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A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS
FOR THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PADUCAH OF ONE (1) FIRE TRUCK OF THE AERIAL,
HOOK AND LADDER TYPE
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF
PADUCAH, KENTUCKY:
SECTION 1. That the City Manager be, and he is hereby, authorized
to advertise for bids for the sale to the City of Paducah, Kentucky of one
fire truck of the aerial hook and ladder type, having the following
specifications:
CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY
SPECIFICATIONS ON 85' SINGLE CHASSIS, ALL METAL, AERIAL
LADDER TRUCK WITH ENCLOSED CAB FORWARD
It is the intention of the City of Paducah Fire Department to pur-
chase the most modern type of equipment, and it is the Department's desire
that this apparatus be fully equipped with the usual equipment furnished
with a piece of apparatus of this type. This equipment to be in accordance
with the specifications as set forth in the National Fire Protection
Association in Pamphlet #19.
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
The apparatus shall be constructed with due consideration to the
nature and distribution of the load to be sustained and to the general
character of the service to which the apparatus is to be subjected when
placed in service. Frame, springs, radial arms, transmission, differential,
axles, shafts, and gears and all other parts of the machine shall be
strong enough to withstand the road speed, practical tests and general
service under full load. The machine shall be so designed that the various
parts are readily accessible for inspections, adjustment and repair.
CARRYING CAPACITY
The apparatus shall be so designed and the equipment mounted with
due consideration to distribution of load between front and rear axles,
and so that it will carry all specified equipment, including 7 men,
without injury to the apparatus. The bidders shall state clearly their
guarantee. The bidders shall also furnish a set of specifications out-
lining the overall length, overall width, overall height, and weight of
the apparatus upon which they bid. The above specifications shall be
complete, showing engine sizes, gear ratios, road speeds and full list of
equipment; also photographs of the apparatus. Two (2) operator manuals
to be furnished. The bidder shall plainly set forth the location of the
nearest parts warehouse and the amount of parts carried there. This will
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be subject to verification by Fire Department Officials.
ENGINE (GASOLINE)
The engine shall be six cylinders, piston displacement of not less
than 800 cubic inches, not less than 315 brake horsepower and not less
than 700 pound feet torque at 1800 RPM. The bidder shall furnish a cert-
ified engine curve sheet showing horsepower, torque, accessory horsepower,
and it shall clearly show on this curve sheet the octane rating of the
gasoline used in plotting this curve. The bidder shall furnish complete
specifications covering the engine, and state warranty thereon.
ROAD TEST
From a standing start, through the gears, the vehicle shall attain
a true speed of 35 miles per hour within 35 seconds and attain a top
speed of not less than 60 miles per hour. The test shall be on the
basis of two runs, and in opposite directions over the same route, the
engine not operating in excess of the manufacturer's full load maximum RPM.
CARBURETOR
Carburetor to be fixed jet type except manual adjustment to be
provided for idling position. Manual control of choke to be provided
to prime engine for easy starting. Oil bath air cleaners to be furnished
to act as flame arrestor and prevent water entering the air inlet.
2 FUEL PUMPS
1 electrical to be furnished and 1 mechanical.
ELECTRIC SYSTEM
A dual "A" and "B" twelve volt battery system shall be supplied.
Common distribution shall be from double pole switch from "A" or "B"
battery, and it shall switch all electrically operated accessories in-
cluding radio and siren from one battery system to the other. Two
polarized charging receptacles as specified by the Fire Department must
be provided for station charging.
The lighting equipment shall consist of headlights, two rear
swivel lights mounted on rear of apparatus, two inside control spot-
lights mounted on windshield frame, two tail lights with red lens, and
all dash, hood, and operating lights. There shall also be provided
lighting equipment in all compartments or accessory boxes with a con-
veniently located switch for each compartment. Compartment switches
and lights to be protected against becoming shorted out from equipment
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shifting around. Compartment lights to be on a separately fused circuit.
One Beacon Ray light properly mounted on cab. One red blinker light
mounted on top of each side of windshield. One set of directional signal
lights property mounted with three-way switch to allow all four signal
lights to flash simultaneously.
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
The electrical system and devices associated therewith shall be
installed with the best modern practices for the type of service required.
Furnish 100 ampere Leece-Neville Alternator with silicon rectifiers. All
fuses or circuit brakers shall be readily accessible and protected
against mechanical injury and water spray. Two 110 Volt receptacles shall
be furnished.
