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MEMORANDUM
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1 FROM: Jim Chaffee, Public Safety Director
DATE: January 4 , 1989
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I SUBJ: Approval of Specifications and Authorization to Advertise
for Bids for an Aerial Platform Truck for the Fire Department
IOn February 24 , 1988 , the voters in Chanhassen, by a margin of 2
to 1, approved the referendum to enlarge the main Fire Station
1 and purchase an aerial platform truck. The amount allocated for
both in the referendum was $1 . 4 million. The remodel of the Fire
Station is well underway and the specifications for the aerial
platform truck have finally been completed.
ISince March 22 , 1988, the aerial platform truck committee made of
volunteers from the Fire Department, has worked in excess of 700
I unpaid man hours in the development of these specifications and
bid sheet. Since March 22 , 1988 , the committee members have tra-
velled to Florida, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Virgina to view
I aerial platform truck manufacturing facilities. In addition,
they have visited the cities of Maple Grove; Anoka; Hudson,
Wisconsin; and St. Paul to gather information on existing aerial
platform vehicles in use. All this has been at no expense to the
I City of Chanhassen. As you can see from the attached document,
it was no small task to gather, compile and edit the information
necessary to come up with proper specifications for such a large
I item.
RECOMMENDATION
1 The specification process is now complete to include review by
this office and the City Attorney ' s office. With Council ' s
approval, we anticipate opening the bids on February 13 , 1989 at
I 4 : 00 p.m. After the bid sheets are tabulated, then we will bring
them back to the Council on February 27 , 1989 . I have requested
that Fire Inspector Mark Littfin and Fire Chief Dale Gregory be
I present at the Council meeting to help in answering any specific
questions the Council may have concerning this equipment. In the
interest of their time, I would ask that if this item is removed
from the consent agenda, that it be dealt with first thing after
1 the consent agenda approval .
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January 4 , 1989
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This office would recommend approval of specifications and would '
further recommend that the City Council authorize the advertising
for bids for the aerial platform truck. 1
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ICITY OF CHANHASSEN
BID SPECIFICATIONS
INVITATION
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This invitation is issued for the purpose of establishing a
I contract to supply materials and/or services to the City in
accordance with the Specifications.
IGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS, REQUIREMENTS, AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR
IONE (1) - 100 FOOT CUSTOM AERIAL APPARATUS
' I WITH 1500 GPM FIRE PUMP AND
1 150 GALLON WATER TANK
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page number(s) and section(s) of these specifications, and must
be submitted with the bid. Any bids deemed as taking total
exception to these specifications shall result in immediate
rejection of the bid.
Bid Security
Each bid shall be accompanied by a Bid Bond, Certified Check, or
Cashier's Check in an amount of not less than five percent (5%)
of the total bid amount. Bid Security shall be furnished by the
company that will manufacture the apparatus proposed. Bid
Securities by salesmen or agents of the manufacturer are not
acceptable. Bids must remain firm for a period of thirty (30)
days. Should the successful Bidder refuse to honor his bid in
any way, the Bid Security shall be forfeited to the City as
liquidated damages, not as a penalty.
Performance Bond
The successful Bidder shall be required to submit a Performance
Bond in the amount of 100% of the total bid award. Such Bond
shall be provided within ten (10) days after receiving written
notice of award of contract.
Information Required with Bid
Each Bidder shall provide with his bid:
a. These General Instructions, Requirements, and
Specifications sheets as a part of the Bidder's bid
proposal. All questions and fill-in blanks MUST be
filled out completely. FAILURE TO DO SO SHALL CAUSE
IMMEDIATE REJECTION OF THE PROPOSAL AT TIME OF OPENING.
b. A set of "Manufacturer's Specifications" consisting of a
detailed description of the apparatus and equipment
proposed and to which the apparatus furnished under
contract MUST CONFORM. The "Manufacturer's
Specifications" SHALL BE TYPED IN THE SAME SEQUENCE AS
THESE SPECIFICATIONS for ease of checking compliance to
same.
These specifications shall indicate size, type, model,
and make of all parts, components, and equipment.
c. A list of exceptions to the City's specifications, under
the following rules:
The following chassis, aerial, fire pump, water tank,
and body specifications shall be strictly adhered to.
Exceptions shall only be allowed if they are equal or
superior to that specified, in the sole opinion of the
City, and provided they are listed and fully explained
on a separate page entitled: "EXCEPTIONS TO
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' SPECIFICATIONS". The Bidder's exception list shall
refer to the City's specifications by page and paragraph
to prevent misinterpretation. All exceptions not taken
shall be assumed by the City to be included in the
Bidder's proposal, and the Bidder shall conform to the
City's specifications, regardless of cost to the Bidder.
' PROPOSALS TAKING "TOTAL EXCEPTION" TO THE CITY'S
SPECIFICATIONS SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
' d. The total purchase price of the complete apparatus,
equipped as per this specifications. Discounts for
chassis progress payments, etc. must be shown at the
time of the bid.
e. The delivery of the apparatus in calendar days from time
' of contract acceptance.
f. The length of time from bid opening that the Bidder's
price is valid.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
' Any Bidder who does not understand any portion of the
specifications and/or requirements, or who wishes to present a
question on the same, shall do so in writing to the City. Verbal
answers shall not be binding.
Intent of Specifications
' It is the intent of these specifications to cover the furnishing
and delivery to the City of a complete aerial fire apparatus
equipped as hereinafter specified. With a view to obtaining the
' best results and the most acceptable apparatus for service in the
Fire Department, these specifications cover only the general
requirements as to the type of construction- and tests to which
the apparatus must conform, together with certain details as to
finish, equipment, and appliances with which the successful
Bidder must conform. Minor details of construction and materials
where not otherwise specified are left to the discretion of the
' manufacturer, who shall be solely responsible for the design and
construction of all features. The apparatus shall conform to the
requirements of Pamphlet 1901 of N.F.P.A. for motor fire
apparatus, latest edition, except where otherwise noted in these
specifications.
Bids shall only be considered from manufacturers who have an
established reputation in the field of fire apparatus
construction.
Each Bidder shall furnish satisfactory evidence of his ability to
construct the apparatus specified, and shall state the location
of the factory where the apparatus is to be built. He shall also
show he is in a position to render prompt service and to furnish
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replacement parts for said apparatus. No bid shall be considered
from a firm which has not been continuously engaged in the
manufacture of aerial fire apparatus for a period of at least
five (5) years.
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fifteen (15) similar units must have been sold and delivered of
the type described herein. The apparatus body and the aerial
device MUST be manufactured in the United States of America.
Quality and Workmanship
The design of the apparatus must embody the latest approved
automotive engineering practices.
The workmanship must be of the highest quality in its respective '
field. Special consideration shall be given to the following
points: accessibility of the various components which require
periodic maintenance operations; ease of operation, driving, fire
pump and aerial operations; and symmetrical proportions.
Construction must be rugged, and ample safety factors must be
provided to carry loads as specified and to meet both on and off
road requirements and speed conditions as set forth under
"Performance Tests and Requirements".
Welding shall not be employed in the assembly of the apparatus in
a manner that will prevent the ready removal of any component
part for service and/or repair.
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The complete apparatus, assemblies, subassemblies, component
parts, etc. , shall be designed and constructed with the due
consideration to the nature and distribution of the load to be
sustained and to the general character of the service to which
the apparatus is to be subjected when placed in service. All
parts of the apparatus shall be designed with a factor of safety
which is equal to or greater than that which is considered
standard and acceptable for this class of equipment in
firefighting service. All parts of the apparatus shall be strong
enough to withstand general service under full load. The
apparatus shall be so designed that the various parts are readily
accessible for lubrication, inspection, adjustment and repair.
Bidder's specifications must meet minimum requirements of
N.F.P.A. Pamphlet #1901; Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. ; and all
State and Federal Department of Transportation vehicle
regulations at time of sale of unit.
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' The apparatus shall be designed and constructed, and the
equipment so mounted, with due consideration to distribution of
' the load between front and rear axles that all specified
equipment, including a full complement of specified ground
ladders, full water tank, loose equipment, and firefighters shall
be carried without overloading or injuring the apparatus.
The aerial ladder shall be designed as a modular component of the
apparatus. The aerial ladder, its support structure, and
outrigger system shall be designed to comprise an integrated
assembly, removable from the carrier vehicle as a single self-
supporting unit. The design shall facilitate repair,
modifications, or replacement of the aerial device, apparatus
' body, or chassis individually, as required by wear from use,
obsolescence, or for purposes of refurbishment.
' Criteria and Code Conformance
The aerial ladder shall be designed to conform to the intent of
' ANSI/NFPA 1901 Standard For Automotive Fire Apparatus.
The following additional design criteria shall be applicable to
this specification to the extent specified herein:
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A-36
Specification for Structural Steel
Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc. , (SAE)
SAE Handbook
11 American Welding Society (AWS)
AWS014.4-77 Classification and Application of Welded Joints
for Machinery and Equipment
' American Society of Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT)
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accordance with these codes and specifications.
Engineering Drawings
An approximate scale drawing of the proposed apparatus shall be
,' submitted with each bid.
The scaled drawing submitted with the bid shall include the
following:
A. Overall height to top of aerial device from ground
B. Sizes of all compartments, width, height, and depth
' C. Overhang front and rear
D. Wheelbase, overall length, and overall width of
apparatus
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Drawing must show, but not be limited to, such items as the
chassis being utilized, lights, horns, sirens, pump panels, all
compartment locations and dimensions, etc. In actuality, this
blueprint shall be a visual interpretation of the unit as it is
to be supplied.
A blueprint must be approved by the City prior to any metal being ,
sheared or cut for the unit. The City, the Manufacturer's
Representative and the Apparatus Manufacturer shall each have a
copy of this blueprint. This blueprint shall then become a part
of the total contract.
Pre-Construction Conference
A pre-construction conference shall be conducted at the
manufacturer's factory prior to any metal being cut. All travel,
meal and lodging expenses for up to five (5) Fire Department
personnel shall be the responsibility of the successful Bidder.
Inspection Trips
Two (2) inspection trips for four (4) people shall be made to the
facility where construction of the apparatus is to be completed.
The first shall be made upon completion of the chassis and aerial
device. The second shall be made upon final completion of the
finished apparatus, prior to delivery. All travel, meal, and
lodging expenses shall be the responsibility of the successful
Bidder.
Apparatus Weight
Weight distribution shall be in accordance with the
recommendations of the National Fire Protection Association
(NRPA) . The apparatus shall comply with all applicable
requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in
effect at the time the contract is awarded,- The apparatus shall
have a certified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating sticker applied to
the vehicle to assure the apparatus conforms to all laws
pertaining to weight carrying capacity of the vehicle.
Apparatus Dimensions '
The apparatus shall not exceed the following maximum dimensions:
Overall Height: 12 feet 6 inches
Overall Length: 48 feet 6 inches
Overall Width: 102 inches
APPARATUS WHICH EXCEED THESE MAXIMUM DIMENSIONS SHALL BE
REJECTED.
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' Warranty
' The following warranties and warranty periods shall be considered
as the MINIMUM acceptable to the City:
a. Chassis One Year
b. Chassis Frame Rails Lifetime Parts and Labor
c. Diesel Engine Five Years Parts and Labor
d. Transmission Three Years Parts and Labor
' e. Aerial Device
f. Fire Pump Five Years Parts and Labor
One Year
g. Fire Pump Panel Gauges Three Years
h. Water Tank Lifetime
' i. Apparatus Body Five Year Parts and Labor
The Bidder shall provide detailed warranty information with his
' proposal. The warranties shall be printed on the manufacturer's
form. Any bid received with a dealer's or agent's warranty shall
cause immediate rejection of the proposal. The Bidder shall
' state the warranty term offered for the above major components of
the apparatus.
This warranty shall not apply to:
a. Normal maintenance services or adjustments.
b. Any vehicle which shall have been repaired or altered
outside of the manufacturer's factory in any way so as,
in the manufacturer's judgment, to affect its stability,
nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence, or
' accident, nor to any vehicle made by the manufacturer
which shall have been operated at a speed exceeding the
manufacturer's rated speed, or loaded beyond the
' manufacturer's rated capacity.
c. Associated equipment furnished with the chassis,
signaling devices, generators, batteries, or other trade
accessories, inasmuch as they are warranted separately
by their respective manufacturers.
I This warranty shall be in lieu of all other warranties, expressed
or implied, all other representations to the original Purchaser,
and all other obligations or liabilities, including liability for
' incidental or consequential damage on the part of the Bidder.
The City shall neither assume any other warranty or liability on
the Bidder's behalf unless made or assumed in writing by the
Bidder.
1 Delivery Responsibility
' Delivery of the apparatus shall be completed within 360 calendar
days after the award of contract. All pricing shall be net and
shall include delivery of new apparatus per City's instructions;
all transportation and delivery charges prepaid to the City.
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Delivery shall be made by the manufacturer's representative, who
shall employ a factory trained and certified delivery engineer
who shall drive the truck to the in-service location and remain
in town for at least three (3) days to train the members of the
Fire Department in the use and maintenance of the vehicle. In
addition, the manufacturer shall provide a factory trained and
certified delivery engineer to conduct an on-site preventative
maintenance and operational training program on the aerial
device. The Fire Chief may waive any days of training at his
discretion. '
Performance Tests and Requirements
A road test shall be conducted with the apparatus fully loaded '
and a continuous run of ten (10) miles shall be made under all
driving conditions, during which time the apparatus shall show no
loss of power or overheating. The transmission drive shaft or
shafts, and rear axles shall run quietly and be free from
abnormal vibration or noise throughout the operating range of the
apparatus. The apparatus, when loaded, shall have not less than
25% nor more than 45% of the weight on the front axle, and not
less than 55% nor more than 75% on the rear axle. The successful
Bidder shall furnish a weight certificate showing weight on the
front axle, rear axle, and total weight for the completed
apparatus, including a full water tank, at time of delivery.
The apparatus shall meet the following requirements: ,
A. The apparatus must be capable of accelerating to 35 MPH from
a standing start within 30 seconds on a level concrete
highway without exceeding the maximum governed speed of the
engine.
B. The service brakes shall be capable of stopping the fully
loaded vehicle in 30 feet at a speed of 20 MPH on a level
concrete highway.
C. The apparatus, fully loaded, shall be capable of obtaining a
speed of 55 MPH on a level concrete highway with the engine
not exceeding its full load governed RPM.
D. The apparatus shall be tested and approved by Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc. in accordance with their standard
practices for pumping engines. '
E. The Manufacturer shall furnish copies of the Pump
Manufacturer's Certification of Hydrostatic Test, third party
aerial testing certification, the engine manufacturer's
current Certified Brake Horsepower curve, and the
Manufacturer's Record of Pumper Construction Details when
delivered. '
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' The Bidder, at his expense, shall have Underwriters Laboratories,
Inc. conduct the tests required under "Certification of Fire
' Department Pumper", Subject 822 , dated May, 1966, or latest. A
certificate of compliance with these tests shall be forwarded to
the City.
Failure to Meet Tests
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 Bidder within 30 days of the date of
the first trials. Such trials shall be final and conclusive, and
failure to comply with these requirements shall be cause for
' rejection. Failure to comply with changes as the City may
consider necessary to conform to any clause of the specifications
within 30 days after notice is given to the Bidder of such
' changes shall also be cause for the rejection of the apparatus.
Service Center and Parts Depot
Each Bidder must be able to display that they have in recent
times and are currently maintaining an established service center
and parts depot capable of satisfying the warranty service
requirements and part requirements for the model and quantity of
vehicles bid. Service Center must have supplied parts to at
least ten (10) fire departments and serviced at least twenty (20)
fire trucks within the past year. The Bidder must be willing,
' upon request, to submit a current parts price list covering all
parts for the model of apparatus bid.
' The Bidder must state the location of an authorized service
center, with a staff of factory-trained mechanics, well versed in
all aspects of service for all major components, of the apparatus
t within a reasonable distance of the City. In addition, the
successful Bidder must maintain a separate service facility at
the manufacturing site, in order to satisfy- the need for possible
major emergency service work.
' Local Representation
' In order to assure the City that prompt, knowledgeable,
professional representation is made on behalf of the
manufacturer, the manufacturer must maintain a representative
within a reasonable distance from the City. This representative
must be competent and knowledgeable with respect to the sale and
service of fire apparatus and emergency vehicles. The
representative must make available factory trained mechanics who
' are completely trained in the servicing and maintenance of the
product offered and must be equipped to offer prompt service on
the product in the City's in-service location. These mechanics
must hold current and valid certifications from the manufacturer.
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Technical Evaluation
Technical evaluation shall be based upon the ability of the
Bidder to meet or exceed the minimum requirements set forth in
the specifications during the expected life of the apparatus bid.
