Equipment_Compliance_Form.xlsx

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Mechanical Street Sweepers Lease
Solicitation number
24-0288-ITB
Issued by
Pinellas County, Florida

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The document is an Equipment Compliance Form for a six-wheel broom street sweeper contract (No. 24-0288-B) involving Pinellas County, Florida. The county seeks to lease two new heavy-duty, high-performance mechanical street sweepers with full bumper-to-bumper maintenance, specifically an Elgin Eagle 4 Wheel Heavy Duty High Performance Mechanical Sweeper or an approved equivalent. The four-year lease agreement covers three sweeper units and includes comprehensive specifications for a complex street sweeping vehicle with detailed requirements for chassis, engine, transmission, cab, electrical systems, brooms, conveyor, hopper, water spray system, and hydraulic components.

The equipment specifications are extremely detailed, covering everything from engine performance (74 hp diesel, EPA Tier 4 final emissions compliant) to specific operational features like variable broom speeds, hydraulic controls, and a right-side dumping hopper with a 4.5 cubic yard capacity. The lease includes two owner's manuals, two operating manuals, two parts manuals, and an engine user guide per unit. Warranty terms include a minimum one-year warranty on the entire sweeper and a two-year warranty on the chassis engine. The contract emphasizes safety features, operational flexibility, and comprehensive maintenance, with a focus on meeting Pinellas County's specific street sweeping requirements.

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EQUIPMENT COMPLIANCE FORM
CONTRACT NO. 24-0288-B
SIX WHEEL BROOM STREET SWEEPER WITH CLEATED BELT STYLE CONVEYOR & HIGH DUMP HOPPER
DOES VENDOR'S
EQUIPMENT COMPLY?
1CHASSISYESNO
1.12024 Freightliner M2 or EQUAL of conventional design with 33,000 GVW rating. State chassis make, model:
1.2Wheel Base shall be not more than 140 inches.
1.3Cab to axle to accommodate vertical exhaust with after treatment
1.4Chassis shall include front tow hooks.
1.5One- (1) 50-gallon fuel tank to be shared by the chassis and auxiliary engines; shall be easily accessible without raising or shifting any components. A fuel gauge, in cab, shall be supplied. Sight tube is not acceptable
1.6Maintenance compartment steps with a third step that may be retractable/foldable.
2CHASSIS ENGINE
2.1Truck engine shall be 2024 or newer Emission Compliant, Cummins ISB 6.7-200 or equivalent, turbocharged diesel, 200 Hp @ 2400 RPM, 520ft-lbs. @ 1600 RPM.
2.2Truck engine shall be equipped with a single vertical exhaust system with after treatment and SCR with 6 gallon DEF tank
2.3The cooling system shall be protected to -34° F.
2.4Engine shall be equipped with single stage dry-type air cleaner with safety element, spin-on fuel filter, full flow oil filter, and heated fuel/water separator with in-cab water indicator.
2.5Engine shall be equipped with block heater
2.6Radiator fan shall be viscous drive type.
3TRANSMISSION, AXLES, WHEELS & BRAKES
3.1An Allison 2500 Series (or approved equal) automatic transmission with heavy duty oil cooler shall be provided. An external spin on transmission oil filter is to be included with the Allison transmission.
3.2The 2-speed rear axle shall have a ratio of 6.17/8.42 for proper sweeping and high speed transport ground speeds.
3.3The 10,000 lb. front axle shall be equipped with 12,000 lb. taper leaf springs and shock absorbers.
3.4The 23,000 lb. rear axle air spring suspension will be required.
3.5The system must have automatic height control valves on the drive axle to maintain ride height during transport and have a minimum capacity of 23,000 lbs
3.6The system shall allow the automatic release of air from the air spring to hard rubber bisques to allow for solid axle performance and full stability while dumping at minimum to full dumping height.
3.7Control of the air spring rear suspension shall be by a single transport/sweep switch on the control console.
3.8To allow the emergency interchange of tires at a job site, front and rear tires and rims shall all be interchangeable.
3.9Tires shall be tubeless radial tires 14 ply 11R22.5 "G" load rated. The rear axle shall include dual tires for load capacity; singles will not be acceptable.
3.10Rims shall be 8 hole steel hub piloted 22.5 x 8.25
3.11Brakes shall be full anti-lock air brakes with an 18.7 CFM capacity compressor, and with automatic slack adjusters.
