PBF_Battalion_HAZMAT_RFP_Specifications.pdf

City of Pittsburgh

Request for Proposal Specifications

Hazardous Materials Battalion Chief Apparatus

6/12/2026

Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Hazardous Materials Battalion Chief Apparatus Specifications

PBF Hazardous Materials Battalion Chief Apparatus Specifications 6/12/2026 2

Table of Contents

Information for Contractors 3-12

Warranty 12-13

Vehicle 13-19

Electrical System 20-22

Lighting – Non-Emergency 22-23

Lighting - Emergency Warning 23-26

Lighting – Scene 26-27

Audible Warning Devices 27

Electronic Warning System 27-28

Radio Communications Equipment 30-32

Ionization 32

Apparatus Rear Compartmention 33

Striping/Graphics 34-40

Appendix 41-47

Sentinel Slim 42-44

Streamlight Vulcan 45

Antenna 46-47

Cradlepoint Router 47

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Intent This specification has been developed by a joint labor/management – Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Apparatus Working Group. The dedicated members of the working group have invested countless hours developing and refining these Request for Proposal Specifications. The product herein is the result of a thorough assessment of conditions, needs, requirements, to provide the City of Pittsburgh with a ¾ Ton Pickup Truck designed for and to survive the rigorous service, terrain, and use cycles of the Bureau of Fire.

The intent of this specification is to describe a four (4) door ¾ Ton Pickup Truck apparatus that will be utilized by the Hazardous Materials Battalion Chief delivering service to the City of Pittsburgh.

This apparatus will be exposed to severe service, it is required that the contractor – in selection of components for construction of the apparatus, use materials and design practices that are the best available in the industry to ensure performance, service life, reliability, and safety with the minimum amount of down time. The intent is for proposals to not to just meet the minimum requirements of the specification but exceed, to provide the best solution for the customer.

Multiple Unit Purchase Proposals shall consider and present opportunities for multiple unit purchases. Each proposal must include the following:

• Multiple Apparatus Purchase Discount structure – indicating the discount applicable for multiple unit purchases and the thresholds that various discounts are applicable.

• Pre-Payment Options – each proposal must include a range of pre-payment options including but not limited to 100 percent, chassis pre-payment, etc. In each option the proposal must clearly indicate the cost savings applicable in the various purchase prepayment options offered.

• Multiple Year Contract – the City is interested in proposals that include multiple year purchase opportunities with a minimum term of three (3) years.

As a base line, the proposals should assume a one (1) unit purchase.

The purchaser, at their sole discretion, shall decide which options are most suitable. Any prepayment option selected must be accompanied with a performance bond.

Multiple Year Contract Proposals shall consider and present opportunities for a contract structure servicing multiple years of aerial apparatus purchases. Each proposal must include the following:

• Purchase contract pricing structure for no less than three (3) year contract for the purchase of aerial fire apparatus.

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• At the proposer's option, consideration will be afforded to the utilization of a cooperative purchase contract accessible to the City of Pittsburgh.

Information for Contractors Sealed proposals are desired from reputable upfit vendors of Automotive Fire and Rescue Apparatus in accordance with the attached specification as described below.

General Requirements Each proposal MUST include accurate, written, and detailed specifications covering the apparatus and related items which the contractor is proposing to furnish and to which the apparatus furnished under contract must conform. It is the intent of these specifications to cover the furnishing to the purchaser a complete apparatus constructed and equipped exactly as specified in the attached specifications.

Any details of construction, materials, or equipment not specified are left to the discretion of the contractor, whom will be responsible for all construction and manufacturing techniques involved in the construction and assembly of the apparatus.

All aspects of the proposed apparatus shall conform to any applicable rules/regulations imposed by any of the following Governing Agencies:

• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)

• Department of Transportation (DOT)

• Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT)

Reliability of Manufacturer The contractor/bidder shall furnish evidence that they can design, and upfit the apparatus specified, and shall clearly state the location of the facility used to upfit and test the equipment when completed. Manufacturer must have an established reputation in the field of fire apparatus upfit and have been in continuous business for a minimum of ten (10) years. A written chronological history of the bidder shall be included in the bid response package.

The contractor/bidder shall be capable of performing all the following items at their manufacturing facility. Under no circumstance shall any of these items be sub-contracted to other manufacturers or fabricators:

• Complete fabrication of the apparatus interior compartments and components.

• All 12-volt and 110-volt electrical wiring.

• All graphics and decal installation.

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Any contractor/bidder that does not perform all the above items shall be rendered un-responsive and their bid proposal shall be eliminated from the bid evaluation procedure causing rejection of bid.

At the request, and at the expense of the Purchaser, the contractor shall allow a trip to the manufacturing facility for at least four officials of the Purchaser prior to award of contract. During this facility inspection trip, the Purchaser must be given full access to all production areas in the facility. Areas that will be inspected shall include, but not limited to, ladder mounting, sheet metal fabrication, body assembly, electrical, painting, final assembly, and engineering.

This trip is necessary to ensure that the contractor has adequate facilities to manufacture the apparatus to the specifications attached. It should be clearly understood by the contractor/bidder that this inspection trip does not constitute acceptance of bid.

