EXHIBIT A.1 - TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS.pdf

EXHIBIT A.1 – TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Specification Number MA-24-09 Hi-Rail Bucket Trucks

July 24, 2026

Bidder: ______________________________ Specification No: MA-24-09

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

HI-RAIL BUCKET TRUCKS

Instructions for completing this form.

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

B. Submit your Bid with column “C” COMPLETELY FILLED OUT. In order to be considered responsive to the technical requirements, Bidder must respond to ALL specified line items highlighted in yellow below by stating “In compliance”. For minimum or maximum value requirements, indicate value offered. “In compliance” shall be part of your response, for example:

C. PLEASE REFER TO LOI-10 FOR DETAILS RELATED TO THE APPROVED EQUALS

(GOODS) PROCESS. BIDDERS SEEKING LACMTA’S AUTHORIZATION FOR

SUBSTITUTION OF GOODS OR PROCESSES, INCLUDING THE SPECIFICATIONS

BELOW, MUST SUBMIT A WRITTEN REQUEST FOR AN “OR EQUAL”

SUBSTITUTION TOGETHER WITH DATA SUBSTANTIATING THE BIDDER’S

REPRESENTATION THAT THE NON-SPECIFIED ITEM IS OF EQUAL QUALITY TO

THE ITEM SPECIFIED.

D. By submitting your Bid, you agree to supply an item(s) in full compliance with this specification. DO NOT modify columns A and B as it may render your Bid to be non-responsive. PLEASE REFER TO THE IFB DOCUMENT LOI-10 APPROVED EQUALS

(GOODS) AND LOI-14 CRITICAL DATES FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND DEADLINE

TO SUBMIT REQUESTS FOR APPROVED EQUALS.

Make / Model FREIGHTLINER M2-106 OR

APPROVED EQUAL.

In compliance, 2027 Freightliner M2-106

Wheelbase 171” minimum In compliance, 172”

1.0 Vehicle Cab

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1.1 Cab Super Cab configuration with two (2) front

doors and a rear seating area.

1.2 Doors All doors shall be equipped with core rim

cylinder key locks outside, keyed alike.

Locks shall be manually operated from the inside.

1.3 Windows and

Windshield

One piece tinted laminated glass windshield. All side windows shall be tinted and have electronic roll up/down control.

1.4 Interior Manufacturer’s standard black or darkest

color available, vinyl or cloth.

2.0 Vehicle Chassis

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2.1 Make / Model FREIGHTLINER M2-106 OR

APPROVED EQUAL.

PLEASE STATE MAKE MODEL AND

MODEL YEAR OFFERED.

2.2 GVWR 33,000 lbs. Maximum.

2.3 Wheelbase

171” minimum.

2.4 Frame Strength RBM 1,749,000 minimum.

2.5 Yield Strength 110, 000 PSI minimum.

2.6 Frame

Reinforcement

The chassis frame shall include OEM or body manufacturer-approved reinforcement sufficient to support the installed utility body, aerial device, and hi-rail equipment.

2.7 Section Modulus 15.9 in3 minimum.

2.8 Cab to Axle 84” minimum.

2.9 Front Bumper Manufacturer’s standard heavy-duty.

2.10 Front Axle Rating Minimum 12,000 lbs.

2.11 Rear Axle Rating Minimum 21,000 lbs. with

a) Single speed rear axle with hypoid gears, ratio to provide top speed of 65 miles per hour on the highway.

b) Magnetic filler and drain plugs on all lube cavities.

c) A heavy-duty drive shaft safety-retaining strap.

2.12 Steering Integral power steering, supplied with

maximum wheel cut angle for improved maneuvering in congested areas.

Energy absorbing steering column.

2.13 Transmission Fully automatic with torque converter and

minimum 5 forward and 1 reverse speeds.

2.14 Transmission Oil

Cooler

Heavy-duty transmission oil cooler separate from the engine cooling system.

2.15 Power Takeoff

(PTO)

Hot shift, direct mounted type (no drive line).

2.16 Reversing

Gearbox

1:1 ratio, installed between the main transmission and the rear axle, to provide reverse vehicle motion with the main transmission in forward speeds. Provide gearbox mounted air shifter with driver-accessible controls. Magnetic filler and drain plugs on all lube cavities.

An OEM-approved equivalent reversing method is also acceptable.