Estimates concerning the ability of the fire apparatus to perform
accordingly shall be made by the City. 1
a. Quality of workmanship, materials, and components used
in construction of fire apparatus.
b. Functional design of fire apparatus.
c. Warranties.
d. Any other factors the City deems to be relevant.
Liability/Insurance
The Bidder, if his bid is accepted, shall indemnify, defend, and
hold harmless the City from any and all claims, suits, and legal
proceedings of any kind or nature, and assume all liability for
the use of any patented process, device or article forming a part
of the apparatus or any equipment furnished under the contract.
The bidder shall supply a signed affidavit (Certificate of
Insurance) certifying that the manufacturer of the aerial device I
is providing combined coverage of bodily injury and property
damage of two million dollars ($2, 000, 000. 00) maximum, within ten
(10) days of notification of the award of the contract.
Payment Terms .
The City agrees to purchase and pay cash for the apparatus and
miscellaneous equipment pursuant to the following terms and
conditions. All prices shall be less any taxes. Each unit shall
be paid for in total upon delivery of the apparatus to the Fire
Department and acceptance by the City Council. Delivery shall be
defined as the point in time when the City assumes physical
possession of the apparatus. An invoice shall be presented to
the City on or before this date. The apparatus, without
exception shall not be placed "in fire service" prior to full
payment of apparatus.
The apparatus quoted shall be warranted to be free from defects
in material and workmanship under normal use and service in
accordance with the warranty terms and conditions as previously
set forth. All discrepancies discovered during delivery engineer
training and apparatus testing shall be covered under the
manufacturer's warranties. NO EXCEPTION TO THIS SHALL BE
CONSIDERED. '
The Bidder shall indicate the total contract price for apparatus
specified in words and dollar figures. '
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Progress Payments
The City shall consider progress payments provided that the
following format is followed in proposing the payment to the
City:
' a. Chassis Progress Payment - The City shall provide a cash
payment in an amount equal to the value of the fire apparatus
chassis at the time of receipt of the chassis at the aerial
' and body manufacturer's facility. The amount of the payment
shall be documented on the Proposal Form, as well as the
total deduction the Bidder proposes from the grand total of
the bid.
b. Aerial Progress Payment - City shall provide a cash payment
in an amount equal to the value of the aerial device thirty
' (30) calendar days after receipt of fire chassis at the
manufacturer's facility. The amount of the payment shall be
documented on the Proposal Form, as well as the total
' deduction the Bidder proposes from the grand total of the
bid.
An invoice shall be presented to the City at least thirty (30)
' calendar days prior to the expected receipt of payment by the
Bidder.
' Addenda and Interpretations
No interpretation of the meaning of the specifications or other
contract documents shall be made to any Bidder verbally. Every
' request for such interpretation shall be in writing and addressed
to the City, and must be received at least ten (10) days prior to
the date fixed for the opening of the bids to be given
' consideration. Any and all such interpretations and any
supplemental instructions shall be in the form of written addenda
to the specifications which, if issued, shall be mailed by
certified mail to all prospective Bidders not later than five (5)
' days prior to the date fixed for the opening of bids. Failure of
any Bidder to receive any such addendum or interpretation shall
not relieve any Bidder from any obligation under his bid as
' submitted. All addenda so issued shall become a part of the
contract documents.
"Or Approved Equal" Clause
The mention in the specifications of apparatus, equipment or
material by brand name or by such specified description of same
as is hereby made, is intended to convey to the Bidder's
understanding, the degree of excellence required. Any article,
equipment, or material which shall conform to the standards and
excellence so established, and is of equal merit, strength,
durability and appearance to perform the desired function, is
deemed eligible for offer as a substitute. The qualifications of
the offering shall be judged as to their conformance with these
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specifications. Any equipment offered other than herein
specified shall be subject to a competitive demonstration and
evaluation by the using department. Such demonstration to be
provided on request within ten (10) working days after the
receipt of bids. The result of that demonstration and evaluation
shall be of prime importance in the recommendation to the
governing body for the final contract award. '
Liquidated Damages
If the vehicle is delivered after Bidder's specified delivery ,
date, liquidated damages shall be applied to the Bidder at the
rate of One Hundred Dollars ($100. 00) each calendar day the
vehicle is late. The City understands and accepts that delivery
is contingent upon delays or failure to deliver caused by or
resulting from fires, strikes, labor trouble, accident, or by any
other cause which is unavoidable or beyond the control of the
Bidder.
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User's Litt
' The Bidder shall provide the Name, Address, and Telephone Number of at least
fifteen (15) similar units that have been manufactured and delivered to Fire
Departments in the United States. The Bidder shall also indicate the full
name of a responsible person to contact at each Fire Department.
1. Name: 9. Name:
Address: Address:
Phone: Phone:
Contact: Contact:
2. Name: 10. Name:
Address: Address:
' Phone: Phone:
Contact: Contact:
3. Name: 11. Name:
Address: Address:
Phone: Phone:
Contact: Contact:
' 4. Name: 12. Name:
Address: Address:
' Phone: Phone:
Contact: Contact:
5. Name: 13. Name:
Address: Address:
' Phone: Phone:
Contact: Contact:
1 6. Name: 14. Name:
Address: Address:
Phone: Phone:
' Contact: C
7. Name: Contact:
15. Name:
Address:
Address:
Phone: Phone:
Contact: Contact:
8. Name:
Address:
Phone:
' Contact:
IMPORTANT NOTE: This page MUST be included with the Bid Package, completely
filled-out.
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PROPOSAL FORM FOR I QIANHA1.SSEN FIRE DEPARTMENT - CHANHASSfN, MINNESOTA
Pursuant to and in accordance with the City's Gennrnl Instructions, II Requirements and Specifications for Bidders relating hereto, the undersigned
hereby offers to furnish and deliver the following in accordance with the
Specifications for the following lump sum price: I
ITEM I OUANIITY I DEJ RIPTI.OJ IL$]JN1TLCFL_TQTAL-1'JUCC_
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I I Deduct:Aerial Progress Payment I $ I
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Grand Total of Bid: $ _
Grand Total of Bid in Words:
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Chassis Progress
Payment of $ .00 shall be made to the Bidder at II delivery of chassis to manufacturer's factory, or calendar days after
• contract signing. II Aerial Progress Payment of $, .00 shall be made to the Bidder thirty
i. (30) calendar days after receipt of the fire chassis at the manufacturer's
factory.
Accompanying this Proposal Form is a Non-Collusive Bidding Certification and
the Bidder's Affidavit. II Manufacturer's Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip Code: II Telephone Number:
Date: , 1988.
. Signature of Individual Preparing this Proposal:
Printed or Typed Name: I
IMPORTANT NOTE: Only an AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEE of the manufacturer shall prepare
and sign this page.
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Subscribed and sworn before me Notary's Stamp
this day of 19_
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IIDR'S AFFIDAVIT
(to be returned with bid)
IIName of Bidder:
IAddress:
City, State, Zip Code:
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(Name-please print or type) (Position/Title)
II . do hereby swear and affirm that the following answers and facts are true and
that our proposal complies with all the General Instructions, Requirements,
and Specifications contained in this Bid Package, except where indicated below:
1 YES NO
1. The unit offered is manufactured entirely
Iin the United States? ( ) ( )
2. The apparatus offered is not a prototype; and
I there are at least fifteen (15) apparatus of
similar design in-service in the U.S.A.? ( ) ( )
3. The capacity and performance tests shall be
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satisfactorily performed in compliance with
the information contained in this package? ( ) ( )
II 4. The manufacturer fabricates and assembles the
fire apparatus body and aerial device entirely
in the same factory complex? ( ) ( )
5. A full-time local representative of the
• manufacturer is maintained? .. ( ) ( )
Representative's Name:
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and certified mechanics? ( ) ( )
7. The manufacturer maintains a Factory Service
IISchool at the factory? ( ) ( )
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' BIDDER'S AFFIDAVIT - Continue_d
YES NO '
8. All pages of the General Instructions, '
Requirements,and Specifications have
been received and reviewed? ( ) ( )
9. Has the Bidder completed all the questions '
and filled in the blanks in the specifications? ( ) ( )
10. Is the Bid Security attached? ' ( ) ( ) '
11. Does the Bidder comply with the City's
specifications without exception? ( ) ( ) '
12. Are all requested engineering diagrams and
drawings included with the proposal? ( ) ( )
13. Does the proposed apparatus comply with the
dimensional requirements of the specifications? ( ) ( )
14. Does the manufacturer maintain an established
Service Center and Parts Depot? ( ) ( )
15. Does the manufacturer provide a program of '
factory training for the Fire Department's
mechanics? ( ) ( )
16. Are all specified warranties included with II
the proposal? ( ) ( )
17. Are all proposed warranties in compliance '
with the specifications? ( ) ( )
18. Will the apparatus body be covered by a five (5) '
year warranty? ( ) ( )
19. Will the aerial device be covered by a five (5)
year warranty? ( ) ( )
•20. Will the entire apparatus be manufactured
in the United States? ( ) ( ) '
21. Has a list of fifteen (15) in-service apparatus
of similar design been included with the proposal? ( ) ( ) '
22. Are the proposed apparatus and equipment new
in all respects? ( ) ( )
23. Have you provided an accurate statement of
apparatus dimensions? ( ) ( )
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II YES NO
II 24. Have you included a copy of your own detailed
Bidder's specifications? ( ) ( )
I25. Have you included a separate list of exceptions? ( ) ( )
26. Are you taking total exception? ( ) ( )
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Bid Bond ( ) ( )
Certified Check ( ) ( )
ICashier's Check ( ) ( )
28. Does weight distribution comply with
the recommendations of the N.F.P.A.? ( ) ( )
II29. Does the apparatus comply with the applicable
requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle
1 Safety Standards? ( ) ( )
30. Will the apparatus have a certified GVWR sticker? ( ) ( )
I 31. Are the aerial device, torque box and out-
riggers modular components of the apparatus? ( ) ( )
I 32. Does the manufacturer meet all specified
criteria and code conformances? ( ) ( )
I 33. Will the local representative 's delivery
engineer deliver the apparatus? ( ) ( )
34. Will the local representative 's delivery
I engineer train the Fire Department in the
use and maintenance of the chassis, pump and
body for a three (3) day period? ( ) ( )
II35. Will the aerial manufacturer provide training
on the aerial device as required? ( ) ( )
I36. State the dimensions of your proposed apparatus:
a) Overall Height:
II b) Overall Length:
c) Overall Width:
3\7. Delivery of the apparatus shall take place within O o
I calendar
days after execution of the contract.
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NITER'S AFFIDAVIT - continued '
Manufacturer's Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip Code:
Telephone Number:
Date: , 1988.
Signature of Individual Preparing this Proposal:
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Printed or Typed Name:
IMPORTANT NOTE: Only an AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEE of the manufacturer shall prepare '
and sign this page.
Subscribed and sworn before me Notary's Stamp '
this day of 19
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Notary Public
Commission Expires I
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IINON-COLLUSIVE BIDDING CERTIFICATION
t By submission of this bid, each Bidder and each person signing on behalf
of any Bidder certifies, and in the case of a joint bid each party thereto
certifies as to its own organization, under penalty of perjury, that to the
best of knowledge and belief:
I (1) The prices in this bid have been arrived at independently without
collusion, consultation, communication or agreement for the purpose of
II restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any
other Bidder or with any competitor:
(2) Unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted
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in this bid have not been knowingly disclosed by the Bidder and will not
knowingly be disclosed by the Bidder prior to opening, directly or indirectly,
to any other Bidder or to any competitor: and •
I (3) No attempt has been made or will be made by the Bidder to induce
any other person, partnership or corporation to submit or not to submit a bid
IIfor the purpose of restricting competition.
Dated: Signature:
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Printed Name:
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II I, the person who subscribed the above certification, do affirm under -
the penalties of perjury that the statements herein above set forth are true
in every respect and that if I am not the Bidder, that I was at the time of
said subscription, the agent, officer or employee of the Bidder authorized to
IIexecute said certification in the name of the Bidder.
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II Dated: Signature:
Printed Name:
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Subscribed and sworn before me Notary's Stamp
IIthis ' day of 19._,
INotary Public
Commission Expires
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SERVICE ABILITY FORM
Service Center Location:
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Distance in miles (one way) from Service Center Location to the City's
Location is: miles.
Please answer the following questiops: •
Is this shop an authorized warranty center for the apparatus builder?
Yes No
Is the Service Center enclosed and heated?
Yes No
• Number of full time Service Center Employees:
Number of Fire Pump Manufacturer's Certified Employees: '
Number of fully equipped service vans:
Is your shop equipped to handle, without subletting, the following:
Body Repairs Yes
Paint Work Yes No
Water Tank Repairs Yes No
Major Pump Repairs Yes No
Welding Yes No
Frame E. Spring Repairs Yes No
Aerial Device Repairs Yes No
Power Train Repairs Yes No
This form was completed and submitted by:
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(Please print or type full name)
Title of individual:
Signature of individual:
Subscribed and sworn before me Notary's Stamp
this day of 19__
Notary Public I
Commission Expires
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LAW OFFICES
GRANNIS, GRANNIS, FARRELL & KNUTSON
DAVID L. GRANNIS- 1874-1961 PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION TELECOPIER.
' DAVID L. GRANNIS. IR.- 1910-1980 POST OFFICE Box 57 (612)455-2359
1 ANCE B GRANNIS
403 NORWEST BANK BUILDING Eworr B KNETSCH
MICHAEL J. MAYER
VANCE B. GRANNIS,JR. 161 NORTH CONCORD EXCHANGE TIMOTHY J. BERG
' PATRICK A. FARRELL SOUTH ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55075
DAVID L. KNUTSON III
ROGER N. ON TELEPHONE(612)455-1661
DAVID L. HARMEYER
December 16 , 1988
' Mr. Mark Littfin
City of Chanhassen
690 Coulter Drive
' Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Re: Bid General Instructions and Requirements - Fire Truck
' Dear Mark:
Enclosed are the General Instructions and Requirements for the
' purchase of the fire truck. As we discussed, they follow the
format of the Arden Hills documents. Please review these
documents carefully. If you have any comments or suggestions for
changes, please let me know.
Very truly yours,
GRANNIS, GRANNIS, FARRELL
& KNUTSON, P.A.
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By:
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' Elliott B. K ` I sch
EBK/klt
' Enc.
cc: Mr. Jim Chaffee w/o Enc.
Mr. Don Ashworth w/o Enc.
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"SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS BIDDER COMPLIES
GENERAL '
The chassis shall be a cab forward custom built aerial fire apparatus
chassis. It shall be built by a Spartan custom fire apparatus
chassis manufacturer. The chassis will be a high. four door . ten
man cab forward or manufacturers custom ten man cab.
YES NO
CHASSIS '
The chassis for the aerial ladder truck shall include a custom four
door cab and shall be as manufactued by Spartan or a chassis
manufactured by the successful bidder. This chassis shall include all
of the standard interior and exterior equipment and optional
components as specified in the following sections of the chassis
specification .
YES NO
FRAME ,
The frame shall be built especially for the fire service use.
Exception noted .
YES NO
Complete and accurate data on the chassis frame includina dimensions.
materials, and section modulus shall be furnished with the bid . The
chassis frame shall be of completely bolted construction includina all
sorina hanaers and cross members. The chassis frame shall be
guaranteed for the normal life of the vehicle against buckling .
sagging or other failures due to faulty design , materials or work-
manship .
YES NO
No holes shall be drilled in the frame flanaes for securina muffler.
wirina . etc . Drill the web only . No weldina is allowed to the frame
web or flanaes between the front sorina hanaers and rear sorina
hanaers . Body subframe shall be bolted to the chassis frame as
necessary.
YES NO
FRONT BUMPER AND EXTENSION
A large. extended chrome plated front bumper, bolted to the chassis
frame rails shall be furnished . The front bumper is to be extended a
sufficient amount to accomodate the mountina of the specified Federal
Model 02 siren . The area between the bumper and the drill shall be
fabricated of 4-way polished aluminum treadplate material on too.
sides and rear.
YES NO
WHEELBASE
The wheelbase shall be 248" as measured from the centerline of the
front axle to the centerline between the rear axles.
YES NO
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' TOW EYES & HOOK
Two heavy duty chrome plated tow hooks shall be provided on the front
of the apparatus bolted directly to the frame. Two heavy duty chrome
plated tow eves shall be provided on the rear of the apparatus bolted
directly to the chassis frame.
YES NO
' FRONT AXLE
The front axle shall be a Rockwell model FL-941 . Axle shall have a
capacity of 21 , 500 pounds. Exception noted . Note disc brakes. if
available. $
YES NO
FRONT SUSPENSION
' The front suspension shall be leaf type sprinas with a minimum capa-
city of 21 . 500 pounds. Double actina shock absorbers shall be pro-
vided . Exception noted .
