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SOW INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TRAILER ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TRAILER

USDA FOREST SERVICE ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST

A. GENERAL

The purpose of this RFQ is to obtain proposals form qualified vendors for a custom Incident Management Trailer for emergency response use in the Angeles National Forest. All parts and products installed, must meet manufacturer’s specifications, and requirements set forth in this statement of work.

B. BACKGROUND

USDA Forest Service, Angeles National Forest Incident Management Team is tasked with coordinating Forest Service R5 response to numerous national, regional and local emergencies. Although the primary purpose of the Angeles National Forest Incident Management Team (IMT) is for wildfire response, an IMT can respond to a wide range of national and international emergencies, including wildfires, floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunami, riots, spilling of hazardous materials, and other natural or human-caused incidents.

C. SCOPE OR MISSION

1. Proposed work includes the manufacture a custom Incident Management Trailer for emergency response use in the Angeles National Forest.

2. The work in this contract or task order shall consist of a “one-stop” contractor that will perform the manufacture a custom Incident Management Trailer for emergency response use by USDA Forest Service Angeles National Forest Incident Management Team.

D. INTENT OF SPECIFICATIONS

It is the intent of these specifications to obtain a trailer that shall meet the rigorous requirements of the Forest Service. These specifications are intended to describe the type, size and quality of trailer desired and to cover the furnishing and delivery to the purchaser of complete trailer equipped as hereinafter specified.

These specifications are intended to describe the Forest Service’s minimum requirements.

Minor details of construction and materials, where not otherwise specified, are left to the discretion of the manufacturer, who shall be solely responsible for the design and construction of all features.

E. INFORMATION REQUIRED

All required documentation, printed material, manuals, books, charts, schematics, etc., shall be exact as-built representations of the trailer delivered. No exceptions.

Each trailer shall be furnished with the following upon delivery to include a minimum of one (1) original hard copy:

1. Complete sets of operator's manuals for the entire trailer and each major operating system or major component of the trailer.

2. Complete sets of parts books for the entire trailer and each major operating system or major component of the trailer.

3. Assembly line setting tickets with OEM part numbers.

4. Complete maintenance manuals for the entire trailer and each major operating system or major component of the trailer.

5. Complete electrical schematics.

6. Complete air system schematics.

Failure to provide the aforementioned information with the first trailer delivered will be cause for rejection of the delivery. No exceptions.

F. QUALITY ANDWORKMANSHIP

• The design of the trailer must embody the latest approved automotive and emergency apparatus engineering practices.

• The construction must meet the requirements as set forth under "Performance Tests and Requirements."

• Workmanship must be of the highest quality in its respective field.

• The trailer must be designed and completely manufactured in the United States. Shipment of pre-assembled components and body parts, etc., from a non- United States source to an assembly point in the United States is not acceptable.

• The trailer or its parts cannot be subcontracted without written permission of the Forest Service.

G. WARRANTY

Terms:

1. All material and components used in the construction of the vehicle shall be new. Used or reconditioned material or components may be accepted with written approval.

2. All identifying numbers on any component shall be the original manufacturer's number.

3. A minimum, two (2) year unconditional warranty. Guaranteed against failure due to faulty design, materials, workmanship and mounting.

a) The complete trailer including all parts and miscellaneous components, unless otherwise specified.

b) The mounting and installation only of Forest Service supplied components.

4. A minimum, five (5) year unconditional warranty. Guaranteed against failure due to faulty design, materials, workmanship and mounting.

a) Trailer air-ride suspension.

5. A minimum ten (10) year unconditional warranty. Guaranteed against failure due to faulty design, materials, workmanship and mounting.

b) Trailer body.

c) All body supports.

d) All tanks, including fuel tank.

6. A minimum twenty (20) year unconditional warranty. Guaranteed against failure due to faulty design, materials, workmanship and mounting.

a) The trailer frame shall be guaranteed against failure due to workmanship, or buckling, sagging, twisting and/or cracking or to the extent body damage would result.

Contractor Response to Warranty Issues:

1. Keeping vehicles on the road and performing to their maximum ability is crucial to public safety as well as fiscal responsibility. In the event that a warranty issue arises, the COR shall promptly notify the Contractor, via email, identifying the vehicle and the particular deficiency. Once notified, the contractor shall promptly respond by scheduling a time for the vehicle to be inspected and corrected.

2. Accomplish all work in a professional and workmanship like manner at no additional cost to the Government.

3. Warranty response time shall be coordinated between the COR or alternate COR, and the Contractor. The Contractor must be continuously available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM through 3:00 PM, excluding Federal holidays, to receive the vehicles.

4. Depending on magnitude of warranty repair to be made, Contractor shall notify the COR and advise whether:

A. repair will be made at designated US Forest Service location, or B. contractor will transport vehicle to and from Contractor’s work location

5. Warranty repairs shall be made and vehicle returned to US Forest Service within three calendar days after delivery of the vehicle to the Contractor, unless otherwise mutually agreed upon.

6. When warranty repair work is performed, a new warranty period of not less than 30 days shall begin for the affected item(s).

7. The need for the Contractor to respond to warranty claims and perform warranty repairs shall not be an allowable reason for the Contractor to fail to complete other work on time under the terms of this contract.

