Attachment_G21_-_option_LU46_(SIN_100L_FPS-3)_-_REVISED_07_19_2017.pdf

FEDERAL PROTECTIVE SERVICE

UTILITY POLICE USE

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FPS-3

OPTION LU46

1.0 SCOPE

This product description is for SUV police vehicles. Federal Protective Services (FPS) is responsible for protecting property owned, occupied and secured by the U.S. Government as well as the people on that property. GSA Fleet will acquire and lease to FPS, GSA Item 100L fully equipped law enforcement vehicles as specified within.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 FEDERAL STANDARDS AND CODES

Code of Federal Regulations 49 CFR 393 (FMCSR) and 571 (FMVSS) Application for copies of DOT publication should reference the code of Federal Regulations, 49 CFR, and the Federal Register and should be addressed to the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

They may also be accessed on the Internet through GPO Access at http://www.access.gpo.gov.

2.2 SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS, INC.

J1292 - Automobile, Truck, Truck-Tractor, Trailer, and Motor Coach Wiring Application for copies of SAE publications should be addressed to:

SAE, Inc., 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096

2.3 DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY - VEHICLE GUIDE- March 2005

2.4 NATIONAL TRUCK EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION

ULTRAMOD Spreadsheet Application for the NTEA ULTRAMOD spreadsheet should be addressed to:

NTEA, 37400 Hills Tech Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48331-3414

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

Materials shall be as specified herein. When materials are not specified, the vehicle and all parts thereof shall be furnished to provide the intended function, durability, safety, and maintain good long-term appearance. All materials shall be new, shall be suitable for the intended purpose, and shall be free of any characteristics or defects in material and workmanship, which may affect the performance, function, durability, and serviceability of the finished vehicle, or detract from its appearance. The government reserves the right to make the final determination of the suitability of all components and their arrangement on and in the vehicle.

All conversions and modifications shall conform to all requirements of the OEM’s Modifier /Upfitter Guide.

The contractor shall ensure that the application and installation of major subcomponents and systems is compliant with subcomponent vendors’ requirements and recommendations.

3.1 BASE CONFIGURATION VEHICLE

GSA Standard Item 100L Part A: GSA Options: non-mandatory, the ordering activity shall evaluate all and select required options available in AutoChoice, less the options listed in Part B. The option(s) listed below is/are required for the customer name identified in the description of this LU option.

http://www.access.gpo.gov/

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Part B: GSA Options: mandatory, the GSA contractor must include the options listed below in the price of this LU option. The content(s) of the following option(s) is/are required to provide a turn-key solution. The ordering activity must not select these individual options when slecting this LU option in AutoChoice as this action will result in redundant pricing. Ordering activities may not request deletion of any of the option(s) when selecting this LU option. Requests or orders submitted with AREQs to delete any of these options will be rejected by GSA.

• FLED

• RDI

• SLED

• DRL

• AC2

• RKE

3.1.1 CONTENT

OEM and/or aftermarket kits, components, and harnesses shall provide the following features:

• 100 watt siren speaker includes bracket

• prewire for grille lights, siren, and speaker

• rear quarter glass side marker lights, DS red/PS blue

• tail lamp lighting solution –white LEDs only

• rear lighting solution lift glass & interior liftgate lip, DS red/PS blue

• cargo wiring upfit package

• police wire harness connector kit front

• police wire harness connector kit rear

• front warning auxiliary lamps (R) (B)

• forward indicator pocket lamps (R) (B)

• rear view camera viewable in rear view mirror

• police engine idle, key removal feature

• rear spoiler traffic warning lights, red/blue

3.2 AFTERMARKET CONTENT, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The contractor shall procure all required resources, supplies, equipment, and perform all equipment installation to produce the vehicles. The base vehicles will be shipped from the OEM to the place of performance. The work shall be executed at a single location to assure uniformed installation processes.

The effort includes installing communications, electrical, lighting, and support equipment to produce fully-functional vehicles capable of supporting law enforcement operations. The vehicles shall meet all applicable DOT and FMVSS safety standards after modification. Modifications shall not disable vehicle OEM features, unless specified within.