The contractor shall provide a list of a minimum of (5) similar apparatus constructed. The name and contact person, along with contact information, shall be provided with this. The manufacturer must have sufficient experience in manufacturing apparatus for the Metropolitan environment. The manufacturer should be familiar with Pittsburgh's topography and the seasonal corrosive road treatments that may impact the lifespan of components.

Also, a list of a minimum of (5) apparatus that have been constructed over five years shall also be provided. The name and contact person, along with telephone number shall be provided.

Responsibility of the Contractor The contractor is responsible for furnishing, inclusive in the response to this Request for Proposal a detailed description of the apparatus proposed. The detailed specifications shall include construction and performance details that the proposed apparatus shall conform to. The contractor shall also include a list of equipment to be supplied with the proposed apparatus.

The contractor’s specifications shall describe, in detail, all manufacturing and fabrication processes as well as material used in the construction of the apparatus. Other items that must be clearly listed in the contractors’/bidders’ specifications shall include all other items specifically called for in the attached specifications.

NFPA 1900 Compliance The vehicle shall at a minimum meet the requirements of the most current version of NFPA 1900. The contractors detailed proposal specifications shall include a statement clearly identifying all features and components that will not be fully compliant with the most current edition of NFPA 1900.

Written certification shall be provided by the manufacturer stating that the delivered apparatus complies with the NFPA 1900 Standard. If the purchaser has elected to provide, perform, outsource and/or contract with a third party or waive any item required by NFPA 1900, the

6/12/2026 6 manufacturer shall provide, upon delivery, a "Statement of Exceptions" per Chapter 7 of NFPA 1900 7.22.

The "Statement of Exceptions" shall include:

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

• A description of the aspect of the apparatus that is not compliant therewith or required equipment that is missing.

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

• An identification of the entity that will be responsible for making the necessary post-delivery changes or modifications or for suppling and installing any missing required equipment to the apparatus to achieve full compliance with chapters 7–16 of the standard.

Prior to, or at the time of, delivery of the apparatus, the Statement of Exceptions shall be signed by an authorized agent of the entity responsible for the final assembly of the apparatus and by an authorized agent of the purchasing entity, indicating a mutual understanding and agreement between the parties regarding the substance thereof.

Specifications The contractor is responsible for providing detailed specifications for the proposed apparatus.

“Stripper” or one line description style specifications are NOT acceptable. The purpose of the contractor specifications are to clearly describe in detail what the contractor intends to furnish to the purchaser. The contractor shall align the proposal specifications to the purchaser’s specifications for clarity of evaluation. Each bidder shall submit their bid in the same sequence as these specifications to allow the department to easily compare proposals. There shall be no exception to this requirement. In the case where the manufacturer proposes an alternate to the requirements in this specification, a complete list, referencing the variation shall be provided.

The list shall include a correlation, referencing the customer specification section (including page number), a description and justification of the exception, and reference (including page number) of the proposal specification page.

Fasteners Pop-rivets, self-tapping screws, or sheet metal screws SHALL NOT be used in any Non-OEM application throughout the vehicle without prior approval of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire (PBF).

All fasteners utilized in the construction of the apparatus shall be stainless steel. Fasteners that pass-through materials of dis-similar material shall include coating to prevent metal reaction and corrosion. There shall be no exception to this requirement.

Electrolysis Corrosion Control

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The apparatus shall be assembled using ECK or electrolysis corrosion control, on all high corrosion potential areas, located on the exterior of the vehicle. This coating is a high zinc compound that shall act as a sacrificial barrier to help minimize electrolysis and corrosion between dissimilar metals. This shall be in addition to any other barrier material that may be used.

Accessible Design Assembly of the completed apparatus shall include design and manufacture which facilitates repairs, maintenance, servicing and lubrication without disassembly. All welding shall be employed in the assembly of the apparatus in a manner that will not prevent the ready removal of any component part for service or repair. Construction must be designed and manufactured to permit ready access to electrical wiring systems and any chassis access panels for ease of maintenance.

Surface Finishing All surfaces shall be designed and manufactured to eliminate sharp edges and/or corners capable of producing an injury.

Optical Warning Light Certification The emergency warning light system shall be certified using one of the available methods provided for in NFPA 1900.

Electrical System Performance Certification A written load analysis and the results of the electrical system performance test shall be provided with the completed apparatus. The load analysis shall include the following:

• Nameplate rating of the alternator.

• The alternator rating under the conditions specified in NFPA 1900 10.3.

• Each of the component loads specified in NFPA 1900 10.3.3 that make up the minimum continuous electrical load.

• Additional electrical loads that, when added to the minimum continuous electrical load, determine the total continuous electrical load.

• Each individual intermittent electrical load.

Weight Certification Documents from a certified scale showing actual loading on the front, rear, individual axles, and per wheel, and overall apparatus weight shall be provided.

Component Availability If a component, option or feature as presented in these specifications is not available from the manufacturer, appropriate written documentation shall be provided by the contractor to the PBF stating that the specified component or feature is not available. The contractor may propose an alternate component or feature, submitting a thorough description, component specifications and supportive documentation for consideration by the PBF.

