Rev. 10-3-17 METRO,....,. AMENDMENT- INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) Amendment No. 1 IFB No. 4018000101 Project No. Date Amendment Issued 3/8/18 COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS (To be completed by Bidder) Issued By METROPOLITAN TRANSIT AUTHORITY Procur ement Division 1900 Main Str eet Houst on, Texas 77002 P. O. Box 61429 Houston, Texas 77208-1429 The hour and date specified for receipt of Bids is: [ x ] Not extended [ ] Extended to _ _ at _ Date Time The IFB is amended as follows: THIS AMENDMENT: 1. Updates specifi cations for the MEDI UM DUîY ENCLOSED CARGO TRUCK - Exhibit A (updates ar e bolded and italicized) 2. Separ ates out POLI CE MOTORCYCLE LI GHTING SPECIFICATION from the Police Motor cycl es specification in Exhibit A (4) Except as provided herein, all instructions and pr ovisions of the IFB, as her etofor e changed, r emain unchanged and in full force and eff ect. Bidder s must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and dat e specified for bid opening, by one of the following methods: (1) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on the Bid Form; (2) By signing and returning one [1] copy of this amendment with your Bid; or (3) By separat e letter or f ax which includes a ref er ence to the IFB and amendment number(s). FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PROCUREMENT OFFICE PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR BID. If, by virtue of this amendment you desir e to change your bid alr eady submitt ed, such change may be made by f ax or letter, provided such f ax or lett er makes r ef er ence to the IFB and this amendment, and is r eceived prior to the opening hour and date specified. BIDDER (Authorized Representative) BY NAME: _ SIGNATURE: _ TITLE: _ DATE: _ BY NAME: METROPOLITAN TRANSIT AUTHORITY (Authorized Represent ative) TITLE: _ Senior Contr act Administr ator
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Rev. 10-3-17
METRO,....,.
AMENDMENT- INVITATION FOR BID (IFB)
Amendment No. 1
IFB No. 4018000101
Project No. Date Amendment Issued 3/8/18
COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS (To be completed by Bidder) Issued By METROPOLITAN TRANSIT AUTHORITY Procurement Division 1900 Main Street Houston, Texas 77002 P. O. Box 61429 Houston, Texas 77208-1429
The hour and date specified for receipt of Bids is: [ x ] Not extended [ ] Extended to __ at _
Date Time The IFB is amended as follows:
THIS AMENDMENT: 1. Updates specifications for the MEDIUM DUîY ENCLOSED CARGO TRUCK - Exhibit A
(updates are bolded and italicized)
2. Separates out POLICE MOTORCYCLE LIGHTING SPECIFICATION from the Police Motorcycles specification in Exhibit A (4)
Except as provided herein, all instructions and provisions of the IFB, as heretofore changed, remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified for bid opening, by one of the following methods:
(1) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on the Bid Form; (2) By signing and returning one [1] copy of this amendment with your Bid; or (3) By separate letter or fax which includes a reference to the IFB and amendment number(s).
FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PROCUREMENT OFFICE PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR BID. If, by virtue of this amendment you desire to change your bid already submitted, such change may be made by fax or letter, provided such fax or letter makes reference to the IFB and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.
Siren Speaker will be mounted, on the right side of the Motorcycle off the crash bar. Mounts will be secure and in a manner
that will protect the speaker and bell from damage, in a minor tip over of the motorcycle.
Siren will be operated by three (3) switches located on the Clutch reservoir cap. A Switch will be designated for each siren
function as follows, first switch Yelp, second switch Wail, third switch Phaser. Additional thumb press button (Momentary) will
be installed on left handle bar to be operated by left thumb, which will activate the Yelp this will allow the operator to bump the siren without releasing their grip on the handle bar.