3.3 CENTER CONSOLE

One (1) center console shall be provided, Troy Products model CC-UV-L-18, or equal, shall be provided.

The center console shall include cup holder, filler plates, mounting for siren control, two (2) power ports for 12-volt ignition, USB and Aux input jack for mobile devices, and mounting provisions for warning and flood light controls. The center console shall be installed in accordance to manufacturer’s instructions between the two front seats.

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3.3.1 CENTER CONSOLE ACCESSORIES

The center console shall include mounting and installation provisions for the following equipment.

a. One (1) Motorola 05 Control head for APX7500 radio

b. One (1) Troy Products model FP-MXTL2500, face plate for radio

c. One (1) Whelen Cencom remote control head

d. One (1) Troy Products model FP-WCENCOM-JD face plate

e. One (1) Troy Products model FP-AP2, 2” face plate with two (2) DC outlet holes

f. Two (2) Troy Products model L3-AP1SET, DC outlets

g. Troy Products FP-BLNK1/2, 1” +2" filler plates as required

i. One (1) Troy Products AC-INBHG, 4” internal dual beverage holder

3.4 LAPTOP PACKAGE

One (1) heavy duty passenger side lap top mount, Troy Products CM-PSUV-SL-1300, or equal, shall be provided. The lap top mount package includes the base plate, pole with adjustable handle, swing arm motion device with tilt-swivel, and stability support arm.

One (1) universal mount for laptops with widths up to 17 inches shall be provided. The mount shall be installed on the swing arm.

One (1) 90 watt DC to DC lap top power supply shall be provided compatible with Dell model 6340 6430 laptop. The power supply shall be securely mounted inside the console or under dash and hard wired to the vehicle’s electrical system

3.5 GUN BOX AND WEAPONS MOUNT AND LOCK

One (1) gun box shall be provided, Troy Products model CP-2D-403412-PBK2,or equal, shall be provided. The dimensions are 40” W x 34” L x 12” H. The gun box shall include two (2) sliding drawers, three (3) handles, and two (2) simplex push-button cypher locks with key override. One drawer shall be large enough to accommodate six (6) “Plano” type boxes (FPS equipment) approximately 16”L x 8”W x 7”H; the second drawer shall be smaller and shall include be one (1) compartment. The gun box shall be mounted ton top of the rear cargo mount.

One (1) rifle storage rack with timer and delay and hand cuff key for the M4, Santa Cruz SC-6 universal lock and SC-1900 butt plate, or equal, shall be provided. The mount shall be postioned horizontally on the front side of the K-9 partition, rifle muzzle facing towards passenger side with the magazine facing down. Mounting brackets for the lock and butt shall be included and located as required to not impede operation of the front K-9 exit door. The electric lock function shall not operate unless the key is in the ignition .

3.6 REAR CARGO MOUNT

One (1) tilt-up cargo mount, Troy Products model CP-UV-CARGO-MNT,or equal, shall be provided in the rear cargo area.

One (1) tip-down electronics tray, Troy Products model AC-UV-TRAY-H, or equal, shall be provided under the rear cargo mount.

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3.7 K-9 PROVISIONS

One (1) canine platform with window guards and door panels, American Aluminum E/Z Rider, model PF- Interceptor SUV (EZPF_INTERC.SUV_11-16), or equal, shall be provided and installed. The platform shall be constructed from 0.125 inch mill finish aluminum. Pan head fasterners shall used in the kennel's interior

The platform shall include a front sliding emergency escape door on sliding track with spring loaded locking system. . A fixed platform shall be provided in front of the escape door to improve canine leg safe ease of egress. The back panel shall be made of mill finish aluminum. A seamless spill-proof base pan fully welded, shall be contoured to allow canine leg safe ease on entry and exit. The base shall extend door sill to door sill utilizing all available space and allowing for easy rinsing and cleaning without damage to the vehicle. The canopy shall include a punch design allowing for maximum airflow from the vehicles OEM rear A/C and heat. All platforms shall include contoured window guards and door panels. The window guards shall be powder coated black and hinged either on top or bottom to allow for easy cleaning and maintenance. The door panels shall be contoured, smooth, flat design. All mounting shall be tool fastended. All sharp edges shall be deburred.

