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Specifications

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Bidders are requested to read the complete bid invitation carefully and submit their proposals in strict accordance with the requirements set forth.

The City of Swainsboro reserves the right to reject any or all bids or accept any bid presented which meet or exceed these specifications and which the City may deem shall be in the best interest of the City regardless of the amount proposed.

The complete apparatus shall be manufactured within the continental United States. Vehicles manufactured outside of the continental USA shall not be considered. No exceptions will be permitted to this section of the document.

EXCEPTIONS TO SPECIFICATIONS

It shall be mandatory for any prospective bidder that deviates from the proposed specifications to give a full description of all deviations.

Where bidder's specifications and/or construction differ in any way from the bid specification, a full and complete description in specification shall be required. Drawings shall also be required to show alternative construction methods. Partial descriptions, or general clarifications covering groups of sections of the specification, shall be unacceptable and shall be cause for complete rejection of the bid.

Proposals taking total exception to the purchase specifications contained herein shall not be accepted and the bidder's proposal shall be deemed non-responsive and treated accordingly.

SPECIAL NOTE ON SUBSTITUTIONS

Where a subassembly manufacturer’s name or “brand” name for a product is given in a specification description, the product identified is the desired product to use. Manufacturers using a product other than the named product must take an exception to the paragraph. Where the words “or equal” are used in a paragraph in reference to an identified product, an apparatus manufacturer can make an equal product substitution without taking an exception to the specification paragraph.

Each bidder is encouraged to provide descriptive literature with their bid packet on any equipment or features that are proposed in lieu of those named and/or described in the specifications. Literature shall be originals and will be retained by the department for evaluation purposes. Such literature shall be required before the pre bid conference on any equipment proposed by the successful bidder that is unfamiliar to the department.

BID CLARIFICATIONS

Each clarification shall refer to the bid specification page number and paragraph. Any such clarification that appears vague or misleading shall be considered an exception. Complete clarifications are required describing the reason for the deviation. The completed vehicle shall be inspected upon delivery for compliance with specifications. Deviations shall not be tolerated and shall be cause for rejection of the cab and chassis unless they were originally listed in the bidder's proposal.

BID DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

The bidder shall utilize this document in its bid. The bidder shall indicate opposite each item if they comply with that paragraph by checking "yes" or "no".

The bidder shall provide detailed information on the materials to be used to construct all parts of the apparatus. A bidder's use of terms such as "intent" are considered vague and unacceptable responses will disqualify the bid.

Copies of the bid document electronically reproduced used as a response specification are grounds for immediate disqualification of the bidder's submission.

No exceptions will be permitted to this section of the document.

CONTRACT AWARD

Since the complete vehicle materials specified are commercially available, these specifications shall in no way be considered proprietary. Each bidder shall submit on their proposal page a single line-item price for all items listed in the specifications. Price shall be based on payment upon receipt of the accepted complete vehicle by the Fire Department.

No discounts, options, or prepayment schedules shall be listed on the proposal page. All such items shall be listed on a separate page entitled OPTIONS and may or may not be considered at the discretion of the Fire Department.

SUBMISSION OF BID REQUIREMENTS

Bids shall be submitted in accordance with the following instructions:

1. The bid form provided herein shall be completed and returned with the appropriate "yes" or "no" marked by each paragraph in the "Bidder Complies" column. A paragraph indicated with both the "yes" and "no" column marked shall be considered non-responsive and treated accordingly.

2. Each bidder shall submit their own proposal specifications, detailing their construction. This is necessary to evaluate each bidder's actual intent of building the equipment as specified herein. The bidder's proposal format shall be the same order as these specifications to allow the Fire Department to compare all bids easily and prevent confusion. Failure to comply shall be cause for rejection of the bid.

3. Each bid shall include the weight ratings, wheelbase, principal dimensions, transmission and axle ratios, and a certified brake horsepower curve showing the maximum no load governed speed of the engine proposed.

4. Failure to submit detailed information or drawings where specified herein shall result in rejection of the bid.

5. Bids shall be returned in a sealed envelope clearly marked "BID FOR FIRE APPARATUS". Facsimile bids are not acceptable.

6. Verbal bids and changes in the bid price after the bid opening prior to award shall not be allowed. Any such attempt shall not be accepted and cause immediate rejection of the entire bid.

ORIGIN OF MANUFACTURER

Any manufacturer submitting a proposal or bid to these specifications shall meet the following conditions:

· The manufacturer of the apparatus herein specified shall be wholly owned (100%) and managed by a company, corporation and/or parent company that is wholly based and permanently resides in the United States of America.

· The company, corporation, and/or parent company, and all assets belonging to such, shall be wholly owned, and managed by the entities specified above.

· Any proposal, bid or response to these specifications by any foreign based, owned, or managed (in part or in whole) company, corporation and/or parent company, shall be cause for immediate rejection.

· Any proposal, bid or response to these specifications by any company, corporation and/or parent company, that is owned, operated, managed, or held in contract, in part or wholly by a foreign interest partnership or other agreement, shall be cause for immediate rejection.

There shall be no exception to these requirements.

ONLINE CUSTOMER INTERACTION

The manufacturer shall provide the capability for online access through the manufacturer's website. The Fire Department shall be able to view digital photos of their apparatus during phases of the construction.

MANUALS AND DOCUMENT INFORMATION

Upon delivery of the apparatus, the manufacturer shall supply complete operation and maintenance manuals covering the complete apparatus as it is delivered.