2.17 Fuel Type Diesel.

2.18 Fuel Tanks Fuel system shall be manufacturer's

standard heavy-duty design suitable for commercial service.

2.19 Fuel Tank

Capacity

50 gallon minimum

2.20 Service Brakes a. Air system disc type brakes and foot

operated brake system.

b. Heated air dryer system with moisture ejection valves on all air tanks, except the emergency air tanks.

c. Service brakes shall use automatic slack adjusters and dust shields.

d. Brake lining shall be of non-asbestos type.

2.21 Parking/

Secondary Brakes

Manual emergency spring activated, air released parking/secondary brake with dash mounted application warning light and dash mounted push pull controls.

The parking brake system shall be operated independent of the service brakes and shall be of sufficient design to hold the weight of a fully loaded vehicle with a dead engine on a 20 % grade in both the forward and reverse directions.

2.22 Tires and Wheels Tubeless radial properly sized to handle the maximum GVWR of the vehicle. The tires shall be sized and spaced to provide proper traction and clearance for operation of the vehicle over the minimum curve radius specified in Section 11.0 using the hi-rail attachment. Super single rear wheels. One full size spare tire and wheel shall be shipped loose of equal size and rating. If the front wheel is different from the rear, one spare tire and wheel shall be provided for each different size.

All wheels including the spares shall be painted with manufacturer’s standard high visibility, white paint.

2.23 Engine Diesel engine rated at a minimum 300

HP, minimum 700 ft.lb torque.

2.24 Cooling System Heavy-duty large capacity radiator for

continuous operation in 120oF, shall be filled with the manufacturer’s approved antifreeze solution, which provides protection to at least –30oF.

2.25 Governor Manufacturer’s standard over-speed.

2.26 Hand Throttle An engine speed control shall be

provided. A mechanical hand throttle or OEM-provided electronic engine speed control is acceptable.

2.27 Air Intake A heavy-duty OEM air filtration system

shall be provided. Cartridge-style or equivalent OEM systems are acceptable.

2.28 Lubrication Filters Manufacturer’s standard replaceable full flow spin-on cartridge oil filter, fuel filter (s), in line water separator for the fuel system and shut off valve shall be installed between the tank and the engine fuel inlet.

2.29 Engine Protection

System a.) High temperature b.) Low oil pressure.

c.) Low coolant level.

d.) Automatic engine shutdown within

30-seconds and equipped with manual override.

2.30 Emissions

Compliance

The vehicle shall be equipped with a diesel engine certified to the applicable U.S. EPA on-road heavy-duty emissions standards and shall comply with all applicable Federal, State of California, CARB, SCAQMD, and local emissions regulations in effect at the time of manufacture and delivery.

3.0 Electrical System

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3.1 Starter Direct electric starting system with over

crank protection. The “ignition starter” switch shall be key operated with a “Key-on” indicator light on the dashboard.

3.2 Batteries Two maintenance free batteries each with

minimum rating of 900 CCA.

3.3 Alternator Manufacturer’s standard heavy-duty with

integral voltage regulator and minimum of 200 amperes output.

3.4 Wiring All wiring shall be run in protective plastic

looms and secured with tie wraps or equivalent fasteners. Protective grommets shall be used wherever wires pass through the body or chassis.

3.5

Hi-Rail Track and Auxiliary Lighting

a) The vehicle shall be equipped with permanently installed lighting suitable for rail right-of-way operations.

b) Lighting shall include post-mounted or remote-controlled spotlights, one mounted on each door post, manually operated from inside the cab.

c) Track lighting shall include adjustable lights mounted at the rear of the vehicle and/or on the utility body, enclosed in protective guards. Track lights shall be arranged to illuminate the rail in the direction of travel and shall be controlled by dashboard-mounted switches.

d) One pair of red lamps shall be provided at the front of the vehicle. The location and mounting of the red lamps shall be subject to Metro approval.

e) All lighting shall be protected from damage during highway and hi-rail operation.

f) The utility body shall have a minimum of two rear facing, shock proof and moisture proof LED worklights, enclosed in guards which shall protect the lights from breakage, mounted on the highest point of the bed, behind the cab. The lights shall have both manual rotational and vertical adjustment, with the switch controlling the lights located at the rear of the bed. An easily accessible switch mounted in the driver’s area shall control the lights.

