12 Passenger Center Isle Van 12-2008.doc

Updated 12/1/2008

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE POWERED EXTENDED LENGTH VAN

CENTER AISLE SEATING

ELEVEN PASSENGERS

PLUS DRIVER

The State of Maine Division of Purchases

And

The Maine Department of Transportation/Office of Passenger & Multi Modal Planning

INDEX

PART I

GENERAL - Scope

Page(s) 3-4

PART II

SPECIFICATIONS

SEC 1.0

DIMENSIONS

SEC. 2.0

CHASSIS

6-7

2.1 Engine

2.2 Transmission

2.3 Steering

2.4 Control

2.5 Brakes

2.6 Axles/Springs

2.7 Tires/Wheels

2.8 Shocks

2.9 Battery

2.10 Alternator

2.11 Fuel System

2.12 Radiator

2.13 Exhaust

PART II

BODY

SEC 3.0

EXTERIOR

7-8-9 3.1 Body

3.2 Exterior Lights

3.3 Passenger/Driver’s Doors

3.4 Passenger Side Entry Door

3.5 Side Door Stepwell

3.6 Emergency (Rear) Door

3.7 Windows/Window Glass

3.8 Passenger Windows

3.9 Windshield

3.10 Wipers

3.11 Mirrors

3.12 Paint/Graphics

SEC. 4.0

INTERIOR

9-10-11

4.1 Walls/Headlining

4.2 Floor

4.3 Seating

4.4 Driver/Front Passenger Seating

4.5 Rails/Stanchions

4.6 Heaters

4.7 Air Conditioning

4.8 Lighting

4.9 Instruments

PART III - SEC. 5.0 MISCEALLANEOUS

PART IV - SEC. 6.0 OPTIONS

PART V - SEC. 7.0 REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS

FULL SIZE CENTER AISLE VAN

PART I - GENERAL

GENERAL

SCOPE

The following specifications are for a current model year, 2009, full size aisle seated van with a capacity of 12 adult passengers, including the driver. This vehicle will be used for the transportation of passengers in both rural and urban areas. The conversion shall incorporate a center aisle design allowing safer passenger entrance and egress.

COMPLETENESS

Any part or detail which makes the vehicle complete and ready for service shall not be omitted, even though such part or detail is not mentioned in these specifications.

The price quoted in any proposal submitted shall include all items of labor, material, tools, equipment and other costs necessary to fully complete the manufacture and delivery of the vehicle pursuant to these specifications.

CONFORMITY

All units or parts not specified shall be manufacturer’s best quality and shall conform in material, design or workmanship to the best practice known in the automotive industry. All parts shall be new and in no case will used, reconditioned or obsolete parts be accepted. The parts on all vehicles provided by the same manufacturer should be interchangeable.

MATERIAL

All material used in conversion of the vehicle shall conform in all respects to the American Society of Testing Materials, Society of Automotive Engineers or similar association standards.

Safer Material Alternatives:

LEAD FREE WHEEL WEIGHTS: TO HELP REDUCE THE NEGATIVE IMPACT ON HUMAN HEALTH AND THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT WE REQUIRE THAT ALL VEHICLES PURCHASED ON THIS ORDER TO BE DELIVERED WITHOUT LEAD WHEEL WEIGHTS..

I. State Purchasing of Safer Alternatives

The State of Maine shall continue its commitment to environmentally preferable procurement so as to purchase products and contract for services that have a reduced negative impact on human health and the natural environment in comparison to other products and services that serve similar purposes. To that end, the State shall carry on its efforts to seek ways to increase the acquisition of such products and services to the extent feasible, balancing price, performance, availability, and safety.

In carrying out this commitment, the Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS), the Division of Purchases, and the Department of Transportation (DOT) in cooperation with other executive branch agencies, shall avoid products and services that contain, use or release chemicals that are PBTs or carcinogens whenever safer alternatives are available, effective and affordable.

II.