The front partition shall include clear perforated plastic guards behind the driver and passenger head rests, full height of the sections of the partitions. The guards shall prevent the canine from accessing the seating head rests. The guard shall be installed on the forward side of the partition.

One (1) custom rubber mat liner, American Aluminum, model E/Z Rubber Mat, or equal, shall be provided.

One (1) temperature monitor, alarm, fan, shroud, and control module, American Aluminum, model E/Z Coolguard Temp Monitoring and Alert, or equal, shall be provided and installed. The fan’s exhaust shall be located on the passenger side rear door. The exhaust fan shall be fully shrouded, five interior sides.

The fan shall be thermostatically controlled with user adjustable range of 87 to 92 degrees F. The window shall be automatically controlled via the thermostat, ie: opens when the fan is energized. The system shall be installed in accordance to the manufacturer’s instructions.

One (1) remote pager with control, antenna, and cabling, American Aluminum, model E/Z Coolguard Pager, or equal, shall be provided and installed.

The rear doors shall be equipped with locks with remote disable, labels shall be provided identifying release mechanisms.

3.8 PORTABLE RADIO CHARGER AND MOUNT

One (1) Astro XTS Tri-Chemistry portable radio charger with an integral mount, Motorola model WPLN4208D, shall be provided. The charger shall be installed between the seats on the console

3.9 RADIO PREP PACKAGE

FPS shall provide and install, after acceptance and delivery, one (1) each Motorola VHF APX7500 type radio with 05 control head for drivers use.

The contractor shall provide and install 12VDC power provision for radio installation in the console and rear cargo area.(Battery +/- and Switched Ignition in both locations) . The cable ends shall be a minimum length of 24 inch loops.

The contractor shall supply and install the following .

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One (1) Motorola model HKN6169B, remote mount data cable, 17 feet length.

One (1) Motorola model HKN6188B, control head power

One (1) Motorola model HKN4192B, power cable with connector 20 feet length, or equal

The contractor shall provide and install an auxilliary radio speaker rated at 7.5 watts, Motorola model B18, near the center console.

The contractor shall provide and install the following antennas. Coaxial cable shall be provided and installed from the antenna to the rear cargo . The rear cargo end of the cable shall be terminated. The rear cargo cable end shall be a minimum length of 24 inch loops. The GPS antenna location shall be to the front of the roof, the UHF antenna shall be in the middle of the roof, and the VHF antenna shall be to the rear of the roof.

ANTENNAS

ITEM MODEL

NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT

1 ROOF-NT-NITI STI-CO FLEX WHIP ANTENNA TUNEABLE 136 MHZ TO 1

GHZ WITH NMO 1 EA

2 ROOF-NT-NITI STI-CO FLEX WHIP ANTENNA TUNEABLE 136 MHZ TO 1

GHZ WITH NMO 1 EA

3 GA00226 ADD: GPS ANTENNA 1 EA

The contractor shall provide and install a magnetic microphone clip conversion kit, Parr Public Safety model MMSU-1, or equal, shall be provided and installed by the contractor.

All antennas, cables, mic clips, speakers, and integration shall be supplied and installed by the contactor.

All cabling, antennas, and interconnects shall be routed and installed in accordance to manufacturers’ specifications to minimize risk of electromagnetic interference.

3.10 DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

All DC wiring shall be in accordance with the applicable portion of SAE J1292.

All DC wiring mounted to the chassis or outside the body shall be stranded copper conductors.

All DC wiring shall be routed in flexible loom or conduit (tie wraps are not acceptable) and in accordance to the OEM’s Body Builder Layout Book.

All wiring shall be secured to prevent snags and pinching that could damage or disconnect the wire.