3.6

Strobe light and Directional Lights

When operating in hi-rail mode, the vehicle shall automatically display directional rail lighting indicating the direction of travel, consisting of white lights in the direction of travel and red lights opposite the direction of travel. Directional hi-rail lights shall be mounted in the front and rear bumpers.

The vehicle shall be equipped with one roof-mounted amber high-intensity strobe warning light. The strobe shall operate at the vehicle’s system voltage, utilize an amber lens, and provide a double-flash pulse at a rate of 70 ±10 flashes per minute with a minimum light output of 400 candlepower.

The strobe warning light shall be protected by a removable metal guard to prevent damage and shall be controlled by a cab-mounted switch.

3.7 Keys All vehicles shall be keyed with 4 sets of

keys. One combination door/ignition key will start the vehicle and open all doors, including the glove compartment.

Duplicate keys must be OEM.

4.0 Instrumentation

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4.1 The vehicle shall have manufacturer’s standard dashboard

mounted gauges and/ or monitoring system with adjustable instrument panel illumination that shall include but not limited to the following:

a.) Speedometer with odometer.

b.) Tachometer.

c.) Engine hour meter.

d.) Fuel level gauge.

e.) Voltmeter and/or ammeter.

f.) Engine oil pressure gauge.

g.) Engine coolant temperature gauge.

h.) Low coolant level light and alarm.

i.) Engine power de-rates and automatic shutdown with manual override.

j.) Transmission high temperature indicator.

k.) Brake application and parking/secondary brake control.

l.) Column mounted turn signal switch.

m.) Air pressure gauge.

n.) Low air pressure indicator light and buzzer.

All instrumentation panels shall be easily removable with convenient access for repair and maintenance of all electrical circuitry.

5.0 Utility Body

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5.1

Model Altec or Precision Aerial Services with outriggers or approved equal.

5.2 Bed Size Approximately 132” L x 94” W x 50” H

Please state the dimensions.

5.3

Compartments a) Minimum four compartments per side, each rust resistant, weather and dust tight. Heavy-duty steel, constructed of minimum 14-gauge heavy-duty steel.

b) ¼” safety tread plate decking.

c) Continuous door hinges, lockable stainless door latches, double wall doors, double spring over center door retainer, drip rail and automotive neoprene door seal. All cabinets shall be keyed alike, but unique to each vehicle.

d) Swivel material hooks, equipment tie downs in the bed.

e) Grab handles at all access areas.

f) Wet and dry nonskid safety finish on the bed and access areas.

g) Tread plate on all compartment tops, compartments backs and bulkhead.

h) Traffic cone holder, ladder rack on top of the right side. Hot stick compartment, exterior plywood lined on top of the left side.

i) 7” tailgate height.

j) Four each 2,000 lbs. cargo tie down rings.

k) Mud and stone guard in wheel housing area, rock guard for front lower corner of compartment on each side.

l) Mud flaps shall be mounted behind the rear tires and in front of the hi-rail gear with coiled spring heavy-duty brackets.

m) Integral non- slip steps for access to each of the aerial buckets.

n) Tread plate bumper with pintle hook recess.

o) Flush mounted stop, turn, backup lights and taillights.

p) The line maintenance utility body shall have minimum cargo bed dimensions of 58” W at cargo area and height of 29”.

q) The first compartment from the front of the bed, shall be a vertical compartment, approximately 37” L x 50”H x 18” D.

r) The second compartment from the front of the bed shall be vertical each, approximately 24” L x 50” H x 18” D.

s) The third compartment from the front of the bed shall be horizontal, approximately 40 L x 50” H x 18” D

t) The fourth compartment from the front the bed shall be vertical, approximately 31 L x 50” H x 18” D.

u) Compartments on both the left and right sides of the bed shall be the same dimensions.

v) Adjustable divider shelves with dividers on 4” increments for each of the vertical compartments.

w) Full-length divider shelf with dividers on 4” increments for the horizontal compartments.

x) All compartments shall have interior LED strip lighting with light guards and a protected wiring harness. The compartment light shall be activated when the doors are opened and shall be deactivated when the doors are closed.

