SOW SKidder with Fire Fighting Unit (Draft).pdf

DRAFT

STATEMENT OF WORK

Forest Skidder with Wildland Fire Fighting Unit

1.0 General: The Scope is to provide Forest Skidder with Wildland Fire Fighting Unit to Army Fire Departments in Europe. The product at a minimum shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1906, EN 1846, and DIN 14502 unless otherwise specified in this description and meet all European occupational safety and health regulations applicable to local national workforce, which operates the skidders.

1.1 This contract consists of three major elements:

1.1.1 The skidder chassis: A commercial forest skidder with front shield, Diesel engine and articulating steering chassis specifically adapted to the requirements for wildland fire fighting and a fire pump.

1.1.2 A firefighting unit consisting of apparatus body, engine drive fire pump, a min. water tank wit minimum 5,000l capacity, a water turret, tank, covered hose bed and storage compartments with roll up doors.

1.1.3 Firefighting equipment: Each Skidder shall provide sufficient storage space to transport securely all listed items (attachment A-1).

2.0 Dimensions, weight, performance: The Skidder shall not exceed the maximum dimensions prescribed:

2.1 Maximum length (without blade and turret): 9,500 mm

2.2 Maximum width:2950 mm

2.3 Maximum Height: 3,500 mm

2.4 Maximum turning diameter (wall to wall): 14,500mm.

2.5 Maximum Gross Skidder Weight Rating (GVWR): 25,000 kg

2.6 Top Speed: min. 25mph (40kph)

2.7 Approach angle (without blade): At least 35°

2.8 Approach angle and departure angle: At least 40°

2.9 Ground clearance: At least 540mm.

3.0 General requirements:

3.1 All components of this Skidder must be brand-new and reliable under severe environmental conditions, e.g. salt-water areas and hot areas, ambient temperatures from –25°C up to +45°C.

4.4.2 Tires: All tires shall match weight rating of axles and chassis

4.4.3 Front axle: 650/65 R38

4.4.4 Rear axles: 710/45 R26,5 TRS 2 SF

4.5 Traction chains: The tires shall be equipped with removable traction chains specifically designed for forestry use by skidders. They shall be approved for the skidders GVWR, tires size and authorized for limited use on roads with bituminous surface. The rear-wheel chains shall combine both rear wheels on each side in a track style layout for maximum traction.

4.6 Steering: A left hand driver ram-assisted power steering system shall be provided with tilt and telescoping steering column. The steering mechanism shall consist of two major systems both controlled by steering wheel:

4.6.1 Central frame articulating steering with frame mounted hinge. The system shall be capable of a steering angle of at least 20 degrees. The system shall have the option to be locked by the driver.

4.6.2 Front wheel rack and pinion steering capable of turning the front wheels to an angle of at least 30 degrees to either the right or the left for front axle.

4.7Frame: Frame shall be three section tub-type construction with central mounted articulated steering. The front and center section shall be connected with a hydraulic supported, lockable torsion joint allowing a flex between both sections of at least 12%.

The center and rear section shall be connected with the articulating steering hinge.

Two (2) front and two (2) rear-towing eyes are welded to the frame rails. Front and rear tow eyes with pintle hooks a shall be supplied.

4.8 Brakes: The braking system at a minimum shall meet the NFPA 1901 and GUV D71. The system shall be a fully electronically controlled dual circuit brake system supported by an engine brake (Jacobs style). A Hydraulic brake system meeting the requirements of German street code (STVZO) shall be provided. Each r axle shall be equipped with oil bath wet disk brakes integrated into the axle housing. The brake system shall be a split system. The two (2) systems shall be connected with a double check valve that shall automatically shuttle pressure from the front system to the rear system should loss of air pressure occur. All components and features of the braking system shall be supervised and controlled through a fully integrated electronic control system.

4.8.1 Holding Capacity of service Brake: The service brake shall be able to hold the Skidder fully loaded at least at a 50% slope.

4.8.2 Holding Capacity of parking Brake: The parking brake shall be able to hold the Skidder fully loaded at least at a 50% slope. The parking brake shall activate brakes on all axles.

4.8.3 Service brake performance: The service brake at a minimum shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1901 and STVZO and capable to stop the

Skidder at a speed of 20mph/32kph in less than 10 meters.

4.8.4 Service brake actuation: A suspended foot paddle for service brake and STVZO compliant lever for parking brake.

4.8.5 Hill hold function: A hill hold function shall be provided. This avoids that the Skidder starts to roll on a slope, when Skidder is at a stop and the brake pedal is released.

4.8.6

4.9 Engine: A high performance diesel engine with electronically controlled fuel injection system shall be installed. The engine shall be equipped with a power take off (PTO) to power the hydraulic system.

• NUMBER OF CYLINDERS: Six

• DISPLACEMENT: Max. 8 liters

• RATED BHP: at least 280 @ 1800 RPM

• TORQUE: at least 1200 Nm @ 1200 RPM

• Radiator/cooling system: Water cooling system; suitable for an ambient temperature range from -25°C to +45°C.Design: Heavy duty type, with transmission oil cooler, remote mounted semi-transparent reservoir tank reservoir is visible from the outside. Alternatively, the oil level may be displayed on the dashboard.

• Engine brake: A "Jacobs" type Engine Brake shall be supplied. The Driver's dash shall include an OFF / LOW / HIGH engine brake control switch. Activation of the engine brake shall occur at zero throttle position. The automatic 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.

