FIGURE 5
Data Communications Systems Levels
Information level
Multiplex level
Drivetrain level
TS 40.1 Modular Design
Design of the electrical, electronic and data communication systems shall be modular so that each electronic device, apparatus panel, or wiring bundle is easily separable from its interconnect by means of connectors.
Propulsion system wiring shall incorporate an independent wiring harness (es). Replacement of the engine/propulsion compartment wiring harness(es) shall not require pulling wires through any bulkhead or removing any terminals from the wires.
TS 41. Environmental and Mounting Requirements
The electrical system and its electronic components shall be capable of operating in the area of the vehicle in which they will be installed, as recommended in SAE J1455.
Electrical and electronic equipment shall not be located in an environme nt that will reduce the performance or shorten the life of the component or electrical system when operating within the design operating profile. No vehicle component shall generate, or be affected by, electromagnetic interference or radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) that can disturb the performance of electrical/electronic equipment as defined in SAE J1113 and UNECE Council Directive 95/54 (R 10).
The LACMTA shall follow recommendations from bus manufacturers and subsystem Suppliers regarding methods to prevent damage from voltage spikes generated from welding, jump starts, shorts, etc.
TS 41.1 Hardware Mounting
The mounting of the hardware shall not be used to provide the sole source ground, and all hardware shall be isolated from potential EMI/RFI, as referenced in SAE J1113.
All electrical/electronic hardware mounted in the interior of the vehicle shall be inaccessible to passengers and hidden from view unless intended to be viewed. The hardware shall be mounted in such a manner as to protect it from splash or spray.
72 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 All electrical/electronic hardware mounted on the exterior of the vehicle that is not designed to be installed in an exposed environment shall be mounted in a sealed enclosure.
All electrical/electronic hardware and its mounting shall comply with the shock and vibration requirements of SAE J1455.
All system components shall be easily accessible without requiring any special tools.
TS 42. General Electrical Requirements
TS 42.1 Batteries
TS 42.1.1 Low-Voltage Batteries (24V)
Four Group 31 Maintenance-Free Batteries
Batteries shall be a minimum of four absorbed glass mat thin plate pure lead technology group 31 series, heavy-duty, lead-acid, sealed top battery units for: a) engine starting (including fuel controls, electronic control units and ignition system), and b) ot her bus loads as needed, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period. Each battery shall have a purchase date no more than six months from the date of release for shipment to the LACMTA. Positive and negative terminal ends shall be the same size.
Each battery shall have a minimum of 1,000 cold cranking amps and a reserve capacity of no less than 200 minutes. Warranty shall begin at the date of bus acceptance and shall cover an unconditional 48 months.
Starting Batteries
Batteries used for starting the engine shall be located as close to the starter as possible. Starting batteries shall be protected from power loss in the event that lights or other loads are inadvertently left on, up to two hours, which would normally drain the batteries when the engine is not running. Starting with a full charge, starting batteries shall have sufficient energy to provide adequate power after a minimum of five continuous days (Master Run switch “ Off”, Master Battery switch “ On”, all lights off, LACMTA installed ITS equipment operating) without charging or engine operation to then properly start the bus.
TS 42.1.2 Battery Cables
The battery terminal ends and cables shall be color -coded with red for the primary positive, black for negativ e and another color for any intermediate voltage cables. Positive and negative battery cables shall not cross each other if at all possible, be flexible and sufficiently long to reach the batteries with the tray in the extended position without stretching or pulling on any connection and shall not lie directly on top of the batteries. Except as interrupted by the master battery switch, battery and starter wiring shall be continuous cables with connections secured by bolted terminals and shall conform to spe cification requirements of SAE Standard J1127 – Type SGT, SGX or GXL and SAE Recommended Practice J541. 2100 strand 4/0 cable or greater recommended. Battery cables shall be flexible and of sufficient length to reach the batteries when the battery tray is in the extended position without stretching or pulling on any connection or resting on top of the batteries or on the compartment floor when the tray is stowed. A diagram showing proper cable connections and interconnections shall be located in the battery enclosure. Cables shall be arranged to prevent incorrect installation. Except as interrupted by the master battery disconnect switch(s), solenoid battery cutoff and necessary bus bar(s), battery wiring shall be continuous cables with connections secured b y bolted terminals. Heavy -duty battery cables shall not be bent in a radius which stresses insulation and promotes propagation of cracking.
TS 42.1.3 Jump Start
Jump-Start Connector
Independently wired quick connect -disconnect receptacles (one for systems which use a battery equalizer) shall be provided. Connections to jump start connector assembly(s) shall be made through 4/0 cables to the 73 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 respective battery circuit. Female receptacles equipped with approximately one- foot 2/0 pigtail cables shall be provided, which are spliced with 4/0 cables that lead to the battery circuit. One 12-volt (if not an equalizer equipped system), and one 24 -volt, female labeled receptacles shall be provided to boost start the bus. The receptacles shall be designed to prevent incorrect c onnection of the LACMTA’s jumper cable(s) and shall be provided with protective cover attached with a lanyard. The receptacle(s) shall be located on the curbside rear corner of the bus for convenient jumper cable connection, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. The receptacle(s) must be labeled. Cables used shall not be bent is such a manner that the radius places stresses on the cable insulation, promoting propagation of cracks.
TS 42.1.4 Battery Compartment
The battery compartment shall prevent ac cumulation of water and debris on top of the batteries and shall be vented and self-draining. It shall be accessible only from the outside of the vehicle. All components within the battery compartment, and the compartment itself, shall be protected from da mage or corrosion from the electrolyte. The inside surface of the battery compartment’s access door shall be electrically insulated, as required, to prevent the battery terminals from shorting on the door if the door is damaged in an accident or if a battery comes loose. Battery enclosure, including access door or cover, shall be constructed of fiberglass, suitable plastic material, or stainless steel.
The battery quick disconnect access door shall be identified with a decal.
The battery hold-down bracket shall be constructed of a non-metallic material (plastic or fiberglass).
This access door shall not require any special locking devices to gain access to the switch. The door shall be flush-fitting and incorporate a spring tensioner or equal to retain the door in a closed position when not in use.
The batteries shall be securely mounted on a self -draining stainless steel or other non-corrosive material tray that can accommodate the size and weight of the batteries without deformation. The battery tray shall pull out easily and properly support the batteries while they are being serviced. The tray shall allow each battery cell to be easily serviced and filled. A locking device shall retain the battery tray to the stowed position. A maximum of four batteries shall be securely mounted on each heavy-duty battery tray which shall accommodate the battery system. Tray(s) shall pull out on heavy -duty rollers or swing out easily from outside the bus for service, inspection, and replacement.
If not located in the engine compartment, the same fire -resistant properties must apply to the battery compartment. Sparking devices shall not be located within the battery box.
TS 42.1.5 Auxiliary Electronic Power Supply
If required, gel-pack, or any form of sealed (non-venting) batteries used for auxiliary power are allowed to be mounted on the interior of the vehicle if they are contained in an enclosed, non -airtight compartment and accessible only to maintenance personnel. This compartment shall contain a warning label prohibiting the use of vented lead-acid batteries.
TS 42.1.6 Master Battery Switch
A single master switch shall be provided near the battery compartment for disconnecting of all battery positives (12- and 24 volts), except for safety devices such as the fire suppression system and other systems as specified. The location of the master battery switch shall be clearly identified on the exterior access panel, be accessible in less than 10 seconds for deactivation and prevent corrosion from fumes and battery acid when the batteries are washed off or are in normal service.
Turning the master switch “Off” with the PPA/PPU operating shall shut off the engine /PPU and shall not damage any component of the electrical system. The master battery switch shall be capable of carrying and interrupting the total circuit load. Master battery switch shall be capable of being locked in the Open or Off position.
74 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 Single Switch
The batteries shall be equipped with a single switch for disconnecting both 12- and 24 volt power.
Solenoid Battery Cutoff
A low voltage disconnect(s) shall be provided to monitor the battery bank voltage. When the voltage drops below the disconnect voltage, the device(s) opens the solenoid(s), removing power from all parasitic 12 - and 24 volts loads that cannot be disconnected through the Master Battery Switch, ensuring that the batteries will maintain the ability to start the bus after being parked for extended periods of up to two months. A toggle switch for overriding automatic operation of Solenoid Battery Cutoff shall be provided.
TS 42.1.7 Low-Voltage Generation and Distribution
The low-voltage generating system shall properly charge batteries with a low state of charge and maintain the state of charge on fully charged batteries. When the vehicle is at standard idle the total low voltage generator load shall not exceed 60 percent of the low voltage generator nameplate rating. The Contractor shall estimate the parasitic loads during the initial stage of the bus design and shall submit a draft report to LACMTA at the Pre-Production meetings. A final report shall be submitted during the Pilot Bus configuration audit. The report shall include:
• Nominal current draw of each 12- and 24 volt system and subsystem • Calculations of parasitic loads in sleep mode, including LACMTA installed equipment • The estimated battery discharge time before Low Voltage Disconnect is activated Voltage monitoring and over-voltage output protection (recommended at 32 volt) shall be provided.
Dedicated power and ground shall be provided as specified by the component or system manufacturer.
Cabling to the equipment must be sized to supply the current requirements of heavy -duty systems with no greater than a five percent voltage drop across the length of the cable. Cables with bolted connections shall also meet requirements of SAE J541 for heavy-duty applications.
TS 42.1.8 Circuit Protection
All branch circuits, except battery -to-starting motor and battery -to-generator/alternator circuits, shall be protected by current -limiting devices such as circuit breakers, fuses or solid state devices sized to the requirements of the circuit. Electronic c ircuit protection for the cranking motor shall be provided to prevent engaging of the motor for more than 30 seconds at a time to prevent overheating. The circuit breakers or fuses shall be easily accessible for authorized personnel.
Fuses shall be used only where it can be demonstrated that circuit breakers are not practical. This requirement applies to in-line fuses supplied by either the Contractor or a Supplier. Fuse holders shall be constructed to be rugged and waterproof. All manual reset circuit breakers critical to the operation of the bus shall be mounted in a location convenient to the LACMTA mechanic with visible indication of open circuits. LACMTA shall consider the application of automatic reset circuit breakers on a case -by-case basis. The Co ntractor shall show all in - line fuses in the final harness drawings. Any manually resettable circuit breakers shall provide a visible indication of open circuits.
