Specifications

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SINGLE SOURCE MANUFACTURER Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
Bids shall only be accepted from a single source apparatus manufacturer. The definition of single
source is a manufacturer that designs and manufactures their products using an integrated approach,
including the chassis, cab weldment, cab, pumphouse (including the sheetmetal enclosure, valve
controls, piping and operator’s panel) and body being designed, fabricated and assembled on the
bidder's premises. The electrical system (hardwire or multiplex) shall be both designed and integrated
by the same apparatus manufacturer. The warranties relative to these major components (excluding
component warranties such as engine, transmission, axles, pump, etc.) must be from a single source
manufacturer and not split between manufacturers (i.e. body, pumphouse, cab weldment and
chassis). The bidder shall provide evidence that they comply with this requirement.
INFORMATION REQUIRED Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
The manufacturer shall supply at time of delivery, complete operation and maintenance manuals
covering the completed apparatus as delivered. A permanent plate shall be mounted in the driver's
compartment which specifies the quantity and type of fluids required including engine oil, engine
coolant, transmission, pump transmission lubrication, pump primer and drive axle.
SAFETY VIDEO Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
Documentation provided at the time of delivery shall also include an apparatus safety video, in DVD
format. This video shall address key safety considerations for personnel to follow when they are
driving, operating, and maintaining the apparatus. Safety procedures for the following shall be
included: vehicle pre trip inspection, chassis operation, pump operation, and maintenance.
PERFORMANCE TESTS AND REQUIREMENTS Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
A road test shall be conducted with the apparatus fully loaded and a continuous run of ten (10) miles
or more 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. Vehicle shall
adhere to the following parameters:
A) The apparatus, when fully equipped and loaded, shall have not less than 25 percent nor more than
50 percent of the weight on the front axle, and not less than 50 percent nor more than 75 percent on
the rear axle.
B) The apparatus shall be capable of accelerating to 35 mph from a standing start within 25 seconds
on a level concrete highway without exceeding the maximum governed rpm of the engine.
C) The service brakes shall be capable of stopping a fully loaded vehicle in 35 feet at 20 mph on a
level concrete highway. The air brake system shall conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) 121.
D) The apparatus, fully loaded, shall be capable of obtaining a speed of 50 mph on a level concrete
highway with the engine not exceeding its governed rpm (full load).
FAILURE TO MEET TEST Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
In the event the apparatus fails to meet the test requirements of these specifications on the first trial,
second trials may be made at the option of the bidder within 30 days of the date of the first trial. Such
trials shall be final and conclusive and failure to comply with these requirements shall be cause for
rejection. Failure to comply with changes 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 rejection of the
apparatus. Permission to keep or store the apparatus in any building owned or occupied by the
purchaser or its use by the purchaser during the above-specified period with the permission of the
bidder shall not constitute acceptance.
VEHICLE STABILITY Bidder Complies: Yes ( ) No ( )
The stability of the vehicle shall be demonstrated by performing like product testing on tilt table
testing. Vehicle shall be able to withstand up to 27 degrees, fully loaded before tires lift. Test