4.10 Maintenance intervals: Maintenance Intervals shall not be shorter than European Industry standard.

4.11 Fuel tank: A fuel tank with heated filter element and fuel pump shall be installed. Capacity shall be sufficient to provide for a minimum of 48.3km (30mi) of street travel at 40 kph (25mph) plus two hours of pumping at full capacity at the full rated pump discharge. The fuel tank shall have a capacity of not less than 150 liters. The fuel system shall be equipped with a heated fuel/water separator and manual drain. The entire fuel system shall meet the engine manufacturers’ requirements.

4.12 Transmission: A fully automatic CVT (Continuously variable Transmission) style transmission with integrated transfer case and low range reduction gear shall be installed. All shifts shall occur fully automatic and shall not require the operation of a clutch pedal. The transmission shall be specifically designed for forestry Skidder application and permanent operation. The low range shall allow for maximum torque at any speed in a range between 1-20 kph / 12.5mph with nominal engine rpm at 12.5mph.

• Automatic transmission cooler: An automatic transmission cooler shall be provided as an integral part. The cooler shall be of sufficient size to maintain the operating temperature within the recommended limits of the transmission manufacturer.

• The transmission shall be installed in the frame tub.

• Shift lever: The automatic transmission shall be controlled by an electromechanical or fully electronic lever type shift control.

It shall have an internal lock (hold override button) to securely hold the shifter in the position selected. It shall allow to select manually each gear and subsequently to up or downshift. The selected gear and drive mode (manual or automatic shall be displayed in direct sight of the driver.

• Back up alarm: A solid-state electronic audible back-up alarm that actuates when the truck is shifted into reverse shall be provided. The device shall sound at 60 pulses per minute and automatically adjust its volume to maintain a minimum five (5) db(a) above surrounding environmental noise levels.

• Power Take off: The transmission shall be equipped with a power take off. The transmission shall be rated by the manufacturer to provide power to PTO at maximum required power demand from the hydraulic pump.

4.13 Hydraulic System: Provide a hydraulic to power the front blade and the hydraulic motor of the fire pump. Multi piston axial pump for gear-box PT with dedicated hydraulic oil tank connected to the engine power take off (PTO) supplemented by a transmission PTO. Oil tank with return filter and high- pressure superfine filtration, electrical proportional distributor block. Operating pressure rated at 300 bar with a nominal capacity of at least 120l/min and peak capacity of min. 300l/min. Provide supplemental hydraulic system at an operating pressure of at least 280 bar to include connectors, hydraulic system (hydraulic oi reservoir of at least 150l capacity, connectors and locks to the frame and supply to operate external hydraulic appliances (i.e. cranes.) Provide bayoneted type DIN connectors at the rear of the cab.

4.14 Front blade / Decking blade; The skidder shall be equipped with a hydraulically operated front stacking blade propelled by the chassis hydraulic system. The blade shall have a load capacity of at least 3,000kg to remove obstacles like tree logs.

4.15 Cab: The cab shall be a fully trimmed conventional style, constructed of fully galvanized steel. The complete cab shall be standard off the shelf product provided from the chassis manufacturer. The cab shall be fully insulated against heat and cold. The cab shall be mounted with an air spring suspension and stabilizer to the chassis. The cab shall be able to rotate hydraulically 270 degrees. All windows shall be made impact resistant polycarbonate. The cab shall be equipped with heater and air conditions unit. Access steps must be designed and fabricated in accordance with EN 1846 part 2 requirements. Yellow colored access handles must be mounted next to the access doors and. Interior light shall be operated automatically on door opening as well manually by means of integrated switch. Floor must be covered with anti-slip rubber or equivalent material.

All interior surfaces shall be water repellent and easily washable.

4.15.1 Safety certification: The entire cab assembly shall meet all requirements of ISO 8084 (Machinery for forestry — Operator protective structures — Laboratory tests and performance requirement). It shall be provided with a:

• OPS (operator protective structure) system of structural members arranged in such a way as to minimize the possibility of operator injury from penetrating objects (such as whipping saplings, branches and broken winch lines) and windows certified against impact IAW ISO 8084.

• A ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure): A system of structural members whose primary purpose is to reduce the possibility of a seat-belted operator being crushed should the machine roll over. These structural members include any subframe, bracket, mounting, socket, bolt, pin, suspension or flexible shock absorber used to secure the system to the machine frame, Certified IAW ISO 5700 and ISO 3463

• A FOPS (Falling object protective Structure): A system of structural members arranged in such a way as to provide operators with reasonable protection from falling objects (e.g.

trees, rocks).

4.15.2 Cab Tilt system: The cab shall tilt a minimum of 28 degrees for ease of serving. Tilting shall be accomplished by an electric powered hydraulic tilt pump connected to heavy duty lift cylinders. As backup a manual operation shall be possible. It shall be equipped with a positive locking mechanism (service lock) to hold the cab in the full tilt position. Tilting to 30 degrees shall not require any further actions other than operating the manual pump. The cab lift system shall have a cab tilt interlock. The cab tilt shall not be able to be activated unless the parking brake set.

4.15.3 Exterior Cab equipment:

• Mirrors: A complete set of mirrors IAW EU standards shall be installed. Main rearview mirrors with a glass area of not less than 387.1 cm2 (60 in.2) shall be provided on each side of the Skidder. Additionally, each side shall be provided with a minimum 45.2 cm2 (7 in.2) wide-angle (convex) mirror.

