Japanese_Pumper_synopsis_solicitation.docx

(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(ii) The solicitation number N40084-19-T-0029 is listed as a competitive request for quotation (RFQ) as Command Navy Region Japan (CNRJ) Fire Department has tasked NAVFAC Far East Yokosuka, Japan with the procurement of one Japanese Pumper Apparatus.

(iii) The solicitation and incorporated provisions and clauses are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-43.

(v) Contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN) are as follows. Provide separate pricing for each CLIN as listed below:

CLIN 0001

U.S. Navy Fire and Emergency Services Technical Specifications for Commercial Chassis Right Hand Drive 4X2, 1000 GPM Pumper

A. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This specification is for an NF&ES approved diesel driven fire truck, with an automatic transmission, right hand drive two-wheel front, four-wheel on single rear axle, with a minimum five-person, four-door crew cab. The gross vehicle weight rating shall be maximum weight of 34,171 lbs. (15,500 kg). The fire truck shall be equipped with a minimum water discharge capacity of 1,000 GPM, two- stage or three-stage fire pump, mid-ship mounted and driven by the vehicle engine. The vehicle shall include a 750 gallon (2,839 L) water tank and minimum of a 40 gallon (151 L) foam liquid tank, three transverse hose beds, a main supply hose bed, one right side operator's control panel for the fire pump, equipment compartments, foam system and other such equipment and accessories as specified herein.

(a) Quantity: 1 each.

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

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B. VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

1. STANDARD FIRE TRUCK COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

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.

a. All proposals submitted shall include detailed engineering drawings with a minimum size of A3 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.

b. 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.

c. 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. The vendor shall also submit a lettering striping drawing for CNIC approval prior to the lettering and striping work beginning.

d. 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 NF&ES prior to construction.

e. 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 NF&ES. The pump panel drawing must be approved and signed off by Navy F&ES 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 NF&ES personnel at the final inspection.

f. Each piece of apparatus covered under this contract shall be subject to a final progress inspection at the manufacturer’s location by NF&ES. The apparatus shall be road tested fully loaded, covering a continuous run of 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 accepted.

g. A manufacturer’s certification of GVWR and 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. 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.

h. The proposal shall include provision for NF&ES 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 NF&ES travel for these two (2) trips shall be the full responsibility of NF&ES.

i. NF&ES personnel during the final progress inspection 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 NF&ES prior to delivery without exception. NF&ES shall at their discretion require a second inspection after vehicle completion, if there are serious deficiencies noted at the initial inspection.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

2. MATERIALS

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

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, generator and ladder rack components.

USN and Navy Equipment Code (EC) number (7321-01 RHD), VIN number and Date of Manufacture and contract number. USN identification number will be provided by NF&ES at the preconstruction conference.

Offeror Agrees YES NO

3. DISSIMILAR METALS

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

4. DRAIN PLUG

All drain plugs installed for the purpose of draining lubricant shall be of the permanent magnetic type. Offeror Agrees: YES NO

5. COOLING SYSTEM

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.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

6. HEAT EXCHANGER

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. The size of the heat exchanger discharge line is large enough to eliminate back pressure on the heat exchanger. The flow of water from the fire pump to the heat exchanger is controlled by a valve. The valve control extended to the fire pump operator's control panel, and is specifically identified on the panel in both English and Japanese.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

7. DRAIN COCKS

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. The drain cocks are of a type that shall remain closed under the most severe operating conditions to be encountered by the fire truck. Drain lines are furnished and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

8. RADIO NOISE SUPPRESSOR

The fire truck chassis shall be equipped with a radio noise suppressor to suppress electro-magnetic radiation from the fire truck chassis.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

9. PERFORMANCE

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

a) 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.

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

c) 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.

