Invitation for Bid

Fire-Rescue Two Door Commercial Pumper-Tanker

May 1, 2026

New Kent County

Fire-Rescue Department

7911 Courthouse Way

P.O. Box 209

New Kent, Virginia 23124

(804) 966-9618

IFB #26-2106FR

Sealed Invitation for Bid

IFB #26-2106-FR

Title: Commercial 2 door Pumper-Tanker

IFB Issue Date: May 1, 2026

IFB Due Date: May 22, 2026

Deliver to: New Kent Fire-Rescue

Attn: Rick Opett

Fire Chief

7911 Courthouse Way

Suite 300

New Kent, Virginia 23124

Submit: One (1) hardcopy submittal

Inquiries: All questions about this IFB should be submitted via email by May 12, 2026 C.O.B. to the following

Recipient:

Rick Opett

Fire Chief

New Kent Fire-Rescue raopett@newkent-va.us

Table of Contents

Section/Title Page

1.0 Purpose 3

2.0 Scope of Work 3

3.0 Proposal Preparation Instructions 3

4.0 Delivery Requirements 3

5.0 References 3

6.0 Policy Regarding Contact after Proposal Submission 3

7.0 Contractual Agreement 4

8.0 Certain Eligibility Requirements 4

Appendix 1 – Specifications 5

Appendix 2 – Bidder Information Form 74 mailto:W.JayHobbs@gmail.com

1.0 Purpose

The primary purpose of this Invitation for Bids (IFB) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified manufacturers for the furnishing and delivery of one new, two-door Commercial Pumper Tanker fire apparatus. This specialized vehicle is intended to enhance the department's firefighting capabilities by providing a high-volume mobile water supply and efficient fire suppression performance

2.0 Scope of Work

New Kent County takes pride in our Fire, EMS, & Police professionals that live and work in this community. Appropriate staffing, equipment, and technology, to provide prompt and skilled responses requires adequate resources carefully dispersed throughout the County. As such, this project will focus on providing a new pumper tanker in the County.

In order to satisfy the Department’s critical operational mandates, the proposed apparatus shall strictly conform to the core technical specifications and performance standards outlined herein, as well as the comprehensive Scope of Work detailed in Appendix 1.

• Chassis & Cab: A two-door Kenworth commercial-style chassis and cab.

• Water Tank: A certified minimum capacity of 2,500 gallons to support sustained water shuttle operations in areas without hydrants.

• Fire Pump: A permanently mounted fire pump with a rated capacity of 1,500 GPM, capable of meeting all performance tests outlined in NFPA 1901 (or the consolidated NFPA 1900 standard).

• Regulatory Compliance: The completed unit must meet or exceed all current safety and performance standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

• Quality & Reliability: The department seeks an apparatus embodying the latest automotive design practices, constructed with high-quality materials to ensure long-term durability and ease of maintenance.

3.0 Proposal Preparation Instructions

Proposers are required to provide a comprehensive response to the technical specifications detailed in

Appendix 1. For a submission to be deemed responsive, both Appendix 1 (Technical Specifications) and Appendix 2 (Pricing and Delivery Schedule) must be executed in full and submitted as the primary components of the proposal prior to the established deadline.

4.0 Delivery Requirement

Final delivery and acceptance of the completed apparatus must occur no later than December 15, 2026.

This delivery timeline is a mandatory requirement of the solicitation; prospective bidders unable to guarantee compliance with this schedule are respectfully advised to refrain from submitting a proposal.

5.0 References

References provided by Offeror’s may be contacted at the discretion of the County. Only the highest ranking Offeror’s Proposals will be considered for reference checks.

6.0 Policy Regarding Contact after Proposal Submission

Any contact with the County other than the designated NKC POC after the date/time of the IFB submittal is prohibited. Unauthorized contact may be grounds for disqualification of the submitted Proposal.

Questions must be provided during the Q&A timeline described on Page 2 of this IFB.

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7.0 Contractual Agreement

The contract to be issued by way of this IFB shall be for the life of the project and throughout all phases described herein. Termination details of the contract is described in the General Terms and Conditions.

The negotiated fee total and design schedule shall be included as part of the prime Architectural and

Engineering Services contract. This IFB and any associated Addenda shall also be included in the prime design services contract.

8.0 Certain Eligibility Requirements

License – The Offeror must have and provide copies of the firm’s Commonwealth of Virginia licenses, to include Architect and Engineer licenses through the Department of Professional Occupation and

Regulations, including appropriate documentation of any joint-venture’s registration and licensure.

State Corporation Commission Registration - In order to contract with New Kent County, Vendors organized as a stock or nonstock corporation, limited liability company, business trust, or limited partnership or registered as a registered limited liability partnership shall be authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth as a domestic or foreign business entity if so, required by Title 13.1 or

Title 50 or as otherwise required by law. Reference Attachment “E”. Pursuant to competitive sealed bidding or competitive negotiation, an Offeror organized or authorized to transact business in the

Commonwealth pursuant to Title 13.1 or Title 50 shall include in its response the identification number issued to it by the State Corporation Commission. Any Offeror that is not required to be authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth as a foreign business entity under Title 13.1 or Title 50 or as otherwise required by law shall include in its response a statement describing why it is not required to be so authorized. Any Offeror that fails to provide the required information shall not be awarded a contract unless a waiver of this requirement is granted by the County Administrator. Any business entity as described above that enters into a contract with a public body pursuant to Section 2.2-4311.2 of the Code of Virginia shall not allow its existence to lapse or its certificate of authority or registration to transact business in the Commonwealth to be revoked or cancelled anytime during the contract. New Kent County may void any contract with a business entity if that entity fails to remain in compliance with the provisions of this section.

