Attachment 1 Technical Specifications Rescue Fire Truck.pdf

Technical Specifications Rescue Fire Truck (4x4)

1.0 General: The Scope is to provide a Rescue Truck to Army Fire Departments in Europe. The product at a minimum shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1900, EN 1846, and DIN 14502 unless otherwise specified in this description and meet all European occupational safety and health regulations applicable to local national workforce, which operates the vehicles.

This contract consists of two major elements:

1.1 The vehicle chassis: A commercial conventional style chassis (cab behind engine) chassis designed for heavy off-road use specifically adapted to the requirements of firefighting vehicles.

1.2 An apparatus body, storage compartments with roll up doors: Each vehicle will provide sufficient storage space to transport securely all listed items (Attachment A- 2).

2.0 Dimensions, weight, performance: The vehicle shall not exceed the maximum dimensions prescribed:

2.1 Maximum length: 8,700 mm.

2.2 Maximum width: 2,500 mm

2.3 Maximum Height: 3600 mm

2.4 Maximum turning diameter (wall to wall): 20,500mm.

2.5 Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 18,000 kg

2.6 Tilt angle: Minimum 26.5° per ECE R29

2.7 Top Speed: 68mph (110kph) governed

2.8 Approach angle and departure angle: At least 30°

2.9 Ground clearance: At least 450mm.

2.10 Fording depth: At least 800 mm

3.0 General requirements:

3.1 All components of this vehicle must be brand-new and reliable under severe environmental conditions, e.g. salt-water areas and hot areas, ambient temperatures from -25°C up to +45°C.

3.2 The vehicles will be operated on public roads in Germany and must adhere to applicable street code in accordance with Straßenverkehrsordung – STVO. The vehicles shall meet size and weight criteria of STVO to be operated without special permit.

3.3 Paint: The color coat application shall consist of at a minimum two applications of acrylic urethane color coat. The final finish shall be free of dirt and sags. Under body, coating must be provided on all exposed frame and body parts of the vehicle.

The final finish of the cab shall meet commercial fire apparatus standards, durability and color retention properties. All outside alloy parts will be polished; inside alloy part will be polished or brushed.

• Chassis frame, rear mirrors with brackets, outside step frames: RAL

9005 black; or equivalent.

• Cab, Apparatus body: RAL 3000 Red

• Rims: Steel silver

3.4 Corrosion protection: All steel parts of the chassis and body will be completely sand blasted prior to welding. The body cab and chassis will be hollow cavity-sealed with wax. The frame and body will be protected with underbody rock fall conservation.

4.0 Chassis and Cab: Chassis and cab shall be specifically designed for the use as firefighting vehicle. The vehicle shall be equipped with a firefighting vehicle preparation package from the chassis manufacturer. The chassis shall be commercially available on the European market and be provided with a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).

4.1 Drive train: A permanent all-wheel drive train (4x4) system with transversal driver´s operated differential locking mechanism shall be provided. Permanent driveline installations shall be balanced to prevent vibration

4.2 Axles: Two axle layout. Single wheel steering front axle, single wheel rear axle with locking differentials on both axles.

4.3 Suspension:

• Front axle: Rigid steering axle with parabolic leaf suspension and stabilizer bar at least 9,000 kg rated GAWR

• Rear axle: Rigid axle with parabolic leaf suspension at least 13,000 kg rated

GAWR

• Wheelbase: Min 4,800mm

4.4 Rims, tires and wheels: The tires will be model and manufacturer recommended by the chassis manufacturer. Mud flaps will be installed behind each wheel.

4.4.1 Rims: Rims, aluminum, shall match weight rating of axles and chassis

4.4.2 Tires: All tires shall match weight rating of axles and chassis

4.4.3 Front axle: 14R20

4.4.4 Rear axle: 14R20

4.5 Steering: A left-hand driver ram-assisted power steering system will be provided with tilt and telescoping steering column. The steering mechanism shall be capable of turning the front wheels to an angle of at least 30 degrees to either the right or the left for front axle.

4.6 Snow chains: A set of four snow chains matching the tire wheel combination will be shipped loose. System must be licensed for use on German public road with bituminous surfaces in the period 01 October to 30 April.

4.7 Frame: Frame shall be welded ladder type construction with u-shape frame rails and cross members; One (1) front and two (2) rear-towing eyes are welded to the frame rails. Front and rear tow eyes with pintle hooks attached to frame rails will be supplied.

4.8 Skid plates: Protect engine and transmission with heavy duty skid plates IAW industry standards.

4.9 Brakes: The braking system at a minimum shall meet the NFPA 1900 and GUV D71. The system will be a fully electronically controlled dual circuit air-brake system (EBS) with ABS, electronic stability program (ESP) and anti-spin regulator (ASR). The system shall be supplemented by a Diesel exhaust brake. The entire system shall meet requirements of German street code (STVZO) and be certified IAW ECE R13 (Regulation No 13 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE) — Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and O with regard to braking). The air brake system shall consist of the following components:

4.9.1 Rear axle brakes: Each rear axle will be equipped with drum brakes.

4.9.2 Front axles brakes: The front axle brakes shall ventilated drum brakes.

4.9.3 Dual air system with dual gauges and a warning light and buzzer: A spring actuated parking brake built into the rear axle brakes with a manual control and warning light the in cab. These shall automatically apply in case of air system failure. A mechanical means of releasing the spring brake shall be provided in the event of total loss of air pressure.

