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Invitation City to of Submit Oneonta Sealed Bids 308 2 nd Street rth Oneonta, City Alabama of Oneonta 35121 (205) 274-2752 Oneonta Fire and Rescue Servic Date of Bid: September 28, 2015 Location: Oneonta City Hall Time of Bid Opening: 09:00 AM At the above date and time, sealed bids will be accepted for: Self Contained Breathing Apparatus The officials of the buyer reserve the right to accept the bid they deem is in the best interest of the department. The buyer will be the final authority in determining compliance with the specifications. Questions concerning the technical specifications may be directed to: Contact: Chief Arthur Willis Phone: (205) 274-2752 Bids shall be sealed and shall be marked "SCBA Bid", along with the date and time of the bid opening. The award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting the requirements of the specifications or the bidder most closely meeting the required specifications. The buyer will not be responsible for bids opened in error, which are incorrectly or inadequately marked. It is required for any contract exceeding $50,000.00 the bidder submits with his bid a certified check, a cashier s check, or a bid bond payable to the City of Oneonta in the amount of $500.00. In order for any bid award to be considered that exceeds $50,000.00 the bid must be accompanied by an acceptable bid bond or check. Bid bond checks will be returned to all unsuccessful bidders after the formal award is made and the successful bidder after acceptance of award. Should the successful bidder fail to accept the award, the bid bond or check shall be forfeited. bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days. All documents and bid forms required by the specifications shall be submitted in the original bid. The buyer reserves the right to reject any or all bids with or without cause. Return Bids to: City of Oneonta 202 3 rd Avenue East Oneonta, Alabama 35121 Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service FAX (205) 625-4850 Arthur Willis Fire Chief Signed: Arthur Willis Fire Chief

2015 Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service SCBA Bid Purpose The purpose of this bid specification is to establish the minimum requirements for an opencircuit self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). The SCBA shall consist of the following major sub-assemblies: harness and backpack for supporting the equipment on the body of the wearer; Integrated PASS system; first stage pressure reducer and Universal Air Connection (UAC); second stage regulator and intermediate pressure; primary audible low air alarms; buddy breather and buddy breather pouch; facepiece; heads-up display (HUD) and secondary (redundant) alarm; cylinder with valve assembly; voice amplification system (VAS). It is not the intent of these specifications to exclude any supplier. Brand names, when present, are used to identify the substance and quality of material being sought by the Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service. Any material of equal substance and quality, regardless of the manufacturer, will receive equal consideration. Bid must contain the following items: SCBA- Must have a quantity of 20 in bid, and meet the specifications that follow. Facepiece - Must have a total quantity of 20 in bid, and meet the specifications that follow. Cylinders - Must have a quantity of (40) 45 minute/4500psi bottles in bid and meet the specifications that follow. Voice Amps - Must have a quantity of 20 voice amps and meet the specifications that follow, or voice amplification technology if built into each of the 20 SCBA s. Conditions All documents included in the 2015 Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service SCBA Bid Packet and any amendments issued shall be considered a part of these specifications, and are incorporated herein. Prospective bidders shall become familiar with the instructions and requirements set forth in these Specifications and Bid Packet before preparing their bid. Bids shall be made on a unit cost basis. Bids shall include the cost of all labor, materials, equipment, containers and disposal fees necessary to complete the work. s shall use the Bid Proposal Form and Product Exception List provided by Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein. An incomplete form, checklist or different bid form may be cause to dismiss a submitted packet. Each Bid Proposal shall contain the full name of the person, firm or corporation submitting the bid and any other interested person and shall be signed by those persons, or by an authorized representative of the firm or corporation. Furthermore, the Bid Proposal must be signed in ink by the individual proprietor, by two or more members of the partnership, by one or more members