• Windscreen wiper: Windscreen wiper with jet washers. At least three speeds and additional intermittent setting.

• Roof hatch; A manually operated roof access hatch shall be installed in the cab roof for ventilation and as emergency exit..

• Door: A large safety door shall be provided, on the driver side. The door windows shall have a minimum of 0.45m2 / 700 square inch area of viewing pane per door and be provided with polycarbonate.

The door shall have interior door locks and exterior keyed door lock controls. The cab door shall have a minimum of 96 square (0.062m2) inches of white reflective material affixed to the inside of each door.

• Brush guards: The entire cab shall be provided with heavy duty brush guards. The brush guards may be used for the self-protection system.

4.15.4 Interior cab equipment:

• Backup camera system: A backup camera system with at least 6” (15 cm) TFT color monitor installed in a central console and CCD camera with 70- degree, protection class IP 68, aluminum casing installed in the rear of the Skidder shall be provided. The system shall automatically engage upon selecting the rear drive gear:

• Four (4) grab handles for passenger entry assistance

• Two (2) sun visors

• Vinyl floor mat, non-slip

• Two (2) dome lights white. The lights shall activate once the doors are opened. A dedicated central switch shall allow to disable the system and to turn on the lights permanently with a dimming function.

• Heater with dash mounted control and dual air conditioning unit.

• Radio compartment and preparation: Beneath or behind the officer's seat there shall be a storage/radio compartment at least 19-1/2" wide x 17" long x 7" high (49.53cm wide x 43.18cm long x 17.78cm high). The compartment shall have a diamond plate door mounted on a piano hinge to prevent stored materials from spilling out. Access through this door shall be from the side of the seat box.

Contractor shall install one Government furnished radios to include power supply and contractor provided antennas. Contractor shall additionally install two chargers for Motorola Astro XTS 5000 portable radios (Government Furnished Property) in the cab and four chargers (Government Furnished Property) for Adalit lanterns (specified in the attachment). Installation includes complete wiring for power supply to allow charging. All control heads shall be installed on the dashboard or in a separate overhead console. Exact location shall be coordinated with the government. The contractor shall provide and install an RDS capable AM/FM receiver with CD drive, auxiliary jack, speakers, and antenna in the dashboard.

• Helmet storage: A storage tray to securely store at least four (4) firefighter helmets shall be provided in the cab.

• Road safety kit: One (1) set of STVO approved hazard triangles and a first aid kit shall be supplied with the chassis. They shall be stored in a plastic case and shipped loose with the chassis.

• Tool set: The contractor shall provide a complete tool set for basic maintenance and repair of chassis and body.

• Dashboard: The instrument panel shall be equipped with a full set of instruments, illuminated switches and a complete warning system with indicator lights and audible alarms. The dashboard shall be padded and ergonomically angled to the driver. A glove box capable to store all chassis manuals shall be installed in front of the officer’s seat. A map reading light mounted on a flexible arm shall be installed on the dashboard in front of the officer’s seat. At a minimum the controls and gauges specified below shall be installed.

• Control panel for driving operation:

• Gauges All gauges, meters and indicators shall be calibrated in metric standard (km/h, bar/kPa, °C). Multiple gauges may be consolidated into a single multifunction display.

• Hazard indicator light: A red flashing or rotating light, located in the driving compartment, shall be illuminated automatically whenever the apparatus’s parking brake is not fully engaged and any of the following conditions exist: 1- Any passenger or equipment compartment door is not closed. 2-Any other device permanently attached to the apparatus is open, extended, or deployed in a manner that is likely to cause damage to the apparatus if the apparatus is moved.

• Speedometer, electronic with trip odometer. The Skidder shall not be equipped with a tachograph.

• Tachometer, electronic with engine hour meter

• Oil pressure indicator or gauge

• Coolant temperature indicator or gauge

• Voltmeter

• Hydraulic system pressure gauge

• Fuel level

• Warning indicators:

• Stop engine indicating any severe problems to the engine requiring immediate action such as low coolant levels, low oil level etc.

• Low coolant level, warning light and alarm

• Master electrical load switch

• Battery “on” indicator light.

• Windshield wipers and windshield washer control

• PTO-engaged indicator

• High coolant temperature, warning light and alarm

• Low pressure brake air supply, warning light and alarm

• Low fuel level

• Differential and torsion lock engaged

• Turning signal direction, left/right Hazard, 4 way flasher

• Head lights; low beam / high beam engaged.

• Park brake

• Master ignition switch (if a key is provided, it shall be unable to be removed from the driving compartment interior)

4.15.5 Control panel Firefighting systems: A full control to operate the firefighting systems shall be provided. Minimum components:

• Water tank level gauge

• Pump operator panel to include engaging pump adjusting pressure/rpm

• Controls for the self—protection system

4.15.6 Fluid Plate: A permanent plate shall be mounted in the driver's compartment, which specifies overall dimensions of the Skidder, the quantity and type of fluids required including engine oil, engine coolant, transmission, pump transmission lubrication, pump primer and drive axle.

4.15.7 Seats: Provide 1 driver + 1 crewmembers. A label stating “DO NOT WEAR HELMET WHILE SEATED” shall be visible from each seating location. A location for helmet storage shall be provided in direct reach of the seated person. The helmets shall be secured in compliance with in a fully enclosed and latched compartment.

