Spec Dryside Fire Truck - Jordan Feb 2025.docx

Specification February 4, 2025

FIRE TRUCK, DRY SIDE TANKER - 2,600 GALLON

THE VEHICLE SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH ALL NEW PARTS, THE MANUFACTURER’S STANDARD EQUIPMENT AND THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM EQUIPMENT/OPTIONS:

1. CONFIGURATION

1.1. The vehicle shall be a Mercedes Arocs, 6x6 Dry Side Tanker Fire Truck.

1.2. The vehicle shall have a 2,600 gallon (9,842 liter) water tank.

1.3. The vehicle shall be a 2024 model year or later.

1.4. The vehicle shall have 500 miles (805 km) or less on the odometer.

1.5. The vehicle shall be provided with one year commercial warranty.

2. EQUIPMENT

2.1. All provided instruments and gauges shall have metric units.

2.2. Anti-sail mud flaps or metal fenders shall be provided for all wheels.

2.3. Two frame-mounted tow hooks or eyes on the front and rear of the vehicle shall be provided.

2.4. A brush guard, with integrated headlight protection, shall be installed on the vehicle.

2.5. Vehicle shall be equipped with a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) camera system.

2.6. Vehicle shall be equipped with a rollover warning system.

2.7. An audible alarm shall be provided, which sounds when the vehicle is put in reverse gear.

2.8. Two 5 gallon (or two 20 liter) jerry cans for diesel fuel shall be provided with mounting brackets or dedicated stowage space. The jerry cans shall be labeled “DIESEL FUEL OR JP8 ONLY” in English.

2.9. Fuel filler cap shall be labeled in English or universal symbols, identifying “DIESEL FUEL OR JP8 ONLY”.

2.10. All control panels, instruction diagrams and warning labels shall be in English or in universal symbols, and be permanently affixed to the vehicle.

2.11. Vehicle manual(s) shall be provided and written in English.

2.11.1. Manual(s) shall be provided for each vehicle in hard copy and CD-ROM format.

3. RATINGS

3.1. Vehicle ratings shall be the manufacturer’s published rating at the time of offer.

3.2. Component ratings shall not be raised to meet requirements.

3.3. All individual components, including engine, transmission, driveline, axles, suspension and tires shall be rated at or above the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).

4. DIMENSIONS/WEIGHTS

4.1. Vehicle’s maximum width shall not exceed 98.5 inches (2.5 m), excluding mirrors.

5. ENGINE

5.1. Vehicle shall be provided with an EURO III diesel engine.

5.2. Vehicle shall have a cold weather kit including at least:

5.2.1. A heated water-fuel separator

5.3. The vehicle shall have a fuel tank(s) capacity of at least 50 gallons (189 liters).

6. TRANSMISSION

6.1. The vehicle shall be provided with an automatic or automated manual transmission.

7. STEERING

7.1. Left hand drive and power steering shall be provided.

8. BRAKES

8.1. Vehicle shall be provided with a dual-circuit air brake system with ABS.

8.2. The vehicle shall be provided with a parking brake.

8.2.1. Parking brake shall be able to hold the vehicle on a 20% longitudinal slope at GVW.

9. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9.1. The vehicle shall be provided with a minimum of two heavy-duty, maintenance-free batteries.

9.2. The vehicle shall be provided with a heavy-duty alternator(s), minimum 150 amps.

9.3. The vehicle shall be provided with either:

9.3.1. One light bar mounted on the front top of the cab and another one at the rear of the vehicle with at least two red rotating warning lights (halogen, light emitting diode, or strobe-type) inside each of them.

Or

9.3.2. Two red beacons mounted in the front to the top of the cab and two more at the rear (halogen, light emitting diode, or strobe-type).

9.4. The vehicle shall be provided with a multi-mode siren with public address (PA) system and speaker(s), minimum 100 watts.

9.5. The vehicle shall be provided with at least one telescopic light mast (minimum 2,600 lumens) with a minimum height of 16 ft (4.9 m), when measured from the ground.

9.6. The vehicle shall be provided with three (3) 30 amp circuit in the cab for communication equipment.

9.7. The vehicle shall be equipped with a NATO slave start connector.

10. TIRES

10.1. The vehicle shall be provided with tubeless, on-off road, radial tires.

10.2. The vehicle shall be provided with a full-size spare wheel and tire assembly. The location of the spare wheel and tire assembly shall not interfere with normal vehicle or fire-fighting operations.

10.3. All tires shall be of the same size, load rating and tread design, and all wheels shall be interchangeable, including the spare wheel and tire assembly.

11. PERFORMANCE

11.1. The vehicle shall be capable of being stored, started, and operated in temperatures ranging from 14 to 113°F (-10 to 45°C).

