Morgan County Fire Rocker RFP 2024_.pdf

150 East Washington Street Office (706)342-0725 Madison, Georgia 30650 Fax (706)343-6450

Morgan County Board of Commissioners

P. O. Box 168 Madison, Georgia 30650

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR

Morgan County Board of Commissioners are seeking bids for Fire Rocker Apparatus.

Proposal Format

The proposal shall be prepared simply and shall be straightforward and concise. The bid packet should include:

• Bid Summary (attached in this packet)

• Acknowledgement of bid amendments, if any

• Contact information for at least 3 references

• Bid Bond equal to 5% of the bid price

• Certificate of Insurance

• E-Verify Affidavit

• Current W-9

• Any other information deemed necessary by bidder to aid in award of RFP

RFP Cost

All costs incurred in the preparation and presentation of responses to the RFP shall be completely absorbed by the respondent. All documents submitted as part of the RFP will become property of Morgan County. Requests for specific material to be returned will be considered.

Binding Offer

Each bid shall constitute a firm offer that is binding for ninety (90) days from the date of the bid opening, unless the bidder takes exception to this provision in writing.

RFP Submission

Companies who wish to respond must submit an original and one electronic copy of the proposal in sealed packages marked “Morgan County Fire Rocker Apparatus”. Fax and e-mail responses are not acceptable.

Responses to the RFP will be accepted until 2:00pm on Friday November 1st, 2024.

Responses must be delivered to: Mr. Mark Williams, Assistant County Manager Morgan County Board of Commissioners 150 E. Washington Street Madison, Georgia 30650

Requests for an extension of this date will not be granted. Any late proposal will not be considered. It is the sole responsibility of the Respondent to ensure that the proposal arrives at the designated location prior to the deadline.

Morgan County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality or technicality and to accept that proposal which, in the judgement of the proper officials, is in the best interest of Morgan County.

Prebid Meeting

There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting on Friday October 18th, 2024 at 10:00a.m at the Morgan County Public Safety Complex, 1380 Monticello Road, Madison GA

30650. The pre-bid meeting will be held at Morgan County Fire Rescue Headquarters, EOC.

Contact

All questions about this RFP and submission requirements must be directed in writing to

Mr. Mark Williams via email at mwilliams@morgancountyga.gov.

Any unauthorized contact shall not be responded to and may result in the disqualification of the responder’s submittal. Answers to questions submitted will be communicated to respondents via email.

mailto:mwilliams@morgancountyga.gov

RFP Amendments

It is the responsibility of respondents to check the Morgan County website for RFP information and amendments.

Non-Collusion

By submitting a proposal, the respondent represents and warrants that no official or employee of Morgan County has an interest, directly or indirectly, in the proposal or in the final contract award. The respondent further understands proposals will be rejected if there is any evidence of collusion with another respondent.

Compliance with Laws

Respondents agree to be bound by applicable Federal, State and Local laws, regulations, and directives.

Qualification & Award Basis

Morgan County reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals or any parts of a proposal wherein its judgment, it will be in the best interest of the County; waive any technicalities/informalities in the RFP document and proposal process; and to qualify and award any or all of this contract in any manner in which Morgan County, acting in the sole and exclusive exercise of its discretion, deems to be in Morgan County’s best interest. Cost will not be the sole factor in the selection process. If no acceptable proposal is received Morgan County also reserves the right to re-solicit proposals, at its sole discretion.

Required Bonds and Insurance

A bid bond equal to 5% of the bid price must be submitted. A certificate of insurance with minimum coverage limits of $1,000,000 general liability, $150,000 automobile liability and statutory limits for worker’s compensation must be submitted. Additionally, upon award of project, the selected bidder shall provide Morgan County with a 100% project value performance and payment bonds.

References

Submission of a response authorizes Morgan County to make inquiries concerning the respondent and its officers to any persons or firms deemed appropriate by Morgan

County.

Completion Inspection

Morgan will periodically conduct inspections during construction. A final inspection will be conducted before accepting the project as complete and processing final payment.

Training

The successful bidder shall provide training for care and maintenance of all installed products and equipment.