IFB #26-2106-FR

Appendix 1 –

NEW KENT FIRE AND RESCUE - PUMPER-TANKER BID

SPECIFICATIONS

BIDDING TERMS Bidder Has Read and Fully Understand the Bidding Terms: YES ____ NO ____

The information contained in this document will reference the minimum specifications for the purchase of one (1) or more custom-built fire and/or rescue apparatus as detailed below. Proposals that are submitted shall refer to only one (1) apparatus to avoid any confusion with number of items or equipment that may be included in the event that multiple units of this vehicle are to be purchased.

The following minimum specifications are intended to cover this particular brand new (never used) custom-built apparatus and the latest production design of this unit.

Any bidder who does not follow the requirements of these bid specifications shall be considered non-responsive and shall be disqualified for further consideration.

The final preparations for this apparatus shall be constructed entirely within the Continental United States utilizing every American made material or product available at time of production to meet the specifications of the Department.

Each bidder shall submit their information on the required “BIDDER INFORMATION FORM” found attached to this document. Any bidder who does not complete the required information and includes this form with their bid proposal shall be considered non-responsive and shall be disqualified for further consideration.

Each bidder shall include one original copy of their proposal and one set of CAD drawings with their bid proposal. If being delivered by mail, the bid proposal shall be sealed inside a second interior envelope that is clearly marked “NEW KENT FIRE AND RESCUE - PUMPER-TANKER PROPOSAL”. Any bidder who does not have the envelope clearly marked as requested shall be considered non-responsive and shall be disqualified for further consideration.

Each subsequent section of the bid specifications shall contain a check box for each bidder to identify whether or not they comply 100% with the specification as it has been provided by the Department.

Each bidder shall either check “YES” or “NO” on each section.

All sections that receive a “YES” checkmark shall follow the specification precisely as it has been provided in the bid specifications.

All sections that receive a “NO” checkmark must be accompanied by an explanation in the vendor provided exceptions page attached to the end of their proposal.

Failure to indicate “YES” or “NO” to any section and failure to fully explain any exception, no matter how minor, will result in immediate disqualification.

Sections of the specifications that are clearly marked as accepting “NO EXCEPTIONS” shall not be deviated from and will be cause for immediate rejection of the bid.

All bid proposals shall be valid for a period of no less than 60 calendar days from the bid opening date and shall not be withdrawn. The Department reserves the right to reject any and all bids that do not satisfy these requirements and do not meet the specific needs of the Department.

EXCEPTIONS TO SPECIFICATIONS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

If there are any exceptions or deviations to the original specifications, regardless of how minor they may be, they shall be explained in detail on a vendor supplied sheet attached at the end of the bid proposal.

In the event that there are exceptions noted, they shall only be acceptable if it is for a superior substitution to the original specification, but according to bidding requirements must be noted as an exception. This type of exception shall not be considered negative toward the bidder and should be stated for later comparison of all bids. If no exceptions are noted, the original specifications shall be strictly adhered too at time of final inspection and delivery.

PROPOSAL FORMAT Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

All proposals submitted for consideration shall be formatted in the same layout and same order as the bid specifications for ease of comparison.

Any bid proposal that is not presented in this exact order and format will be rejected and excluded for future consideration.

APPARATUS FACTORY LOCATION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus factory location shall be clearly listed in the proposal.

INTENT OF SPECIFICATIONS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

It is the intent of these specifications to cover the fabrication and delivery of one custom built extreme duty apparatus as hereinafter specified.

These specifications cover general requirements as to the type of construction and tests to which the apparatus must conform, together with certain details as to finish, equipment, and appliances to with which the contractor shall supply and conform.

Minor details of construction and materials where not otherwise specified are left to the discretion of the contractor, who shall be solely responsible for the design and construction of all features.

The apparatus shall conform to the recommendations of NFPA 1900 unless otherwise stated in these specifications.

GENERAL INFORMATION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer shall be an all American owned and operated custom builder of fire and rescue apparatus with main offices located in the United States of America. The manufacturer shall have been engaged in building fire service vehicles for over 20 years and operates from a minimum 30,000 sq/ft facility.

Descriptions and specifications of the following apparatus including the equipment detailed or described herein are intended to outline the design, quality and integrity of this all-American custom manufactured apparatus.

The following specifications are intended to cover only this exact newly constructed custom firefighting apparatus and the latest production design of this unit.

This fire apparatus shall be constructed entirely within the Continental United States utilizing every American made material or product available at time of production.

All fabrication and final preparations for this apparatus shall take place at the manufacturer’s main production facility.

APPARATUS SERVICE CENTER Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer operates a full-service maintenance center to include engine and mechanical repair, preventative maintenance, full capacity fabrication shop, full paint and body shop, fire pump maintenance and repair, collision repair, electrical service and repair as well as a full-service custom graphics shop.

There are multiple service centers across the United States that are authorized by the factory to perform service repairs. The apparatus manufacturer and its authorized service centers operate fully capable mobile service vehicles so repairs can be made on site at your facility at your convenience.

If there is a service center outside of the current network that you prefer to use, the apparatus manufacturer will coordinate service work with any qualified repair station to meet your specific needs.

