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REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSALS

CITY OF CONROE

FIRE APPARATUS

401 SGT. ED HOLCOMB BLVD., S

CONROE, TEXAS 77304

PRE-BID MEETING

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RESPONSE DUE Thursday, September 25, 2025 BY 2:00 pm

QUESTIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofconroe/projects/195943

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Table Of Contents

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS CITY PROJECT CSP 0925-2025 FIRE APPARATUS

1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS

2. SCOPE OF WORK

3. VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

Attachments:

A - IFB Fire Apparatus (Pumper Truck)

1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The City of Conroe Fire Department is seeking bids from qualified manufacturers to provide a custom-built fire pumper apparatus(s). The City utilizes the OpenGov electronic submission method for one copy per Bidder or deliver three (3) original copies of your Bid sealed and appropriately marked “IFB 0925-2025 Fire Apparatus” and delivered to the Purchasing Department – Dean Towery Service Center, Building A, 401 Sgt. Ed Holcomb

Blvd S., Conroe Texas 77304. Statements will be publicly opened, and the names of the Bidders will be read on

September 25, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department – Dean Towery Service Center, Building A, 401

Sgt. Ed Holcomb Blvd S., Conroe Texas 77304. Bids not delivered by this time will be returned unopened.

Bid documents may be reviewed and downloaded online at OpenGov. Copies of all questions and answers, and any addenda to supplement the Bid, will be published on the website above no later than three days prior to the opening due date.

No statement may in any way qualify, modify, substitute or change any part of the instructions to respondents. The City of Conroe reserves the right to reject any and all Bids and to award this IFB to the Bidder that offers the best value to the City, taking certain evaluation factors into consideration as set forth in this IFB.

Contract Specifications Signed and Sealed by NO VALUE, NO VALUE on _________.

2. SCOPE OF WORK

2.1. The following specifications are the minimum the City will accept. The City of Conroe Fire Department requires a custom-built fire apparatus with the following key specifications:

I. Chassis

• Custom-built tilt-type chassis exclusive for fire service. Chassis provided will be a new, tilt-type custom fire apparatus. The chassis will be designed and manufactured for heavy-duty service, with adequate strength and capacity for the intended load to be sustained and the type of service required. The chassis will be the manufacturer's first line tilt cab.

• 96- to 99-inch-wide cab with a minimum 10” raised roof

• A/C system conducive to south Texas climate

• Aluminum Alcoa Wheels

• Six seated positions, (3) with SCBA seats (officer, 2-firefighters), (1) driver seat, and (2) flip-down seats.

• Independent front suspension with a minimum ground rating of 22,800 lbs.

• Rear axle capacity of 27,000 lbs.

• Minimum wheelbase of 218".

• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 49,800 lbs.

• Cummins X15 engine, 500 HP, 1700 lb-ft torque.

• Allison EVS 4000P 6-speed automatic transmission.

• Paint, graphics and apparatus numbering will be to CFD specifications and will be determined during pre-construction.

II. Pump and Water System

• Waterous CSU 1500-1750 GPM single-stage centrifugal pump, with 3” tank-to-pump

• Booster tank capacity of 750 gallons.

• Class A and B foam system with a 25-gallon foam tank for each. Foam system piped to six (6) discharges, 3-crosslays, booster reel, front bumper, and passenger side rear 2 ½” discharge. The system will have the ability to deliver the following minimum foam solution flow rates that meet or exceed NFPA requirements at a pump rating of 250 psi and must be able to dispense BIOEX foam Ecopol premium foam.

o 200 gpm @ 6 percent o 400 gpm @ 3 percent o 1200 gpm @ 1 percent o The foam concentrate setting may be adjusted in .1 percent increments from .1 percent to 9.9 percent. Typical settings are .3 percent, .5 percent and 1.0 percent (The maximum capacity will be limited to the plumbing and water pump capacity).

• Will include 3-crosslays with 1 ½” outlets provided capable of carrying up to 300 feet of 1 ¾” hose, double stack National Endura and will be plumbed with 2” piping.

• Bumper line capacity of 150 feet of 1 ¾” double jacketed cotton-polyester hose.

• Booster reel to include 1” hose 200 feet and a rewind switch with cord at least 12 feet long.

• Will include piping for a deck gun that will include an 18” Task Force Model XG18 Extend-a-gun extension. Will include a Task Force Crossfire Series SFC-42 monitor with 10” stream shaper and quad stack tips package properly installed with paint matching body.

• Underwriters Laboratory (UL) certified pump testing.

III. Body and Compartments

• Aluminum body construction, minimum .125” thickness, with roll-up doors. List thicker aluminum as an alternate and provide detailed information.