4.9.4 A quick build up system shall be provided, capable of building enough air pressure to release the spring brake in less than sixty (60) seconds, when starting with the entire air system at zero pounds pressure.

4.9.5 The brake system shall be a split system. The two (2) systems shall be connected with a double check valve that shall automatically shuttle air from the front system to the rear system should loss of air pressure occur.

This system shall also modulate the amount of air so the spring brakes shall apply in direct relationship to the amount of pressure applied to the treadle valve. The brake system shall be equipped with a valve to provide modulated spring brakes in the event there is low air pressure in the rear axle air supply reservoir. All components (service brake, retarder, exhaust brake) and features (ABS, Hill hold and traction control) of the braking system shall be supervised and controlled through a fully integrated electronic control system.

4.9.6 Compressor: An air compressor shall be provided with a minimum of 360ccm, all discharge line will be made out of stainless steel.

4.9.7 ABS system: An industry standard four channel, single rear axle model, ABS Braking System shall be supplied. An electronic control unit (ECU) shall monitor and control wheel speed during braking. Wheel sensors, constantly monitoring wheel speed, send information to the ECU.

If a wheel begins to lock, the ECU transmits an electrical impulse to modulator valves that can apply, release or hold the air pressure in the brake chambers. The rapid modulation of air pressure prevents wheel lock-up and increases driver control. If a fault occurs in one wheel, that wheel shall have normal (non-ABS) brake function. The other wheels shall continue to provide the ABS function. If the ABS system should fail completely, the brake control shall be returned to normal (non-ABS) braking. An ABS warning light shall be installed on the driver's dash message center. This warning light shall cycle through a test stage at the point of ignition turn on and remain illuminated until the vehicle reaches approximately four (4) mph (6.5kph). The light shall illuminate in other conditions to warn of an ABS system failure and shall illuminate when the diagnostic function is activated. For off road use, there will be the ability provided to de-activate the ABS from the cab or engage dedicated off road mode allowing more wheel lock and build up of ground wedge in front of the wheel.

4.9.8 Holding Capacity of service Brake: The service brake shall be able to hold the vehicle fully loaded at least at a 50% slope.

4.9.9 Holding Capacity of parking Brake: The parking brake shall be able to hold the vehicle fully loaded at least at a 50% slope. The parking brake will activate brakes on all axles.

4.9.10 Service brake performance: The service brake at a minimum shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1900 and STVZO and capable to stop the vehicle at a speed of 20mph/32kph in less than 10 meters and at a speed of 40mph/64kph in less than 37 meters.

4.9.11 Service brake actuation: A suspended foot paddle for service brake and STVZO compliant lever for parking brake.

4.9.12 Hill hold function: A hill hold function shall be provided. This avoids that the vehicle starts to roll on a slope, when vehicle is at a stop and the brake pedal is released.

4.9.13 Engine brake: An exhaust engine brake system shall be provided.

Actuation shall be possible manually through a floor mounted switch or automatically when retarder (through lever) or service brake (through foot pedal) are actuated.

4.10 Traction control system: An electronic traction control system shall be applied using ABS sensors. On slippery surfaces, sensors detect differentials in wheel spin on the propulsion axles and selectively apply the brake on an individual wheel (the one spinning) to direct propulsion torque to the wheel with the higher traction and subsequently less revolutions

4.11 Engine: A high performance diesel engine with electronically controlled fuel injection system shall be installed.

4.11.1 NUMBER OF CYLINDERS: Six

4.11.2 DISPLACEMENT: Max. 13 liters

4.11.3 RATED BHP: at least 420 @ 1400 RPMTORQUE: at least 2100

Nm @ 1000 RPM

4.11.4 Radiator/cooling system: Water cooling system; suitable for an ambient temperature range from -25°C to +45°C.Design: Heavy duty type, with transmission oil cooler, remote mounted semi-transparent reservoir tank reservoir is visible from the outside. Alternatively, the oil level may be displayed on the dashboard.

4.12 Maintenance intervals: Maintenance Intervals shall not be shorter than European Industry standard.

4.13 Fuel system: A fuel tank with heated filter element and fuel pump will be installed. Capacity will be sufficient to provide for a minimum of 48.3km (30mi) of highway travel at 88.5 kph (55mph) plus two hours of pumping at full capacity at the full rated pump discharge. The fuel tank will have a capacity of not less than 200 liters. The fuel system will be equipped with a heated fuel/water separator and manual drain. Emission treatment will not require any additional supplies other than fuel. The entire fuel system shall meet the engine manufacturers’ requirements.

4.14 Transmission: A fully automatic transmission with integrated transfer case, low range reduction and engine mounted torque converter shall be installed.

Alternatively, a fully automated clutch operated transmission with split range, at least twelve speeds and integrated transfer case may be provided. All shifts shall occur fully automatic and shall not require the operation of a clutch pedal. The transmission shall be specifically designed for emergency services vehicle application and permanent operation. I.e. special pattern logic inhibits tailored to the unique demands of emergency vehicles. For example, general truck calibrations prevent shifts from neutral to a range if engine speed is above 900 rpm; however, emergency calibrations will tolerate a higher engine speed of 1260 rpm before preventing the shift. The transmission shall be able to shift from first through sixth gear without operator

4.14.1 Automatic transmission cooler: An automatic transmission cooler shall be provided as an integral part. The cooler shall be of sufficient size to maintain the operating temperature within the recommended limits of the transmission manufacturer.

