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Attachment 1: STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) -MANDATORY CHARACTERISTICS

ITEM 0001, STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTING PUMPER

A. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This specification is for a diesel driven high-roof model fire truck, right hand drive with an automatic transmission, two-wheel front, four-wheel on single rear axle, with a minimum five-person, four-door crew cab. The gross vehicle weight rating shall be maximum weight of 34,392 lbs (15,600kg). The fire truck shall be equipped with a minimum water discharge capacity of 1,000 GPM, two-stage or three-stage fire pump, mid-ship mounted and driven by the vehicle engine. The vehicle shall include a 750-gallon (2,839 L) water tank and minimum of a 40 gallon (151 L) foam liquid tank, three transverse hose beds, a main supply hose bed, one right side operator's control panel for the fire pump, equipment compartments, foam system and other such equipment and accessories as specified herein.

All vehicles shall be the newest model and year at the time of delivery and ready for use. Offeror’s Proposed Vehicle Shall be the newest model and year at the time of delivery and ready for use.

Vehicle/Equipment and furnished accessories shall comply with Japanese Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, including, but not limited to, exhaust emission control requirement, in effect on the date of manufacture.

Quantity: Four (4) each.

B. VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

1. STANDARD FIRE TRUCK COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Except as specified, fire truck components and accessories are standard commercial items which meet or exceed the requirements of these specifications. All items are represented as rated in this specification.

2. MATERIALS

Materials used are free from defects which would adversely affect the performance or maintainability of individual components, or of the overall assembly. Materials not specified herein are of the same quality used for the intended purpose in commercial practice. Unless otherwise specified herein, all equipment, material, and articles incorporated in the work covered by these specifications are to be new. A permanently mounted engraved plate showing fluid levels and types will be provided in the driver's compartment in easy view. This plate shall be metal and will show the quantity and types of fluid for all parts related to the chassis, fire pump, and associated components.

3. DISSIMILAR METALS

Unless protected against electrolysis corrosion, dissimilar metals are not be used in intimate contact with each other.

4. DRAIN PLUG

All drain plugs installed for the purpose of draining lubricant shall be of the permanent magnetic type.

5. COOLING SYSTEM

The cooling system of the engine shall be adequate to maintain a temperature of the coolant in the engine not in excess of the engine manufacturer's maximum temperature rating.

6. HEAT EXCHANGER

Provide an auxiliary heat exchanger, which shall permit delivery of water from the fire pump to the heat exchanger for cooling of the engine liquid coolant without admixture. The discharge water from the heat exchanger is piped into the suction side of the fire pump. The size of the heat exchanger discharge line is large enough to eliminate back pressure on the heat exchanger. The flow of water from the fire pump to the heat exchanger is controlled by a valve. The valve control extended to the fire pump operator's control panel and is specifically identified on the panel in both English and Japanese.

7. DRAIN COCKS

Water drain cocks shall be installed at the low point of the cooling and heat exchanger systems and at any other points necessary to completely drain the systems. The drain cocks are of a type that shall remain closed under the most severe operating conditions to be encountered by the fire truck. Drain lines are furnished and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame. All drains need to have identification (ID) Plates to show their function.

8. RADIO NOISE SUPPRESSOR

The fire truck chassis shall be equipped with a radio noise suppressor to suppress electro-magnetic radiation from the fire truck chassis. However, a chassis designed and tested to meet ECE R10 does not need an additional noise suppressor.

9. PERFORMANCE

The fully equipped fire truck, loaded as specified, is capable of the following:

a) The service brakes shall control and hold the truck on a 30% longitudinal grade. The service brakes are tested with the truck heading up-grade and heading down-grade.

b) The service brakes shall stop the truck within a maximum of 10.7m from a speed of 32 km/h on a dry, smooth, level surface free from loose material.

c) The parking brakes shall control the rear wheels and is of the positive wheel park type. The parking brake system shall hold the fully loaded apparatus on at least a 20% grade with the truck heading up-grade and also heading downgrade.

d) The truck shall maintain a maximum speed of not less than 80 km/h on dry, level, paved roadway.

e) The truck shall maintain a speed of 32 km/h on any grade up to and including 6 percent.

f) The truck is subjected to an endurance road test consisting of not less than 50 km over paved road at a maximum speed of not less than 40 km/h. There is no evidence of body distortion, water leakage, tire and body contact, malfunction of components, or irregular chassis noise, resulting from the test.

10. DIMENSIONS OF FIRE TRUCK

a) Maximum overall length 8,800 mm (28 feet 10 inches)

b) Maximum overall width (w/mirrors) 2,875 mm (9 feet 6 inches)

c) Maximum overall height 3,488 mm (11 feet 4 inches)

d) Maximum wheelbase 4,880 mm (16 feet 1 inches)

11. WEIGHT RATING AND DISTRIBUTION

The manufacturer’s GVW rating for the fire truck chassis furnishing shall not exceed the manufacturer’s GVW rating when fully equipped as specified herein, including all specified firefighting equipment, serviced with fuel, water, any lubricants, loaded with 750 gallons of water in the water tank, minimum of 40 gallons of foam in the foam tank, a 1,200 lb simulated load uniformly distributed in the main hose bed, crew of firefighters in cab weighing not less than 165 lbs each or equivalent deadweight. Weight distribution ratio between the front and rear axle is as such as to ensure positive traction at the rear wheels and positive steering at the front wheels under all operating conditions specified herein. The percentage of GVW at front axle is not less than 25 percent, nor more than 40 percent for 4X2.