6.0 Hydraulic Telescoping Articulating Aerial Lift

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6.1 General a) The unit shall be Altec, Versalift or

approved equal. It shall provide a minimum of 40 ft. to the bottom of the platform when equipped with a side mounted platform and installed on a chassis frame of 36 inches.

b) Working height shall be 45 ft at a working radius of 11 ft.

c) The side reach from centerline of rotation to the outer lip of the platform shall be 29.5 ft with a side-mounted platform, at a platform height of 17 ft.

(22 ft. working height).

d) Stowed travel height shall not exceed 12 ft based on 36” chassis frame height.

e) The minimum boom articulation shall be 38 degrees, to allow the operator to access the platform from the ground without storing the articulating arm.

f) The maximum boom articulation shall be 85 degrees.

g) The articulating arm shall have a range of 0 degrees to 87 degrees.

h) Platform capacity shall be a minimum of 500 lbs. throughout the range of the boom articulation.

i) Continuous rotation shall be provided to allow unrestricted rotation.

j) The aerial lift shall be in compliance with ANSI/SAIA A92.2-2021 requirements.

k) The aerial lift shall be rated as a category C, 46 Kv and below machine and shall be tested prior to delivery.

6.2 Articulating Arm l) The lift shall be furnished with an

articulating arm between the turntable and the lower boom.

m) The articulating arm shall be designed so that the articulating arm and lower boom are compensating. When raising the articulating arm only, the lower and upper boom shall maintain the same relative angle with the ground.

n) The articulating arm shall have upper and lower links attached to the turntable and to the riser.

o) A double acting hydraulic cylinder shall power the articulating arm.

p) The rod eye shall be both threaded and welded to the rod, while the blind end of the cylinder shall be cast steel.

q) A self-aligned, ball type bushing shall be used at the rod end of the cylinder.

r) An articulating arm fiberglass insert shall provide a minimum of 12” of insulation.

6.3 Lower Boom a) The lower boom shall be constructed of

a fixture welded, steel tubular member.

b) The lower boom shall be attached to the articulating arm with a high strength, chrome-plated steel pivot pin, mounted in self-lubricating, replaceable bushings.

6.4 Upper Boom a) The upper boom shall consist of a

centrifugally cast, rectangular fiberglass structure.

b) An anchor point at the boom tip shall be required for attachment of the safety belt.

c) The inner surface of the fiberglass boom shall be impregnated during manufacture with a wax compound to provide for bearing of moisture.

d) A smooth gel coat finish shall be provided on the outer surface of the upper boom.

e) The upper boom shall be ultrasonically tested to ensure against delaminating or voids, which might affect the structural or dielectric integrity of the aerial lift.

6.5 Upper Boom

Extension

a) The upper boom shall be extended and retracted utilizing a double acting hydraulic cylinder. Chain or cable extension and retraction is unacceptable.

b) The boom section should extend and retract over mechanically fastened, moly-disulfide impregnated nylon and ultra-high molecular weight slide bearings for long life. The outer boom pads shall be replaceable without disassembling the booms. Rollers are not acceptable.

c) Boom extension shall be a minimum of 94”.

6.6 Platform/Bucket a) One (1), side-mounted, approximately

24” x 48” x 42” for two-man rectangular fiberglass platform with minimum 500 lbs. load capacity, smooth interior and exterior finish.

b) The platform shall be hydraulically leveled. A platform leveling control shall be located at the platform. The platform leveling system shall include a double pilot operated check valve to prevent platform tilt in case of hydraulic hose failure.

c) Two outside access steps shall be mounted onto the platform on the curbside when the platform is rotated to the end position.

d) A hydraulically actuated platform rotator shall be furnished.

e) Platform rotation shall be 90 degrees to allow rotation to the end of the boom tip.

f) Platform rotation shall be controllable from both the upper control station and lower control station.

7.0 Hydraulic System

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7.1 Pump Type Variable displacement piston pump.

7.2 Capacity Hydraulic system shall provide sufficient

flow and pressure to achieve the specified boom performance.

7.3 Oil Reservoir 12-gallon minimum mounted internal in

the pedestal area and equipped with return line micron, replaceable cartridge filter and internal suction line strainer.

