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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-10-18; City Council; 5224; Specifications for Fast Attack PumperCITY OF CARLSBAD AGENDA BILL NO. #3-A2&2 q DATE: October IR. 1977 DEPARTMENT: Purchasing Specifications for Fast Attack Pumper Statement of the Matter V f Initial: Dept. Hd. C. Atty.g C. Mgr. _i� The City of Carlsbad Budget for Fiscal Year 1977-78 authorizes the purchase of a Fast Attack Pumper for the Fire Department. This vehicle is designed for off -road operation on the grass and brush fires. The total amount budgeted for the pumper is $40,000 in Revenue Sharing Funds. Specifications for the pumper have been developed in cooperation with the Fire Department and are Ancluded in Exhibit "A". Exhibit 1. Specifications for Fast Attack Pumper - Exhibit "A". 2. Resolution No. Recommendation It is recommended the specifications be approved and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to seek bids for the pumper. If Council concurs, they should adopt Resolution No. 5�29. Council Action 10-18-77 Council adopted Resolution No. 5229, approving specifications and authorizing the Purchasing Agent of the City to invite b-ids for a Fast Attack Pumper. 1200 ELM AVENUE TELEPHONE: CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008 (714) 729.11811 Up of earigbab SPECIFICATIONS FOR FAST ATTACK PUMPER OCTOBER, 1977 Exhibit "A" 0 GENERAL CONDITIONS CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS: Construction specifications are intended to cover the construction of one (1) complete workable Fast Attack type fire apparatus., as herein specified; and to be in compliance with both Federal and California Motor Vehicle Requirements. PURCHASER: As used in these specifications implies the City of Carlsbad or its designated representatives. DELIVERY TIME: Bidder will indicate in calendar days delivery of completed apparatus•,.after receipt of purchase order. Delivery time will be an important consideration in award of this bid, and failure to deliver within the time specified shall be considered a breach of contract. Purchaser shall reserve right to cancel purchase if late delivery occurs, at no cost to purchaser. Transfer of possession to the purchaser will have been made when the unit is delivered and accepted at the purchaser's headquarters station. A14ARDS: The, purchaser reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Any changes, omissions or variations from the specifications or special conditions may be considered sufticient cause for rejection. Any informality in any bid received not affected by law, or at variance with the bid conditions, may be waived at the discretion of the Purchasing Off-icPr and using Engineer. •Y . Basis of award will be the lowest responsible bidder. "Lowest responsible -2 bidder" as used herein shall mean and include the bidder whose offer is the most advantageous to the purchaser from the standpoint of price, deviation from specification, quality, date of delivery, previous experience and service, workmanship, ease of operation, and availability of spare parts. BRAND NAMES: Brand names and numbers, when used, are for refgrence to indicate the character or quality desired. Equal items will be considered, provided your offer clearly describes the article. Offers for equal items shall state the brand and number, or level of quality. The determination of the Purchasing Agent as to what items are equal shall be final. When Brand, number, or level of quality is not stated by the bidder, it is understood the offer is exactly as specified. CONSTRUCTION DETAILS: Recognizing that it is impractical for the purchaser to attempt to spell out every detail, and that production facilities and methods vary, details and methods of arriving at completion of the contract, where not in conflict with specifications, are the responsibility of the contractor. a MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP: All material must equal or exceed specified quality, and work shall be done and completed in a thorough, workmanlike manner. Notwithstanding any omissions from these specifications, it shall be the duty of the contractor to call attention to apparent e�,rors or omissions and to request instructions before proceeding with the work. The purchaser may, by appropriate written instructions, correct