NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446
Purchase of Transportation Vehicles 2015-2016
Bid Summary
The North Penn School District is hereby soliciting bids to furnish and deliver three 9 Passenger
School Vans, ten 30 Passenger School Buses, and two 30 Passenger Wheelchair School Buses.
The total number of trade-ins included in this bid is twelve. The vehicle information for the
trade-ins is as follows:
Bus/Van #
50
57
58
59
89
142
143
144
V58
10
91
92
83
148
Year
1997
1997
1997
1997
2001
2002
2002
2002
2000
1998
1997
2001
2003
2000
Capacity
21
48
48
48
20
20
20
20
9
72
21
20
20
20 (18
wheelchair)
Type
MICRO
CONV
CONV
CONV
MICRO
MICRO
MICRO
MICRO
VAN
CONV
MICRO
MICRO
MICRO
MICRO
Mileage (as of
11/12/14)
278,213
206,937
100,910
230,676
185,783
185,189
191,049
208,733
283,490
169,271
239,229
219,670
175,880
186,465
Vin Number
1GBHG31F4V1063482
1HVBBABM0VH462764
1HVBBABM2VH462765
1HVBBABM4VH462766
1GBHG31F811151610
1GBHG31F021205919
1GBHG31F921206454
1GBHG31F821206798
1GTHG35R8Y1156204
1HVBBAAN1WH572539
1GBHG31F7V1076940
1GBHG31F211151716
1FDWE35F03HB52615
1GBJF31F3Y1244160
All bids shall be submitted on the enclosed district forms. The bid proposal package should also
include:
•
•
•
The exception forms found in the bid specifications for each type of bus. All exceptions
must be clearly stated.
Completed and notarized Non Collusion Affidavit
Completed and notarized Vendor’s Qualification Statement
The North Penn School District is exempt from Pennsylvania state sales tax.
Anticipated delivery of all vehicles is by August 21st, 2015.
All questions regarding this bid should be directed to:
Brian Pawling
Assistant Director of Business Administration
401 E. Hancock St.
Lansdale, PA 19446
215-852-1012
North Penn School District
Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446
General Conditions for Bid
1.
The North Penn School District Board of School Directors invites bidders to submit sealed bids for the furnishing and delivery of Purchase of
Transportation Vehicles.
2.
Bids will be accepted until 2:00 pm on Monday, January 5, 2015, at which time they will be opened at a public meeting at the Educational
Service Center, 401 E. Hancock St., Lansdale, PA.
3.
The bid should be submitted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked on the outside, “Purchase of Transportation Vehicles”.
4.
Bids shall be submitted on the enclosed Bid Proposal Form. Bids must be typewritten or written with ink and signed by the individual, partners,
or corporate officer.
5.
The successful bidder shall bid in strict accordance with the specifications as set forth. Exceptions to the specifications must be clearly stated in
the bid submission.
6.
A BID BOND OR CERTIFIED CHECK IN FAVOR OF THE NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT IN THE AMOUNT OF 5% OF THE
TOTAL BID IS REQUIRED FROM EACH BIDDER AND MUST BE ENCLOSED WITH THE BID. THE BOND MUST BE ISSUED BY
INSURANCE COMPANY.
Only the bid bonds or certified checks of the successful bidders will be held until all terms of the contract are completed. The bid bonds or
certified checks of the unsuccessful bidders will be returned at the time of the awarding of the contract.
7.
Delivery must be fully completed by August 21, 2015.
8.
The North Penn School District reserves the right to reject or accept any or all bids or any portion thereof and to waive any informalities
permitted by law. Bids must remain firm for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of bid opening. The School District reserves the right to
select the next lowest responsible bidder if a vendor’s award totals is less than $300.00.
9.
When a catalog reference follows the description of an item, such catalog reference is intended as a means of more fully describing the item in the
shortest possible space and is to be regarded only as a part of the description of the item, and is not intended to limit competition.
10.
Bid items must be equal in all respects to those described in the specifications or referred to by catalog number. Should the bidder quote an
alternate, complete specifications of the alternate must be provided, including a picture. It is the responsibility of the bidder to establish the
equality of the material offered. Failure to supply these specifications may result in the rejection of your bid.
11.
Bidder shall insert the price per stated unit and the total cost extension against each item in the schedule hereto annexed, which the bidder has
proposed to furnish and deliver. The unit price inserted must be net and must include all delivery charges – No Exceptions. In the event of a
discrepancy between the unit prices and the total cost extension, the unit price will govern. The total bid is to be the sum of the quantity times the
unit price for each item.
12.
Bids may be awarded on an item-by-item basis. Quantities included in this bid are subject to change prior to order placement.
No additional charge will be allowed for cases, boxes, carboys, bottles, etc., nor for freight expenses, expressage, or cartage. No empty packages,
cases, boxes, carboys, bottles, etc., will be returned to the bidder or contractor and none will be paid for the the School District. Such empty
cases, boxes, etc., may be removed by the bidder or contractor at his own expense.
13.
A purchase order issued by the School District covering any or all items included in this bid shall constitute a contract binding upon the bidder
and the School District.
14.
No charge will be allowed for federal, state, or municipal sales or excise taxes, for which the school district is exempt by law. The bid price shall
be net and shall not include the amount of any such tax. Exemption certificates, if required, will be furnished on forms provided by the bidder.
15.
The bidder agrees, if awarded an order, to furnish and deliver the said articles at such time, to such place, and in such quantities as specified, and
that all of the articles shall be subject to the inspection and approval of the School District. Acceptance of delivery of materials or equipment to
the site shall not constitute final acceptance by the School District. In the event that any articles are rejected as damaged, or not in conformance
with these specifications, such articles shall be removed immediately and other articles of proper quality as set forth in these specifications shall
be furnished in place thereof, all at the expense of the successful bidder.
16.
In the event that the successful bidder should neglect or refuse to furnish or deliver any articles or any part thereof, or to replace any articles
which are rejected as stated in the preceding paragraph, then the School District is authorized and empowered to purchase articles in conformity
with this order from such party or parties, and in such manner as it shall select, at the expense of the successful bidder, or to cancel the contract
reserving to itself, nevertheless, all rights for damages which may be incurred by the School District.
General Conditions for Bid
Bid Title: Purchase of Transportation Vehicles
Due Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
17.
The bidder, upon request, shall submit samples for any or all items on which a price is quoted, within three (3) days after such request is
made. These samples shall be plainly marked with the name of the product, the name of the bidder, and the item number as shown on the
proposal form. Samples may be returned at the expense of the bidder. Also upon request, the bidder must supply, within three (3) days, a list
of schools and/or businesses using the item indicated in their bid.
18.
On bids for Services involving the furnishing of labor and/or materials, the successful bidder shall be required to furnish performance and
payment bonds in the amount of 100% of the bid.
19.
On bids for Services involving the furnishing of labor, materials, and/or equipment, while said Services are being performed the successful
bidder must maintain in full effect the following minimum insurance coverage:
19.1
Workers' Compensation.
19.2
Comprehensive public liability in the sum of $100,000 for each person and $300,000 for each accident, including contract liability.