or officers of each firm representing a joint venture, by one or more officers of a corporation, or by an agent of the Contractor legally qualified and acceptable, to Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service, representing the business entity who is submitting the bid. If the proposal is made by an individual, his name and business address must be shown; if as a joint venture, the name and business address of each member or officer of the firms represented by the joint venture must be shown; if by a corporation, the name of the state under the laws of which the corporation is chartered and the name and title of the officer or officers having authority under the by-laws to sign contracts, the name of the corporation officials must be shown; or if by any other business entity Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service shall require the names and addresses of the responsible officers of such interested persons or entities. Anyone signing a proposal as agent must file with it legal evidence of this authority to do so. Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service will accept bids only from those persons, firms or corporations who have actively provided the type of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus required by these specifications prior to the bid advertisement for evaluation. It is required for any contract exceeding $50,000.00 the bidder submits with his bid a certified check, a cashier s check, or a bid bond payable to the City of Oneonta in the amount of $500.00. In order for any bid award to be considered that exceeds $50,000.00 the bid must be accompanied by an acceptable bid bond or check. Bid bond checks will be returned to all unsuccessful bidders after the formal award is made and the successful bidder after acceptance of award. Should the successful bidder fail to accept the award, the bid bond or check shall be forfeited. Each bidder shall be required to submit Bid Bond (or Check), Bid Proposal and SCBA Exception Checklist. The failure of a bidder to submit fully executed copies of all the aforementioned documents shall be grounds for rejection of the bids. Award of Contract Upon review of bids, Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service shall either: a) Reject all bids; or b) Award the Contract to the lowest and best bidder. At the time of the award of the contract, Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service will decide which additional bid items to accept, if any. Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service reserves the right to make the award in the best interest of Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service, to waive irregularities that do not affect the substance of these specifications, and to reject any or all bids. All bids shall be valid for 60 days after bid opening. Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service reserves the right to reject any or all bids or alternate proposals.

SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS BID/PROPOSAL Company Name: Date: Address: Base Bid The contractor shall provide the information for the equipment listed below as well as the price per unit requested: Unit Price Total 20 SCBA Packs X = 20 Face pieces X = 40 Air Cylinders (45 Minute) X = 20 Voice Amps X = If voice amps are built into 20 SCBA packs no additional pricing is required. Total Base Bid $ ***s are required to price out all equipment options below.*** Additional Items List Protective bag or pouch for face piece $ /unit Specialty tools to perform basic field level maintenance on SCBA $ /unit RIT rescue bag complete with hose connections, remote carrying strap, face piece and regulator, without a cylinder $ /unit Air Cylinders (60 Minute) 4500psi Complete SCBA Face piece SCBA voice amplifier with mounting bracket $ /unit $ /unit $ /unit

Delivery shall be made in calendar days after receipt of order. Bid includes prepaid shipping expense of the equipment to: 308 2 nd Street rth Oneonta, Al 35121 Terms of Payment: Net 30 days of receipt of product. Printed Name of Representative: Signature: Phone: Email: Title:

Specifications Equipment for which bids are submitted shall meet or exceed the listed specification herein, any exceptions or deviations, which are less than the specifications listed must be clearly explained in the Exceptions List section. Exceptions to the specifications with adequate explanation may be considered, but can, at the department s discretion, result in bid rejection. The successful bidder must be a sales distributor, authorized by the manufacturer to sell the equipment specified herein. It is preferred that the bidder be able to provide full factory service when required. The successful bidder agrees to provide, at no additional cost, a factory-trained instructor within fourteen (14) days of delivery, on three (3) consecutive days, to train all the SCBA users (16 total) at Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service. This field level maintenance training shall include complete instruction in the operation and routine maintenance of the SCBA. This training shall take place at Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service - Station 12, 308 2 nd Street rth, Oneonta Alabama 35121. One complete set of shop manuals covering operation, repair, and parts lists of the SCBAs shall be provided via hard copy and electronic file at the same time as delivery of equipment. Also include a recommended list of spare parts and tools necessary to keep the SCBAs in good working order. Included in bid package must be a detailed breakdown of upgrade options available for the SCBA with associated price for each option. The options priced shall be listed separate from base bid on a cost per unit item. Include a weight, in pounds, of the SCBA with a 45 minute cylinder. Included in the bid package shall be a detailed description of the manufacturer s warranty on the entire SCBA. The successful bidder shall perform the initial qualitative fit testing of facepieces for each member of the Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service (16 total) to ensure each member receives the correct size face piece. Fit testing shall be performed in a timely manner to ensure all facepieces are delivered with SCBA s. The successful bidder should expect to proceed with the purchase, under the contract, immediately after satisfactory acceptance, award of the bid and execution of the contract. needs to include an expected delivery date of the SCBA s upon acceptance of contract. Bid proposal and pricing shall remain valid for a period of 60 days from opening of bids. When analyzing the bids submitted, design, technology, workmanship, materials, size and weight of the component s parts, operating cost, warranty and service facilities will be considered in addition to the price. It is Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service s intent to accept the bid for which a thorough analysis of the bids submitted proves to be the most suitable for Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service.