The wiring terminals used in all DC wiring shall grip the wire insulation as well as the conductor.

Fasteners, conduit, and conduit fittings for electrical wiring shall not exhibit electrolysis with adjacent materials.

Exterior wiring shall be accessible for replacement without removing any component of the SUV.

Grommets or electrical bulkhead fittings shall be employed for any wire passing through a structural member.

All DC wire shall be color-coded as specified in SAE J1292.

The wire and circuit breaker size shall be as follows:

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WIRE SIZE (MINIMUM) CIRCUIT BREAKER (MAXIMUM)

18 AWG 5 AMPERES

16 AWG 10 AMPERES

14 AWG 15 AMPERES

12 AWG 20 AMPERES

10 AWG 30 AMPERES

8 AWG 50 AMPERES

Corrosion protective coating shall be applied between ground lugs and the vehicle chassis.

Electrical conductors and cables routed in conduits and looms shall be continuous in length, connections, taps, splice, terminations shall not be concealed in conduit or loom unless reviewed and approved in advance by the government.

Conductors and cables may be terminated with the electrical/electronic devices’ mating type connector or the vehicle OEM approved and released wire splice tool kit and procedures. Otherwise, the use of aftermarket butt splice, push-on (spade), bullet, ring, insulation displacement types of connectors are prohibited unless reviewed and approved in advance by the government.

Conductors and cables, rated up to 20 amperes, shall be terminated with environmentally sealed electrical connection system. Weather pack flexible pin and sleeve terminals with dual locking tangs shall be installed with calibrated ratchet type crimpers. Self-lubricating seals shall be installed on all-weather pack terminals. Connector housings shall be either in-line or panel-mount types.

The DC system shall be installed in accordance to the OEM’s Upfitter/ Modifier Guide.

3.11 DC ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION AND CONTROL

In addition to the OEM provisions, two 12VDC branch power circuits shall be provided. One branch circuit shall be dedicated for the specified radio, radio chargers, weapon rack, and the emergency light/siren system. One branch circuit shall be dedicated for the specified inverter. The circuits shall be protected by Buss Series 18X Hi-Amp Circuit Breakers or equal. Switches shall be located on dash, near the dash, or the console. Multiplexed wiring systems shall be installed to the extent possible

A programmable time delay off relay shall be provided and installed. The off time delay shall be programmable and user adjustable for a period up to 8 hours. The relay shall be controlled via the vehicle ignition. The relay shall be rated a minimum 30 amperes at 12VDC. The specified radio, warning light/ siren, and computer power supply systems shall be connected to the relay.

An inverter, TrippLite model PV375, rated a minimum 300 watt 12VDC to120VAC, shall be provided and installed. The inverter input shall be hard-wired into the vehicle’s electrical system and enabled in ignition position only. Two 120VAC outlets shall be provided.

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3.12 EMERGENCY LIGHTING AND PA/SIREN

The vehicle shall be equipped with a complete all LED emergency lighting system,Whelen, or equal, with siren and PA and other controllers, relays, harnesses, and up-fit items as required.. All equipment shall be installed in full compliance with manufacturer's guidelines and recommendations. The system shall be installed in accordance to the OEM’s Upfitter/Modifier Guide. The installation shall include the integration (cables, connections, and programming) of the features specified in section 3.1.1.

Detailed layout and electrical schematics shall be created depicting the design solution.

The Whelen Cencom controller shall be installed on the equipment tray included with the specified rear cargo mount (section 3.6)

The controller shall be configured as follows:

Slide Position 0: Stops all Siren and TA functions Slide Position 1: Activates rear facing lights Slide Position 2: Activates front facing lights Slide Position 3: Activates rear facing lights, front facing lights,(No Siren)

The siren shall be disabled whent the vehicle transmission is in park position.

