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Written proposals, five (5) will be received at the City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division, 215
North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. Proposals will be received before
2:30 p.m. (our clock), March 9, 2005. Proposal No. P-978. If delivered, they are to be sent to
215 North Mason Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. If mailed, the address is P.O.
Box 580, Fort Collins, 80522-0580.
Questions concerning the scope of the project should be directed to Project Manager Glenn Levy,
PFA, (970) 416-2861.
Questions regarding proposals submittal or process should be directed to Jim Hume, CPPO, Senior
Buyer (970) 221-6776.
A copy of the Proposal may be obtained as follows:
1. Download the Proposal/Bid from the BuySpeed Webpage,
https://secure2.fcgov.com/bso/login.jsp.
2. Come by Purchasing at 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, and request a
copy of the Bid.
Sales Prohibited/Conflict of Interest: No officer, employee, or member of City Council, shall have a
financial interest in the sale to the City of any real or personal property, equipment, material,
supplies or services where such officer or employee exercises directly or indirectly any decision-
making authority concerning such sale or any supervisory authority over the services to be
rendered. This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. Soliciting or accepting any gift,
gratuity favor, entertainment, kickback or any items of monetary value from any person who has or
is seeking to do business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited.
Collusive or sham proposals: Any proposal deemed to be collusive or a sham proposal will be
rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this proposal assures
that such proposal is genuine and is not a collusive or sham proposal.
The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any
irregularities or informalities.
Sincerely,
James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP
Director of Purchasing & Risk Management
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City of Fort Collins
Proposal No. P- 978
FIRE ENGINES - PFA
Section 1.0 Proposal Requirements
1.1 General Description
The City of Fort Collins, on behalf of Poudre Fire Authority (PFA), is soliciting proposals for two
fire department pumping engines. After the initial purchase, PFA plans to buy one additional
engine per year over the ensuing 5 years. Respondents should address such re-orders,
including possible price and equipment changes. This is not a promise to buy additional
engines. Such purchases will depend on department need and availability of funds.
Proposals will be evaluated per the criteria listed in Section 6.0, Evaluation. Primary
consideration will be given to proposed units meeting or exceeding PFA specifications.
Vendors meeting those specifications will rate higher in the evaluation process.
1.2 Proposal Submittal
The City of Fort Collins shall not reimburse any firm for costs incurred in the preparation and
presentation of their proposal.
Firms submitting proposals shall submit five (5) copies of the proposal with the following
information:
a. Company history and experience in designing and constructing fire apparatus and
fire department pumping engines as described in the scope of work.
b. The name of the company representative responsible for coordinating the
acquisition of the specified cab and chassis, design, construction and testing of the
apparatus.
c. References from five or more organizations which have used your company for
similar products and services within the last two years.
d. A written description of the proposed products and services as required below.
e. Pricing, as requested, including provisions for purchases of additional engines.
The proposal must be signed by a duly authorized representative of the firm submitting the
proposal. The signature shall include the title of the individual signing the proposal.
Section 2.0 Background
Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) is seeking proposals for the design and construction of two fire
department pumping engines. One is to provide an engine for a new fire station (unit #1) and
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one to replace a 1984 engine (unit #2), to be assigned to the Hazardous Materials Response
Team. Both of these engines are funded by a capital apparatus program that allows the
purchase of at least one major fire apparatus per year. It is anticipated that these engines will
represent the standard design to be purchased in the foreseeable future.
PFA is a consolidated fire department serving the City of Fort Collins and the Poudre Valley Fire
Protection District. It is located approximately 60 miles north of Denver, Colorado along the
eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains in northern Colorado. PFA provides full fire protection,
first response emergency medical, hazardous materials and fire prevention services to
approximately 140,000 residents. The jurisdictional area covers approximately 235 square
miles including a 50 square mile urban area, rural farm, ranching and residential areas, 70
square miles of wildland interface, 15 miles of interstate highway (I-25) and the main campuses
of Colorado State University. Fire risk is generally moderate with smaller areas of higher risk
and wildland interface.
PFA operates 12 fire stations (spring 1998) with 12 first response engine companies, one truck
and one squad company. Nine fire stations are full career and three are volunteer. While
engine companies operate primarily in their assigned, or adjacent areas they all respond to
urban and rural fires and other emergencies on a combination of paved, unpaved rural and
semi-improved public streets and private roads. Terrain varies from flat to very steep, and
weather conditions vary from hot, dry summers to winters with extreme cold and heavy snow.
The elevation of the majority of the jurisdiction is 5100 feet. The standard maximum road
grades traveled by first response engine companies is 8%. The engines purchased under this
RFP will operate in narrow public and private streets.
PFA’s current apparatus fleet includes 11 first line pumping engines and three reserve engines.
The oldest front line career engine is 13 years old and the newest less than a year. Most
current engines have Detroit series 60 engines and Waterus two stage pumps. Engines have a
service life of 10 to 14 years as first line companies with several more in reserve. Total mileage
over this period exceeds 100,000 miles. The two engines purchased under this RFP should
complement this fleet to improve operational standardization, increase reliability and reduce
maintenance and out-of-service time.
Section 3.0 Scope of Work
The scope shall include the design and construction of two fire department pumping engines as
described below. Scope shall also include the acquisition of the specified cab and chassis,
successful completion of all required tests, and provision of all documentation, drawings and
manuals.
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Section 4.0 Engine Specifications
GENERAL
CAB
The Chassis/Cab shall be a new 10” raised roof with a wheelbase of 190”. Engine
design shall be for a crew load of 4, with full equipment and water loading. Engine shall
meet all NFPA 1901, 2003 edition.
MISC. EQUIPMENT ALLOWANCE WEIGHT
Body builder shall allow for 5500 pounds of miscellaneous equipment to be stored in the
hose bed and compartments. Weight shall be considered for final calculations for the
GVW of the finish product.
CHASSIS AND DRIVETRAIN
CHASSIS FRAME
The frame shall be designed to industry standards. The manufacturer shall provide a
life time frame warranty to the original purchaser of the chassis.
FRONT SUCTION PIPING
A 5" front suction pipe shall be provided with victaulic
groove on the rear end and a copper vent line from the high to the low point shall be
installed for purging air during suction operation. The suction is to run out to the front
bumper and turn up 90 degrees for installation of a front suction swivel by the apparatus
builder. The pipe shall terminate with a 5" Male National Pipe Thread. Air bleeder valve
shall be provided on the pipe behind the front wheel. Control valve shall be a ¼ turn
Class 1 valve located at the pump operators panel. 2 (two) drain valves shall be located
1 at low point behind the front wheel and one located ahead of the front wheel. Valves
shall be Class 1 1/4 turn valve. Valve shall be installed so control does not hang down
below pipe and prone to road damage.
ANGLE OF APPROACH/DEPARTURE
Angle of approach to be 14 degrees. Rear angle of departure shall be a minimum of 14
degrees
BUMPER EXTENSION
The front bumper face shall extend 18 inches ahead of the front face of the cab skin.
FRONT BUMPER
A 12" high heavy-duty 10 gauge, polished stainless steel, wrap around, 2-rib front
bumper shall be provided the full width of the cab.
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TOW EYES FRONT
Two (2) chromed tow eyes shall be provided and shall be attached directly to the front
frame extension (to the outside of the frame rails to allow for maximum room for the
hose well) above the bumper. Tow eyes to terminate above the bumper extension
TOW EYES REAR
Two tow eyes shall be furnished at the rear of the body at rear below the tailboard. Tow
eyes are to be constructed of 3/4" plate steel with a 3" I.D. hole, large enough for
passing through a tow chain end hook.
GRAVELSHIELD
A gravel shield shall be installed filling the area above the extension rails. This
extension shall be constructed of .125" thick bright aluminum treadplate.
FRONT HOSEWELL
A hose well shall be installed in the center of the gravel shield. This hose well shall be
constructed of .125" aluminum. The hose well shall be large enough for 100’ of 1-3/4”
rubber hose with a 1-½” TFT nozzle with a pistol grip. The well shall be mounted
between the extension rails.
Hose well shall be covered with a diamond plate lid attached with piano hinge. Cover
shall have a quick release latch. Hose connection shall be on officers side on a swivel
mount.
The hose well shall be designed for a drop down deployment of the preconnect hose
and nozzle. When activated the hose shall fall to the ground below the gravel shield
hose well. Deployment shall be accomplished by the floor of the hose well opening via
a rear piano hinge and dropping the hose load to the ground. Deployment shall be by a
simple two step lever. First action is to release a lock holding the opening control,
second action the pulling of a lever to release the bottom of the hose well.
FRONT AXLE
The front axle shall be independent suspension designed for the expected load with full
equipment and crew.
Double acting hydraulic shock absorbers are to be installed.
The entire front suspension shall be designed for heavy duty custom fire apparatus.
FRONT AXLE BRAKES
The front brakes shall air cooled disc brakes. Brakes shall be designed for the fully
loaded and crewed weight of the engine.
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CRAMP ANGLE
The chassis shall have a minimum turning cramp angle of 45 degrees. Both left and
right turns have a full 45 degree cramp angle with as delivered tires and wheels
mounted on the axle and installed in the chassis.
REAR AXLE
The rear axle shall be designed for expected loads with full equipment, water and crew.
The rear axle shall be equipped with oil bath type wheel end seals.
VEHICLE TOP SPEED
The rear axle shall be geared for a minimum top speed of 80 mph at engine governed
RPM.
REAR AXLE SUSPENSION
Rear axle suspension shall be a Chalmers suspension. Suspension to be designed to
support a fully loaded and crewed fire apparatus.
REAR AXLE BRAKES
The rear brakes shall be 16-1/2" X 7", S-Cam, air operated. The rear brakes shall be
equipped with automatic slack adjusters.
AIR SYSTEM
An air brake system meeting the requirements of the FMVSS - 121 shall be provided.
The system shall consist of three (3) reservoirs with a 4,362 cu. in. volume.
AIR DRYER
The air system shall include a BENDIX AD-9 air dryer with a spin-on desiccant cartridge
and an integral turbo cut-off valve. A 12-volt watt heated moisture ejector shall be an
integral part of the air dryer.
AIR INLET / OUTLET
An outside air system inlet/outlet connection shall be provided and mounted in the
driver's cab step area. This connection shall be clearly labeled as to the function. A
pipe thread frame coupling will be provided with 1/4" npt threads. The fire department
will install the appropriate hose quick connect fittings.
ROCKWELL/WABCO ABS BRAKE SYSTEM
A four channel, single rear axle model, ROCKWELL/WABCO ABS Braking System shall
be supplied.
This electronic system shall monitor and control wheel speed during braking. This ABS
system shall be divided in two circuits or diagonals to control specific areas of the
vehicle. Diagonal 1 shall control the right front and the left rear wheels. Diagonal 2
shall control the left front and the right rear wheels.
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If a fault occurs in one diagonal, the other diagonal shall continue to provide the ABS
function.
An ABS system blink code light shall be installed on the ABS power panel.
ATC
The chassis shall be equipped with a 4-wheel system ATC anti-slip feature.
The ATC shall prevent the drive wheels from spinning when starting from a standing
position, or when accelerating.
ATC (spin-indicator) light shall be installed on the driver's dash. This light shall
illuminate when the drive wheels spin during acceleration.