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“Or Equal” It is the intent of the Purchaser to purchase components that have a proven record of PBF use and satisfaction. All bidders should be aware that where brand names are listed in these specifications, comparable products from different manufacturers may be acceptable. The bidder shall simply provide the Department with a listing of brands that they intend to provide in lieu of the originally requested brand.

On any specified item with a direct part number and/or name, the contractor may request to provide an “or equal” component. This request must be provided with documentation clearly showing the replacement items meets or exceeds the specifications of the original item. The PBF will then compare the product and have the final approval.

Installation of Components Installation of all components shall follow the manufacturer’s recommendations pertaining to an apparatus of this type. The contractor shall provide written documentation of compliance upon PBF’s request.

Pennsylvania Procurement Code Consistent with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Procurement Code – Title 62 Pa C.S.A Procurement § 3734 - Motor vehicles to be manufactured in North America. -- All government agencies shall procure only motor vehicles which are manufactured in North America. A motor vehicle is manufactured in North America if a substantial majority of the principal components are assembled into the final product in an assembly plant in North America. Contract documents for the procurement of motor vehicles shall contain a provision that the vehicles procured by the government agency shall be manufactured in North America.

The City of Pittsburgh requires that vehicles be manufactured in the United States of America.

Proposals for vehicles not manufactured in the United States of America will not be accepted.

Bankruptcy Statement If the manufacturer of the apparatus, or if any owner, shareholder, or immediate relative of an owner or shareholder that has previously been involved in or held ownership in any company that has filed bankruptcy or any other type of reorganization plan, it must be clearly stated in the bid proposal. The statement must include details and dates of all occurrences.

Emergency Support The manufacturer of the apparatus shall maintain a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year factory support contact system to allow the purchaser to contact the manufacturer in case of emergency. The system shall be activated by a telephone call to the manufacturing facility.

Apparatus Service All prospective manufacturers must have a factory service facility or a contracted service facility for the warranty and collision repair of apparatus. The facility must be an authorized service facility for all components incorporated. In the case of contracted service facility – the contract

6/12/2026 9 must be established, and there must be an executed contract. The service facility must have a mobile service vehicle, capable of performing field maintenance. The manufacturers authorized service facility must be located within a 4-hour travel driving distance from 414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh PA 15219.

Each proposal must include a full description of the facility, a description of the relationship between the manufacturer and the service provider, a listing of the components the facility is authorized to repair, and the address of the facility. Each proposal must include photographs of the facility (inside and out), and photographs of the mobile service vehicle(s). Each proposal must also include a listing of the technicians employed, their experience, and all Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certifications.

The service facility must be indoors and heated, with adequate staffing to facilitate first class service. The service facility must be available for inspection by the PBF during the proposal evaluation period.

Delivery Schedule Each proposal must include a delivery estimate which quantifies, in calendar days, the completed apparatus build time. Delivery time is a critical factor in the evaluation of proposals.

The City of Pittsburgh is in critical need of replacement Command SUV Apparatus.

The following major apparatus components must include delivery estimates:

• Chassis completion

• Final Assembly completion

Manufacturer’s proposals must include a delivery timeline. Proposals shall include a late penalty clause, negotiated as a component of final proposal acceptance.

Delivery of Completed Apparatus When the apparatus is completed at the manufacturer’s facility, a factory trained delivery technician shall deliver the apparatus to the Purchaser. The technician shall familiarize all individual designated by the purchaser on the operation and maintenance of the apparatus at this time. The technician shall remain at the purchaser’s location for a sufficient period of time to allow all individuals to gain a thorough knowledge of the operation of the apparatus.

The apparatus MUST be delivered under its own power to the purchaser's location. The contractor is responsible for the costs associated with the delivery of the completed apparatus.

Submission of Proposals All bids shall be clearly typed and readable. Any bid that is deemed unreadable or is handwritten will be immediately rejected.

Any bid received after this time will be rejected and returned to the bidder unopened. It will be the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that the bid is received on time.

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All bids shall be submitted through the City of Pittsburgh’s – OpenGov system.

Proposal Validity Period To allow sufficient time to allow the purchaser, or designated officials thereof, sufficient time to evaluate all bid proposals received, all bids must remain valid for a period of no less than 120 calendar days from date of bid opening. All prices must remain firm for the entire period.

During the evaluation period, bidders may be asked to further clarify their proposals or answer questions that may arise during the evaluation of bid. It is the responsibility of the bidder to make clarifications, in writing, (electronic correspondence is acceptable) and signed by the President and/or General Manager of the manufacturing company. These written clarifications must be received within (72) hours of when they were requested by the Purchaser. Failure to respond within the allowed time will deem the bid proposal unresponsive and it will be rejected.

All information that is requested in the original bid packet must be included in the sealed bid proposal. Bidders will not be allowed to submit required documents after opening of bids.

Failure to include required information with bid will result in rejection of bid proposal.

Preconstruction Conference A preconstruction conference is required at the manufacturer’s facility. The preconstruction conference will review the specification, line by line. Required in attendance are, manufacturers engineering staff, and project manager. Each proposal shall include provisions for the attendance in person, at the expense of the manufacturer, for the following Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Apparatus Working Group members. One Chief Fire Officer representing Fire Administration, One City of Pittsburgh Fleet Manager or designee, One (1) Fleet Mechanic, and two (2) members of the Apparatus Working Group.