errors and omissions, which instructions shall be as -3 binding upon the contractor as though contained in the original specifi-t cations ana/or drawings. All material and equipment furnished and all, work done must be satisfactory to the purchaser rrior to final acceptance. FRAME, MODIFICATION: No welding or cutting (except frame shortening) will be permitted on the basic frame without purchaser's approval. Items requiring frame or chassis attachment will be bolted with SAE grade 5 or better bolts. Existing holes in the standard truck frame shall be utilized wherever possible. If additional bolt holes are required, they shall be drilled through the web of the frame, at least twice the "hole" diameter distant from the start of frame flange radius. HEAVY DUTY: The term "heavy duty" as used in these specifications shall mean that the a item to which the term is applied shall exceed the usual quantity, quality, or capacity supplied with standard production vehicles, and it shall be able to withstand unusual strain, exposure, temperature, wear and use. CURRENT PRODUCTION: The vehicle, attachments, and special equipment, as listed in this specifi- cation, must be new, most current production items manufactured for adaption to each other. �!k WARRANTY -CHASSIS: Bidder shall provide a written guarantee to the effect that defective work- manship and/or parts will be repaired or replaced free of charge for a period i -4 of one (1) year following date the apparatus is finally accepted by the purchaser. All arrangements necessary to comply with the guarantee shall be made by and at the expense of the bidder regardless of manufacturer of parts or location of equipment. Such remedial work shall be performed at the site selected by the purchaser, or in the event apparatus or equipment must leave the purchase area for remedial action, then the contractor shall pay expenses of transport. DELIVERY: Final acceptance will be made at the purchaser's designated location. The manufacturer will provide necessary training at time of acceptance. a GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS -5 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS: The vehicles shall in all respects meet or exceed all requirements of the Federal Government for safety standards and shall meet or exceed all re- quirements of the California Vehicle Code, the California Administrative Code, and exhaust and crankcase emission control. The term "heavy duty" as used in these specifications shall mean that the item to which the term is applied shall exceed the usual quantity, quality, 4 or capacity supplied with standard production vehicles; and it shall be able to withstand unusual strain, exposure, temperature,�wear and use. The terms "factory installed" as used in these specifications shall mean that the items or accessories so designated shall be installed at the factory by the manufacturer during production of the vehicle. Prior to delivery new vehicle must be completely serviced by successful bidder; also, crankcase, differential and transmission must be filled to manufacturer's recommended capacity when vehicle arrives at delivery destina- tion. Regular Manufacturer's Warranty to be furnished on vehicle. Contracting dealer shall supply City of Carlsbad with two (2) copies each of Service Manual, Parts List, Special Parts List, and Dealer's Service Bulletin. Compliance with bid specifications, will be solely the judgement of the Purchasing Officer, Fire Chief and Equipment Maintenance Supervisor and will be final. Indicate Compliance/Deviation ONE FIRE ENGINE QUICK ATTACK FIRE ENGINE WITH 500 GALLON WATER TANK, PUMP AND HOSE CHASSIS AND ENGINE CONVENTIONAL TYPE CUSTOM CAB, HEAVY DUTY FRAME, DUAL WHEEL REAR AXLE WITH NON -SPIN REAR END. REFERENCE: 1978 GMC NCE66403 427CID HEAVY DUTY V8 TYPE, GASOLINE POWERED, HEAVY DUTY LIQUID COOLED, RECOVERY SYSTEM GVWR 20,000 TO 22,000 LBS. VENDOR SHALL QUOTE GVWR OF f PROPOSED UNIT WHEELBASE 149" WHEELBASE WITH PROPER WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION. a 84" CAB TO AXLE DIMENSIONS VENDOR SHALL ENDEAVOR TO MAINTAIN DIMENSIONS AS 1 CLOSE AS PRACTICAL TO THE FOLLOWING: 22' OVERALL LENGTH 96" OVERALL WIDTH 20" MINIMUM TAILBOARD CLEARANCE (LOADED) 5" CLEARANCE FROM TOP OF TIRE TO UNDERSIDE OF REAR FENDER (LOADED) 12" TAILBOARD DEPTH MINIMUM i EXHAUST