MARINE SOW Amend 1.pdf

U.S. Marine Corps Fire and Emergency Services Right Hand Drive Pumper Speci�ications – Version 25-2

Technical Specifications for:

Right Hand Drive Structural Pumpers

Index Page #

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Page 5

1.0 STANDARD FIRE TRUCK COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES: Page 6

2.0 MATERIALS: Page 7

3.0 DISSIMILAR METALS: Page 7

4.0 DRAIN PLUG: Page 8

5.0 COOLING SYSTEM: Page 8

6.0 HEAT EXCHANGER: Page 8

7.0 DRAIN COCKS: Page 8

8.0 RADIO NOISE SUPPRESSOR: Page 9

9.0 PERFORMANCE: Page 9

10.0 DIMENSIONS OF FIRE TRUCK: Page 9

11.0 WEIGHT RATING AND DISTRIBUTION: Page 10

12.0 ENGINE: Page 10

13.0 FUEL TANK: Page 11

14.0 EXHAUST SYSTEM: Page 11

15.0 FRAME: Page 11

16.0 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT: Page 11

17.0 LIGHTS: Page 12

18.0 HORNS: Page 14

19.0 SIREN: Page 14

20.0 BACKUP WARNING DEVICE: Page 15

21.0 TRANSMISSION & DRIVE LINE: Page 15

22.0 AXLES & SUSPENSION: Page 15

23.0 WHEELS, RIMS, TIRES & TUBES: Page 16

24.0 SERVICE & PARKING BRAKES: Page 16

25.0 This section is not used. Page 17

26.0 STEERING MECHANISM: Page 17

27.0 CAB: Page 17

28.0 SEATS: Page 20

29.0 OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS: Page 20

30.0 WINDSHIELD WIPERS: Page 20

31.0 HEATER, DEFROSTER & AIR CONDITIONER: Page 21

32.0 INSTRUMENT PANEL: Page 21

33.0 FIRE PUMP: Page 23

34.0 PRIMING PUMP: Page 24

35.0 SUCTION CONNECTIONS: Page 24

36.0 DISCHARGE CONNECTIONS: Page 25

37.0 AUTOMATIC PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM: Page 26

38.0 BODY: Page 26

39.0 FIRE PUMP & FOAM TANK COMPARTMENT: Page 27

40.0 TURRET MONITOR: Page 27

41.0 TRANSVERSE HOSEBEDS: Page 28

42.0 FIRE PUMP OPERATOR’S CONTROL PANEL: Page 29

43.0 WATER TANK: Page 31

44.0 MAIN HOSEBED: Page 32

45.0 EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT: Page 33

46.0 REAR PLATFORM STEP & RUNNING BOARDS: Page 34

47.0 PERSONNEL STEPS: Page 35

48.0 HANDRAILS & GRABRAILS: Page 36

49.0 SKID-RESISTANT SURFACES: Page 36

50.0 FIRE TRUCK LOOSE EQUIPMENT: Page 36

51.0 CLEANING, TREATMENT & PAINTING: Page 38

52.0 CHEVRON REFLECTIVE STRIPING: Page 41

53.0 RUST PROOFING: Page 42

54.0 INSTRUCTION PLATES: Page 43

55.0 LUBRICATION: Page 43

56.0 ELECTRICAL LADDER RACK SYSTEM: Page 44

57.0 RADIO INTERCOM SYSTEM: Page 45

58.0 CONSTRUCTRION METHODS: Page 45

59.0 MANUALS & TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS: Page 46

60.0 FIRST ARTICLE: Page 47

61.0 DELIVERY & TRAINING: Page 47

62.0 WARRANTY: Page 47

63.0 CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER & TITLE: Page 48

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Deviations from the minimum mandatory requirements specified are NOT allowed for each item being purchased under this solicitation and will be determined nonresponsive and not eligible for award.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This specification is for a U.S. Marine Corps Fire and Emergency Services (MARINE CORPS FIRE) approved pumper fire apparatus. A cab over four door commercial or custom chassis shall be provided and equipped with a diesel engine, automatic transmission, right hand drive, with seating for at least five (5). Chassis will be equipped with a single rear axle with four (4) tires and rear wheel drive. The gross vehicle weight rating shall be maximum weight of 34,227 pounds (lbs.) (15,525 kilograms (kg)). The fire truck shall be equipped with a right hand controlled midship mounted single stage fire pump with a water discharge capacity of at least 1,250 gallons per minute (GPM).

The vehicle shall include a 750-gallon (2,839-liter (L)) water tank, three transverse hose beds over the pump, a rear main supply hose bed, equipment compartments, and other loose equipment and accessories as specified.

Note: Vehicle/Equipment and furnished accessories shall comply with Japanese Motor Vehicle Safety Standard in effect on the date of manufacture.

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

1.0 STANDARD FIRE TRUCK COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES:

1.1 Except as specified, fire truck components and accessories are standard commercial items which meet or exceed the requirements of these specifications. All items are represented as rated in this specification.

1.2 All proposals submitted shall include detailed engineering drawings in digital format with the following views: left & right-side views of cab, chassis and body, top view, front view of cab and front bumper details and rear view of body including the hose bed.

1.3 The drawing shall indicate the principle dimensions as a minimum including: overall length, overall height, wheelbase, front bumper to face of cab, center of front wheel to rear of cab, front of body to rear of body and center of rear wheel to rear of back step, width of the apparatus body and all principle compartment dimensions.

1.4 The drawing shall indicate dimensions including the height from the ground to the bottom of the rear hose bed as well as the height from the ground to the bottom of the cross lay hose beds, actual angle of approach and angle of departure.

1.5 The vendor shall also submit a full color lettering striping drawing for Marine Corps Fire approval prior to the lettering and striping work beginning.

