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Scope This specification establishes the minimum requirements for Enforcement Vehicles, Police Pursuit – Mid-Size Hybrid Utility, which will be used by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and various other law enforcement agencies. The vehicle will be used in high-speed highway traffic pursuits and general law enforcement. The vehicle will at times be operated at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour for both short and long durations. It will be driven on all types of roads, and road surfaces and at altitudes ranging from approximately 200 feet below sea level to 10,000 feet above sea level. Ambient temperatures to which the vehicle will be exposed will range from approximately 0°F to 120°F.

The intent is to modify a standard Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) vehicle for police application use. Any modifications shall use components, materials, and design practices of the best quality in the industry. All vehicles offered in compliance with these specifications shall be the manufacturer’s “Police Pursuit” rated model and shall be suitable for high-speed pursuit and emergency driving. The manufacturer shall use components, materials and design practices that are the best available in the industry for the type of operational conditions to which the vehicles will be subjected. Engine, transmission, driveline, differential, brake, suspension, wheel, tire, and other component parts of the vehicle shall be selected to give maximum performance, service life, and safety to exceed the minimum requirements of this specification. Where necessary the component parts shall exceed the usual quantity, quality, or capacity generally supplied with standard production vehicles to withstand the unusual strain, exposure, temperature, wear, and use required for a police application.

Codes, Regulations, and Standards Laws, regulations, standards, and specifications referenced in this document in effect on the opening of the Request For Proposal (RFP), form a part of this specification. The products covered by this specification shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards including, but not limited to, the following:

Codes and Regulations California Air Resources Board (CARB) California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 13 California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) California Health and Safety Code (HSC) California Vehicle Code (CVC) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 49 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules, Part 15 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) National Institute of Justice (NIJ) U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Standards American Welding Society (AWS) OEM Body Builder Standards and Guidelines Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J 1100 Requirements The intent of this section is to describe the main characteristics of how to configure and modify a standard OEM vehicle into a Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV).

General Vehicle The vehicle shall be new, unused, and current production as specified in the solicitation at the line item description. The vehicle shall meet or exceed the requirements in the solicitation line item description. The vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer’s published literature or website. Optional equipment necessary to meet the requirements of this specification shall also be installed.

Vehicles shall meet 50 state emissions requirements that allow the resale of these vehicles to the general public as originally equipped upon emergency vehicle service life completion.

Workmanship The vehicle shall include all necessary equipment, be complete, and ready to use. All parts not specifically mentioned which form part of the complete unit required for functionality shall be provided and shall conform in design, strength, quality of materials, and workmanship to the highest standards of engineering practices.

The vehicle including any equipment and accessories shall be a product of good workmanship. The vehicle shall be free from any defects that will affect appearance or serviceability; including, but not limited to, paint/metal free from scratches, securely fastened wiring, and free from obstructions of all correctly installed hardware.

OEM Base Model Vehicle The intent of this section is to describe an OEM base model configuration with standard equipment.

Configuration OEM base model vehicle: Mid-Size Hybrid Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 6,000 - 9,999 pounds Driveline: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Cab: Four (4) passenger doors standard cab with rear hatch Roof: Hard top Fuel Type: Designed to operate knock free at all engine and vehicle speeds on unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 87.

Transmission: Fully Automatic. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is not acceptable.

OEM Standard Miscellaneous Equipment Backup camera with display Reverse sensing Heated driver and passenger mirrors Tilt steering wheel Fresh air type heater and defroster.

Refrigeration air conditioning of a size and type recommended and installed by the manufacturer of the vehicle Intermittent windshield wiper system Fuel level, water temperature, engine oil, transmission temperature, idle hours, and run hours indicator gauges 12‑Volt Accessory Power Outlet accessible to the front row Cruise control Dual electric horns or dual note horn Quick release style driver’s side inside door handle to allow the driver’s door to be unlocked by pulling on the inside handle Front and side impact airbags for driver and front passenger Driver’s Side Door Control Panel

· All four (4) doors shall contain power-locking and unlocking mechanisms controlled by switches located on the driver’s side door control panel

· All four (4) windows shall be power actuated and controlled from the driver’s side door control panel with hard switches and a lockout feature to prevent other windows from being operated when locked by the driver