The manuals shall include, but not be limited to all component warranties, users' manuals and information for supplied products, record of apparatus construction details and whatever other pertinent information is available to supply to the customer regarding the apparatus.

COMPONENT INFORMATION

The manufacturer shall also supply a manufacturer's record of apparatus construction details, including the following information:

· Owner name and address

· Apparatus manufacturer, model, and serial number

· Chassis make, model, and serial number

· GAWR of front and rear axles

· Front tire size and total rated capacity in kilograms

· Rear tire size and total rated capacity in kilograms

· Chassis weight distribution in kilograms with water (if applicable) and manufacturer mounted equipment (front and rear)

· Engine make, model, serial number, rated horsepower, related speed and no load governed speed

· Type of fuel and fuel tank capacity

· Electrical system voltage and alternator output in amps

· Battery make and model, capacity in CCA

· Paint numbers

· Weight documents from a certified scale showing actual loading on the front axle, rear axle(s), and overall vehicle (with the water tank full (if applicable) but without personnel, equipment, and hose)

· Written load analysis and results of the electrical system performance tests

· Transmission make, model, and type

· Pump to drive through the transmission (yes or no)

· Engine to pump gear ratio and transmission gear ratio used

· Pump make and model, rated capacity in gallons per minute, serial number, and number of stages

· Pump manufacturer's certification of suction capability

· Pump manufacturer's certification of hydrostatic test

· Pump manufacturer's certification of inspection and test for the fire pump

· Copy of the apparatus manufacturer's approval for stationary pumping applications

· Pump transmission make, model and serial number

· Priming device type

· Type of pump pressure control system

· The engine manufacturer's certified brake horsepower curve for the engine furnished, showing the maximum no load governed speed

· Certification of the water tank capacity

WARNING AND INFORMATION LABELS

All warning and informational labels (non-vendor specific) shall be provided in compliance with (NFPA) 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus, and installed in the appropriate locations to alert the operator of potential hazards and operating instructions.

APPARATUS INFORMATION LABEL

There shall be a high-visibility label installed in a location clearly detectable to the driver while in the seated position.

The label shall indicate the following specified information.

Overall Height (feet and inches) Overall Length (feet and inches) Overall GVWR (tons or metric tons)

FLUID REQUIRED LABEL

There shall be a lubrication plate mounted inside the cab listing the type and grade of lubrication used in the following areas on the apparatus and chassis:

- Engine oil

- Engine Coolant

- Transmission Fluid

- Pump Transmission Lubrication Fluid

- Drive Axle Lubrication Fluid

- Generator Lubrication Fluid (where applicable)

- Tire Pressures

CHASSIS SEATING REQUIRED LABELING

There shall be a high-visibility label installed in a location clearly detectable from each seating position.

The label shall read the following:

"DANGER PERSONNEL MUST BE SEATED AND SEAT BELTS MUST BE FASTENED WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION OR DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT"

A permanent plate shall be installed in the driver's compartment specifying the maximum number of personnel the vehicle is designed to carry per (NFPA) 190 standards. It shall be located in an area visible to the driver.

CAB HELMET WARNING LABEL

There shall be a high-visibility label installed in a location clearly detectable from each seating position.

The label shall indicate the following specified information.

“DO NOT WEAR HELMET WHILE SEATED”

PUMP PERFORMANCE PLACARD

There shall be a permanent placard provided and installed with the pump performance data and serial numbers. The placard shall be installed at the pump operator's panel.

LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE

In order to protect the department and its personnel, the bidder shall show proof that it has liability insurance in force. A certificate of coverage shall be included in the bid package. Failure to carry liability insurance of at least this amount or failure to include proof of coverage shall be cause to reject the bidder's proposal.

COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

The successful bidder shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of commercial general liability insurance and coverage shall be written on the liability form:

Each Occurrence: $2,000,000

Products/Completed Operations Aggregate: $4,000,000

Personal and Advertising Injury: $2,000,000

AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE

The successful bidder shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of automobile liability insurance and coverage shall be written on the liability form:

Each Accident Combined Single Limit: $2,000,000

UMBRELLA LIABILITY INSURANCE

The successful bidder shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of umbrella liability insurance:

Each Occurrence: $3,000,000

Aggregate: $3,000,000

EXCESS LIABILITY INSURANCE

The successful bidder shall keep in force at least the following minimum limits of product liability insurance:

Each Occurrence/General Aggregate: $4,000,000

CUSTOM CHASSIS - SINGLE SOURCE MANUFACTURER

Bids shall only be accepted from a single source apparatus manufacturer. The definition of single source shall be "a manufacturer that designs and manufactures their products using an integrated approach, including the rolling chassis and apparatus body modules being fabricated and assembled on the bidder's premises".

The warranties relative to the chassis, pump module, and apparatus body (excluding vendor component warranties such as engine, transmission, axles, pump, etc.) must be from a single source manufacturer and not split between manufacturers (i.e., body and chassis).

The chassis shall be designed and manufactured by the apparatus builder in the builder's facility and shall be designed and constructed specifically for heavy duty fire service use, with adequate strength and capacity for all components as detailed withing these specifications.

The manufacturer shall demonstrate evidence of manufacturing similar custom vehicles for at least fifty (50) years.

The chassis shall be equipped with state-of-the-art technology to not only enhance the operation of the actual apparatus, but to ease the workload of the crew and provide the highest level of safety & survivability, while increasing the longevity and serviceability of the vehicle itself.

The bidder shall provide evidence that they comply with these requirements.

NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE PERMITTED TO THIS SECTION OF THE DOCUMENT.

GENERAL WARRANTY

Upon delivery, the manufacturer shall provide a three (3) year new vehicle general warranty and is limited to chassis and apparatus systems and components, and excludes engine, transmission, and axles (see additional warranties provided).

All components of the vehicle are warranted for a three (3) year period from vehicle delivery, unless otherwise stated elsewhere.

This warranty is issued to the original purchaser of the vehicle only.

CAB STRUCTURAL WARRANTY

The cab will be warranted against structural defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of ten (10) years from date of delivery.

BODY STRUCTURAL WARRANTY

The structural stainless steel apparatus body will be warranted against structural defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of ten (10) years from date of delivery.

PAINT WARRANTY

A Prorated Paint Warranty shall be provided by the manufacturer for a period of up to ten (10) years pending the purchase and selection of the extended warranty period of 5, 7 or 10 years.

The paint finish for the cab and body will be warranted against structural defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the first of 36,000 miles or the period specified below:

To clarify, the chart above does not extend the warranty period for the Paint Warranty beyond the 36,000 actual miles from the delivery date.

PAINT WARRANTY - 5 YEARS

The Paint Warranty shall be provided for a period of five (5) years.

CHASSIS FRAME RAILS WARRANTY

The custom chassis frame and crossmembers will be warranted for the expected life of the vehicle, which the expected life is twenty (20) years from the date of delivery.

DELIVERY

The apparatus shall be delivered within 90 days of the execution of a purchase agreement. All delivery charges shall be included in the price of the apparatus.

BID DRAWING REQUIRED

The bidder shall submit two (2) copies of a D-size (full size) engineered construction drawing with its bid. No bids will be considered without complete engineered construction drawing submitted with the bid. Submitted drawing must be specifically for the proposed apparatus and depict all major specified components.

The drawing shall show the following minimum views:

· Front View

· Streetside with proposed chassis

· Curbside with proposed chassis

· Rear View

· Top View with proposed chassis

The drawing shall contain, but not limited to, the dimensions for the overall length (in feet and inches), overall height (in feet and inches), wheelbase, angle of approach, angle of departure, overall width of the apparatus, hosebed volume dimensions indicating the hosebed width, length, and height.

Submission of "similar to" or "standard" drawings, or statements referencing submission of drawings after award of contract, will disqualify the bid.

No exceptions will be permitted to this section of the document.

TESTING AND CERTIFICATION:

The apparatus upon completion will be tested and certified by a Third Party. The certification tests will follow the guidelines outlined in the current edition (NFPA 1901) Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus.

There shall be multiple tests performed by the manufacturer and the Third Party when the apparatus has been completed. The manufacturer shall provide the completed Third Party acceptance Test Certificate(s) to the purchaser at time of delivery.

The tests conducted on the apparatus shall include, but not be limited to:

PUMP PERFORMANCE TEST AND CERTIFICATION:

The fire pump and plumbing shall be tested, approved, and certified to comply with all NFPA 1901, Standard for automotive Fire Apparatus, applicable regulations in effect. The manufacturer shall furnish the completed Test Certificate(s) to the purchaser at the time of delivery.

LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TESTING

The apparatus low-voltage electrical system will be tested and certified.

Tests shall be performed when the air temperature is between 0 degrees Fahrenheit and 110 degrees Fahrenheit (–18 degrees Celsius and 43 degrees Celsius).

The following three (3) tests defined in NFPA shall be performed in the order in which they appear. Before each test, the batteries shall be fully charged until the voltage stabilizes at the voltage regulator set point and the lowest charge current is maintained for 10 minutes. Failure of any of these tests shall require a repeat of the sequence.

Reserve Capacity Test:

The engine shall be started and kept running until the engine and engine compartment temperatures are stabilized at normal operating temperatures and the battery system is fully charged.

The engine shall be shut off and the minimum continuous electrical load shall be activated for 10 minutes.

All electrical loads shall be turned off prior to attempting to restart the engine. The battery system shall then be capable of restarting the engine. Failure to restart the engine shall be considered a test failure of the battery system.

Alternator Performance Test at Idle:

The minimum continuous electrical load shall be activated with the engine running at idle speed.

The engine temperature shall be stabilized at normal operating temperature.

The battery system shall be tested to detect the presence of battery discharge current. The detection of battery discharge current shall be considered a test failure.

Alternator Performance Test at Full Load:

The total continuous electrical load shall be activated with the engine running up to the engine manufacturer’s governed speed.

The test duration shall be a minimum of 2 hours.

Activation of the load management system shall be permitted during this test.

An alarm sounded by excessive battery discharge, as detected by the system required in NFPA 13.3.4, or a system voltage of less than 11.8 V dc for a 12 V nominal system or 23.6 V dc for a 24 V nominal system, for more than 120 seconds, shall be considered a test failure.

Low Voltage Alarm Test:

Following the completion of the above tests, a Low Voltage Alarm Test will be performed in the manner prescribed.

With the engine shut off, the total continuous electrical load shall be activated and shall continue to be applied until the excessive battery discharge alarm activates.

The battery voltage shall be measured at the battery terminals.

The test shall be considered a failure if the alarm has not yet sounded 140 seconds after the voltage drops to 11.70 V for a 12 V nominal system or 23.4 V for a 24 V nominal system.

The battery system shall then be able to restart the engine. Failure to restart the engine shall be considered a test failure.