• Driver Seat: air-suspended driver's high back seat with integrated headrest. Covered with cloth. Seat assembly;

adjustable (horizontal, vertical and lumbar support); complete with 3-point safety belt (red) integrated in the seat assembly.

The seat back is separately adjustable for incline. The seat shall be color matching the interior trim. The air suspension shall be coupled to an adjustable shock absorber, which allows adjusting to the driver’s weight.

• Officer’s Seat (passenger seat): The seat shall be a fixed seat with integrated headrest and adjustable seat back. A red 3-point, shoulder harness type seat belt shall be supplied for the seat. The seat shall be equipped with interlock mechanism approved by the seat manufacturer for use in the forward-facing position.

5 Electrical system: The apparatus "Electrical Distribution System" (EDS) shall meet European industry standards. The entire system shall be controlled through a CAN type network. The system shall be prepared by the chassis manufacturer to interact with a firefighting apparatus body and its electrical components. I.e., a provision for engine remote start when operating the pump.

5.1 Chassis/Superstructure Lighting; Fire Fighting Body and components:

24V

Chassis: 24V

Batteries: Two (2) x 24 V, maintenance free batteries, each at least 140Ah, are mounted in a box on right rear side of the Skidder. A battery disconnect/isolator switch is provided in the cab.

Electrical harness: The electrical wiring is circuit/function numbered for easy identification.

Wiring terminals are crimped properly.

The wiring harness shall be neatly routed with proper radius and looms or conduits are used where necessary.

The chassis wiring shall be installed on the chassis frame rail and is clamped to reduce premature wear.

Alternator: 24 V / Min 100 A

5.2 EMI/RFI Protection: The apparatus shall incorporate the latest designs in the electrical system to ensure that radiated and conducted electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) emissions are suppressed at the source. The apparatus proposed shall have the ability to operate in the environment typically found in fire ground operations with no adverse effects from EMI/RFI. EMI/RFI susceptibility is usually controlled by utilizing components that are fully protected and wiring that utilizes shielding and loop back grounds where required.

5.3 Battery charger and external power supply: When parked, the vehicle shall be charged through a charging socket Rettbox Air standard 230V / 24 V incl. Inlet box with lubricated flex wiring, 4m. A battery charging system microprocessor operated with characteristic curve programming EMV certified with sensor cable, temperature sensor and high-performance relays shall be installed monitoring all intakes. Minimum required performance: 25 Amp @ 24V, designed to charge 24V batteries with a capacity of up to 500Ah. The charger shall be equipped with short-circuit and reverse polarity protection. A minimum of 16 programmable charging cures shall be accommodated on the E-prom Input voltage: 230 VAC 40 - 60 Hz (90-260V) Temperature range: from -25°C to +40°C IP class: IP21, protection class 1.

5.4 Low Voltage Protection: A low voltage power protection shall disconnect certain electrical consumer to ensure there is enough power to always start the engine, incl.

optical and acoustical indication. A cut off relay 24 V shall be installed for Skidder battery and additional battery, to ensure charging is guaranteed via charging socket when engine is parked. (The installed relay cannot be used because it only operates when engine is running).

5.5 NATO Socket: An external electrical socket with NATO connectors (IAW VG 96917) shall be installed in the rear of the Skidder to allow emergency jump-start with a standardized NATO cable.

5.6 Electronic siren: An electronic siren with separate control head shall be provided. The control head shall be equipped with a microphone for announcements and be mounted in direct reach of both officer and driver. The siren shall be capable at least these sound patterns: Waive, yell, Hi Lo, PA 7.5. All electrical/pneumatic installation has to be performed by the contractor. 200 Watt, 125db in 1 m distance, DIN 14610EG, DIN B03, ECE E1-10 R-022601, tuned 435 +450/ 580 + 600 HZ.

5.7 Lights: All lights installed shall be LED type.

• Driving lights: The Skidder shall be equipped with a complete set of driving lights in accordance with European standards to include headlights ( low and hi beam), turn signals, marker light and backup lights for operation on public roads. Headlights shall be a daytime running light configuration. All lights on the Skidder front shall be equipped with brush guards.

• Taillights: A total of four (4) LED taillight units (one in each corner) shall be installed at the rear body and consist of brake light, taillight, sequential amber arrow turn signal and blue strobe light (as part of the emergency lighting package). Additionally, two white backup lights and rear fog lights shall be provided in the lower light units. The backup lights shall activate when the automatic transmission is placed in reverse gear.

• Working Lights: At least eight (8) working light shall be provided at the cab roof. Four (4) forward facing which activate with head lights, one (1) right facing, one (1) left facing, and two (2) shall face rearward.

• NFPA warning light package: A complete warning light package IAW NFPA

1901 shall be provided. All warning lights shall be blue in color. All warning lights shall be activated individual switched in a center console mounted panel with LCD screen panel and all together with one master switch. The master switch shall allow for drive and “on scene setting”. Drive shall engage all warning lights. “On scene” shall disable horns and front flashers. It shall at least activate scene lights, engage pump (once transmission is in neutral) and hazard flashers.

• Low level front warning lights: Two (2) LED-warning lights shall be mounted on the front of the chassis above the headlights at the upper outermost corners in vertical position. These two (2) lights fulfill the requirements for Lower Zones A, B & D lower- level warning devices.