SYSTEM Must comply with State of California air pollution requirements and shall be shielded where necessary to protect wiring, fuel lines, etc. TRANSMISSION ALLISON AT540. To be provided with lock out device to prevent shifting while pump is in gear. DRIVE LINE Sufficient capacity to withstand the maximum torque of transmission - 2 Indicate Compliance/Deviation STEERING ; integral -type power steering AXLES Standard capacity front and rear axle to comply i with the GVW rating and engine size. Front: 7000 to 9000 lb. each side Rear: 17,000 to 18,000 1b. each side Non -Spin Capability BRAKES I Heavy Duty Vacuum Assist Hydraulic Brakes y Braking surfaces to be largest available for model: proposed. } Rear axle must be equipped with a spring applied t parking brake. t Brake system must comply with all Federal and State of California requirements. SPRINGS Heavy Duty Leaf; Capacity to comply with manufacturer's recommendation for GVW rating of proposed vehicle SHOCKS Heavy Duty - Front and Rear WHEELS Seven (7) Steel Disc type and shall comply with the GVW rating of the complete vehicle. t i i TI RES i Seven (7) Highway Tread, Steel Belted Tires. ! Size - 8.25 x 20 and comply with GVW 10 Ply Front - 12 Ply Rear Spare Tire Mounted on Spare Wheel. Front Wheel shall be Aligned and Balanced -3 Indicate Compliance/Deviation f CAB To he conventional type, full bench seat adjustable fore and aft. Seat to accommodate three (3) adults. Seats must be provided with approved seat belts. Instrument panel and sun visors to be heavily padded. All instruments -and gauges normally supplied must be provided including: Tachometer - Speedometer - Ammeter - Ooil Pressure Gauge - Temperature Gauge - Cigar Lighter and Head Light Switch. MUST BE READABLE GAUGES. Two (2) West Coast style stainless steel mirrors must be provided. Dual electric operated wipers will be furnished complete with windshield washers. The lower interior portion of chassis door, as well as the chassis running board, shall be covered with lff' aluminum polished treadplate for protection from marr-ong and excessive wear. FRONT BUMPER Front bumper and frame shall be extended, forming a full 12 inch wide "cab service walkway". Walkway surface shall -be 1/8" (.125) aluminum diamond plate with underside heavily reinforced. Each end of walkway shall be boxed in with 1/8" (.125) aluminum diamond plate to strengthen and close each end. The front bumper and grill shall be heavily chromed. CHROME TOW HOOKS Two heavily chromed tow hooks evenly spaced from center, one each side, shall be provided on the extended front bumper of chassis. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Two (2) 12 Volt Batteries - 70 AMP. hr. min. 105 AMP Alternator with Dual Drive si Battery Selector with isolator device allowing simultaneous battery charging. All electrical circuits shall be protected by individual automatic reset circuit breakers (no fuses) All switches shall be 'identified with permanent labels ;v Warning buzzer shall be mounted in cab with con- frol,buttons at rear of vehicle, one on each side for emergency signal to driver - 4 Indicate Compliance/Deviation f ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, continued All electrical equipment shall be installed to the latest Federal standards. Wiring shall be run in a loom where exposed and be protected by automatic circuit breakers. All electrical switches shall be of the "rocker" type with integral indicator lights to indicate when lights are energized. One (1) 75 watt siren with microphone to include wail, fast, high -low and yelp modes. Radio hook-up to be provided. One (1) California Federal Twinsonic with TS24 speaker, red lens, clear bulb. Federally required clearance lights, markers and license plate bracket with light. Rear mount cluster lights to be recessed to protect lights. Stop, turn, and backup lights (each side) Two (2) Dietz 9-51 with 2001 bulbs.. Steady red lights mounted on side of firewall below windshield-orie,•each side. Two (2) Dietz 9-51 2001 Flashing amber lights mounted above beavertail - one each side. Utility deck lights mounted above the beavertail - one each side. Pump compartment light. Lights installed in each compartment with door operated switches and telltale light in cab. One (1) hand spotlight optronics Maxi -Venus Modal K-50324-10 wired into the electrical system or equal. Two (2) T-3 Tungsten Halogen lamps mounted on telescoping pole, mounted at front of hose reel, one each side. 500 Watt - Model 605 or equal Standard electric ho,�n operated by horn button. Electric driven Grover Air Pump for chrome plated air horn. Operated by horn button. Dual switch with air selonoid. 