4.14.2 Torque Converter: The torque converter (if provided) will be equipped with a lock up clutch with a torsion damper effective in all ranges.

4.14.3 The transmission shall be installed between the frame rails.

4.14.4 Shift lever: The automatic transmission shall be controlled by an electromechanical or fully electronic lever type shift control. It shall have an internal lock (hold override button) to securely hold the shifter in the position selected. It shall be steering column mounted. It shall allow to select manually each gear and subsequently to up or downshift. The selected gear and drive mode (manual or automatic shall be displayed in direct sight of the driver.

4.14.5 Kick down feature: The transmission shall provide a kick down feature.

When the accelerator pedal is depressed over a defined pressure point, the transmission shall automatically downshift to the lowest technical possible gear, which would not over rev the engine at the current speed to provide maximum acceleration.

4.14.6 Power Take off: The transmission will be equipped with a power take off.

The transmission will be rated by the manufacturer to provide power to PTO at maximum required power demand from pump.

4.15 Back up alarm: A solid-state electronic audible back-up alarm that actuates when the truck is shifted into reverse shall be provided. The device shall sound at 60 pulses per minute and automatically adjust its volume to maintain a minimum five (5) db(a) above surrounding environmental noise levels.

4.16 Cab: The cab will be a fully trimmed commercial conventional (cab behind engine) two-door extended cab version, constructed of fully galvanized steel. The complete cab in ftwo door configurations will be standard off the shelf product provided from the chassis manufacturer. The cab shall be fully insulated against heat and cold. The cab shall be mounted with spring suspension and stabilizer to the chassis. The windscreen will be made of laminated safety glass, side windows are made of tempered safety glass. Front windows will be tinted, and power operated. The cab will be equipped with heater and dual air conditions units.

Access steps must be designed and fabricated in accordance with EN 1846 part 2 requirements. Yellow colored access handles must be mounted next to the access doors and 2 additional handles must be mounted close to or on the seats.

Interior light shall be operated automatically on door opening as well manually by means of integrated switch. Floor must be covered with anti-slip rubber or equivalent material. All interior surfaces will be water repellent and easily washable.

4.16.1 Crash test: The cab model (door configuration, roof height, length) shall have successfully passed the requirements ECE R29-3 roof strength and pendulum test, respectively, as described in Annex 3 of standard ECE (Economic Commission for Europe)-Regulation 29/3.

4.16.2 Cab dimensions: The cab shall have the following overall dimensional requirements:

• Clear interior width 82 ¾” / 2100mm minimum

• Clear height cabin interior 59”/1500 mm minimum

• Clear length cabin interior: 75”/1905mm minimum

• Driver’s seat: Cushion to Roof - 41” / 1050mm minimum.

4.16.3 Exterior Cab equipment:

• Front Bumper: provide a heavy-duty steel bumper to protect the lower cab section.

• Lights: At least one pair of high intensity headlights (high beam and low beam) and turn signals integrated in the bumper protected with grill guards.

• Mirrors: All mirrors, will be all electrically adjustable and heated. A complete set of mirrors IAW EU standards will be installed. Main rearview mirrors with a glass area of not less than 387.1 cm2 (60 in.2) will be provided on each side of the vehicle. Additionally, each side shall be provided with a minimum 45.2 cm2 (7 in.2) wide-angle (convex) mirror. A single convex mirror covering the front end will be provided on the passenger side.

• Windscreen wipers: Dual (2) windscreen wipers with jet washers. At least three speeds and additional intermittent setting.

• Doors: Large safety doors will be provided, one the left and one on the right side and will have power roll down windows. Each window shall have an exterior glass weather seal to prevent the influx of exterior air. The doors can be opened up to at least 85° to provide maximum safety for the crewmembers entering and exiting. All doors shall have interior door locks and exterior keyed door lock controls. The cab doors shall have a minimum of 96 square (0.062m2) inches of white reflective material affixed to the inside of each door. Door locks. All doors shall be keyed alike and equipped with power door locks. The doors shall be equipped with appropriate safety interlocks to prevent accidental locking of the doors when closed. The doors shall have interior and exterior paddle latches, and shall be mounted in an easy to reach location.

The seat occupant shall not block interior latch.

• Keys: At least three complete sets of keys will be provided with the apparatus.

• Door pockets: T doors shall be equipped with door pockets sufficient in size to hold a standard clipboard for letter size paper.

• Doorsteps driver and passenger door: Driver and passenger door shall be each equipped with at least two doorsteps IAW applicable European safety regulations.

• Air Horns: Dual air horns shall be installed on the roof, one each side. Noise output shall be at 85 dB (A) at five feet (1.20m). To eliminate inadvertent operation the chassis air horns shall be operable only when the battery selector and ignition switch are in the "ON" position. A lanyard with a ‘Y-chain’ shall control the chassis air horns or by activation switches mounted in direct reach of driver and officer. The lanyard chain shall be mounted to the center of the overhead console within reach of both the driver and officer and shall terminate at the cab center. Alternatively separate actuation switches (two) for driver and officer may be provided.

• Brush guards: Protect entire cab to include light bar with brush guards meeting NFPA 1900.