SERVICES REQUESTED

Purpose of Request

Morgan County Board of Commissioners are seeking bids for the Morgan County Fire

Rescue Fire Rocker Apparatus. The Fire Rocker is a concept merging the old traditional fire knocker and rescue type vehicle with some brush truck capabilities. This unit is being specifically designed for use on the volunteer side of Morgan County Fire

Rescue. The intension of the spec is to keep the GVWR under 26,000 lbs. so that it may be operated with a Class C GADL. The specifications below address the specific requirements together with certain details as to finish, material preferences, equipment and appliances with which the successful bidder must conform. The bidder shall bear the responsibility of insuring that the elements contained within the specifications are sound, safety conscious, and functional. This RFP will be for the design, build, and delivery of two (2) apparatus. Shop drawings representing the proposed build will be due with bid submission.

Warranty

All bidders shall state the length and terms of warranty of all applicable warranties.

State Delivery Time

The bidder shall estimate the expected delivery date from time of order.

SCOPE OF WORK

Ford Cab & Chassis

Unit shall be installed on a Ford F-750, 2024, 4-door Crew Chassis Cab, dual rear wheels.

• Cab to be Ford Red Race (PQ)

• The wheel base should be 203” wheelbase, Cab to Axle (C.A.) should be 84”

• GVWR: 26,000 lbs.

• GAWR front: To be determined

• GAWR rear: To be determined

The power train should consist of the following:

• 7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas (99N) o Torque: 468 lb.-ft @ 3,750 RPM o Horsepower: 335 hp @ 3, 750 RPM

Ford Warranty:

• 36 months 36,000 miles Basic

• 60 months 60,000 miles Powertrain

• 60 months Unlimited miles Corrosion Perforation

• 60 months 60,000 miles Road Assistance

• 60 months 60,000 miles Road Transmission

• 36 months 36,000 miles Road Accessories

Inside Doors Reflective

All driving and crew compartment doors shall have at least 96 in² of reflective material affixed to the inside of each door.

Rear Crew Cab Buildout

The rear seats in the crew cab shall be removed and replaced with a storage module consisting of two (2) shelves, an aluminum mounting plate, and two (2) glove box holders. The exact design shall be determined prior to construction.

Luverne Grille Guard

A LUVERNE 2" tubular grille guard which wraps to the outside of the headlights shall be installed at the front of the chassis cab. A grille guard to protect the vehicle’s grille area and a headlamp guard to protect the vehicle’s headlamps shall be supplied.

There shall be a winch carrier to mount the winch with a Warn 2” front receiver mounted directly on cab & chassis frame without drilling. A quick connector and battery power lead shall be run to connect the winch. Grill / bumper shall include ground sweep nozzles for brush suppression.

Removable Warn Winch VR EVO 10 Winch (10,000 lbs.)

There shall be a 10,000 lbs. WARN VR EVO 10 removable electric winch. The winch shall have a 0.354” of 90 ft wire rope with a large, latched hook. The wire rope shall be constructed of aircraft wire rope and galvanized to help resist corrosion.

Features of the winch will include a 3-stage planetary gear system for fast line speed, cam action clutch disengages planetary gear system for free spooling and automatic load holding brake for strength and reliability.

A quick connector and battery power lead to connect the winch shall be run for mounting of the winch.

Flat Bed Body

One (1) custom aluminum flatbed body, 144” long x 98’’ wide. The aluminum plate used in construction is .125” polished aluminum alloy treadplate. Flatbed body shall be designed specifically for fire service use.

Body sub-frame is made from 6061-T6 aluminum tubes and channels. Sub-frame crossmembers are installed every 16”. The channel is 1-1/2” wide x 3” high x 3/16” thick. The body crossmembers shall extend the full width to support the compartment framing and shall be welded to the sub-frame main members.

The Body sub-frame main members consist of 6061-T6 Aluminum square tubing of 2” wide x 6” high x 3/16” thick.

Aluminum headache rack and protective cross members shall be installed. The uprights will be angled inward to match the aerodynamic contour of the chassis cab. Headache rack is designed to protect the back of the cab and occupants and also increase the driver rear view and to improve the driving efficiency while driving to an emergency response.

Headache rack must be able to support ladder racks to be mounted on unit.

The perimeter shall be made with 1/8” C-Chanel made of Aluminum.

The body shall be attached to the chassis rails with a minimum of four (4) heavy duty “U” bolts.