STARTING DEVICE
An electrical starting device shall be provided with two starter
buttons, one for each system, with a relay for each button. Starter
shall be capable of rotating motor at starting speed for not less than
two (2) minutes with fully charged battery.
BATTERIES
Two 12 volt systems, each composed of two 6 volt, Group 2, 57
Plate, 150 amp. Hour Batteries, each in series.
TRANSMISSION
The transmission shall be of heavy duty type syncromesh with five
(5) speeds forward and double disc clutch.
CAB
Custom cab, enclosed forward type, as furnished by manufacturer.
Seat length to be full width of cab, and seats to have springs in cushion
and back, well padded and covered with heavy duty vinyl. Chrome plated
grab handles on each side of cab, and chrome plated grill. Doors shall
be constructed of steel and shall be equipped with heavy hinges and door
locks, also shatterproof glass in each door. Windshield to be very best
grade of shatterproof glass, equipped with air or electrically operated
windshield wipers, of parallel action.
WIDTH, LENGTH AND HEAGHT OF APPARATUS
Overall width of apparatus shall comply with the State Highway
Regulations. The overall width shall not exceed 96 inches, overall height
not over 8' 6", and overall length not over 44 feet.
FRAME
The frame shall be so constructed as to carry this apparatus without
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undue twist or flexibility and shall be constructed of such material that
it may, in case of accident, be straightened without heating or if heated,
of such nature that it will not lose its strength. Frame to be riveted
or welded. Frame size 10" x 3" x 5/16" minimum.
WHEELS
Wheels shall be of the Budd steel disc 10 stud type.
TIRES
(A) Front tires shall be single and rear tires shall be dual. The
tires shall be pneumatic truck type. Tire size shall be the maximum
authorized for the chassis selected but not less than that required for
the gross weight of the complete vehicle. Not less than 10.00 x 20 (14 ply)
Budd 10 stud wheels.
(B) Tire loadings of the complete apparatus ready for service shall
not exceed the recommended loads for truck tires in highway service as
published by the Tire and Rim Assn., Inc.
FRONT AXLE
Front axle shall be of "I" beam steel type, fitted with the steering
knuckles, steering linkage, etc., positive in action with ease of adjust-
ment. Not less than 16,000 pounds capacity.
REAR AXLE
Rear axle shall be of the ring and pinion or the worm type and of
heavy construction to withstand the service to be imposed. Not less than
23,000 pounds capacity.
SPRINGS
Springs to be of the semi -elliptic type, both front and rear.
Front springs to be 5,000 lb. capacity. Rear springs to be 10,000 lb.
capacity with auxiliaries. Capacity should be made than sufficient to
hold load that ordinarily will be placed upon it.
STEERING
Power -steering shall be provided with manual steering for emergency.
GASOLINE TANK
The gasoline tank shall be of at least fifty (50) gallons capacity,
and capable of running pumping operations at full capacity for not less
than two hours. All joints shall be lock -seamed and soldered, brazed
welded or riveted and soldered. One or more swash partitions shall be
provided. Tank and feed piping shall be so placed as to be protected
from mechanical injury. The filler opening shall be not less than 1-1/2
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inches in diameter. The tank shall be provided with a suitable vent open-
ing. A sediment trap with removable screen, a shut-off and drain valve
shall be directly connected to the gasoline feed line. Gas tank filler
to be located to prevent spillage on hot exhaust pipe.
BRAKES
Unit shall be equipped with Westinghouse or equal Air Brakes,
2 flow -500 Bendix Westinghouse 12 cubic foot Air Compressor with D-2
type governor and Fire department type quick build-up features, low
pressure signal with hand control valve to lock all brakes, and shall have
slack adjusters or worm and gear type, and individual wheel cylinders.
These brakes shall be so installed that over a 24 hour period not more than
20 pounds of air shall be lost from the reservoir. The emergency or
hand brake shall be of sufficient size to hold the vehicle on a 20'/ grade,
and shall be installed in rear of pump.- Brake control system shall
comply with State Highway Regulations, Act 854, approved on January 11,
1954. Brakes are to be on all four wheels.
TOWING HOOKS AND RINGS
Towing hooks or rings, front and rear, attached to the frame shall
be provided to permit ready towing of the apparatus and for towing other
apparatus.
MUFFLER
The engine shall be provided with a blowout proof muffler.
BUMPER
There shall be provided a bumper of substantial size, attached to
the chassis frame, which will be sufficient in size and strength to
protect the front end of the apparatus. To be chrome plated.