H. TASKS

1. The Contract shall purchase parts required.

2. The Contractor shall manufacture the Incident Management Trailer as per the specifications included in this Statement of Work

3. Upon completion of equipment installation, the Contractor shall notify COR and arrange a time for Forest Service inspection and acceptance of completed vehicles.

I. PERFORMANCE AND DELIVERY TIMEFRAME

1. The Contractor shall complete the manufacture of the Incident Management Trailer as per the specifications included in this Statement of Work within two hundred and forty (240) calendar days of the approved task order unless otherwise mutually agreed. The Contractor shall test all equipment and confirm that all components function properly before notifying COR that the Incident Management Trailer is (are) ready to deliver to the FS-RO5 designated location: 701 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia CA 91006

2. The Contractor shall notify the COR or his alternate within 24 hours of completion of the Incident Management Trailer. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR or his designee to arrange a time for inspection and acceptance of the trailer. The COR or his designee will make himself available to perform this task within 10 working days of the request by the Contractor, unless otherwise mutually agreed.

3. Upon approval of the Incident Management Trailer by the COR, the Contractor shall provide transportation for completed vehicles to the FS-RO5 designated location: 701 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia CA 91006, within 14 calendar days, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM through 3:00 PM, excluding holidays, unless otherwise agreed to by the COR or his alternate. Deputy Forester Tim Dunfee shall be notified at (760) 920-7515, 24 hours prior to delivery.

4. The Incident Management Trailer shall be delivered clean, with fuel tanks full and ready for immediate operation.

J. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE:

1. The COR his designee, will complete three (3) on-site inspection trips during the period of performance:

• One (1) pre-construction conference

• One (1) mid-construction inspection

• One (1) final performance inspection of the completed trailer

2. Final Performance Inspection shall consist of is not limited to:

• An acceptance road test shall be conducted with the trailer fully loaded; and a continuous run of ten

(10) miles or more shall be made under all driving conditions. The trailer shall track true and smooth and no part of the tractor or trailer shall come into contact during any maneuver.

• The generator shall be placed under full load for a period of time not less than sixty minutes and show no signs of power loss or overheating. Load bank to be provided by the bidder.

• The air conditioning, while operating from the generator, shall cool the trailer interior to 72 degrees within ten (10) minutes and maintain 68 degrees or less within fifteen (15) minutes at 100 degrees ambient temperature and 40% humidity.

• A complete demonstration of how the completed trailer operates shall be conducted by the manufacturer during the on-site acceptance inspection.

3. Contractor shall correct such deficiencies on the spot, when possible, and in all cases, within 24 hours. The COR or his designee shall promptly indicate acceptance or rejection of completed work.

3. The Contractor must be continuously available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM through 3:00 PM, excluding Federal holidays, for the Government to inspect completed vehicles. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR or his designee to arrange a time for inspection and acceptance.

4. Final Inspection shall be completed by the COR or his designee, upon FOB delivery: 701 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia CA 91006. The warranty period shall commence when Final Inspection is complete and the Incident Management Trailer has been accepted.

K. LOCATION OF CONTRACTOR

1. The Contractor’s facility shall be located in the Continental United States.

2. The Contractor’s facility shall be authorized by vehicle and equipment manufacturers to provide installations on law enforcement vehicles, with supporting certifications or equivalent authorizations.

3. Contractor shall provide information with their offer, to identify the location of any proposed worksite facility.

L. CONTRACTOR ELEGIBILITY

The contractor must be registered in the Federal procurement System for Award Management (SAM) and have a valid DUNN’s number as assigned by Dunn & Bradstreet.

M. SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL MANUFACTURING GUIDELINES

The design of the trailer shall embody the latest approved SAE automotive and JIC hydraulic engineering practices and standards. The construction and workmanship throughout shall be of the highest professional quality.

• Welded construction shall not be used in the attachment of the following items: fenders, running boards, and compartment hinges.

• Welding shall not be employed in the assembly of the trailer in any manner that shall prevent the ready removal of any mechanical part or component for service or repair.

• All welding shall be neat and have uniform beads. All welding spatter shall be removed. Any torch cut metal shall have cuts ground smooth.

• The bodies shall have sufficient support from the frame both front and rear.

• All exposed sharp corners of structural members shall be ground to a minimum radius of 1/2" or one-half the material width, whichever is less. All sharp edges, burrs, etc., shall be ground or filed to a smooth radius. Underside of fenders, running boards and inside compartments shall have no protruding sheet metal screws or other sharp objects to hamper vehicle cleaning.

• Polished aluminum diamond plate or stainless steel scuff plates shall be used in all areas that have high exposure to paint finish damage under normal use. These areas include, but are not limited to, surfaces adjacent to walking or stepping surfaces, equipment mounting locations, tripod floodlight heads and areas subject to equipment damage. All areas proposed to have either stainless steel or aluminum diamond plate shall be approved by the Forest Service. Stepping surfaces shall be non-skid NFPA compliant tread plate unless otherwise specified.

• All sound attenuating material shall be securely fastened to mating panel with systems and adhesives recommended by the attenuating material manufacturer. Materials that might be affected by fan blast shall be enclosed in frames and covered with screening.