shall determine which vendors have met the basic requirements of the Bid. Failure to comply with any mandatory requirements will normally disqualify a vendor s proposal. Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service shall have the sole authority to determine whether any deviation from the requirements of this Bid is substantial in nature. Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service may waive or permit to be cured minor informalities in Bids that are immaterial or inconsequential in nature, whenever it is determined to be in the Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service s interest. In addition, Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service may reject in whole or in part any and all bids, and conduct discussions with all responsible vendors in any manner deemed necessary to best serve the interest of Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service.

1.0 Approvals: 1.1 Apparatus shall be approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), under 42 CFR, Part 84 for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear protection (CBRN) with 30-, 45- or 60-minute-rated service life and for storage at temperatures between -25 F and 160 F. The SCBA shall also be certified by NIOSH as CBRN Agent Approved for use in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) environments. 1.2 The SCBA shall be certified as compliant with all performance requirements of the National Fire Protection Association's 2013 edition of NFPA 1981, Standard on Open Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Services. 1.3 Units equipped with integrated PASS device must meet requirements of NFPA 1982, 2013 edition. 1.4 All electronic components shall be certified as intrinsically safe per ANSI/UL 913, Sixth edition, for use in Class I, Groups C and D, and Class II, Groups E, F and G, Division 1 hazardous locations. 1.5 The SCBA shall maintain compliance with all appropriate NIOSH and NFPA standards with the use of the cylinders listed for the respective pressure requirements as outlined in this bid specification. 1.6 The SCBA shall meet or exceed all of the above testing at the time of delivery. 2.0 Facepiece Specific Requirements 2.1 The face piece shall be available in black butyl rubber, shall fit persons of varying facial shapes and sizes and shall provide minimal visual interference with side-to-side and upper-to-lower peripheral vision. 2.2 The face piece shall be available in three sizes, with the size designation (S, M, or L) molded into the upper, outer portion of the skirt. NIOSH/NFPA certification of the SCBA shall be maintained regardless of the face piece size used with the SCBA. 2.3 The face piece shall employ a factory-installed, removable nose cup. The nose cup shall be black in color, shall be available in three sizes and shall have a letter (S, M, or L) molded into the right side. 2.4 The nose cup shall have red inhalation valve holders to easily identify an NFPA 1981, 2013 Edition face piece. 2.5 The construction of the outer portion of the face piece (rims, adapter and nozzle cover) shall be of a durable, flame- and heat-resistant material. The bottom of the nozzle cover shall incorporate a molded lip to serve as an anchor point for flash hoods. 2.6 The nozzle cover shall have two openings through which the Heads-Up Display (HUD), mounted on the second stage regulator, may be easily viewed by the user. 2.7 The face piece shall incorporate a non-shatter-type, polycarbonate lens that can withstand 500 F for 5 minutes, followed by a direct flame exposure at 1800 F for 10