DOCUMENTATION:

The apparatus manufacturer shall provide the results of the low-voltage electrical system performance test, certified in writing, with the documentation provided to the purchaser at the time of delivery of the completed apparatus.

The test results shall consist of the following documents:

(1) Documentation of the electrical system performance tests

(2) A written electrical load analysis, including the following:

· The nameplate rating of the alternator.

· The alternator rating under the conditions specified in NFPA 1901 (current edition).

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

· Each individual intermittent electrical load.

MAXIMUM OVERALL LENGTH REQUIREMENT

The apparatus specified shall be constructed with no restrictions to the maximum overall length.

MAXIMUM OVERALL HEIGHT REQUIREMENT

The apparatus specified shall be constructed with no restrictions to the maximum overall height.

MAXIMUM WHEELBASE REQUIREMENT

The apparatus specified shall be constructed with no restrictions to the maximum wheelbase.

MAXIMUM OVERALL WIDTH

The apparatus specified shall be constructed as detailed and shall NOT exceed a Maximum Overall Width of 102.36 inches to meet Federal Highway Administration width limits for commercial motor vehicles.

This dimension shall include the primary construction of the apparatus body and chassis cab. Any peripheral items shall not be incorporated into this measurement.

The peripheral items included, but not limited to, are: Fenderettes, Mirrors, Lights, Handrails, Front Bumpers, Cab Steps, Overlays, Etc.

ANGLE OF APPROACH REQUIREMENT

The angle of approach for the apparatus shall not be less than eight (8) degrees as specified by the current edition of the NFPA 1901 Guideline.

ANGLE OF DEPARTURE REQUIREMENT

The angle of departure for the apparatus shall not be less than eight (8) degrees as specified by the current edition of the NFPA 1901 Guideline.

IN-SERVICE WEIGHT

The apparatus shall be designed to provide an equipment allowance up to 2500 pounds in compliance with the current edition of the NFPA 1901 Guideline.

PAINT CODES

Paint Information:

Paint Manufacturer: PPG is HME Standard Paint used

CAB EXTERIOR

Single Color:

Primary color: Alf Red Primary paint code: 71698

RIMS

Color Painted Rims Color (N/A for Aluminum Rims): * N/A Color Painted Rims Code (N/A for Aluminum Rims): * N/A *Unless noted otherwise, the cab lower color will be used when painted rims are selected.

BODY EXTERIOR

Note: For painted body components, must make selections in QW body section, see 50-20-XXXX Color Body Panels Color:* Alf Red Color Body Panels Code:* 71698 If the hose bed sides are painted are they the same color as the body panels?: Yes

PUMP AND APPARATUS OPERATION TRAINING

Fire Department personnel will be trained as to the use of the entire apparatus including, but not limited to, chassis, fire pump system, the apparatus, and supplied equipment.

The training shall be provided by an Authorized Sales Representative technician who shall remain at the Fire Department for one (1) day (not less than eight (8) hours) to provide instruction to all personnel, or as instructed by the Chief of the Department.

All meals, motel, and travel costs are the responsibility of the successful bidder.

After acceptance of the fire apparatus, the purchaser shall be responsible for ongoing training of personnel to develop and maintain proficiency regarding the proper and safe use of the apparatus and the associated equipment.

== CORE Pumper 22 - 1871 L9 Engines Cab & Chassis - 7.002 10/17/23 ==

CHASSIS FRAME - SINGLE FRAME

The frame shall be designed to industry standards. The manufacturer shall provide a lifetime frame side rail warranty to the original purchaser of the chassis. The frame rails shall be 10.50" x 3.50" x .375" heat treated steel.

The frame side rails shall be 110,000 psi minimum yield and shall have a minimum section modulus of 18.34 cubic inches calculated by using the square corner shape method. The resulting frame rail resistance to bending moment shall be 2,017,400 inches per pound per rail.

To ensure the maximum clamp load for the fastener prevailing torque the crossmembers shall be bolted in place using grade 8 bolts, hardened washers, and grade C distorted thread locknuts. Flanged head fasteners shall not be acceptable. The top of the frame rails shall be free of bolt heads.

Frame engine cutouts shall be made with a plasma torch to minimize the heat affected zone of the cut. All cutouts shall have a minimum of 6.00 inch transitions between rail flange cut depths to reduce the stress concentrations throughout the cutout area. The root of all transition areas shall have a minimum of a 2.00 inch radius to reduce stress concentrations at the root.

FRAME RAIL FINISH

The main frame rails and main frame cross-members behind the pump shall galvanized to reduce the effect of harsh road chemicals.

FRAME FASTENERS

Fasteners employed to attach the main frame rails to the main frame cross-members shall be Zinc plated to reduce the effect of harsh road chemicals.

CAB MAIN FRAME CROSSMEMBER

In addition to the rear cab support cross-member there shall be a main frame cross member mounted in the rear cab area. This cross-member shall be a wide base flanged design to provide frame spacing and excellent strength to prevent frame paralleling. Every frame cross-member shall be bolted in place using grade 8 bolts, hardened washers, and grade "C" distorted thread locknuts.

FRONT AXLE

The front axle shall be a Hendrickson STEERTEK™ NXT with an 19,000 lb. capacity.

CRAMP ANGLE

The chassis shall have a turning cramp angle of 45-degrees. Both left and right turns have a full 45° cramp angle with tires and wheels mounted on the axle and installed in the chassis.

The 45°cramp angle is achieved irrespective of options such as front suctions and disc brakes.

