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Columbia County, Georgia

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This document is a detailed specification for a fire rescue truck procurement by the City of Douglas, outlining requirements for a new fire apparatus. The specification describes a custom-built fire truck based on a Ford F-550 chassis with a 1500 GPM Hale fire pump, designed to meet specific municipal emergency response needs. The apparatus includes comprehensive features such as a 300-gallon water tank, foam system, multiple compartments, advanced electrical systems, warning lights, scene lighting, and specialized equipment like SCBA bottle storage and hard suction hose trays. The truck is configured with a four-door crew cab, 4x4 drivetrain, and is built to comply with most NFPA 1900 standards.

The procurement includes a comprehensive warranty package with multiple coverage periods: a one-year complete apparatus warranty, a ten-year body and plumbing warranty, a five-year paint warranty, and a two-year electrical system warranty. Additional component-specific warranties are provided by manufacturers like Akron Brass, Whelen, and Kussmaul Electronics. The specification emphasizes rigorous testing requirements, including electrical system performance tests, alternator performance evaluations, and low voltage alarm assessments. The total project cost is not explicitly stated, but the detailed specifications suggest a high-end, custom emergency vehicle with significant investment in quality, safety, and performance features.

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City of Douglas Fire Rescue Truck Requirements and Specifications

SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

It is the intent of the manufacturer to provide a new fire apparatus that will withstand the continuous use encountered in the emergency fire fighting service. The apparatus shall be of the latest type, symmetrically proportioned and constructed with due consideration of the load to be sustained.

All parts not specifically mentioned herein, but which are necessary in order to furnish a complete fire apparatus, shall be furnished and shall conform to the best practices known to the fire apparatus industry.

The unit is to be of current year manufacture, and is to be new and unused. The bid price shall not include any local, State, or Federal taxes. The Bidder shall not be liable for any State or Federally mandated tax or program after the sale of this apparatus.

These specifications shall be construed as minimum. Should the manufacturer's current published data or specifications exceed these, they shall be considered minimum and be furnished.

PRIME BIDDER, MANUFACTURER

The manufacturer shall be prime bidder and shall identify the location of their facility.

BIDDERS BACKGROUND

Bids are requested from responsible manufacturers who are engaged in the manufacture of fire apparatus. To insure reliable and complete acceptance of the apparatus, bidder shall have been in operation for a minimum of thirty (30) years in the manufacturing of fire apparatus.

The manufacturer of the apparatus must be fully owned and managed by a Parent Company, Corporation, or Individual(s) that is 100% held by United States of America based Company, Corporation, or United States citizen(s).

Proposals from any manufacturer that is fully or partially owned and/or operated by a foreign company, Corporation or Individual(s) under any type of ownership, partnership, or any similar type of agreement will be immediately rejected.

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

FAMA COMPLIANCE

The apparatus manufacturer must be a current member of the Fire Apparatus Manufacturer's Association (FAMA) and must provide certificate of membership.

FAIR, ETHICAL AND LEGAL COMPETITION

In order to ensure fair, ethical, and legal competition the apparatus manufacturer shall have ever been fined or convicted of price fixing, bid rigging, or collusion in any domestic or international fire apparatus market.

PROPRIETARY PARTS

It is the intention of the purchaser for all bidders to furnish the apparatus with major parts commonly used by the heavy-duty truck manufacturers and open market vendors whereas replacement parts are more readily available and at reduced cost. The use of proprietary parts may not be acceptable to the purchaser.

MANUFACTURER'S DISCRETION

Materials, parts, or procedures used are subject to change at manufacturer's discretion at any time to provide equal or better products.

PRODUCT QUALITY AND WORKMANSHIP

The components provided and workmanship performed shall be of the highest quality available for this application. Special consideration shall be given to the following areas:

A). Accessibility to various components that require periodic maintenance or lubrication checks.

B). Ease of vehicle and pump operation.

C). Features beneficial to the intended operation of the apparatus.

Construction of the complete apparatus shall be designed to carry the loads intended to meet the road and terrain conditions and speed requirements desired when specified by the purchaser.

Welding shall not be employed in the assembly of the apparatus in a manner that will prevent the removal of any major component part for service and/or repair.

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Each bidder must submit with their bid proposal a Certificate of Insurance listing the proposed manufacturer's product liability insurance coverage. Liability insurance shall be a minimum amount of ten (10) million dollars. Submitted certificate shall name the apparatus manufacturer, insurance company, policy number, and effective dates of the insurance policy. Bids submitted without the required certificate will be considered non responsive and automatically rejected. No exceptions are allowed to the minimum insurance coverage requirement.

The manufacturer shall maintain full insurance coverage on the purchaser's cab and chassis from time of first possession by the manufacturer until the apparatus is delivered and accepted by the purchaser (No Exceptions). Purchaser reserves the right to require proof of insurance from the manufacturer's insurance carrier prior to entering into a contract for the apparatus.

PAYMENT TERMS

Full payment for the apparatus shall be made at time of delivery of the completed vehicle. Due to insurance liability, the apparatus will not be left at the purchaser's location without full acceptance and payment or prior agreement between the Purchaser and Bidder.

Final delivery price shall not include any Local, State or Federal taxes. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any State or Federal mandated tax or program after sale or delivery of the apparatus.

VEHICLE ACCEPTANCE AND DELIVERY

The customer shall pickup the vehicle at the manufacturing facility and shall supply evidence of sufficient insurance coverage to transport the vehicle.

FUEL TANK FILLED AT DELIVERY

The fuel tank and DEF tank (if applicable) shall be filled upon final delivery at the factory.

APPARATUS DIMENSIONS

These are standard truck dimensions. Changes in configuration or additional options may affect these dimensions. The contract specification shall contain the exact dimensions.

OVERALL HEIGHT

The overall height shall be less than 96.00".