3.12Air system shall include a heated air dryer with automatic moisture ejector
3.13Parking brake shall be spring applied rear wheel drum and shoe.
4CAB
4.1cab and body shall be built and mounted on a purpose built chassis.
4.2Fully enclosed and of all steel construction.
4.3Maximum visibility, forward line of sight from the chassis front bumper to the point on the ground visible to the operator shall not exceed 8 feet for an SAE 98th percentile size operator.
4.4Steering shall be heavy duty full power with dual operator controls.
4.5Steering wheel shall be adjustable with tilt and telescoping.
4.6Both seats shall be a single bucket adjustable air suspension type with dual arm rests, shock absorbers, and covered with cloth for air circulation and include 3 point seat belts.
4.7Sweeper shall include two (2) exterior motorized west coast type mirrors with lower 8 inch convex lens for easy viewing of the side brooms during sweeping.
4.8To maximize operator visibility of the curb and sweeping gear, 9” convex mirrors shall be mounted outside the right hand and left hand fenders mounted forward of the front wheels.
4.9Hydraulic functions shall be controlled by rocker switches located in the cab mounted control panel.
4.10For safety during night sweeping, switches shall be illuminated so that they can be readily identified without the use of the cab dome light.
4.11Switches shall be clearly identified by name and symbol.
4.12Cab interior environment shall be dust and weather sealed and fully air-conditioned including a fresh air heater/ventilator/defroster.
4.13Cab shall have full flow through ventilation for optimal temperature control and operator comfort.
4.14Two-speed wipers with intermittent feature.
4.15Interior of cab shall have acoustical insulation for low operating noise not exceeding 83dBA, automotive type trim, and center sweeper console.
4.16Dash shall be faced with soft molded plastic.
4.17All glass shall be tinted safety glass
4.18Each operator position shall have adjustable sun visor.
4.19Doors shall be keyed alike locks with power door locks.
4.20Door windows shall be electric type.
4.21Side windows shall have defogger.
4.22Cab shall include 12V supply port.
4.23Cab shall include a radio installation package with CD with pre-wiring for speakers, antenna and radio power. Speakers and antenna shall be included.
4.24Come equipped with cup holders and storage compartment area for hard hat, meals, maps, phone, clip board and spill kit.
5INSTRUMENTS
5.1Chassis left side operator instrument panel shall be chassis OEM, full vision illuminated with tachometer, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, hour meter, trip hour meter, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, transmission temperature gauge, air pressure gauge, and volt gauge.
5.2Chassis right side operator instrument panel shall be chassis OEM, full vision illuminated with tachometer, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, transmission temperature gauge, air pressure gauge, and volt gauge.
5.3Chassis gauges shall include speedometer, odometer, coolant temperature, tachometer, voltmeter, oil pressure, fuel level and air pressure.
5.4Chassis engine instruments shall include warning light and chime for low coolant level and high coolant temperature to warn the operator of a potential problem before any damage to the engine occurs. Console shall have left/right primary driver switch.
5.5Truck instruments shall include warning lights for battery, and cab latch to make sure the cab is locked in position.
5.6Sweeper engine instruments shall include tachometer, hour meters for engine and brooms, oil pressure, fuel, voltage, and coolant temperature for complete information for the operator on the condition of the auxiliary engine.
5.7Instruments shall include an auxiliary engine air intake restriction indicator mounted in the fixed console, for ease of maintenance, and a hopper "full load" indicator to notify the operator the hopper is fully loaded.
5.8Dash and all console switches including transmission controls and all gauges shall be illuminated.
6ELECTRICAL
6.1Batteries should be located in an enclosed accessible environment for long life and ease of service.
6.2Chassis shall have two (2) maintenance free batteries rated at not less than 1850 CCA total, 12 volt.
6.3Chassis engine shall have a 160 amp alternator.
6.4Chassis lighting shall include sealed multi-beam halogen head-lights, stop lights, tail lights, backup lights, license plate lights, clearance lights, signal lights, illuminated gauges and instrument panel, and directional lights with hazard switch. Provide LED lights where practical. Desirable to have upgraded head-lights or fog lights.
6.5Self-cancelling turn signals.
6.6Back-up alarm with a 107 dBA minimum.
6.7Cab mounted strobe light.
6.8Directional arrow board that shall be fitted to rear of sweeper.
6.9Corner strobes (white) installed at all 4-corners of sweeper body.