• Metal or self-tapping screws are acceptable only where they protrude into blind areas not accessible by hand. Otherwise, bolted construction consisting of machine screw with nuts and lock washers shall be employed. Tapped holes, stud welded fasteners, etc., shall be used where necessary to permit items to be removed by one man where he cannot reach the opposite side of the fastener. All fasteners shall meet SAE J429 Standards. No exceptions.

• Use of plastic tubing is acceptable for pneumatics and fluid provided it is color coded.

• Copper tubing used on the trailer shall be encased in nonmetallic fire resistant loom and adequately secured to prevent movement. All tubing nuts used on copper tubing shall be the long shoulder-type nut.

• All tubing or hose fittings used in gauge lines, air system, and fuel system shall be of copper, brass, or stainless steel.

**Cad-plated fittings of any type are not acceptable**

CHASSIS/FRAME

• The trailer shall be manufactured to utilize space and dimensions to fullest extent possible. It shall be the bidder’s responsibility to ensure there is no interference between the connected trailer and industry standard semi-truck. The overall trailer length (stand-alone) shall be 636”, No exceptions.

The overall height shall not exceed 162”, No exceptions. Trailer ground clearance excluding axles shall be 16" minimum. The angle of departure shall be not less than 13°.

• Trailer frames shall be steel, or Forest Service approved material of suitable size and design for the application. The frames shall have sufficient section modulus and strength to support the maximum loaded trailer to preclude sagging, distortion or breakage and shall be approved by the Forest Service. Loads shall not be transmitted to the trailer body to the extent any distortion or cracking becomes present.

TRAILER FRAME

• The upper king pin coupler shall be SAE J-700 rated 2" diameter. The king pin plate shall be approximately .375" thick x 38" wide HSLA (50,000 psi yield strength) steel. King pin located 36” from the front of the trailer.

• Cross members shall meet C12 standard (ASTM A572 G60) HSLA steel channel and shall be included in the frame warranty.

TRAILER AXLE, SUSPENSION AND LANDING GEAR

• Provide a Hendrickson, model VANTRAAX-HKANT- 40K, or equal tandem trailer axle air suspension rated at a minimum of 40,000 lb. capacity. The suspension frame shall be painted with a soft coat material to repel water to help provide protection against rust and corrosion. Dual control valves shall be provided for lateral height control. Spread axle configuration is not acceptable.

• Axles shall be equipped with air operated cam drum service and parking brakes, appropriate ABS components and Meritor or equal self-adjusting slack adjusters, 10-bolt hub piloted hubs and oil bath bearings and seals.

• The trailer shall incorporate an ABS system. The system shall be the most current available. It shall be compatible with the tractor anti-lock braking system and act in tandem whenever the brakes are applied. It shall be an electronic, self-diagnostic system that works with standard air brakes. The major components of the system shall be the Electronic Control Unit (ECU)/Valve Assembly, ABS relay (modulator) valve, tooth wheel and wheel speed sensor. The amber trouble light shall be mounted in a location readily visible to the vehicle operator and shall be labeled, “ABS”.

• There shall four (4) independently operated hydraulic landing gears provided on the trailer. Each shall operate independent of the other to provide the greatest leveling options for the terrain. Two

(2) landing gear shall be located approximately 142” from the front of the trailer, one (1) each side. Two (2) landing gear shall be provided at the rear of the trailer, directly forward of the tandem axle, one (1) each side.

One (1) set of independent controls shall be provided at each landing gear.

Six (6) bubble level gauges shall be provide on the trailer, one (1) at each landing gear, one at the front and one at the rear to assist with leveling.

• Standard semi-trailer quick connect air couplings and appropriately sized air reservoirs shall be provided for service and emergency air.

TRAILER WHEELS AND TIRES

• Provide nine (9) 22.5 x 9 steel wheels, painted on both sides to match the trailer (white).

• Provide nine (9) 295/75R x 22.55 Hankook TL01, or equal tires rated for trailer application.

• All nine (9) tire and wheel assemblies shall be alike and interchangeable.

• Spare tire shall be mounted under the rear of the trailer.

TRAILER BODY CONSTRUCTION

General

The trailer body shall be approximately 102” wide, No exceptions, and divided into four (4) operational areas:

a) Forward Command Area

b) Mid Command Area w/ Slide-out

c) Tech – Galley Area

d) Rear Command Area w/ Slide-out

• Body frame shall be constructed from Jet-Coat or equal steel and aluminum alloy, as appropriate for high tensile strength and corrosion resistance.

• For long-term structural integrity, all imposed loads shall be supported by structural framework.

No load shall be carried by covering sheets.

• All sub floors shall be constructed of 7/8” polypropylene or equal rot resistant ship-lap decking screwed to each floor joist/cross members not to exceed 16” on center.

• The rear of the trailer shall meet current DOT and FMVSS requirements for undercarriage crash deflection.

• All structural body framework shall be constructed of 2” Jet Coat or equal welded steel and shall not exceed 16” on center. The successful bidder shall adequately engineer the body structure for daily severe service operation.

• All exterior walls shall be structurally manufactured to prevent any distortion from daily emergency operation.

• All side and end walls shall be a minimum of 2” thick for adequate insulation to be added during interior finishing and framing shall allow for paneled interior wall covering. Kemlite or equal non-conductive strips shall be used to eliminate electrolysis at dissimilar metal contact points and reduce heat transfer to the interior.

