Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1.1 This specification describes a 3/4 ton, rear wheel drive, crew van with bulkhead screen/door. Only new vehicles of the current year model at the time of the submittal of bid shall be acceptable. (An example of a vehicle that meets the minimum requirements of these detailed specifications is the Ford Transit 250, low roof crevv van). l .2 Vehicle shall include all of the manufacturer's standard equipment without omissions plus additional equipment as required by this specification. 1.3 Vehicle equipment shall be new and installed by the manufacturer unless otherwise specified at time of bid submittal. Fabrication of any additional equipment requires written verification of proven reliability and document/drawing submittal and approval from Metra's Manager, Fleet Maintenance. 1.4 A detailed specification sheet describing the vehicle with all equipment that is to be provided shall be submitted with the bid. Any work to be subcontracted by the contractor shall be detailed separately to include brand name, part number and cost. Any deviation to this specification must be documented as part of the submittal. 1.5 Where brand, manufacturer or product names are indicated in this specification, they are included only for the purpose of establishing identification and general description of the item. Unless indicated otherwise, whereyer such names appear, the term "similar or equal to" shall apply. 1.6 All part numbers and requirements listed in this specification shall be confirmed by the contractor or subcontracted upfitter to ensure vehicle is complete when delivered. Any unintentional omission of a subcomponent required to make the vehicle and its equipment complete and operational shall be the responsibility of the contractor or subcontracted upfitter. 1.7 Contractor or the subcontracted upfitter will provide up to four (4) hours training of any vehicle or specialized equipment options added as part of this specification (vvhere applicable). 1.8 Capacities and dimensions listed in this specification shall be considered as minimum. Variations from the values listed will be reviewed by the Manager, Fleet Maintenance, or the duly authorized representative, as to the effect on the ability to perform. 2.1 MECHANICAL 2.1.l ?-Largestheavydutyavailable,minimum250amp. 2.1.2 ? - Two (2) heavy duty, 70 Amp-hr. batteries 2.1 .3 ? - Four (4) wheel disc anti-lock brake system (ABS). 2.l.4 ?-Largestheavydutyavailableforengine&transmissionoils. 2.1.5 ? - Largest V6, fuel injected available, minimum 270 horsepower. Engine shall be designed for use with regular unleaded fuel. Vehicle shall meet all local, state and federal requirements/regulations for emissions. ? - Minimum fuel tank capacity shall be 25 gallons. ? - Minimum GVWR rating shall be 9,070 lbs. Payload minimum 3,700 lbs. ? - Hydraulic, povver assist. Suspension - Heavy duty suspension/shocks/struts; Electronic stability control. Transmission - Ten (10) speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Rear wheel drive. 3.73 limited slip rear axle 2.1.6 2.1.7 2.1.8 2.l.9 2.1.l0 2.l.11 2.2 EXTERIOR 2.2. l Glass - All glass shall be solar tinted. 2.2.2 ? - Exterior mirrors, drivers and passenger sides shall be power-adjustable. 2.2.3 Paint - Exterior color shall be White or other similar color approved by Metra's Manager, Fleet Maintenance. Tires/Wheels - Largest rated 1 6" light duty all season truck tires available. Full size spare shall be provided and mounted in an accessible area of the vehicle. Steel wheels with hub caps shall be provided. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) shall be included. Wheelbase - Minimum wheel base shall be 130". Roof- standard roof option Windshield Wipers - Vehicle shall be equipped with speed sensitive intermittent windshield wipers. Running boards Class III frame mounted hitch receiver, with receiver and 2" ball, electric brake controller.