· Left and right remote-controlled outside mirrors, similar in appearance and mounted on left and right front doors. Both mirrors shall be controllable from the driver’s seat Rear doors are to be equipped with manual “Child Locks” Rear window defogger/defroster on a separate hard switch Windshield and all windows shall feature factory tinted glass Arm rests on each of the four (4) doors. Arm rests in rear passenger compartment may be mounted on other than the door if vehicle is so designed Light in rear cargo area with rear cargo hatch/door actuated switch or light in the trunk area, not on the trunk lid AM/FM Radio with minimum two (2) front mounted speakers and minimum two (2) rear mounted speakers Police Pursuit Vehicle The intent of this section is to describe a specialized law enforcement PPV built or modified for high-speed chases, rapid response, and sustained patrol duties.

Engine Manufacturer’s “Police Package” configuration.

Displacement, horsepower, and torque sufficient to meet or exceed all performance requirements. Reference Section 4 Performance Criteria.

Engine Oil Cooler An auxiliary engine oil cooler shall be installed if available.

Optimum engine oil temperatures shall be maintained while under normal operating conditions and under operating conditions described in Section 1 Scope.

Cooling System The cooling system shall be liquid pressurized, forced circulation type.

The manufacturer shall provide the heaviest duty cooling system components and recovery system applicable to the model offered.

The cooling system design and capacity shall maintain the engine at optimum temperature, under all operating conditions specified, without any loss of coolant or overheating of engine or components.

The cooling system shall be free of contaminants that may affect cooling system component longevity and performance.

Optimum engine temperature shall be maintained with the vehicle loaded to the vehicle OEM’s published maximum GVWR and continually operated in all operating conditions described in Section 1 Scope.

Thermal Management System The manufacturer shall provide the heaviest duty Thermal Management System comprised of radiators, fans, cooling pumps, modules and components applicable to the model offered.

The system design and capacity shall maintain the powertrain, power electronics and battery pack at optimum temperature, under all operating conditions specified, without any compromise to the Thermal Management System or overheating of any associated components.

The Thermal Management System shall be free of contaminants that may affect cooling system component longevity and performance.

Thermal Management System components optimal temperature shall be maintained with the vehicle loaded to the vehicle manufacturer’s published maximum GVWR and continually operated in all operating environments described within the Section 1 Scope.

Fuel Tank The fuel tank furnished shall be the largest capacity available.

Fuel Supply System The fuel supply system shall be of such a design to eliminate vapor lock when the engine is operating in high ambient temperatures or during periods of extended idling.

Transmission Auxiliary transmission fluid cooler(s) shall be installed if available.

Optimum transmission fluid temperatures shall be maintained while under normal operating conditions and under operating conditions described in Section 1 Scope.

Console or floor mounted shifters are acceptable but must be capable of allowing the installation of CHP or agency radio and equipment.

Differential The differential shall be the conventional type, ring and pinion gears, and with a ratio designed to give the best overall performance for the transmission and tire size installed on vehicle.

The final drive gear ratio shall be the same on all vehicles.

Suspension The front and rear suspension including shock absorbers shall be designed for police applications.

Front and rear stabilizer bars Brakes The brakes shall be power assisted and feature an anti-lock brake system (ABS).

All four (4) wheels shall be equipped with disc brakes.

Friction material shall be designed for police applications.

Wheels Each vehicle shall be supplied with a total of five (5) matching wheels and tires. One (1) of which shall be a matching full-size wheel and spare tire. A space saver type spare tire is not acceptable.

The wheels shall have a safety ridge rolled into the rim or otherwise designed to prevent the tire from separating from the wheel in the event of a flat.

Each vehicle shall be equipped with a standard tool kit including wheel changing tools and jack adequate to safely lift the vehicle.

All five (5) wheels shall be aluminum construction if available. If aluminum is unavailable, steel construction designed for police applications may be acceptable.

Aluminum rims do not need a finish. If steel rims are provided, they shall be black in color.

Lug nuts shall be covered with a center cap if available.

OEM standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) shall be supplied. If a tire pressure activation tool is needed to reset the light on the TPMS, one (1) tool shall be provided for each vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer shall test and certify tires as acceptable for original equipment and replacement installation on the “Police Package” vehicle.