• Front intersection lights: Two (2) LED-warning lights shall be mounted one (1) on each side of the bumper/front frame tub. There shall be a stainless-steel guard installed to protect the light.

• Cab roof light bar: A cab roof warning light bar shall be furnished and rigidly mounted on top of the cab roof. Light bar shall be equipped with at least six double row LED modules, with outward modules angled to provide coverage to the front and the side.

Lenses shall be blue except for center lenses (clear). The light bar shall be programmed in conjunction with the control head to allow at a minimum two flash patterns, one for “Blocking Right of Way”, one “Calling for Right of Way” IAW NFPA 1901. Alternatively, two small light bars may be provided as long as performance requirements per NFPA 1901 are being met.

• Lower body mounted strobes: At least two blue LED-warning lights shall be installed on each side of the body at the front and rear lower corner.

• Upper body mounted strobes: At least two blue LED-warning lights shall be installed on each side of the body at the front and rear upper corner.

• Scene lights: At least two (2) scene lights on the right, one (1) on the rear and two (2) on the left side of the Skidder shall be mounted in the upper part of the superstructure.

• Cab ground lights: One (1) light shall be mounted beneath the door. These lights shall be designed to provide illumination on areas under the driver and crew riding area exits. All cab ground lights shall be switchable and shall automatically activate when the cab exit door is opened.

• Apparatus body ground lights: At least One (1) light shall be mounted on each side of the apparatus body beneath the body. These lights shall be designed to provide illumination on areas apparatus equipment storage compartments and the access ladder to the rear platform. All cab ground lights shall be switchable and shall automatically activate when the cab scene lights are activated.

• Compartment lights: Each storage compartment and the pump compartment shall be equipped with LED compartment lights which are activated once the roller shutter of the respective compartment is opened.

• Engine compartment maintenance lights: At least two (2) engine maintenance lights shall in the engine compartment. These lights shall illuminate automatically when the hood is tilted to the full tilt position.

• Backup and maneuver lights: Safety and maneuver lights (45 Watt) shall be installed on rear view mirrors for additional illumination of the side and rear.

6 Apparatus body: The Skidder shall be equipped with a fully integrated rescue pumper body, which houses equipment lockers on the side, the pump module in the rear, and water and foam tank in the center.

6.1 Superstructure: The superstructure shall be a rigid cross-section self-supporting welded heavy duty steel construction design with increased rigidness. Body panels shall be light alloy aluminum bolted or glued to supporting frame. They shall be bonded either with gluing technology, bolting systems or welding technology IAW industry standards. Screw connections and aluminum profiles shall not be used. All plates shall be bent and shaped to increase the torsion resistance.

6.2 Equipment lockers: The body shall be equipped with at least two (2) equipment lockers (one on each side) in the front extending height of the body. All equipment identified in the firefighting equipment lists (Attachment A-1) shall be securely stored in the equipment compartments on foldout trays or in storage boxes. Brackets shall be provided to secure each individual piece of equipment. If equipment cannot be ergonomically reached while standing on the footboards in loaded position, this equipment shall be stored in foldout or pull-out trays. Self-contained breathing apparatus with air cylinder shall be stored in industry standard pull out mounts so it can be directly donned out of the mount. If equipment is government provided, it may come from a different manufacturer. Fitting brackets shall be provided for this equipment instead.

Power shall be provided to all pieces of equipment requiring permanent charging (identified in Attachment A-1). All lockers shall be equipped with lights to provide sufficient illumination to the entire compartment, when fully loaded. The equipment locker illumination shall be automatically activated by magneto switches whenever the compartment is opened. All compartments shall be well ventilated. If additional compartment space is available, the contractor shall furnish this space with shelves and standard DIN storage boxes.

6.3 Roller shutters: Each equipment and the pump compartment shall be closed by a dust and waterproof, powder coated aluminum roller shutters. Roller shutters shall be spring loaded equipped with a lockable bar lock. Roller shutter shall be dual skinned design to ensure the roller shutter can always be opened, also, if for example a tool has come off its bracket, which normally would block the roller shutter. Roller shutter shall be secured with bar type handles to lock and unlock. The roller shutter shall be equipped with pull down straps to support closing.

6.4 Foot Boards: Foot boards shall be provided for equipment lockers extending below the sub frame (front and rear locker on each side). All foot boards shall equipped maintenance free hinges. At least two (2) gas struts or equivalent devices such as springs shall be provided to support opening and closing the foot board. The boards shall be equipped with at least a weather resistant double seal at all parts in contact with body or shutters. The foot boards shall have at least rated load capacity of 250 kg. All surfaces subject to be stepped on, shall be coated with slip resistant paint or equipped with slip resistant plates meeting the requirement of GUV D29. Each foot board shall be equipped with at least two (2) yellow flashing lights, which engage automatically, when the foot board is lowered. Step height: The maximum distance from top surface of the footboard to the ground shall not exceed 40 cm or an additional access ladder shall be provided.

6.5 Equipment labels: All equipment stored in the respective storage compartment or in the cab shall be identified on a list attached to the inside of each storage compartment.

Individual labels shall be provided at each tray/bracket IAW European fire truck industry standards.