Such shall be endorsed with a save harmless clause in favor of the North Penn School District, its officers, members, and
employees.
19.3
Property damage in the amount of $50,000.
19.4
Automobile and truck insurance in an amount not less than $300,000 on account of any one accident, and property damage in
amount not less that $50,000.
19.5
If special hazards, such as might result from blasting, represent a possibility, these shall be covered by a rider to the policy or
policies in an amount of not less than $50,000.
Prior to the beginning of the Service, etc., to be performed, a certificate of insurance shall be furnished to the School District showing the
insurance coverages required above. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for loss of life and property, injuries to persons,
including all employees of the Contractor or Subcontractors.
20.
Items shipped DIRECT FROM THE FACTORY must show North Penn School District purchase order numbers on the cartons.
21.
Invoicing: Invoices must be submitted for each individual school, completely itemized, and covering each shipment. They should show North
Penn School District item numbers, the same as packing slips. No photocopy of a Bid or Purchase Order will be accepted in lieu of an
itemized invoice.
22.
ASBESTOS: In the event a contractor by virtue of his work for the District discovers asbestos, the contractor must immediately notify the
District and perform no further work in connection with the asbestos. If directed by the District to remove the asbestos, the contractor must
take all steps required by all federal, state, and local agencies regarding asbestos removal. The asbestos removal operations may be the
subject of a change order or a supplemental contract to this contract, or a separate contract to another contractor as the District may determine.
If a contractor fails to meet the requirements of the federal, state, and local regulations and these specifications related to the discovery,
removal, and clean-up, the contractor shall be subject to immediate termination and the contractor shall be responsible for all costs and
expenses related to the removal and cleanup of the asbestos including architect and engineering fees.
23.
DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED: According to Section 755, Public School Code of Pennsylvania, 1949 as amended, the
contractor agrees:
23.1
That in the hiring of employees for the performance of work under this contract, or any sub-contract hereunder, no contractor, subcontractor, nor any person acting on behalf of such contractor or sub-contractor, shall, by reason of race, creed or color,
discriminate against any citizen who is qualified and available to perform the work to which the employment relates;
23.2
That no contractor, sub-contractor, nor any person on his behalf, shall in any manner discriminate against or intimidate any
employee hired for the performance of work under this contract on the account of race, creed or color;
23.3
That there may be deducted from the amount payable to the contractor under this contract, a penalty of five dollars ($5) for each
person for each calendar day during which such person was discriminated against or intimidated, in violation of the provisions of
this contract; and,
23.4
That this contract may be canceled or terminated by the School District, and all money due or to become due hereunder may be
forfeited, for a second or any subsequent violation of the terms and conditions of the contract.
General Conditions for Bid
Bid Title: Purchase of Transportation Vehicles
Due Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
24.
HUMAN RELATIONS ACT: The provisions of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Act 222 of October 27, 1955 (P.L. 744) (43 P.S.
Section 951 et. seq.) of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prohibit discrimination because of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, age, sex,
national origin, handicap or disability, by employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, contractors and others. The contractor shall
agree to comply with the provisions of this Act as amended that are made part of this specification. Your attention is directed to the language
of the Commonwealth's non-discrimination clause in 16 PA Code 349.101.
25.
COMPETENT WORKERS: According to Section 752 of the Public School Code of 1949, no person shall be employed to do work under
such contract except competent and first class workmen and mechanics. No workmen shall be regarded as competent and first class, within
the meaning of this Act, except those who are duly skilled in their respective branches of labor, and who shall be paid not less than such hours
by employers of organized labor in doing of similar work in the district where the work is being done.
26.
STANDARD OF QUALITY: The various materials and products specified in the specifications by name or description are given to establish
a standard of quality and of cost for bid purposes. It is not the intent to limit the acceptance to any one material or product of lesser quality
would not be acceptable. Where proprietary names are used, whether or not followed by the words"or as approved equal," they shall be
subject to equals only as approved by the architect, engineer and/or School District.
27.
PREVAILING WAGE: It is the responsibility of the bidder to determine compliance with the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act and to
adhere to all regulations governing this Act.
28.
CLEARANCES: The successful Bidder must supply to North Penn School District documentation required by Act 34, Section III of the
Public School Code (Criminal Record Check) and Act 151, Chapter 63 of 23 PA Consolidated Statues (Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
Clearance) and Act 114 (FBI Fingerprinting Clearances) before work on a project shall begin. These forms must be current for every worker
on site at all times.
Signature
Title
Date
Printed Name
Company Name
Address
Phone Number
Fax Number
Email Address
North Penn School District
Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446-3807
Non-Collusion Affidavit
Instructions:
1.
This Non-Collusion Affidavit is material to any contract awarded pursuant to this bid. According to the Pennsylvania
Antibid-Rigging Act, 73 P.S. 1611 et sec., governmental agencies may require Non-Collusion Affidavits to be submitted
together with bids.
2.
This Non-Collusion Affidavit must be executed by the member, officer or employee of the bidder who makes the final
decision on prices and the amount quoted in the bid.
3.
Bid rigging and other efforts to restrain competition, and the making of false SWORN statement in connection with the
submission of bids are unlawful and may be subject to criminal prosecution. The person who signs the Affidavit should
examine it carefully before signing and assure himself or herself that each statement is true and accurate, making diligent
inquiry, as necessary, of all other persons employed by or associated with the bidder with responsibilities for the
associated approval or submission of the bid.
4.
In the case of a bid submitted by a joint venture, each party to the venture must be identified in the bid documents, and an
Affidavit must be submitted separately on behalf of each party.
5.
The term “Complementary Bid” as used in the Affidavit has the meaning commonly associated with that term in the
bidding process, and includes the knowing submission of bids higher than the bid of another firm, any intentionally high
or non-competitive bid, and any other form of bid submitted for the purpose of giving a false appearance of competition.
6.
Failure to file an Affidavit in compliance with these instructions may result in disqualification of the bid.
Non-Collusion Affidavit
For Bid for Purchase of Transportation Vehicles
State of ________________________County of ________________________
I state that I am ____________________of _______________________
(Title)
(Name of my Firm)
and that I am authorized to make this affidavit on behalf of my firm, and its Owners, Directors,
and Officers. I am the person responsible in my firm for price(s) and the amount of this bid.
I state that:
1.
The price(s) and amount of this bid have been arrived at independently and without consultation, communication or
agreement with any other contractor, bidder or potential bidder.
2.
Neither the price(s) nor the amount of this bid, and neither the approximate price(s) nor approximate amount of this bid,
have been disclosed to any other firm or person who is a bidder or potential bidder, and they will not be disclosed before
bid opening.
3.
No attempt has been made or will be made to induce any firm or person to refrain from bidding on this contract , or to
submit a bid higher than this bid, or to submit any intentionally high or non-competitive bid or other form of competitive
bid.
4.
The bid of my firm is made in good faith and not pursuant to any agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any
firm or person to submit a complementary or other non-competitive bid.
5.