4.16.4 Interior cab equipment:

• Backup camera system: A backup camera system with at least 6” (15 cm) TFT color monitor installed in a central console and CCD camera with 70- degree, protection class IP 68, aluminum casing installed in the rear of the vehicle will be provided. The system shall automatically engage upon selecting the rear drive gear:

• Two (2) grab handles for passenger entry assistance

• Two (2) sun visors

• Vinyl floor mat, non-slip

• Two (2) dome lights, green with manual activation

• Two (2) dome lights white. The lights will activate once the doors are opened. A dedicated central switch will allow to disable the system and to turn on the lights permanently with a dimming function.

• Heater with dash mounted control and dual air conditioning unit.

• Radio compartment and preparation: Beneath or behind the officer's seat there shall be a storage/radio compartment at least 19-

1/2" wide x 17" long x 7" high (49.53cm wide x 43.18cm long x 17.78cm high). The compartment shall have a diamond plate door mounted on a piano hinge to prevent stored materials from spilling out. Access through this door shall be from the side of the seat box.

Contractor will install two Government Furnished Property radios (one Motorola Astro digital and one German analog FuG 8b radio) to include power supply and contractor provided antennas.

Contractor will supply and install one digital handheld radio terminal (HRT) certified for German BOS trunked network with active charger and all accessories (separate microphone speaker, antenna) for all vehicles . Contractor will additionally install two chargers for Motorola Astro XTS 5000 portable radios (Government Furnished Property) on the doghouse and four chargers (Government Furnished Property) for Adalit lanterns (specified in the attachment). Installation includes complete wiring for power supply to allow charging. All control heads will be installed on the dashboard or in a separate overhead console. Exact location will be coordinated with the government. The contractor will provide and install an RDS capable AM/FM receiver with CD drive, auxiliary jack, speakers, and antenna in the dashboard.

• Helmet storage: A storage tray to securely store at least two

(2) firefighter helmets will be provided in the cab.

• Road safety kit: One (1) set of STVO approved hazard triangles and a first aid kit shall be supplied with the chassis. They shall be stored in a plastic case and shipped loose with the chassis

• Tool set: The contractor will provide a complete tool set for basic maintenance and repair of chassis and body.

• Dashboard: The instrument panel shall be equipped with a full set of instruments, illuminated switches and a complete warning system with indicator lights and audible alarms. The dashboard shall be padded and ergonomically angled to the driver.

A glove box capable to store all chassis manuals shall be installed in front of the passenger (officer’s) seat. A map reading light mounted on a flexible arm will be installed on the dashboard in front of the officer’s seat. At a minimum the controls and gauges specified below will be installed.

• Control panel for driving operation:

• Gauges:

• Speedometer, electronic with trip odometer. The vehicle will not be equipped with a tachograph.

• Tachometer, electronic with engine hour meter

• Oil pressure indicator or gauge

• Coolant temperature indicator or gauge

• Transmission temperature indicator or gauge.

• Voltmeter

• Air pressure gauge

• Turn signal control and indicator lights

• Headlight switch

• High-beam headlight switch and indicator

• Fuel level gauge

• Master ignition switch (if a key is provided, it shall be unable to be removed from the driving compartment interior)

• Heater/defroster controls

• Warning lights and siren switches

• Master electrical load switch

• “Battery on” indicator light

• Windshield wipers and windshield washer control

• PTO-engaged indicator

• Warning indicators

• Hazard indicator light: A red flashing or rotating light, located in the driving compartment, shall be illuminated automatically whenever the apparatus’s parking brake is not fully engaged and any of the following conditions exist:

• Any passenger or equipment compartment door is not closed.

• Any other device permanently attached to the apparatus is open, extended, or deployed in a manner that is likely to cause damage to the apparatus if the apparatus is moved.

• High coolant temperature, warning light and alarm.

• Low pressure brake air supply, warning light and alarm

• Low coolant level, warning light and alarm

• Low fuel level

• Stop engine

• Check engine

• Differential locks

• Turning direction, left/right

• Hazard, 4 way flasher

• High beam

• Park brake engaged

• Battery ON

• Stop engine warning light, indicating any severe problems to the engine requiring immediate action such as low coolant levels, low oil level etc.

• Master ignition switch (if a key is provided, it shall be unable to be removed from the driving compartment interior)

4.16.5 Fluid Plate: A permanent plate shall be mounted in the driver's compartment, which specifies overall dimensions of the vehicle, the quantity and type of fluids required including engine oil, engine coolant, transmission, pump transmission lubrication, pump primer and drive axle.

4.16.6 Seats: Provide 1 driver + 1 crewmember.

• A label stating “DO NOT WEAR HELMET WHILE SEATED” shall be visible from each seating location. A location for helmet storage shall be provided in direct reach of the seated person. The helmets shall be secured in compliance with in a fully enclosed and latched compartment.

• Driver Seat: Air-suspended driver's high back seat with integrated headrest. Covered with cloth. Seat assembly; adjustable (horizontal, vertical and lumbar support); complete with 3-point safety belt (red) integrated in the seat assembly. The seat back is separately adjustable for incline. The seat shall be color matching the interior trim. The air suspension shall be coupled to an adjustable shock absorber, which allows adjusting to the driver’s weight.