OVERALL LENGTH

The overall length shall be no longer than 26.00'.

OVERALL WIDTH

The overall width of the body shall be 96.00" wide; chassis mirrors will extend out past this width.

PUMP HOUSE DIMENSIONS

The pump module shall be 24.00" wide.

ANGLE OF APPROACH

The angle of approach for the apparatus shall not be less than eight (8) degrees as specified by the current edition of NFPA 1900.

ANGLE OF DEPARTURE

The angle of departure for the apparatus shall not be less than eight (8) degrees as specified by the current edition of NFPA 1900.

NFPA 1900 STANDARDS

This apparatus specification includes a commercial chassis that has not been certified to meet the requirements of NFPA 1900 edition by the chassis manufacturer. Although this chassis may comply with certain aspects of the standard, the apparatus manufacturer has not received certification from this chassis manufacturer that all criteria have been met. The body as built by the manufacturer must comply with the NFPA standards effective January of 2024.

ROAD TEST CERTIFICATION

A road test shall be conducted with the finished apparatus fully loaded. During this time, the apparatus shall not show loss of power and/or overheating. The transmission drive shaft or shafts and rear axle shall run free from abnormal vibration or noise throughout the operating range of the apparatus. The apparatus, when loaded, shall have not less than 25% or more than 45% of the weight on the front axle and not less than 55% or more than 75% on the rear axle.

A). The apparatus must be capable of accelerating to 35 mph from a standing start within 25 seconds on a level concrete highway without exceeding the maximum governed RPM of the engine.

B). The apparatus must be capable of accelerating from a steady speed of 15 mph to a true speed of 35 mph within 30 seconds. This shall be accomplished without moving the gear selector.

C). The fully loaded apparatus shall be capable of obtaining a speed of 50 to 55 mph on a level concrete highway.

D). The manufacturer shall furnish copies of the engine installation approvals signed by the appropriate engine company upon delivery of the chassis to the Fire Department.

E). The manufacturer shall furnish copies of the transmission approval signed by the transmission manufacturer upon delivery of the chassis to the Fire Department.

F). The manufacturer shall furnish copies of the front and rear axle approvals upon delivery of the apparatus to the Fire Department.

ROAD TEST FAILURE

In the event the apparatus fails to meet the test requirements of these specifications on the first trials, second trials may be made at the option of the manufacturer within thirty (30) days of the first trials. Such trials shall be final and conclusive and failure to comply with changes, as the purchaser may consider necessary to conform to any clause of the specifications within thirty (30) days after notice is given to the manufacturer of such changes, shall be cause for rejection of the apparatus. Permission to keep or store the apparatus in any building owned or occupied by the purchaser, or its use by the purchaser during the above-specified period with permission of the manufacturer, shall not constitute acceptance.

SEATED AND BELTED WARNING LABEL - FAMA# 07

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

CAB INTERIOR EQUIPMENT MOUNTING DANGER LABEL - FAMA# 10

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

FIRE SERVICE TIRES - FAMA12

A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab which warns of the special requirements for fire service–rated tires, shall be visible to the driver entering the cab of any apparatus so equipped.

DO NOT WEAR HELMET LABEL - FAMA# 15

A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab in view of all seated positions stating that helmets should not be worn in cab. The label shall also warn of potential injury or death that could be caused by wearing helmet in cab.

VEHICLE BACKING LABEL - FAMA17

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

CHASSIS DATA LABELS

The following information shall be on labels affixed to the vehicle:

Fluid Data:

· Engine oil

· Engine coolant

· Chassis transmission fluid

· Pump transmission lubrication fluid

· Pump primer fluid (if applicable)

· Drive axle(s) lubrication fluid

· Air conditioning refrigerant

· Air conditioning lubrication

· Power steering fluid

· Cab tilt mechanism fluid (if applicable)

· Transfer case fluid

· Equipment rack fluid (if applicable)

· Air compressor system lubricant

· Generator system lubricant (if applicable)

Chassis Data:

· Chassis Manufacturer

· Production Number

· Year Built

· Month Manufactured

· Vehicle Identification Number

Location shall be in the driver's compartment of the chassis cab.

OVERALL HEIGHT, LENGTH, GVW DATA PLAQUE

A "high visibility" plate shall be permanently mounted in the cab, visible to driver when seated.

The plate shall show the overall height of the completed apparatus in feet and inches, the overall length of the completed apparatus in feet and inches.

The plate shall also show the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) in tons.

Text shall also be supplied on the plate, indicating that the information shown is current upon completion of the apparatus. If the overall height of the apparatus changes after the apparatus is put into service, then the purchaser must revise the dimensions on the plate.

FAMA SAFETY GUIDE

One (1) copy of the latest edition of FAMA's Fire Apparatus Safety Guide shall be provided with the completed apparatus.

COMMERCIAL CHASSIS SPECIFICATION

CHASSIS PROVIDER

The chassis, as detailed in these specifications, shall be ordered and supplied by the apparatus manufacturer.

CHASSIS

One (1) new FORD F-550 rear axle drive 4x4, dual rear wheels (DRW), four (4) door crew cab and chassis with XL trim.

Wheelbase:

203.70"

Cab to Axle:

84.00"

GVW RATING

The chassis will include the Payload Plus Upgrade Package so that the gross vehicle weight rating is 19,500 pounds.

FRAME

The frame rails shall include the upgrade required to meet the enhanced GVWR.

Rear Axle and Suspension: wide track, rigid rear axle, HD rear suspension package, anti-roll bar, HD rear leaf springs, HD rear shocks

FRONT AXLE

The front axle will be a driving type with a 7,500 lb capacity rating at the ground.