12. ENGINE

The fire truck engine shall be rated at least 300 HP; torque and speed characteristics to satisfactorily meet all mobile and pumping performance requirements specified herein. The diesel engine shall have the necessary constant load and endurance characteristics for long pumping operations. The diesel engine is a liquid cooled, compression ignition, four stroke cycle engine with not less than six (6) cylinders. The fire truck shall meet the mobile and pumping performance requirements specified herein utilizing diesel fuel. The engine is fitted with the engine’s manufacturer’s standard or recommended fuel and oil filter system. The Engine shall meet the Metropolitan and City Diesel Regulations.

13. LUBRICATION SYSTEM

The engine lubrication system shall be the full forced feed type. A full flow type oil filter with a bypass filter shall be furnished.

14. GOVERNOR

An engine governor shall be installed which limits the speed of the engine under all conditions of operation to the speed established by the engine manufacturer, which is the maximum no-load governed speed. The governor shall prevent the engine from exceeding safe speed.

15. FUEL TANK

The fuel tank shall have a minimum of 130 liters capacity. The tank and fill piping are so placed as to be protected from mechanical injury. The fuel capacity shall be sufficient to allow the engine to drive the pump for 2 and half hours at rated pump capacity at 150 psi (1035kPa) net pump pressure. The fuel tank shall be located for ease in filling and be provided with a spring-loaded access door, capped, linked by chain and identified accordingly.

EXHAUST SYSTEM

Exhaust pipe shall be insulated and/or shielded. The exhaust system discharge shall be on the opposite side of the fire pump operator's control panel area. Installation of a muffler device to change the direction of the exhaust gas is acceptable.

16. FRAME

The chassis frame material shall be steel, or high strength heat-treated alloy steel of sufficient width, depth and thickness that shall provide the required resistance bending moment to support the intended load. When operating the fully equipped and loaded fire truck under conditions specified herein, the frame shall show no evidence of permanent deformation or distortion.

17. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Fire truck shall be provided with a complete 24V (volt) negative ground starting and lighting system. Wiring shall be weatherproof, resistant to moisture and fungus, and color coded or numbered for ready identification.

Wire identification is consistent throughout the truck. Two spare, single pole, minimum 15 amp (ampere) breakers shall be furnished for future radio use. The fire truck chassis electrical circuit and the fire truck body electrical circuit are separate circuits. The truck electrical circuits, excluding truck chassis electrical circuits, are provided with overload protective devices of the manual or automatic reset, overload circuit breaker type. A master electric switch is provided. Master Switch shall be easily noticeable and easily operated by the driver of the pumper. The module is located in instrument panel in the cab. Exterior and interior lighting on this vehicle including the headlights shall be light-emitting diode (LED) style as much as possible. (High beam may be halogen lamp if LED not available), the fire apparatus manufacturer shall provide the LED light manufacturer and model of each light being proposed. NOTE: Provide one 110V-AC (alternating current) power supply inside of cabin for the use of a laptop PC (personal computer). This outlet can be used for other 110V electrical equipment. The location and size of breaker box shall be approved by USAG-J F&ES at Pre- Construction meeting. 40 amp battery charger with a 20 amp battery saver shall be provided. A display bar graph, indicating the state of charge, shall be provided on the driver’s (right) side of the apparatus cab. The battery charger shall be wired to a 100-volt shoreline with manual disconnection and will activate automatically when power is connected; Connection is magnetic and can be easily disconnected. The shoreline shall be located near the driver’s side cab door.

18. STARTING SYSTEM

The chassis manufacturer's standard starting system shall be provided.

19. ALTERNATOR

An alternator shall be furnished complete with rectifier and regulator. The alternator shall be rated for 150 Amp.

20. BATTERY SYSTEM

Provide a 24-volt battery system. Each battery in the system shall not be less than 12V. Two batteries are furnished in a single bank.

21. LIGHTS

All lights shall be mounted in such a manner as to prevent being obscured by riding personnel or mounted equipment. All metal rims, shells, mounting arms and basis of all exterior lights are chromium plated. Stoplights and taillights are mounted at the rear of the body. All warning lights shall operate off a single switch mounted on the cab instrument panel and is marked to indicate function. Shall meet Japanese Road traffic laws.

The following additional lighting shall be furnished and provided overload protection:

a) Provide One (1) High power LED Search Light to the Captain side of the cab.

b) Provide One (1) light tower with high powered (LED, 500 watt halogen equivalent) on each side of truck.