Circuit breakers or fuses shall be sized to a minimum of 15 percent larger than the total cir cuit load. The current rating for the wire used for each circuit must exceed the size of the circuit protection being used.
TS 42.2 Grounds
The battery shall be grounded to the vehicle chassis/frame at one location only, as close to the batteries as possible. When using a chassis ground system, the chassis shall be grounded to the frame in multiple locations, evenly distributed throughout the vehicle to eliminate ground loops. No more than three ground ring/spade terminal connections shall be made per ground stud. Electronic equipment requiring an isolated 75 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 ground to the battery (i.e., electronic ground) shall not be grounded through the chassis. Redundant grounds shall be provided for all electrical equipment except where it can be demonstrated that they are not fea sible or practical. Grounds shall not be carried through hinges, bolted joints (unless they are specifically designed as electrical connectors), or power plant mountings . Ground shall be installed in accordance with SAE J1908, Electrical Grounding Practice.
Buses shall include grounding straps mounted under the bus near both front and rear axle areas to dissipate any static electric charge that may accumulate on the buses during use.
TS 42.3 Low Voltage/Low Current Wiring and Terminals
All power and ground wiring shall conform to specification requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J1127, J1128 and J1292 for type GXL and SXL wiring. Double insulation shall be maintained as close to the junction box, electrical compartment or terminals as possible. The requiremen t for double insulation shall be met by wrapping the harness with plastic electrical tape or by sheathing all wires and harnesses with non - conductive, rigid or flexible conduit. All wires for electrical components and terminations, either at the harness level or individual wires, including bus controls, A/C, engine, transmission, and door systems, with the exception of battery cables, shall be labeled, stamped or color -coded in a fashion that allows unique identification at a spacing not exceeding four inches. All exposed wiring connections for power and ground shall be protected against corrosion by application of an anti-corrosive paste.
Wiring harnesses shall not contain wires of different voltage classes unless all wires within the harness are insulated for the highest voltage present in the harness. Kinking, grounding at multiple points, stretching, and exceeding minimum bend radius shall be prevented.
Strain-relief fittings shall be provided at all points where wiring enters electrical compartments. G rommets or other protective material shall be installed at points where wiring penetrates metal structures outside of electrical enclosures. Wiring supports shall be protective and non-conductive at areas of wire contact and shall not be damaged by heat, water, solvents or chafing.
To the extent practicable, wiring shall not be located in environmentally exposed locations under the vehicle.
Wiring and electrical equipment necessarily located under the vehicle shall be insulated from water, heat, corrosion and mechanical damage. Where feasible, front to rear electrical harnesses should be installed above the window line of the vehicle.
All Bus OEM attributed wiring harnesses over five feet long and containing at least five wires shall include 10 percent (minimum one wire) excess wires for spares. This requirement for spare wires does not apply to data links and communication cables. A minimum of 50 percent of the spare wire shall be the same size as the largest wire in the harness excluding the battery cables . Wiring harness length shall allow a minimum of four inches service loop to permit end terminals to be replaced twice without pulling, stretching or replacing the wire.
Crimp on terminals shall use a clear heat shrinkable sleeve that seals the connection and improves the pull out resistance of the termination. Terminals shall be crimped to the wiring according to the connector manufacturer’s recommendations for techniques and tools. All cable connectors shall be locking type, keyed and sealed, unless encl osed in watertight cabinets or vehicle interior. Pins shall be removable, crimp contact type, of the correct size and rating for the wire being terminated. Unused pin positions shall be sealed with sealing plugs. Adjacent connectors shall either use differ ent inserts or different insert orientations to prevent incorrect connections.
Terminals shall be crimped, corrosion -resistant and full ring type or interlocking lugs with insulating ferrules.
When using pressure type screw terminal strips, only stranded wire shall be used. Insulation clearance shall ensure that wires have a minimum of “visible clearance” and a maximum of two times the conductor diameter or 1/16 inch, whichever is less. When using shielded or coaxial cable, upon stripping of the insulation , the 76 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 metallic braid shall be free from frayed strands that can penetrate the insulation of the inner wires. Individual slip-on “spade” or “blade” type connectors are acceptable on a case-by-case basis.
Ultra-sonic and T -splices may be used with 7 AWG or s maller wire. When a T -splice is used, it shall meet these additional requirements:
• It shall include a mechanical clamp in addition to solder on the splice. • The wire shall support no mechanical load in the area of the splice. • The wire shall be supported to prevent flexing.
All splicing shall be staggered in the harness so that no two splices are positioned in the same location within the harness. Wiring harnesses shall include labeling for harness part number, connector identification and splice locations.
Wiring located in the engine compartment shall be routed away from high -heat sources or shielded and/or insulated from temperatures exceeding the wiring and connector operating requirements.
The instrument panel and wiring shall be easily accessible for service from the driver’s seat or top of the panel.
The instrument panel shall be separately removable and replaceable without damaging the instrument panel or gauges. Wiring shall have sufficient length and be routed to permit service without stretching or c hafing the wires.
TS 42.4 Electrical Components
All electrical components, including switches, relays, flashers and circuit breakers, shall be heavy-duty designs with either a successful history of application in heavy -duty vehicles or design specifications for an equivalent environment. To the extent practical, these components shall be designed to last the service life of the Bus and shall be replaceable in less than 5 minutes by an LACMTA mechanic. Sockets for plug-in components, such as relays and circuit break ers, shall be keyed for proper installation and alignment. Plug -in components shall be positively retained in sockets.
All electric motors shall be heavy-duty brushless type where practical, and have a continuous duty rating of no less than 40,000 hours (e xcept cranking motors, washer pumps and wiper motors). Electric motors shall be located for easy replacement and shall be replaceable in less than 30 minutes by an LACMTA mechanic.
Location of electronic modules shall be reviewed for environmental suitability such as heat, water, vibrations, contamination from dust and debris, and other electrical equipment. The system including modules, external wire, connectors, and data bus wiring shall be designed to operate under LACMTA’s Design Operating Profile.
All electrical components including relays and circuit breakers must remain unaffected while bus is operated in up to 15 inches of standing water.
TS 42.5 Electrical Compartments
All relays, co ntrollers, flashers, circuit breakers and other electrical components shall be mounted in easily accessible electrical compartments. All compartments exposed to the outside environment shall be corrosion - resistant and sealed to prevent moisture from normal sources, including engine compartment cleaning, reaching the electrical components and circuits in each box. The components and their functions in each electrical compartment shall be identified and their location recorded on a schematic drawing permanent ly attached to the inside of the access panel or door. The drawing shall be protected from oil, grease, fuel and abrasion. Electrical compartment fires shall not propagate outside the box.
The front compartment shall be completely serviceable from the driv er’s seat, vestibule or from the outside. “Rear start and run” controls shall be mounted in an accessible location in the engine compartment and shall be protected from the environment.
77 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 TS 43. General Electronic Requirements
If an electronic component has an inte rnal real-time clock, it shall provide its own battery backup to monitor time when battery power is disconnected, and/or it may be updated by a network component. If an electronic component has an hour meter, it shall record accumulated service time without relying on battery backup.
Suppliers shall ensure that their electronic equipment is self-protecting in the event of shorts in the cabling, and also in over -voltage (over 32V DC on a 24V DC nominal voltage rating with a maximum of 50V DC) and reverse polarity conditions. If an electronic component is required to interface with other components, it shall not require external pull -up and/or pull-down resistors. Where this is not possible, the use of a pull -up or pull- down resistor shall be limited as much as possible and easily accessible, shielded, and labeled.
TS 43.1 Wiring and Terminals
Kinking, grounding at multiple points, stretching and reducing the bend radius below the manufacturer’s recommended minimum shall not be permitted. The load side shall have a minimum of 18 gage load transfer wire.
Individual slip -on “spade” or “blade” type connectors are acceptable on a case -by-case basis during Pre - Production meeting review.
TS 43.1.1 Discrete I/O (Inputs/Outputs)
All wiring to I/O devices, either at the harness level o r individual wires, shall be labeled, stamped or color - coded in a fashion that allows unique identification at a spacing not exceeding four inches. Wiring for each I/O device shall be bundled together. If the I/O terminals are the same voltages, then jumpe rs may be used to connect the common nodes of each I/O terminal.
TS 43.1.2 Shielding
All wiring that requires shielding shall meet the following minimum requirements. A shield shall be generated by connecting to a ground, which is sourced from a power distribution bus bar or chassis. A shield shall be connected at one location only, typically at one end of the cable. However certain standards or special requirements, such as SAE J1939 or RF applications, have separate shielding techniques that also shall be used as applicable.
When using shielded or coaxial cable, upon stripping of the insulation, the metallic braid shall be free from frayed strands, which can penetrate the insulation of the inner wires. To prevent the introduction of noise, the shield shall not be connected to the common side of a logic circuit.
TS 43.1.3 Communications
The data network cabling shall be selected and installed according to the selected protocol requirements. The physical layer of all network communication systems shall not be used for any purpo se other than communication between the system components, unless provided for in the network specifications.
Communications networks that use power line carriers (e.g., data modulated on a 24 volt-power line) shall meet the most stringent applicable wiring and terminal specifications.
Mounting and electrical provisions shall be provided to allow LACMTA installation of existing Fleetwatch JX -55 Vehicle Interface Module in the Operator’s area, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period. A separate J1708 and J1939 interface connector shall be provided inside the ITS enclosure for connection to the existing LACMTA’s JX-55 device.
78 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 TS 43.1.4 Radio Frequency (RF)
RF components, such as radios, video devices, cameras, global positioning systems (GPS), etc ; shall use coaxial or approved cable to carry the signal. All RF systems require special design consideration for losses along the cable. Connectors shall be minimized, since each connector and crimp has a loss that will attribute to attenuation of the signal. Cabling should allow for the removal of antennas or attached electronics without removing the installed cable between them. If this cannot be done, then a conduit of sufficient size shall be provided for ease of attachment of antenna and cable assembly. The corre sponding component vendors shall be consulted for proper application of equipment, including installation of cables.