_______________________________, its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, directors, and employees are not currently
under
(name of my firm)
investigation by any governmental agency and have not in the last four years been convicted or found liable for any act
prohibited by State or Federal Law in any jurisdiction, involving conspiracy or collusion with respect to bidding on any
public contract, except as follows:
I state that ____________________________understands and acknowledges that the above representations are material
and
(name of my firm)
important, and will be relied on by North Penn School District in awarding the contract for which this bid is submitted. I
understand and my firm understands that any misstatement in this affidavit is and shall be treated as fraudulent
concealment from the North Penn School District of the true facts relating to the submission of bids for this contract.
_______________________________
(Name)
and
_______________________________
(Company Position)
SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED
BEFORE ME THIS _________DAY
OF _________________, 20____.
____________________________
Notary Public
________________________________________
My Commission Expires
North Penn School District
Lansdale, PA 19446
Vendor’s/Contractor’s Qualification Statement
The Undersigned certified under oath the truth and correctness of all statements and of all answers to questions
made hereinafter.
Submitted by:
Corporation _________
Name:
Partnership _________
Address:
Individual ___________
Principal Office:
Joint Venture ________
Phone:
Other ______________
1.
How many years has your organization been in business as a vendor/contractor?
2.
How many years has your organization been in business under its present business name?
3.
If a corporation, answer the following:
a.
Date of Incorporation:
b.
State of Incorporation:
c.
President’s name:
d.
Vice President’s name(s):
e.
Secretary’s or Clerk’s name:
f.
g.
Treasurer’s name:
List names and address of all parties holding greater than 10% interest in the corporation.
4.
Trade References:
5.
Bank References:
6.
Name of bonding company and name and address of agent:
7.
Dated at
this
day of
, 20
.
Name of Organization:
By:
Title:
8.
being duly sworn deposes and says that he/she is the
of Vendor/Contractor and that answers to the foregoing questions and all
statements therein contained are true and correct.
Subscribed and sworn before me this
Notary Public:
My commission Expires:
Vendor’s Contractor’s Qualification State Abbrev.
day of
, 20
.
North Penn School District
Lansdale, PA 19446
Bid Proposal Form
Purchase of Transportation Vehicles Bid
We, the undersigned, have reviewed the specifications herein for the supply of the above listed
item(s). We propose to furnish and deliver all materials and accessories to complete the work, in
accordance with the attached Bid Specifications and General Conditions. We understand that the
North Penn School District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to make awards on the
basis of quality as well as price.
Company Name
Date
Address
Authorized Signature
Printed Name
Title
Telephone #
Fax #
Email Address
North Penn School District
Lansdale, PA 19446
Bid Proposal Form
Vehicle Type
Quantity
9 Passenger Van
3
30 Passenger Bus
10
Wheel Chair Bus
2
Unit Cost
Total Cost
Bid Trade-In Form
Bus #
Year
50
1997
57
1997
58
1997
59
1997
89
2001
142
2002
143
2002
144
2002
V58
2000
10
1998
91
1997
92
2001
83
2003
148
2000
Trade In Value
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA
SPECIFICATIONS FOR A NINE (9) PASSENGER PLUS DRIVER SCHOOL STUDENT
TRANSPORTATION VAN
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
New 2015 model year
138” wheelbase with heavy-duty stabilizer
8,520lb. GVW minimum
Springs – Front 4100# - Rear 4600#
4.6L Gasoline engine
Ford E150 Standard
Power Package required (Doors, windows & remotes)
White exterior color
Automatic 4-speed transmission; brake/transmission shift interlock
Vision Van glass, solar ray tint windows all around (All glass must comply with
FMVSS 217)
Hydraulic power steering
Electronic ignition
Front & rear heavy-duty gas type shock absorbers
Insulated walls and ceiling
130 AMP alternator
Max cooling
Heavy-duty transmission oil cooler
Power brakes, 4-wheel disc anti-lock
35-gallon fuel tank minimum capacity
Variable speed intermittent windshield wipers
Dual electric horns
LT 245/75R 16E steel belted tires
Spare tire and wheel mounted under rear
650CCA battery
Front Air conditioning
(2) Outside mirrors, right hand full convex
Front heater and defroster shall be high output type, furnished by chassis
manufacturer
Rear heater to be a minimum 30,000 BTU output
AM/FM stereo with clock, (4) speakers and antenna
Full fabric headliner
9 passenger plus driver
3/4” plywood floor
Altro Rubber flooring on top of plywood
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Entrance door to have lowered and enclosed bus steps (stepwell)
Driver operated door control
Daytime running lights
Side doors made inoperable
Rear doors are to be modified for use of operation as an emergency door
(3) 35” fully padded seats with 3 point seat belts behind driver
First seat at window to be an ICS seat
(3) 17” fully padded seats with 3 point seat belts behind entrance door
First seat to be an ICS seat
Gray vinyl upholstery
Wiring to install 2-way radio at a future date
Modesty panel and stanchion behind entrance door, padded
Body fluids kit
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
ICC reflector flares
3-year/36,000 mile chassis and 1 year 12,000 mile conversion warranty
Black 8” lettering – “SCHOOL STUDENTS’ front and rear; and 6” lettering –
“NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT” on sides
To meet and exceed Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code
Price includes delivery, all fees, current PA inspection and omni bus license
plate
NOTE: At time of delivery the successful bidder shall include a letter of certification
that clearly states that the seating configuration and all other modifications meet all
State and Federal regulations as they relate to a multi-passenger vehicle for
transportation of school students.
Please note any and all exceptions: _____________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
FLOOR PLAN 9 PASSENGER PLUS DRIVER
NOTICE OF INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS
All bidders must complete the attached specifications. All exceptions shall be fully
documented and listed in the space provided. Bidder shall state equipment and brand names
used where applicable. All structural differences must be noted. The terms “No Structural
Differences” or “We Are Equal To The Proposed Specifications” will NOT be accepted without
supporting documentation. The District is the final arbiter regarding accepted equivalents. The
bidder is required to provide detailed specifications at the time of this bid so that the District and
its representatives can make the necessary comparisons to achieve the proper decision. Failure
to comply with these requirements may render the bid invalid for material non-compliance to
published specifications. Bidders’ shall not make changes to the specifications as they are
published by the District. Bidders shall not make changes to the District’s specs with typewriter,
electronic device,“white-out” or cross-outs. Deviations shall be indicated in the spaces
provided. Use of additional paper to fully explain differences will be accepted.
