Attachment_A_-_Requirements_checklist.pdf

Specifications

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0.0 Section A - Chassis

1.0 CHASSIS (Freightliner M2 OR EQUAL)

1.01 The wheelbase shall not exceed 136 inches; cab-to-axle shall be 70 in. Overall length not to exceed 268 inches. Outside width in transport mode not to exceed 8'. Overall height not to exceed 9'

1.02 Speed shall be governed at 65 MPH.

1.03 Single-speed rear axle shall have a 6.43 ratio. An auxiliary transmission for sweeping is not acceptable.

1.04 Turning radius shall not exceed 19ft 7in curb to curb. Front axle steering cut shall be 50 degrees minimum.

1.05 Air compressor shall be 18.7 CFM.

1.06 Parking brake shall be spring applied rear wheel drum and shoe.

1.07 Air shall be equipped with an Bendix AD-9 air dryer

1.08 Chassis shall include front tow hooks. Access to frame on both sides of machine for jacking purposes shall be available.

2.0 CHASSIS ENGINE

2.01 Horsepower rating shall be 260 HP @ 2200 RPM. Torque rating shall be 720 ft-lbs. @ 1300 RPM.

2.02 Engine shall be supplied with a low oil pressure and high water temperature warning system integrated in the engine electronic system.

2.03 Radiator fan shall utilize a clutch type drive. Direct drive fans shall not be acceptable.

2.04 Anti-freeze/water mixture shall be rated at -34 F degrees

2.05 Diesel fuel tank shall have a minimum capacity of 50 U.S. gallons.

3.0 TRANSMISSION

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Attachment A - Requirements Checklist

3.01 Automatic transmission shall have six forward speeds and one reverse. (Allison 3500RDS or equal).

3.02 Transmission shift pattern shall be illuminated for night operation.

Shift operation shall be by push button in lieu of shift lever.

3.03 Transmission shall be equipped with a heavy-duty oil cooler and magnetic drain plugs.

3.04 Synthetic Transmission fluid (TES-295 compliant) shall be provided.

4.0 TIRES AND WHEELS

4.01 Tires shall be mounted on 10 stud hub piloted steel disc 22.5/8.25 rims.

4.02 Rear axle shall be equipped with dual tires for load capacity and stability. Rear mud flaps shall be supplied.

4.03 All wheels shall be interchangeable to allow for emergency change at the job site.

5.0 CAB

5.01 Console shall have Left / Right primary driver switch which changes controls for the operator station and instrumentation from left to right and back. For safety driver switch can only be activated with the parking brake applied.

5.02 Dual basic high back air suspension driver and passenger seats w/ mechanical lumbar and integrated cushion extension.

5.03 Each seat shall have a 3-point seat belt with automatic retractors.

5.04 Sweeper shall include two (2) outside heated and power

adjustable west coast type mirrors with molded in 8-inch convex auxiliary mirrors.

5.05 Cab shall be full width Aluminum cab with one-piece fiberglass tilting hood.

5.06 Dual electric horns shall be supplied.

5.07 Cab interior environment shall be fully conditioned by fresh air heater / ventilator / defroster / air conditioning with a three speed fan.

5.08 Cab shall have full flow through ventilation.

5.09 Windshield wipers shall be two speeds with washer.

5.10 Wipers shall have an intermittent feature.

5.11 Dashboard shall be fully faced with soft molded plastic; two cup holders shall be included.

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5.12 Left and right hand side grab handles shall be supplied to aid in operator entry and exit from the cab.

5.13 Sweeper shall have an automatic electronic back-up alarm.

5.14 Each operator station shall have an adjustable sun visor.

5.15 Doors shall be keyed alike with electric locks.

5.16 All glass shall be tinted safety glass.

5.17 Side windows shall have a defogger.

5.18 Door windows shall be electric open/close type.

5.19 Manufacturer must certify that cab noise level while operating does not exceed 82 dB(A) (per J919 testing).

5.20 """Truck shall be equipped with RH and LH 8"""" Stainless Steel Fender Mounted Convex Mirrors w/ Tripod Brackets"""

6.0 ELECTRICAL

6.01 Chassis alternator shall not be less than 160 amps.

6.02 Shall be a 12-volt negative ground system.

7.0 LIGHTING

7.01 All lighting shall meet DOT safety requirements.

7.02 Front and rear shall have clearance lights.

7.03 Left and right sides shall each contain two clearance lights.

7.04 Front and rear directional lights with emergency flasher shall be

7.05 Work lights for each gutter broom and the rear broom shall be

7.06 An automatic back-up light and electric alarm shall be activated when transmission is placed into reverse.

7.07 License plate holder shall be illuminated.

7.08 Vehicle shall have two rear side combination light/reflectors.

8.0 OTHER CHASSIS ACCESSORIES

8.01 Two horns are mounted on the top of the cab which are operated by air.

0.0 Section B - Sweeper Module

5.0 SIDE BROOMS

5.01 Broom down pressure shall be adjustable by operator from the cab while moving.

5.02 Broom location shall be positioned to provide best sweep path in relation to the main broom.

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5.03 Each broom shall have a spotlight for night operation.