' YES NO
REAR AXLE
The rear axle to be a Rockwell STHD Tandem axle assembly with a
capacity of 52,000 pounds at the hub. An inter-axle differential
which divides torque evenly between axles shall be provided with an
11 indicator liaht mounted on the cab instrument panel . The single
reduction differential to have a 4.63 to 1 ratio.
Rear axle shall be furnished with oil seals.
YES NO
REAR SUSPENSION
The rear suspension shall be a Hendrickson RT-450, 52,000 pound capa-
city. Exception noted .
YES NO
WHEELS AND TIRES
All wheels shall be steel disc type. Wheel sizes shall be as follows:
- Front wheels: 22. 5 x 13.00 Front tires: 425/65R22. 5 18 PR
Radials. Highway Tread , Michelin , tubeless.
- Rear wheels: 20.0 x 8. Rear tires: 11 :00R 20.0 - 16 PR
' Radials, mud and snow tread , Michelin , tubeless.
Wheels shall be of the steel disc type wheel . Wheels shall have silver
painted rims . Chrome plated bearing caps to be furnished on the front
and rear axles, left and right sides. Chrome lugs included .
Two pair of wheel chocks shall be provided with the apparatus that are
' mounted in an easily accessible location .
YES NO
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ENGINE ,
The enaine shall be a Detroit Diesel model 8V92TA with the following
characteristics:
Injector type 9A90
Number of cylinders 8
Cycle variation 2 cycle '
Bore and stroke 4.84 x 5
Displacement (cu. inc . ) 736
Governed speed (RPM) 2100
Brake horsepower at RPM 475 at 2100
Maximum torque ( ft. lbs. at RMP) 1330 at 1300
Governor type Limited speed
variable low speed
Oil capacity (qts. ) 25
Engine coolant (qts. ) 42
Enoine and radiator coolant (qts. ) 71
A Jacobs engine exhaust brake shall be installed with hi-off-low
switch control on the cab dash. A certified power curve shall be fur-
nished with the bid .
YES NO
TRANSMISSION I
The transmission shall be an Allison model HT 740 automatic type
with four speeds forward and one reverse. The radiator shall have a
separate section to cool the transmission fluid . The transmission
shall be provided with a lock up feature to keep the transmission in
drive durino pumping operations. The shift control shall be located
on a console to the right of the driver.
An electric backup alarm shall be installed and to sound whenever the
transmission is shifted to reverse.
Backup lights to be activated along with a electric backup alarm when
transmission is shifted into reverse.
YES NO
COOLING SYSTEM
The cooling system of the engine shall be pressurized and shall be
adequate to maintain a temperature of the coolant in the enoine not in
excess of the enoine manufacturer ' s maximum temperature ratino .
Coolant shall also provide protection to the engine to a mimimum of
-40 decrees F.
YES NO
Adequate and readily accessible drain cocks shall be installed at the
lowest point of the cooling system, and at other such points as are
necessary to permit complete removal of the coolant from the system.
Drain cocks shall not open accidently due to vibration .
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS BIDDER COMPLIES
ICOOLING SYSTEM (CONTD. )
The radiator shall be so mounted as not to develop leaks due to ordi-
nary runnina and operating nor be twisted or strained when the appara-
tus operates over uneven around . Radiator cores shall be compatible
with commercial anti-freeze solutions and of straight tube construc-
tion for easy mechanical maintenance.
I YES NO
The coolina system lines which feed the specified chassis cab and/or
I pump heaters shall be screw valve aated at the enaine to allow shut-
down of the remote heating systems if a leak or problem develop.
YES NO
IAn enaine temperature thermostatically controlled belt driven fan
shall be provided per the enaine manufacturer' s recommendations.
I YES NO
I The enaine radiator shall be of the tube and fin core type with the
upper and lower tanks bolted to the core assembly. The radiator shall
also have a dearation system built in . The size of the radiator shall
not be less than 1225 square inches. The radiator will be equipped
I with a coolant recovery tank and a Perry water filter, model S-3 with
siaht tube.
YES NO
II FUEL SYSTEM
The fuel tank shall be constructed of 10 oauae hot rolled pickeled and
oiled steel with a minimum capacity of 50 aallons. The fuel tank
I shall be located between the frame behind the rear axles. The fuel
tank shall have a drain plug in the side near the bottom of the tank
to permit drainina the tank . A 2" diameter tank fill pipe shall be
I installed on the left side of the apparatus body behind the rear
wheels. A stainless steel sprino loaded hinged door to hold the door
open or closed shall be furnished on the body to cover the fuel tank
I -fill and be marked diesel fuel on the inside of the door. A vent
shall be provided on the tank to permit rapid filling of the tank
without airlock and subsequent backfire of fuel . The fuel system will
be equipped with a Racor fuel water separator with heater. An auxi-
.I liary electric fuel pump shall be installed for reprimina the fuel
system.
YES NO
IAccess door to be marked with a metal label reading "Diesel Fuel
Only" outside of door.
I YES NO
Fuel lines will be wire braided .
YES NO
EXHAUST
IA single exhaust pipe shall be provided for the engine. The alumi-
nized muffler shall be located under the frame on the right side. The
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SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS BIDDER COMPLIES
EXHAUST (CONTD. )
tailpipe shall terminate on the right side of the apparatus ahead of
the rear axle. The exhaust system shall meet the requirements of SAE
J-3666 passbv test . The exhaust tail pipe shall have a heat deflector
shield attached so excessive exhaust heat will not be transferred to
the side compartment it is mounted under. Proper insulation shall be
provided between the muffler, tail pipe, and body. The exhaust pipe
shall terminate with a chrome extension pipe.
YES NO
DRIVE SHAFTS
Spicer 1810 series drive shafts or equal shall be furnished from the
transmission to the rear axles. Drive shafts shall be dynamically
balanced .
YES NO
STEERING
The steering shall be Dual Sheppard 492-84 integral hydraulic power '
steering . The steerino wheel shall be a minimum of 20 inches in
diameter. The power steering pump shall be gear driven . Tilt and
telescoping steering wheel shall be provided .
YES NO
BRAKES
The brake system shall meet Federal Brakino Standard FMVSS-121 . The
brake system shall be fully air powered with a rapid pressure build up
system. A minimum 16. 1 CFM air compressor shall be provided . The
chassis shall have a minimum of 5890 cubic inch air reservoir capacity
and be equipped with a B/W AD-4 air dryer.
YES NO
AIR DRYER
A Bendix model AD-4 remote mounted air dryer shall be furnished and
installed on the chassis frame below the cab and behind the step areas
so as to allow total servicina of the system and not interfere with
compartmentation . Automatic and manual moisture ejectors shall also
be furnished and installed on each brake system air tank .
YES NO
BRAKE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
Brake performance shall comply with applicable regulations including
all state and federal requirements for apparatus type at time of manu-
' facture. As a minimum requirement, service brakes shall be capable of
bringing the fully laden apparatus to a complete stop from an initial
speed of 20 mph in a distance not exceeding 30 feet by actual measure-
ment on a substantially hard surface road that is free from loose
material , oil or grease. Service and parking brake systems operating
independently shall be capable of positively holding the vehicle fully
loaded on a 20% grade or a maximum grade specified when the vehicle is
performing any of its desioned stationary functions. I
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS BIDDER COMPLIES
11 PARKING BRAKES
Parking brakes shall operate on the rear wheels or on all wheels and
shall be of the positive air released type with provisions for
' securely holding the vehicle in position when applied . Neither a
lock-up device to retain applied pressure on hydraulic actuated ser-
vice brakes, nor a park position on an automatic transmission , as a
' substitute for a separate parking brake system is acceptable. A
yellow colored air actuated parking brake control with red indicating
light shall be furnished and mounted on the dashboard .
YES NO
CAB LIGHTS
' - Dual Halogen headlights of the (sealed beam) type with high and low
beams shall be provided . The headlights shall be mounted in a
chrome plated bezel . Head lights shall be set up so the high beams
' will be on a wig-wag control system, with switch on dashboard .
Amber arrow directional turn signals shall be furnished on the
front of the cab and side mounted turn signal indicator lights to
alert vehicles along side that the apparatus will be making a turn
shall also be furnished . An ICC four way flasher switch with pilot
light shall be provided in the cab.
- Five amber clearance lights shall be provided across the to of
the cab. Two amber lights and reflectors shall be located to the
side of the front bumper.
- Two dome lights shall be furnished in the forward section of the
' cab and two dome lights in the canopy section of the cab. Each
dome light shall have its own individual switch.
- An additional chrome bezel to match the headlights will be
supplied with red Halogen sealed beam bulbs. That will be of a
wig-wag control system, with switch on dashboard .
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Dual swivel overhead map lights and courtesy step lights shall be
provided .
' - An additional 7" ceiling light shall be installed in the center
of crew cab canopy section and be cab door activated .
- A dash mounted goose neck light for officer with on/off switch.
- Courtesy step light by each of the four cab doors to be activated
by cab doors.
- An indicating light shall be mounted on the dash to indicate when
any of the four (4) doors on the crew cab is opened . All four
' doors must be shut to turn the light off .
YES NO
CHASSIS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system shall be 12 volt, negative ground , with a 12
volt starter motor.
YES NO
The alternator shall be a (Leece Neville) ( 145) amps.
YES NO
A heavy duty on/off switch shall be installed . Cole-Herse model #2484
with face place and indicator light . Selector switch to be located
' inside chassis cab, on a suitable bracket mounted to the right of the
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CHASSIS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (CONTD. )
drivers seat. Battery cables shall run from specified batteries
direct to Cole-Herse switch with proper cable "slack" for use with
specified roll-out battery tray . All cable to be enclosed in heavy.
waterproof automotive loom.
YES NO
A Koehler Model 5680 battery conditioner shall be furnished and
installed . The dual charge remote indicator lights and power hook up
shall be located between the front and rear door of the custom cab, on
the drivers side. The electrical hook up should be Kussmaul AutoEiect
15.
YES NO
Additional wiring and electrical outlets shall be supplied ( per fire
department location ) for plugging in portable radios, mad lights. etc .
These shall be mounted with electrical outlet plugs in crew cab with
power coming of the existing electrical hook up for the battery con-
ditioner.
YES NO
Radio wire shall be pre-mounted , prior to mounting the radio equip-
ment. This to include but not limited to the antenna wires ( from a
fire department selected position of the (2) two radios) to a roof
location . Also, wires to crew cab area for firefighter monitoring of
radio communications (2 speakers) .
YES NO
CHASSIS CAB
Chassis cab shall be of the motor forward , extended four-door sedan
style, complete with two additional cab doors located behind front cab
doors with enclosed inside step area, capable of seatino the driver
and an officer in the front portion and eight firefighters in the rear
portion .
YES - NO
The chassis cab shall include the following equipment: chrome plated
front bumper , bright finished front grill , chrome plated marker
lights, insulated vinyl door liners with pockets, tinted safety or
tempered glass in all windows, padded vinyl covered sun visors, bright
metal windshield inserts, minimum two speed windshield wipers.
electric powered windshield washers, heavy duty heater (48,000 BTU
minimum) and defroster with minimum two speed blower , and padded vinyl
covered dashboard . No exceptions to electric windshield wipers and
washers.
YES NO
The chassis cab and doors shall be of stainless steel or aluminum I
construction . The front and rear doors shall be equipped with roll-
down style safety glass windows. The front doors shall include hinged
vent windows . Center divider between rear and front cab sections
shall be equipped with a horizontal slide-by window. Cab sides from
behind front cab section to front of rear doors shall be equipped with
windows . Rear of extended cab shall be equipped with horizontal
slide-by window.
YES NO
SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS BIDDER COMPLIES
IICHASSIS CAB (CONTD. )
All chassis cab windows shall be tinted Glass.
YES NO
IAll seats shall have live foam rubber cushions and be covered with too
grade vinyl upholstery material . Easily used retractable seat belts
II meeting all Federal and State regulations shall be provided for each
specified seating position . The driver and officer seats shall be a
bucket style, adjustable both fore and aft , and be equipped with
Iadjustable air ride suspension , Bostrom 710 E air ride.
YES NO
I A full width rear seat housina and seat back assembly shall be fur-
nished in the rear area of the cab. Seat housina and back assembly
shall be constructed of minimum 12 gauge galvanized steel or 1/8 inch
I aluminum painted to match the cab interior. The seat bottoms shall be
extended to at least 15 inches ahead of back rest pads. Three "Pack
Back" seat back cushions with Ziamatic low back air pack bracket shall
be furnished and installed , recessed into the seat back assembly per
Ifire department locations. The area below the seat cushions of the
rear seat housing shall be of open design , finished to be used for
storage or mounting_ of additional equipment.
II YES NO
II Two forward facing seating positions shall be provided in the center
of the rear cab area. Two Pack Back seat back cushions with Ziamatic
air pack brackets shall be furnished and installed . Seat shall be
I constructed as specified above. The area below the seat cusions shall
. be finished to allow mounting of the specified rear cab heater , air
compressor . battery charger , and two ( 2) Motorola Syntor-X mobile
radios and siren . Area must be finished with allowance for sufficient
,I ventilation . Adequate access shall be provided for service to the
specified equipment as well as access to the rear engine housing
panel . Two (2) fold down seats shall be mounted on either side of the
two front facing seats. Exception noted .
YES NO
A 48 . 000 BTU minimum hot water style heater with two speed blower
I' shall be furnished and installed to provide forced air heat to rear
cab area . Heater shall be installed behind center cab divider below
the rear facing seating positions in the rear cab section . Heaater
'I shall be properly connected to the engine cooling system. Blower
switch to be mounted in crew cab area to the left.
YES NO
IIAll interior surfaces of exterior body panels, such as: roof , doors,
and sidewalls . of both forward and rear cab sections shall be covered
with Antiphon pressure sensitive sound dampening pads. Dampening pads
I on exposed interior surfaces shall then be covered with approved
upholstery covered foam material properly installed and trimmed to
reduce the cab interior noise level to the minimum possible. Excep-
tions noted on cab design and seating arrangements.
YES NO
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CHASSIS CAB (CONTD . )
The rear window of the extended cab shall have center divided sliding
window.
YES NO
Interior cab floor, both front and rear areas, to be plated with
polished 4-way aluminum treadplate material . Floor panels to be '
removable and properly undercoated prior to installation .
YES NO '
Exterior of chassis cab and rear crew cab extension to be equipped
with vertical polished stainless steel handrails with chrome brackets .
left and right sides, behind front and rear doors.
YES NO
Chrome fender crowns are to be provided around the front and rear
wheel openings. A rubber welting shall be provided between the body
and the crown to seam and restrict moisture from entering .
YES N O '
A 2-cylinder Gast , Model 5HCD. 110-volt air compressor shall be fur-
nished and mounted . This air compressor shall be equipped with the
proper automatic air pressure switches and tubing so as to keep the
air brake system at minimum 80 psi while parked in the fire station .
The above system shall be wired to the same 110-volt recessed receo-
tacle as used for the specified automatic battery charging system.
Specified air compressor to be installed below rear facing seat
housing .
YES NO
The chassis sheet metal and cab doors shall be fully "rust-proofed"
using an approved non-hardening rust-proofing material sprayed under
cab floor and inside all void areas. Fiberalass areas are not to be
coated .
YES NO
ENGINE HOUSING
An engine housing shall be installed for access to the engine com-
ponents. Hinged or removable access doors shall be provided for maxi-
mum possible service area. Two inspection lights with integral on/off
switches shall be provided - one each side of engine housing . All
interior surfaces of engine housing panels of both forward and rear
cab sections shall be covered with Antiphon pressure sensitive sound
dampening pads. Dampening pads on exposed interior surfaces shall
then be covered with approved upholstery covered foam material pro-
perly installed and trimmed to reduce the cab interior noise level to
the minimum possible.
YES NO '
1 SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS BIDDER COMPLIES
' CAB INSTRUMENTATION
The cab dash shall contain the following instruments and controls
clustered in front of the driver for good visibility and ease of
operation :
- Test light and buzzer for alarm system
- Speedometer with mileage odometer
' - Tachometer
- Voltmeter
- Air pressure gauges with low air buzzer and light
' _ Fuel level gauge
Engine hourmeter
- Parking brake control with light
- Engine starter buttons
'
- Engine shutdown
- Engine temperature gauge with high temperature buzzer & light
- Engine oil pressure gauge with warning light and buzzer
' _ Air filter restriction gauge
Single windshield wiper control and intermittent wipers
- Windshield washer control
- Heater, defroster, fan controls
- Turn signals - self canceling
- Transmission temperature gauge
- Headlight switch with dash dimmer
' - Sun Visor (2)
- Ignition switch
- Ampmeter
' - Control switches for warning lights with master switch.