8.0 Controls

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8.1 Main Controls a. The control system shall be full-

pressure and full-metering. Electro-hydraulic control valves are acceptable provided the system is fail-safe and includes manual override capability.

b. The upper controls shall be a single handle controller located on the street side of the platform and shall be protected by a fiberglass cover.

c. Safety harness and polypropylene lanyard with both ends.

d. Diagnostic test ports for testing of the hydraulic system.

e. Emergency operating system equipped with pump and heavy-duty electric motor operating from the truck battery.

f. Engine Start/Stop, captive type shall be at the platform to allow the operator to start and stop the chassis engine.

g. The single handle controller shall activate:

1. Lower boom (raise and lower).

2. Clockwise or counterclockwise rotation.

3. Upper boom (extend or retract).

4. Articulating arm (raise and lower).

5. The lower control station must positively override the upper controls.

h. Platform rotation and winch (raise and lower) shall be activated by a separate levers.

9.0 Accessories

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9.1 Fire Extinguisher a. One 5 lbs. rechargeable dry type

multipurpose fire extinguisher, (UL rating 2-A: 10-B: C), installed inside the cab.

b. One 20 lbs. rechargeable dry type multipurpose fire extinguisher, (UL rating 10-A: 60-B: C), installed outside the cab in the bed area, both in accessible locations and clearly marked.

9.2 First Aid Kit Inside cab mounted (10 unit type that is in compliance with OSHA section 1910.151 and subpart D, section 1926.50) with permanent labels installed on both the inside and outside of the unit.

9.3 Emergency

Reflector Kit

DOT approved reflector kit with flares permanently mounted inside the cab, in an accessible location and labeled both inside and outside.

9.4 Pintle Hooks Front and rear mounted heavy-duty steel

rigid type pintle hooks and balls for 6,000 lbs minimum vertical load, 30,000 lbs minimum gross trailer weight for use with a 2” to 3” drawbar eye, 7 wire trailer connector, front and rear with spring loaded dust cap and front and rear frame mounted tow hooks.

9.5 Trailer Brakes Front and rear mounted electric trailer

brake connections with cab mounted brake controls activated by the operation of the foot brake.

9.6 Bench Vice Weather resistant bench vise with a front

pipe support. The vice shall be located on either side at the rear of the vehicle bed.

Minimum 4½-inch jaw width and minimum 4-inch pipe capacity.

9.7

Pipe Carrier Pipe Carrier consisting of hold down rack with straps to carry pipe.

9.8 Wheel Chocks Minimum 4 with wheel chock holders.

9.9 Water tank Minimum 5 gallon mounted on the exterior

with cup dispenser.

9.10 Sun Visors Left and right side padded sun visors.

9.11 Floor Mats Color coordinated OEM rubber floor mats.

9.12 Climate Control Manufacturer’s standard air conditioner, heater and defogger.

9.13 Interior Lighting Ceiling dome light and courtesy lights, map light.

9.14 Radio AM/FM with Bluetooth capability.

9.15 Mirrors Left and right, door mounted, retractable

swing out (west coast style) outside mirrors (electronically controlled), split type with lower convex section.

9.16 Windshield

Wipers

Electric powered intermittent windshield wipers with washer system.

9.17 Grab Handles Mounted on the outside on each side of

the cab.

9.18 Reverse Alarm A transmission activated pulsating

electronic reverse travel alarm, which can be heard above 83 DBA of background noise. A switch to deactivate the reverse alarm shall be also provided.

9.19 Horn Manufacturer’s standard dual trumpet air

horn.

9.20 Paint a. The vehicle including the

compartments, the wheels and the spare wheels shall be painted with manufacturer’s standard high visibility white paint.

b. All exposed bumpers, frame rails, steps and similar structures and all under components shall be painted black.

10.0 Hi-Rail Attachment

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10.1 GVWR The minimum GVWR and weight per axle

rating of the unit in a hi-rail configuration shall not be less than the unit described in this specification for an over the highway configuration.

10.2 Bolt-On

Assemblies

Hydraulic operation with complete hydraulic package, positive lock system, in the hi-rail and highway position, front and rear assemblies bolt onto the vehicle chassis frame.

10.3 Steering and Rail

Safety Features

A positive steering wheel lock shall be provided to prohibit the steering wheel from being turned while the vehicle is being operated on the rails unless the OEM hi-rail system is designed to operate without one. The vehicle shall also be equipped with front axle lock, front rail sweeps and lighted site rods mounted on the front corners of the front bumper.