TS 43.1.5 Audio
Cabling used for microphone level and line level signals shall be 22 AWG minimum with shielded twisted pair.
Cabling used for amplifier level signals shall be 18 AWG minimum.
TS 44. Multiplexing
TS 44.1 General
The primary purpose of the multiplexing system is control of components necessary to operate the vehicle.
This is accomplished by processing information from input devices and controlling outpu t devices through the use of an internal logic program.
Versatility and future expansion shall be provided for by expandable system architecture. The multiplex system shall be capable of accepting new inputs and outputs through the addition of new modules and/or the utilization of existing spare inputs and outputs. All like components in the multiplex system shall be modular and interchangeable with self -diagnostic capabilities. The modules shall be easily accessible for troubleshooting electrical failures and performing system maintenance. Multiplex input/output modules shall use solid -state devices to provide extended service life and individual circuit protection.
Ten percent of the total number of inputs and outputs, or at least one each for each voltage type utilized (0V, 12V, and 24V), at each module location shall be designated as spares.
TS 44.2 System Configuration
Multiplexing may either be distributed or centralized. A distributed system shall process information on multiple control modules within the network. A centralized system shall process the information on a single control module. Either system shall consist of several modules connected to form a control network.
TS 44.2.1 I/O Signals
The input/output for the multiplex system may contain three types of electrical signals: discrete, analog or serial data.
Discrete signals shall reflect the on/off status of switches, levers, limit switches, lights, etc. Analog signals shall reflect numerical data as represented by a voltage signal (0 -12V, 10-24V, etc.) or current signal (4 -20 mA).
Both types of analog signals shall represent the status of variable devices such as rheostats, potentiometers, temperature probes, etc. Serial data signals shall reflect ASCII or alphanumeric data used in the communication between other on-board components.
TS 45. Data Communications
TS 45.1 General
All data communication networks shall be either in accordance with a nationally recognized interface standard, such as those published by SAE, IEEE or ISO, or shall be published to the LACMTA with the following minimum information:
79 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 • Protocol requirements for all timing issues (bit, byte, packet, inter -packet timing, idle line timing, etc.) packet sizes, error checking and transport (bulk transfer of data to/from the device). • Data definition requirements that ensure access to diagnostic information and performance characteristics.
• The capability and procedures for uploading new application or configuration data. • Access to revision levels of data, application software and firmware. • The capability and procedures for uploading new firmware or application software. • Evidence that applicable data shall be broadcast to the network in an efficient manner such that the overall network integrity is not compromised.
Any electronic vehicle components used on a network shall be conformance tested to the corresponding network standard.
TS 45.2 Drivetrain Level
Drivetrain components, consisting of the engine, transmission, retarder, anti -lock braking system and all other related components, shall be integrated and communicate ful ly with respect to vehicle operation with data using SAE Recommended Communications Protocols such as J1939 and/or J1708/J1587 with forward and backward compatibilities or other open protocols.
TS 45.2.1 Diagnostics, Fault Detection and Data Access
Drivetrain performance, maintenance and diagnostic data, and other electronic messages shall be formatted and transmitted on the communications networks.
The drivetrain level shall have the ability to record abnormal events in memory and provide diagnostic codes and other information to service personnel. At a minimum, this network level shall provide live/fail status, current hardware serial number, software/data revisions and uninterrupted timing functions. The communication port(s) shall be located in the Operator’s area , Engine Compartment Control Panel, and ITS Enclosure area, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 45.2.2 Programmability (Software)
The drivetrain level components shall be programmable by LACMTA with limitations as specified by the sub - system Supplier.
TS 45.3 Multiplex Level
TS 45.3.1 Data Access
Diagnostic and status information shall be made available via a communication port on the multiplex system.
The location of the communication port shall be easily accessible in side or adjacent to the ITS Enclosure subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
A J1708 hardware gateway shall be included to interface with the ATMS wireless communications system for transmittal of diagnostic fault codes from multiplex and drivetrain systems.
TS 45.3.2 Diagnostics and Fault Detection
The multiplex system shall have a proven method of determining its status (system health and input/output status) and detecting either active (online) or inactive (offline) faults through the use of on -board visual/audible indicators.
In addition to the indicators, the system shall employ an advanced diagnostic and fault detection system, which shall be accessible via either a personal computer or a handheld unit. Either unit shall have the ability to check logic function. T he diagnostic data can be incorporated into the information level network or the central data access system.
80 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 TS 45.3.3 Programmability (Software)
The multiplex system shall have security provisions to protect its software from unwanted changes. This shall be achieved through any or all of the following procedures:
• Password protection.
• Limited distribution of the configuration software.
• Limited access to the programming tools required to change the software. • Hardware protection that prevents undesired changes to the software.
Provisions for programming the multiplex system shall be possible through a PC or laptop. The multiplex system shall have proper revision control to ensure that the hardware and software are identical on each vehicle equipped with the system. Revision control shall be provided by all of the following:
• Hardware component identification where labels are included on all multiplex hardware to identify components.
• Hardware series identification where all multiplex hardware displays the current hardware serial number and firmware revision employed by the module.
• Software revision identification where all copies of the software in service displays the most recent revision number.
• A method of determining which version of the software is currently in use in the multiplex system.
Revision control labels shall be electronic.
TS 45.4 Electronic Noise Control
Electrical and electronic sub -systems and components on all buses shall not emit electro magnetic radiation that will interfere with on -board systems, components or equipment, telephone service, radio or TV reception or violate regulations of the Federal Communications Commission.
Electrical and electronic sub-systems on the Buses shall not be affected by external sources of RFI/EMI. This includes, but is not limited to, radio and TV transmission, portable electronic devices including computers in the vicinity of/or on board the buses, AC or DC power lines, and RFI/EMI emissions from other vehicles.
DRIVER PROVISIONS, CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTATION (TS 46-TS 49) TS 46. Driver’s Area Controls
TS 46.1 General
In general, when designing the driver’s area, it is recommended that SAE J833, “Human Physical Dimensions,” be used.
Switches and controls shall be divided into basic groups and assigned to specific areas, (Refer to Table 9), in conformance with SAE Recommended Practice J680, Revised 1988, “Location and Operation of Instruments and Controls in Motor Truck Cabs,” and be essentially within the hand reach envelo pe described in SAE Recommended Practice J287, “Driver Hand Control Reach”.
All controls (switches, pushbuttons, knobs, etc.) and indicators shall be labeled and lighted for optimum visibility in all operating conditions. Switches and controls shall be erg onomically placed in a manner which prevents accidental operation. Knobs shall be securely mounted and affixed to preclude loosening. The side console shall be insulated to IP56 level of protection to prevent ingress of water into the components of the panel.
All controls, indicators, and signals necessary for the operation of the bus shall be conveniently positioned in the Operator's area in one of the following locations.
81 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 • Front Console Panel.
• Side Console (located on left side of the Operator).
• Floor Mounted.
TS 46.2 Glare
The driver’s work area shall be designed to minimize glare to the extent possible. Objects within and adjacent to this area shall be matte black or dark gray in color wherever possible to reduce the reflection of light onto the windshield. The use of polished metal and light -colored surfaces within and adjacent to the driver’s area shall be avoided.
TS 46.3 Visors/Sun Shades
A sun visor and scissor type sun shade/screen shall be provided to maximize driver’s visibility.
Front and Side Window Sun Shade/Visor
An adjustable scissor type pull down solid band sun shade shall be provided for the driver’s windshield.
Driver’s side window shall have both sun visor and scissor type sun screen.
The sun shade/screen shall be provided in accordance with the Ca lifornia Vehicle Code §26708.2 and must have a sticker or label indicating that the shade/screen should only be used by operators who possess a letter or other document signed by a licensed optometrist certifying that the person must be shaded from the sun due to a physical condition.
Sun shades/screens or visors shall be shaped or positioned to minimize light leakage between the device and windshield pillars. Sun shades/screens or visors shall store out of the way and shall not obstruct airflow from the cl imate control system or interfere with other equipment, such as the radio handset or the destination control. Deployment of the sun shades/screens or visors shall not restrict vision of the rearview mirrors. Sun shade/screen or visor construction and mater ials shall be strong enough to resist breakage during adjustments. Sun shades/screens or visors, when deployed, shall be effective in the driver’s field of view at angles more than five degrees above the horizontal. Sun shades and visors shall not be transparent.
Visor adjustments shall be made easily by hand with positive locking and releasing devices and shall not be subject to damage by over -tightening. Visors used on driver’s window shall extend across the entire width of window and cover a minimum of six inches when flipped down.
For driver’s window, scissor type sun shades/screens shall have minimum 35 percent light transmittance and shall be capable of being lowered to the midpoint of the driver’s window. When deployed, the shade/screen shall be secu re, stable and shall not rattle, sway or intrude into the driver’s field -of-view due to the motion of the Bus or as a result of air movement. Once lowered, the shade/screen shall remain in the lowered position until returned to the stowed position by the driver.
TS 46.4 Driver’s Controls
Frequently used controls must be in easily accessible locations. These include the door control, kneel control, windshield wiper/washer controls, ramp, and lift and run switch. Any switches and controls necessary for the safe operation of the bus shall be conveniently located and shall provide for ease of operation. They shall be identifiable by shape, touch and permanent markings. Controls also shall be located so that passengers may not easily tamper with control settings.
All panel-mounted switches and controls shall be marked with easily read identifiers. Graphic symbols shall conform to SAE Recommended Practice J2402, “Road Vehicles – Symbols For Controls, Indicators, and Tell Tales,” where available and applicable. Color of switches and controls shall be dark, or red for emergency use, with contrasting typography or symbols.
82 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 Mechanical switches and controls shall be replaceable, and the wiring at these controls shall be serviceable from a convenient location. Switches, controls and instruments shall be dust- and water-resistant.
TS 46.5 Normal Bus Operation Instrumentation and Controls The following list identifies bus controls used to operate the bus. These controls are either frequently used or critical to the operation of the bus. They shall be located within easy reach of the Operator. The Operator shall not be required to stand or turn to view or actuate these controls unless specified otherwise.