- Master 2 position on/off Cole-Herse.
- Generator on/off switch
- Switches for 2 - 1000 watt ouartz
YES NO
The cab shall also be furnished with the following :
' - Adjustable tilt/telescoping steering column
- Glove box
- Radio compartment located under officer' s seat
' - 20.000 BTU heater/defroster with fan in cab
- Electric horn
- Padded interior, dash, doors. roof
- Electric back-up alarm
' - Speakers in crew compartment (2) one cab side/county & city
- Light controls and generator control on dashboard per fire
department location decided at pre-build conference.
' - Open compartment door indicator in dash by drivers side
- AM/FM cassette radio
- Two Grover 24" stuttertone air horns, recessed one each side
behind the front bumper .
- Air horn should be foot pedal controlled by both the driver and
officer positions.
YES NO
An air override hydraulic pump shall be installed for raising and
lowering the cab. The pump is to have a manual override for backup in
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CAB INSTRUMENTATION (CONTD. )
the event air is not available. The control shall be on the driver' s
side of the crew cab.
YES NO
Two well braced chrome plated or polished stainless steel west coast
style rear view mirrors shall be furnished and installed on the
chassis cab front doors. Mirror heads shall be a minimum of 6 inches
by 16 inches. Two round 8 inch convex missors with chrome plated or
polished stainless steel backs shall be furnished and installed on the
lower bracket of the west coast mirrors. Mirrors shall be properly
installed so as not to obstruct door opening or the driver' s vision
and be free from excessive vibration .
YES NO
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
A steel framework shall be used for the engine compartment. The fra-
mework
shall be bolted to the frame with four rubber mounts.
YES NO
The two side panels shall be removable for greater serviceability of
the engine. Two lift up doors with full length 3/16" stainless steel
piano hinges shall be provided .
YES NO
For maximum insulation in engine compartment a sound deadening and
heat resistant package with engine enclosure blanket shall be
utilized . Insulation shall be retained by the framework . An
access door shall be provided on the side panel for access to the
engine and transmission dip sticks. Two inspection lights with a
switch on each light shall be located inside the engine compartment,
one on each side. The engine compartment shall be separate from the
body to allow for flex between the body and cab. A rubber flashing
shall be used at the flex joint.
YES NO
BATTERY COMPARTMENTS
The battery compartments shall be covered with polished aluminum
treadplate. The batteries shall be securely mounted to protect
against physical injury and vibration . The battery compartment shall
be designed to prevent water spray or engine exhaust heat from
damaging the batteries. The compartment shall be adequately ven-
tilated .
YES NO
A dual starting system shall be provided utilizing two 12 volt, 225
amp batteries with a 1115 CCA at 0 degrees F rating .
YES NO
Specified batteries to be mounted in a battery compartment housing .
Access door to be equipped with D-handle dual point latch assembly.
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' BATTERY COMPARTMENTS (CONTD. )
Battery tray to be provided with two Grant cadmium plated roller sli-
des mounted to the floor of the battery compartment with stainless
' steel angle brackets . Battery compartment shall not interfere with
rear cab entry and exit .
YES NO
PUMP - WATEROUS OR HALE SINGLE STAGE
The pump shall be a midship mounted centrifugal type with a rated cap-
' acity of ( 1500) GPM. In addition to meeting NFPA 1901 requirements,
it shall be constructed and mounted in accordance with the following
specifications.
I YES NO
PUMP MOUNTING
The pump shall be bolted to two 3 x 5 x 3/8 steel angles that are
' bolted directly to the chassis side rails. Bolts used shall be 1/2"
grade five minimum and be of sufficient quantity to support the
intended load .
YES NO
' PUMP BODY
The pump body shall be close grained gray iron , bronze fitted and must
' be horizontally split in two sections for easy removal of the entire
impeller shaft assembly, including wear rings and designed for
complete servicing from the bottom of the truck without disturbing the
' setting of the pump on the chassis or apparatus piping which is con-
nected to the pump. Pump case halves shall be bolted together on a
single horizontal face to minimize chance of leakage and facilitate
ease of reassembly.
' IMPELLERS YES NO
The impellers shall be bronze, accurately balanced (mechanically and
hydraulically ) of modern mixed flow design for maximum firefighting
effectiveness . The impellers shall have flame plated hubs ( tungsten
' carbide ) to assure maximum pump life and efficiency despite the pre-
sence of abrasive matter in the water supply .
YES NO
Impeller Shaft
The impeller shaft shall be stainless steel accurately ground to size
and supported at each end by oil or grease lubricated anti-friction
' ball bearings for rigid precise support. Bearings shall be protected
from water and sediment by stuffing boxes, flinger rings, and oil
seals as outlined below. No standard or special sleeve type bearings
' shall be used
YES NO
STUFFING BOXES
The pump shall be equipped with self adjusting , maintenance free,
mechanical shaft seals and designed to be functional in the unlikely
event of a mechanical seal failure.
YES NO
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PUMP OPERATOR PLATFORM '
A pull out platform is to be provided at the pump operator' s control
panel that shall support a minimum of 300 pounds. The top surface of
the platform is to be bright expanded aluminum treadplate. The plat-
form shall be approximately 22.00" deep and the width of the pump
operator ' s panel . The platform to lock in the retracted and the
extended position .
YES NO
WEAR RINGS
The wear rings shall be bronze and shall be easily replaceable to
restore original pump efficiency and eliminate the need for replacing
the entire pump casino due to wear.
YES NO
PUMP TRANSMISSION
The pump transmission shall be of the latest chain drive design uti-
lizing
a heavy duty Morse Hi-Vo high strength chain . The drive
sprocket and driven sprocket shall be made of alloy steel . All
sprockets are carburized . hardened and have ground bores. The chain
shall be an involute tooth type capable of operating at high speeds.
The pump drive case shall be high tensile gray iron split in two sec-
tions for ease of maintenance . All shafts shall be ball bearing sup-
ported with positive oil splash and pressure lubrication throughout. ,
The entire transmission shall be removable in one piece for service.
This shall be accomplished without disturbing the main pump body. The
transmission case shall be designed to eliminate the need for water
cooling .
YES NO
PUMP SHIFT
The pump shift engagement shall be made by a two position sliding
collar controlled electrically from the cab. The switch must be
designed to prevent accidental engagement. Two indicator lights shall
be located in the cab adjacent to the switch. A green light will
indicate the pump is in gear and a red light will show nonengagement.
A single green light shall be provided on the pump panel to indicate
pump position . A warning plate which instructs the operator not to
advance the throttle unless the green light is glowing shall be
located by the switch in the cab and on the pump panel . The chassis
transmission shift lever must be equipped with a latch or lock to hold
the transmission in the correct position for pumping .
YES NO
RELIEF VALVE
The relief valve system shall be positive and quick acting and shall
have instantaneous hydraulic lock out ( in the form of an on/off
switch) which does not require the operator to cancel out or disturb
the pressure setting . With the pump operating from draft delivering
its rated capacity at 225 psi ( if lines are shut off ) . the increase in
discharge pressure shall not exceed 20 psi . Relief valve control
( pilot valve) shall be protected from malfunction due to sand or other
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SPECIFICATIONS PUMP COMPLIES
DER I
D C ES
RELIEF VALVE ( CONTD. )
sediment in the water by a strainer which can be removed , cleaned and
replaced from the operator' s panel while the pump is operating .
Relief valve indicator lights shall be provided and mounted on the
Panel adjacent to the pilot valve assembly. This indicator light is
to be amber and marked OPEN to indicate the relief valve is bypassing
' and Preen marked CLOSED to indicate the relief valve is fully closed .
' YES NO
PRIMER
The priming pump shall be electrically driven , positive displacement,
rotary (vane) type, with a single quick acting control on pump panel .
The primer shall be automatically lubricated from a four quart minimum
oil reservoir .
YES NO
MANIFOLD DRAIN VALVE ASSEMBLY
The pump shall be equipped with a manifold drain valve assembly con-
' sisting of a stainless steel plunger in a bronze body with multiple
ports. The valve shall be designed so that the pump discharge
pressure prevents it from opening accidentally. The manifold drain
valve shall also incorporate a special isolated port to drain the
' relief valve. The drain valve control shall be panel mounted , cable
operated and identified PUMP DRAIN.
YES NO
PUMP SUCTION STRAINERS
The suction fittings shall include removable die cast zinc screens
that are designed to provide cathodic protection for the pump thus
reducing corrosion in the pump.
YES NO
HEAT EXCHANGER
An auxiliary cooling system shall be installed to permit use of water
from the discharge side of the fire pump for cooling water circulating
., through the engine cooling system. Heat exchanger is to be of brass
construction and shall be a separate unit installed in the pump com-
partment with a valve control on the pump panel .
YES NO
A 20,000 BTU hot water type heater shall be furnished and installed
inside the pump compartment. Heater to be connected to the engine
11 cooling system with gated coolant lines, fan switch and indicator
light shall be installed on the pump panel .
YES NO
PIPING, VALVES, DRAINS
IN GENERAL
All hard piping used in the piping system shall be heavy duty
( schedule 40 minimum) galvanized pipe. Victualic couplings must be
used wherever chassis flexing or vibration may loosen or damage piping
or where necessary to improve maintainability .
YES NO
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SPECIFICHTIONS PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
IN GENERAL (CONTD. )
Because of the overall imoortance of maintenance, high pressure wire
reinforced hose (Aeroquip or equal ) is preferred over hard piping and
is required on all auxiliary lines 2" or less. Flexible heat '
resistant plastic tubing shall be used wherever practical in place of
copper tubing on all gauge and drain lines 3/8" or less.
YES NO
All suction and discharge valves must be quarter turn ball type and be
designed to seal for vacuum or pressure. All pump lines must drain
through either the master pump drain valve or be equipped with indivi-
dual drain valves. All individual drain valve controls shall be
extended to the pump panel and be conveniently located above running-
board level . All individual drain lines are to be extended so that
they drain below the chassis frame.
YES NO
THREADS
All threads shall be (NST) except where specified with Stortz .
YES NO
SUCTION INLETS
A NST Steamer inlet shall be installed on each suction side of the
pump. Inlet shall be equipped with a snap tight-piston intake relief
valve for use with 5" lightweight hose with Stortz adapter retaining
cap and chain . The intakes shall be designed so that the valve does
not extend past the runningboards.
( 2 - 2 1/2" ) gated inlets with female swivel connection , one on the '
right and one on the left pump panel with chrome plated caps,
retaining_ chain and removable strainers.
YES NO
DISCHARGE OUTLETS
Discharges shall be furnished and located as follows:
- 3 - 2 1/2" discharge outlets NST with chrome plated caps, retaining
chains and individual gauges on the left side pump panel .
• These discharge valves shall be mounted behind the pump panels
and be controlled from the left side operator' s panel . Discharge
to have a 30 degree angle elbow.
- 1 - 5" diameter discharge shall be furnished from the pump to the
right side of the apparatus. It shall be labeled "Master
Discharge" . The master discharge shall be equipped with a chrome
plated 30 degree elbow terminating in 5" Storz thread , reduced to
a 4" storz thread with a cap and chain .
- 1 - 5" minimum discharge shall be furnished to supply the aerial
waterway. The valve shall be 3 1/2" full flow and be controlled
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IDISCHARGE OUTLETS (CONTD. )
at the left operator' s panel . The piping from the pump to the
rear of the vehicle shall be 5" minimum heavy duty galvanized pipe.
IIThe pipe shall connect to the turntable waterway swivel and
shall also extend through the rear panel of the vehicle and
terminate in (NST) thread with a 4" Storz thread and cap with chain
II above the rear step and be centered between the rear tow eyes.
This connection will serve as the rear waterway inlet. Intake
shall have a 30 degree angle.
II - A 4" 1/4 turn to 5" 1/4 turn Stortz adapter shall provided .
- 2 - 1 1/2" , 1 - 2 1/2" crosslays with 200' capacity recessed in
front of the pump panel with rollers both vertical and horizontal .
Each lay shall be individually controlled at the pump panel . A
hinged aluminum crosslay cover shall be provided , sturdy enough to
Ibe used as a walkway. Crosslays to have oak flooring .
All discharge and intakes shall have 30 degree angles.
II - Each crosslay section shall be separated with an aluminum divider.
The crosslav floor shall be provided with slatted oak hardwood
flooring . Each crosslay section shall be equipped with a 1 1/2"
90 degree discharge elbow ( for 1 1/2" hose ) or a 2 1/2" , 90 degree
II elbow ( for the 2 1/2" hose) to permit the use of a preconnected
hose from either side of the apparatus without kinking or
restricting water flow.
I YES NO
PUMP OPERATOR' S PANEL
All pump controls and gauges will be located on the left side of the
II apparatus. The controls will be set in a full size stainless steel
panel . This panel will be sectionally removable for ease of main-
tenance and service.
IIExpanded treadplate step with heavy duty ball bearing slides shall be
installed below the runningboard at the pump operators position .
' Gauges will be functionally grouped together and set in a 14 gauge
satin finish. hinged stainless steel panel to allow easy access for
repair, replacement or calibration . The hinged gauge panel will be
held in place with four quick release fasteners.
:1 YES NO
A removable (stainless steel ) panel will be provided on the right side
'' of the apparatus for ease of maintenance and service. Additionally,
an access door with a minimum door opening of 14" x 22" will be pro-
vided on the right side for inspection and service of the pump. The
I door will be constructed similar to the compartment doors on the body .
All gauges and controls shall be properly identified with permanently
marked color coded tags and numbered . All suction and discharge
piping protruding through the side panels shall have polished
I stainless steel trim rings. All push/pull control rods shall be suo-
ported by chrome plated rod guide castings. Casting shall have a
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SPECIFICATIONS PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
PUMP OPERATOR' S PANEL (CONTD. ) I
recess for attaching the appropriate I .D. labels. All items shall be
attached to the pump panels with screws . The use of pop rivets is
expressly prohibited . All gauges will be silicone filled with white
faces and black lettering .
YES NO
An electric water level indicator to be provided on the gauge panel
that registers by means of five individual lights at the following
positions: Full , 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, and Empty. To further alert the pump
operator the empty light must start flashing when water level drops
below the 1/4 mark . The water level indicator shall utilize magneti-
cally actuated sealed reed switches with no electrical components
coming in contact of tank water. The indicator shall use twist lock
moisture proof connections for corrosion protection and easier ser-
vicing . Indicator lights to be installed behind a smoked lens housed
in a chromed bezel that matches the style used for the discharge
controls and pressure gauges.
YES NO
The following gauges and equipment will be mounted and labeled on the
pump panel :
1 - Engine temperature gauge
1 - Voltmeter
1 - Engine oil pressure gauge
1 - Tachometer
1 - Throttle, Vernier type
2 - Test gauge outlets
1 - Underwriters half engine speed hand counter outlet
1 - Master pump drain valve control
Individual drain valves for all rated discharges
Individual drains for relief valve and pilot valve
Pump panel light switch
Minimum of 3 - 21 candle power lights with stainless steel hood
over left pump panel and right side
Engine cooler valve
Pump hour meter
Tank to pump control valve
Tank refill control valve
Fuel level gauge
A quick disconnect valve piped to breathing air for pump
operator
Pump cooler valve control
Primer valve control
Relief valve controls
Transfer valve controls ( two stage pumps)
Pump lubrication grease fitting
All suctions and discharge controls
1 - 6 1/2" diameter 30-0-600 main pump pressure gauge
1 - 6 1/2" diameter 30-0-600 main pump vacuum gauge
3 - 3 1/2" diameter 0-600 individual pressure gauges for 2 1/2"
side discharges and crosslay
1 - 3 1/2" diameter 0-600 pressure gauge for waterway discharge
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SPECIFICATIONS PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
PUMP OPERATOR' S PANEL (CONTD. )
2 - 3 1/2" diameter 0-600 pressure gauges for crosslays
' 1 - Flowmeter for platform discharge
1 - MC4 tank level gauge shall be provided
1 - 3 1/2" diameter 0-600 gauge for 5" discharge
A pump overheat indicator light with an audible alarm manufac-
tured by M.C. Products shall be installed at the pump opera-
tor' s panel .
Located by each discharge shall be a weatherproof toggle switch wired
to an indicator light by each discharge lever. The purpose of these
switches will be to alert the pump operator that a connection has been
made to a discharge line, and the line is ready to be charged .
' YES NO
ROOSTER TANK
The booster tank shall have a 150 gallon capacity. It shall be fabri-
cated with a 10 gauge steel bottom, 10 gauge steel sides and ends.
' The tank shall be a box shaped design with a built in sump to minimize
the amount of undraftable water. The tank shall be double welded ,
inside and out , with gas-shielded welding to eliminate slag .