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

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

f) 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. There is no evidence of body distortion, water leakage, tire and body contact, malfunction of components, or irregular chassis noise, resulting from the test.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

10. DIMENSIONS OF FIRE TRUCK

11. WEIGHT RATING AND DISTRIBUTION

The manufacturer’s GVW rating for the fire truck chassis furnishing shall not exceed the manufacturer’s GVW rating when fully equipped as specified herein, the test and evaluation including all specified firefighting equipment, serviced with fuel, water, any lubricants, loaded with 750 gallons of water in the water tank, minimum of 40 gallons of foam in the foam 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. 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. The percentage of GVW at front axle is not less than 25 percent, nor more than 50 percent for 4X2.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

12. ENGINE

The fire truck engine shall be rated at least 300 HP; torque and speed characteristics to satisfactorily meet all mobile and pumping performance requirements specified herein. The diesel engine shall have the necessary constant load and endurance characteristics for long pumping operations. The diesel engine is a liquid cooled, compression ignition, four stroke cycle engine with not less than six (6) cylinders. The fire truck shall meet the mobile and pumping performance requirements specified herein utilizing diesel fuel. The engine is fitted with the engine’s manufacturer’s standard or recommended fuel and oil filter system. The Engine shall meet the Metropolitan and City Diesel Regulations.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

13. LUBRICATION SYSTEM

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

14. GOVERNOR

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.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

15. FUEL TANK

The fuel tank shall have a minimum of 130 liters capacity. The tank and fill piping is so placed as to be protected from mechanical injury. 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 (1035kPa) net pump pressure. The fuel tank shall be located for ease in filling and is provided with spring loaded access door, capped, linked by a vinyl covered stainless steel cord and identified accordingly.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

16. EXHAUST SYSTEM

Exhaust pipe shall be insulated and/or shielded. The exhaust system discharge is directed away from the fire pump operator's control panel areas.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

17. FRAME

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.

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

18. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

a. Fire truck shall be provided with a complete 24V negative ground starting and lighting system. Wiring shall be weatherproof, resistant to moisture and fungus, and color coded or numbered for ready identification. Wire identification is consistent throughout the truck. Two spare, single pole, minimum 15 amp breakers shall be furnished for future radio use. The fire truck chassis electrical circuit and the fire truck body electrical circuit are separate circuits. 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. A master electric switch is provided. The module is located in instrument panel in the cab. All exterior and interior lighting on this vehicle including the headlights shall be LED style, the fire apparatus manufacturer shall provide the LED light manufacturer and model of each light being proposed. NOTE: Provide one 110V-AC power supply inside of cabin for the use of a lap top PC. This outlet can be used for other 110V electrical equipment.

b. A 40 amp United States compatible 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. The battery charger shall be wired to a 100-volt shoreline with auto eject and will activate automatically when power is connected. The shoreline shall be located behind the driver’s side cab door.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

19. STARTING SYSTEM

The chassis manufacturer's standard starting system shall be provided. Offeror Agrees: YES NO

20. ALTERNATOR

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

21. BATTERY SYSTEM

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.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

22. LIGHTS

All lights shall be mounted in such a manner as to prevent being obscured by riding personnel or mounted equipment. All metal rims, shells, mounting arms and basis of all exterior lights are chromium plated.

Stoplights and taillights are mounted at the rear of the body. All warning lights shall operate off a single switch mounted on the cab instrument panel and is marked to indicate function. Shall meet Japanese Road traffic laws. The following additional lighting shall be furnished and provided overload protection:

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

b) Provide Two (2) adjustable LED hose pick-up lights, with weatherproof secondary switches, mounted on rear handrail supports.

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

d) Provide Two (2) LED automatic backup lights.

e) 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.

f) Provide pump control panel lights, LED type. Five lights on right side panel, and three lights on left side panel.

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

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

i) 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,

j) Provide LED truck headlights.

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

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

m) Provide one amber LED round beacon at the high point of the cab roof switchable in the cab.

n) 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.

o) Whelan ION LED clear lens lights on grill shall be provided, and must be tied to the transmission so that when it is placed in neutral with air brake activated they must turn off.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

23. WARNING LIGHT BAR

a. One (1) warning red lamp (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 80 flashes per minute. Provide a single control for the roof mounted warning light bar(s) and other warning lights described. The control switch 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. All pods front, rear and sides will be populated with red LED lights. Shall meet Japanese road traffic laws.

b. 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.