• Full-length compartments with adjustable shelves and slide-out trays.

• Specific compartments (likely up to 4) will have pegboard or PacTrac mounting components included.

• NFPA-compliant aggressive walking surfaces.

• LED compartment lighting with automatic door-activated switches.

• Electronic or hydraulic ladder rack system to CFD specifications

• Hose bed will include two (2) dividers to accommodate o 1200 of 5.0" LDH o 200' of 2.5" 2-stacks o 800' of 2.5"

• Two (2) 5” LDH compartments/troughs on each side of the pump housing to accommodate 25 feet each.

• Exact compartment configuration to be determined during pre-construction

• Need to be able to house at least (4) spare SCBA bottles in their own compartment

IV. Electrical System

• Appropriate electrical system meeting NFPA and SAE requirements

• 430-amp alternator.

• Whelen LED emergency lighting system or equivalent.

• (1) HiViz Model or equivalent, 12-volt light, minimum 75”, specific location to be determined during pre-construction. (2) HiViz Model or equivalent, 12-volt light, minimum 50”, specific location to be determined during pre-construction.

• Battery charger with auto-eject system.

• Light tower system with four LED floodlights (list this item as an alternate along with the generator below).

• Vehicle data recorder and seatbelt monitoring system.

• Wireless FireCom Headsets for (4) positions.

• Customer supplied radio and MDT and all accessories associated with each, final location to be determined during pre-construction

• Federal Signal Model Q2B mechanical siren furnished and installed

• A Whelen or equivalent electronic siren furnished and installed

V. Generator (list this item as an alternate)

• The apparatus shall be equipped with a complete AC electrical power system.

• The generator shall provide a minimum of 10,000-watt capacity.

• The generator must be hydraulically driven via a transmission power take-off (PTO) and include a hydraulic pump and motor.

• The system shall include an electric/hydraulic valve to engage the clutch system.

• Generator performance shall be monitored with a digital meter panel mounted near the breaker panel.

• The generator shall be mounted in an area over the pump, with the floor structure reinforced to accommodate weight and vibration.

• Oil drain line shall be extended through the floor with a valve for ease of service.

VI. Delivery and Training

• The apparatus must be delivered under its own power.

• A qualified representative must provide on-site training to CFD personnel on the proper operation, maintenance, and care of the apparatus.

• Delivery shall include complete operation and maintenance manuals.

VII. Performance Testing and Acceptance

• A road test must be conducted with the fully loaded apparatus to ensure no loss of power, overheating, or abnormal vibrations.

• Pump performance testing in accordance with NFPA standards.

• Final acceptance is subject to successful completion of all tests and inspections by CFD representatives.

VIII. Warranty and Service Support

• Proposals must include comprehensive details on warranty coverage for the chassis, body, pump, and electrical system.

• Information on service and repair support from the manufacturer and authorized Texas dealer must be provided.

• Warranty shall cover:

o Bumper to bumper o Motor/transmission – drive train o Pump o Water tank o Paint o Fire Body/Cab

2.2. Warranties

List any warranties for parts:

2.3. Award

The award will be based on the bid response that is the best value to the City of Conroe.

1. Purchase Price 30%

2. Delivery time 30%

3. The extent to which the goods or services meet the municipality’s needs 20%

4. The reputation of the bidder or bidder’s goods or services 10%

5. The quality of the bidder’s goods or services 10%

3. VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Pricing Proposal*

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• PRICING_PROPOSAL.docx

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2. If within one year, the City wants to purchase another truck, will you honor these prices? *

And if not, how long will you hold your prices?

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3. List multi apparatus purchase discount price.*

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4. List chassis (s) prepay savings.*

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5. Certificate of Insurance*

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6. W-9 Form*

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7. Form 1295*

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8. Agreement and Certification*

The Undersigned Agrees That:

A. No Federal, State, County or Municipal taxes have been included in the RFP prices and none will be added.

B. Prices in this proposal have not knowingly been disclosed with any other provider and will not be prior to award.

C. Prices in this proposal have been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication or agreement for the purpose of restricting competition.

D. No attempt has been made nor will be to induce any other person or firm to submit a proposal for the purpose of restricting competition.

E. The individual signing this proposal certifies that he/she is a legal agent of the bidder, authorized to represent the bidder and is legally responsible for the offer with regard to supporting documentation and prices provided.

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9. Are you HUB Certified?*

☐ Yes

☐ No

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When equals "Yes"

9.1. HUB Certification*

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When equals "No"

9.2. Please upload a memo stating that you are not HUB certified.*

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10. SAM.gov Status*

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11. Signed Addendums*

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12. Acknowledgement of Terms & Conditions*

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• Acknowledgement_of_Terms_an...

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