• All flat surfaces of the exterior shall be covered with

• .050 minimum mil finish aluminum sheets. All surface .050 or less shall be provided with sprayed foam insulation for stiffening.

• The roof shall be completely covered with a minimum of .050" alloy aluminum sheet, glued and riveted. Sheets shall be as large as possible to minimize seams. Any exposed rivets shall be adequately sealed to prevent any leakage, no exceptions. The roof shall be constructed to actively shed water and all seams are to be 100% water tight to the satisfaction of the Forest Service, no exceptions. Roof rafters shall be min 12” on center and the entire structure capable of supporting min of four (4) 300 lb. persons equally spaced throughout the trailer length without permanent deformation or structural damage to the roof. The entire roof shall be painted with non- skid, RV roof sealant/paint that is White in color.

• The interior wall between the personnel and storage spaces shall be constructed with an internal structural framework. The dividing wall shall incorporate insulated double wall aluminum sliding pocket doors that effectively separate and seal the two spaces.

• The exterior panels on the front and rear of the body shall be constructed of .050" minimum mill finish aluminum.

• A minimum of three (3) roof-mounted antenna raceways. The antenna raceways shall be approximately 3" high x 3" wide aluminum conduit that penetrates the roof at a single location just above the following locations

a) Forward Command Area

b) Mid Command Area

c) Rear Command Area

Trailer Entrance

• Provide two (2) entrances on the curbside of the trailer, one (1) at the Tech-Galley and one at the Rear Command Area.

• Entrance door to be sedan-type approximately 28"x 76" with slam lock. Door shall be double constructed aluminum with polystyrene foam insulation in the core.

• Hinge shall be stainless steel piano hinge. Forward door shall be provided with a forward hinge.

Rear door shall be provided with a rear hinge.

• Each door shall have a minimum 18" wide x 30" high window with deep tint and tempered glass set in extruded aluminum frames.

• Vinyl covers shall be provided for each window. Covers shall be held in place with snaps.

• A minimum 18" long grab rail with rubber grip inserts shall be installed at an angle on the inner door panel for assisting entering.

• Custom removable steps shall be provided for each entrance. The steps shall be constructed of aluminum treadplate with a min 3" non- slip, yellow front edge. Each tread shall have approximate 11" of surface with 8" rise.

• When not in use, steps shall store in an under body compartment. Removable aluminum handrails shall be provided with each step.

Trailer Exterior Compartments

The following exterior compartment layout dimensions and requirements are minimum specifications. All storage space shall be utilized to the fullest extent possible:

• Provide a min of four (4) equally sized sweep-out belly compartments below floor level forward of the rear axle.

These compartments shall be individually attached and constructed of 14 gauge galvanized steel or Forest Service approved materials.

• Provide a min of one adjustable shelf in each right side compartment.

• One (1) compartment shall be as large as possible to house the onboard 20kw diesel generator.

• One (1) compartment shall be dedicated to house six (6) Group 31 batteries, the trailers 12 volt power center.

• Provide min of two (2) Cast Products or equal weather tight cast aluminum enclosures on the data rack access door electrical and interface connections when deployed to an incident.

Compartment Doors

• The exterior compartment doors shall be aluminum pan or Forest Service approved construction.

• Lower belly compartment doors shall be vertically hinged, overlapping double doors. The forward door shall contain the primary latch. Provide each door with a double spring stainless steel door stay.

• Upper interior access compartment doors shall be horizontally top-hinged and each door shall be supported by min of two (2) appropriate gas charged struts.

• The compartment door design, metal thickness, and attachments must be of the highest industry standards available and be capable of withstanding years of rugged service.

• All exterior compartment doors in the trailer body shall be hinged with full length, polished stainless steel piano type hinges.

• The door design shall permit field replacement of individual damaged panels.

• The compartment doors shall be constructed of aluminum material.

• All door edges and outer surfaces shall be painted to match the body using the same paint process as outlined in the paint requirements herein.

• Each compartment door shall utilize rubber compression style gasket seals to be weather tight and prevent road debris from entering the compartment space.

• All exterior compartment doors shall utilize locking “D” handle rotary slam latches. All locking exterior compartments shall be keyed alike.

FORWARD COMMAND AREA

Forward Command area shall be designed with full width workstations for a min of two (2) personnel on the street side and a min of two (2) personnel on the curb side.

Full Width Workstations

• Workstations shall be approximately 24" deep and located approximately 30" from floor. Each workstation area shall be angled at 45 degrees facing the front of the trailer.

• The desk top surface shall be fabricated of industrial grade Formica or equal.

Workstation Command Board

• Approximately 24” wide x 18” high Magnetic Dry Erase Boards shall be mounted on the wall directly above each work area for a total of four (4) in the Forward Command area.

Workstation Storage

• Overhead storage cabinets shall be provided on the street side and curb side. The cabinets shall be extended the full width from the forward wall to the pocket door wall. Each side shall be split into six (6) equal sections.

• The cabinets shall have horizontally hinged lift up doors. Below each door section shall be a recessed light on the underside of the cabinet.

• All overhead cabinets shall have a pneumatic door stay to hold the doors in the open position.

There shall be radius edging on all exposed corners.

Workstation Data / Power

• Min of one (1) duplex 120 volt outlet shall be provided for each work station.