The light controls are provided beside the pump control panel.

c) Provide Two (2) adjustable LED hose pick-up lights, with weatherproof secondary switches, mounted on rear handrail supports. The hose pick-up lights should be embedded as much as possible.

d) Two (2) shielded, LED engine compartment lights, arranged to illuminate each side of the engine, with switch located on the pump panel side.

e) Provide Two (2) LED automatic backup lights.

f) Provide Three (3) LED pump compartment lights, arranged to provide non-glare illumination of the compartments and enclosed within a protective housing, with switch mounted on pump control panel.

g) Provide pump control panel lights, LED type. Three lights on right side panel, and three lights on left side panel with adequate lighting.

h) Provide Two (2) red LED flashing lights mounted on the rear of the truck.

i) Provide Two (2) red LED flashing lights mounted on the front of the truck

j) Provide Two (2) red LED flashing lights on each side of the truck, one light located on the cab between the front and rear cab doors, and one provided over the rear wheels,

k) Provide LED truck headlights. High beam may be halogen lamp if LED not available.

l) Provide side marker lamps, red strobe light, total six (6), three (3) at each side.

m) Provide LED spotlights for rear wheel configuration, total two (2), one (1) at each side of the vehicle.

n) Provide one yellow LED round beacon at the high point of the cab roof or multiple lights on the body offering 360 degrees visibility. Switchable in the cab.

o) The vehicle shall be equipped with a polarized receptacle for fire station charging of battery system. The receptacle is of the recessed male type with a spring-loaded cover; provide a matching female plug. The receptacle is suitably identified in Japanese.

p) ION LED clear flashing lens lights or equivalent on grill shall be provided and must be tied to other beacons.

22. WARNING LIGHT BAR

One (1) warning red lamp (LED type) shall be mounted on top of the cab with reinforcement at the point of attachment, or multiple lights integrated into the high-roof of the truck cab in a position offering 360 degrees visibility. The warning light bar shall have a minimum flash rate of 80 flashes per minute. Provide a single control for the roof mounted warning light bar(s) and other warning lights described. The control switch to be suitably identified and shall be provided with a red pilot light indicating the “ON” position. The pilot light to be located in the cab on the instrument panel. All pods front, rear and sides will be populated with red LED lights. There shall also be a 48-inch long Super LED Traffic Advisor light which shall be recess mounted at the rear of the body below the hose bed. The controller shall be mounted in reach of both driver and captain with easy operations. Shall meet Japanese road traffic laws.

Example of Traffic Advisor Light

23. HORN

Provide an electric horn of manufacturer's standard type as well as air horns in or below the bumper or in the grille or on the front of the body but shall not be placed on the roof. Air horns shall be 25 inches long.

24. SIREN

Provide high performance electronic three tone siren with speakers mounted at front exterior of the cab. The siren control module shall be on the fire officer's side of the cab.

25. BACKUP WARNING DEVICE

The fire truck shall be provided with an automatically activated backup signaling/warning device, meeting Japanese Government Standards, to caution personnel when fire truck is in reverse operation.

There shall also be a rear vision back-up color camera with sound capability shall be provided at the rear of the body. The camera shall be recess mounted or with a diamond plate protective shroud (see below), with the screen installed to the right of the driver’s seat position. The final location of these components shall be reviewed and approved by USAG-J F&ES at the preconstruction conference.

Example of protective shroud

26. TRANSMISSION

Provide an automatic synchromesh transmission which shall provide continuous drive. Input torque capacity of not less than the maximum delivered torque of the engine, as developed through the maximum gear train reduction.

27. DRIVE LINE COMPONENTS

Drive line components shall have continuous duty torque capacity of not less than the maximum delivered torque of the engine, as developed through the maximum gear train reduction.

28. AXLES

Axle ratings are at least equal to the load imposed on each axle, with truck loaded to rated GVW. A single speed rear axle is furnished.

29. SUSPENSION

Truck to be equipped with a suspension system with components having a rated capacity at least equal to the load imposed on each member, measured at the ground, with the truck loaded to the GVW. When suspension capacity is rated at the spring pads, un-sprung weight is deducted. Double action, heavy-duty shock absorbers shall be provided at the front wheels.

30. WHEELS, RIMS, TIRES AND TUBES

The fire truck shall have front and rear wheel configurations for best possible maneuverability and traction. Tires shall be 16 ply, steel belted radial tubeless type with highway tread. All tires are of same size and ply rating.

The rated individual tire capacity at 100 km/h is not less than maximum wheel loading imposed with truck loaded to rated GVW, as cited previously. Wheel and tire assemblies are balanced. Front wheels are dynamically balanced at simulated speeds up to 100 km/h.

31. SPARE WHEEL

A spare rim with spare tire shall be furnished with the vehicle, but not mounted on vehicle.

32. SERVICE BRAKES

The service brakes shall be full-air type. Front brakes shall be disc type with automatic slack adjusters. The rear brakes shall be cam operated with automatic slack adjusters. If a disc brake system is not available, a drum brake system is acceptable provided it meets safety and performance standards. Air filters shall prevent brake system contamination. Brake operation shall not be subject to excessive fading. The truck shall be provided with an Anti-lock braking (ABS) brake system.

33. BRAKE SYSTEM AIR COMPRESSOR

The capacity of the air compressor shall be sufficient for the intended service. The air compressor to be equipped with a governor and the compressor intake shall be properly connected to an air cleaner. An air dryer shall be furnished and installed to remove moisture from the air.

34. PARKING BRAKES

Parking brake, independent from the air service brake system shall be provided; mounted so that they can be effective at all times. The operating controls of the parking brakes shall be independent of the operating controls of the service brakes. The parking brakes are capable of meeting the performance requirements specified. The parking brake shall control the rear wheels and shall be of the positive, wheel park type.