FRONT SUSPENSION

An "Extra Heavy Service Suspension" will be provided on the front axle. The rating will be as described below, but it will provide enhanced support over the standard suspension:

- Front Mono-beam non-independent suspension with coil spring and anti-roll bar

- Capacity at Ground: 7,500 lb

- Front Stabilizer Bar

Shock absorbers will be provided on the front axle.

REAR AXLE

The single reduction limited slip rear axle will have a ground rating capacity of 14,706 lbs.

REAR AXLE RATIO

The ratio of the rear axle will be provided by the chassis manufacturer.

REAR SUSPENSION

The rear suspension will be a leaf spring type, with a capacity at ground level of 15,000 lbs.

The rear stabilizer bar will be included.

PARKING BRAKE

The parking brake will be located on the rear axle service brake.

Rear axle brakes will be disc style.

HIGH CAPACITY TRAILOR TOW PACKAGE

Package includes:

- Trailer brake wiring kit

- Increase GCW on diesel engine from 32,500 lbs. to 35,000 lbs. (F-450)

- Increase GCW on diesel engine from 32,500 lbs. to 40,000 lbs. (F-550)

BRAKING SYSTEM

Power vented disc with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), electronically controlled brake boost and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB).

SHIFT ON THE FLY

Transfer case: Electronic shift-on-the-fly cab controlled high and low range HD front package, stabilizer bar, front shocks, with auto/manual locking hubs and rotary switch on dash.

SKID PLATE

Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield

POWERTRAIN (99T)

- 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel Engine, OHV (32-valve)

- Horsepower: 330 HP @ 2,200 RPM

- Rated Torque: 950 lb.-ft. @ 1,850 rpm

- Stationary Elevated Idle Control, SEIC

Exhaust System: horizontally mounted, discharge on right side aft of wheels

TRANSMISSION

TorqShift 10-speed automatic with selectable drive modes.

FIRE/ RESCUE PREP PKG w/EPA SPECIAL EMISSIONS (LPO) Includes 7,000 lbs. max front springs/GAWR rating for configuration selected. Incomplete vehicle package - requires further manufacture and certification by a final stage manufacturer. Ford urges Fire/Rescue Vehicle manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). NOTE 1: Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC) has been integrated into the engine control module. NOTE 2: Engine calibration significantly reduces the possibility of depower mode when in stationary PTO operation. NOTE 3: Operator commanded regen allowed down to 30% of DPF filter full, instead of 100%. NOTE 4: Must meet the definition of an Emergency Vehicle, an Ambulance or Fire Truck per 40 CFR 86.1803.01 in the Federal Register. NOTE 5: California Code of Regulations allows for the sale of Federally certified emergency vehicles in California.

Includes:

Dual Extra Heavy-Duty Alternators (Total 377-Amps)

Operator Commanded Regeneration (OCR) Includes active regeneration inhibit.

MANUAL REGENERATION

A push button switch on the dash to initiate manual DPF regeneration.

CHASSIS FUEL TANK

40 gallon aft-axle with auxiliary fuel tap

NFPA 1900 section 9.3.4.6 requires a means for draining the tank without removing the tank.

As provided by the chassis manufacturer, there will be no means to drain the fuel tank. This apparatus will be non-compliant to NFPA 1900 standards effective at time of contract execution.

REAR AXLE RATIO

The ratio of the rear axle shall be 4.88 limited slip.

Engine Block Heater

PTO PROVISION

Transmission Power Take-Off Provision

CAB TYPE

Conventional, engine forward, four (4) door crew cab

Construction: Welded steel

Accessories:

- Solar Tinted glass in all windows

- Dual sun visors

- Electric windshield washer

- Dome light

- Fresh air heater and defroster

- Dual electric horns

- Driver and passenger air bags

- Gray Vinyl Upholstery

- Roof Clearance Lights

- Black vinyl full floor covering

- 12V Auxiliary Power Point

Headlamps: dual beam jewel effect

Climate Controls: controls for heat, defroster, and air conditioning

Mirrors: black manually telescope fold-away in/out for view adjustment.

Instrumentation:

- Tachometer

- Speedometer

- Turbo boost (diesel only)

- Oil pressure

- Coolant temperature

- Fuel gauge

- Transmission temperature gauge

- Indicator lights & Message Center/odometer, trip odometer, engine hour meter & warning messages.

POWER EQUIPMENT GROUP

The electrical power equipment group shall be provided on the chassis. The option package shall include power door locks, power side windows and a momentary down driver's window.

CAB SEATING

The front seating shall consist of a heavy duty vinyl 40/20/40 split front bench seat w/center armrest, cup holder, storage and manual driver-side lumbar support

REAR CAB SEATING

The rear seating shall consist of a heavy duty vinyl 60/40 bench flip-up/fold-down rear seat.

XL VALUE PACKAGE

4.2" center stack screen

AM/FM stereo MP3 player w/ six speakers

Chrome front bumper

Cruise control

Ford SYNC

WHEELS

Six (6), 10-hole Disc, 19.50" x 6.00" RW Steel

TIRES

Six (6) 225/70Rx19.5G BSW A/P tires shall come supplied from ford with the chassis.

FORD SUPERDUTY WARRANTY

Description

Months/Distance Basic...................................................................................60 month/36,000 miles

Powertrain...........................................................................60 month/60,000 miles

Corrosion Perforation..................................................60 month/unlimited mileage

Roadside Assistance .........................................................60 month/60,000 miles

Diesel Engine ..................................................................60 month/100,000 miles

CAB EXTERIOR PAINT - TWO-TONE COLOR

The cab shall be painted a two-tone color.

CAB Primary/ Lower Color:

Color: Ford Race Red Paint Number: PQ CAB Secondary/ Upper Color:

Color: Granite Crystal Metallic Paint Number: TBD The upper and lower paint shall meet at a break line on the cab which shall be determined and approved, in writing, by the department before the apparatus goes into production.