• Officer’s Seating position (passenger seat): High back seat with integrated head rest. Covered with cloth. Seat assembly;

adjustable (horizontal); complete with 3-point safety belt (red) integrated in the seat assembly. The seat back is separately adjustable for incline. The seat shall be color-matching the interior trim.

5. Safety Systems (not mentioned elsewhere):

5.0 Tire Pressure monitoring system: A tire pressure monitoring system IAW NFPA 1900 will be provided.

5.1 A Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS) IAW industry standards for off road use will be provided

5.2 Electronic stability program: An EU industry standard electronic stability program will be provided.

5.3 Lane departure warning: An EU industry standard lane departure warning assist system with visual and audible notification shall be provided.

5.4 Seatbelts: All seats will be equipped with seatbelts, seatbelt pretensioners and seatbelt monitoring system. Seatbelt assemblies will be EU approved (DEKRA-testing certificate 200003423 or equivalent). Seatbelt length will not be less than 2800mm measured IAW NFPA 1900, para 11.1.3. Color will be red.

5.5 Airbags: Driver side and passenger side airbags will be provided.

5.6 Seat belt warning labels and seat belt warning system: The cab shall be equipped with at least two (2) seat belt warning labels. These labels are to be in full view of the occupants in the seated position. The seat belt warning system shall consist of an audible warning device that can be heard at all seating positions designed to be occupied while the vehicle is in motion and a visual display visible to the driver or the officer showing the condition of each seating position. The warning shall be activated anytime the parking brake is released or the automatic transmission is not in park/neutral. The seat position display shall indicate conditions in accordance with NFPA 1900 Table 11.1.3.8.3.

6 Electrical System: The apparatus "Electrical Distribution System" (EDS) shall meet European industry standards. The entire system shall be controlled through a CAN type network. The system shall be prepared by the chassis manufacturer to interact with a firefighting apparatus body and it electrical components. I.e. a provision for engine remote start when operating the winch.

6.1 Voltage:

• Chassis: 24V Lighting;

• Fire Fighting Body and components: 24V

6.2 Batteries: At least two (2) x 24 V, maintenance free batteries, each at least 170Ah, are mounted in a box on right rear side of the vehicle. A battery disconnect/isolator switch is provided in the cab, accessible from outside when driver door is open.

6.3 Alternator: 24V / Min 150 A

6.4 Electrical harness: The electrical wiring is circuit/function numbered for easy identification. Wiring terminals are crimped properly.The wiring harness shall be neatly routed with proper radius and looms or conduits are used where necessary.

The chassis wiring shall be installed on the chassis frame rail and is clamped to reduce premature wear.

6.5 EMI/RFI Protection: The apparatus shall incorporate the latest designs in the electrical system to ensure that radiated and conducted electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) emissions are suppressed at the source. The apparatus proposed shall have the ability to operate in the environment typically found in fire ground operations with no adverse effects from EMI/RFI. EMI/RFI susceptibility is usually controlled by utilizing components that are fully protected and wiring that utilizes shielding and loop back grounds where required. All lights installed will be in LED technology.

6.6 Battery charger and external power supply: When parked, the vehicle will be charged through a charging socket Rettbox Air standard 230V / 24 V incl. Inlet box with lubricated flex wiring, 4m. A battery charging system microprocessor operated with characteristic curve programming EMV certified with sensor cable, temperature sensor and high-performance relays shall be installed monitoring all intakes.

Minimum required performance: 25 Amp @ 24V, designed to charge 24V batteries with a capacity of up to 500Ah. The charger shall be equipped with short-circuit and reverse polarity protection. A minimum of 16 programmable charging cures shall be accommodated on the E-prom Input voltage: 230 VAC 40 - 60 Hz (90-260V) Temperature range: from -25°C to +40°C IP class: IP21, protection class 1.Low Voltage Protection: A low voltage power protection will disconnect certain electrical consumer to ensure there is enough power to always start the engine, incl.

optical and acoustical indication. A cut off relay 24 V will be installed for vehicle battery and additional battery, to ensure charging is guaranteed via charging socket when engine is parked. (The installed relay cannot be used because it only operates when engine is running).

6.7 NATO Socket: An external electrical socket with NATO connectors (IAW VG 96917) shall be installed in the rear of the vehicle to allow emergency jump-start with a standardized NATO cable. Electronic siren: An electronic siren with separate control head shall be provided. The control head shall be equipped with a microphone for announcements and be mounted in direct reach of both officer and driver. The siren shall be capable at least these sound patterns: Waive, yell, Hi Lo, PA 7.5

6.8 Compressed air siren: A “Martin” type air compressor fanfare with four amplifying horns and tone tracker circuit has to be fitted at the front of the vehicle above the front bumper at the radiator grill. All electrical/pneumatic installation has to be performed by the contractor. 200 Watt, 125db in 1 m distance, DIN 14610EG, DIN B03, ECE E1-10 R-022601, tuned 435 +450/ 580 + 600 HZ.

6.9 NFPA warning light package: A complete warning light package IAW NFPA 1900 will be provided. All warning lights will be blue in color. All warning lights shall be activated individual switched in a center console mounted panel with LCD screen panel and all together with one master switch. The master switch shall allow for drive and “on scene setting”. Drive will engage all warning lights. “On scene” will disable horns and front flashers. It will at least activate scene lights, engage PTO (once transmission is in neutral) and hazard flashers.

