twenty-nine (29) sixty (60) foot articulated bus

AC TRANSIT DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PURCHASING DEPARTMENT NO. 2016-1348

TWENTY-NINE (29) SIXTY (60) FOOT ARTICULATED BUS PROCUREMENT WITH AN OPTION FOR UP TO 60 ADDITIONAL

VEHICLES

ADDENDUM Number 9 dated March 30, 2016

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The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District herewith issues this Addendum No. 9 to the above referenced Documents. Except as modified below, all other terms and conditions shall remain in effect. Strikethrough texts are words deleted from original RFP text and bold/italicized/underlined texts are changes to original RFP text. Amendments to Request for Proposal NONE Amendments to the General Conditions, Instructions and Information for Offerors Proposal due date of March 31, 2016 has been changed to April 8, 2016. Questions, Clarifications and Substitution Requests (Questions - Set 2 have been replaced. This Addendum 9 replaces Addendum 8 in its entirety) Questions - Set 1 Q1. We request to provide an Excel table in lieu of pdf forms for our request for approved equals or clarifications or questions. Please refer to the following attachment for an example of the Excel table. A1. Purchasing approves use of Excel spread sheet

Q2. Please identify the missing subsystems: "Extended Warranty [District to identify subsystem] A2. TS 8.5.5, Table 9-1 lists subsystems

Q3. Please identify the missing "Other" [District to specify] if any. A3. There is no missing 'Other' items at this time on the Pricing Schedule. Q4. Please clarify the Sales tax (es) applicable, if any, including the percentage. A4. Nine and one half percent (9.5%). Buses to be delivered to AC Transit's Central

Maintenance Facility located in Oakland, CA.

Q5. We request approval to have this form signed by a Commissioner of Oaths in lieu of a Notary Public. Please refer to the following Attachment for more details. A5. Approved

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Q6. We request to provide an Excel table in lieu of pdf forms to provide our deviations in our proposal package. Please refer to the following attachment for an example of the Deviations Excel table. A6. Purchasing approves use of Excel spread sheet

Q7. Please clarify if 1 or 8 CDs are required. A7. Should be (8) CDs or (8) USB keys

Q8. We request approval to provide USB key in lieu of CDs. A8. USB keys accepted

Q9. Please clarify if deviations need to be included in Package 1: Technical Proposal or in Package 3: Qualification Package. A9. Deviations need to be listed in each Package where applicable

Q10. Please clarify if this will be a single award or if multiple award can occur (Ex: Diesel buses awarded to Bidder 1 and Hybrid buses awarded to Bidder 2, etc.) A10. This is a single award solicitation.

Q11. Please provide Proposer with a sample Form of Contract as stipulated in this section. Appendix D cannot be found. A11. The Contract Offer and Acceptance is in Attachment 3 Q12. Please confirm that a Proposer can use a Word or Excel format to offer the options requested? There is no separate item line for options on the Pricing Schedule. A12. The Proposer can use a Word or Excel format to offer the options.

Q13. Please clarify the number of lead buses needed. A13. (2) lead buses required

Q14. Please clarify the number of days (30 or 90) that AC Transit needs to test the lead bus(es) before the Contractor can start the production of the remaining buses. A14. 90 days

Q15. We request that exterior paint and exterior decal requirements be removed from this RFP. The paint and exterior decals shall be treated as a change order (price increase) after contract execution. A complete white bus shall be requested in lieu. Rationale: It is impossible for Proposer to correctly cost the paint and/or exterior decals

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when no paint scheme nor exterior decals scheme is provided. There is too many factors that can influence the cost of exterior paint and decals. A15. Denied. District will provide a paint/decal scheme. Please see attachment B. Artic Bus

Paint and Decal Scheme.

Q16. "We understand that we shall include the spare part costs (table 9-2) into each related bus model price schedule. Please confirm. Ex 1: The complete engine and hybrid ASM cost will be included in the hybrid bus price schedule only - not the diesel nor the suburban bus models. Ex 2: The engine ASM will be include in the 3 bus models price schedule." A16. The complete engine and ASM cost will be included in the hybrid, diesel, and suburban

bus models price schedules

Q17. We request to delete the farebox spare part from Table 9-2 since no farebox is requested in the 3 bus models. A17. Approved

Q18. Please confirm if the 29 base bus will be ordered in one order in the first year contract A18. Confirmed

Q19. Please list all the components that should be included in the "Complete ENGINE and HYBRID ASM (DRESSED)" spare part. A19. Please provide a definition of "Complete Engine & Hybrid assembly (Dressed)"

Q20. Please list all the components that should be included in the "ENGINE ASM (DRESSED)" spare part for both the hybrid and diesel model. A20. Please provide a definition of "Engine Assembly (Dressed)"

Q21. Please list all the components that should be included in the "HYBRID ASM (BARE)" spare part. A21. Please provide a definition of "Hybrid Assembly (Bare)"

Q22. Please confirm that 10 laptop computers are required. A22. Confirmed. (10) laptop computers

Q23. We cannot offer window frames and glazing spare parts separately. We request approval to offer the windows and glazing together in the quantity specified. A23. Approved

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Q24. Please confirm that all multiplex modules included in our bus need to be offered as a spare part. A24. Confirmed

Q25. Please confirm if 1 front & rear bumpers need to be included in the spare part "Bumpers". A25. Confirmed

Q26. We understand that we shall include the special tool costs into each related bus model price schedule. Please confirm. Ex: The hybrid special tool costs will be included in the hybrid bus price schedule only - not the diesel nor the suburban bus models. A26. The special tool costs will be included in the hybrid, diesel, and suburban bus models

price schedules

Q27. Please clarify the following requirement as per USSC 4ONE's request: "attached to, or braced from, coach sidewall to preclude deformation due to long term flexing." A27. Disregard "to preclude deformation due to long term flexing".

Q28. Please clarify if armrests are needed/mandatory between the individual flipped seats. A28. The District requests individual flip up seats. One armrest on both ends of ADA flipseat

set.

Q29. Please clarify which part numbers in the Attachment below will meet the "Differential" spare part requirement. A29. Disregard this requirement

Q30. Please clarify which part numbers in the Attachment below will meet the "Differential Housing" spare part requirement. A30. Disregard this requirement

Q31. Please clarify which part numbers in the Attachment below will meet the "Complete differential assembly" spare part requirement. A31. N68781-07

Q32. We request to delete sub-paragraphs 65 b & c since BAE components cannot be overhauled. This is inherent to BAE design. A32. Approved

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Q33. Please clarify that only 3 doors on the curbside of the bus are needed for all bus models: Front, middle & rear. A33. Confirmed: 3 doors, Front, middle, Rear

Q34. "We request to read this requirement as follows: ""Overall length of nominal 60-foot buses shall be 59.5 feet to 61.9 feet (18.1 m to 18.9 m)."" Rationale: Our overall bus length (bumper to bumper) is 61.89167 feet (18.86458 m). " A34. Approved

Q35. Please specify which Suppliers are being evaluated for Wifi system. A35. The District is not evaluating Suppliers at this time. The District provided the performance

specifications for the WIFI in the RFP.

Q36. Please specify whether the CAD/AVL system is from ACS or from Trapeze and exactly which parts of such systems shall be provided and installed by the bus manufacturer. A36. CAD/AVL will be from Clever Device. The bus shall be prewired for this system

Q37. Technical Specification numbers 3.23.2.1 through 3.23.2.6 do not exist as sections within the RFP. Please clarify. A37. Please ignore these numbers

Q38. Please provide the engine stand adapters brand that AC Transit is currently using. A38. Please disregard #64 C

Q39. Prevost Parts and Our Parts do not show/illustrate in our parts catalog any part numbers outside of those numbers assigned to Our production. Meaning, we do not supply cross reference vendor information within our parts catalog. Request AC Transit Accept this as our vehicle standard, our parts books are created using engineering module packages in order to build custom parts books for each client A39. Approved

Q40. Define scope and size associated with this request. Is the intent of this TS to cover all warranty repairs, repairs that are designated campaign work or fleet defect work? Fleet defect or retrofit work is understandable; however intent of this TS is required to clarify risk for parts A40. Yes. The Districts intent is to cover all warranty repairs when possible. In the event of

campaigns / retrofits / fleet defects we will request assistance.