Example of Traffic Advisor Light Offeror Agrees: YES NO

24. HORN

Provide an electric horn of manufacturer's standard type as well as air horns in or below the bumper or in the grille but shall not be placed on the roof.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

25. SIREN

Provide high performance electronic three tone siren with speakers mounted at front exterior of the cab. The siren control module shall be on the fire officer's side of the cab.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

26. BACKUP WARNING DEVICE

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. There shall also be a rear vision back-up color camera with sound capability shall be provided at the rear of the body. The camera shall be recess mounted or with a diamond plate protective shroud (see below), with the screen installed to the right of the driver’s seat position. The final location of these components shall be reviewed and approved by NF&ES at the preconstruction conference.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

27. TRANSMISSION

Provide an automatic synchromesh transmission which shall provide continuous drive. Input torque capacity of not less than the maximum delivered torque of the engine, as developed through the maximum gear train reduction.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

28. DRIVE LINE COMPONENTS

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.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

29. AXLES

Axle ratings are at least equal to the load imposed on each axle, with truck loaded to rated GVW. A single speed rear axle is furnished.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

30. SUSPENSION

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. When suspension capacity is rated at the spring pads, un-sprung weight is deducted. Double action, heavy-duty shock absorbers shall be provided at the front wheels.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

31. WHEELS, RIMS, TIRES AND TUBES

The fire truck shall have front and rear wheel configurations for best possible maneuverability and traction. Tires shall be 16 ply, steel belted radial tubeless type with highway tread. All tires are of same size and ply rating. 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. Wheel and tire assemblies are balanced. Front wheels are dynamically balanced at simulated speeds up to 100 km/h. 275/70R22.5 148/145J or equivalent performance tires are allowed.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

32. SPARE WHEEL

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

33. SERVICE BRAKES

The service brakes shall be full-air type. Front brakes shall be disc type with automatic slack adjusters. The rear brakes shall be cam operated with automatic slack adjusters. Air filters shall prevent brake system contamination. Brake operation shall not be subject to excessive fading. The truck shall be provided with an ABS brake system.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

34. BRAKE SYSTEM AIR COMPRESSOR

The capacity of the air compressor shall be sufficient for the intended service. The air compressor to be equipped with a governor and the compressor intake shall be properly connected to an air cleaner. An air dryer shall be furnished and installed to remove moisture from the air.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

35. PARKING BRAKES

Parking brake, independent from the air service brake system shall be provided; mounted so that they can be effective at all times. The operating controls of the parking brakes shall independent of the operating controls of the service brakes. The parking brakes are capable of meeting the performance requirements specified. The parking brake shall control the rear wheels and shall be of the positive, wheel park type.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

36. STEERING MECHANISM

The truck shall be equipped with a power assist steering mechanism of hydraulic type. The mechanism shall permit manual steering in the event of failure of the hydraulic system, and is properly effective at all truck speeds. The steering mechanism shall provide for controlling the direction of the fully loaded truck under all operating condition. The cramping angle shall not be less than 30 degrees right and left.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

37. FRONT BUMPER AND TOWING DEVICE

A heavy duty, full width, front bumper with a minimum of one (1) tow hooks provided at the front of the truck rated at 9000 lbs. The entire front bumper shall be covered with an approved lime yellow/red reflective chevron striping.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

38. CAB

The cab shall be a five-person, 4-door type crew cab. The cab shall allow for readily accessible engine maintenance and removal. The engine to be insulated against heat and noise, but shall allow adequate venting away from personnel. Floor to ceiling height inside the crew cab shall be maximized on the basis of total vehicle height. The cab shall have tinted windows to the maximum tint allowable by traffic regulations.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

39. CAB CONSTRUCTION

a. The cab shall be welded construction and provide unobstructed seating and head room for a minimum of five personnel fully clothed in firefighting gear. In the forward section of the cab, seats are provided. Fire officer’s seat and three rear passenger seats are designed to accommodate an air pack. 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.) The doors are provided with locks with at least the front driver’s side door equipped with an external key-operator lock. The inside door panel for each door shall be fully covered with reflective chevron stripping from the bottom of the window to the bottom of the door and match the rear body chevrons. 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 NF&ES.