FAMA MEMBERSHIP Bidder Complies: YES ____

NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer shall be a current member of the Fire Apparatus

Manufacturer’s Association.

NON-PROPRIETARY PARTS Bidder Complies: YES ____

The finished apparatus shall be manufactured with parts that are commonly used by the heavy-duty trucking industry to assist the department in the future with cost and availability of replacement parts.

COOPERATIVE PURCHASING Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer shall honor the specifications and pricing of this proposed build for other agencies that wish to purchase similar apparatus through cooperative purchasing.

Changes to chassis, year model, equipment and/or additional change orders shall be reflected in the new contract.

PRIME (SINGLE SOURCE) BODY BUILDER Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer shall be the prime (single source) builder of this severe duty all aluminum fire apparatus quality body.

All engineering, design, fabrication, testing, paint and finish shall take place at the apparatus manufacturers privately owned top tiered manufacturing facility.

NO EXCEPTIONS

Bodies that are mass produced from lower quality materials such as thin stamped utility style designs, bolted together designs or those that are manufactured by a third party for the apparatus manufacturer shall be considered sub-standard and shall not be acceptable for this project. NO EXCEPTIONS

The body shall be designed and manufactured entirely from formed and welded aluminum plates and aluminum extrusions to ensure a high-quality design and finish that shall provide years of uninterrupted service. Bodies that incorporate steel as structural support or that utilize steel in any way shall be considered sub-standard and shall not be acceptable for this project. NO EXCEPTIONS

RE-MOUNTING Bidder Complies: YES ____

The body shall be designed, manufactured and installed on the chassis to allow for complete removal for future re-mounting onto another chassis.

CAD DRAWINGS Bidder Complies: YES ____

There shall be a full set of CAD drawing provided to the department for approval prior to the start of fabrication.

The drawings shall include a minimum of left, right and rear views of the proposed apparatus cab and body. The drawings shall be shown on scale with all apparatus details and dimensions.

Following the pre-build meeting, there shall be an updated set of CAD drawings submitted to the department for final approval.

APPARATUS WARRANTY Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The finished apparatus shall carry full product warranty as it is provided by the individual component manufacturers. The following minimum warranties shall be included as listed below:

- Overall Apparatus - 1 Year Full Warranty

- Extreme Duty Body Perforation - 10 Year Warranty

- Extreme Duty Sub-Structure Perforation - 20 Year Warranty

- Paint and Finish - 7 Year Pro-Rated Warranty

- Roll Door Mechanical Warranty - 3 Year Warranty

- Roll Door Electrical Warranty - 3 Year Warranty

- Chassis - New Factory Warranty

- Whelen Electrical, Lights, Wiring - 5 Year Warranty

- Misc. Components - Individual Manufacturer Warranties Shall Apply

CAB AND CHASSIS WARRANTY Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The cab and chassis shall be provided with the following minimum warranty:

- Overall Chassis: One (1) Year Warranty

- Engine: Five (5) Year Warranty

- Transmission: Five (5) Year Warranty

All chassis related issues during this period shall be covered under the warranty provided by the chassis/component manufacturer and not by the apparatus builder.

APPARATUS DELIVERY - FACTORY Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The department shall take delivery of the finished apparatus at the factory following the final inspection visit to the plant in unless other arrangements are made prior to contract signing.

To ensure a proper break-in period on the engine, transmission and driveline components, the apparatus shall be delivered under its own power.

DELIVERY TRAINING Bidder Complies: YES ____

During the delivery process, there shall be a representative on site a minimum of four (4) hours to provide initial instruction in proper operation of all components on the apparatus.

PRE-BUILD MEETING Bidder Complies: YES ____

There shall be a pre-build meeting held between representatives of the apparatus manufacturer and representatives of the department to finalize details prior to the start of fabrication.

This meeting shall be held in person or through a teleconference at the discretion of the department.

PERIODIC APPARATUS INSPECTIONS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

At any time during the build process, representatives of the department are always encouraged to visit the factory at any time during business hours to check in on the progress of their new custom-built apparatus.

A factory representative will always be on site to give updates and let department members see their truck as it is being built.

Appointments are never necessary for these periodic visits, but for safety reasons we do ask that you arrive wearing appropriate clothing to enter the fabrication areas.

Eye protection and additional safety equipment will be provided as needed.

FINAL INSPECTION VISIT Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

Prior to the delivery process of the new apparatus, representatives from the department will be able to perform a final inspection while the vehicle is still at the factory. This visit shall be at the discretion of the department.

Following the final inspection visit, the vehicle will be available for delivery.

PERFORMANCE TESTS AND REQUIREMENTS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

A road test shall be conducted with the apparatus fully loaded and a continuous run of ten (10) miles or more shall be done under all driving conditions, during which time the apparatus shall show no loss of power or overheating.

The transmission drive shaft or shafts, and rear axle shall run quietly and be free from abnormal vibration or noise throughout the operating range of the apparatus.

Vehicle shall adhere to the following parameters:

- The apparatus, when fully equipped and loaded, shall not have less than 25 percent or more than 50 percent of the weight on the front axle, and not less than 50 percent nor more than 75 percent on the rear axle.

- The apparatus shall be capable of accelerating to 35 mph from a standing start within

25 seconds on a level concrete highway without exceeding the maximum governed rpm.