1.6 The drawing will become a part of the final contract with the successful vendor and shall be revised after the engineering conference for written approval by Marine Corps Fire prior to construction.

1.7 Each bidder shall supply with their proposal drawings of the left and right-side pump panels showing all intakes, discharges and components for evaluation by Marine Corps Fire. The pump panel drawing must be approved and signed off by Marine Corps Fire prior to construction of the apparatus at the preconstruction conference. The final version of the pump panel instrumentation drawing must match the layout and design of each apparatus and will be confirmed by Marine Corps Fire personnel at the final inspection.

1.8 Marine Corps Fire reserves the right to conduct a 50% inspection at manufacturer’s facility or by video. Final inspection will be conducted at the manufacture’s facility, Marine Corps Fire reserves the right to require a virtual inspection prior to the in person final. Final inspection will include pumping from draft, operation of all systems under load and a road tested fully loaded, covering a continuous run of at least twenty (20) miles, made under average driving conditions. The apparatus shall show no loss of power or overheating. The transmission, drive shafts, front and rear axles, etc.

shall run quietly and be free from abnormal vibration or noise throughout the operating range of the apparatus. Driving test on public road shall be acceptable.

1.9 A manufacturer’s certification of Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) along with the vehicle’s height and width on an engraved nameplate will be affixed to the completed vehicle in view of the driver.

1.10 The front to rear weight distribution of the fully loaded vehicle will be within the limits set by the apparatus manufacturer. The loading conditions include total personnel riding in the cab, any tools mounted, and the manufacturer’s required equipment for the cab.

1.11 The proposal shall include provision for Marine Corps Fire personnel to conduct an engineering conference within 90 days of contract award and a final progress inspection trip to the manufacturer’s facility. Cost for all Marine Corps Fire travel for these two (2) trips shall be the full responsibility of Marine Corps Fire.

1.12 During the final progress inspection Marine Corps Fire personnel will conduct a review of each apparatus covered under this contract including compliance with technical specifications, road, pump and operational testing. Any deficiencies noted during this inspection shall be corrected to the full satisfaction of the Marine Corps Fire prior to delivery without exception. Marine Corps Fire shall at their discretion require a second inspection after vehicle completion, if there are serious deficiencies noted at the initial inspection.

1.13 The completed apparatus must meet NFPA standards, any areas not in compliance with NFPA must be clearly defined and explained.

2.0 MATERIALS:

2.1 Materials used are free from defects which would adversely affect the performance or maintainability of individual components, or of the overall assembly. Materials not specified herein are of the same quality used for the intended purpose in commercial practice.

2.2 Unless otherwise specified, all equipment, material, and articles incorporated in the work covered by these specifications are to be new.

2.3 A permanently mounted engraved plate showing fluid levels and types will be provided in the driver's compartment in easy view. This plate will show the quantity and types of fluid for all chassis, fire pump, air conditioner, and ladder rack components.

2.4 The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) number and Date of Manufacture and contract number.

will be provided on an engraved tag visible from the drivers’ cab area.

3.0 DISSIMILAR METALS:

3.1 Unless protected against electrolysis corrosion, dissimilar metals are not to be used in intimate contact with each other.

3.2 Marine Corps Fire preferers the use of barrier materials and thread treatment compounds – ECK or better -https://www.eckcorrosion.com/.

4.0 DRAIN PLUG:

4.1 All drain plugs installed for the purpose of draining lubricant shall be of the permanent magnetic type.

4.2 Drain plugs are to be accessible or provided with extensions.

5.0 COOLING SYSTEM:

5.1 The cooling system of the engine shall be adequate to maintain a temperature of the coolant in the engine not in excess of the engine manufacturer's maximum temperature rating.

5.2 An auxiliary engine cooler utilizing pump discharge water shall be provided.

6.0 HEAT EXCHANGER:

6.1 Provide an auxiliary heat exchanger, which shall permit delivery of water from the fire pump to the heat exchanger for cooling of the engine liquid coolant without admixture. The discharge water from the heat exchanger is piped into the suction side of the fire pump.

6.2 The size of the heat exchanger discharge line is large enough to eliminate back pressure on the heat exchanger.

6.3 The flow of water from the fire pump to the heat exchanger is controlled by a valve.

6.4 The valve control shall be extended to the fire pump operator's control panel and is specifically identified on the panel in both English and Japanese.

7.0 DRAIN COCKS:

7.1 Water drain cocks shall be installed at the low point of the cooling and heat exchanger systems and at any other points necessary to completely drain the systems.

7.2 The drain cocks are of a type that shall remain closed under the most severe operating conditions to be encountered by the fire truck.

7.3 Drain lines are furnished and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame.

7.4 All drains need to have identification (ID) Plates to show their function.

8.0 RADIO NOISE SUPPRESSOR:

8.1 The fire truck chassis shall be equipped with a radio noise suppressor to suppress electro-magnetic radiation from the fire truck chassis. If chassis meets local regulation ECE R10 the chassis will not need an additional noise suppressor.

9.0 PERFORMANCE:

9.1 The fully equipped fire truck, loaded as specified is capable of the following:

9.2 The service brakes shall control and hold the truck on a 30% longitudinal grade. The service brakes are tested with the truck heading up-grade and also heading down-grade.

9.3 The service brakes shall stop the truck within a maximum of 10.7 meters (m) from a speed of 32 kilometers per hour (km/h) on a dry, smooth, level surface free from loose material.

9.4 The parking brakes shall control the rear wheels and is of the positive wheel park type. The parking brake system shall hold the fully loaded apparatus on at least a 20% grade with the truck heading up-grade and also heading downgrade.

9.5 The truck shall maintain a maximum speed of not less than 80 km/h on dry, level, paved roadway.

9.6 The truck shall maintain a speed of 32 km/h on any grade up to and including 6 percent.

9.7 The truck is subjected to an endurance road test consisting of not less than 50 km over paved road at a maximum speed of not less than 40 km/h.