An apparatus cab equal to the size, design and layout as proposed in this RFP shall be on-site at the preconstruction conference to locate and determine the in-cab equipment mounting locations. There shall be no exception to this requirement.

Final Inspection A factory inspection of the completed apparatus shall occur upon completion. Required in attendance is the project manager. Each proposal shall include provisions for the attendance in person at the expense of the manufacturer, for the following Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Apparatus Working Group members. One Chief Fire Officer representing Fire Administration, One City of Pittsburgh Fleet Manager or designee, One (1) Fleet Mechanic, and two (2) members of the Apparatus Working Group.

Customer Web Portal or Electronic Media Sharing System The manufacturer shall provide either a web-based access or electronic media distribution system (email/shared file location) to construction photographs while the apparatus is being built. This access shall be provided through a secured area on the manufacturer's website and

6/12/2026 11 accessible only by individuals authorized by the Bureau. Alternatively, the manufacturer can provide construction progress updates electronically. The frequency of updates must be agreed upon at the preconstruction conference. The intent is for the manufacturer to provide detailed in-process updates clearly demonstrating the construction process.

The following photos, at minimum, shall be available:

1. Chassis (front, left, right and rear).

2. Body (front, left, right and rear).

3. Body upfits in process

4. Final assembly (front, right, left and rear).

This interaction will enhance the communication process during the construction of the apparatus and will provide the Department remote access to the apparatus during construction process.

Due to the complexity of apparatus, this interaction will provide the Department a method of checking specification compliance. Because this interaction is considered critical to the construction process, no exception will be allowed to this requirement.

Pennsylvania State Inspection The completed vehicle must comply with all requirements of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation required Annual State Inspection.

NFPA Required Equipment The end user of this apparatus shall provide all other equipment and accessories that are required by NFPA 1900 but not specifically listed in these specifications.

Seated and Belted Warning Label A permanent label shall be provided that is visible to all occupants that states that they should be seated and belted while the apparatus is in motion. The label shall also state potential injuries or death that could be caused if the safety belts are not used properly.

Cab Interior Equipment Mounting Label A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab warning of the dangers of unsecured equipment inside the cab. The label shall state that all equipment shall be properly secured and also warn of potential injury or death that could be caused by failing to do so.

Maximum Vehicle Occupancy Label

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A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab in view of the driver stating the maximum number of personnel that can ride in the apparatus. The label shall also warn of potential injury or death that could be caused by exceeding the stated capacity.

Vehicle Backing Label A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab in view of the driver advising of proper procedures to following when the apparatus is in reverse motion. The label shall also warn of potential injury or death that could be caused by failing to follow proper procedures.

No Smoking Sign Compliant with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Department of Health, licensed QRS Agency requirements, a “No Smoking” sign must be installed in the cab of the vehicle. The sign shall be clearly visible to the occupants of the cab, while in a seated position.

Siren Noise Warning Label A permanent label shall be provided inside the apparatus cab – visible by all occupants warning of potential injury that could be received from the noise of the siren. The label shall also state safety precautions that should be taken when the siren is in use.

Fluid Capacity Label A permanent plate shall be mounted in the driver's compartment specifying the quantity and type of the following fluids used in the apparatus for normal maintenance:

A permanent plate shall be mounted in the driver's compartment specifying the quantity and type of the following fluids used in the apparatus for normal maintenance:

• Engine oil.

• Engine coolant.

• Chassis transmission fluid.

• Pump transmission fluid.

• Drive axle fluid.

• Air conditioning refrigerant.

• Air conditioning lubrication oil.

• Power steering fluid.

• Front tire cold pressure.

• Rear tire cold pressure.

• Maximum tire speed ratings.

Length – Height - Weight Label One (1) permanent plates or labels shall be provided in the cab stating the overall length, height and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), in tons, of the completed apparatus. One label shall be in clear view of the apparatus driver while seated in the driver’s seat. The Height/Weight label shall be a minimum of 3 inches x 3 inches, engraved on a high visibility background.

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The weight shall be expressed in tons and the length/height shall be expressed in feet and inches.

The wording on this label shall indicate that the information on the plate/label was current at the time of manufacture and if the overall height of the apparatus changes while the vehicle is in service, the purchaser shall revise the height dimension on the plate.

Warranty The completed apparatus shall be covered by warranty periods as listed in the table below. In situations where the apparatus manufacturer utilizes components from various manufacturers in the completed product, the principal manufacturer shall serve as the Single Source of Warranty Administration. The manufacturer shall coordinate and support ANY and ALL warranty claims experienced by the purchaser during the valid warranty periods. The customer shall simply present the warranty claim to a single point of contact with the Principal Manufacturer to initiate a warranty claim. The Principal Manufacturer shall coordinate the Warranty Administration with the varied component manufacturers. There shall be no exception to this requirement.

Required Warranty Minimums

Chassis (24) months Bumper to Bumper (36) Months Engine (5) Years or 100,000 miles LED Lighting (10) Years

Warranty Repair work must be complete within (30) calendar days of notification by the customer to the Principal Manufacturer single point of contact for Warranty Administration. For each warranty repair that is not completed within the (30) calendar day requirement, the manufacturer shall extend the warranty by (30) days for each occurrence.