NOTE:
A Siren horn override will be connected to the factory horn button and will operated regardless if the siren function is in
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To reduce the amount of connections located on the battery a heavy gauge wire should be run from the battery to a distribution
center located in the trunk of the motorcycle with an emergency cut off switch or battery buddy style cut off to save the battery from electrical drain during storage.
All lights and sirens and extra equipment shall be connected at this point, extra mount points will be available for radar hook
up and for personal equipment such as heated clothing for the riders.
Accessory Plug kit to run radars unit, and Pulsating brake light controller.
The contractor will be required to remove all radio and communications equipment from motorcycles that will be retired and will install the same equipment on the new motorcycle.
4.0 SERVICE PARTS
4.1 The contractor shall maintain an OEM recognized and authorized full-service facility with adequate stock of all regular and special parts in the Houston area.
5.0 DOCUMENTATION
5.1 The Contractor shall furnish two (1) complete sets of service manuals for the motorcycles. The service manual shall be in CD/DVD
format. Each set shall include operations manuals, maintenance manuals, component repair manuals, parts manuals, and electrical
schematics. The package shall also include a recommended spare parts list and all other manuals or documents not mentioned but specifically related to the maintenance, up keep and service of the motorcycles.
6.0
6.1
INSPECTION
METRO shall inspect the vehicles for completeness, condition and conformity with the Contractor. The Contractor may have a
representative present during inspections. METRO shall have sole authority to determine the completeness, condition, and conformity of the vehicles.
6.2 If any vehicle is found to be inferior to the quality called for in the Contract or deficient in measurements, workmanship, or
otherwise, the METRO Project Manager or his duly authorized representative shall have the right to reject the police motorcycle.
The rejected motorcycle shall be immediately corrected to conform to the specifications in the Contract. The right of METRO to
reject nonconforming vehicles shall be cumulative of METRO's other remedies.
6.3 Inspection will be performed by METRO's Project Manager at Contractor's facility prior to delivery of the vehicle.
7.0 WARRANTY
The Contractor shall provide METRO with a minimum of a three (3) year 60,000-mile factory warranty for the police motorcycles.
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SPECIFICATION
MEDIUM DUTY ENCLOSED CARGO TRUCK
1.0 GENERAL: This Specification covers the requirements for a new and ready for service 2018 Medium Duty
Enclosed Cargo Truck to be used by the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County Texas (METRO), in its
Support Vehicle Fleet.
1 .1 The vehicle shall be equipped with all Original Equipment Manufacturer's (OEM) published standard and safety
items not specifically deleted or replaced by options in this specification.
1.2 The contractor shall furnish METRO confirmation of acceptance of the order by the OEM within thirty (30)
calendar days from the date of receipt of executed contract or notice of award. The confirmation shall include
the basic vehicle ordered and all components required in this specification plus projected build and delivery
dates.
1 .3 All components required in this specification must be installed by the vehicle OEM at the point of origin (factory)
unless approved by METRO prior to order being placed with the OEM by the contractor.
2.0 REQUIREMENTS: This specification details the specific requirements for a medium duty enclosed bed
truck, with a minimum total cargo capacity of 15,000 LBS (pounds). The overall GVWR of the vehicle
will be determined by the chassis manufacturer.
2.1 Air Conditioning: The vehicle shall be air conditioned by the original equipment manufacturer and shall be
delivered with R 134a refrigerant.
2.2 Engine: The vehicle shall be powered by a six (6) cylinder diesel engine (minimum) with turbocharger and
heavy-duty oil cooler. The vehicle shall also be equipped with a heavy-duty dry type air cleaner.
2.2.1 Cooling system - the vehicle shall have the OEMs maximum capacity cooling system and coolant
recovery tank that is designed to operate with the engine, transmission, and air conditioning system
supplied with the vehicle.