9.8 During testing there is to be no evidence of body distortion, water leakage, tire and body contact, malfunction of components, or irregular chassis noise, resulting from the test.

10.0 DIMENSIONS OF FIRE TRUCK:

10.1 Maximum overall length 8,500 millimeters (mm) (27 feet 9 inches (in))

10.2 Maximum overall width (w/mirrors) 2,875 mm (9 feet (ft) 4 in)

10.3Maximum overall height 3,400 mm (11 ft 1 in)

10.4 Maximum wheelbase 4,900 mm (16 ft)

11.0 WEIGHT RATING AND DISTRIBUTION:

11.1 The manufacturer’s GVW rating for the fire truck chassis furnishing shall not exceed the manufacturer’s GVW rating when fully equipped as specified.

11.2 The test and evaluation of weight shall include all specified firefighting equipment, serviced with fuel, water, any lubricants, loaded with 750 gallons of water in the water tank, a 1,200 lbs.

simulated load uniformly distributed in the main hose bed, crew of firefighters in cab weighing not less than 165 lbs. each or equivalent deadweight.

11.3 Weight distribution ration between the front and rear axle is as such as to ensure positive traction at the rear wheels and positive steering at the front wheels under all operating conditions specified herein.

11.4 The percentage of GVW at front axle is not less than 25 percent, no more than 45 percent for 4X2. If percentage of GVW at front axle is between 41-45 percent, Contractor is required to submit documentation stating 41-45 percent is in the safe range.

12.0 ENGINE:

12.1 The fire truck engine shall be rated at least 320 horsepower (HP); torque and speed characteristics to satisfactorily meet all mobile and pumping performance requirements specified herein.

12.2 The diesel engine shall have the necessary constant load and endurance characteristics for long pumping operations.

12.3 The diesel engine is a liquid cooled, compression ignition, four stroke cycle engine with not less than six (6) cylinders.

12.4 The fire truck shall meet the mobile and pumping performance requirements specified herein utilizing diesel fuel.

12.5 The engine is fitted with the engine’s manufacturer’s standard or recommended fuel and oil filter system.

12.6 The engine lubrication system shall be the full forced feed type. A full flow type oil filter with by- pass filter shall be furnished.

12.7 An engine governor shall be installed which limits the speed of the engine under all conditions of operation to the speed established by the engine manufacturer, which is the maximum no-load governed speed. The governor shall prevent the engine from exceeding a safe speed.

12.8 The Engine shall meet the Metropolitan and City Diesel Regulations.

13.0 FUEL TANK:

13.1 The fuel tank shall have a minimum of 130 liters capacity.

13.2 The tank and fill piping is so placed as to be protected from mechanical injury.

13.3 The fuel capacity shall be sufficient to allow the engine to drive the pump for 2 and half hours at rated pump capacity at 150 psi (per square inch) (1035 kilopascal (kPa)) net pump pressure.

13.4 The fuel tank shall be located for ease in filling and is provided access door, capped, linked by a vinyl covered stainless steel cord and identified accordingly.

14.0 EXHAUST SYSTEM:

14.1 Exhaust pipe shall be insulated and/or shielded.

14.2 The exhaust system discharge shall be on the opposite side of the fire pump operator's control panel area.

14.3 Installation of a muffler device to change the direction of the exhaust gas is acceptable.

14.4 An adapter shall be provided on the exhaust that matches the installation exhaust capture system

15.0 FRAME:

15.1 The chassis frame material shall be steel, or high strength heat-treated alloy steel of sufficient width, depth and thickness that shall provide the required resistance bending moment to support the intended load.

15.2 When operating the fully equipped and loaded fire truck under conditions specified herein, the frame shall show no evidence of permanent deformation or distortion.

15.3 If available the Marine Corps prefers a galvanized frame, frame liner (if appropriate) and cross members.

16.0 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:

16.1 Fire truck shall be provided with a complete 24V (volt) negative ground starting and lighting system.

16.2 Wiring shall be weatherproof, resistant to moisture and fungus, and color coded or numbered for ready identification. Wire identification is consistent throughout the truck.

16.3Two spare, single pole, minimum 15-amp (ampere) breakers shall be furnished for future radio use.

16.4 The fire truck chassis electrical circuit and the fire truck body electrical circuit are separate circuits.

16.5 The truck electrical circuits, excluding truck chassis electrical circuits, are provided with overload protective devices of the manual or automatic reset, overload circuit breaker type.

16.6 A master electric switch is provided. Master Switch has to be easily noticeable and easily operated by the driver of the pumper. The module is located in instrument panel in the cab.

16.7 Exterior and interior lighting on this vehicle including the headlights shall be light-emitting diode (LED) style as much as possible. (High beam may be halogen lamp if LED not available).

16.8 The fire apparatus manufacturer shall provide the LED light manufacturer and model of each light being proposed.

16.9 Provide one 110V-AC (alternating current) power supply inside of cabin for the use of a lap top PC (personal computer). This outlet can be used for other 110V electrical equipment. The location and size of breaker box has to be approved by MARINE CORPS FIRE at Pre-Construction meeting.

16.10 A 40-amp battery charger with a 20-amp battery saver shall be provided. A display bar graph, indicating the state of charge, shall be provided on the driver’s (right) side of the apparatus cab.

16.11 The battery charger shall be wired to a 100-volt shoreline with manual disconnection and will activate automatically when power is connected; Connection is magnetic and can be easily disconnected.

16.12 The shoreline shall be located near the driver’s side cab door.

16.13 The chassis manufacturer's standard starting system shall be provided.

16.14 An alternator shall be furnished complete with rectifier and regulator. The alternator shall be rated for 150 Amp.

16.15 Provide a 24-volt battery system. Each battery in the system shall not be less than 12V. Two batteries are furnished in a single bank. A cover on the batteries shall be installed to protect them from the elements.