RUNNING BOARDS

One (1) set of DeeZee Rough Step running boards shall be mounted to each side of the chassis. The running boards shall be constructed of heavy duty aluminum and have a black powder coated finish.

GRILLE GUARD

A Warn model 109580 Trans4mer Gen III grille guard with headlamp guard shall be provided. The grille guard kit shall have a powder coated black finish.

WINCH CARRIER - LARGE FRAME

A Warn model 107651 large frame winch carrier shall be installed in grille guard. It shall be capable of carrying Warn winch models 16.5ti, M15, and M12.

The winch carrier shall have a powder coated black finish.

FRONT MOUNTED WINCH

A WARN model M12000 electric winch with 12,000 pound rated line pull shall be installed in the brush guard. The winch shall be equipped with 125.00' of 3/8" diameter wire rope, clevis hook and a 4-way roller fairlead. The winch shall be operated through a 12.00' pendant with a hand held control. The winch shall include an automatic mechanical cone brake. It shall feature an easy to use free-spooling rotating ring gear clutch.

TOWING HITCH RECEIVER

A trailer towing hitch receiver with safety chain anchors shall be installed at the rear of the apparatus.

The hitch receiver shall be constructed of heavy steel tubing and reinforced to the apparatus framework. The hitch receiver shall have a Class V rating of 16,000 pounds towing and 1,600 pounds tongue weight when used with a weight distributing hitch assembly.

The receiver shall accept a 2.00" hitch.

One (1) 7-prong connector with a weatherproof cover shall be supplied and mounted near the rear receiver tube.

SEATING MODIFICATION

The center portion of the 40/20/40 split bench seat shall be removed to accommodate the installation of the specified console.

SEATING CAPACITY

The seating capacity in the cab will be four (4).

REAR CREW AREA SEATS

The Ford factory seats shall be removed in the rear crew area. Two (2) VALOR SCBA style seats with ZICO EZ Lock brackets and seat riser shall be provided and installed.

The seats will be installed with one (1) in the passenger's side outboard position and one (1) in the driver's side outboard position. There will be no seat in the center position. Seats will utilize the existing shoulder safety belt system.

SCBA SEAT CRASH HAZARD - FAMA# 11

Safety sign FAMA # 11 sign shall be visible to the occupants of the SCBA seats in the cab. "SCBA Seat Crash Hazard. Only occupy SCBA seat with pack or seat insert in place. Sitting in an SCBA seat without an SCBA pack or seat insert may cause injury in the event of a crash."

SEAT BELT WEB LENGTH

NFPA 1900 section 11.1.3.1 and 11.1.3.2 requires effective seat belt web length for a Type 1 lap belt for pelvic restraint to be a minimum of 60.00", and a Type 2 pelvic and upper torso restraint-style seat belt assembly to be a minimum of 110.00".

Per specification of a commercial chassis, this apparatus may not have seat belts of the required length. These belts may not provide sufficient length for large firefighters in bunker gear. This apparatus will be non-compliant to NFPA 1900 standards effective at time of contract execution.

SEAT BELTS

NFPA 1900 Section 11.1.3.3 requires the seat belt webbing to be bright red or bright orange in color on the following:

1. SAE Class 4, Class 5, or Class 6 apparatus with seating for more than five (5) occupants.

2. SAE Class 7 or Class 8 apparatus with seating for more than three (3) occupants.

The seat belt color is not available in red or orange from the commercial chassis manufacturer. Per specification of a commercial chassis, the seat belt color will be NFPA 1900 compliant effective at time of contract execution.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING DEVICE

A Real Wheels LED AIrGuard shall be supplied for each tire. The device shall consist of a valve stem cap to with an LED tire alert to indicate tire pressure conditions. The LED will flash when the tire drops 5-10 psi below the factory setting.

The tire pressure sensors shall be shipped loose.

STAINLESS WHEEL COVERS

The front and rear axles shall be equipped with stainless steel wheel covers.

AIR VALVE EXTENSIONS

Braided air valve extensions shall be supplied for the rear wheel covers.

CHASSIS EXHAUST EXTENSION - RIGHT HAND SIDE

The chassis exhaust shall be modified and relocated to the right side of the apparatus, and will terminate behind of the rear wheel.

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD

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

HOT EXHAUST DANGERS LABEL - FAMA# 04

A permanent label shall be provided near any hot exhaust surface that warns of potential injury or death that could be caused by contact with the surface. The label shall also state precautions that should be taken while working on or around the surface.

CHASSIS PREPARATION

Prior to installation of the fire pump, apparatus body, or cab steps, all components which extend out beyond the chassis frame rails shall be removed and relocated to the area within the frame rails

REAR MUD FLAPS

A pair of black rubber mud flaps, with the manufacturer's logo, shall be provided and installed behind the rear wheels.

CENTER CONSOLE

A center console fabricated from 0.125" aluminum shall be furnished and shall be located between the driver and officer's seats. The forward area of the console shall have a mounting surface for emergency lighting switch panels and/or electronic siren control boxes within reach of the driver or officer.

CONSOLE FINISH

The front and sides of the console shall be painted black in color.

CONSOLE STORAGE

The rear portion of the console shall be provided with an open top storage area for notebooks or maps and shall have two (2) dividers constructed of 0.125" aluminum.

CUP HOLDERS

Two (2) cup holders shall be provided and installed in the console.

CENTER CONSOLE

A center console fabricated from aluminum shall be furnished and shall be located between the driver and officer's seats.

The forward area of the console shall have a mounting surface for emergency lighting switch panels and/or electronic siren control boxes within reach of the driver or officer.

SEATING MODIFICATION

The center portion of the 40/20/40 split bench seat shall be removed to accommodate the installation of the specified console.

BATTERY SYSTEM

The battery system shall be supplied with the chassis.