The emergency lighting and siren system shall include:

ITEM BRAND MODEL QTY

Rooftop Lightbar - LED/RED/BLUE

+ Alley + TakeDown + Traffic Arrow, 17 LED module total

Whelen Justice Competetor

JE8BBRR

Grill Lights/LED/ Red/Blue/ V- pattern, recessed behind grill

Whelen WIONJ 4

“Hide Away” Corner LEDs Whelen VTX609(R)(B) 4

Rear Side Quarter Window LEDs Whelen WIONR

WIONB

Rear Hatch Window LEDs Whelen WIONR

WIONB

Siren, PA, Light Controls Console/Remote Mount + Traffic Arrow

Whelen CCSRN3T3 1

Magnetic Microphone Clip Parr Public Safety

MMSU-01 1

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3.13 ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

The vehicle shall be equipped with an anti-theft system that maintains functionality of all electronic functions including environmental controls, radios, lights, computers, etc….. without leaving the vehicle vulnerable to theft. The system shall be activated anytime the key is removed from the ignition. The alarm shall be a Pro Guard Safestop system, model SS0002, or equal. This requirement may also be fulfilled with an OEM solution such as a police engine idle with key removal feature.

3.14 RECHARGEABLE FLASHLIGHT

One (1) heavy duty rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery, with LED rated at 643 lumens, flashlight, Maglite model Mag Charger LED System, or equal, shall be provided. The color shall be black.

The charger shall be wired to the vehicle and the cradle shall be installed.

3.15 FIRE EXTINGUISHER

One (1) 5 pound minimum fire extinguisher, BC dry chemical, shall be mounted in the rear cargo area.

3.16 EXTERIOR GRAPHICS AND MARKINGS

Vinyl graphics, including agency seals and identification information, on the vehicles shall be provided and installed. A vehicle engineering layout drawing with graphics shall be created and provided by the contractor. The final design and placement of all decals and graphics shall be reviewed and approved by FPS prior to installation. The DHS vehicle Guideline dated March 2005 is provided for reference. The graphics and markings shall include:

Two (2) stripes, on driver and passenger side panels, blue (20” x 60”) and gray (1” x 55”)

Two (2) text, on front quarter panels, “Homeland Security” (2-3/8” U.C.)

Two (2) text, front doors, “Federal Protective Service POLICE” (1-7/16” U.C. & 6-1/4” U.C.)

One (1) text on rear hatch driver side, “ POLICE” (4” U.C.)

One (1) text on rear hatch, “1-877-4FPS-411” (2” U.C.)

Two (2) logos on rear quarter panels, DHS Badge Seal, 3 color with UV guard (7”)

Two (2) logos on front quarter panels, DHS Seal, 5 color with UV guard (7”)

One (1) text on rear hatch, “K-9” (4” U.C.)

Two (2) text on rear quarter panels, “K-9” (4” U.C.)

Red/White DOT/FMSS308 reflective conspicuity tape on inside lower edge of rear hatch

3.17 VEHICLES OPERATOR, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, PARTS AND ELECTRICAL

SCHEMATICS MANUALS

The operator’s manual and full shop parts and service manuals shall be provided for each vehicle, in electronic format. In addition, operating and maintenance manuals for all body installed equipment/systems and components shall be furnished with each vehicle. Literature shall include all systems and component items furnished on the VEHICLE including but not limited to the following: the Operator’s Manual, Service Manual, Parts Catalog, Lubrication Charts, base vehicle modifications and upgrades, hydraulic system, generator system, converter, breaker panel, lighting components, a/c

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system, heater system, and any other component furnished. The service manuals shall include 12 VDC and 115 VAC as built wiring diagrams. All body, sub-systems, and equipment requirements described above shall be collected, sorted, and functionally organized in both hard copy binders and electronic formats.

Manuals shall be furnished and well organized, thoroughly cross-indexed and authentic with no extraneous material such as advertisements or irrelevant information. The publications shall be designed for continuous, long-term service, especially with regard to the loose-leaf feature. The contractor’s publications shall be in loose-leaf form, on good grade paper, and with punched holes reinforced with plastic or metallic material. Supplier manuals shall be purchased and may be furnished “as is”. Within the manuals, the vehicles shall be treated as a whole and not as a grouping of disassociated parts from various suppliers. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to insure that all of the suppliers' subsystems are presented in sufficient detail to present a complete and clear picture of the whole VEHICLE and that terms and functional designations of wires and components are consistent throughout.

