DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO:
VIA:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Board of County Commissioners
Terry L. Shannon, County Administrator 05 ,oz4
Jacqueline K. Vaughan, Director of Public Safety Y James W. Richardson, Coordinator, Fire-Rescue-EMS Divisio
September 23, 2015
Apparatus Grant — Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
BACKGROUND:
The Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department (Solomons VRSFD) is requesting a $247,000
Fire and Rescue Apparatus Grant for the purchase of an ambulance.
DISCUSSION:
In order to apply for this grant, Solomons VRSFD had to meet several requirements. The company adopted by
resolution formal procurement procedures, procurement committee standards and contract administration
policies. Apparatus specifications received the approval of the Chief's Council, Fire & Rescue Association and
the Fire & Rescue Commission. Finally, the Company has agreed to a promissory note through which the
grant funding would be repaid through service over eight (8) years.
This unit will replace a 2010 Ford F350 / Horton ambulance with 147,605 miles. The current unit has a service
agreement in effect through January 1, 2018, with a balance due of $44,822.73. In order to proceed with their
procurement, the department request that the BOCC to forgive the $44,822.73 balance on this current
agreement and release the security interest. Proceeds from the sale of the current apparatus are required to be
applied to the purchase of the replacement apparatus and equipment.
This apparatus was approved by the Calvert Fire and Rescue Commission for replacement due to vehicle
mileage and maintenance history identified by their Apparatus Rehab/Replacement Inspection Committee. A
copy of the Committee's inspection report and recommendations are attached.
The $247,000 requested is included in the FY 2016 Capital Budget for the purchase of the ambulance. The
County will receive a Security Deed of Trust that will complement the promissory note.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Recommend the BOCC forgive the $44,822.73 balance on the current agreement and release the security
interest.
2. Recommend that the BOCC approve the Solomons VRSFD Apparatus Grant request for the replacement of
Ambulance 37 and authorize the President of the Board of County Commissioners' to sign the Fire and
Rescue Apparatus Grant agreements.
Attachments
Coordination:
0942,0/5Julie B. aluda, Capital Projects Analyst
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Apparatus Review Committee
Inspection Report
Unit ID: Ambulance 37
Department: Solomons VRSFD
Make / Model:Ford F450 / Horton VIN #:1FDAF4GR5AEB09813
Year: 2010
Age: 4
Mileage: 115,145Hours: 4,554
Maintenance Record: ❑ Very Good Z Satisfactory ['Poor
❑ Unsatisfactory
Comments: Need chronological log added
Vehicle Use: (check all that apply) Z Emergency Response / High Speed
Drivetrain:
❑ Off Road
❑ Outstanding ❑ Good Z Satisfactory ❑ Poor ❑ Unsatisfactory
Comments: Oil leak noted, possibly related to recent turbo R&R
Chassis:
❑ Outstanding ❑ Good Z Satisfactory ❑ Poor ❑ Unsatisfactory
Body:
['Outstanding ❑ Good Z Satisfactory ❑ Poor ❑ Unsatisfactory
Electric (chassis): ❑ Outstanding ❑ Good Z Satisfactory ❑ Poor ❑ Unsatisfactory
Electric (body):
EjOutstanding ['Good Z Satisfactory ['Poor ❑ Unsatisfactory
Appearance:
❑ Outstanding Z Good ['Satisfactory ['Poor ❑ Unsatisfactory
The Committee is recommending that this apparatus be:
Z Replace❑ Defer & Re-inspect This recommendation is based on:Review of maintenance history, vehicle age, mileage,
physical inspection and interview of department staff
Committee Chair:
Michael Moore
Date: August 23, 2014
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RECEIVED
rAUG 2 4 2015
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
COUNTY ATTORNEY
„Terfr;')a004 John B. Norris, III, County Attorney
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SUBJECT:
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Jacqueline Vaughan, Director, Public Safety JkV
James Richardson, Coordinator, FREMS Division
August 21, 2015
Fire-Rescue-EMS Apparatus Grant Documents — Ambulance 37
Background:
Attached are the grant agreement documents for Ambulance 37 to be purchased for Solomons
Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. The documents assure that there is a security
interest filed on the vehicle title for the Board of County Commissioners, and that the department
provides fire/rescue/EMS services to our citizens for the life of the loan. These documents are
prepared as required by the County's Fire and Rescue Apparatus Grant Agreement when there is
County funding provided for the purchase of a piece of apparatus or vehicle for a fire/rescue
department.
A performance bond will be required from the vender awarded the contract to supply the apparatus.
Discussion:
None
Conclusion/Recommendation:
Your review is requested of the Grant Agreement documents. Please return the documents to this
office after your review and approval. Your signature is required on page 8 of the agreement.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF CALVERT COUNTY
Fire & Rescue Apparatus
Grant Application
COURTHOUSE
175 MAIN STREET
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
(410) 535-1600
Fire & Rescue Apparatus Grant
Application
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF CALVERT COUNTY
FIRE & RESCUE APPARATUS GRANT APPLICATION
DATE SUBMITTED
August 14, 2015
FUNDING FISCAL YEAR FY 2016
APPARATUS TYPE
Ambulance
NAME OF APPLICANT Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc.
ADDRESS OF APPLICANT 13150 H.G. Truman Road
Solomons, MD 20688
COMPANY CHIEF JOSEPH C. FORD, SR
TELEPHONE 410-326-6657
FAX 410-326-6599
EMAIL
PROCUREMENT COMMITTEE CHAIR CRYSTAL BOWEN
TELEPHONE 410-326-6657
FAX 410-326-6599
EMAIL
FISCAL OFFICER MATTHEW L. NEEL
TELEPHONE 410-326-6657
FAX 410-326-6599
EMAIL
FUNDING SUMMARY
COUNTY FUNDS
$247,000.00
COMPANY FUNDS
TOTAL PROJECT FUNDS
As the duly authorized represe/ )tive of the applicant, I hereby certify that the applicant will comply with the
:
above certify.
Chief.
h C. Ford, Sr.
O
iresident Bernard F. Shea
Fire & Rescue Apparatus Grant
Application
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Date
Date
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF CALVERT COUNTY
FIRE & RESCUE APPARATUS GRANT APPLICATION
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS
1. Verify approved County funding in current fiscal year Capital Improvement Program Budget
2. Complete the attached application.
3. Obtain signature of Company Chief.
4. Attach copies of the following documents:
•
Apparatus Procurement Procedures
•
Apparatus Procurement Committee Policies
•
Contract Administration Procedures
•
Resolution adopting Fire & Rescue Apparatus Procurement Policies and Procedures
5. Submit application package to the Calvert County Department of Public Safety.
6. No funds may be spent or encumbered until applicant receives a signed and executed grant award. If
approved, grant award documents will be provided within 30 days of receipt of application.
Attached to this application is Grant Agreement Exhibit B — Specifications Development Process. It is
highly recommended that work begin to develop specifications and obtain the necessary approvals as
soon as possible. This work can begin prior to the submittal of the grant application.
The Grantee will be required to obtain a Performance Bond from the vendor awarded the contract to
supply the apparatus. A sample Performance Bond is attached.
For assistance or more information, contact:
Fire/Rescue/EMS Coordinator
Department of Public Safety
175 Main Street
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(410) 535-1600 ext. 406
Fire & Rescue Apparatus Grant
Application
v. 7/1/02
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc.
Apparatus Procurement Procedures
These procedures establish the Company's formal methodology to be used in the selection and procurement of
new fire or rescue apparatus.
1. Establish the base replacement grant available from the county and the estimated trade or resale value of the
unit to be replaced.
2. Review apparatus being replaced to establish a list of features to be continued and/or changes to be
considered.
3. Research market to develop a list of potential vendors available.
4. Develop an Apparatus Evaluation Sheet that is specific to the type of apparatus being replaced.
5. Develop the apparatus specifications and submit for approval by the Chiefs Council, Fire & Rescue
Association and Fire & Rescue Commission.
6. Select the appropriate method of procurement based on market and vendor research. Allowable methods
include: Formal Bid, Competitive Request for Proposals, and Single Source Request for Proposal.
7. Initiate the procurement process to obtain final pricing from the vendor(s) to be involved.
8. Review the final submission(s) for completeness, accuracy and compliance with the specifications.
9. Complete the Apparatus Evaluation Sheet and score for final contract award.
10.Submit grant request package with contract award selection through proper county channels for purchase
approval.
11.Award contract and obtain all necessary documents and signatures to proceed with purchase including any
pre-payment item schedules.
12. FORWARD VENDOR CONTRACTS AND ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS TO CONTRACT
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER OR COMMITTEE.
ADOPTED ACCORDING TO RESOLUTION NO. 7
DATED DECEMBER 31, 2002
Fire & Rescue Apparatus Grant
Application
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Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc.
Apparatus Procurement Committee Policies
These policies establish the requirements and guidelines for the performance of members of the Company's
Apparatus Procurement Committee.
1. Each member shall have a minimum of five (5) years of Fire or EMS experience.
2. Each member shall possess a level of technical or practical experience as to qualify his or her opinions as
reasonable and valuable to the process.
3. Each member shall attend all possible meetings and site visits to maintain current knowledge of each step in
progression.
4. Any member related to or employed by a vender will be deemed to have a conflict of interest and shall be
prohibited from participating in the selection, award or administration of a contract.
5. Each member shall be prohibited from revealing confidential information or making promises to any vendor
involved in submitting bids or proposals for apparatus. Each member shall also be prohibited from accepting
gifts from these vendors.
6. Any breech of the above standards will result in the member being removed from the committee.
ADOPTED ACCORDING TO RESOLUTION NO. 7
DATED DECEMBER 31, 2002
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Contract Administration Procedures
These procedures establish the methodology to be employed by the Company in the administration of grants
and contracts related to the procurement office and rescue apparatus.
1. Meet with vendor for a final review of the apparatus specifications and contract to eliminate any
misinterpretations or misunderstandings.
2. Approve deposit payments to be made.
3. Establish a mutually agreeable site visit schedule to monitor progress.
4. Maintain a contract administration file that includes all vendor contacts; pertinent conversations; problems
encountered; solutions worked out; progress reports; factory visit reports and any situations or events that
could effect the process in any way.
5. Upon completion and delivery of the apparatus conduct a final specification compliance review before
accepting the vehicle for final payment.
6. Note any and all deficiencies found and record the agreed upon steps that are to take place to correct them.
7. WHEN VEHICLE IS FOUND TO BE ACCEPTABLE AND THE CONTRACT IS COMPLETE
THE PACKAGE WILL BE SIGNED OFF ON AND PRESENTED TO THE DEPARTMENT FOR
FINAL PAYMENT AND FILED FOR POSSIBLE FUTURE AUDIT.
ADOPTED ACCORDING TO RESOLUTION NO. 7
DATED DECEMBER 31, 2002
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Application
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RESOLUTION No.
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PERTAINING TO THE ADOPTION OF A POLICY REGARDING FIRE AND RESCUE
APPARATUS PROCUREMENT PROCEDURES
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the (Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department,
Inc.) to establish policies and procedures regarding apparatus procurement procedures.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the (Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and
Fire Department, Inc.) that the Apparatus Procurement Committee Policy, the Apparatus
Procurement Procedures, and the Contract Administration Procedures attached hereto as Exhibit A,
regarding fire and rescue apparatus procurement policies and procedures, BE and hereby ARE,
adopted. This resolution shall be effective on the date first written below.
DONE, this 31St day of December , 2002, by the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad
and Fire Department, Inc. membership at its regular meeting.
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc.
William C. Jones, Jr.
President
Fire & Rescue Apparatus Grant
Application
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PERFORMANCE BOND
(100% of Contract Value)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That we
as Principal and
as Surety; are held and firmly bound unto the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc.
in the penal sum of ($
) ; in words:
dollars for payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors,
administrators, and successors, jointly and severally, firmly to these presents.
The Condition of the Obligation is such, that whereas the principal entered into a certain contract, hereto
attached, with the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc. dated
for
Now therefore, if the principal shall well and truly perform and fulfill all the undertakings, covenants, terms,
conditions, and agreements of said contract during the original terms of said contract and any extension thereof
that may be granted by the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc. with or without
notice to the surety, and during the life of any guarantee required under the contract, and shall also well and
truly perform and fulfill all the undertakings, covenant terms, conditions and agreements of any and all duly
authorized modification of said contract that may hereafter be made, notice of which modifications to the surety
being hereby waived; then, this obligation to be voided; otherwise to remain in full force and virtue.
In witness whereof, the above bounded parties have executed this instrument under their several seals this
day of
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, the name and corporate seal of each corporate party being hereto affixed and
these presents duly signed by its undersigned representative, pursuant to authority of its governing body.
IN THE PRESENCE OF:
BY
(SEAL)
BY
(SEAL)
(PRINCIPAL)
(CORPORATE SURETY)
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GRANT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF CALVERT COUNTY
AND
SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD AND FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.
This Grant Agreement (this "Agreement") is entered into as of this
day of
, 2015, by and between the County Commissioners of Calvert County (the
Grantor) and SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD AND FIRE DEPARTMENT,
INC. (the Grantee).
RECITALS
A. Grantor has the authority pursuant to Article 25,§3 (w) of the Annotated Code of Maryland,
to provide funds to volunteer fire departments.
B. Grantee has applied to the Grantor for the type of grant assistance referred to in Section A.
above.
C. Grantor has determined that the proposed assistance is consistent with its legal authorization
and has approved an award of grant funds from the Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein
and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged, Grantor and Grantee agree as follows:
1. Purpose of Agreement. The purpose of this Agreement is to provide the Grantee with funds
that will enable it to purchase required apparatus for the protection of the public safety
against fire and other life-threatening emergencies. The approved apparatus is described in
Exhibit A (the "Apparatus").
2. Grant; Grantee's Funds; Grantor's Project Coordinator
a. In consideration of the various obligations to be undertaken by Grantee pursuant to this
Agreement, Grantor agrees to provide Grantee with funds in an amount not to exceed
$247,000 (the "Grant"). Grantee agrees to use the Grant only for the pre-determined base
Apparatus set forth and described in Exhibit A of this Agreement.
b. Grantee agrees to allocate and provide funds in the amount necessary to cover any cost
for the Apparatus described in Exhibit A over and above the amount to be provided by
the Grantor as specified in this Agreement.
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c. The representative of the Grantor who shall serve as Grantor's Project Coordinator for
this Agreement is James W. Richardson, or such other person designated by the Grantor
(the "Project Coordinator").
3. Expenditure of Grant Proceeds
a. The Grantee shall use and expend the Grant only in accordance with this Agreement, for
the Apparatus described in Exhibit A.
b. Grantee may not incur any costs for the Apparatus to be charged against the Grant before
the effective date of this Agreement, as defined in Section 19, without the prior written
consent of Grantor. Any pre-payment credits shall be applied to the Grantee's share of
cost.
c. If, upon purchase of the Apparatus as described in Exhibit A, there is a cost savings the
Grantee shall promptly notify the Grantor and the Grantor shall determine whether any
portion of Grant funds not yet disbursed shall be withheld.
4. Procurement Standards
a. Grantee shall use its own written procurement procedures.
b. Grantee shall maintain a contract administration system that ensures that contractors
perform in accordance with the terms, conditions and specifications of their contracts and
purchase orders.
c. Grantee shall obtain performance bonds from contractors or vendors.
d. Grantee shall make awards only to responsible contractors possessing the ability to
perform successfully under the terms and conditions of a proposed procurement.
Consideration shall be given to such matters as contractor integrity, compliance with
public policy, record of past performance, and financial and technical resources.
e. Grantee shall maintain a written code of standards of conduct governing the performance
of volunteers engaged in the award and administration of contracts. No volunteer, officer
or agent of the grantee shall participate in selection or in the award or administration of a
contract supported by the Grant if a conflict of interest, real or apparent, would be
involved.
f. Grantee shall maintain records sufficient to detail the significant history of procurement.
These records shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following: rationale for
the method of procurement, selection if contract type, contractor selection or rejection,
and the basis for the contract price.
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g. Grantee alone shall be responsible, in accordance with good administrative practice and
sound business judgment, for the settlement 411, contractual and Adniii*trativ.9 issues
arising out of procurements. These issues include, but are not limited to source
evaluation, protests, disputes and claims. These standards do not relieve the Grantee of
any contractual responsibilities under its contracts.
h. Grantee shall have protest procedures to handle and resolve disputes relating to its
procurements and shall in all instances disclose information regarding the protest to the
Grantor. A protestor must exhaust all administrative remedies with the Grantee before
pursuing a protest with the Grantor. Reviews of protests by the Grantor will be limited.
i. All procurement transactions shall be conducted in a manner providing full and open
competition.
Grantee shall have written selection procedures for procurement transactions. These
procedures shall ensure that all solicitations:
i. Incorporate a clear and accurate description of the technical requirements for the
Apparatus to be procured. Such description shall not, in competitive procurements,
contain features that unduly restrict competition. The description may include a
statement of the qualitative nature of the Apparatus to be procured, and when
necessary, shall set forth those minimum essential characteristics and standards to
which it must conform if it is to satisfy its intended use. When it is impractical or
uneconomical to make a clear and accurate description of the technical requirements,
a "brand name or equal" description may be used as a means to define the
performance or other salient requirements of procurement. The specific features of
the named brand which must be met by the offerors shall be clearly stated; and
ii. Identify all requirements that the offerors must fulfill and all other factors to be used
in evaluating bids or proposals.
k. Grantee shall follow specification development procedures as outlined in Exhibit B.
5. Methods of Procurement
The Grantee may use any of the following methods to procure the apparatus:
a. Procurement by sealed bids (formal advertising). Bids are publicly solicited and a firmfixed-price contract (lump sum or unit price) is awarded to the responsible bidder whose
bid, conforming with all the material terms and conditions of the invitation for bids, is the
lowest price. Any or all bids may be rejected if there is a sound documented reason.
b. Procurement by competitive proposals. The technique of competitive proposals is
normally conducted with more than one source submitting an offer. Requests for
proposals shall be publicized and identify all evaluation factors and their relative
importance. Proposals shall be solicited from an adequate number of qualified sources.
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Grantee shall have a method for conducting technical evaluations of the proposals
received and for selecting awards. Awards shall be made to the responsible firm whose
proposal is most advantageous to the purpose of the Grant.
c. Procurement by noncompetitive proposals is procurement through solicitation of a
proposal from only one source, or after solicitation of a number of sources, competition is
determined inadequate. Procurement by noncompetitive proposals should be used only
when the award of a contract is infeasible under sealed bids or competitive proposals and:
i. The item is available only from a single source;
ii. The public exigency or emergency for the requirement will not permit a delay
resulting from competitive solicitation; or
iii. After solicitation of a number of sources, competition is determined inadequate.
6. Disbursement of Grant Proceeds
a. The Grantor shall disburse the Grant by making payment to the contractor or vendor,
based on an invoice presented by the Grantee. Grantor shall coordinate payment with
Grantee to include Grantee funds to cover any invoiced cost above the Grant award.
b. Grantor reserves the right not to disburse any portion of Grant funds beyond that required
to cover the cost of the Apparatus as described in Exhibit A.
7. Security Interest and Service Agreement
a. Upon purchase, Grantor shall take a Security Interest in the Apparatus in substantially the
same form as attached Exhibit C. This Security Interest shall remain in effect for the predetermined life span of the Apparatus which is eight years. Value of this interest shall
decrease at the rate of $15,437.50 for each subsequent six months the Grantee provides
service to Calvert County, until January 1, 2024.
b. Grantee agrees to enter into a Service Agreement in substantially the same form as
attached Exhibit C for providing fire and rescue or emergency medical services to Calvert
County by utilizing the Apparatus secured with grant funds as well as other existing
apparatus, for eight years, or until January 1, 2024.
c. Apparatus shall be used by the Grantee for the purpose for which it was acquired or as
long as needed, whether or not the effort continues to be supported by County funds.
When the Apparatus is no longer needed for the original purpose, it may be used for
activities currently or previously supported by the County.
d. If needed, the Grantee shall also make the Apparatus available for use by other local
volunteer fire, rescue and emergency medical services companies, provided such use
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does not interfere with the requirements or purpose for which the Apparatus was
originally acquired.
e. If the Grantee wishes to replace the Apparatus prior to the termination of the Service
Agreement, the Grantee must:
i. Obtain approval from the Grantor; and if required by the Grantor
ii. Repay the Grantor for any remaining value as established by the Security Interest;
iii. Use all trade-in or sales proceeds to offset the cost of the replacement apparatus prorated to the Grantor/Grantee contributions to the original Apparatus.
8. General and Special Covenants
a. Grantee shall comply with the Special Conditions, if any, set forth in Exhibit D of this
Agreement.
b. Grantee shall notify, and obtain the written approval of the Grantor of any substantial
changes in the Apparatus as described in Exhibit A.
c. Grantor agrees to provide technical assistance to the Grantee, if requested.
d. Grantee shall submit to all standard and special Audit requirements as established by the
Board of County Commissioners of Calvert County.
9. Grantee's Certifications
a. Grantee is duly organized and validly exists under the laws of Maryland and has all
requisite power and authority to enter into and carry out the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement. Grantee has provided or has attached to this Agreement a certificate of
good standing from the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation.
b. This Agreement has been duly authorized, executed and delivered by the Grantee in such
manner and form as to comply with all applicable laws to make this Agreement the valid
and legally binding act and agreement of the Grantee.
10. Default and Remedies
a. A default under this Agreement shall occur if:
i. The Grantee fails to comply with any of the covenants, agreements, or certifications
made by the Grantee in this Agreement;
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ii. At any time any representation or warranty made by the Grantee shall be incorrect in
any manner;
iii. The Grant funds are not spent in accordance with and for the purposes set forth in
Exhibit A; or
iv. At any time during the period of the Grant there is pending litigation with respect to
the performance of any duties or obligations in connection with the Grant that would
adversely affect this Agreement.
b. Upon occurrence of any default, Grantor shall have the right to terminate this Agreement
by written notice to the Grantee. Grantee shall have 30 days from the date the Grantor's
notice was postmarked to cure the default. After the conclusion of this 30-day period, if
Grantee has not cured the default to the satisfaction of the Grantor, Grantor may
immediately terminate this Agreement.
c. In addition to the rights and remedies contained in this Agreement, Grantor may at any
time proceed to protect and enforce all rights available to Grantor by suit in equity, action
at law, or by any other appropriate proceedings, which rights and remedies shall survive
the termination of this Agreement.
d. A default under this agreement shall be considered a default under the Security Interest
and the Service Agreement and shall entitle the Grantor to accelerate the balance due
under the Security Interest. In addition to the remedies listed in paragraphs b and c above,
Grantor shall also be entitled to pursue all remedies available under the Security Interest
and the Service Agreement.
11. Indemnification
Grantee releases Grantor from, agrees that Grantor shall not have any liability for, and agrees
to protect, indemnify and save harmless Grantor from and against any and all liabilities, suits,
actions, claims, demands, losses, expenses and costs of every kind and nature incurred by, or
asserted or imposed against, Grantor, as a result of or in connection with the Grant. All
money expended by Grantor as a result of such liabilities, suits, actions, claims, demands,
losses, expenses or costs, together with interest at a rate not to exceed the maximum interest
rate permitted by law, shall constitute an indebtedness of Grantee and shall be immediately
and without notice due and payable by Grantee to Grantor.
12.Notices
All notices, requests, approvals and consents of any kind made pursuant to this Agreement
shall be in writing. Any such communication, unless otherwise specified, shall be deemed
effective as of the date it is mailed, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
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a. Communications to Grantor shall be mailed to :
James W. Richardson, Coordinator
Calvert County Fire-Rescue-EMS Division
175 Main Street, Courthouse
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
or such other person or address as may be designated by the Grantor.
b. Communications to the Grantee shall be mailed to:
Joseph C. Ford, Sr.
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Inc.