FRONT TIRES
The front tires shall be GOODYEAR highway tread, tubeless radial tires.
REAR TIRES
The rear tires shall be GOODYEAR all weather tread, tubeless radial tires.
FRONT AND REAR ALUMINUM WHEELS
Alcoa 10 hole hub piloted brushed aluminum wheels. Wheels to be match axle rating
for expected loads.
AUTOMATIC TIRE CHAINS
Provide and install Onspot automatic tire chains for the rear wheels. Tire chain
activation shall be by a switch at the drivers position in the cab. Chains shall be sized
for the appropriate weight and tire size of the apparatus.
ENGINE COOLANT RADIATOR
The engine coolant radiator shall have sufficient capacity to perform under the engine
manufacturer's installation requirements. The chassis manufacturer shall demonstrate
The ability to meet this requirement with the submittal of an approved EPQ to the fire
department for the apparatus.
The radiator shall contain an integral coolant de-aeration tank. This tank shall be
designed to remove entrapped air or gas from the coolant side of the radiator.
The bottom tank of the radiator shall have a drain valve for coolant removal.
The top tank of the radiator shall have a glass sight glass for coolant level inspections.
This sight glass shall be able to be seen without tilting the cab.
The coolant system shall contain an ethylene glycol and
water mixture to keep the coolant from freezing to a temperature of -34 deg F.
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The high efficiency engine fan shall be encompassed with a radiator shroud to provide
the proper air flow from the fan blade to the radiator.
The perimeter of the radiator shall have recirculation baffles to eliminate the possibility
of recirculation of "hot" air to the face of the radiator core. The bottom of the radiator
shall have a recirculation baffle from the radiator to the frame rails.
CHARGE AIR COOLER RADIATOR
The engine charge-air cooler shall have sufficient capacity to perform under the engine
manufacturers installation requirements. The chassis manufacturer shall demonstrate
the ability to meet this requirement with the submittal of an approved EPQ to the fire
department for the apparatus.
The charge-air cooler shall be mounted directly in front of the engine coolant radiator.
The charge air piping between the engine and charge-air cooler shall be aluminum
tubing with a wall thickness of .065 inch. The system shall utilize four (4) ply silicone
rubber woven Nomex hoses with stainless steel pressure bands.
DIESEL ENGINE
The chassis shall be powered by a DETROIT DIESEL engine as described below:
Builder must provide an EPQ for the chassis configuration specified.
All engine fluids shall be checked from one easily accessible location.
MODEL: Series 60 14L
NUMBER OF CYLINDERS: Six
BORE AND STROKE: 5.12" X 6.30"
DISPLACEMENT: 774 cu. in.
RATED BHP: 445 @ 2100 RPM
TORQUE: 1550 @ 1200
COMPRESSION RATIO: 15.0:1
GOVERNED RPM: 2100
Standard Equipment on the engine to include the following:
GOVERNOR: Electronic Controls
INJECTORS: Electronically controlled unit type
AIR CLEANER: Donaldson or equal with fresh air intake
OIL FILTER: A full flow and by-pass
LUBE OIL FILTERS: Non-drainback, thermostatically controlled with full flow cooling
FUEL FILTERS: Two fuel filters providing 30 micron primary and 12 micron secondary
absolute filtration with check valve
STARTER: A Delco, 12-volt, 42 MT type 400 starter motor
AIR COMPRESSOR: A 16 cfm compressor will be provided.
ENGINE WARRANTY
The engine shall have the standard 5 year Detroit Warranty.
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ENGINE BRAKE
A muffled JACOBS engine brake shall be supplied.
The Driver's dash shall include an ON/OFF and 3 position brake control switch.
The brake lights shall illuminate when the Jacobs Brake is in operation.
The Jacobs Brake shall be inoperative when the chassis is in pump mode.
ALTERNATOR
A LEECE-NEVILLE model LN4864J 270 Amp alternator shall be installed on the engine.
This alternator is internally rectified and regulated.
ENGINE FAST IDLE
The chassis must be equipped with an Electronic Idle Control (EIC) for the electronic
engine. Preset speed is adjustable.
The fast idle provision will only function when the parking brake is set and the
transmission is in neutral.
Control of the fast idle is by an overhead console mounted switch.
DETROIT PRESSURE SENSITIVE GOVERNOR CONTROL SYSTEM
The chassis shall be equipped with DETROIT DIESEL Pressure Sensitive Governor
(PSG) system. A pressure transducer is installed in the fire pump discharge chest. The
PSG system shall directly control engine rpm or pump discharge pressure.
The "Electronic Fire Commander" control unit shall be mounted on the apparatus pump
panel that enables the operator to select either engine speed or pressure operation of
the electronic pump control system.
The "Electronic Fire Commander" operates the PSG and displays all vital engine
operating parameters such as engine temperature, oil temperature, engine RPM,
voltage and fuel level.
CORRISON INHIBITOR
Pencool corrison inhibitor will be installed in the chassis cooling system.
SILICONE COOLANT HOSES
The entire chassis cooling system shall have silicone hoses. This shall include all hoses
that come in contact with engine coolant.
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AUXILIARY ENGINE COOLER
The cooling system shall have one (1) SENDURE auxiliary engine cooler mounted in
the upper radiator water pipe. The apparatus shall have the fire pump water circulated
to the cooler from a valve located on the apparatus pump panel.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The exhaust system shall have a vertically mounted exhaust complete with chrome
guard and chrome plated stack on the right rear of the cab. The muffler shall be
mounted to an exhaust stanchion bracket that is frame mounted.
Exhaust system as it passes through the pump area shall be insulated towards the
pump panel to prevent the pump panel from getting hot and causing burns.
Exhaust stack shall terminate as a vertical chromed stack at an elevation of 122” from
ground level.
Builder to provide final exhaust port but shall contact Poudre Fire Authority for final
height of exhaust system and the final exhaust exit port for the exhaust system required.
TRANSMISSION
The transmission shall be an Allison 4000 EVS automatic transmission with electronic
controls.
The transmission shall be equipped with a lock-up control circuit that will automatically
shift the transmission into 4th gear lock-up when the pump is shifted into gear.
TRANSMISSION COOLER
An automatic transmission cooler shall be provided. The cooler shall be of sufficient size
to maintain the operating temperature within the recommended limits of the
transmission manufacturer.
Transmission shall have opening for 1 PTO, operation for generator.
STANDARD TRANSMISSION WARRANTY
The chassis shall have a five (5) year unlimited mileage/Parts & Labor warranty for the
Allison HD transmission.
DRIVELINES
Universal joints and drive shafts shall be balanced to prevent driveline vibration.
FUEL TANK
The fuel tank shall have a minimum draw capacity of 65 gallons (US) and be D.O.T.
certified. Tank shall not drag or interfere with the angle of departure. It shall be
mounted with straps bolted to the bottom frame flange to allow for easy removal. The
tank construction shall be of 12-gauge steel with single fuel pickup and return tubes.
The baffled tank shall be vented to prevent low vacuum and facilitate rapid filling. A
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drain plug shall be provided in the bottom of the tank. The tank shall have a 2" NPT fill
to the driver's side of the chassis.
FUEL LINES
All fuel lines shall be wire braided PARKER SS-25 with re-usable fittings.
FUEL FILTER
The standard Detroit Diesel primary fuel filter shall be installed on the engine.
CUSTOM CAB
CUSTOM FIRETRUCK CAB
The cab shall be a 10” raised roof cab capable of seating up to four (4) fire- fighters and
be of a one-piece tilting, conventional front, fully enclosed design. It shall have four (4)
side doors and be a 96" wide custom aluminum cab-over engine forward style. The cab
shall have an "Open Space" design, free of interior walls or obstructions. All interior
finishes shall be ruggidized for maximum wear
DOOR RESTRAINING STRAPS
Provide on each cab door a heavy rubber restraining strap to prevent damage to door in
high winds.
WHEEL WELL LINERS
To reduce road splash underneath the cab and allow for easy cleaning, ABS front wheel
well liners are to be installed in the wheel wells. The wheel well liners are to be a
minimum of 22 inches in width.
STAINLESS CAB FENDERETTES
To reduce road splash on the cab sides, polished stainless steel fenderettes shall be
installed across the top of the wheel openings. An extruded rubber gasket is to be
installed between the fenderette and the cab to reduce the possibility of electrolysis
between the dissimilar materials.
CAB TILT, LOCK AND SUSPENSION SYSTEM
The cab shall tilt a minimum of 45 degrees for ease of servicing. Tilting will be
accomplished by means of a tilt pump connected to two (2) heavy duty double acting lift
cylinders. It shall be equipped with a positive locking mechanism (service lock) to hold
the cab in the full tilt position. Release of the service lock shall be by means of a
push-pull twist lock cable assembly. The cylinders shall have velocity fuses at the base
to prevent the cab from falling in the event of a hydraulic hose failure.
The cab shall be capable of tilting 90 degrees for major engine service, if necessary.
The 90 degree cab tilt shall be accomplished by removing the cab cylinder pins,
removing one bolt in the steering shaft, and removing the front bumper and treadplate.
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Provide a manual override system to allow the raising and lowering of the cab if the
power unit has malfunctioned.
INTERIOR CAB TRIM AND FINISH
The interior of the cab shall be finished in stainless steel in all door areas and panels
subject to damage. Interior to have the least amount of plastic panels as possible. All
interior cab trim to be gray in color.
OUTSIDE CAB STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
Provide two (2) outside access storage compartments one each side of the cab.
Compartment can be in one of 2 locations. Compartment doors shall be hinged style,
with hinge forward and D handle door latches.
Option 1. Compartment shall be behind the officers/drivers seat. Access from the
outside. Compartment shall be as large as possible with the following provisions. Small
window shall be left in place for driver visibility and compartment shall not prevent jump
seat from having an air pack seat.
Option 2. Compartment shall be located in the dead space behind the jump seat door
and the back wall. Compartment shall be accessed from the outside and it shall not
interfere with the officers/drivers air pack that are accessible from the jump seat doors.
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
Beneath the officer's/drivers seats there shall be a storage/radio compartment
approximately 19-1/2" wide x 17" long x 7" high. The compartment shall have a diamond
plate door mounted on a piano hinge to prevent stored materials from spilling out.
Access through this door shall be from the side of the seat box.
Beneath the fold down forward facing jump seats provide a compartment as large as
possible with a drop down forward facing door. Door to have a paddle latch at top of
door. Compartment shall not interfere with wheel well steps, the Officers/drivers
Rear wall mount stand alone airpaks, nor shall it be so tall as to make the forward facing
seats uncomfortable to sit in.
HEATER / DEFROSTER/ AIR CONDITIONER
A 42,000 BTU heater and 23,000 btu air conditioner shall be installed.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Two speed electric wipers with intermittent controls, shall be installed. A windshield
washer reservoir shall be furnished.
MIRRORS
Provide Ramco heated remote control mirrors model #9000FFHR-800H, lower heated
remote mirror and upper convex mirror shall be mounted on hard mount posts on both
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officers and drivers door. Mirrors shall be attached by lower post only and have a small
convex mirror attached to the top of the main mirror.
Mirror to be mounted low enough on the door to help with visibility from the drivers
position. Confirm mirror manufacturer and installation with owner before construction.