Make and Model
a. 2015 Thomas 051MS or approved equal
b. 2014 model year or newer GMC TG33803 chassis or equal
c. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Seated Capacity
a. (30) seated passengers; 39” x 39” minimum seat cushion width
Dimensions
a. Body exterior width to be 96” maximum
b. Body interior to be 90” measured at the belt line
c. Interior body height to be 73” minimum
d. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Body Construction
Body Frame
a. Body frame to be completely welded and all outside panels double riveted with
cold buck rivets. Pop rivets or monobolts are unacceptable.
b. Bow frame assemblies shall consist of 14 ga. hat section bows extending from the
bottom of skirting on one side to bottom of skirting on the other side. Bows are to
be continuous, 1-piece, 14 ga. rolled channel design 1 7/8” deep, mounted on
2 ¾” centers, to provide rollbar type protection.
c. Exception:______________________________________________________
P AG E
- 1-
Floor Assembly
a. Floor assembly shall be 16 ga. corrugated steel or aluminum floor, which overlaps
existing chassis floor and frame.
b. Body floor to be bolted to outriggers, which are bolted to chassis frame rails must
be utilized to dampen the forces between the road terrain and the body for
improved ride quality.
c. There shall be a water resistance treated plywood sub-floor of a nominal 5/8”
thickness minimum.
d. Marbleized black, gray or tan flooring shall be installed with Galvalume or
aluminum aisle strips at the seams.
e. Exception:_________________________________________________________
Paneling
Exterior Roof
a. The roof panels are to be double lapped aluminum or steel panels riveted to
each body bow frame. Roof sheets to be 3 piece design, sealed with Ruvan
material to prevent leaks.
b. Roof shall be reinforced with (2) 16 ga. crash rails applied internally or externally,
riveted through roof panels and into roof bows to give extra strength in overhead
area. Exterior roof panels are to be primed on both sides before assembly.
c. Non-metal panels will NOT be accepted. (no exception)
d. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Interior Panels
a. Full-length acoustic headlining panels must be supplied and shall be 18 ga.
aluminum or steel lapped from front to rear with all edges hemmed and crimped.
b. Sidewall panels from window line to floor to be 22 ga. stucco patterned marproof aluminum.
c. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Exterior Front and Rear Panels
a. Rear end cap and panel to be one piece, composite material construction. Front
hood and transition panel to be one piece composite material, and be completely
sealed with thick rubber seal that can be manually tightened and maintained where
the body and chassis cab are joined.
b. Exception: _____________________________________________________
Exterior Side Panels
a. Body panels shall be 16 gauge steel or aluminum material.
b. Non-metal panels will NOT be accepted.
c. Exception: _____________________________________________________
P AG E
- 2-
Bumpers
a. Front bumper to be supplied by the chassis manufacturer.
b. The rear bumper shall be 12 ga. plate steel, 9.75” high (after forming) with a
.5369 section modulus. Bumper shall wrap around corners of the bus and attach
to the chassis frame. Bumper must be diagonally braced and be guardrail
shaped for increased crash protection.
c. Exhaust to be routed below rear bumper.
d. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Rub Rails
a. A minimum of (4) exterior side rub rails to be supplied.
(1) 4 1/4” located below windows
(1) 4 1/4” located at seat cushion level
(1) 4 1/4” located at the floor line
(1) 4 1/4" located at skirt line
b. All rub rails to be 0.06 steel x 4 ¼” wide, double profile design. Window and seat
level rails must wrap around rear corners to rear emergency door. Rails must be
sealed at the top and vented to avoid condensation.
c. Two (2) exterior or interior installed roof top crash rails to be supplied. Rails to be
0.06 X 4 ¼” wide extending length of the passenger compartment.
d. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Doors
Service Door
a. Service door to be manually operated outward opening design and equipped
with a latch to prevent accidental opening. Both doors shall have full-length
hinges, flexible rubber material on the closing edges to protect passengers’
fingers, and seal against the stationary rubber bottom step edge. No part of door
to ride in the stepwell area when closed.
b. Door control supports and brackets are to be designed so that interior chassis
hood operation is not obstructed or hindered.
c. Minimum clear opening to be 24” x 72”.
d. A header pad 3” wide x 1” thick to be provided over the interior door opening.
e. Exception: ____________________________________________________
Emergency Door
a. Emergency door to be single door located in the center rear section of the bus
with minimum clear opening of 33” X 54”.
b. Door to have upper and lower glass, grease type hinges, and a device to retain
door in open position.
c. A minimum 3” X 1” thick header pad to be provided above the interior door
opening.
d. Manual vandalock system with interlock to be provided. System shall not allow
ignition system to operate while rear door is locked. A buzzer mounted at rear
P AG E
- 3-
door shall notify driver when door is locked.
e. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Driver’s Door
a. Chassis OEM driver’s door shall be supplied.
b. An exterior step (running board type) shall be installed.
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Electrical
a. All wiring is to be enclosed inside removable body molding located above the
windows.
b. Wiring to be number and color coded. A complete wiring diagram to be available.
c. All wiring that passes through metal shall be grommet protected. Metal clips
required to support main body wiring harness.
d. Body to be wired so that vehicle ignition in off position kills all body power.
e. All electrical circuits to be circuit breaker protected.
f. 100 amp total capacity continuous duty printed circuit boards shall be supplied
and activated by the ignition switch.
g. Electrical access panel to be located above driver’s door. Diagnostic green
light/red light bulbs shall be provided in electric compartment showing function
status of components.
h. Spare wires for customer installed components must be installed on the bus at
the time of delivery; two way radio, antenna. (No Exception)
i. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Glass/Windows
Side Windows
a. Side windows shall be 2-piece 28.5 inch high minimum split sash type, with
stationary bottom.
b. Tinted tempered safety glass, mounted in aluminum frames shall be provided.
After market tint will not be accepted.
c. There shall be one vertically hinged push-out emergency window located on each
side, but not directly opposite each other. A buzzer shall be provided to alert
driver if window is opened.
d. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Rear Windows
a. Rear windows shall be non-opening type mounted in rubber, capable of being
pushed out in the event of an emergency.
b. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Front Cab Windows
a. Driver’s side window to be chassis OEM.
b. Saf-T-Vue window required forward of the entrance door to provide enhanced
P AG E
- 4-
driver visibility of loading zone.
C. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Entrance Door/Emergency Exit Door Windows
a. Rear emergency exit door to have tinted tempered safety glass.
b. Entrance door requires (4) clear tempered glass panes.
c. Exception: ______________________________________________
Heaters
a. Front heater to be OEM of the chassis manufacturer.
b. All body supplied heaters to be easily serviced and include cleanable air filters;
copper tube design with aluminum fins; and plumbed in parallel for maximum
heater output.
c. Premium grade Hi-Miler heater hoses shall be utilized.
d. Dual heater valves required for shut off bus heaters and prevent drain down shall
be installed in the engine compartment.
e. There shall be a 2-speed, 50,000 BTU rear heater located under a rear seat on
the left side.
f. A shut off valve shall be installed in the driver’s area to regulate water flow to the
rear heater location.
g. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Insulation and Undercoating
a. Ceiling, sides, and rear panels shall be insulated with a minimum of 2” thick
thermal-bonded polyester fiber designed to prevent broken fibers from entering
the passenger cabin through the required acoustic headliner. Thermal insulation
is to be fire resistant type approved by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
b. Insulation is to have an “R” value of 6.25 minimum.
c. Entire underbody to be completely undercoated with Tectyl 121 wax base
undercoating material (or approved equal). Undercoating to include all mounting
hardware, floor skirts, wheelhouses, bumper brackets and braces, and chassis
frame risers to prevent corrosion.
d. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Lamps – Signals – Switches to be supplied
a. Back-up Alarm: To be supplied with 97Db minimum.
b. Back-up Lights: (2) 4” diameter, mounted above rear bumper. Shall illuminate
when rear emergency door is opened.
c. Clearance Lights: (2) amber front and two red rear at corners. LED type.
d. Cluster Lights: (3) amber front and (3) red rear. LED type.
e.Directional Lights: (2) 7” diameter installed on the rear of bus at the belt line. Side
mounted amber directionals, (1) located behind entrance door below window rail
and (1) located on left side in same position. LED type.