Systems or components monitored by onboard diagnostics system shall be displayed in clear view of the Operator and provide visual and/or audible indicators. The intensity of indicators shall permi t easy determination of on/off status in bright sunlight but shall not cause a distraction or visibility problem at night. All indicators shall be illuminated using backlighting.
The instrument display monitor shall be LCD color touch screen that displays safety related information in a large easy to read gauge or graphic format. LACMTA prefers a system which incorporates the instruments, and diagnostics.
Wherever possible, sensors shall be of the closed circuit type so that failure of the circuit and/or s ensor shall activate the malfunction indicator.
The indicator panel shall be located in Area 1 or Area 5, within easy view of the operator instrument panel. All indicators shall have a method of momentarily testing their operation. The audible alarm shall be tamper - resistant and shall have an outlet level between 80 and 83 dBA when measured at the location of the Operator’s ear.
On-board displays visible to the Operator shall be limited to indicating the status of those functions described herein that are n ecessary for the operation of the bus. All other indicators needed for diagnostics and their related interface hardware shall be concealed and protected from unauthorized access. Table 9 represents instruments and alarms. The intent of the overall physical layout of the indicators shall be in a logical grouping of systems and severity nature of the fault.
Gauges shall be readable in all direct or reflected sunlight conditions. All lighting in the dash area shall be a red, orange or blue color, clear incandescent, or an approved equal. No unlit dash markings shall be permitted.
Space shall be provided on the panel for future additions of no less than five spare indicators as the capability of onboard diagnostic systems improves.
TABLE 9 (Transit Bus)
Transit Bus Instruments and Alarms
No. Device Description Location Function Visual/
Audible
Instruments
1. Air pressure
gauge
Air Brake Reservoir gauge(s) 0-150
psi range- Accuracy ± 3.5% at cut-
out pressure, 10 psi increments, 2-
inch minimum. Green needle for
Primary system and Red needle for
Secondary system
Dash zone 2 Visual indication of primary and
secondary air systems
Red Light
and buzzer
2. Destination sign
interface
Destination sign interface panel In approved
location on head
sign door
Facilitates driver interaction with
destination sign system, manual
entry
LCD display
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Transit Bus Instruments and Alarms
No. Device Description Location Function Visual/
Audible
3. Farebox
interface/ OCU
Farebox Bus operator interface
panel
Near farebox Facilitates driver interaction with
farebox system
LCD display
4. Mobile data
terminal/ATMS
Mobile data terminal Bus operator
interface panel
Above operators
left
Facilitates driver interaction with
communication system and master
log-on
LCD display
with visual
status and
text
messages
5. Speedometer Speedometer 0-75 mph range - with
odometer, and diagnostic capability,
5-mile increments. Accuracy ± 2
mph. Unit shall be installed so as to
be easily readable by the operator.
Dash zone 2 Visual indication of speed and
distance traveled, accumulated
vehicle mileage, fault condition
display
Visual
Controls
1. Automatic Fire
Suppression
System (AFSS)
Manual
Discharge
Red push button with protective
cover
Side console or
dash zone 1
Permits driver to override and
manually discharge fire suppression
system
Red light
2. AFSS Shutdown
over ride
Momentary push button Over operator’s
left
Restarts the engine shutdown timer
each time the switch is pressed
3. Auxiliary power 12-volt power receptacle Radio
Compartment
Power diagnostic equipment
4. Dash panel lights Rotary rheostat or stepping switch Side Console or Dash zone 1
Provides adjustment for light
intensity in night run position
5. Defroster fan Rotary, minimum three-position with
detent
Side console or
Dash zone 1
Permits defroster fan: off, low,
medium or high
6. Defroster
temperature
Variable position Side console or
Dash zone 1
Adjusts defroster water flow and
temperature
7. Diagnostic test
port- front
SAE data port Operator’s area
subject to
approval
J1708 and J1939 communications
ports
8. Drive selector Touch panel switch Side console or
right front dash
Provides selection of propulsion:
forward, reverse and neutral
Gear
selection
9. Driver’s
ventilation
Infinitely variable speed Side console or
Dash zone 1
Permits supplemental ventilation
with infinitely variable speed fan
10. Engine run, rear Three-position switch Engine
compartment
control panel
Permits running engine from rear
start, normal front run position and
off
Amber light
on dash
11. Engine shutdown
override
Momentary switch with operation
protection
Side console Permits driver to override auto
engine shutdown
12. Engine start,
front
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Transit Bus Instruments and Alarms
No. Device Description Location Function Visual/
Audible
13. Engine start, rear Approved momentary switch Engine compartment
control panel
Activates engine starter motor
Starter switch marked "START"
shall operate the starter motor only
when the rear run switch is in the
"REAR" position and transmission
is in neutral, and fuel fill door is
closed. The Operators start button
shall be deactivated when the Rear
Run Switch is in “REAR” Position
14. Exterior Door
Switch
Key Switch Switch shall be
located behind
an exterior
access door near
the front curb
side of the Bus a
minimum of 45
inches above the
ground.
Allows operator to close/open, and
lock/unlock the front door from
outside the bus
15. Farebox Lighting
Bypass Switch
Switch, ON-OFF Side console Controls farebox light
16. Fast idle Two-position switch Side console Selects high idle speed of engine
17. Front door ramp Three-position momentary switch Dash zone 3 or 5 Permits deploy and stow of front ramp
Red light
18. Front door
ramp/kneel
enable
Two-position switch Dash zone 5 Permits ramp and kneel activation from front door area, key required
Red dash
indicator
Exterior
alarm and
Amber light
19. Front kneel Three-position momentary switch Dash zone 3 or 5 Permits kneeling activation and raise and normal at front door
remote location
Amber or red
dash
indicator. Ext
alarm and
Amber light
20. Gas Detection
System (GDS)
Shutdown over
ride
Momentary push button Over operator’s
left
Restarts the engine shutdown timer
each time the switch is pressed
21. Hazard flashers Two-position switch Side console Activates emergency flashers Two green lights and
Click
22. High beam Push button with detent Left foot panel Permits driver to go between low and high beam
Blue light
23. Horn Button Push button Button in steering
wheel
Activates horn Dual Horn
sound 410
and 500 Hz
at 110 dB
24. HVAC Switch or switches to control HVAC Side console Permits selection of passenger ventilation: off, cool, heat, low fan,
high fan or full auto with on/off only
25. Indicator/
alarm test button
Momentary switch or programming1 Permits driver to activate test of sentry, indicators and audible
alarms
All visuals
and audible
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Transit Bus Instruments and Alarms
No. Device Description Location Function Visual/
Audible
26. Interior lights Three-position switch Side console Selects mode of passenger compartment lighting: off, on,
normal
27. Left remote
mirror
Four-position type Side console Permits two-axis adjustment of left exterior mirror
28. Master door/
interlock
Two position Out of operator’s
reach behind the
destination sign
door
Permits driver override to disable
door and brake/throttle interlock
Red
light/Buzzer
29. Master run switch Rotary, four-position detent Side console Master control for bus with; “off,” “Day” run, “Night” run and “Night
Park” lights positions
30. Microphone Flexible mounting Subject to
LACMTA
approval
Permits driver to make
announcements with both hands on
the wheel and focusing on road
conditions
31. Operator's area
light switch
Switch Side console Controls operator light
32. Operator's
Heater Control
Rotary knob Dash zone 3 or 5 Controls operator heater
33. PA manual
switch
Slide switch In approved
location
Permits driver to manually activate
public address microphone
34. Park brake
release
Pneumatic PPV – Green knob Side console Permits driver to push and hold to release brakes
Green knob
35. Parking brake Pneumatic PPV –Yellow knob Side console or Dash zone 1
Permits driver to apply and release
parking brake
Red light
36. Passenger
Chime Switch
Switch, ON-OFF Side console Controls chime sound
37. Passenger door
control
Five-position handle type detent Side console,
forward
Permits open/close control of front
and rear passenger doors
38. Public Address
System, Speaker
Selector
Switch INTERIOR-BOTH-
EXTERIOR
Side console Select speaker location
39. Public Address
System, Volume
Control
Pushbutton DCM Select speaker volume
40. Remote Engine
Speed Control
Rotary rheostat or spring-loaded
toggle switch
Engine
compartment
control panel
Permits technician to raise and
lower engine RPM from engine
compartment A spring return
control Knob marked "ENGINE
SPEED" shall be provided which
will increase engine RPM from idle
to maximum controlled free speed.
The control shall be activated only
when the Rear Run Switch is in the
"REAR" position, the transmission
is in neutral and parking brake set.
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Transit Bus Instruments and Alarms
No. Device Description Location Function Visual/
Audible
41. Retarder disable Single-pole with detent Behind the destination sign
door
Permits driver override to disable
brake retardation/regeneration
Red light
42. Right remote
mirror
Four-position toggle type Side console Permits two-axis adjustment of right exterior mirror
43. Silent alarm Guarded toggle switch, NO and NC
contacts
Side console Activates emergency radio alarm at
dispatch and permits covert
microphone and/or enables
destination sign emergency
message
44. Turn signals Momentary push button (two
required) raised from other switches
Left foot panel Activates left and right turn signals Two green lights and
audible
indicator
45. Windshield
washer
Push button Side console or
Dash zone 1
Activates windshield washers
46. Windshield wiper One-variable rotary position
operating both wipers
Side console or
Dash zone 1
Variable speed control of left and
right windshield wipers
Alarms/Indicators
1. ABS indicator Detects system status Dash zone 2 Displays system failure Amber light
2. AFSS Fire
detection
Bus operator display Above operators
left
Indication of fire detection activation Buzzer and
red light fire
bell
3. AFSS Status Okay Above operators
left
Green light
4. Back-Up Intermittent sonic alarm Rear of bus Reverse gear activated alarm Beep
5. Bike rack
deployed
indicator
Detects bike rack position Dash zone 2 Indication of bike rack not being in fully stowed position
Amber or red
light. Mirror
or direct
visual
allowed.