35. STEERING MECHANISM

The truck shall be equipped with a power assist steering mechanism of hydraulic type. The mechanism shall permit manual steering in the event of failure of the hydraulic system and is properly effective at all truck speeds.

The steering mechanism shall provide for controlling the direction of the fully loaded truck under all operating condition. The cramping angle shall not be less than 30 degrees right and left.

36. FRONT BUMPER AND TOWING DEVICE

A heavy duty, full width, front bumper with a minimum of one (1) tow hook provided at the front of the truck.

37. CAB

The cab shall be a high-roof model, five-person, 4-door type crew cab (rear seats being an emergency jump seat with the ability to be lock it in the down position). The cab shall allow for readily accessible engine maintenance and removal. The engine to be insulated against heat and noise, but shall allow adequate ventingaway from personnel. Floor to ceiling height inside the crew cab shall be maximized on the basis of total vehicle height with an interior height between 1676 mm to 1828 mm. The cab shall have tinted windows to the maximum tint allowable by traffic regulations. All equipment mounted in the cab shall be installed in an organized space saving manner to allow for easy access and provide the maximum space available for occupants in a location approved by USAG-J F&ES. Equipment chargers activated when the battery/ignition switch is on or the shoreline is connected ensuring there is no parasitic drain on the battery.

38. CAB CONSTRUCTION

The cab shall be welded construction and provide unobstructed seating and head room for a minimum of five personnel fully clothed in firefighting gear. In the forward section of the cab, seats are provided. Fire officer’s seat and three rear passenger seats are designed to accommodate an air pack with a load and lock bracket with a built-in lock release. The cab shall be designed to create as much space as possible, providing ample space around the seating and knee area to ensure comfortable seating while wearing full fighter personal protective equipment. Cab doors are of ample size for easy access to the forward compartment and are equipped with auto windows at front doors. (Driver’s and fire officer’s sides.) The doors are provided with locks with at least the front driver’s side door equipped with an external key- operator lock. The inside door panel for each door shall be fully covered with prismatic reflective film, lime yellow/red reflective chevron striping. Striping is placed at a 45 degree slant from the bottom of the window to the bottom of the door and match the rear body chevrons.

An amber flashing LED light shall be provided and installed in the lower, outboard portion of each door. These lights shall active when the cab door is opened. Final location of these lights shall be reviewed and approved by USAG-J F&ES. Stainless-steel or Stainless-steel chromium-plated serrated or non-slip coated handrail shall be provided on each side of the fire truck at each door. Handrails shall be positioned at an appropriate height for the firefighters to climb up and down into the cab. Provide a step at each cab door entrance. Each step shall have a non-slip tread surface. Each step shall support, without permanent deformation, the weight of a 200 lbs. (90 kg) firefighter in full firefighting gear. Each step shall be of maximum width and depth to permit safe entry and exit for firefighter wearing firefighting foot gear. Tinted safety glass shall be on all cab windows as allowed by Japanese Motor Vehicle regulations. A sufficient brightness of LED type dome light shall be provided in both sections of the cab. Dual sun visors shall also be provided. Head liner shall have access openings for repairs of roof mounted devices. All vehicle running lighting supplied shall be LED style. This shall include eight (8) underbody lights, four (4) step lights, pump enclosure light and any other standard lighting supplied.

There shall be a total of five (5) helmet holder bracket(s) provided in the cab. The brackets shall provide secure storage and quick access to each helmet. The location of the helmet holder bracket(s) shall be approved by USAG-J F&ES

39. SEATS

All seats, front and rear, are upholstered over deep cushions, suitable for fire service. The driver’s seat is heavy-duty and adjustable. A manual control to adjust the horizontal position (5.50" travel). To provide flexibility for multiple driver configurations, the seat shall have a reclining back, adjustable from 15 degrees back to 45 degrees forward. All rear seats shall be a foldable emergency jump seat that remains in the down position when lowered and the up position when raised. All seats shall face to the front of the truck and are provided with 3-point seat belts. Seat belt length is such as to accommodate firefighters wearing firefighting coats, plus back strapped air packs. Individual seat backs are padded of suitable width and depth to provide ample seating for firefighters in firefighting coats and back strapped air packs with safety strap to hold breathing air pack in place.

Seat backs accommodating air packs shall be provided with padded flanges to support and protect the fireman.

The back of the seat shall have foam padding to afford protection of the air pack and regulator. The cross-member support(s) to the back of the seat shall be adjustable to accept various sizes of air packs, ranging in size equal to but not less than the dimension requirements of the SCOTT Air Pack 60-minute units. A seat monitor display shall be provided and installed to monitor all cab seats. The system shall include a seat monitor display module, seat belt icon for each seat, all cables, and an alarm silence button, vehicle system warning indicators and LED indicators. Stored data output shall be via a universal serial bus (USB) connector.

40. OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS

Outside rear-view mirrors (convex) are mounted on each side of the cab and left mirror to be retracted from switch inside of cab.

41. WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Heavy-duty windshield wipers shall be mounted to facilitate clear vision. The wipers shall be of such capacity and coverage as to readily cleanse the windshield of rain, snow, ice, and firefighting agent when used in conjunction with the defrosting system or windshield washer mechanism. The wiper arms and blades shall be of sufficient length to clear at least 75% of the windshield area. Wiper assemblies include features to permit speed control and return of the wiper blades to a retracted position out of the line of vision when not in use.