' YES NO
It shall be baffled to meet the requirements of NFPA 1901 design for
booster tanks. The baffles shall have openings in them to allow move-
ment of air and water between the baffled compartments , as are
required to meet the flow requirements from the tank . The baffles
' shall also have a 1" return break top and bottom for maximum rigidity.
YES NO
For the purposes of inspection , maintenance and/or repair, the tank
shall have a 100 percent removable top. The cover shall be held in
place with stainless steel bolts that are outside the tank . A wwater
tight gasket seal shall be furnished completely around the cover .
YES NO
The tank fill shall be of the rear overflow design with a 4" opening .
The fill opening shall have a removable screen with a suction cap and
the fill tower assembly shall be located at the front left corner of
the tank .
YES NO
The tank to pump suction line shall be equipped with an anti-swirl
sump within the booster tank . The line from the tank to the suction
side of the fire pump shall be heavy duty rubber connected to a 2 1/2"
full flow quarter turn ball valve with the control located at the pump
' operator' s panel .
YES NO
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BOOSTER TANK ( CONTD. )
A 1" tank refill line shall be provided through a full flow quarter
turn valve.
YES NO
A 1/4" bypass line shall be furnished for sturdy operation of the fire
pump. This bypass control is to be controlled at the pump operator' s I
panel .
YES NO
In the event that the booster tank would have to be removed from the
body , the body shall be so desianed that it does not need cutting or
dismantling to accomplish tank removal . Also, lifting devices shall
be provided on the tank to facilitate lifting the tank out of the
body .
YES NO
All piping to and from the tank shall have victualic couplings and/or
hose connections or both to aid in the removal of the tank .
YES NO '
The entire tank except the removable lid shall be hot dipped galva-
nized after fabrication for maximum corrosion protection . '
YES NO
Booster tank and lid shall have a 15 year warranty .
YES NO
BODY CONSTRUCTION
It is the intention of the fire department to purchase a completely
modular body consisting of independent body modules or subassemblies
bolted to an independent heavy duty support framework . The following
body portions of these specifications outline the minimum standards of
construction required by the fire department to meet this need . Bid-
ders
shall supply satisfactory evidence of their ability to build such
a unit , including proof of the necessary tooling and fixtures required
to produce parts in quantity to exacting tolerances and evidence of a
comprehensive body parts stocking program.
YES NO
Stainless Steel $
SUBFRAME
The center ladder storage area framework shall also be constructed '
using structural channels. angles, and/or tubing . This framework
shall be supported by the torque box and shall extend the full length
of the body.
YES NO
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IISPECIFICATIONS CENTER STACK WITH PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
liCOMPARTMENTS
Runninaboard compartments must be modular design with sweep out style
I floors. They shall be fabricated individually out of 5052.H34 - . 125
thick aluminum.
YES NO
I Shelving - The compartmentation shall include ( 2) shelves. Shelf
construction shall be riaid with 2.00" retainers on all four sides and
fabricated of . 125" aluminum. The shelving shall adjust by means of a
I threaded tightener sliding in a track to allow precise adjusting
height. Clip type shelf bracketing shall not be considered accep-
table. The shelving location shall be as directed by the fire depart-
!' ment.
YES NO
To further ensure maximum strength and durability, each compartment
1 box shall be formed primarily from a single piece of material , broken
at all four corners with the top, bottom and door sill plates being
the only welded portions of the compartment module. Also, a 1/2" out-
II ward return break shall be provided around the entire door opening to
form integral drip protection and a permanent installation channel for
the rubber door seal gasket material .
YES NO
IThe entire body, including all compartment doors, adjustable compart-
ment shelves, hosebed dividers, front and side sheets , etc . , shall be
II fabricated of minimum 12 gauge material thickness for steel construc-
tion and minimum 1/8 inch material thickness for aluminum construc-
tion . Heavier materials shall be used in critical areas. Welded
11 modular type construction or lighter gauge materials in specified
areas will not be acceptable. All specified aluminum treadplate shall
be polished style with C-102 treadplate pattern . All aluminum
treadplate to be minimum . 125 inch thickness.
.1 YES NO
An apparatus body subframe shall be constructed of minimum 3 inch
.I steel channel , bolted to the chassis frame and removable. The
subframe shall be prime painted and rustproofed after assembly and
prior to installation of body sides and water tank . Rear subframe
area and rear platform supports shall be welded to rear of chassis
IIframe rails for maximum strength and rigidity. Rear step platform and
side runningboard supports shall be positioned so as to be approxima-
tely 22 inches above the around when the truck is loaded . Fabricated
1 runningboard and body side supports shall be made of stainless steel .
YES NO
IThere shall be fully enclosed and weatherstripped compartments fur-
nished on each side of the apparatus body , starting behind cab
(excluding pump compartments) and continuing to the rear of the body.
I These compartments shall be as large as possible, using all of the
available area to the rear step area . Polished extruded aluminum
wheelwell moldings shall be bolted in position surrounding both body
I wheelwells .
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS CENTER STACK WITH PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
COMPARTMENTS (CONTD. ) I
The compartments, runningboard level , both sides and rear, shall be
equipped with . 125 inch 4 way polished aluminum treadplate "sweep-out"
floors bolted in place and removable. The high-side compartments. ,
left and right sides, shall be of the "sweep-out" design fabricated of
12 aauae stainless steel or minimum 1/8 inch aluminum. All compart-
ment floors and shelves shall be equipped with fabricated Dri-Dek
vinyl tiles. All shelves to include Dri-Dek lip.
YES NO
Each compartment shall be bolted to the subframe using 1/4" stainless
steel bolts minimum and ESNA type reusable selflocking nuts or equal .
Lock washers are not acceptable. Each compartment shall be easily
removable by unbolting using hand tools in order to keep maintenance
costs to a minimum and ensure easy and fast replacement of worn or
damaged body parts. The bottoms of each runningboard compartment
shall be adequately braced to provide maximum loading without undue
deflection of the bottom. Removable panels. properly sealed , must be
provided in each compartment as required for access to hydraulic lines
and components for service.
YES NO
Compartments shall be located as follows:
- Two compartments ahead of pump panel (one on each side) measuring
45" H x 21" W x 16" D with a door opening of 18" W x 39" H. 1
- One single door runningboard compartment ahead of rear wheels, on
left side , measuring 32" W x 27" D x 35" H. Door opening shall be
28" W x 28. 5" H.
- Four runningboard compartments behind rear wheels ( two each side) .
One ahead of rear outrigger measuring 28" W x 35" H x 17" D with a
door opening of 24" W x 28. 5" H. One behind rear outrigger
measuring 24" W x 35" H x 17" D with door opening of 20" W x 28. 5"
H.
- One air mask compartment ahead of rear wheels and above the front
runningboard compartment (on left side) measuring 126.75" W x 36" H
x 14" D. Two door openings shall be provided on the compartment
measuring 58 1/2" W x 30" H. Doors shall be horizontally hinged
with (gas cylinder) hold up devices . Doors shall be lift up.
- Two auxiliary air mask compartments behind rear wheels and over the
left outrigger measuring 124.75" L x 20" H. Depth shall vary bet-
ween 9" and 14" as the compartment shall be fitted around the
pedestal base. Two doors with openings of 57 1/2" W x 14" H shall
be provided . Doors shall be horizontally hinged with gas cylinder
retainers and shall lift up.
- One full height compartment ahead of rear wheels on right side
measuring 32" W x 71" H x 27" and 14" with double doors. Door
opening to be 28" W x 65" H. ,
- One high side compartment above front-rear wheel on right side
measuring 26 1/2" W x 36" H x 12" D with vertically hinged door
opening 22 1/2" W x 30" H.
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SPECIFICATIONS CENTER STACK WITH PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
COMPARTMENTS (CONTD. )
- One high side compartment above right side front outrigger
measuring 29 1/2" W x 36" H x 12" D with vertically hinged door
opening 25 1/2" W x 30" H.
- Dri-deck flooring shall be installed in all compartments.
J YES NO
DOORS AND HARDWARE
' All equipment compartment doors shall be bevel type with full box pan
innerliners. These box pans shall cover the entire latch assembly and
be bolted in place for easy maintenance. A stud welded system, or
equal , shall be used to eliminate bolt heads on the outer surfaces of
the doors and ensure that all surfaces to be joined are primed and
finish painted prior to assembly of the door components. Welded pans,
' latch assemblies, or hinges are not acceptable. All doors shall be
constructed with 3/16" aluminum alloy outer panel and with 1/8" alumi-
num alloy box pan reinforcement.
YES NO
All door seals shall be heavy duty rubber held in compression and
extended around entire door opening lip. All compartment doors shall
' have stainless steel continuous hinges with a stainless steel hinge
pin of 3/16" diameter minimum. All doors shall have Eberhard M206
latches with a two point striker, stainless steel "D" ring latch with
' offset handles to permit easy grasp even in icy weather . Cleveland
door hold devices shall be provided for each door unless otherwise
specified . Each compartment shall be furnished with a light that
automatically goes on when the door is opened and all compartments
' shall be louver vented . Each runningboard compartment shall have four
protected drain holes.
YES NO
rPositive door holder type stainless spring door holders , Cleveland
style, to be furnished and installed on all vertically hinged compart-
ment doors . Door holders to be bolted in position and removable.
Interior of compartment doors to be properly reinforced to accommodate
specified door holders. Door holders shall be properly designed to hold
the doors in both the "Open" and "Closed" positions and properly
' adjusted to eliminate the need for chain or cable door stops.
YES NO
FENDERS, RUNNINGBOARDS AND EDGES
The rear fenders shall be equipped with three piece removable full
angular innerliners bolted into place. This will permit easy removal
t and replacement of damaged innerliners. Integral welded crown type
liners shall not be acceptable. The two side pieces shall extend all
the way to the bottom of the side compartments with 1/4" spacers bet-
ween for drainage. The front fenders shall be equipped with chrome
fenderettes.
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS CENTER STACK WITH PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
FENDERS. RUNNINGBOARDS AND EDGES (CONTD. )
All runningboards, steps and trim pieces shall be 1/8" bright finish
aluminum treadplate. The runningboards and rear step shall be spaced
away from contact points with the 1/4" body to allow water run-off .
with outer edges to be flanged down 12 1/2" and in 1" to provide maxi-
mum strength and rigidity. All edges shall be broken down so as not
to be on a vertical plane and all edges and corners shall be rounded
and deburred to prevent injury . Additional treadplate shall be fur-
nished as follows:
- 4" kickplates above runningboards wherever necessary to protect
the body.
- All surfaces over compartments or on top of body where it will
be necessary for personnel to walk or mount equipment.
- Entire forward face of body.
Entire rear face of body.
- Engine hood assembly including two lift up doors with hold down
latches and removable side panels.
- Battery box covers.
- Outrigger coverplates shall be stainless steel .
- A 3 1/2" rub rail made of highly polished aluminum shall be
installed down the full length of the body in the area above
the outrigger and compartment doors.
- A hinged cover over the crosslays mounted above the pump panel .
YES NO
NOTE: The use of aluminum pop rivets as a trim fastener shall not be
acceptable. Rivets shall be used only on blind holes when the
supporting metal is aluminum and the danger of stripped threads
precludes the use of self-tapping screws. In this case a
stainless steel structural rivet will be acceptable.
YES NO r
HOSEBED AND HOSE CHUTES
An oak wooden hosebed shall be provided with a minimum area of 40 cubic
feet which shall be forward of the turntable and over the torque box
area. The hose shall be removed through a hose chute on the right 11 side of the vehicle discharging through a stainless steel extension ,
mounted on roller ball bearings, that is pulled through the rear
access ladder . This allows the hose to cleanly discharge away from
the rear of the truck . This design will accommodate 5" hose with
couplings. A vinyl hosebed cover shall be provided .
YES NO
All metal siding in hose chutes will overlap, facing the rear. All
crosslav will overlap facing the sides.
YES NO
Hose bed must have the capacity to hold 1 ,000' , 5" large diameter hose
with Stortz couplings.
YES NO
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IELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND WARNING LIGHTS
A pamphlet 1901 approved battery system shall be provided . It shall
Ibe a dual system with a Cole-Herse #2484 with face plate and indicator
light selector switch installed in the cab near the driver.
YES NO
IAll electrical equipment shall be installed to conform to modern
automotive practices. Wiring installed by the body builder shall be
I run in heat resistant plastic convoluted loom split along its entire
length and protected by automatic reset circuit breakers. All wires
shall be color and number coded and heat resistant. Grommets shall be
I used wherever wires or loom pass throuah holes in metal . All wiring
to warning lights shall be completely enclosed and protected . All
wiring exposed to the elements shall be protected in heat shrink
tubing .
I YES NO
All electrical equipment switches shall be mounted on a separate _
II switch panel mounted conveniently in the cab with a master switch and
individual switches to allow preselection of lights and accessories.
All switches shall be heavy duty rocker type with pilot lights . The
switches shall be mounted in a removable panel for ease of service,
I functionally laid out and properly identified .
YES NO
II The-following lights and equipment shall be provided :
PA 200 Federal siren with two Federal CP 100 speakers shall be
mounted one each side on the front bumper deck .
Federal Q28 siren , with brake. mounted on the front center of
the bumper operated by solenoid switches with foot controls on
each side of cab floor. Siren must also be activated by
steering wheel horn button . A selector switch is also to be
,1 provided to allow the operator to change from an electric horn
or siren activation . A siren brake to also be installed on
dash with a label saying "Siren Brake
II - Eight Maxi beam strobes . Two installed on the front of the
platform, two installed centered over the wheel wells , two
installed on front of cab and one each side of cab towards the
- front. The Maxi beams located on the front of the cab, one is
111 to be red lens, the other to be white lens.
Two Federal 22H lightbars with Halogen bulbs, red and white
lens mounted on cab roof both sides of ladder cradle at a 45
11 - degree angle.
Two Whelen red strobe rear warning lights mounted , one on each
rear corner . Lights to have Halogen bulbs. "Mini maxi beams" .
I - 2 - 6" cab spotlights mounted one each side of the front
windshield posts, Unity #225.
- 2 - 7" diameter workliahts on the underside of the turntable
access platform, Unity AG, with an individual switch on each
I - light.
2 - 6" swiveling hose body lights mounted behind the pump
compartment one over each hose compartment, Unity AG.
I - 2 engine compartment lights with individual switches.
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ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND WARNING LIGHTS (CONTD. ) ,
- 2 pump compartment lights with individual switches. Individual
compartment lights that come on automatically when the door is
opened .
- 2 - 7" diameter stop tail lights . two 7" --> directional , and
two 7" back up lights shall be flush mounted at the rear of the
body.
2 circuit breaker boxes with a minimum of 8-20 amp switch type
breakers mounted in the front right runningboard compartment.
Platform 110 circuits shall be wired to this box .
- 4 - 110 volt weather proof outlets, Hubbel #7310. Department
to give location .
- Clearance and marker lights, reflectors and license plate
brackets shall meet federal government standards.
A strobe light mounted on bottom of platform to be activated
when platform is raised . Whelen model 800.
- Two (2) amber lens warning spot lights facing rear, alternately
flashing . "Weldon" brand 1020, with spot light bulb and amber
lens .
- Three "Scene Lights" brand lights to be installed . One on
rear of apparatus, one on left side, one on right side. They
shall be mounted between the driver and passenger doors per
fire department specifications. Switch to be on dashboard and
controlled when any of the four doors are opened .
YES NO
HANDRAILS AND ACCESS STEPS
All handrails to be 1 1/4" diameter stainless steel tubing with chrome
plated end brackets. All access steps to be as specified . Locations
to be as follows:
- One pair of 18" minimum grab rails on each side at the cab
entrance.
- One pair of 18" minimum grab rails on each side at the canopy
entrance.
- One pair of grab handles on each side at the rear of the body
to assist climbing to the turntable.
- One full length rail attached to the rear edge of each A-frame
turntable access ladder. The rail shall form a continuous loop
at the top of each access ladder to assist climbing personnel
as far as possible.
- Three turntable railings on the turntable a minimum of 42" high
with a connecting chain between the inside rail posts.
- Two turntable access ladders, one on each side, with swing down
helper steps, shall be provided at the rear of the apparatus
in an A-frame configuration .
- All handrails to have easy grip rubber covers.
