FINAL AlignBIDSPECIFICATIONS rev 16 17.docx

SOUTH SHORE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

476 WEBSTER STREET

HANOVER, MA 02339

NEW AND UNUSED ALIGNMENT MACHINE AND RACK

Sealed proposals are invited for furnishing and delivering a new and unused alignment machine and alignment rack to the SOUTH SHORE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, 476 Webster Street, Hanover, Massachusetts, 02339.

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

GUARANTEE - All items furnished under this specification shall be new, first quality and guaranteed by the seller, or through him, the manufacturer, for at least one year: and the seller or the manufacturer shall repair or replace, at no cost to the South Shore Regional School District, any equipment proving defective in materials, workmanship or design. Bidders shall supply any brochures and/or descriptive literature on item(s) offered.

PACKING - All items shall be delivered in sealed cartons, crates or packages and shall be accompanied by a complete and accurate packing list. Loose unpacked items will not be accepted.

INSTALLATION - The successful bidder (or his designee) shall install equipment and provide initial startup and training on use of equipment.

EQUALS - Item(s) similar in design, function, and equal or better in quality may be offered. Such items shall be clearly identified in the bid. The School District reserves the right to determine whether, in its opinion, such items are in fact equal. Such determination shall be final.

DELIVERY - Immediate delivery is desired. Bidders shall state guaranteed delivery date. All goods are to be shipped fully prepaid. Every effort is to be made to make complete shipments.

PRICE - Quote price for each item, together with a lump sum purchase price. Price should include all and any shipping and handling charges, set up at designated site, training in the operation of the lathe, and any maintenance needed for a period of one year.

AWARD - The School District reserves the right to award units, and if desired, items separately. Preference will be given to bidders who bid on complete units.

CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION - Bidders shall submit completed certificates of non-collusion with bid proposal using form attached.

BID PROPOSAL FORMS - Bid proposals are to be submitted on the attached form. Proposals offered on a form other than supplied will not be considered.

In setting forth these specifications, it is the intention of the School District to offer equal opportunity to all bidders. When a trademark or model number of a manufacturer or vendor is used, it is understood that these designations shall not be interpreted to limit competition among suppliers of items which are considered to be equivalent or better; and it is not intended to exclude products of other manufacturers which will perform the functions required in an equally satisfactory manner. Bidders must, however, include the EXACT SPECIFICATIONS OF ANY SUBSTITUTED PRODUCTS OTHER THAN THE PRODUCT SPECIFIED IN WRITING; differences must be clearly indicated.

CLOSING DATE - Bids will be accepted at the Office of the Superintendent-Director, South Shore Regional School District, 476 Webster Street, Hanover, MA 02339 until 1:00 pm. Monday December 19, 2016, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. The South Shore Regional School District reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to accept the bid deemed to be in the best interest of the School District. Bids shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope marked "Bid for Alignment Machine and Alignment Rack”.

No bid received after the time established for the opening of bids will be considered regardless of the cause for the delay in receipt of any such bid. Bidders are cautioned to allow ample time for transmittal of bids by mail or otherwise. Bidders should secure correct information relative to probable time of arrival and distribution of mail and must make due allowance for possible delays in the receipt of bids.

The successful bidder shall accept the order within seven days after notification of its award to him. No bids may be withdrawn for thirty (30) days after the opening.

BID SPECIFICATIONS-ALIGNMENT MACHINE

Alignment system must be same brand as lift rack.

Aligner with Premium Large Cabinet & 24" Widescreen LCD, Includes:

· Cordless VIN Barcode Scanner

· Integrated steering angle sensor reset procedure with printed verification with dedicated alignment tool

· Industrial grade PC with min:

3.3 GHz Intel Core i3 processor, 4 GB of DDR3 SDRAM memory, 120 GB SSD hard drive, DVD-RW/CD-RW drive, Windows 7 operating system Premium Color Printer, Wired & Wireless Network, Power Line Filter/Protector

· Ability to perform wheel alignment quick checks

· System shall have the capability to include alignment simulator that allows for instructor to completely demonstrate the alignment process without having to have a vehicle. Simulator plugs into the alignment machine and can be used remotely in a classroom environment

· System shall be able to document tire inspection including tread wear

· System shall be able to test vehicle battery to OEM specs and send results to console wirelessly

Software:

· Vehicle specific database

· Analyzes each job and presents the optimal action sequence with the minimum steps required

· Ensures a straight steering wheel every time without repeated adjustments or using a steering wheel holder

· Presents all of the tools and aftermarket correction kits needed for each alignment

· See your alignment job in 3-D using real time 3-D graphics

· Step by step graphics for front shim, dual cam or dual slot vehicles.

· Calculates and displays the template you need for proper shim installation.

· Ability to make adjustments with the wheel removed

· Calculate the proper bushing size and position adjustment without using a zero bushing

· Quickly screen vehicles to determine align ability and collision repair needs

· Measure and adjust ride height in real-time.

· Instantly access symmetry angles and setback

· Perform alignments on tuned suspensions and other modified vehicles with tools to monitor tire wear and handling.