13150 H.G. Truman Road
Solomons, MD 20688
13. Amendment
This Agreement or any part hereof, may be amended from time to time only by a written
instrument executed by both of the parties.
14. Assignment
This Agreement may not be assigned without the prior written approval of the Grantor.
15. Severability
The invalidity of any section, subsection, clause or provision of this Agreement shall not
affect the validity of the remaining sections, subsections, clauses or provisions hereof.
16. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior
oral and written agreements between the parties hereto with respect to the Grant.
17. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be construed, interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of
the State of Maryland.
18.Documents
Grantee shall provide to the Grantor copies of all written policies and procedures identified in
this Agreement.
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19. Effective Date of Agreement
Two original copies of this Agreement shall be presented to Grantee for acceptance and
execution. After execution by Grantee, they shall be executed and dated by Grantor. The
effective date of this Agreement shall be the date of the Grantor's execution.
20. Terms of Agreement
Unless sooner terminated pursuant to Section 10 of this Agreement or by the mutual consent
of Grantee and Grantor, this Agreement shall remain in effect until the Grantee has
completed the term of the established Security Interest and Service Agreement.
WITNESS our hands and seals, all as of the date first above written.
WITNESS:
GRANTEE: SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER
RESCUE SQUAD AND FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.
By.
,--/Bernard F. Shea, President
Signature
SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD
AND FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.
6 IRLIcv LEPPrinted Name
WITNESS:
GRANTOR: BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF CALVERT
COUNTY, MARYLAND
By:
Steven R. Weems, President,
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SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD AND FIRE DEPAR UMENT. INC:.
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
Ambulance 37 - $247.000.00
EXHIBIT A
DESCRIPTION OF BASE APPARATUS
Solomon: Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.00
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad & Fire Department - Ambulance Specifications
EXTERIOR MODULAR BODY
FRAMES:
The module body shall consist of an electric welded, unitized aluminum roll cage structure
throughout. The framework shall consist of six individual frames that are constructed in such a
manner to insure squareness and flatness before being assembled into a box configuration.
MATERIAL:
All material used on any frame member, corner and upper cove shall be high strength aluminum
alloy. This alloy shall be 6061-T6 with tensile strength of 45,000 psi. The use of lesser materials
such as 6063 is not allowed due to its lesser mechanical properties. The ultimate strength of
6061-T6 is approximately 25% greater than 6063 alloy. Material certifications showing 6061-T6
alloy shall be provided upon request to verify the use of this material for all frame members.
WELDING:
All welding done on any part of the frame structure shall be done by welders tested in welding this
alloy and type of structure. Welders testing certifications shall be provided upon request. All butt
welds shall have 100% weld penetration using a filler wire approved for this alloy aluminum. All
welding shall be done in accordance with American Welding Society (AWS), Structural Welding
Code.
FLOOR FRAME:
The main floor structure shall consist of a primary load bearing support frame. This primary frame
shall consist of 2"x3"x.250" square wall tubular aluminum. This primary frame is of critical
importance to the structural integrity of the module. The use of channel sections or frame
members less than 2" x 3" x .125" is not acceptable due to its moment of inertia and section
modulus calculations are less than minimum acceptable. The secondary support frames of the
floor frames shall consist of 2"x 2" x .250" (square) and 1 1/2" x 2" x.125" (rectangular) wall
tubular aluminum. Areas between exterior compartments and sub-floor support members shall be
a minimum of 2"x 2" x .250 (square).
A heat shield made of 22 GA galvanized steel is attached to the underside of the Floor Frame.
The shield is creased for stiffness and deflects the heat of the exhaust from the modular body.
The heat shield is required for compliance with Ford QVM and good practice design.
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VERTICAL FRAMES:
FRAMES, Left and Right Sides:
The vertical left and right side frames shall consist of heavy duty custom aluminum extrusion
members. The vertical corner and horizontal upper "Main Beam" shall consist of an extrusion
with the minimum dimensions of 5 3/4 by 3 7/8 inches with a cross section across the web of
.1875 inches. Built into the inside edge of the vertical and horizontal section shall be an area
where the exterior door seal shall mate. This door jam area shall be designed into, and be part of
the main corner extrusion. Door jam sections which are welded in place are unacceptable due to
the possibility of the welds cracking which in turn leads to door and or exterior paint cracking and
failure. The inside door jam which is part of the structural member (not a welded section) shall
have minimum dimensions of 1 inch wide by 1 1/4 inches deep and have minimum side vertical
wall thicknesses of .1875 inches. This door seal and jam section shall be recessed behind the
exterior surface of the body approximately 7/8 of an inch to allow the door seal to be placed
outboard of the door latches and provide for a full uninterrupted hollow core door seal mounted
on every door. Each door of the vehicle shall seal on this integrated section of the extrusion. The
outer exterior mounted finish trim shall be sealed to the body during fabrication. The sealant
used shall be a high strength automotive product which can be painted. All parts which utilize
sealant shall not be structural members but just trim sections. The FMVSS 206 Rated door
closure bolt shall be mounted directly to this structural member and not to a welded door jam
section. Door alignment shall be maintained by discrete alignment grooves extruded in the
custom shape. This designed in feature eliminates the need for excessive adjustment allowance
which could become maintenance issues at some future time. The area of the structural member
which is in contact with the roof box beams shall incorporate a 1/2 inch flange to carry the load of
the roof structure and resulting static load when applied. This support flange is utilized to prevent
the need for the roof and roof structure to be held in place by the welds only.
The main support, structural members around the door openings shall incorporate a built in door
seal and jam surface similar to the one found around the main corner extrusion, with all the
strength and design features the same. Two distinctly different types of structural members shall
be used for different types of door configurations. Doors which are placed in the modular body
which are not adjacent to any other door shall utilize an extrusion with the overall dimensions of 3
inches wide by 2 inches deep. This extrusion shall form the two vertical and two horizontal door
seal, and jam surfaces. Doors of this type which are placed on the forward most or rear most
positions of the body, shall utilize the main corner extrusion with its built in door seal to act as one
side of the structural door seal and jam surface. For the same reason a door which extends the
full height of the modular body shall utilize the upper most main corner extrusion for the top
horizontal door seal and jam surface. Door configurations which have two doors adjacent to one
another shall utilize a structural body extrusion with minimum dimensions of 4 inches wide by 2
inches deep. Between each door shall be a minimum of a 2 inch structural wall and floor support.
Under no circumstances shall two adjacent compartments not include this 2 inch structural
member. Similar to previous door structural extrusions this member shall incorporate two built in
door sealing surfaces without the need for welding additional parts as stated previously.
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The remaining structural members of the vertical side frames shall utilize 2 inch by 2 inch by .125
inch thick wall and 1 1/2 inch by 2 inch by .125 inch thick wall structural box beam members. All
members of the side vertical frames shall be placed at a maximum of 12 inches on center. Closer
spacing shall be utilized in areas of critical strength requirements. Along the floor line, shall be 2
inch by 2 inch by .1875 inch structural angle attached to the side frame, which then during
assembly into a module shall be fully welded to the floor frame. These members shall act as the
main attachment point for the side frames, where the vertical frames meet the floor frame, and at
this point of attachment full welds shall be utilized.
VERTICAL FRAMES, Front and Rear:
The front and rear frames shall be fabricated utilizing the same main structural corner extrusion
as the side vertical frame along the horizontal top edge. The remaining structural members of this
frame shall utilize 2 inch by 2 inch and 2 inch by 1 1/2 inch by .125 inch structural box beam
members. These structural members shall be placed on a minimum of 20 inches on center. A
closer spacing shall be utilized in areas of critical strength. Rear facing door openings shall utilize
custom aluminum extrusions in place of box beam members as required. The door openings shall
be exactly as specified for the doors located on the vertical side frames as described previously.
ROOF FRAME:
The roof frame of the vehicle shall be fabricated from 2 inch by 1 1/2 inch by .125 inch box beam
structural members. The transverse frame members shall be spaced a maximum of 12 inches on
center.
MODULE ASSEMBLY:
The six frames as previously stated shall be assembled into a module, including the floor, front,
rear, two sides and roof sub frame before any of the exterior skin is applied. The structural frame
work shall be a self supporting body and not require the use of the exterior skin for structural
integrity. The framed body, without the skin shall be capable of supporting the required static load
of the vehicle per A.M.D. 001 specifications.
The floor frame shall be welded to the two vertical side frames at the area of the floor, in front and
behind the wheel box area. This welding shall be 100% continuous in these areas.
The full perimeter welding and center bonding of the exterior panels shall enhance the overall
strength of the modular body.
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SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION
BODY PROTECTION
Per Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standards, the vehicle shall be designed to protect the
occupants or equipment from side impacts. This shall be accomplished by: (a) Two side impact
rails with minimum dimensions of, 2 inch by 5 inch by .125 inch 6061-T6 aluminum alloy,
structural box beam member located approximately 24 inches from the lower side rail; and
approximately 18 inches from the upper side (b) full structural members which extend across the
body in the transverse direction between the compartments. Modular bodies that do not provide
this protection at each compartment location shall be cause for rejection of the vehicle.
MODULAR BODY DOOR PROTECTION
In addition to the vertical body sides, each door with a vertical height greater than 30 inches, on
the left and right sides of the vehicle shall incorporate a 2 inch by 5 inch by .125 inch 6061-T6
aluminum alloy, structural box beam members. Each member shall be welded to the interior door
extrusions. The structural members shall be placed approximately 24 inches from the lower side
rail. There shall be no exceptions to side impact protection in modular body doors.
EXTERIOR PANELS:
The two sides, front and rear shall be covered with .125" thick 5052-H34 stretcher leveled alumninum alloy sheet with tensile strength of 38,000 psi. The center areas of the sheets shall be
applied using 'Very High Bond" structural bonding tape. Before any tape is applied to the
structure, both the sheets and the structure shall be thoroughly cleaned with an approved solvent.
In addition to the structural bonding tape the exterior skin shall be welded along the perimeter
corners and along all door openings. This welding is only done in areas that will not show dimple
on the finished body module. The side panels of the vehicle shall be single piece and not welded
or fabricated.
Additional welding shall be done at the lower rub rail area where the body exterior panels meet
the lower structural support members. This welding is done to completely bond the exterior panel
to the substructure in an area where weld dimples will not show on the finished vehicle.
ROOF SHEET:
The roof sheet shall be a one piece sheet of .125" 5052-H34 aluminum. There shall be no seams
in the roof panel or any overlapping seams. The roof sheet shall be fully welded to the roof sub
frame from the inside. The outside perimeter of the roof sheet where it meets the upper cove shall
be 100% welded prior to painting. This 100% welding eliminates the need for caulks or sealers
and the possibilities of water leaks into the body.
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CORNER AND ROOF CORNER EXTRUSIONS:
The exterior body corners and coves shall be an extruded aluminum section made of 6061-T6
aluminum. Both the corners and roof corner extrusions shall have a 1 5/8" radius hollow
extrusion design with an inside flat mating surface. The exterior surface shall be designed to
form a smooth transition at all corners of the body. The corners shall be designed in such a way
as to provide an interlocking surface with the "Main Beam" extrusion. This surface contact shall
provide a weld surface to attach the corners to the main beam. The process of attachment shall
include threaded mechanical fasteners to pull the two surfaces tight prior to the welding. This
provides a completely tight interface surface. To enhance the corner waterproof integrity a
recessed sealant groove shall be incorporated into the exterior flanged surface which is in contact
with the body and roof exterior panels. This groove allows the surfaces to be sealed to prevent
water infiltration and pre-vent corrosion. The corners shall be designed so they are NOT a
structural component of the body, but means to provide a smooth exterior transition and water
tight surface. NO EXCEPTIONS. Designs which include an integral exterior corner
surface/structural member are unacceptable.
CORNER CASTINGS:
The upper four corners of the module shall have a cast aluminum ball corner that matches the
radius of the corner extrusions. This ball corner shall be completely 100% welded in place to prevent water leaks and finished to have a smooth transition at the corner.
EQUIPMENT MOUNTING LOCATIONS &
REINFORCEMENTS:
Areas within the body that have equipment mounted or items bolted shall have additional
structural-al members welded in place. The areas are as follows:
1. A .250" thick 1.25" by 2.5" structural angle to mount squad bench and seat belt restraints shall
be installed on the side interior walls, including left side attendant seat. The entire assembly shall
be tested and certified to F.M.V.S.S 210. Documentation shall be provided upon request.
2. Cot mounts shall be mounted/bolted to structural members welded within the floor structure.
Cot mounts shall be tested and meet A.M.D. Standard A.M.D-004. Documentation shall be
provided upon request.
3. Rear facing attendant seat pedestal shall be mounted to a reinforced structural channel
members between the frame members of the floor structure. The entire assembly shall be tested
to and certified to F.M.V.S.S. 210. Documentation shall be provided upon request.
4. The oxygen bottle retention bracket shall be bolted to a reinforcing structure within the storage
compartment. Under No Circumstances shall an oxygen bottle be secured to interior cabinets
only, they must always be bolted to a structural member of the module body. The entire assembly
shall be tested to A.M.D-003.
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5. Reinforcing plates for ceiling dome lights shall be installed between the roof frame members.
6. Double laminated reinforcing plates shall be installed in the front body frame for added strength
in the areas where the body is bolted to the cab, in addition to structural angles in the front frame
above the cab roof.
WHEEL WELL CONSTRUCTION:
The rear wheel well housings shall be designed to OEM manufacturers recommended
clearances. The inner well shall be formed to follow the contours of the wheel and be fabricated
from .125 aluminum sheet, and extend down to the lower body skirt level. Tolerances shall
include clearance for full tire chains. All wheel well housings shall be completely sealed and
undercoated prior to mounting the body.
LIFETIME STRUCTURAL WARRANTY
Manufacturer will warranty to original purchaser that the new emergency vehicle body (exclusive
of paint finish) is structurally sound and free from all structural defects of both material and
workmanship, and further warrants that it will maintain such structural integrity for the life for the
body. Warranty transferable subject to inspection by manufacturer. Bidder must include statement
of warranty policy with bid.
FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS
The Manufacturer shall certify that a Finite Element Analysis, using COSMOS, has been
successfully performed to simulate side impact crash testing to the ambulance body. Loading
shall conform to the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Section 571.208, Section 8.2.2,
Section 8.3.5, and Section 8.3.6.
The analysis shall show that the ambulance body will not experience a localized displacement of
greater than 3 inches in critical areas.
Documented proof of the analysis shall be provided at the time of the bid submission. Detailed
specifications and the results of FEA shall be provided upon request. This analysis shall be in
addition to certification of conformance to KKK-A-1822, revision F.
EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT
CONSTRUCTION:
The exterior compartments shall be fabricated from fully enclosed aluminum sheets. The floor
and ceiling material shall be fabricated from .125" aluminum sheets. Each compartment shall be
its own independent unit with two sides, rear, top and bottom, and not share a common wall with
an adjoining compartment. All vertical seams of the compartment shall be continuous one piece
bend or 100% welded construction. Overlapping caulked vertical seams are unacceptable. Each
compartment unit shall be welded to the inside of the structural door jam.
All compartments shall incorporate a flush sweep out design. No compartment floor lips or door
gaskets shall come above or protrude into the compartment opening at all.
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STEPWELL COMPARTMENT:
Inside the side entrance door shall be a recessed stepwell compartment. The compartment shall
extend into the body approximately 12" and be the full width of the side entrance door. The
vertical sides of the compartment shall be fabricated from .100 polished aluminum diamond plate.
The floor shall include non-skid turtle tile, removable with a drain/sweep out plug for ease of
cleaning. Aluminum diamond plate on the floor is unacceptable due to the slippery surface when
wet. The sub-floor of the compartment shall be fabricated from 3/16" aluminum plate to provide a
heavy duty walk surface which will not flex under foot. The upper edge where the stepwell meets
the flooring material shall include non-slip polished aluminum threshold trim which is screwed in
place.
EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT SHELVES:
All shelves as specified in exterior compartments shall be fabricated from .125" formed aluminum
diamond plate with a 1" flange bent up on both the front and rear of the shelf. The shelf shall be
mounted to heavy duty UNISTRUT shelving standards to allow for full adjustment. The front
edge of the shelf shall be finished with a Trim-Lock snap on vinyl edging.
EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT FINISH:
The rear and two side walls of the interior surface of the exterior compartments shall be
fabricated from 100% welded, .080" polished aluminum diamond plate panels.
CAB TO BODY WALK-THRU:
A cab to body walk-thru entrance shall be installed in the front of the body and rear of cab. In the
front of the body the module framework shall be positioned to allow for a minimum opening of 18"
wide x 50" high. The openings shall have a full perimeter 5/8" flange on the body side with 3"
radius in the corners.
The rear of the cab shall be modified first by removing the rear glass and replacing with .125"
panels and installing a full perimeter 2" x 1" x 14GA steel tubular frame door entrance. The rear of
the cab shall be cut away and have the frame welded in place and completely sealed. The frame
flange shall have a matching 5/8" flange to align with the opening in the body, and provide
approximately a 1 3/4" gap between the cab and body for flexing. Attached to the flange shall be
an Automotive Quality EPDM rubber bellows material with steel spring carrier attachment
completely sealed at the seam. The seal shall be semi permanent and removable if required at
some future time.
At the pass through floor shall be an aluminum threshold plate with a non-skid rubber mat
attached. Only one side shall be attached to create a full floating threshold between the cab and
body.
The entire perimeter of both the cab and body opening shall be finished with anodized trim. A
vinyl covered, padded head bumper shall be installed from both the cab side and the body side of
the walk-thru opening.
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BODY MOUNTING RUBBER DONUTS, TYPE I:
The modular ambulance body shall be mounted to the chassis in such a manner to facilitate easy
removal for future remounting with other manufacturer's vehicle chassis having the cab to axle
dimensions. Mounting devices shall be ten (10) high strength 5/8" Grade 8 bolts five (5) on each
side. Such bolts shall secure the body to the frame via rubber isolation mounting donuts. The
rubber donuts shall be mounted to the frame rail of the chassis utilizing steel outriggers secured
to the frame with (2) grade 8 bolts on the side and (1) through the donut.
Outriggers are fabricated from ASTM A36 3/8" steel plate with 1/4" steel gussets for maximum
strength. Mounting surface for the donut has a reinforced thickness of 7/8". ASTM A36 Steel
Plate has a Tensile strength of 58000 to 80000 PSI, and a Yield strength 36000 PSI minimum —
which is equal to the Chassis frame specifications.
A full length 2" x 5" x 1/4" mounting channel is attached with Grade 8 bolts through the donut.
Body floor frame is fully welded to the mounting channel at all cross members. Floor frame tubes
are a minimum of 2" x 2" x .250 (1 /4") tubular aluminum 6061T6.
THIS MOUNTING SYSTEM MEETS OR EXCEEDS ALL FMVSS REQUIREMENTS.
LOWERED SIDE SKIRTS:
The right and left side skirts of the body, forward of the rear wheels, shall be lower than the right
and left skirts aft of the rear wheels. This is to allow easier access into the side entrance door and
the left side forward compartment of the vehicle.
STEPWELL COMPARTMENT!
INTERMEDIATE STEP:
Inside the side entrance door shall be a recessed step well compartment. The compartment shall
extend into the body approximately 20 7/8" and be the full width of the side entrance door. An
intermediate step shall be fabricated as part of the step well area. This intermediate step shall be
an 8 1/2" step from the floor of the step well, and the actual floor of the ambulance shall be
another 8 1/2" step.
The vertical sides of the compartment shall be fabricated from .080 polished aluminum diamond
plate. The floor shall include non-skid turtle tile, removable with a drain/sweep out plug for ease of
cleaning. The intermediate step shall also be provided with the same non skid turtle tile on the
horizontal stepping surface. Aluminum diamond plate on the floor is unacceptable due to the
slippery surface when wet.
The sub-floor of the compartment shall be fabricated from 3/16" aluminum plate to provide a
heavy duty walk surface which will not flex under foot. The upper edge where the step well meets
the flooring material shall include non-slip polished aluminum threshold trim which is screwed in
place.
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CUSTOM DROP SKIRT
The drop skirt on the curbside ahead of the rear wheels shall be 6".
DOOR CONSTRUCTION:
All doors including personnel and compartment doors shall be constructed of a custom designed
extrusion made of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, used in combination with a "Bent Box Pan" exterior
door panel. The bent exterior door panel shall be fabricated from .125" 5052-H34 aluminum alloy
panels that have the exact properties and quality as the exterior side panels. Each door pan shall
be manufactured with a 3/4" sharp inside corner bend to minimize outside bend radius. The
custom extrusion shall be 45 degree miter cut and fit into the 3/4" recessed area of the pan. An
epoxy seal shall be applied between the door pan and the extrusion to seal each door in addition
to 100% welding on the outside corners of the door pan. The door shall have an overall
dimension of 2 1/2", with the primary door seal being mounted to the door at the 3/4" dimension
of the door exterior pan. The door latching hardware shall be mounted inboard of the seal in all
cases. The door shall have gussets welded from the inside and shall be reinforced in areas where
windows are to be installed and for areas where heavy objects might be hung from them.
The door extrusion shall be designed in such a way to provide two surface grooves which are
used for proper alignment of the door hardware concealed within the door. The grooves shall be
used for proper in-out placement of the hardware so that proper alignment is always maintained.
All slots and cutouts required for the rotary latches shall be machined or stamped prior to the
construction of the door.
Door configurations requiring double doors, shall utilize a structural member attached to the
adjoining edge of the second opening door. This structural member shall match the seal surface
of the door jams on the balance of the door opening. This member shall be welded in place and
be a permanent member of the door. Add-on or bolted double door dividers are unacceptable.
DOOR SEALS:
The door shall incorporate a continuous seal permanently attached around the entire perimeter of
the door. Automotive latching hardware shall not interrupt the seal surface. The seal shall be a
custom designed hollow core seal specifically designed for hinged doors. It shall be a "Dynamic"
type seal with vent holes on the outside edge to allow for easier closing of door against seal. Flat
open or closed cell solid rubber "Static" seals are not acceptable for hinged doors.
DOOR HINGES:
Each door shall be hung with stainless steel continuous hinges. The hinge shall have a 1/4" pin
which is staked every six inches to prevent the pin from sliding. The hinges shall be held to the
door and to the body using 1/4-20 stainless steel threaded machine fasteners every, 4" on both
sides, use of rivets on hinges is not acceptable. All hinges installed on the body shall include a
Dielectric barrier between the dissimilar stainless steel hinge surface and the painted aluminum
body. Only dielectric tape specifically designed for this purpose is acceptable. The tape shall
have a dielectric barrier of .0035" and have a dielectric strength of 10,000 volt. A close cell gasket
shall be added between hinge and body to seal any gaps caused by securing the hinge.
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DOOR LATCH HARDWARE:
Every door shall utilize an automotive type rotary slam latch. All doors used for personnel access
shall utilize two latches; one located on the top of the door the other at the bottom. Single point
hardware for this type or any other type of door hardware is unacceptable. The latches shall
meet FMVSS 206 standard and shall not be modified in any way to jeopardize its integrity. Latch
pins without heads intact shall be cause for immediate rejection of vehicle.
All rotary slam latches shall be activated by adjustable steel rods. Cable activated rotary latches
are unacceptable. All door hardware and rod assemblies shall be designed to minimize hardware
rattle.
Compartments that require double opening doors shall incorporate (2) point latches on first
closing door in addition to second closing door. The latches shall be activated by a handle in
each compartment door on the exterior which matches the other exterior handles on the vehicle.
All door hardware, including rods and latches, shall be concealed within the inner door panel.
Doors with any exposed latching hardware are unacceptable.
All door systems, including latches, hinges and body/door components shall be tested and
certified to meet AMD-002. Test documentation shall be provided upon request.