110 V DC - Dynamote (Model #L'-10-12) 1000 Watt with 2000 Watt surge Power Supply. (*2),3 prong twist lock outlets mounted conveniently to the outside as far forward as possible. -5 Indicate Compliance/Deviation FUEL SYSTEM 50 Gallon Right Side Step, Fuel Pump to be recommended by manufactuier.In addition all equipment furnished with this chassis shall be furnished. KrrAKAIU5 BODY Body shall be entirely constructed of aluminum. Aluminum plate, 1/8" (.125) shall be we)Jed to a high strength aluminum framework stru,ture and bolted to chassis frame. Complete apparatus body can be removed from chassis frame independent of booster tank and cab without burning or cutting. ? It shall be constructed free from all sharp ob- jects such as bolts, nuts, sharp edges, etc., to avoid damage to hose. "Compartment doors" shall be constructed of s aluminum plate. Doors shall be of the double wall type construction for strength and resis- tance to damage. Interior of compartment door shall be 1/8" aluminum plate and welded to 3/16" I aluminum exterior plate. "Compartment Doors" shall be of the overlapping type, welded aluminum, box pan construction. Inner plan shall have 95 degree breaks to form drip rails around inside of door to ensure water run off to outside and not into the compartments. All compartment doors shall be equipped with double catching, two point safety closing latch- es. Latches to meet all strength requirements for passenger doors. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard #206. "Door Handles" shall be of heavy duty, chrome plated, D-ring type handles. D-rings shall be installed in such a manner as to allow easy grasp while waring protective hand equipment. Latch mechanism shall be recessed inside double pan doors with fasteners and mechanism easily removable. Doors shall be attached with full length stainless steel piano hinges for maximum uniform strength to all attached points. All vertically hinged doors shall be equipped with a stainless steel spring type door hold - open device. All doors shall be fully gasketed with heat resistive "closed cell neoprene sponge" to ensure water tight seal. Gasket shall have drip rail shape to ensure positive drainage of , water. Aluminum diamond treadplate shall be installed over compartments and flanged outward to deflect water. Each compartment shall be louvered for i adequate ventilation and shall be individually I I -6 .APPARATUS BODY, contd. lighted with non -glare lights to permit ample visibility at night. h1l compartment floors and back wall shall be 1/8" aluminum diamond plate. All seams and joints shall be•;completely sealed. The body trim package shall include the following items: Aluminum extrusion drip rails mounted securely over rear compartment doors and above lower side doors. Two (2) rear stanchion castings mounted on each side, above the beavertails. ' Four (4) corner castings, one on each corner of body, shall be welded securely to apparatus body Corner castings shall be of the molded, polished aluminum type. Two (2) handrails shall be mounted- securely to apparatus body, one each side of beavertails. i Handrails shall be of the stainless steal type with chrome stanchions. € Two (2) diamond kick plates, mounted at top f'inside horizontal structural members of beaver- tail stanchions;" One (1,) horizontal stainless steel grabrail be- tween beavertails and securely attached to each rear body stanchion. k All' horizontal surfaces, i.e., running boards, rear step, walkways, shall be of welded aluminum diamond plate to provide sure footing as well as a eliminate continuous painting. Rear step shall be of 3/16" (.187) aluminum diamond plate with a return break on bottom flange forming a channel for maximum strangth. REAR WHEEL IIELLS Body over the rear wheels shall have full fender i nner-l'i ners . +" COMPARTPIENTS j There shall be provided on both sides and rear of apparatus as 'indicated: Compartments approximately si•zect: (Two inches allowable maximum/minimum). cate Compliance/Deviation - 7 Indicate