6. Charging system
indicator (12/24
V)
Detect charging system status Dash zone 2 Detects no charge condition Solid red light and
buzzer
7. Check Engine Engine Check Dash zone 2 Amber light
8. Check
Transmission
Transmission Check Dash zone 2 Amber light
9. Door obstruction Sensing of door obstruction Dash zone 2 Indication of rear door sensitive edge activation
Red light and
buzzer
10. GDS Methane
detection
Indication of 20% LEL Above operators
left
Detects levels of methane Flashing red
at 20% LEL
11. GDS Methane
detection
Indication of 50% LEL Above operators
left
Detects levels of methane Solid red at
50% LEL
sonic horn
12. GDS Methane
detection function
Detection of system integrity Above operators
left
Detects system failure No start
condition,
amber light
13. HVAC indicator Detects system status Dash zone 2 Displays system failure Amber or red light
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Transit Bus Instruments and Alarms
No. Device Description Location Function Visual/
Audible
14. Low fuel indicator Amber light Dash zone 2 Indication of low fuel system level Amber light
15. Low system air
pressure
Sensing low primary and secondary
air tank pressure
Dash zone 2 Indication of low air system
pressure
Buzzer and
red light
16. SCR gauge Level Indicator Dash zone 2 Displays level of SCR tank and indicates with warning light when
low
Red light
17. Seat Belt
Warning
Switch on seat belt latch. Audible
alarm and red light
Dash zone 2 Indicates when seat belt is not
latched as required
Buzzer and
red light
18. Security Camera
System
Camera Fail Dash zone 2 Indicates system readiness
including hard drive installed and
system functionality.
Amber light
19. Speed Speed Dash zone 2 Indicates bus speed is less than or equal to 3 mph
Amber light
20. Stop Engine Stop Engine Dash zone 2 Buzzer and
red light
21. Stop Request Stop Requested Dash zone 2 Green light, chime
22. Warning
interlocks
deactivated
Red indicator light Dash panel
center
Illuminates to warn driver that
interlocks have been deactivated.
Red light,
sonic alarm
23. Wheelchair Stop
Request
Stop Requested Wheelchair
Chime
Amber light,
chime
TS 46.6 Driver Foot Controls
Accelerator and brake pedals shall be designed for ankle motion. Foot surfaces of the pedals and the floor adjacent to pedals shall be faced with wear -resistant, nonskid, replaceable material. Heel rest s shall be provided. All foot controls must be installed in a manner that removal can be accomplished by one mechanic working inside the bus.
TS 46.6.1 Pedal Angle
The vertical angle of the accelerator and brake pedals shall be determined from a horizontal plane regardless of the slope of the cab floor. The accelerator and brake pedals shall be positioned at an angle of 37 to 50 degrees at the point of initiation of contact and extend downward to an angle of 10 to 18 degrees at full throttle.
The location of the brake and accelerator pedals shall be determined by the manufacturer, based on space needs, visibility, lower edge of windshield, and vertical H-point.
TS 46.6.2 Pedal Dimensions and Position
The floor-mounted accelerator pedal shall be 10 to 12 inches long and three to four inches wide. Clearance around the pedal must allow for no interference precluding operation.
Pedal travel shall be limited by stops under the pedals. Contractor must provide proof that the ergonomics are appropriate before the Pilot Bus is accepted.
88 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 1 to 2 inches Between Brake and Accelerator Pedals
The accelerator and brake pedals shall be positioned such that the spacing between them, measured at the heel of the pedals, is between one and two inches. Both pedals should be located approximat ely on the same plane coincident to the surface of the pedals.
TS 46.7 Brake and Accelerator Pedals
Brake Pedal
Non-adjustable brake pedal
TS 46.8 Driver Foot Switches
Floor-Mounted Foot Control Platform
The angle of the turn signal platform shall be determined from a horizontal plane, regardless of the slope of the cab floor. The turn signal platform shall be angled at a minimum of 10 degrees and a maximum of 37 degrees.
It shall be located no closer to the seat front than the heel point of the accelerator pedal.
Contractor must provide proof that the ergonomics are appropriate before the Pilot Bus is accepted.
Turn Signal Controls
Turn signal controls shall be floor -mounted, foot-controlled, water -resistant, heavy-duty, momentary contact switches.
Foot Switch Control
The control switches for the turn signals shall be mounted on an inclined, floor -mounted stainless steel enclosure or metal plate mounted to an incline integrated into the driver’s platform, located to the left of the steering column. The location and desig n of this enclosure shall be such that foot room for the operator is not impeded. The inclined mounting surface shall be skid-resistant. All other controls, including high beam shall be in a location approved in Pre-Production meetings.
The foot switches shall be UL-listed, heavy-duty type, of a rugged, corrosion -resistant metal construction. The directional foot switches shall be momentary type, while those for the high beam shall be latching type. The spacing of the switches shall be such that inadvertent simultaneous deflection of switches is prevented.
TS 47. Driver’s Amenities
TS 47.1 Coat Hanger
Coat Hook
A stainless steel, aluminum, or approved equal, coat hook shall be furnished and installed, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 47.2 Drink Holder
No drink holder.
TS 47.3 Storage Box
Storage Box
An enclosed driver storage area shall be provided with a positive latching door and/or lock. The minimum size shall be 2,100 cubic inches.
TS 47.4 Repair Card Holder
A card holder shall be provided in the Operators’ area at a location accessible to mechanics standing in the front entry area with the passenger door open, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings, (Refer to Section TS 88.6for Reference). Sample card holder shall be provided by the LACMTA upon request. 89 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 TS 47.5 Safety Equipment
The following items shall be provided and installed within seven feet of the Operator’s seat in a location that is easy reach, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. • DOT approved heavy-duty emergency reflector kit stored in a storage box. • Five-pound multipurpose fire extinguisher mounted with universal bracket.
TS 47.6 Bus Registration Holders
A Bus registration holder shall be installed above the Operator near the ceiling, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 47.7 Trash Hooks
The Contractor shall provide two interior metal hooks in the area near the farebox for LACMTA supplied plastic trash bags (see attachment). Placement and selection of the hooks shall be reviewed on the Pilot Bus and are subject to LACMTA approval.
TS 48. Windshield Wipers and Washers
TS 48.1 Windshield Wipers
The bus shall be equipped with either a single -control or dual -control, electric , variable speed intermittent windshield wiper(s). At 65 mph, no more than 10 percent of the wiped area shall be lost due to windshield wiper lift. For two -piece windshields, both wipers shall park along the center edges of the windshield glass.
Windshield wiper motors and mechanisms shall be easily accessible for repairs or service. The fastener that secures the wiper arm to the drive mechanism shall be corrosion -resistant. After each stroke, the wiper arm shall return to the parked position.
No part of the windshield wiper mechanism shall be damaged by manual manipulation of the arms for cleaning.
Windshield wiper motors and mechanism shall be easily accessible for repairs or service from inside or outside the bus and shall be removable as complete units.
Intermittent Wiper with Variable Control
A variable-speed feature shall be provided to allow adjustment of wiper speed for both sides of the windshield between approximately 5 to 16 or 5 to 30 cycles per minute.
An intermittent wiper control shall be provided. The unit shall provide an Operator 5 to 30 second’s variance in dwell time of the wiper arms.
TS 48.2 Windshield Washers
The windshield washer system, when used with the wipers, shall deposit washing fluid evenly and completely wet the entire wiped area.
The windshield washer system shall have a minimum three -gallon reservoir, located for easy refilling from outside of the bus. Reservoir pumps, lines and fittings shall be corrosion -resistant. The reservoir shall be translucent for easy determination of fluid level, if visible, or a fluid level indicator shall be provided.
TS 49. Driver’s Seat
FIGURE 6
Driver’s Seat
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TS 49.1 Dimensions
The driver’s seat shall be comfortable and adjustable so that people ranging in size from a 95th-percentile male to a 5th-percentile female may operate the bus.
The heavy-duty Operator's seat shall support Operators’ in the orthopedically correct seating position.
TS 49.1.1 Seat Pan Cushion Length
Measurement shall be from the front edge of the seat pan to the rear at its intersection with the seat back. The adjustment of the seat pan length shall be no less than 16.5 inches at its minimum length and no more than
20.5 inches at its maximum length.
TS 49.1.2 Seat Pan Cushion Height
Measurement shall be from the cab floor to the top of the level seat at its center midpoint. The seat shall adjust in height from a minimum of 14 inches, with a minimum six- inch vertical range of adjustment.
TS 49.1.3 Seat Pan Cushion Slope
Measurement is the slope of the plane created by connecting the two high points of the seat, one at the rear of the seat at its intersection with the seat back and the other at the front of the seat just before it waterfalls downward at the edge. The slope can be measured using an inclinometer and shall be stated i n degrees of incline relative to the horizontal plane (0 degrees). The seat pan shall adjust in its slope from no less than plus 12 degrees (rearward “bucket seat” incline), to no less than minus five degrees (forward slope).
TS 49.1.4 Seat Base Fore/Aft Adjustment
Measurement is the horizontal distance from the heel point to the front edge of the seat. The minimum and maximum distances shall be measured from the front edge of the seat when it is adjusted to its minimum seat pan depth (approximately 15 inches). On all low-floor buses, the seat-base shall travel horizontally a minimum of 11 inches. It shall adjust no closer to the heel point than six inches.
Head rest
Seat back
Arm rest
Seat belt
Seat pan cushion Seat base
Seat back lumbar support
91 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 TS 49.1.5 Seat Pan Cushion Width
The driver’s seat shall be appropriately dampened to support a minimum weight of 380 pounds. The suspension shall be capable of dampening adjustment in both directions.
Rubber snubbers shall be provided to prevent metal -to-metal contact. Seat suspension shall incorporate a primary and secondary system to minimize bottoming during travel w hen driving over uneven street surfaces and potholes.
TS 49.1.6 Seat Suspension
The driver’s seat shall be appropriately dampened to support a minimum weight of 380 pounds. The suspension shall be capable of dampening adjustment in both directions.
Rubber bumpers shall be provided to prevent metal-to-metal contact.
TS 49.1.7 Seat Back
Width
Measurement is the distance between the outermost points of the front of the seat back, at or near its midpoint in height. The seat back width shall be no less than 19 inches Seat back wi ll include dual recliner gears on both sides of the seat.