42. WINDSHIELD WASHERS

Provide power operated windshield washers, equipped with a sufficient capacity plastic container of cleaning fluid.

43. HEATER, DEFROSTER AND AIR CONDITIONER

Enclosed cab shall be equipped with one (1) hot water type heater having fresh air intakes, discharge outlets to floor, and windshield defroster louvers at front cabin. Heaters to be equipped with a 24V, electric-motor-driven, two-speed blower controlled by a dash mounted, three-position switch. The heater shall not be positioned directly in front of the passenger seat where there would be interference with the feet of the fire officer.

The cab is provided with the maker’s standard commercially available, air conditioner. Controls are mounted on a suitable place in the cab. Provide additional air outlets in the rear cab because of the hot humid summers in Japan.

44. DEFROSTING, ANTI-ICING, AND VENTILATING

A sufficient defrosting, anti-icing and ventilating system shall be provided in the cab. This system shall have the capacity to effectively prevent the formation of frost in the interior surface of the windshield and front door upper windows and to prevent formation of ice on the exterior surface of the vehicle windshield. The system shall also maintain clear vision at least 75 percent of the total area of the same window.

45. CONTROLS

Provide variable controls for air blowers and at least high output setting to be furnished on the cab heating system controls. Adequate operating instructions are provided at the heater system control point. The cab heater and defroster system control shall be mounted on the instrument panel.

46. INSTRUMENT PANEL

The following instrumentation and controls shall be mounted in the driving compartment and clearly identified and visible to the driver while seated. Controls and switches that are expected to be operated by the driver while the apparatus is in motion and are within convenient reach of the driver.

a) Speedometer

b) Tachometer

c) Odometer

d) Coolant temperature gauge

e) Engine temperature gauge

f) Voltmeter

g) Hazard indicator light

h) Air pressure gauge with warning lamp and warning buzzer

i) Turn signal control and indicator lights

j) Headlight light switch

k) High beam headlight switch and indicator

l) Fuel level gauge

m) Master ignition switch

n) Heater/defroster controls

o) Warning lights and siren switches

p) PTO-engaged indicator

q) Hour meter

r) Oil pressure gauge

s) Two (2) LED indicator lights, one (1) red and one (1) amber color shall be provided and located at the installed-on cab ceiling in clear view of the driver and officer warning of an open cab or compartment door. One (1) light shall indicate the status of doors on the driver's side of the vehicle and the other light shall indicate the status of the officer’s side, rear compartment door, ladder rack, and turret monitor.

This warning system buzzer shall be installed on the control box located between the driver and officer seats. The warning system shall show the warnings with strobe and buzzer.

47. FIRE PUMP

The fire pump shall be rated at a minimum of 1,000 GPM (3,785L/min) midship mounted and driven by the truck engine. The pump shift is a manual push button type with interlock protection. The pump shall be a two staged or three staged centrifugal type meeting the requirements of NFPA No.1901 and performance requirements cited below(a) to (g). An indicator light to be mounted at the pump operator’s control panel and on the cab instrument panel to indicate to the operator that the pump is properly engaged and that it is safe to open the throttle and to initiate pumping mode. Controls for changing from road transmission to pump transmission are operable from driver’s position and are identified as to function. Controls for pump operations shall be operable from the fire pump operator’s control panel. Manual drain cocks are of the water service type and are equipped with positive stops. Pump drain lines are furnished and discharged to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis.

Provide pump drain separately from the PTO. The pump, when drafting at a lift of 10 feet with 4-1/2 inch suction hose, shall:

a) Deliver not less than 1,000 gpm (3,785L/min) at 150 psi (10.5kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

b) Deliver not less than 700 gpm (2,649L/min) at 200 psi (14.1 kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

c) Deliver not less than 500 gpm (1,892L/min) at 250 psi (17.6 kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

d) Deliver each flow rate specified above at an additional 10% discharge gauge pressure.

e) The pump, when dry, take a suction and discharge water within 30 seconds, with a lift of 10 feet, through

20 feet of 4-1/2 inch suction hose.

f) The pumping requirements specified herein shall be accomplished without evidence of overheating, vapor lock, excessive vibration or any other malfunction. High pressure performance is not less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

g) The pump body shall be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 500 psi (3450 kPag) for 10 minutes. The pump manufacturer shall provide a certificate of completion for the hydrostatic test.

48. PRIMING PUMP

A priming pump of eccentric rotary vane, lubricant free type shall be provided with a priming performance of above 26 inHg (66 cmHg) within 30 seconds.

The priming pump shall be provided with a single push button control integrated into the pump panel, which shall be a 7-inch LCD color monitor.