ANODIZED ALUMINUM DRIP
MOLDINGS:
Anodized extruded aluminum drip moldings shall be provided above all exterior compartment and
entrance doors. The moldings shall be attached without the use of unsightly screws and shall be
easily replaceable if damaged. This molding shall direct excess water away from the
compartment and entrance door opening.
COMPARTMENT DOOR BUMPERS:
Heavy duty tape on type rubber (Styrene butadiene rubber, SBR) bumpers shall be installed on
all compartments that may come in contact with one another.
DOOR SWEEP GASKET:
All modular body entrance doors shall be equipped with a door sweep EPDM rubber gasket. The
rubber shall be attached to the top of the door and prevent water from collecting on the top of the
door extrusion and dropping on the operator when the door is opened. The gasket/sweep
material shall be installed in such a way as to prevent being torn off and increase its sealing
potential when hit with a stream of water.
ECK:
All exterior door hinge bolts, inner door panels on both compartment and entrance door panel,
and door latching bolts shall be installed with the use of ECK thread locking material. (Vehicles
that are built without the use of ECK will be cause for rejection of the vehicle).
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TRIMARK COMPARTMENT DOOR
HANDLES:
All compartment doors shall incorporate automotive style paddle handles. This handle shall
activate an F.M.V.S.S. approved rotary style automotive door latch. The exterior handle shall
have a black housing and chrome release paddle. Mounting hardware shall not be exposed to
the outside for security reasons. All door hardware shall incorporate a custom designed rod
activation system. This system shall be use in at least 500 Ambulances in service. Prototype
systems are unacceptable.
TRIMARK POWER LOCKING
ENTRANCE DOOR HANDLES:
The right side and right and left rear entrance doors shall incorporate a Trimark automotive style
paddle handle. This handle shall activate an F.M.V.S.S. approved rotary style automotive door
latch, two latches per door. Single point door latches for entrance doors are unacceptable. The
exterior handle shall have a black housing and chrome release paddle. There shall be no
mounting hardware exposed to the outside for security reasons. The inside handles on all
entrance doors including the left rear door, shall be a matching automotive design, flush paddle
release type designed specifically for use with this system. Door hardware shall incorporate a rod
activated power door locking system. This system shall be used in at least 500 Ambulances in
service. Prototype systems are unacceptable. All rods used for interior door release mechanisms
shall incorporate anti-rattle devices to prevent door hardware noise.
All entrance doors shall incorporate a power locking unlocking feature. The control of the power
door locks shall be from a switch located on the driver's console. All handles shall have key
activated override of power locking feature.
GAS SPRING DOOR HOLDERS:
All hinged compartment doors and right side entrance door shall incorporate a pneumatic gas
spring door holder. The mounting bracket, piston end for the door side, shall be secured to the
1/4" gusset within the door. The door holder gas spring end shall be attached to compartment
ceiling. The gas spring shall be installed with a 10 degree pitch downward to improve function
and extend life of gas spring.
"A" COMPARTMENT TO CHECK PAST
90 DEGREES
The Gas spring door check on compartment "A" shall be set beyond the standard 90 degree,
open default position to allow easier access into this compartment.
"C" COMPARTMENT TO CHECK PAST
90 DEGREES
The Gas spring door check on compartment "C" shall be set beyond the standard 90 degree,
open default position to allow easier access into this compartment.
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"E" COMPARTMENT TO CHECK PAST
90 DEGREES
The Gas spring door check on compartment "E" shall be set beyond the standard 90 degree,
open default position to allow easier access into this compartment.
"D" COMPARTMENT TO CHECK PAST
90 DEGREES
The Gas spring door check on compartment "D" shall be set beyond the standard 90 degree,
open default position to allow easier access into this compartment. This allows needed clearance
for battery and pull-out tray slides (where applicable) and also allows for ease of moving larger
equipment in and out of the right front in/out access
REAR ENTRANCE DOOR HOLDER,
"GRABBER":
The rear entrance doors shall incorporate a Cast Products, Grabber door holder device. This
device shall hold the door at approximately 170 degrees. The door holders shall be securely
bolted to the vehicle substructure of the body.
COMPARTMENT LAYOUT
COMPARTMENT "A"
There shall be a compartment at the front of the body on the left side with dimensions of 20" W x
86" H x 15-3/4" D.
One (1) vertically adjustable aluminum diamond plate shelf shall be mounted on Unistrut shelving
standards in Compartment "A". One (1) 4" LED light fixture shall be installed under the shelf.
The compartment light shall be controlled by an automatic door post switch in the door.
COMPARTMENT "B"
There shall be a compartment on the left side of the body ahead of the rear wheel with
dimensions of 40" W x 42" H x 15-3/4" D.
Compartment "B" shall be equipped with one (1) full height divider and one (1) adjustable shelf.
The divider shall be fabricated from a 0.125" aluminum panel with flanges on top and bottom and
back edge for better attachment to the compartment. Divider will be finished off with a "Powder
Coat" paint process. The shelf shall be mounted on four sections of aluminum Unistrut, and be
fully adjustable.
COMPARTMENT "C"
There shall be a compartment on the left side of the body behind the rear wheel with dimensions
of 30" W x 59" H x 15-3/4" D. The compartment shall provide inside/outside access from the
interior of the body in the upper portion only.
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COMPARTMENT "D"
There shall be a compartment at the front of the body on the right side with dimensions of 20" W
x 55" H x 33" D above the floor and 14" D below floor level. This compartment shall allow access
to contents from the exterior or the interior of the vehicle above the vehicle floor level. The area
below floor level shall be accessible only from the outside.
COMPARTMENT "E"
There shall be a compartment located on the right side of the body behind the rear wheels with
dimensions of 24" W x 83" H x 21-3/4" D.
Compartment "E" shall be equipped with one (1) full height divider and two (2) adjustable shelves.
The divider shall be fabricated from a 0.125" aluminum panel with flanges on top and bottom and
back edge for better attachment to the compartment. Dividers will be finished off with a "Powder
Coat" paint process. The shelves shall be mounted on four sections of aluminum Unistrut, and
be fully adjustable.
If necessary the compartment door shall be notched to accommodate a stair chair stored in the
compartment.
COMPARTMENT "F"
There shall be a pull-out drawer located on the left side of the body over the rear wheels with
dimensions of 32" W x 5" H x 16" D.
COMPARTMENT DOOR PANELS:
Interior door panels on compartment doors shall be made of .100" polished aluminum diamond
plate held on with threaded fasteners that provide access for repairs or replacement of hardware.
STAINLESS STEEL DOOR SILL
PROTECTION PLATES:
Heavy duty stainless steel protection plates shall be installed on the lower edge of all entrance
and compartment door openings. The plates shall be a formed polished stainless steel angle with
dimensions of 1/2" x 1", by full width of the door opening. The angle plates shall be permanently
mounted without the use of screws and be removable for replacement if necessary. All edges
shall be filed and deburred for a finished appearance.
COMPARTMENT VENTING:
The exterior compartments shall be vented to the exterior of the vehicle. The vents shall be
located in the lower portion of the compartments. Vents are installed to allow air to escape and
allow the compartment door to close with ease. The vents are added to an area above floor level
to prevent road debris from entering the compartment. The vents shall have a total of 25 square
inches.
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DRI-DEK FLOOR MATTING:
Dri-Dek material shall be installed on all floors of the exterior compartments. The Dri-Dek shall be
custom cut to fit around oxygen bottles and mounted equipment. The flush sweep-out floor edges
shall include the Dri-Dek tapered edges.
RUBBER MATTING SHELVES:
A .125" rubber mat material shall be installed on all shelves of the exterior compartments. The
rubber matting material shall be custom cut to fit each compartment shelf.
SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR STEPWELL:
The floor of the step well compartment shall be lined with nonskid Turtle Tile mat. The mat shall
be removable for ease of cleaning.
MOUNTING HANGER FOR SCOOP
STRETCHER:
Compartment "E" shall be provided with a rubber coated "Femo EXL" Scoop hanger for hanging
of a Femo Washington #65 Scoop Stretcher or Femo #65 EXL Scoop Stretcher.
EQUIPMENT SECURING DEVICE:
Compartment "A" shall be provided with one (1) nylon strap with metal buckle for securing
equipment.
BACKBOARD RETENTION PLATE:
There shall be one (1) 13" tall aluminum retention plate installed across the top of Compartment
"E" to help secure backboards. The plate shall be installed 23" below the ceiling.
REAR STEP BUMPER:
A full length reinforced rear bumper shall be installed on the rear of vehicle. The bumper shall be
fabricated from 3" aluminum 6061-T6 structural channel and securely bolted to the vehicle frame
using high strength, grade 8, 1/2" bolts. The bumper shall have contoured ends and be covered
with polished aluminum diamond plate end caps. In addition, two full end gussets shall be
provided to support the bumper ends in the event of minor impact. The gussets shall be
fabricated from 3" x 2" x 1/4" structural aluminum tube 6061-T6. No exceptions to size of
gussets.
The bumper shall incorporate a design that allows it to be recessed under the rear of the body.
Any rear bumper design that does not have a recessed design shall be unacceptable. The under
body recessed bumper design allows the chassis frame to absorb minor impact without any
damage to ambulance body.
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LIFT-UP REAR STEP;
RECESSED STEP RISER:
The rear step bumper shall incorporate a 44" long by 9 1/2" deep, lift-up center section made of
extruded aluminum, "Diamond Back" safety grating. The step shall hinge on a full length stainless
steel piano hinge. Note: When the step is in the load position the step shall be totally within the
exterior of the body and shall not protrude beyond the door sill.
DOCK BUMPERS:
Two (2) Heavy duty black rubber dock bumpers shall be installed on the rear bumper ends, (1)
each side. The bumpers shall be 2" high, 10" long and protrude 2" outward from rear bumper.
The dock bumpers shall be bolted to the structural channel of the rear step bumper.
ALUMINUM DIAMOND PLATE ACCESSORIES
FRONT STONE GUARDS:
High polished .100 aluminum diamond plate stone guards shall be installed on the front body
corners. The guards shall be one piece & contoured to fit the 1 5/8" outside radius of the body.
The stone guards shall be removable for repair in event of damage. The edges of the diamond
plate panels shall be sealed with a closed cell gasket around the perimeter, to prevent moisture
from getting behind panels. All panels shall be removal if required.
RUB RAILS, "C" CHANNEL:
"C" Shaped rub rails shall be installed on the lower body skirt panels under the door line with
open Flanges pointing away from the body. The rub rails shall be Custom Aluminum Channel.
The ends shall be chamfered and all sharp edges sanded. The aluminum shall be protected with
an anodized Bright-Dip finish. The rub rails shall be attached to the body with .625 deep ruuber
spacers that hold the channel off the body. This spaced design prevents debris from
accumulating between the Rub Rails and the painted body. Designs that are not offset from the
body are unacceptable due to their tendency to accumulate debris. The rub rails shall span the
left and right side of the ambulance body on either side of the rear wheel opening.
DIAMOND PLATE FULL WIDTH STEP:
The curb side Cab step shall be a custom fitted, polish aluminum diamond plate cover, with built
in grip strut steps. The cover shall be bolted on, and be easily removable. All seams and corners
shall be 100% Heliarc welded for strength and a finished appearance.
The top step shall have half width to allow for easy egress in and out of the cab.
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DIAMOND PLATE STEP/SLIDE-OUT BATTERY
COVER:
A full polished aluminum diamond plate enclosure shall be fabricated and installed on left side of
the cab. The enclosure shall include a hinged access door to allow access to the vehicle
batteries. The batteries shall be mounted on a slide-out tray utilizing (2) heavy duty slides which
lock in the stored position. The entire diamond plate assembly shall be supported by a custom
welded steel support frame.
The top step shall have half width to allow for easy egress in and out of the cab.
REAR DIAMOND PLATE PANEL & CORNER
GUARDS:
A polished aluminum diamond plate kick panel shall be installed above the rear step bumper and
below the rear doors. The panel shall overlap. The step riser panel shall be removable.
Polished aluminum diamond plate panels shall be installed on the rear body corners. Panels
shall extend to the rear step riser, and protect the lower area of the body around the rear
recessed bumper step. The panel height shall be approximately 4" in height (dependent on
vehicle type)
EXTERIOR TRIM
REAR WHEEL FENDERETTES:
Polished Stainless Steel, rolled fenderettes shall be installed around the rear wheel opening sized
to allow for proper tire clearance. They shall be installed with a EPDM 90 Durometer rubber
gasket and shall be bolted on for easy removal. All hardware shall be concealed. Exposed
mounting hardware is unacceptable.
LICENSE PLATE HOLDER:
A recessed Cast Products polished aluminum license plate holder shall be installed in the left rear
body panel of the ambulance. The housing shall be installed with a EPDM 40 to 60 durometer
rubber gasket. It shall include (1) LED license plate light activated with the running / headlights
of the vehicle.
FUEL FILL HOUSING:
A Cast Products Polished Aluminum fuel fill housing shall be installed in the street side body
panel. The fuel fill shall be designed to match the O.E.M. mounting procedures and shall not
cause any undue stress on any of the fuel components. The fuel fill housing shall be completely
sealed from the inside of the vehicle and shall be installed with a EPDM 40 to 60 durometer
rubber gasket.
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REAR TOW HOOKS, PAINTED:
Two (2) Painted forged steel tow hooks shall be installed within the rear diamond plate step riser.
The tow hooks shall be bolted to the rear chassis frame using high strength grade 8, 1/2" bolts.
The tow hooks shall be recessed behind a 5" polished aluminum trim ring attached to the rear
step riser.
The Hooks are rated at 10,000 pounds for the pair.
UNDERCOAT:
The underside, modular body of the vehicle shall be undercoated using an automotive protective
coating and sound deadener.
EXTERIOR BODY WINDOWS
SLIDING SIDE DOOR WINDOW:
A Transportation Products, Inc 18"W x 22"H window shall be installed in the side entrance door. It
shall have sliding, 31% tinted automotive safety glass and be mounted within an aluminum black
anodized frame. The window shall be completely sealed and held to the door via an inside clamp
ring which matches the exterior of the window. The window shall incorporate a sliding removable
screen.
FIXED REAR DOOR WINDOWS:
Two (2) Transportation Products, Inc.15"W x 22"H windows shall be installed in the rear entrance
doors. They shall have fixed automotive 31% tinted safety glass and be mounted with an
aluminum black anodized frame. The windows shall be completely sealed and held to the door
via an inside clamp ring, which matches the exterior of the window.
INTERIOR MODULAR BODY CONSTRUCTION TYPE
STANDARD CABINET CONSTRUCTION:
The interior cabinets of the vehicle shall be completely constructed of 3/4" and 1/2" premium
grade, cabinet birch plywood. In non stress ares 1/4 " plywood.
Assembly of the cabinets shall be with 1 1/4 inch #8 zinc screws through 1/2 inch plywood and 1 %
inch through % inch plywood. In addtion 1% staples for both applications. and % inch staples
through % plywood. The staples are spaced approximately 2 inches apart and the screws should
be 6-8 inches apart. All wood to wood joints are glued.
Each cabinet shall include a reinforced attachment point where it is secured to the vehicle
framework. All cabinets shall be attached directly to the vehicle framework and all mounting bolts
shall be used, on a maximum of 12" centers for any cabinet.
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All cabinets shall be covered with high pressure plastic laminate and trimmed with aluminum
moldings for a finished appearance. Raw wood or unfinished edges of any kind including
aluminum panels are unacceptable.
When a full height left front cabinet, full height right rear cabinet, or a full height cabinet in the
right front exists in the vehicle, it will have rounded corners of radius 1.5" on the inboard vertical
edges. The rounded corner will be constructed from two extrusions made from 6061-T6
aluminum. The interior extrusion is designed to attach two perpendicular sheets of furniture grade
laminated plywood. The exterior or visible extrusion will be satin anodized and designed to snap
into the interior extrusion, so that it may be replaced if damaged. If the full height left front cabinet,
right rear cabinet, or full height cabinet in the right front have specific components preventing the
cabinet from incorporating the rounded corner design it will have the edge of the cabinet finished
with anodized aluminum three quarter round molding.
WALLS:
All walls of the vehicle shall be fabricated using 1/4" plywood covered with color coordinated high
pressure plastic laminates. All walls shall be held on using threaded fasteners.
ADJUSTABLE SHELVES:
All adjustable shelves within the interior cabinets shall be constructed from 1/2", high-density
polyethylene. The shelves will be mounted to Unistrut shelving standards. Each cabinet shall be
equipped with four adjustable standards for each cabinet and have (4) retaining clips for each
shelf. The shelf will have 2 securing screws attached to retaining clips. The shelf shall be the full
width and depth of the cabinet and shall include a 1"anodized aluminum angle on the shelf front
edge, creating a full length 5/8" high retaining lip.
HINGED DOORS:
All hinged doors shall be equipped with hinges and a locking Southco positive latching device to
prevent opening while in motion. All surfaces of the door including the edges shall be finished to
match the interior of the vehicle cabinets.
WIRE RACEWAY:
A full length drop down wire raceway shall be installed down the center of the ceiling. It shall be
finished with padded vinyl material to match the upholstery in the vehicle. Vehicles which utilize
wire raceways above or behind interior cabinets are unacceptable.
SOFFIT TRIM:
A vinyl covered soffit trim piece shall be installed around the perimeter of the interior cabinets
where they meet the ceiling. This trim shall be added to allow access to the cabinet mounting
bolts and provide a finished transition between the ceiling and cabinet surfaces.
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CUSHION AND UPHOLSTERY FOAM
PADDING:
The foam padding on all head bumpers and upper padded surfaces shall be a Volara 2A, closed
cell foam which is laminated and layered to a 1/2" thickness, to provide both compression
resistance and compression density. This laminated, closed cell foam creates a padded surface
that acts as an air-spring when compressed. This specialty foam naturally resists force and will
not "bottom out" upon impact and provides positive resistance to pressures applied in any
dimension,
The foam padding on all side attendants, squad-bench seating and all seating backrests shall be
a 3" Nimbus open cell foam with a # 1865 grade standard, which provides maximum rigidity while
still maintaining comfortable seating upon a variety of weight compression. This grade of open
cell foam allows the air to escape the foam under compression, thus providing a comfortable
seating surface. Also, the density of the foam does not allow the foam to "bottom out" upon
compression. The foam types used have low water absorption and vapor transmission rating and
excellent thermal insulation and chemical resistant properties
ADDITIONAL FOAM PADDED SURFACES:
A 1/8" thickness of Valera 2A closed cell foam shall be applied to the radius area of the ceiling
Heat and Air Conditioning duct work to provide a softer surface while enhancing the thermal
properties of the heating and cooling system.
The upholstered center section of the side and rear body entrance doors shall also include the
1/8" Valera 2A closed cell foam to provide a uniform appearance and a softer surface with an
increase in thermal resistance.
INSULATION
MODULAR BODY INSULATION:
The entire inside surface of the modular body, including walls and ceiling, shall be insulated with
a minimum of 1.7" (44mm) thick, AU 6020-2 High Performance Acoustic, Thinsulate. The thermal
property of this insulation is R, 5.8 at 44mm thickness. Areas behind heat generating light
fixtures shall not be insulated. The insulation shall completely fill the voids between the frame
members and the exterior skin.
In addition to the modular body insulation the interior surfaces of the rear wheel wells and the
exterior surface of the side entrance door stepwell shall be sound deadened with a composite
acoustical sound deadening material. This material is specifically designed for the reduction of
transmitted sound in single skin aluminum panels and shall not be substituted with other spray on
products or undercoating type material.
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MODULAR BODY ENTRANCE DOOR
INSULATION:
All exterior entrance doors shall be sound deadened with a composite acoustical sound
deadening material. The entire exterior skin surface of the interior door shall have this material
bonded to it. The modular personnel entrance doors shall have an additional thermal insulation
of 2" thick "Thinsulate" bonded in place, with clearance provided for door hardware.
MODULAR BODY COMPARTMENT DOOR
INSULATION:
All exterior compartment doors shall be insulated and sound deadened with a slow rise foam in
place insulation and sound deadening material. The entire exterior skin surface of the interior of
the door shall have this material bonded to it. The use of fiberglass or undercoating type material
is unacceptable in an exterior door application.
FLOOR:
The floor shall consist of %" Expanded PVC Polymer material. This material shall have .016 lbs
per cu in density and be impervious to fluid intrusion. An aluminum sub-floor shall be installed
between the floor material and the floor frame members.
FRONT BULKHEAD WALL
FRONT WALL PASS THRU:
Centered in the front wall of the modular body shall be a pass through opening. It shall have a
hinged door with a sliding window mounted within it. The approximate opening size shall be 50"
high by 18" wide. The door shall be held open by a gas spring door check, and held closed by a
Southco "D" ring type, slam latch assembly. The use of elbow latches or slide bolts is
unacceptable hardware for this application.
HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER CABINET:
The Heater/Air Conditioner cabinet shall be provided in the upper most area, centered above the
cab to body pass-thru. This cabinet shall be designed in such a way to allow for quick easy
removal of Heater/Air Conditioner unit without the removal of any other equipment. The interior of
the cabinet shall be designed to allow fresh air intake from the front of the exterior body and exit
to a closable vent located under the cabinet platform. The vent allows fresh air from the exterior
of the vehicle to shut off in the summer months for maximum air conditioning performance. The
lower platform shall also allow adequate return air flow to the Heater/Air Conditioner unit. The air
return shall have a minimum air opening in the cabinet for two 6" by 10" filtered return grills.
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ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION CABINET:
The Electrical Distribution Cabinet shall be located on the front left wall of the body. The cabinet
shall be approximately 16" deep x 18" wide and run from the floor to the underside platform of the
heater/air conditioner cabinet. All the main wiring harnesses shall terminate within this
compartment. Cabinet shall be provided adequate compartment ventilation.
The cabinet shall have a full-height hinged door with locking Hartwell trigger latches.
RIGHT FRONT INTERIOR CABINET (Upper Section)
RIGHT FRONT UPPER COMPARTMENT
HINGED DOORS:
The right front upper inside access cabinet shall incorporate double hinged 1/2" tinted acrylic
transparent doors. The doors shall have hinges that resist motion when moved to prevent doors
from swinging freely when the vehicle is moving. The doors shall also incorporate (1) Southco
Polished Stainless Steel positive type locking latch in each hinged door.
The cabinet shall extend from the top of the inside outside portion of the right front to the ceiling
of the vehicle. Includes (1) adjustable shelf.
RIGHT FRONT LOWER, IN/OUT ACCESS
STORAGE COMPARTMENT:
The interior right front storage cabinet of the vehicle shall be designed to provide access from
both the inside of the vehicle or through the exterior compartment door. The size of the
compartment shall align with the exterior height and width of the exterior compartment door area
above the floor level of the vehicle. The width of the compartment from the inside shall extend to
the pass thru area to the cab. Approximate dimensions 39 3/4" high by 31 7/8" wide by 19" deep.
RIGHT FRONT CABINET, ADJUSTABLE
SHELVES:
The right front inside/outside compartment shall be equipped with three (3) adjustable shelves.
The shelves shall be fully adjustable within the inside area of the cabinet.
RIGHT FRONT IN/OUT COMPARTMENT
HINGED DOORS:
The right front inside/outside access cabinet shall incorporate double hinged 1/2" acrylic
transparent doors. The doors shall have hinges that resist motion when moved to prevent doors
from swinging freely when the vehicle is moving. The doors shall also incorporate (1) Southco
Polished Stainless Steel positive type locking latch in each hinged door.
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PULL-OUT DRAWER RIGHT FRONT IN/OUT
CABINET:
The right front inside/outside access cabinet shall incorporate a heavy duty interior access
aluminum pullout drawer with interior adjustable dividers. The entire drawer and mounting
system shall be fabricated from .090" and .125" aluminum, including the door to the drawer. The
drawer shall include two side mounted heavy duty chassis slides rated at 300 pounds. The
drawer shall be laminated to match the interior cabinets and have a locking paddle handle. The
paddle handle shall be a full size 4" by 5" locking Southco paddle, and be completely recessed
within the face of the door. The back side of the handle shall not be exposed. From the exterior
of the vehicle the drawer compartment shall be completely enclosed and have a finished
appearance.
