Attachment 2 Specifications-Salient Characteristics.docx

This is a Specifications/Salient Characteristics document outlining the required features for diesel utility vehicles intended for grounds maintenance operations at the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 19.

The specification details a 3-cylinder diesel engine with 68.5 cubic centimeters displacement and 23.3 horsepower paired with a variable hydro transmission. Base model requirements include a limited slip front differential with rear differential lock, hydrostatic power steering with manual tilt capability, hydraulic cargo dump with oil cooler, and a factory cab equipped with air conditioning, heater, and defroster. Additional base specifications mandate fully-opening roll-down side windows, pre-wired stereo capability with speakers and antenna, front and rear independent adjustable suspension, 2-inch hitch receivers on both front and rear, radiator and bumper guards with lens guards, retractable 2-point seat belts, horn, parking brake, and spark arrestor muffler. Upgrade specifications include AM/FM/WX/BT/PA/USB HD radio, turn signal and hazard lights, LED front and rear work lights, strobe light mount kit, sunvisors, side mirrors, plastic bed liner, backup alarm, trailer hitch with ball mount, and a 10 cubic foot bed-mounted salt spreader with material flow control kit.