17.0 LIGHTS:

17.1 All lights shall be LED and mounted in such a manner as to prevent being obscured by riding personnel or mounted equipment.

17.2 All metal rims, shells, mounting arms and basis of all exterior lights are chromium plated.

17.3 Stoplights and taillights are mounted at the rear of the body.

17.4 A warning light master switch shall be provided and marked to indicate function

17.5 Individual warning light switches shall be provided for the light bar and any white lights.

17.6 Lighting shall meet Japanese Road traffic laws.

17.7 The following additional lighting shall be furnished and provided overload protection:

17.7.1 Provide One (1) High power LED Search Light to the Captain side of the cab.

17.7.2 Provide One (1) light tower with high powered (LED, 500-watt halogen equivalent) on each side of truck. The light controls are provided beside the pump control panel.

17.7.3 Provide Two (2) adjustable LED hose pick-up lights, with weatherproof secondary switches, mounted on rear handrail supports. The hose pick-up lights should be embedded as much as possible.

17.7.4 Two (2) shielded, LED engine compartment lights, arranged to illuminate each side of the engine, with switch located on the pump panel side.

17.7.5 Provide Two (2) LED automatic backup lights.

17.7.6 Provide Three (3) LED pump compartment lights, arranged to provide non-glare illumination of the compartments and enclosed within a protective housing, with switch mounted on pump control panel.

17.7.7 Provide pump control panel lights, LED type. Three lights on right side panel, and three lights on left side panel with adequate lighting.

17.7.8 Provide Two (2) red LED flashing lights mounted on the rear of the truck.

17.7.9 Provide Two (2) red LED flashing lights mounted on the front of the truck

17.7.10 Provide Two (2) red LED flashing lights on each side of the truck, one light located on the cab between the front and rear cab doors, and one provided over the rear wheels,

17.7.11 Provide LED truck headlights. High beam may be halogen lamp if LED not available.

17.7.12 Provide LED side marker lamps, Red LED light, total four (4), two (2) at each side.

17.7.13 Provide LED spotlights for rear wheel configuration, total two (2), one (1) at each side of the vehicle.

17.7.14 Provide one yellow LED round beacon at the high point of the cab roof switchable in the cab.

17.7.15 The vehicle shall be equipped with a polarized receptacle for fire station charging of battery system. The receptacle is of the recessed male type with a spring-loaded cover; provide a matching female plug. The receptacle is suitably identified in Japanese.

17.7.16 The two (2) ION LED clear flashing lens lights or equivalent on grill shall be provided and must be switched separately through the master switch.

17.8 One (1) full width red waring light bar (LED type) shall be mounted on top of the cab with reinforcement at the point of attachment, on the truck cab in a position offering 360 degrees visibility. The warning light bar shall have a minimum flash rate of 120 flashes per minute. Pods rear and sides will be populated with red LED lights front pods shall include 2 white LED lights.

17.9 All control switches to be suitably identified and shall be provided with a red pilot light indicating the “ON” position. The pilot light to be located in the cab on the instrument panel.

17.10 All warning lights shall meet or exceed Japanese road traffic laws.

17.11 There shall also be a 48-inch long Super LED Traffic Advisor light which shall be recess mounted at the rear of the body below the hose bed. The controller has to be mounted in reach of both driver and captain with easy operations.

Example of Traffic Advisor Light

18.0 HORNS:

18.1 Provide an electric horn of manufacturer's standard type

18.2 Two (2) air horns shall be provided in or below the bumper or in the grille or on the front of the body but shall not be placed on the roof.

18.3 Air horns to be controlled through dual ceiling mounted lanyards

18.4 Air horns shall be 25 inches long.

19.0 SIREN:

19.1 Provide high performance electronic three (3) tone siren with speakers mounted at front exterior of the cab.

19.2 The siren control module shall be on the fire officer's side of the cab.

20.0 BACKUP WARNING DEVICE:

20.1 The fire truck shall be provided with an automatically activated backup signaling/warning device, meeting Japanese Government Standards, to caution personnel when fire truck is in reverse operation.

20.2 A rear vision back-up color camera with sound capability shall be provided at the rear of the body.

20.3 The camera shall be recess mounted or provided with a diamond plate protective shroud.

20.4 The screen shall be installed to the right of the driver’s seat position.

20.5 The final location of these components shall be reviewed and approved by Marine Corps Fire at the preconstruction conference.

21.0 TRANSMISSION & DRIVE LINE:

21.1 Provide an automatic synchromesh transmission which shall provide continuous drive.

21.2 Input torque capacity of not less than the maximum delivered torque of the engine, as developed through the maximum gear train reduction.

21.3 Drive line components shall have continuous duty torque capacity of not less than the maximum delivered torque of the engine, as developed through the maximum gear train reduction.

21.4 Drivelines will be provided with shaft drop guards.

22.0 AXLES & SUSPENSION:

22.1 Axle ratings are at least equal to the load imposed on each axle, with truck loaded to rated

GVW.

22.2 A single- speed rear axle is furnished

22.3 Truck to be equipped with a suspension system with components having a rated capacity at least equal to the load imposed on each member, measured at the ground, with the truck loaded to the

GVW.

22.4 When suspension capacity is rated at the spring pads, un-sprung weight is deducted.

22.5 Double action, heavy-duty shock absorbers shall be provided at the front wheels.

23.0 WHEELS, RIMS, TIRES & TUBES:

23.1 The fire truck shall have front and rear wheel configurations for best possible maneuverability and traction.

23.2 Tires shall be 16 ply, steel belted radial tubeless type with highway tread.

23.3 All tires are of same size and ply rating.

23.4 The rated individual tire capacity at 100 km/h is not less than maximum wheel loading imposed with truck loaded to rated GVW, as cited previously.