Example of inside of Front Doors LED Lights

Example of inside Rear Doors with LED Lights

b. Serrated stainless steel chromium-plated handrail shall be provided on each side of the fire truck at each door. 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. Each step shall be of maximum width and depth to permit safe entry and exit for firefighter wearing firefighting foot gear. Tinted safety glass shall be provided throughout the cab. A sufficient brightness of LED type dome light shall be provided in both sections of the cab. Dual sun visors shall also be provided. Head liner shall have access openings for repairs of roof mounted devices.

c. 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.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

40. SEATS

a. All seats, front and rear, are upholstered over deep cushions with first grade washable covering, suitable for fire service. The driver’s seat is heavy-duty and air operated adjustable. 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. 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. 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. 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 MSA Air-Pack 60 minute units.

b. 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 USB connector. Offeror Agrees: YES NO

41. OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS

Outside rear view mirrors (convex) (remote controlled and heated) are mounted on each side of the cab and left mirror to be retracted from switch inside of cab.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

42. WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Heavy-duty windshield wipers shall be mounted to facilitate clear vision. 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. The wiper arms and blades shall be of sufficient length to clear at least 75% of the windshield area. 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.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

43. WINDSHIELD WASHERS

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

44. HEATER, DEFROSTER AND AIR CONDITIONER

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

b. The cab is provided with the maker’s standard commercially available, air conditioner. Controls are mounted on a suitable place in the cab. Provide additional air outlets in the rear cab because of the hot humid summers in Yokosuka Japan.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

45. DEFROSTING, ANTI-ICING, AND VENTILATING

A sufficient defrosting, anti-icing and ventilating system shall be provided in the cab. This 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. The system shall also maintain clear vision at least 75 percent of the total area of the same window.

46. CONTROLS

Provide variable controls for air blowers and at least high output setting to be furnished on the cab heating system controls. Adequate operating instructions are provided at the heater system control point. Cab heater and defroster system control shall be mounted on the instrument panel.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

47. INSTRUMENT PANEL

The following instrumentation and controls shall be mounted in the driving compartment and clearly identified and visible to the driver while seated. 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.

a) Speedometer

b) Tachometer

c) Odometer

d) Coolant temperature gauge

e) Engine temperature gauge

f) Voltmeter

g) Hazard indicator light

h) Air pressure gauge with warning lamp and warning buzzer

i) Turn signal control and indicator lights

j) Headlight light switch

k) High beam headlight switch and indicator

l) Fuel level gauge

m) Master ignition switch

n) Heater/defroster controls

o) Warning lights and siren switches

p) PTO-engaged indicator

q) Hour meter

r) Oil pressure gauge

s) 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. One (1) light shall indicate status of doors on the driver's side of the vehicle and the other light shall indicate the status of the officer’s side, rear compartment door, ladder rack, and deck gun.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

48. FIRE PUMP

The fire pump shall be rated at a minimum of 1,000 GPM (3,785L/min) mishap mounted and driven by the truck engine. The pump shift is a manual push button type with interlock protection. The pump shall be a two staged or three staged centrifugal type meeting the requirements of NFPA No.1901 and performance requirements cited below(a) to (g). 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. Controls for changing from road transmission to pump transmission are operable from driver’s position and are identified as to function. Controls for pump operation shall be operable from the fire pump operator’s control panel. Manual drain cocks are of the water service type and are equipped with positive stops. Pump drain lines are furnished and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis. Provide pump drain separately from the PTO. The pump, when drafting at a lift of 10 feet with 4-1/2 inch suction hose, shall:

a) Deliver not less than 1,000 gpm (3,785L/min) at 150 psi (10.5kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

b) Deliver not less than 700 gpm (2,649L/min) at 200 psi (14.1 kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

c) Deliver not less than 500 gpm (1,892L/min) at 250 psi (17.6 kg/cm2g) discharge pressure at less than the maximum governed speed of the engine.