11.2. Vehicle shall be capable of operating 50% of mission on paved roads, 40% on unpaved roads/trails and 10% off road.

11.3. At GVW, the vehicle shall be capable of maintaining a minimum speed of 50 mph (80 kph) on a level highway.

12. COLOR

12.1. Exterior color of the vehicle shall be the highest visible OEM Red paint available.

13. CAB AND BODY

13.1. The cab shall have 2 doors and accommodate the driver and one crew member.

13.2. Seatbelts shall be provided for both occupants.

13.3. The vehicle body shall be provided with fully enclosed, sealed storage compartments with lockable, flip open and roll-up style doors (or equivalent) situated around the exterior of the water tank.

13.3.1. All storage compartment locks for all vehicles shall be keyed identically. Two keys shall be provided with each vehicle.

13.3.2. Storage compartments shall be provided with shelves that can be adjusted by hand or common tools. If common tools are required than they shall be included with the toolbox (see para 16.1.1).

13.3.3. All storage compartments shall be equipped with light(s) which turn on when the door is opened.

13.4. Door locks shall be provided and all door locks for all vehicles shall be keyed identically. Two keys shall be provided with each vehicle.

13.5. Manufacturer’s heavy duty air conditioning and heating and defrosting systems shall be provided. The air conditioning system shall be designed for operation in temperatures up to 113°F (45°C).

13.6. Controls for the light bar or beacons, siren and public address system, and Power Take-Off (PTO) engagement shall be provided in the cab, and shall be accessible to the crew (driver and front seat passenger).

13.7. All control panels and instruction diagrams shall be labeled in English, or in universal symbols.

13.8. The vehicle shall be equipped with an exterior instrument and control panel mounted on the driver’s side of the vehicle, operable while standing on the ground.

13.8.1. At the minimum, the control panel shall include the following:

13.8.1.1. Panel activation switch, including the panel lights

13.8.1.2. Engine throttle control, and engine monitoring gauges and warning lights

13.8.1.3. PTO control(s)

13.8.1.4. Liquid-filled pump suction and pressure gauges

13.8.1.5. Manually adjustable pump pressure

13.8.1.6. Water, foam, and dry chemical selector switch

13.8.1.7. Pump primer control

13.8.1.8. Water and foam tank liquid level indicators

13.8.1.9. Dry chemical agent tank level indicator

13.9. Dedicated stowage area shall be provided for the items listed in sections 16, 17, and 18 below.

14. FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

14.1. The vehicle shall be equipped with a PTO driven water pump with a minimum capacity of 1,250 gallons per minute (gpm) (4,732 liters per minute (lpm)).

14.2. The vehicle shall be provided with a water tank of at least 2,600 gallons (9,842 liters) capacity.

14.2.1. Tank shall be equipped with overflow protection and a minimum of two baffles.

14.2.2. The tank shall be provided with a drain valve, a check valve, and a level indicator that are located on the left side.

14.2.3. The tank shall have a manhole that is at least 20 inches (51 cm) in diameter with a vacuum vent.

14.2.4. Upper tank access shall be provided via a metal ladder, leading to a metal catwalk to the manhole, both affixed to tank. The ladder and catwalk shall have non-slip surfaces.

14.3. Vehicle shall be provided with valves (i.e. relief, etc.) to prevent damage to the fire-fighting equipment.

14.4. The vehicle shall be provided with a foam tank of a minimum 200 gallons (757 liters) capacity.

14.4.1. An Indicator for foam level shall be provided in the cab.

14.4.2. The foam system shall be capable of adjusting the foam concentration between 3%-6% from within the cab.

14.4.3. The foam tank shall incorporate a vent system to relieve pressure on the tank during fill and discharge operations at maximum flow rates, and an overflow system to relieve excess liquid in the event of tank overfill.

14.5. The vehicle shall be provided with a roof-mounted turret with an adjustable flow range with a maximum output rated to at least 750 gpm (2,840 lpm).

14.5.1. Electric controls shall be provided inside the cab to allow the driver and passenger to manage all turret functions.

14.5.2. At a minimum, the electric controls shall allow the turret 270° rotation, elevation of -15° to 75°, and pattern adjustment from fog to stream.

14.5.3. The turret shall have “pump and roll” capability and be able to dispense multiple agents, including variations of foam and water mixture(s).

14.5.4. The turret shall have an auxiliary discharge for dry chemical agent with a throw range of at least 100 ft (33 m), mounted parallel to the foam/water discharge or within the foam solution discharge stream.

14.6. At least two heavy-duty booster reel and hose sets, one mounted on each side of the vehicle, able to dispense multiple agents.

14.6.1. One booster reel and hose shall be provided with an adjustable pattern and pressure nozzle capable of discharging 95 gpm (360 lpm) of water only or water/foam solution at a minimum distance of 80 ft. (24 m).

14.6.2. The other booster reel and hose shall be provided with either a Twin Agent or Hydro-Chem type nozzle.

14.6.2.1. This hose shall allow for the use of water only, water/foam solution, dry chemical only, or foam and dry chemical simultaneously.

14.6.3. Both hoses shall be at least 200 ft (61 m) long.

14.6.4. A stowage place for each booster reel and hose shall be provided.

14.6.5. Both booster reel and hose sets shall have electric rewind mechanisms.

14.7. The vehicle shall be provided with a dry chemical agent tank to supply the aforementioned turret and the booster reel and hose.