23.5 Front wheels are dynamically balanced at simulated speeds up to 100 km/h. 275/70R22.5 148/145J or equivalent performance tires are allowed.

23.6 Based on the individual tire date code the tires can be no more than 18 months old at final inspection.

23.7 A spare rim with spare tire shall be furnished with the vehicle, but not mounted on vehicle.

24.0 SERVICE & PARKING BRAKES:

24.1The service brakes shall be full-air type.

24.2Front brakes shall be disc type with automatic slack adjusters.

24.3The rear brakes shall be cam operated with automatic slack adjusters.

24.4 If a disc brake system is not available, a drum brake system is acceptable provided it meets safety and performance standards.

24.5 Air filters shall prevent brake system contamination.

24.6 Brake operation shall not be subject to excessive fading.

24.7 The truck shall be provided with an Anti-lock braking (ABS) brake system.

24.8 The capacity of the engine driven air compressor shall be sufficient for the intended service.

24.9 The air compressor to be equipped with a governor and the compressor intake shall be properly connected to an air cleaner.

24.10 An air dryer shall be furnished and installed to remove moisture from the air as its compressed.

24.11 Parking brake, independent from the air service brake system shall be provided; mounted so that they can be effective at all times.

24.12 The operating controls of the parking brakes shall independent of the operating controls of the service brakes.

24.13 The parking brakes are capable of meeting the performance requirements specified.

24.14 The parking brake shall control the rear wheels and shall be of the positive, wheel park type.

25.0 This section is not used.

26.0 STEERING MECHANISM:

26.1 The truck shall be equipped with a power assist steering mechanism of hydraulic type.

26.2 The mechanism shall permit manual steering in the event of failure of the hydraulic system and is properly effective at all truck speeds.

26.3 The steering mechanism shall provide for controlling the direction of the fully loaded truck under all operating condition.

26.4 The cramping angle shall not be less than 30 degrees right and left.

26.5 The vendor shall provide actual cramp angles left and right

27.0 CAB:

27.1 The cab shall be a five-person, 4-door type crew cab with the fifth seat (rear center seat being an emergency jump seat).

27.2 The cab shall allow for readily accessible engine maintenance and removal.

27.3 The engine to be insulated against heat and noise but shall allow adequate venting away from personnel.

27.4 Floor to ceiling height inside the crew cab shall be maximized on the basis of total vehicle height.

27.5 The cab windows shall be safety glass and shall be tinted to the maximum tint allowable by traffic regulations.

27.6 The cab shall be welded construction and provide unobstructed seating and head room for a minimum of five personnel fully clothed in firefighting gear.

27.7 Cab seating shall be provided as follows:

27.7.1 Fire officer’s seat and the outboard two (2) rear seats shall be designed to accommodate an air pack.

27.7.2 The center seat in the rear shall be a foldable emergency jump seat without self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bracket.

27.7.3 Driver s eat to be a Non SCBA with suspension.

27.8 Cab doors are of ample size for easy access to the forward compartment and are equipped with auto windows at front doors. (Driver’s and fire officer’s sides.)

27.9 The doors are provided with locks with at least the front driver’s side door equipped with an external key-operator lock.

27.10 The inside door panel for each cab door shall be fully covered with prismatic reflective film, lime yellow/red reflective chevron striping. Striping is placed at a 45-degree slant from the bottom of the window to the bottom of the door and match the rear body chevrons.

27.11 An amber flashing LED light shall be provided and installed in the lower, outboard portion of each door. These lights shall active when the cab door is opened. Final location of these lights shall be reviewed and approved by MARINE CORPS FIRE.

Example of inside of Front Doors LED Lights

Example of inside Rear Doors with LED Lights

27.12 Serrated or non-slip coating stainless steel chromium-plated or aluminum steel handrail shall be provided on each side of the fire truck at each door.

27.13 Handrails shall be positioned at an appropriate height for the firefighters to climb up and down into the cab.

27.14 Provide a step at each cab door entrance. Each step shall have a non-slip tread surface. Each step shall support, without permanent deformation, the weight of a 200 lbs. (90 kg) firefighter in full firefighting gear.

27.15 Each step shall be of maximum width and depth to permit safe entry and exit for firefighter wearing firefighting foot gear.

27.16 The size and shape of steps shall be approved by MARINE CORPS FIRE at Pre-Construction meeting.

27.17 LED flood-spot light shall be installed for better view in the dark.

27.18 A sufficient brightness of LED type dome light shall be provided in both sections of the cab.

27.19 Dual sun visors shall also be provided.

27.20 Head liner shall have access openings for repairs of roof mounted devices.

27.21 All vehicle running lighting supplied shall be LED style. This shall include eight (8) underbody lights, four (4) step lights, pump enclosure light and any other standard lighting supplied.

27.22 The entire front bumper shall be covered with prismatic reflective film, lime yellow/red reflective chevron striping. Striping is placed at a 45-degree slant

27.23 Power outlets for 4 portable radio chargers shall be provided in the cab with location to be determined at Pre-Construction meeting.

27.24 Power outlets for electric accessories such as phone chargers shall installed in the cab at locations to be determined at Pre-Construction meeting.

27.25 Prewire for power and antenna cable will be provided for customer supplied VHF Radio set at location to be determined at Pre-Construction meeting.

28.0 SEATS:

28.1 All seats, front and rear, are upholstered over deep cushions with first grade washable covering, suitable for fire service.

28.2 The driver’s seat is heavy-duty and air operated adjustable or manual operated.

28.3 The rear center seat shall be a foldable emergency jump seat without SCBA bracket.

28.4 All seats shall face to the front of the truck and are provided with 3-point seat belts. Seat belt length is such as to accommodate firefighter wearing firefighting coats, plus back strapped air packs.

