Mark A. Cowart Chief Information Officer 2222 M Street Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-7331 (209) 725-3535 Fax www.co.merced.ca.us Equal Opportunity Employer Issue Date: April 16, 2014 THE COUNTY OF MERCED DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES-PURCHASING INVITATION FOR BID BID NO. 7049 FOR: 2014/15 LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS AND VANS COMMODITY CODE: 975.14 Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received at the Merced County Department of Administrative Services-Purchasing until 4:00 P.M., local time, on May 7, 2014 at which time they will be publicly opened, read and published to the web for the furnishing and delivering of 2014 Light Duty Trucks and Vans. Please carefully read and follow the instructions. Bids shall be presented under sealed cover. Clearly marked with the bid number and bid submittal deadline date on the outside and mailed or delivered to: County of Merced Department of Administrative Services-Purchasing 2222 "M" Street, Room 1 Merced, California 95340 Attn: Frank C. Rybka, C.P.M., CPPB Procurement Specialist II Phone: 209-385-7331 Ext. 4361 Fax: 209-725-3535 E-Mail: frybka@co.merced.ca.us Any bidder who wishes their bid to be considered is responsible for making certain that their bid is received in the Department of Administrative Services-Purchasing by the Bid Submittal Deadline. NO ORAL, TELEPHONIC, TELEGRAPHIC, ELECTRONIC (E-MAIL), OR FACSIMILE BIDS OR MODIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. BIDS RECEIVED AFTER THE BID SUBMITTAL DEADLINE WILL BE REJECTED REGARDLESS OF POSTMARK DATE AND WILL BE RETURNED TO THE BIDDER UNOPENED. BID SUBMITTAL DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., May 7, 2014 BIDS WILL BE CONSIDERED LATE WHEN THE OFFICIAL DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES-PURCHASING TIME CLOCK READS 4:01 P.M. STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION... PAGE 1. Technical Specifications... 3 2. Invitation for Bid and Calendar Checklist... 30 3. Instructions... 31 4. General Terms and Conditions... 35 5. Award of Bid... 43 ATTACHMENTS: A. Signature Sheet... 46 B. Bid Cost Sheet... 47 C. Reference List... 48 D. Sub-Contractor List... 49 E. Local Vendor Preference Certification... 50 2
SECTION 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 ONE-QUARTER TON PICKUP TRUCK 2014 ONE-HALF TON PICKUP TRUCK 2014 THREE QUARTER TON CAB AND CHASSIS TRUCK 2014 ONE TON CAB AND CHASSIS TRUCK 2015 FULL SIZE CARGO VAN 2015 FULL SIZE PASSENGER VAN 2014 FULL SIZE CARGO VAN (HANDICAP EQUIPPED) BID NO. 7049 GENERAL: These specifications describe the requirements for a 2014 One-Quarter Ton Pickup Truck, 2014 One-Half Ton Pickup Truck, 2014 Three-Quarter Ton Cab and Chassis Truck, 2014 One Ton Cab and Chassis Truck, 2015 Full Size Cargo Van, 2015 Full Size Passenger Van, and a 2014 Full Size Cargo Van (Handicap Equipped). The equipment specified is to be placed into service by various Merced County Departments. The specifications for the various vehicles represent features best suited to the intended use of the equipment and are not intended to exclude equipment that may vary slightly from these specifications. Judgment of the exceptions is to rest with Merced County Administrative Services- Purchasing. As part of this bid, bidder must provide an exception page for each item bid listing any exception(s) taken to the specifications. If exception(s) are not noted, the County will assume the bidder will meet all of the requirements and assume full responsibility to meet the specifications. 3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 ONE-QUARTER TON PICKUP TRUCK 1.0 2014 ONE-QUARTER TON, EXTENDED CAB, 4WD, PICKUP QUANTITY: 1 TRUCK AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Pickup trucks shall be equipped with regular cabs and bed. Pickup beds shall be straight-side style. Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 4 Wheelbase 125 inches Engine Horsepower 260 HP No. of Cylinders 6 GVRW 5,600 lbs. Bed Length 6 foot Payload 1,370 lbs. Minimum Fuel Economy 17 Standard-2014 Combined MPG Rating* *2014 Combined MPG Rating. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicle delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resources Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highway in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVWR or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) standards for exhaust emissions (13 CCR 1961).as of the date of the bid opening. 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: The vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. 4
All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular unleaded, 87 octane gasoline as available from any reputable retail pump in California. 4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from 0 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: Each vehicle shall come equipped with a heavy-duty 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicle, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturers standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than four (4) forward speeds and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. The steering system shall return to center when the driver s grip on the steering wheel is relaxed and the vehicle is in motion. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted braking with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicle ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All primary tires and wheels shall be identical *i.e. no cross brands or models). Each vehicle shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. The spare tire may be mounted on a traditional steel wheel. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Wheel weights shall contain no more than 0.1 percent lead by weight (Health and Safety Code Section 25215.6). Rear tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicle when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 5
4.10 Trailer-Towing Package: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. 4.13 Body/Cab: This vehicle shall be the pickup straight-side type with an enclosed steel cab. The pickup box shall be double-wall construction. The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard front bumper and the manufacturer s standard rear step-type bumper. The extended cab shall be equipped with 4 doors and seating for 5 adults. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all cloth. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Carpeting floor covering. Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light, activated by each door. Inside hood release. Right and left side exterior rear view mirrors shall be manufacture s standard. Inside rearview mirror, day/night. Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio with CD, MP3, and antenna. Intermittent, multi-speed windshield wipers with washers. Front license plate bracket Power door locks Bluetooth capability Keyless remote control Factory mats, rubber Mirrors, dual power Mud guards, front and rear 6