2.2.2 An electronic engine shutdown device and alarm with automatic override shall monitor oil pressure,
water level, water temperature, transmission fluid level and transmission oil temperature. The device
shall provide audible and visual alarms when low oil pressure, high coolant temperature or low
coolant level conditions become harmful to the engine or it's components, and shall provide engine
shutdown in the event these conditions become critical. The shutdown system shall also provide the
same protection to the transmission by monitoring the fluid temperature and level and shutting the
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engine down when conditions become harmful to the transmission. An automatic override feature
shall be included to allow the engine to be restarted immediately and run for 30 - 45 seconds after
shutdown has occurred. The visual and audible components of the device shall be installed in the
instrument panel.
2.3 Electrica l: Required electrica l components are as follows:
2.3.1 Alternator - 12 volt alternator shall be rated at 130 amps with integral electronic voltage regulator.
2.3.2 Batteries - shall be two (2) batteries, with each battery rated at 625 cold cranking amp (CCA),
minimum, connected in parallel for 12-volt operation.
2.4 Transmission: The vehicle shall be equipped with a five speed automatic transmission or METRO approved
equivalent. The transmission shall be matched to the diesel engine by the OEM. The vehicle shall be capable
of maintaining 70-MPH highway speed when empty.
2.5 Cab Interior: All wiring and looms shall be anchored with clamps. The cab interior shall include, but not be
limited to, the following.
2.5.1 Lights - the vehicle shall have courtesy lights mounted under the dash to illuminate the entire open
floor area when the doors are opened. The vehicle shall also be equipped with a dome light, map
reading lights and engine compartment light.
2.5.2 Gauges and warning lights - oil pressure, voltmeter or ammeter, coolant temperature, fuel, air
pressure and speedometer gauges shall be installed in the instrument panel of the vehicle. All
gauges shall be backlit. The vehicle shall also be equipped with warning lights to monitor high engine
temperature, low engine oil pressure, parking brake and low air pressure. The low air pressure light
shall come with a buzzer or bell set to annunciate when air pressure falls below 60 PSI.
2.5.3 Windshield wiper - two (2) speed electric with washer and intermittent feature.
2.5.4 Radio - AM-FM with clock.
2.5.5 Floors - floor covering shall be fully insulated durable rubber. The vehicle shall also include rubber
floor mats, color matched to the floor covering.
2.5.6 Color - the interior shall be OEM standard.
2.5.7 Seat- heavy-duty vinyl bench, seat color matched to vehicle interior.
2.5.8 Horn - dual electric.
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2.5.9 Mirror - windshield mounted day/night (day/night mirror may be installed loca lly by the Contractor).
2.6. Vehicle Exterior: The vehicle shall have four (4) sets of keys for all locks and the ignition. The vendor shall
provide a written summary of ignition and door key codes when the vehicle is delivered.
2.6.1 Paint - The exterior cab of the vehicle shall be covered with OEM White. The body shall be
covered with black high gloss or METRO approved equivalent. The paint shall be applied
smoothly and evenly with the finished surface free of dirt, runs, orange peel, and other
imperfections.
2.6.2 Fuel tank shall be either single or double tank with a minimum capacity of forty five (45) gallons.
2.6.3 Glass shall be single density, all windows tinted.
2.6.4 Mirrors shall be adjustable "west coast" type on both sides.
2.6.5 Backup alarm - an electrica l/mechanica l audible backup alarm shall be mounted on the rear axle of
the vehicle. The alarm shall have a sound loud enough to be heard over the normal operating noises
of the vehicle. The alarm shall sound any time the gearshift lever is placed in the reverse position.
2.6.6 Grab handles shall be located on both sides of the cab.
2.7 Chassis: The truck shall be equipped with the following chassis and suspension items:
2.7.1 Brakes shall be full air, front and rear disc. All brake system components must comply with FMVSS
121.
2. 7.2 Air dryer shall have an integral moisture ejector and shall be installed by the O.E.M.