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

e) The pump, when dry, take a suction and discharge water within 30 seconds, with a lift of 10 feet, through 20 feet of 4-1/2 inch suction hose.

f) 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.

g) The pump body shall be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 500 psig (3450 kPag) for 10 minutes. The pump manufacturer shall provide a certificate of completion for the hydrostatic test.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

49. PRIMING PUMP

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

50 .SUCTION CONNECTIONS

The fire truck shall be provided with four (4) suction connections. Each suction connection shall be equipped with a removable and accessible strainer. Two (2) 4 inch suction connections with ball valve is located, one (1) each on both sides of the fire pump operator’s control panel. Two (2) 2-1/2 inch suction connections are provided, one (1) each on both side of the fire pump operator’s control panel. One (1) 2-1/2 inch suction connection (water tank filler) is provided on right side rear tire wheel well to the booster water tank for use a direct supply connection. Each 4 inch suction connection provides a seat for suction hose connection hose gaskets and is threaded with American National fire hose coupling thread (NH). The two (2)2-1/2 inch suction connections are of ball cock type equipped with chromium plated. Valves are ¼ turn ball type with self-locking handles. The valves are capable of holding a minimum of 150 psi in either direction. The valve balls are trunnion mounted corrosion resistant, non-sticking type. The valve seats shall not require adjustment and is capable of holding a vacuum of pressure in either direction. The valve ball and seats shall be replaceable without disturbing the valve piping. Each 2-1/2 inch suction valve is properly identified as to function and indicate when open or closed. The valve is operational without the operator having to get under the apparatus. All valves are able to operate individually.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

51. DISCHARGE CONNECTIONS

a. The fire truck shall be provided with bronze gated discharge connections. Each discharge connection shall provide a seat for discharge gaskets and is 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. Each discharge connection is provided with a hose discharge pressure gauge located on the fire pump operator’s control panel. Two, (2) 2-1/2 inch discharge connections is located on each side of the truck. One, (1) 2-1/2 inch discharge connection is located at the rear of the truck. Three, (3) 1-1/2 inch discharge connections are located at the transverse hose beds. One (1) discharge connection is provided to the monitor turret with appropriate piping to flow 1000 GPM. The valve ball shall be trunnion mounted, corrosion resistant and non-sticking type. The valve seats shall not require adjustment and is capable of holding a vacuum pressure in either direction. All valves are of the water service type and are concealed behind the pump compartment panels and discharge to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame. Each discharge connection, pressure gauge and drain, shall be identified by a related numbering system as well as function. All valves to operate individually.

b. 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). 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. The valve ball and seats is replaceable without disturbing the valve piping. 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. 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. All discharge and inlet caps shall be secured to the vehicle with a vinyl covered stainless steel retention cables.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

52. AUTOMATIC PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM

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

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

53. BODY

a. The fire truck shall be equipped with a body which incorporates a fire pump compartment, fire pump operator’s control panels, removable water tank, three (3) transverse hose beds, main hose bed, equipment compartments, rear platform, foam equipment and firefighting equipment. The body to be reinforced at all stress concentration points where equipment and compartments are attached. A full circular rear wheel well liner is furnished to protect against dirt and water entry. The body shall be of all welded construction.

b. Four (4) air bottle compartments shall be provided, two (2) on the right side and two (2) on the left side of the body. Each air bottle compartment shall accommodate a SCBA bottle in a V style rack to accommodate different size air bottles. Polished stainless steel doors with flush style lift and turn positive latch shall be provided for each SCBA compartment. Compartments shall be capable of accommodating 60 minute SCBA bottles. Each bottle storage area shall be provided with an orange color retaining strap to hold the bottle in place.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

54. FIRE PUMP AND FOAM TANK COMPARTMENT

a. Provide a fire pump that is enclosed in the forward portion of body and is self-supporting from the truck frame. If the 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. The sides of the pump compartment are the same height as the sides of the main hose bed. Provisions for a vertical water supply line to the monitor are provided over the pump compartment and 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 provided for vertical water supply line to the monitor.

b. An electronic water level and foam level gauges shall be provided on the operator's panel that registers water level by means of five colored LED lights. The gauge shall be five light LED design viewable through 180 degrees.

c. Truck shall have a foam system consisting of a minimum of a 40 gallon polypropylene tank, with a fill opening of not less than 5 inch with a removable mesh strainer. Provide a tank drain valve and drains under the truck frame. Drain valve control located at the pump control panel. Provide an around the pump proportioner and foam mixing valve for utilizing 1% thru 6% range of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF).