DRIVER INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROLS
The cab dash panel will have black textured anti-glare surface. This panel will have a
wrap around feature for easy viewing of the instrumentation. Access panels shall be
easily removable for access to the gauges and wiring with out having to disconnect
wiring or harnesses. The instrument panel will include the following gauges and
indicators:
Electronic tachometer
Electronic speedometer with trip odometer
Engine coolant temperature gauge, with high temperature warning light and buzzer
Engine oil pressure gauge, with warning light and buzzer
Transmission fluid temperature gauge, with high temperature warning light and buzzer
Dual air pressure gauge with low air pressure warning lights and buzzer
Voltmeter
Fuel level gauge
Engine hour meter
Air cleaner restriction indicator light
High beam indicator light
Parking brake set light
Turn signal indicator lights
High beam indicator light
"Cab Door Open" indicator light
“Compartment Door Open” indicator light
The lighting control panel is to be located to the left side of the instrument panel. This
panel will have a black textured anti-glare surface. The lighting control panel shall
include the following:
Headlight control switch
Jake Brake
Dash rheostat for instrumentation lighting control
Wiper and washer control switches
Generator Excite Switch
Parking brake control valve
TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT WARNING LIGHT
A Transmission temperature light & buzzer shall be provided on the dash panel.
SPEEDOMETER DEACTIVATED IN PUMP MODE
The speedometer and odometer shall be deactivated while in pumping mode.
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EXTERIOR GRAB HANDLES
The cab shall have a bright anodized extruded aluminum minimum 30" grab handle with
extruded rubber inserts at each door position.
Consult PFA for exact location of grab handles before installation.
INTERIOR GRAB HANDLES
Provide full width grab handles on the inside face of the doors
On the jump seat doors.
CAB CORROSION TREATMENT
The cab shall have a corrosion preventative material conforming to Mil Spec
C-16173-C, Grade 1, applied during and after construction. A 10 year warranty against
perforation due to rust or corrosion shall be furnished for the cab.
CAB MUD FLAPS
Mud flaps shall be installed behind the front tires. Mud flaps shall be a minimum of 22"
wide to protect the underneath of the cab and body to be the spray free design.
Mudflap to be 6" above ground 1-1/2" outside wheel well.
DRIVER SEAT
The driver seat shall be a six way electric Seats Inc. 911 "ABTS" #178472 high back.
Seat shall have full back/forward and up and down movement to accommodate a wide
range of tall to short drivers. The seat shall have tapered and padded seat cushion with
mechanical suspension.
OFFICER'S SEAT
Officers seat to be a Seats Inc 911 ABTS seat with mechanical suspension.
REAR FACING SEATS
Two (2) Rear facing jump seat shall be a Seats Inc 911 ABTS SCBA seat hard mount.
REAR WALL FORWARD FACING SEATS
Two (2) rear wall front facing seats shall be Seats Inc ABTS NonSCBA fold down seats
with optional arm rests. Seats shall be set as far apart as possible with out encroaching
the foot wheel of the apparatus. Occupants sitting in the seats shall have both feet on
the main floor when seated. Seats shall also not compromise the installation of the
Officers and Drivers SCBA’s that are mounted on 45 degree brackets in the space
between the jump seat and the jump seat door.
The forward facing seats shall have 3 point shoulder harness type seat belts. The rear
facing seats shall have lap belts only.
SEAT BELT WARNING LABELS
The cab shall be equipped with two (2) seat belt warning labels. These labels are to be
in full view of the occupants in the seated position.
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S.C.B.A. SEAT BRACKET
There shall be four (4) ZICO WALKAWAY for Scott 50's with EBSS system and pack
alert system, self-contained breathing apparatus brackets mounted in the cab area. . A
ZICO two-point positive holding strap (PHS) shall be supplied with each bracket for
compliance with NFPA-1901.
Two (2) brackets shall be installed in the rear facing jump seats. Two (2) brackets shall
be installed on pedestals at a 45-degree angle towards the jump seat doors, one each
side. Driver /Officer shall be able to don SCBA’s off these brackets while standing on
the ground at the jump seat location. Consult owner for mounting location of brackets
before installation
DARK TINTED WINDOWS
A dark tint shall be applied to jump seat windows and jump seat door windows to aide in
cab cooling and to help protect passengers from radiant solar energy. Tint to provide
100% UV protection and allow 29% light passage.
COAT HOOKS
Provide and install two (2) coat hooks on the back wall of the cab. One (1) on each side
of the forward facing seats.
ELECTRICAL
MULTIPLEXING
Multiplexing shall be installed in the apparatus where ever possible for the reduction of
wiring and ease of maintenance. Switching that is described in the following
specification shall conform to multiplexing layout as necessary. Consult with the owner
for layout of switching systems that will be multiplexed.
ELECTRICAL
All electrical wiring shall be 14-gauge heavy stranded copper with type GXL or SXL
crosslink high temperature insulation, being circuit function printed every three inches
along its entire length. Wiring shall be suitably protected in split automotive loom,
securely attached and protected against chafing.
LOAD MANAGER
The apparatus shall be equipped with a Load Manager (for performing electrical load
management. The load manager shall have outputs to supply warning and load
switching requirements.
EMI/RFI PROTECTION
The apparatus shall incorporate the latest designs in the electrical system with state of
the art components to insure that radiated and conducted electromagnetic interference
(EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) emissions are suppressed at the source.
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The apparatus proposed shall have the ability to operate in the environment typically
found in fire ground operations with no adverse effects from EMI/RFI.
CHASSIS COLOR CODED WIRING
All chassis wiring shall be type "GXL" in accordance with S.A.E. J1128 and NFPA-1901.
ALL wiring shall be COLOR CODED and continuously marked with the circuit number
and function.
All wiring to be covered in nylon heat resistant "HTZL" loom rated at a minimum of 300
degrees F exceeding the heat requirements of NFPA-1901.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CONNECTORS
All multiple conductor electrical connections shall be made with Packard electrical
connectors. The Packard connectors shall become mechanically locked when mated.
All single wire terminations requiring special connectors with a ring or spade terminal
shall be crimped, and wrapped with heat shrink tubing.
CIRCUIT BREAKER BOX
A circuit breaker box shall be provided and mounted in the left front compartment with
manual reset circuit breakers properly labeled.
ELECTRICAL COMPARTMENT
All 12-volt relays, solenoids, and breakers to be located in a weather tight compartment
above the pump compartment. The compartment is to be accessible from the front of
the pump module when the cab is tilted
ONAN HYDRAULICALLY DRIVEN GENERATOR
An ONAN 5000 Watt PTO driven hydraulic generator system shall be supplied and
installed on the apparatus. The system shall be capable of producing single phase,
120/240 volts at 60 hertz regardless of engine RPM. The generator shall be able to
remotely turn systems full KW off and on without regard to engine RPM or electrical
loads by using multiple 12 VDC switches.
The hydraulic fluid reservoir filter assembly shall be accessibly mounted with at least
10" of clear area above the reservoir to allow removal of high efficiency 3 micron glass
filter. The system shall use Dextron III hydraulic oil.
There shall be a Fire Research Corp Frog on the pump panel for monitoring volts, amp,
frequency, etc.
110 OUTLET
Provide a 110 volt outlet in the officers side front compartment (R1). Outlet to wired, to
be electrified when hooked to the landline. location to be provided by PFA.
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CAB GROUND LIGHTING
One light shall be mounted beneath each door. These lights shall be designed to
provide illumination on areas under the driver and crew riding area exits. All cab ground
lights will automatically activate when any cab door is opened. Lights shall meet NFPA
1901, 2003 specifications.
AIR HORNS
Dual Grover Stuttertone 21” air horns shall be recessed into the front bumper, (1) each
side. The air horns shall be mounted with the Grover supplied mounting brackets.
BACK-UP ALARM
An electronic Back-up Alarm shall be installed on the rear of the apparatus and wired to
the back-up light circuit. Minimum decibel rating of 107 dba is required.
ELECTRIC HORN/AIR HORN SELECTOR SWITCH
An overhead panel mounted switch shall be supplied to control air or electric horn from
the steering wheel horn button shall be provided and clearly labeled with a back-lit
legend. Horn activation shall be by horn ring.
ELECTRONIC SIREN
A SOUTHERN VEHICLE PRODUCTS, INC. model Magnum SA-500 Electric siren
amplifier shall be mounted in the cab, centered between the driver and officer on the
engine doghouse. Siren control head shall be mounted in easy reach of the Driver
operator. Siren to located within drivers reach. Siren location-switch on Officers side
shall not be accepted.
SIREN SPEAKERS
The chassis shall have two (2) Cast Products Incorporated, "Fore-Warn" #SH2015-1
100 watt speakers mounted recessed in the front bumper.
Q SIREN
A Federal Q-Siren shall be installed on the front bumper left side. Siren shall be
operated from a foot switch on the drivers position. Provide on dash a siren brake
switch. Siren switch on officers side shall not be accepted.
BELL
Provide and install a large chrome polished bell on the extended bumper. Bell shall be
operated from a switch in the cab within reach of the driver/officer. Inscribed on the bell
shall be the large words: "In memory of Chief Willis”.
Check with owner for final inscription and layout.
CAB/COMPARTMENT OPEN LIGHTS
Two Red Open Compartment/Cab door Flashing Light shall be mounted on the face of
the overhead panel. The open door lights shall be wired with a flasher and differentiate
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between cab and compartment doors. Compartment light shall be wired to the power
panel for bodybuilder completion to the compartment door open circuit on the body.
The compartment open light circuit shall be wired so that the light circuit is deactivated
when the parking brakes of the apparatus are applied.
ICC LIGHTS
Five (5) cab face mounted LED clearance lights shall be supplied, mounted above the
windshield, in conformance with FMVSS 108.
Two (2) side combination LED clearance / turn signal lights shall be supplied, one (1)
each side mounted ahead of the front door.
HEADLIGHTS
Halogen headlights shall be supplied mounted in a chrome plated bezel. These
headlights will be mounted in the lower position on the front of the cab.
HEADLIGHTS DAYTIME LIGHTS
Headlights to be set up on a daytime running system, when parking brake is set daytime
running lights shall shut off.
TURN SIGNALS
Two (2) amber Wheldon LED Guide arrow turn signal lamps, mounted on CPI bezels,
shall be mounted above the red warning lights.
OFFICER MAPLIGHT
A Hella Inc 19” arm Halogen map light model #87141 shall be mounted on the Officer's
side of the cab. Consult with Poudre Fire Authority for final location of the map light.
DRIVING LIGHTS
Provide driving lights in the bumper. Lights to be switched at Master Panel.
WARNING LIGHTS
The following specified warning lights system is the standard Warning light package for
Poudre Fire Authority. Poudre Fire Authority at present has no desire to deviate from
this package due to maintenance issues and spare part warehousing. Poudre Fire will
not accept Whelen warning systems at this time.
Warning lights shall be installed at all corners, front and rear of the apparatus to
conform to NFPA 1901 requirements. If the specified lighting does not meet NFPA
requirements contact the owner for what corrective measures are needed.
ROOF MOUNTED LIGHTBARS AND LIGHTS (to meet upper level NFPA
requirements)
Install an 80” Code 3 roof mounted light bar as far forward as possible on the cab meet.
Colors and layout to match the following.
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All pods in the light bar with clear lenses.