• Min of one (1) quad 12VDC/USB power supply shall be provided for each work station.

• Min of two (2) RJ-45 phone jacks, White in color, shall be provided at the work stations, one (1) street side and one (1) curbside. The phone system shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) LAN/data RJ-45 jack, Blue in color, shall be provided for each work station. Each data jack shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) RG-59 AV connector provided with wiring routed to the data rack.

Workstation Communications

• There shall be a communication patch panel provided on the wall at the rear street side workstation. The patch panel shall have a min of four (4) four antenna bulkhead mounts, one (1) for each of the antenna cables that are run to theforward roof mounted antenna rail.

• There shall be a Wilson, model 4G-X-50 DB or equal cell phone booster provided and installed in the ceiling of the forward command area.

MID COMMAND AREA W/ ONE WALL SLIDE

Mid Command area, located between the Forward Command and Tech – Galley, shall be designed with slide- out workstations for a min of three (3) personnel on the street side and a min of three (3) personnel on the curb side.

Slide-out - Street Side / Curb Side

• The slide-out section shall extend a minimum of 24" as measured from the outside of the body.

The finished slide-out module interior width shall be a minimum of 144”. The interior height shall be approximately 9" less that the interior height of the body walkway. The installed module shall provide a water tight seal in both the fully extended and the retracted positions.

• The slide-out section shall utilize smooth operating hydraulic system.

• Full width padded foam cushion head bumpers shall be provided in the slide-out. Head bumpers shall be covered with matching interior vinyl.

• There shall be a min of two (2) flashing LED warning lights with red lenses, one at each end of the slide-out section. The lights shall activate and be visible when the unit is extended.

• All electrical wiring installed in the slide-out wall shall run through a boxed type conduit at the lower corner of the system. All wiring shall be enclosed in a flexible, moisture resistant, reinforced conduit, with proper seal tight connectors and hardware. Access shall be provided for inspection of all wiring and the gear and rack mechanism.

• The slide-out must be able to withstand years of rugged service and wear. For this reason, this design, metal thickness and attachments must be strictly adhered to. Slide-outs using light weight metal or fiberglass shall not be acceptable.

• The control panel for the slide-out shall be located on the interior wall adjacent to the slide-out.

• The slide-out shall have a min of two (2) fixed windows with deep tint and tempered glass set in extruded aluminum frames. The windows shall be located on the ends of the slide-out. A vinyl window cover shall be provided with each window. The cover shall have snaps to hold it in place.

The vinyl material and color shall be approved by the Forest Service.

Slide-Out Area Full Width Workstation

• The slide-out area shall be provided with a full width workstation which shall be approximately 24" deep and located approximately 30" from floor. Each workstation area shall have a recessed belly design to accommodate personnel seated in the fixed post chairs.

• The desk top surface shall be fabricated of industrial grade Formica or equal.

• Supply six (6) fixed post chairs, one (1) for each workstation attached to the slide out.

Workstation Command Board

• Approximately 24” wide x 18” high Magnetic Dry Erase Board shall be mounted on the wall directly above each work area for a total of six (6) in the Mid Command area.

Workstation Storage

• An overhead storage cabinet shall be provided in each Mid Command slide-out, street side and curb side. The cabinet shall be extended the full width from the forward wall to the rearward wall.

Each side shall be split into six (6) equal sections.

• The cabinet shall have horizontally hinged lift up doors. Below each door section shall be a recessed light on the underside of the cabinet.

• All overhead cabinets shall have a pneumatic door stay to hold the doors in the open position.

There shall be radius edging on all exposed corners.

Workstation Data / Power

• Min of one (1) duplex 120 volt outlet shall be provided for each work station.

• Min of one (1) quad 12VDC/USB power supply shall be provided for each work station.

• Min of two (2) RJ-45 phone jacks, White in color, shall be provided at the work stations, one (1) street side and one (1) curbside. The phone system shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) LAN/data RJ-45 jack, Blue in color, shall be provided for each work station. Each data jack shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) RG-59 AV connector provided with wiring routed to the data rack.

Workstation Communications

• There shall be a communication patch panel provided on the wall at the rear street side workstation. The patch panel shall have a min of four (4) four antenna bulkhead mounts, one (1) for each of the antenna cables that are run to the mid roof mounted antenna rail.

Pocket Door

• A sliding door shall be provided in the body interior for passage from one area to another. The door shall be installed in the body and shall be recessed in the open position. The door opening shall be a minimum of 28.00".

• The door shall be constructed of aluminum with the following features:

• A fixed window in the upper position.

• A positive holding design when open or closed. Located between the Forward and Mid Command

Areas.

TECH – GALLEY AREA

Tech – Galley Area shall be located directly behind the Mid Command Area and forward of the Rear Command Area. Floor space designed for the following equipment:

a) Street Side – Data Racks, Electrical Closet and Storage Cabinet w/ Counter Top.

b) Curb Side - Tote Closet, Storage Cabinet w/ Counter Top and Entrance Door.

c) Data Racks

There shall be approximately two (2) electronics racks provided. Each rack shall securely house 40 rack units of electronics equipment. The racks shall be mounted to roller assemblies that shall allow the racks to be pulled away from the wall for service. Each rack shall consist of the following parts:

• Min of one (1) Middle Atlantic MRK-4026 (or FS Approved Equal) equipment rack, 40- spaces, approximately 22" wide x 26.4” depth x 76.125” height.