6.6 Roof: The roof shall be configured as walk on storage space for equipment not stored in the equipment locker (i.e. suction hose). A Walkways shall be provided to access equipment. These shall be rated at least for a load capacity of 250kg. Both sides of the roof shall be equipped with a safety rail which is also holding the roof illumination. The surface of the working deck is covered with a special sand/plastics coating, which is extremely slip resistant. A down tilt able ladder, incorporated into the superstructure shall be mounted to provide easy access to the roof of the superstructure.

6.7 Pump compartment: A dedicated pump compartment for the pump module shall be provided in the rear of the Skidder. The pump compartment shall extend over the full width and height of the body.

6.8 Rear platform: The apparatus body shall be provided with a rear platform extending over the full width of the vehicles with a depth of at least 110cm (43”). The platform shall be designed to hold at least two fire fighters operating the fire pump, the quick attack line and the rear turret. The platform shall be equipped with guard rails and fall protection IAW applicable safety standards for machinery. The platform shall not impede into the departure angle. The platform shall be provided with a retractable access ladder. All surfaces subject to be stepped on, shall be coated with slip resistant paint or equipped with slip resistant plates meeting the requirement of GUV D29

7 Marking: All retro reflective materials shall conform to the requirements of American

Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D 4956 Standard Specification for retro reflective Sheeting for Traffic Control, Section 6.1.1 for Type I Sheeting. The door handle shall be marked with a white retroreflective square.

7.1 Reflective stripe: An at least four (4) inch (10.16cm) high white reflective stripe with black edges shall be provided. The stripe shall be applied to at least 50 percent of the cab and body length on each side, and at least 25 percent of the width of the front of the apparatus shall have the reflective material affixed to it. In the stripe black lettering with Army Fire Department’s lettering shall be affixed.

7.2 Rear chevrons: At least 50 percent of the rear-facing vertical surfaces, visible from the rear of the apparatus, excluding any pump panel areas not covered by a door, shall be equipped with retro reflective striping in a chevron pattern sloping downward and away from the centerline of the Skidder at an angle of 45 degrees. Each stripe in the chevron shall be a single-color alternating between red and yellow. Each stripe shall be 6 in. (150

mm) in width. A reflective sign min 10’ (3.048m) high and 30’ (9.144m) wide with wording “KEEP BACK 500ft.” shall be installed at the rear of the Skidder.

7.3 Lettering/Logos: The government shall supply a logo and lettering to be attached to driver and officer’s door in electronic format. The logo shall be a computer generated multicolor (16.4M colors) self-adhesive with a size of a minimum of 10” by 10” (25.4cm by 25.4cm). A maximum of sixty (60) three (3) inch (7.62cm) letters shall be provided to coincide with the Fire Department's existing lettering. Logo and lettering shall be clear coated with an acrylic enamel clear coat. The same logo shall be affixed to the rear with minimum size 2’ by 2’ (60.96cm by 60.96cm) and the wording “U.S. Army FIRE & EMERGENCY SERIVCES.” and the applicable installation name (i.e. USAG Bavaria).

8 License plate: The contractor shall furnish and install two (2) license plates IAW AR 58-

1 figure 9-1 (attached below) and par 9-6. With fitting mounting brackets. One license plate shall be installed at the rear, one at the front of the Skidder. The government shall provide the U.S. Army registration numbers to be displayed on the license plate. The real license plate shall be illuminated, when driving lights are activated.

9 Firefighting Systems: All firefighting systems shall be connected and controlled by an internal CAN Bus system.

9.1 Pump assembly: The pump shall be of a size and design to mount on the body rails of commercial and custom truck chassis and have the capacity of at least 750 gallons per minute (U.S. GPM), NFPA-1901 rated performance. In addition to meeting NFPA 1901 requirements, it shall be constructed and mounted in accordance with the following specifications. The pump shall be equipped with a thermal protection device, which monitors the water temperature of the pump and relieves water when the temperature inside the pump at a minimum shall meet appr.130 degrees Fahrenheit. The high-grade light alloy impellers shall be accurately balanced and mounted on a stainless-steel pump shaft. Bearings shall be protected from water and sediment by maintenance free self-adjusting mechanical seals. The pump body shall be of high-quality light alloy. All parts that meet water to be special treated light alloy or stainless steel. The pump manufacturer shall test the pump for 10 minutes hydrostatically at a pressure of 500 psi.

Hydrostatic Certification by the pump manufacturer shall be provided. Fire pump shall be direct driven or incorporate high strength helical gear drive single stage transmission.

Pump drive system shall be with a heavy-duty PTO system bolted directly to the chassis transmission. There shall be a heavy-duty driveline assembly with hanger bearings furnished from the PTO to the rear mounted pump. A transmission shall be provided if needed to adjust PTO output revolutions and required pump input for rated performance.

The pump shall be provided with a plate giving the rated flow at "capacity" and "pressure" test pressures, together with the R.P.M. Of the engine at those pressures and deliveries and mounted in clear view of the pump operator’s panel. Data plate shall include model and serial numbers of the pump body and chain transmission (if provided), hydro and discharge test pressures and the date of pump and transmission manufacturer (if transmission is provided). The entire pump shall be assembled and tested at the pump manufacturer's factory. The pump shall be driven by a driveline from the truck transmission. The engine shall provide sufficient horsepower and RPM to enable pump at a minimum shall meet its rated performance. The entire pump shall be hydrostatically tested to a pressure of 500 PSI. The pump shall be fully tested at the pump manufacturer's factory to the performance spots as outlined by the latest NFPA Pamphlet No. 1901. Pump shall be free from objectionable pulsation and vibration. The pump shall perform and meet the following intern tests to receive the NFPA 1901 requirements. The pump should be UL-classified according NFPA 1901.