Upper level. Outside pods (2) shall have two (2) 55-watt fast D-tech rotors with a V
mirror in between. Inside pod on both light bars is reserved for an Opticom to be
installed by builder as later specified. One (1) with no filter on one side of the apparatus
one (1) with a filter on the other side of the apparatus. Intermediate pods on both sides
shall have alternating flashing red LED modules.
Lower Level. Outside lower level pod shall have a 55 watt clear intersection light.
Outside pod facing forward to have a Dual Led XModule blue over red alternating
flashing LED Light. The four (4) inside pods shall have two (2) red strobes and two (2)
blue strobes.
Rear lights. At the rear corners of the Aerial install a Code 3 Series 550 amber 100-
flash per minute rotating beacon (2 total).
Upper level midship lights. Any additional upper level lights needed to meet NFPA
requirements shall be Code 3 LED lights.
LOWER LEVEL WARNING SYSTEM
Lower level warning systems shall be by Tomar Electronics as follows:
Lower forward lights shall be two (2) Rect 79 HS R/C Red halogen Clear Strobe
mounted in a standard bezel. One each side facing forward.
Lower Forward/Intersection lights. Install two (2) Rect 37 HS R/B Red Halogen/Blue
Strobe lights one each side. These lights shall be positioned to provide some lighting
forward as well as most light at a 45 degree angle toward the intersection.
Lower Midship and rear lights. All other midship and rear facing lights required to
meet NFPA lighting requirements shall be Tomar LED flashing lights.
Verify lighting layout with Poudre Fire Authority before installation
ELECTRICAL SWITCH LAYOUT
Electrical switching system will be as follows with a Class 1 total load manager used
with switching:
1. A 12-switch master lighting panel to be provided with following switch order:
a. Rear Warning
b. Front warning (including halogen/LED lights in front of cab and bumper)
c. Light Bars (includes all halogen/LED lights in lightbar)
d. Intersection (includes all clear intersection lights in lightbar and forward facing
clear strobes)
e. Strobes (includes all strobes in system)
f. Opticom
g. Code 2 Opticom
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h. Right scene lights
i. Left scene lights
j. Rear scene lights
k. Driving Lights
l. Unassigned
Load manager sequencing and shedding order shall be builders default.
Switching mechanism shall turn off the following lights when parking brake is set:
a. Opticoms
b. Strobes
c. Clear intersection lights in bottom of light bar
d. Headlights (clearance lights excepted)
3M OPTICOM
Install two (2) 3M model one model 792H Opticom emitter and one model 792HF.
The primary emitter #792H control unit shall be installed as part of the sequencing
system and shall be automatically turned off with the setting of the park brake. The
#792HF emitter shall be individually switched and also hooked to the parking brake
system and automatically turned off with the setting of the brake. Emitters to be
mounted in the lightbar on the cab roof to maximize forward throw of light without
interference of the ladder or warning lights.
CORNERING LAMPS
Two (2) steady-on cornering lamps with clear lenses shall be provided to illuminate the
area adjacent to the front corner of cab when the turn signal switch is activated.
SCENE LIGHTS
Install two (2) one on each side of the cab roof behind the light bar on the low roof a Fire
Research Corp Optimum OPA850-HD70-F. Lights to be switched in the cab as left and
right scene lights and when the doors are opened on the appropriate side.
CAB SPOTLIGHTS
Install two (2) Collins Dynamics Questar #003970 spotlights. One (1) each above the
driver and officer. As far to the edge of the cab as possible and as close to the forward
corner of the cab as possible. Operation switch to be at the individual spotlight.
DUAL REARVIEW CAMERAS & LCD DISPLAY
TWO ASA Audiovox rearview cameras, complete with a single LCD display monitor
shall be supplied. The rear camera will be mounted in a location, as to afford the driver
a clear view to the rear of the vehicle. The second camera will be installed above the
officer's side door to cover the right side blind spot. Both cameras will be wired to a 6.8"
flip down monitor, with color display and day & night brightness modes is provided for
the viewing. A one way communication speaker is to be installed at the rear of the
vehicle to allow the backup advisor to use voice commands to direct the driver.
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BATTERY BANK
A single battery system shall be provided, utilizing six (6) 950 CCA Group 31 batteries.
This system shall be capable of engine start after sustaining a continuous 150 amp load
for 10 minutes with the engine off (NFPA-1901, 1996 edition S9-4.2).
A battery disconnect switch (Rated at not less than 250 amps continuous) shall be used
to activate the system and provide power to the power panel. A green pilot light will
illuminate to indicate which battery bank is activated.
BATTERY CABLES
All battery wiring shall be "GXL" battery cable capable of handling 125% of the actual
load. It shall be run through a heat resistant flexible nylon "HTZL" loom rated at a
minimum of 300 degrees Fahrenheit. All cable connections shall be machine crimped
and soldered.
STARTING CIRCUIT
One (1) engine start button is to be located on the lower right dash panel. It shall be
wired to heavy duty solenoid rated at not less than 1100 amps. The battery indicator
light is to be located directly above the start button to indicate that the battery bank is
on.
BATTERY CONDITIONER
KUSSMAUL AUTO CHARGE 35/10 battery charger shall be installed, under the driver's
seat, for charging the batteries. This charger shall include a bar graph display to
indicate the condition of the batteries. Bar graph to be located on outside of apparatus.
Automatic sensing of the battery condition will stop charging when the batteries are fully
charged.
Final hookup of Kussmal Charger to accessories in the engine shall be determined and
confirmed by builder before final construction.
REAR STEP LIGHTS
Two (2) KD Lamps model #856-3360 chrome plated lights shall be provided and
installed on the rear face of the body to illuminate the rear step area. Lights shall be
wired to the panel light switch at the pump operators panel.
RADIOS/LAPTOPS/AVL
Poudre Fire Authority shall provide two radio systems, an AVL unit, and the laptop
system. Builder shall provide and install the proper antennas for all four units with
antenna leads for all four units from antennas to an area near the officers seat to be
specified later by Poudre Fire Authority. Power for the four units shall be supplied by
the builder and taken to an area near the officers seat to be specified later by the
Poudre Fire Authority
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INTERCOM
A David Clark intercom system with stations for six seating positions. System to be
Model DCC-U3816 Dual Radio Interface for the officer, U3811 for the driver, and U3802
for the four rear seats. Six (6) #H3342 headphones and U3800 control station to be
provided. All cables including one (1) C3820 power cord and three (3) C3821 radio
interconnect cords and related wiring to be approved by intercom system manufacture.
POWERSTRIP
Two (2) power strips shall be directly connected to the Kussmaul Autocharge 3510
battery saver will be provided and mounted per Fire Department instructions.
TURN/STOP/BACKUP
Two (2) Wheldon LED red stop/tail lights shall be provided and mounted at the rear of
the body, one on each side on the beavertails.
Two (2) Wheldon LED amber arrow directional signal lights shall be provided and
mounted at the rear of the body, one on each side on the rear beavertails and below the
stop/tail lights.
Two (2) Wheldon #2010 clear backup lights shall be provided and mounted, one on
each side at the rear of the body on the rear beavertails. The backup lights shall be
mounted below the rear stop/tail and directional lights.
Cluster package not allowed for light arrangement on tailboard area.
COMPARTMENT LIGHTS
All enclosed storage compartments shall be equipped with Class-1 Krystal-Lite full
length light tubes in each side of the compartment mounted in clear silicon caulk and
wire clips, with automatic door jamb switches.
Install one (1) task light over the plumbers compartment slide out tray.
Install one (1) task light below the shelf in the right side compartment ahead of the rear
wheels.
TRAFFIC DIRECTION BAR
A Code 3, 9-head NARROW-STIK LED traffic direction light bar shall be provided and
installed at the rear of the body just below the preconnected discharge outlets. Control
shall be located in the cab accessible to the driver.
Step area shall be built over the traffic direction light to prevent damage to the light from
being stepped on.
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REAR SCENE LIGHTS
Two (2) Fire Research scene lights FCA200-D15 shall be provided and mounted at the
upper rear corners of the body. Light(s) shall be complete with switch in the truck cab,
and hooked to the back up lighting system.
HOSEBED LIGHTS
Provide a lighting system in the hose bed area for lighting the walkways around the
hose beds as well as the hose bed area.
WALKWAY LIGHTS
Two (2) Signal Stat #3613W lights shall be recess mounted, one (1) each side, on the
lower front face of the side compartments to illuminate the side running boards. Lights
shall be wired to the panel light switch.
UNDERBODY LIGHTS
Underbody lights shall be provided and mounted below the running board level, each
side of cab and body with the lights below the cab and crew cab area controlled by the
cab door switches and lights under apparatus body area controlled by a switch at the
pump operators panel and per Current NFPA specifications
REAR SIGNAL BUTTONS
Two weatherproof push button switches, with one in each of the box formed stanchions
at rear of body. Switches shall be warning the driver and furnished and wired to the
vehicle's electric horn.
Signal buttons to be at shoulder height when operator is standing on the tailboard,
Switches shall also be reachable from ground level.
Rear signal buttons shall operate electric horns only.
CORD REELS
Two (2) Hannay Model ECR1616-17-18 electric rewind cord reel shall be supplied and
installed in the swimming pool area. Cord reels shall be installed so that a cord deploys
one over the officers side pump panel, one over the drivers side pump panel. The cable
reel shall be a 12-volt electric rewind type complete with a four way roller assembly and
a push button rewind switch, one (1) each side.
100 feet of 10/3 cord shall be installed on each reel complete with a HS-3 ball stop and
lighted female receptacle.
LIGHT TOWER
Install above the pump compartment a Command Light KL-435 350 watt light tower.
Installation shall be in a manner to still permit access to area above pump for
maintenance. Install remote operator in plumbers compartment next to pump panel with
25 foot cord.
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Auto bed feature shall not be specified on this piece of equipment. If it can not be
specified out, builder shall blank out the micro switch at the tower and remove the
switch on the controller.
BACKUP LIGHTING SYSTEM
Provide the following setup for backing.
Install a system tied into the reverse mode on the transmission which will activate the
following lights.
1. Rear scene lights at back of apparatus.
2. Normal backing lights required by D.O.T.
3. 15-degree Zico Quic-Light Model #ZQL-RV-H7614 parking light installed in the
panel near the rear duals. Lights are pointed downwards and to the rear of the
apparatus
PUMP, PLUMBING, AND TANK
1500 GPM TWO STAGE FIRE PUMP
A Waterous Model CMUYBX-1500 fire pump shall be midship mounted, two stage
centrifugal type with a rated capacity of 1500 GPM.
Two (2) 6" suction arms shall be furnished and located one on the left side and one on
the right side. An additional 5" front suction intake will be provided.
Fire pump shall incorporate high strength involute toothform HY-VO chain drive
transmission.
The shift engagement shall be accomplished by a free-sliding collar and shall
incorporate an internal locking mechanism to insure that collar will be maintained in
ROAD or PUMP operation.
Pump shall deliver the percentage of rated discharge at pressures indicated below:
• 100% of rated capacity at 150 pounds net pressure
• 70% of rated capacity at 200 pounds net pressure
• 50% of rated capacity at 250 pounds net pressure
• 100% of rated capacity at 165 pounds net pressure
Impeller hubs must be "Flame Plated", impregnated with tungsten carbide to assure
maximum pump life and efficiency despite the presence of abrasive particles, such as
fine sand, in the water being pumped.