- The service brakes shall be capable of stopping a fully loaded vehicle in 35 feet at 20 mph on a hard level surface. The air brake system shall conform to Federal Motor vehicle

Safety Standards (FMVSS) 121.

- The apparatus, fully loaded, shall be capable of obtaining a speed of 60 mph on a level concrete highway with the engine not exceeding the governed rpm (full load).

MANUALS AND SERVICE INFORMATION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer shall supply, at time of delivery, a minimum of one (1) full set of operational and maintenance manuals covering the apparatus and components as it is being delivered.

A permanent plate shall be mounted in the driver’s compartment which specifies the quantity and type of fluid required on the apparatus including engine oil, engine coolant, transmission, pump transmission lubricant, pump primer oil (if applicable), chassis tire pressures, and drive axle lubricant.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus shall be designed with due consideration to distribution of load between the front and rear axles, so that all specified equipment and a full complement of personnel will be carried without injury to the apparatus. Weight balance and distribution shall be in accordance with the recommendations of NFPA.

The apparatus shall be designed so that the operator could perform all recommended daily maintenance checks easily without the need for hand tools.

Apparatus components that interfere with repair or removal of other major components must be attached with fasteners (cap, screws, nuts, etc.) so that the components can be removed and installed with normal hand tools. These components must not be welded or otherwise permanently secured into place.

The GAWR and GVWR of the chassis shall be adequate to carry the fully equipped apparatus including unequipped personnel weight and a miscellaneous equipment allowance per NFPA criteria. It shall be the responsibility of the purchaser to provide the contractor with the weight of equipment to be carried if it is in excess of the allowance as set forth by NFPA.

The height of the fully loaded vehicle's center of gravity shall not exceed the chassis manufacturer's maximum limit.

The apparatus shall be so designed that the various parts are readily accessible for lubrication, inspection, adjustment and repair. Where special tools manufactured or designed by the contractor and are required to provide routine service on any component of the apparatus built or supplied by the contractor, such tools shall be provided with the apparatus.

QUALITY Bidder Complies: YES ____

Workmanship and materials provided shall be of a quality unsurpassed for this apparatus.

All components requiring regular maintenance, lubrication and visual inspections shall be readily accessible.

This fire apparatus shall be designed and manufactured for ease of operation and the highest level of safety available.

All aluminum welding shall follow American welding Society and ANSI D1.2-2003 requirements for structural welding of aluminum.

All sheet metal welding shall follow American Welding Society B2.1-2000 requirements for structural welding of sheet metal. Flux core arc welding to use alloy rods, type 7000, American welding Society standards A5.20-E70T1.

FAILURE TO MEET TEST Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

In the event the apparatus fails to meet the test requirements of these specifications on the first trial, second trials may be made at the option of the bidder within 30 days of the date of the first trial.

Such trials shall be final and conclusive and failure to comply with these requirements shall be cause for rejection.

Failure to comply with changes to conform to any clause of the specifications, within 30 days after notice is given to the bidder of such changes, shall also be cause for rejection of the apparatus.

MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus manufacturer shall defend any and all suits and assume all liability for the use of any patented process including any device or article forming a part of the apparatus or any appliance furnished under the contract.

COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

During the performance of the contract and for three (3) years following acceptance of the product, the apparatus manufacturer shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of commercial general liability insurance:

- Each Occurrence: $1,000,000

- Products/Completed Operations Aggregate: $2,000,000

- Personal and Advertising Injury: $1,000,000

- General Aggregate: $2,000,000

COMMERCIAL AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE

During the performance of the contract, the apparatus manufacturer shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of commercial automobile liability insurance:

- Each Accident Combined Single Limit: $1,000,000

UMBRELLA/EXCESS LIABILITY INSURANCE

During the performance of the contract and for three (3) years following acceptance of the product, the apparatus manufacturer shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of umbrella liability insurance:

- Aggregate: $2,000,000

- Each Occurrence: $2,000,000

CERTIFICATION OF NFPA 1900 COMPLIANCE Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

As per NFPA 1900, the purchaser shall assume the responsibility of determining, prior to the purchase of the apparatus, which will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of NFPA 1900 are met. The manufacturer shall be responsible for providing or performing only the items requested by the purchaser in the documents provided to the manufacturer by the purchaser.

Written certification shall be provided by the manufacturer stating that the delivered apparatus complies with the NFPA standard. If the purchaser has elected to provide, perform, outsource and/or contract with a third party, any item required by

NFPA (per the previous paragraph), the manufacturer shall provide, upon delivery, a "Statement of Exceptions". This "Statement of Exceptions" shall include the following:

1. A separate specification of the section of the NFPA Standard for which the apparatus is lacking compliance.

2. A description of the particular aspect of the apparatus that is not compliant.

3. A description of the further changes or modifications to the delivered apparatus which must be completed to achieve full compliance.

4. An identification of the entity that will be responsible for making the necessary post-delivery changes or modifications to the apparatus to achieve full compliance with the applicable standard.

The responsibility shall rest with the purchaser to ensure that the apparatus not be placed into active emergency service until fully compliant with NFPA 1900.

OCCUPANCY LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

A permanent plate or label stating the maximum number of personnel allowed to ride on the apparatus at any one time shall be provided and installed in clear view of the driver.

The label shall state “VEHICLE MAXIMUM SEATING CAPACITY IS TWO (2)”

The label shall be visible from each seated position.