seconds, while the SCBA is connected to a breathing machine breathing at a rate of 40 lpm. 2.8 The lens shall have a permanent anti-fog coating applied to the inside and an antiscratch coating on the outer portion of the lens. 2.9 The face piece shall incorporate an adjustable 5-strap Kevlar mesh-style headnet assembly. 2.10 The face piece shall contain an easily removable exhalation module that employs a neoprene exhalation valve designed for easy cleaning. 2.11 The face piece shall incorporate a speaking diaphragm made of Kapton, which is retained by the face piece nozzle and is easily removable for cleaning and maintenance. 2.12 The face piece shall have a removable adapter, onto which the second stage regulator attaches, which has an opening that is small enough to be easily covered by one hand for a negative pressure fit check. 3.0 Second Stage Regulator and Intermediate Pressure Hose 3.1 The second stage regulator shall employ a two-point fastening system that allows the regulator to be quickly mounted into the face piece by pushing the regulator until the two fasteners attach to the face piece adapter. The regulator shall remain secured to the face piece should one of the fasteners inadvertently disengage. 3.2 The second stage regulator shall employ a first-breath-on feature that allows the user to actuate regulator flow by inhaling after the regulator is secured to the face piece, and it shall contain a safety override button which allows the wearer to manually start the regulator flow. A manual shutoff button shall be located directly in front of the top release button to prevent loss of air after removal of the second stage regulator from the face piece. 3.3 There shall be a bypass valve that provides a separate flow path around the primary demand valve. In the event of a failure or blockage of the primary demand valve, the bypass valve shall be operable by either of the user's gloved hands. 3.4 The upper portion of the second stage regulator, including the shutoff button, shall be covered by an easily replaceable rubber boot for protection and impact absorption, and all components shall be flame and heat-resistant. 3.5 The design shall be a "pilot valve" type and shall contain a spring-biased diaphragm, responsive to respiration demand, to actuate a pilot valve which, in turn, operates a flexible main valve to meet the user's flow demand during inhalation. The diaphragm shall utilize a.030-inch hole and a flapper valve in the diaphragm plate to flush the second stage cover with clean air in order to keep CBRN agents away from the diaphragm. 3.6 The second stage regulator shall reduce pressure from 80-150 psi to.036-.054 psig, provide a static pressure in the face piece of 0.8 to 1.5 inches of water and contain a 40- mesh metal screen filter at the outlet port to prevent entrance of particulates into the regulator.

3.7 The second stage regulator intermediate pressure (IP) hose shall attach to the second stage regulator with a swivel connector. 3.8 A two-step, push-pull, pneumatic and electrical quick-disconnect fitting shall attach the second stage regulator IP hose to the first stage pressure reducer IP hose. It shall be designed so that it cannot be connected just pneumatically or just electrically; both connections shall have to be made in order for the wearer to be able to use the SCBA. 3.9 The second stage regulator IP hose shall be protected by a Kevlar/mex sleeve throughout its entire length. 4.0 Heads-Up Display (HUD) and Secondary (Redundant) Alarm 4.1 The SCBA shall incorporate an electronic Heads-Up Display (HUD) that visually informs the user of remaining cylinder pressure and acts as a secondary end-ofservice-time indicator (EOSTI). 4.2 The HUD shall be powered by the SCBA s single power supply. 4.3 The HUD shall attach to the second stage regulator and it shall be visible within the user s field of vision. 4.4 The HUD module shall contain a gas gauge -style, wide-span LED display of pressure remaining. 4.5 The HUD shall display cylinder pressure in increments of 100%, 75%, 50% and 33%. 4.6 The HUD shall contain four green LEDs. When the pressure in the cylinder is full and the cylinder valve is activated, all four green LEDs shall be lit. At 75% pressure remaining, the fourth green LED shall no longer be lit; the remaining three green LEDs shall be lit. At 50% pressure remaining, the second green LED shall flash for 20 seconds to indicate that the 50% level has been reached. After 20 seconds of flashing, the second green LED shall return to a continuous mode, and the two LEDs shall be continuously lit. 4.7 At 33% pressure remaining, the remaining LED shall change color to red and shall commence flashing to indicate that the 33% level has been reached. The red LED shall flash continuously until 10% of full pressure remains. At 10% pressure remaining, the red LED shall commence flashing significantly faster to indicate that the 10% level has been reached. 4.8 The HUD shall incorporate a red flashing LED on the front of the exterior of the module to inform other personnel within eyesight that the user has reached the 33% and 10% low air levels. 4.9 The HUD shall incorporate a white flashing LED on the PASS gauge face to inform other personnel within eyesight that the user has reached the 33% and 10% low air alarm levels. 4.10 The HUD module and second stage regulator shall align with the openings in the facepiece nozzle cover so that the user may be able to view the HUD through the openings. 4.11 The HUD shall incorporate a flashing, square, amber LED to inform the user of a low

