EXHIBIT A-1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.pdf

EXHIBIT A-1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Specification No. MA-24-08

IFB No. DR132292(3)

1.5 Ton Utility Trucks

Specification Number MA-24-08

April 7, 2026

1.5 Ton Utility TrucksBidder:

Specification No. MA-24-08

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

If an alternative model/item is offered, submit your request for an approved equal using the format below by the deadline for Questions/Request for Approved Equals as stated in the IFB document. Indicate model being offered including its component’s make and model numbers.

Instructions for completing this form.

A. State your company name in the “Bidder” field above.

B. Submit your bid with column “C” filled out. Respond to all specified line items below. For minimum or maximum value requirements, indicate value offered. “In compliance”, or “As specified” shall be part of your response, for example:

Cab to Axle

(CA)

60”.

As specified, 60”.

GVWR 15,000 lbs. minimum.

In compliance, 16,000 lbs.

C. If deviation/exception is taken to this specification, please state the reason, such as “model change by factory”, or “Discontinued model”, “Not required”, etc.

By submitting your bid, you are agreeing to supply an item(s) in full compliance with this specification.

DO NOT modify or explain your bid as it may render your bid non-responsive.

3.0 Features (Style A unless Noted)

A B C Complete This Column

3.1 Model Ford F-450 XL, GMC 4500HD, Chevy 4500HD, or

approved Equal.

3.2 Style Super cab with 2 full size doors and 2 mini doors to access the rear seats.

3.3 Cab to Axle

(CA)

56” or 60”. As appropriate for utility body offered.

3.4 GCWR Maximum GCWR available for the model offered.

3.5 Payload Maximum payload capacity available for the model

offered.

3.6 Emissions California emissions compliant.

3.7 Engine Gasoline: minimum 6.6-liter, V-8, or Approved Equal.

3.8 Transmission Automatic with overdrive.

3.9 Suspension Heavy duty front and rear.

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1.5 Ton Utility Truck

3.10 Auxiliary

Transmission

Cooler

Manufacturer’s standard auxiliary transmission cooler; Externally mounted.

3.11 Brakes Power assisted anti-lock brakes.

3.12 Steering Power steering.

3.13 Battery Heavy-duty manufacturer’s standard with maximum

CCA rating available for the vehicle model offered.

Please state the battery capacity

3.14 Auxiliary

Battery

Odyssey or Optima Yellowtop; heavy duty, valve regulated, maintenance free Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) type battery with continuous duty solenoid and 930 minimum CCA rating.

The auxiliary deep cycle battery shall be provided with a battery isolator and shall be charged off of the vehicle charging system.

The battery shall be mounted in the engine compartment. If the battery cannot be mounted in the engine compartment, then the alternate location must be approved by Metro before delivery.

Please state battery model offered.

3.15 Alternator 200-amp minimum.

3.16 Seating Front heavy-duty cloth or vinyl seating; black or darkest color available.

3.17 Air Bags Driver and front passenger.

3.18 Seat Belts Per federal standards.

3.19 Keys The truck shall be provided with a minimum of four

(4) identical sets of keys and programed remotes.

Keys for each vehicle (including utility body) shall be keyed differently.

Key sets shall be as follows:

One combination door/ignition key to start or open all doors of each vehicle with remote.

Key for utility body’s compartments for each vehicle shall be keyed alike but not necessarily keyed to the vehicle’s key code(s).

Any additional accessory keys.

Duplicate keys shall be provided with OEM parts and can be made by local labor. However, non-OEM key parts will not be acceptable.

3.20 Interior Color Manufacturer’s darkest interior color available.

3.21 Exterior Color Manufacturer’s standard white.

3.22 Fuel Tank 34 gallons minimum.

3.23 Tires and

Wheels

All tires shall be compatible in size and rating with the vehicle and its maximum rated load range. The wheels shall be steel. Tires shall include Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) if available.

3.24 Spare Tire The spare tire shall be full size tire and shall be provided with its wheel. Mini size tire is not acceptable.

The tire and the rim of the spare tire shall be of the same manufacturer and model as the other tires/wheels on the unit and shall be shipped loose.

The spare tire shall also include Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) if available.

3.25 Utility Body 9-ft, utility body, vertical series, white color with 40” tall and 20” deep compartments, lock in place adjustable shelves, open or flip top. The middle section of the bed shall have a black spray-in liner.

The unit shall include a removable heavy duty over-cab ladder rack.

4.0 Accessories

4.1

Radio AM/FM radio with OEM Bluetooth connection.

4.2 Back-up

Alarm

Preco Model CEO45AA or approved equal.

The backup alarm shall activate whenever the transmission selector is in the reverse position.

