This is a modification to the synopsis entitled Fuel Dispensing Truck, for Solicitation Number 42000056352, which was posted on March 31, 2004. You are notified that the following changes are made: Additional specifications are provided to include safety comments and information that is needed to pass DOT safety specificatons.
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Gas Truck Specifications: Safety Comments
(1) 2000 Gallon two compartment truck tank cardinal combo
Divided 1000/1000
Mild steel construction- double bulkhead
Construction DOT 406
Vapor proof wiring per FMUSS 108A
DOT rear bumper- 16 manhole w/10 fill DOT venting
Canopy door at rear- ladder at rear
Both dispensing systems to feed on the rear
Rolled fenders over wheel
3 emergency valves w/operations &emergency; shutdowns
2 pump suction line from emergency valve to pump strainer
2 steel tubing- pump discharge lines to rear cabinet
2 pump suction stub for filling tank- utilizing pump on the truck
Install 2 valve spring loaded for closed circuit loading
Mounted on chassis & flow tested
Painted one color (White)
Operating decals
(2) Pump- Blackmer 2 TXD2-w/ strainer
(2) Filter VF 61EP ½ -50 GPM diesel fuel, 50 GPM gasoline- manual drain & air eliminator AC 51205 element for gasoline diesel fuel AC51225
(2) Meters- M-5-A-2 w large numeral counter & rest
(2) Hose reel valve
(2) Reels, 1spring rewind
(2) Hose 35 x 1 M&M;
(2) Nozzle 1 automatic OPW 1A or equal
Chassis Cab Specifications:
2005 GMC TC 7500 Series
Engine 8.1 L 454 CID
Cab to axle 102or 108
Wheelbase170
Transmission - 5-speed manual
Eaton Fuller 19,000lb rear axle
Clutch 13 Dia. 10,000 lb Front axle
Service Brake Hydraulic power assisted
105 AMP Alternator 12 volts
50 Gallon fuel tank step type- driver side
Power steering
Suspension front 9,500lbs
Suspension rear 19,000lbs
Wheel & tires 245/75R 22.59 front & rear
Air condition
AM/FM radio
Paint white
S&MA; CANDIDTE ADDITIONS TO THE PROCURMENT SPECIFICATION DOT 406 SPECIFICATION TRUCK
HARDWARE
1) Truck needs to be equipped with the standard hazardous material placards - in accordance with the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations.
2) Fire Extinguisher - Properly Rated
3) Electrical Grounding Provisions Truck needs to be electrically grounded to prevent possible fires and explosions.
4) Diesel and Gas Nozzles need to be marked/color coded or sized - to preclude fueling with the wrong fuel.
5) Area Flood lighting for nighttime fueling operations?
6) Is a ladder required to get on top of the tank and fill the tanks?
7) Truck has backup warning alarm?
PROCEDURES/TRAINING
8) Will the truck manufacturer provide actual or textbook training on the safe operation & maintenance of the truck?
9) Required Emergency Discharge Control Procedures provided by manufacturer & stored in the cab.
CALIBRATION
10) Are the vent valves that are mentioned the same as pressure relief valves?
11) What will their delivered pressure relief setting be?
12) How will the pressure relief valves be tested?
13) How and when are the flow meters calibrated?