The body shall be separated from the chassis by 3/8” Teflon. Attachment of the body and sub-frame will allow the body to resist from all distortion and off-road operational condition.

The body is a modular design to allow removal from the chassis for major repair or mounting on a new chassis. Isolating material between the body and the chassis to be installed

All welding shall be done electrically using 5356 aluminum welding wire.

Rear vertical skirt will be made from 1/8” 3003-H22 polished aluminum alloy treadplate.

Clearance, marker, license plate lights and reflectors will be furnished and installed per D.O.T. Junction box supplied and installed under the flat bed.

License plate light shall be an Eon light with SS polish case that has a light output equivalent to a 10-watt halogen lamp. Eon light to have a 50,000 hrs. LED life.

LED Signal, brake and reverse lights will be High Quality Grote Automotive lights recessed mount into rear aluminum skirt area of body per FMVSS 108 and CMVSS 108 requirements. Light to be LED Oval with chromed housing.

Two (2) LED Amber marker/clearance lights with chrome housing and clear lens will be installed on the front side of the bed, one (1) each side. Two (2) LED Red marker/clearance lights with chrome housing and clear lens will be installed on the rear side of the bed, one (1) each side.

Three (3) LED Red marker/clearance lights with chrome housing and clear lens will be installed at the rear center of the bed. Amber & Red reflectors shall be installed around the perimeter of the bed as per DOT requirement.

Two (2) heavy duty tow eyes shall be installed at the rear of the body (NFPA 1906 requirement).

The tow eyes will be fastened directly to each rear chassis frame rail. Hardware shall have a clear and unobstructed access.

The rear of the flat bed shall have two (2) non-skid rear steps for access to pump and controls.

The rear steps shall be made so it can be folded up for use in rough terrain. All steps shall sustain a minimum static load of 500 lb (227 kg) without deformation (NFPA 1906 & 1901 compliant).

This will be no exception to the body specifications. Pre-built commercial flatbed bodies are not acceptable.

Compartments

All compartments will be made with 1/8” tread plate aluminum sheet.

All compartments shall have a minimum of one (1) louvered panel bolted into a wall to provide the proper airflow inside the compartment.

All compartments shall be of sweep-out type with no lip at bottom edge for easy cleaning.

All door lock mechanisms shall be fully enclosed within the door panels to prevent fouling of the lock in the event equipment inside into the lock area.

Left (Driver) Side Aluminum Compartment (L1-L2-L3)

One (1) 139’’ long x 30’’ high x 18’’ deep aluminum compartment behind the step platform, located at the left (driver) of the water tank.

Three (3) overlap lift-up aluminum compartment doors shall be securely attached to the body with a full stainless-steel hinge. Door openings shall be fitted with solid neoprene weather strip completely sealing the perimeter of the compartment door opening. Lift up doors shall be installed with gas hold open struts. The 1/8’’ compartment doors shall be latched with recessed, polished stainless steel ‘’D’’ ring handles and locks.

The door shall be completed with the following features: door ajar switch and two (2) LED strip lights per door opening.

One (1) switch per door opening shall be installed so the compartment light(s) shall come on only when compartment door is open.

There shall be a set of tracks for future installation of adjustable shelf(s) in each compartment.

These tracks shall be installed vertically on the walls of the compartment(s) and shall offer a multitude of height adjustment possibilities.

The compartment floor will be covered with Plastic Tiles. The tiles shall be black with yellow angled leading edges.

Right (Passenger) Side Aluminum Compartment (R1-R2)

One (1) 104’’ long x 30’’ high x 18’’ deep aluminum compartment behind the step platform, located at the right side (passenger) of the water tank.

Two (2) overlap lift-up aluminum compartment doors shall be securely attached to the body with a full stainless-steel hinge. Door openings shall be fitted with solid neoprene weather strip completely sealing the perimeter of the compartment door opening. Lift up doors shall be installed with gas hold open struts. The 1/8’’ compartment doors shall be latched with recessed, polished stainless steel ‘’D’’ ring handles and locks.

The door shall be completed with the following features: door ajar switch and two (2) LED strip lights per door opening.

One (1) switch per door opening shall be installed so the compartment light(s) shall come on only when compartment door is open.