49. SUCTION CONNECTIONS

The fire truck shall be provided with four (4) suction connections. Each suction connection shall be equipped with a removable and accessible strainer. Two (2) 5-inch suction connections with ball valves located, one (1) each on both sides of the fire pump operator’s control panel. Two (2) 2-1/2-inch suction connections are provided, one

(1) each on both sides of the fire pump operator’s control panel. One (1) 2-1/2-inch suction connection (water tank filler) is provided on the right side to the booster water tank for use a direct supply connection. Each 5-inch suction connection provides a seat for suction hose connection hose gaskets and is threaded with American National fire hose coupling thread (NH). The two (2)2-1/2-inch suction connections are of ball cock type equipped with chromium plated. Valves are ¼ turn ball type with self-locking handles. The valves are capable of holding a minimum of 150 psi in either direction. The valve balls are trunnion mounted corrosion resistant, non-sticking type. The valve seats shall not require adjustment and can hold a vacuum of pressure in either direction. The valve ball and seats shall be replaceable without disturbing the valve piping. Each 2-1/2-inch suction valve is properly identified as to function and indicate when open or closed. The valve is operational without the operator having to get under the apparatus. All valves are able to operate individually.

50. DISCHARGE CONNECTIONS

The fire truck shall be provided with bronze gated discharge connections. Each discharge connection shall provide a seat for discharge gaskets and is equipped with American National Standard fire hose thread (NH) couplings, with gasket chromium plated discharge caps with link chain retainers to prevent loss. Each discharge connection is provided with a hose discharge pressure gauge located on the fire pump operator’s control panel.

Two, (2) 2-1/2-inch discharge connections located on each side of the truck. One, (1) 2-1/2-inch discharge connection is located at the rear of the truck. Three, (3) 1-1/2-inch discharge connections are located at the transverse hose beds. One (1) discharge connection is provided to the monitor turret with appropriate piping to flow 1000 GPM. The valve ball shall be trunnion mounted, corrosion resistant and non-sticking type. The valve seats shall not require adjustment and is capable of holding a vacuum pressure in either direction. All valves are of the water service type and are concealed behind the pump compartment panels and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame. Each discharge connection, pressure gauge and drain, shall be identified by a related color-coded numbering system as well as function that is reviewed and approved by USAG-J F&ES at the preconstruction conference. All valves shall operate individually. All discharge outlets (ball cock type) shall be equipped with valves that can be opened and closed smoothly and readily flows at pump discharge pressure minimum of 250 psig (1724 kPag). The flow regulating element of each valve does not change its position under any condition of operation involving discharge pressures to the maximum pressure of the pump. The valve ball and seats are replaceable without disturbing the valve piping. Each discharge connection is provided with a drain valve of at least ¾ inch inside diameter for draining hose lines with the pump discharge gates closed. Any 2 inch (51mm) or larger discharge outlet which is normally located more than 42 inch (1,067mm) above the ground to which hose is to be connected, is supplied with a sweep elbow of at least 30 degrees downward. All discharge and inlet caps shall be secured to the vehicle with a vinyl covered stainless steel retention cables.

51. AUTOMATIC PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM

A pressure control system shall be provided for controlling the pressure from all outlets. The location of the pressure control system is such that adjustment can readily be made by the operator when standing in normal position, without the use of tools, and in full view of the discharge pressure gauge.

52. BODY

The fire truck shall be equipped with a body which incorporates a fire pump compartment, fire pump operator’s control panels, removable water tank, three (3) transverse hose beds, main hose bed, equipment compartments, rear platform, foam equipment and firefighting equipment. The body shall be reinforced at all stress concentration points where equipment and compartments are attached. A full circular rear wheel well liner is furnished to protect against dirt and water entry. The body shall be of all welded construction. Four (4) air bottle compartments shall be provided, two (2) on the right side and two (2) on the left side of the body with one on the forward and rearward sides of the rear wheels. Compartments shall be capable of accommodating Scott 60 minutes SCBA bottles. A polished stainless-steel door with a chrome plated flush lift & turn latch shall be provided to contain the air bottle. A dielectric barrier shall be provided between the door hinge, hinge fasteners and the body sheet metal. Inside the compartment, black rubber matting shall be provided. Scuff plates constructed of polished stainless steel shall be furnished around the opening of the air bottle compartments.

Example of bottle compartment

53. FIRE PUMP AND FOAM TANK COMPARTMENT

Provide a fire pump that is enclosed in the forward portion of body and is self-supporting from the truck frame. If the tank is positioned over the pump, the tank and tank supports are removable to allow lifting of the pump intact without removing more than the pump suction and discharge fittings. The sides of the pump compartment are the same height as the sides of the main hose bed. Provisions for a vertical water supply line to the monitor are provided over the pump compartment and designed to support a 200 lb load, plus the monitor assembly with its related operational forces during agent flow. An opening in the deck plate is provided for vertical water supply line to the monitor. Electronic water level shall be provided in addition to the Enhanced Monitor Display on the operator's panel that registers water level by means of five colored LED lights. The gauge shall be five light LED design viewable through 180 degrees.

54. TURRET MONITOR

Provide a remote-controlled monitor with full manual backup override function (swing right, left, up and down, and manual deluge valve operation) on the platform area above the pump compartment connected to the pump with a telescopic waterway which rises approx. 18 inches to increase range of operation. A remote controller shall be installed on the pump operator’s panel. The turret monitor will be capable of delivering 1,000 GPM. Monitor shall be equipped with its own drain.

