Upfit_bid_specs.docx

1.1 Scope of Work

Bidders will provide vehicle upfitting, and light paint work. Must be able to install specialized amber/emergency lighting systems, toolboxes, fluid storage tanks, low voltage electric dispensing pumps, aluminum utility beds, push bumpers, air compressors, aluminum liftgates, and custom metal/plastic/wood fabrication. Installation of on-board computers, antennas, routers, and radio systems. Vendor shall provide vehicle cleaning and detailing services for vehicles on an as needed basis and after any upfitting.

Upfitting may include, but is not limited to the installation of the following:

· Provide and install Whelen liberty II lightbar, siren and controller, M6 2 in 1 combination warning and perimeter light, seamless motion spotlight with 360 degree continues rotation and 180-degree tilt fully remote controlled or approved equal

· Provide and install HAVIS mounts for computer or tablets with USB-c charging capabilities for external devices with key on engine off

· Provide and install rear cargo storage box in black powder coat finish, heavy duty, light weight aircraft grade aluminum construction, with 300lb capacity and lock in and lock out drawer system and electronics storage system

· Provide and install Heavy-duty push bumper with forward extensions and rollers

· Provide and install aluminum truck bed toolboxes, ultra rugged full bed drawer systems and be weatherproof

· Provide and install utility service bed (if required)

· All Compartment Doors to be secured by center welded hinge and individual locking compartments with same key.

· Provide and install adjustable horizontal ladder racks with minimum of 250 lb. capacity

· Provide and install truck mount air compressor with max operating pressure of 175 psi and 15.7 cfm, electric start, and 2 stage generators

· Provide and install 2200w pure sine power invertor or approved equal, with key on engine on

· Provide and install Spray on liner - Complete Bed Area and side walls including bulkhead and all bottom floor compartments

· Provide and install 20-gallon stainless steel coolant tank and 50’ hose reel with mechanical quantity display and 12v electrical dispenser pump

· Provide and install 10-gallon stainless steel motor oil tank and 50’ hose reel with mechanical quantity display and 12v electrical dispenser pump

· Relocate existing backup camera and rear sensor from original pickup bed to utility body.

· Body panels that have been painted shall not have drips, fisheye marks, or dirt or other debris within painted surfaces.

· Body panels shall be installed in a uniform manner using OEM approved materials and methods.

· Fit and finish shall meet or exceed OEM specification.

· The use of double stick tape shall only be used in areas that are approved by the OEM.

· All decals shall be installed prior to delivery of the vehicle.

· Vehicles shall be picked up and delivered back to the Santa Monica Big Blue Bus yard located at 1620 6th Street, Santa Monica.

· Successful vendor must comply with all City of Santa Monica specifications.

Description of Work Standards

· Finish work shall conform to automotive factory finish standards or better. Paint finish shall be free of blemish, runs, orange peel and swirls.

· Body work and paint shall match existing paint.

· All work performed shall be of highest quality standard and conform to all applicable state and federal rules and regulations.

· Vendor shall provide pickup and delivery of all vehicles.

· Vendor shall take digital images of work in progress and submit those as part of invoice.

· Vendor shall use new and unused genuine OEM replacement parts where applicable.

· Vendor must have the ability to directly purchase replacement parts from the original vehicle manufacture.

· The use of bondo material shall be kept to a minimum, SMDOT prefers body panels replaced rather than repaired by a bondo material.

· Must be able to provide certified welding for fabrication work

· Vendor must have the ability to graphically design, purchase and install City decals, logo’s, reflective tape stripe.

· Vendor must be able to design, install, and replace any and all emergency lighting equipment, involved

· Vehicle shall be completely ready to go into service once the tasks are completed.

· The Transit Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent or designee shall authorize all repairs.

1.2 Vendor Requirements

Vendor Requirements

· Vendor shall have a minimum of 5 year’ s experience in upfitting and painting on domestic and foreign cars, trucks. Vendor shall provide written proof of experience.

· Licensing or certifications: Utility Bed company must meet all California state and federal Department of Transportation vehicle manufacturing laws

· Vendor facility shall be within 25 miles of BBB yard at 1660 7th Street, Santa Monica 90401.

· Please provide, as part of your bid, a detailed list of clients and written proof that vendor has qualified personnel that are experienced in the work specified above. Failure to submit the client list and proof of qualification may result in the rejection of your bid.

· Bidder must provide a final accurate scaled drawing of overall vehicle including the service utility bed prior to the start of build. The Santa Monica Fire Dept. must approve drawing prior to start of build.

· Bidder must provide a Pre-construction, Midpoint and Final Inspection Trip to their facility for 2-5 members of the Santa Monica Department of transportation Build Team.

WARRANTY:

Bidder to provide Bumper to Bumper warranty for service utility bed and equipment for 3 years. Warranty will start when the Santa Monica Department of transportation places the vehicle in to service.

Bidder to provide lifetime warranty for service utility bed on all welds, potential cracks, compartment door alignment and service utility bed chassis connections if they occur while the vehicle is under normal operation.