There shall be a set of tracks for future installation of adjustable shelf(s) in each compartment.

These tracks shall be installed vertically on the walls of the compartment(s) and shall offer a multitude of height adjustment possibilities.

The compartment floor will be covered with Plastic Tiles. The tiles shall be black with yellow angled leading edges.

Left (Driver) Side Storage Ladder Chute

There will be a ladder chute designed to accommodate the following ladders to be carried on the driver side of the unit.

Ladder chute #1 will be mounted directly over the left (Driver) side exterior compartment.

Ladder chute #1 will carry Duo Safety Series 925-A 3 Section 26 ft. Extension Ladder.

Ladder chute #1 will be 25 inches wide, 12 feet long, and 8 inches high. Ladder chute will have mechanical strap to withstand ladders from sliding rearward when vehicle is in motion.

Ladder chute #2 will be mounted directly over ladder chute #1.

Ladder chute #2 will carry Duo Safety Series 300-A 10 ft. to 15ft. Combination Step and Extension Ladder. Ladder chute #2 will be 24 inches wide, 10 feet long, and 6 inches high. Ladder chute will have mechanical strap to withstand ladders from sliding rearward when vehicle is in motion.

Left (Driver) Side Storage Aluminum Hose Tray

One (1) storage Aluminum hose tray shall be supplied and installed on top of left (driver) side ladder chutes.

Dimensions of the storage tray shall be 139” long X 15” wide X 8” high.

Black canvas with snaps shall be installed on top of the storage tray along with rear protective net.

The area shall be designed to prevent the accumulation of water and allow for ventilation to aid in drying hose in the storage area. Black Turtle Tiles to be installed on the floor.

Right (Passenger) Side Storage Ladder Chute

There will be a ladder chute designed to accommodate the following ladders to be carried on the passenger side of the unit.

Ladder chute #3 will be mounted directly over the right (Passenger) side exterior compartment.

Ladder chute #3 will carry Duo Safety Series 1275-FR 8ft. to 16 ft. Folding Roof Ladder.

Ladder chute #3 will be 20 inches wide, 9 feet long, and 8 inches high. Ladder chute will have mechanical strap to withstand ladders from sliding rearward when vehicle is in motion.

Ladder chute #4 will be mounted directly over ladder chute #3.

Ladder chute #4 will carry Duo Safety Series 585-A Folding Ladder. Ladder chute #4 will be 14 inches wide, 12 feet long, and 4 inches high. Ladder chute will have mechanical strap to withstand ladders from sliding rearward when vehicle is in motion.

Right (Passenger) Side Storage Aluminum Hose Tray

One (1) storage Aluminum hose tray shall be supplied and installed on top of right (passenger) side compartment.

Dimensions of the storage tray shall be 104” long X 15” wide X 8” high.

Black canvas with snaps shall be installed on top of the storage tray along with rear protective net.

The area shall be designed to prevent the accumulation of water and allow for ventilation to aid in drying hose in the storage area. Black Turtle Tiles to be installed on the floor.

Rear Storage Compartment

One (1) integrated to the platform compartment with opening 5’’ high x 22’’ wide x 104’’ long for suction hose storage and folding ladders or pike poles. A flip down horizontally hinges door is furnished at the rear. The interior compartment is made from polished 3003-H14 alloy smooth plate. Steel frame underneath Drop-In-Unit shall not be acceptable.

Passenger Side Rear Storage Compartment for Generator

There will be one open compartment on the passenger side rear of the body to accommodate (1) Generac IQ3500 Inverter Generator. The compartment will measure 26 inches x 22 inches x 24 inches high. Length and width of compartment can be oriented as needed. There will be (1) aluminum slide tray to mount (1) Generac IQ3500 Inverter Generator. Tray will have mounting strap for generator and cargo net fastened to rear for containment.

Five (5) Adjustable Shelves

There shall be Five (5) adjustable shelving formed from .125 thick smooth aluminum sheet.

Each shelf shall be fastened to the tracking using four (4) adjustable shelf clips and stainless-steel hardware.

The shelves shall be located as follows:

One (1) in L1

One (1) in R1

One (1) in L2 One (1) in R2 One (1) in L3

Handrail One (1) access handrail shall be provided. Handrail shall be constructed of or covered with a slip-resistant, non-corrosive material. Handrail shall be between 1in. and 1-5/8 in.

in diameter and have a minimum clearance between the handrail and any surface of at least 2 in.