Heavy Duty:

· Lead wheel weights will not be accepted

· Prefer liquid balancer KTB tire treatment or approved equivalent.

MERCURY CONTENT: Because of hazards posed to the environment, the State of Maine continues its efforts to phase out the purchase of all products manufactured with any components containing mercury. The State of Maine intends to purchase vehicles free of mercury such as, headlamps, convenience lighting switches and any other component. Best value consideration to be applied.

INSPECTIONS

Pre- Delivery Inspection: A factory pre-delivery inspection is required after vehicles are in the various stages of completion including at least 50% of vehicles being completed and others at various stages of completion but before delivery to dealer. Any deviation from this arrangement MUST be pre-approved by MaineDOT. Inspection to be completed by State of Maine Department of Transportation and representatives of the end user providers, or their designated representatives. Inspectors shall number one (1) person. Cost of inspection, including round trip airfare and lodging (if necessary) for a period not exceeding three (3) days, two (2) nights, allowing one full inspection day shall be included in bid price.

Maine Department of Transportation also reserves the right to: (no costs to the bidder) send in factory inspectors to your factory at anytime during the building of these vehicles. Have a Pre-manufacturing meeting which shall include a meeting with the bidder and the factory representatives, a tour of the factory, and a complete review of the specifications.

The completed vehicles shall be inspected by the Maine Department of Transportation, Office of Passenger & Multi Modal Planning for compliance with all State and Federal Regulations and for compliance with the bid specifications and addendum. Location of inspection shall be determined by the Maine Department of Transportation, Office of Passenger & Multi Modal Planning and the end user agencies. Delivery to the end user shall be the responsibility of the successful bidder.

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS

SAFETY: Vehicles must meet all applicable State, Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards, ADA Regulations and Standards for impact, roll-over, windows, windshields and lights.

POLLUTION: Vehicle must meet all Federal and State of Maine noise level and exhaust emission standards in effect at the time of bid submission.

WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE

Requirement: Manufacturer’s standard warranty must be provided as well as warranty for rust proofing. Warranties covering any and all after market installation(s) shall be provided at the time of bid submission and should clearly state the equipment installed, the extent of the warranty and the length of time for warranty to be in effect. Warranties to be in effect on the date the buyer receives and signs delivery acceptance.

Service: Bidder must be able to provide warranty and maintenance service for the vehicle in the area in which it is to be used. Bidders located outside this area must be able to arrange maintenance and warranty service agreement with a certified distributor located within the area. This requirement is not meant to restrict bidding rather to insure the availability of maintenance and warranty service. Service for any applicable after market equipment installed should be included in that agreement.

Spare Parts: Bidder must be able to provide or assure access to spare or replacement parts in a timely manner.

CERTIFICATIONS

General: Bidder must certify that they are fully authorized distributor of the vehicle being bid, that they are prepared to perform maintenance and warranty service or have arranged for said service with a certified distributor in the area in which the vehicle will be used (must specify contact) and that they can provide spare or replacement parts.

Vehicle Performance and Warranty Form included in this bid package MUST be completed fully and be made a part of the bid response.

Safety and Pollution: Certification of compliance must be submitted in accordance with information contained in Applicable Regulations.

Specifications: Bidder must certify that the vehicle meets or exceeds these specifications and must obtain approval of exception requests and/or approved equals prior to submission of bid response.

PART II TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SEC. 1.0

DIMENSIONS

The following are minimum/maximum dimensional specifications for the requested vehicle.

Wheelbase

Minimum, 138”

Height:

Basic Van

85” Maximum without Raised Top

Overall Length

231” Minimum

Exterior Width

79” Maximum

Excluding Exterior Mirrors

Interior Length

140” Maximum (driver’s seat

To rear wall

Interior Width

66” Minimum

Interior Headroom:

Basic Van

52” Minimum

Without Raised Top

GVWR

9,400# Minimum

WARRANTIES*

Copies of warranties covering

The following must be included:

-Basic Van

-Chassis Power Train

-Bumper to Bumper Roadside

Assistance

-Conversion

-Corrosion

-Water Leakage (Structural)

*Any additional costs related to the warranties should be noted.