Apparatus requiring Warranty Repair are required to be transported by the Principal Manufacturer. The apparatus will be available for pick up at the City of Pittsburgh Vehicle Maintenance Facility. The manufacturer must provide a fully licensed driver, with liability insurance coverage greater than the replacement value of the apparatus to transport the apparatus to and from the warranty repair facility. The Principal Manufacturer is responsible for all transportation costs including tolls, fees, fuel, and all associated costs.

Proposals are encouraged to include optional warranty lengths more than the minimum required warranty terms as listed above. If optional extended warranties are available, the proposal should include the details of the additional warranty and the cost associated.

Chassis The cab and chassis shall be a 2026 Chevrolet ¾ Ton or newer with the equipment Group detailed below. The vehicle shall include design considerations for emergency vehicle applications. The chassis must have the capacity to support a fully laden apparatus, one

6/12/2026 14 hundred (100) percent of the time. The chassis year of manufacture shall be the most current model year at time of response proposal submission.

The unequipped personnel weight shall be calculated at 250 lbs. per person, times the maximum number of persons to ride on the apparatus.

BASE VEHICLE

Model Year: 2026 or newer Make: Chevrolet Model: Silverado 2500HD 4-Wheel Drive, Crew Cab, Standard Bed Fleet Customer: Work Truck/Fleet Customer – 1WT/RFJ – Fleet Processing Option Country: Country United States of America (USA) Group: Commercial / Fleet Preferred Equipment Group GVW: GVW rating 10,450 LBS Max Conventional Towing Capacity: 16,000 LBS

EMISSIONS

Emissions, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington state requirements - NE1

ENGINE

Engine, 6.6L V8 with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing, gasoline, (401 hp [299 kW] @ 5200 rpm, 464 lb-ft of torque [629 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) (STD) - L8T

TRANSMISSION

Transmission, 10-Speed automatic (Included and only available with (L5P) Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine. - MGM

GVWR

GVWR, 10,450 lbs. (4740 kg) (STD) (Included and only available with CK20743 model and (L8T) 6.6L V8 gas engine with 17" wheels or CC20753 model and (L8T) 6.6L V8 gas engine with 18" or 20" wheels.) - JGD

AXLE

Rear axle, 3.73 ratio (Requires (L8T) 6.6L V8 gas engine. - GT4

EQUIPMENT GROUP

Work Truck Preferred Equipment Group includes standard equipment – 1WT

WHEELS

Wheels, 17" (43.2 cm) machined aluminum - PYV

TIRES

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LT275/70R17E all-terrain, Blackwall - QXT

Tire, spare LT275/70R17 all-terrain, Blackwall LT275/70R17E all-terrain, Blackwall tires

Tire carrier lock keyed cylinder lock that utilizes same key as ignition and door

EXTERIOR

Primary Color: Summit White-GAZ

• CornerStep, rear bumper

• BedStep, Black integrated on forward portion of bed on driver and passenger side

• Moldings, beltline,

• Black Cargo tie downs (12), fixed rated at 500 lbs per corner

• Headlamps, halogen reflector with halogen

• Daytime Running Lamps IntelliBeam, automatic high beam on/off

• Taillamps with incandescent tail, stop and reverse lights

• Lamps, cargo area, cab mounted integrated with center high mount stop lamp, with switch in bank on left side of steering wheel

• Mirrors, outside high-visibility vertical trailering lower convex mirrors, manual-folding/extending (extends 3.31" [84.25mm]), molded in Black Mirror caps, Black Glass, solar absorbing, tinted

• Tailgate, standard

• Tailgate and bed rail protection cap, top

• Tailgate, locking, utilizes same key as ignition and door (Upgraded to (QT5) EZ Lift power lock and release tailgate when (PCV) WT Convenience Package or (ZLQ) WT Fleet Convenience Package is ordered. Not available with (ZW9) pickup bed delete.)

• Tailgate, gate function manual, no EZ Lift (Deleted with (ZW9) pickup bed delete.)

• Door handles, Black grained

SEAT TYPE

Seats, front 40/20/40 split-bench with covered armrest storage and under-seat storage (lockable) (STD) - AZ3

Trim: Jet Black, Cloth seat trim (On Work Truck requires (PCV) WT Convenience Package or (ZLQ) WT Fleet Convenience Package, (A2X) 10-way power driver seat adjuster and (KI4) 120-volt power outlet. Only available with Fleet or Government order on Work Truck.) - HOU

AUDIO SYSTEM

Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system 7" diagonal HD color touchscreen, AM/FM stereo, Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto compatibility (STD) - IOR

EQUIPMENT PACKAGE

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WT/CX Safety Package includes (UD5) Front and Rear Park Assist, (UKC) Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert and (UFG) Rear Cross Traffic Alert (Requires (ZLQ) WT Fleet Convenience Package or (PCV) WT Convenience Package. Requires (C49) rear-window defogger, (KI4) 120-volt power outlet, (KC9) 120-volt bed-mounted power outlet and (DWI) trailer mirrors. Includes (V46) Chrome front bumper and (VJH) Chrome rear bumper. - PQA