The handrails shall be located as follows:

Quantity Length Location One (1) 24’’ At rear of L3 Compartment

Two (2) Rear Manual Pull-Out Steps

Two (2) Zico manual pull-out steps, model #PS-8-5, shall be installed at the rear of the apparatus.

Wheel Chocks

Medium Kochek Wheel Chocks with storage brackets shall be provided and mounted underneath the flatbed behind the chassis cab.

Rear Mud Flaps

Rear rubber mud flaps are provided. A bracket attached to the side of the muffler pipe end is installed to prevent any damaged that can occur to the mud flap.

Rear Chevron

6” reflective red & yellow chevron stripes shall be applied on the rear skirt of the flatbed.

Electrical Components

A 12-volt electrical system is supply.

The wiring is secured in place, readily accessible and protected against heat, water and physical damage.

Electrical harness lines shall be mechanically attached to the frame or body structure of the apparatus.

All wiring will be run in heat and moisture resistant plastic convoluted split loom.

Electrical harness lines shall be furnished with protective looms, grommets, or other devices at each point where they pass through body panels or structural members or wherever they lie against a sharp metal edge. A through-the-frame connector shall be permitted to be used in place of metal protective looms or grommets.

Switches, relays, terminals, and connectors shall have a direct current (dc) rating of 125 percent of maximum current for which the circuit is protected.

Conductor insulation will conform to S.A.E. requirements. All circuit are protected by automatic reset circuit breakers.

All wiring furnished will conform to the national Electric Code.

All circuits will be wired in conformance with S.A.E. J1292, Automobile wiring standard.

All wiring will be function worded schematically.

An electric diagram will be remit upon delivery.

Console

One fire application custom console installed between seats with rocker switch. To be quickly identified and visible to the driver and passenger while seated, the rocker switches shall be installed on the top face of the console designed with a 40° angle. This area shall be able to hold at least two rows of rocker switch. All switches shall be appropriately identified by panel mounted legends.

The first lighted rocker switch shall be a red Master Optical Warning switch. A master body disconnect automatic switch, normally open contacts, shall be provided to disconnect all electrical loads not provided by the chassis manufacturer. The starter solenoids shall be connected directly to the batteries.

All rocker switches to have a green “On” indicator that is visible from the driver’s position shall be provided.

The console has an area to accommodate department map books, clipboards etc.

The console has an area for one (1) radio heads & Siren installation.

All electrical components like breaker, relays, wiring etc. will be installed inside this customized console and protected with an aluminum box. This console will be design to easily gain access to those breakers, relays, wiring, etc.

Controls and switches that are expected to be operated by the driver while the apparatus is in motion shall be within convenient reach for the driver. Console shall be painted black scratch free Herculiner finish.

Emergency Lighting

One (1) 56” LED Whelen Justice Lightbar, model #JE2NFPA shall be mounted on the chassis cab roof and controlled by one (1) switch on the cab console.

• 4 x Red SUPER LED Corners

• 4 x Red SUPER LED Inner

• 2 x White SUPER LED Inner

• 2 x White Take Down LED

• 1 x White Left alley LED

• 1 x White Right alley LED

For Blocking Right-of-Way Mode of operation, white Super LED Inner lights (2) shall be turned off when the transmission is on Park position. All rearward facing emergency lights shall flash red / amber in Blocking Right of Way Mode.

Mounted on front chassis grill, Two (2) Whelen Ion-T series Super LED, one (1) each side, red with clear lens with a chrome flange.

Mounted on sides of the chassis, Two (2) Whelen Ion-T series Super LED, one (1) each side, red with clear lens with a chrome flange.

Mounted on sides of the apparatus, Four (4) Whelen M4 series Linear Super LED, two

(2) each side, red with clear lens with a chrome flange.

Mounted in the rear of the apparatus, Two (2) Whelen M4 series Linear Super LED, one

(1) each side, red with clear lens with a chrome flange.

All emergency lights shall be connected and controlled by one (1) switch on the cab console.