16 wheels and tires Skid plates Spare, full size Speed control Tilt steering wheel. Tire pressure monitor Windows, power Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity cab and chassis included. Owner s Manual. Warranty certificate and/or card. Trailer tow package Cloth split bench seat, front 7
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 ONE-HALF TON PICKUP TRUCKS 1.0 2014 ONE-HALF TON, EXTENDED CAB, 4WD, PICKUP QUANTITY: 4 TRUCK AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Pickup trucks shall be equipped with double cabs and bed. Pickup beds shall be straight-side style. Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 6 Wheelbase 145 inches Engine Horsepower 302 HP No. of Cylinders 6(Flex Fuel) Max. GVWR 6,900 lbs. Bed Length 6-1/2 foot Payload 1,510 lbs. Minimum Fuel Economy Standard-2014 Combined 18 MPG Rating* *2014 Combined MPG Rating. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicle delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resource Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highway in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVRW or less which has a vehicle curb weight of 6,000 pounds or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) standards for exhaust emissions (13 cal. Code Regs. 1961). 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: Each vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. 8
All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular (87 octane) gasoline. 4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from 0 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: Each vehicle shall come equipped with a heavy-duty 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicle, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturers standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than five (5) forward speeds and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted braking with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicle ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All on ground tires and wheels shall be identical (i.e. no cross brands or models). Each vehicle shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. The spare tire may be mounted on a traditional steel wheel. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Rear tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicle when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 4.10 Trailer-Towing Package Option: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 9
4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, and CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. 4.13 Body/Cab: This vehicle shall be the pickup straight-side type with an enclosed steel cab. All pickup boxes shall be double-wall construction. Each vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard front bumper and the manufacturer s standard rear step-type bumper. The extended cab shall be equipped with 4 doors and seating for 6 adults. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. If the exterior color is not specified, the default color shall be white. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all vinyl. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Front and rear vinyl split bench seats Vinyl flooring front and rear Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light, activated by each door. Inside hood release. Inside rearview mirror, day/night. Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio and antenna. Two speed intermittent windshield wipers with washers. Tilt steering wheel. 12-Volt DC power outlet (2 each) in front compartment. Power front and rear windows Power door locks Cruise control Bluetooth capable Dual power side mirrors, black Trailer tow package 3.73 Axle 17 inch steel wheels Locking tailgate Outside Temperature Gauge 10
Perimeter alarm system Keyless entry system Reverse sensing system Factory rubber floor mats Front license bracket Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity cab and chassis included. Owner s Manual. Warranty certificate and/or card 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 THREE QUARTER TON 4X2 EXTENDED CAB CAB AND CHASSIS 1.0 2014 THREE-QUARTER TON, EXTENDED CAB, 2WD, QUANTITY: 1 CAB AND CHASSIS TRUCK AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Pickup truck shall be equipped with an extended cab. Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 5 Wheelbase 158 inches Engine Horsepower 385 HP No. of Cylinders 8 GVRW 10,000 lbs. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicle delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resource Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highways in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVRW or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle I (ULEV I)requirements for pickup trucks as established by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as of the date of the bid opening. 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: Each vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular (87 octane) gasoline as available from any reputable retail pump in California. 12
4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from 0 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: Each vehicle shall come equipped with a heavy-duty 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicle, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturers standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than five (5) forward speeds with overdrive and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted braking with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicle ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All on ground tires and wheels shall be identical (i.e. no cross brands or models). Each vehicle shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. The spare tire may be mounted on a traditional steel wheel. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Rear tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicle when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 4.10 Trailer-Towing Package Option: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, and CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. 13
