Attachment 2. 6 Stall Trailer Specifications.docx

6 Trailer Specifications

· GCVW under 12,000lbs: trailer weight must be under 12,000lbs to allow for towing of trailer and payload (dogs and equipment = approx. 1,500lbs) by all trucks in the current fleet.

· A/C Units: 15000 BTU: provides reliable and consistent climate control for all 18 stalls and is easily replaced when required; this unit is the correct size covered under the trailer maintenance contract.

· Generator: 7000 Watts: adequately powers the A/C units for 8+ hours and can be repaired under the current trailer maintenance contract.

· Barred Kennel Inner Gate: inner gate keeps MWDs secure in individual kennels while allowing exterior kennel door to remain open; enables adequate air exchange into the kennel area when outside temperatures do not require AC to maintain safe climates for MWDs.

· Trailer Height from Kennel to Ground: Not greater than a 23” drop from kennel floor to ground.

· The trailer (6 stall) must have the spaciousness to accommodate 6 canines, large size, and average weight 70-80 lbs. within individual stalls.

· Trailer design, specifications must meet all requirements of the FMVSS, Federal DOT and NATM. Trailer must have an individual 17 digit serial number in accordance with the FMVSS.

· Body size will be of adequate width and length to safely transport 6 canines. Loading height for canines will be low enough to not cause injury or undue strain to canines. Rear of trailer frame will high enough to prevent rear of trailer from dragging on the ground on uneven terrain. A 16” aluminum tread plate rear bumper will be installed and welded flush to the rear of the trailer.

· Large stall option is required for climate control option on each individual canine stall. It will provide the necessary room, so canines can freely move. The wide body option is required because it significantly reduces the trailer length and improves mobility of trailer while driving on uneven terrain and navigating around obstacles. Stall doors will open outward.

· Storage area will be located over the axles. The storage will have a drain hole to allow for proper drainage during cleanings. It will contain generator control compartment with a starting/storage battery and 35 amp converter charger. Storage area will have interior lighting and have 12 volt DC outlet to power additional accessories.

· Under frame will be steel with welded spring hangers, fully welded adjustable height cast iron hitch 2” ball coupler. A 2000 pound drop leg jack is required welded to the steel swivel tongue of adequate capacity.

· Safety breakaway electric brake controller with cable lanyard to activate the electric trailer brakes in the event of a separation from the tow vehicle. Trailer will include an 18 gallon aluminum fuel tank with easy access to re-fuel the trailer. Trailer will also include a pressure pump on a 20 gallon water tank.

· Cross members should be welded to reinforce frame structure of trailer.

· Sub floor should be treated plywood inside the perimeter frame, resting on the cross members and secured with stainless steel screws to each cross member. The treated plywood floor will be covered with a stainless steel floor, secured on all sides without any seams in the individual stall floors. The floor is flush to the edge of the trailer frame to allow for easy wash out of the individual canine stalls. Each stall will have a drain hole to allow for proper drainage during cleanings. Heavy duty rubber floor mats in the stalls are required. Each stall will have welded inner stall divider walls.

· The outer walls will be fully framed with alloy aluminum. On the outside of both sides and the rear of the trailer will have 4” tall vinyl lettering reading “CAUTION MILITARY WORKING DOG” in red and black lettering as seen above. The inner liner will be stainless steel, with adequate gauge on all edges rolled for the protection of the canines and people, secured to the aluminum framework with adhesive and stainless steel screws. The stainless steel screws should be self drilling. Screws will provide adequate spacing from the centers.

· Polyisocyanurate insulation or equivalent will line the inner stainless steel skin and the outer stainless steel skin. Stalls will not have spray on bed liners.

· The outer stainless steel skin will be of sufficient gauge, secured with adhesive and the same stainless steel screws as the inner skin and provide adequate spacing from the centers. All stainless steel edges will be rolled for the protection of the canines and people. This includes the entry of every stall, so canines will not be harmed from sharp edges. A metal stip substitute may be installed.

· The roof will be framed of aluminum alloy tube and fully welded. The stainless steel ceiling will be sturdy. The overall body, roof and construction should be adequate to hold up in the event of a collision. An aluminum 6’ roof rack will be fully welded and installed

· Four aluminum pop-up roof vents are required, with exterior access to open and close, are located on the roof to force air into the trailer during transport in mild weather.