battery condition. 5.0 Buddy Breather and Buddy Breather Pouch 5.1 The SCBA shall have a buddy breather system. It shall be certified as compliant with the EBSS performance requirements of NFPA 1981, 2013 Edition. 5.2 The buddy breather shall utilize a two-step, push-pull, female quick-disconnect fitting designed to prevent accidental release. The buddy breather shall incorporate both male and female fittings. 5.3 The female connector on the buddy breather shall connect to the male connector on the intermediate pressure hose. 5.4 The buddy breather pouch shall employ a rapid release system whereby pulling the grab strap on the buddy breather pouch releases and pulls the buddy breather hose from the pouch. 6.0 First-Stage Regulator 6.1 The regulator system shall be designed to operate in two independent stages. The first stage pressure reducer shall be installed on the outer, upper left portion of the backpack and slide up and down to allow for easier connection of the CGA hand wheel to the cylinder. The second stage regulator shall provide positive pressure during an NFPA breathing machine test at 70 psig inlet pressure. 6.2 The first stage pressure reducer shall incorporate an over-pressurization relief valve designed to vent relief pressure to the atmosphere should failure of the reducer's primary elements occur. 6.3 There shall be a pressure-reducing valve to reduce pressure from the cylinder to 80-150 psig. 6.4 The reducing valve assembly shall be a balanced valve design and shall provide uniform flow performance throughout the full cylinder pressure range. This valve shall have an inlet filter to retain particles of 120 microns or greater, shall be in an open position against the high-pressure inlet, and shall seat in the direction of airflow. 6.6 The first stage pressure reducer shall be joined to the CGA hand wheel via a rugged, braided high-pressure hose. The CGA hand wheel shall house the Universal Air Connection (UAC) and secure the hose to the cylinder valve. 6.10 The Universal Air Connection (UAC) shall be capable of: 1) Refill within immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) atmospheres. 2) Transfilling between two SCBA wearers (connection allows for donation and receipt of air), providing emergency breathing system (EBS) while maintaining NIOSH approvals. 3) Quickly refilling (approximately one-minute duration) SCBA cylinder from mobile compressor, cascade system or RIT pack. 4) Extending wearer's air supply over longer duration when remote cascade system

or other compressed gas source is located within remote area. 7.0 Primary Low Pressure Warning Device 7.1 The low air alarm shall be a warbling whistle alarm as the primary audible alarm. 7.2 All alarms shall be air-actuated, automatically operating when air pressure in the supply cylinder reaches approximately 33% of original full pressure. The alarms shall work off intermediate pressure (the pressure after reduction by the first stage regulator) and shall have a discrete start, rather than a ramping up effect, with constant performance across the pressure range. These alarms shall operate without interruption until the cylinder pressure reaches approximately 100 psig. 7.3 The warbling whistle shall incorporate a shuttling piston to create a distinctive chirping effect through frequency variations, so that the alarm is easily differentiated from other sounds in the user s proximity. 8.0 Cylinders 8.1 The cylinder threads shall be straight with an o-ring gasket-type seal. 8.2 The cylinder shall be manufactured in accordance with DOT specifications and meet Transport Canada requirements with working pressure of 4500 psig. 8.3 The cylinder shall be a lightweight, composite type, consisting of an aluminum alloy inner shell with a total overwrap of carbon fiber, fiberglass and an epoxy resin. 8.4 The cylinder shall be available in 45-minute durations based on the NIOSH breathing rate of 40 liters per minute (lpm). 8.5 The volume of the 45-minute cylinder shall be approximately 66 cubic feet when filled to a pressure of 4500 psig and shall conform to all appropriate DOT special permit numbers. 8.6 The cylinder shall contain a closing valve that incorporates a pressure gauge to indicate the cylinder pressure at all times. The hand wheel shall be at a 90 angle from the longitudinal axis of the cylinder. 8.7 The carbon cylinder shall have a multicolor patch inlaid in the finish of the cylinder. The cylinders shall also be numbered sequentially, beginning with Manufacturer Date - 01 through Manufacturer Date - 40 incorporated in the finish. The layout and details shall be provided by fire department at the time of order. 8.8 The cylinder valve shall be fitted with a two-sided luminous boldface dial-type gauge with rubber and metal protective guards. 8.9 The cylinder valve body shall be permanently coated to prevent galling and corrosion. 8.10 The cylinder valve outlet shall conform to the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) standard for threaded connection: Number CGA 347 for high-pressure (4500 psig). 8.11 The cylinder valve shall incorporate a fail open design constructed of forged aluminum and designed such that no stem packing or packing gland nuts are required. 8.12 The cylinder valve shall contain an upper and lower seat so that the pressure will seal the stem on the upper seat, thus preventing leakage past the stem.