HASP LOCK:
One (1) hasp style lock shall be installed on the upper right front cabinet. A brushed stainless
steel scuffplate shall be installed behind the lock to prevent scratching the cabinet doors.
RIGHT SIDE SQUAD BENCH
SQUAD BENCH with 6" CUTBACK:
A full length squad bench shall be provided on the right side wall. It shall have dimensions of
approximately 74" long x 19" high x 14" deep. The squad bench shall have an inset area (for
extra leg-room) of approximately 6" at the floor face. The squad bench shall be bolted to
reinforced members of the framework utilizing 7/16" high strength bolts. The storage area of the
squad bench shall be accessible by lifting the seat cushions. The inside area of the squad bench
shall be laminated with high pressure plastic laminates.
The bench shall have upholstered padded 3" thick seat cushions. The lower cushion shall be
removable and easily cleaned or replaced if damaged. The cushions shall be held to the platform
with #8 screw type mechanical fasteners, which is permanently attached to the underside of the
cushion and platform surface of the squad bench. The cushion/lid shall be held open and closed
by gas spring hold opens and hinged at the rear with piano hinges. The mounts for the gas spring
shall be installed into reinforced areas within the seat lid platform.
SQUAD BENCH BACKREST, FIXED:
The backrest shall be vinyl covered, fixed (non-drop down) retangualr in shape. The backrest
shall match the color and width of the squad bench cushion, and be mounted so that it can be
removed.
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CARGO NET HEAD OF SQUAD BENCH:
At the head of the squad bench there shall be a floor to ceiling (cargo style) net in place. The net
will be secured to the bench seat, ceiling and the side wall. The net is to be adjustable and must
be able to be disconnected in the event a patient needs to be removed from the side body
entrance door. The net is designed to prevent seated personnel from sliding off the bench into the
step well or front bulkhead cabinet area. The net is certified to sustain a 2000 lbs load.
RECESSED STORAGE AT HEAD OF BENCH:
Recessed storage shall be provided at head of the squad bench. The stepwell area shall be
integrated into the head, (forward portion) of the squad bench thus providing a diamond plated,
recessed storage area. The approximate dimensions of this recessed area shall be 5"d x 12"w x
30"h.
SQUAD BENCH LID HOLD DOWN DEVICE:
The lid of the squad bench shall be equipped with a slam type positive closure device. This
closure device shall prevent opening of squad bench lid in the event of an accident. The release
shall be a stainless steel slam type Trimark paddle handle located on the outside surface of the
squad bench, and incorporate a catch device on the under side of the lid.
COMBINATION TRASH AND SHARPS :
A Combination Trash bin and Sharps container shall be provided at the head of the squad bench,
forward of wheel well. It shall be custom built into the top of the bench and provide a drop in
access for trash and sharps. Top loading hinged doors shall provide access to a removable
Rubbermaid plastic trash pail and disposable sharps container. To remove the trash pail or
sharps container for disposable, the lid be hinged for easy access to these container. The
trash/sharps bin shall be a self contained unit and be sealed on all sides to contain its contents
during transit.
OVERHEAD CABINET ABOVE SQUAD
BENCH WITH GLOVE BOX STORAGE:
An overhead storage cabinet shall be provided and installed in the area above the squad bench.
The cabinet shall have two (2) shelves, one on each side of the center support / divider. The
interior cabinet shall be provided with a full framed sliding transparent cabinet door which is also
capable of lifting for full restocking access to the cabinet. The door shall be held open with two
gas springs and held closed with two positive slam latches. The frame shall be made of a custom
designed aluminum extrusion and held together with (4) #10 mechanical fasteners in each corner;
glued or epoxied construction is unacceptable. The entire lower edge corner shall be padded to
prevent sharp corners.
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The area in the forward portion shall incorporate a glove box storage cabinet for vertical storage
of four spring loaded glove box holders. The glove box holders shall tilt down for changing and
have storage behind for four (4) additional spare boxes. The cabinet shall be approximately 23"
long and have an acrylic drop down door with Southco latch. Access slots shall be cut into the
acrylic to easily remove the needed gloves.
LEFT SIDE ATTENDANT SEAT:
A left side attendant seat shall be built into the left wall cabinets. It shall incorporate a 24" wide x
20" deep seat area with a cushion which is 21" above the floor, a backrest, and a separate
headrest. In order to prevent injury during vehicle motion both the forward and rear cabinets that
are immediately adjacent to the left side attendant, seat shall include full size padded head
bumpers with a 1" thick padding. Designs which do not include this padding are unacceptable.
All vertical surfaces to the front and rear of the seat cushion shall be fully padded and wrap
around the top of the counter to provide a full armrest.
LEFT SIDE ATTENDANT SEAT BACKREST:
A left side attendant seat shall include a full height backrest cushion which extends from the seat
to the ceiling. The backrest cushion shall be approximately 2" thick.
FIXED LEFT SIDE ATTENDANT SEAT
CUSHION:
The left side attendant seat cushion shall be permanently fixed to the base of the cabinet.
LIFE SUPPORT STATION
LIFE SUPPORT STATION/SWITCH PANEL:
The rear Life Support control and switch panel shall be mounted to the underside of the upper
cabinet. The oxygen outlets shall be mounted in the panel to provide use of a ball type flow meter
with humidifier bottle attached. The entire panel shall be hinged to provide full access of
components for servicing. An adequate area shall be provided alongside the switches for
permanent built-in installation of two-way communications radio.
SWITCH PANEL COVERING:
The switch panel shall be covered with padded vinyl covering which matches the upholstery in
the vehicle. The padding shall be 1/8" thick and glued in place prior to the installation of the
custom made stitched vinyl cover.
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LIFE SUPPORT STATION STORAGE
CABINET:
A storage cabinet shall be provided at the head of the Life Support Switch Panel. The storage
cabinet shall have a hinged transparent door with a Southco Polished Stainless Steel positive
latch and one (1) adjustable shelf within the cabinet.
LIFE SUPPORT STATION UPPER STORAGE
CABINET, WITH RESTOCKING LIFT-UP
DOOR:
A storage cabinet shall be provided above the Life Support Control Panel. The rear most edge
shall have a 45 degree angled panel to eliminate any obstructive corners in the area of the Life
Support Station working area. The 45 degree angle shall have an overlapping white acrylic door,
which may act as a dry-erase, writing surface. The door shall open to a storage area within the 45
degree angled. The rear surface shall be covered with a padded head bumper surface. The
storage cabinet shall be provided with a full framed sliding transparent cabinet door which is also
capable of lifting for full restocking access to the cabinet and one (1) adjustable shelf within the
cabinet. The door shall be held open with two gas springs and held closed with two positive
slam latches. The frame shall be made of a custom designed aluminum extrusion and held
together with (4) #10 mechanical fasteners in each corner; glued or epoxied construction is
unacceptable. The entire lower edge shall be padded to prevent sharp edges.
CUSTOM SETBACK:
The entire streetside wall shall be setback 6". The wheelwell area may be boxed in, if necessary.
MEGANITE COUNTER TOP FRONT
COUNTER AREA:
The counter surface in the front Life Support Station shall be covered with genuine "Silver Mist'
color, Meganite counter top material. The Meganite shall be permanently bonded and sized to
cover the entire surface of the counter area. The counter top shall have a 1" built-in lip around
the entire perimeter for containment purposes. The edge of the counter top facing inboard shall
be a 1.5" radius. ABS or other plastic counter surfaces are not acceptable.
FLIP-IN DOOR TO ACCESS TRASH IN
COMPT "B"
There shall be an access door to access trash can in exterior "B" compartment. Door to be
installed just forward of CPR seat, with access from Attn seat and CPR seat. The door will use a
pair of spring loaded hinges to keep the door from free swinging.
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FLIP-IN DOOR TO ACCESS SHARPS IN
COMPT "B"
There shall be an access door to access a sharps container in exterior "B" compartment. Door to
be installed just forward of CPR seat, with access from Attn seat and CPR seat. The door will use
a pair of spring loaded hinges to keep the door from free swinging. The door shall be red in color.
LEFT REAR STORAGE CABINETS
LEFT REAR INTERIOR/EXTERIOR ACCESS
CABINET, LOWER:
A storage cabinet shall be provided in the lower left rear corner of the body above counter level
and provide inside/outside access to compartment "C". The cabinet shall have two (2) hinged
transparent doors, each with a Southco Polished Stainless Steel positive latching device.
LEFT REAR INTERIOR CABINET, UPPER
WITH RESTOCKING LIFT-UP DOOR:
A storage cabinet shall be provided in the upper left rear corner of the body, the forward most
edge shall have a 45 degree angled panel. The storage cabinet shall be provided with a full
framed sliding transparent cabinet door which is also capable of lifting for full restocking access to
the cabinet. The door shall be held open with two gas springs and held closed with two positive
slam latches. The frame shall be made of a custom designed aluminum extrusion and held
together with (4) #10 mechanical fasteners in each corner; glued or epoxied construction is
unacceptable. Two (2) adjustable shelves shall be provided within the cabinet, each with a 2" lip.
The entire lower edge shall be padded to prevent sharp edges.
The forward most edge shall have a 45 degree angled panel to eliminate any obstructive corners
in the rear area of the left side attendant seat. The 45 degree angle shall have an overlapping
white acrylic door, which may act as a dry-erase, writing surface. The door shall open to a
storage area within the 45 degree angled.
MEGANITE COUNTER TOP REAR COUNTER
AREA:
The counter surface in the rear counter area shall be covered with genuine "Silver Mist" colored,
Meganite counter top material. The Meganite shall be permanently bonded and sized to cover
the entire surface of the counter area. The counter top shall have a 1" built-in lip around the
entire perimeter for containment purposes. The edge of the counter top facing inboard shall be a
1.5" radius. ABS or other plastic surfaces are not an acceptable substitution.
TIP-OUT SHARPS CONTAINER:
A tip-out sharps container shall be provided below the counter level rearward of the left side
attendant seat. It shall be custom built into the cabinet and provide a hinged tip out door and
Southco Polished Stainless Steel latch to access an 8 qt. disposable Sharps Container.
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RIGHT REAR IN/OUT ACCESS DOOR:
Inside access shall be provided to Compartment "E". A 1/2" hinged acrylic door with polished
stainless steel Southco latch shall be provided.
INTERIOR CABINET DOORS
CLEAR TRANSPARENT DOORS:
All transparent doors where specified in this specification shall have clear Lexan sliding doors. All
sliding doors shall be installed in double, anodized aluminum tracks with Standard Products
rubber flocked inserts to prevent movement and inadvertent sliding. Hinged transparent doors
when specified will be provided as 1/2" clear Acrylic.
The hinged doors on the left rear middle cabinet shall be tined.
FULL LENGTH HANDLES ON TRANSPARENT
DOORS:
All sliding doors shall have anodized aluminum full length pull handles installed on the leading
outside edge of the door. An anodized trim shall be installed on the edge of the following side of
the door for a finished appearance. The use of finger holes or screw on cabinet handles is
unacceptable.
POSITIVE CLOSURE DEVICES ON HINGED
DOORS:
All hinged doors shall be equipped with a positive closure device such as a polished stainless
steel Southco slam latch. Magnet or roller type catches are unacceptable hardware for this
application. The use of positive latching types of hardware will prevent inadvertent opening when
in motion.
ADJUSTABLE LEXAN DIVIDERS:
There shall be eighteen (18) adjustable lexan dividers installed in the following cabinets:
Six (6) in the left rear upper cabinet — (3) above the shelf and (3) below the shelf
Twelve (12) in the cabinet above the LSS — (6) above the shelf and (6) below the shelf
UNISTRUT SHELVING STANDARDS,
INTERIOR CABINET SHELVES:
The interior cabinets of the vehicle shall be provided with Unistrut shelving standards. The
standards shall be aluminum with the approximate dimensions of 3/8" by 1" wide. The Unistrut
shall be securely fastened to the interior of the cabinets with #10 threaded fasteners.
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INTERIOR ENTRANCE DOORS
All entrance door panels shall be mounted with machine screw threaded fasteners which are
installed with thread locking, Loc-Tite material.
INTERIOR ENTRANCE DOOR PANELS:
The inside surface of the right side and rear entrance doors shall have three (3) sections. The
upper shall be an aluminum panel covered with high pressure plastic laminates which matches
the interior cabinets. The center area which covers the door hardware shall be a padded vinyl
section and the lower panel shall be a single piece of polished aluminum diamond plate, to act as
a wear surface. The panels shall be held in place with threaded mechanical fasteners and be
removable for servicing of door hardware.
ABOVE DOOR HEAD BUMPERS
SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR HEAD BUMPER:
A cushioned, matching vinyl covered "bump protection" head bumper shall be mounted in the
interior of the side entrance door area. It shall be designed to provide both onward and upward
contact protection
REAR ENTRANCE DOOR HEAD BUMPER:
A cushioned, matching vinyl covered "bump protection" head bumper shall be mounted in the
interior above the Rear entrance doors. It shall be designed to provide both onward and upward
contact protection
INTERIOR GRAB RAILS
GRAB RAIL RETENTION:
All ceiling grab rails installed in the ambulance shall meet the requirements of the A.M.D grab rail
retention test. Test documentation shall be provided upon request.
72" CEILING GRAB RAIL, OVER SQUAD
BENCH:
A satin finish stainless steel grab rail shall be installed in the ceiling over the squad bench. It shall
be 72" long x 1 1/4" in diameter with welded stanchions every 24". It shall have fully radiused
ends to eliminate a head injury hazard. The use of grab rails which do not have fully welded
construction is unacceptable. The grab rail shall be bolted directly to the structure members of the
ceiling framework.
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72" CEILING GRAB RAIL OVER COT:
A satin finish stainless steel grab rail shall be installed in the ceiling over the cot. It shall be 72"
long x 1 1/4" in diameter with welded stanchions every 24". It shall have fully radiused ends to
eliminate a head injury hazard. The use of grab rails which do not have fully welded construction
is unacceptable. The grab rail shall be bolted directly to the structure members of the ceiling
frame work.
18" STAINLESS STEEL GRAB HANDLES
REAR DOORS:
One (1) 18" satin finish stainless steel grab handle shall be installed at each rear entrance door.
Each shall be fabricated from 1 1/4" diameter tube and have radiused ends, which match the
over-head grab rail.
SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR GRAB RAIL, 45
DEGREE:
The side entrance door shall be equipped with a custom built 45 degree grab handle which
extends from under the door window in the horizontal plane and then diagonally to the lower
outside corner of the door. The grab rail shall be fabricated from satin finish stainless steel 1 1/4"
diameter tube with fully welded construction. The grab handle shall be bolted directly to the
structural members with the door with the use 1/4-20 threaded fasteners.
REAR ENTRANCE DOOR GRAB RAILS, 45
DEGREE:
The rear entrance doors shall be equipped with two custom built 45 degree grab handle which
extends from under the door window in the horizontal plane and then diagonally to the lower
outside corner of the door. The grab rails shall be fabricated from satin finish stainless steel 1
1/4" diameter tube with fully welded construction. The grab handles shall be bolted directly to the
structural members with the door with the use 1/4-20 threaded fasteners.
SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELTS, SQUAD BENCH:
Three (3) sets of lap seat belts shall be installed for persons seated on the squad bench. All seat
belts shall have enclosed automatic locking retractors with push button releases. All seat belts
and seat belt mounts shall be tested to F.M.V.S.S. 210 and Federal Specifications KKK-A-1822.
Documentation shall be available upon request.
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SEAT BELT, REAR FACING ATTENDANT
SEAT:
One (1) lap seat belt shall be installed at the rear facing attendant seat. The seat belt shall have
enclosed automatic locking retractors with push button releases. The seat belt and seat belt
mount shall be tested to F.M.V.S.S. 210 and Federal Specifications KKK-A-1822. Documentation
shall be available upon request.
SEAT BELT, LEFT SIDE ATTENDANT SEAT:
One (1) Seat belt shall be installed at the left side attendant seat. The seat belt shall have
enclosed automatic locking retractors with push button releases. The seat belt and seat belt
mount shall be tested to F.M.V.S.S. 210 and Federal Specifications KKK-A-1822. Documentation
shall be available upon request.
SQUAD BENCH PATIENT RESTRAINTS:
Three (3) matching seat belts shall be installed on the face of the squad bench which can be
used for securing a second patient. The belts shall be securely attached to the structure of the
ambulance and be automatic adjusting.
COT MOUNTING
COT MOUNT, STRYKER:
A single position STRYKER, completely removable Model #6370 cot mount shall be installed in
the center position of the ambulance. The mount shall be aligned to hold a STRYKER cot and the
mounting to the vehicle shall be certified to meet AMD standard 004 litter retention test. Test
documentation shall be provided upon request.
Mounting hardware installed to secure a Stryker Power-Pro XT Model 6500 .
PERMANENT MOUNTED IV HOLDER
RECESSED DUAL IV HOLDER, OVER SQUAD
BENCH:
One (1) Cast Products Rubber "Recessed" dual IV holder shall be installed in the ceiling over
squad bench. The holder shall be bolted to reinforcing plates located within the ceiling and
include a Velcro strap for securing IV during transport.
CEILING IV HOLDERS, FACING CENTER
RACEWAY:
The Cast Products Rubber "Recessed" dual IV holder shall be installed perpendicular to the
center raceway.
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INTERIOR SURFACE FINISHES AND COLORS
CEILING PANEL:
The ceiling panel of the ambulance shall be Kydex-T, high impact thermoplastic panel laminated
to a 1/4" subpanel. The entire assembly shall be bolted directly to the ceiling structural
framework. The panel shall be the fire retardant grade of Kydex-T. All components (Including
Lights, IV Holders and Grab Rails) mounted to the ceiling shall be mounted to the structural frame
work of the ceiling. Under no circumstances shall anything be mounted to the ceiling panel only.
The ceiling panel shall be attached to the vehicle framework without the use of visible hardware.
INTERIOR COLORS:
The interior color of the upper laminated cabinets shall be Fashion Grey with a high gloss finish.
The interior color of the lower laminated cabinets shall be Fashion Grey with a high gloss finish.
INTERIOR UPHOLSTERY AND PADDED SURFACES
HEAD BUMPERS:
Vinyl padded head bumpers shall be installed in areas where head injury can occur. One (1)
located at the rear door, one (1) at the side door and one (1) at the cab to body door. Full
padding shall be provided around the cabinets on the left side attendant seat area.
HEAVY DUTY UPHOLSTERY, SEAMLESS:
All upholstery used in the vehicle shall be a High Quality Automotive Grade Vinyl Upholstery. All
upholstery shall be seamless flat upholstery utilizing minimal stitching on the outside corners. All
material shall meet the requirements of FMVSS 302.
Upholstery Color: Gray
REAR FACING ATTENDANT SEAT
ATTENDANT SEAT, EVS WITH CHILD SEAT,
3 POINT HARNESS, ABS BACK, SEWN
VINYL, GRAY:
The ambulance shall be provided with an EVS brand, model 18703 rear facing attendant seat.
The seat shall include a built-in child seat, three point harness, ABS seat back and be mounted
on an EVS brand, model SB-2 base. Seat shall have forward and back adjustment. All seats and
seat installations shall be tested and certified to meet FMVSS standards. It shall be covered in
sewn gray upholstery to match the balance of the vinyl in the ambulance.
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INTERIOR FLOORING FINISH
LONPLATE II DIAMOND PLATE FLOORING:
A Commercial Quality LONSEAL Mfg Lonplate II diamond plate floor covering shall be installed.
It shall be applied over a prepared Polymer floor surface, with all seams filler patched, to
eliminate holes or bubbles in the flooring surface. Color shall be Gunpowder
ROLL-UP FLOORING 3":
The flooring on both the left side wall and right side squad bench shall incorporate a three inch
roll-up section of the vinyl flooring material. The flooring material shall be finished with an
anodized aluminum trim. The trim shall be secured in place with mechanical fasteners and have
a tapered top surface to prevent accumulation of dirt and foreign material. The under side shall
be designed in such a way to prevent infiltration behind the trim. This is required to eliminate the
possibility of foreign liquid material from becoming trapped behind the flooring where it cannot be
disinfected.
DRIVERS CAB CONSOLE
CAB CONSOLE, TYPE I LOWER:
An individually custom designed Radio and Siren Console shall be provided and mounted to the
floor of the cab. It shall be equipped with a removable lid for access when servicing. The Console
shall follow the contours of the floor to minimize its protrusion. The console shall be covered with
a 1/4" padded black vinyl to match interior. All switches and controls shall be within easy reach of
both the driver and passenger.
COMPUTER DOCKING STATION:
One (1) customer supplied docking station shall be installed in the cab console. Power shall be
provided.
INTERIOR MOUNTED EQUIPMENT
GLOVE BOX HOLDERS:
Three (3) stainless steel hospital quality glove box holders shall be installed on the curbside entry
door.
"FASTEN SEAT BELT" AND "NO SMOKING"
SIGNS:
Two (2) large face "No Smoking" signs and one (1) Fasten Seat Belt sign shall be installed in the
patient compartment of the ambulance.
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OXYGEN AND ASPIRATION SYSTEMS
OXYGEN SYSTEM:
The Oxygen delivery system shall consist of a permanent mount DOT approved Medical Oxygen
Cylinder. The oxygen line from the cylinder to the distribution outlets shall be oxygen cleaned,
high pressure electrically conductive, "Green" hose with swaged fittings. All fittings and hardware
used shall be Medical Oxygen Quality and cleaned for oxygen use.
All oxygen hose shall be encased in high temperature protective loom to avoid chafing and
physical damage. All fittings shall be completely accessible for service or inspection without the
removal of any cabinets or wall panels.
The entire system shall be installed, inspected, tested and labeled per the requirements of
Federal Specifications KKK-A-1822.
The oxygen storage cylinder shall be accessible through a transparent door for manual on/off
control of the main valve and to visually monitor the tank pressure on the regulator gauge.
OXYGEN SYSTEM:
The oxygen, vacuum and air systems in the vehicle shall be compatible with OHIO equipment
unless otherwise specified.
SINGLE OXYGEN OUTLET:
One (1) Amico AMI ZTH0101 Single oxygen outlet shall be flush mounted within the Life Support
Station panel. The distance from the primary patient to the Life Support Station shall not exceed
35" per the requirements of KKK-A-1822.
CEILING MOUNTED OXYGEN OUTLET:
An Amico AMIZTH0101 oxygen outlet shall be installed in the front ceiling raceway 88" off rear
doors. The outlet shall be near flush in the ducted climate control center wire raceway and not
protrude more than 1/2" below the ceiling panel.
OXYGEN SHUT OFF SOLENOID:
An Amico AMIZTH0120 electric powered oxygen shut off solenoid shall be installed and mounted
on the output of the oxygen bottle regulator. It shall be controlled by a switch located at the rear
Life Support Panel. The solenoid shall be approved for medical oxygen use and be equipped
with a manual override valve (in the event the electric solenoid may fail to open the valve). An
electrical rectifier shall be installed in the circuit to prevent voltage spikes from entering the
electrical system.
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ELECTRIC SUCTION/ASPIRATION SYSTEM:
The vehicle shall be equipped with a permanently installed Suction/Aspiration System. The
system shall be equipped with a high volume Thomas electric suction pump certified for use in all
states, with a 30 liter per minute flow rate. The pump shall be activated from a relay controlled
circuit and switch, on the Life Support switch panel. The pump shall be mounted in an enclosed
compartment using rubber isolators to minimize any noise and vibration when in use. The pump
shall be connected to an onboard collection bottle permanently attached to the counter near the
primary patient. The connecting hose shall be fiber reinforced medical hose and loomed to
prevent chafing. The entire system shall be tested and meet the criteria of KKK-A-1822. Test
Documentation shall be available upon request. As with the oxygen delivery system all fittings
and lines shall be accessible for inspection and service without the removal of cabinets or walls.