Snow Plow Prep/Camper Package includes (KW5) 220-amp alternator, includes increased front GAWR on Heavy Duty models, (NZZ) skid plates (transfer case and oil pan), pass through dash grommet hole and roof emergency light provisions. - VYU

WT Convenience Package includes (QT5) EZ Lift power lock and release tailgate, (AKO) tinted windows, (C49) rear-window defogger, (DBG) power trailer mirrors with heated upper glass and manual extending/folding (Required on Regular Cab models with (L5P) Duramax 6.6L Turbo- Diesel V8 engine. (DBG) trailer mirrors may be upgraded to (DWI) trailer mirrors or (DLN) mirrors. Regular Cab models require (DWI) trailer mirrors or (DLN) mirrors.) - PCV

Z71 Off-Road Package includes (Z71) Off-Road suspension with off-road tuned twin tube Rancho shocks, (JHD) Hill Descent Control and (NZZ) skid plates (transfer case and oil pan) (Requires 4WD model. Includes (QXT) LT265/70R17 all-terrain, blackwall tires.

EQUIPMENT – MECHANICAL/EXTERIOR

Durabed, pickup bed Engine, 6.6L V8 with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing, gasoline, (401 hp [299 kW] @ 5200 rpm, 464 lb-ft of torque [629 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) (STD) Transmission, 10-Speed automatic (STD) (Standard with (L8T) 6.6L V8 gas engine.)

Rear axle, 3.73 ratio (Requires (L8T) 6.6L V8 gas engine.

• GVWR, 10,450 lbs. (4740 kg) (STD)

• Push Button Start

• Air filter, heavy-duty Air filtration monitoring

• Transfer case, two-speed electronic shift with push button controls (Requires 4WD models.) Auto-locking rear differential

• Four wheel drive

• Cooling, external engine oil cooler

• Cooling, auxiliary external transmission oil cooler

• Battery, heavy-duty 720 cold-cranking amps/80 Amp-hr maintenance-free with rundown protection and retained accessory power

• Trailer brake controller, integrated

• Frame, fully-boxed, hydroformed front section and a fully-boxed stamped rear section

• Recovery hooks, front, frame-mounted, Black

• Suspension Package

• Steering, Recirculating Ball with smart flow power steering system

• Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc with DURALIFE rotors

• Brake lining wear indicator

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• Capless Fuel Fill

• Exhaust, single, side

Battery, auxiliary, 700 cold-cranking amps/70 Amp-hr – K4Z

Alternator, 220 amps (Included with (VYU) Snow Plow Prep/Camper Package. Free flow on (L8T) 6.6L V8 gas engine.) - KW5

Transfer case, two-speed active electronic Autotrac with push button control (Requires a Fleet or Government Sales order and 4WD.) - NQH

Ornamentation, delete (Not available with (9R1) pickup bed decal delete or (9M4) tailgate nameplate and decal delete.) - 8F2

Chevytec spray-on bedliner Black (does not include spray-on liner on tailgate due to Black composite inner panel) - CGN

License plate kit, front – VK3

Back-up alarm, 97 decibels – 8S3

EQUIPMENT - INTERIOR

• Seat adjuster, driver 4-way manual

• Seat adjuster, passenger 4-way manual

• Seat, rear 60/40 folding bench (folds up), 3-passenger (includes child seat top tether anchor) (Requires Crew Cab or Double Cab model.)

• Floor covering, rubberized-vinyl (Not available with LPO floor liners.)

• Steering wheel, urethane Steering column, Tilt-Wheel, manual with wheel locking security feature

• Instrument cluster 6-gauge cluster featuring speedometer, fuel level, engine temperature, tachometer, voltage and oil pressure

• Driver Information Center, 3.5" diagonal monochromatic display Exterior Temperature

Display located in radio display Compass located in instrument cluster Rear Seat Reminder (Requires Crew Cab or Double Cab model.)

• Window, power front, drivers express up/down

• Window, power front, passenger express down

• Windows, power rear, express down (Not available with Regular Cab models.)

• Door locks, power Remote Keyless Entry with 2 transmitters

• Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed, steering wheel-mounted

• USB Ports, 2, Charge/Data ports located on instrument panel

• Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt

• Air conditioning, single-zone Air vents, rear, heating/cooling (Not available on Regular

Cab models.)

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• Mirror, inside rearview, manual tilt

Upfitter switch kit, (5) Provides 3-30 amp and 2-20 amp configurable circuits to facilitate installation of aftermarket electrical accessories. Kit with all required parts will be shipped loose with the truck for installation by the dealer or upfitter at customer expense. - 9L7

Universal Vehicle Module Includes module, customer interface harness and instructions.