FRONT AXLE OIL SEALS

The front axle shall be equipped with oil bath type oil seals as supplied on the axle from the axle manufacturer. The spindles shall be equipped with transparent covers for oil level inspection.

FRONT AXLE DISC BRAKES

MERITOR DiscPlus, EX-225, air disc brakes shall be installed on the front axle. The DiscPlus air disc brakes shall provide improved fade resistance and wet weather performance. The rotors shall be vented to facilitate brake cooling.

FRONT AXLE / SUSPENSION, STEERTEK™ NXT (19k GAWR) The front axle and suspension shall be a Hendrickson STEERTEK™ NXT high-capacity fabricated front steer axle system.

This advanced suspension integration uses parabolic springs to increase wheel travel and lower spring rate for improved ride quality, and proprietary threaded pin bushings to increase roll stiffness. The rigid axle beam has a box-shaped cross section to resist horizontal, vertical, and twisting forces more effectively than I-beam axles. Passive hydraulic dampers are custom tuned for parabolic leaf springs to achieve the ultimate ride and handling. Progressive-rated bump stops handle high dynamic loads without harshness.

This front axle and suspension system shall be designed for heavy duty custom fire apparatus with a maximum capacity of 19,000 lbs.

SHOCK ABSORBERS

Double acting hydraulic shock absorbers are to be installed.

STEERING SYSTEM

The steering shall be equipped with a single SHEPPARD M110 integral power steering gear. The engine shall be equipped with a gear driven pump.

The power steering fluid shall be monitored electronically and shall send a visual warning to the instrument panel when the fluid level falls below normal.

A remote steel reservoir shall be provided with the ability to check and fill the fluid level when the cab is in the raised position.

FRONT TIRES

The front tires shall be Michelin 385/65R22.5 (L) Michelin tubeless radial X Multi HL Z All-Season tread.

The front tire stamped load capacity shall be 22,000 pounds per axle with a nominal speed rating of 68 miles per hour when properly inflated to 120 pounds per square inch.

ALUMINUM FRONT WHEELS

Polished aluminum wheels shall be supplied and installed on the front axle.

WHEEL TREATMENT

The aluminum wheels shall be supplied with wheel treatment for a bright finish and wheel protection.

FRONT WHEEL TRIM

The front axle shall be trimmed with mirror finish, 304L grade, non-corrosive stainless steel 'baby moon' hub caps with an opening for viewing the oil seal cover, and bright finished nut covers.

SINGLE REAR AXLE

The rear axle shall be a MERITOR model "RS-25-160" with a 27,000# capacity for the fire service.

MERITOR DIFFERENTIAL

The rear axle shall contain a Meritor 160 Series differential with an 18.00 inch diameter ring gear utilizing hypoid-Generoid gearing and a 2.25 inch diameter axle shaft.

AXLE DIFFERENTIAL LUBE

The axle shall have the initial factory fill made with non-synthetic axle lube meeting the axle manufacturer's recommendations.

REAR AXLE OIL SEALS

The rear axle shall be equipped with premium oil bath type oil seals as supplied on the axle from the axle manufacturer.

REAR AXLE BRAKES

The rear brakes shall be Cam type, 16-1/2" X 7" (419 x 178), S-Cam, air operated heavy-duty brakes for increased stopping power and brake life in severe braking applications.

The "S" cam brakes shall incorporate a double anchor pin design, for stability and smooth consistent stopping. The camshafts shall be heat treated with rolled spline construction.

The rear axle shall be equipped with automatic slack adjusters (ASA) to provide optimum brake performance.

VEHICLE TOP SPEED

The rear axle shall be geared for a top speed of 65 to 68 mph at engine governed RPM.

NFPA TOP SPEED STATEMENT

NFPA-1901, 2016 Edition - 4.15.2: The maximum top speed of fire apparatus with a GVWR over 26,000 lb (11,800 kg) shall not exceed either 68 MPH (105 km/hr) or the manufacturer's maximum fire service speed rating for the tires installed on the apparatus, whichever is lower.

NFPA-1901, 2016 Edition - 4.15.3: If the combined water tank and foam agent tank capacities on the fire apparatus exceed 1250 gal (4732 L), or the GVWR of the vehicle is over 50,000 lb (22,680 kg), the maximum top speed of the apparatus shall not exceed either 60 MPH (105 km/hr) or the manufacturer's maximum fire service speed rating for the tires installed on the apparatus, whichever is lower.

The speed selected on this apparatus exceeds 60 MPH (105 km/hr) and the customer is aware of NFPA-1901 and the top speed that will be achieved with the finished apparatus.

Truck gearing shall be such to provide for a customer requested top speed at engine governed RPM. If the top speed exceeds NFPA requirements listed above the engine ECM will have road speed limiting programmed so the maximum attainable speed that will not exceed that limit. This is field adjustable with Cummins Insite.

SINGLE AXLE REAR SUSPENSION

A Reyco Granning Model 79KB rear suspension shall be provided and installed. The suspension system shall have a GAWR of 27,000 pounds.

The suspension shall consist of a multi-leaf parabolic spring pack for increased ride compliance and will be provided with adjustable torque arms and a single piece track rod for added stability and easy alignment.

AIR SYSTEM

An air brake system meeting the requirements of the FMVSS-121 shall be provided. The system shall consist of three (3) reservoirs with a 4,362 cu. in. volume. The air system shall consist of the following components:

Dual air system with dual gauges and a warning light and buzzer. A spring actuated parking brake built into the rear axle brakes with a manual control and warning light the in cab. These shall automatically apply in case of air system failure. A mechanical means of releasing the spring brake shall be provided in the event of total loss of air pressure.