SEC. 2.0

CHASSIS

Chassis shall be a full sized 2009 model year passenger van to be used in urban and rural areas and which shall incorporate a center aisle conversion in order to allow safe and convenient entrance and egress.

2.1

ENGINE

Gasoline powered, 5.4L V8, with 255 HP @4500 and 350lb-ft torque @2500. Engine Oil cooler, disposable dry air cleaner and oil filter shall be provided 2.2

TRANSMISSION

4-Speed automatic transmission, overdrive transmission. Auxiliary transmission cooler

2.3

STEERING

Manufacturer’s heavy duty steering gear, with cooler 2.4

CONTROL

As a safety feature, Roll Stability Control features, as made available by the chassis manufacturer shall be provided, and a full description made part of the bid..

2.5

BRAKES

Power, 4-Wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Brake System; mechanical parking brake.

2.6

AXLES/SPRINGS

Front and rear axles shall have a load rating applicable for vehicle loaded to GVWR rating. Twin I-Beam Independent front suspension, front anti-roll bar, front coil springs, rear leaf suspension/springs.

2.7

TIRES/WHEELS

LT245/75Rx16E BSW All Season Tires. Total of five (5) tires; Four (4) on vehicle, one (1) full size spare tire mounted on wheel and balanced, located in underbody crank down carrier if available. Tire pressure Monitoring System. 16 X 7” Steel Wheels 2.8

SHOCKS

Heavy duty shock absorbers

2.9

BATTERY

Battery shall be 12 Volt, minimum 600CCA

2.10

ALTERNATOR

Alternator shall be 135 AMP, 12 Volt Minimum

2.11

FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel Tank shall have a minimum of 30 Gallon capacity with internal

Baffle and shall be mounted inside frame rails.

2.12

RADIATOR

Manufacturer’s heavy duty, large capacity radiator with over flow tank, Permanent anti-freeze protection to -30F on delivery. Radiator cooling fan shall incorporate a viscous fan clutch

2.13

EXHAUST

Exhaust system shall meet U. S. Government noise level and emission, smoke and noxious gases, requirements. Exhaust shall be stainless steel. Aluminized muffler with heat shield to protect underbody of vehicle shall be installed.

2.14

REMOTE START

Vehicle shall be equipped with remote start. Technical information shall be included in bid package, including warranty and procedure for implementing that warranty. The Chassis warranty must not be affected by the inclusion of the remote start.

3.0

EXTERIOR

3.1

BODY

Fully enclosed extended length van, which, after center aisle conversion will have a capacity of eleven (11) adult passengers plus driver. Van to have a minimum 10” Sport Top Roof to provide additional interior height providing a more convenient access to seating by passengers.

3.2

EXTERIOR LIGHTS.

Manufacturer’s standard exterior light package. In addition to standard lighting, lights should be located over passenger’s side double door(s) as well as entry door stepwell. Lights shall be activated when doors are open and facing down in order to illuminate the ground area as well as the entry areas. LED lighting on all exterior locations, if available.

3.3

PASSENGER AND DRIVER’S DOOR

Manufacturer’s standard driver’s door, remote & key locking with exterior drip molding over door to divert rain. Manufacturer’s power door locks to be included. Bidder is requested to list which door(s) are included in the power door lock package. An exterior step shall be installed in the driver’s entry as well as the front passenger door providing a safer more convenient entrance. Step shall be made of perforated steel and be powder coated black. A diamond plate mud flap shall be installed on any step that is adjacent to a wheel well. Diamond plate, mesh, or paint in lieu of powder coating not acceptable.