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Q41. Prevost parts and Our Parts asks that the $100 per day, per item be reviewed under the following context: In order for Prevost parts to accept these terms, AC Transit would need to agree that all warranty parts used for repairs against basic warranty coverage or extended warranty coverage, as defined by contract - must use Prevost / and Our OEM parts only. Prevost parts cannot accept liability and financial risk if AC Transit procures parts from other sources and applies to warranty returns / claims. A41. Agreed

Q42. Prevost parts and Our Parts requests clarification concerning US components and from US suppliers. Our Hub PDC warehouse is in South Plainfield NJ, where we source and stock brake components used on front and rear axles as supplied by Knorr Bremse. Knorr Bremse components are produced in Germany and warehoused in NJ to support our clients. Does this meet intent of TS 8.6.5? A42. Yes. This meets the intent of this section

Q43. Records will be available for audit within Prevost Parts Sales Office - Located 2250 Point Blvd, Suite 410, Elgin IL 60123. Proprietary sourcing files, vendor information etc. will not be copied and transmitted via email, fax or other. Please confirm acceptance. A43. Confirmed

Q44. Please clarify if there is any progress payment established for the lead production vehicle. A44. Dependent on what is offered by the successful proposer in terms of both price and terms.

Q45. Please clarify which payment terms option is effective for this RFP. A45. This is an RFP. It is up to the proposer to make an advantageous offer relative to this

issue.

Q46. If payment terms option 2 is chosen by AC Transit, we request to reduce the retention to 10%. A46. This is something that would need to be addressed in your proposal. We cannot approve

or deny at this time.

Q47. For payment terms option 3, please specify the event related to the first 20% progress payment A47. This is something that would need to be addressed in your proposal. We cannot approve

or deny at this time.

Q48. We request to set the performance guarantee to 10% of the total contract value. A48. Denied

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Q49. We request approval to cap the liquidated damages at 2% of the value of the bus price. A49. Denied Q50. We request to deliver up to 5 bus per week. A50. Denied. The District cannot accommodate more than three buses a week at our receiving

facility.

Q51. "Potential dimensional/performance tests that may be included in the Configuration and Performance Review include the following: •Water test / •Water runoff test" Please clarify the difference(s) between "Water test" and "Water runoff test". A51. The water test and runoff test is listed as part of the APTA Bus Procurement Guidelines.

Part of this test will demonstrate that water does not run over the windshield during braking or passengers during entry and exit at all doors.

Q52. "Potential dimensional/performance tests that may be included in the Configuration and Performance Review include the following: •Sound/noise level test " A52. Approved

We perform a sound/noise level test on each bus during the road test to detect rattling and other suspicious noises. Also, we provide a noise level report (max dBA per bus) that has been performed on a bus with the closest configuration to AC Transit bus available at that time. Is this process acceptable to AC Transit? If not, please clarify if the noise level test (max dBA per bus) need to be performed on each lead bus only or on all buses to be delivered to AC Transit. Q53. Circular 4220.1F, Rev 4, page 13 - procurement guidelines from FTA, states guidelines associated with LD's pertaining to rolling stock delivery only. We kindly asks for AC Transit's rationale and calculation supporting $300 per day LD per bus (after 7 days of agreed upon schedule). We kindly ask $300 per day be removed, as there is no guidance from FTA or APTA concerning out of service charges and subsequent schedule to repair. A53. Denied

Q54. Fleet Defect as stated within TS 8.5.21 is 15% of fleet, per APTA guidelines 2011 - Page 206, Section WR 1.4.1 - Occurrence and Remedy "A Fleet Defect is defined as cumulative failures of twenty-five (20) percent of the same components in the same or similar application in a minimum fleet size of twelve (12) or more buses where such items are covered by warranty. A Fleet Defect shall apply only to the base warranty period in sections entitled “Complete Bus,” “Propulsion System” and “Major

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Subsystems.” " We kindly asks that APTA white book specifications are used concerning fleet percentage - 20% A54. Approved

Q55. Please clarify if AC Transit will purchase only one bus model (diesel, hybrid or suburban) or if AC Transit may purchase a mixed of these bus models? A55. The District may purchase a mixture of these models. It has not been determined at this

time based on funding if we will purchase hybrid bus but want it as an option.

Q56. We understand that the inspection and approval of the lead bus means that AC Transit will make sure that the lead bus meets the contract requirements and will not request change orders for the remaining 28 production buses unless a non-compliance is found. Please confirm or clarify our understanding. A56. Refer to SP 1.1 and TS 11.6: Changes may be requested within seven (7) days after the

completion of the thirty (30) day test and issuance of the written report.

Q57. We request approval to change the whole section with section WR 1.1.3 of the APTA Standard Bus Procurement Guidelines which is the standard requirement in the Bus Industry: Body, body structure, structural elements of the suspension and engine cradle are warranted to be free from Defects and Related Defects for three years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Primary load-carrying members of the bus structure, including structural elements of the suspension, are warranted against corrosion failure and/or Fatigue Failure sufficient to cause a Class 1 or Class 2 Failure for a period of 12 years or 500,000 miles, whichever comes first. A57. Approved

Q58. We request approval to delete the requirement to remove interior ceiling and side panels to perform the leak inspection. Rationale: Our water test room complies with the APTA Standard Bus Procurement Guidelines and has shown reliability. The test is performed once the bus is completed and therefore, all windows, doors are in place and after installation of the interior panels. However, we leave all access panels and base lights open in order to check for any leakage. Changing our water test installation would require an extensive review and change our manufacturing process. A58. Approved

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Q59. Please provide a list of equipment (BOM) to be installed for the Smart Card System and Patron Devices, and please specify who will furnish each piece of equipment. A59. Contact Curtis Rodgers at Cubic for a list of equipment. [email protected],

(510)281-1306

Q60. Within each of these sections a reference is made to an ITS system or a functionality or connection involving an ITS system. We are aware that there may be some changes occurring to the chosen ITS system. Please clarify which ITS system is to be used. If this information is not available we kindly suggest that basic provisions be provide but that certain connections, functionalities and installations be put on hold to be assessed and clarified at a pre-production meeting. A60. Clever Device is the system to be used

Q61. We request approval to adjust the price of Spares parts, Manuals, Training, Test equipment, Special tool and warranty ordered with option vehicles by multiplying the base price of those items by the following fraction: Latest Published Preliminary Index Number Prior to Notice of Exercise of Option / Index Number on Effective Date of the Contract. The Index shall be the Producer Price Index for Truck and Bus Bodies, Series No. 1413, published by the United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, or if such Index is no longer in use, then such replacement that is most comparable to the Index as may be designated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, or as agreed by the parties. A61. Denied Q62. We request approval to offer the following warranty coverage for the floor covering. Please refer to RFA 62 Attachment. A62. Denied

Q63. We request approval to offer the following warranty coverage for the ramp: 3 years / unlimited We propose this coverage since the required warranty period would be in effect beyond the standard or extended warranty periods offered by Lift-U. A63. Denied

Q64. We request approval to offer the following warranty coverage for the driver seat: 2 years / 100 000 miles We propose this coverage since the required warranty period would be in effect beyond the standard or extended warranty periods offered by Recaro.

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A64. Denied

Q65. We request approval to offer the following warranty coverage for the passenger seats: 100% Parts and labor year 1 to 2 100% Parts only year 3 to 5 We propose this coverage since the required warranty period would be in effect beyond the standard or extended warranty periods offered by American Seating. A65. Denied

Q66. " In the event of warranty claims being rejected by the contractor or contractor's supplier, the contractor or contractor's supplier shall respond in writing to the District within ten (10) days of receipt of such claim, and the reason for said rejection." We request approval to answer within 30 days since the requirement for reimbursement is 45 days. A66. Approved

Q67. "If any component, unit, or subsystem is repaired [...] then the component, unit, or subsystem will begin a new warranty period based on the original terms." We wish to clarify that the warranty doesn't restart and we request approval to use the APTA Standard Bus Procurement Guidelines wording : " If any component, unit or subsystem is repaired, [...] then the component, unit or subsystem shall have the unexpired warranty period of the original." A67. Approved

Q68. We request your approval to apply the fleet defect clause only on the base warranty: Per APTA guidelines 2011 - Page 206, Section WR 1.4.1 - Occurrence and Remedy "[..] A Fleet Defect shall apply only to the base warranty period in sections entitled “Complete Bus,” “Propulsion System” and “Major Subsystems.”" A68. Approved

Q69. Since major component suppliers such as engine, transmission and HVAC do not recognize and/or participate in fleet defect clauses, we request approval to exclude them from the fleet defect clause. A69. Denied. All component suppliers need to conform to the Fleet Defect Provisions.

Q70. The title "Software Escrow Account" and Sample Escrow Agreement attached to the RFP Documents are contrary to the language contained in this provision. Please confirm that no Software Escrow Account will be required as the documents subject to be contained in an escrow account are proprietary intellectual property.

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A70. There is no Software Escrow Account requirement. Q71. The dispute resolution clause contained in this section is contradictory to the one contained in GC 9.8. Please confirm that section GC 9.8 will prevail and that TS 10.15 is therefore inapplicable. A71. The dispute resolution clause contained in TS10.15 shall prevail.