28.5 Individual seat backs are padded of suitable width and depth to provide ample seating for firefighter in firefighting coats and back strapped air packs with safety strap to hold breathing air pack in place.

28.6 Seat backs accommodating air packs shall be provided with padded flanges to support and protect the fireman. The back of the seat shall have foam padding to afford protection of the air pack and regulator.

28.7 The cross-member support(s) to the back of the seat shall be adjustable to accept various sizes of air packs, ranging in size equal to but not less than the dimension requirements of the mine safety appliance (MSA) Air-Pack 60-minute units.

28.8 A seat monitor display shall be provided and installed to monitor all cab seats. The system shall include a seat monitor display module, seat belt icon for each seat, all cables, and an alarm silence button, vehicle system warning indicators and LED indicators. Stored data output shall be via a universal serial bus (USB) connector.

29.0 OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS:

29.1 Outside rear-view mirrors are mounted on each side of the cab, ahead of the front doors.

29.2 Mirrors to be fully remote control (main mirror and convex) from the driver’s position

29.3 Mirrors to be heated,

30.0 WINDSHIELD WIPERS:

30.1 Heavy-duty windshield wipers shall be mounted to facilitate clear vision.

30.2 The wipers shall be of such a capacity and coverage as to readily cleanse the windshield of rain, snow, ice, and firefighting agent when used in conjunction with the defrosting system or windshield washer mechanism.

30.3 The wiper arms and blades shall be of sufficient length to clear at least 75% of the windshield area.

30.4 Wiper assemblies include features to permit speed control and return of the wiper blades to a retracted position out of the line of vision when not in use.

30.5 Wipers system to be provided with an adjustable delay or intermittent setting

30.6 Vendor shall power operated windshield washers, equipped with a sufficient capacity plastic container of cleaning fluid.

31.0 HEATER, DEFROSTER & AIR CONDITIONER:

31.1 Enclosed cab shall be equipped with one (1) hot water type heater having fresh air intakes, discharge outlets to floor, and windshield defroster louvers at front cabin.

31.2 Heaters to be equipped with a 24V, electric-motor-driven, two-speed blower controlled by a dash mounted, three-position switch.

31.3 The heater shall not be positioned directly in front of the passenger seat where there would be interference with the feet of the fire officer

31.4 The cab is provided with the maker’s standard commercially available, air conditioner.

31.5 Controls are mounted on a suitable place in the cab. With air outlets in the front and rear cab because of the hot humid summers in Japan.

31.6 A sufficient defrosting, anti-icing and ventilating system shall be provided in the cab.

31.7 Defroster system shall have the capacity to effectively prevent formation of frost in the interior surface of the windshield and front door upper windows and to prevent formation of ice on the exterior surface of the vehicle windshield.

31.8 The system shall also maintain clear vision at least 75 percent of the total area of the same window.

31.9 Hater and defroster shall be equipped with variable controls for air blowers and at least high output setting to be furnished on the cab heating system controls.

31.10 Adequate operating instructions are provided at the heater system control point.

31.11 Cab heater and defroster system control shall be mounted on the instrument panel.

32.0 INSTRUMENT PANEL:

32.1 Instrumentation and controls shall be mounted in the driving compartment and clearly identified and visible to the driver while seated.

32.3 Controls and switches that are expected to be operated by the driver while the apparatus is in motion and are within convenient reach of the driver.

32.4 Controls and instrumentation shall include but not be limited to:

32.4.1 Speedometer

32.4.2 Tachometer

32.4.3 Odometer

32.4.4 Coolant temperature gauge

32.4.5 Engine temperature gauge

32.4.6 Voltmeter

32.4.7 Hazard indicator light

32.4.8 Air pressure gauge with warning lamp and warning buzzer

32.4.9 Turn signal control and indicator lights

32.4.10 Headlight light switch

32.4.11 High beam headlight switch and indicator

32.4.12 Fuel level gauge

32.4.13 Master ignition switch

32.4.14 Heater/defroster controls

32.4.15 Warning lights and siren switches

32.4.16 Power take-off (PTO)-engaged indicator

32.4.17 Hour meter

32.4.18 Oil pressure gauge

32.5 Two (2) LED indicator lights, one (1) red and one (1) amber color shall be provided and located at the cab ceiling in clear view of the driver and officer warning of an open cab or compartment door.

32.5.1One (1) light shall indicate status of doors on the driver's side of the vehicle

32.5.2 One (1) light shall indicate the status of the officer’s side, rear compartment door, ladder rack, and deck gun.

32.5.3 This warning system shall be installed in front of the cab overhead and show the warnings with strobe and buzzer.

33.0 FIRE PUMP:

33.1 The fire pump shall be rated at a minimum of 1,250 GPM (4,731/min) 1,000 GPM (3,785/min (liters per minute)) and be midship mounted and driven by the truck engine.

33.2 The pump shift is a manual push button type with interlock protection.

33.3 The pump shall be a single stage or dual stage- meeting the requirements of NFPA No.1900 and performance requirements cited below(a) to (g).

33.4 An indicator light to be mounted at the pump operator’s control panel and on the cab instrument panel to indicate to the operator that the pump is properly engaged and that it is safe to open the throttle and to initiate pumping mode.

33.5 Controls for changing from road transmission to pump transmission are operable from driver’s position and are identified as to function.

33.6 Controls for pump operation shall be operable from the fire pump operator’s control panel.

33.7 Manual drain cocks are of the water service type and are equipped with positive stops.

33.8 Pump drain lines are furnished and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis.

33.9 Provide pump gear case oil drain separate from the PTO oil drain. To avoid error in operation, the drain shall be installed with a cover.