4.13 Body/Cab: This vehicle shall be the pickup straight-side type with an enclosed steel cab. Each vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard front bumper and the manufacturer s standard rear step-type bumper. The extended cab shall be equipped with 4 doors and seating for 6 adults. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. If the exterior color is not specified, the default color shall be white. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all vinyl. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Vinyl floor covering. Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light, activated by each door. Inside hood release. Right and left side exterior dual heated power mirrors with manual fold. Inside rearview mirror, day/night. Clearance lights Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio with CD and MP3 and antenna. Two speed intermittent windshield wipers with washers. Tilt steering wheel. Compass, USB port and Bluetooth (2)12-Volt DC power outlets in front compartment. Cruise control Touch controls on steering wheel Perimeter alarm system Keyless remote control entry system 3.73 Axle ratio Pickup box delete Cloth 40/Mini-console/40 front seats Trailer hitch Trailer tow package- 7 to 4-way connector, 7-wire trailer harness and trailer brake wiring Kit Power door locks Power windows Suspension package, heavy service: auxiliary rear springs and stabilizer bar Front license bracket 14
Black front bumper Factory rubber floor mats Four each Upfitter switches Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity cab and chassis included. Owner s Manual. Warranty certificate and/or card. 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 ONE TON 4X2 REGULAR CAB CAB AND CHASSIS 1.0 2014 ONE TON, REGULAR CAB, 2WD CAB AND CHASSIS QUANTITY: 1 TRUCK AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Pickup truck shall be equipped with an extended cab. Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 3 Wheelbase 141 inches Engine Horsepower 385 HP No. of Cylinders 8 GVRW 13,700 lbs. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicle delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements for pickup trucks in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resource Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highways in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVRW or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle I (ULEV I)requirements for pickup trucks as established by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as of the date of the bid opening. 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: Each vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular (87 octane) gasoline as available from any reputable retail pump in California. 16
4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from 0 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: Each vehicle shall come equipped with a heavy-duty 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicle, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturers standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than five (5) forward speeds with overdrive and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted braking with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicle ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All on ground tires and wheels shall be identical (i.e. no cross brands or models). Each vehicle shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. The spare tire may be mounted on a traditional steel wheel. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Rear tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicle when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 4.10 Trailer-Towing Package Option: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, and CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. 17
4.13 Body/Cab: This vehicle shall be the pickup straight-side type with an enclosed steel cab. Each vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard front bumper. The manufacturer s standard rear step-type bumper. The extended cab shall be equipped with 2 doors and seating for 3 adults. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. If the exterior color is not specified, the default color shall be white. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all vinyl. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Vinyl floor covering. Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light, activated by each door. Inside hood release. Mirrors, dual manual with manual fold and manual telescoping trailer tow. Inside rearview mirror, day/night. Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio with clock and antenna. Two speed intermittent windshield wipers with washers. Tilt steering wheel. (2)12-Volt DC power outlets in front compartment. Alternator, heavy duty 157 amp 3.73 Axle ratio Delete pickup box Vinyl split bench seats Trailer tow package- 7 to 4-way connector, 7-wire trailer harness and trailer brake wiring Kit Aft. Axle tank Front license bracket Factory rubber floor mats 17 inch wheels Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity cab and chassis included. Owner s Manual. Warranty certificate and/or card. 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2015 FULL SIZE CARGO VAN 2015 FULL SIZE 2WD, RWD STANDARD ROOF CARGO VAN QUANTITY: 1 AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 2 Wheelbase 130 inches Engine Horsepower 260 No. of Cylinders 6 GVWR 9,000 lbs. Payload 4,000 lbs. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for full size vans in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicles delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements for passenger and cargo vans in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resources Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highway in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVWR or less which has a vehicle curb weight of 6,000 pounds or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) standards for exhaust emissions (13 Cal. Code Regs. 1961). 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: Each vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular unleaded, 87 octane gasoline as available from any reputable retail pump in California. 19