Siren & Speaker

One (1) Whelen, model #295SLSA1, 100-watt electronic siren amplifier with PA and switch control center shall be provided and installed. Siren shall have wail, hyper-yelp and air horn tones as well as public address and shall be capable of radio rebroadcast.

One (1) Whelen, model #SA315P, 100-watt speaker, shall be provided and mounted on the front bumper with a mounting bracket.

Two (2) Telescopic LED Scene Lights FCA512-V11-ON

Two (2) Fire Research Evolution LED model FCA512-V11-ON top mount push up telescopic lights shall be installed. The lights pole shall be anodized aluminum and have a knurled twist lock mechanism to secure the extension pole in position. The extension pole shall extend 4' and rotate 360°. A round mounting flange shall be provided. Wiring shall extend from the pole bottom with a 4' retractile cord.

Each lamphead shall have four (4) ultra-bright white LEDs. It shall operate at 12 volts DC, draw 7.5 amps, and generate 11,000 lumens. The lamphead shall direct 50 percent of the light onto the action area while providing 50 percent to illuminate the working area.

The lamphead angle of elevation shall be adjustable at a pivot in the mounting arm and the position locked with a round knurled locking knob. The lamphead shall incorporate heat-dissipating fins and be no more than 5 3/16" deep by 3 5/16" high by 7 5/8" wide.

The lamphead and mounting arm shall be powder coated white.

An On/Off switch shall be installed on each lamp.

The scene lights shall be installed at the front of the apparatus, one (1) on each side.

Three (3) Rear LED Scene Lights

Three (3) 1,100 lumensTecNiq swivel LED scene flood lights, model #P04-WBFP-1 shall be supplied and two (2) installed on the top of the water tank facing rear and connected to a switch in the pump panel at the rear.

Two (2) Rear Step Lights

Two (2) Whelen PEL2C lights shall be installed on the rear flatbed section, one (1) on each side and connected to a switch in the cab console.

Ten (10) Ground lights

Four (4) ground lights shall be installed at the entry of the cab, Two (2) on each side.

Two (2) ground lights shall be installed below L1-R1, one (1) on each side.

Two (2) ground lights shall be installed below rear side of the apparatus, one (1) on each side.

Two (2) ground lights shall be installed below the rear steps, one (1) on each side.

These ground lights will be illuminated at any time the parking brake is activated.

Lights shall be white oval LED with bracket.

Compartment Lights Switches

One (1) switch per compartment shall be installed so the compartment light(s) shall come on only when compartment door is open.

Door Ajar

One (1) door ajar warning light shall be provided and installed in the console to indicate an open compartment door. The light shall be properly marked with a sign “Warning Door Ajar”.

Back-Up Alarm

One (1) back-up alarm that meets the type D (97 dBA) requirements of SAEJ994 shall be provided at the rear of the apparatus. It will activate when the transmission is placed in reverse.

CET Fire Pumps Mfg. Drop-In-Unit

Tank

The water tank shall be constructed of 1/2" thick polypropylene sheet. The material shall be of a certified, high quality, non-corrosive, stress relieved thermos plastic and black in color with a textured finish. The skid type booster tank shall be of a standard configuration and shall be so designed to have complete modular slide in capability. All joints and seams are to be fully welded and electronically tested for maximum strength.

The unit shall incorporate transverse partitions manufactured for 1/2" polypropylene which shall interlock with a series of longitudinal partitions constructed of 1/2" polypropylene. All swash partitions shall be so designed to allow for maximum water and air flow between compartments and are fully welded to each other as well as to the inside of the tank.

The rear side wall of the tank shall have a standard built in Clear sight gauge tube 1/2" diameter.

Tank will be baffles in accordance with NFPA bulletin 1906 requirements, latest version.

Fill tower and tank cover

The tank shall be equipped with a combination vent/overflow and manual fill tower. The fill tower shall be an 8" round by 6" high with a molded drop-on type cover. The cover shall be attached to the tower with a rope to prevent loss. The tower shall be located in the right rear corner of the tank. There shall be a vent / overflow installed inside and to the extreme rear of the tower approximately 2" down from the top. This vent / overflow shall be of a standard schedule 40 polypropylene pipe with minimum ID of 3". The vent / overflow shall be piped internally and exit out at the passenger side tank wall with a 1" extension past the wall.