• Min of one (1) 10-place 20-amp receptacle: Middle Atlantic PD-1020C-NS (or FS Approved Equal)

• Min of one (1) UPS Backup System, APC2U3000RM (or FS Approved Equal)

• Min of one (1) locking perforated vent front door: Middle Atlantic LVFD-40 (or FS Approved

Equal)

Electrical Closet

• There shall be an electrical closet provided to house the 12volt and 120volt electrical panels and all related equipment. (Detailed in later sections of the specs)

Storage Cabinet w/ Counter Top

• Storage cabinet shall be furnished on the street side to the rear of the electrical closet. Cabinet shall be approximately 48.00" wide x 22.00" deep with the height extending from the floor to the counter top.

• The cabinet shall be constructed aluminum. Cabinet doors shall be of the same material as the cabinet walls and have a stainless steel hinge.

• The cabinet shall have vertically hinged doors constructed of the same material as the cabinet. The doors shall be mounted to a continuous hinge on the edge of the cabinet. Each door shall have a slam latch preventing the door from opening when not in use.

• There shall be aluminum shelf tracs mounted vertically on the cabinet side walls.

• There shall be a min of two (2) adjustable shelves provided. The shelves shall be fabricated from aluminum sheet with a minimum 1 inch flange at the front and rear to keep stored items in place.

• The counter top shall be fabricated of industrial grade Formica, or equal.

Tote Storage Cabinet

• Tote Storage cabinet shall be furnished on the curb side to the rear of the side entrance door.

Cabinet shall be approximately 18.00" wide x 24.00" deep with the height extending from the floor to the ceiling.

• The cabinet shall be constructed aluminum. Cabinet doors shall be of the same material as the cabinet walls and have a stainless steel hinge.

• The cabinet shall have vertically hinged doors constructed of the same material as the cabinet. The doors shall be mounted to a continuous hinge on the edge of the cabinet. Each door shall have a slam latch preventing the door from opening when not in use.

• There shall be aluminum shelf tracs mounted vertically on the cabinet side walls.

• There shall be approximately three (3) adjustable shelves provided. The shelves shall be fabricated from aluminum sheet with a minimum 1 inch flange at the front and rear to keep stored items in place.

Storage Cabinet w/ Counter Top

• Storage cabinet shall be furnished on the curb side to the rear of the side entrance door. Cabinet shall be approximately 48.00" wide x 22.00" deep with the height extending from the floor to the counter top.

• The cabinet shall be constructed aluminum. Cabinet doors shall be of the same material as the cabinet walls and have a stainless steel hinge.

• The cabinet shall have vertically hinged doors constructed of the same material as the cabinet. The doors shall be mounted to a continuous hinge on the edge of the cabinet. Each door shall have a slam latch preventing the door from opening when not in use.

• There shall be aluminum shelf tracs mounted vertically on the cabinet side walls.

• There shall be approximately two (2) adjustable shelves provided. The shelves shall be fabricated from aluminum sheet with a minimum 1 inch flange at the front and rear to keep stored items in place.

• The counter top shall be fabricated of industrial grade Formica, or equal.

Workstation Data / Power

• Min of two (2) duplex 120 volt outlet shall be provided for each countertop.

• A min of one (1) quad 12VDC/USB power supply shall be provided at each countertop.

• Min of one (1) RJ-45 phone jack, White in color, shall be provided at each countertop, one (1) street side and one (1) curbside. The phone system shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) LAN/data RJ-45 jack, Blue in color, shall be provided for each work station. Each data jack shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

Pocket Door

A sliding door shall be provided in the body interior for passage from one area to another. The door shall be installed in the body and shall be recessed in the open position. The door opening shall be a minimum of 28.00".

The door shall be constructed of aluminum with the following features:

a) A fixed window in the upper position.

b) A positive holding design when open or closed.

c) Located between the Mid Command and Tech Galley.

REAR COMMAND AREA W/ SLIDE-OUT

Rear Command area shall be designed with slide-out workstations for four (4) personnel on the street side, three personnel on the curb side, removable conference table and Command Briefing Board.

Slide-outs - Street Side

• The slide-out section shall extend a minimum of 24" as measured from the outside of the body.

The finished slide-out module interior width shall be a minimum of 180” street side and a minimum of 132” curb side. The interior height shall be approximately 9" less that the interior height of the body walkway. The installed module shall provide a water tight seal in both the fully extended and the retracted positions.

• The slide-out section shall utilize smooth operating hydraulic system.

• Full width padded foam cushion head bumpers shall be provided in the slide-out. Head bumpers shall be covered with matching interior vinyl.

• There shall be a min of two (2) flashing LED warning lights with red lenses, one at each end of the slide-out section. The lights shall activate and be visible when the unit is extended.

• All electrical wiring installed in the slide-out wall shall run through a boxed type conduit at the lower corner of the system. All wiring shall be enclosed in a flexible, moisture resistant, reinforced conduit, with proper seal tight connectors and hardware. Access shall be provided for inspection of all wiring and the gear and rack mechanism.

• The slide-out must be able to withstand years of rugged service and wear. For this reason, this design, metal thickness and attachments must be strictly adhered to. Slide-outs using light weight metal or fiberglass shall not be acceptable.