55. TRANSVERSE HOSE BEDS

Provide three (3) transverse hose beds side by side forward of main hose bed. Each bed shall have the capacity of stowing not less than 200 feet of 1-3/4-inch double jacketed, polyester rubber lined fire hose. Each 1-1/2-inch discharge shall be threaded with American National Fire Hose Thread (NH) and their hose line is supplied by at least 4-inch piping. Each hose bed has hose layout openings on the street side and the curbside of the truck.

The length of each transverse hose bed shall be the full width of pump compartment. Each bed shall have sub-floor made from slatted poly-vinyl chloride (PVC). Provide drain holes to drain water from the hose bed. Each hose bed shall be provided with a center mount 1-1/2-inch swivel type discharge connection to permit hose to be removed from either side of the truck. Provide adequate clearance for making connections to the swivel discharge outlets. Discharge gate controls for each hose bed to be located at the pump control panels and be suitably identified. All hose layout openings to be fitted with 1-1/2-inch stainless steel hose rollers on the bottom and sides of the openings. A stainless-steel roller shall be mounted horizontally and vertically under each cross-lay hose bed opening. A .75-inch bleeder valve shall be provided for each cross-lay. Heavy duty box style nylon webbing shall be provided across the top and both ends of three (3) cross-lay hose beds to secure the hose during travel. The netting shall be two (2) pieces attached at the ends with stainless steel footman loops with a center Velcro strap with bottom pull loops. Final design of the hose bed restraint shall be approved by USAG-J F&ES at the preconstruction conference. All hose storage areas on the fire apparatus shall be equipped with hose restraint systems designed to prevent unintentional hose deployment while the apparatus is moving. The main and transverse hose beds shall be constructed with durable materials such as stainless steel or equivalent and fitted with a belt or hood fabric cover to retain hose during travel. The cover for the hose bed shall be capable of supporting the weight of firefighters up to 250 lbs (113.4 kg) when walked on. The rear of the main hose bed shall be equipped with a tear-resistant belt or hood-style cover, which may include department-specific markings if requested. Design of the cover to be approved by USAG F&ES.

56. FIRE PUMP OPERATOR’S CONTROL PANEL

The fire truck shall be equipped with an illuminated fire pump operator’s electronic pump operation panel with anti-condensation measures located on the right side of the truck. The pump master pressure and intake gauges shall be of the manufacturer’s design. The pump pressure and suction gauges are accessible to the operator. All gauges and instruments are of high-quality products. All suction and pressure gauges shall show both PSI and either MPa or KPa readings. Pump vacuum and pressure gauges shall be silicone filled. All valve operating handles and other controls to be operable by personnel wearing heavy gloves. All extended controls and handles are non-interfering and firmly supported. The panel shall include the following:

a) Pump pressure gauge; 0 to 500 psi, 4 inch in diameter.

b) Pump suction gauge; 30 inches hg (vacuum) to 150 psi, 4 inch in diameter.

c) Engine tachometer; not less than 2,500 rpm range with a provision in the panel to allow checking accuracy with a test revolution center.

d) Throttle control for Fire Pumps.

e) Pressure control.

f) All pump discharge valve controls except monitor.

g) Tank suction valve control.

h) Primer (vacuum) pump control.

i) Switch for illumination of all instruments and controls with non-glare lighting.

j) Engine coolant temperature gauge.

k) Heat exchanger valve control.

l) Eight (8) appropriate pressure gauges, 3 inches in diameter.

m) Water tank level indicator (Electrical indicator) at right- & left-hand side.

n) All other pump panel mounted drains and controls mentioned herein

o) Discharge valves and throttle handles shall be of black, extreme temperature resisting plastic. All gauge rims and other exposed metal to be chrome plated.

p) Plugged 1/4-inch standard pipe connection with pipe or tubing for connection of vacuum of pressure tests gauge for testing pump pressure and suction gauges

q) Instruction plates

r) Foam system controls, valves and foam tank level indicator (Electrical indicator)

s) Indicator light for safe pumping mode.

t) Pressure gauge for monitor, 3 inch in diameter.

u) Pump and engine hour recording meters.

v) Voltmeter.

w) Telephone/radio compartment.

All controls, valves, drains and gauges shall be spaced to adequately spaced and be identified as to their function with a related identification number. All instruments and switches to be identified as to their function. All identification plates shall be provided with at least 1/2-inch lettering in both English and Japanese. Nozzle grips on the pre-connected hoselines, gate valve handle at the pump panel, and ID plates shall be color coded.

Color will be approved by USAG-J F&ES at the preconstruction conference

57. WATER TANK

Provide a water tank of 750-gallon (2,839 L) capacity. The water tank shall not extend beyond the main hose bedside. The water tank shall be of the horizontal type, with flat top and flat bottom, with sump, and mounted on the truck frame. The tank shall be constructed of polypropylene and shall support not less than 200 pounds per square foot of surface area. A longitudinal and transverse surge partition is provided in the tank. The tank drain to be located at the low point of the tank to provide complete drainage and the drain control valve is operated from the pump panel. The water tank drain shall discharge directly to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame. The tank shall have a non-splash combination overflow and vent pipe of not less than 4 inch, directed to the ground at the rear of the rear axle, and extending below the bottom of the truck frame.

58. TANK FILLER OPENING

The tank shall have an accessibly located manhole minimum of 12 inch (305mm) in diameter and provided with a tight, gasket, hinged manhole cover having a hold down catch. The tank manhole shall not project above the height of the body side sheet metal and shall have an engraved metal label attached stating “Water Only”.