Compliance/Deviation COMPARTMENTS, contd. LEFT SIDE: One (1) ahead of rear wheels with vertically hinged door. Compartment shall be approximately 19 x 21 x 48. One (1) over rear wheels with horizontal hinged fold down door. Compartment shall be approximately 19x48x24 One (1) behind rear wheels with vertically hinged single door. Compartment shall be approximately 19x24x24 One (1) tool compartment under pump panel compart- ment shall be approximately 12 x 24 x 12 REAR OF APPARATUS One (1) below hose bed compartment with horizontal hinged fold down door. Compartment shall be approximately 19 x 52 x 22. One (1) transverse compartment with horizontal hinged fold down door. Compartment shall'be approximately 19 x 92 x 24 with rear opening SAME AS ABOVE. Access available from each side of apparatus also. RIGHT SIDE j One (1) behind rear wheels with vertically hinged 1� single door. Compartment shall be approximately 19x24x24. One (1) over rear wheels with horizontal hinged fold down door. Compartment shall be approximately 19x48x24. One (1) ahead of rear wheels with vertically hinged single door. Compartment shall be approximately 19x21x48. One (1) opposite left pump panel with vertically hinged single door. Compartment shall be approxi- mately 19 x 28 x 33. One (1) access to pump and plumbing compartment 1 through hinged access door in front right compartment: Pump area will have switched light to work on pump. HOSE BED Hose bed compartment shall be constructed entirely of aluminum slats welded into a one piece grid or provided with clear hardwood rack fabricated with brass screws and waterproof glue at each joint, finished with clear synthetic. Hose bed shall have two dividers, to be arranged to allow storage of 150' of Ili" hose on right and left -8 Indicate Compliance/Deviation NOSE BED, contd side of area. These hoses to be preconnected. The remaining area to be large enough for 300' to 500' of 2�" hose. One (1) Deluxe hose bed cover -to protect hose from debris. BOOSTER TANK r Tank capacity - 500 gallons. Tank shall be constructed entirely of 3/16" marine grade aluminum plate with removable top for easy access to inside of tank. Zinc Anode System = shall be provided in booster tank. Tank shall have 5 yr. guarantee. Tanks shall include adequate fill pipe, proper overflow and venting. Tank shall rest on hard rubber cushions to eliminate rusting of supports. PUMP PANEL Pump panel shall be constructed of 14 gauge stainless steel. Panel shall have brushed satin I nonglare finish for lasting appearance. Operator } controls and gauges will be located on pump panel. Pump panel will be well lighted. All pump controls" will be marked with identification plates. Pump panel will be completely removable. One (1) Master Pressure Gauge, 3z" diameter 30-0-600 graduated pressure. Two (2) Pressure Gauges, one (1) each for the preconnect lines. E One (1) electric tachometer One (1) water gauge, boiler type with plastic tube. One (1) Vernier Engine throttle. One (1) Booster Reel Control Valve One (1) Tank Fill Valve Control ,1 One (1) Pump Panel light with stainless steel cover. One (1) Suction in -let compound gauge 30-0-600. One (1) Oil Pressure Gauge One (1) Water Temperature Gauge One (1) Tank to Pump Control Valve Two '(2) 1':," Preconnect Valves and controls. '� - 9 Indicate Compliance/Deviation FIRE PUMP Pump shall be a PALE Model CBP 250 GPM at 150 PSI on a 10' lift with 20' of 3" suction. Pump to be plumbed with 3" pipe. Pump shall be able to deliver 450 GPM from the tank. Rated capacities shall be: 250 GPM'- 150 PSI 250 GPM - t165 PSI 100 GPM - 250 PSI 50 GPM - 400 PSI PUMP CONTROL Pump shall be power take -cuff driven:' Power take -off control shall be located at driver's position to facilitate immediate engagement and disengagement. DISCHARGE VALVE The 2V" discharge shall be piped with 2s;" pipe with minimum of elbows. The 23j" discharge valve shall be bronze, quarter turn, swing out, ball type with vertically operated locking handle. Discharge valve shall have chrome cap and chain. SUCTION INLET A 2V" gaged inlet shall be piped with 2�" pipe. The W inlet valve shall be bronze, quarter turn, swing out, ball type with vertically operated locking handle. Inlet valve shall have chrome cap and chain. PRECONNECTS Two (2) 1V" preconnect lines, discharging to the front lowzr left and right of apparatus