P AG E
- 5-
f. Dome Lights: (2) in passenger compartment mounted over seat area.
g. Stepwell Light: To operate with clearance lights and door switch.
h. Stop Lights: (2) 7” diameter mounted at rear belt line. LED type
i. Tail Lights: (2) 4” diameter mounted in license panel area with license plate
illumination. Dual operation, stop and tail combination. LED Type
j. Warning Light System: Halogen (8) light system with hand control activation.
Driver’s control console to include switch to manually activate the red warning
lights and stop arm before opening entrance door while retaining normal system
operation.
k. Reflectors: (4) 3” round red reflectors, (1) per side on side corners, and (1) per
corner on rear.
l. Stop Arm: Specialty #6500, SMC series 6 electrically operated, solid state
mechanism with alternately flashing red lights. 18” reflectorized octagonal sign, red
with white letters.
m. Crossing Control Arm: Specialty #68600, SMC series 6 electrically operated,
solid state mechanism crossing control arm including magnetic retainer.
n. Switches/Body: The body switches shall be located above the windshield in front
of the driver for easy access and visibility. Rocker style switches to be supplied.
o. Strobe Light: A roof mounted strobe light that activates with the warning lights
shall be supplied. An override switch to permit manually activated function shall
be supplied.
p. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Mirrors and Visors
a. All mirrors to be Pennsylvania and Federal compliant.
b. An interior mirror, 6”X30” with safety glass and padded edges to be provided.
c. Rosco “Eurostyle” exterior rear view mirrors shall be supplied and are to be
heated type. Nominal mirror size shall be 7” x 9” flat glass and 7” x 6” convex
glass on the right side with 7” x 4” on the left side
d. Rosco “Hawk-Eye” heated cross view mirrors to be supplied.
e. Single OEM driver’s visor mounted overhead to be supplied.
f. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Mounting of Body
a. Bus body to be mounted to chassis frame in such a manner as to prevent
shifting.
b. (2) bolts required to create redundant securement on each mounting bracket. If
double-bolted mounting brackets are not available from body manufacturer,
Texas U-bolts may be substituted.
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Painting and Lettering Requirements
a. Exterior body color to be National School Bus Yellow high solids polyurethane
type paint.
P AG E
- 6-
b. Roof to be painted white and warranted by body manufacturer.
c. Rub rails, wheels, and bumpers are to be painted gloss black.
d. All paint to be heat cured.
e. Bus to be warranted for 5 years unlimited mileage for paint adhesion.
f. Reflective striping to be installed perimeter of all emergency exits.
g. Front and rear header “School Bus” lettering to consist of 3M reflective
backgrounds with black lettering.
h. Flip signs or magnetic “school bus” sign covers shall be supplied
i. Lettering shall be consistent with current fleet requirements for design and size.
j. Fleet numbers shall be supplied and installed with required numbers and location
instructions to be provided to successful bidder at time of award.
k. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Roof Hatch
One required.
Safety Equipment
a. The following safety equipment to be provided:
5 lb. fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Triangular reflective road markers
Wrecking bar
Seat belt cutter
Body fluid clean-up kit
Seating Requirements
Driver’s Seat
a. Chassis OEM adjustable high back seat with Type II 3-point seat belt with ELR
design and push button release.
Passenger Seats
a. All passenger seats must be designed and installed to meet Federal Motor
Vehicle safety standards.
b. Seats to be high back restraint type design, (5) 39” wide
left side and (5) 39” wide right side to accommodate 30 students.
c. Polyfoam cushions and seat backs to be covered with 52 oz gray upholstery.
d. Color coded seat belts (black, tan, burgundy) shall be supplied for each
passenger position.
e. Exception: ___________________________________________________
Seat Frames
a. Seat frames to be all steel welded construction with powder coated black finish
for durability.
b. Frames to have added reinforcement and anchor brackets to accommodate seat
belts with a minimum of 2 mounting bolts per foot to secure seat frame to floor.
P AG E
- 7-
c. Exception: ____________________________________________________
Barriers
a. There shall be (1) 39” wide padded barrier left side and (1) 39” wide padded
barrier right side provided in front of seat assemblies.
b. Barrier frames to be all steel construction, powder coated black finish, and double
bolted to floor.
c. A storage pouch shall be integrated into the barrier located behind the driver’s
seat for storage of small items.
d. Upholstery to match seats.
e. A metal kick plate shall be installed beneath the barrier located behind the step
well.
f. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Stepwell
a. To be a two-step design with heavy duty marbleized black, gray or tan ribbed
treads and white nose edges.
b. A stainless steel handrail to be located on the left side for ease of egress.
c. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Storage Compartments
a. An overhead storage compartment with latching door shall be located above the
windshield.
b. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Ventilation
a. Body to be equipped with a static type, non-adjustable exhaust ventilator located
in a low-pressure frontal area of roof.
b. Rain visors required for the side windows. Visors to be formed into roof panels
and not attached so as to prevent leaks and corrosion.
c. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Warranty/Body
a. Body manufacturer is to provide a minimum of (5) year unlimited mileage basic
protection, covering 100% parts and labor during this time.
b. This basic protection coverage provides for structural integrity, anti-corrosion,
paint adhesion, and protection against seat frame failure under normal usage. .
c. Bidder shall provide a copy of warranty with the bid proposal.
d. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Additional Requirements:
a. 4” X 6” certificate holder mounted to bulkhead
b. Child Check Mate passenger advisory system with audible alarm buzzer
activated by ignition switch.
P AG E
- 8-
c. Auxiliary defroster fan shall be mounted on the door control assembly.
d. Front and rear mud flaps shall be supplied with rubber fenderettes supplied on
the rear wheel house openings.
e. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Make/Model/Year
a. 2014 or newer GMC TG33803 or equal
b. Minimum 12,300 lb. GVWR (no exception)
c. Cutaway design
d. 159” minimum wheelbase (no exception)
Specify Make:
Specify Model:
Specify Year:
Specify GVWR:
___________________
___________________
___________________
___________________
e. Exception: ________________________________________
Axles/Suspension
Front
a. Independent coil spring, 4,300 lb. capacity
b. 1.18 diameter stabilizer bar
c. Heavy duty shocks
d. Axle capacity to be 4,300 lb.