3.4

PASSENGER SIDE ENTRY DOOR

OEM 60/40 Side Door(s) are requested. Grab rail shall be provided for passenger assistance when entering or leaving vehicle, preferred location shall be behind front passenger seat but not to interfere with boarding vehicle. Grab handle shall be installed on entry door for ease in closing the door from the inside of vehicle.

3.5

SIDE DOOR STEPWELL

An 18” minimum width bus style step shall be installed on the right side of the vehicle at the passenger entry door, allowing easier access to vehicle and constructed to hold a weight of 300# minimum and minimize snow and ice build up on step treads. Stepwell should be constructed of 12GA galvanized steel and use transit rubber treads with contrasting step nosing, yellow or white. Dimensions for step shall be 9” riser height maximum, and a minimum depth of 9”. Stepwell shall be fully enclosed by installing an extension constructed of 12GA steel to the bottom of the side door sections. A rubber seal shall be installed around the perimeter of the door extension to facilitate a proper seal.

3.6

EMERGENCY DOOR

Key Locking rear door(s) which may be opened from inside of the vehicle in the event of an emergency.

3.7

WINDOWS/WINDOW GLASS

OEM Standard glass in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Two (2) windows in rear door(s), roll down windows provided in driver’s entry door, as well as one in front passenger door. OEM passenger windows in all seating locations w/privacy tint.

3.8

PASSENGER WINDOWS

Complete description of window placement and type should be included in bid response. Windows shall be privacy tinted. Rear and side doors should have manufacturer’s standard windows.

3.9

WINDSHIELD

Manufacturer’s standard tinted windshield. One piece laminated safety glass.

3.10

WIPERS

OEM heavy duty electrical two-speed with intermittent feature, windshield/washer incorporated into wiper arms to facilitate wet arm style wipers. Winter wiper blades to be provided.

3.11

MIRRORS

Exterior right and left hand mirrors, 6”x9” minimum mirrors. Mirrors to be heated and remote, low mount with switch controlled. Switch should be located in convenient proximity to the driver.

3.12

PAINT/GRAPHICS

Basic Van shall be OEM white paint. Lettering and graphics shall be included in bid. Information, pictures and/or drawing of exterior graphics shall be included in bid. Additional information on the graphics and lettering will be provided, upon request.

4.0

BODY INTERIOR

4.1

WALLS/HEADLINING

A raised top shall be provided and shall be a “Sport” or “Executive” type. A full description of the top with dimensions shall be included in the bid as well as any picture literature that is available.

Interior shall be manufacturer’s standard and fully factory finished including insulation in side and rear doors, sidewalls.

Headlining in Sport Top shall be insulated and lined in concert and coordination with the basic interior and shall consist of vinyl fiberglass or ABS plastic. Walls shall be gray.

4.2

FLOOR/COVERING

Sub Floor shall consist of ¾” exterior grade tongue and groove plywood, CNC(Computer Numeric Controlled) cut or Approved equal. Transit flooring shall be Lonseal’s Loncoin non-skid type rubber transit flooring, or approved equal, one piece, CNC cut. Flooring must be fully sealed at edges. All flooring material shall be cut via CNC (Computer Numeric Controlled) machine or Approved Equal.

4.3

SEATING/RESTRAINTS

All seating to be Freedman Three Point Integrated Seats, or approved equal. Seats shall be Mid-High, with high level transit quality upholstery and padded grab rails at all seat locations, and shall include integrated 3 point seat belt (shoulder and lap) restraints. Seat space shall be spaced so as to allow a minimum of 28 inches hip to knee space measured between the front of the back cushion and the back of the next forward seat. A dimensional floor plan which incorporates a center aisle design shall be included and must include all seating arrangements and all doors openings. SEATS AND RESTRAINTS MUST BE TESTED AND CERTIFIED FOR USE IN VEHICLE BEING BID. Seats and Restraints shall meet all applicable FMVSS standards.

Bidder shall provide certification of compliance with FMVSS207, 209, 210 as well as test and certifications documents of seat testing. Warranty information on seating must be included with other requested warranty information.