Provides vehicle data over an open CAN network (J1939). 10 switchable inputs/outputs and Custom Configuration Tool to integrate upfit equipment controls. Software features that support Auto Vehicle Start, Shutdown Inhibit, Fast Idle and Snow Plow. - KGU

USB ports, rear, dual, charge-only – UBI

EQUIPMENT – SAFETY

• Airbags, Dual-stage frontal airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Head-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard seating positions; Includes front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal outboard passenger airbag

• HD Rear Vision Camera

• Following Distance Indicator

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Removes OnStar Basics (OnStar Fleet Basics for Fleet) (Included and only available on vehicles being shipped to Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, or Guam. CREDIT – R9L

Deleted Mobile Service Plus. By selecting R9W, you acknowledge that you are forgoing the margin and the ability to receive MobileService+ allowances. - R9Y

Front and Rear Park Assist, ultrasonic (Included and only available with (PQA) WT/CX Safety Package. Included – UD5

Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert (Included and only available with (PQA) WT/CX Safety Package. Included – UKC

Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert (Included and only available with (PQA) WT/CX Safety Package. - UVO

EQUIPMENT

LPO, Molded splash guards, Black (dealer-installed) - VQK

LPO, Black work step (dealer-installed) - VQO

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Label, fasten seat belts "Fasten Seat Belts" reminder label on right-hand and left-hand front side door glass (Requires Crew Cab 4WD model.) - 8X8

LPO, Underseat storage (dealer-installed) (Requires Crew Cab or Double Cab model.) - VBJ

Trailering Package includes trailer hitch, 7-pin connector and (CTT) Hitch Guidance

Remote Vehicle Starter system - AQQ

Tires If the manufacturer proposes an alternate tire model, substantial and clear explanation must be provided for consideration. In proposing alternates, the manufacturer shall select tire tread and performance to navigate the complex geography of the City of Pittsburgh.

Each tire and wheel shall be balanced prior to installation.

Each tire and wheel shall include a visual tire pressure indicator as required by NFPA 1900. The manufacturer shall detail their proposed tire pressure monitoring system in the proposal. Factory installed chassis-based tire pressure monitoring systems are acceptable.

Chassis Leveling Kit Based upon the designated chassis loading for accessories and equipment, the completed apparatus may require a chassis leveling kit installed to maintain a level profile for the vehicle.

Mudflaps Weathertech Brand No-Drill Front and rear mudflaps, black in color shall be provided and installed.

Floor Liners Weathertech Brand front and rear floor liners, black in color shall be provided.

Vent Visors Low Profile Husky Liner Vent Visors shall be provided and installed on the cab side doors.

Chassis Provided Line Voltage Receptacle All chassis provided Line Voltage receptacles must be relocated to an accessible position. The exact location will be determined at the preconstruction conference.

Wire Covers Wire covers shall be provided and installed for ALL exposed wiring in the apparatus cab.

Tool Mounts

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The following equipment mounts shall be supplied and mounted in the cab interior. The exact location will be determined at the Final Inspection.

• Two (2) Snap-Close Spring Hooks

Truck Bed Cover Cap One (1) ARE Brand Truck Bed Cover Cap shall be provided. The bed cover cap shall include the below features:

Truck Cap: DCU MAX Series 23"

• Color: GM Summit White

• Trim: Black

• No Ladder Rack Provision

• Driver Side Panels: Side Door

• Driver Side Panel Options: Side Door - Metal Skin

• Driver Side Panel Lighting: Single Door Rope Light with Prop Switch

• Driver Side Toolbox: Standard Toolbox

• Driver Side Toolbox Divider: Option 8

• Passenger Side Panels: Side Door

• Passenger Side Panel Options: Side Door - Metal Skin

• Passenger Side Panel Lighting: Single Door Rope Light with Prop Switch and AUX Rival

Light Rear Door: Standard Door

• Rear Door Options: Radius Window with Security Screen and Metal Skin (SD)

• Rear Door Lighting Options: Rope Light with Prop Switch and AUX Rival Light

• Interior Finish: Fossliner - Full Unit

• Front Window: Mitered Picture Window - Security Screen

• Roof Plates: Prime Design Plates

The truck bed cover cap shall feature electronic power operated locks on the three (3) access doors (Drivers side, passenger side, rear hatch. The locks shall be integrated into the vehicle door locking system and actuated via the vehicle key fob and automatic vehicle controls.

Truck Bed Slide Out Bed The vehicle shall be provided with one (1) ExtendoBed Brand roll out tray. The tray shall have a 2000lb capacity and feature a 110% extension range. The roll out tray shall be fastened to the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's installation requirements.

• ExtendoBed – EB-2075

• 2000LB

• 110% Extension

Electrical System The apparatus – chassis and body accessory wiring shall utilize a 12-volt electrical system.

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The electrical system shall exceed the requirements of NFPA 1900 and include labeling on each wire as to function. Wire shall be individually color coded and be labeled every six (6) inches on the insulation.

Any wiring harness utilized in the construction of this apparatus must be purpose built. Generic harnesses featuring “extra wires” that are not associated with the construction of the apparatus will not be accepted.

Electrical connections in exposed areas outside of the cab shall be made using heat shrink or weather- proof connections. All terminals exposed to the elements will be sprayed with a high visibility protective rubberized coating to prevent corrosion. All weather exposed lights shall have the sockets coated with this same compound.

Wiring shall be run in a heat protective loom that is held in place with a rubber coated bracket that is fastened in place with stainless steel fasteners. All wire loom must be positive anchor connected at no greater than 12-inch intervals.

All communication and data lines are to be shielded and in an independent harness from all other wires.