• Low level front warning lights: Two (2) LED-warning lights shall be mounted on the front of the chassis above the headlights at the upper outermost corners in vertical position. These two (2) lights fulfill the requirements for Lower Zones A, B & D lower- level warning devices.

• Front intersection lights: Two (2) LED-warning lights shall be mounted one

(1) on each side of the bumper/gravel shield. There shall be a stainless-steel guard installed to protect the light.

• Cab side warning lights: Two (2) LED warning lights, with flasher, shall be mounted one (1) on the driver’s side and one (1) on the officer’s (passenger) side of the vehicle, over the front tires, placed no greater than 25 feet between the front and rear lower warning lights.

• Cab roof light bar: A cab roof warning light bar will be furnished and rigidly mounted on top of the cab roof. Light bar will be equipped with at least six double row LED modules, with outward modules angled to provide coverage to the front and the side. Lenses will be blue except for center lenses (clear). The light bar will be programmed in conjunction with the control head to allow at a minimum two flash patterns, one for “Blocking Right of Way”, one “Calling for Right of Way” IAW NFPA 1900.

Alternatively, two small light bars may be provided as long as performance requirements per NFPA 1900 are being met.

• Lower body mounted strobes: At least two blue LED-warning lights will be installed on each side of the body at the front and rear lower corner.

• Upper body mounted strobes: At least two blue LED-warning lights will be installed on each side of the body at the front and rear upper corner.

6.10 Lights:

• Driving lights: The vehicle will be equipped with a complete set of driving lights in accordance with European standards to include headlights ( low and hi beam), turn signals, marker light and backup lights for operation on public roads. Headlights will be a daytime running light configuration.

Separate fog lights will be provided at the front of the vehicle. All lights on the vehicle front will be equipped with brush guards. A high-pressure washer system will be provided for head and fog lights.

• Marker lights: Shall be provided IAW FMVSS standards. All marker lights shall be LED type and activate when headlights are turned on. Five (5) amber LED cab face mounted clearance lights shall be supplied, mounted above the windshield. Five (5) red body mounted clearance lights shall be supplied, mounted at the rear body side. Three amber marker lights shall be installed IAW FMVSS standards on each side of the vehicle.

• Corner lights. Two corner lights (one at each side) mounted at the rear of the vehicle will be provided. The lights shall be visible from the rear-view mirrors to allow the drive gauging the dimensions of the vehicle.

• Taillights: A total of four (4) LED taillight units (one in each corner) will be installed at the rear body and consist of brake light, taillight, sequential amber arrow turn signal and blue strobe light (as part of the emergency lighting package). Additionally, two white backup lights and rear fog lights will be provided in the lower light units. The backup lights will activate when the automatic transmission is placed in reverse gear

• Step lights: Two (2) step well lights shall be supplied. These lights, one in each step well, shall have a light hood to direct the light downward toward the step and the ground. All step well lights shall be illuminated when any door is opened and the battery selector is on.

• Scene lights: At least one (1) scene light on the right, one (1) on the rear and one (1) on the left side of the vehicle will be mounted in the upper part of the superstructure..

• Backup and maneuver lights: Safety and maneuver lights (45 Watt) shall be installed on rear view mirrors for additional illumination of the side and rear.

• Engine compartment maintenance lights: At least two (2) engine maintenance lights shall in the engine compartment. These lights shall illuminate automatically when the cab is tilted to the full tilt position Light pole:

• Cab ground lights: One (1) light shall be mounted beneath each door.

These lights shall be designed to provide illumination on areas under the driver and crew riding area exits. All cab ground lights shall be switchable and shall automatically activate when any cab exit door is opened.

• A Flood Light pole with extendable LED lights (min.8 ea. with 42 Watt each) with remote control operated from rear equipment compartment, electrical wired to generator shall be installed on the cab roof. Light Pole shall expand pneumatically operated. The light pole will extend to a height of at least 5.5 meters above ground it shall be controlled through a graphic display on the remote control. It shall be possible to select each light individually. The light pole shall only activate if the parking brake is engaged and the transmission is in neutral. Condition of the light pole (expanded or not) shall be displayed on the dash board. A red warning light or warning message will activate once the parking brake is released and the light pole is still in operating position. Whenever the parking brake is released the light pole will deactivate and contract automatically.

7 APPARATUS BODY: The vehicle will be equipped with a fully integrated rescue truck body, which houses equipment lockers on the side.

7.1 Superstructure: The superstructure shall be a rigid cross-section self-supporting light alloy or aluminum plate design with increased rigidness.

They will be bonded with either gluing technology, bolting systems or welding technology IAW industry standards. Screw connections and aluminum profiles will not be used. All plates will be bent and shaped to increase the torsion resistance. The body will be is mounted onto a sub-frame which is fixed to the chassis frame with flexible bearings, to avoid chassis flex induces stress peaks to the body and tanks. Body elements will be made of glass fiber reinforced plastic or any other non- corroding material.