A quick build up system shall be provided, capable of building enough air pressure to release the spring brake in less than thirty (30) seconds, when starting with the entire air system at zero pounds pressure.

The brake system shall be a split system. One (1) system serving the rear brakes and one (1) system serving the front brakes. The two (2) systems shall be connected with a double check valve that shall automatically shuttle air from the front system to the rear system should loss of air pressure occur. This system shall also modulate the amount of air so the spring brakes shall apply in direct relationship to the amount of pressure applied to the treadle valve.

The brake system shall be equipped with a Bendix SR-7 valve to provide modulated spring brakes in the event there is low air pressure in the rear axle air supply reservoir.

The spring brakes shall be piped in such a manner that if the treadle valve is depressed while the spring brakes are applied, the spring brakes shall release and remain released as long as the treadle valve is depressed. They shall reapply immediately when the treadle valve is released.

The piping in the air system shall be 2-ply nylon reinforced color-coded tubing for all stationary lines.

AIR DRYER

The air system shall include a BENDIX AD-9 air dryer.

The air dryer shall have a spin on desiccant cartridge.

The air dryer shall incorporate an integral turbo cutoff valve. The turbo cutoff valve shall close the path between the air compressor and the air dryer purge valve during the compressor "unload" cycle. This shall allow the air dryer to purge the water and contaminates without any loss of turbo boost or engine horsepower.

A 12-Volt heated moisture ejector shall be an integral part of the air dryer. This heater shall be thermostatically controlled. The electrical connection for the heater shall use a sealed electrical connector to protect against moisture and corrosion.

The use of this air dryer increases the base air system volume by 200 cubic inches.

MANUAL AIR TANK DRAINS

All air reservoirs shall have manual 1/4 turn drain valves. The drain valves shall be supplied with rubber seats to reduce air system leaks. The reservoir drain valves shall allow the accumulation of contaminants that are collected in the reservoirs to be drained off to the atmosphere.

MERITOR/ROCKWELL/WABCO ABS BRAKE SYSTEM

A four channel, single rear axle model, MERITOR/ROCKWELL/WABCO ABS Braking System shall be supplied.

A frame mounted electronic control unit (ECU) shall monitor and control wheel speed during braking. Wheel sensors, constantly monitoring wheel speed, send information to the ECU. If a wheel begins to lock the ECU transmits an electrical impulse to modulator valves that can apply, release, or hold the air pressure in the brake chambers. The rapid modulation of air pressure prevents wheel lock-up and increases driver control.

This ABS system shall be a 4S/4M system with four (4) wheel speed sensors and four (4) modulator valves.

If a fault occurs in one wheel, that wheel shall have normal (non-ABS) brake function. The other wheels shall continue to provide the ABS function. If the ABS system should fail completely, the brake control shall be returned to normal (non-ABS) braking.

An ABS warning light shall be installed on the driver's dash message center. This warning light shall cycle through a test stage at the point of ignition turn on and remain illuminated until the vehicle reaches approximately four (4) MPH. The light shall illuminate in other conditions to warn of an ABS system failure and shall illuminate when the diagnostic function is activated.

MUD/SNOW SWITCH

The Meritor/Rockwell/Wabco ABS shall be supplied with a mud and snow switch. This switch shall increase the ATC threshold to allow a momentary wheel slip to obtain traction under extreme mud and snow conditions.

MERITOR/WABCO STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

A Meritor / Wabco Roll Stability Control (RSC) System shall be provided on the apparatus chassis. The RSC shall assist in managing road conditions that may result in a vehicle rollover.

The RSC shall intervene to regulate the vehicle's deceleration functions by automatically reducing engine torque, engage the vehicle retarder and apply pressure to the brakes.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) shall be included building upon the established RSC system by sensing the tendency of the vehicle to spin around and automatically applying the brakes to reduce that risk.

This system conforms to the requirements of NFPA-1901 4.13.1.2 - If the apparatus is equipped with a stability control system, the system shall have, at a minimum, a steering wheel position sensor, a vehicle yaw sensor, a lateral accelerometer, and individual wheel brake controls.

REAR TIRES

The rear tires shall be Michelin 12R22.5 (H) tubeless radial XDN2 mud/snow tread.

The rear tire stamped load capacity shall be 27,120 pounds per axle with a nominal speed rating of 75 miles per hour when properly inflated to 120 pounds per square inch.

ALUMINUM WHEELS

Four (4) polished aluminum wheels shall be supplied and installed on the single rear axle. The wheels shall be highly polished on the outboard side.

WHEEL TREATMENT

The aluminum wheels shall be supplied with wheel treatment for a bright finish and wheel protection.

REAR WHEEL TRIM

The rear axle(s) shall be trimmed with mirror finish, 304L grade non-corrosive stainless steel "Lincoln Hat" hub cover and bright finished nut covers.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING DEVICE

Each tire installed on the apparatus shall be equipped with a tire pressure monitoring device. The device shall consist of a valve stem cap with an LED tire alert to indicate tire pressure conditions. The LED will flash when the tire drops 8 psi below the factory setting.

LASER ALIGNMENT

The chassis shall have a laser alignment performed at the factory before delivery.

Toe In Front Axle - The toe in on a vehicle is set to reduce tire wear and to ensure that the vehicle shall steer in a straight line. Toe in measurements are set to a positive 2.50 millimeters total, giving the vehicle 1.25 millimeters from side to side.