Any wheel weights used shall be “non-lead” type per HSC.

Electrical System The electrical system shall be 12-volt negative ground.

All wiring shall include weather-proof connectors.

Battery

· Optional heaviest duty type available, compatible with the vehicle charging system and intended for police applications and service.

· Cold Cranking Amps (CCA): Minimum 850 CCA

· Battery manufacturing date maximum six months prior to vehicle delivery.

· Vehicles will not be accepted with batteries exhibiting less than 90 percent of full charge at time of delivery.

Alternator

· The generator/alternator shall be the highest capacity option listed in the manufacturer’s current “Police Package” brochure.

· Output: Minimum 220-amp

· At idle, alternator shall be able to supply enough voltage to the battery to keep from “Low Voltage” scenario below 12.6 Volts.

Speedometer The vehicle described in this specification will be used in law enforcement and speedometer accuracy is essential. The speedometer shall be calibrated and be accurate within 2 mph at speeds from 15 to 100 mph of the true vehicle speed, within the environmental operating conditions specified in Section 1.0 Scope.

A digital-only speedometer is preferred and shall be installed if offered. If equipped with an analog speedometer, the dial face shall be marked up to a minimum of 150 mph and the face markings shall be in increments no greater than 2 mph.

The design of the speedometer, whether analog or digital, shall be such to ensure accuracy throughout the life of the vehicle. A letter of certification of accuracy shall be provided with each unit and shall be applicable to both digital and analog displays. The bidder shall specify the size of tires for which the speedometer is certified.

Spotlights Factory and factory authorized dealers installed A-Pillar light-emitting diode (LED) spotlights with two-wire handles.

The LED spotlights shall emit light with a 2-8 degree angle.

The two-wire handles shall have one (1) black wire and one (1) red wire each 48 inches in length and non-terminated.

If factory is unable to install the spotlights, factory shall prepare the vehicle structure ready for spotlight installation. Manufacturer shall at a minimum install spotlight brackets, drill A-pillar through-holes, and send the spotlight assemblies to CHP (or purchasing agency) for installation.

Body Four-door, Mid-Size Hybrid Utility vehicle with B-pillar center post.

Protective molding shall not be installed on the vehicle body side or doors. This is to permit installation of an Agency insignia (33 inch long by 20 inch high) without trim interference.

To provide an adequate ground plane for radio antennas, the vehicle roof must be steel or aluminum of a thickness and strength suitable for antenna mounting and be securely connected to vehicle ground system.

The wheel wells shall be constructed so that OEM approved tire chains or cables may be installed in a conventional manner, without clearance problems and without causing body or structural damage to the vehicle.

Exterior Finish Purchasing agency to approve all exterior finishes.

At a minimum, the vehicle shall have the following:

· The body shall be painted OEM gloss black.

· The roof panel and lower portion of both front doors below the window belt line shall be painted OEM gloss bright white.

· If factory applied black and white two-tone paint configuration is unavailable from the manufacturer, after-factory applied paint to accomplish the white portion of the two-tone paint scheme is acceptable.

Interior Area The vehicle shall be equipped with first and second row seats only and shall have a seating capacity of five (5) minimum.

Minimum one (1) Dual USB-A/USB-C 12-Volt DC power outlets accessible to the front row.

The only available features in the second row seating area shall be HVAC vents (no controls), grab handles, door handles, and window switches. If available, a Dual USB-A/USB-C 12-Volt DC power outlet accessible to the second row is acceptable.

There shall be an option to disable the HVAC, radio, heated/cold seat controls, window switches, and rear seat recline handle.

Map/dome/courtesy light(s) which provide the following functions:

· When vehicle front doors are opened, none of the interior map/dome/courtesy light(s) shall illuminate automatically.

· Minimum one (1) headliner mounted map/dome/courtesy light with the red/white capability, at both front and second row that shall be manually operated to illuminate both seating areas.

Interior/Seat Upholstery Front seats shall be bucket-type accommodating the installation of a center console by the end user. A 60/40 split bench/bucket type seat is not acceptable.

The driver and front passenger seat shall each be power adjustable with lumbar support, if available. They shall be designed for maximum comfort, support, and durability.