6.10High intensity LED flood light (adjustable) mounted near front right and left side bumpers to illuminate curb areas at night.
6.11High intensity LED side broom flood lights (adjustable).
7SWEEPER ENGINE
7.174 hp diesel engine, EPA Tier 4 final emissions compliant.
7.2Engine shall be equipped with a full flow oil filter and fuel filter.
7.3Dual stage, dry type air intake precleaner with spinner. Reset type restriction indicator on air filter housing.
7.4Engine shall be protected by a 50/50 mixture anti-freeze/water for cold weather storage and or operation.
7.5Engine, radiator and all auxiliary engine driven devices shall be resilient mounted through a dedicated engine frame.
7.6Engine shall have a safety shut down system for high coolant temperature and low oil pressure.
7.7Engine and front of the engine radiator shall be accessible without the use of any tools.
7.8Engine, radiator and auxiliary engine driven devices shall be protected from the elements and vandals by twin fiberglass latching clamshell doors, opening 180 degrees, providing 270 degrees of complete accessibility to all engine maintenance components.
7.9Engine compartment to include a right hand mounted lockable stainless steel toolbox; 24 inches long x 13.5 inches wide x 6 3/8 inches tall for operator designated tools.
8SIDE BROOMS
8.1Each side broom shall be driven by a hydraulic motor directly mounted to the broom disc plate. They shall be the vertical digger type, trailing arm design. Hydraulic motors shall incorporate a relief valve for maximum pressure safety.
8.2Minimum diameter of side brooms shall be 46-inch at the bristle tip
8.3To hold broom pattern regardless of up and down motion, arm suspension design shall be the parallelogram type. Free floating suspension to allow up/down and in/out movement to cushion impacts.
8.4Brooms shall be pneumatically raised and lowered by the operator from the cab while moving.
8.5Suspension and pressure control shall be pneumatic, automatic self adjusting and maintain a set pattern throughout the broom life with no input from the operator. Arms shall be independently operated to maintain a set pattern over all surfaces, without the use of shocks, springs, or linkages. Broom pressure indicators and control shall be located in the cab.
8.6Broom shall consist of five (5) segments, filled with tempered steel wire bristles.
8.7Each broom shall have a spotlight for night operation.
8.8Minimum sweeping swath/width of 10’ (120”) with both side brooms down.
8.9Sweeper shall be equipped with a center deflector to windrow material transferred by the side brooms.
8.1The side broom motors shall be able to apply 7266 lb-in of torque to the broom discs without stalling.
8.11To provide flexibility for varying sweeping conditions, broom speed shall be variable, 50 RPM to 150 RPM, by operator from cab while moving.
8.12Side brooms shall be reversible by the operator from the cab while moving.
9MAIN BROOM
9.1The main broom shall be not less than 60 inches long and not less than 34 inches in diameter.
9.2Broom shall be driven by a hydraulic motor directly mounted to the broom core. The motor shall be protected from overpressure by the use of a relief valve.
9.3To provide flexibility for varying sweeping conditions, broom speed shall be variable, 50 RPM to 150 RPM, by operator from cab while moving.
9.4Suspension and pressure control shall be hydraulic, automatic self adjusting and maintain a set pattern throughout the broom life with no input from the operator. Broom pressure indicator shall be a gauge in the engine compartment.
9.5Independently operated arms to maintain a set pattern over all surfaces, without the use of shocks, springs, or linkages.
9.6Main broom shall be prefab disposable type, filled with polypropylene.
9.7Sweeping path shall be not less than 10 feet wide with right and left side broom activated.
9.8Main broom shall be shielded by a hinged galvanized steel broom hood. Plastic hoods are not acceptable.
9.9Main broom hood shall be designed to not only prevent material from being over thrown into following traffic, but also be capable of channeling over throw back into the dirt chamber.
9.10Main broom shall have a work light.
9.11Main broom shall be hydraulically raised or lowered by in-cab control.
9.12For safety, main broom shall automatically stop and raise when transmission is placed in reverse.
9.13Main broom grease fittings shall be centrally located.
9.14The main broom motor shall be able to apply 7266 lb-in of torque to the broom without stalling.
10CLEATED BELT CONVEYOR
10.1Conveyer shall be able to load hopper to 100% of rated useable capacity.
10.2Conveyer rotation, forward or reverse shall be selectable without leaving the cab.
10.3To maintain heavy loads of material the conveyor shall be high strength belt type with 13 molded-in full width cleats to carry material to the hopper. Squeegee type flight system that drags material will not be acceptable.
