HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso - CC - 031-1948RESOLUTION NO. 31-48
APPROVING AND ADOPTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR
ONE SEVENTY-FIVE FOOT AERIAL LADDER TRUCK;
AND INVITING BIDS FOR THE SAME,
The City Council of the City of Burlingame does hereby
resolved and order:
That the specifications for one seventy-five foot Aerial
Ladder Truck, heretofore submitted by the Fire Commission,
attached hereto and made a part of this resolution be, and the
same are hereby approved and adopted.
It is further Resolved and Ordered that the City Clerk be
authorized and directed to immediately give notice and invite
sealed proposals or bids for the material as in the aforesaid
specifications provided and that all such sealed bids or
proposals shall be filed with the City Clerk on or before five
o'clock., p.m., August 25, 1948.
U. S .1 ri.onds,`�r,, _ layor
I, Herbert K. White, City Clerk of the City of Burling me
,
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was introduced at
a special meeting of the City Council held on August 9, 1948, and
adopted by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Dahl-Harper-Hunt-Simords-Love
NOES: COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT COUNCILMEN: None
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SPLO IFICATIONS FOR 75 FOOT AERIAL LADDER TRUCK
The engine shall have a minimum of 185 brake horsepower.
In order to carry the Aerial Ladder, this apparatus shall consist of
a ladder truck and motor on a corm. -ion chassis with wheel base and
turning radius which will permit ready operation in the streets and
at a fire.
Brakes shall be provided on all wheels.
The Aerial Ladder shall be in three sections, with a suitable raising
device so arranged that the upward movement of the ladder is rapid,
smooth and without undue swaying or vibration. It shall be equipped
with suitable control devices, and automatic safety locks. A turntable
shall be provided for revolvint; the Aerial Ladder, so arranged that
it will rotate with little resistance. The mechanism of the turntable
shall be so constructed that the platform and the Aerial Ladder can
be operated in a complete circle to enable the ladder to be out in
any position. The turntable shall be fitted with a positive lock so
as to retain it in any desired position.
The stabilizers shall be constructed so that apparatus can be moved
without raisinE. stabilizers.
The Aerial Ladder, in addition to tests specified for other ladders,
shall be designed and so powered that from a horizontal position it
will lift a weight of at least 100 pounds on the free end of the butt
ladder without lead hose or ladder pipe.
A suitable ladder pipe with a 3" lead hose and 3 way inlet connection
shall be provided, so arranged that it can be quickly attached to the
Aerial Ladder. Tips provided shall be 1�"-12"-1 3/4".
Specs. for 751 Aerial Ladder Truck--P. 2
In addition to standard lighting, there shall be 2 red flashing lights
in front and one at rear of truck with a minimum of 6" diameter lens.
The siren shall be free rolling and brake equipped.
Painting and lettering as per Burlingame Fire Department specifications.
Basic equipment about 2001 of assorted ladders.
The following equipment shall be provided:
4 pick head axes assorted.
2 electric hand lanterns.
2 crowbars.
1 door opener.
2 wall picks.
2 wire cutters with insulated handles.
1 tin roof cutter.
6 pike poles assorted lengths.
2 shovels square point.
2 pitch forks.
1 life net.
1 auto jack.
6 life belts.
2-1001 life lines --cotton for rescue work.
4 scaling ladders.
2 folding attic ladders.
2 scoop shovels.
2-50' lengths manila rope a" in diameter.
1-22" cellar pipe.
1 pull down hook and chain.
1 claw tool.
1 first aid kit (24 unit).
serial LaG�3_er Truck—P. #3
4 Gas Masks --approved type for fire department service.
1 hack saw with 12 blades.
1 cross out saw.
1 key hole saw.
1-12" stilscn wrench.
1-116" stilsor_ wrench.
2 monkey wrenches 16" and 24".
1 ball rein hauler--2 pound.
2 claw harmiers.
1 pair tin snips.
1 brace and set of bits.
3 corn brooms.
2 crops.
2 squeegies.
1-501 lens;th sash cord.
2-12 cat. water pails.
1-2" au � r.
2-3 ton jacks.
GUAIUNTUE
The ITIanufacturer will be required to _u.arantee that the condition of
said apparatus, delivered under these requirements at the expirEtion
of three (3) years from date of service will be in as good condition
as when delivered to said City of Burlingame, laith the exception of
tires, reasonable gear of the apparatus and its working; parts, and
defects caused by accidents. The rrianufacturer shall agree to repair,
replace and install any and all parts of the said apparatus and
eg4lipnient that ma-r prove defective during; said three (3) years of
P. #4--Specs, for 75' Aerial Ladder Truck
guarantee in strict compliance with these requirements and in a manner
satisfactory to the Chief of the Burlingame Fire Department.
The manufacturer shall further submit with his bid, an additional
guarantee or warranty covering; proponent parts of the motor, the
power plant, and the chassis in general.
The manufacturer shall furnish two (2) complete specifications of the
type of 75f Aerial Ladder Truck to be furnished together with drawirws
and other literature.
The manufacturer shall furnish two (2) complete specifications including
one certified horsepower curve.
Each bidder shall be required to submit a guaranteed delivery date.
The successful bidder will be required to post a bond of at least
30% of the bid conditioned on strict performance of contract.
NOTICE INVITING SEALED PROPOSALS
Pursuant to the specifications approved by
Resolution No. 31-48, adopted on August 9, 1948, by the City
Council of the City of Burlingame, and pursuant to said
Resolution directing; this notice, said Council hereby invites
sealed proposals or bids for one Seventy-five Foot Aerial
Ladder Truck.
Each bid shall be in accordance with specifications
and other contract document nov, on file with the City Clerk at
the City Ilall, Burlingame, California, where they may be examined
and copies obtained.
The City Council reserves the right to reject any or
all bids or waive any informality in a bid.
Said sealed proposals or bids shall be delivered to the
City Clerk at the City Hall in Burlingame not later than 5 o'clock,
p.m., on August 25, 1948.
Bids will be publicly opened and examined on Thursday,
August 26, 1948.
Dated:
Herbert e
August al. 1948 City Clerk
City of Burlingame