5.04 """Side brooms must be capable of extending from 110"""" (2794

mm) to 144"""" (3657 mm) with both side brooms activated."""

6.0 MAIN BROOM

6.01 Broom shall be direct drive by a hydraulic motor.

6.02 """Broom shall be not less than 34."""" diameter and not less than 60"""" long."""

6.03 Broom shall be full floating with self-aligning bearings.

6.04 Broom side plates shall be equipped with spring assisted steel drag shoes for even wear.

6.05 Main broom shall be shielded by a steel broom hood. Plastic hoods shall not be acceptable due to cracking.

6.06 Main broom and conveyor shall have a work light.

6.07 Broom shall be hydraulically raised/lowered and be capable of movement independent of the conveyor assembly to effectively sweep varying debris. This independent movement also avoids damage to the main broom or the conveyor assembly during sweeping.

7.0 CONVEYOR

7.01 Conveyor shall be able to load hopper to 100% of rated useable capacity.

8.0 HOPPER

8.01 """Hopper to offer not less than 11"""" side shift of load for maximum dumping efficiency and for extra clearance between sweeper and dump truck. Minimum clearance between sweeper and truck shall be 28""""."""

8.02 Hopper load shall be visible at all times from the cab through a glass window and skylight.

8.03 Maximum time for dump cycle shall not exceed 70 seconds.

8.04 Units that require use of jackstands and/or outriggers to stabilize chassis during dumping procedure shall not be acceptable.

9.0 WATER SYSTEM

9.01 Tank capacity shall be not less than 360 U.S. gallons.

9.02 Water pump shall be diaphragm type capable of running dry without damage.

9.03 A water level gauge indicator shall be located within the cab.

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9.04 An in-line water filter with shut off valve shall be in water system to prevent contaminants from entering the water system.

10.0 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

10.01 Reservoir shall have a capacity of 23 gallons with outside level and temperature indicator.

11.0 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM

11.01 There shall be a PR4 type pressure protector for the chassis air system to protect the chassis air system.

11.02 All pneumatic cylinders shall be interchangeable.

11.03 All pneumatic cylinders must be rated to 150 PSI and have a separate rod seal and wiper to prevent contamination entering the cylinder.

12.0 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

12.01 Sweeper electrical system shall be integral to the chassis electrical system.

12.02 Sweeper shall have an electronic back-up alarm for additional warning and safety when chassis is in reverse.

12.03 Sweeper wiring harnesses shall be color-coded and hot stamped with circuit name.

13.0 CONTROLS

13.01 All sweeper controls shall be mounted on an adjustable central console located between the left and right operator?s position and access.

14.0 SWEEPER INSTRUMENTS

14.01 Rear compartment to include a RH mounted lockable stainless steel toolbox; 24 inches long x 13.5 inches wide x 6 3/8 inches tall for operator designated tools.

15.0 PAINT

15.01 All visible exterior metallic surfaces shall be coated prior to assembly with polyester powder coat. The paint must be a minimum of 2 mils thick. The uses of acrylic enamels and/or polyurethane's are not acceptable.

15.02 """Color shall be the manufacture's standard color of """"White""""."""

15.03 Vehicle shall have an accent color of Grey on the lower portions of the unit.

16.0 MANUALS

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16.01 A parts manual shall be provided.

16.02 An operation and maintenance manual shall be provided.

16.03 An engine manual shall be provided.

16.04 All manuals shall be originals; photocopies shall not be acceptable.

17.0 WARRANTY

17.01 Bidders submitting literature stating warranties which do not fully comply with warranty requirements of this specification must submit a letter from the manufacturer certifying warranty compliance as an integral part of their proposal""". Failure to comply may cause the proposal shall be deemed """"non-responsive"""" and rejected without further review."""

18.0 SERVICE AND TRAINING

18.01 Vendors shall have a full parts and service facility within a reasonable distance from the Garage. State location and distance.

19.0 DELIVERY

19.01 Sweeper shall be delivered F.O.B. in new operating condition.

19.02 Acceptance shall be subject to the inspection and approval of the .

19.03 Bidder shall state delivery time after receipt of order:

20.0 QUALITY

20.01 Sweeper shall be manufactured by a company with a registered quality standard no less than ISO 9001.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Right and left hand heated and remote controlled mirrors.

In cab control for left and right hand sidebroom tilt

Manual sidebroom speed controls

Conveyor stall alarm in cab

Carbide single row dirt shoue

25’ water fill hose

Front bumper water spray bar

In cab sidebroom water control

Broom hour meter gauge

Hopper full indicator (volumertric)

Single rear single hopper LED beacon with limb gaurd

Autolube for sweeper and chassis

LED arrowboard

2 Rear low mounted oval amber LED flashers

2 Rear high mounted oval amber LED flashers

2.5 lb fire extinguisher

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