10.4Conveyer speed shall be variable with the sweeper engine controlled from the cab
10.5Conveyer shall have a variable ground clearance cleat height setting from 1” to 4” for various types of debris and sweeping conditions.
10.6The conveyer shall be hydraulically raised and lowered from within cab controls to pass bulky debris.
10.7The conveyer system will be driven hydraulically and protected for overpressure by relief valve. The unit shall include a visual with audible chime conveyer stall alarm.
10.8A safety system is to be included to disable hopper dump if conveyer is in down position.
10.9For safety, conveyor shall automatically stop and raise when transmission is placed in reverse or when the sweeper is put in transport mode.
10.10Conveyer grease fittings shall be centrally located.
10.11The unit shall include a conveyer flush/tank fill selector system.
10.12The conveyer shall be no less than 54” wide.
10.13Sweeper shall have the provision to be converted to a squeegee style conveyer for application flexibility.
11HOPPER
11.1For safety, the hopper shall be right side dumping, allowing an operator to observe the dump target and surrounding area at all times from the cab, without the use of mirrors. All dump controls to be cab mounted.
11.2Hopper “Full” indicator, activated by hopper weight.
11.3Hydraulically controlled hopper door.
11.4Hopper volumetric capacity shall be not less than 4.5 cubic yards. Usable capacity not less than 3.3 yards. A hopper inspection door shall be supplied.
11.5Inspection door with steps and handles for access.
11.6Hopper load shall be visible at all times from the cab through a glass window and skylight.
11.7Lift mechanism shall be double stage, scissors lift system, with permanently lubed pins. Hopper lift cylinders to be 3.5" x 33.5" stroke minimum, hopper dump cylinders to be 3.5" x 19.8" stroke minimum.
11.8Variable dump heights, minimum 38” to maximum 120” measured at the bottom of the chute.
11.9Hopper shall tilt to 50 degrees to assure complete dumping.
11.10Hopper 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".
11.11Maximum time for dump cycle shall not exceed 70 seconds.
11.12Lift capacity shall be not less than 11,000 lbs.
11.13Hopper to be constructed of 7 gauge abrasion resistant steel floor and 11 gauge door, top, and sides.
11.14Sweeper shall not require jack stands and/or outriggers to stabilize chassis during dumping cycle. Units requiring this stabilization are not acceptable.
11.15Terrain level sensor, disables hopper raise if unit on overly unlevel ground.
11.16For safety, apparatus shall have an interlock to prevent raising hopper without engaging the park brake.
11.17To extend wear life, all cylinder lift joints shall be greasable.
12SPRAY WATER SYSTEM
12.1Tank capacity shall be not less than 360 U.S. gallons (1368 L).
12.2Tank shall be constructed of a non-metallic, non-rusting polyethylene material.
12.3To prevent the contamination of the water supply, tank shall be equipped with an anti-siphon device Compliant to American National Standard Air gaps in plumbing systems ASME A112.12-1991.
12.4A water level gauge indicator shall be located within the cab.
12.5Sweeper shall be equipped with an automatic internal hopper/conveyor flush and wash down system. System shall include a manual bypass valve to divert hydrant water into system without necessitating filling of water tank. Bypass valve shall be located on the curb side of the vehicle.
12.6Water fill hose shall be not less than 16 feet 8 inches in length, equipped with 2-1/2 inch NST hydrant coupler.
12.7Water to each area, side broom left or right, and broom spray bar shall be cab controlled with adjustable valves, which control water flow.
12.8Three (3) spray nozzles at each side broom and three (3) spray nozzles on rear broom spray bar.
12.9An 80 mesh filter on suction line in-line water filter shall be provided with the fill hose to prevent contaminants from entering the water tank.
12.10Spray water pump shall be an electric diaphragm type to provide adequate flow and pressure to properly atomize water for efficient dust control.
13HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
13.1Maximum 35-gallon hydraulic reservoir with sight gauge indicating oil level and temperature.
13.2The system shall contain one 100-mesh suction strainer and one 6-micron absolute return filter.
13.3Hydraulic pump shall be a gear driven, gear style pump for maintenance free operation. The main broom, side brooms and the conveyer shall have independent, dedicated gear pump sections.
13.4Auxiliary engine must power all sweeper hydraulic functions.