The main pump body shall be horizontally split and shall be in two sections for easy
removal of the entire impeller assembly including wear rings, without disturbing setting
of the pump on the chassis. Pump case halves shall be bolted together on a single
horizontal plane using a single gasket.
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The pump body is to be of close grain grey iron with all moving parts which come into
contact with water to be of bronze or stainless steel.
The pump must be tested by the pump manufacturer for 10 minutes hydrostatically at a
pressure of 500 psig. Certification by the pump manufacturer must be provided.
The pump shall undergo an Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated test per Class A
requirements of NFPA #1901 prior to delivery of the completed pumper.
The pump shall be provided with a plate giving the rated flow at "capacity" and
"pressure" test pressures, together with the R.P.M. of the engine at those pressures and
deliveries and mounted in clear view of the pump operators panel.
Data plate shall include model and serial numbers of the pump body and chain
transmission, hydro and discharge test pressures, and the date of pump and
transmission manufacture.
TRANSFER VALVE
A pressure and volume control shall be provided.
The transfer valve actuator shall be operated electrically, by a control switch mounted
on the pump operators panel complete with two indicator lights indicating PRESSURE
and VOLUME. Control and lights to be on opposite side of pump operators panel from
pump shift lights.
Operation of the transfer valve shall provide smooth changing of the transfer valve to
either pressure or volume without shutting down at any discharge pressure up to 250
psig.
PRIMING SYSTEM
A high capacity, electrically driven Waterous model VPO oiless rotary vane priming
pump shall be provided which is rigidly attached to the pump transmission.
The pump shall be capable of taking suction and discharging water with a lift of 10 feet
in not more than 45 seconds with the pump dry, through 20 feet of suction hose of
appropriate size. It shall be capable of developing a vacuum of 22" at an altitude of up
to 1000 feet.
Priming pump shall be activated by a mechanical/electrical valve with a single pull
control located at the pump operators panel area. Valve actuation may be
accomplished while the main pump is operational, if necessary, to assure a complete
prime.
A vacuum test with a capped suction of at least 20' long shall develop 22" of vacuum
and hold a vacuum with a drop not in excess of 10" in 10 minutes.
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MANIFOLD DRAIN
A Class 1 manifold drain valve shall be furnished with all pump drains connected to it so
that the entire pump system may be drained by one control.
Drain valve assembly shall consist of a stainless steel
plunger and a bronze body rigidly attached to the fire pump transmission.
A chrome plated "T" handle control is to be provided and located at the pump operators
panel properly identified PUMP DRAIN.
PNEUMATIC PUMP SHIFT
The pump shift shall be air operated and shall incorporate a Waterous built cylinder with
double action piston to shift from road to pump and back.
The pump shift switch shall be mounted in the cab and identified as AIR PUMP SHIFT
and include instructions permanently inscribed on the pump shift switch plate.
The pump shift control assembly shall incorporate an indicating light system which will
notify the operator when the shift has been completed to PUMP and when the chassis
transmission is in correct pumping gear. The switch that activates the lights must be
mounted on the pump transmission and positioned so that the pump shift arm activates
the switch only when the shift arm has completed its full travel into PUMP position.
FIRE PUMP WARRANTY
The Waterous fire pump shall carry the manufacture's two (2) year warranty covering
defective parts and workmanship. A copy of the pump manufacture's warranty policy
shall be provided with the completed apparatus.
SUCTION AIR VENT CONTROL
Install at each side of the pump an air vent line to assist in removing air/water mixture
before it enters the pump to provide smoother control by the pressure governor. Control
of the vent lines to be on left side pump operators panel.
SUCTION LINE DRAINS
All Suction line drains shall be ¼ turn Class 1 drains. Drains shall be located as low as
possible to remove as much water as possible from the line. Drains to be color coded
with the suction lines.
DISCHARGE LINE DRAINS
All discharges line drains shall be ¼ turn Class 1 drains. Drains
shall be located as low as possible to remove as much water as possible from the line.
Drains to be color coded with the discharge lines.
INTAKES
All intakes shall be controlled at the operators panel.
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All pump panel intakes shall have a metal backer plate and an extrusion trim to allow for
the full swinging open of the pump panels. Intakes shall break at the pump panel
opening so that the piping will allow for the panel door to swing clear with out
interference.
The intakes shall be of the following types described as follows:
1. AKRON 2-1/2" with a rack and sector actuator gated suction intakes. With a
Class 1 chrome plated T shape handle, chrome plated female swivel adapters
having an internal screen, and a chrome plated plug type cap with end chain.
2. AKRON 3-1/2” electric with LED 3 position indicator. Intake to terminate as
described.
All Intakes shall be provided with Class 1 quarter-turn drain valves which shall be
located within the pump compartment. Drain valves shall have a color coded plate in a
chrome handle.
Intakes shall be located as follows:
Drivers side pump panel
One (1) 2-1/2" gated suction pump with control handle thru the pump panel to control
valve at inlet.
One (1) large diameter intake stub with removable strain screener, to allow the addition
of the External gate valve described below.
Front Suction.
An operator's panel controlled front suction intake shall be provided with NST at the
inlet. Intake shall be gated using an Akron electrically operated butterfly valve with
manual override and with controller with indicator lights at pump operators panel. A
chrome plated inlet fitting with thread matching the side suction intakes is to be
provided, complete with a removable strainer screen.
Suction pipe shall be Schedule 40, 5" ID, and is to be provided with ¼-turn Class 1 drain
valves with chrome plated oval shape handles at all low points of the line.
Butterfly valve to be located on apparatus to provide maximum clearance from the
ground.
The front suction piping shall extend above the gravel shield on the front bumper with a
90 degree elbow.
A 90 degree, swivel elbow shall be provided and mounted on the front suction inlet
piping. Finish shall be a 5” Storz coupling with a Storz Cap and chain.
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Officers side pump panel
One (1)2-1/2" gated suction on officers side of pump with Class 1 locking push/pull
control at drivers side pump operators panel.
One (1) 3-1/2” Akron electric valve with pressure relief and removable screen strainer,
with 3 position LED operator at Drivers side pump panel. A 5” Storz connection on a 30
degree turn down elbow with a 5” Storz cap and chain.
EXTERNAL GATE VALVES
One external gates valves as follows:
Drivers side. Provide a Task Force Tip 5” inch model 6-4NH intake with pressure relief,
and a 5” Storz cap and chain.
PUMP DISCHARGES
All pump panel discharges shall have a metal backer plate and an extrusion trim to
allow for the full swinging open of the pump panels. Discharges shall break at the pump
panel opening so that the piping will allow for the panel door to swing clear with out
interference.
All pump discharge valves shall be by Akron.
Each manually operated Akron gated discharge outlet shall have a Rack and Sector
Actuator and include a Class 1, 1/4 turn drain valve complete with a chrome plated
bronze ball, reinforced teflon seals, and blow-out proof stem rated to 600 psi. An oval
shape chrome plated zinc handle shall be provided on each drain valve, complete with a
1" x 1-1/2" recessed ID label.
Drains shall be aligned in a straight horizontal row at the lower edge of the main pump
panel so as to allow for ease of identification and operation. Each drain shall be labeled
and numbered to correspond to the respective discharge outlet and coloring.
Individual discharge control handles are to be aligned in a straight horizontal row across
the pump operators control panel, directly inline with, and below the corresponding
discharge outlet line pressure gauges. No exceptions will be allowed to this
requirement.
All large diameter discharges shall be Akron Electric 3-1/2” discharge valves with the
operators on the drivers side control panel.
VALVE PULL RODS
Pull rods to operate all manual valves shall be of the heavy type. Pull rods shall operate
freely over full range of valve operation and shall not bind when under pressure.
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GATED DISCHARGES
Akron ball valve gated with rack and sector discharge lines shall be furnished, operators
panel controlled with the valves located within the enclosed pump compartment.
Valves shall be operated using Class One chrome plated locking "T" handle control
assemblies which are aligned in a straight horizontal row directly below the
corresponding line pressure gauge.
2-1/2” Discharges as follows:
Two (2) preconnect discharges, for stacked crosslay preconnects at either the front or
rear of the pump panel. Discharge to be reduced to a 1-1/2” after a swivel for
preconnect hookup.
Two (2) at rear of hose bed. One (1) far right side, one (1) far left side, with chrome
plated 2-1/2" NST adapter(s). Each discharge shall be provided with chrome plated 30
degree discharge elbow. Officer side discharge to be reduced to a 1-1/2" for a
preconnect connection
One (1) discharge located at front bumper, line shall terminate inside the front hosewell
with the termination to be a 90 degree swivel reduced to a 1-1/2" connection.
Connection to be to one side and to the rear of the hosewell
3-1/2” DISCHARGES, AKRON ELECTRIC
Akron, 3-1/2” ball valve gated discharge lines shall be furnished, operators panel
controlled. Valves shall be operated with Akron electric actuators with opening and
closing speed preset to comply with current NFPA 1901 guidelines to minimize the
effects of water hammer.
Outlets located:
One on the right side pump panel with chrome plated 4" NST adapter, extending thru
the pump panel with rubber extrusion trim around the opening. Discharge shall be
provided with a 4" NST female x 5" adapter.
Provide a Storz 5” to 3 x 2-1/2” discharge cap. If assembly sticks out too far on the side
of the engine provide a location on the officer side pump panel for the 5” to 3 x 2-1/2”
discharge cap and provide a 5" Storz cap and chain.
One at area above fire pump compartment plumbed with 3" ID schedule 40 galvanized
pipe, for deck gun application. Outlet to be located for clean attachment to deck gun
piping.
1-1/2" GATED DISCHARGE
Akron 1-1/2" ball valve gated discharge line shall be furnished, operators panel
controlled with the valve located within the enclosed pump compartment and plumbed
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using 1-1/2" ID, wire reinforced, high pressure hose coupled with stainless steel fittings.
Valve shall be operated using a Class One chrome plated locking "T" handle control
assembly.
Outlet located;
One 1-1/2" line plumbed to the specified booster hose reel.
HEAT EXCHANGER DISCHARGE
A gated discharge line shall be installed to provide water from the fire pump to the
chassis heat exchanger to assist in engine cooling during pumping operations. The
heat exchanger line shall be controlled at the pump operator's panel with a screw type
valve control located at lower left side of pump operators panel.
AUX. PUMP AND BOOSTER COMPARTMENT HEATERS
Install two (2) Aux heaters. One in the pump compartment and a second in the booster
reel compartment. Heater shall be wired to run at all times and when installed fan units
shall be pointed in the downward position to prevent dirt from enter motors.
TANK FILL AND COOLING LINE
A gated discharge line from the pressure side of the pump to the tank shall be furnished
so the tank can be filled from draft or hydrant with the control on the operators panel.
The valve is to be 2" size and of the NRS screw type so it can be throttled and used as
a bypass or pump cooling line.
DECK GUN
An Akron #3578, 1500 GPM remote deck gun shall be provided and mounted on the
deck gun discharge pipe, with a remote hand held with a 25 foot cable.
FOAM SYSTEM
The apparatus shall be equipped with a FoamPro #2002 fully automatic electronic direct
injection foam proportioning system. The proportioning operation shall be based on an
accurate direct measurement of water flows with no water flow restriction. The foam
system shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
The FoamPro system will be installed by a FoamPro Certified Dealer.