· The welded interior divider walls will be fully framed, and all stainless edges will be rolled for the protection of the canines and people. The top of the divider walls will have expanded metal, or an equivalent pre-approved design, to prevent canine appendages from protruding into adjoining stalls. Additionally, the divider walls will be fully welded with mid braces to allow for full air flow from front to rear and side to side inside the trailer. The walls should be secured to the floor and sides of the trailer with stainless steel screws and fully sealed to the floor and walls with a dual layer sealant or equivalent to prevent moisture from migrating between the stalls and aid in washing out the trailer.

· The outer doors will be framed with aluminum tube and fully welded. The inner and outer skins will be stainless steel skin, attached with adhesive and stainless steel screws. The door should be fully insulated with polyisocyanurate or equivalent. The door latches should be stainless steel, with adequate door type latches with heavy duty snaps and chains on doors.

· The door should have safety snap and lanyard to prevent loss of the safety snap. Each stall door will have a fully adjustable vent. The vent can be opened/closed from outside the trailer. All outer doors will have a low-force gas charged strut that pushes the door open and holds the door open.

· The welded inner safety doors will be all aluminum, fully welded with vertical vent bars spaced adequately to allow for ventilation, safety of the canine and handler. The doors should have an easily operated slam latch for easy access. The inner doors have stainless steel full length hinge as the outer doors or equivalent. Doors will not have spray on bed liners. Include the metal strip at the base of each stall entrance to conceal the sharp sheet metal edge or roll the stainless steel so no sharp edges are exposed.

· All wiring will be routed so to prevent any access by the canines, both inside and outside the trailer.

· All exterior lighting, tail lights, turn signals, brake lights, rear mounted flood light and marker lights will be LED, and wired with a minimum of 16 gauge wire. Mid-ship LED marker lights should be installed as prescribed by law because of the body size.

· A roof mount 965cfm Superfan Exhaust Fan system will be installed with an additional weather cover to allow for operation when raining. The fan should be powered by the vehicle power system and possess proper amperage draw.

· The trailer requires a 5500 watt generator that will be built into aluminum, insulated generator closet toward or over the rear axle. The closet will be constructed of aluminum sheet, framed with aluminum tube, fully insulated and sealed from the trailer body to prevent the infiltration of fumes. The exhaust will be routed under the trailer. The tail pipe will extend past the rear of the trailer body.

· The generator will be a commercial duty, gasoline powered unit designed for continuous operation under harsh conditions. Fuel will be supplied from an adequate 18 gallon aluminum fuel tank with easy access to re-fuel the trailer.

· A generator control closet will contain the generator with remote electric stop/start switch, hour meter, master disconnect/kill switch, and interior lighting and thermostat controls for mount air conditioner. The trailer will have analog thermostats or digital thermostats as appropriate. Air conditioner will each have ducted air handler w/climate control. The generator will have a 30 amp circuit for the air conditioner. Install the generator wiring in such a way to prevent crimping to alleviate power issues from the generator to the AC unit.

· The trailer will have a 50 foot, 10 gauge shore line/extension cord with 120 adapters for AC/Heater in the control closet. A cord hatch through the outer wall is required that permits use of the shore line while the trailer is secured. The access door will be fully framed and insulated.

· The trailer will have a 15K BTU commercial air conditioner with 5.6K BTU heater mounted on the roof of trailer. The air conditioner will be operated from the control closet and feed into the central duct system. Each stall will have ducted air conditioning system will be constructed of stainless steel and runs the full length of the trailer. It will have separate adjustable multi-louver vents in each stall with a common air return.

· The running gear (tandem axle) will include lube hubs. Multi leaf springs will be rated adequate for each axle and attached with a cast iron equalizer for a smooth ride. The tires will be properly rated 8 ply radial tires with a matching spare tire mounted in an inconspicuous place. Steel mod style wheels will be installed for superior strength and durability. Torsion ride or air ride suspensions are not acceptable.

· All outer doors will use the same stainless steel hinges and stainless steel latches.