Q72. NO QUESTION Q73. We request approval to modify the definition of "subject data" to the following: means recorded information, whether or not copyrighted, that is delivered or specified to be delivered under the Contract. It includes the proprietary rights of the following: • General configuration layout arrangements schematics • Technical data including manuals or instruction materials, computer or microprocessor software • Patented materials, equipment, devices or processes • License requirements A73. Denied Q74. Shall we include the Proposal form in the Qualification Package or in the Price Package? A74. Include the Proposal form in the Price Package.

Q75. Would AC Transit accept a lead bus model year 2016 (with engine EPA 2016) and production buses model year 2017 (with either engine EPA 2016 or 2017)? A75. Denied. For fleet conformity all engines in each fleet purchased shall be the same model

year.

Q76. Please clarify that the First Production Bus will be the first bus after the approval of the lead bus. A76. The first production bus shall be considered after the first (2) buses as stated above.

Q77. We request approval to make the mechanics "Bus Orientation" video with the Lead bus. A77. Approved

Q78. We would like to clarify that the OEM "Train the Trainer" Maintenance Training will be provided at the AC Transport District location. A78. Approved

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Q79. Please clarify section TS 7.6.2, 62 concerning The General Orientation. The training on the General Orientation will be provided 3 times in each maintenance facilities. If the training is provided 3 times per facility, we will have 15 sessions of General orientation training to provide. In the case of 270 maintenance personnel and 7 persons per session, the training sessions would be 39 sessions. Please indicate the number of sessions to provide. A79. If each session is 2 hours long, 2 sessions per shift can be done. If only 1 session per

shift can be done, we would like to see 10 persons per session which, would allow 27 sessions total

Q80. We request approval for 8.6 in minimum ground clearance instead of 9 in. A80. Denied. This is an APTA Specification in the Bus Procurement Manual. District buses

must meet this requirement to address challenging street conditions such as speed bumps etc.

Q81. We request approval for 6.3 in minimum wheel area clearance for fixed part to the bus. A81. Wheel area clearance shall be no less than 8 in. for parts fixed to the bus body and 6 in.

for parts that move vertically with the axles as per APTA Bus Procurement Guidelines.

Q82. We request approval for 5.8 in minimum wheel area clearance for parts that move vertically with the axles. A82. Wheel area clearance shall be no less than 8 in. for parts fixed to the bus body and 6 in.

for parts that move vertically with the axles as per APTA Bus Procurement Guidelines.

Q83. We request approval for radius A of 534 in and radius B of 256 in. A83. Denied. The District requires this specification due to numerous routes where this

specification is required.

Q84. Maximum maintained speed of 62 mph with an artic bus at GVWR. 32 mph maintained speed on a 3.5% grade Acceleration 0-45 mph: 39 seconds We have no historical data or simulation for the time to reach 0-20mph on a 5% grade. Therefore we cannot confirm compliance to the specification. A84. Denied. The vehicle must comply and the contractor must demonstrate the contract

performance standards listed in Table 1-1 of this section.

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Q85. We request approval for fiberglass body panels. All exterior panels are made of composite materials bonded in place with structural adhesive. This process eliminates the need for mechanical fasteners, and prevents corrosion and the forming of stress risers. A85. Approved

Q86. We use Hubner 15.3 articulation. See RFA 86 Attachment for anti-Jacknife control description. Please confirm your acceptance. A86. Approved

Q87. Please clarify the guard specified in this section. We need more information to evaluate the function of this guard. A87. The function of this guard is to prevent the bottom of the artic bellow from scraping on the

ground.

Q88. We request approval for our 3/4in foam filled honeycomb core composite subfloor. Please refer to RFA 88 Attachment for more details. Rationale: All of our LFS are equipped with composite subfloor instead of plywood for long term durability of the passenger compartment subfloor as a standard feature A88. Approved

Q89. We request approval for Gerflor Tarabus flooring composed of PVC, fiber-glass with high quality wear inset with silicon carbide granules and non-woven textile on all the flooring surfaces (Vestibule, driver's area and passenger area). Most importantly the Tarabus NT series has superior resistance to abrasion, a static coefficient of friction >0.6 (ASTM D2047) & a thickness of (0.0885" or 2.25mm). The floor covering is bonded to the subfloor during the manufacturing process of the subfloor, eliminating any chance of water infiltration or separation. By using this process, our floor covering does not require additional trim and does not continue up the side walls, it ends straight with the floor. Yellow Integral nosing is used for step nosing. No floor covering is used on wheelhouses. Gerflor flooring has been developed, tested and has shown durability to survive heavy traffic, It is easy to maintain and provides passengers with a safe, non-slip surface, even when wet. The Tarabus collection has been developed by Gerflor specifically for buses and coaches. It is available in a variety of colors to coordinate with your interior

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preferences. The floor covering is glued, fused, bonded to the composite floor according to the required installation methods; thus making the flooring sealed. The edge of the floor is sealed against infiltration of moisture. The edges are also reinforced with a polyester resin seal. All seams are filled with color matched welding cords that are brazed to make the most uniform and sealed surface. Please note that in the event of water infiltration, the urethane glue is not affected. Moreover the glue requires water to mature. A89. Denied. The District is requesting "Altro" flooring for fleet commonality.

Q90. We request approval for wheelhouses constructed to meet successfully the 2 in steel ball impact test with at least 200 ft-lb of energy without penetration & fire resistance test of the Standard Bus Procurement Guidelines (White Book) at mid axle. The mid axle wheelhouses are covered by molded seats integrated in design with the bus interior A90. District approves wheelhouse construction but requests all passenger seating conforms

as requested in RFP. The District can't have any steps up to any passenger seating area due to passenger falls.

Q91. We request approval for wheelhouses constructed of reinforced fiberglass that meet successfully the 2 in steel ball impact test with at least 200 ft-lb of energy without penetration & fire resistance test of the Standard Bus Procurement Guidelines (White Book) at rear axle. A91. District approves wheelhouse construction but requests all passenger seating conforms

as requested in RFP. The District can't have any steps up to any passenger seating area due to passenger falls.

Q92. Tire chain clearance is less than specified in SAE J683, however our vehicle has sufficient clearance for SCC Super Z cable chains (which comply to SAE J1232-1980 Class S standard) to be installed on the rear outer wheels. We request your approval. A92. Approved

Q93. We request approval of our Water test parameters See RFA 93 Attachment for more details. A93. Approved Q94. Please provide the District water test installation parameters such as the test duration, water flow, amount and placement of nozzles and nozzle pressure/pattern for the contractor to evaluate the test to be performed at the district. A94. District will review your test parameters once they are received.

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Q95. Please refer to RFA 95 Attachment for details of our undercoating application. Please confirm acceptance. A95. Approved

Q96. We request approval for stainless steel structure with limited application of Tectyl undercoating to the lower half of the structural frame walls, to the underside of the structure and structural wheel housings and application of sicopoxy below the window line. Vertical tubes are not capped at the bottom to enable moisture and condensation to be naturally evacuated from the inside of the beam/tubes. Other tubes on the vertical walls do not have caps to make possible the installation of systems drains as needed. Please refer to RFA 95 Attachment for more details. A96. Approved

Q97. In addition to request # 15, we propose to the district to consider a white Gelcoated body panel bus to be complemented to the AC Transit colors by a decal wrap or striping. The Gel coated panels have no orange peel; minimize maintenance by providing ease of repair and eliminating the need to re-paint the bus. The appearance is render by exterior fiberglass white (Lily white) gelcoat panels. A97. Denied. The District requests a paintable panel to be painted with the colors to be

provided by the District.

Q98. We request approval for streetside battery compartment that swing open clockwise compliant with the first section of this requirement. However it is not compliant with the second section of this requirement (not on curbside) A98. Approved Q99. We request approval to provide an electronic equipment box mounted in the baselights (located above the streetside wheelhouse), directly behind the driver's partition. Please refer to RFA 99 Attachment for a description of the electronic equipment box offered. It is mounted such that airflow from the baselight cools the electronic Equipment Box. It is not waterproof design, but located to ensure no water entry during interior bus wash. Dimensions: L: 68 in x W: 10 in x H: 18.4 in

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Two open positions provide easy access to front and rear of electronic components to simplify maintenance and connections Rationale: The Electronic equipment box mounted in the streetside baselight integrates well within the new passenger environment and contributes to its bright and open space feel. A99. Denied. The District requests an electronics cabinet directly behind the driver which, the

cabinet can also serve as a drivers barrier and storage compartment. The dimensions do not appear to be addiquit to support the electronic components installed. In addition the electronic technicians will require a step stool or ladder to reach some electric components and this is considered a safety issue.