14.7.1. The dry chemical tank shall have a 2,200 lb. (1,000 kg) minimum capacity.

14.7.2. The dry chemical tank shall be filled and fully operational at the time of delivery.

14.7.3. The propellant gas for the dry chemical shall be either nitrogen or compressed air.

14.7.4. After using the dry chemical agent, the system shall be capable of cleaning all the pipes and hoses without discharging the chemical agent.

14.8. A minimum of 15 ft (4.5 m) of soft suction hose, or 20 ft (6 m) of hard suction hose shall be provided to carry on the vehicle.

14.8.1. A wicker basket and a cylindrical suction strainer (without non-return valve) shall be provided for use with the suction hose.

14.8.2. A BSRT coupling shall be provided for use with the suction hose.

14.8.3. The suction hose shall meet NFPA 1961 requirements.

14.9. All tanks and the vehicle’s plumbing shall be made of corrosion-resistant material.

14.9.1. Plumbing shall be assembled in a manner to facilitate servicing of all components.

14.9.2. Check valves shall be utilized where necessary to prevent premature mixing of agents.

15. ADDITIONAL FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

15.1. The following equipment shall be supplied with the vehicle, and dedicated stowage space in/on the vehicle body in the storage compartments mentioned in section 14.4. The equipment listed below shall be rated/appropriate for use in fighting fires:

15.1.1. A mechanic’s tool box with standard operator tools

15.1.2. A pick-axe

15.1.3. A rescue axe, minimum 6 lb. (2.7 kg)

15.1.4. A pike pole

15.1.5. Bolt cutters, minimum 24 inch (61 cm)

15.1.6. A Halligan tool

15.1.7. Pliers, side cutting type, minimum 7 inch (17.8 cm)

15.1.8. Pliers, slip joint type, minimum 10 inch (25 cm)

15.1.9. Three fire proximity suits, (aluminized) consisting of coat, pants, gloves, rubber (structural), boots, lighted helmets with shrouds and hoods

15.1.10. One 3/4 inch dia. rope, poly-blend, minimum 50 ft. (15 m) length

15.1.11. One set of wheel chocks, aluminum

15.1.12. One major medical first responder kit

15.1.13. Crowbar – 39 inches (1 m) long

15.1.14. Crowbar – 71 inches (1.8 m) long

15.1.15. Flat Chisel, 7.9 inches (200 mm) long, 1.1 inches (28 mm) blade width, with hand protector

15.1.16. Two flash lights, minimum 100 lumens (each)

15.1.17. Hand sledge hammer, 4.4 lbs (2 kg), wooden handle

15.1.18. Fire blanket – 63 inch x 79 inch (160 X 200 cm)

15.1.19. Extension ladder, 2 sections, 32.8 ft (10 m)

15.1.20. Safety blade rescue knife set, (for cutting seat belts and harnesses)

15.1.21. High performance fan (for fast smoke evacuation)

15.1.22. Collapsible stretcher

16. EXTRACTION EQUIPMENT (Compliant with NFPA 1936, or equivalent European standards.) All power rescue equipment shall be provided with its required power source and storage available on the truck (i.e. generator for corded equipment (if supplied), hydraulic pump(s) and hoses, engine(s) and fuel can, or batteries and chargers with outlets, etc.).

16.1. Combination Tool, capable of cutting and spreading

16.1.1. Capable of cutting 56,000 lbf (250 kN) force minimum, spreading 9,000 lbf (40 kN) force minimum, and pulling 11,000 lbf (50 kN) force minimum

16.1.2. Spreading way 13.7 in (350 mm) minimum, pulling way 15.7 in (400 mm) minimum

16.1.3. One set of replacement blades included

16.2. Telescopic Ram (Rescue Cylinder)

16.2.1. Closed length at most 1.9 ft. (575 mm), extended length at least 2.6 ft (800 mm)

16.2.2. Pushing force 24,700 lbf (110 kN) minimum

16.2.3. Pulling force 5,000 lbf (22 kN) minimum

16.2.4. Capable of being operated under water

16.3. One K-12 FD rescue saw or equivalent

16.3.1. 12 inch (305 mm) diameter

16.3.2. Diamond or carbide-tipped blade

16.3.3. 3 spare blades

16.4. Glass saw, capable of puncturing and cutting glass and windshields (laminated glass)

17. SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA)

The following equipment shall be supplied:

17.1. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) shall be provided for the driver and one (1) crew member.

17.1.1. Shall be capable of providing air for at least 60 minutes.

17.1.2. A spare air cylinder shall be provided for each supplied SCBA.

17.2. Cab seats shall be designed for use while wearing SCBA gear.

18. SPARE PARTS

18.1. Spare parts shall be provided for 2 years.

19. SPECIAL TOOLS

19.1. Special tools shall be provided.

20. MANUALS

20.1. Operator and maintenance manuals shall be provided in both English and Arabic languages.

21. TRAINING

21.1. Operator, maintenance and depot training shall be completed in Jordan.