• Certification:

• 100% of rated capacity @150 PSI net pump press.

• 100% of rated capacity @ 165 PSI net pumps press.

• 70% of rated capacity @ 200 PSI net pump press.

• 50% of rated capacity @ 250 PSI net pump press.

• Priming system: The pump shall be capable of taking suction and discharging water with a lift of 10 feet (3.05m) in not more than 30 seconds with the pump dry, through 20 feet (6.1m) of suction hose of appropriate size. It shall be capable of developing a vacuum of 22" (55.9cm) at an altitude of up to 1,000 feet (304.8m). A high capacity, belt driven automatic double piston priming pump shall be provided. A vacuum test with a capped suction of at least 20' (6.1m) long shall develop 22" (55.9cm) of vacuum and hold a vacuum with a drop not more than 10" (25.4cm) in five minutes.

• Hydraulic pump drive: The pump shall be propelled by a hydraulic pump drive motor, propelled by the chassis hydraulic system independent from the mechanical drive train of the chassis. The pump drive shall allow stationary pumping and full pump and roll capability with pump performance independent from the vehicles’ speed. The pump drive hydraulic motor shall be axial piston configuration and directly connected to the pump shaft. The hydraulic pump drive motor shall be sufficiently sized to withstand up to 16,000 lbs. ft. (21,700 Nm) of torque. The motor shall be sized to allow the fire pump to perform at its full rated capacity of the in both road and pump operating conditions.

• Pump ratio: The pump ratio shall be selected by the apparatus manufacturer to give maximum performance with the engine and transmission selected. If necessary, a pump gearbox shall be installed to match the needed ratio.

• Pump shift control: The drive unit shall be equipped with an electronically controlled power shift. An in-cab control for rapid shift shall be provided that locks in road, stationary pump mode or pump and roll. The mechanism shall allow activation stationary pump mode only if the parking brake is applied.

The status shall be displayed through pump shift indicator lights: For automatic transmissions, three (3) green warning lights shall be provided to indicate to the operator(s) when the pump has completed the shift from Road to pump position. Two (2) green lights to be in the truck driving compartment and one (1) green light on pump operator's panel adjacent to the throttle control. All lights to have appropriate identification/instruction plates.

• Pump panel: The pump operator's control panel shall be located in the rear compartment detached from the pump housing the pump module. The pump operator's panel should include a display and shall accommodate the following gauges and operations:

• Pump controls:

• Ignition ON or engine start button/ Ignition OFF or engine stop button.

• Rotary knob for adjusting engine speed.

• Rotary knob with pump pressure governor activation button

• Idling speed button

• Piston priming pump actuation button.

• Panel illumination and light switch

• Gauges / displays:

• One (1) Intake Master Gauge (metric)

• One (1) Discharge Master Gauge (metric)

• Battery voltage indicator (V)

• Cooling water temperature indicator (°C, °F)

• Fuel tank capacity indicator (0-100 %, liters, US gallons)

• Warnings and error messages

• Service information (operating hours, last service performed)

• Water tank capacity indicator (0-100 %, liters, US gallons) or LED band.

• Pump serial No. plate

• Valves:

• All discharge valves.

• Booster reel valve

• Suction control / intake valves

• Water tank filling valves (direct and via pump)

• Main and auxiliary suction control valve

• Discharge Pressure Relief Controls

• Piping and manifolds: All the piping and pump body attached manifolds shall be galvanized steel. Piping and manifolds shall connect all intakes and outlets with supporting valves to allow pumping to either filling the tank or supply the outlets either from tank or from the intakes directly.

• Intakes: All intakes shall have caps and retaining chains and be equipped with quarter-turn drain valve. All intakes shall terminate with Storz thread adapters in DIN sizes. Main pump intakes shall be provided as listed below:

• 4 " Steamer inlet: One (1) 4" (110mm, Storz A) steamer inlet shall be provided, in the pump compartment equipped with a valve. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design. The valve shall be operated by a lever or with hand wheel handle. The operating force shall not exceed 30 Newton.

• 3" suction: One (1) 3" (75mm, Storz B cm) suction line with valve shall be installed on the left side of the pump panel. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design. The valve shall be controlled with a hand wheel or level. The valve shall be operated by a lever or with hand wheel handle. The operating force shall not exceed 30 Newton.

• Tank fill and suction:

• Direct tank fill: There shall be two (2) direct tank fill lines. A deflector shield inside the tank shall be furnished. One (1) 3" (75mm, Storz B) direct tank fill line in diameter with control valve shall be provided in the pump compartment. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design. The valve shall be operated by a lever or with hand wheel handle. The operating force shall not exceed 30 Newton. One (1) 3" (75mm, Storz B) direct tank fill line in diameter with control valve shall be provided underneath the apparatus body at the passenger side. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design. The valve shall be operated by a lever or with hand wheel handle. The operating force shall not exceed 30 Newton.

• Tank fill line: There shall be at least one (1) 3" (75mm, Storz B) tank fill line from the pump to the tank controlled by a valve. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design. The valve shall be operated by a lever or with hand wheel handle. The operating force shall not exceed 30 Newton.