FENDERS
There shall be provided fenders of steel, and shall fully protect
the apparatus when operating on wet or muddy streets with clearance to
wheels with skid chains in place, also step plates. Skid chains shall
be furnished for single tire installation.
SHOCK ABSORBERS
Shoch absorbers to be furnished on front and shall be of sufficient
size for this type of apparatus.
SIREN
The siren is to be a 12 volt, free wheeling, less magnetic brake,
mounted on chrome pedestal at front of cab. Two (2) control pedals suitably
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mounted on right and left of floor board.
HORN
This unit is to be equipped with chrome plated air horns suitably
mounted with control buttons right and left on floor board. Air valve
to be electrically controlled and of a non -leak type
SEAT BELTS
Seat belts shall be provided for as per Federal regulations.
COMPARTMENTS
All area under ground ladders shall be fully enclosed with access
from each side of body through 2 sets of doors, each opening at least
28 inches high, 40 inches wide. Additional compartments shall be provided
back of rear wheels, full width of body at least 16" high and 42" wide.
Lift -up doors, each side, with lock to hold door up in open position.
Life net compartment to be provided.
Compartment doors to be 14 gauge steel with angle iron reinforce-
ment and double automatic spring locks, controlled by 4 inch chrome plated
flush locks and shall be equipped with automatic lights. Water tight.
All compartment doors to be equipped with heavy duty brass chrome -plated
piano hinges.
HAND RAILS
Hand rails shall be provided the full length of the running boards
and shall be of tubulaw grass, heavy chrome -plated.
LENGTH OF AERIAL LADDER
A metal ladder of the aerial type shall be provided. When raised
vertically, shall extend 85 feet above ground. The aerial ladder shall
be designed and so powered that from a horizontal position it will lift
a weight of 200 pounds, on the free end of the main section of the ladder.
The aerial ladder will be tested at acceptance per N.F.P.A. No. 19.
There shall be a minimum of 18 inches width between the rails and to be
measured at the narrowest point between the rails or the trusses. Rungs
to be 14 inches apart center to center. The aerial ladder shall be fab-
ricated from high strength aluminum alloy or cold drawn high tensil.
corrosion resisting steel sections.. The ladder shall be not more than
four sections; with a hydraulic power operated raising device so arranged
that the upward movement of the ladder is rapid, smooth and without un-
due swaying or vibration. It shall be equipped with control devices,
suitably lighted and have automatic safety locks.
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Controls shall be provided at the drivers position to transfer
from road power to the aerial mechanicm, with the sliding sections rolling
on non-metalic rollers, for quiet and smooth performance. The ex-
tendible sections shall be operated by dual cables on heavy duty winch.
The winch shall be d riven by a hydraulic motor, self-locking worm and
gear with adequate oil capacity for lubrication.
CABLES
The cables shall be galvanized plow steel pre -stressed, pre -formed
with adequate strength. The cables shall be suitably located to syn-
chronize the extension so that full alighments of rungs is obtained when
ladder locks are engaged.
All extension cables shall be sual so that in the event of break-
age of one cable, the other cable will hold the extendible sections in
place. Either one of the dual cables must be able to support the full
load.
The aerial ladder shall be fully latticed or braced, and so con-
structed as to allow loading the ladder equally from top or bottom side.
The rails, rungs and latticed or braced members must be fabricated from
aluminum alloy or steel. The rungs shall be l-2 inch minimun diameter and
shall be covered with durable rubber or neoprene on all rungs exposed to
climbing.
Provisions shall be made to mount one pick head axe and one 7 ft.
pike pole on the fly ladder near the top end, in addition to those listed
elsewhere in these specifications.
FOLDING STEPS
Folding steps shall be placed at the top of the aerial ladder for
the use of the ladder pipe operator, (hooking belt on ladder rung).
Spotlights shall be provided at the base of the latter and so placed to
illuminate the ladder in any position of operation.
TURN TABLE
A power operated turn table shall be provided for revolving the
aerial ladder, using tubing for hydraulic piping. The phydaulic pump
located on turn table with reservoir to eliminate swivel connections.
The reservoir shall be located in an accessible position on table
and so arranged that it will rotate with little resistance.
The mechanism of the turn table shall be so constructed that the
platform and the aerial ladder can be operated in a complete circle
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clock -wise and counter -clock -wise to enable the ladder to be put in any
position.