The material in all manuals shall be identically organized and indexed with compatible numbering.

QUANTITIES AND TYPES OF MANUALS

The manuals below are required for each VEHICLE and shall be provided to the Government in the quantities and categories as follows:

Operator's Instructional Manual–

Preventive Maintenance Manual –

Service Manual –

The Service Manual shall include the following:

System Interface Diagrams, Mechanical

Diagnostic and troubleshooting

Parts Manual –

Electrical Schematics Manual –

3.17.1 VEHICLES OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL

The Operator's Instruction Manual shall contain all information needed for the optimum operation of the vehicles; including general vehicle familiarization material, location, function, and operation of all controls, indicators, switches, and emergency procedures and trouble diagnoses.

The manual shall be logically organized with systems and elements considered in descending order of importance. Care shall be taken that all statements are clear, positive, and accurate with no possibility of incorrect implications or inferences. The manual shall be bound together and an appendix shall be provided.

3.17.2 VEHICLES PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE MANUAL

The Preventive Maintenance Manual shall enable the maintainer to perform the periodic inspection and preventive maintenance tasks. These shall include all lubrication and inspection requirements for all apparatus requiring such work on a periodic basis to maintain the vehicles in satisfactory working order.

The contractor shall ensure that all apparatus supplied has an inspection interval determined by the component manufacturer.

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The manual shall contain a detailed description of each component to enable a maintainer to maintain, the vehicles. The manual shall include a complete systematic procedure for long term periodic maintenance requirements for all components. The manual shall be bound together and an appendix shall be provided.

3.17.3 VEHICLES SERVICE MANUAL

The Service Manual shall enable the technician to perform diagnostics and repairs of the completed vehicles. The Contractor shall ensure that all apparatus supplied is covered by the manual. The manual shall be bound together and an appendix shall be provided.

The Diagnostic and Troubleshooting section of the manual shall enable the technician to troubleshoot, adjust, and complete running repair for all systems on the vehicles. Running repair is the diagnosis and correction of any subsystem or component malfunction by adjustment, repair or replacement in order to return the vehicles to service in a reasonably short period of time. The section shall include a general description and operation of each system, block diagrams, signal flow diagrams, detailed schematics with narrative and functional wiring and piping diagrams.

3.17.4 VEHICLES PARTS MANUAL

The Parts Manual shall enumerate and describe every component with its related parts and Contractor part numbers. Supplier part numbers shall be included in their respective manuals. Cut-away and exploded drawings shall be used to permit identification of all parts not readily identified by description.

Each part or component shall be identified as being part of a functional group. An important aspect of the parts catalog shall be the complete itemization of all servicing materials (oils, paints, special compounds, greases, other) required on the vehicles and the component requiring its use. The manual shall be bound together and an appendix shall be provided.

3.17.5 VEHICLES ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS MANUAL

The Electrical Schematics Manual shall enumerate and describe every component with its related electrical schematics and Contractor electrical schematics. Supplier schematics shall be included. The manual shall be bound together and an appendix shall be provided.

4.0 TESTING, INSPECTION/ACCEPTANCE, AND TRAINING

Every vehicle shall undergo testing and inspection performed by the contractor. The contractor shall provide the Government with documentation of the testing. All deficiencies identified during testing and inspection shall be documented and resolved prior to delivery of each vehicle.

4.1 VEHICLE WEIGHT AND PAYLOAD ESTIMATES

The completed vehicle shall be weighed to determine the curb weight and the available payload capacity and distribution. Occupant weight shall be calculated at 175 pounds per seated position. Data for all content shall be compiled, calculated, and recorded in accordance to instructions and format contained in the NTEA ULTRAMOD spreadsheet.