• The control panel for the slide-out shall be located on the interior wall adjacent to the slide-out.

• Each slide-out shall have a min of two (2) fixed windows with deep tint and tempered glass set in extruded aluminum frames. The windows shall be located on the ends of the slide-out. A vinyl window cover shall be provided with each window. The cover shall have snaps to hold it in place.

The vinyl material and color shall be approved by the Forest Service.

Slide-Out Area Full Width Bench

• The slide-out area on the streetside shall be provided with a full width padded bench seat.

• There shall be individual storage compartments provided under the full length bench.

• There shall be two (2) lap desk provided, one (1) on each end of the bench. The lap desk shall be stored in the end walls of the bench when not in use.

Area Full Width Workstation

• The slide-out area on the curbside shall be provided with a full width workstation which shall be approximately 24" deep and located approximately 30" from floor. Each workstation area shall have a recessed belly design to accommodate personnel seated in the fixed post chairs.

• The desk top surface shall be fabricated of industrial grade Formica, or equal.

• Supply three (3) fixed post chairs, one (1) for each workstation attached to the slide out.

Workstation Command Board

Approximately 24” wide x 18” high Magnetic Dry Erase Board shall be mounted on the wall directly above each work area for a total of seven (7) in the Rear Command area.

Workstation Storage

• An overhead storage cabinet shall be provided in the street side slide-out. The cabinet shall be extended the full width from the forward wall to the rearward wall. The cabinet shall be split into six (6) equal sections.

• The cabinet shall have horizontally hinged lift up doors. Below each door section shall be a recessed light on the underside of the cabinet.

• All overhead cabinets shall have a pneumatic door stay to hold the doors in the open position.

There shall be radius edging on all exposed corners.

Conference Table

• There shall be an eight (8) place conference table provided in the center of the rear command area.

• The table shall be removable to allow for multiple configurations of the command area.

• Table shall have a recessed electrical/data pocket with a min of eight (8) 120V duplex outlets, a min of eight (8) LAN/data RJ-45 jacks and a min of two (2) RJ-45 phone jacks

Command Briefing Board – Rear Wall

There shall be a Command Briefing Board provided on the rear wall of the Command Area.

• A min of two (2) individual panels shall be connected to form a single system that is approximately 6’ tall x 96” wide.

• Each panel shall be constructed of 3/4'” marine grade plywood that is covered in Magnetic Dry Erase material that wraps around the edges to help form a seamless transition between panels.

Workstation Data / Power

• Min of one (1) duplex 120 volt outlet shall be provided for each work area.

• Min of one (1) quad 12VDC/USB power supply shall be provided for each work area.

• Min of two (2) RJ-45 phone jacks, White in color, shall be provided at the work stations,

• Min one (1) street side and one (1) curbside. The phone system shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) LAN/data RJ-45 jack, Blue in color, shall be provided for each work station. Each data jack shall be wired with CAT-6 cables to the data rack.

• Min of one (1) RG-59 AV connector provided with wiring routed to the data rack.

Workstation Communications

• There shall be a communication patch panel provided on the wall at the rear street side workstation. The patch panel shall have a min of four (4) four antenna bulkhead mounts, one (1) for each of the antenna cables that are run to the mid roof mounted antenna rail.

• There shall be a Wilson, model 4G-X-50 DB or equal cell phone booster provided and installed in the ceiling of the forward command area.

Pocket Door

• A sliding door shall be provided in the body interior for passage from one area to another. The door shall be installed in the body and shall be recessed in the open position. The door opening shall be a minimum of 28.00".

• The door shall be constructed of aluminum with the following features:

• A fixed window in the upper position.

• A positive holding design when open or closed.

• Located between the Tech – Galley and Rear Command Area.

STEPS - BUMPER - GRAB HANDLES

• Bolted to the rear frame supports shall be a D.O.T. compliant bumper/crash guard constructed of steel.

• Grab handles shall be provided at the following locations:

• Adjacent to all entry doors, minimum length 36".

• Diagonally inside side entry doors.

PAINTING - PLATING - STRIPING

All areas that are to be painted shall be prepared according to the paint manufacturer preparation recommendations. The final finishing of this trailer shall meet or exceed automotive standards, as follows:

• All surfaces to be painted, including the underside, shall be properly washed before finish is applied using wax and grease remover.

• All exterior surfaces to be painted shall be fully block sanded with no less than #180 grit to remove all metal surface imperfections.

• All surfaces (including areas around frame of panels) shall be primed with two (2) full coats of approved primer to give a final dry thickness of 1.5-1.8 mils. The coats shall be lightly sanded between coats and shall be cleaned and dry prior to painting.

• The top primer coat shall be lightly wet sanded with #400 grit.

• All exposed areas shall be painted with a minimum of two (2) coats of Ditzler durethane or equal, color to match exactly white on vertical surfaces. No exceptions.

• All white paint surface smoothness shall be automotive quality with no obvious orange peel or fish eye. Chassis and undercarriage shall be thoroughly undercoated.

• Roof shall be coated with white non-skid R.V. roof coating/sealant.

• Welding slag and other rough or sharp surfaces shall be removed and properly finished. All metal surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned and primed prior to assembly.