There shall be provided some means of radio communication between
the Engineer on the turn table and the ladder pipe operator when ladder
is extended part or fully. Two ground jacks shall be provided to con-
form with specifications set forth in 8150 (stabilization controls) of
Pamphlet #19.
TURN TABLE PLATFORM
The turn table platform shall not be less than 94 inches in dia-
meter and fabricated from non-skid steel plate (diamond tread) 1/8 inch
thick and supported by a heavy steel plate ring assembly.
The rotation shall be accomplished by a hydraulic motor and a
self-locking worm and worm gear enclosed in gear housing with adequate
oil capacity for lubrication -- comply with No. 19, Sec. 8183 N.F.P.A.
LIFTING CYLINDERS
The lifting cylinders shall be located on each side of the ladder
with adequate oil capacity to elevate the ladders from horizontal to
vertical position while fully extended.
The controls shall be grouped in one control pedestal and properly
lighted. Control devices clearly marked and arranged so that they can-
not be moved accidentally. The controls for the ladder shall operate
an automatic engine throttle, which shall increase engine speed as re-
quired. Manual control in emergency.
A signal shall be provided to notify operator before and when
ladder is full extended.
An extension dial, oil pressure gauge, a motor starter switch or
push button, and an inclinometer showing ladder angle at all times,
shall be provided. Operating instructions shall be readily visible
and lighted (to comply with No. 19 - Sec. 8182 N.F.P.A.
SAFETY RAILING
There shall be provided safety railing of tubular brass, chrome
plated, not less than 30 inches high along the outside of the turn
table, in back of the operator's position (control pedestal).
The operator's position shall be such that the operator's line of
sight is parallel or coincides with the axis of the ladder when in any
position.
Sec. 8163 shall be included for controlling fly sections, safety
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provisions and stops to align the sections. Section 8164 shall be used
for ladder locks or pawls. Operator not having to see the pawls and to
prevent damage to ladder.
DUAL CONTROLS
Hydraulic System -- )aerial ladder). The hydraulic system shall
include a battery operated hydraulic pump for emergency operation of
hoist cylinders, fly ladder extensions and/or rotation, to provide means
of releasing fly ladder extension locks lifting off building. This type
of dual control shall provide any and all means of operation in an em-
ergency.
STEPS AND HAND RAILS
Steps and suitable hand holds or rails shall be provided on each
side to enable operator to mount turn table quickly and without undue
strain.
CHASSIS
The chassis shall have not less than 32,000 G.V.W. and not more
than 200" wheel base. Chassis shall be four wheel cab forward type,
canopy enclosed.
GROUND LADDER EQUIPMENT
Rhere shall be provided 208 feet of aluminum ground ladders.
Truss type with dolid "T" rail construction and forged aluminum gusset
plates with splined rungs as follows:
1 - 50 foot extension ladder
2 - 35 foot extension ladders
1 - 28 foot extension ladder
1 - 16 foot straight roof ladder
1 - 10 foot folding ladder
1 - 20 foot straight ladder
1 - 14 foot straight roof ladder
MISCELLANEOUS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
The following equipment is to be supplied:
2 - pick head axes (6 pounds)
2 - flat head axes (6 pounds)
2 - crowbars, 50 -inch
1 - claw tool
2 - approved portable fire extinguishers, 1 20# A.B.0 type,
1 15# Co -two
4 - electric hand lights
2 - 8 -foot pike poles
2 - 12 foot pike tools
2 - scoop shovels
2 - shovels, plain
125 feet manile rope (5/8 -inch diameter)
125 feet manila rope (3/4 -inch diameter)
1 - folding circular jumping or "life" net with metal rings or
handles and adequate cushion or pad
1 - door opener
4 - bale hooks
4 - hose straps
1 - hose hoist
2 - 4 -tine forks
2 - wall picks
1 - metal -coiling cutter
1 - paid bolt cutters
2 - 12 -pound sledges
2 - 20 -ton hydraulic jacks
2 - 10 -ton hydraulic jacks
1 - paid insulated wire cutters capable of curring No. 3 gage wire
2 - pairs rubber electrical gloves
1 - cellar pipe
2 - hydrant wrenches
1 - portable electric generator set of at least 2,500 watt
rating with 3 portable floodlights (500 -watt), including 3
100 -feet lengths of cable
6 - M.S.A. 93200 Air Masks or Scott Air -Pak
10 - Salvage Covers, 12 x 18 feet
4 - squeegees with handles
2 - mop wringers
1 - roll tar paper or plastic sheeting
12 - standard sprinkler heads (assorted temperatures and types)
2 - claw hammers (each with kit of assorted nails)
1 - heavy duty stapler
6 - sprinkler stoppers or wedges
1 - set sprinkler head wrenches for types of heads carried
1 - 24 -unit Fire Department First Aid Kit
4 - pompier belts
1 - litter or stretcher
1 - 50 -pound battering ram
2 - spanner wrenches for 2�" couplings
2 - spanner wrenches for 1�, couplings
1 - box of tools to include: hacksaw and 3 blades, Keyhole
saw, Stillson wrenches (12 and 24 -inch sizes,) Bell -peen
hammer and tin snips
1 - auger, hand or electric, 1k" minimum
1 - smoke ejector, 10,000 CFM minimum capacity, electric
A suitable detachable ladder pipe with 3" lead hose and a three-way
gated siamese connection for use at base of ladder shall be provided;
it shall be arranged so that it can quickly be attached to aerial ladder.