Toe In Rear Axle - The toe in on the rear wheels is set up slightly different in that the axle and wheels are set to ride the "crown" of the road. his is achieved by adjusting the toe to a measurement of no less than 1 millimeter, but no more than 2.00 millimeters. The ideal measurement is 1.50 millimeters total for both sides.

Cramp Angle - Cramp angle is set to achieve the greatest turning radius possible with the selected components of the vehicle. Each front wheel is set to zero degrees. The wheel is then turned until it reaches the steering stops. This measurement is the cramp angle.

DIESEL ENGINE

The chassis shall be powered by a Cummins diesel engine as described below:

MODEL:

L9-450

NUMBER OF CYLINDERS:

Six

BORE AND STROKE:

4.49 in (114 mm) x 5.69 in (145 mm)

DISPLACEMENT:

543 cu. in. (8.9L)

MAX HP:

450 hp (336 kW) @ 2100 RPM

TORQUE:

1250 lb-ft (1696 N-m) @ 1300 RPM

GOVERNED RPM:

CURVE:

FR96230EV

Standard Equipment on the engine to include the following:

OIL FILTER:

A full flow / by-pass combination

LUBE OIL COOLER:

High efficiency non-drainback full flow cooling

FUEL FILTERS:

Two fuel filters providing 3 / 10 micron absolute filtration

STARTER:

12 volt

AIR COMPRESSOR:

A Wabco 18.7 cfm compressor shall be provided

ENGINE COOLANT RADIATOR

The engine coolant radiator shall have sufficient capacity to perform under the engine manufacturer installation requirements. The chassis manufacturer shall demonstrate the ability to meet this requirement with the submittal of an approved IQA to the fire department for the apparatus.

This radiator shall have HRPOS top and bottom tanks. These tanks shall have a material thickness of 11 gauge. The top and bottom tanks shall be attached to the header assemblies with a minimum of forty (40) fasteners. These fasteners shall not exceed a center distance of 1.938 inches to reduce the possibility of tank leaks. These fasteners shall be torqued to a value of 29.5 ft-lbs.

The header plates shall be made of 16 gauge brass.

The radiator tubes shall be constructed of .0066 inch thick brass and have a dimensional size of .076 inch x .625 inch. These radiator tubes shall have welded tube seams.

The radiator shall contain three (3) rows of tubes arranged in an inline profile across the radiator core. The entire radiator shall a contain (231) tubes. These tubes shall have a smooth bore to allow for radiator cleaning.

In the critically stressed area, where the radiator tubes are attached to the header plates, this joint shall be accomplished with a welding process on the coolant side. In addition to the welded joint a solder fillet joint shall occur on the air side of the core creating a continuous dual bond.

The radiator shall have a louvered serpentine type core that contains fins constructed of .0024 inch thick copper. These fins shall be spaced to a maximum density of 14 fins per inch of radiator tube. Each fin shall have a louvered surface for high cooling efficiency.

The radiator shall contain an integral coolant de-aeration tank. This tank shall be designed to remove entrapped air or gas from the coolant side of the radiator.

The radiator side rails shall have integrally designed support gussets for the transition to the header attachment.

The bottom tank of the radiator shall have a drain valve for coolant removal.

The bottom tank of the radiator shall have a transmission cooler with a plate-type design. The plates shall have internal turbulators to break up laminar oil flow across the surface. The cooler shall have 1311 square inches of surface area for water surface contact and heat transfer.

The radiator system shall be pressurized with a cap rated per the cooling system requirements of the specific engine manufacturer.

The high efficiency engine fan shall be encompassed with a radiator shroud to provide the proper air flow from the fan blade to the radiator.

The perimeter of the radiator shall have recirculation baffles to eliminate the possibility of recirculation of "hot" air to the face of the radiator core. The bottom of the radiator shall have a recirculation baffle from the radiator to the frame rails.

COOLANT RECOVERY SYSTEM

A coolant recovery system shall be installed on the chassis. This tank is designed to capture coolant overflow when the engine coolant warms and expands. As the engine cools the overflow is then pulled out of the tank and back into the radiator, thus maintaining proper coolant levels.

CHARGE AIR COOLER RADIATOR

The engine charge-air cooler shall have sufficient capacity to perform under the engine manufacturers installation requirements. The chassis manufacturer shall demonstrate the ability to meet this requirement with the submittal of an approved IQA to the fire department for the apparatus.

This radiator shall have cast aluminum side tanks. These tanks shall have a material thickness of .200. These tanks shall be attached to the charge-air core with the ALBRAZE construction technique.

The external air fins shall be louvered serpentine and constructed of .006 inch thick aluminum.

The internal air fins shall be of the lance-and-offset design for greater air turbulence and higher efficiency. The internal fins are to be constructed of .010 inch thick aluminum.

The charge-air cooler shall be mounted directly in front of the engine coolant radiator. To reduce vibration rubber "iso" mounts shall be used for mounting of the charge-air cooler to the engine radiator.

The charge-air cooler shall contain thermal expansion slots to allow the expansion and contraction of the charge-air core over the wide range of temperatures that are expected in operation.

The charge air piping between the engine and charge-air cooler shall be aluminum tubing with a wall thickness of .065 inch. The system shall utilize four (4) ply silicone rubber woven Nomex hoses with stainless steel pressure bands. These bands are designed to maintain the hose shape under the pressure of the turbocharger boost air. All clamps used on the charge air piping are to be stainless steel constant torque and shall be installed at each joint.