Rear
a. 3 leaf parabolic steel springs
b. 8,600 lb. capacity
c. Heavy duty shocks
d. 4.10 axle ratio
e. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Electrical
a. 145 amp alternator (minimum)
b. One (1) minimum 800 CCA maintenance-free battery
c. AM/FM/CD/Clock to be chassis supplied with three speakers
d. Exception: __________________________________________
Cooling System
a. Heavy duty design
b. Water to oil transmission cooler
c. Exception: ___________________________________________________
P AG E
- 9-
Brakes
a. Power hydraulic
b. Full four wheel anti-lock brake system
c. Front disc 12.5” X 1.5” rotor minimum
d. Rear disc 12.5” X 1.8 rotor minimum
e. Foot pedal actuated cable to rear wheel parking brake
f. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Engine
a. 6.0 liter (364 CID)
b. SFI V8 (Vortec) gas
c. 300 HP @ 4400 RPM
d. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Fuel Tank
a. 35 gallon minimum capacity
b. Mounted to left hand inner frame section
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Guards/Driveline
a. Driveshaft guards must be included
Heater/Defroster
b. Deluxe heavy-duty full channel heater and defroster
Air Conditioning
a. Front dash mounted air conditioning to be chassis OEM only
b. Warranty to correspond with and be provided by chassis manufacturer
c. Passenger compartment to be Carrier brand, rear in-wall bulkhead mounted air
conditioning that is tied in to chassis-supplied dash air conditioner for 53,000 Btu’s
minimum of cooling supplied.
d. CM3 skirt mounted condenser to be installed.
e. Refrigerant hoses must be quick click type.
f. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Instrumentation
a. Full gauge instrumentation to be OEM only
Paint
a. Cab and hood to be National School Bus Yellow
b. Chassis front bumper may be OEM supplied color
P AG E
- 10 -
Steering
a. Power steering – electronic speed sensitive
Tires
a. Tires to be (6) LT225/75R16D all season radials
Transmission
a. Heavy duty 6-speed automatic with overdrive
b. Auxiliary transmission oil cooler required
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Wipers
a. Wipers to be 2 speed, intermittent design
b. One (1) qt. capacity washer reservoir to be included
Miscellaneous
a. Halogen headlights; day time running lights
b. Brake warning indicator
c. Voltmeter, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge
d. Rear tow hooks
e. Tilt steering column
f. Exhaust to exit at rear, below bumper
g. Warranty: GM standard warranty (to be attached to bid)
h. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Body manufacturer make/model/year supplied:
______________________________________________________________
Chassis manufacturer make/model supplied:
______________________________________________________________
Engine make, horsepower, torque supplied:
______________________________________________________________
Delivery Date of Completed Bus(es) ________________________________
Authorized Signature:
Date:
P AG E
- 11 -
NOTICE OF INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS
All bidders must complete the attached specifications. All exceptions shall be fully
documented and listed in the space provided. Bidder shall state equipment and brand names
used where applicable. All structural differences must be noted. The terms “No Structural
Differences” or “We Are Equal To The Proposed Specifications” will NOT be accepted without
supporting documentation. The District is the final arbiter regarding accepted equivalents. The
bidder is required to provide detailed specifications at the time of this bid so that the District and
its representatives can make the necessary comparisons to achieve the proper decision. Failure
to comply with these requirements may render the bid invalid for material non-compliance to
published specifications. Bidders’ shall not make changes to the specifications as they are
published by the District. Bidders shall not make changes to the District’s specs with typewriter,
electronic device,“white-out” or cross-outs. Deviations shall be indicated in the spaces
provided. Use of additional paper to fully explain differences will be accepted.
Make and Model
a. 2015 Thomas 051MS or approved equal
b. 2014 model year or newer GMC TG33803 chassis or equal
c. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Seated Capacity
a. (24) seated passengers; 36” x 36” minimum seat cushion width
Three (3) Rows of 39” Seats on curb side
Four (4) Rows of 39” Seats on street side
All rows to be track mounted
Wheelchair Lift and Securement package
a. Braun brand fully automatic wheelchair lift
b. Single lift access door mounted behind the rear axle,
curbside with upper window (not tinted); plastic
coated chain to hold door open; interior and exterior handle
c. Q-Straint Fully Retractable securement systems (Two) including
lap/shoulder belt assemblies with L-track fittings.
d. L-tracking shall be installed to accommodate seats when
necessary or two wheelchairs as necessary. Tracking
above the windows shall be full length to allow for
flexible shoulder belt positioning.
e. Exception: ____________________________________________________
P AG E
- 1-
Dimensions
a. Body exterior width to be 96” maximum
b. Body interior to be 90” measured at the belt line
c. Interior body height to be 73” minimum
d. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Body Construction
Body Frame
a. Body frame to be completely welded and all outside panels double riveted with
cold buck rivets. Pop rivets or monobolts are unacceptable.
b. Bow frame assemblies shall consist of 14 ga. hat section bows extending from the
bottom of skirting on one side to bottom of skirting on the other side. Bows are to
be continuous, 1-piece, 14 ga. rolled channel design 1 7/8” deep, mounted on
2 ¾” centers, to provide rollbar type protection.
c. Exception:______________________________________________________
Floor Assembly
a. Floor assembly shall be 16 ga. corrugated steel or aluminum floor, which overlaps
existing chassis floor and frame.
b. Body floor to be bolted to outriggers, which are bolted to chassis frame rails must
be utilized to dampen the forces between the road terrain and the body for
improved ride quality.
c. There shall be a water resistance treated plywood sub-floor of a nominal 5/8”
thickness minimum.
d. Marbleized black, gray or tan flooring shall be installed with Galvalume or
aluminum aisle strips at the seams.
e. Exception:_________________________________________________________
Paneling
Exterior Roof
a. The roof panels are to be double lapped aluminum or steel panels riveted to
each body bow frame. Roof sheets to be 3 piece design, sealed with Ruvan
material to prevent leaks.
b. Roof shall be reinforced with (2) 16 ga. crash rails applied internally or externally,
riveted through roof panels and into roof bows to give extra strength in overhead
area. Exterior roof panels are to be primed on both sides before assembly.
c. Non-metal panels will NOT be accepted. (no exception)
d. Exception: ______________________________________________________
P AG E
- 2-
Interior Panels
a. Full-length acoustic headlining panels must be supplied and shall be 18 ga.
aluminum or steel lapped from front to rear with all edges hemmed and crimped.
b. Sidewall panels from window line to floor to be 22 ga. stucco patterned marproof aluminum.
c. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Exterior Front and Rear Panels
a. Rear end cap and panel to be one piece, composite material construction. Front
hood and transition panel to be one piece composite material, and be completely
sealed with thick rubber seal that can be manually tightened and maintained where
the body and chassis cab are joined.
b. Exception: _____________________________________________________
Exterior Side Panels
a. Body panels shall be 16 gauge steel or aluminum material.
b. Non-metal panels will NOT be accepted.
c. Exception: _____________________________________________________
Bumpers
a. Front bumper to be supplied by the chassis manufacturer.
b. The rear bumper shall be 12 ga. plate steel, 9.75” high (after forming) with a
.5369 section modulus. Bumper shall wrap around corners of the bus and attach
to the chassis frame. Bumper must be diagonally braced and be guardrail
shaped for increased crash protection.
c. Exhaust to be routed below rear bumper.
d. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Rub Rails
a. A minimum of (4) exterior side rub rails to be supplied.