MASTER BODY DISCONNECT SWITCH

A master body disconnect on/off switch shall be provided in the cab, near the driver’s door. The switch shall disconnect the power to the apparatus body when the ignition switch is in the off position.

One (1) reset breaker shall be installed between the 12v output and any electrical load.

One (1) indicator light shall be provided to indicate the apparatus 12-volt system is on. The light shall be located in the chassis cab and be visible from the driver’s positions. The light shall be green in color and labeled “Master Battery”.

BATTERY CHARGER, BUILT-IN BATTERY SAVER

One (1) Kussmaul Auto Charge 1000 PLC, model #091-215-12, 15 amp battery charger and 3 amp battery saver shall be installed.

The Auto Charge 1000 PLC with Parasitic Load Compensation (PLC) is a compact, microprocessor controlled, completely automatic, single channel battery charger designed for vehicles with a single battery system. The PLC charger is designed to withstand the shock and vibration encountered by vehicle mounted equipment.

The battery saver component shall eliminate drain on vehicle’s battery system when vehicle is not in use. The system shall automatically disconnect auxiliary vehicle loads from battery when the charger is energized.

Parasitic Load Compensation feature is designed especially to meet the heavy duty requirements of emergency vehicles. Parasitic load compensation allows you to input the total number of parasitic load amps on the vehicle. Then the charger will shift the absorption stage set point so the battery voltage will drop to the float voltage when the desired current is reached. This will lead to a longer battery life and no overcharging or overheating.

The charger shall have the following operational specifications:

a) 120 volts AC input at 3.5 amps

b) Battery Charger: 12 volts DC output at 15 amps

c) Battery Saver: 3 amps 12 volt DC output

d) 8 Pin Selector Switch on front panel

a. Battery Type: Lead-Acid, Gel Cell, AGM or Odyssey

b. Float / 3-Step

c. Battery Saver ON/OFF

d. Parasitic Load Compensation

e) AC power applied light on front panel

f) System LED Status Indicator on front panel

g) Dimensions of: 9.35” high x 5.9” wide x 4.725” deep and weighs 11 lbs.

120 VOLT SHORELINE CONNECTION - "SUPER" AUTO EJECT

One (1) Kussmaul "Super" Auto Eject model 091-55-20-120, automatic, 120 volt, 20 amp shoreline disconnect shall be provided for the on board, 120 volt battery charging systems.

AUTO-EJECT MATING PLUG

A Kussmaul model # 5-20P-H, 20 amp mating female cord end shall be shipped loose with the apparatus to allow the Fire Department to connect cord end to a Fire Department provided charging cord.

BATTERY CHARGER DISPLAY/ COVER

One (1) Kussmaul model 091-55-234-YW universal single battery bank voltage display/ auto eject cover shall be supplied with the charger.

The cover shall be yellow in color.

SHORELINE RECEPTACLE LOCATION

The shoreline receptacle shall be located on the left hand side of the apparatus in a pre-determined location by the manufacturer.

BACK-UP ALARM

One (1) 97 DB back up alarm shall be provided and installed at the rear of the unit. It shall be wired to activate when the transmission is placed in reverse.

ANTENNA BASE INSTALL

One (1) two-way radio antenna base(s), supplied by the purchaser, shall be installed by the apparatus manufacturer at a location specified by the purchaser. The antenna cable(s) shall be routed from the antenna to the location(s) specified by the purchaser.

MASTER BODY DISCONNECT SWITCH

A master body disconnect on/off switch shall be provided in the cab, near the driver’s door. The switch shall disconnect the power to the apparatus body when the ignition switch is in the off position.

One (1) reset breaker shall be installed between the 12v output and any electrical load.

One (1) indicator light shall be provided to indicate the apparatus 12-volt system is on. The light shall be located in the chassis cab and be visible from the driver’s positions. The light shall be green in color and labeled “Master Battery”.

BATTERY CONDITIONER

A Kussmaul Chief 4012 Series battery conditioner shall be supplied. The battery conditioner shall provide a 40 amp output for the chassis batteries and a 20 amp output circuit for accessory loads.

BATTERY CHARGER LOCATION

The battery charger shall be located in compartment L2, vertically as high up as possible towards the forward facing compartment wall.

120 VOLT SHORELINE CONNECTION - "SUPER" AUTO EJECT

One (1) Kussmaul "Super" Auto Eject model 091-55-20-120, automatic, 120 volt, 20 amp shoreline disconnect shall be provided for the on board, 120 volt battery charging systems.

AUTO-EJECT MATING PLUG

A 5-20P, 20 amp mating female cord end shall be shipped loose with the apparatus to allow the Fire Department to connect cord end to a Fire Department provided charging cord.

BATTERY CHARGER DISPLAY/ COVER

One (1) Kussmaul model 091-55-266-YW battery charger status center/ auto eject cover shall be supplied with the charger.

The cover shall be yellow in color.

ELECTRICAL INLET LOCATION

The electrical inlet shall be installed on the left hand side of the pump module.

BACK-UP ALARM

One (1) 97 DB back up alarm shall be provided and installed at the rear of the unit. It shall be wired to activate when the transmission is placed in reverse.

DUAL USB PORT

One (1) Kussmaul model # 091-219-5 shall be installed in the console. It shall contain two (2) 2.4 amp USB charging ports.

PUMP, MODULE, AND RELATED ITEMS

NFPA 1900 COMPLIANT PUMP

The fire pump and related plumbing on the specified apparatus shall be installed in accordance with applicable NFPA 1900 guidelines at the time the contract was placed.

HALE DSD SIDE MOUNT PUMP

The pump shall be of a size and design to mount on the chassis rails of commercial and custom truck chassis.

The entire pump shall be assembled and tested at the pump manufacturer's factory.