4.4 FRONT PASSENGER

Individual fully padded high back bucket seats with fore and aft slide; recline with lumbar support, shock absorbing and heavy duty fire resistant construction, seat belt and height adjustable shoulder harness. Driver’s seat and front passenger seats to have flip up arm rest on inboard side. Upholstery to be fabric and match interior color.

4.5

STANCHIONS

All stanchions and grab rails shall be constructed of 1-1/4” seamless stainless steel, securely fastened to structural members at all mount points. Stanchions shall not be mounted to sheet metal, fiberglass or non-reinforced areas. A grab rail shall be mounted to interior of right side passenger entry door, curbside. Rail to allow closure of door from inside.

4.6

HEATERS

Vehicles shall be equipped with a minimum 15,000 BTU heater in driver’s area and (1) Minimum 15,000 BTU heater located in the passenger compartment, ducted in such a manner as to ensure proper heat distribution. Heaters are to be individually controlled by a three position switch (low, high and off). Switch located in driver’s area for both heaters and switch located in rear for passenger area heater.

4.7

AIR CONDITIONING

OEM supplied dash air conditioning shall be supplemented with a fully ducted 15,000 BTU minimum capacity passenger compartment system. Front and rear air to be controlled by a three position switch (low, high and off) located in driver’s area. A separate control for rear compartment supplement air system to be located in the rear.

4.8

INTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer’s dome lights which shall be activated when door is opened.

Passenger compartment lights shall consist of a minimum of six (6) ceiling lights installed with three (3) fixtures on each side of compartment and recessed, if available. All lights to be LED, if available 4.9

INSTRUMENTS

Lighted instrument panel shall include:

a.

Ammeter/voltmeter – full range b.

Fuel gauge c.

Oil pressure d.

Temperature e.

Speedometer f.

AM/FM Stereo with digital clock. Flush mounted speakers, front and rear. Speakers may be mounted in headlining or side panels g.

Cell phone power outlet

5.0

MISCELLANEOUS (REQUIRED)

a.

Dual sun visors b.

Standard rear view mirror c.

Wheel wrench/jack d.

All applicable vehicle manuals e.

Tilt steering wheel f.

Cruise control g.

Back Up alarm h.

Daytime running lights i.

Mud Flaps behind front and rear wheels j.

Power package including keyless entry, windows and door locks k.

Vehicle to have roof access panel w/ground to mount antenna for two-way radio. Conduit with wiring shall be installed near driver’s seat for two way installation.

l.

Vehicle shall be completely serviced, tires balanced and steering geometry checked by machine prior to delivery. Documentation of these services being performed must be attached to vendors invoice.

m.

Radio interference suppression measures and devices shall be incorporated into vehicle if necessary and available.

n.

Rear Bumper safety sensor system; Echo Vision or approved equal o.

2 seat belt extensions p.

Safety Equipment to include:

-Triangle Reflector Flare Kit

-5# Rechargeable ABC Type Fire Extinguisher

-Maine Minimum Unit First Aid Kit w/CPR mouthpiece

-Seat Belt Cutter

-Body Fluid Clean Up Kit

SEC. 6.0

OPTIONS:

1.

2” Frame mounted hitch with receiver insert and ball.

Standard four pin wiring harness shall be provided and come pre-wired. Includes Installation 2.

Two position Bike Rack. Rack shall be Sportworks, Stainless Steel or approved equal.

3.

Two-Way Radio. Will provide make and model for radio installed either by bidder or in-field with special arrangements.

4.

One additional passenger seating, if available. Flip seat if additional seat is next to entry door.

SEC.7.0

BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

1. All warranty data including basic vehicle and all sub-components

2. Specifications of proposed engine, transmission and chassis, braking system and suspension

3. Details and specifications for heating and air conditioning systems as proposed

4. FULLY DIMENSIONED FLOOR PLAN

5. Complete description of the proposed seats, securement process and any required testing results and certification of testing applicable to the proposed seating.

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