Q100. We Request approval for our towing, jacking, hoisting procedure. Please refer to RFA 100 attachment for more details. A100. Approved

Q101. Please refer to previous request # 33. A101. The bus will be configured with a total of 3 doors on the curb side of the bus (front,

middle, rear)

Q102. We request approval for a 5 positions door control handle. Please refer to RFA 102 Attachment for more details. A102. Approved Q103. Please clarify this requirement as section TS 2.2 Door Actuators calls for Vapor electric Actuator. Please clarify the door actuator to be included in the base offer and if you would prefer the incremental price for the electric door actuator as an option. If so, the price form shall be changed to add this option. A103. The District requests Vapor Electric Dorrs & Actuators Q104. We request approval for molded seat aisle facing non flip-up above the mid axle. Please refer to RFA 104 Attachment for details. A104. Denied. The District requests the same passenger seating as the rest of the non-flip

seats located throughout the bus. In addition the District cannot accept steps up to passenger seating due to frequent injury falls and complaints the District receives.

Q105. We request approval for aisle facing seats non flip-up on the rear podium.

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The vehicle configuration does not allow enough space to mount this seat design on the rear podium wall. A105. Please provide additional information so we can fully understand the limitations you have

in our request.

Q106. We request approval for American Seating 6484 in combination with 6466 seats. A106. Denied. Please explain why 2005N cannot be provided. This seat provides fleet

commonality with privous bus builds.

Q107. We request approval for arborite melamine dividers. Specific color matching to specified color by the district can be discussed at pre-production meeting and be treated as a change order. For evaluation we propose our S406 (silver grey) diamond finish. A107. Please provide the District with more detail regarding your request.

Q108. We request approval for 3/8 in polycarbonate upper panels. They do not require to be mounted in a metallic frame. Rational: Polycarbonate provide a reduce weight and is very resistant to impact. A108. Please provide the District with more detail regarding your request.

Q109. We request approval for a single piece windshield, no vertical divider. A109. Denied. The District requests a two-piece windshield for ease of replacement and cost

purposes Q110. We request approval for a driver's window with only the front half of the operator`s side window slides open. Rationale: The rear half is located behind the driver's barrier and is inaccessible to the driver. The driver's window is very large and opening just the front panel provides the driver with plenty of fresh air. See RFA 110 Attachment for more details. A110. Approved

Q111. We request approval for Doga wipers system. The park position is at the bottom of the single piece windshield. Single control and motor for both sides. The windshield washer reservoir is not located under the dash and is compliant in terms of filling from the outside.

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See RFA 111 Attachment for more details. A111. Approved Q112. We request approval for 24 volts DC nominal. Rationale: Our electrical system is based on a 24 Volts DC nominal. A112. Approved Q113. We request approval for two 7in halogen headlamp operating on 24 volts. Each lamp combined high and low beam control by the driver's foot. However these lamps are not equipped with tilt Ray feature neither are Tilt Ray brand seal beam. A113. Approved Q114. Each lamp combined high and low beam control by the driver's foot. However these lamps are not equipped with tilt Ray feature neither are Tilt Ray brand seal beam Please confirm if the district would prefer the choice between halogen Sealed Beam and LED Headlamps. Rationale: both 7in options are available. LED headlamps long life LED luminaires are designed to meet the most demanding specification criteria while offering maximum energy savings, reduced maintenance costs, and a superior quality of light. A114. Approved Q115. We request approval to use one 18in x 1in LED strip for 3rd brake lamp. The lamp is center mounted at the top of the rear engine compartment door. A115. Approved

Q116. We request your approval to provide the street side destination sign at an alternate window location as it may create an interference with the StreetSide radio equipment box A116. Please disregard this request

Q117. We propose to agree to an alternate location for the dash sign holder due to the size and location this may create a blind spot for the driver. This can be discussed at pre-production meeting. A117. The District agrees to discuss at pre-production meeting

Q118. We request approval to install the bracket on the bus and ship the bike rack separately.

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Rationale: A 3 position bike rack would interfere with the headlights and may conflict with FMVSS requirement. A118. Denied. Please see attached FMVSS document that allows A.C. Transit to operate

buses with three position bike racks.

Q119. Please confirm if an S-1 guard is required at the mid axle curbside. A119. The district requests an S1 Guard at mid and rear axle, curbside locations. Q120. We request approval for adhesive type of advertising on the street side. It increases street-side ceiling height through the entire length of the vehicle. A120. Denied. The District does not use adhesive adds. The District uses a pre-cut standard

size adds for all locations that side into tracks above the passenger windows.

Q121. We propose to provide a Recaro ergo metro without quick disconnect or a USSC with quick disconnect as this functionality is not yet available with the Recaro Ergo metro and requires an FMVSS210-207 test. Please confirm your acceptance. A121. Denied. The District would like a means of cutting off air supply to driver seat during seat

repair and/or replacement, regardless of seat manufacturer and an easy means of disconnecting air supply line.

Q122. We request approval for a floor to ceiling driver’s barrier made of thermoplastic. The driver’s barrier (partition) has a functionality that is inherent to the design of the vehicle. The barrier runs from the floor to ceiling with any gap at the floor. A removable panel provides access to supply lines (air, water, electrical wiring) running through the barrier. Please refer to RFA 122 Attachment for more details. A122. Denied. Please see Districts response to question #99

Q123. We wish to clarify that we use pictograms instead of wording to identify the Master Switch position. Please confirm your acceptance. A123. Please provide the District an example drawing.

Q124. We wish to clarify that we propose front kneeling. The left and right corner is kneeling. Please confirm your acceptance. A124. Approved

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Q125. We request approval for one needle for primary system pressure at the middle axle, primary system pressure at the rear axle and one needle for secondary circuit. Therefore we have a minimum of 3 needles per gauge.

A125. Please provide more detail regarding your request

Q126. We request approval for our indicators as describe in RFA 126 Attachment. A126. Please provide list of exceptions to what is requested in the RFP. Q127. We request approval for a storage box to be located under first passenger seat behind driver's barrier. Rationale: The driver’s barrier (Partition) has a functionality that is inherent to the design of the vehicle. The barrier runs from the floor to ceiling with any gap at the floor. A removable panel provides access to supply lines (air, water, electrical wiring) running through the barrier. Please refer to RFA 127 Attachment for more details. A127. Denied. This location is not a secure provision for the drivers valuables.

Q128. We request approval for Weather-Pak, Delphi Metri-Pack and Deutch connectors, with the exception of the high power cables for the hybrid drive. A128. Approved

Q129. We request approval for a roof mounted SS surge tank with one sight glass. The fluid level can be monitor from the electronic master gauge (Actia) located in the driver's area without opening of the engine compartment door or on the engine run box from the rear of the vehicle. The fill location is accessible from the ground level in the engine compartment. Please refer to RFA 129 Attachment for details. A129. Denied. Please provide reason why tank cannot be mounted in requested location

Q130. We request approval for hoses supplied by the bus manufacturer. A130. Denied. Please provide more detail regarding your request.

Q131. We request approval for ZF axles. AV-132 driven drop rear axle with double reduction. AVN-132 mid axle RL-85 Solid Beam front axle Please refer to RFA 131 Attachment for more details.

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ZF axles are service and Altoona proven. A131. Approved

Q132. We request approval for HV wiring approved by the hybrid drive manufacturer, but not necessarily supplied by the hybrid drive manufacturer A132. Approved Q133. We request approval to use Meritor extended lube MXL Drive Shaft with a yoke used at axle end on hybrid Drive, yoke used at both end on the Diesel Drive. See RFA 133 Attachment for more details. A133. Approved Q134. We request approval for grease lubricated ZF axles. (Front - steer axle, middle axle and drive axle). Rationale: ZF axles provide reduced maintenance schedule which is 310 000 miles or 2 years for the front axle and 310 000 miles or 4 years for the rear and center axles as per the manufacturer’s recommendation. A134. Approved

Q135. We request approval for a useable fuel tank capacity of 125 US Gal. A135. Approved

Q136. We request approval for Textar T7400 brake lining. A136. Approved

Q137. We request approval for Knorr Bremse brake chamber with wear indicator available from the electronic master gauge (Actia) located in the engine compartment and Driver's area. A137. Approved

Q138. We request approval for Bendix EC-60 ABS / ATC Controllers system. A138. Approved Q139. We request approval for previous test reports with same configuration. Therefore one report (LRI-XXXX-11A) for the Artic diesel with Allison B500R, Knorr Bremze Air Disc Brakes with Textar T7400 Lining and Bendix 6S5M ABS. One report for the Artic HEV BAE HDS300 ( TB300 ), Knorr Bremze Air Disc Brakes

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With Textar T7400 Lining and Bendix 6S5M ABS. See RFA 139 Attachment for duty cycle report details. According FMVSS 121 reports are available for the same configuration. A139. Approved

Q140. Please clarify this requirements compare to requirement of section TS 5.1.5. We understand this to be a separate circuit that needs to be connected to the brake pedal signal circuit. A140. When a tow truck applies its brakes, we want the bus brakes to be applied as well

Q141. We request approval for 24 volts DC nominal. Rationale: Our electrical system is based on a 24 Volts DC nominal. A141. Approved Q142. We request approval for the VBEA multiplex system. Volvo multiplex system ( VBEA – Volvo Bus Electronic Architecture). CAN-based inter-module communication but using a proprietary Volvo protocol, it does not require licensing fees and can be easily access via an RS-232 communication port and windows explorer. Please refer to RFA 142 Attachment for more details. A142. Denied. Please explain why our request cannot be met.