All electrical switching systems and connections shall be easily accessible for service. The location of these points will be in the apparatus cab and in an enclosed box recessed into the floor or back side wall of a rear compartment. All wire connections shall be protected to promote a lasting, corrosion-free connection. All exterior terminal blocks will be installed in a weather resistant box. All wire harnesses will be easily accessible and replaceable.

All pass-through holes cut into the body of the vehicle where wiring harnesses travel shall have Heyco style bushings to protect the wires from chaffing. All holes that pass to exterior of the body shall have approved, expanding sealing compound to seal the wires and the body from the weather.

All ground connections made on the chassis frame or body on remote appliances shall utilize star (toothed) ring terminal and be coated from the weather with a silicon-based sealant.

Each wire run shall be rated at no less than 125% of the specified ampacity of the connected load.

All interface wiring to OEM wiring shall be done in accordance with the OEM guidelines. All interface wiring shall utilize t-style no cut harness connection

Fuse tap or crimp tee-taps shall not be permitted in any wiring.

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All lighting and accessory equipment must be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's specification. All interior cab items shall be mounted with airbag safety standards followed. No modifications to the OEM frame assembly or suspension systems shall be permitted. All cuts or modifications made to chassis body or interior assemblies must be sealed prior to component installation.

All exterior lighting and through-body equipment shall be fastened to the sheet metal of the vehicle using approved rivet nut fasteners, allowing the use of machine thread fasteners. The use of sheet metal style screws is not acceptable.

The main power feed shall be rated for 200% of the ampacity of the carried load. The cable run from the vehicles battery bank must be circuit protected within a minimum distance of 16-inches from the power source (battery) and must be easily disconnected in the event of emergency or maintenance. The power feed will service all connected appliances and warning systems. Lug style power studs will be provided in the center console and rear under seat storage box housing the distribution system and main radio units. The design and installation must create clean, noise and interference free power.

The custom under seat enclosure for the mounting of electrical components and radio units must be fully enclosed and incorporate a ventilation fan to reduce the heat generated by the components.

A Charge guard system shall be installed to prevent accessory power demand loads from depleting the chassis battery system. Exact circuits protected by the charge guard system shall be determine at the preconstruction conference.

All electrical wiring shall be protected. The panels protecting apparatus wiring and multiplex components shall be easily accessible. Designs that are not easily accessible shall not be accepted. Each proposal must include sufficient description, including photographs of wire protection methods and multiplex component mounting and access.

Accessory Power One auxiliary six (6) position Blue Sea Systems 5025 blade type fuse panel shall be installed in the rear interior bed cap. The fuse panel shall be protected by a 30-amp fuse. The panel shall be capable of carrying up to a maximum 30-amp battery direct load.

The cab shall include two (2) dual universal serial bus (USB) charging receptacle in the cab center console switch panel to provide a power source for USB chargeable electrical equipment.

Each dual USB receptacle shall include two ports and shall be capable of up to a 5 Volt 2.1-amp output. Port 1 is USB-A. Port 2 is USB-C 3.1 or higher. The receptacles shall be wired battery direct. The exact location of (3) Dual USB receptacles shall be located at the pre-construction conference. The Dual USB receptacles shall be wired battery direct, and always hot powered.

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The apparatus shall include one (1) complete set of AS-BUILT wiring schematics and option wiring diagrams. The wiring diagram shall be a digital copy. The wiring diagrams shall detail all components of the completed apparatus and feature detailed and comprehensive diagrams, locations and wire colors.

Battery Conditioner A Blue Sea Auto Charger P12 7532 battery conditioner shall be supplied. The battery conditioner shall provide a 40-amp output for the chassis batteries. The battery conditioner shall be mounted in the cab located at the preconstruction conference. A Blue Sea EV 7517 battery conditioner display shall be supplied. The battery conditioner display shall be mounted in a location to be determined at the preconstruction conference.

A Kussmaul 20-amp electrical receptacle shall be supplied. It shall automatically eject the plug when the starter button is depressed. The electrical inlet shall be installed on the driver side rear of the vehicle in the area behind the rear wheel. The electrical inlet shall be connected to the battery conditioner and feature a white cover. The exact location shall be determined at the pre-construction conference.

The completed apparatus shall include (2) Kussmaul Eject Pigtails (yellow) shipped loose to provide adequate stock and ensure the in-service capacity for the apparatus. Exact configuration of the pigtails to be determined at the Preconstruction conference.

The battery conditions system MUST include factory testing AND pre-installation testing to ensure the units are functioning properly prior installation. Proposals that do not include the factory and pre-installation testing will be rejected. The manufacturer must provide certification testing results at the final inspection.

Lighting – Non-Emergency Turn Signals Front Turn signals shall be provided by the chassis manufacturer. Where applicable the emergency warning light system shall be incorporated into the activation of turn signals.

Under Hatch and Rear Compartment Lighting A minimum of two (2) Linear Whelen Strip-Lite Plus LED compartment lights shall be provided in the interior of the rear hatch to provide lighting under the rear hatch when opened. Two (2) Additional Linear Whelen Strip Light Plus LED ceiling mounted LED work light shall be provided to provide lighting over the rear bed. The lights shall function automatically. The lights shall be dual function red/white with a switch located at the preconstruction conference. The Lights shall function automatically when the rear bed cover hatch is open.

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