33.10 If the pump system has an Enhanced Pump Monitor System, the system shall be activated when PTO is engaged.

33.11 The pump, when drafting at a lift of 10 feet with 6-inch suction hose, shall meet NFPA as follows:

33.11.1 Deliver not less than 1,250 GPM (4,731/min (liters per minute)) 1,000 GPM (3,785/min (liters per minute)) at 150 psi (10.5kg/cm2g (kilogram force per square centimeter) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

33.11.2 Deliver not less than 70% (875 GPM or 3,312 l/min) capacity at 200 psi (14.1 kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

33.11.3 Deliver not less than 50% capacity ( 625 GPM or 2,365 l/min) (500 GPM or 1,892 l/min) at 250 psi (17.6 kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

33.11.4 Deliver each flow rate specified above at an additional 10% discharge gauge pressure.

33.11.5 The pump, when dry, take a suction and discharge water within 30 seconds, with a lift of 10 feet, through 20 feet of 6-inch suction hose.

33.11.6 The pumping requirements specified herein shall be accomplished without evidence of overheating, vapor lock, excessive vibration or any other malfunction. High pressure performance is not less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

33.11.7 The pump body shall be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 500 psig (pound-force per square inch) (3450 kPag (kilopascal gauge)) for 10 minutes.

33.11.8 The pump manufacturer shall provide a certificate of completion for the hydrostatic test.

34.0 PRIMING PUMP:

34.1 A Trident air pump primer or equivalent shall be provided with a single push button control on the pump panel.

34.2 Air primer must be installed per Tridents recommendations.

34.3 Air primer to be provided with drains as required.

35.0 SUCTION CONNECTIONS:

35.1 The fire truck shall be provided with three (3) suction connections. Each suction connection shall be equipped with a removable and accessible strainer and blank cap or plug.

35.2 Two (2) 6-inch suction connections with intake ball valve shall be provided, one (1) each side of the apparatus on the pump panel.

35.3 One (1) 2-1/2-inch suction connection is to be provided on fire pump operator’s control panel.

35.4 Each 6-inch suction connection is threaded with American National fire hose coupling thread

(NH).

35.5 A 6” blank cap for each main intake will be provided.

35.6 The 2-1/2-inch suction and direct tank fill connections are of ball cock type equipped with chromium plated female swivels.

35.7 All intake and discharge valves are ¼ turn ball type with self- locking handles.

35.8 The valves are capable of holding a minimum of 150 psi in either direction.

35.9 The valve balls are trunnion mounted corrosion resistant, non-sticking type.

35.10 The valve seats shall not require adjustment and is capable of holding a vacuum of pressure in either direction.

35.11 The valve ball and seats shall be replaceable without disturbing the valve piping.

35.12 The 2-1/2-inch suction valve is to be properly identified as to function and indicate when open or closed.

35.13 All valves are to be operational without the operator having to get under the apparatus.

35.14 All valves are too able to operate individually.

36.0 DISCHARGE CONNECTIONS:

36.1 The fire truck shall be provided with bronze gated discharge connections.

36.2 Each discharge connection shall provide a seat for discharge gaskets and is to be equipped with American National Standard fire hose thread (NH) couplings, with gasket chromium plated discharge caps with a vinyl covered stainless steel retaining cord to prevent loss.

36.3 Each discharge connection is to be provided with a hose discharge pressure gauge located on the fire pump operator’s control panel.

36.4 Two (2) 2-1/2-inch discharge connections are to be provided on each side of the truck (four (4) total).

36.5 Two (2) 2-1/2-inch discharge connections are to be located at the rear of the truck.

36.6 Two, (2) 1-1/2-inch discharge connections are located in the transverse hose beds.

36.7 One (1) 2-1/2-inch discharge connection is to be located in the transverse hose beds.

36.8 One (1) discharge connection is provided to the monitor turret with appropriate piping to flow at least 1250 GPM.

36.9 The discharge all valves shall be trunnion mounted, corrosion resistant and non-sticking type.

36.10 The valve seats shall not require adjustment and be capable of holding a vacuum pressure in either direction.

36.11All valves are of the water service type and are concealed behind the pump compartment panels

36.12 Drains shall discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame.

36.13 Each discharge connection, pressure gauge and drain, shall be identified by a related numbering system as well as function.

36.14 All valves to operate individually.

36.15 All discharge outlets (ball cock type) shall be equipped with valves that can be opened and closed smoothly and readily flows at pump discharge pressure minimum of 250 psig (1724 kPag).

36.16 The flow regulating element of each valve does not change its position under any condition of operation involving discharge pressures to the maximum pressure of the pump.

36.17 The valve ball and seats is replaceable without disturbing the valve piping.

36.18 Each discharge connection is provided with a drain valve of at least ¾ inch inside diameter for draining hose lines with the pump discharge gates closed.

36.19 Any 2 inch (51mm) or larger discharge outlet which is normally located more than 42 inch (1,067mm) above the ground to which hose is to be connected, is supplied with a sweep elbow of at least 30 degrees downward.

36.20 All discharge and inlet caps shall be secured to the vehicle with a vinyl covered stainless steel retention cables.

37.0 AUTOMATIC PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM:

37.1 A pressure control system shall be provided for controlling the pressure from all outlets.

37.2 System shall be capable of running in two (2) modes, pressure and RPM.

37.2.1 Pressure mode will vary the engine RPM to maintain a set pump discharge pressure as the pump discharge rate varies.

37.2.2 RPM mode will hold the engine RPM at a fixed level regardless of pump discharge pressure of flow.

37.3 The location of the pressure control system is such that adjustment can readily be made by the operator when standing in normal position, without the use of tools, and in full view of the discharge pressure gauge.

