or liabilities. 

PAINT &PAINT WARRANTY

Box Unit Body to match Ford Red Color

Color to match existing MCFD Squad #4

The PPG paint performance guarantee will cover the areas of the vehicle finished with specified product for a period of three (3) years beginning the day the vehicle is delivered to the purchaser.

BODY WARRANTY

The body shall have a ten (10) year structural warranty.

CAB AND CHASSIS WARRANTY

Bidder shall include cab and chassis warranty information with Bid.