SSCOR DISPOSABLE COLLECTION
SYSTEM:
On Board suction shall be provided with a SSCOR disposable system. System shall include
SSCOR wall mounted white faced, regulator and disposable Bemis collection bottle mounted in
stainless steel bracket mounted on wall per customer location.
OXYGEN PRESSURE GAUGE, TANK
PRESSURE:
An oxygen pressure gauge; 2" analog dial for tank pressure shall be installed in the Life Support
Station area of the vehicle. The gauge shall be full scale type for Medical oxygen use. It shall be
connected to the main oxygen cylinder with a high pressure (3,000 PSI working pressure) Parfiex
flexible line with high pressure fittings. (Braided stainless steel not acceptable). The actual
location of the gauge shall be determined by the selection of the upper storage cabinet.
OXYGEN BOTTLE MOUNT, "H" TANK:
The vehicle shall be equipped with a mount for an "H" size oxygen cylinder in the oxygen storage
compartment. The mount shall be an approved Ziamatic oxygen bottle retention system for an
"H" size bottle. The mounting bracket shall be securely bolted to two Uni-Strut tracks welded to
the vehicle framework. The entire mounting system shall be tested to the requirements of AMD003; oxygen tank retention system. Test Documentation shall be provided upon request. The
use of mounting brackets other than Ziamatic brand is unacceptable.
LARGE TANK OXYGEN REGULATOR:
One (1) Model #12-001540 (aka 1633-2), large tank oxygen bottle regulator shall be provided and
installed.
OXYGEN CYLINDER WRENCH:
An oxygen cylinder wrench shall be permanently attached to the wall of the oxygen compartment
in a custom wrench holder. There shall be a permanent lanyard attachment to both the wrench
and the compartment, designed to prevent loss of the wrench.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
LIFETIME ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WARRANTY
Manufacturer will warranty to original purchaser that the supplied electrical equipment as listed
below are sound and free of all defects of both materials and workmanship, for the life of the
vehicle or 100,000 miles which ever occurs first. This electrical equipment includes body door
post switches, all wire terminals and crimps, main vehicle wiring harness and battery harness
cables, relays, switches, automatic/manual reset circuit breakers, voltmeter, ammeter, battery
disconnect switches, solenoids, all terminal strips, manufacturer installed electrical connections
and power distribution panel. Warranty transferable subject to inspection by manufacturer. Bidder
must include statement of warranty policy with bid.
ELECTRICAL 12 VOLT:
The entire 12 volt Electrical System shall comply with the recommended standards and practices
per FMVSS, Federal Specifications KKK-A-1822 & SAE where applicable.
Electrical system provided by the ambulance Manufacturer shall have Lifetime Electrical
Warranty.
The entire 12 volt DC Electrical System shall incorporate GXL High Temperature Copper wire.
Each wire shall be color coded with function imprinted every four inches for immediate
identification. All exposed wiring shall be covered with Packard Flec or equal, black with gray
stripe, convoluted loom with minimum of 300 degree F. Temperature rating. Loom with a lower
temperature rating is cause for rejection. Large Heyco type or rubber insulators shall be used
where wires pass through sheet metal or structural members. All circuits shall be protected with
circuit breakers suitable to the circuit demand. Any wire carrying a load to an appliance in the 12
volt Electrical System shall be 16 gauge wire minimum.
Electrical System shall consist of five main wiring harnesses which terminate at the Electrical
Distribution Panel. Distribution Panel shall be centrally located with connections resulting through
45 pin Connectors. Harnesses shall include:
•
•
•
•
•
Rear body, referred to as Harness #1 (standards: dome, fluorescent, floods, vent, compt.
lights/ switches)
Rear body, referred to as Harness #2 (flashing lights, air compressors, cancel switches,
options)
Rear switch panel, referred to as Harness #3
Front console, referred to as Harness #4
Cab/ chassis/ under-hood, referred to as Harness #6
All Electrical components shall be mounted using a "plug in" type assembly which affords speedy
replacement of failed components. The entire unit shall be housed in a readily accessible
maintenance cabinet built into front wall of the personnel compartment. Attached to inside of
door shall be complete documentation of 12 volt Electrical System. The use of exterior
compartment mounted electrical distribution panel is unacceptable.
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The main power distribution panel shall consist of a plug-in modular system which includes
locations for 42 plug-in circuit breakers and 60 plug-in relays, as standard equipment. This type
of system is utilized to have standard circuit configuration while remaining totally flexible for
custom circuits when required. All circuits shall consist of plug-in relays and plug-in circuit
breakers only. The use of diodes, rectifiers, heat sinks, or other than automotive type relays is
unacceptable.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS:
All circuit breakers 30 amp or less, shall be plug in Manual and or Auto Reset type. All circuits
which require greater capacity shall utilize a Cooper Electric or equal 40 or 50 amp "MAXI-AMP"
manual or auto reset circuit breaker, dependent on electrical application.
RELAYS:
Devices being switched with loads in excess of one (1) amp (12 watt) shall be accomplished
through Potter & Brumfield or equal, 40 amp SPDT 12 volt automotive relay switching devices. All
relays used in the panel shall be of the same type to insure complete compatibility and ease of replacement. Relays shall be controlled through a ground signal from all switches, including door
post switches. All relays shall be plugged into the modular panel assembly including the 70 amp
power relays where required. All relay circuits utilizing the SPDT relays and SPST 70 amp relay
shall include internal suppression to eliminate voltage spikes in the electrical system.
GROUNDING:
All Modular Bodies shall be grounded to the vehicle chassis with two (2) 0 GA braided, tinned
copper grounding straps Circular copper conductors (battery cables) shall not be used. These
ground straps meet requirements of both KKK-1822-F and Ford QVM Bulletin Q-18.
Each appliance (i.e. Lights, fans) shall be grounded to the body structure in close proximity to its
location or by a ground harness as required. The ground shall be equivalent to its feed wire size
and be minimized in length. Each ground attached directly to the vehicle structure shall use
machine screws with star washers or ring terminals with serrated ring to insure a positive contact
at all times.
All Body harnesses shall be contained within the body. Harnesses shall not run on the under side
exterior of the body. Under hood harness shall be protected within high temperature convoluted
loom. All connections exposed to the elements, or under hood, shall be made within "waterproof"
heat shrink connections. This type of connection shall also be used on all heavy duty battery
cables. All battery cables, both positive and ground shall be machine crimped and fully soldered
prior to addition of waterproof heat shrink tubing. Any exposed connections not in heat shrink
and battery connections not soldered shall be rejected.
All Electrical Systems shall include three (3) spare relays and spares of the correct size circuit
breakers utilized, shall be mounted within the Electrical Distribution Panel.
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12V - 110 VOLT CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC
DOCUMENTATION:
All harnesses, relays, circuit breaker terminal junction points and circuits shall be drawn on
individual 8 1/2 x 11 size drawings. Each individual circuit shall be on (1) drawing, for ease of
troubleshooting. A single drawing overall schematic is unacceptable. All electrical systems shall
be designed for each vehicle. Generic or similar drawings are cause for rejection of vehicle. All
schematics shall include only what circuits are provided in the proposed vehicle.
ELECTRICAL ANALYSIS:
Proper balance of the electrical system output and vehicle draw is critical in the design of all
emergency vehicles. Vehicle proposed shall be provided with a detailed electrical analysis
generated by the manufacturer of the ambulance and specific to this proposed vehicle and
specific electrical equipment requested. General statements will not be acceptable.
DOOR POST SWITCHES ENTRANCE AND
COMPARTMENT DOORS:
Sealed door post switches shall be installed in all entrance and compartment doors. All switches
shall be sealed from the elements to prevent moisture damage and to prolong service life. The
switches shall be warranted for lifetime of vehicle. All door post switches shall activate the
grounds of relays only. Under no circumstances shall the door post switch carry more than 140
milliamp of electrical current.
CAB AND CHASSIS ELECTRICAL MODIFICATIONS
MODULE DISCONNECT SWITCH, K3
CLASSIC:
A high current disconnect device shall be installed per the requirements of KKK-A-1822 to power
all ambulance vehicle conversion and modular body functions. The device shall be activated by a
heavy duty lever type switch mounted on the side of the console. There shall be a "battery saver"
circuit to disconnect the module after 5 minutes without the ignition system on.
WATERPROOF DEUTSCH TYPE
CONNECTORS:
Electrical connectors used on added circuits of less than 20 Amps under the chassis hood and
the chassis fenders shall be high quality, waterproof Deutsch type. Unsealed connectors in these
areas are unacceptable. Sockets and pins shall be machined type. Stamped contacts are
unacceptable.
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FRONT AND REAR SWITCH PANEL EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS
VOLTMETER:
An analog type voltmeter shall be installed within easy view of driver. The voltmeter shall be
circuit breaker protected. The use of digital voltmeters is unacceptable due to its difficulty to read
at a glance. The voltmeter shall be tied to the battery side of the master disconnect switch to
allow a constant reading on the voltmeter when the switch is off.
LOW VOLTAGE ALARM:
A Low Voltage System with a dual indicator light green/red shall be installed in the driver's
console. The Green indicates voltage system is above 11.8 volts. The Red shall indicate when
system voltage drops below 11.8 volts for more than 2 minutes and vehicle needs to reduce load.
At that time an audible alarm will sound. The alarm will be provided with a cancel switch to
momentary silence the alarm. The red light will remain on both the switch legend and the
indicator until the system returns to 12.8 or above.
SWITCHES:
All switches shall be 12 volt two (2) or (3) position heavy duty Carling Contura X, Full size, EuroLook Rocker switches, with a black matte finish. Small rocker switches or push style switches are
not acceptable substitution. Each switch shall have an integral pilot light which shall activate in
the "On" position, including the Hom/Siren switch. The only switches that shall not have a pilot
light are momentary switches, where they are not available. No switch shall carry more than one
(1) Amp of power, (12 watts).
For ease of service and supporting a lifetime electrical warranty, all switches shall have a plug in
connector on the bottom of the switch contacts.
All switches shall be mounted in a custom designed one piece panel for each vehicle. The switch
panel shall be backlit Light Emitting Diode lighting behind the individual switch legends. The
switch panels shall be finished in a black matte finish. All custom legends shall be made of matte
black Lexan inserts with translucent lettering to designate each function. When complete, the
surface of the panel shall have a look of a homogeneous surface with out the need for white
legends which appear to be an added on feature. Due to the superior backlighting of the LED, no
exception is allowed. All switch circuits shall be designed for the life of the vehicle.
BATTERY "ON" INDICATOR:
A Master battery "On" indicator shall be installed on the driver's console of vehicle. The indicator
shall be a minimum of 1/2" in diameter and glow whenever the batteries are connected to the
system.
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DOOR OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT:
A Red indicator light shall be installed in the drivers switch console to indicate that an entrance
door is ajar. The light will activate whenever the master battery disconnect switch is activated
and an entrance door is opened. The indicator shall be a minimum of 1/2" in diameter. The door
open indicator shall be relay controlled and the door post switches shall activate the relay.
COMPARTMENT OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT:
An Amber indicator light shall be installed in the drivers switch console to indicate that a
compartment door is ajar. The light will activate whenever the master battery disconnect switch is
activated and a compartment door is opened. The indicator shall be a minimum of 1/2" in
diameter. The compartment open indicators shall be relay controlled and the door post switches
shall activate the relay.
AUDIBLE DOOR/COMPARTMENT OPEN
ALARM:
A high decibel, electronic beeper alarm shall be installed and activate, when a module entrance
door or compartment door is opened. The alarm shall sound only when the vehicle is placed in
drive or reverse and be independent of the door open/compartment open warning lights in the
console. The warning lights shall activate anytime an entrance or compartment door is opened.
PARKING BRAKE ALARM AND INDICATOR:
The vehicle shall be equipped with a Dual-Mode alarm that will sound when the vehicles shift
lever is in Neutral and the Parking Brake is not applied. Secondly the alarm will sound when the
vehicle gear selector is in reverse or a forward drive gear and the Parking Brake is applied. The
alarm shall include an indicator light in the drivers console and an audible alarm that will sound
when the condition exists when the vehicle is in the run mode and when the emergency
sequencer switch is on.
HELLA GOOSENECK LIGHT:
A "Hella" gooseneck light with 7" flexible shaft shall be permanently installed in the driver's
console. The light shall have a swivel head and an on/off switch located at the light. A separate
removable red filter lens shall be provided.
OVERHEAD WORK LIGHT:
One (1) Whelen 60CBEGCS 6" round split blue/white overhead work light shall be installed in the
ceiling of the cab.
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ELECTRONIC THROTTLE:
The OEM Chassis shall be equipped with an electronic throttle device which is specifically
designed for use with this emergency vehicle. The throttle shall activate under the following
conditions: Parking brake set, engine running, and vehicle in park. The throttle shall not activate
whenever vehicle is in a transmission drive position or when the vehicle service brake is applied,
or accelerator pedal is depressed.
BACK-UP ALARM WITH DISABLE SWITCH:
An audible backup alarm shall be installed under the rear step area of the vehicle. The back-up
alarm shall be activated any time the vehicle is shifted into reverse gear. A relay controlled
momentary cancel switch shall be installed in the drivers console to disable the backup alarm
when it may not be required. The circuitry shall be designed to allow the alarm to be reset
automatically and function the very next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. On-Off type switch
is not acceptable.
UNITY SPOTLIGHT, WITH (UNMOUNTED)
BRACKET:
A hard wired Unity Handheld Spotlight shall be provided. The light shall have a 5" 100,000 CP
bulb with a momentary "ON" switch located on the handle. A custom designed aluminum bracket
shall be fabricated to hold the light when not in use. The bracket shall be plastic dipped to protect
the bulb surface and light from vibration. The bracket shall be supplied for the customer to mount.
Lights installed with hooks or no holders are unacceptable.
LOAD MANAGER/ SEQUENCER:
A combination Load Manager/Sequencer shall be installed in the driver's console. The Load
Manager shall automatically shed load to maintain balance between alternator output and draw,
by turning predetermined functions to the off position. The Load Manager shall include an
override emergency bypass switch in the main electrical panel.
The sequencer function turns the emergency lighting on, one at a time in a predetermined order,
and turns them off in reverse order.
AIR HORN ACTIVATION SWITCH:
The air horn electric solenoid shall be activated by a momentary switch labeled "Air Horn" located
in the driver's console of the cab. Only electric operated systems are permitted, a Mechanical
Air Valve is unacceptable.
ENTRANCE DOOR POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCHES:
The power door lock mechanisms (if so equipped) shall be controlled by the OEM door switches
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY:
The power door lock switch located on the drivers' and passengers' side cab doors shall be wired
to activate the power lock/unlock function of the ambulance body entrance doors (and
compartment doors when power feature is specified). The switch shall be tied to the battery side
of the master disconnect switch and function whenever depressed.
In addition to the cab door control of the power door locks, a remote keyless entry system shall
be installed. The system shall lock and unlock the cab and ambulance doors as specified above.
The vehicle shall be delivered with two remote keyless entry devices and programmed to operate
with the vehicle. The remote device shall be capable of being attached to the key ring of the
vehicle.
POWER DOOR LOCKS OVERRIDE SWITCH:
Two (2) concealed emergency override switches shall be installed. One (1) in the chassis grille
and one (1) on the rear of the body under a false Kussmaul Auto-Eject cover.
DRIVER ALERT SYSTEM:
There will be an indicator light, buzzer, and cancel switch in the front console.
There will be a pushbutton momentary switch with a rubber boot and a red indicator light mounted
in the ceiling raceway.
When the pushbutton switch is depressed, a buzzer will sound in the front console and both the
front and rear indicators will illuminate. The lights will remain illuminated until the driver hits the
cancel switch, which will indicate to the crew in the rear the signal was acknowledged.
EMERGENCY WARNING SYSTEMS
SURFACE MOUNTED TRAFFIC EMITTER
SYSTEM:
A recessed mounted GTT Traffic Emitter System #792 shall be installed on the front of the body.
SIREN WARNING SYSTEM
ELECTRONIC SIREN:
One (1) Whelen 295SLSA1 electronic siren shall be provided and installed flush in the driver's
console. The siren shall include standard siren tones, public address, air horn, and radio
rebroadcast. The siren shall be backlit for night operation and include a hard wired microphone.
Siren shall include a self diagnostics mode which warns the driver of a potential problem with the
siren or speaker system.
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LIGHTED HORN/SIREN SWITCH:
A switch shall be installed in the drivers console to select between OEM Horn ring function of the
vehicle Horn or Horn ring activation of the Siren. The switch shall have a lighted indicator and
control a SPST relay located within the electrical distribution cabinet. A relay controlled circuit is
required to eliminate any potential voltage drop problems due to high amperage draw of the OEM
Horns.
SIREN SPEAKERS:
The front bumper of the Freightliner chassis shall be equipped with two (2) Cast Products
speaker assemblies. The speakers shall be installed into openings cut into the swept back
portion of the front bumper. The openings shall be cut with a smooth edge and be properly
treated to prevent corrosion and pealing of surface finish. The speaker assemblies shall include
two (2) high efficiency 100 watt speaker drivers.
FEDERAL "RUMBLER":
One (1) Federal Rumbler low frequency speaker system shall be installed under the front bumper
of the vehicle. The unit shall be installed with its own amplifier.
INDEPENDENT, BODY LIGHT FLASH:
All Body & Cab flashing LED flashing lights will be provided a switched primary /secondary circuit,
which will supply a steady source of power instead of a flashing output to the flashing lights.
All Body and cab warning lights will flash in an unsynchronized, random pattern, as set by the
internal flash of each individual light head. The Flashing lights shall be considered compliant with
KKK recognized alternate flash patterns. Primary is all warning lights on, secondary mode will
shut down all lower level lights (beitline and below)
CAB WARNING LIGHTS
WARNING LIGHTS, GRILLE:
Four (4) Whelen ION LED warning lights shall be installed, two (2) on each side of the chassis
grille. Two (2) lights shall be red and two (2) shall be white. The lights shall have chrome flanges
and clear lenses.
WARNING LIGHTS, FRONT INTERSECTION:
There shall be two (2) Whelen 700 Series red Super-LED warning lights installed, one (1) each
side of on the front fenders. The lights shall have chrome flanges and clear lenses.
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BODY WARNING LIGHTS
WARNING LIGHTS, FRONT OF BODY:
Six (6) Whelen 900 Series Super-LED warning lights shall be installed on the front of the body.
The configuration shall be red, white, red, red, white, red. The lights shall include clear lenses
and chrome flanges.
WARNING LIGHTS, LEFT SIDE OF BODY:
Two (2) Whelen 900 Series Super-LED warning lights shall be installed on the left side of the
body, one (1) in each upper corner. The forward lights shall be split red/white and the rear lights
shall be red. The lights shall include clear lenses and chrome flanges.
WARNING LIGHTS, RIGHT SIDE OF BODY:
Two (2) Whelen 900 Series Super-LED warning lights shall be installed on the right side of the
body, one (1) in each upper corner. The forward lights shall be split red/white and the rear lights
shall be red. The lights shall include clear lenses and chrome flanges.
WARNING LIGHTS, REAR OF BODY:
Five (5) Whelen 900 Series Super-LED warning lights shall be installed on the rear of the body.
The configuration shall be red / red / amber / red / red. The lights shall include clear lenses and
chrome flanges.
WARNING LIGHTS, REAR, UPPER WINDOW LEVEL:
Two (2) Whelen 900 Series split red/amber Super-LED warning lights shall be installed on the
rear of the body, level with the upper half of the windows on the rear entry doors, one (1) on each
side. The lights shall include clear lenses and chrome flanges.
WARNING LIGHTS, RUB RAIL:
Six (6) Whelen ION red LED warning lights shall be installed, three (3) each side within the CChannel rub rails. The lights shall flash in conjunction with the body flashing lights. The lights
shall include red lenses.
WARNING LIGHTS, REAR ENTRY DOORS:
There shall be three (3) Whelen 700 Series amber LED chevron arrow flashing lights installed on
each of the rear and curbside entry doors. The lights will activate when the vehicle's master
switch is on and the entrance doors are open. Each door shall operate each light independently.
The lights shall be semi-recessed with chrome housings, centered in the lower portion of the
door. The operation of each light assembly shall be dedicated to each door circuit independently.
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EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHTS AND EQUIPMENT
LED TAIL LIGHTS:
Two (2) Whelen 600 Series red LED tail/brake lights shall be installed on the lower rear of the
body. Each light shall include a red lens and chrome flange.
LED TURN SIGNALS:
Two (2) Whelen 600 Series amber LED turn signals shall be installed on the lower rear of the
body. Each light shall include an amber lens and chrome flange.
HALOGEN BACKUP LIGHTS:
Two (2) Whelen 600 Series clear halogen backup lights shall be installed on the rear lower rear of
the body. Each light shall include a clear lens and chrome flange.
MARKER/CLEARANCE LIGHTS:
LED Marker and Clearance lights shall be installed on the front rear and both sides of the body to
meet all Federal lighting requirements FMVSS 108.
LOWER FLASHING MARKER LIGHTS:
Two (2) Lower marker clearance lights shall be installed on each side at the belt line area of the
vehicle, one front, and one rear. The lights shall be wired to the side directional lights and
activate any time the vehicles directional switch is activated. The marker clearance light shall
also include an integrated reflex reflector into the lens.
REAR EMERGENCY FLASHING LIGHTS,
BRAKE LIGHTS:
The two (2) rear red flashing warning lights in the upper most portion of the body, shall be
activated whenever the vehicles service brake is applied and the red flashing warning lights are
on. These lights shall be activated through a transfer relay circuit which under no circumstances
shall they be powered by the vehicles stop lamp switch only. The stop lamp switch shall power
the coil of the transfer relay only.
EXTERIOR 12 VOLT FLOOD LIGHTS
WHELEN LED SIDE SCENE LIGHTS:
Two (2) Whelen 900 Series # 9000ENZR, (w/8-32 degree Optics) shall be installed on the left
upper side of the vehicle.
The flood lights shall include metalized chrome flange housings specifically designed for each
light. Cast aluminum housings are unacceptable.
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WHELEN LED SIDE FLOOD LIGHTS:
Two (2) Whelen 900 Series # 9000ENZR, (w/8-32 degree Optics) shall be installed on the Right
upper side of the vehicle.
The scene lights shall include metalized chrome flange housings specifically designed for each
light. Cast aluminum housings are unacceptable.
RIGHT SIDE SCENE LIGHT, CONTROL:
The right side scene lights of the vehicle shall be controlled by two modes. The first mode of
operation is the right side scene lights shall function from the relay controlled circuit and lighted
switch located in the driver's console. The second mode is the scene lights shall be activated
when the right side entrance door is opened. All circuits shall be relay controlled. No load current
shall pass though the door post switch.
LEFT SIDE SCENE LIGHT, CONTROL:
The left side scene lights of the vehicle shall function by the relay controlled circuit activated by
the left scene lighted switch in the driver's console.
REAR SCENE LIGHTS:
The rear scene lights shall automatically activate when the rear door is opened or when the
vehicle is placed in reverse. All scene light circuits shall be relay controlled.
REAR SCENE LIGHT SWITCH:
The rear scene lights mounted on the rear of the vehicle shall be controlled "on/off' by a single
pole lighted switch located in the driver's console. The rear scene light switch shall override both
backup function and the scene lights "on" with the door open function, and shall not be affected
by those circuits.