(1) 4 1/4” located below windows
(1) 4 1/4” located at seat cushion level
(1) 4 1/4” located at the floor line
(1) 4 1/4" located at skirt line
b. All rub rails to be 0.06 steel x 4 ¼” wide, double profile design. Window and seat
level rails must wrap around rear corners to rear emergency door. Rails must be
sealed at the top and vented to avoid condensation.
c. Two (2) exterior or interior installed roof top crash rails to be supplied. Rails to be
0.06 X 4 ¼” wide extending length of the passenger compartment.
d. Exception: _______________________________________________________
P AG E
- 3-
Doors
Service Door
a. Service door to be manually operated outward opening design and equipped
with a latch to prevent accidental opening. Both doors shall have full-length
hinges, flexible rubber material on the closing edges to protect passengers’
fingers, and seal against the stationary rubber bottom step edge. No part of door
to ride in the stepwell area when closed.
b. Door control supports and brackets are to be designed so that interior chassis
hood operation is not obstructed or hindered.
c. Minimum clear opening to be 24” x 72”.
d. A header pad 3” wide x 1” thick to be provided over the interior door opening.
e. Exception: ____________________________________________________
Emergency Door
a. Emergency door to be single door located in the center rear section of the bus
with minimum clear opening of 33” X 54”.
b. Door to have upper and lower glass, grease type hinges, and a device to retain
door in open position.
c. A minimum 3” X 1” thick header pad to be provided above the interior door
opening.
d. Manual vandalock system with interlock to be provided. System shall not allow
ignition system to operate while rear door is locked. A buzzer mounted at rear
door shall notify driver when door is locked.
e. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Driver’s Door
a. Chassis OEM driver’s door shall be supplied.
b. An exterior step (running board type) shall be installed.
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Electrical
a. All wiring is to be enclosed inside removable body molding located above the
windows.
b. Wiring to be number and color coded. A complete wiring diagram to be available.
c. All wiring that passes through metal shall be grommet protected. Metal clips
required to support main body wiring harness.
d. Body to be wired so that vehicle ignition in off position kills all body power.
e. All electrical circuits to be circuit breaker protected.
f. 100 amp total capacity continuous duty printed circuit boards shall be supplied
and activated by the ignition switch.
g. Electrical access panel to be located above driver’s door. Diagnostic green
light/red light bulbs shall be provided in electric compartment showing function
status of components.
h. Spare wires for customer installed components must be installed on the bus at
P AG E
- 4-
the time of delivery; two way radio, antenna. (No Exception)
i. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Glass/Windows
Side Windows
a. Side windows shall be 2-piece 28.5 inch high minimum split sash type, with
stationary bottom.
b. Tinted tempered safety glass, mounted in aluminum frames shall be provided.
After market tint will not be accepted.
c. There shall be one vertically hinged push-out emergency window located on each
side, but not directly opposite each other. A buzzer shall be provided to alert
driver if window is opened.
d. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Rear Windows
a. Rear windows shall be non-opening type mounted in rubber, capable of being
pushed out in the event of an emergency.
b. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Front Cab Windows
a. Driver’s side window to be chassis OEM.
b. Saf-T-Vue window required forward of the entrance door to provide enhanced
driver visibility of loading zone.
C. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Entrance Door/Emergency Exit Door Windows
a. Rear emergency exit door to have tinted tempered safety glass.
b. Entrance door requires (4) clear tempered glass panes.
c. Exception: ______________________________________________
Heaters
a. Front heater to be OEM of the chassis manufacturer.
b. All body supplied heaters to be easily serviced and include cleanable air filters;
copper tube design with aluminum fins; and plumbed in parallel for maximum
heater output.
c. Premium grade Hi-Miler heater hoses shall be utilized.
d. Dual heater valves required for shut off bus heaters and prevent drain down shall
be installed in the engine compartment.
e. There shall be a 2-speed, 50,000 BTU rear heater wall mounted on
the left side.
f. A shut off valve shall be installed in the driver’s area to regulate water flow to the
rear heater location.
g. Exception: _______________________________________________________
P AG E
- 5-
Insulation and Undercoating
a. Ceiling, sides, and rear panels shall be insulated with a minimum of 2” thick
thermal-bonded polyester fiber designed to prevent broken fibers from entering
the passenger cabin through the required acoustic headliner. Thermal insulation
is to be fire resistant type approved by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
b. Insulation is to have an “R” value of 6.25 minimum.
c. Entire underbody to be completely undercoated with Tectyl 121 wax base
undercoating material (or approved equal). Undercoating to include all mounting
hardware, floor skirts, wheelhouses, bumper brackets and braces, and chassis
frame risers to prevent corrosion.
d. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Lamps – Signals – Switches to be supplied
a. Back-up Alarm: To be supplied with 97Db minimum.
b. Back-up Lights: (2) 4” diameter, mounted above rear bumper. Shall illuminate
when rear emergency door is opened.
c. Clearance Lights: (2) amber front and two red rear at corners. LED type.
d. Cluster Lights: (3) amber front and (3) red rear. LED type.
e.Directional Lights: (2) 7” diameter installed on the rear of bus at the belt line. Side
mounted amber directionals, (1) located behind entrance door below window rail
and (1) located on left side in same position. LED type.
f. Dome Lights: (2) in passenger compartment mounted over seat area.
g. Stepwell Light: To operate with clearance lights and door switch.
h. Stop Lights: (2) 7” diameter mounted at rear belt line. LED type
i. Tail Lights: (2) 4” diameter mounted in license panel area with license plate
illumination. Dual operation, stop and tail combination. LED Type
j. Warning Light System: Halogen (8) light system with hand control activation.
Driver’s control console to include switch to manually activate the red warning
lights and stop arm before opening entrance door while retaining normal system
operation.
k. Reflectors: (4) 3” round red reflectors, (1) per side on side corners, and (1) per
corner on rear.
l. Stop Arm: Specialty #6500, SMC series 6 electrically operated, solid state
mechanism with alternately flashing red lights. 18” reflectorized octagonal sign, red
with white letters.
m. Crossing Control Arm: Specialty #68600, SMC series 6 electrically operated,
solid state mechanism crossing control arm including magnetic retainer.
n. Switches/Body: The body switches shall be located above the windshield in front
of the driver for easy access and visibility. Rocker style switches to be supplied.
o. Strobe Light: A roof mounted strobe light that activates with the warning lights
shall be supplied. An override switch to permit manually activated function shall
be supplied.
p. Lift Lights: In compliance with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania requirements.
q. Exception: ________________________________________________________
P AG E
- 6-
Mirrors and Visors
a. All mirrors to be Pennsylvania and Federal compliant.
b. An interior mirror, 6”X30” with safety glass and padded edges to be provided.
c. Rosco “Eurostyle” exterior rear view mirrors shall be supplied and are to be
heated type. Nominal mirror size shall be 7” x 9” flat glass and 7” x 6” convex
glass on the right side with 7” x 4” on the left side
d. Rosco “Hawk-Eye” heated cross view mirrors to be supplied.
e. Single OEM driver’s visor mounted overhead to be supplied.
f. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Mounting of Body
a. Bus body to be mounted to chassis frame in such a manner as to prevent
shifting.
b. (2) bolts required to create redundant securement on each mounting bracket. If
double-bolted mounting brackets are not available from body manufacturer,
Texas U-bolts may be substituted.