The tank cover shall be constructed of 1/2" thick polypropylene, black in color, UV stabilized.

Tank Capacity

The tank shall have a capacity of 800 U.S. gallons of water. The tank shall be covered by the ALL-OUT No-Fault Life Time Warranty.

Sump

There shall be one (1) sump as standard per tank. The sump shall be integral to the tank floor and be a minimum of 1/2" deep recessed into the floor. The sump shall not be visible from or protrude through the bottom of the tank.

Tank Outlets

There shall be two standard tank outlets located in the same vertical plane on the driver side rear wall of the tank. One (1) 2-1/2" female NPT tank to pump suction fitting and one (1) 1-1/2" female NPT tank fill fitting with flow deflector

3/4" Tank Drain

There shall be a 3/4" tank drain to the rear right side of the tank with a plug.

Skid Base

There shall be a full width skid base manufactured of 3/4" polypropylene welded to the tank.

This base shall be 60" wide by 133" long and shall extend 34" past the tank in the rear to allow for pump mounting.

Mounting

The Drop-In-Unit shall be mounted in a manner that allows access to the engine, pump, and auxiliary systems for routine maintenance. The Drop-In-Unit shall not be welded or otherwise permanently secured to other components.

The mounts shall allow for the skid to be secured directly to a truck bed without the need for any skid frame work underneath.

CET Fire Pump, PFP-20hpHND-MR

The pump shall be a CET DI-PFP-20hpHND-MR single stage centrifugal pump, bolted directly to the engine, with a 2.5" Victaulic suction inlet, and a 1.5" flange discharge outlet.

The volute and pump head shall be a lightweight, high strength, seawater resistant, aluminum alloy. The impeller shall be a bronze enclosed type for maximum efficiency, fully machined and balanced. The engine crankshaft shall serve as the pump shaft, with the impeller mounted directly on the crankshaft. The shaft seal shall be self-adjusting, self-lubricating, and mechanical type.

The pump piping shall be flexible to prevent any breakage caused by vibration.

The pump shall be capable of a maximum discharge volume of 275 GPM. at 50 PSI, and a maximum discharge pressure of 200 PSI while pumping 55 GPM.

The performances are based on a maximum altitude of 500ft and any higher elevation will lower the pump performance. The standard engine performance drops 3% every 1000 ft.

Engine

The pump shall be driven by a 4-stroke Honda gasoline powered, 20 horsepower engine.

The engine shall be air-cooled, 12-volt electric start.

The engine shall be connected to the battery of the chassis cab and shall be connected to the fuel tank of the chassis cab with a low-pressure 12VDC fuel pump.

Pump Controls

A control panel shall be supplied and installed on the pump. The controls shall consist at a start switch, throttle and choke cable controls, hour meter, 2.5" diameter discharge pressure gauge and a work light.

Exhaust Primer

The pump engine shall be equipped with a quieter exhaust venturi type primer capable of 15’ – 20’ lift for fast positive priming. The control for the primer shall be capable of being operated by a person operating controls at the primary pump operator’s position.

Plumbing and Valves

Intake and discharge piping shall not interfere with the routine maintenance of the pump, engine, or auxiliary systems and shall not unduly restrict the servicing of these components.

Stainless Steel Suction Piping – 2-1/2" - Two (2) Fire Type Swing-Out Valves

All piping on the suction side shall be made of stainless steel (welded joints) painted red.

The suction piping, the pump and the discharge shall be tested to 400 PSI.

The suction piping shall consist of a 2-1/2" tank to pump line with a 2-1/2" flexible rubber hump hose to minimize flex and vibration between the pump and the tank.

Between the tank and the pump there shall be a 2-1/2" fire type swing-out valve. This valve shall remain open to pump from the tank.

This pipe shall have a tee into the suction side of the pump and shall continue to the rear of the truck for overboard suction where there shall be an additional 2-1/2" fire type swing-out valve.

The overboard suction connection shall have a 2-1/2" NH (NST) male adapter and a 2- 1/2" NH (NST) female cap with retaining cable.

To draft, the tank to pump valve shall be closed, a suction hose connected to the overboard suction connection and placed in a static water supply, and the primer activated.