10.4 Hydraulic Testing A test tee shall be installed adjacent to the pressure side of the hydraulic pump.

10.5 Emergency

Pump

An emergency pump shall be provided where the failure of a pump could immobilize components in a position that could prevent moving the unit or where the unit could foul the adjacent track.

10.6 Rear Gear The rear hi-rail gear shall have 4” to 5” of

horizontal adjustment in each direction for mounting the rail.

Note:

In the hi-rail mode, the front tires shall be lifted clear of the rail and the rear tires shall ride on the rails.

In the highway mode, the front and rear hi-rail wheels shall be lifted to provide a minimum of 10” clearance above the ground.

10.7 Wheels and

Bearings

Largest diameter guide wheel, which shall fit in the clearance limitation (single or tandem), one-piece guide wheels, heavy-duty tapered roller bearings, on hardened steel spindles, and full track circuit insulation.

10.8 Guide Wheels Front and rear external guide wheel brakes

are required. They shall be air over oil operated, and actuated by the vehicle brake pedal operation.

10.9 Brake Operation The vehicle and guide wheel brakes on the hi-rail system shall be isolated and operate on independent circuits.

10.10 Controls Controls shall be located and mounted in a

fixed position accessible by the operator.

10.11 Shunting System Diversified Metal Fabricators, Continental Rail or approved equal. A rail shunting system shall be provided and installed through hi-rail gear that can be activated from a cab-mounted switch that can be controlled by the operator. The rail shunting system shall be integrated through the hi-rail wheels or by an OEM-approved equivalent method.

11.0 Hi-Rail Performance, Track Design and Clearance Requirements

The vehicle shall conform to all Authority’s Transit Rail Lines, track designs and clearances when traveling over sharp radius curves, station platforms, signals, walkways, and over highway crossing in accordance with the attached drawings. The following track designs and clearance dimensions are nominal unless otherwise specified.

MINIMUM CURVATURE 105 FEET RADIUS

MAXIMUM GRADE 6.0 GRADE

RAIL 115 RE

RAIL CANT 1:40

TRACK GAUGE STANDARD GAUGE 56-1/2 “

SUPER ELEVATION 0 TO 6 INCHES

TURNOUTS (most restrictive) 190 FOOT RADIUS MAINLINE 190 FOOT TO No. 15

WEIGHT MAXIMUM VERTICAL LOAD PER AXLE SHALL NOT EXCEED 28,000

POUNDS

Vehicle shall not exceed 11 feet, 6 inches in height.

Width of the vehicle shall not exceed 8 feet, 5 inches at 39 inches above the rail.

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11.1 Track Gauge a. The vehicle when fully loaded shall be

capable of operating both on standard 56-1/2” gauge track and on 56” gauge paved track with girder rail installation.

b. The vehicle shall be capable of traveling fully loaded in either forward or reverse direction on Metro tracks with 190-foot curve radius at constant speed of 30 mph.

c. Maximum speed on Metro tracks shall be controlled at 30 mph. Provision shall be included for operating the vehicle in the reverse direction over prolonged distance without damaging the engine or drive train.

d. Acceleration rate shall be 0.5 mph on tangent level track. Deceleration rate shall be 0.9 mph minimum on moist surface rail unloaded.

e. Minimum curve radius capability shall be 105 ft at 2.5 mph.

f. The maximum grade shall be 6%.

11.2 Underbody

Clearance

a. The clearance between the under frame and all other parts shall provide safe operation of the vehicle over a curve of 105 feet radius at speeds up to 2.5 mph.

b. The vehicle shall be so constructed that when assembled in the hi-rail configuration with all apparatus attached, no parts shall be beyond the clearance limitation including minimum turns.

12.0

Track Testing & Unit Acceptance

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12.1 Final acceptance shall be made by Metro after inspection and successful completion of track testing to verify compliance with this specification.

Performance testing shall be conducted by Metro personnel on Metro rail property. A vendor representative may be present during testing if requested. The unit shall demonstrate satisfactory operation on track, including negotiation of specified track curvature, grades, clearances, hi-rail system operation, braking, and all safety systems and installed equipment, as applicable.

Metro test personnel shall perform a minimum of two (2) runs in each direction, or as otherwise determined by Metro.

If the unit fails to meet any specified requirement, the Contractor shall make all necessary corrections, adjustments, repairs, or modifications at no additional cost to Metro.