SEATED AND BELTED LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

Permanent plate or label shall be provided stating "OCCUPANTS MUST BE SEATED AND

BELTED WHEN APPARATUS IS IN MOTION".

DO NOT RIDE LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____

A permanent plate or label shall be attached to the appropriate areas of the apparatus stating that riding on the rear step or any exterior position on the apparatus is prohibited.

DO NOT WEAR HELMET LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

Permanent plate or label shall be provided stating "DO NOT WEAR HELMET WHILE

SEATED".

VEHICLE HEIGHT - WIDTH LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a travel clearance warning label located in the chassis cab in easy view of the driver.

The travel clearance warning label includes the following information:

1. Overall travel clearance height in feet and inches.

2. Overall travel clearance width in feet and inches.

PUMP CERTIFICATION TESTING Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The fire pump, as it is installed on the apparatus, shall receive a full certification test prior to final delivery.

Documentation of the test results shall be provided with the apparatus in the delivery packet.

VEHICLE STABILITY CERTIFICATION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The fire apparatus manufacturer shall provide a certification stating the apparatus complies with NFPA 1900 pertaining to Vehicle Stability.

The vehicle shall be equipped with electronic stability control programming.

KENWORTH T-480 CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

Bidder Has Read and Fully Complies with the Chassis Specifications: YES ____ NO ____

MISSION: Fire Truck Service Application – Heavy Duty – Aero Hood

DIMENSIONS: Wheelbase: 222”, CA: 148”, Axle to Frame: 75”

DIESEL ENGINE: Cummins {Paccar PX-9} EPA, 450 HP EV Rating

FAN DRIVE {Horton} Direct Drive Type, Two Speed

RADIATOR, 1,000 Square Inches with Surge Tank

FEDERAL EMISSIONS Compliant

AIR CLEANER Single Element

EMISSION COMPLIANCE Engine Shutdown System Exempt

Vehicles, Complies with California Clean Air Regulations

OBD COMPLIANCE (On Board Diagnostics)

TRANSMISSION: {Allison 3000EVS} Close Ratio, 6-Speed; With Overdrive, Includes

Oil Level Sensor, With Provision for PTO

OIL COOLER, AUTO TRANSMISSION

TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL {Allison} Push-Button Type; for

Allison 3000 & 4000 Trans

SHIFT CONTROL PARAMETERS Allison S-1 Performance

Programming in Primary and Allison Fixed Programming in

Secondary

TRANSMISSION OIL Synthetic

ALLISON SPARE INPUT/OUTPUT for Emergency Vehicle Series

(EVS)

Automatic Neutral Feature

Rear Transmission Support System Installed

FRONT AXLE: Wide Track, I-Beam Type, 14,600-lb Capacity

Spring Suspension w/ Shock Absorbers: 14,600-lb Capacity

Air Brake Package

REAR AXLE: Single Reduction, 40,000-lb Capacity

Gear Ratio: 6.14

Spring Suspension: 40,000-lb Capacity

Air Brake Package w/ Locking Feature {Park}

REAR DIFFERENTIAL: LOCKING REAR DIFFERENTIAL

CAB: Conventional

CAB INTERIOR TRIM: Deluxe – Silver/Gray

Instrument Panel

SEATBELT WARNING DEVICE Seat Belt Switches and Seat Sensors for all Belted Positions

VEHICLE DATA RECORDER

BUCKET SEAT, DRIVER {National} NFPA Compliant, Air Suspension, High Back with Integral Headrest, Lumbar Support, 2

Position Front Cushion Adjust, 6 to 23 Degree Back Angle

Adjust, Dual Arm Rests, 3- Point Restraint

BUCKET SEAT, PASSENGER {National} NFPA Compliant, High

Back with Integral Headrest, Toolbox Seat Base, Dual Arm Rests, 3-

Point Restraints

GRAB HANDLE {NFPA COMPLIANT} Each Side

MIRRORS Rectangular, 7.00" x 16.00", 8.00” Convex Both Sides, Breakaway Type, Heated Heads Thermostatically Controlled, Power Both Sides, Bright Finish Heads & Brackets

SEAT BELTS All Red

AIR CONDITIONER With Integral Heater & Defroster

INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGE CLUSTER {English Measurements}

DISPLAY On Board Diagnostics Display of Fault Codes in Gauge

Cluster

WINDOW, POWER And Power Door Locks, Left and Right

Doors

SELF CANCELLING TURN SIGNALS with Dimmer Switch

FUEL TANK: 56 Gallon Aluminum Tank

DEF TANK: 7 Gallon Tank - Polished Stainless-Steel Cover

FRONT TIRES: (2) 12R22.5 16 ply

FRONT WHEELS: WHEELS, FRONT DISC; 22.5" Aluminum, 10-Stud Hub Piloted, Flanged Nut

REAR TIRES: (8) 11R22.5 16 ply

REAR WHEELS: WHEELS, REAR DISC; 22.5" Aluminum, 10-Stud Hub Piloted, Flanged Nut - Outer Positions

CHASSIS MODEL: Model T-480

FRONT TOW HOOKS: TOW HOOK, FRONT (2) Frame Mounted Receivers

{Removable Insert Hooks}

FRAME RAILS: FRAME RAILS Heat Treated Alloy Steel (120,000 PSI Yield);

10.625" x 3.50" x 0.312"