hose bed. Shall be controlled by 1V' in -line valves. Valves shall be bronze, quarter turn, swing out, direct control vertically operated at operator's panel . BOOSTE_R REEL Two (2) Hannay Electric Reels -to be installed on right and left of front body above pump compartment, connected with Chicksan Swivels and Drag Brake. Rollers and guides with Pylon bearings shall be provided on each side of reel. 200 ft. of 3/4" hardline with 1" Barway Couplings on each reel. Reel Rewind Switches shall be located in foot stirrups located under running boards opposite reel on both sides of vehicle. Hose ro0 compartment shall be finished for storage, with protective sla"s on bottom. PAINTING OF VEHICLE All exposed metal surfaces, not being chrome plated or of aluminum diamond plate, shall be thoroughly sanded, cleaned and phospha- tized in preparation for painting. "Paint shall be ultra high lustre Dupont "IMRON" polyurethane paint. Both cab and body shall be painted to allow for identical finish. All removable items,i.e., wheels, brackets, compartment doors, etc.., shall be painter, separately to insure finish paint behind mounted items. Body components that can not be finish painted upon assembly are to be finish painted before assembly. All un- welded seams exposed to high moisture en- vironments shall be sealed using special plyable set caulking. Inside dour and door jams on chassis shall be painted with Dupont "IMRON" to match the finish of the exterior of the truck. Pump and all exposed unchromed surfaces of booster reel shall also be painted with "IMRON" matching the apparatus exterior. Wheels and wheel well liners shall be painted to match apparatus exterior. All wheels shall be silver trimmed to complete the wheel finish. Chassis frame and undercarriage components shall be painted black to further protect from premature rusting. Color to be Appliance White. E UIPMENT One ('1) Extension Ladder, Two section 16' in length mounted above body on right side. Nozzles: 2 - 12" Akron Marauder 4518 3 - 1" Akron Marauder 4511 1 - 2-Y" Akron Marauder 4535 -11 Indicate Compliance/Deviation E UIPMENT, contd.. Two (2) MSA Breathing Apparatus, Model #401 complete with carrying case. One (1) Motorola Radio as follows: Model T73BBA3900K Mocom 70 with 110 Watt Multi-PL Four Frequencies, Four Channel Scan Based Loaded Antenna Time -Out -Timer Push Button Frequency Selector (Systems "90" Accessory Group) CONTACT CARLSBAD FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR PURCHASE. (NOT INSTALLED) 1 - 10' Attic Collapsible Ladder - Mounted. 1 - 10' Fiberglass Pike Pole - Mounted. 1 - Pick Headed Axe (Fibreglass Handle) with Mounting Bracket (Not Mounted) RE UIREMENTS ROAD TEST SERVICE PARTS OPERATING & SERVICE MANUALS GUARANTEE REGISTRATION SPECIAL CONDITIONS lI RESOLUTION N0. 5229 2 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE 3 CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING THE 4 PURCHASING AGENT OF THE CITY TO INVITE BIDS FOR A FAST ATTACK PUMPER. 5 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California 6 has determined that it is necessary and in the public interest 7 to acquire a fast attack pumper; and 8 WHEREAS, specifications for said pumper nave been prepared 9 and have been filed in the Offi,.e of the City Clerk of the City 10 of Carlsbad and are incorporated herein by reference; 11 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City 12 of Carlsbad, California, as follows: 13 1. That the above recitations are true and correct. 1.4 2. That the specifications as presented are hereby approved. 15 3. That the Purchasing Agent of the City of Carlsbad is 16 hereby,/ authorized and directed to proceed to publish in accordance 17 with law, notice to vendors inviting bids for the fast attack 18 pumper hereinabove described in accordance with the specification;. 19 hereinabove referred to. 20 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the 21 City of Carlsbad at a regular meeting held on the L8th day of 22 October 1977 by the following vote, to wit: , 23 xx 24� xx 25 xx 26 xx 27 xx 28 xx 1� AYES: Councilmen Frazee. Lewis, Packard and Sk-tnicki 2 n; NOES.,: �;re r 3 f ABSENT: Councilwoman Casler 6 ROBERT C. FRAZEE, AeOr 7 ATTEST: r 8 ' 9 � GGA, T E., ARAiiS, City Cierk 10 (SEAL) 11 s� 13 ; 14 15 a- 1& 17 I 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28