Height
Standard height seat back
TS 49.1.8 Headrests
Four-way adjustable headrest
TS 49.1.9 Seat Back Lumbar Support
Measurement is from the bottom of the seat back at its intersection with the seat pan to the top of the lumbar cushioning. The seat back shall provide adjustable depth lumbar back support with three individual operating lumbar cells within a minimum range of seven to 11 inches.
TS 49.1.10 Seat Back Angle Adjustment
The seat back angle shall be measured relative to a level seat pan, where 90 degrees is the upright position and 90 degrees-plus represents the amount of recline.
The seat back shall adjust in angle from a minimum of no more than 90 degrees (upright) to at least 110 degrees (reclined), with infinite adjustment in between.
TS 49.2 Seat Belt
The belt assembly should include a dual sensitive FMVSS209 emergency -locking retractor (ELR) with maximum inertia tolerance within the lock mechanism. All seat belts should be stored in automatic retractors.
The belts shall be m ounted to the seat frame so that the driver may adjust the seat without resetting the seat belt. Seat belt shall latch on the operator’s right side and include a standard 4.7 -inch receptor with seat belt alarm. Seat belt shall include orange three -point webbing and shall have an adjustable shoulder strap D -loop capable of accommodating a 95th-percentile male to a 5th-percentile female. The design of seat belt retraction and driver’s area shall incorporate features to prevent damage to the bus or switches an d controls when seat belt is released.
The seat and seat belt assemblies as installed in the bus shall withstand static horizontal forces as required in FMVSS 207 and 210. An audible alarm and warning light shall be installed to alert the driver when the seat belt is not in use and the parking brake is released and the master run switch is in “Day Run” or “Night Run”. 92 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 Belt Length
The lap/shoulder belt assembly shall accommodate all drivers ranging in size from a 95th -percentile male to a 5th-percentile female and shall extend a minimum of 74 inches in length from the retractor.
TS 49.3 Adjustable Armrest
No armrests.
TS 49.4 Seat Control Locations
While seated, the driver shall be able to make seat adjustments by hand without complexity, excessive effort or being pinched. Heavy-duty adjustment mechanisms and controls shall hold the adjustments and shall not be subject to inadvertent changes.
TS 49.5 Seat Structure and Materials
Cushions
The seat bottom shall be at least 4.5 inches of molded silicone foam material in the seating area. The seat back shall be at least three inches of molded polyurethane foam material.
Cushion Materials
Solid black vinyl upholstery (non-perforated vinyl - pleather) TS 49.6 Pedestal
Four-inch powder coated steel riser with internal tethers.
TS 49.7 Seat Options
Not applicable.
TS 49.8 Mirrors
TS 49.8.1 Exterior Mirrors
The bus shall be equipped with a corrosion-resistant, outside rearview mirrors mounted with stable supports to minimize vibration. Mirrors shall be firmly attached to the bus to minimize vibration and to prevent loss of adjustment with a breakaway or snap/spring-back mounting system. Mirrors shall permit the driver to view the roadway along the sides of the bus, including the rear wheels. Mirrors shall be positioned in a way that will minimize blind spots and high enough to avoid contact with pedestrians an d bicyclists. Mirrors shall have integrated turn signals on both sides. Mirrors shall retract or fold sufficiently to allow bus washing operations but avoid contact with windshield. Mechanical stops shall prevent the mirror from contacting the windshield.
Detents or friction plates shall be provided to allow positive positioning of mirror arms at pre-determined angles along their adjustment range.
Mirror head assemblies shall be replaceable with simple hand tools in less than 5 minutes. Mirrors shall be made of tempered plate glass or have safety backing to prevent shattering subject to approval during proposal period. Convex mirrors shall be provided, located below the exterior mirrors, on the curb and street side. The convex mirrors shall be integral to the main mirror arm in a similar manner to prevent damage to the exterior mirrors if the convex mirror is hit during operation.
Electrical connection shall be water proof, and located in area protected from bus wash action, and accessible for maintenance to replace mirrors and electrical connections. Adjustment of the mirrors shall be provided by two nubbin switches located to the left of the Operator, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
Mirror control wires shall terminate at the bus body adjacent to the mirror bracket attachment point with break - away connector plugs designed to prevent damage to bus wiring in the event the mirror head is damaged due to impact.
93 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 Curbside Mirrors
The mirror shall be mounted such that its lower edge is as high as possible but at least 76 inches above the street surface and is visible through the right side portion of the windshield that is cleaned by the windshield wiper. Front door operation shall not affect the view provided by the right side mirror.
Street Side Mirrors
The street side mirror shall be accessible through the Operator’s side window. Mirror control wires shall terminate at the bus body adjacent to the mirror bracket attachment point with break -away connector plugs designed to prevent damage to bus wiring in the event the mirror head is damaged due to impact. Street side mirror shall be overhead mounted in a position to minimize potential contact with vehicles or cyclists, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
Remote Adjustment of Curbside Mirror
The driver shall be able to adjust the curbside mirror remotely while seated in the driving position. The control for remote positioning of the mirror shall be a single switch or device.
Remote Adjustment of Street Side Mirror
The driver shall be a ble to adjust the street -side mirror remotely while seated in the driving position. The control for remote positioning of the mirror shall be a single switch or device.
TS 49.8.2 Interior Mirrors
Mirrors shall be provided to permit the Operator to observe passengers throughout the bus, including entrances and exits, and directly in front of the bus during bicycle loading and unloading activities without leaving his seat and without shoulder movement, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
Inside mirro rs shall not be in the line of sight and obstruct the view of the right outside mirror. Mirror installations shall be placed such that there is no obstruction of the view in other mirrors. • A convex mirror shall be provided above the front door for use by the Operator in determining that the front door is clear of passengers.
• Mirror(s) shall be provided so that with a full standee load, including standees in the entry area, the Operator will be able to observe passengers in the front and rear door, anywhere in the aisle, and in the rear seats.
Mirror Dimensions
TABLE 10
Mirror Dimensions
SIZE DESCRIPTION
8”X15” or 8”x16 " Convex, Operator's Rearview
12" Diameter Convex, Exit Door
6” Diameter Relay Mirror
7"x10" Convex, Front Entrance
94 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 WINDOWS (TS 50-TS 53)
TS 50. General
A minimum of 10,000 sq . inches of window area, including operator and door windows, shall be required on each side of the standard configuration bus.
TS 51. Windshield
The windshield shall permit an Operator’s field-of-view as referenced in SAE Recommended Practice J1050.
The vertically upward view shall be a minimum of 15 degrees, measured above the horizontal and excluding any shaded band. The vertically downward view shall permit detection of an object 3 .5 ft. high no more than two feet. in front of the bus. The horizontal view shall be a minimum of 90 degrees above the line of sight. Any binocular obscuration due to a center divider may be ignored when determining the 90 -degree requirement, provided that the divider does not exceed a thre e-degree angle in the Operator’s field -of-view. Windshield pillars shall not exceed 10 degrees of binocular obscuration. The windshield shall be designed and installed to minimize external glare as well as reflections from inside the bus.
The windshield shall be easily replaceable by removing zip -locks from the windshield retaining moldings.
Bonded-in-place windshields shall not be used. Winglets may be bonded.
TS 51.1 Glazing
The windshield glazing material shall have a ¼ in ch nominal thickness laminated safety glass conforming to the requirements of ANSI Z26.1 Test Grouping 1A and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673.
Glazing shall be solar management glass (SMG) tinted green. The hue shall be consistent throughout the procurement.
Shaded Band
The upper portion of the windshield above the driver’s field -of-view shall have a blue or green, shaded band with a luminous transmittance of six to 10 percent when tested in accordance to ASTM D-1003.
TS 52. Driver’s Side Window
The driver’s side window shall be a high -visibility sliding type, that minimizes window frame or other obstructions to driver’s visibility, requiring only the front half of sash to open and latch upon closing, and shall open sufficiently to permit the seated Operator to easily adjust the street-side outside rearview mirror. When in an open position, the window shall not rattle or close during braking. This window section shall slide in tracks or channels designed to last the service life of the bus. The Operator’s side window shall not be bonded in place and shall be easily replaceable. The glazing material shall have a single-density tint.
The driver’s view, perpendicular through Operator’s side window glazing, should extend a minimum of 29 inches (736 mm) to the rear of the heel point on the accel erator, and in any case must accommodate a 95th percentile male operator. The view through the glazing at the front of the assembly should begin not more than 26 inches (560 mm) above the Operator’s floor to ensure visibility of an under-mounted convex mirror. Driver’s window construction shall maximize ability for full opening of the window.
The driver’s side window glazing material shall have a ¼ in ch nominal thickness laminated safety glass conforming to the requirements of ANSI Z26.1-1996 Test Grouping 2 and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673.
Light transmittance shall be a maximum of 75 percent on the glass area below 53 inches from the Operator platform floor. On the top fixed over bottom slider configuration, the top fixed area above 53 inches may have a maximum one percent light transmittance.
95 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 The window frame shall not block the view of the street side mirror when in the fully closed or fully open positions. Operator's side window upper portion above the sunshade shall be shaded dark. G lazing shall be solar management glass tinted blue or green to match the windshield . The hue shall be consistent throughout the procurement.
TS 53. Side Windows
TS 53.1 Configuration
Side window assemblies shall be constructed of heavy -duty aluminum shall be easily repla ceable without disturbing adjacent windows and shall be mounted so that flexing or vibration from engine operation or normal road excitation is not apparent. Window assemblies shall incorporate "change in place" design to permit replacement (removal and in stallation) of each glazing (transparent glass piece less any framing) from windows installed on the bus. This requirement shall permit one mechanic to enter the bus and remove and install each glazing using common hand tools in 60 minutes, or less. The wi ndow shall be fully serviceable immediately following replacement of glazing. Change in place method shall be tamper resistant. An additional six minutes will be added for each glazing replacement, if necessary, for replacement of the associated anti - vandalism sacrificial film.
All frame surfaces and components (except the emergency escape handles) shall be finished with black anodizing. Emergency escape latches shall be red, and labeled to indicate their purpose and function.
Miscellaneous hardware, such as fasteners and latches, shall be the window manufacturer’s standard hardware.