FRONT BUMPER: BUMPER, FRONT Full Width, Chrome

Plated Steel

BRAKE SYSTEM: BRAKE SYSTEM, AIR Dual System for Straight Truck Applications

AIR DRYER Standard

DRAIN VALVE Manual

AIR BRAKE ABS {Bendix Antilock Brake System} Full Vehicle

Wheel Control System with Electronic Stability Control

Programming

Spring Actuated Parking Brake

AIR COMPRESSOR: AIR COMPRESSOR {Cummins} 18.7 CFM Capacity

STEERING WHEEL: STEERING WHEEL 4-Spoke, 18" Diam., Black

STEERING COLUMN Tilting and Telescoping

ENGINE EXHAUST: EXHAUST SYSTEM Single Horizontal, Aftertreatment Device, Frame

Mounted Right Side, for Use with Long Tail Pipes

ENGINE BRAKE: COMPRESSION BRAKE –

HI/MED/LO SWITCH

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12-Volt, Standard Equipment

CIGAR LIGHTER Includes Ash Cup

ALTERNATOR 12 Volt 320 Amp. Capacity, Pad Mount

DATA RECORDER: DATA RECORDER Includes Display

BATTERIES: BATTERY BOX

BATTERY SYSTEM {Paccar} Maintenance-Free, (2) 12-Volt

1400CCA

BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH Lever Operated (CAB)

STARTER STARTING MOTOR 12 Volt

INDICATOR LAMPS: INDICATOR, LOW COOLANT LEVEL

INDICATOR, BATTERY WARNING Green BATTERY ON Indicator, Mounted on Left Side of Instrument Panel, to be Used with Battery

Disconnect Switch

CIRCUIT BREAKERS: CIRCUIT BREAKERS Manual-Reset (Main Panel) SAE Type III with

Trip Indicators, Replaces All Fuses Except For 5-Amp Fuses

FRONT GRILL: GRILLE Stationary, Chrome / Polished

GRILLE EMBER SCREEN Mounted to Grille and Cowl Tray to Keep

Hot Embers out of Engine and HVAC Air Intake System

FRONT HOOD: FRONT END Tilting, Fiberglass

CAB PAINT: PAINT Base Coat/Clear Coat, Three-Tone Color:

(Lower) Red (Code TBD) - (Upper) White Posts Only (Code TBD), (Upper) Red (Code TBD)

Paint Confirmation TBD Through Kenworth at Time of Order

WHEEL DRESS-UP KIT Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a set of bright finished wheel hub and lug nut covers provided and installed on the finished apparatus.

BACK-UP ALARM - ECCO Bidder Complies: YES ____

One (1) ECCO SA917 back-up alarm shall be provided and installed on the

The minimum 87-112 dB backup alarm shall automatically activate when the apparatus transmission is placed into reverse.

The backup alarm shall exceed all NFPA 1900 and SAE J994 Type D requirements and testing.

CAB ACCESS STEPS - KW Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The cab access steps shall be provided by the chassis manufacturer.

The steps shall be a two (2) step design fabricated from bright aluminum grip strut.

The step assembly shall be supplied from the chassis factory on each side of the cab.

The fuel tank fill cap shall be exposed for refueling and access shall be provided to inspect the chassis batteries when located under the cab.

TOW HOOKS/PLATES Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be front and rear tow hooks/plates provided on the finished apparatus.

The front tow hooks shall be provided as standard equipment on the chassis bumper.

There shall be rear tow plates fabricated from HD structural steel and shall have a minimum 1.25” eye. The plates shall be welded to the chassis frame and shall be located below the rear step bumper.

DIESEL FUEL ONLY LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a label affixed near the fuel fill well that states: DIESEL ONLY

The label shall be integrated into the filler cap when available.

DEF ONLY LABEL Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a label affixed near the fuel fill well that states: DEF ONLY

The label shall be integrated into the filler cap when available.

VEHICLE TOP SPEED - 60 MPH Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The maximum top speed of this apparatus shall be determined using the following

NFPA 1900 criteria:

- If the combined water tank and foam agent tank capacities on the fire apparatus exceed 1,250 gallons, or the GVWR of the vehicle is over 50,000-lb, the maximum top speed of the apparatus shall not exceed 60 MPH.

The rear axle gear ratio will be selected to render a top speed as close as possible to the maximum speed to provide the maximum torque output possible at the optimal engine operating speed.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a tire alert pressure management system provided that shall monitor each tire's pressure individually.

A negative change in tire pressure shall be evident of a visible color change on the head of the sensor.

The color change shall be evident when performing the daily truck check.

NOTE: The rear wheels to have crossover hoses connecting each set of tires with a single monitor on each set of tires.

REAR VIEW CAMERA Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a color rear view camera system provided and installed on the finished apparatus.

The system shall feature a 7” color display with an infrared camera for night visibility.

The display shall be mounted in clear view of the driver without blocking forward visibility.

The system shall have an audio feature to allow the driver to hear voice commands from the rear while the system is in operation.

The rear-view camera system shall automatically activate when the chassis transmission is placed into reverse gear.

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

A heat shield shall be installed under the body in the areas where the exhaust system is routed as needed.

AIR HORNS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be two (2) dual stutter-tone emergency-vehicle air horns provided and

The mounting location of the air horns shall be on each side of the hood.

The system shall be operated from the chassis on-board air system.

GENERAL BODY DETAILS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The entire assembled body shall have an overall length of 17 feet and 6 inches from the front of the body to the rear of the 18” step bumper.

The entire assembled body shall have an overall width of no more than 8 feet and 6 inches.