13.5System shall include a hydraulic oil cooler, sized to allow for continuous operation with broom speeds set to the minimum possible and the aux engine set to the maximum.
13.6To minimize environmental damage caused by leaking fittings, all pressure hydraulic fittings must be ORFS type. All solenoids to be located in a single easily accessible location.
13.7For ease and accuracy of testing, all circuits shall have quick-disconnect check ports.
13.8Hydraulic fluid sensor/warning alarm of low fluid or loss of pressure to aid in early detection. Alarm shall be located in cab and be visible by red light or audible alarm.
14PNEUMATIC SYSTEM
14.1The pneumatic system shall have DOT fittings.
14.2There shall be a PR4 type pressure protector for the chassis air system to protect the chassis air system.
14.3All pneumatic cylinders shall be interchangeable.
14.4All pneumatic cylinders must be rated to 150 PSI and have a separate rod seal and wiper to prevent contamination entering the cylinder.
15CONTROLS
15.1All sweeper controls shall be mounted on a central console located between the left and right operators position.
15.2All switches to be tactile rocker type.
15.3Control panel to be lit for night operation.
15.4One-piece, permanent control console overlay with clearly labeled switches and indicators.
15.5Sweeping mode engaged by one Sweep / Transport / Dump switch.
15.6Individual switches for left and right broom (On/Off)
15.7Individual switch for main broom and conveyor (Forward/Reverse)
15.8Individual switches for water pump on/off, right side broom water on/off and left side broom water on/off.
15.9Dust control water flow to be independently and continuously variable from off to full on for each side broom and the main broom.
15.10Hopper raise/lower and tilt to be controlled via joystick and configured per SAE standards for bucket loading equipment.
15.11Individual switch for auxiliary engine throttle (Increase/Decrease).
16ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
16.1Sweeper electrical system shall be independent from the chassis electrical system.
16.2Sweeper shall have an electronic back-up alarm for additional warning and safety when chassis is in reverse.
16.3For safety and to avoid damage to the main broom, side broom and elevator, all sweeping components shall automatically raise when transmission is put into reverse.
16.4Sweeper shall have a rear facing back-up camera for additional safety and operator awareness of surroundings.
16.5Sweeper lighting shall include rear identification lights, side broom and main broom spot lights and rear clearance lights.
16.6Sweeper wiring harnesses shall be color-coded and hot stamped with appropriate word designation labeled every four inches, i.e. "Ignition", "Side Broom" on each wire.
16.7Sweeper engine shall have one (1) 1000 CCA, 12 volt battery.
16.8Sweeper engine shall have a 60 amp alternator.
16.9Electrical circuits to be protected by automotive style fuses.
17SWEEPER INSTRUMENTS
17.1Sweeper engine instruments shall include tachometer, oil pressure gauge and lamp, low coolant level lamp, voltage, auxiliary engine running lamp, coolant temperature gauge and lamp, air filter restriction indicator (at engine) for complete information for the operator on the condition of the auxiliary engine.
17.2Sweeper instruments shall include main broom down pressure, hydraulic filter restriction indicator, sweeper out of level indicator, no spray water indicator, a "raised" hopper indicator and a "full" hopper indicator to notify the operator of hopper conditions.
17.3Two in-cab sweeper console mounted gauges that indicate the air pressure being used to hold the side brooms in its down position shall be supplied. There shall be one gauge for each side broom.
17.4Meters to measure hour use on engine and brooms.
18PAINT
18.1The cab, hood and fenders shall be painted with high gloss polyurethane white.
18.2The chassis running gear shall be painted black acrylic enamel.
18.3All 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.
18.4Vehicle shall have an accent color of Grey on the lower portions of the unit.
19MANUALS & WARRANTY
19.1Owner’s manual, 2 per each unit.
19.2Operating manual, 2 per each unit.
19.3Parts manual, 2 per each unit.
19.4Engine User Guide, 1 per unit.
19.5Manufacturer's warranty shall be not less than one (1) year on entire sweeper, including all parts and labor.
19.6Manufacturer's warranty shall be not less than two (2) years on chassis engine, including all parts and labor.
20FULL-SERVICE (BUMPER-TO-BUMPER) MAINTENANCE
20.1Provide a full bumper-to-bumper maintenance equipment agreement meeting the terms and conditions of Sections B and E.
21LEASE AGREEMENT
21.1Provide a copy of a four year lease agreement with terms and conditions for three (3) sweeper units in accordance with Sections B and E.

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