Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1.1. Conduct production line inspections for each vehicle and ensure compliance with Technical Specifications and Request for Proposals (RFP) requirements, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility and vehicle features, at Vehicle Manufacturer Model 1’s facilities in Elkhart, Indiana. 1.2. Visually verify the use of material and components as delineated in the technical specifications including any changes made during the pre-production meetings and/or changes made during production. 1.3. Monitor and evaluate the build-up of vehicle components: 1.3.1. Vehicle body production including sidewalls, roof and floor structure; 1.3.2. Installation and markings of circuit terminals and control panels; 1.3.3. Installation of ADA equipment, including the wheelchair lift or ramp, tie-down spaces and related equipment; 1.3.4. Installation and alignment of doors, windows, hinges, floor covering, interior panels, moldings, stanchions, and seating; 1.3.5. Preparation of the chassis, including alignment of the front and rear axles; 1.3.6. Installation of undercoating, interior surfaces, exterior primer and paint and coatings; 1.3.7. Installation of air conditioning and heating systems; 1.3.8. Installation of insulation and heat/fume shielding; 1.3.9. Installation of safety and emergency equipment, including placement of appropriate signs and decals and; 1.3.10. Installation of optional equipment which may include items such as upgraded passenger seating, upgraded air conditioning, suspension systems, annunciator systems, etc. 1.4. Facilitate the resolution of, and communicate solutions to, production line problems and implement approved change orders which may include gathering of information on vehicles in production as requested by NCTCOG (photos, etc.). 1.5. Provide a detailed report of the condition and inspection findings for each vehicle as it moves through the production process. 1.6. Ensure compliance with, and complete audit of, Federal Transit Administration “Buy America” Requirements as outlined in 49 CFR 661, and vehicle final assembly. 1.7. Ensure compliance with, and complete audit of, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