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Painting and Lettering Requirements
a. Exterior body color to be National School Bus Yellow high solids polyurethane
type paint.
b. Roof to be painted white and warranted by body manufacturer.
c. Rub rails, wheels, and bumpers are to be painted gloss black.
d. All paint to be heat cured.
e. Bus to be warranted for 5 years unlimited mileage for paint adhesion.
f. Reflective striping to be installed perimeter of all emergency exits.
g. Front and rear header “School Bus” lettering to consist of 3M reflective
backgrounds with black lettering.
h. Flip signs or magnetic “school bus” sign covers shall be supplied
i. Lettering shall be consistent with current fleet requirements for design and size.
j. Fleet numbers shall be supplied and installed with required numbers and location
instructions to be provided to successful bidder at time of award.
k. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Roof Hatch
One Required.
Safety Equipment
a. The following safety equipment to be provided:
5 lb. fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Triangular reflective road markers
Wrecking bar
Seat belt cutter
P AG E
- 7-
Body fluid clean-up kit
Handrails on left and right side of stepwell.
Seating Requirements
Driver’s Seat
a. Chassis OEM adjustable high back seat with Type II 3-point seat belt with ELR
design and push button release.
Passenger Seats
a. All passenger seats must be designed and installed to meet Federal Motor
Vehicle safety standards.
b. Seats to be high back restraint type design.
c. Polyfoam cushions and seat backs to be covered with 52 oz gray upholstery.
d. Color coded seat belts (black, tan, burgundy) shall be supplied for each
passenger position.
e. Exception: ___________________________________________________
Seat Frames
a. Seat frames to be all steel welded construction with powder coated black finish
for durability.
b. Frames to have added reinforcement and anchor brackets to accommodate seat
belts with a minimum of 2 mounting bolts per foot to secure seat frame to floor.
c. Exception: ____________________________________________________
Barriers
a. There shall be (2) 36” wide padded barriers provided in front of seat assemblies.
b. Barrier frames to be all steel construction, powder coated black finish, and double
bolted to floor.
c. A storage pouch shall be integrated into the barrier located behind the driver’s
seat for storage of small items.
d. Upholstery to match seats.
e. A metal kick plate shall be installed beneath the barrier located behind the step
well.
f. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Stepwell
a. To be a two-step design with heavy duty marbleized black, gray or tan ribbed
treads and white nose edges.
b. A stainless steel handrail to be located on the left and right sides for ease of
egress.
c. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Storage Compartments
a. An overhead storage compartment with latching door shall be located above the
windshield.
P AG E
- 8-
b. Exception: ______________________________________________________
Ventilation
a. Body to be equipped with a static type, non-adjustable exhaust ventilator located
in a low-pressure frontal area of roof.
b. Rain visors required for the side windows. Visors to be formed into roof panels
and not attached so as to prevent leaks and corrosion.
c. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Warranty/Body
a. Body manufacturer is to provide a minimum of (5) year unlimited mileage basic
protection, covering 100% parts and labor during this time.
b. This basic protection coverage provides for structural integrity, anti-corrosion,
paint adhesion, and protection against seat frame failure under normal usage. .
c. Bidder shall provide a copy of warranty with the bid proposal.
d. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Additional Requirements:
a. 4” X 6” certificate holder mounted to bulkhead
b. Child Check Mate passenger advisory system with audible alarm buzzer
activated by ignition switch.
c. Auxiliary defroster fan shall be mounted on the door control assembly.
d. Front and rear mud flaps shall be supplied with rubber fenderettes supplied on
the rear wheel house openings.
e. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Make/Model/Year
a. 2014 or newer GMC TG33803 or equal
b. Minimum 12,300 lb. GVWR (no exception)
c. Cutaway design
d. 159” minimum wheelbase (no exception)
Specify Make:
Specify Model:
Specify Year:
Specify GVWR:
___________________
___________________
___________________
___________________
e. Exception: ________________________________________
Axles/Suspension
Front
a. Independent coil spring, 4,300 lb. capacity
P AG E
- 9-
b. 1.18 diameter stabilizer bar
c. Heavy duty shocks
d. Axle capacity to be 4,300 lb.
Rear
a. 3 leaf parabolic steel springs
b. 8,600 lb. capacity
c. Heavy duty shocks
d. 4.10 axle ratio
e. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Electrical
a. 160 amp alternator minimum
b. Two (2) minimum 800 CCA maintenance-free battery
c. AM/FM/CD/Clock to be chassis supplied with three speakers
d. Exception: __________________________________________
Cooling System
a. Heavy duty design
b. Water to oil transmission cooler
c. Exception: ___________________________________________________
P AG E
- 10 -
Brakes
a. Power hydraulic
b. Full four wheel anti-lock brake system
c. Front disc 12.5” X 1.5” rotor minimum
d. Rear disc 12.5” X 1.8 rotor minimum
e. Foot pedal actuated cable to rear wheel parking brake
f. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Engine
a. 6.0 liter (364 CID)
b. SFI V8 (Vortec) gas
c. 300 HP @ 4400 RPM
d. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Fuel Tank
a. 35 gallon minimum capacity
b. Mounted to left hand inner frame section
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Guards/Driveline
a. Driveshaft guards must be included
Heater/Defroster
b. Deluxe heavy-duty full channel heater and defroster
Air Conditioning
a. Front dash mounted air conditioning to be chassis OEM only
b. Warranty to correspond with and be provided by chassis manufacturer
c. Passenger compartment to be Carrier brand, rear in-wall bulkhead mounted air
conditioning that is tied in to chassis-supplied dash air conditioner for 53,000 Btu’s
minimum of cooling supplied.
d. CM3 skirt mounted condenser to be installed.
e. Refrigerant hoses must be quick click type.
f. Exception: ________________________________________________________
Instrumentation
a. Full gauge instrumentation to be OEM only
Paint
a. Cab and hood to be National School Bus Yellow
b. Chassis front bumper may be OEM supplied color
P AG E
- 11 -
Steering
a. Power steering – electronic speed sensitive
Tires
a. Tires to be (6) LT225/75R16D all season radials
Transmission
a. Heavy duty 6-speed automatic with overdrive
b. Auxiliary transmission oil cooler required
c. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Wipers
a. Wipers to be 2 speed, intermittent design
b. One (1) qt. capacity washer reservoir to be included
Miscellaneous
a. Halogen headlights; day time running lights
b. Brake warning indicator
c. Voltmeter, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge
d. Rear tow hooks
e. Tilt steering column
f. Exhaust to exit at rear, below bumper
g. Warranty: GM standard warranty (to be attached to bid)
h. Exception: _______________________________________________________
Body manufacturer make/model/year supplied:
______________________________________________________________
Chassis manufacturer make/model supplied:
______________________________________________________________
Engine make, horsepower, torque supplied:
______________________________________________________________
Delivery Date of Completed Bus(es) ________________________________
Authorized Signature:
Date:
P AG E
- 12 -