Foam pro system shall also have installed the remote tank filling system.
All foam line connections shall be screw type fittings. Quick connects not acceptable.
FOAM DISCHARGES
The foam injection system shall be plumbed to the onboard foam concentrate tank and
discharge to the hose reel, the two preconnected crosslay lines, the rear preconnect
lines and the front discharge.
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Discharges dispensing foam shall be designated on the pump panel confirm with owner
before installation.
FOAM TANK
One (1) 20 gallon class “A” foam tank, with 8" x 8" fill tower shall be provided and
installed in a location to allow easy access for filling. Tank to be an integral part of the
water tank Color-coded labels will be provided at the fill tower. Tank should be plumbed
to the on board foam system.
Tank shall have air tight cover with vacuum relief valves
PUMP COMPARTMENT FRONT OVERLAY
The front wall of the pump compartment module shall be overlaid entirely with bright
aluminum or Stainless steel and fastened with mechanical fasteners.
Provide an area for the electrical control panel as later described.
The width of the pump compartment shall be 48".
GAUGES
A Noshok, 6" diameter liquid filled pressure gauge registering up to 400 lbs per square
inch with 1/4" pipe thread connection. The gauge shall be of the type that will not be
injured when subjected to a vacuum. Gauge is to have a white face with black lettering.
A Noshok, 6" diameter liquid filled compound gauge shall be provided on the suction
side of the pump registering at least 400 lbs pressure and 30 inches of vacuum. Gauge
shall have a white face with black lettering.
A Noshok 4" or larger diameter liquid filled pressure gauges shall be provided for each
discharge line. Gauges are to have white faces with black lettering. Line pressure
gauges shall be individually identified with engraved labels.
Individual line pressure gauges are to be aligned with, and above the corresponding
discharge valve control.
PUMP PANEL FUEL GUAGE
A chassis fuel level gauge shall be provided on the operator's panel.
PUMP PANEL AIR HORN BUTTON
Provide on the pump panel near the pressure governor an air horn activation button.
Below the button provide a label with the wording “Evacuation Signal”
WATER LEVEL GAUGES
Provide two (2) Class 1 “Intelliguage Water tank level gauge with a 25% tank level
warning alarm. One gauge on officers side and 1 on drivers side pump panels.
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FOAM LEVEL GAUGE
Provide one (1) Class 1 “Intelliguage Foam tank level gauge with a 25% tank level
warning alarm. Gauge to be labeled “Class A Foam” and installed on the drivers side
pump panel.
FIRE COMMANDER ENGINE/PUMP CONTROLLER
The apparatus shall be equipped with a Detroit Diesel Electronic Fire Commander
(EFC) that is connected directly to the DDEC V Electronic Control Module (ECM)
mounted on the engine. The EFC shall display all vital engine operating parameters
such as engine temperature, oil pressure, rpm, and voltage. It shall also notify the
operator of any problems with the engine through the information center's alpha/numeric
display.
The EFC shall be installed in strict accordance with the instructions supplied by Detroit
Diesel.
An Elkhart Brass model #471 pump pressure and vacuum checking assembly shall be
provided and mounted at the pump operators control panel. Assembly shall include
plug type caps.
An apparatus manufacturer's data plate shall be provided and installed at the pump
operators panel. Data plate shall include results of the ULI pump test, date of the test,
and the fire pump serial number. Data plate shall be permanently stamped, and held in
place with screw type fasteners.
PUMP PANEL IDENTIFICATION TAGS
All discharges shall be provided with color coded labels. Identification labels shall be
provided at the discharge control, the discharge outlet, and at the discharge drain valve
control, according to NFPA recommended standards. Discharges, valves, and gauges
shall be label for user hose size and not outlet size. Confirm with owner before
installation.
OPERATORS PANEL
Poudre Fire Authority has a standard pump panel layout. Confer with owner for
consistency in pump layout before construction. The panel shall be split into an upper
and lower section. The upper panel shall be angled down for better visibility, house all
gauges and controls and be hinged to allow easy access to those components. The
door shall have a stainless steel hinge, a dual point chrome push button latch and a
rubber seal provided to prevent excessive moisture from entering or leaving the pump
house. Panel shall open a full 90 degrees without any major disassembly of the panel.
Valve controls shall be immediately adjacent to its respective gauge. The valve controls
shall be properly labeled and color coded for ease of use. All markings shall be
permanent in nature.
Adequate illumination shall be provided for all gauges and controls by means of a
shielded light assembly with three (3) Weldon 2030 lights on the left side and one
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directional light on the right side panel. One left side light shall activate when the pump
is engaged. The on/off switch for all lights shall waterproof and be located on the
control panel. This switch shall also activate any area step lighting.
LEFT SIDE MOUNTED OPERATOR'S CONTROL PANEL
All pump suction and discharge controls are to be mounted on the left side pump
operator's panel so as to permit operation of the pump from a central location.
All gauges and visual displays shall be installed to be no more than 84 inches above the
level where the operator stands to read the instruments.
The central midpoint or center line of any control shall be no more than 72 inches
vertically above the ground or platform that is designed to serve as the operator's
standing position.
All linkage rods from the pump operators control panel to the pump components shall
be heavily cadmium plated to resist rust and sticking.
All linkage rods shall be attached using threaded fittings or clevis connectors.
All of the pump controls shall be clearly identified with permanently engraved plate type
labels.
A full panel width polished stainless steel light hood with
multiple sealed light assemblies shall be provided to illuminate the entire pump
operators control panel.
An additional polished stainless steel light hood with multiple sealed light assemblies
shall be provided to illuminate the right side pump panel. Lights shall be controlled by
the master ignition switch.
Poudre Fire Authority has a standard pump panel layout. Confirm final design with
Poudre Fire Authority before construction
Provide a panel diagram for both pump panels, and a rod and valve location for owner
approval before construction.
OFFICERS SIDE PUMP PANELS
Pump panel shall be constructed entirely of 12-gauge type 304 brushed stainless steel
material. The panel is to be hinged on the rear of the pump panel and shall be able to
be fully opened by means of a large piano hinge and positive latch mechanism. All
Discharges and intakes shall have easily removed elbows and caps that once removed
will allow the full height and width of the pump panel to swing open. At each
discharge/intake there will be a backing stainless steel plate that the pump panel will
seat against with closed.
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HEAT PAN ENCLOSURE
A removable casing constructed of 12-gauge Galvanneal steel, completely enclosing
the underside of the pump compartment and heated by the engine exhaust shall be
provided. The heater casing shall include three individual panels that can be easily
removed from their mounting locations. The lower, center portion of the casing shall
have a large access panel, bolted in place that may be easily removed for normal
maintenance. The two outer slide-out panels are held in place by a single fastener on
the panel.
650 GALLON BOOSTER TANK
A 650 gallon capacity booster tank shall be provided. The tank shall be constructed of
1/2" thick PT2 polypropylene sheet stock. This material shall be a non-corrosive stress
relieved thermo-plastic, and U.V. stabilized for maximum protection.
The transverse swash partitions shall be manufactured of 3/8" PT2 polypropylene and
extend from approximately 4" off the floor to just under the cover. The longitudinal
swash partitions shall be constructed of 3/8" PT2 polypropylene and extend from the
floor of the tank through the cover to allow for positive welding and maximum integrity.
All partitions shall be equipped with vent and air holes to permit movement of air and
water between compartments.
The tank shall have a combination vent and manual fill tower. The fill tower shall be
constructed of 1/2" PT2 polypropylene and with a minimum dimension of 8" x 8" outer
perimeter. The tower shall be located in the left front corner of the tank. The tower
shall have a 1/4" thick polypropylene screen and a PT2 polypropylene hinged cover.
Inside the fill tower, approximately 4" down from the top shall be fastened a combination
vent overflow pipe.
A forward mounted sump shall be provided in the tank. The sump shall be constructed
of 1/2" PT2 polypropylene and be located in the left front quarter of the tank. A 3"
Schedule 40 polypropylene pipe shall be installed that will sweep from the front of the
tank to the sump location. The sump shall have a 3" N.P.T. threaded coupling on the
bottom for a plug. This shall be used as a combination clean out and tank drain. An
anti-swirl plate shall be located approximately 2" above the sump.
There shall be two standard tank outlets; one for tank-to-pump suction lines which will
be a 3" N.P.T. coupling, and one for a tank fill line which shall be a 1-1/2" N.P.T.
coupling. All tank couplings shall be backed with flow deflectors to break up the stream
of water entering the tank.
The water tank shall carry a lifetime warranty by its manufacturer.
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TANK PUMP VALVE
A Waterous model #81961-1B, 3-1/2" full flow ball valve shall be furnished from the tank
to the pump, complete with a flexible connection and enclosed in the pump
compartment.
A built-in check valve shall be furnished in the pump to avoid the possibility of backfilling
the booster tank, thru the tank to pump suction line.
Tank suction is to be located in a sump assembly located below the bottom of the tank
and properly baffled to prevent surging of water. A 3" cleanout plug shall be provided in
the bottom of the tank sump.
BOOSTER HOSE REEL
One Hannay booster hose reel with leak proof ball bearing swing joint, adjustable
friction brake and electric rewind shall be furnished. The reel capacity shall be at least
200 feet of 1" booster hose. Reel shall be individually ball valve gated from the
discharge side of the pump with a 1-1/2" Akron stainless steel ball valve gated
discharge line, operators panel controlled with the valve located within the pump
compartment and plumbed to the booster reel using wire reinforced, high pressure hose
coupled with reusable stainless steel fittings.
Booster hose reel is to be mounted at the rear of the apparatus body within the rear
compartment. Booster reel shall hang from the top of the compartment to provide free
work area below the booster reel. Reel shall be plumbed so the hose comes off the
bottom of the reel.
Hose rollers shall be positioned at the rear corner of the apparatus. Two (2) each side
(4 total) mounted at tailboard level to approx. first step on each side of the compartment
structure.
A clip type mounting bracket shall be provided in the reel compartment to hold a booster
nozzle.
At the corners of the compartment near the booster hose reel provide vertically installed
heavy duty, stainless steel rollers to provide easy hose movement around the
apparatus. (4 total)
APPARATUS BODY AND COMPARTMENTATION
APPARATUS BODY
Apparatus body shall be built to provide a ground to top of compartment height as close
to 94" as possible.
All body and structural supports shall be built of aluminum or stainless steel
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EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION
Compartment sides and walls shall be welded to the superstructure. Seams shall be
sealed using an engineered grade polyurethane adhesive sealant.
BODY WIRING RACEWAYS
The body shall be designed to provide easily accessible recessed raceways to fully
protect all wiring. Bolted on access panels shall be provided for all wiring routed
through the body.
LADDER RACK, LADDERS
Provide a Zico model 3092 outside arm electric ladder rack, rack shall be installed on
the right side of the apparatus body, to carry the ladders in a horizontal position above
the officers side high side compartments. Power to the hydraulic cylinder shall be
supplied by means of a 12-volt electric motor power pack, and shall be installed in an
area that provides waterproof protection of the electric components.
Weatherproof control switches shall provided on the rear face of the officer side
compartments in full view of the rack, and the officer side pump panel far enough
forward to prevent operator from moving as the ladder rack lowers.
Cast aluminum ladder brackets with chrome plated quick release type mounting clamps
shall be provided which hold the ladders to the pivot arm assembly.