4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from -32 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: The vehicle shall come equipped with a 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicles, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than five (5) forward speeds and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted service brakes with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake (ABS) system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicles ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All on ground tires and wheels shall be identical (i.e. no cross brands or models). Each full-size van (passenger or cargo) shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Drive tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicles when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 4.10 Trailer-Towing Package: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicles shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicles shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, and CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. 20
4.13 Body/Cab: The cargo van shall be the three-door type body style with rear panel hinged doors. The side door shall be the hinged type. Front seats shall be high back with integral head restraints not less than 27.5 above the seating reference point, as specified in FMVSS 571.202. All seats shall have a head restraint. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all vinyl. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater (front and rear) and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Dual front air bags. Less air bag switch. Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light(s), with door activated switches. Inside hood release. Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio w/cd and antenna. Two speed and intermittent windshield wipers with windshield washers. Tilt steering wheel. Inside rearview mirror, day/night. 12-Volt DC power outlets (2). Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity. Vinyl floor covering, front. Rhino lining in cargo floor area. Front vinyl bucket seats. Partition between passenger compartment and cargo area. Front license bracket. Power windows. Power door locks. Power door mirrors. Remote keyless entry system. Anti-theft alarm system. Low tire pressure warning. Parking sensors. Tires front and rear: 235/65SR16.0 LT235/65R16.0 black side wall. 21
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2015 FULL SIZE PASSENGER VAN 2015 FULL SIZE 2WD, RWD PASSENGER VAN QUANTITY: 1 AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 15 Wheelbase 148 inches Engine Horsepower 260 No. of Cylinders 6 GVRW 9,000 lbs. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for full size vans in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicles delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements for passenger and cargo vans in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resources Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highway in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVWR or less which has a vehicle curb weight of 6,000 pounds or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) standards for exhaust emissions (13 Cal. Code Regs. 1961). 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: Each vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular unleaded, 87 octane gasoline as available from any reputable retail pump in California. 22
4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from -32 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: The vehicle shall come equipped with a 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicles, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than five (5) forward speeds and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted service brakes with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake (ABS) system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicles ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All on ground tires and wheels shall be identical (i.e. no cross brands or models). Each full-size van (passenger or cargo) shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Drive tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicles when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 4.10 Trailer-Towing Package: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicles shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicles shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, and CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. Passenger vans shall be equipped with front and rear air conditioning. 23
4.13 Body/Cab: The passenger vans shall be the three-door type body style with split, hinged rear panel doors. The side door shall be the hinged type. The passenger vans shall be equipped with full-length side and door windows. All side and rear windows behind the driver shall incorporate the manufacturer s standard privacy tint to reduce the amount ultraviolet rays entering the van s interior. Front seats shall be buckets with integral head restraints not less than 27.5 above the seating reference point, as specified in FMVSS 571.202. All seats shall have a head restraint. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all vinyl. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater (front and rear) and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Dual front air bags. Less air bag switch. Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light(s), with door activated switches. Inside hood release. Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio w/cd and antenna. Bluetooth connectivity. Two speed and intermittent windshield wipers with windshield washers. Tilt steering wheel Inside rearview mirror, day/night. 12-Volt DC power outlets (2). 3.73 Axle ratio. Cruise Control. Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity. Vinyl floor covering, front and rear. Non school bus use. Cloth full length headliner. Cloth sun visors. Cloth seating front and rear. 24
Trailer tow package. Front license bracket. Power front windows. Power front door locks. Rear window defroster. Power doors mirrors. Heavy duty alternator, 150 amps. Rear parking sensors. Rear view camera. Running boards. Privacy glass. Remote keyless entry system. Tires front and rear: LT235/65R16 black side wall. 25