RIGHT SIDE SCENE LIGHT CANCEL SWITCH:
A right side scene light cancel switch shall be installed directly inside the side entrance door. The
switch shall be mounted within the interior wall or cabinet. The switch shall be a single pole
momentary switch. The circuit shall automatically turn off the right side scene lights and the step
well light with a single touch of the switch. The circuit shall automatically re-arm itself the next
time the side entrance door is opened. The circuit shall be relay controlled. The use of a manual
cancelling door post switch is unacceptable substitution.
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REAR SCENE LIGHT CANCEL SWITCH:
A scene light cancel switch shall be installed directly inside the rear entrance door. The switch
shall be mounted within the cabinet adjacent to the door. The switch shall be a single pole
momentary switch. The circuit shall automatically turn off the flood lights with a single touch of
the switch. The circuit shall automatically re-arm itself the next time the rear entrance doors are
opened. The circuit shall be relay controlled. The use of a manual cancelling door post switch is
an unacceptable substitution.
REAR SIDE FLOOD LIGHTS:
The left and right, rear side, flood lights shall activate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. The
lights shall illuminate to provide better side illumination when backing up the vehicle during
periods of darkness. The circuit shall be relay controlled, without the use of voltage reducing
diodes or rectifiers. All flood and reverse circuits shall function independently when the vehicle is
not in reverse.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM:
The Ambulance Climate Control System in the chassis, shall only function when the vehicle is in
the run mode. This shall be done to reduce the electrical load on the vehicle when the engine is
not running.
FLOW-THRU VENTILATION:
A high volume power exhaust ventilation system shall be installed on the left rear side panel of
the vehicle. It shall consist of a 280 CFM, (2) speed blower motor, connected to a welded
aluminum, transfer plenum. This plenum is directly connected to a set of dual closeable intake
vents mounted in the face of the interior rear corner cabinet. On the exterior, a Cast Products
polished aluminum cowl vent with an internal, rubber back flow flap shall be installed on the
exterior of the modular body. The cowl vent shall be installed using a EPDM 40 to 60 durometer
rubber gasket. Single speed blowers or blowers with resistor type speed control are
unacceptable. Installations which produce excessive noise due to vibration shall be cause for
rejection.
12V AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER:
The vehicle shall be equipped with a body 12 volt air conditioning condenser. The air
conditioning condenser shall be added to provide refrigerant cooling for the auxiliary compressor
added for the body. The condenser shall be fan cooled by a condenser mounted 12 volt cooling
fan. The fan shall be relay controlled and only be activated when the rear air conditioner unit is
activated. The cooling rating of the condenser shall be 40,000 BTU, and the air flow rate shall be
2,800 CFM.
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DUCTED HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM:
The unit shall have a minimum capacity of 38,000 BTU Air Conditioner and 60,000 BTU Heat
operating with 12 volt power. The unit will have a high performance 650 CFM Brushless blower
fan with a five (5) year warranty. A receiver-dryer shall also be installed on the evaporator case to
remove moisture from the refrigerant system. The climate control unit shall be permanently
attached to the double ductwork system running full length of the ceiling of the vehicle. Each duct
shall be fully contoured with approximate dimensions of 5" wide and not protrude more than 2
3/4" from the ceiling. In addition each duct shall have four (4) equally spaced from front to rear,
fully adjustable 4-way adjustable louvers with shut off feature at each register. The duct work
shall be covered with a fully padded vinyl covering and incorporate the vehicles drop down wire
raceway cover in the center. The heater/air conditioner unit shall be located in the front of the
vehicle centered above the cab to body pass through. An air cleaner filter shall be installed in the
return air grille located in the underside of the cabinet.
The climate control unit shall include a twin air return system. One mounted high and one
mounted low for full air re-circulation. In addition the entire climate control unit shall be double
insulated first by the standard body insulation and secondly by a fully encompassing 5/16" thick
reflective insulation. The reflective insulation shall also extend the full length of the raceway
duct, front wall and ceiling of the climate control cabinet.
All heater hoses provided shall be OEM style EPDM rubber type. The use of lesser quality hose
or silicone hose is an unacceptable substitution. The systems heater shall include an electric 2way, internally piloted, normally closed solenoid valve which only opens when the heater unit is
"On" and when the vehicle is running. The heater shut off valve shall also include an emergency
shut off switch located within the rear power distribution panel.
All Air Conditioner hoses shall be Goodyear Galaxy Type 4890. Barrier type hose shall be
unacceptable.
No exceptions or deviations to this system will be allowed due to its superior air distribution
system and low noise characteristics. An exception will be cause for rejection of bid.
Bidder/manufacturer must provide proof that this is an operating climate control system, offered
as a standard component in their emergency vehicle production. Prototype systems are not
acceptable. A user list of vehicles utilizing this system shall be provided with the bid.
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL DISPLAY
THERMOSTAT CONTROL:
A digital electronic Climate Control thermostat shall be used to monitor and control both air
conditioning and heating in the rear patient compartment. The following features are included:
A 1/2" backlit digital display, which displays both ambient and set temperatures. Ambient
readout is displayed by default.
• Temperature adjustment is 50° F to 99° F or 10° C to 37° C.
• Seven (7) fan speeds standard. Three (3) and Five (5) speed options also available.
• The fan speed is easily controlled by using the color coded tactile up or down arrows.
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Manual mode and two (2) Automatic operation modes which maintain ± 2° ambient
temperature from the set point.
In Auto 1 mode the fan speeds shall be automatically increased or decreased depending on
the temperature differential in the vehicle. Fan speeds are also manually selectable.
In Auto 2 mode the fan speeds shall be automatically increased or decreased depending on
the temperature differential in the vehicle. Fan speeds are NOT manually selectable.
LED Indicators- Auto-Light Blue, NC-Blue, Heat-Red
Operation shall be activated by chassis ignition with two (2) start-up modes available:
"PA" mode- Thermostat turns on using settings from the last use, including the 'OFF'
condition.
"PL" mode- Thermostat turns on in Auto 1 mode with a set temperature of 72° regardless of
previous settings.
The thermostat unit temperature probe shall be located mid-level in the patient compartment.
An additional control panel and remote fan speed switch are available.
The use of spring or bimetallic household thermostat is unacceptable. Only automotive type units
shall be used.
AUXILIARY COOLANT PUMP CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM:
An auxiliary coolant pump shall be added to increase coolant flow to the rear heater core. The
pump shall be exactly sized to provide required heat to rear unit, while not reducing the effective
heat in the vehicle cab. The pump shall be controlled by the vehicle climate control system
thermostat. The pump shall be located in a protected location and easily serviceable if required
in the future.
INTERIOR AND COMPARTMENT UTILITY LIGHTING
DOME LIGHTING:
Six (6) Whelen 8000EHCR, Multiple-LED dome lights shall be equally spaced down both sides of
the ceiling. Each light shall include the High/Low intensity feature. The lights shall be relay
controlled and have a lighted double throw switch in the rear Life Support panel. All lights to be
mounted to vehicle frame work, not to ceiling panel material.
DOME LIGHTS WITH DOOR OPEN:
The dome lights mounted in the ceiling of the vehicle shall be activated to the low intensity
position when the personnel entrance doors are open. The circuit shall be relay controlled and
the dome light current shall not be controlled by the door post switch.
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EXTERIOR COMPARTMENT COMBINATION
LIGHTING:
All exterior compartments shall be one or two (as required) 4" recessed in combination with LED
rope lights. Each compartment shall have the LED rope lights installed on both the left and right
vertical side of the compartment, in addition to the 4" recessed, incandescent light installed in the
ceiling. The compartment lights shall be controlled by an automatic door post switch in each
door. The lights shall be located near the top of the compartment for full compartment
illumination. The compartment open indication light shall activate anytime any compartment door
is opened. The door post switch shall activate the compartment lighting relays. The door post
switch shall not carry the current of the compartment lights.
WHELEN LED STRIP-LITE Right Front, In/Out:
An indirect light located in the Right front In/Out compartment area. The light shall be a Whelen
Level 3 intensity LED Strip light. The light will be controlled by the opening and closing of
compartment doors.
WHELEN (LSS Area) LED STRIP-LITE:
An indirect light located above the Life Support Station counter shall be used to illuminate the
action area. The light shall be a LED 10" high intensity model and be switched by a switch in the
rear switch panel. The rear panel light switch shall also activate the light in the oxygen storage
compartment.
LED STEPWELL LIGHT:
An independent, recessed LED step well light shall be provided in the rear side of the diamond
plate step well and be automatically activated whenever the side entrance door is open. The
exterior shall be protected from weather and damage. All connections shall be weatherproof,
sealed connectors.
12 VOLT TECNIQ LED LIGHTS:
Four (4) 17", 42 LED fixtures shall be installed and equally spaced in between the (6) dome
lights. The fixtures shall have reinforced housings with a plastic diffuser which locks in place.
The lights shall be relay controlled and switched by a lighted single pole switch in the rear Life
Support switch panel. All lights shall be mounted to the vehicle ceiling structural members and
not to the ceiling panel material alone.
RETANGULAR LIGHT; "CHECK OUT" TIMER:
A 60 minute mechanical timer shall be provided at the side door of the vehicle to allow the
Rectangular lights to be turned to the on position when the vehicle exterior power source is
connected and shall be powered by the vehicles 12 volt battery charger. The lights shall be
controlled by an additional transfer relay to prevent the lights from discharging the vehicle
batteries when the shoreline is not plugged in. The timer shall only function when the shoreline is
plugged in, and will not function when the battery switch is activated.
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DUAL DOME LIGHT SWITCHES:
Per the requirements of KKK-A-1822, two independent dome light circuits with two independent
switches shall be provided to control two banks of (3) dome lights each. The switches shall be
marked in the Life Support panel as left dome light and right dome light. Each switch shall power
the low mode of the fixtures independently.
12 VOLT UTILITY AND MEDICAL OUTLETS
12 VOLT MEDICAL OUTLET:
One (1) 12 volt Power Point outlet shall be provided. The outlet shall be circuit breaker protected
and provide a source directly from the vehicle batteries, and bypass the vehicles master battery
disconnect switch. The outlet shall be located at the Life Support Station.
12 VOLT MEDICAL OUTLET:
One (1) 12 volt Power Point outlet shall be provided. The outlet shall be circuit breaker protected
and provide a source directly from the vehicle batteries, and bypass the vehicles master battery
disconnect switch. The outlet shall be located in the bottom of the right front in/out access
compartment.
12 VOLT MEDICAL OUTLET:
One (1) 12 volt Power Point outlet shall be provided. The outlet shall be circuit breaker protected
and provide a source directly from the vehicle batteries, and bypass the vehicles master battery
disconnect switch. The outlet shall be located on the left rear wall of the vehicle.
ANTENNA AND COMMUNICATION RADIO EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA:
A Coaxial Antenna lead shall be prewired from a location in the wire raceway to the location of
the two-way communication radios.
The antenna lead in the roof shall include a connector soldered to end of cable for install of twoway communication radio antenna.
ANTENNA LEADS:
Three (3) coaxial cable antenna leads shall be installed; they shall be positioned within the body
roof, in numerical order, as indicated by the associated PDF picture file.
ANTENNA BASES:
The antenna bases provided shall be mounted on the body roof of the vehicle.
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RADIO POWER LEAD:
A 10 gauge constant power positive lead and 10 gauge ground shall be provided with 30 amp
circuit protection located in the rear Life Support Panel.
RADIO POWER LEADS:
A 10 gauge constant power positive lead and 10 gauge ground shall be provided with 30 amp
circuit protection.
RADIO POWER LEADS:
An 8 gauge constant power positive lead and 8 gauge ground shall be provided with 40 amp
circuit protection.
GPS ANTENNA:
One (1) Tri-Band AP-Navigator 4X shall be installed on the cab roof.
COLOR BACK-UP CAMERA / MONITOR
SYSTEM:
The vehicle shall be equipped with an Audiovox Backup Camera / Monitor with Audio System.
The camera and Monitor shall be capable of transmitting a full color display. The cameras shall
be mounted on the back of the vehicle and include an air deflector to reduce dirt accumulation
and a waterproof switch for mirror or normal image. The camera shall be capable of 110 degrees
of horizontal image and 90 degree of vertical image.
The monitor shall be mounted above the driver's seat. The monitor shall be a 7 inch full color
LCD display screen. The monitor shall be connected by a shielded cable to minimize
interference.
The back-up camera shall automatically activate every time the vehicle is shifted into the reverse
gear provided the control switch is set to the standby mode. Continuous monitoring is provided
when the control switch is set to the manual mode, and not dependent on the reverse gear
selection.
REAR STEREO SPEAKERS:
Two (2) low profile, flush mounted, AM-FM Stereo Radio Speakers shall be installed in the ceiling
in the forward portion of the vehicle. The speakers shall be spaced with other equipment
provided, (1) each side. The speakers shall be connected to the stereo radio within the cab
dashboard. A "Volume Control" rheostat shall be provided in the rear switch panel to allow
speakers to operate independent of front speakers.
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INTELLITEC CLOCK W/SWEEP SECOND
HAND:
An Intellitec digital clock with sweep second hand and elapsed timer shall be installed over the
rear doors. The clock shall be powered by a constant, protected, 12 volt source directly from the
batteries.
The clock shall have a 4-digit display to allow for easy viewing when seated in any position in the
rear of the ambulance. The clock is 6.75 x 4.75 x 1.25 mounted in a 6" x 5" panel cut out using 4
screws.
AIR RIDE LOWERING SWITCH:
If the vehicle is Air-Ride equipped, the air suspension system shall be capable of lowering the
height of the rear floor by the use of an electric dump solenoid. The solenoid shall be activated
when the left rear door is opened. An on/off override switch shall be located just inside the left
rear door to control the function of the air ride dump with the door. The air suspension shall rise to
the ride position when the door is closed regardless of the switch position. If the electrical system
is digital switching the switch will be one touch on/off.
115 VOLT AC ELECTRICAL:
The vehicle shall include a 115 volt AC Electrical system separate and distinct from the vehicles
12 volt electrical system.
The entire system shall be designed and tested to meet the requirements of the NFPA National
Electrical Code (NEC) where applicable and use the balance of the NEC for general practices
and procedures associated with high voltage 115/230 volt AC Electrical wiring and devices.
The vehicle shall also meet and be tested to all requirements of AMD standard 009. Test
Documentation and verification shall be provided upon request.
115 VOLT ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS:
A complete wiring schematic shall be provided which indicates the systems entire 115 volt
Electrical System. The schematic shall be done in the same format as the 12 volt wiring
schematics and be provided upon delivery of the vehicle.
115 VOLT WIRING:
All wiring shall be three (3) conductors, 10 GA or 12 GA minimum stranded copper cable as
required by the circuit requirements. All conductors shall have a 105 degree Celsius rated
insulation, with tinned conductors rated at 600 volt. All cable wiring shall be encased in high
temperature protective loom where exposed.
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KUSSMAUL "SUPER AUTO-EJECT"
SHORELINE:
One (1) 20-amp Kussmaul "Super Auto-Eject" Shoreline Male Motor Base Model 091-55-20-120
shall be installed on the left side of the body over Compartment "B". The Shoreline shall be
waterproof type with spring loaded gasketed cover. The Shoreline shall be wired to the junction
circuit breaker box located within the power distribution panel compartment. The Shoreline autoeject solenoid shall be connected to the starter solenoid of the vehicle and only be activated when
the key is in the start mode. The Shoreline shall be equipped with a matching female connector
designed for use with the auto-eject shoreline and shipped loose with the vehicle.
The shoreline shall be mounted on an angled aluminum treadplate box on the front of the body.
115 VOLT POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX:
A 115 volt power distribution box shall be installed in the vehicles main electrical cabinet. The
distribution box shall consist of an enclosure with a 20 amp magnetic type circuit breaker
installed. The circuit breaker shall power duplex receptacles also mounted within the distribution
box. All wiring and circuits provided shall be sized for a 20 amp capacity, 12 gauge conductor
minimum.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If so Equipped):
If the supplied chassis is OEM equipped with an engine block heater, then the Block Heater shall
be powered by the exterior shoreline power of the vehicle. A 115 volt Electrical conductor
encased in high temperature loom shall be routed to the engine compartment and have a quick
connect Waterproof Connector on the end to plug into the engine block heater.
ENGINE BLOCK "SHUT-OFF" SWITCH:
A 115 volt AC toggle switch, 15 amp rated, shall be located with the area of the electrical
compartment to disconnect the engine block heater from the shoreline input feed. The wiring
shall be done in accordance with NFPA, NEC applicable codes.
115 VOLT GFCI RECEPTACLE INTERIOR:
115 volt AC Duplex Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter receptacle shall be installed in the vehicle for
protection of personnel. The GFCI shall be "Lighted" duplex type. The Green light within the
outlet shall glow when live power is at the outlet, and extinguish to indicate when the GFCI is
tripped. All other outlets within the vehicle shall be wired downstream, and be GFCI protected.
The location of the GFCI shall be as follows, one (1) located on the back wall of the Life Support
Station.
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115 VOLT OUTLET INTERIOR:
115 volt AC Duplex Electrical outlet shall be installed in the vehicle. The outlets shall be "Lighted"
hospital grade duplex type. The Neon light within the outlet shall glow when live power is at the
outlet. All outlets within the vehicle shall be GFCI protected. The location of the outlet shall be as
follows, one (1) located in the bottom of the right front cabinet.
BATTERY CHARGER:
One (1) Kussmaul 1200 Autocharge battery charger shall be installed. A remote status indicator
shall be installed over the shoreline inlet.
VEHICLE PAINTING
PAINTING PROCESS:
The entire modular body shall be prepared and painted using the Akzo Nobel Sikkens Paint
System. Sikkens products will be used exclusively, and the use of other incompatible products
will be cause for rejection of the bidders' response.
REQUIRED PAINT PROCEDURES:
I. Surface Cleaning
1. The vehicle module will be inspected for excess fuser, weld slag, and caulking. All such
contaminants will be removed prior to prepping for paint.
2. The module will be surface cleaned with Sikkens OTO Degreaser utilizing the "2-Towel"
method. One towel will be used to apply the product (saturate and scrub the surface area
being cleaned), and one towel will be used to physically dry the area. All proper HS&E
practices will be followed.
3. The surface cleaner will not be allowed to evaporate by working small areas.
4. Both towels will be replaced as they become dirty.
5. Inspect the module body during the cleaning process for any surface defects of irregularities.
6. The bottom of the module body, the doors, and door openings are to be sealed with a 3M
sealant/adhesive to fill all gaps and seams to protect against moisture being trapped, and to
help protect against corrosion.
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II. Polyester Repairs
1. All areas requiring body work shall be ground down with 36 grit and feather edged with 80 grit
DA.
2. All areas with body work shall be filled with Evercoat Z-grip body filler.
3. All body work shall be sanded with 80 grit and finished with 180 grit sandpaper.
4. Evercoat Eurosoft glazing putty is applied over any body filler to fill any pin holes and minor
waves.
5. The glazing putty is to be finish sanded and feather edged with 180 grit sandpaper prior to
paint.
6. Sand/abrade all areas that require the application of LV260 epoxy primer with 180 grit.
7. Thoroughly clean and degrease with Sikkens OTO Surface cleaner.
8. Apply Auto Prep Pre-Treatment Wipes to all bare metal or aluminum surfaces extending
slightly into the polyester repaired areas and extending far enough on to the substrate to allow
the LV260 epoxy primer to be applied inside the Auto Prep Pre-Treatment Wipe area.
9. All body work is to be primed with LV260 epoxy primer, and final sanded with 320 grit
sandpaper.
10.All edges of the module body, doors, and door openings are to be rounded for maximum paint
mils.
11.All body work requires a Quality Assurance inspection to check for pin holes, gaps, scratches,
and blemishes. All edges are to be rounded, and all sealant is to be sanded before epoxy
primer application.
Ill. Surface Preparation --- Brightener Process
1. Fully rinse module with D.I. water.
2. Mix 35 Oz. Brightener to 500 oz D.I. water.
3. Apply Brightener solution from the top of the module working down while scrubbing with a
brush to insure complete surface contact and mechanical cleaning.
4. Allow approximately 5 minutes dwell time on the surface.
5. Rinse thoroughly with D.I. water. Water must "sheet" cleanly over the aluminum surface. If
required, repeat process.
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IV. Surface Preparation --- Application of
Gardobond 4707
1. Mix 300 milliliters of Gardobond 4707 to 2 gallons of D.I. water.
2. Apply Gardobond solution starting at the top of the module and working down using approved
spray equipment while maintaining at least 50 % overlap application process.
3. Allow 5 minute dwell time on the surface.
4. Rinse thoroughly with D.I. water.
5. Blow off excess water with air blower concentrating on recessed areas and seams.
6. Blow off and bake dry in spray booth (140 degrees for 45 minutes), and recheck for residual
water.
7. Tack and proceed with painting process.
V. Door Preparation
1. Follow same procedures as for exterior module body preparation.
2. Inner doors must be coated in designated areas with "cavity wax" after finish process has
been completed.
VI. Surface Preparation for Small Repairs
1. Surface clean substrate utilizing Sikkens OTO surface cleaner as per recommended process.
2. Prepare surface using aluminum P-180 grit DA or 3M0774 Red scuff pads.
3. Final surface clean with Sikkens OTO Surface Cleaner as per recommended process.
4. Apply AutoPrep Pre-Treatment wipes as per recommended process utilizing a "double wipe"
method with a 50-75% overlap.
5. Allow one minute dwell time for solution to react with base metal.
6. When completely flashed off, proceed with Sikkens High Build Surfacer Gray.
7. Do not apply any type of polyester products over AutoPrep Pre-Treatment Wipes.
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VII. E-Coat Application Process
1. Mix Autocoat LV 650 Sealer at 5:1: ratio utilizing the #23 Sikkens measuring stick.
a.
b.
c.
5 parts LV Sealer
1 part LV 650 Hardener
1 part LV 650 Reducers
2. Apply one single flowing coat while maintaining a 50 to 75% overlap and a distance of 6 to
8 inches.
3. Adjust fan pattern and atomizing air pressure to minimize texture and overspray.
4. Use SATA RP 1.0-1.1 equipment for best results.
VII. Undercoat Painting Process-LV 650 Sealer
1. Mix Autocoat LV 650 Sealer at 5:1: ratio utilizing the #23 Sikkens measuring stick.
a. 5 parts LV Sealer
b. 1 part LV 650 Hardener
c. 1 part LV 650 Reducers
2. Apply one single flowing coat while maintaining a 50 to 75% overlap and a distance of 6 to
8 inches.
3. Adjust fan pattern and atomizing air pressure to minimize texture and overspray.
4. Use SATA RP 1.0-1.1 equipment for best results.
IX. Auto Base Plus Color Mixing Process
1. Mix Auto Base Plus at 100:5 with LV 650 Hardener utilizing the #14 Sikkens measuring stick.
Stir mixture completely.
2. Mix 100 parts of above combination with 80 parts Sikkens HP Reducers.
3. Solvent selection should be slow enough to provide good flow and melt in characteristics.
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X. Application of Auto Base Plus Colors
1. For solid colors, apply 2 single coats allowing 5 to 7 minutes flash-off between each coat.
2. For metallic colors, apply 2 single coats at approximately 6 inches from the module allowing 5
to 7 minutes flash-off between each coat. Even out the metallic pattern an orientation coat
after the second coat has flashed off completely.
Xl. Autocoat LV650 Clear Coat Mixing! Process
1.
Mix Autocoat LV650 Clear Coat at a ratio of 5:2:2
5 parts LV650 Clear
2 parts LV650 Hardener
2 parts LV650 Reducer
2.
Once it is mixed, Autocoat LV650 Clear has a pot life of 1.5 hours at 70 degrees F.
XII. Application of AUtocoat LV650 Clear Coat
1. Apply three full wet coats allowing a 5 to 10 minute flash off period between each coat.
2. Adjust fan pattern and atomizing air pressure to minimize texture and overspray.
3. Force drying of Autocoat LV650 Clear
Allow 10 to 15 minute flash in booth after application of second coat.
a.
b.