The pump shall be driven by a drive line from the truck transmission. The engine shall provide sufficient horsepower and RPM to enable pump to meet and exceed its rated performance.

The entire pump shall be hydrostatically tested to a pressure of 600 PSI. Pump shall be free from objectionable pulsation and vibration.

The pump body and related parts shall be of fine grain alloy cast iron, with a minimum tensile strength of 30,000 PSI (2069 bar). All metal moving parts in contact with water shall be of high quality bronze or stainless steel. Pump utilizing castings made of lower tensile strength cast iron not acceptable.

Pump body shall be vertically split, on a single plane for easy removal of entire impeller assembly including clearance rings.

Pump shaft to be rigidly supported by two (2) bearings for minimum deflection. The bearings shall be heavy duty, deep groove ball bearings in the gearbox and they shall be splash lubricated.

The pump impeller shall be hard, fine grain bronze of the mixed flow design; accurately machines, hand ground and individually balanced. The vanes of the impeller intake eye shall be hand ground and polished to a sharp edge, and be of sufficient size and design to provide ample reserve capacity utilizing minimum horsepower.

Impeller clearance rings shall be bronze, easily renewable without replacing impeller or pump volute body.

The pump shaft shall be heat-treated, electric furnace, corrosion resistant stainless steel. Pump shaft must be sealed with double-lip oil seal to keep road dirt and water out of gearbox.

GEARBOX

Pump gearbox shall be of sufficient size to withstand up to 16,000 lbs. ft. of drive through torque of the engine system. The drive unit shall be designed of ample capacity for lubrication reserve and to maintain the proper operating temperature.

The gearbox drive shafts shall be of heat-treated chrome nickel steel and at least 2.75 inches in diameter, on both the input and output drive shafts. They shall withstand the full torque of the engine.

All gears, both drive and pump, shall be of highest quality electric furnace chrome nickel steel. Bores shall be ground to size and teeth integrated and hardened, to give an extremely accurate gear for long life, smooth, quiet running, and higher load carrying capability. An accurately cut spur design shall be provided to eliminate all possible end thrust. (No exceptions.)

The pump ratio shall be selected by the apparatus manufacturer to give maximum performance with the engine and transmission selected.

If the gearbox is equipped with a power shift, the shifting mechanism shall be a heat treated, hard anodized aluminum power cylinder, with stainless steel shaft. An in-cab control for rapid shift shall be provided that locks in road or pump.

MECHANICAL SEAL

The pump shall have a mechanical seal. One (1) only required on the suction (inboard) side of the pump. The mechanical seal shall be two (2) inches in diameter and shall be spring loaded, maintenance free and self-adjusting. Mechanical seal construction shall be a carbon sealing ring, stainless steel coil spring, Viton rubber cup, and a tungsten carbide seat with Teflon backup seal.

PUMP WARRANTY

The pump shall be covered by the Hale Pro-Tech 5-year pump warranty against workmanship and materials. Both parts and labor shall be covered for the first 2 years and years 3-5 shall have parts only coverage.

1500 GPM FIRE PUMP SPECIFICATIONS

The centrifugal type fire pump shall be a Hale model DSD midship mounted with a rated capacity of 1500 GPM. The pump shall meet NFPA 1900 requirements.

The pump shall be certified to meet the following deliveries:

1500 gpm (5678 L/M) @ 150 psi (10.3 bar)

1050 gpm (3974 L/M) @ 200 psi (13.8 bar)

750 gpm (2839 L/M) @ 250 psi (17.2 bar)

ALTITUDE REQUIREMENTS

The apparatus shall be designed to meet the specified rating at 0 to 2000' altitude.

LEFT SIDE INTAKE

One (1) 6.00" steamer intake with a screen and male NST threads shall be provided on the left hand side of the pump module.

INLET CAP

One (1) 6.00" chrome plated cap with long handles and NSTF threads shall be supplied. The cap shall be capable of withstanding 500 PSI and be trimmed with the apparatus manufacturer's logo in the center of the cap.

RIGHT SIDE MASTER INTAKE

One (1) 6.00" steamer intake with screen and male NST threads shall be provided on the right hand side of the pump module.

INLET CAP

One (1) 6.00" chrome plated cap with long handles and NSTF threads shall be supplied. The cap shall be capable of withstanding 500 PSI and be trimmed with the apparatus manufacturer's logo in the center of the cap.

DRIVELINE MODIFICATION

The chassis driveline shall be modified to accommodate any changes required by the installation of the fire pump.

AIR COMPRESSOR - PUMP SHIFT

Since the Ford Super duty chassis does not have an onboard chassis air system, an alternate air system will be provided. This system will include a 12-volt air compressor and a small capacity tank. The compressor and tank will be installed in a location that does not interfere with other equipment.

The compressor will maintain air system pressure. A pressure switch will sense when the system pressure drops and automatically start the compressor, (providing the battery switch is "on") which then will run until pressure is restored.

PUMP SHIFT

An air operated pump shift shall be pneumatically controlled using a power shifting cylinder. The power shift control valve shall be mounted in the cab.

Since the apparatus is equipped with an automatic chassis transmission and the fire pump is driven through the automatic transmission, an interlock system shall be provided to ensure that the pump drive system components are properly engaged in the pumping mode of operation so that the pumping system can be safely operated from the pump operator's position.

The pump shifting device used between the engine and the pump shall be equipped with a means to prevent unintentional movement of the control device from its set position.

A GREEN indicator light shall be located in the driving compartment. This indicator light shall be energized when the pump shift has been completely and shall be marked "PUMP ENGAGED".

A second GREEN indicator light in the driving compartment shall be provided and energized when both the pump shift has been completed and the chassis transmission is engaged in pump gear.

