The Skokie Public Library ("Library") is seeking bids from qualified vendors ("Vendors") to design and build a new outreach vehicle. The project specifications have been developed in consultation with Specialty Vehicle Services, LLC ("SVS"), under contract with the Library. Scope; 1.1.1. The intent of this specification is to describe the modification of one (1) 24-foot (approximate) long Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 cargo van into a “cart hauler” type outreach vehicle for use by the Skokie Public Library (“Library”). 1.1.2. The completed vehicle described herein is intended to provide contemporary mobile Library services to patrons of all ages in an operationally efficient manner. The unit will operate within a suburban environment in Illinois and shall be designed and equipped to safely operate in an environment of primarily flat paved roadways. 1.1.3. The unit will be kept outside the Library when not in service. 1.1.4. It is the Library’s utmost goal to ensure that the vehicle is well-equipped to operate efficiently and safely in this environment. 1.1.5. Weight loading shall be of significant concern during the conversion of this vehicle. Substantial effort has been put into the interior designs with this factor in mind. Vendor is cautioned to use the lightest materials and construction methods available that will meet all specifications as described herein and make recommendations as appropriate for lightening the static load of the conversion. 1.1.6. Renewable and/or recycled materials shall be used as practical during the conversion of this vehicle. 1.1.7. The successful vendor shall furnish all materials not specifically denoted as “customer supplied”, as well as the labor to complete the conversion of the bookmobile specified herein, as shown on the attached drawings, or as required to complete and/or exceed the general intent of these specifications. 1.1.8. These specifications have been developed by Specialty Vehicle Services, LLC. (“SVS”) under contract with the Library. 1.1.9. Any reference to a specific manufacturer or make or model of product not followed by "or equivalent" or "or equal" may not be substituted. The Library and/or its authorized agents shall be the sole judge of whether a manufacturer’s offerings are deemed equivalent for the purpose of this project, and all proposed “equivalent” or “equal” substitutes shall be expressly accepted prior to installation.