Transom style side windows shall extend from the shoulder height of a seated 5th-percentile female passenger to the eye level of a standing 95th -percentile male passenger in th e front section; the rear section window upper edge shall be approximately 56 inches above the floor at the start of the raised deck and no less than 51 inches at the rearmost window’s upper edge. Each individual window glazing shall be easily replaceable without removing the entire window assembly or disturbing adjacent window assemblies and shall be mounted so that flexing or vibration from engine operation or normal road excitation is not apparent. To the extent practical, the number of different sizes of windows should be minimized.
Quick Change Passenger Side Windows
Glazing in the window assembly shall be capable of being replaced without removing the window from its installed position on the bus using simple hand tools. The glazing shall be held in place mechanically by a system constructed to last the life of the vehicle.
Traditional Frame
Fully fixed.
Openable windows with inward-opening transom panels
TS 53.2 Emergency Exit (Egress) Configuration
Minimum Egress
All side windows shall be fixed in position, except as necessary to meet the emergency escape requirements.
TS 53.3 Configuration
Operable Windows with Inward-Opening Transom Panels (Fixed Bottom, Tip-In Top) Each side window shall incorporate an upper transom portion. The transom shall be between 20 and 3 5 percent of the total window area. The lower portion of the window shall be fixed. The transom portion shall be hinged along the lower edge and open inward.
Side windows shall have an upper section that can be opened inward a minimum of four inches to provide maximum interior ventilation. When opened the upper window section shall not interfere with access to the 96 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 passenger signal pull cable. The operable section shall be a minimum of eight inches and a maximum of 10 inches in height, hinged at the bottom, and shall be the full width of all windows. In the event of a latch failure the upper window section shall remain in the closed position, and shall latch in the closed position by means of a gas filled cylinder or mechanical spring. Rearmost windows which are lower than shoulder height for seated passengers shall not be opened or equipped with emergency escape provisions, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meeting.
TS 53.4 Materials
Safety Glass Glazing Panels
Side windows glazing material shall have a mi nimum of 3/16 -inch nominal thickness tempered safety glass.
The material shall conform to the requirements of ANSI Z26.1 -1996 Test Grouping 2 Safety Glazing Materials and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673. Windows on the bus sides and in the rear door shall be grey tint (13 percent) luminous transmittance as measured by ASTM D -1003), complementary to the bus exterior. The maximum solar energy transmittance shall not exceed 20 percent, as measured by ASTM E-424.
Luminous transmittance shall be measured by ASTM D-1003. Windows over the destination signs shall not be tinted. To the extent practical, side window glazing for fixed and emergency egress windows shall be interchangeable.
Anti-Vandalism Sacrificial Film
All glazing material that is aft of the front standee line, and in front of the exit door, shall be equipped with an interior single layer 6 mil minimum laminated film. All glazing material that is aft of, and including, the exit door shall be equipped with an interior four layer laminated film. Both types of window film installations are subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period. This material shall be easily installed and removed without the use of specialized tools. Film shall adhere to the window and be resistant to peeling, curling and discolora tion by ultraviolet rays. The film shall withstand normal cleaning operations.
TS 53.5 Rear Window
No requirement for rear window.
HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (TS 54-TS 61) TS 54. Capacity and Performance
The HVAC climate control system shall be modular des ign and capable of controlling the temperature and maintaining the humidity levels of the interior of the bus as defined in the following paragraphs. Contractor shall supply an all-electric driven A/C system with full hermetic or semi-hermetic sealed compressor (no open drive compressor). System shall include - brushless; AC compressor, condenser fan, and evaporator blower motors.
High voltage alternator/generator shall be brushless.
With the bus running at the design operating profile with correspondi ng door opening cycle, and carrying a number of passengers equal to 150 percent of the seated load, the HVAC system shall control the average passenger compartment temperature within a range between 65 º to 80°F, while maintaining the relative humidity to a value of 50 percent or less. The system shall maintain these conditions while subjected to any outside ambient temperatures within a range of 10º to 95°F and at any ambient relative humidity levels between five and 50 percent.
When the bus is operated in outside ambient temperatures of 95º to 115°F, the interior temperature of the bus shall be permitted to rise 0.5° for each degree of exterior temperature in excess of 95°F.
System capacity testing, including pull -down/warm-up, stabilization and profile, s hall be conducted in accordance to the APTA’s “Recommended Instrumentation and Performance Testing for Transit Bus Air Conditioning System.”
97 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 The recommended locations of temperature probes are only guidelines and may require slight modifications to address actual bus design. Care must be taken to avoid placement of sensing devices in the immediate path of an air duct outlet. In general, the locations are intended to accurately represent the interior passenger area.
To the extent practical, self -sealing coup lings shall be used to break and seal the refrigerant lines during removal of major components such as the refrigerant compressor or condenser.
The condenser shall be located to efficiently transfer heat to the atmosphere, and shall not ingest air warmed by the bus mechanical equipment above the ambient temperature or discharge air into any other system of the bus. The condenser and evaporator fan motors shall be brushless and shall be easy to replace in a maximum of one man-hour using simple hand tools. Fa n motor replacement shall not require removal of fan housing or air ducting.
The air conditioning system shall employ an accumulator or other strategy in the low pressure circuit to prevent liquid refrigerant from entering the compressor during operation.
Additional testing shall be performed as necessary to ensure compliance to performance requirements stated herein.
Capacity and Performance Requirements
The air -conditioning portion of the HVAC system shall be capable of reducing the passenger compartment temperature from 110 º to 90 °F in less than 20 minutes after engine start -up. Engine temperature shall be within the normal operating range at the time of start-up of the cool -down test, and the engine speed shall be limited to fast idle, which may be activated by a driver -controlled device. During the cool -down period, the refrigerant pressure shall not exceed safe high -side pressures, and the condenser discharge air temperature, measured 6 inches from the surface of the coil, shall be less than 45 °F above the condenser inlet air temperature. The appropriate solar load as recommended in the APTA “Recommended Instrumentation and Performance Testing for Transit Bus Air Conditioning System,” shall be used. There shall be no passengers on board, and the doors and windows shall be closed. The air conditioning system shall meet these performance requirements using R134a or 407c.
TS 55. Controls and Temperature Uniformity
The HVAC system excluding the driver’s h eater/defroster shall be centrally controlled with an advanced electronic/diagnostic control system with provisions for extracting/reading data. The system shall be compliant with J1939 Communication Protocol for receiving and broadcasting of data.
Hot eng ine coolant water shall be delivered to the HVAC system driver’s defroster/heater and other heater cores by means of an auxiliary coolant pump, sized for the required flow, which is brushless and seal -less having a minimum maintenance free service life for both the brushless motor and the pump of at least 40,000 hours at full power.
If provided, outside openings for air intake shall be located to ensure cleanliness of air entering the climate control system, particularly with respect to exhaust emissions fr om the bus and adjacent traffic. All intake openings shall be baffled to prevent entry of water.
Manual Mode Selection of Climate Control System
After manual selection and/or activation of climate control system operation mode, all interior climate control system requirements for the selected mode shall be attained automatically to within ± ( 2)°F of specified temperature control set-point.
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The climate control system shall have the provision to allow the driv er to adjust the temperature control set - point at a minimum of between 68 and 72°F. From then on, all interior climate control system requirements shall be attained automatically, unless re-adjusted by driver.
The driver shall have full control over the de froster and driver’s heater. The driver shall be able to adjust the temperature in the driver’s area through air distribution and fans. The interior climate control system shall switch automatically to the ventilating mode if the refrigerant compressor or condenser fan fails.
Interior temperature distribution shall be uniform to the extent practicable to prevent hot and/or cold spots. After stabilization with doors closed, the temperatures between any two points in the passenger compartment in the same vertical plane, and six to 72 inches above the floor, shall not vary by more than five (5) °F with doors closed. The interior temperatures, measured at the same height above the floor, shall not vary more than ± five (5) °F from the front to the rear from the average temperature determined in accordance with APTA’s “Recommended Instrumentation and Performance Testing for Transit Bus Air Conditioning System.” Variations of greater than ± five (5) °F will be allowed for limited, localized areas provided the major ity of the measured temperatures fall within the specified requirement.
TS 55.1 Auxiliary Heater
No auxiliary heater.
TS 56. Air Flow
TS 56.1 Passenger Area
The cooling mode of the interior climate control system shall introduce air into the bus at or near the ceiling height at a minimum rate of 25 cubic feet per minute (cfm) per passenger based on the standard configuration bus carrying a number of passengers equal to 150 percent of the seated load. Airflow shall be evenly distributed throughout the bus, with air velocity not exceeding 100 feet per minute on any passenger. The ventilating mode shall provide air at a minimum flow rate of 20 cfm per passenger. Air vents shall direct air flow away from open windows, if provided.
Airflow may be reduced to 15 cfm per passenger (150 percent of seated load), when operating in the heating mode. The fans shall not activate until the heating element has warmed sufficiently to ensure at least 70 °F air outlet temperature. The heating air outlet temperature shall not exceed 120 °F under any normal operating conditions.
Heater circulating pump shall be brushless and seal-less.
The climate control blower motors and fan shall be designed such that their operation complies with the interior noise level requirements.
TS 56.2 Driver’s Area
The bus interior climate control system shall deliver at least 100 cfm of air to the driver’s area when operating in the ventilating and cooling modes. Adjustable nozzles shall permit variable distribution or shutdown of the airflow. Airflow in the heating mode shall be reduced proportionally to the reduction of airflow into the passenger area. The windshield defroster unit shall meet the requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J381, “Windshield Defrosting Systems Performance Requirements,” and shall have the capability of diverting heated air to the driver’s feet and legs. The defroster or interior climate control system shall maintain visibility through the driver’s side window.
TS 56.3 Controls for the Climate Control System (CCS)
The controls for the driver’s compartment for heating, ventilation and cooling systems shall be integrated and shall meet the following requirements:
99 Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 • The heat/defrost system fan shall be controlled by a separate switch that has an “ Off” position and at least two positions for speed control.
• A manually operated or electronically modulated control valve shall control the coolant flow through the heater core.