2.7.3 The vehicle shall have a rear spring type suspension.
2.7.4 Shock absorbers shall be heavy duty, front and rear.
2.7.4 Wheelbase shall be 200 inches (minimum), with a 130 inch Cab to Ax le (CA), minimum. The final
dimensions of the wheelbase and the cab to axle shall be determined by the body component
installers and approved by the Project Manager.
2.7.6 Total cargo capacity of 15,000 LBS (pounds). The overall GVWR of the vehicle will be
determined by the chassis manufacturer.
2.7.7 Tires - the vehicle shall have seven (7) tires including the spare. They shall be rated at 11 X 22.5-14
(minimum).
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2.7.8 Wheels/Rims - the truck shall have seven (7) wheels with ten (1 O) hole disc rims and 22.5 inch
wheels supplied with the vehicle. The spare tire and wheel shall be mounted and stored in an area of
the vehicle designated by the OEM. The vehicle shall have dual rear wheels and they shall be
interchangeable with the front.
3.0 Fully Enclosed Cargo Body
The overall dimensions of the Enclosed Cargo Body of the truck shall be 240 inches long, 102 inches wide and
96 inches high. The floor shall be minimum 1 /4" steel treadplate
3.1 Cargo Body Door - the cargo body door shall be an roll up overhead door with securing
latches and hasps for pad locks.
3.2 Cargo Body Lighting - the interior of the body shall have LED strip type lighting
mounted to the cargo area celling centerline of the vehicle. The cargo body interior
light circuit shall be activated by a relay powered from the accessory terminal of the
ignition switch. The light switch shall be mounted on the curb side wall four inches
inside the back door in an area accessible from the ground.
Cargo Restraint System - the cargo body shall have two (2) rows of horizontal E-tract cargo
restraint devices mounted on the interior walls. The devices shall be spaced so that the
cargo can be secured in two (2) positions. The cargo restraint system shall come with three
(3) aluminum shoring beams designed for a 102" cargo body bars that may be fastened to
the E-tracts on both side walls and prevent the forward and rearward movement of the
mobile safes while the vehicle is in motion. The system shall also be supplied with ten (10)
2 inch wide ratchet straps that are 12 feet long with E-track connectors for securing cargo in
the body of the vehicle.
3.3 Rail Lift - the vehicle shall come equipped with a 72" x 80" platform and a 15"
extension ramp or METRO approved equivalent. The lift shall be designed for a 102"
wide cargo body and shall come equipped with an auxiliary hand pump for moving
the lift in the event of an electrical failure. The lift shall a/so be designed with
dual/split cart stops to prevent the cargo from falling from the device while loading.
Bottom stops shall be supplied with the unit to prevent damage while the lift is
lowered for docking during the loading and unloading operation. The lift shall have a
minimum lifting capacity of 3,000 LBS (pounds).
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4.0 DOCUMENTATION: The contractor shall furnish four (4) complete sets of service manuals for the vehicle.
Each set shall include operations manuals, maintenance manuals, component repair manuals, parts manuals
and electrical schematics. The package shall also include four (4) emission manuals and all other manuals or
documents not mentioned but specifically related to the maintenance, upkeep and servicing of the vehicle.
5.0 WARRANTY:
5.1 The vehicle shall be covered with the manufacturer's minimum warranty for three (3) years or 36,000 miles.
The warranty shall be bumper to bumper with no deductible.
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6.1
ACCEPTANCE:
The vehicle shall be ready for service when delivered to METRO. The Manufacturer's Statement of Origin
(MSO) shall be delivered with the vehicle.
6.2 The METRO Superintendent of Support Vehicle Maintenance or his designated representative shall perform
initial inspection and acceptance. Inspections shall be performed at the Contractor's facility if it is within Harris
County, Texas. Contractors without facilities located within Harris County, Texas shall designate and notify
METRO in writing upon Contract award of an authorized OEM inspection facility that is located within Harris
County, Texas.
6.3 Final acceptance of the vehicles will be by the METRO Project Manager after all terms and conditions of the