• Tank to pump line and valve: There shall be at least pump line, controlled by a valve. The tank to pump valve shall be installed between the water tank and the pump. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type, fixed pivot design. The valve shall be controlled at the pump panel. Line and valve shall be sufficiently sized to provide flow at the pump rated capacity.

• Discharges: All discharges shall have caps and retaining chains and be equipped with quarter-turn drain valve. All discharges shall terminate with Storz thread adapters in DIN sizes The valves shall be controlled at the pump panel either by hand wheels or levers. The total operating force shall not exceed 30 Newton. Main pump discharges shall be provided as follows:

• 3" Left side discharges: Two (2) 3" (75mm, Storz B) discharges with a valve shall be located on the left side of the pump compartment.

• 3" Right side discharges: Two (2) 3" (75mm, Storz B) discharges with a valve shall be located on the right side of side of the pump compartment.

• 1.5” (38mm) hose reel discharge: One (1) 1.5” discharge shall be provided in the pump compartment and connected to the hose reel with quick attack line.

• 3" Rear discharge: One (1) 3" (75mm, Storz B) discharge with a valve shall be located in the pump compartment.

• 3" Rear turret gun discharge: There shall be a 3"(75mm, Storz B) turret discharge installed underneath the rear platform the turret.

• 1.5” (38mm) self-protection system discharge:

9.2 Cross lays: Two (2) cross lays shall be installed in the pump compartment. The cross lay hose bed shall be transverse, in two (2) sections. The cross lay hose bed flooring shall be removable, brushed finish, aluminum material with a stainless steel scuff plate provided horizontally on each end .The pre-connected hose storage area shall have a minimum total capacity of 3.5 cubic feet (0.0991m3) as required by NFPA -1901 to accommodate a minimum of 200 feet of 1-3/4" (60.96m of 4.445 cm) fire hose in each of the two (2) cross lays. Each cross lay shall be plumbed with 1.5" (3.81cm) piping. One of the side discharges may be used for this purpose. Each cross lay hose bed floor shall be slotted to allow the swivel to extend up through, allowing the pre- connected hose to be pulled off either side of the apparatus without kinking the hose at the coupling connection. The entire cross lay section shall be removable for replacing hose.

9.3 Hose Reel: A European industry stand industry standard hose reel with manual rewind and supporting crank shall be installed in the pump compartment. The hose reel shall be equipped with at a quick attack rubber hose IAW DIN/EN 1947 with 33mm diameter and a firefighting nozzle. The hose reel and the hose shall be connected to the hose reel discharge. The hose shall terminate with a C-type Storz coupling. A mounting bracket shall be provided for one C-Size nozzle (IAW Attachment A-1) connected to the quick attack line.

9.4 Water tank: A water tank connected to the firefighting system shall be installed in the container body. The Tank shall be either integrated in superstructure or the tank shall rest on the frame cross members, It shall be insulated from these cross members with a nylon webbing or rubber. The tank shall be approved for transport of potable water. All connections and pipes shall be sized to meet all flow demand of fire pump at full discharge capacity. All tank fill couplings shall be backed with flow deflectors to break up the stream of water entering the tank. The tank walls shall be re-enforced are tank fill and discharge openings. The tank shall have a usable capacity of a minimum of 5,000 liters / 1,350 gallons. It shall be provided with cross and longitudinal baffle walls according to industry standards. It shall allow direct connections to all fill and suction lines specified in the pump section. The tank shall allow free flowing fill as regulated through DVGW W405-B1 and DIN EN 14502-2Material shall be non-corroding PE plastic. The tank shall be specifically designed/adapted for use in a roll off container preventing unintended discharge of water when loading or unloading the container with full water tank.

• Overflow and vent pipe: The fill tower shall be fitted with an integral pipe and running from the top through the tank to the bottom of the tank to allow effective pressure and vacuum release.

• Tank sump connections: There shall be one (1) sump standard per tank. On all tanks with a bulkhead suction inlet there shall be a pipe sweep from the front of the tank to sump location. The sump shall have a threaded plug located at the bottom for a tank drain. An anti-swirl plate shall be mounted inside the sump off the floor of the sump.

• Capacity: 15,000 liters / 1,350 gallons.

9.5 Self-Protection System: The skidder shall be equipped with a water based thermal protection system to enable evacuation from high risk areas subject to extreme heat.

The thermal self-protection must be a set consisting of a water spray sprinkler system, protecting critical areas and two water supplies (one backup and one main). It must be able to be engaged when the machine is stationary or in a driving situation. This system must be able to be "frost protected" simply and without the use of tools. During maintenance operations, the tilting of the cabin must not require the disconnection of powering the cabin spray sprinklers system.

• Areas to be protected by the system:

• Windows: Each glazed element must be protected by spraying and/or water curtain over 100% of its lower half and at least over 50% of its upper half, either applying direct or indirect spray.

• Front and engine hood of the unite: Protection shall be mainly provided by a water curtain, supported by runoff water from the cab.

• Tires: The upper surfaces of the treads of the tires and at least 50 % of the outer side must be protected by sprinkling and/or water curtain.

• Performance characteristics:

• The system shall provide water spray with sprinkler nozzles designed to provide drops ranging from 200 μm to 1500 μm in diameter, under pressure certified by the manufacturer.

• The sprinkler nozzles shall be protected against obstruction by a…