Q143. We request approval for middle axle of our articulated bus to be equipped with one Hutchinson wheel (and not dual wheels) with finish similar to Alcoa Durabrite. Rationale: The rear axle wheels are interchangeable with the front axle wheels, however the front and rear axle wheels are not interchangeable with the mid axle wheels. A143. Denied. Please explain why dual wheels cannot be provided. This different tire and rim

would conform not to fleet commonality.

Q144. We wish to clarify that our passenger signal system is not divided in 2 distinct systems. However, when a mobility aid passenger wishes to exit and use the touch tape or push bottom located at the wheelchair location; It will be the same chime tone but two pulses for the mobility aid passenger. One pulse for the other passengers. Please confirm your acceptance. A144. Accepted

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Q145. We request approval for our proprietary roof mounted custom designed Modine E-fan technology, electrically driven cooling system. It is compliant in terms of electrically driven fan with programmable reverse operation and diagnostics with the VBEA multiplexing system. Rationale: The radiator uses a Square Wave® fin design, which provides approximately 35% less weight than a standard copper-brass radiator design. At the same time, the Modine open fin channel design promotes higher performance and significantly less clogging. Roof mounted radiator provides a cleaner environment and therefore reduced maintenance for cleaning radiators. Our roof mounted cooling system is easily cleanable with no engine at proximity to limit access. We recommend using high volume, low pressure if water is used to clean the system. Cooler fans are capable of automated reverse operations for periodic self-cleaning of the radiator and charge air cooler. Please refer to RFA 145 Attachment for more details. A145. Denied. The District requests EMP fan system for commonality with the rest of our fleet.

Q146. We wish to clarify the requirements. From the technical specification we read electrically driven hydraulic pump and conventional engine driven air compressor However, we wish to clarify if the District intended to specify electrified accessories for the hybrid bus (air compressor and hydraulic pump) and conventional engine driven accessories for the diesel bus. A146. Electrically driven accessories for a hybrid configuration, engine-driven accessories for a

diesel configuration

Q147. Please clarify: The Base offer is based on a diesel engine and an Allison B500R transmission. We understand these sections refer to the hybrid electric drive option. A147. Electrically driven accessories for a hybrid configuration, engine-driven accessories for a

diesel configuration

Q148. Please clarify if sections TS 3.6.1, TS 3.6.2, TS 3.6.2.1, TS 3.6.2.2, TS 3.6.2.3., TS 3.6.2.4 should be read as follows: TS 2.6.1, TS 2.6.2, TS 2.6.2.1, TS 2.6.2.2, TS 2.6.2.3, TS 2.6.2.4 A148. Yes. This is how it should read.

Q149. We request approval for Femco Drain plug.

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A149. Please provide District with more information

Q150. Please clarify the % of core surface area for a partially clogged radiator. A150. Please disregard this language

Q151. Please clarify the reference to section TS 2.13. It seems to be a wrong reference. A151. Please provide District with more detail

Questions - Set 2

Q1. New Flyer requests approval to amend this section to read the following: The Contractor shall grant a royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-transferable and irrevocable license to allow the District…right to reverse engineer patented parts and software only for the purpose of maintaining and operating the vehicles. The District reserves a royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-transferable and irrevocable license to reproduce and, publish or otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, the following subject data only for its purposes the purpose of maintaining and operating the vehicles... A1. Response will be provided in next addendum.

Q2. New Flyer requests approval to amend this section to read the following: …against any and all proven third party liabilities, damages, claims, demands, liens, encumbrances, judgments, awards, losses, costs, and expenses and suits or actions or proceedings….including consultants, in the defense, settlement or satisfaction...negligent acts, errors or omissions of its officers, employees, servants, agents, Subcontractors and Suppliers. [Delete remainder of the section.] A2. Response will be provided in next addendum.

Q3. New Flyer requests approval to amend this section to read the following: …death or damages are caused solely by the negligent acts… A3. Responses will be provided in next addendum.

Q4. New Flyer requests approval to amend this section to read the following:

…it shall be negotiated in good faith between... A4. Approved.


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…three years after completion of the contract. The confidentiality agreement as set forth in section 9.10 below will apply to any audit, review or analysis in order to protect and maintain the confidentiality of the Contractor's information. A5. Responses will be provided in next addendum. Q6. If the bus passes these tests or if the District does not notify the Contractor of non-acceptance within 15 calendar days after delivery, then acceptance of the bus by the District occurs on the 15th day after delivery. Buses that fail… A6. Approved


Change Title to the following:

List of Software Escrow Account …From time to time and only upon request, information contained within the listed software may be made available to the District through the OEM of the vehicle subsystem. The Contractor and... Manufacturer will not permit software escrow agreement, nor provide information within the listed software to be provided to the District through the OEM of the vehicle subsystem. A7. Approved. Q8. The minimum headroom for window seats at the rear bench seat location is only 56" and it increases to 69" at the front of the rear bench seat. The limited headroom provides no strike hazard to the seated or standing passenger. New Flyer requests approval. A8. Approved. Q9. New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus turning radius of 44 feet (528 inches). Please refer to the attached diagram. A9. Approved. Q10. New Flyer requests approval to provide Dialight exterior lighting that is potted. Please refer to the attached diagrams. Note: there may be other components supplied that are potted due to design requirements and locations of components. We will not be able to guarantee sub-assemblies will not have potted components. A10. Approved.

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Q11. New Flyer requests approval to provide bus performance at 75 dBA with A/C off, and 78 dBA with A/C on at the driver’s area, and 80 dBA at all passenger seat locations in accordance with the Altoona Bus Research and Testing Center standard testing procedures for interior noise. A11. Approved. Q12. New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus-generated noise level at curb idle that shall not exceed 68dBA. A12. Approved.

Q13. New Flyer requests approval to provide all fiberglass exterior panels on the proposed Xcelsior coach. This is inherent to the proposed bus design.

A13. Approved.

Q14. We request approval to provide hydraulic lines and fittings that are supplied and

assembled by Manuli. Please refer to the attached documents.

A14. Approved.

Q15. New Flyer requests approval to provide Greenwood Forest, NTä ACQ Bus Panel ¾ in. – 7-PLY Veneer plywood Flooring that is undercoated with Corashield for superior protection against the elements. Pressure treated plywood shall be supplied in the wheelchair ramp cavity also.

The forward five (5) feet of the upper level floor has been designed with a lightweight durable molded "Fiberglass honey comb core with polyester resin" composite which incorporates a stylized step up to the upper level and wraps over the fuel tank on the 40 ft bus.

Greenwood Forest, NTä ACQ Bus panel does not require sealing of cut edges as it is developed to assure full penetration and retention of ACQ, the environmentally-friendly preservative that prevents decay and insect damage.

Please refer to the attached information.

A15. Approved. Q16. New Flyer requests approval to provide Full Metal Jacket non skid material on top

of driver`s wear plate.

A16. Approved.

Q17. New Flyer requests approval to provide SST type 430 satin brushed finish trim strips.

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A17. Approved.

Q18. New Flyer requests approval to provide a clear opening between the door handles of the entrance Slide Glide door to be 33.8". Both Wide Slide Glide exit doors to be 39.8". All door heights will be 77.3"

A18. Approved.

Q19. New Flyer requests approval to provide its standard water test procedure on every bus provided for this procurement. Our water test shall be 10 minutes with a water flow pressure of 35 psi. (2.5 kg/cm) at a rate of 1.8 GPM./nozzle (6.8 LPM)

A19. Approved.

Q20. We request approval to provide fasteners based on the

following criteria:

Nuts and Bolts • Grade 8 steel, zinc plated or stainless steel • ASME

Washers • steel, zinc plated (structural washers are hardened) or stainless steel • ASME

Pop rivets • steel, aluminum and stainless steel • IFI (Industrial Fastener Institute) standard

Structural rivets ·some IFI standard, some engineered product (Mono-bolt for example)

Tapping Screws, Machine Screws and Socket Head Screws ·steel, alloy steel and stainless steel • ASME

Metric Screws • ISO and DIN

All of our fasteners are recognized industry standards (ASME, ASTM, SAE, OIN, ISO, IF I) and are, for the most part, off-the-shelf. As We also recognize the need for standardization it is required that our component suppliers adhere to the same standards.