YES NO 11 FINISH
All completed modular components shall be thoroughly cleaned and pre-
pared following the specifications published by the paint manufacturer '
prior to priming . All modular components shall be completely primed
with Dupont 8-25 Corlar epoxy base primer prior to being assembled on
the body . Once the assembled body is completed , the entire cab and
body shall have all irregularities removed and be prepared for a final
prime coat. The interiors of the compartments shall be finished with
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SPECIFICATIONS CENTER STACK WITH PUMP BIDDER COMPLIES
FINISH (CONTD. )
gray speckle tone compartment paint. The remainder of the apparatus
I shall be finish painted with Dupont Imron or equal . The entire body
and cab exterior shall be painted . Paint color shall be red Imron
#3516 UM. All removable items, such as wheels, brackets, compartment
doors. etc . . shall be removed and painted separately to ensure finish
paint behind mounted items. Gold leaf striping , gold leaf body let-
tering and painted boom lettering per fire department specifications
shall be provided . The paint finish shall have a surface gloss of
no less than 90 percent reflection measured on a 60 degree geometry.
YES NO
The cab roof shall be painted white Imron #817-U from the bottom of
the windows up.
YES NO
A 10" wide reflective strip shall be provided along the lower sides of
the body - both sides. Location decided by fire department.
' YES NO
UNDERCOATING
' The apparatus body shall be thoroughly undercoated with Pennz-Guard II
or equal automotive undercoating . Inaccessible areas of the body
shall be undercoated prior to body assembly . All remaining areas,
' i .e. , wheel wells, and wheel well liners, shall be undercoated prior
to final paint.
YES NO
' PIKE POLE MOUNTING
Seven ( 7) pike poles shall be provided ( refer to equipment list for
sizes) . Six will be mounted in individual tube type holders, and
accessible from the rear of the apparatus, and one accessible from
the fly section at the platform.
YES NO
GROUND LADDER STORAGE
Ground ladders shall be stored in the center of the truck . on
stainless steel ladder slides. One bank of ladders shall be stored on
' each side of the turntable pedestal center support. A sliding roll up
door shall be provided for each bank of ladders at the rear of
vehicle. The bottoms of the ladder banks shall be fully enclosed .
One roof ladder shall mount on fly section at platform. See equipment
section for sizes of ladders.
YES NO
EQUIPMENT
The following equipment shall be mounted or furnished on each appara-
tus as directed by the fire department:
4 Pompier belts, with attaching eyelets in bucket .
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EQUIPMENT (CONTD. )
- 1 quart of job color touch up paint .
- i Akron 5" x 3-2 1/2" gated siamese valve. 1
- 2 - 500 watt quartz telescoping light shall be installed on the
aerial platform. Lights to be Churchville.
- 2 - 1 ,000 watt on body located at right and left pump panel .
Switches on dashboard and pump panel .
- 2 - 500 watt in turntable area per fire department specifica-
tions.
- Platform quarts light activated at turntable platform and at
basket.
YES NO I
LADDERS (Manufactured by Duo-Safety )
1 - 14 ' roof in fly section
1 - 10' folding - model #585A
2 - 14 ' jack - model #701-14
2 - 16' roof - model #875A
1 - 20' roof - model #875A
1 - 28 ' two section - model #120A
1 - 35 ' two section - model #1200A
YES NO
PIKE POLES ( Manufactured by Duo-Safety)
2 - 6' fiberglass handles
2 - 8' fiberglass handles
2 - 12' fiberglass handles
2 - 4" fiberglass D ring I
1 - 8 ' fly section of ladder at platform.
YES NO
GENERATOR
An Onan , 12kw, 120/240 volt, 31 .3 amp, 60 Hertz , single phase diesel
generator shall be provided .
YES NO '
Generator shall be equipped with the following features: radiator
cooling , high engine temperature shutdown , low oil pressure shutdown ,
vibration insolators, muffler, flexible exhaust connection , dual fuel
filters, air cleaner with reusable (oil wetted ) element, spin-on full
flow lube oil filter and oil pressure gauge, removable lifting
bracket , flexible fuel lines, mounted output connection box , mounted
control box with charge rate ammeter , start/stop switch, exciter cir-
cuit breaker , (Manual reset ) pre-heat switch (manifold heater and glow
plugs) and remote control terminals .
YES NO
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GENERATOR (CONTD. )
An additional start/stop switch, preheat switch, and a run indicator
' liaht shall be located in the cab and on the pump panel .
YES NO
The generator shall be located above the pump. The aenerator shall be
connected to the main chassis fuel system with 1/4" diameter braided
teflon hose. The generator shall be wired to the chassis Cole Hersee
' switch with "0" gauge wire properly run in wire loom.
YES NO
' A remote control panel and circuit breaker panel shall be located in
the left side compartment to left of pump panel . The remote control
panel shall have a start/stop switch, preheat switch, and a run indi-
cator light.
' YES NO
The circuit breaker panel shall have a 100 amp two pole pushmatic
master manual reset breaker with eight (8) individual 20 amp pushmatic
manual reset circuit breakers. All circuit breakers shall be labeled
as to their function .
1 - YES NO
Four (4 ) NEMA L5-15 outlets shall be provided on the body. Two (2) on
the rear of the body and two (2) , one ( 1 ) each side, at the front of
the body . The two front outlets shall be on one circuit with one ( 1 )
20 amp breaker and the two (2 ) rear outlets shall be on another cir-
cuit with one ( 1 ) 20 amp breaker .
YES NO
' Two ( 2) circuits shall be wired to the 120 volt circuits of the aerial
with individual 20 amp breakers.
YES NO
Two ( 2) 120 volt Churchville 1 ,000 watt ouartz 'liahts with telescopic
poles, kwik raise, shall be installed , one ( 1 ) each side, on the front
of the fire pump enclosure. Each liaht shall include a separate on/off
switch and be controlled by a separate breaker on the circuit breaker
' panel .
YES NO
' Two (2) Hannay, manual rewind cable reels , each capable of storina
250' of 12/3 power cable with twist lock connectors (one reel black
cable/one reel yellow cable) , shall be installed in the enclosed rear
compartments, one ( 1 ) each side, and shall be wired to the generator .
Each reel shall have chrome plated cable rollers and Guides to permit
easy deployment of the cable to the sides of the apparatus . Suitable
guides shall be provided at the reel edaes to prevent the cable from
'
jumping off of the reel .
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER
BIDDER COMPLIES
INTENT OF AERIAL TOWER SPECIFICATIONS
The intent of these specifications is to describe a telescoping ele-
vating platform of the true ladder type. It shall consist of an 800
minimum pound payload platform , three steel ladder sections, a steel
turntable, torque box and outriggers. It is also the intent of the
purchaser to secure a fire service proven piece of apparatus which is
manufactured in the U.S.A. It is not the dintent of the purchaser to
deviate from this requirement. Therefore, platforms attached to
booms , whether solid or lattice, or articulating arms will not be con-
sidered as meeting these specifications or the intent of these speci-
fications.
YES NO
REFERENCES
To ensure the purchase of a fire service proven piece of equipment ,
each bidder shall provide at least twenty-five (25) in service
references in the U.S.A.
This list must be included with the proposal .
YES NO
AERIAL TOWER MOUNTING
The elevating platform turntable shall be rear mounted thus providing
the following operational benefits:
1 . Improved mobility vs. midship mounted units.
2. Greater positionability of the turntable for optimum reach at fire
around operations.
3. Increased compartmentation , hose load , water capacity on body
resulting from ladder being raised to clear cab.
YES NO
HEIGHT/REACH
The height of the unit shall be a minimum of 100 ' @75 dearees as
measured by NFPA 1901 requirements, Section 8-1 .2. 1 1979 edition which '
states. The nominal height of an elevating platform assembly shall be
measured by a plumb line from the top surface of the platform to the
around , with the platform raised to its position of maximum
elevation" . Bidder shall state the height of the unit as measured by
1901 . The top surface of the platform shall be defined as the top of
the platform handrails.
YES NO
The horizontal reach of the unit shall be a minimum of 92' . Horizon-
' tal reach shall be measured from the center line of the truck between
the chassis frame rails to the forward most edge of the platform
structure, at a right angle to the chassis .
YES NO
CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
The aerial tower shall have an ultimate design condition of 11 . 1
million inch pounds measured at the ladder base. The entire aerial
tower shall be designed with a true three to one (3: 1 ) structural
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CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS (CONTD. )
safety factor and a true one and one half to one ( 1 . 5: 1 ) stability
' factor based on a payload of 800 pounds. Each bidder shall provide
written certifications, signed by their chief engineer certifying that
the unit quoted meets this requirement as defined below.
' The safety factors shall be measured using the criteria published by
the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the American National Stan-
dards Institute and be tested and certified using modern strain
gauging procedures and dynamic loadings in the unsupported con-
figuration .
YES NO
' Specifically, the one and one half to one ( 1 . 5: 1 ) stability factor
shall be defined as follows:
' The apparatus shall not become unstable regardless of ladder position
with a platform loading of 1200 pounds. Stability with this platform
load shall be maintained through all ladder movements .
NOTE : Per the current ANSI definition of stability, the lifting of an
outrigger off the ground opposite the load does not necessarily
constitute instability .
YES NO
POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) 12 VOLT SWITCH
The apparatus shall be equipped with a power shift PTO driven by the
chassis transmission . A red indicator light shall be located in the
cab next to the PTO switch to show when the PTO is engaged . The PTO
' shall only engage with the transmission in neutral or drive if the
fire pump is engaged , to prevent unintentional operation of the
hydraulic system during driving periods. For the safety of personnel
and equipment, no exceptions shall be acceptable to this neutral
safety system. A master 12 volt switch shall be provided adjacent to
the PTO switch for control of all ladder 12 volt power, except
emergency pump circuit .
YES NO
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
' The hydraulic system shall be used to power all outrigger and ladder
functions with manual direct control stations provided for each
system. A piston pump shall be provided and bolted directly to the
PTO. The pump shall be capable of oil flows of 42 gpm at up to 2500
psi .
YES NO
A sufficient quantity hydraulic oil reservoir shall be provided to
supply the needs of the hydraulic system. A 2" gated suction line
shall be provided between the oil reservoir and hydraulic pump. Both
incoming and outgoing filtration shall be provided . Outgoing filtra-
tion shall be in the form of a pressure line filter installed ahead of
the hydraulic pump between the pump and entrance to any system com-
ponents. The filter shall have a nominal rating of 1 micron and an
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (CONTD. )
absolute rating of 10 microns. The filter shall have a bypass circuit
protected by a 50 psi check valve shall be installed around the
Pressure filter . A gauge showing clean , dirty and bypass shall be
provided . The filter shall be easily accessible for maintenance. The
pressure line filter is required even if a suction line filter is pro-
vided in the reservoir due to its inability to trap contaminates
entering the system. The incoming flow shall be filtered by means of
a return line filter installed on the lid of the reservoir. This
filter shall have a absolute rating of 10 microns. A filter condition
gauge shall be provided . The oil reservoir shall have a dip stick to
indicate hydraulic oil level . The tank fill shall be provided with a
strainer screen and vent cap. An air to oil hydraulic cooler shall be
installed in the hydraulic system to maintain proper hydraulic oil
temperatures for maximum efficiency.
YES NO
All steel tubing and rubber covered steel braided hydraulic hoses uti-
lized shall have a minimum brust pressure rating of 10,000 psi . Hoses
and tubing shall be property sized to minimize heat build up during
extended periods of operation or cause flow restrictions.
YES NO
A system relief valve as well as individual circuit relief valves
shall be provided to prevent damage to any function or circuit . All
hydraulic oil put into the system by the manufacturer shall be
filtered to three microns before being put into the system. The
entire system shall be cycle flushed through a remote three micron
flushing system prior to initial system start up.
YES NO
All hydraulic fittings used in the hydraulic system must be of the
reusable type in case of hose replacement . Hydraulic systems using
crimp type fittings will not be acceptable.
YES NO
EMERGENCY PUMPS
In the event of failure of the main hydraulic pump or vehicle engine,
the unit shall be equipped with an emergency hydraulic system. One
emergency hydraulic pump shall be parallel plumbed into the hydraulic
system and be electrically driven from the chassis batteries. The
emergency pump system shall be capable of limited functions of the
ladder and outriggers to stow the unit. The pumps shall be controlled
from both the right and left outriggers and turntable control stations
with spring loaded monentary contact switches. The emergency pumps
shall be protected from over heating with thermal circuit breakers.
Each main supply line attached directly to the hydraulic oil reser-
voir.
A shutoff valve for each line shall be provided . Suitable
check valves shall be incorporated on the pressure side of both pumps
to ensure that one will continue to operate the ladder in the event
the other fails.
YES NO
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ENGINE FAST IDLE ACTUATOR
The fast idle actuator shall be used to raise the enaine RPM to a pre-
111 set level for proper aerial operation . The fast idle switches shall
be located at the right outrigger control station , the turntable
control console and the platform control console. The fast idle
system shall include a pressure protection valve to prevent the
' disabling of the chassis air system in the event of actuator failure.
For the safety of personnel and equipment, the fast idle system shall
not activate unless the transission is in neutral or drive if the fire
pump is engaged . No exceptions shall be acceptable to this system.
' ENGINE START BUTTON YES NO
An enaine start button shall be provided at the turntable control con-
sole. A neutral safety wiring system shall be used to ensure the
circuit is broken whenever the vehicle transmission is in drive and
not in pump.
YES NO
TORQUE BOX
A torque box shall be provided to transfer all aerial loads and torque
into the four outriggers thus preventing the loads from being trans-
ferred to the chassis.
YES NO
OUTRIGGERS
Four double box beam type out and down outriggers shall be provided .
' The side to side spread of the outriggers shall be 18' from centerline
of the vertical jack cylinders. Exceptions noted .
Each jack cylinder shall have a 5" bore, a 3 3/4" rod and a 21"
stroke. The jack cylinders shall be equipped with integral (one the
cylinder ) holding valves which will hold the jack cylinder in either
the stowed position or the deployed position should a hydraulic line
' be severed at any point within the hydraulic system. The vertical
jack cylinder rods shall be fully enclosed by a telescopic inner steel
jack box to protect the cylinder rods against damage which may occur
' while on the fire ground . Outrigger cylinder rods that are exposed
thus susceptible to damage shall not be acceptable. Each vertical
jack box shall be equipped with a five position mechanical pin lock .
The extension of the horizontal outrigger beam shall be accomplished
' by a hydraulic cylinder which has a 3" bore, 2" rod and 60" stroke.
The horizontal outrigger beam shall be fabricated from 1/2" steel side
plates and 1" steel top and bottom plates. Exceptions noted .
YES NO
An electronic warning device ( 90 DBA minimum) shall be provided at
each outrigger to warn personnel that the outriggers are being
deployed . The alarms are to activate when the diverter switch is
placed in the outrigger position . Each alarm shall cease when its
' outrigger is in a load bearing configuration .
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
OUTRIGGER PADS
An automatically stowed and deployed floating steel outrigger pad
shall be provided on each outrigger. Four auxiliary outrigger pads
shall be provided for additional load distribution . Each pad shall be
fabricated of 6061-T6 high strength aluminum alloy. The pads shall be
3/8" x 24" x 24" and have a handle for easy use.
Each pad shall be stored in a sliding track on the underside of the
closest runningboard compartment to the outrigger . The four ( 4) auxi-
liary jack pads shall be constructed to allow the pads to be attached
to the floating pads by means of slide on channel design . This will
enable to attach the auxiliary pads before the outriggers are placed
on the ground .
YES NO
OUTRIGGER CONTROLS
Two illuminated outrigger control locations shall be provided on the
rear of the apparatus, one on each side. The controls shall be
located such that the operator can look around the rear of the appara-
tus and see the outrigger he is operating .
The right outrigger control station shall be equipped with a fast idle
switch, an emergency pump control button , and an override key. The
left outrigger control station shall have an emergency pump control
button .
There shall be an electric over hydraulic three position diverter
valve located at the center rear of the apparatus. This diverter
valve will allow for total operation of the aerial device from both
the turntable control station and outrigger control station , even if
total electrical failure occurs.
YES NO
OUTRIGGER LEVEL
A bubble type leveling device shall be provided at the rear of the
apparatus to assist ladder setup.
YES NO
OUTRIGGER LIGHT PACKAGE
Each outrigger shall be equipped with red flashing lights that are
visible from the side, front and rear of the vehicle. This shall con-
sist of a 6" minimum double faced light positioned on the inside sur-
face of the jack box and a 6" minimum light recessed into the
outrigger coverplate. Also, each outrigger shall be equipped with a
foot pad illumination light . The outrigger warning light system shall
be energized by the hydraulic pump PTO switch.
YES NO
OUTRIGGER/LADDER INTERLOCK SYSTEM
An interlock system shall be provided between the outriggers and
ladder that prevents the operation of the ladder until the operator
places all four outriggers in the load supporting configuration . Each
outrigger jack cylinder shall be equipped with a Pressure sensitive
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SPECIFICATIONS 100 AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
OUTRIGGER/LADDER INTERLOCK SYSTEM (CONTD. )
switch that closes only when the jack is firmly in contact with the
ground . Until all four switches close, electrical power shall not be
transmitted to the turntable ( hence preventing ladder operation ) . A
key controlled override switch shall be provided at the right
outrigger control station for emergency override of the interlock
system. A green indicator light shall be provided adjacent to each
set of outrigger control levers to indicate the position of the foot
pad , green firm ground contact. For ladder operation jacks must be
fully extended and down - no exception !