SHIFT INTERLOCK MODULE

A Class1 shift interlock module shall be installed on the pump transmission. The module shall be capable of the following:

3. Prevents the pump from being shifted from pump mode to road mode unless the apparatus in in neutral, ensuring the apparatus is not put into road mode creating a runaway condition.

4. Prevents the pump from being shifted from road mode to pump mode while the apparatus is in gear. Protect transmission from costly damage caused by hot shifting.

5. Internal delay allows the driveshaft to stop in order to minimize mis-shifts.

PIPING AND MANIFOLDS

All the plumbing and/or piping in the pump module shall be of 304 stainless steel or flexible piping for long life. All stainless steel castings shall be a minimum of schedule 40. All NPT pipe thread connections larger than 0.75” connections shall be avoided in the construction of the plumbing system. The following valves shall have groove connection: rear discharge, tank fill, all 2.00” and 2.50” pre-connect valves.

The flexible piping shall be black SBR synthetic rubber hose with 300 working pounds and 1200 pounds burst pressure for sizes 1.50 through 4.00”. Sizes 0.75”, 1.00” and 5.00” are rated at 250 pound working and 1000 pound burst pressure. All sizes are rated at 30 HG vacuum. Reinforcement consists of two plies of high tensile strength tire cord for all sizes sand helix wire installed in sizes 1 through 5.00” for maximum performance in tight bend applications. The material has a temperature rating of –40 degrees F to 210 degrees F. Full flow couplings are precision machined from high tensile strength stainless steel. All female couplings are brass. 0.75” and 1.00” male and Victaulic couplings are brass

SYNFLEX SUCTION, DISCHARGE, PRESSURE AND CONTROL LINES

Small lines within the pump enclosure shall be constructed from Synflex hose. Uses include, but are not limited to such lines as priming control, gauge lines, drain lines, air control valves, pump shift, supplemental cooling, foam flush and air bleeder valves.

PLUMBING SYSTEM

The plumbing system shall be left unpainted by the apparatus manufacturer.

HOSE THREADS- NST

All hose threads shall be National Standard Thread (NST) on all base threads on the apparatus intake and discharges, unless otherwise specified.

CAPS AND ADAPTERS SAFETY TETHER

All applicable discharge and suction caps, plugs and adapters shall be equipped with chrome plated ball chain and secured to the vehicle.

PUMP CERTIFICATION

The fire pump shall be tested to meet the flow requirements of the pump. A written certification shall be provided with the completed vehicle.

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE-NONE

Pressure controlled by electronic governor.

U.L. TEST POINTS

Two (2) U.L. test plugs shall be mounted on the pump panel for testing of the vacuum and pressures.

MASTER PUMP DRAIN

The pump shall be equipped with a Class 1 master pump drain to allow draining of the lower pump cavities, volute and selected water carrying lines and accessories. The drain shall have an all brass body with a stainless steel return spring.

VALVES

The valves shall be Akron Brass with stainless balls. The valves shall be bi-directional with full flow capability. The valves shall be of fixed pivot ball design with a flow pressure rating to meet NFPA 1900 standards. All 3.00” discharge valves shall be supplied with a true slow close mechanism per NFPA specifications.

INDIVIDUAL DRAINS

One (1) individual Class1 lift up drain valve shall be furnished for each 1.50" or larger discharge port and each 2.50" gated auxiliary suction.

DISCHARGE GAUGES

Individual Class 1 2.50" line gauges for each 2.00” or larger discharge shall be provided and mounted adjacent to the discharge valve control handle. The gauges shall indicate pressure from 0 to 400 PSI. The pressure gauge shall be fully filled with pulse and vibration dampening Interlube to lubricate the internal mechanisms to prevent lens condensation and to ensure proper operation to minus 40 degrees F. To prevent internal freezing and to keep contaminants from entering the gauge, the stem and Bourdon tube shall be filled with low temperature material and be sealed from the water system using an isolating Sub Z diaphragm located in the stem.

HALE MODEL ESP-PVG OIL LESS PRIMING SYSTEM

The priming pump shall be a positive displacement, oil-less rotary vane electric motor driven pump conforming to NFPA-1901 rated performance requirements. The pump body shall be manufactured of heat-treated anodized aluminum for wear and corrosion resistance. The pump shall be capable of producing a minimum of 24 Hg vacuum at 2,000 feet (609.6m) above sea level. The electric motor shall be a 12 VDC totally enclosed unit. The priming pump shall not require lubrication. The priming pump shall operate by a push button switch mounted on the pump operator’s panel. The switch controls an air cylinder on the PVG control valve, which shall be located behind the panel and manufactured of bronze construction.

PRIMER FUSE

The primer shall be protected with a 250 amp fusible link that is designed to protect the apparatus 12 volt electrical system if the primer motor malfunctions.

ANODES

The fire pump shall be equipped with replaceable alloy anodes. The pump shall have one (1) anode on each intake section and one (1) anode on the discharge section of the fire pump, for a total of three (3).

THERMAL RELIEF VALVE

A Hale Model TRV120 Thermal Relief Valve shall be provided on the pump. If water temperature in the pump exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit, the thermal relief valve shall automatically open and discharge pump water to the ground, through a 0.375" discharge line, routed below the pump module. The thermal relief valve shall automatically close when the water temperature is lowered.

PUMP COOLER VALVE

A pump cooler valve shall be installed in the instrument panel. The valve shall be a 0.25" multi-turn valve installed thru the instrument panel and labeled.

SENTRY GOVERNOR PRESSURE SYSTEM

The apparatus shall be equipped with the Class1 Sentry Pressure Governor System. The Sentry Pressure Governor System (SPGS) is a J1939 CAN based pressure governing system that consists of a Sentry display, Twister throttle, pressure transducers and associated wiring.

The Sentry display utilizes Class1’s UltraView technology. It is a custom tooled and programmed, 4.30", full color LCD display with (8) buttons. The Sentry display provides the interface to the Engine Control Module (ECM) mounted on the engine.