4.3 Climate

Control

Factory heater and air conditioning.

4.4 Emergency

Reflector Kit

KD Lamp Company KD 610-4645, James King 1005, or equivalent; shipped loose.

4.5 Windows

/Doors

Power windows and power door locks.

4.6 Mirrors Factory powered trailer option left and right mirrors;

Windshield mounted rear view mirror.

4.7 Running

Board

Running boards with flat anti-slip surfaced step area installed on each side of the cab.

4.8 Floor mats OEM removable all-weather rubber or vinyl floor mats.

4.9 Cab

Protector

Cab protector shall be provided; Protector shall be designed to maximize drivers rear view and not restrict cabinet openings; White.

4.10 External

Back Up Camera System

External backup camera system shall be installed and contain the following:

7” LED color monitor mounted on the dash (if in dash unit is not available/compatible with utility body).

Non-wireless Weatherproof back-up camera with 30’ minimum night vision range and minimum of 115º field of vision.

Vendor shall confirm mounting positions with Metro before installation.

4.11 Tow Package Class 5 trailer towing package capable of towing a nominal weight of 17,000 lbs. The trailer package shall be Hopkins model HM 40975. The package shall consist of an electric brake controller, both 7-flat blade and 4 round pin trailer wiring harnesses, relay system for back-up/running lights and frame mounted hitch receiver.

4.12 Inverter and

Outlets

Tripp-Lite, model PV2000FC or approved equal with two AC outlets to continuously supply up to 2,000 watts power by converting 12V DC input from the auxiliary battery to 120V AC. Inverter to be mounted on 1.25" or larger aluminum square tubing so that receptacles will be accessible, and inverter will be less prone to water damage. The location of the inverter will be in the lowest shelf of the cabinet closest to the passenger side cab and forward as much as possible while still maintaining access to both outlets. Please see picture in section 8.1 for reference (since the cabinets are narrower than pictured, the inverter may be mounted with the outlets facing the rear of the vehicle).

One (1) waterproof external power receptacle (120VAC) to be wired in accordance with NECA guidelines. The receptacle shall be mounted in a Metro approved location near the rear passenger taillight.

5.0 Lights

All lights shall be in compliance with California Vehicle Code Title 13.

Lighting shall be powered by the auxiliary battery.

5.1 Beacon Light One (1) 360º amber LED beacon strobe light with protection cage mounted at center on top of cab.

Light may be controlled with factory upfitter switches if available.

If light cannot be mounted on top of cab, mount at center on top of cab protector.

6.0 Warranty

All warranty periods listed below shall commence from vehicles acceptance date. Inspection and final acceptance date of the vehicles will be 2-4 weeks after equipment delivery provided there are no pending issues.

All warranty shall be with $0.00 deductible including travel and labor.

Warranty work shall be performed at a local dealership in the area in which the vehicle is assigned.

6.1 Bumper to

Bumper Vehicle

Warranty

The vehicle, as delivered, shall be free from defects in design, material, and workmanship for a minimum period of three (3) years or 36,000 miles, or by the manufacturer’s extended warranty, whichever is greater.

Please state warranty terms offered.

6.2 Power Train

Warranty

The power train (engine, transmission, and axles-assembly) shall be free from defects in design, material, and workmanship for a minimum period of five

(5) years or 60,000 miles or by the manufacturer’s extended warranty, whichever is greater.

Please state warranty terms offered.

6.3 Emission

Warranty

The vehicle’ emissions system shall be warranted for a minimum period as required by federal, state, and local laws.

6.4 Warranty

Dealer

Location

Bids received from dealers outside a 60-mile distance radius from Los Angeles will be accepted based on the warranty being fully recognized and accepted by a local like dealer. The local dealer shall offer the same full warranty service coverage as the original bidder. The bidder shall certify that full warranty service coverage is available in the Los Angeles area by providing names of local dealers that will perform all warranty coverage services.

This requirement is essential in order that full warranty service coverage is obtained, honored, and performed locally within 24 hours without an interruption in Metro non-revenue vehicle services operations.

7.0

Instruction Manuals All copies requested below shall be original furnished by the factory at the time of delivery. Copies produced without the permission of the copyright holder are not acceptable.

7.1 Total of one (1) complete copy of the operator manual and any optional items or accessories specified.

7.2 Total of one (1) CD version of the complete OEM set of the maintenance, repair, and parts manual for the vehicle and any optional items or accessories specified.

7.3 Total of one (1) CD version of the complete OEM set of the electrical schematics for the vehicle and for any optional items or accessories specified, unless said schematics are already included in the maintenance, repair, and parts manual.

7.4 Minimum of three (3) year subscription to online professional diagnostics for the vehicles.