A red warning light shall be provided and mounted in the cab to warn the driver when
ladder rack is not in the stowed position.
The ladder rack shall carry the following ladder compliments
A 24-foot, 2-section fire department extension ladder, DUO-SAFETY Model 900A, in
which the side rails also act as guides for the fly ladder, shall be furnished.
A 14-foot DUO-SAFETY Model #775A, aluminum roof ladder with folding roof hooks
shall be furnished.
A 10-foot DUO-SAFETY Model #585A aluminum folding ladder with mounting brackets
shall be furnished.
LADDER RACK CLEARANCE
Ladder rack must not interfere with the successful docking of the engine to the engine
exhaust station exhaust system. Ladder rack must be low enough to clear the exhaust
system box as the apparatus backs into the station. Engine exhaust is on the officers
side pump panel area. This clearance is mandatory. Builder must confirm all
dimensions with Poudre Fire Authority before construction.
HOSEBODY
Provide two (2) hose bodies.
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At the pump panel area provide a crosslay system as described below.
Above the water tank provide a main hose body as described below.
CROSSLAY PRECONNECTS
Provide three (3) crosslay trays stacked one on top of the other as low as possible in
either the front or the rear of the pump compartment. Each tray shall be a slip in tray
that can be easily removed to the ground for hose loading, then lifted and slid into place
in the crosslay position. When loaded the tray will have a solid locking mechanism to
hold the tray in place.
One (1) (highest) tray shall be a non plumbed tray for hold 200-feet of single jacket 1-
3/4” high rise hose in two (2) 100-foot bundles.
Two (2) trays shall be plumbed via 2-1/2” reduced to 1-1/2” swivel discharge. Trays
shall hold 200-feet of double jacket 1-3/4” hose and nozzle.
MAIN HOSEBODY
The apparatus hosebody is to be of the streamlined style, properly reinforced without
the use of angles or structural shapes, and free from all projections which might injure
the fire hose. Length of hosebody shall be in the 11'-6" range.
The main apparatus hosebed shall run the full length and width of the apparatus body
from behind the pump panel area to the rear face of the body. Bottom of hosebed to be
no more than 64" above road surface. Hose bed shall be configured and sized to store
the following hose loads.
• 200 ft. 2-1/2" far left side, with dead space compartment
• 800 ft. 5" LDH left center
Backboard storage area and hosebed cover support
In the base of the backboard storage area provide two (2) tube slots and holding clips
for two (2) side by side 8 foot pike poles.
• 400 ft. 3” hose
• 400 ft. 3” hose
• 200 ft. 1 3/4" in far right side, with dead space compartment.
Dead space compartments. If feasible provide dead space compartments over the top
of the rear hose bed preconnects. Preconnects shall have loading trays that can be
removed and loaded on the ground and then lifted into place.
Inside surface of each rear beavertail, at hosebed level, shall be overlaid with brushed
stainless steel material to protect the painted surface from damage by hose couplings.
A full hosebed width polished stainless steel angle shall be provided and installed at the
upper rear corner of the main hosebed for added scuff protection.
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Floors of the hose beds are to be provided with removable slat style extruded aluminum
hosebed gratings, spaced 1/2" apart for proper hose ventilation.
MAIN HOSEBED DIVIDERS
Three adjustable hosebed dividers shall be provided in the main hosebed.
The hosebed dividers shall be fabricated of 1/4" material with rounded cap with
hardwood guides. Dividers installed on side of the 5' hose shall be reinforced to prevent
bowing and distortion of the divider due to side pressure of the hose.
The dividers shall be fully adjustable, mounted using polished stainless steel adjustable
track at the rear and aluminum "C" channel tracks at the front of the divider for full side
to side adjustment.
HOSEBED COVER
Aluminum diamond plate hinged covers shall be provided over the hose beds and Back
board storage. The covers shall be two-part with have full length piano type hinges.
Covers shall have a piston type hold open device that holds the door open to 90
degrees. Confirm design with owner before construction
APPARATUS COMPARTMENTATION
There shall be large enclosed compartments on the both sides of the body, starting at
the front of the hosebody and continuing to the rear of the truck. These compartments
shall be as large as possible, using all available space and shall be full height of the
body, flush with the hosebed. Maximum height allowed is 70 inches above the running
board. Rear side compartments shall be provided with a flat back design.
All enclosed external compartments shall be weather resistant, ventilated, and equipped
with provisions for drainage of moisture.
All enclosed external compartments shall be lighted. Polished aluminum drip moldings
shall be provided above all compartment door openings.
The rear wheel wells of the apparatus body are to be radius cut for a streamlined
appearance. The outer rear wheel housings shall be "bolted" in place for ease of
removal in the event of damage.
A polished type 304 stainless steel radius fenderette shall be furnished at each rear
wheel well opening, held in place with concealed stainless steel fasteners. A black
rubber gasket shall be provided and installed between the stainless fenderette and the
apparatus body sides.
Heavy duty black anti-spray rubber mud flaps shall be provided and installed behind the
rear wheels of the vehicle. Mud flaps shall extend the full width of the rear duals, and
are to be attached to heavy angle support brackets with stainless steel fasteners. 6"
ground clearance and 1-1/2" side clearance required
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LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENTATION
Full body height compartments shall be provided on the left side of the apparatus body.
The left side compartments ahead of and behind the rear wheels shall be equipped with
full body height door openings.
L1 and L3, The left side compartments, ahead of and behind the rear wheels, shall be
provided with full height vertically hinged double compartment doors.
L2 the left side compartment above the rear wheels shall be provided with large
vertically hinged, double doors. The lower door jamb shall be provided with a polished
stainless steel protector rail to prevent damage to the painted surface.
All left side compartments shall be a minimum of 14" deep, with an interior usable depth
of not less than 12". The lower portion of the forward compartment of the body is to be
notched in and under the water tank to a depth of 28 inches in order to provide the
maximum amount of storage area.
RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENTATION
Full body height compartments shall be provided on the right side of the apparatus
body.
R1 and R3, The right side compartments ahead of and behind the rear wheels shall be
equipped with full body height double door openings. With space allowed for the ladder
rack lifting arms.
R2 One right side upper level compartment shall be provided above the rear wheels
16". Door shall be a double door design.
All right side compartments shall be a minimum of 14" deep, with an interior usable
depth of not less than 12". The lower portion of the forward compartment of the body is
to be notched in and under the water tank to a depth of 28 inches in order to provide the
maximum amount of storage area.
REAR COMPARTMENT
A large full hosebed width enclosed storage compartment shall be provided across the
full rear face of the apparatus body, 30" deep and as high as space permits.
The entire rear face of the apparatus body is to be constructed of .125 polished
aluminum tread plate material. Aluminum tread plate shall be formed to cover the inside
face of the rear beavertails for a scratch resistant surface.
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TRANSVERSE SHELF
Provide a transverse shelf for hose storage as large as possible accessible from the
officer side rear compartment. Shelf is to be through the right rear compartment into the
rear compartment and bump up to the rear compartment booster reel.
REAR HALF STEP
A full hosebed width, .125 polished aluminum tread plate half step shall be provided
across the rear face of the apparatus body, directly above the rear compartment. Half
step shall be a minimum of 8" deep, maximum 10“ deep. The rear step shall be
combined with the step over traffic control light described below for one stepping
surface.
STEP OVER TRAFFIC CONTROL LIGHT
Above the traffic control device mounted on the rear of the apparatus provide a stepping
surface to prevent individuals from stepping on the traffic light.
COMPARTMENT FLOORS
The compartments, running board level, both sides and rear, shall be equipped with
"sweep-out" floors with drain holes.
Compartment floors to be provided with 1/4" Rhino liner rubberized liners on floor and
up 4" above floors on rear and sides of compartment. Drain holes installed and cleaned
out of Rhino lining material.
ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
Ten compartment shelves shall be constructed of Stainless steel or aluminum and are
to have triple formed downward breaks on all sides for added strength. Shelves shall
be fully adjustable, with extruded aluminum "C" channels provided for each shelf.
Shelves shall be covered with Rhino lining material or equal.
Shelves shall be mounted on drivers side with two (2) in front compartment (L1) (narrow
area), one (1) in the left center (L2), one (1) in left rear (L3) (at narrow width area),
Officer side, two (2) in the front (R1), two (2) in right center (R2), and two(2) in right rear
(R3) . Verify shelves and locations at mid construction conference.
SLIDE-OUT TRAYS
Two heavy duty slide-out trays shall be constructed and installed per Fire Department
instructions. Slide-out tray(s) shall be constructed of 12-gauge brushed stainless steel
material, complete with heavy duty roller bearing slides, and a mechanical device to
hold the tray in "open" and "closed" positions, gas prop is not acceptable.
One (1) tray installed in the plumbing compartment (next to pump operators panel), 20"
above the floor. One (1) tray installed in the right rear compartment next to the booster
hose reel.
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Slide trays shall have sliding mechanism that intrude into the compartment space as
little as possible. Lips of trays shall be no more than 3” tall.
COMPARTMENT DOORS
Full panel inner compartment door liners shall be provided and constructed of polished
aluminum or stainless steel material, tread plate is not acceptable.
Reflective marker material shall be provided on the interior panel of each door.
Hansen 5EZ stainless steel spring door holders shall be furnished and installed on all
vertically hinged compartment doors. Door holders shall be bolted in position and
removable.
DOOR AJAR SWITCHES
Door ajar switches shall be magnetic type.
DOOR LATCHES
Each locking compartment door is to be furnished with a large Hansen #102-L stainless
steel spring loaded D-handle with Eberhard #400 rotary slam latches provided at the top
and bottom of each door.
D-handles shall have the large style "bent" D-ring for ease of grabbing the handle even
when wearing mits or gloves. Handles shall be installed on the right side door of all
double door compartments. Door handles shall be held in place with four stainless steel
stud fasteners to eliminate bolt heads on the latch ring. A non-moisture absorbing
gasket shall be installed between the door latch and the door skin panel.
Door latches on the camel backs shall be as low as possible for ease of use.
REAR COMPARTMENT DOOR
One Robinson brand roll-up style door with lift bar latch mechanism and associated
hardware shall be provided and installed in the rear face compartment.
ALUMINUM OVERLAYS
Polished aluminum tread plate overlays shall be provided and installed in the following
areas. All aluminum overlays are to be held in place with stainless steel fasteners. The
entire perimeter of all overlays shall be caulked so as to prevent moisture from entering
between the overlay and body material.
Above both compartments all horizontal surfaces.
Above the pump compartment. All horizontal areas.
The inside surface of the rear beavertails, from the tailboard to hosebed height, is to be
covered with polished aluminum tread plate material for added scuff protection to the
painted surface.
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ACCESS RAILS
NFPA approved, extruded aluminum ribbed finish "non-slip" access rails with chrome
plated mounting brackets shall be provided.
Rubber gaskets shall be installed below each handrail bracket to prevent cracking or
fracturing of the painted surface.
Formed uprights shall be provided at the rear of the body, one each side, with a full
width access rail across rear, above hosebed level and between the uprights.
Two vertical access rails shall be provided and mounted on the upper rear beavertails of
the apparatus body, one on each side.
Beavertail access rails shall extend the full height of the apparatus body, a minimum of
56" in length. Each rail shall have one center and two end style chrome plated
mounting brackets.