A20. Approved.

Q21. New Flyer requests approval to provide our Standard Corrosion Protection Procedures. Corashield 7947 will be applied to the structural exterior and underbody. Cora Tube will be applied to the inside structural tubing from the window-line down as was provided on previous builds.

Please refer to the attached information.

A21. Approved.

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Q22. We request approval to provide Axalta (formerly Dupont) Imron® Elite™ Single Stage low VOC paint. Please refer to the attached information. A22. Approved.

Q23. We request approval to provide surfaces on the bus ceiling, rear PLC closeout, SDS box closeouts and interior mullion panels that are constructed of fiberglass / ABS material and are not painted. They can be color matched as best as possible to other interior colors as requested.

A23. Approved.

Q24. We request clarification on the type of doors required as the spec sections are conflicting. Electric or pneumatic?

A24. ACT requests Vapor Electric Doors

Q25. New Flyer requests approval to provide door actuator boxes using a force of 25lbs per APTA standard guidelines.

A25. Approved.

Q26. New Flyer requests approval to provide this panel in Lexan material which is the same as previous build.

A26. Approved.

Q27. New Flyer requests approval to use shims to center window sash as it is sized to meet sash manufacturer requirements. This process has been approved by the window manufacturer.

A27. Approved.

Q28. New Flyer requests approval to provide front door glass that is slightly angled.

Please refer to the attached drawings for further clarification.

A28..Approved.

Q29. New Flyer requests approval to use lexan(polycarbonate) plates secured with glue as used for Xcelsior interior, rivets are not used due to possible cracking of material.

A29. Approved.

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Q30. New Flyer requests approval to provide an ADA compliant door header light, 1.0” X 18.5” LED strip light at both entrance door and exit door which precludes the need for the installation of exterior curb lights. The LED lights will illuminate the door opening to the ground. The proposed strip light provides 1.37 ft-candle for a distance of 36 inches from the front step edge.

Please refer to the attached documentation.

A30. Approved.

Q31. New Flyer requests approval to provide headlights which are a combination of LED for low beam and high intensity halogens for the high beams.


A31. Approved.

Q32. New Flyer requests approval to provide the LED front turn lights as part of the head light cluster manufactured by J.W. Speaker.


A32. Approved.

Q33. New Flyer requests approval to provide 2 LIFT OFF NYLON INLINE hinges, per the attached drawings.

A33. Approved.

Q34. New Flyer does not provide separate compartments for side or rear destination signs. These signs are provided interior of windows(side) with no access doors required. Rear destination sign is accessed from rear exterior.

A34. Approved.

Q35. New Flyer does not offer a rubber hinge on the exterior electrical panel door as the components inside are accessible from inside the coach. Please refer to the atttached drawing for further clarification.

A35. Approved.

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Q36. The proposed bus model does not provide all exterior compartments which are sealed. This is our standard offering as the components within the compartments are sealed and have proven they can withstand the environment in which they are placed.

A36. Approved.

Q37. New Flyer requests approval for a driveshaft access panel that is manufactured completely out of polyurethane and is not edge bound with trim. The panel has a recessed area which is covered in flooring material to match the bus interior. The flooring material in this area is secured using approved adhesive and is edge sealed using approved sealant to prevent the edges from coming loose.

A37. Approved.

Q38. New Flyer requests approval to provide antenna access panels which are

fastened, but not hinged.

A38. Approved.

Q39. New Flyer requests approval to provide a Sportworks DL-2 Wide bikerack as this is the only Sportworks model currently permitted for California according to the CHP, local variance required for longer rack.

A39. Delete curb feelers. ACT wants an Apex III 3-position bike rack.

Please see attached California Vehicle Code Section 35400.7

Q40. We request approval to provide a 5lb fire extinguisher supplied by Ansul AA05VB. Please refer to the attached drawing for further clarification.

A40. Approved.

Q41. New Flyer requests approval to provide a TSME035 model triangle kit manufctured by ABC. Please refer to the attached drawing for further clarification.

A41. Approved.

Q42. New Flyer is unable to provide a storage compartment in the SDS box due to the items which are located in the enclosure. We request approval to provide a Driver's storage box located behind seat - basic box with paddle latch, no key. The box is to include a chamfer to allow for driver's seat clearance, same as previous builds. Please refer to the attached drawing for further clarification.

A42. Approved.

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Q43. New Flyer can provide 2 separate shades for front windshield coverage. As shown on the attached drawing, there will be a 20" shade from driver`s side of windshield and a 10" shade for use to the right of center.

A43. Denied. ACT wants an “AutoMotionShade”, 62” in width, one-piece.

Q44. New Flyer requests approval to delete the requirement of a "break Away" bracket feature. The breakaway feature could potentially be a hazard to pedestrians as well as property damage.

A44. Denied. ACT wants a B&R spring-loaded folding exterior mirror on both sides of bus.

Q45. We request approval to provide Lucerix Interior mirrors.

A45. Approved.

Q46. New Flyer requests approval to provide an 8"x15" center interior flat rear view mirror.

A46. Approved.

Q47. Clarification - High voltage requirements will require ITT Cannon plugs, all low voltage connections will be subject to our standard harnessing practices using either Weather-Pak or Deutsch connectors based on application.

A47. Approved.

Q48. New Flyer requests approval to provide a drain plug located at the radiator bottom only and not all low points.

A48. Approved.

Q49. New Flyer requests approval to provide a surge tank with one (1) graduated sight glass. The size and positioning of the surge tank does not allow for two sight glasses. A visual low coolant level sensor is also provided on the dash that will alert the driver when the coolant level becomes too low.

A49. Approved.

Q50. New Flyer requests approval to provide the following flexible synthetic rubber lines with standard crimped end fittings manufactured by Manuli Rubber Industries and Aeroquip.

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Equator 1 (EQ1) / Equator 2 (EQ2) / 2807 PTFE / GH100, to accommodate the different ratings as required.

New Flyer requests approval to provide Ideal hose clamps. Please refer to page 4 of the attached Sales Information Bulletin for additional features and benefits.

A50. Approved.

Q51. We request approval to remove the water filter as it is not longer required as advised by Cummins

A51. Denied. ACT wants a remote-mounted coolant filter as in our previous build.

Q52. New Flyer requests approval to provide Cummins DF600 air filter. Please refer to the attached documents for further clarification.

A52. Approved.

Q53. New Flyer requests approval to provide tethered screw-on cap for both the engine oil filler cap. This is a mandated change from Cummins.

A53. Denied. ACT wants an oil filler pipe with a hinged, spring-loaded cap which, is available through Cummins.

Q54. New Flyer requests approval to provide a total of four (4) 2.5" round LED lights in the Engine compartment.

A54. Approved.

Q55. New Flyer requests approval to provide a drive shaft from Prop Shaft Supply as shown in the attached drawing.

A55. Approved.

Q56. New Flyer requests approval to provide the front and rear M.A.N. axles with "Unitized", non-serviceable, maintenance free grease filled wheel bearings. Oil seals are not an available option on the front M.A.N. axles we are proposing.

A56. Approved.

Q57. New Flyer does not provide "hubcaps" as they have been integrated into the MAN axle. We request approval.

A57. Approved.

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Q58. New Flyer requests approval to delete the requirement of Sway Bars. The proposed bus suspension has been designed for a smooth ride at lower, moderate and high speeds. We, at this time feels that adding an anti-sway bar to any axle is unwarranted. There is no testing to suggest that adding a bar is beneficial.

A58. Approved.

Q59. New Flyer requests approval to provide a fuel tank constructed of cross-linked polyethylene which still contains the necessary baffles required to control the moving of the liquid inside the tank.


A59. Approved.

Q60. New Flyer requests approval to provide flexible fuel and air lines which are manufactured by Manuli and come equipped with plated steel fittings.

A60. Approved.

Q61. New Flyer would like to delete this requirement as this is not an available option on Xcelsior. The use of this type of port is redundant on the Xcelsior as all data can be gathered using standard diagnostic ports.

A61. Approved.

Q62. New Flyer would like to clarify that we use Knorr Calipers on all disc brakes which come labeled as per requirements.

A62. Approved.

Q63. New Flyer requests approval to use MGM MAXI brake chambers on the front and rear axles, and Knorr brake chambers on the center axle as this is inherent to the Xcelsior design.

A63. Approved.

Q64. We request approval to provide an additional colour for air lines;

Blue = Suspension.

A64. Approved.

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Q65. New Flyer requests approval to provide front charge (i.e. tow fill) that are plumbed direct to the wet tank in the event that compressor discharge line was breached (i.e. reason for towing) which would defeat system fill.

A65. Approved.

Q66. New Flyer requests approval to provide connectors supplied by Parker Hannifin which have been chosen due to their durability in this application. Please refer to the attached drawing for further clarification.