d. A foam proportioning chart from 0-750 GPM shall be located near the metering valve on the pump panel. A foam liquid suction cock is provided with an open and close ball-cock valve. All piping shall have an anti- corrosion treatment against aqueous film forming foam (AFFF). Foam system shall meet the requirements of NFPA-1901 and NFPA-11C.

e. All controls shall be located at the right side pump panel and shall be plumbed to all three cross lay hose beds. Manufacturer shall state the make, model and performance of the foam system being supplied.

f. A 40-gallon foam tank shall be provided as an integral portion of the water tank. An engraved metal tag shall be attached to the foam fill tower an engraved labeled Foam Fill “US MIL SPEC. 3% C-6 AFFF Only”. A 1-inch foam tank drain with valve shall be provided and installed under the apparatus. It shall have an engraved caution label “Caution Foam Drain” attached or in the immediate vicinity of the valve.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

55. TURRET MONITOR

Provide a remote controlled monitor on the platform area above the pump compartment connected to the pump with a telescopic waterway which rises approx. 18 inches to increase range of operation. A remote controller shall be installed on the pump operator’s panel. The turret monitor well be capable of delivering 1,000 GPM.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

56. TRANSVERSE HOSE BEDS

a. Provide three (3) transverse hose beds side by side forward of main hose bed. Each bed shall have the capacity of stowing not less than 200 feet of 1-3/4 inch double jacketed, polyester rubber lined fire hose. Each 1-1/2 inch discharge shall be threaded with American National Fire Hose Thread (NH) and their hose line is supplied by at least 4 inch piping. Each hose bed has hose layout openings on the street side and the curbside of the truck. The length of each transverse hose bed shall be the full width of pump compartment. Each bed shall have sub-floor made from slatted poly-vinyl chloride (PVC). Provide drain holes to drain water from the hose bed. Each hose bed shall be provided with a center mount 1-1/2 inch 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. Discharge gate controls for each hose bed to be located at the pump control panels and be suitably identified. All hose layout openings to be fitted with 1-1/2 inch stainless steel hose rollers on the bottom and sides of the openings.

b. A stainless steel roller shall be mounted horizontally and vertically under each cross lay hose bed opening. A .75-inch bleeder valve shall be provided for each cross lay.

c. 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 NF&ES at the preconstruction conference.

Example of webbing hose restraints

57. FIRE PUMPOPERATOR’S CONTROL PANEL

The fire truck shall be equipped with a fire pump operator’s control panel located on right side of the truck. The pump master pressure and intake gauges shall be of the manufacturer’s design. The pump pressure and suction gauges are accessible to the operator. All gauges and instruments are of high quality products. All suction and pressure gauges shall show both PSI and MPa readings. Pump vacuum and pressure gauges shall be silicone filled. All valve operating handles and other controls to be operable by personnel wearing heavy gloves. All extended controls and handles are non-interfering and firmly supported. Panel shall include the following:

a) Pump pressure gauge; 0 to 500 psi, 4 inch in diameter.

b) Pump suction gauge; 30 inches hg (vacuum) to 150 psi, 4 inch in diameter.

c) Engine tachometer; not less than 2,500 rpm range with a provision in the panel to allow checking accuracy with a test revolution center.

d) Throttle control for Fire Pumps.

e) Pressure control.

f) All pump discharge valve controls except monitor.

g) Tank suction valve control.

h) Primer (vacuum) pump control.

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

j) Engine coolant temperature gauge.

k) Heat exchanger valve control.

l) Eight (8) appropriate pressure gauges, 3 inch in diameter.

m) Water tank level indicator (Electrical indicator) at right & left hand side.

n) All other pump panel mounted drains and controls mentioned herein

o) Discharge valves and throttle handles shall be of black, extreme temperature resisting plastic. All gauge rims and other exposed metal to be chrome plated.

p) Plugged 1/4 inch standard pipe connection with pipe or tubing for connection of vacuum of pressure tests gauge for testing pump pressure and suction gauges

q) Instruction plates

r) Foam system controls, valves and foam tank level indicator (Electrical indicator)

s) Indicator light for safe pumping mode.

t) Pressure gauge for monitor, 3 inch in diameter.

u) Pump and engine hour recording meters.

v) Volt meter.

w) Telephone/radio compartment.