LONG LIFE COOLANT

The coolant system shall contain a mixture to keep the coolant from freezing to a temperature of -34 degrees F.

The coolant supplied shall be Long Life Coolant compatible with the engine manufacturer's requirement.

COOLANT HOSES

The entire chassis cooling system shall have premium rubber hoses. All clamps to be stainless steel worm drive type clamps.

COOLANT SYSTEM CLAMPS

Single wire constant torque clamps shall be used for all cooling system hoses.

HEATER LINE SHUT OFF VALVES

The heater circuit shall have quarter turn shut off valves installed on both the supply and return lines to allow a complete shut off of coolant flow to the cab heaters in hot seasons of the year. These valves shall be installed in addition to the valves in the heater unit(s).

ENGINE AIR INTAKE FILTER

The engine shall be equipped with a Cummins Fleetguard heavy duty air filter. The filter shall be easily field serviceable.

ENGINE OIL

The engine shall have the initial factory fill made with a non-synthetic engine oil meeting the engine manufacturer's recommendations.

ENGINE BRAKE

A "JACOBS" Engine Brake shall be supplied.

The Driver shall have an on/off and a high/low engine brake control switch.

Activation of the engine brake shall occur at zero throttle position. The transmission ECU shall be programmed to operate in the pre-select downshift mode to maximize the retarding power of the engine brake.

The brake lights shall illuminate when the Jacobs Brake is in operation.

The Jacobs Brake shall be inoperative when the chassis is in pump mode.

The "JACOBS" engine brake shall be covered under the standard five (5) year Cummins engine warranty.

ENGINE FAST (HIGH) IDLE

The chassis shall be equipped with an Electronic Idle Control (EIC) for the electronic engine. Preset speed is factory adjustable.

The fast idle provision shall only function when the parking brake is set and the transmission is in neutral. Manual selection of the fast idle shall be controlled by a driver's momentary switch.

Automatic activation of the fast idle shall occur when a low voltage condition exists, the truck is in neutral, and the parking brakes are applied.

Cancellation of the fast idle shall be achieved by resetting the manual switch or by depressing the service brake pedal.

AUXILIARY ENGINE COOLER

The cooling system shall have one (1) SENDURE auxiliary engine cooler mounted in the upper radiator water pipe. The apparatus shall have the fire pump water circulated to the cooler from a valve located on the apparatus pump panel.

SPARK ARRESTOR

A spark arrestor shall be installed to the chassis air intake system. This arrestor shall be affixed to the inlet of the air cleaner housing mounted above the radiator to filter out airborne embers.

FAN DRIVE

A fully variable fan drive system shall be installed on the engine. Variable operation is required to reduce fan noise and improve response time and lower off-speed for maximum efficiency. Control of the fan operation is entirely from the engine and fan ECM with no manual override controls.

EXHAUST SYSTEM

A single exhaust pipe shall be provided for the engine. The exhaust pipe shall be supplied with a heat wrap. The wrap shall extend from the engine turbo charger to just below the frame rail.

The exhaust tubing from the turbocharger to the exhaust after treatment device shall be stainless steel.

CUMMINS AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEM

The chassis shall be equipped with a compliant Cummins exhaust after treatment system.

TAILPIPE

The tailpipe shall extend from the exhaust muffler/aftertreatment device to the rear of the vehicle making a 90° bend to exit the vehicle ahead of the rear tires on the curbside of the vehicle. The end of the pipe shall be cut square or perpendicular to the exhaust pipe centerline.

The pipe shall be unpolished stainless steel.

EXHAUST TAILPIPE DIFFUSER

An exhaust gas diffuser shall be furnished on the end of the tailpipe.

DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM

The chassis shall be equipped with a five (5) gallon Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) reservoir system.

The reservoir shall contain a Multifunctional Head Unit (MFHU) that contains integrated level and temperature sensors. The MFHU also shall contain a coolant powered heater to thaw DEF in conditions below 12°F (-11°C) to meet governmental regulations.

The reservoir shall be located on the left frame rail behind the front axle beneath the cab. The mounting system shall use stainless steel mounting brackets to reduce the possibility of corrosion.

TRANSMISSION

The transmission shall be an Allison 3000EVS automatic transmission with electronic controls.

The transmission shall be equipped with a lock-up control circuit that shall automatically shift the transmission into 4th gear lock-up when the pump is shifted into gear.

TRANSMISSION COOLER

An automatic transmission cooler shall be provided as an integral part located in the bottom tank of the radiator. It shall be designed to withstand 165 psi working pressure and an intermittent pressure of 250 psi. The cooler shall be of sufficient size to maintain the operating temperature within the recommended limits of the transmission manufacturer.

TRANSMISSION DRAIN PLUG

A magnetic drain plug shall be installed in the Allison automatic transmission.

TRANSMISSION FLUID

The transmission shall be provided with heavy-duty transmission fluid meeting Allison specification TES-389.

FIVE SPEED PROGRAMMING

The transmission shall be programmed for five speeds.

First - 3.49 Second - 1.86 Third - 1.41 Fourth - 1.00 Fifth - 0.75 Reverse - 5.03 The transmission shall be able to shift from first through fifth gear without operator intervention. The chassis shall be geared for the top speed in 5th gear.

AUTOMATIC NEUTRAL

The transmission shall be provided with circuitry to provide automatic neutral. Setting the parking brake commands the transmission to neutral when the park brake is applied, regardless of drive range…