7.2 Equipment lockers: The body will be equipped with six (6) equipment lockers (three on each side) extending over the whole length and height of the body and a rear compartment. Except over the rear axle, the equipment lockers will extend below the sub frame as low as possible while still maintaining still the minimum ground clearance. All equipment identified in the equipment lists (Attachment A-2) will be securely stored in the equipment compartments on foldout trays or whenever feasible in stored in storage boxes and a supporting shelving system. Brackets will be provided to secure each individual piece of equipment. Equipment provided by the Government may come from different manufacturers which will be specified in attachment A-2. The fitting brackets shall meet the Government's provided equipment measurements as specific in attachment A-2. Power will be provided to all pieces of equipment requiring permanent charging (identified in Attachment A-2). The battery-operated Jaws of Life identified in attachment A-2 will be charged with a direct 230V power supply. All lockers will be equipped with lights to provide sufficient illumination to the entire compartment, when fully loaded. The equipment locker illumination will be automatically activated by magneto switches whenever the compartment is opened. All compartments will be well ventilated. If additional compartment space is available, the contractor will furnish this space with shelves and standard DIN storage boxes.

7.3 Roller shutters: Each equipment compartment will be closed by a dust and waterproof, powder coated aluminum roller shutters. Roller shutters will be spring loaded equipped with a lockable bar lock. Roller shutter will be dual skinned design to ensure the roller shutter can always be opened, also, if for example a tool has come off its bracket, which normally would block the roller shutter. A top-hinged lift-up hatch will enclose the rear compartment. The hatch will be equipped with at least two (2) gas struts capable to completely lift the hatch, and a pull-down strap to assist closing.

7.4 Foot Boards: Footboards will be provided for equipment lockers extending below the sub frame (front and rear locker on each side). They enclose the lower section (below sub frame) of the front and rear locker. The fender around the rear axle is designed as a fold down footboard to assist accessing the compartment above the rear axle. The footboards will be at least 40 cm in depth. The fold down wheelhouse step will gas strut assisted. All footboards will equip maintenance free hinges. At least two (2) gas struts will be provided to support opening and closing the footboard. The boards will be equipped with at least a weather resistant double seal at all parts in contact with body or shutters. The footboards will have at least rated load capacity of 250 kg. All surfaces subject to be stepped on, will be coated with slip resistant paint, or equipped with slip resistant plates meeting the requirement of GUV D29. Each footboard will be equipped with at least two (2) yellow flashing lights, which engage automatically, when the footboard is lowered.

7.5 Shelving system / storage boxes: Whenever possible equipment will be stored in storage boxes designed IAW European industry standard (VDA 4500 -Small Load Carrier (KLT) System Part 1). These boxes will be arranged by systematic groups in a built-in rack storage system. To provide flexibility the racks system will use DIN size and shape Aluminum profiles. All connections and holding brackets will be attached with screws. A modification of the rack system will not require any welding or grinding. Boxes and containers secured against transport movements.

7.6 Equipment labels: All equipment stored in the respective storage compartment or in the cab will be identified on a list attached to the inside of each storage compartment. Individual labels will be provided at each tray/bracket IAW European fire truck industry standards.

7.7 Roof: The roof will be configured as walk on storage space for equipment not stored in the equipment locker (i.e. portable ladders). .Walkways will be provided to access equipment. These will be rated at least for a load capacity of 250kg. Both sides of the roof will be equipped with a safety rail that is also holding the roof illumination. The surface of the working deck is covered with a special sand/plastics coating, which is extremely slip resistant. A down tilt able ladder, incorporated into the superstructure is mounted on the right-hand side of the rear wall to provide easy access to the roof of the superstructure.

8 Marking: All retro reflective materials shall conform to the requirements of

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D 4956 Standard Specification for retro reflective Sheeting for Traffic Control, Section 6.1.1 for Type I Sheeting.

8.1 Reflective stripe: Three black reflective stripes (on main stripe at least 4” and two 1.5” stripes above and below) will be provided in Z pattern. The stripes will be separated by at least one inch. The stripes will be applied to the full the cab and body length on each side, and at least 25 percent of the width of the front of the apparatus.

8.2 Front Chevrons: At least 25 percent of the front facing-facing vertical surfaces, , excluding windows, headlights and similar shall be equipped with retro reflective striping in a chevron pattern sloping downward and away from the centerline of the vehicle at an angle of 45 degrees. Each stripe in the chevron shall be a single color alternating between red and yellow. Each stripe shall be 6 in. (150 mm) in width. A reflective sign min 10” (3,048mm) high and 30” (9,144mm) wide with wording “KEEP BACK 500ft.” will be installed at the rear of the vehicle.

8.3 Rear chevrons: At least 50 percent of the rear-facing vertical surfaces, visible from the rear of the apparatus, excluding any pump panel areas not covered by a door, shall be equipped with retro reflective striping in a chevron pattern sloping downward and away from the centerline of the vehicle at an angle of 45 degrees. Each stripe in the chevron shall be a single color alternating between red and yellow. Each stripe shall be 6 in. (150 mm) in width. A reflective sign min 10” (3,048mm) high and 30” (9,144mm) wide with wording “KEEP BACK 500ft.” will be installed at the rear of the vehicle.

8.4 Lettering/Logos: The government will supply two logos (Army Maltese Cross and Army Logo) and lettering to be attached to driver and officer’s door (Army Maltese Cross) and the rear (Army Logo) in electronic format. The logos will be a computer generated multicolor (16.4M colors) self-adhesive with a size of a minimum of 10” by 10” (25.4cm by 25.4cm). A maximum of sixty (60) three

(3) inch (7.62cm) letters will be provided to coincide with the Fire Department's existing lettering and Army policy affixed to the side. The lettering “U.S. Army” will be affixed to the front and the rear. All lettering will be gold leaf color with black shadow outline. Font for all lettering will be “Bookman old Style Bold”. in Logo and lettering will be clear coated with an acrylic enamel clear coat.