Tips provided shall be 1 1/4", 1 1/2" and 1 3/8" and also one (1) spray
or fog nozzle of at least 500 GPM capacity. All tips, nozzles and pipes
shall have 2"1/2" hose threads used by Paducah Fire Department.
Brackets for carrying detachable ladder pipe shall be provided on
truck near the upper end of the ladder. These brackets shall have two (2)
metal rungs of the same spacing as the aerial ladder rungs so that the
ladder pipe brackets will not have to be readjusted to secure to the
aerial ladder. Either pulleys or cables shall be provided for vertical
control of the stream from the ground or turn table.
A suitable name plate containing the names of the Mayor, the
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(4) Commissioners, City Manager and Fire Chief shall be furnished and
mounted on apparatus.
Delivery of apparatus shall be made by a conpetent and responsible
engineer to remain in the City a sufficient period of time (minimum 5 days)
to fully acquaint Paducah Fire Department personnel regarding operation,
care and maintenance of apparatus.
REMARKS
It is the intention of the Paducah Fire Department to secure the
latest and most modern fire apparatus obtainable. Any and all of the
items going into the makeup of the equipment and furnished by the
successful bidder shall be of the very best quality and readily available
on the current market. Obsolete or discontinued accessories will not
be acceptable. It is further understood and agreed that only the mini-
mum requirements are herein specified. The painting shall be DuPont Red
Enamel No. 93-660-H or equal. Striping and lettering of gold, and let-
tering to be designated by the Chief of the Department. All bright parts
are to be heavily chromium plated.
These specifications cover equipment for use by the Fire Department
for fire fighting purposes where the maximum dependability is required.
The Fire Department reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to
purchase what, in their opinion, is for the best interest of the depart-
ment. Successful bidder is required to contact the Fire Department to
discuss the design and location of compartments.
GUARANTEE (Warrenty)
A complete manufacturer's guarantee (warranhy) shall accompany
the bid covering the replacement of all parts which may fail during the
guarantee (warranty_ period of one year when such failure is caused by
defective material or workmanship.
NOTE: All exceptions to these specifications must be mentioned on a
separate page of proposal, otherwise your proposal will be considered
as meeting specifications in full (100%).
Each bidder shall furnish with his bid factory information
pertinent to the foregoing specifications.
All bidders shall state the length and term of the warranty proposed
by his company.
Each bidder shall state a proposed delivery date provided his bid
is accepted.
The successful bidder shall be required to furnish the City of
Paducah with operating manuals and instructions and parts books to be
delivered with the equipment.
SECTION 2. The City Manager shall advertise for sealed bids by
posting a notice at the City Hall door and by inserting notice of the
request for bids in the Paducah Sun -Democrat not less than seven days
nor more than twenty=one days before the opening of same. All bids
shall be sealed and no bid shall be received after the hour fixed in
the notice for the opening of same. All bids received by the City
Manager up to the time fixed for the opening of same shall be filed
with the Board of Commissioners who may let a contract to the lowest
and best bidder, and the Board of Commissioners shall reserve the
right to reject any and all bids and the City shall not become Legally
obligated to purchase same until the adoption of an ordinance authorizing
the execution of a purchase contract.
SECTION 3. This resolution shall be in full force and effect
from and after its adoption.
Mayor
Passed by the Board of Commissioners December 10, 1968
Recorded by Sarah Thurman, City Clerk, December 10, 1968.
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