Bake at 140F for 45 minutes.
c.
Allow a 10 minute cool down in booth.
Air dry for approximately 8 hours at 70F prior to any polish or detailing.
d.
XIII. Sikkens System Dry Film Build
Requirements
1. High Build Surfacer Gray---2.0 to 2.7 mils per coat. ( not included in total film build calculation)
2. E Coat---LV260 Primer EP---One coat at 1.0 to 1.5 mils per coat.
3. Primer Sealer---LV650---One coat at 1.0 to 1.4 mils per coat.
4. Base Coat--- Autobase Plus---Two to three coats at 0.3 to 0.4 mils per coat.
5. Clear Coat---LV650 Clear---Three coats at 0.9 to 1.1 mils per coat.
6. Total Dry Film Build System range---5.7 to 7.4 mils.
7. Total Dry Film Build System after detail/polish---4.7 to 6.4 mils.
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PAINT CORROSION PROTECTION:
All exterior fastener locations that penetrate the paint on the modular body are to be treated with
Electrolysis Corrosion Kontrol (ECK). Every external fastener hole shall have ECK sprayed into
the hole for full coverage. The perimeter of the hole shall be covered with a minimum of .5
diameter of ECK. This is to protect the head of the fastener from touching the painted surface.
All applications of ECK are to take place before component mounting. The fasteners that are
included in this process are for the following components: Lights, Light Bars, Hinges, Diamond
plate panels, Fuel fill, License plate holder, Shoreline, Vent Covers, Rain Gutters, Rub Rails,
Fenderettes and Door Grabbers. Additional items that are mounted to the painted body will also
be included. When an item is cut into the body causing an unpainted edge, the unpainted edge
shall be completely coated with ECK prior to component mounting.
TEN YEAR PAINT WARRANTY
Manufacturer will warranty to original purchaser that the Paint is free from specific paint defects
for 10 years from date the vehicle is delivered. Manufacturer will warranty 100% labor & materials
for the following defects: coating system integrity, coating adhesion and UV related degradation.
Gloss retention and color retention. Cracking or checking of the paint film. Delaminating from the
substrate or intercoat. Manufacturer will warranty materials and labor to repair defects resulting
from dissimilar metals and crevice corrosion for a period of 5 years, 60,000 miles from date of
delivery. Bidder must include statement of warranty policy with bid.
PAINT ADHESION TESTING:
The manufacturer shall utilize a customized paint adhesion testing procedure to insure and verify
that proper bonding of the coatings to the substrate surface, has taken place. This test is
performed on an intentional, sacrificial test surface just prior to the final polish stage. The coatings
are cross hatch cut down to the substrate on multiple areas of the test surface. An adhesion tape
of Permacel 99 (or the equivalent) is bonded and then removed to verify the permanent bond of
the coatings. Each test surface panel is dated, logged and saved. The performed adhesion test is
designed to exceed the ASTM spec D 3359, "Standard Test Method for Measuring Adhesion by
Tape Test".
CAB & BODY PAINT:
The cab and body shall be painted to match the SVRS & FD Ambulance 38.
The paint codes shall be FLNA 4123 black and FLNA 3047 red.
LETTERING, STRIPING & GRAPHICS:
Reflective striping and graphics shall be provided and installed to match the layout, size and
colors of SVRS & FD Ambulance 38.
Lettering shall be the responsibility of the SVRS & FD.
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VINYL REFLECTIVE STRIPE ON ENTRANCE
DOORS:
A 3/4" wide vinyl reflective white stripe shall be installed on the outer perimeter edge, of the inner
door pan on all (3) entrance doors.
VINYL REFLECTIVE STRIPE IN C-CHANNEL
RUB RAILS:
A 1 -1/2" wide vinyl reflective stripe shall be installed within the inner cove of the "C" channel rub
rails. The exact color shall be determined.
REFLECTIVE CHEVRONS - REAR DOORS:
Black 6" 3M reflective chevron striping shall be installed on the rear entry doors.
COLOR LAYOUT DRAWINGS:
Up to two (2) color layout drawings shall be provided for the customer to approve the paint,
lettering and graphics layout prior to any work being started.
RADIO TECHNICAL INSTALLATION:
There shall be no technical radio installation provided by the ambulance manufacturer. Any
radios or radio equipment mounted by the manufacturer will not be wired or connected.
CHASSIS EQUIPMENT
ON-SPOT AUTOMATIC TIRE CHAINS:
The vehicle rear drive axle shall be equipped with an On-Spot automatic tire chain system. The
system shall utilize the chassis air compressor system as provided with the automatic chain
system. A switch shall be provided in the drivers console to control the activation of the chains.
Only On-Spot chains and equipment shall be provided.
RUBBER MUD FLAPS:
Rubber mud flaps shall be provided behind the rear wheels of the vehicle. They shall be Heavy
Duty Truck type and bolted to the inner fender liners of the modular body, behind the rear tires.
VERTICAL EXHAUST:
The vehicle exhaust shall be the vertical type and be mounted on the right side of the cab behind
the cab door.
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EQUIPMENT:
The following equipment shall be provided with the vehicle at delivery:
One (1) Ferno-Washington M-200 Bracket shall be provided and installed per customer's
requirements.
BOTTLE BRACKETS:
Two (2) Ferno Washington #521 oxygen cylinder brackets shall be provided and installed in
recessed stepwell area at the head of the squad bench.
PREP, CLEAN AND DETAIL VEHICLE:
The ambulance shall be cleaned and detailed both inside and out, for final delivery.
FILL FUEL TANK:
The fuel tank shall be filled at the time of vehicle delivery.
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Data CodeDescription
Price Level
PRL-09MM2 PRL-09M (EFF:08/05/2014)
Data Version
DRL-014SPECPRO21 DATA RELEASE VER 014
Interior Convenience/Driver Retention Package
055-002INTERIOR CONVENIENCE PACKAGE
Vehicle Configuration
001-172M2 106 CONVENTIONAL CHASSIS
5,7593,503
004-2162016 MODEL YEAR SPECIFIED
002-004SET BACK AXLE - TRUCK
019-002STRAIGHT TRUCK PROVISION
003-001LH PRIMARY STEERING LOCATION
General Service
AA1-002TRUCK CONFIGURATION
AA6-001DOMICILED, USA 50 STATES (INCLUDING
CALIFORNIA AND CARB OPT-IN STATES)
A85-006RESCUE AND EMERGENCY SERVICE
A84-1EVEMERGENCY VEHICLES BUSINESS SEGMENT
AA4-011FIXED LOAD COMMODITY
AA5-002TERRAIN/DUTY: 100% (ALL) OF THE TIME, IN
TRANSIT, IS SPENT ON PAVED ROADS
AB1-008MAXIMUM 8% EXPECTED GRADE
AB5-001SMOOTH CONCRETE OR ASPHALT PAVEMENT MOST SEVERE IN-TRANSIT (BETWEEN SITES)
ROAD SURFACE
995-091MEDIUM TRUCK WARRANTY
A66-99DEXPECTED FRONT AXLE(S) LOAD : 8000.0 lbs
A68-99DEXPECTED REAR DRIVE AXLE(S) LOAD :
12000.0 lbs
A63-99DEXPECTED GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT CAPACITY
: 20000.0 lbs
Truck Service
AA3-024AMBULANCE BODY
AF7-99DEXPECTED BODY/PAYLOAD CG HEIGHT ABOVE
FRAME "XX" INCHES : 32.0 in
Engine
101-2RJCUM ISB 6.7-260 260 HP @ 2300 RPM, 2600 GOV,
660 LB/FT @ 1600 RPM
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Electronic Parameters
79A-07575 MPH ROAD SPEED LIMIT
79B-000CRUISE CONTROL SPEED LIMIT SAME AS ROAD
SPEED LIMIT
79K-007PTO MODE ENGINE RPM LIMIT - 1100 RPM
79P-002PTO RPM WITH CRUISE SET SWITCH - 700 RPM
79Q-003PTO RPM WITH CRUISE RESUME SWITCH - 800
RPM
79S-001PTO MODE CANCEL VEHICLE SPEED - 5 MPH
79U-007PTO GOVERNOR RAMP RATE - 250 RPM PER
SECOND
80G-002PTO MINIMUM RPM - 700
80J-002REGEN INHIBIT SPEED THRESHOLD - 5 MPH
Engine Equipment
99C-0152015 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS/2010
EPA/CARB/GHG14
99D-0122008 GARB EMISSION CERTIFICATION EXEMPTED VEHICLE; NO CLEAN IDLE LABEL
REQUIRED
13E-001STANDARD OIL PAN
105-001ENGINE MOUNTED OIL CHECK AND FILL
133-004ONE PIECE VALVE COVER
014-1BXSIDE OF HOOD AIR INTAKE WITH NFPA
COMPLIANT EMBER SCREEN AND FIRE
RETARDANT DONALDSON AIR CLEANER
124-10ELN 12V 320 AMP 4962PA PAD MOUNT
ALTERNATOR
10
292-1D8(2) ALLIANCE MODEL 1131, GROUP 31, 12 VOLT
MAINTENANCE FREE 1900 CCA THREADED
STUD BATTERIES, NON FCCC ONLY
290-017BATTERY BOX FRAME MOUNTED
281-001STANDARD BATTERY JUMPERS
282-042LH BATTERY BOX MOUNTED AS FAR AFT AS
POSSIBLE, NO GREATER THAN 60 INCHES
BACK OF CAB
291-017WIRE GROUND RETURN FOR BATTERY CABLES
WITH ADDITIONAL FRAME GROUND RETURN
289-001NON-POLISHED BATTERY BOX COVER
107-032CUMMINS TURBOCHARGED 18.7 CFM AIR
COMPRESSOR WITH INTERNAL SAFETY VALVE
108-002STANDARD MECHANICAL AIR COMPRESSOR
GOVERNOR
131-013AIR COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE LINE
152-039GVG, FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICE
VEHICLES ENGINE WARNING
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20
128-076CUMMINS EXHAUST BRAKE INTEGRAL WITH
VARIABLE GEOMETRY TURBO WITH ON/OFF
DASH SWITCH
Data CodeDescription
016-1C3RH OUTBOARD UNDER STEP MOUNTED
HORIZONTAL AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEM
ASSEMBLY WITH RH HORIZONTAL TAILPIPE
28F-007ENGINE AFTERTREATMENT DEVICE,
AUTOMATIC OVER THE ROAD ACTIVE
REGENERATION AND DASH MOUNTED SINGLE
REGENERATION REQUEST/INHIBIT SWITCH
239-001STANDARD EXHAUST SYSTEM LENGTH
237-052RH STANDARD HORIZONTAL TAILPIPE
23U-0016 GALLON DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID TANK
30N-003100 PERCENT DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID FILL
43X-002LH MEDIUM DUTY STANDARD DIESEL EXHAUST
FLUID TANK LOCATION
23Y-001STANDARD DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID PUMP
MOUNTING
43Y-001STANDARD DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID TANK CAP
273-035HORTON HT650 FRONTAL AIR ON/OFF ENGINE
FAN CLUTCH
276-001AUTOMATIC FAN CONTROL WITHOUT DASH
SWITCH, NON ENGINE MOUNTED
110-003CUMMINS SPIN ON FUEL FILTER
118-001FULL FLOW OIL FILTER
266-078950 SQUARE INCH ALUMINUM RADIATOR
103-004ANTIFREEZE TO -34F, NOAT EXTENDED LIFE
COOLANT
171-007GATES BLUE STRIPE COOLANT HOSES OR
EQUIVALENT
172-001CONSTANT TENSION HOSE CLAMPS FOR
COOLANT HOSES
270-016RADIATOR DRAIN VALVE
168-002LOWER RADIATOR GUARD
138-010PHILLIPS-TEMRO 750 WATT/115 VOLT BLOCK
HEATER
4
140-022CHROME ENGINE HEATER RECEPTACLE
MOUNTED UNDER LH DOOR
134-001ALUMINUM FLYWHEEL HOUSING
132-004ELECTRIC GRID AIR INTAKE WARMER
155-057DELCO 12V 29MT STARTER WITH INTEGRATED
MAGNETIC SWITCH
Transmission
342-1MRALLISON 2200 EVS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WITH PARK PAWL WITH PTO PROVISION
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Data CodeDescription
Transmission Equipment
343-301ALLISON VOCATIONAL PACKAGE 354 AVAILABLE ON 1000/2000 PRODUCT FAMILIES
WITH VOCATIONAL MODELS RDS, EVS, HS, MH,
PTS AND SPS
84B-003ALLISON VOCATIONAL RATING FOR FIRE
TRUCK/EMERGENCY VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
AVAILABLE WITH ALL PRODUCT FAMILIES
84C-003PRIMARY MODE GEARS, 5 FORWARD GEARS
WITH MANUAL SELECTION FOR 3, 2 AND 1,
AVAILABLE FOR 1000/2000 PRODUCT FAMILIES
ONLY
84N-000NEUTRAL AT STOP - DISABLED, FUELSENSE DISABLED
353-026VEHICLE INTERFACE WIRING AND PDM WITH
BODY BUILDER CONNECTOR BACK OF CAB, NO
BLUNT CUTS
34C-001ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION CUSTOMER
ACCESS CONNECTOR FIREWALL MOUNTED
362-1BVCUSTOMER INSTALLED CHELSEA 270 SERIES
PTO
363-001PTO MOUNTING, LH SIDE OF MAIN
TRANSMISSION
341-018MAGNETIC PLUGS, ENGINE DRAIN,
TRANSMISSION DRAIN, AXLE(S) FILL AND
DRAIN
345-074DASH MOUNTED T-HANDLE CABLE SHIFT
CONTROL WITH PARK POSITION FOR INTERNAL
PARK PAWL
97G-006TRANSMISSION PROGNOSTICS - DISABLED
(N/A) 2013, FOR USE IN 1000/2000 ONLY
370-015WATER TO OIL TRANSMISSION COOLER, IN
RADIATOR END TANK
346-001TRANSMISSION OIL CHECK AND FILL
35T-001SYNTHETIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (TES-295
COMPLIANT)
Front Axle and Equipment
400-1EWDETROIT DA-F-8.0-3 8,000# FF1 71.5 KPI/3.74
DROP SINGLE FRONT AXLE
402-021MERITOR 15X5 Q+ CAST SPIDER CAM FRONT
BRAKES, DOUBLE ANCHOR, FABRICATED
SHOES
403-026FIRE AND EMERGENCY SEVERE SERVICE,
NON-ASBESTOS FRONT LINING
419-023CONMET CAST IRON FRONT BRAKE DRUMS
409-021SKF SCOTSEAL PLUS XL FRONT OIL SEALS
408-001VENTED FRONT HUB CAPS WITH WINDOW,
CENTER AND SIDE PLUGS - OIL
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Data CodeDescription
416-022STANDARD SPINDLE NUTS FOR ALL AXLES
405-003HALDEX AUTOMATIC FRONT SLACK
ADJUSTERS
536-050TRW THP-60 POWER STEERING
539-003POWER STEERING PUMP
534-0152 QUART SEE THROUGH POWER STEERING
RESERVOIR
40T-001ORGANIC SAE 80/90 FRONT AXLE LUBE
Front Suspension
620-0328,000# TAPERLEAF FRONT SUSPENSION
-30
619-005MAINTENANCE FREE RUBBER BUSHINGS FRONT SUSPENSION
410-001FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS
Rear Axle and Equipment
420-1M3MS-17-14X 17,500# R-SERIES QUIET RIDE
SINGLE REAR AXLE
-30
421-4334.33 REAR AXLE RATIO
424-001IRON REAR AXLE CARRIER WITH STANDARD
AXLE HOUSING
386-073MXL 17T MERITOR EXTENDED LUBE MAIN
DRIVELINE WITH HALF ROUND YOKES
452-001DRIVER CONTROLLED TRACTION
DIFFERENTIAL - SINGLE REAR AXLE
20
878-018(1) DRIVER CONTROLLED DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
REAR VALVE FOR SINGLE DRIVE AXLE
878-004BLINKING LAMP WITH EACH MODE SWITCH,
DIFFERENTIAL UNLOCK WITH IGNITION OFF,
ACTIVE <5 MPH
423-028MERITOR 15X8.62 Q+ CAST SPIDER CAM REAR
BRAKES, DOUBLE ANCHOR, FABRICATED
SHOES
-20
433-025FIRE AND EMERGENCY SEVERE SERVICE NONASBESTOS REAR BRAKE LINING
434-005BRAKE CAMS AND CHAMBERS ON FORWARD
SIDE OF DRIVE AXLE(S) WITH AUXILIARY
SUPPORT BRACKETS
451-023CONMET CAST IRON REAR BRAKE DRUMS
440-006REAR OIL SEALS
426-074HALDEX GOLDSEAL LONGSTROKE 1-DRIVE
AXLE SPRING PARKING CHAMBERS
428-003HALDEX AUTOMATIC REAR SLACK ADJUSTERS
41T-001ORGANIC SAE 80/90 REAR AXLE LUBE
Rear Suspension
622-1CY
AIRLINER 15,000# REAR SUSPENSION
-40
621-046AIRLINER MID POSITION RIDE HEIGHT
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431-001STANDARD AXLE SEATS IN AXLE CLAMP
GROUP
888-056IGNITION CONTROLLED ELECTRIC DUMP
SWITCH FOR AIR SUSPENSION WITH AUTOFILL
OVERRIDE VALVE
87D-003REAR AIR SUSPENSION DUMP VALVE WITH
AUTOFILL FOR IGNITION OFF AND >5 MPH,
INCLUDE BODY SWITCH WIRING AND
OVERRIDE CONTROL
910-004DUAL AIR REAR SUSPENSION LEVELING
VALVES
623-002TRANSVERSE CONTROL RODS
439-004REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS - ONE AXLE (AIR
RIDE SUSPENSION)
Brake System
018-002AIR BRAKE PACKAGE
490-100WABCO 4S/4M ABS WITHOUT TRACTION
CONTROL
871-001REINFORCED NYLON, FABRIC BRAID AND WIRE
BRAID CHASSIS AIR LINES
904-001FIBER BRAID PARKING BRAKE HOSE
412-001STANDARD BRAKE SYSTEM VALVES
46D-002STANDARD AIR SYSTEM PRESSURE
PROTECTION SYSTEM
413-002STD U.S. FRONT BRAKE VALVE
432-003RELAY VALVE WITH 5-8 PSI CRACK PRESSURE,
NO REAR PROPORTIONING VALVE
480-083WABCO SS-1200 PLUS AIR DRYER WITH
INTEGRAL AIR GOVERNOR AND HEATER
479-012AIR DRYER MOUNTED UNDER HOOD
460-008STEEL AIR BRAKE RESERVOIRS MOUNTED
INSIDE RAIL
607-001CLEAR FRAME RAILS FROM BACK OF CAB TO
FRONT REAR SUSPENSION BRACKET, BOTH
RAILS OUTBOARD
477-006BW DV-2 AUTO DRAIN VALVE WITHOUT HEATER
ON ALL TANK(S)
Trailer Connections
335-004UPGRADED CHASSIS MULTIPLEXING UNIT
32A-002UPGRADED BULKHEAD MULTIPLEXING UNIT
Wheelbase & Frame
545-4274275MM (168 INCH) WHEELBASE
546-09311/32X3-1/2X10-3/16 INCH STEEL FRAME
(8.73MMX258.8/0.344X10.19 INCH) 80KSI
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Data CodeDescription
552-0371775MM (70 INCH) REAR FRAME OVERHANG
55W-006FRAME OVERHANG RANGE: 61 INCH TO 70
INCH
AC8-99DCALC'D BACK OF CAB TO REAR SUSP C/L (CA) :
102.45 in
AE8-99DCALCULATED EFFECTIVE BACK OF CAB TO
REAR SUSPENSION C/L (CA) : 99.45 in
AE4-99DCALC'D FRAME LENGTH - OVERALL : 267.39
AM6-99DCALC'D SPACE AVAILABLE FOR DECKPLATE :
102.45 in
FSS-OLHCALCULATED FRAME SPACE LH SIDE : 84.99 in
FSS-ORHCALCULATED FRAME SPACE RH SIDE : 110.11
in
553-001SQUARE END OF FRAME
550-001FRONT CLOSING CROSSMEMBER
559-001STANDARD WEIGHT ENGINE CROSSMEMBER
562-001STANDARD MIDSHIP #1 CROSSMEMBER(S)
572-001STANDARD REARMOST CROSSMEMBER
565-001STANDARD SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER
Chassis Equipment
556-1ARTHREE-PIECE 14 INCH CHROMED STEEL
BUMPER WITH COLLAPSIBLE ENDS
558-001FRONT TOW HOOKS - FRAME MOUNTED
30
15
574-001BUMPER MOUNTING FOR SINGLE LICENSE
PLATE
586-024FENDER AND FRONT OF HOOD MOUNTED
FRONT MUDFLAPS
551-007GRADE 8 THREADED HEX HEADED FRAME
FASTENERS
606-1Y2DRILLING PREP FOR PL CUSTOM PER
DRAWING #1005908
Fuel Tanks
204-998NO LH FUEL TANK
230-04340 GALLON/151 LITER RECTANGULAR STEEL
FUEL TANK - BETWEEN RAILS
-60-20
160
218-005RECTANGULAR FUEL TANK(S)
215-009PAINTED FUEL TANK(S), PAINTED STRAPS
WITH RUBBER ISOLATORS
231-004FUEL TANK(S) MOUNTED BETWEEN RAILS AFT 10155
OF REAR AXLE
664-001PLAIN STEP FINISH
205-060LH SIDEFILL FUEL TANK PREP CAP
122-084ALLIANCE FUEL FILTERNVATER SEPARATOR
WITH PRIMER PUMP
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WeightWeight
FrontRear
Data CodeDescription
216-001SINGLE SUCTION AND RETURN FUEL LINES
20E-001AUXILIARY FUEL SUPPLY AND RETURN PORTS
202-016HIGH TEMPERATURE REINFORCED NYLON
FUEL LINE
Tires
093-0E5MICHELIN XZE 245/70R19.5 16 PLY RADIAL
FRONT TIRES
094-0E5MICHELIN XZE 245/70R19.5 16 PLY RADIAL
REAR TIRES
-82
-164
Hubs
418-056CONMET PRESET PLUS IRON FRONT HUBS
450-056CONMET PRESET PLUS IRON REAR HUBS
Wheels
502-1E5ALCOA 77362X 19.5X7.50 10-HUB PILOT 5.23
-64
INSET ALUMINUM DISC FRONT WHEELS
505-1E6ALCOA 77362X ALUMINUM OUTSIDE, ACCURIDE
29195 STEEL INSIDE; 19.5X7.50 10-HUB PILOT
DISC REAR WHEELS
-128
524-001POLISHED FRONT WHEELS; OUTSIDE ONLY
525-001POLISHED REAR WHEELS; OUTSIDE OF OUTER
WHEELS ONLY
496-011FRONT WHEEL MOUNTING NUTS
497-011REAR WHEEL MOUNTING NUTS
498-012NYLON WHEEL GUARDS BETWEEN REAR DUAL
WHEELS ONLY
Cab Exterior
829-071106 INCH BBC FLAT ROOF ALUMINUM
CONVENTIONAL CAB
650-009RUBBER CAB MOUNTS
705-012CAB ROOF REINFORCEMENTS FOR ROOF
MOUNTED COMPONENTS
2
678-018LH AND RH EXTERIOR GRAB HANDLES WITH
SINGLE RUBBER INSERT
646-023HOOD MOUNTED CHROMED PLASTIC GRILLE
65X-003CHROME HOOD MOUNTED AIR INTAKE GRILLE
644-004FIBERGLASS HOOD
727-160DUAL 25 INCH ROUND STUTTER TONE HOOD
MOUNTED AIR HORNS
8
726-002DUAL ELECTRIC HORNS
728-002DUAL HORN SHIELDS
657-1CVDOOR LOCKS AND IGNITION SWITCH KEYED
THE SAME WITH (4) KEYS
575-001REAR LICENSE PLATE MOUNT END OF FRAME
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WeightWeight
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Data CodeDescription
312-038INTEGRAL HEADLIGHT/MARKER ASSEMBLY
WITH CHROME BEZEL
302-001(5) AMBER MARKER LIGHTS
294-046OMIT STOP/TAIL/BACKUP LIGHTS AND PROVIDE
WIRING WITH SEPARATE STOP/TURN WIRES
TO 4 FEET BEYOND END OF FRAME
-5
300-015STANDARD FRONT TURN SIGNAL LAMPS
744-1BCDUAL WEST COAST BRIGHT FINISH HEATED
MIRRORS WITH LH AND RH REMOTE
797-001DOOR MOUNTED MIRRORS
796-001102 INCH EQUIPMENT WIDTH
743-204LH AND RH 8 INCH BRIGHT FINISH CONVEX
MIRRORS MOUNTED UNDER PRIMARY
MIRRORS
74A-001RH DOWN VIEW MIRROR
729-001STANDARD SIDE/REAR REFLECTORS
768-04363X14 INCH TINTED REAR WINDOW
661-003TINTED DOOR GLASS LH AND RH WITH TINTED
NON-OPERATING WING WINDOWS
654-011RH AND LH ELECTRIC POWERED WINDOWS
4
663-013TINTED WINDSHIELD
659-0192 GALLON WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR
WITHOUT FLUID LEVEL INDICATOR, FRAME
MOUNTED
Cab interior
707-1AKOPAL GRAY VINYL INTERIOR
706-016MOLDED DOOR PANEL WITH UPPER VINYL
INSERTS
708-016MOLDED DOOR PANEL WITH UPPER VINYL
INSERTS
772-006BLACK MATS WITH SINGLE INSULATION
691-014FORWARD ROOF MOUNTED CONSOLE WITH
UPPER STORAGE COMPARTMENTS AND
ADDITIONAL CENTER COMPARTMENT
WITHOUT NETTING
694-010IN DASH STORAGE BIN
742-007(2) CUP HOLDERS LH AND RH DASH
680-006GRAY/CHARCOAL FLAT DASH
860-004SMART SWITCH EXPANSION MODULE
700-002HEATER, DEFROSTER AND AIR CONDITIONER
701-001STANDARD HVAC DUCTING
703-005MAIN HVAC CONTROLS WITH RECIRCULATION
SWITCH
170-015STANDARD HEATER PLUMBING
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Data CodeDescription
WeightWeight
FrontRear
130-036(1) DENSO HEAVY DUTY AND (1) SANDEN
COMPACT REFRIGERANT COMPRESSORS
20
702-002BINARY CONTROL, R-134A
739-034PREMIUM INSULATION
285-013SOLID-STATE CIRCUIT PROTECTION AND
FUSES
280-00712V NEGATIVE GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
324-011DOME DOOR ACTIVATED LH AND RH, DUAL
READING LIGHTS, FORWARD CAB ROOF
655-005LH AND RH ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS
284-023(1) 12 VOLT POWER SUPPLY IN DASH
756-1J3BASIC HIGH BACK AIR SUSPENSION DRIVER
SEAT WITH MECHANICAL LUMBAR AND
INTEGRATED CUSHION EXTENSION
30
760-1J3BASIC HIGH BACK AIR SUSPENSION
PASSENGER SEAT WITH MECHANICAL LUMBAR
AND INTEGRATED CUSHION EXTENSION
25 10
711-004LH AND RH INTEGRAL DOOR PANEL ARMRESTS
758-033VINYL WITH CLOTH INSERT DRIVER SEAT
761-033VINYL WITH CLOTH INSERT PASSENGER SEAT
763-0123 POINT HIGH VISIBILITY ORANGE RETRACTOR
DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS
532-002ADJUSTABLE TILT AND TELESCOPING
STEERING COLUMN
10
540-0154-SPOKE 18 INCH (450MM) STEERING WHEEL
765-002DRIVER AND PASSENGER INTERIOR SUN
VISORS
Instruments & Controls
732-003WOODGRAIN DRIVER INSTRUMENT PANEL
734-003WOODGRAIN CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL
87L-003ENGINE REMOTE INTERFACE WITH PARK
BRAKE AND NEUTRAL INTERLOCKS
870-001BLACK GAUGE BEZELS
486-001LOW AIR PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT AND
AUDIBLE ALARM
840-0022 INCH PRIMARY AND SECONDARY AIR
PRESSURE GAUGES
198-006ENGINE COMPARTMENT MOUNTED AIR