• To ensure full paint coverage, whenever practical, all frame and chassis components shall be painted prior to the body installation and the trailer body shall be painted prior to being mounted.

Failure to follow this procedure may be cause to reject vehicle.

• All bright work such as rails, brackets, external panels, etc., shall be installed after painting. No exceptions.

• All striping, molding and similar trim shall be polished aluminum tread plate, chrome plated or stainless steel and shall be acceptable to the Forest Service.

12VDC ELECTRICAL

General

The following specifications are intended to provide minimum guidelines for the trailer 12VDC electrical power system. Any deviations from these minimums must be clearly noted and defined under the "Exceptions" requirements of this bid proposal. Since the specified system utilizes open-market components that are readily available to all trailer manufacturers, exceptions to the general design requirements are not acceptable. Any exceptions shall be explained by the applicable paragraph. Bids taking exception to these minimum requirements shall be subject to rejection. Any trailer not constructed to these minimum requirements shall be subject to non-acceptance.

• Provide a 12-volt electrical system using the most current material and techniques available to the industry. Installation shall be stranded copper alloy conductors of a gauge rated to carry 125% of the maximum current for which the circuit is protected. The trailer shall be wired to meet or exceed SAE J1292, Automobile, Truck, Truck Tractor, Trailer and Motor Coach Wiring, for such loading at the potential employed. Voltage drops in all wiring from the power source to the using device under full amperage load shall not exceed 10%. Sixteen (16) gauge or smaller conductors shall not be used except as part of a component harness.

• Insulation shall be in accordance with SAE J1128, Low Tension Primary Cable, type SXL or

GXL.

• All wiring, including battery cables, starter cable, alternator cable, all lighting and primary wire shall be run in wiring channels, NM conduit or prefabricated harness with wires encased in nylon HTZL Type 6 rated loom minimum. Overall covering of conductors shall be 300° F (143° C) minimum.

• All connections shall be made with lugs, terminal blocks or junction boxes mounted at suitable points. Junction block shall be stud-and-nut type with sufficient size studs to handle the gauge of wire to the junction box. Scotchlok type connectors shall not be acceptable.

• Wiring shall be thoroughly secured in place and suitably protected against heat, oil and physical damage. Where wire passes through sheet metal, rubber grommets shall be used to protect both wiring and wire looms. Adhesive loom clips shall not be acceptable.

• Wiring shall be color coded and clearly labeled by circuit function code (every three inches) over each conductor's entire length. The labeling system shall correspond with the electrical wiring schematics furnished with the trailer.

• All circuits less than 50amps for this project are to be protected by Cole Hersee or equal automatic reset type circuit breakers. NO FUSES. Circuit breakers shall be marked and accessible at a common panel.

• Ground wires shall run directly to negative terminal on battery or a suitable ground buss. Lock or star washers are NOT acceptable and there shall not be any paint underground connections.

• All 12 VDC trailer wiring shall originate at a central power distribution panel for single-source diagnostics and servicing. All wire runs from the distribution panel to appliances are to be continuous and un-spliced. The distribution panel shall contain all relays, circuit breakers, electronic flasher, and applicable solid-state controls.

• Panduit wiring raceways shall be provided full length above desktop or counter top in the trailer for routing DC and AC harnesses. Removable covers provide service access.

Trailer Batteries

• The trailer battery system shall consist of a min of four GROUP 31 deep cycle dry cell batteries with stainless steel connecting posts, Odyssey PC 2150S or equal.

• Each battery shall be rated at a minimum of 205 minutes of reserve capacity @ 25 amps. No exceptions.

• The batteries shall be installed in one of the ventilated under body compartments as approved by the Forest Service.

Driving Lights

• All lights and reflectors shall conform to the California Vehicle Code, California Administrative Code, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and NFPA Standards regulating authorized emergency vehicles and vehicles of this type. Connection from the tractor to the trailer shall be through standard fifth wheel semi-trailer 7-way quick connect.

• The trailer shall be equipped with D.O.T. compliant L.E.D. marker lights. Marker lights shall be mounted each top corner, amber front and red rear. All marker lights shall be connected to the headlight circuit. D.O.T. compliant reflectors shall be screwed or riveted; stick-on type reflectors are not acceptable.

• Two (2) additional L.E.D. combination marker/turn indicator lights shall be mounted mid-ship on the right and left trailer lower panels and shall be activated by the headlight and turn signal switches.

Scene Lights

• Ten (10) each Fire Research Model 900 or equal surface mount 12VDC L.E.D. scene lights shall be installed, four (4) on each left and right side of the upper trailer body, equally spaced front to rear and two (2) on the upper rear trailer body. The scene lights shall provide ground illumination from 10’ to 40’ from the trailer. Each left, right and rear set shall be activated by an individual rocker switch in the trailer interior.

Compartment Lighting

• All compartment doors shall be equipped with a min of one (1) 4” flush mount white L.E.D. light.

All belly compartments shall be equipped with a min of two (2) full height L.E.D. strip lights on each vertical compartment edge. All hinged compartment doors shall be equipped with a switch mounted on the hinge side door jam. All compartment door lights shall be activated independently so only the light for the compartment which is opened shall automatically be activated. All compartment light switches shall be magnetic, activating relays and any exposed circuit is to be protected from damage.