A66. Denied. The requested fitting is a common fitting for ACT’s entire bus fleet, along with the fittings in our maintenance shop areas.

Q67. New Flyer discourages nipples and filling individual reservoir from underside as there is risk of collecting debris and blowing it into air system. We would like to propose the same configuration as on previous builds. Please refer to the attached drawing for furhter clarification.

A67. Approved.

Q68. This section is contradicting where belt driven refers to non electric and hermetic refers to electric. New Flyer would like to clarify that we will be offering our standard, non-electric HVAC system.

A68. Approved. ACT accepts the offer of the NF standard, non-electric HVAC system.

Q69. New Flyer would like to clarify that once engine coolant is at 160° F, this can be attained.

A69. Approved.

Q70. New Flyer would like to clarify that no vents are available for direct air onto window, however indirect air can be provided through existing vents in front and behind of driver.

A70. Approved.

Q71. New Flyer requests approval to provide a fresh air vent in the area of the driver's feet. The design of our front mask precludes an upper air vent from being provided.

A71. Approved.

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Q72. New Flyer requests approval to provide roof ventilators supplied by Transpec Worldwide as per previous builds. Please refer to the attached drawing for further clarification.

A72. Approved.

Q73. We request approval to provide Our patented self contained, modular Flip Type ramp that is stored in a stainless steel box mounted into the floor of the bus. The non-skid, 3/16 inch thick aluminum ramp platform has a clear width of 32.25 inches, a length of 47.6 inches and is rated at 660 lbs. with a deployment angle ratio of 1:7. The ramp exceeds ADA requirements.


A73. Approved.

Q74. New Flyer requests approval to provide the Douglas model 9204 steering column, which has a tilt range of 42 degrees from the upper most point to the lowest tilt point and telescopes approx. 2 inches. The low end adjustment measured from the driver's platform shall be 31 inches (787 mm), extending to 33 inches (838 mm). We can provide a steering column with 2 separate tilt locations as seen in attachment provided.

A74. Approved.

Q75. New Flyer requests approval to provide a Vehicle Improvement Products steering wheel which is a 20" in diameter two spoke injection molded PVC with finger grip steering wheel. Please refer to the attached drawing for additional clarification.

A75. Denied. ACT wants a 22’ three-spoke steering wheel as in previous build.

Q76. New Flyer published bus service manuals will contain information on all components however, for major components such as but not limited to Engine, Transmission, HVAC, OEM component supplier technical manuals will be purchased and supplied.

A76. Approved.

Q77. While New Flyer provides troubleshooting information both in the Bus Service Manuals and the purchased OEM component supplier published manuals, the majority of the troubleshooting is performed on the bus using the PLC system program.

A77. Approved.

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Q78. New Flyer Bus Service Manuals will not contain part numbers. Part numbers will be included within the Bus Parts Manuals.

A78. Approved.

Q79. New Flyer Bus Service Manuals contain some structural information however, for detailed information required to perform reconstruction due to major accident it is recommended that AC Transit contact Our Technical Services who will provide the needed information and expertise required. Detailed structural plans are not provided as they are considered as proprietary information.

A79. Approved.

Q80. The listing includes systems which are not available as OEM supplier manuals but information is included within the New Flyer Bus Service Manuals. OEM supplier manual that will be purchased and supplied are items 3, 4, 5, 6, 10 and 17.

A80. Approved.

Q81. New Flyer published Bus Parts Manuals will only contain Our part numbers for identification.

New Flyer will use industry standards as stated by the American Public Transit Association (APTA) in providing vendor cross reference information. Where the parts ordered by the customer are not received within two working days of the agreed upon time/date and a bus procured under this Contract is out-of-service due to the lack of said ordered parts, then the Contractor (New Flyer) shall provide the customer, within eight hours of verbal or written request, the original suppliers' and/or manufacturers' parts numbers, company names, addresses, telephone numbers and contact persons' names for all of the specific parts not received by the customer.

Where the Contractor (New Flyer) fails to honor this parts guaranty or parts ordered are not received within 30 (thirty) days of the agreed upon delivery date, then the Contractor (New Flyer) shall provide to the customer, within 7 (seven) days of verbal or written request, the design and manufacturing documentation for those parts manufactured by the Contractor (New Flyer) and the original suppliers' and/or manufacturers' parts numbers, company names, addresses, telephone numbers and contact persons' names for all of the specific parts not received by the customer. Contractor's (New Flyer) design and manufacturing documentation provided to the customer shall be for its sole use in regard to the buses procured under this Contract and for no other purpose.

A81. Approved.

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Q82. New Flyer does not publish custom manuals for special tools and software. Individual special tools are identified within the Bus Service Manual or OEM supplier published maintenance manuals. Diagnostic software user documentation is included with the installed software.

A82. Approved.

Q83. Draft Bus Manuals will be supplied for the first build lot of this contract only. It will be assumed that any subsequent build will be similar so only Final version manuals will be supplied. The earliest Draft Bus Manuals can be supplied is with First/Lead Bus Delivery. Final Manuals will be delivered within 60 days of receipt of Draft Manual comments on the Draft Manuals or last bus delivery, whichever occurs first.

A83. Approved.

Q84. New Flyer provides a revision service for Our published bus manuals only. It is the responsibility of each OEM component supplier to maintain / supply updates to their manuals.

Bus Parts Manuals are maintained for a period of 12 years. All other bus manuals are maintained for a period of 6 years.

Post delivery retrofit documents are created and supplied by the Our Tech Services team at time of retrofit and should be used as reference until associated bus manual revisions are provided. The retrofit documents are called Instruction to Service (ITS).

A84. Approved.

Q85. New Flyer Drawings, schematics, system layouts are not available in plastic Mylar format. They are only available in 11x17 hard copy paper output and PDF file. The PDF file is considered as a reproducible format that can be output at larger sizes by the customer if required.

Bus body framing drawings are not available to the customer. These are proprietary documents that are not released outside New Flyer. If further information is required in order to rebuild a bus due to a major accident, contact New Flyer Technical Services Group and they will assist with the proper information.

New Flyer does not supply window templates and/or drawings due to warranty concerns and proprietary design rights. Our glass manufacturer provides warranty for all OEM supplied glazing, and any outsourcing of glazing will void this warranty. Additionally, some window and glazing designs are of a proprietary nature, with precise specifications that cannot be replicated in the regular glass market.

A85. Approved.

Q86. Manufacturer requests acknowledgement that parts pricing lists are not generated. RSL will include the part number, item description, lead time and

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recommended stock quantity and price. Updates to pricing will be provided by your designated New Flyer Account Manager on an as needed basis.

A86. Approved.

Q87. New Flyer requests approval that all training be priced separately from the bus price. This will ensure proper costing regardless of the number of buses in the base order, and each subsequent delivery.

A87. Approved.

Q88. New Flyer requests approval to provide a training proposal showing pricing and number of hours for individual courses. This would allow The District the flexibility to select which courses and in what quantities are required based on their operation.

A88. Approved.

Q89. New Flyer requests clarification if the Door System Module will represent the

entrance doors, the exit doors, or both.

A89. ACT wants Exit Door Only.

Q90. New Flyer requests approval to supply the training aid within 90 days after the Contract Deliverables are approved and signed off by The Agency.

A90. Approved.

Q91. Lead times will vary per tool and some of the lead times could take up to 100 days. We request approval from AC Transit that New Flyer will ship the tools within 100 days after AC Transit has confirmed the list of tools to be ordered based off the final configuration of the bus.

A91. Approved.

Q92. New Flyer requests approval that all tooling be priced separately from the bus price. This will ensure proper costing regardless of the number of buses in the base order, and any subsequent option orders.

A92. Approved.

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Q93. New Flyer would like to clarify that we cannot offer extended warranties on components after the warranty period has started and that have been in revenue service for less than 2 years. Component suppliers do not provide extended warranties once the bus is in revenue service.

A93. Approved.

Q94. New Flyer would like to clarify that not all supplier warranties cover labor after the base bus warranty has expired.

A94. ACT would like to request a list of suppliers & coverage.

Q95. New Flyer requests approval to provide base bus warranty that begins on the acceptance date of each bus.

A95. Denied. ACT requests the warranty begin on in-service date.

Q96. New Flyer requests approval to provide body and body structure that shall consist of the components that are bolted or riveted to the structure, such as, exterior panels, interior panels, roof, ceiling, and driver’s barrier. The body and body structure are warranted to be free from defects, related defects, and to maintain structural integrity for three years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Chassis Structure, Consists of all components that are welded together to form the main frame (skeleton) and body construction, and are warranted against corrosion failure and/or fatigue failure sufficient to cause a Class 1 failure for a period of 12 (twelve) years or 500,000 miles, whichever comes first.

The floor covering will have a 12 year parts only warranty. See attached Altro/Tarabus warranty document.