9 License plate: The contractor will furnish and install two (2) license plates

IAW AR 58-1 figure 9-1 (attached below) and par 9-6. With fitting mounting brackets. One license plate will be installed at the rear, one at the front of the vehicle. The government will provide the U.S. Army registration numbers to be displayed on the license plate.

10 Rescue Equipment / Winch: Provide a centrally mounted winch IAW DIN 14 584 with cable outlet in front bumper through a dedicated trumpet. The winch shall have a Traction Capstan Spooling layout. The rope is spooled on a dedicated drum however force is applied through distinct capstan cylinders allowing for a constant maximum towing capacity. The rope will be stored without tension in the drum, resulting in extended rope life. To securely hold the storage drum while the vehicle is driving, a hydraulically released, spring applied holding brake will be fitted to the storage drum. The rope end sensor will be part of the storage drum assembly. The rope end sensor indicates that the maximum rope length is paid out and sends a signal to the electronics.

As a result the winch is stopped and consequently only paying-in is possible.

The winch will be equipped with an electronic / hydraulic proportional winch control. The Capstans shall be operated by a hydraulic motor and controlled via a dedicated cable remote control mounted in the vehicle cab allowing all to control all functions of the winch. Characteristics:

10.1 Nominal pulling Force: Min 50 kN

10.2 Rope Diameter: Min 13mm

10.3 Rope length: Min. 60m

10.4 Protection: IP 67

10.5 Guaranteed service life: Min 400hours

10.6 Weight with all accessories and components: Max. 250kG.Gearbox with hardened and ground teeth

10.7 Storage drum to house the rope

10.8 Grooved, hardened capstan drums

10.9 Hydraulically released holding brake to securely hold the nominal load High-performance hydraulic motors Load and high speed mode, providing two speed options (12/30 m/min)

10.10 Counterbalance valve for controlled lowering of the load digital electronics, enabling precise, highly-responsive winch control

10.11 End-of-rope monitor, providing timely electronic warning The winch shall be TÜV tested and certified through dedicated test.

11 Training: The contractor will develop and provide training sessions at least

24 hours onsite training (at the delivery location) for approximately 20 students in local language (German). The government will provide training facility at the U.S. Army installation. Training will be provided not later than (NLT) two weeks after delivery of the vehicle. The contractor will coordinate with the COR NLT 60 days prior delivery. Training will consist of classroom lecture and hands on training. The training will provide a comprehensive training about operation of the vehicle and troubleshooting. Each feature of the vehicle will be at least presented.

11.1 Minimum topics to be covered:

• Operation of the vehicle and initial trouble shooting (i.e.

changing a lit bulb or a fuse) Maneuvering the vehicle. This will include practical exercises covering backing up.

• Reaction in emergency like emergency braking, emergency lane changes etc.

• Setting the vehicle into operation

• Preventive maintenance and system checks required to be performed by the operator.The contractor will provide comprehensive classroom material in paper and electronic form (MS office compatible) for all training sessions. To allow a train the trainer and concept and repeat this training as a refresher with government in- house fire instructors, course materials will be developed IAW with standards prescribed in NFPA 1041 and all its annexes and implementation guidance prescribed in IFSTA manual “Fire Service Instructor”.

12 Documentation: Documentation: The contractor shall provide three sets (hardcopy-sealed in moisture proof plastic and electronic in an MS office compatible format):

12.1 Parts list to include all accessories

12.2 A wiring diagram of the entire electrical system.

12.3 A loading plan.

12.4 Preventive Maintenance Plan: A preventive maintenance plan outlining tasks to be performed, frequency and qualification required to execute task.

Maintenance plan: The contractor shall provide a comprehensive maintenance plan for the entire vehicle assembly and all associated equipment. The maintenance plan shall include all tasks required to retain the vehicle and its equipment usable adhering to manufacturer standards, applicable safety standards and NFPA requirements. This includes but is not limited to scheduled inspections, scheduled repair (I.e., replacing a timing belt) and required certification tests. For each task the plan shall identify at least:

• Required interval.

• Required task to be performed.

• Required qualification of personnel performing the task:

• Trained operator

• General vehicle technician with completed apprenticeship

• Fire truck technician with factory certification

• Accredited technician / expert (i.e., Sachverständiger IAW GUV Standards).

• Required spare parts with supporting spare numbers.

• Required specialized tools such as manufacturer specific engine tester.

• Estimated duration (labor hours).

12.5 A comprehensive manual outlining comprehensively operation of Truck and all its components consisting at least of:

• Operation manual for chassis and rescue body

• Maintenance manual for chassis and firefighting

• Spare parts list for superstructure and chassis

• A complete set of shop plans.

• Certificate of CE conformity, documenting for entire unit with all critical characteristics and supporting test certificates for and overall third party certification (TÜV/DEKRA) for compliance with applicable occupational safety and health standards.

• Confirmation document that all spare parts are available through the manufacturer for at least fifteen (15) years. All documentation shall be in English.

12.6 Above documentation shall be provided to the COR, not later than 3 weeks prior delivery of the truck.

13 Warranty: The entire vehicle including all accessories and equipment (except government provided) will be covered with 24 months of standard commercial warranty after…