8.13 The cylinder valve shall have an upstream-connected burst disc safety relief device. 9.0 PASS Device 9.1 The PASS and all SCBA electronics shall be powered by a single power source consisting of four C-size alkaline batteries located at the bottom of the SCBA. A picture of the correct battery orientation within the battery compartment shall be molded into the outside of the battery compartment. 9.2 The battery compartment shall be easily accessible via a spring-loaded, slotted cap, which can be removed or secured by using a coin or a flat blade screwdriver. 9.3 The PASS shall be constructed of a durable, fire-resistant material, and when exposed to 500 F for 5 minutes, the PASS shall function at or above the 95 dba sound pressure level required by NFPA 1982. 9.4 The PASS shall have a self-diagnostic application that checks the status of the SCBA s electronics and provides an audible and visual indicator when there is a fault with an electronic component. The SCBA self-diagnostic application shall have PCbased software that, when the SCBA is connected to a PC via a USB cable, will provide an indication of what electronic component of the SCBA requires attention. 9.5 The PASS shall have data logging capabilities that log the 2,000 most recent of the following events as required by NFPA 1982, with a time and date stamp for each event, and with the ability to download the information: When the device is turned on When the device is turned off When the device is changed from sensing mode to alarm manually When the device changes from sensing mode to pre-alarm mode When the device changes from pre-alarm to alarm mode When the device s alarm is reset When the device goes into alarm mode from the off mode When the device has a low power source condition 9.6 The 2,000 most recent of the following events shall be logged: When the device changes from pre-alarm mode to sensing mode When the device is changed from pre-alarm mode to sensing mode manually When the SCBA goes into low air alarm When faults are reported by the self-diagnostic check function Cylinder pressure at system startup, after stabilization 9.7 The PASS device shall consist of two components, one on the front and one on the back of the SCBA. Each of these two components shall have both audible and visual alarms.

9.8 The PASS device shall incorporate two motion sensors to keep the PASS in sensing mode even with the slightest movement. One motion sensor shall be located in the Front PASS and one shall be located in the Back PASS. 9.9 The Front PASS shall incorporate a redundant photoluminescent gauge face that shall be mounted on the right shoulder strap with pressure increments marked in psig and Empty, 1/3, 1/2, 3/4, and Full and have a protective silicone boot. The gauge shall be angled at a 40-degree angle for easy viewing. 9.10 The Front PASS shall have an amber LED to inform the user of battery status. The Front PASS shall have LEDs that act as a visual PASS status alarm and that flash green for sensing mode; alternating green and red for the first, second and third prealarm mode; and red for alarm mode. 9.11 The Front PASS shall be at chest height and rest near the center portion of the user s torso. 9.12 There shall be one piezoelectric audible alarm on the front of the Front PASS for sound dispersion. 9.13 There shall be a large red manual PASS alarm activation button molded into the protective rubber boot and a manual reset button located on the side of the Front PASS. Two pushes of the reset button shall turn the system off if the unit is not pressurized. 9.14 When in pre-alarm mode, the LEDs on the Front PASS shall alternately flash red and green; shall emit a sound that increases in volume with the first, second and third prealarm steps; and shall meet the pre-alarm sequence requirements of NFPA 1982, 2013 Edition. 9.15 When the SCBA enters low power source status, an amber LED shall flash in the Front PASS, and the Front PASS shall produce a chirp sound. 9.16 When the reset button is pressed at any time, two bright white LEDs shall illuminate the gauge and remain illuminated for ten (10) seconds. 9.17 When in pre-alarm mode, the LEDs on the Back PASS shall alternately flash red and green and shall not emit a sound. 9.18 When in alarm mode, the LEDs on the Back PASS shall flash red and shall emit a sound that meets the alarm sequence requirements of NFPA 1982. The alarm signal sound pressure level shall not be less than 95 dba for an uninterrupted duration of not less than 1 hour. The alarm sound shall alternate between the Front and Back PASS. 9.19 The Back PASS shall display a flashing red LED when the 33% EOSTI is activated. When 10% of the cylinder pressure is remaining, the red LED shall flash more rapidly. 9.20 When a low power source condition occurs, an amber LED on the Back PASS shall start flashing. 9.21 There shall be two (2) piezoelectric audible alarms on the rear of the SCBA that are angled for better sound dispersion.