4.2 VEHICLE ROAD TEST

All vehicles shall be road tested. The road test shall be for a minimum of 10 miles. The road test shall be considered successful if all mounted and items remain secure and operational.

4.3 VEHICLE IDLE TEST

All vehicles shall be idle tested with all electrical equipment activated, emergency lights on (less siren).

The idle test shall be for a minimum of 1 hour. The idle test shall be considered successful if all equipment and the vehicle remain functional (no shutdowns) and within normal operating (stable) temperatures and conditions. The ambient temperature shall be recorded.

4.4 VOCATIONAL TEST

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For each vehicle, all equipment shall be functionally tested and verified to operate in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions and to the government’s satisfaction.

4.5 TRAINING

One (1) day of field training shall be provided for a minimum of six (6) government personnel at contractor’s place of performance. Training shall be conducted by technicians with in-depth knowledge of the vehicles and equipment to ensure that all student questions are thoroughly answered. Training shall be a combination of classroom demonstration and hands-on use of the equipment. The contractor shall provide a training program, including but not limited to a training syllabus within 90 days after receipt of order. The contractor shall provide all materials required for the training of government personnel. A video of the training shall be provided to the customer at the completion of the training for customer use as a refresher. The video shall cover the same material and details as the class work. The training shall include written procedures on proper start up, operation, and shutdown of the vehicles. Training shall also include a recommended preventive maintenance schedule and procedures for the scope of work contained within.

4.6 INSPECTION/ACCEPTANCE

The contractor shall furnish a first order (FO) vehicle for verification as meeting the requirements herein.

The FO shall be, prior to offering for verification by the Government, complete in every respect, i.e., all components, equipment, and accessories assembled and installed and operational. Prior to presentation, the FO shall be fully inspected for compliance with all contract requirements by the contractor’s quality inspectors. Such inspection results, including any interim inspections, shall be documented and presented to the government representatives with the FO. Inspection results shall include all deficiencies found and the corrective actions taken. Upon Government approval of the FO, production methods shall assure that subsequent vehicles are identical to the approved FO. The inspection of the FO shall be videotaped or recorded by digital photographs and the video or photographs shall include pictures showing the assembly of all major subassembly components. After Government acceptance of the FO, the contractor shall only substitute materials, components, or assemblies upon government acceptance of such and embodied in a contract modification. Upon acceptance of the FO, the vehicle shall be shipped in accordance with shipment terms of the contract. The contractor shall produce two copies of the videotape or two copies of the digital photographs of the FO. One copy shall be retained by the contractor as an approved sample; the second copy shall be retained by the GSA Engineer. Failure of the FO to meet the requirements of the specifications may be cause for the Government to refuse acceptance of all vehicles until corrective action has been taken.

All vehicle orders shall be presented for Government verification of inspection, and shall be accompanied by documented evidence of contractor, interim and final inspection as required above for the FO.

5.0 WARRANTY

The contractor shall provide a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty. The warranty shall include the commercial furnished equipment warranties, including all other parts and components required herein, against parts failure or malfunction due to design, construction or installation errors, defective workmanship, and missing or incorrect parts, for a minimum period of 3 years/36,000 miles from date of acceptance. Some components may require the purchase of an extended comprehensive warranty from the manufacturer to meet the minimum terms. If the contractor receives from any supplier or subcontractor additional warranty on the whole or any component of the vehicles, in form of time or mileage, including any prorated arrangements, or the contractor generally extends to its commercial customers greater or extended warranty coverage, the government shall receive corresponding warranty benefits. The warranty coverage shall begin when the Government accepts the vehicles from the contractor FOB point of origin/destination.

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Labor, parts, shipping cost, per diem and travel for warranted repairs within the Continental United States (CONUS), shall be the responsibility of the contractor. This shall include 3rd party Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) selected vendors for corrective action or warranty issues on the vehicle if applicable.

Warranty registration cards shall also be provided as applicable. The contractor shall furnish the Government with warranty certificates showing evidence that the warranty requirements above have been met.