YES NO
TURNTABLE/TURNTABLE DECK
' The turntable shall be a fabricated steel weldment designed for the
rotation and elevation of the ladder sections and platform. The turn-
table shall utilize a 50 1/2" x 61" x 1" steel bearing plate. The
' bearing plate of the turntable as well as the matching pedestal top
plate shall be milled for the attachment of the bearing . A 1 1/2"
steel tubing structure shall be utilized to support the treadplate
' deck . The turntable treadplate deck shall be 94" x 106" and fabri-
cated of 1/8" polished aluminum diamondplate with a 1 1/2" downward
flange on the perimeter for added strength. Exception noted .
HYDRAULIC. ELECTRIC AND WATER SWIVEL YES NO
' Hydraulic power to the turntable hydraulic circuits shall be provided
through a three port, high pressure, hydraulic swivel permitting 360
degree continuous rotation of the turntable.
' Electric power to the turntable electric circuits shall be provided by
a collector ring assembly. Collector rings shall be used for electri-
cal ground , ladder control functions and a 110 volt system during 360
' degree continuous rotation of the turntable. A sufficient number of
collector rings shall be provided to power all specified platform
functions.
' YES NO
Water shall be transferred to the aerial waterway by means of a 5"
' water swivel permitting 360 degree continuous rotation .
YES NO
LADDER SECTION CONSTRUCTION
' The elevating platform shall consist of three ladder sections referred
to as the base section . mid section and fly sections. All welding
shall be done by welders that have been certified in accordance with
the American Welding Standards specifications #D1 . 1-84 . Each ladder
section shall be constructed in an assembly fixture to ensure unifor-
mity and interchangeability. All ladder section rungs shall be welded
' to each side rail and utilize k-bracing for minimizing side deflection
of the ladder. All rungs shall be 1 1/2" in diameter , spaced at 16"
centers and be covered with deeply serrated replaceable rubber sheaths
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SPECI ICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
LADDER SECTION CONSTRUCTION (CONTD. ) 1
held in place with contact cement and metal clips for ease of replace-
ment. In addition to these minimum requirements, the base ladder sec-
tion shall include the following to ensure maximum strength and
resistance to twisting .
Base Section
To maximize the rigidity of the base section and to form a box truss.
1" square tubing shall run parallel below each base section rung and
be flush with the bottom of the side rails forming a space in between
of 6" . Also, two k-braces shall be positioned side by side in a ver-
tical position between the 1" square tubing and the bottom of the
rung . This shall be done a minimum of every third rung on the base
section . Note exception .
Mid Section
The mid section shall be designed with sufficient internal clearances
to house the extension cylinders. This shall allow the extention
cylinder rods to be 100% enclosed and protected at all times.
Fly Section
The fly section shall be designed specifically for the purpose of sup-
porting
the platform.
To allow for safe ladder climbing and the passing of personnel during
firefighting and rescue operations, the ladder sections shall have the
following minimum dimensions. All bidders shall state in the space
'provided below their dimensions on the unit proposed . Dimensions pro-
posed must equal or exceed those specified .
YES NO 1
Side Rail Dimensions Side Rail Thickness Handrail
L x W x H Wall Inside Outside Height Width
Base Section 426" x 3" x 16" 3/16" 1/8" 35" 37"
Bidder
Mid Section 396" x 5" x 9" 3/16" 1/8" 29" 30"
Bidder
Flv Section 425" x 2" x 4" 3/16" 3/16" 24" 24"
Bidder
Note exceptions .
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II Fly Section
Bearing Surfaces Between Sections
I in Square Inches Per Foot
Section
Overlaps Top Bottom
II Base to Mid Section 104" 24 square inches 24 square inches
Bidder
Mid to Fly Section 80" 24 square inches 24 square inches
IBidder
YES NO
I Note exceptions.
AERIAL TOWER TRAVEL SUPPORT
I A steel structure shall be provided to support the ladder in the travel
position . The ladder rest shall be bolted to the chassis frame as close
to the front axle as design will allow. Stainless steel scuff plates
1 shall be attached to the ladder base section to protect the paint when the
unit is in the stowed position .
YES NO
LADDER INTERLOCK SYSTEM
IA limit switch at the cradle shall be provided to prevent operation of
the outriggers once the aerial has been elevated from the nested posi-
II tion . For the safety of personnel and equipment - no exceptions
shall be acceptable to this interlock system.
YES NO
., ELEVATION SYSTEM
Two double acting lift cylinders shall be attached between the turn-
table and the base section near the midpoint of the base section thus
.' creating a better lifting geometry resulting in lower hydraulic
operating pressures and improved load distribution on the base ladder
section . The lift cylinder rods shall be attached to the base section
I with self aligning swivel bearings which prevent side loading on the
lift cylinders resulting in longer cylinder seal life. They shall
provide smooth precise elevation from 5 degrees below horizontal to BO
degrees above horizontal . Sufficient size and length to provide the
.' necessary lift ladder operation .
The lift cylinders shall be equipped with integral (on the cylinder )
'' holding valves which prevent the boom from lowering should a hydraulic
line be ruptured at any point within the hydraulic system. Note
exceptions
I YES NO
EXTENSION/RETRACTION SYSTEM
A system of hydraulic cylinders and cables shall provide full power
I operation of the extension and retraction modes. The extension
cylinders shall be used to extend and retract the mid section . A dual
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER R
BIDDE COMPLIES
EXTENSION/RETRACTION SYSTEM (CONTD. )
cable system shall be used to extend and retract the fly section . The
extension/retraction cylinders shall have a 3 1/2" internal bore . 2
1/2" rod and a stroke of approximately 28 feet. Both cylinders shall
be equipped with two intearal holding valves to protect both extension
and retraction movement during water tower operations or in the event
of a severed hydraulic line. Also, the cylinder barrels containing
the hydraulic fluid must be anchored in the base section to keep the
transfer of weight at full extension to a minimum. To keep main-
tenance at a minimum, both cylinders shall be completely enclosed and
protected inside the mid section side rail beams. This will ensure
that the cylinder rods will never be exposed to the elements even at
full extension . To minimize down time both cylinders shall be easily
removable from the rear of the vehicle by unbolting and sliding out.
Both cylinders shall be completely independent of the cable extension
retraction system for the fly section . Thus eliminating the need to
disturb the cable system should cylinder maintenance be required .
The dual cable system shall utilize two 1/2" extensions and two 3/9"
retraction cables routed via two pulley sets located on the forward
and rear ends of the mid section from the front end of the base sec-
tion to the rear end of the fly section .
A factor of safety based on breaking strength of the cables of seven
to one ( 7: 1 ) shall be provided . Note exceptions.
YES NO
LADDER SLIDE MECHANISM
Oil impregnated nylon slide pads shall be used between the telescoping
ladder sections. The slide pads are required because of greater sur-
face area for load transfer between the telescopic sections. Slide
Dads shall also be used to control side play between the ladder sec-
tions. Rollers shall not be acceptable due to the fact that they only
transfer loads on the tangent point of the roller that contact the
tract channel .
YES NO
ROTATION SYSTEM ,
A minimum 38" internal tooth monorace bearing shall be provided for
smooth 360 degree continuous rotation and sufficient strength. The
upper inside half of the bearing shall be bolted to the open base sup-
port plate with 36 7/8" diameter oracle 8 bolts. Units that weld the
bearing to their mounting plates shall not be acceptable due to the
tremendous cost and down time involved in replacing a damaged or
defective bearing .
A planetary drive speed reduction gear box powered by a hydraulic
motor shall provide precision rotation control throughout 360 degrees
of rotation . An automatic spring applied hydraulically released disc
type brake shall be incorporated into the gear box to provide positive
braking and holding the turntable/ ladder against reactionary forces
such as water and gravity. Note exception .
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS TOWER 144 AERIAL OWE BIDDER COMPLIES
' PLATFORM CONSTRUCTION
The platform framework shall be constructed from extruded square alu-
minum tubing to keep the platform as light yet as strong as possible.
The platform shall be 3' x 5 ' ( 15 square feet ) inside the guard rails.
An additional 8" reinforced step shall be provided outside the guard
rails on the front and along the two sides of the platform. A guard
rail with a minimum height of 42" shall be provided around the entire
platform constructed so that no opening greater than 24" square exists
below the top rail . Additionally, a 4" kick plate shall extend con-
tinuously around the base of the platform. The floor of the platform
shall be constructed of extruded aluminum I-beam grating to allow
water drainage.
' Three access gates must be provided for entry into the platform. Two
shall be provided at the front corners of the platform and shall not
interrupt the top safety rail . These gates which swing out and back
' shall include strong safety latches and shall have a minimum of 3" for
finger clearance between the top of the gate and top rail of the plat-
form. The main entrance between the ladder and platform shall be
' located at the rear. This area is protected with a rigid rectangular
gravity gate. Collapsible gates are not acceptable due to the danger
of hand injury . Continuous ladder contact between the platform and
ladder shall be maintained by attaching a sliding auxiliary ladder
' section to the platform that will follow the platform as it moves away
from the ladder during use.
Handrails must be provided between the ladder fly section and the
platform that automatically position themselves for maximum protection
for transfer to or from the platform no matter what the ladder angle
of elevation .
' PLATFORM LEVELING SYSTEM YES NO
' A platform leveling system shall be provided and so designed that the
platform together with its rated payload can be supported and main-
tained level in relation to the turntable regardless of the elevation
' of the ladder.
The leveling of the platform shall be accomplished by the following
two systems working together:
1 . Master/Slave Cylinders - A dual master/slave hydraulic cylinder
system shall be provided with each side capable of maintaining
the platform level . Two master cylinders shall be mounted
between the turntable and base ladder section and two slave
cylinders shall be mounted between the fly ladder section and the
' platform. As the ladder is raised or lowered , hydraulic fluid
shall be transferred between the master and slave cylinders thus
maintaining the platform level . The slave cylinders shall be
mounted outside of the platform for maximum platform space
' utilization and safety for personnel from moving cylinders.
Holding valves shall be provided on the slave cylinders to
prevent the platform from tipping should any hydraulic leveling
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SPECIFICATIONS ICA IONS 100 AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
PLATFORM LEVELING SYSTEM (CONTD. )
line be severed . Steel tubing and heat resistant flexible
hydraulic lines shall be provided between the master and slave
cylinders. Note exceptions.
2. Auto Leveling - An automatic pendulum level sensing device
located in the platform shall also be provided to further ensure
the platform is maintained level should any of the following
conditions occur.
- Oil contraction caused by abrupt temperature changes.
- Leak down of the system during prolonged inactivity of the
unit.
Provisions for manually adjusting the level of the platform shall be
provided on the turntable console in the unlikely event of an auto
leveling system failure. This provision shall be in the form of a key
activated switch for instantaneous use.
YES NO
PLATFORM 110 VOLT SYSTEM
Two 20 amp electrical circuits utilizing 12 gauge five strand electri-
cal cable shall be provided to the platform. Circuits shall be wired
from the platform to the turntable through the collector ring assembly
and to the circuit breaker box described in the body portion of the
specifications.
Four 110 volt weather proof outlets. Hubbel #7310, with female three
prong , twist lock type, environmental covers shall be furnished , two
on each side of the platform.
NOTE: For electrical source connections to the platform 110 volt
system, see Body Electrical Specifications.
YES NO
PLATFORM/LADDER LIGHT PACKAGE
Two spotlights shall be mounted at the rear of the base ladder sec- '
tion , one on each handrail . Collins Brand .
One spotlight and one floodlight shall be mounted on the front of the
platform. To be controlled at turntable console. Collins brand .
All four lights shall be 12 volt , b" diameter, with on/off switches on
each light. The lights shall be mounted below handrail height , so as
not to increase the overall height of the vehicle.
YES NO ,
Step lights shall be installed in the area of the turntable, base of
ladder and in platform basket.
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
IPLATFORM COVERING (SIDE)
The front and sides and bottom of the platform shall be covered with
ridigized patterned stainless steel sheeting .
I YES NO
CONTROL STATIONS
I There shall be two control stations; one shall be known as the plat-
form control station and the other shall be known as the turntable
control station . All elevation . extension and rotation operational
I controls shall operate from both of these positions. These controls
shall be arranged to permit the operator to regulate the speed of
these operations within the safe limits as determined by the manufac-
turer . The control devices shall be Grouped in an identical manner at
' both stations for similarity of operation . Load instruction plates
shall be located at both control stations to show the recommended safe
load of the platform. The control devices shall be clearly marked and
I suitably lighted . The controls shall be so designed to allow the
turntable control station to override the platform controls even if
the ladder is being operated by the platform controls.
I YES NO
TURNTABLE CONTROL STATION
I The turntable control station shall be located on the turntable such
that the operator can easily observe the platform while operating the
controls. The lower oart of the console shall be angled away from
I the operator to provide as much foot room as possible for the opera-
tor. The console shall be illuminated for night operation .
I The following items shall be clearly marked :
- Three manual direct ladder/platform control levers positive neutral
lock .
II - A chrome ring shall be installed around the platform control levers
per fire department specification . This ring will be used by the
I operator to support his hands to assist in smoothness of aerial
operation .
- Master electrical power switch with emergency shutdown capabilities.
' - In the event of total electrical failure, the operator can pin the
diverter valve to the ladder or outrigger position for continuous
11 uninterrupted operation from both the turntable or outrigger posi-
tions.
I - Each control will have a neutral positive lock to prevent accidental
movement.
- Rung alignment indicator light for ladder climbing operations.
I - Cradle alignment indicator light .
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SPECIFICATIONS 0 TOWER '
1. 0 AERIAL OWER BIDDER COMPLIES
TURNTABLE CONTROL STATION (CONTD. )
- Engine fast idle control switch.
- Emergency pump power switch . '
- Keyed platform leveling switch.
- 6.000 psi hydraulic oil pressure gauge ( liquid filled ) .
- Intercom controls (see Communication System) .
- Engine start button .
- Pendulum type angle indicator on base section near console.
- Hinge aluminum treadplate console cover over controls.
- Full extension lighted audible alarm shall be installed indicating
full extension within 5 feet.
YES NO
PLATFORM CONTROL CONSOLE
The platform control console shall be located at the left of the
platform to provide maximum room on the platform. The following_
controls shall be located on the illuminated console.
- Extend/Retract Control Lever
- Elevation Control Lever
- Left/Right Control Lever
- Cradle Alignment Indicator Light
Fast Idle Control Switch
- Rung Alignment Indicator
- Panel Light/Power Switch ,
- Red Vinyl Protective Cover
- Neutral Positive Lock
- Monitor control mounted in front of platform
- Full extension alarm
- Aerial master electrical power switch with emergency shut down
- 5,000 psi hydraulic oil pressure gauge
- A chrome ring
Additionally, a pendulum type boom angle indicator and a load chart
shall be provided .
YES NO
COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (THREE WAY )
A three-way communication system shall be installed between the pump '
panel , the platform, and the rear control console of the water tower .
The communication control box , which includes "Talk" and "Listen"
volume controls and a "Push to Talk" button , shall be located at the
pump panel . A sub-master control box with listen volume and push to
talk button shall be provided at the rear control console. A
"hands-off " speaker, not requiring operator attention , shall be
located at the tip of the fly section .
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS 100" AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
' BREATHING AIR SYSTEM
A breathing air system shall be furnished which shall include two 277
111 cubic foot air cylinders, mounted on the ladder base section in
accordance with federal DOT practices. Two pressure regulators with
pressure gauges, one mounted on the air tanks at the base section
console and one mounted in the platform near the outlet manifold air
filter and a two outlet manifold in the platform to accommodate quick
disconnect fittings shall be provided . A fifty ( 50) foot refill
hose shall be provided as loose equipment with this system for
' recharging the air cylinders. The breathing air system shall be
"prepiped" from the turntable to the platform and to the turntable
operator' s control station . Two separate air cylinders allow the
second cylinder to be opened when and if the first cylinder is fully
' discharged . Air from the cylinders shall be routed through the lower
regulator to be reduced from cylinder pressure to airline pressure
and then travels up and through the ladder tower sections. At the
' platform. the air is passed through a filter and then through the upper
regulator to be further reduced from line pressure to air mask pressure.
Three quick disconnects shall be located in the platform.
YES NO
ELECTRIC AIR AND HYDRAULIC ROUTING SYSTEM
All lines to the platform shall be totally enclosed and protected from
the turntable to the platform. All lines shall be routed through the
base section side rails and then through flexible aluminum conduits
' that travel under and over the mid section and end at the base of the
fly section .