10.0 Voice Amplification System (VAS) 10.1 The Voice Amplification System (VAS) shall be certified as an SCBA accessory by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) under Title 42, Part 84 of the Code of Federal Regulations. 10.2 The Voice Amp shall include an amplifier, adapter/cover assembly, nozzle assembly, microphone, batteries, and all hardware necessary to add it to the SCBA face piece assembly. 10.3 The interface between the amplifier and the adapter shall include a thumbscrew that does not require a tool for attachment or detachment. 10.4 When installed, the adapter/cover assembly shall be attached to the nozzle assembly. An electrical path between the cover assembly and the microphone shall be provided by leaf spring contacts in the nozzle assembly and contact posts in the cover assembly. 10.5 The amplifier shall be mounted laterally on the face piece and shall minimally obstruct the wearer s peripheral vision. 10.6 The amplifier and adapter each shall be waterproof, and the interface between them shall be waterproof after the amplifier is inserted into the adapter. 10.7 The amplifier shall have a manually operated switch for controlling amplifier operation. It shall have three modes: OFF, ON, and Push-to-Talk (PTT). The switch shall be easily accessible to the user when the amplifier is mounted on the face piece. It shall be operable with gloved hands. 10.8 The PTT mode shall be activated while the user depresses the PTT button on the top of the amplifier module. The button shall be required to be continuously depressed to perpetuate this mode. When the user releases the PTT button, the amplifier shall return to OFF mode. 10.9 The ON mode shall be activated by pushing the PTT button two distinct times within two seconds. The ON mode shall be deactivated by pushing the PTT button two more distinct times within two seconds. 10.10 There shall be a timing mechanism in the amplifier that automatically deactivates the amplifier after 20 minutes of non-use. 10.11 The Voice Amp shall utilize 3 AAA alkaline batteries. 10.12 There shall be a separate low battery indicator LED. The light shall flash continuously when the battery voltage is too low to operate the unit for one hour in the 25% active and 75% quiescent modes. The light shall be readily visible in direct midday sunlight either to the user or to others while the amplifier is mounted to the adapter and in use. 10.13 The Voice Amp shall have an operating temperature range of -25 F (-32 C) to +300 F (+149 C) and a storage temperature range of -25 F (-32 C) to +257 F (125 C).