All controls, valves, drains and gauges shall be identified as to their function and have a related identification number. All instruments and switches to be identified as to their function. All identification plates shall be provided with at least 1/2 inch lettering in both English and Japanese.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

58. WATER TANK

Provide a water tank of 750 gallon (2,839 L) capacity. The water tank shall not extend beyond the main hose bed sides. The water tank shall be of the horizontal type, with flat top and flat bottom, with sump, and mounted on the truck frame. The tank shall be constructed of polypropylene, and shall support not less than 200 pounds per square foot of surface area. A longitudinal and transverse surge partition is provided in the tank. The tank drain to be located at the low point of the tank to provide complete drainage and the drain control valve is operated from the pump panel. The water tank drain shall discharge directly to the ground at a point below the bottom of the chassis frame. The tank shall have a non-splash combination overflow and vent pipe of not less than 4 inch, directed to the ground at the rear of the rear axle, and extending below the bottom of the truck frame.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

59. TANK FILLER OPENING

The tank shall have an accessibly located manhole minimum of 12 inch (305mm) in diameter and provided with a tight, gasket, hinged manhole cover having a hold down catch. The tank manhole shall not project above the height of the body side sheet metal and shall have an engraved metal label attached stating “Water Only”.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

60. TANK PIPING

Piping from the tank to the fire pump, unless made of corrosion-resistant metal, is galvanized. The pipeline between the tank and the pump is 4 inch to permit a flow rate of 500 GPM and be designed to take up vibration. The tank piping shall provide for discharging the water in the tank through the fire pump discharge manifold. A quick-opening shut-off valve is provided with control extended to the operating side of the truck and a drain valve to be provided, located at the lowest point with control extended to the operating side of the truck. The tank suction pipeline, valves, and fittings shall withstand not less than 150 psi working pressure.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

61. TANK MOUNTING

Tank shall be supported on sills to cushion shock and transfer the load to the truck frame. The tank shall be mounted and attached to the chassis so that it can be removed without removing the truck body.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

62. MAIN HOSE BED

a. The hose bed shall be of sufficient capacity for stowing not less than 1000 feet of 4 inch, 300 feet of 3 inch and 300 feet of 2-1/2 inch double jacketed, polyester, rubber lined lightweight fire hose. The overall hose bed to be subdivided lengthwise with two (2) adjustable partitions with handholds cut into the end of each partition, to form four (4) separate hose beds, designed to be able to adjust the hose storage areas by use of an adjustable partition.

Example of Main Hose Bed Restraint

b. Body side panels and partitions are of the same height. The compartment body and partition are reinforced so as to offer no obstruction to paying out or loading of hose. The hose bed floor shall be slatted PVC. The interior of the hose bed shall be free from projecting nuts, sharp angles or brackets. Exposed bolt or rivet heads are of the oval type. The equipment holders are planned so as not to obstruct the loading or removal of fire hose. The hose bed shall be covered by a full length vinyl hose bed cover attached with bungee cord. The rear of the hose bed shall have a heavy duty nylon webbing system hose restraint.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

63. EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT

All equipment compartments shall be as large as possible and made with a minimum thickness of 2mm, except when noted otherwise. Compartments shall be provided with weather and rust proof compounds. Doors shall be of the painted shutter type design. All equipment compartments shall be designed for storage of items that require exposure protection from water and dirt. Compartments constructed with proper drainage so as to preclude entry of water.

Offeror Agrees: YES NO

64. SIDE EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENTS

Provide equipment compartments on each side of the body, front and rear of wheel well. The width of the front side compartment shall not be less than 590mm. Width of the rear side compartment shall not be less than 400mm. The height of the front and the rear compartment shall not be less than 700mm. Each compartment shall have weather and rust proof compound applied, and is of the shutter type doors design. Each compartment shall be provided with an adjustable shelf located midway between the top and bottom of the compartment. The adjustable shelves shall have an upturned lip of not less than 3/4 inch at the front of the shelf. Each compartment shall be LED illuminated above and below the shelf. The compartment lights shall be automatically activated with indicator light, located on the truck pump instrument panel.