All lines shall then pass through the fly section side rails to the
platform. This system is required to reduce the maintenance problems
associated with slip tubes and sheave wheels. Units that route the
lines through slip tubes or over sheave wheels shall not be accep-
table.
YES NO
AERIAL TOWER WATER SYSTEM
The aerial waterway shall be capable of being supplied by both a
midship mounted pump and an external water source with the intake on
the rear of the apparatus.
' Five inch piping shall be provided from the rear inlet to below the
turntable. A relief valve present at 175 psi shall be located beneath
the turntable to protect the water system from excessive pressures .
A 5" tee shall join the pump discharge line and the rear inlet line.
' A 5" water swivel shall be located in the riser pipe from the tee per-
mitting 360 degree continuous rotation of the ladder. All water
system piping through the turntable shall be 5" diameter.
A 5" dual swivel piped waterway with a non-rigid wire braid flexible
hose connection between the waterway and the piping permitting water
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
AERIAL TOWER WATER SYSTEM (CONTD. ) ,
tower operations from -5 degrees to +80 degrees shall be supplied . An
aluminum telescopic waterway shall be mounted beneath the center of
the aerial ladder. The waterway shall have a 5" base section tube.
four and one-half inch mid section tube and four inch fly section
tube.
YES NO
PLATFORM WATER SYSTEM
A 4" water swivel located under the platform shall connect the fly
water pipe to the platform water system. Dual 4" piping shall be pro-
vided to the deck gun . A wheel operated 4" butterfly valve shall be
provided beneath the specified deck gun enabling the deck aun to be
shutdown for use of the preconnects.
A shower nozzle located beneath the platform with direct linkaoe
control from inside the platform shall be provided for heat protection
for platform personnel .
Additional platform piping shall be provided as follows:
- Gated 2 1/2" preconnect with cap and chain .
- Gated 2 1/2" preconnected with cap and chain . '
- Gated 1 1/2" preconnect with cap and chain .
- 100 GPM shower nozzle below floor in center. Nozzle shall develop
a 30 ' diameter fop curtain .
YES NO
NOZZLE AND CONTROLS
An electro/hydraulic or electric controlled monitor nozzle shall be
provided . The monitor nozzle shall be controlled at both the ladder '
tip and the lower platform control console. Three individual control
switches shall be provided at both stations for elevation , rotation ,
and stream pattern control . The nozzle shall permit operation from as
far below horizontal as design permits to 45 degrees above the ladder .
The nozzle shall be capable of rotating 90 degrees either side of
center. Stream patterns shall be from straight stream to full fog .
The nozzle shall be a Task-Force, model MTFT-H or MTFT-ER. If
hydraulic . the two hydraulic lines to the nozzle shall be equipped
with quick-connect fittings to permit quick removal and installation .
YES NO
A 4 .00" butterfly valve shall be provided to enable the monitor to
be shut down for use of the preconnects.
YES NO
LADDER/PLATFORM CAPACITIES
The following ladder/platform load capacities shall be established
with the truck level , the outriggers fully extended and lowered to
relieve the chassis weight from the axles. Capacities are based upon
full extension and 360 degrees rotation .
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SPECIFICATIONS 100 ' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
IILADDER/PLATFORM CAPACITIES (CONTD. )
LADDER/PLATFORM CAPACITIES IN POUNDS
1 Anole of Elevation
-5 to 20 20 to 30 30 to 40 40 to 50 50 to 60 60 to 80
ISECTION
Base 200 200 400 400 600 800
1 Mid --- 200 400 400 400 600
Fly --- 200 200 400 400 600
IPlatform 800 800 800 800 800 800
I Note exception .
YES NO
WATER TOWER OPERATION
IThe following capacities shall be based upon continuous 360 degree
rotation and up to full extension .
I The ladder/platform and water system shall be designed to permit the
following flows:
I - 1000 GPM 90 degree to ladder centerline either side.
- 1000 GPM parallel to ladder centerline and as far below horizontal
as nozzle design allows.
I - 1000 GPM above ladder centerline as far as deck gun design allows.
ILADDER/PLATFORM CAPACITIES IN WATER TOWER OPERATION
Elevation in Degrees "
I -S to 20 20 to 40 40 to 60 60 to 80
SECTION
IIBase --- 200 400 800
Mid --- 200 200 400
IFly --- 200 200 400
IPlatform 400 400 400 600
OPERATION ON GRADES
I The aerial unit can be operated in any plane up to three and one-half
degrees out of level at full capacities . Operation beyond this limit
shall be at operator' s discretion .
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES 'I
AERIAL PAINTING
The turntable and individual aerial ladder section weldments shall be
sandblasted before painting to ensure removal of any surface imperfec-
tions . All surfaces to be painted shall be thoroughly cleaned in pre-
paration for painting . Primer used shall be Dupont 8-25 epoxy base
Corlar for maximum resistance to rust . After prime. the turntable and
individual ladder sections shall be painted Dupont Imron (817U) before
assembly to ensure thorough paint coverage to the overlap sections.
All hydraulic hoses, wiring and non-ferrous materials shall be free of
paint and installed after paint . The outrigger beams shall be painted
silver enamel . Note exceptions .
YES NO
LETTERING ON AERIAL DEVICE
Lettering done in a red with black outline enamel paint, approximately
8" high shall be provided on each side of the boom.
CHANHASSEN FIRE DEPARTMENT
YES NO
Genuine gold leaf lettering , approximately 3" high shall be provided . '
All gold leaf shall be burled , outlined and clear coated with two
applications of clear coating .
YES NO
STRIPING
Genuine gold leaf striping shall be provided . Lettering shall be pro-
vided on each front corner of the cab, over each wheel opening , along
the top and bottom of the body , both sides, and shall be accented with
a pin stripe. The amount of gold leaf may vary depending on color
scheme, areas of chrome and polish aluminum treadplate. This will be
discussed with the fire department .
YES NO
Option $ additional gold leaf outlining each compart-
ment door with pin striping .
YES NO '
Lettering on side of truck , front doors - left and right side .
CHANHASSEN
FIRE DEPT .
15
Rear doors - left and right side.
AERIAL
TOWER
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LADDER RUST PROOFING
All internal surfaces of the ladder exposed to the atmosphere. i .e. ,
inside base, mid and fly section side rails shall be undercoated prior
to ladder assembly using Pennzoil Petrotect Amber SS or equal to pre-
vent internal corrosion . Exception noted .
YES NO
MANUFACTURERS PROOF LOAD TEST PRIOR TO DELIVERY
To ensure structural integrity and increased service life, a proof
load test as described below shall be conducted on the aerial device
prior to delivery of the finished unit. This test is necessary to
verify the ladder' s ability to withstand the weight, ice and wind
loads specified . Also, the test shall serve to reduce the effects of
' long term fatigue on the structure. First, the ladder shall be placed
at zero degrees off the rear of the vehicle at full extension , and the
distance from the platform to the ground shall be verified . With the
ladder at zero degrees off the rear of the vehicle. a load repre-
senting 68% of the ultimate design condition shall be suspended from
the base section , mid section , and platform. The exact loading points
shall be measured in inches from the pivot pin of the base section ,
they are 150, 430, and 1087. 5 inches. The amount of load at each sta-
tion shall be based on the square inch surface area of each ladder
section . Since the ultimate design condition has been established at
11 . 1 million inch pounds, the proof load must create a force of 7.6
' million inch pounds to equal a 68% overall loading . Using the ratio
of square surface area to divide a load that would generate 7.6
million inch pounds at the base the following minimum per station
loads are established .
Station #1 - Base Section - 1767 pounds
Station #2 - Mid Section - 1468 pounds
Station #3 - Fly Section - 1442 pounds
iThe weight shall be applied with the ladder totally unsupported for a
period of not less than five minutes. Prior to the removal of the
weight, the deflection shall be noted and not be more than 24" . The
weight shall be removed and the ladder recalled through a complete
retraction and re-extension sequence. The ladder shall then be
inspected and measured . Evidence of damage or permanent bending shall
' mean immediate rejection of the entire apparatus .
YES NO
DELIVERY ENGINEER
The completed apparatus shall be delivered under its own power by a
factory delivery engineer. The delivery engineer shall train the fire
department personnel on the proper use and maintenance of the entire
apparatus for a minimum of three days.
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES I
AERIAL TOWER MANUALS
The manufacturer shall provide the following manuals pertaining to the
aerial platform device:
- Two operators manuals I
- Two parts manuals
YES NO
SPECIAL TOOLS
A steel tool box shall be provided with the following special tools '
for retorquing of specified bolts as recommended by the aerial
manufacturer.
- Torque wrench
- 4: 1 multiplier
- Extensions, adaptors and sockets as required
YES NO
AERIAL APPARATUS CERTIFICATIONS
The aerial device shall be tested in compliance with the National Fire
Protection Association ' s Standard #1904 ( 1975) . Ongoing structural
testing during construction shall also be done. The following tests
shall be conducted :
- Non-destructive testing methods shall be incorporated into the
inspection to detect defects and improperly secured parts.
1 . Magnetic particle inspection shall be conducted to assure the
integrity of the weldments and also detect any flaws or
weaknesses.
2. Ultrasonic inspection shall be used to detect any flaws in
pins, bolts and other critical mounting components.
- Functional tests, load tests, stability tests and visual structural
examination shall be performed . These tests shall determine
any unusual deflection , vibration or instability characteristic of
the unit.
Upon completion of the preceding inspections, the independent testing
company shall issue a Certificate of Inspection indicating that all
specified standards have been satisfied . Aerial manufacturers not
utilizing third party, independent testing companies shall not be
acceptable.
YES NO
TESTS
The manufacturer of the aerial device is required to provide a written
statement signed by the Chief Engineer certifying the aerial ' s ability
to perform the following tests:
These tests shall be performed upon delivery of the apparatus to the
customer . The unit shall be properly positioned on its outriggers for
all the tests to be performed . 11-47-
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SPECIFICATIONS 100 ' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES
TESTS (CONTD. )
1 . 1 - 1/2: 1 DYNAMIC STABILITY AND LIFT TEST - A test of the
apparatus shall be performed that the platform and ladder sections
are so designed and powered to support a load representing 150%
of the manufacturer ' s rated payload capacity at maximum
horizontal reach. Since this is a dynamic test, the load must be
raised , lowered and rotated without evidence of instability.
Specifically, 1200 pounds with the ladder fully extended at zero
degrees will be rotated 360 degrees and then moved through all
motions.
YES NO
2. A test of the apparatus shall be performed to raise the platform
from a bedded position extended to full height and rotated through
' a 90 degree turn smoothly and without undue vibration in not over
150 seconds.
YES NO
' 3. WATER TOWER TEST #1 - A test of the apparatus shall be performed
to test its ability to discharge 1000 gallons per minute parallel
' to the ladder with the unit at full extension and zero degree
elevation and through a 360 degree rotation . The unit shall be
capacity of performing this test with a payload of 400 pounds in
the platform.
' YES NO
4 . WATER TOWER TEST #2 - A test of the apparatus shall be performed
' to test the ability to discharge 1000 gallons per minute, 90
degrees to the ladder with the ladder at full extension . zero
degree elevation and through 360 degrees of rotation . The unit
shall be capable of performing this test with a payload of 400
' pounds in the platform.
YES NO
5. WATER TEST #3 - A test of the apparatus shall be performed to test
the ability to discharge 1000 GPM above the ladder centerline and
as many degrees above 0 degrees as the deck gun design allows.
' This test shall also be performed with the ladder fully extended
at 9 degree elevation and through 360 degrees with a platform
payload of 400 pounds.
YES NO
' 6. MAXIMUM STRUCTURAL STABILITY TEST - A test shall be performed to
determine the maximum stability of the fully loaded apparatus with
' the ladder fully extended and at 9 degree elevation off the rear
of the apparatus . A load of approximately 2000-2400 pounds shall
be placed in the platform depending on completed weight of the
' vehicle. The actual point at which instability occurs ( raising of
the two front outriggers) shall be documented and included in the
load charts.
YES NO
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SPECIFICATIONS 100' AERIAL TOWER BIDDER COMPLIES 1
TESTS (CONTD. )
7 . The manufacturer shall guarantee in writing that the wind and ice
load conditions stated on page two shall be met with the proper
information included on the load chart.
YES NO
The unit shall then be returned to its nested position , after which a
thorough inspection shall be made of all moving parts with special
attention given to the turntable, ladder sections, platform and
platform leveling system.
Bidders must state their ability to comply with all of the above
tests. Failure to do so shall be grounds for rejection of their bid .
YES NO
INSPECTION TRIPS
Two (2) inspection trips for four ( 4) City personnel shall be made to
the facility where construction of the apparatus is to be completed .
The first shall be made upon preliminary assembly of the entire
apparatus prior to finish painting and the second shall be made upon
final completion of the finished apparatus, during apparatus cer-
tification testing , and prior to delivery. All travel , air fare,
meal , and lodging expenses shall be the responsibility of the success-
ful bidder.
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IF
CITY Of 1
F CHANHASSEN
FIRE EQUIPMENT BID FORM
AERIAL PLATFORM
1 . Total bid orice of 100 foot aerial platform truck
2. Alternate Additions
Cab shall have a tilt feature, either half cab or
full tilt for enaine service.
3. Equipment Prices - List the cost of each item included in the
' specification . These items may be deleted or increased in
quantity at the time of bid award or within 30 days of bid award .
The total cost of these items required should be included in the
total bid price. If the number of items is increased by the City.
' the price listed for each will be added to the total bid price.
A. Nylon Rope - Two 100-foot lengths at 0.625-inch
' in diameter: $ each
Total
' B. One H.K. Porter model #0290 FCX bolt cutter: each
C. One 25-foot roll of 6-inch soft suction with
' 6-inch NST thread : each
D. Three hydrant wrenches in brackets one in each each
bracket: Total
E. Six spanner wrenches in brackets with two in
each bracket. (May be common bracket with #D) : each
' Total
F. One gated wve (2. 5 to two 1 . 5) - one double male
adaptor (2. 5-inch) - one double female adaptor
' (2. 5-inch) mounted in brackets: each
Total
' G. Four Mao Lights handliahts in brackets,
mounted per fire department location : each
Total
' H. Two portable hand re-wind reels each containing
200-feet of 12-3 stranded electric cable. one
in each compartment: each
Total
I . Two Churchville 500 watt. portable electric
' floodlights - One in each compartment: each
Total
J . Two Supervac exhaust fans, model #P200S-PP, with
' handers and door bars. One in each compartment: each
Total
K . One Supervac exhaust Fan , model GP 182: each
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L. Three is
p khead type fire axes with fiberglass
handles mounted in chrome plated brackets, one
on each side of apparatus in compartment , and
one mounted in platform: each II
Total
M. Two flathead type axes with fiberglass handles
mounted in chrome plated brackets in compartment,
one on each of apparatus: each
Total II
N. Three Paratech 36-inch chrome plated Hooligan
bars, with one mounted in compartment on each
side of apparatus in brackets, and one mounted
in aerial platform in brackets: each
Total
0. Three 42-inch pike poles with "D" fiberglass
handles, one mounted on each side of the
apparatus, and one in aerial platform. All in II brackets: each
Total
P. Three Task Force Tips brand automatic fire
nozzles model HTFT-VPG 1 . 5-inch NST thread : each
Total
0. Three Task Force Tip brand automatic 2 1/2-
inch NST thread : Model HTFT 2 Blitz each
Total II
R. One 20-pound ABC type fire extinguisher
mounted in bracket in compartment on right
side of apparatus: each II
S. Two Hose Bridges, to be used with 5-inch diameter
hose: each II
Total
T. MSA 30-minute ultraliaht type self contained
breathing apparatus ( SCBA) to be mounted in
fire department choice of mounting brackets
in the cab. List price for each, and for a
total of 5: each '
Total
U. Fire Hose:
1 . 5-inch Hose: to be supplied in 100-foot
legnths, with 5-inch quarter turn stortz
couplings. The hose shall be of synthetic
construction , and shall be in any color
other than red . List price for each section ,
and for a total of 1 .000 feet . each
Total 11
V. Five MSA quick disconnect, masks and
regulator set up. each II
Total
2
11 W. One 6" NST to 5" Stortz Adapter each
' 4. Factory Location - state location of the proposed
manufacturer (must be in the United States)
' Chassis
Aerial Platform
Ladder
Body
' 5. Delivery Date (must be within 360 days of order)
' 6. Third Party Engineering firm suggested to meet
requirement:
' 7. Independent testing company to be used to meet
requirement:
8. Five reference cities in the upper midwest that
' have received delivery of similar apparatus
and the date of delivery.
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