· Over 100 TPMS procedures in a simple, yet comprehensive, user-friendly format

· Supports the use of a drive-on camera which uses the aligner screen as a guide

· Training and productivity aids 4,000+ photos, 1,600+ illustrations, 400+ videos & animations

· Download, access and communicate alignment service information through the Internet

· Explain needed parts and repairs and show completed work using detailed, color-coded printouts.

· Communicates with lift rack for Slipplates and turnplates to automatically lock and unlock at appropriate times and automatically inflate all four tires simultaneously

· 2 years free vehicle specs & instant specs by web

· Tool & Kit Database with required tools replacement part numbers

· Full Digital Photo Adjustments & Instruction Video Library

· TPMS reset database (Vehicle Specific Sensor Type & Reset Procedures)

· Certified iShop & ASANET compliant

Hardware:

· Professional Installation & On-Site Training

· 4 Cameras manually operate to provide a full range of travel to work on the floor to fully extended lift height.

· Full-Range manual height adjustment for working on floor to fully extended lift

· 4 PentaCam High Definition Cameras (one per wheel) camera resolution 2,608 x 1,952 pixels per camera 20,000,000 pixels total

· 4 (3-Dimensional) alignment targets with interchangeable arms, grips, tire not rim, no metal-to-metal contact, spring loaded arms to grip tire, thumb switch to secure the clamp, off-center clamping has no effect on

· accuracy, tough polymer structure withstands drops, 9” profile weighs 6 lbs

· Two wide angle 3D targets

· Four deep wheel extensions

· Sensors shall be able to perform single motion roll forward compensation

· wheelbase 210”

· track width 80”

· Cordless Remote Indicator Kit - Includes Cordless Remote Indicator and recharging Bracketry

· Wheel Off Adjustment kit

· Alignment system must be new cannot be preowned(used)

Training:

Includes certificate for educational instructor for 3 day (24 hours) training class that begins with concept theory and discussion and finishes with hands on training by ASE certified instructor at local training center.

BID SPECIFICATIONS - ALIGNMENT RACK

Alignment Rack must be same brand as Alignment machine.

Powder Coat Finish

12,000 lb. Capacity Scissor Alignment Rack

(2) 6,000 lb. capacity swing air jacks 63” wide reach locking flippers clear telltales for rotation locking pin engagement

Tread width: Minimum width of 40” between inside of tires Maximum width of 88.5” to outside of tires

Level at all locking positions

Maximum raise height of 71”

Wheel Base:

Two-wheel alignment------------179” Four-wheel alignment ----------158”

4 hp motor

24” wide runways

Stack height 10”

Two Movable work steps

Built-in front wheel stops

Two wheel chocks

Integrated airline kit convenient air source for tools at front and rear

Louvered rolling ramps with built-in wheel stops (not diamond plate)

Clear access to jacks front and rear (between runways no support beams)

Sensor feedback system keep runway level safely stops if obstructed

Velocity safety fuses instantaneous shutdown in event of hydraulic failure

Safety locks precision fit teeth lock runways at 16 level height positions

Chromed pins and Teflon bearings for long life

Slipplates and turnplates automatically lock and unlock at appropriate times Turnplate bridges automatically raise and lower at appropriate time (software installed) Air Station inflates four tires simultaneously and records starting pressure and final pressure which can be printed out as part of the final alignment printout hose recoils to keep work area clear

Rack stores targets within arm’s reach of wheels

-LED lift lighting integrated into runway surface automatically switch on when the lift is raised and off when the lift is lowered ALI listed

-Jack riser kit set of two

Alignment rack must be new cannot be preowned (used)

Factory installation with grouting and on-site training included

SOUTH SHORE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT PROPOSAL FORM:

(SUBSTITUTE PROPOSAL FORMS NOT TO BE USED.)

TO: South Shore Regional School District 476 Webster Street Hanover, Massachusetts 02339

BID OPENING DATE & TIME: 1:00 p.m. Monday December 19, 2016

BID PROPOSAL FORM

(To enter bid for this equipment, return one signed copy)

Quantity Description Total Price

1 Computerized Wheel Alignment Machine $ __________

(Specify alternates)

TOTAL LUMP SUM PURCHASE PRICE $ __________

(To include delivery, installation, training at South Shore Vocational Technical High School).

STATE GUARANTEED DELIVERY DATE _________________________

BIDDER: __________________________________________

(Name of Company)

SIGNED BY: _______________________________________

PRINT NAME: ______________________________________

TITLE: _____________________________________________

ADDRESS: __________________________________________

TEL/FAX# ___________________________________________

DATE: ______________________

CERTIFICATION

(To Be Completed By Provider)

** Social Security Number (Voluntary) or Federal Identification Number

* Approval of a contract or other agreement will not be granted unless this certification clause is signed by the applicant.

** Your social security number will be furnished to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to determine whether you have met tax filing or tax payment obligations. Providers who fail to correct their non-filing delinquency will not have a contract or other agreement issued, renewed or extended. This request is made under the authority of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 62C, Section 49A.

CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION

(To Be Completed By Provider)

The undersigned certifies under penalties of perjury that this bid or proposal has been made and submitted in good faith and without collusion or fraud with any other person. As used in this certification the word “person” shall mean any natural person, business, partnership, corporation, union committee, club or other organization, entity, or group of individuals.

Nature of Business