The following parameters visible at all times:

· Pump Intake Pressure

· Pump Discharge Pressure

· Engine RPM

· Engine Oil Pressure

· Engine Coolant Temperature

· Transmission Temperature

· System Voltage

· Throttle Ready Interlock Status

· Pump Engaged Interlock Status

· OKAY to Pump Interlock Status

· Operating Mode Status (RPM or Pressure)

· Target Pressure Indication (when in pressure mode)

LEFT SIDE AUXILIARY SUCTION

One (1) 2.50" intake shall be located on the left side panel. The valve shall come equipped with an inlet strainer and a 2.50" NST chrome inlet swivel.

The side auxiliary inlet will incorporate a quarter-turn ball valve with a swing-type manual control located adjacent the intake.

INLET PLUG

One (1) 2.50" FNST chrome plated plug with chain shall be provided.

TANK TO PUMP LINE

One (1) 3.00" tank to pump line shall be provided for connection between the water tank and the fire pump. The valve shall be actuated with an air cylinder. The valve shall be controlled with a switch at the pump panel.

TANK FILL/ RECIRULATION LINE

One (1) 2.00" discharge shall be plumbed to the tank.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class 1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

LEFT SIDE PANEL DISCHARGE

One (1) 2.50" discharge shall be located on the left side panel.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

The discharge shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, 45-degree elbow terminating with 2.50" MNST threads.

DISCHARGE CAP

One (1) 2.50" FNST chrome plated cap with chain shall be provided.

The discharge shall NOT be foam capable.

RIGHT SIDE FRONT PANEL DISCHARGE

One (1) 3.00" discharge shall be located on the right side front panel.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

The 3.00" outlet shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, 45-degree elbow terminating with 3.00" MNST threads.

A 3.00" NST female rocker lug x 2.50" NST male, chrome plated brass adapter shall be provided.

DISCHARGE CAP

One (1) 2.50" NSTF chrome plated cap with chain shall be provided.

The discharge shall NOT be foam capable.

RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL DISCHARGE

One (1) 3.00" discharge with a 4.00" outlet and 3.00" manual valve shall be located on the right side rear panel.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

The outlet shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, straight flange terminating with 4.00" MNST threads.

ELBOW ADAPTER

One (1) Task Force Tips model # AH3ST-NP 30 degree elbow shall be provided and attached to the 4.00" discharge. The elbow shall be configured with a 5.00" rigid Storz coupling and a 4.00" FNST swivel rocker lug coupling.

STORZ CAP

One (1) TFT model #A01ST 5.00" Storz cap with lanyard shall be provided.

The discharge shall NOT be foam capable.

HOSE BED PRECONNECT - RH SIDE

One (1) 2.50" discharge shall be plumbed to the front of the hose bed, on the right hand side. The discharge will terminate with 2.50" MNST threads.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

The discharge shall NOT be foam capable.

CROSSLAY PRE-CONNECT DISCHARGE #1

One (1) 1.75" crosslay pre-connect with a 2.00" Akron Brass valve shall be installed in the pump module above the pump. The crosslay shall be plumbed using 2.00" stainless steel pipe, and/or flexible piping.

The crosslay discharge shall terminate below the hose bed floor with a 1.50" NST male chicksan swivel adapter.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

The discharge shall be foam capable.

CROSSLAY PRE-CONNECT DISCHARGE #2

One (1) 1.75" crosslay pre-connect with a 2.00" Akron Brass valve shall be installed in the pump module above the pump. The crosslay shall be plumbed using 2.00" stainless steel pipe, and/or flexible piping.

The crosslay discharge shall terminate below the hose bed floor with a 1.50" NST male chicksan swivel adapter.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

The discharge shall be foam capable.

ELECTRIC REWIND BOOSTER REEL

One (1) HANNAY painted steel booster reel with electric and crank rewind shall be installed. The reel shall be capable of carrying 100' of 1.00" hard coat booster hose.

The hose reel is to be mounted in the rear compartment.

SWITCH, REWIND BOOSTER REEL

There shall be one (1) hose reel rewind switch installed. It shall be a weather-resistant momentary push button switch and shall be located near the booster reel. The switch shall be labeled "BOOSTER REEL REWIND".

HOSE ROLLER

One (1) polished stainless steel roller guide assembly shall be installed on the booster reel.

BOOSTER REEL DISCHARGE

The booster reel discharge shall be plumbed from the valve to the hose reel utilizing 1.50" high pressure hose.

An Akron Brass 2.00" Generation II Swing-Out valve shall be provided for the booster reel discharge.

The valve shall be equiped with a 2.00" x 1.50" outlet.

The discharge shall come equipped with a lift-up 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

The valve shall be controlled electronically with an Akron Brass style 9327 Navigator Pro controller. The controller shall display valve position only.

BOOSTER REEL HOSE

The booster reel shall be supplied with one (1) 100' sections of 1.00" NST red rayon braided reinforced neoprene booster reel hose. The hose shall have a minimum proof test pressure of 800 PSIG.

BOOSTER HOSE ROLLERS

There shall be Two extra rollers on outside of door to prevent hose from damaging rear of truck.

The discharge shall be foam capable.

MASTER PUMP GAUGES

The master pump intake pressure and vacuum, and the main pump discharge pressure shall be indicated on the pressure governor display.

LED WATER LEVEL GAUGE (PUMP PANEL)

One (1) Hale model # “ITL-40B” Tank Level Gauge for indicating water level shall be installed on the pump operator's panel. The tank level gauge shall indicate the liquid level or volume on an easy to read LED display with a visual indicator at nine (9) precise levels, using one (1) color. The system shall include the ability to display “text messages” and have built-in diagnostic capabilities.

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