The entire assembled body shall have an overall height of no more than 9 feet and

8 inches from the ground to the top of the finished body.

All compartments shall be constructed in a sweep out design to be water and dust proof.

Body shall be manufactured for maximum possible storage capacity.

Body and sub-structure shall be fully formed and welded ALL aluminum design for increased strength.

There shall be no steel used in the body structure or sub-frame. NO EXCEPTIONS

16’ EXTREME DUTY BODY CONSTRUCTION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The apparatus body shall be constructed of 3” x 3” x .25” 6061 extruded aluminum tubing, 3/16” 5052 aluminum plate as well as .187” and .125” polished diamond tread aluminum.

The sheet metal (3/16”aluminum) shall be formed and welded to produce smooth symmetrically rounded corners and edges.

The polished diamond tread aluminum plate shall have an embossed, non-slip surface on all walking and standing surfaces.

The body shall be designed and manufactured with tubing and channel reinforcement as necessary for rigidity. Angle shall not be used in any area for structural integrity.

All body parts and attachments shall be fastened with rust resistant fasteners to preclude loosening of bolts and screws and/or the cracking of welded joints.

The body shall be reinforced as necessary where hose reels, hose troughs or ladder brackets are attached.

The body shall be an all-welded structure with some components bolted in place.

All components shall be constructed to allow the removal of any non-body component for service and/or repair.

The body and components thereof shall be bolted to the frame of the chassis with coated U-bolts.

All welds shall be cleaned of any weld residue prior to coating or when presenting a natural finish to present a clean appearance on all surfaces.

The front and top of the body shall be covered with polished diamond tread aluminum plate to prevent these areas from becoming damaged by road debris.

All seams shall be sealed with silicon-based body sealer to prevent seepage of moisture into the covered area.

EXTREME DUTY SUB-FRAME Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The all-aluminum integrated body and sub-frame shall assure strength, durability and longevity to provide years of uninterrupted service.

The support system shall consist of individual assemblies fastened together utilizing a jig system for precision welding to ensure sturdiness with proper dimensions and minimal distortion.

The Sub-Frame shall be constructed of 3”x3” x.25” 6061, crush resistant, extruded square aluminum tubing running parallel to the chassis frame rails and underneath the full length of the rear.

The 6061-grade of aluminum tubing allows for the minimal and proper level of flexion during operation to prevent the formation of cracks.

This Sub-Frame design is the heaviest built in the industry and shall be welded on maximum spacing distance of 15” center to center.

BODY MOUNTING Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The Sub-Frame shall be bolted to the chassis frame rails with automotive U-Bolts incorporating shear plates and rubber (anti-vibration) isolation pads as necessary.

The entire assembly shall be constructed and mounted in such a manner to allow for complete removal without the need for any major modifications.

BODY ROOF CONSTRUCTION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The outer portions of the apparatus body roof shall be an integral portion of the main apparatus body.

NFPA COMPLIANT STEPPING SURFACES Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

All exterior surfaces designated as stepping, standing, and walking areas shall comply with the required average slip resistance of the current NFPA standards.

These areas shall incorporate grip-strut or embossed diamond plate aluminum.

FENDERETTES - BLACK RUBBER Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

An all black rubberized fenderette shall be installed around both rear wheel openings.

The fenderettes shall have a neoprene welt installed between the trim and the body and shall be bolted in place for easy removal and replacement.

WHEEL WELL LINER Bidder Complies: YES ____

The rear wheel well shall be lined with a sheet of aluminum to prevent damage to the body from road debris.

The liner shall be riveted or bolted in place for easy removal in the event they become damaged.

REAR STEP BUMPER - 18” - TAPER CUT ENDS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The tailboard shall be constructed of 1/8” polished embossed aluminum diamond plate.

The tailboard shall be a minimum of 18” deep and run the full width of the body.

The exterior sides shall be flanged down for increased rigidity of tailboard structure.

The height from the ground to the top of the step bumper shall not exceed 24” when fully loaded.

NOTE: The rear corners shall have a 45-degree tapered cut.

AGGRESSIVE WALKING SURFACE Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

All exterior surfaces designated as stepping, standing, and walking areas shall comply with the required average slip resistance of the current NFPA standards.

These areas shall incorporate grip-strut or embossed diamond plate aluminum.

MUD FLAPS Bidder Complies: YES ____

Heavy-duty rubber mud flaps shall be provided behind the rear wheels.

The mud flaps shall be a heavy-duty black rubber type for dual wheel trucks.

The mud flaps shall be bolted in place.

RUB RAIL - POLY - BLACK Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

A black polypropylene rub rail shall be bolted at the bottom of the body, using nylon washers between the metal surfaces, along each side of the body.

The rail shall be approximately 2” tall and extend approximately 1”.

The rail shall extend the entire length of the body except between the wheel openings.

The rail shall have a satin finish for a durable finish that resists wear marks.

NFPA HANDRAILS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be NFPA compliant handrails provided in all areas that require climbing on the apparatus.

In the event there is telescoping scene light, ladder or folding step installed in the same location(s), these items may be substituted to conserve mounting space on the body.

DIAMOND TREAD ALUMINUM BODYGUARDS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

There shall be a solid covering of polished diamond tread aluminum in the following locations of the apparatus body:

- Front of Body

- Top of Body

- Rear Body Between Step Bumper and Rear Dump Valve

COMPARTMENT LOUVERS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

Louvered panels shall be installed into each into compartment to aid in ventilation.