The tank shall be equipped with an overflow pipe to provide adequate overflow relief when filling the tank.

59. TANK PIPING

Piping from the tank to the fire pump, unless it is made of corrosion-resistant metal, is galvanized. The pipeline between the tank and the pump is 4 inches to permit a flow rate of 500 GPM and be designed to take up vibration. The tank piping shall provide for discharging the water in the tank through the fire pump discharge manifold. A quick-opening shut-off valve is provided with control extended to the operating side of the truck and a drain valve to be provided, located at the lowest point with control extended to the operating side of the truck.

The tank suction pipeline, valves, and fittings shall withstand not less than 150 psi working pressure.

60. TANK MOUNTING

Tank shall be supported on sills to cushion shock and transfer the load to the truck frame. The tank shall be mounted and attached to the chassis so that it can be removed without removing the truck body.

61. MAIN HOSE BED

The hose bed shall be of sufficient capacity for stowing not less than 600 feet of 4 inch, 300 feet of 3 inch and 300 feet of 2-1/2 inch double jacketed, polyester, rubber lined lightweight fire hose. The overall hose bed to be subdivided lengthwise with three (3) adjustable and removeable partitions to form four (4) separate hose beds, designed to be able to adjust the hose storage areas by use of an adjustable partition. All hose storage areas on a fire apparatus must be equipped with a NFPA 1901 compliant cover designed to prevent unintentional hose deployment while the apparatus is moving. Design of the cover to be approved by USAG F&ES. There shall be white LED light strips with stainless steel protective covers, provided to light the hose bed area. Hose

Bed lights shall meet the photometric levels listed in NFPA 1901 for Hose Bed lighting requirements.

• Light strip(s) shall be installed along the upper edge of the left side of the hose bed.

• Light strip(s) shall be installed along the upper edge of the right side of the hose bed.

• Light strip(s) shall be installed along the front of hose bed between dividers.

The lights shall be activated by a switch located near the water tank fill dome and by a cup switch at the rear of the apparatus no more than 72.00" from the ground. Body side panels and partitions are of the same height.

The compartment body and partition are reinforced so as to offer no obstruction to paying out or loading of hose. The hose bed floor shall be slated PVC. The interior of the hose bed shall be free from projecting nuts, sharp angles or brackets. Exposed bolt or rivet heads are of the oval type. The equipment holders are planned so as not to obstruct the loading or removal of fire hose. There shell be one (1) 4-inch Storz Mounting Plate on mounted on the rear of the truck for connection to the 4-inch supply line at a location approved by USAG-J

F&ES.

62. EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT

All equipment compartments shall be as large as possible and made with a minimum thickness of 2mm, except when noted otherwise. Compartments shall be provided with weather and rust proof compounds. Doors shall be of the shutter type design. All equipment compartments shall be designed for storage of items that require exposure protection from water and dirt. Compartments were constructed so as to preclude entry of water.

There shall be tracks for mounting shelf(s) installed vertically in each compartment with two (2) adjustable/removeable shelf(s) in each with a capacity of 500 lb each. The tracks shall be painted to match the compartment interior. There shall be four (4) mounting brackets for customer owned extrication tools (cutter, spreader, combination tool and RAM) in a location identified by USAG-J F&ES. There shall be two (2) strip lights installed vertically in each compartment opening per the latest NFPA requirements. The lights shall be activated when the battery/ignition switch is on and the respective compartment door is opened.

63. SIDE EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENTS

Provide equipment compartments on each side of the body, front and rear of wheel well. The width of the front side compartment shall not be less than 590mm. Width of the rear side compartment shall not be less than 400mm. The height of the front and the rear compartment shall not be less than 700mm. Each compartment shall have weather and rust proof compound applied and is of the shutter type doors design. Each compartment shall be provided with an adjustable shelf located midway between the top and bottom of the compartment. The adjustable shelves shall have an upturned lip of not less than 3/4 inch at the front of the shelf. Each compartment shall be illuminated above and below the shelf. The compartment lights shall be automatically activated with indicator light, located on the truck pump instrument panel. Ensure provisions are incorporated into the compartment design to permit flushing and cleaning of the inside. Design of the compartment shall prevent the entry of dirt and water with doors closed. Provide drip rails over each compartment. The rear side compartments rearward of the rear wheels shall have a slide-out equipment rack accessible from both the left and right rear compartment. The bidder shall supply and install mounts for equipment to be provided by USAG-J F&ES. The minimum clear width on the forward and rearward sides for the rack shall be a minimum of 145 mm to allow for equipment and storage. The slide shall have a minimum capacity rating of 500 lb in the extended position. To ensure years of easy operation, the slide shall require no more than a 50lb force for the push-in or pull-out movement when fully loaded. Reflective Chevron stripping shall be provided vertically on the outer edge on both sides of the slide rack

Examples of the slide-out equipment rack

64. SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (AIR PACK) COMPARTMENT

Provide two compartments to contain air packs. Dimensions of the compartments shall not be less than customer’s requirements. Doors shall be of the shutter type design. Each compartment shall be illuminated.

Compartment lights shall be automatically…