38.0 BODY:

38.1 The fire truck shall be equipped with a body which incorporates the following:

38.1.1 A fire pump compartment – integrated into the body or stand alone is acceptable.

38.1.2 A fire pump operator’s control panel.

38.1.3 A removable water tank.

38.1.4 Three (3) transverse hose beds.

38.1.5 One (1) main hose bed.

38.1.6 Equipment compartments

38.1.7 A rear platform step.

38.1.8 Foam equipment.

38.1.9 Firefighting equipment.

38.1.10 Extended front bumper with a 1.5 Discharge, with local control of valve. 6 inch Suction, and a hose tray to accommodate minimum 100 Ft. 1.75 hose. 150 Ft. preferable. ( Siren and LED side lights to be mounted on bumper). If feasible when built on a Japanese built Chassis example picture below sec. 56

38.2 The body is to be reinforced at all stress concentration points where equipment and compartments are attached.

38.3 A full circular rear wheel well liner is furnished to protect against dirt and water entry.

38.4 The body shall be of all welded construction.

38.5 Four (4) air bottle compartments shall be provided as follows:

38.5.1Compartmetns shall be located two (2) on the right side and two (2) on the left side of the body.

38.5.2 Each air bottle compartment shall accommodate a SCBA bottle in a V style rack or round shape to accommodate different size air bottles

38.5.3 Polished stainless-steel doors with flush style lift and turn positive latch shall be provided for each SCBA compartment.

38.5.4 Compartments shall be capable of accommodating 60-minute SCBA bottles

38.5.5 Each bottle storage area shall be provided with an orange color retaining strap to hold the bottle in place.

39.0 FIRE PUMP & FOAM TANK COMPARTMENT:

39.1 The fire pump shall be enclosed in the forward portion of body and is self-supporting from the truck frame.

39.2 Pump compartment may be a stand-alone component from the body.

39.3 If the foam tank or any portion of the water tank is positioned over the pump, the tank and tank supports are removable to allow lifting of the pump intact without removing more than the pump suction and discharge fittings.

39.4 The pump compartment shall be constructed to allow for a vertical water supply line to the monitor.

39.5 The area over the pump shall be designed to support a 200 lbs. load, plus the monitor assembly with its related operational forces during agent flow. An opening in the deck plate is to be provided for vertical water supply line to the monitor.

40.0 TURRET MONITOR:

40.1 Provide a manually controlled monitor with a telescopic waterway which rises approx. 18 inches to increase range of operation. TFT Extenda-gun or equal.

40.2 The turret monitor shall be capable of delivering 1,250 GPM. Monitor shall be equipped with its own drain.

40.3 Preferred monitor is the TFT flex with the following components:

40.3.1 1250 GPM automatic nozzle.

40.3.2 Stacked tips with stream shaper.

40.3.3 Portable base with dual 2 ½- inch inlets

41.0 TRANSVERSE HOSEBEDS:

41.1 Three (3) transverse hose beds shall be provided side by side forward of main hose bed over the pump.

41.2 Two (2) beds shall have the capacity of stowing not less than 200 feet of 1-3/4-inch double jacketed, polyester rubber lined fire hose.

41.3 One (1) bed shall have the capacity of stowing not less than 200 feet of 2 ½”-inch double jacketed, polyester rubber lined fire hose.

41.4 Each discharge shall be threaded with American National Fire Hose Thread (NH) and their hose line is supplied by at least 3-inch piping.

41.5 Each hose bed has hose layout openings on the street side and the curbside of the truck.

41.6 The length of each transverse hose bed shall be the full width of pump compartment.

41.7 Each bed shall have sub- floor made from slatted poly-vinyl chloride (PVC).

41.8 Provide drain holes to drain water from the hose bed.

41.9 Each hose bed shall be provided with a center mount swivel type discharge connection to permit hose to be removed from either side of the truck. Provide adequate clearance for making connections to the swivel discharge outlets.

41.10 Discharge gate controls for each hose bed to be located at the pump control panels and be suitably identified.

41.11Stainless-steel rollers shall be mounted horizontally and vertically around each cross-lay hose bed opening.

41.12 A .75-inch bleeder valve shall be provided for each cross-lay – discharge to the ground from below the frame rails.

41.13 Heavy duty box style nylon webbing shall be provided across the ends of three (3) cross-lay hose beds to secure the hose during travel. The netting shall be two (2) piece attached at the ends with stainless steel footman loops with a center Velcro strap with a bottom pull loops. Final design of the hose bed restraint shall be approved by MARINE CORPS FIRE at the preconstruction conference.

Example of webbing hose restraints

42.0 FIRE PUMP OPERATOR’S CONTROL PANEL:

42.1 The fire truck shall be equipped with a fire pump operator’s control panel located on right side of the truck.

42.2 The pump master pressure and intake gauges shall be of the manufacturer’s design and be silicone filled and shall be at the eye level of the pump operator.

42.3 Test gauge taps are to be provided in the same area as the master intake and discharge gauges.

42.4 All gauges and instruments are of high-quality products.

42.5 All suction and pressure gauges shall show both PSI and KPa (Kilopascal)) readings.

42.6 All valve operating handles shall be configured to be push pull and are to be operable by personnel wearing heavy gloves.

42.7 All extended controls and handles are non-interfering and firmly supported.

42.8 Location of the gauges and pump panel layout shall be approved by Marine Corps Fire.

42.9 Panel shall include the following:

42.9.1 Master pump pressure gauge; 0 to 500 psi, 4 inch in diameter.

42.9.2 Master pump suction gauge; 30 inches hg (vacuum) to 150 psi, 4 inch in diameter.

42.9.3 Throttle control for Fire Pumps.

42.9.4 Pressure control.

42.9.5 All pump discharge valve controls.

42.9.6 Tank suction valve control.

42.9.7 Primer (vacuum) pump control.

42.9.8 Switch for illumination of all instruments and controls with non-glare lighting.

42.9.9 Engine coolant temperature gauge.

42.9.10 Heat exchanger valve control.

42.9.11 Individual discharge pressure gauges, 3 inch in diameter.

42.9.12 Water…