11.0 Harness and Backpack 11.1 The aluminum back plate and harness assembly, including pneumatics (i.e., the SCBA less cylinder and face piece), shall weigh approximately 15.5 pounds and be available in one size. 11.2 special tools shall be necessary to replace any harness component. 11.3 adhesives shall be necessary to secure any replaceable components. 11.4 Ara-shield or similar shall be used on the outer and inner portions of the shoulder straps and the outer portion of the hip pad to provide maximum resistance to high temperatures, flame, water and chemical retention, and abrasion. The shoulder straps and hip pad shall incorporate thick closed-cell padding for user comfort. 11.5 The shoulder straps shall utilize either parachute-style or alligator-style retaining and loosening buckles. 11.6 The shoulder straps shall incorporate two lapel mic straps on each strap. 11.7 The shoulder straps shall incorporate a reflective band on each strap. 11.8 The shoulder strap webbing shall contain large grab handles for ease of adjustment. 11.9 The backpack shall include a swivel/pivot mechanism that allows the backpack s weight to be ergonomically and comfortably placed on the user s lower back in all wearing positions, both vertical and horizontal. 11.9 There shall be a two-piece Kevlar/mex waist strap, adjustable from both sides, with a front-release metal automotive-style belt buckle. The waist strap shall be tightened by pull-forward-style straps with parachute-style retaining and loosening buckles. 11.10 There shall be two second stage regulator holders, one on the left shoulder strap and one on the left waist strap. 11.11 The back frame shall offer two side handles with two additional carabineer attachment points, all providing 1,000 pounds of pull force. 11.12 There shall be a grab strap capable of withstanding 1,000 pounds of pull force attached to the back frame for transport, or for pulling the SCBA in a rescue scenario. 11.13 There shall be an easily adjustable stainless steel cylinder band to properly secure various sizes of cylinders. The cylinder band shall be secured to the backpack and feature an easy locking and release mechanism. 12.0 Warranties 12.1 The first stage regulator shall have a limited lifetime warranty from the time the product is shipped from the manufacturer to the end user. 12.2 The aluminum back frame shall have a limited lifetime warranty from the time the product is shipped from the manufacturer to the end user.

12.3 The SCBA pneumatics, hoses, back frame and webbing shall have a minimum twelve (12) year limited warranty from the time the product is shipped from the manufacturer to the end user. 12.4 The SCBA electronics, integrated PASS, transducer and HUD shall have a minimum five (5) year limited warranty from the time the product is shipped from the manufacturer to the end user. 12.5 The cylinder shall have a limited fifteen (15) year warranty from the time the cylinder is shipped from the manufacturer to the end user. 12.6 The Voice Amplification System (VAS) shall have a minimum three (3) year limited warranty. 13.0 SCBA Training, Fit Testing, and Service 13.1 The SCBA shall come with standardized training learning modules that are available either on a PC or via MS PowerPoint. The content of the training shall consist of video and written format. At the conclusion of the training, there shall be an exam to test the user s competency of the material. When the exam is completed, the results shall be emailed to the participant and the officer the user included in the login section. Training curriculum shall include, yet not be limited to: Donning Face piece cleaning (both parts below) Face piece detailed cleaning Face piece quick cleaning 2nd stage FBO VAS 2013 PASS 2013 RIT/RIC UAC/buddy breather SCBA cleaning and maintenance SCBA overview 13.2 The SCBA shall offer QR codes located on the back frame of the SCBA for ongoing training in the field. With the use of a smart phone, the QR codes shall direct the end user to either 1) the user manual or 2) Use and Maintenance videos for ongoing training and refresher training in the field. 13.3 The successful bidder shall provide a factory-trained instructor for instruction on the operation, repair and maintenance of the SCBA. 13.3 The SCBA shall come with the self-diagnostic check software installed in the SCBA s electronic system. The SCBA program shall perform a self-diagnostic check when the SCBA is pressurized. Should there be an issue with an electrical component of the SCBA, an audible and visual alarm shall alert the user. Upon alert, the SCBA shall be connected to a PC via USB for a diagnosis of what electronic

component requires attention. The SCBA manufacturer shall provide software for a PC to diagnose when electronic components of the SCBA require attention. 13.4 A Fit Test, for each full time member of the department (16 total) on all three shifts shall be performed by the successful bidder at their expense to assure the proper fit of each face piece. 13.5 The successful bidder shall have a factory authorized service center within 150-mile radius and maintain a sufficient supply of replacement parts to expedite needed emergency repairs. If requested, the s shall provide a letter stating the location of their service center and include a copy of their current business license from the city where their business is located. The letter must be signed by an officer of the company.

2015 Oneonta Fire and Rescue Service SCBA Bid Product Exception List Section Explanation