Cloth upholstery that meets these requirements shall be standard for the front and rear seats. A vinyl rear seat is acceptable provided the manufacturer warranties the vinyl seat material against sun and heat damage for not less than three years.

The rear seat shall be a bench seat that is one-piece upper and one-piece lower with no fold-down center arm rest if available. If it is not, any fold-down function (seat or arm rest) and/or any pass-thru to the rear compartment must be disabled.

Floor Covering The floor covering of the front and rear floor shall be vinyl as standard with a mandatory option for carpet. If vinyl is unavailable from the manufacturer, carpet shall become the standard option.

The floor covering shall be color keyed to the upholstery color.

OEM rubber or carpet floor mats shall be included for carpeted vehicles.

Hood-Latch Release The hood latch release shall be mounted so that the hood cannot be readily opened from outside the vehicle.

The release shall be readily accessible to the seated driver.

Controller Area Network System At a minimum, the vehicle shall make available in usable format the following vehicle signals via the vehicle controller area network (CAN) for use by the CHP emergency vehicle equipment, Whelen CenCom Core ® or similar: engine running, vehicle speed, brake-service (indicator of brake pedal being applied), doors (open/closed state of all doors and hatch), turn signal (right, left), transmission selector position (park, reverse, neutral, drive), and key position (off, accessory, run, crank).

Radio Electronic and/or electrical equipment installed on the vehicle shall have sufficient suppression of conducted and/or radiated electromagnetic energy to prevent performance degradation.

Vehicles shall come with a radio noise suppression/radio frequency interference (RFI) solution, such as radio suppression frame mounted ground straps located around the vehicle.

Miscellaneous Ballistic Door Panels

· Minimum rating: Threat Level 3+

· Meets and pass NIJ Certification Level III Test Standards. Testing certification shall be provided upon request.

· Panels shall be located in the driver front door and passenger front door. The intent of these panel locations are for officer protection and safety, so proper fitment is paramount.

· Panels shall not impact the functionality of the door electronics or operation.

The ability to disable Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to prevent interference with enforcement driving tactics, such as tactical vehicle positioning and controlled contact maneuvers.

Headlight wigwag capability which allows a flash rate between 60 to 120 flashes per minute.

Performance Criteria The intent of this section is to describe the minimum performance criteria that all PPVs shall be capable of performing.

Standard PPVs The intent of this section is to describe the minimum performance criteria that standard PPV shall be capable of performing.

Police Vehicle Evaluation Testing All PPVs shall be tested at the CHP Academy. Reference Exhibit 1.

Vehicle Dynamics Acceptance Testing Steering: Response, Road Feel Suspension: Roll Resistance, Front-end Dive, Rear-end Squat Handling: High-speed curves, Medium-speed curves, Tight Cornering, Predictability Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles must complete all 32 laps with one (1) tank of fuel No power de-rate, no safety Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), or safety-related warnings No loss of A/C Braking: Predictable, linear and minimal fade, within service limits at the end of the test Tire wear: Tire must remain serviceable after 32 laps. No cording or separation allowed. Chunking on the outer edge is allowable provided no cord showing Braking Acceptance Testing ABS Braking

· Stopping Distance of full ABS stop from 90 mph: Maximum 315 feet

· Vehicle stops in a straight line, within the lane and without evidence of brake fade or excessive pedal travel Pursuit Course Testing

· No evidence of excessive brake pedal travel or brake fade

· Braking system provided acceptable stopping power

· No steering pull or wheel lock-up

· No flame occurring within the test

· No power de-rate, no safety DTC, or safety-related warnings

· No loss of A/C

· Braking: Predictable, linear and minimal fade, within service limits at the end of the test

· Tire wear: No cording or separation allowed. Chunking on the outer edge is allowable provided no cord showing Top Speed and Acceleration Acceptance Testing (± 1 seconds/mph) Top Speed

· Minimum 136 mph within 2 miles Acceleration

· 0 to 60 mph: 8.0 seconds or less

· 0 to 100 mph: 19.0 seconds or less

· 50 to 100 mph: 12.0 seconds or less

· High Altitude 0 to 60 mph: 9.0 seconds or less at approximately 5,500-6,000 feet elevation Revision History

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