Tank to Pump “T” Handle Control

Attached to the handle of the fire grade tank to pump valve shall be a "T" handle control / rod that shall extend to the end of the pump platform to allow for ease of use to open / close the fire grade tank to pump valve.

Stainless Steel Discharge Piping

All piping shall be stainless steel piping or high-pressure flexible hose. A 2.5" X 2.5" square stainless-steel manifold shall be piped directly to the discharge outlet of the pump.

Attached to this discharge manifold, by means of welded stainless-steel pipe nipples, shall be all the discharge valves. All piping shall be painted red to match the pump.

The discharge shall be equipped with a drain valve at the lowest point.

Winterization Air Inlet

A quick connector air inlet for winterization shall be installed on the discharge manifold.

1" Tank Fill

There shall be a 1" valve piped from the discharge manifold as a means for refilling the tank.

The valve shall be a fire type quarter turn swing-out valve handle and 1" NPT threads, and shall be connected to the tank fill port by 1" high pressure flexible hose.

Garden Hose Discharge to Rear

There shall be a standard garden hose valve piped from the manifold of the pump. The valve shall be an industrial quarter turn valve with handle and ¾” threads.

One (1) 1" Discharge to Rear

There shall be one (1) 1" valve piped from the discharge manifold to the rear of the truck for connection of forestry hose. The valve shall be a fire type quarter turn swing-out valve with 1" NH (NST) threads. The valve shall be furnished with a 1" NH (NST) cap and chain.

One (1) 1-1/2" Discharge to Rear

There shall be one (1) 1.5" valve piped from the discharge manifold to the rear of the truck for connection of forestry hose. The valve shall be a fire type quarter turn swing-out valve with 1-1/2" NH (NST) threads. The valve shall be furnished with a 1-1/2" NH (NST) cap and chain.

One (1) 2-1/2" Discharge to Rear

There shall be one (1) 2-1/2" valve piped from the discharge manifold to the rear of the truck.

The valve shall be a fire type quarter turn swing-out valve with 2-1/2" NH (NST) threads.

The valve shall be furnished with a 2-1/2" NH (NST) cap and chain.

One (1) 1" Discharge to Booster Reel

There shall be 1" valve piped from the discharge manifold to the booster reel. The valve shall be a fire type quarter turn swing-out valve handle and 1" NPT threads and shall be connected to the reel by 1" high pressure flexible hose.

Lettering and Striping

Chevron striping shall be installed on the rear body panel of the apparatus.

A 4" reflective stripe shall be provided around the perimeter of the vehicle.

Reflective lettering shall be provided on the apparatus. The exact layout shall be determined prior to construction.

Equipment (For Build Reference Only) Morgan County will furnish all equipment to be placed on the truck. This is for design reference only. The Rocker will carry the following equipment for service company credit.

Duo Safety 8ft – 16ft folding roof ladder Duo Safety 3 Section 26ft. Extension Ladder Duo Safety 10ft. to 15ft Combination Ladder Duo Safety 10ft. Folding Roof Ladder

(2) 3ft. Pike Pole or Plaster Hook

(4) 6ft. Pike Pole or Plaster Hook

(4) Flashlights

(1) Electric Chainsaw

(1) Electric Circular Saw

(1) Electric Smoke Ejector

(1) Battery Powered Flood Light (500Wt / 10K Lumens)

(1) 3000 KW Generator or Mini Generator Flood Light

(6) 12 x 14 Salvage Covers

(4) SCBA

(4) SCBA cylinders

(1) Genesis 19C-SLi Combination Tool 200 Feet 3” Supply Hose 200 Feet 1 ¾ Attack Hose 400 Feet 1 Inch Forestry Hose

Testing

The pump shall be tested after the pump and all its associated piping and equipment have been installed on the fire apparatus. The tests shall be conducted at the manufacturer’s approved facility.

The testing shall include at least the pumping tests, the priming device test, the vacuum test.

The water tank-to-pump flow teat, and the piping integrity test.

Evaluation Procedures

An evaluation team will evaluate proposals submitted. Each proposal will be evaluated for full compliance with the RFP instructions to the Respondent and the requirements set forth within the RFP document. Proposals will be evaluated on criteria will include

1. Compliance with specifications detailed in RFP.

2. Warranties included

3. Estimated delivery date

4. Price

MORGAN COUNTY BID SUMMARY

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