A full width access rail is to be provided and installed across the rear face of the
apparatus body, below the hosebed level, to aid firefighters in climbing onto the rear
step. The rear face access rail shall have one center, and two end style chrome plated
mounting brackets.
A full width access rail is to be provided and installed across the rear face of the
apparatus body, below the halfstep to aid firefighters in climbing onto the rear step. The
rear face access rail shall have one center, and two end style chrome plated mounting
brackets.
Provide an over the top access rail on the drivers side rear tailboard area to access the
top of the hose bed cover
An access rail shall be provided and installed at the upper right front compartment
corner of the apparatus body.
An access rail shall be provided and installed at the upper left front compartment corner
of the apparatus body.
Provide four extra handrails to be installed by manufacturer per owners requirement.
Owners to be consulted at acceptance inspection for exact locations.
RUNNINGBOARDS
Runningboards shall be provided at both sides of the body at the pump panel areas and
at the rear face of the apparatus body. All runningboards shall flange down a minimum
of 3", then inward 3/4" for added strength.
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REAR STEP/TAILBOARD
A 100" wide, 18" deep rear step/tailboard shall be furnished and constructed of the
same material as the runningboards and rub rails. Tailboard shall flange down a
minimum of 3", then inward 3/4" for added strength and to match the side
runningboards and rub rails.
ACCESS STEPS
Six large size access steps with aggressive top surfaces shall be provided and mounted
as directed by the Fire Department. They shall be mounted vertically above each other
on each side of the tailboard.
FUEL FILL
One cast aluminum fuel fill housing complete with a spring loaded hinged door and a
polished trim ring shall be provided in the rear wheel well area of the apparatus body
with large engraved identification label green in color to read DIESEL FUEL ONLY.
AIR BOTTLE COMPARTMENT(S) IN WHEELWELL
Three SCBA storage compartment(s) shall be provided and located in the rear wheel
wells of the apparatus body. Compartment shall be constructed entirely of aluminum,
complete with a spring loaded hinged style door and an exterior polished trim ring.
PAINT AND FINISH
ACRYLIC URETHANE FINISHES
The manufacturer shall warrant the Acrylic Urethane finishes on a fire and emergency
vehicle for a period of five years from its date of delivery.
1. Cracking or Checking.
2. A total loss of gloss caused by chalking or fading.
3. Peeling of the top coat or all layers included in the process from the substrate.
4. Spot or, random discoloration in the overall finish.
CHASSIS PAINT
The frame and running gear shall be painted gloss black enamel. The running gear
shall consist of the axles, drivelines, air tanks, steering gear, frame mounted brackets,
draglink(s), and fuel tank.
CAB EXTERIOR FINISH
The exterior doors and all fixed cab glass are to be removed from the cab prior to the
paint and body process beginning.
The final finish of the cab shall be to fire apparatus standards; exhibiting excellent gloss
durability and color retention properties.
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PREPARATION
The removal of all contaminates and oxidation is essential to the final effect of a finish
system, the cab shall be precleaned with a Wax and Grease Remover and prior to
evaporation, towel dried.
All weld marks and other major surface imperfections shall be filled with a polyester type
body filler, prior to body filler application special attention shall be given to the areas
requiring filler again sanding and cleaning.
After the final coat of filler is sanded, spray polyester shall be applied in sufficient
amounts as to provide a final base and sanded with abrasive paper.
The primer (sander surfacer) shall be a poly-acrylic resin, zinc and chromate free
surfacer that is designed to create a superb surface smoothness, increase the depth of
color, and insure top coat gloss.
The cab after pretreat and precoat shall be primed with a 3 to 4 medium applications of
a Hi-Build Tintable Surfacer.
To create a finish base that meets the rigid requirements of the fire and emergency
service, the primed surface shall be dry sanded smooth thus removing all texture and
surface imperfections with a 320 grit (minimum) sanding abrasive.
All seams shall be caulked both inside and along the exterior edges with an automotive
sealant to prevent moisture from entering between any body panels.
The color of the apparatus is to be white to match PPG FTB 91776 in color.
FINISH AND COLOR COATS
The color coat application shall consist of one of one or two applications of acrylic
urethane color coat. The final finish shall be free of dirt and sags and shall meet a
minimum grade of 5 when compared to the "ACT" general orange peel standards by
"ACT" Laboratories, Inc. of Hillsdale, MI.
The color of the apparatus is to be white to match DuPont 817U in color.
TOUCH-UP PAINT
One quart of touch-up paint shall be furnished with the truck.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
STREAMLIGHTS
Four SL20X Streamlights with chargers installed in cab with mounted near each seat.
WHEEL CHOCKS
Two pair of Worden Model HWG wheel chocks shall be provided and mounted under
the apparatus runningboards in horizontal mounting brackets.
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All solenoids shall be manufactured by Accurate or Echlin. Cole Hersee products are
not acceptable and will not be allowed.
TIE OFFS
Two (2) Receiver type towing assemblies made from receiver stock, on each side of the
vehicle, one below each front corner of the cab. Receiver shall be bolted directly to
chassis frame rails with outside edges of hitches flush mounted with body. Steel "D"
rings to be installed at end of receivers. Receivers held in place with removable pins.
Pins to have removable safety devices to prevent accidental pin movement.
At rear corners of apparatus hard mount steel ”D” rings immediately behind rear wheels.
Tie offs shall be able to withstand a 9000 lb inline pull and a 6000 lb lateral pull between
the tie offs.
BUILDER / BIDDER REQUIREMENTS
OPERATOR AND REPAIR MANUALS
Operator's Manuals -TWO Sets shall be provided with the apparatus at delivery with all
components included.
Repair and parts Manual. Provide 2 set of parts and repair manual for all components
of the vehicle.
Electrical wiring diagrams are required for acceptance of the equipment. Both cab and
body sets required.
ENGINE EPQ
Provide a Detroit Diesel EPQ for the configuration being bid.
DRIVE LINE ANALYSIS
Drive line analysis are required for all drive lines on the apparatus. Analysis must
accompany the delivered vehicle.
WARRANTY
Builder shall supply a 1 year bumper to bumper warranty for the apparatus.
Builder shall also allow us to make repairs and component replacement and reimburse
or mechanic shop for time
SERVICE CENTER
Builder shall indicate a service center to provide the Poudre fire Authority location for
major repairs.
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Poudre Fire Authority shall not be required to take apparatus to service for warranty
work that can be done in our shops.
CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCES
Builder shall have three (3) construction and inspection conferences as follows.
Preconstruction conference.
Provide flight and housing for 3 Poudre Fire Authority representatives to meet with
apparatus representatives at the apparatus manufacturers location. No work shall be
done on the apparatus until after the preconstruction conference has occurred.
Midconstruction conference.
Midway through the construction of the apparatus builder shall supply flights and
housing for three Poudre Fire Authority representatives to attend a Midconstruction
conference. Conference shall be at the apparatus manufactures location. Conference
to address issues that have come up on the apparatus while being built and address the
finish of the apparatus.
Final Inspection
Apparatus Manufacturer shall supply flights and housing for three Poudre Fire Authority
representatives to do a final inspection of the apparatus at the builders plant. Inspection
shall occur after the builder has run the apparatus through and passed all U.L. and
NFPA requirement for the apparatus.
Builder shall at this time make any final adjustments and fixes to the apparatus to match
the specifications that follows.
Builder shall supply all test results at the time of inspection.
APPARATUS DELIVERY
Apparatus manufacturer is responsible for delivery of the apparatus. Apparatus shall
be delivered to Poudre Fire Authority Shops at Fire Station 6, Fort Collins, CO.
Manufacturer shall contact shop mechanic Jim Mirowski prior to delivery for drop off
arrangements. Builder is responsible for all associated delivery costs.
BIDDER CHECK SHEET
Bidder shall fill out the following checklist and supply it with the following at the time of
the RFP opening.
1. Two drawings of the proposed Apparatus.
2. Two sets of shop specifications that include any alternate items proposed.
3. Two copies of the required checklist.
Check sheet shall be filled out in its entirety. Bidder shall indicate they will meet the
spec, they will not meet the spec, and if not is there an alternate and if so what is it.
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Bid will not be awarded on price only but a combination of price and conformity to the
specifications.
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ACCEPTANCE TESTS
After Delivery to Poudre Fire Authority, PFA will do a second U.L pumping test as well
as all NFPA acceptance tests to insure apparatus is in proper working order. Any
problems found at this time shall be corrected by manufacturer before apparatus is
placed in service as a first line apparatus by Poudre Fire Authority.
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Section 5.0 Pricing
Proposals must include lump sum prices for the two engines, as specified, along with detailed
price breakdowns for components. Proposals should also include a proposed method of
negotiating price and equipment changes on any additional engines. The proposed method
should contain a guaranteed maximum annual percentage of price increase over the lump sum
price for the first two engines. Price and equipment changes must be negotiated by and
agreed to by both parties.
Section 6.0 Evaluation
6.1 Evaluation and Assessment of Proposal
An evaluation committee shall rank the interested firms based on their written proposals using
the ranking system set forth below. Firms shall be evaluated on the following criteria.
The rating scale shall be from 1 to 5, with 1 being a poor rating, 3 an average rating, and 5 an
outstanding rating. Recommended weighing factors for the criteria are listed adjacent to the
qualification. A selection may be made on the basis of written proposals, or the City may
schedule demonstrations/interviews with up to three firms. Such demonstrations/interviews will
be rated, in general, using the same procedure as the written proposals.
Weighting
Factor
Qualification
Standard
2.0
Scope of Proposal
Does the response address all the elements of the
proposal?
3.0
Technical
Specifications
Does the proposed unit meet the general
specifications? How well does the unit meet the
specific design requirements?
3.0
Construction &
Materials
Has the requested design, materials, fabrication,
construction and performance information been
provided? How well does this information indicate
long-term durability, reliability, performance, and
ease of maintenance?
2.0
Availability
How does delivery time of finished units compare to
other manufacturers?
2.0
Motivation
Is the firm interested? Have they provided a
reasonable method for handling additional
purchases in the future?
2.0
Cost
How does the cost compare to other vendors? Is
the proposed cost reasonable?
2.0
Firm Capability
Is the firm capable of doing the work in the required
time frame? Does the firm have the warranty and
support capabilities needed?
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6.2 Reference Evaluation (Top-ranked firms)
The Project Managers will check references using the following criteria. The evaluation
rankings will be labeled Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory.
6.3 Qualification and Standard
a. Overall Performance - Would you purchase a fire apparatus from this company
again?
b. Timetable - Was fire apparatus delivered on time? Were construction conferences
scheduled at appropriate times during the construction process?
c. Warranty & Service - Has the company responded adequately to requests for
warranty work? Were parts specific to the company readily available? Has the
company been able to reconcile general warranty issues with component
warranties? Has the company been helpful in trouble shooting operational,
maintenance, and quality problems?
d. Price - Was apparatus delivered on budget or with reasonable changes?
e. Flexibility - Was the company responsive to requests for information during the
construction process? Was the manufacturer responsive to reasonable requests
for changes?
f. Quality - Has company’s apparatus fulfilled expectations for durability, reliability,
and performance?
Section 7.0 Proposal Acceptance
All proposals shall remain subject to initial acceptance 90 days after the day of submittal.
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