A96. Approved.

Q97. New Flyer requests approval that the warranty coverage on the engine, transmission or hybrid propulsion, drive and non-drive axles will cover components only as specifed by the manufacturer's warranty documents. Please refer to the attached Cummins, Voith/ZF/Allison/BAE, MAN warranty documents for the terms and conditions.

A97. Documents are not provided.

Q98. New Flyer requests to provide the following whichever occurs first warranties:

APC - 2 years/100,000 miles

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Axles - MAN & ZF limited Warranty. The warranty covers components as specified by the manufacturer's warranty document. Please refer to the attached MAN/ZF warranty document for terms and conditions.

Brake System - 2 years/100,000 miles

Camera System - 2 years/100,000 miles

Surge Tank - 2 years/100,000 miles

Engine - Cummins Warranty. The warranty covers components as specified by the manufacturer's warranty document. Please refer to the attached Cummins warranty document for terms and conditions.

Transmission - Allison/Voith/ZF Warranty. The warranty covers components as specified by the manufacturer's warranty document. Please refer to the attached supplier warranty documents for terms and conditions.

Fire Suppression System - 2 years/100,000 miles (warranty excludes extinguishing agents)

HVAC - 3 years/unlimited miles Thermo King Warranty. The warranty covers components as specified by the manufacturer's warranty document. Please refer to the attached Thermo King warranty document for terms and conditions.

Ramp - 2 years/100,000 miles

Seating - American Seating/USSC/Recaro Warranty. The warranty covers components as specified by the manufacturer's warranty document. Please refer to the attached Supplier warranty document for terms and conditions.

Steering System - 2 years/100,000 miles

Suspension - 2 years/100,000 miles

A98. Denied. ACT requests what was stated in the RFP.

Q99. New Flyer requests approval that due to warranty repair complexity (part lead times), we cannot extend the warranty for the number of days the bus was not in revenue service (suppliers such as Cummins, Allison, BAE and Thermo King will not extend warranties to New Flyer.

A99. Approved.

Q100. New Flyer will agree to cover reasonable towing costs for the base bus warranty period time as specified in TS 8.5.2 Complete Bus. However, it should be noted that some limitations and exclusions may apply (e.g., We do not cover towing as a result of a Major Component failure or road calls/service).

New Flyer asks for this limitation due to towing is not an industry standard/non-recoverable expense and impossible to predict the cost impact during the bid stage.

A100. Please provide ACT with a list of major components.

Q101. New Flyer will perform warranty repairs when requested in an efficient and timely manner and will make every attempt to meet the 7 calendar day timeframe,

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however, due to the possible degrees of warranty repair complexity and part lead times, we cannot agree to pay liquidated damages on warranty repairs.

A101.

Q102. New Flyer agrees to reimburse the property for parts at the current published price plus taxes and handling; however, We request that handling charge be 15% and are capped at $100/claim.

We ask for this cap so that we can predict the cost impact during the bid process.

A102. Denied. ACT requests a 25% handling charge.

Q103. New Flyer requests approval to provide that all failed components must be returned within 45 calendar days from the date of failure.

This is an industry standard.

A103. ACT requests 60 calendar days.

Q104. New Flyer agrees to these terms and we kindly ask that the labor hours be determined using Our Standard Repair Time Manual (attached). If the labor hours for a particular repair are not listed in the Manual, the labor hours will be negotiated between AC Transit and New Flyer’s Regional Product Support Manager (RPSM).

New Flyer kindly asks that the labor rate be agreed to, in writing, at the beginning of coach acceptance, and fixed for a period of one year and that the warranty labor adjustment for each year not exceed the Producer Price Index (1413 Truck and Bus Bodies) for that year.

New Flyer will agree to cover reasonable towing costs for the base bus warranty period time as specified in TS 8.5.2 Complete Bus. Please provide ACT the America Standard Repair Time Manual

A104. Please provide ACT the New Flyer of America Standard Repair Time Manual.

Q105. New Flyer requests approval that if any component, unit or subsystem is repaired, rebuilt or replaced by Us or by AC Transit's personnel with the concurrence of New Flyer, the subsystem shall have the unexpired warranty period of the original subsystem.


A105. Approved.

Q106. New Flyer requests approval to provide fleet defect coverage for the limited base bus warranty period as specified in TS 8.5.2 Complete Bus and that the specified proportion of the buses delivered under this contract will be declared a fleet defect when the cumulative failure proportion reaches twenty percent (20%)

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Fleet defect warranty does not apply to normal wear-and-tear items, contract specified components, or major components such as the engine, transmission, and HVAC.

Major component manufacturers will not recognize and/or participate in fleet defect clauses, However, if the fleet defect specified percentage is reached on a major component, Proposer will fully support and shall assist AC Transit with obtaining a remedy from the major component manufacturer. If a remedy to a Fleet Defect proposed by the manufacturer is not acceptable to AC Transit, acting reasonably, Proposer shall use commercially reasonable efforts to work with the major component manufacturer to develop an alternative remedy that is acceptable to AC Transit, acting reasonably. District agrees to 20%. However, the District wants “major components” maintained in the language

A106. Denied. District agrees to 20%. However, the District wants “major

components” maintained in the language.

Q107. New Flyer requests approval that the warranty on items determined to be fleet defects shall be extended for 1 year/50,000 miles, whichever comes first.


A107. Approved.

Q108. Lead times will vary per spare and some of the lead times could take up to 120 days. For items such as: Complete ENGINE and HYBRID ASM (DRESSED, ENGINE ASM (DRESSED and the HYBRID ASM (BARE). New Flyer is requesting approval from AC Transit that New Flyer will ship the parts 120 days after AC Transit has confirmed the list of spares to be ordered based of the final configuration of the bus.

A108. Approved.

Q109. New Flyer can provide an accurate recommended stocking list (RSL) once the Bus Parts manual has been published. This ensures the items in the recommended stocking list accurately match the parts being used for the AC Transit specific bus configuration. New Flyer is proposing this RSL to be delivered to AC Transit 10 days after the Bus Parts manual has been published.

A109. Approved.

Q110. To address item 4: For parts that have been purchased within one year, New

Flyer will allow the returns with no stocking fee. All parts that are returned past one

year from the original purchase date would be subject to a New Flyer re-stocking fee.

The fee will be determined based on New Flyer’s historical demand for the specific

part that was returned. Parts returned shall be new, unused and in resellable

condition.

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A110. Approved.

Q111. New Flyer maintains all sales records reflecting price paid at the time of order and will provide upon request in excel format.

A111. Approved.

Q112. Delete entire Schedule. We will not permit software escrow agreement.

A112. Approved

Q113. The communications box being proposed (Secure Diagnostic Station-SDS) acts as a barrier between the operator and the street-side front passenger seat which precludes the need for a separate barrier. It is made of fiberglass and painted black to minimize the glare and reflections that may impact the driver’s sightline(s). Please refer to the attached information for additional clarification of what's being proposed.

A113. ACT requests the communication box be gray in color as in previous build specs.

Q114. New Flyer would like to clarify that a blind or visor will not be installed in the driver’s side window as per:

California Code of Regulations

Division 12 - Equipment of Vehicles

Chapter 4. Windshields and Mirrors

V C Section 26708 Material Obstructing or Reducing Driver x2019 s View

Material Obstructing or Reducing Driver’s View 26708

ACT requests the same black, padded, vinyl, flip-down visor as our previous build.

A114. Denied. ACT requests the same black, padded, vinyl, flip-down visor as our previous build.

Q115. New Flyer will work with AC Transit on most warranty covered repairs, but the majority of the warranty repairs should be performed by AC Transit's trained personnel with reimbursement by New Flyer. In saying this, please be advised that the following major component equipment suppliers (engine, transmission, HVAC and destination sign suppliers) mandate that all warranty repairs be performed by an authorized dealer of their components (and not New Flyer or AC Transit). If AC Transit elects to perform these repairs, without the written permission of the original equipment manufacturer, the remaining warranty coverage may be voided.

Please note that New Flyer will be available to work with the property on major equipment repairs to ensure service quality expectations are met and work is conducted in an acceptable timeframe.

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A115. Approved.

Q116. New Flyer shall reimburse AC Transit for warranty labour and parts within 60 (sixty) days of receipt of approved warranty claim and failed components.

A116. Approved.

Q117. New Flyer pricing to ACT Transit shall represent and warrant that the prices provided to the Authority are not greater than the Contractor charges to similar customers during the contractually required spare parts stocking period, and similar requirements shall be placed in all Contractor, sub-Contractor and vendor agreements

A117. Manufacturer shall reflect most favorable customer pricing for the life cycle of contract, spares and parts.

Amendments to the Federal Clauses

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Amendments to the Scope of Services

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Amendments to the Attachments

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