RESTRICTION INDICATOR WITH GRADUATIONS,
WITH WARNING LIGHT IN DASH
149-013ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL WITH
SWITCHES IN LH SWITCH PANEL
156-007KEY OPERATED IGNITION SWITCH AND
INTEGRAL START POSITION; 4 POSITION
OFF/RUN/START/ACCESSORY
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WeightWeight
FrontRear
Data CodeDescription
811-042ICU3S, 132X48 DISPLAY WITH DIAGNOSTICS, 28
LED WARNING LAMPS AND DATA LINKED
160-025DIAGNOSTIC INTERFACE CONNECTOR, 9 PIN,
SAE J1939, LOCATED BELOW DASH
844-0012 INCH ELECTRIC FUEL GAUGE
148-074ENGINE REMOTE INTERFACE NOT
CONFIGURED
163-004ENGINE REMOTE INTERFACE CONNECTOR IN
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
856-001ELECTRICAL ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
864-0012 INCH TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
830-017ENGINE AND TRIP HOUR METERS INTEGRAL
WITHIN DRIVER DISPLAY
372-051CUSTOMER FURNISHED AND INSTALLED PTO
CONTROLS
736-998NO OBSTACLE DETECTION SYSTEM
73B-998NO LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM
852-002ELECTRIC ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
746-1A9AM/FM RADIO WITH FRONT AND REAR
AUXILIARY INPUTS AND J1939
10
747-001DASH MOUNTED RADIO
750-002(2) RADIO SPEAKERS IN CAB
753-001AM/FM ANTENNA MOUNTED ON FORWARD LH
ROOF
2
810-027ELECTRONIC MPH SPEEDOMETER WITH
SECONDARY KPH SCALE, WITHOUT
ODOMETER
817-001STANDARD VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
812-001ELECTRONIC 3000 RPM TACHOMETER
162-002IGNITION SWITCH CONTROLLED ENGINE STOP
264-014(2) FOOT SWITCHES: (1) OFFICER AIR HORN
AND (1) DRIVER AIR HORN
836-015DIGITAL VOLTAGE DISPLAY INTEGRAL WITH
DRIVER DISPLAY
660-008SINGLE ELECTRIC WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR
WITH DELAY
304-001MARKER LIGHT SWITCH INTEGRAL WITH
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
27D-004ALTERNATING FLASHING HEADLAMP SYSTEM
WITH BODY BUILDER CONTROLLED
ENGAGEMENT
882-009ONE VALVE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM WITH
WARNING INDICATOR
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WeightWeight
FrontRear
Data CodeDescription
299-013SELF CANCELING TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WITH
DIMMER, WASHER/WIPER AND HAZARD IN
HANDLE
298-039INTEGRAL ELECTRONIC TURN SIGNAL
FLASHER WITH HAZARD LAMPS OVERRIDING
STOP LAMPS
Design
065-000PAINT: ONE SOLID COLOR
Color
980-MXSCAB COLOR A: 97902EB CANDY
APPLE RED ELITE BC
986-020BLACK, HIGH SOLIDS POLYURETHANE CHASSIS
PAINT
966-972POWDER WHITE (N0006EA) REAR
WHEELS/RIMS (PKWHT21, TKWHT21, W, TW)
963-998NO UNDERCOAT
Certification / Compliance
996-001U.S. FMVSS CERTIFICATION, EXCEPT SALES
CABS AND GLIDER KITS
Secondary Factory Options
998-032CORPORATE PDI CENTER OPTION
INSTALLATION/MODIFICATION ONLY
TOTAL VEHICLE SUMMARY
Weight Summary
Factory Weight
Dealer Installed Options
Total Weight+
Weight
Front
Weight
Rear
Total
Weight
5653 lbs
3551 lbs
9204 lbs
0 lbs
0 lbs
0 lbs
5653 lbs
3551 lbs
9204 lbs
Dealer Installed Options
WeightWeight
Front Rear
00001PROGRAM ENGINE TO HAVE REMOTE 1
SETTING TO FAST IDLE = 1300
00002PROGRAM ENGINE TO HAVE HIGH IDLE
RAMP RATE = 200
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00003
PDI TO INSTALL TAIL LIGHTS FOR
TRANSPORT ONLY
0
0
00004
PDI TO FURNISH AND INSTALL GROUND
STUD UNDER CAB
0
0
00005
PDI TO FURNISH AND INSTALL KONI FRONT
SHOCKS
0
0
0 lbs
0 lbs
Total Dealer Installed Options
(+) Weights shown are estimates only.
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DIMENSIONS
106 in 33.17 in
4,
108 in
* 70 in )
279 in
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY - DIMENSIONS
Model M2106
Wheelbase (545) 4275MM (168 INCH) WHEELBASE
Rear Frame Overhang (552) 1775MM (70 INCH) REAR FRAME OVERHANG
Fifth Wheel (578) NO FIFTH WHEEL
Mounting Location (577) NO FIFTH WHEEL LOCATION
Maximum Forward Position (in) 0
Maximum Rearward Position (in) 0
Amount of Slide Travel (in) 0
Slide Increment (in) 0
Desired Slide Position (in) 0.0
Cab Size (829) 106 INCH BBC FLAT ROOF ALUMINUM CONVENTIONAL CAB
Sleeper (682) NO SLEEPER BOX/SLEEPERCAB
Exhaust System (016) RH OUTBOARD UNDER STEP MOUNTED HORIZONTAL AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
WITH RH HORIZONTAL TAILPIPE
TABLE SUMMARY - DIMENSIONS
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Dimensions
--
Inches
106.3
40.7
Bumper o Back of Cab (BBC)
v
Bumper to Centerline of Front Axle (BA)
Min. Cab to Body Clearance (CB)
Back of Cab to Centerline of Rear Axle(s)(C/.9
Effective Back of Cab to Centerline of Rear Axle(s)(Effedive CA)
Back of Cab Protrusions (ExhaustAntake) (CP)
Back of Cab Protrusions (Side EidendersiTrim Tab) (CF)
Back of Cab Clearance (CL)
Back otCabto End of Frame
Cab Height (CH)
Wheelbase (WB)
Frame Overhang (OH)
Overall Length (0
Rear Axle Spacing
Uniaden FrameHeight at Centerline ofRearAxle
3.0
102.4
99.4
0.0.
0.0
3.0
172.4
63.2
168.0
70.0
278.7
0.0
33.2
Performance calculations are estimates only. If performance calculations are critical, please contact Customer Application
Engineering.
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EXHIBIT B
SPECIFICATION DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
Prior to the bid or procurement of any apparatus funded by the Grant, the following procedures
for review of specifications shall be followed:
1. Grantee must submit proposed specifications of the Apparatus to the Calvert County
Chief s Council for review and approval. To be placed on the regular monthly meeting
agenda, specifications must be submitted to the Fire-Rescue-EMS Office no later than 9:00
a.m. the last Monday of the month. Grantee must obtain the signature of the Chairman of the
Chief's Council on this document, indicating approval.
2. Following approval by the Calvert County Chief's Council, Grantee must submit proposed
specifications to the Calvert County Fire & Rescue Association for review and approval.
To place specifications on the monthly agenda, Grantee must contact the President of the
Association. At least 10 copies of the specifications, along with this document showing the
signature of the Chiefs Council Chairman, must be taken to the Association meeting.
Grantee must obtain the signature of the Chairman of the Fire & Rescue Association on this
document, indicating approval.
3. Following approval by the Fire & Rescue Association, Grantee must submit proposed
specifications to the Calvert County Fire & Rescue Commission for review and approval.
To be placed on the regular monthly meeting agenda, specifications must be submitted to the
Fire-Rescue-EMS Office no later than 9:00 a.m. the second to last Wednesday of the month.
Grantee must obtain the signature of the President of the Fire & Rescue Commission on this
document, indicating approval.
4. When all signatures are received, Grantee may proceed with bidding or procurement of the
below listed Apparatus. This document is to remain part of the official Grant Agreement. A
copy of the approved specifications must be attached.
APPARATUS TYPE: Ambulance
GRANT FUNDING: $247,000.00
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.00
VEHICLE ID #
Ambulance 37
THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE ABOVE NAMED APPARATUS HAVE BEEN
REVIEWED AND FOUND TO MEET STANDARDS ADOPTED BY THE CALVERT
COUNTY CHIEF'S COUNCIL, THE CALVERT COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE
ASSOCIATION AND THE CALVERT COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE COMMISSION.
SIGNATURES:
CALVERT COUNTY CHIEF'S COUNCIL:
Brian Ficke, Chair
Name
May 13, 2013
Date
CALVERT COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE ASSOCIATION:
J. W. Freesland, III, President
Name
May 17, 2013
Date
CALVERT COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE COMMISSION:
Robert L. Hall, Jr., Chair
Name
Solomon' Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.00
May 28, 2013
Date
EXHIBIT C
SERVICE AGREEMENT AND GRANT OF SECURITY INTEREST
This Agreement, made the
day of
, 2015, by and between the Board
of County Commissioners of Calvert County, Maryland, a body corporate and politic (the
"County), and Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad & Fire Department, Incorporated, a
Maryland corporation (the "Department").
WHEREAS, the County desires to ensure that fire-rescue and emergency medical services
are available to Calvert County; and
WHEREAS, the Department is willing to provide said services but requires financial
assistance in order to purchase a Ambulance, VIN #
necessary to undertake this obligation; and
WHEREAS, the County has granted the Department the sum of two hundred forty seven
thousand dollars ($247,000.00) to purchase a specific piece of fire-rescue apparatus as
evidenced by a Promissory Note attached hereto and incorporated herein as Attachment A;
and
WHEREAS, in order to secure repayment of the grant funds, the Department will give the
County a security interest in the apparatus.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and mutual covenants,
understandings and agreements set forth, and other good and valuable consideration, the
receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties to agree as follows:
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.01)
1. On or about the date of this agreement the County will grant the sum of two hundred forty
seven thousand dollars ($247,000.00) to the Department for the sole purpose of purchasing
a Ambulance to be owned and used by the Department, said grant to be subjected to the
terms of the attached Promissory Note and paragraph 3 below.
2. The Department agrees that it will provide fire-rescue and emergency medical services for
Calvert County, Maryland, until January 1, 2024.
3. For each six months of said services provided by the Department, the County will excuse a
semi-annual payment due to the County by the Department pursuant to the obligation
contained in the Promissory Note.
4. The Department hereby grants to the County a security interest in the following apparatus;
one Ambulance, YIN #
, and to the proceeds
therefore. The purpose of this security interest is to secure repayment and performance
obligations set forth herein and the note of even date, and the agreement dated September 17,
1997, attached hereto. Default in payment or performance of any of the obligations or default
under any agreement evidencing any of the obligations is a default under this agreement.
Upon such default, the County may declare all obligations immediately due to any payable
and shall have the remedies of a secured party under Title 9 of the Maryland Uniform
Commercial Code.
5. The security interest granted herein shall be superior to any other security interest granted in
the collateral. Default under the terms and conditions of any subordinate security agreement
shall be deemed a default hereunder and shall entitle the County to the remedies listed in
paragraph 4.
6. Department agrees to execute any additional documents necessary for County to perfect the
security interest granted herein.
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.00
WITNESS the hands and seals of the parties hereto.
ATTEST:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF CALVERT COUNTY
Maureen L. Frederick, Clerk
Steven R. Weems, President
ATTEST:
SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE
SQUAD & FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.
Name: Matthew L. Neel
Title: Treasurer
Name: Bernard F. Shea
Title: President
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.00
PROMISSORY NOTE
$247,000.00
Prince Frederick, MD
Date
The Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad & Fire Department, Incorporated, a body corporate,
promises to pay to the order of the Board of County Commissioners of Calvert County, a body
politic, the full sum of two hundred forty seven thousand dollars ($247,000.00) with no
interest, said principal being payable in sixteen (16) semi-annual installments of fifteen
thousand four hundred thirty seven dollars and fifty cents ($15,437.50), said installments
being payable on July 1, 2016 and every January 1 and July 1 until fully paid, with the privilege
reserved of making larger payments in any amount at any time; and it is expressly agreed that if
default be made in the payment of any one of the aforesaid installments when and as the same
shall become due and payable, then, and in that event, the unpaid balance of the aforesaid
principal sum shall, at the option of the holder, at once become due and payable.
It is hereby understood and agreed by the parties hereto that should there be any remaining
balance on the said principal debt at the expiration of eight (8) years from the date hereof, said
balance shall then become due and payable.
FOR VALUE RECEIVED
ATTEST:
,rife(
SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE
SQUAD & FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.
4/6AL
Name: Matthew L. Neel
Title: Treasurer
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus Grant Agreement — FY 2016
$247.000.00
N'am6: Bernard F. Shea
Title: President
EXHIBIT D
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. The successful vender must be properly licensed to sell emergency vehicles in the State of
Maryland.
2. Any request for grant payments must include a copy of the Emergency Vehicle Salesman's
License, Dealer's License and Manufactures License.
3. The apparatus that is being replaced must remain in-service and available until such time that
the replacement apparatus is placed in-service and available. This condition may only be
modified with written permission of the grantor or their designee
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department
Apparatus (irant Agreement —2016
$247.000.00
Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad & Fire Department
Repayment Schedule for:
Ambulance 37
VIN #
DATEPAYMENT AMOUNT
BEGINNING BALANCE
July 1,2016
January 1, 2017
July 1,2017
January 1, 2018
July 1,2018
January 1, 2019
July 1, 2019
January 1, 2020
July 1, 2020
January 1, 2021
July 1,2021
January 1, 2022
July 1, 2022
January 1, 2023
July 1, 2023
January 1, 2024
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
$15,437.50
BALANCE
$247,000.00
$231,562.50
$216,125.00
$200,687.50
$185,250.00
$169,812.50
$154,375.00
$138,937.50
$123,500.00
$108,062.50
$92,625.00
$77,187.50
$61,750.00
$46,312.50
$30,875.00
$15,437.50
$0.00
AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this day of
1.2
5
, 1997,
by and between the various Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments of
Calvert County, Maryland (Departments), and the Board of County
Commissioners of Calvert County, Maryland (County).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
1.
From time to time, the Departments acquire pieces of
iapparatus to assist them in providing fire, rescue, and ambulance
service. A portion of the money used to purchase the apparatus is
provided to the Departments by the County.
2.
In exchange for receiving money
to purchase the
apparatus, the Departments have recently begun the practice of
entering into various agreements with the County for each piece of
apparatus purchased. These agreements include a promissory note
and a service agreement. The note is the Department's promise to
repay the County, through service, the amount the _County advanced
toward the purchase of the apparatus. The service agreement is the
Department's promise to provide fire, rescue, and ambulance service
for the term of the note. These documents will continue to be
executed. They will remain essentially the same, except that the
service agreement will contain the grant of a security interest in
the apparatus. Samples of each are attached.
3.
At the suggestion of its auditors, the County desires to
secure repayment of the monies advanced to the Departments by
1
placing a lien on each piece of apparatus purchased with County
funds. These liens would apply to all apparatus currently under a
service agreement and promissory note and any apparatus purchased
in the future.For apparatus already subject to a service
t agreement and promissory note, the duration and amount of the
security interest shall be the balance of the term and amount of
the original security agreement and promissory note.
4.
The Departments have agreed to give the County the
requested lien, and to continue the practice of executing the notes
and service agreements.
5.
The parties want to reduce their understanding to writing
to insure that there is no misunderstanding as to the promises and
undertakings of each.
TERMS OF AGREEMENT
IN CONSIDERATION of the mutual undertakings herein, the
parties agree as follows:
1.
When the County contributes to the purchase of any type
of apparatus purchased by.a Department, the Department will sign a
promissory note, service agreement, and grant a security interest
in the apparatus to the County in the amount of the note.
2.
The term of the note and repayment schedule for each
particular piece of apparatus will be determined by the Fire and
Rescue Commission in accordance with the apparatus life expectancy
policy.
3.
The County will appear as loss payee for each piece of
2
happaratus in which it has a security interest on the Department's
ilivehicle insurance policy. The County's interest will equal the
Hamount due on the note. Proof of insurance shall be submitted to
the County upon request. Failure to insure the apparatus and
include County as loss payee will be considered a default hereunder
and entitle the County to its remedies under Title 9 of the
Maryland Uniform Commercial Code.
4.
If a piece of apparatus in which the County has a
security interest is destroyed or stolen, the County will receive
the balance due under the note from the proceeds of the insurance
policy. If a piece of apparatus in which the County has a security
interest is repaired or replaced, the County's lien will continue
in effect in accordance with the payment schedule in the note and
service agreement. If any apparatus in which the County has a
security interest is sold, the unpaid balance due and owing to the
County will be due at the time of sale.
5.
When the note on the apparatus has been paid in full
through service, the note will be returned to the Department marked
"paid in full" and the lien on the apparatus shall be released.
When the lien is released, the County will have no further interest
in that apparatus.
6.
If a piece of apparatus is sold after the lien on it has
been released, the Department will apply the proceeds of the
purchase to a replacement apparatus or equipment. If the sold
apparatus is not to be replaced, the use of the proceeds from the
3
sale of the apparatus will remain the property of the Department
free of any restrictions imposed by the County on its use.
7.
This agreement shall apply to all apparatus purchased in
the future and to all apparatus currently subject to a service
agreement and promissory note. In the case of the latter, the
obligations contained in the service agreement and note will remain
in full force and effect to the extent that they are not
inconsistent with this agreement. If any term in either the
service agreement or note is inconsistent with this agreement, this
agreement shall have priority, except for the requirements of
paragraph number 8 below.
8.
I
When this agreement is signed by all the parties, the
Departments will execute the necessary paperwork to give to the
County a security interest in all apparatus currently subject to
service agreements and promissory notes. The amount of the lien
I will equal the unpaid balance due under the note. The term of the
1•
security agreement shall equal the balance of the term of the
service agreement.
9. This agreement will be construed under the laws of the
State of Maryland.
10. If any part of this agreement is found to be invalid,
that part will be severed from the agreement and the balance of the
agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
AS WITNESS the hands and seals of the parties hereto.
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I(ATTEST:
THE CALVERT ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT
UNIT, INC. (CALS)
BY:
Bobb `•nner, Presideht
CALVERT COUNTY RESCUE DIVE TEAM,
INC.
Jphn Byrer, esident
DUNKIRK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT,
INC.
BY: G<%:\cre
Todd Ward, President
HUNTINGTONN VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT, INCORPORATED
BY: Schrom,VPresident
NORTH BEACH VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTME T INC.
BY:
evere, President
PRINCE FREDERICK'VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT, INC.
BY:
1754j;/ e Cox, President
PRINCE FREDERICK VOLUNTEER RESCUE
SQUAD, INC.
BY:
ee.Atiz
Clarke Rrling , President
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SOLOMONS VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD
AND R7EPARTMENT,
ATTEST:
BY: T
MarPresident
ST. LEONARD VOL
R FIRE AND
RESCUE CQMPANY 7 INC.
BY:
Cha les' icke, President
8.d•
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF CALVERT COUNTY, MARYL
ATTEST:
4-7)
Mary
/P'ffrA
BY:
er R. Mist: , President
atson, Clerk
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