The louvers shall be turned in such a way to prevent unwanted water from entering the compartments.

COMPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The compartments shall be constructed of formed and welded 3/16” 5052 formed aluminum plate and shall allow for the proper amount of flexion without the possibility of forming cracks.

All compartment sizes are very close approximations and may vary as much as +/-

3” to accommodate certain chassis features and/or department requested options.

The compartment interior shall be fully open from the compartment ceiling to the compartment floor and designed so that no permanent dividers are required between the upper and lower sections.

DUAL WALL COMPARTMENTS Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The front and rear lower body compartments shall be constructed with a dual wall for accessing and servicing the electrical system as it is installed on the apparatus.

The removable panels shall be readily accessible and shall be removable with the use of common hand tools.

COMPARTMENT FLOOR TILES Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

As standard equipment each compartment shall have interlocking rubber tiles

(Turtle Tile) cut and installed (on the lowest level) in such a manner to provide a cushion to cargo and protect the floor of the compartment.

The tiles shall be readily removed, without the use of tools, for cleaning.

The color of the tiles shall be black.

ROLL-UP COMPARTMENT DOORS - PAINTED Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

Roll-up compartment doors shall be manufactured and assembled in the United

States.

Doors shall be front roll and shall have a painted finish to match the primary job color.

There shall be an aluminum drip rail above each compartment door with a non-abrasive seal (or) there shall be a brush seal.

Magnetic door-ajar system must be integrated in lift bar handle and the retainer block to signal open door. No mechanical sensors or switches interior to the compartment shall be used.

Every slat must have interlocking end shoes to prevent slats from moving side to side and binding the door.

Between each slat must be a co-extruded PVC inner seal to prevent metal-to-metal contact and to repel moisture. This inner seal shall not be visible from the exterior to detract from the appearance of the door.

Slats shall have interlocking joints with a folding locking flange to provide security and prevent penetration by sharp objects.

Slats shall be double-wall extrusion 1.366” high by .315” thick. Exterior surfaces are to be flat and interior surfaces are to be concave to prevent loose equipment from interfering with door operation.

The latch system shall be a one-piece full width aluminum lift bar with a two-point exterior latch. The latch shall be operable by one hand. A 2” wide finger pull will be integrated into the bottom rail extrusion for easy one hand opening and closing of the compartment door. NO EXCEPTIONS

A clip system shall connect the curtain slats to the operator drum which will allow for easy tension adjustments without the use of tools.

Each roll-up door shall have a four-inch diameter counterbalance operator drum to assist in lifting the door and assist in the prevention of accidental closure.

Compartment lighting system integrated into door track. Compartment lights shall activate individually when door is opened and there shall not be a master compartment light switch.

Door tracks shall be a one-piece aluminum extrusion that has an attaching flange and finishing flange incorporated into its design. The drip rail will have a specially designed seal that prevents the seal from scratching the door. Bottom rail to have a “V” shaped sill to prevent water and debris from entering the compartment.

Each door shall have a rubber seal installed at the outside edge to prevent moisture from entering the storage area.

Bottom rail extrusion must have a smooth back to prevent loose equipment from jamming the door.

COMPARTMENT LIGHTING - LED Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The body compartments shall each be equipped with LED compartment lighting.

The lighting shall be mounted vertically along the side of each door to extend the full height of the compartment.

There shall be one (1) full-height light located in each compartment.

Opening the compartment door shall automatically turn the compartment lighting on.

COMPARTMENT L1 Bidder Complies: YES ____

Immediately behind the pump panel on the driver’s side of the body shall be full-height compartments with a roll-up door.

The door opening shall be approximately 42” wide x 57” high.

The depth of this compartment shall be approximately 25” at the floor and 13” at the upper level.

COMPARTMENT L2 & L3 Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

Immediately behind compartment L1 on the driver’s side of the body, over the rear axles, there shall be two (2) high-side compartments with roll-up doors.

The door openings shall be approximately 48” wide x 24” high.

The depth of this compartment shall be approximately 13”.

COMPARTMENT L4 Bidder Complies: YES ____

Immediately behind compartment L3 on the driver’s side of the body shall be full height compartment with a roll-up door.

The door opening shall be approximately 21” wide x 57” high.

The depth of this compartment shall be approximately 25” at the floor and 13” at the upper level.

COMPARTMENT R1 Bidder Complies: YES ____

Immediately behind the pump panel on the officer’s side of the body shall be a low-side compartment with a roll-up door.

The door opening shall be approximately 42” wide x 24” high.

The depth of this compartment shall be approximately 25” at the floor.

COMPARTMENT R2 Bidder Complies: YES ____

Immediately behind compartment R1 on the officer’s side of the body shall be a low-side compartment with a roll-up door.

The door opening shall be approximately 21” wide x 24” high.

The depth of this compartment shall be approximately 25” at the floor.

COMPARTMENT INTERIOR PAINT Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The interior of the equipment compartments shall be painted with gray spatter type coating.

The coating shall provide an even appearance that resists wear marks and reflects light evenly inside the compartments.

HOSE BED Bidder Complies: YES ____ NO ____

The hose bed shall have the following approximate dimensions:

- 144” Long x 64" Wide x 12” Deep

Flooring of the hose bed shall be integrated into the booster tank and shall have a grooved finish to aid in drainage of water and shall provide a positive stepping surface.

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