Final acceptance shall not occur until all testing is completed successfully, all deficiencies are corrected, and all required manuals, training, warranties, and deliverables have been provided.

13.0 Warranty Requirements

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13.1 Chassis Warranty The vehicle furnished shall be warranted to 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 standard warranty, whichever is greater.

Please state the warranty terms offered.

13.2 Powertrain Warranty The vehicle’s engine shall be warranted for five (5) years and/or 250,000 miles from the date of each vehicle’s acceptance, or by the manufacturer’s standard warranty,

13.3 Emissions The vehicle’s emissions system shall be

warranted for five (5) years and/or 100,000 miles from the date of each vehicle’s acceptance, or by the manufacturer’s standard warranty, whichever is greater.

13.4 Hi-Rail Gear

Warranty

Hi rail gear furnished with this vehicle shall be free from defects in design, material, and workmanship for a minimum period of one (1) year or by the manufacturer’s standard warranty, whichever is greater.

13.5 Boom Lift Aerial

Device & Body

The boom lift including the body furnished shall be warranted to be free from defects in design, material, and workmanship for a minimum period of one (1) year, or by the manufacturer’s standard warranty,

13.6 Warranty of

Accessories

The prime contractor is responsible for all warranty issues for OEM vehicle(s) such as the chassis, boom lift aerial device and body including aftermarket accessories.

14.0

Instruction Manuals Instruction manuals and schematics shall be furnished at the pre-delivery inspection. If unable to provide any or all of the manuals and schematics at the pre-delivery inspection, submit, in writing, the reason for non-compliance and provide a specific date that the manuals and schematics will be delivered to the Metro.

CD versions of OEM manual are acceptable.

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14.1 Operator Manuals Two (2) complete copies of the operator’s manual for each vehicle.

14.2 Maintenance, Repair

and Parts Manual

Two (2) complete sets of the maintenance, repair, and parts manuals for each vehicle and for any optional items or accessories specified. Digital versions are acceptable.

14.3 Electrical

Schematics

Two (2) complete sets of electrical schematics for each vehicle and for any optional items or accessories specified, unless said schematics are already included in the maintenance, repair and parts manuals. Digital versions are acceptable.

14.4 Rail Gear The manuals shall also include all auxiliary

hi rail gear equipment/components, parts list, schematic including alignment drawings showing location of the tires and rail gear relative to the rail tracks as well as check and correct misalignment of guide wheel equipment. All manual, parts list and schematics will be subject to Metro approval prior to vehicle acceptance.

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15.1 Training

Requirements

As part of the final acceptance process, the Contractor shall provide onsite training for Metro personnel.

Training shall be provided by the vehicle OEM, hi-rail system manufacturer, or an OEM-authorized representative.

Training shall be conducted at a Metro facility designated by Metro and shall be completed within thirty (30) calendar days after final acceptance, unless otherwise approved by Metro.

Contractor shall provide all training materials, operator guides, and service references at the time of training.

15.2 Operator Training

The Contractor shall provide a minimum of four (2) hours of operator training for up to ten (10) Metro personnel.

Training shall include, but not be limited to:

• Vehicle familiarization and safety systems

• Vehicle and/or equipment operating procedures

• Pre-trip inspection procedures

• Road operation and worksite operation

• Hi-rail gear deployment and stowage procedures

• Road-to-rail and rail-to-road transition procedures

• Rail travel operation, braking, and steering characteristics

• Emergency operating procedures

• Safe operation of all installed attachments, auxiliary systems, and body equipment, as applicable

15.3 Maintenance

Training

The Contractor shall provide a minimum of four (4) hours of maintenance training for up to ten (10) Metro maintenance personnel.

Training shall include, but not be limited to:

• Preventive maintenance requirements

• Mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, as equipped

• OEM diagnostic systems and fault code interpretation

• Troubleshooting and repair procedures

• Service intervals and lubrication requirements

• Inspection, adjustment, and replacement of hi-rail system components

• Emergency recovery procedures

16.0 Licensing & Customer Reference List

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16.1 Licensing &

Customer Reference List

The successful bidder is required to submit with the bid a copy of a license or certificate indicating your experience in designing and building hi rail equipment vehicles.

16.2 Licensing &

Customer Reference List

For further evaluation and approval, current customer list with contact names and phone numbers shall be also submitted.

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