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 FULL SIZE CARGO VAN WITH WHEELCHAIR CONVERSION 2014 FULL SIZE 2WD, RWD CARGO VAN WITH QUANTITY: 1 WHEELCHAIR CONVERSION AS FOLLOWS: 2.0 CLASSIFICATION: Vehicles offered must meet or exceed the following values: 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Seating 2 Wheelbase 138 inches Engine Horsepower 255 No. of Cylinders 8 GVRW 9,500 lbs. Each vehicle delivered shall be fully compliant with all Federal and State regulations for full size vans in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.1 Safety: The vehicles delivered shall conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) requirements for passenger and cargo vans in effect as of the date of manufacture. 3.2 Emission Control: The engine shall be California Air Resources Board (CARB) certified to operate on-highway in the State of California at the time of manufacture. Any motor vehicle rated at 8,500 pounds GVWR or less which has a vehicle curb weight of 6,000 pounds or less shall meet or exceed California s Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) standards for exhaust emissions (13 Cal. Code Regs. 1961). 4.0 REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 General: Each vehicle shall be new (unused), current production. Each vehicle shall be supplied with all equipment and accessories indicated as standard equipment in the manufacturer s published literature unless specifically deleted as stated in this specification or Invitation for Bid. Optional equipment necessary to meet the minimum requirements of this specification shall be installed. All equipment/options are to be factory installed. If the equipment/options are not available from the factory, dealer installed equipment/accessories may be acceptable. The bidder is to specify those items that will be dealer installed. All equipment shall be installed prior to delivery. 4.2 Engine: The engine shall be designed to operate on regular unleaded, 87 octane gasoline as available from any reputable retail pump in California. 26
4.3 Cooling System: The cooling system shall be a liquid pressurized, forced circulation type. A coolant recovery system shall be furnished. The cooling systems shall provide protection from ambient temperatures ranging from -32 F to 120 F. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer-towing package, as specified herein or optioned for on the purchase order, the vehicle shall be equipped with the maximum cooling system available from the manufacturer. 4.4 Electrical System: The vehicle shall come equipped with a 12-volt electrical system specifically designed to handle the load requirements of the vehicles, equipped with options, as specified herein. 4.5 Transmission/Driveline: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard automatic-overdrive type transmission providing not less than four (4) forward speeds and one (1) reverse speed and shall include the manufacturer s standard transmission cooler. 4.6 Steering: The vehicle shall have the manufacturer s standard power-assisted steering. 4.7 Brakes: The vehicle shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard power assisted service brakes with a four wheel, electronic anti-lock brake (ABS) system. 4.8 Wheels and Tires: The vehicle shall be equipped with the OEM s standard tubeless type radial tires mounted on OEM approved rims. Tires shall be the OEM's recommended tread design for the type vehicles ordered. As a minimum, all tires shall be the all-season tread design and labeled for Mud and Snow (M/S) service. All on ground tires and wheels shall be identical (i.e. no cross brands or models). Each full-size van (passenger or cargo) shall be equipped with a full-size spare tire and wheel mounted and secured on a production-type carrier. All tires and wheels shall be properly balanced. Drive tire clearance shall be adequate for normal operation of the vehicles when loaded to capacity and equipped with winter anti-skid chains or cables. 4.9 Axles/Springs/Frame: As required for vehicle GVWR. 4.10 Trailer-Towing Package: Vehicles equipped with a trailer-towing package shall include a frame mounted, 2-inch receiver type hitch and a 7-wire trailer electrical harness. The hitch shall be rated as a SAE class III hitch. A receiver insert, ball, and trailer electrical plug are not required. 4.11 Fuel Tank: The vehicles shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard fuel tank. 4.12 Air Conditioning: The vehicles shall be equipped with the manufacturer s standard, factory installed, and CFC free, dehumidifying/all weather air-conditioner. The air conditioning system shall include, but shall not be limited to, necessary insulation, increased engine cooling capacity, including recovery system, plus increased alternator and battery capacity. 4.13 Body/Cab: The cargo van shall be the three-door type body style with split, hinged rear panel doors. The third side door shall be hinged. 27
Front seats shall be buckets with integral head restraints not less than 27.5 above the seating reference point, as specified in FMVSS 571.202. All seats shall have a head restraint. 4.14 Exterior Color: The exterior color shall be selected from the manufacturer s published listing of factory available colors. The paint color and scheme will be identified on the Purchase Order. 4.15 Interior/Seat Upholstery: The interior color shall be the manufacturer s standard color supplied with the exterior color specified. Seat upholstery shall be all vinyl. 4.16 Miscellaneous Equipment: The following items, supplementing if necessary those items already cataloged as standard equipment, shall be furnished and in place. Multi-speed fresh air ventilator with heater (front and rear) and windshield defogger system. Seat belts for all seating positions. Dual front air bags. Less air bag switch. Sun visors for driver and front passenger positions. Dome light(s), with door activated switches. Inside hood release. Manufacturer s standard AM/FM Stereo radio w/clock and antenna. Two speed and intermittent windshield wipers with windshield washers. Tilt steering wheel Inside rearview mirror, day/night. 12-Volt DC power outlets (2). 3.73 Axle ratio. Standard tool kit including wheel-changing tools and jack adequate to safety lift the vehicle when loaded to rated capacity. Vinyl floor covering, front. Windows all around. Hinged 60/40 side doors. Front license bracket. Power front windows. Power front door locks. Rear window defroster. Roll stability control. Power RH & LH exterior mirrors. Remote keyless entry system. Tires front and rear: LT245/75RX16E black side wall. 4.17 Mobility Works (or equal) wheelchair conversion package as follows: Extended length one-piece fiberglass roof with FMVSS 220 certified support cage; 6 each cross tubes and 3 longitudinal members; 1-1/2 insulation between headliner and top. Extended 16 Executive TV raised roof, in white to match exterior body color (includes exterior height windshield sticker). 28