EV00017931_Compliance.pdf
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- Mid Size SUV Fleet (BFD)
- Solicitation number
- EV00017931
- Issued by
- Suffolk County, Massachusetts
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This is a compliance specification document for the Boston Fire Department's procurement of four new mid-size 4WD SUVs for emergency response use. The vehicles must be new models of the latest production year and conform to all detailed specifications outlined in the document. The bid opening date is September 23, 2026. Delivery is a critical evaluation factor and must be coordinated through Chris Willett at the Boston Fire Department by calling 617-343-3312 Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM. All vehicles must be delivered complete, serviced, and ready to operate to the Boston Fire Department.
The vehicles must meet specific technical requirements including a minimum 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine, electronically controlled 10-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, and a GVWR of 6,160 pounds. All vehicles must comply with federal and state motor vehicle regulations and safety standards. The specification mandates comprehensive warranty coverage consisting of a manufacturer's 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty plus an additional 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty with zero deductible roadside assistance. The contractor must provide a 2-year warranty on all aftermarket equipment and allied systems. Additionally, the specification requires extensive emergency response equipment including warning lights, sirens, LED hideaway lights, cargo lights, a Motorola APX 8500 mobile radio, and interior/exterior accessories such as weathertech liners, rain guards, and window tinting. The vendor must provide training for maintenance and repair of all systems and supply any necessary tooling or supplies beneficial to vehicle operation and maintenance.
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(4) New Mid Size 4WD SUV , Fleet per Specification or
Approved Equal EV00017931 Bid Open: 9/23/26
GENERAL
● The equipment required under these specifications is to be used by the City for Emergency response. The equipment shall be new, of the latest production model as evidenced by the manufacturer’s published literature and it shall conform to all specifications contained herein
● Detailed specifications of the exact equipment offered must accompany the bid. Any and all supplies, parts and/or attachments not specifically mentioned but necessary to ensure a complete and safe product shall be furnished by the successful bidder
● The equipment shall conform in strength, quality of material, and workmanship to what is usually provided by good engineering practice. Any added allied equipment shall be installed in such a manner so as not to adversely affect the original manufacturer's product
● All aftermarket equipment and parts shall include all items to make it fully operational. All aftermarket equipment and accessories in the specification will be completely installed and operational prior to acceptance of the vehicle
SAFETY
● The completed equipment package shall comply with all applicable Federal and State Motor Vehicle Regulations and Safety standards and codes, and any other applicable regulations in force at the time of delivery. All applicable warnings and warning labels required by law must also be complied with accordingly
STANDARDIZATION
● All equipment delivered under the contract resulting from these specifications will be built with identical and interchangeable parts and components
DELIVERY
● Delivery date is an important factor in determining the award and shall be stated as part of the bid. The successful bidder shall deliver the equipment complete, serviced and ready to operate, to the Boston Fire Department.
EV00017931 Bid Open: 9/23/26
● Delivery arrangements shall be made by calling Chris Willett @ 617-343-3312, Monday through Friday 7AM until 3PM. Vehicles or equipment delivered without a delivery appointment may not be accepted upon delivery.
WARRANTY
● All warranty work shall have a full, no cost, 100% parts and labor coverage.
Pickup and delivery of the vehicle shall be included as part of any warranty repair or factory/dealer recall. A manufacturer’s authorized representative shall perform the warranty work. The manufacturer of the equipment must furnish a minimum:
● 3 year/36000 mile bumper to bumper warranty
● In addition to the manufacturer's warranty, the awarded contractor must warranty all other allied equipment against faulty workmanship and materials for two (2) years. An official warranty contract statement or information booklet stipulating warranty terms offered must accompany the bid at the time of the bid opening and be endorsed by the manufacturer.
● Vendor will also include the ability for the City of Boston Fire Department staff to perform warranty and factory recalls in-house by certified BFD technicians. Requirements and labor/parts reimbursement rates shall be provided as part of bid.
GVWR
● 6160 lbs # Minimum
ENGINE
● 3.0L Eco-Boost V6 Engine
TRANSMISSION
● Electronically Controlled 10 speed Automatic Transmission
AXLES/TIRES
● Min. 18” All Season Tires
● Aluminum
BRAKES
EV00017931 Bid Open: 9/23/26
● 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Disc
STANDARD CAB/INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
● 4 Door
● Painted Black
● Cloth Interior Seats Darkest Available
● Carpeted flooring
● Full Gauge Package
● Am/FM/CD Stereo w/ Clock and Bluetooth Phone capability
● Air Conditioning
ACCESSORIES
● Color Back up Camera
● 4 sets of keys
ACCESSORIES/WARNING RESPONSE EQUIPMENT
Include all hardware, connectors and parts to make a complete installation.
All aftermarket equipment will derive power from this system NO Inline Fuse Holders, all circuits terminate Central wiring system All wiring will be stranded, all sizes refer to American Wire Gauge
Warning Lights / Siren
1 – C8HR + C4H (CenCom Core Siren + Handheld Control Head) 1 – Built into CenCom Core (V2V Technology) 2 – CEM16 (×4) or CEM8 (Core Expansion Modules) 1 – CMOD2 (WeCanX OBD-II CAN-Bus Module) 2 – SA315P (×2) + SAK64D / SAK64P (SA315 Speakers + Explorer Brackets) 1 – HWLUNI / HWLRB35 (Howler Low-Frequency Siren + Explorer Bracket) 4 – TLI2D (Red/White) + TLI2LB (ION T-Series DUO + L-Brackets) 1 – BSFW48XT (Inner Edge FST TRIO - Ford Explorer)
4 – VTX609D (Red/White) (Vertex Super-LED Hideaway) 1 – BS488T or BS48ZT (Inner Edge RST TRIO - Ford Explorer) 3 – TLI2D (Red/Blue)(ION T-Series DUO) 3 – 30C000WR (Whelen 3" Round Super-LED Cargo Light) 4 – I2D (×8) stacked + WIONBKT (Whelen ION DUO Dual Stack)
EV00017931 Bid Open: 9/23/26
6 – TLI2D (Red/White) + TLI2SP (ION T-Series DUO + Spacers) 2 – TLI3T (Red/Blue/White w/ Smoked Lens) (ION T-Series TRIO) 2 – V23P2B / V23P2C + VM_EXP (ION V-Series 3-in-1 + Mirror Mounts)
ADDITIONAL
● All season Weathertech Liners (vehicle specific) 1st & 2nd row
● Rain Guards Weathertech in channel front and rear
● Tint Front Windows 35%
● 4 Sets of Keys with Openers Shall be Provided
● 5 year/100,000 mile drivetrain and roadside assistance warranty Powertrain
Care with “Zero” Deductible.
Supply and Install One (1) Motorola APX 8500 Dual Band Mid Power 700/800/UHFR2 W IV&D Mobile radio.
A walk through will be conducted with the installation technician and Boston Fire Department Fleet Staff before Upfitting to determine the locations of all aftermarket parts.
TRAINING/DIAGNOSTICS
Vendor will provide the Necessary Training for Troubleshooting and Repair of All Systems (Engine, ABS, Transmission, Etc.) Along with any Additional Equipment, Tooling, Training or Supplies which the Vendor Feels are Necessary or Beneficial in the Maintenance, Operation and/or Repair of the Vehicles
EV00017931 Bid Open: 9/23/26
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