• If a cable-operated manual control valve is used, the cable length shall be kept to a minimum to reduce cable seizing. Heater water control valves shall be “positive” type, when closed. The method of operating remote valves shall be subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
TS 56.4 Driver’s Compartment Requirements
A separate heating, ventilation and defroster system for the driver’s area sha ll be provided and shall be controlled by the driver. The system shall meet the following requirements:
• The heater and defroster system shall provide heating for the driver and heated air to completely defrost and defog the windshield, driver’s side window , and the front door glasses in all operating conditions. Fan(s) shall be able to draw air from the bus body interior and/or the exterior through a control device and pass it through the heater core to the defroster system and over the driver’s feet. A minimum capacity of 100 cfm shall be provided. The driver shall have complete control of the heat and fresh airflow for the driver’s area.
• The defroster supply outlets shall be located at the lower edge of the windshield. These outlets shall be durable and sh all be free of sharp edges that can catch clothes during normal daily cleaning. The system shall be such that foreign objects such as coins or tickets cannot fall into the defroster air outlets. Adjustable ball vents or louvers shall be provided at the lef t of the driver’s position to allow direction of air onto the side window in order to maintain visibility.
A ventilation system shall be provided to ensure driver comfort and shall be capable of providing fresh air.
Vents shall be controllable by the drive r from the normal driving position. Decals shall be provided, indicating “operating instructions” and “ fresh air” and “ recirculating air” positions. When closed, vents shall be sealed to prevent the migration of water or air into the bus.
TS 56.5 Driver’s Cooling
A separate booster fan unit shall provide 100 cfm of air to the driver’s area through directionally adjustable nozzles and an infinitely variable fan control, both of which shall be located above the driver.
TS 57. Air Filtration
Air shall be filtered before discharge into the passenger compartment. The filter shall meet the ANSI/ASHRAE
52.2 requirement for five percent or better atmospheric dust spot efficiency, 50 percent weight arrestance, and a minimum dust holding capacity of 120 g per 1000 cfm cell. Air filters shall be easily removable for service.
More efficient air filtration may be provided to maintain efficient heater and/or evaporator operation. Moisture drains from air intake openings shall be located so that they will not be subject to clogging from road dirt.
TS 58. Roof Ventilators
At least one roof ventilator shall be provided in the roof of the bus.
Each ventilator shall be easily opened and closed manually. Ventilators with lever type release handles are not permitted. When open with the bus in motion, this ventilator shall provide fresh air inside the bus. The ventilator shall cover an opening area no less than 425 sq . inches and shall be capable of being positioned as a scoop with either the leading or trailing edge open no less than four inches, or with all four edges raised simultaneously to a height of no less than 3 .5 inches. An escape hatch shall be incorporated into the roof ventilator. Roof ventilator(s) shall be sealed to prevent entry of water when closed. 100
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Manually controlled shut-off valves in the refrigerant lines shall allow isolation of the compressor and dehydrator filter for service. To the extent practicable, self-sealing couplings utilizing O-ring seals shall be used to break and seal the refrigerant lines during remov al of major components, such as the refrigerant compressor.
The condenser shall be located to efficiently transfer heat to the atmosphere and shall not ingest air warmed above the ambient temperature by the bus mechanical equipment, or to discharge air int o any other system of the bus. The location of the condenser shall preclude its obstruction by wheel splash, road dirt or debris. HVAC components located within six inches of floor level shall be constructed to resist damage and corrosion. The condenser and evaporator fan motors shall be easy to replace in a maximum of one man-hour using simple hand tools. Fan motor replacement shall not require removal of fan housing or air ducting.
TS 60. Entrance/Exit Area Heating
No requirements for entrance/exit area heating.
TS 61. Floor-Level Heating
TS 61.1 Transit Bus
No requirements for floor-level heating.
TS 61.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable
EXTERIOR PANELS, FINISHES AND EXTERIOR LIGHTING (TS 62-TS 73) TS 62. Design
The bus shall have a clean, smooth, simple design, primarily derived from bus perform ance requirements and passenger service criteria. With the exception of required VIN information, exterior manufacturer's emblem plate or decals shall not be installed unless approved by the LACMTA. The exterior and body features, including grilles and louvers, shall be shaped to facilitate cleaning by automatic bus washers without snagging washer brushes. Water and dirt shall not be retained in or on any bus body feature to freeze or bleed out onto the bus after leaving the washer. The body and windows shall be sealed to prevent leaking of air, dust or water under normal operating conditions and during cleaning in automatic bus washers for the service life of the bus.
Exterior panels shall be sufficiently stiff to minimize vibration, drumming or flexing while the bus is in service.
When panels are lapped, the upper and forward panels shall act as a watershed. However, if entry of moisture into the interior of the vehicle is prevented by other means, then rear cap panels may be lapped otherwise. The windows, hatches and doors shall be able to be sealed. Accumulation of spray and splash generated by the bus’s wheels shall be minimized on windows and mirrors.
TS 62.1 Materials
Body materials shall be selected and the body fabricated to reduce maintenance, extend durability and provide consistency of appearance throughout the service life of the bus. Detailing shall be kept simple, and add -on devices and trim shall be minimized and integrated into the basic design.
The total structure shall be designed for maximum; str ength, reliability, and durability, while maintaining minimum weight. The overall structure shall be designed to prevent the penetration of fluids, including lubricants, into the structure of the bus. All exposed surfaces shall be uniform in appearance wit h no unevenness or random irregularities in finish, including seam areas. 101
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The bus roof shall be coated with “anti -slip” paint applied to areas that will accommodate safe access for routine inspections of the fuel cylinders.
TS 62.3 Curb Feelers
The bus shall be equipped with one curb feeler located at front door area. Curb feeler sample shall be provided by the LACMTA upon request. Installation of curb feeler shall be subject to LACMTA approval at the Pilot Bus.
TS 63. Pedestrian Safety
Exterior protrusions along the side and front of the bus greater than ½ in ch and within 80 inches of the ground shall have a radius no less than the amount of the protrusion. The exterior rearview mirrors, cameras and required lights and reflectors are exempt from the protrusion requirement. Grilles, doors, bumpers and other features on the sides and rear of the bus shall be designed to minimize toeholds or handholds.
Exterior protrusions shall not cause a line-of-sight blockage for the driver.
TS 64. Repair and Replacement
TS 64.1 Side Body Panels (Transit Bus)
Structural elements supporting exterior body panels sha ll allow side body panels below the windows to be repaired in lengths not greater than 12.5 f eet. Exterior panels shall not be installed or retained with visible rivets or fasteners unless specifically approved by LACMTA. Exterior panels that function as s ervice and access doors shall be similar in construction, being made of aluminum, fiberglass, or stainless steel. All body panels, including those with louvers or ventilation openings, shall be designed to prevent persons from gaining a hand or foot hold if attempting to climb the exterior of the bus.
TS 64.2 Side Body Panels (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 65. Rain Gutters
Rain gutters shall be provided to prevent water flowing from the roof onto the full length of both curb and street sides of the bus. When the bus is decelerated, the gutters shall not drain onto the windshield, driver’s side window, passenger windows or door boarding area. Gutter cross section shall be no less than 0.25 square inches.
TS 66. License Plate Provisions
Provisions shall be made to mount standard-size U.S. license plates per SAE J686 on the front and rear of the bus. These provisions shall direct-mount or recess the license plates so that they can be cleaned by automatic bus-washing equipment without being caught by the brushes, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. The rear license plate provision shall be illuminated per SAE J587. License plates shall be mounted on the center or to the left of center and shall not allow a toehold or handhold for unauthorized riders. Front license plate shall be mounted sufficiently to the left of the center to allow clearance for Metro installed bicycle rack banners.
TS 66.1 Rub Rails
No requirement for rub rails.
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Features to minimize water spray from the bus in wet conditions shall be included in wheel housing design.
Any fender skirts shall be easily replaceable. They shall be flexible if they extend beyond the allowable body width. Wheels and tires shall be removable with the fender skirts in place.
TS 68. Wheel Covers (Transit Bus)
Wheel covers not required.
TS 68.1 Splash Aprons
Standard Splash Aprons
Splash aprons, composed of ¼ inch minimum composition or rubberized fabric, shall be installed behind and/or in front of wheels as needed to reduce road splash and protect underfloor components. The s plash aprons shall extend downward to within six inches off the road surface at static conditions. Apron widths shall be no less than tire widths. Splash aprons shall be bolted to the bus understructure. Splash aprons and their attachments shall be inheren tly weaker than the structure to which they are attached. The flexible portions of the splash aprons shall not be included in the road clearance measurements. Splash apron shall be installed as necessary to protect the wheelchair loading device from road s plash. Other splash aprons shall be installed where necessary to protect bus equipment.
TS 69. Service Compartments and Access Doors
TS 69.1 Access Doors (Transit Bus)
Hinged doors shall be used for the engine compartment and for all auxiliary equipment compartments. Access openings shall be sized for easy performance of tasks within the compartment, including tool operating space.
Access doors shall be provided at the f ront of the bus, only if needed, to service and/or replace the front windshield defroster unit, windshield wiper units, brake application valve, steering gear box, throttle pedal assembly, and associated pressure and electrical switches, airline fittings, and electrical connections. Access doors shall be of rugged construction and shall maintain mechanical integrity and function under normal operations throughout the service life of the bus.
The use of expanded metal for side and rear service doors is prohi bited. All access doors shall be aluminum, fiberglass, or stainless steel. They shall close flush with the body surface. All doors shall be hinged at the top or on the forward edge and shall be prevented from coming loose or opening during transit service or in bus washing operations. All access doors shall be retained in the open position by props or counterbalancing with over-center or gas -filled springs with safety props and shall be easily operable by one person. Springs and hinges shall be corrosion resistant. Latch handles shall be flush with, or recessed behind, the body contour and shall be sized to provide an adequate grip for opening. Access doors, when opened, shall not restrict access for servicing other components or systems. Gas springs used f or the engine access door shall be designed to operate in temperatures encountered within the engine compartment. In the event of a spring failure, an adequate mechanical locking device shall be provided at a minimum for the engine and air conditioner acce ss doors which is capable of retaining a minimum of 200 percent of the door weight when in the open position.
The locking device shall be identified by a distinctive yellow or orange color and be simple to operate by one person when closing the door. Access doors shall hinge up and out of the way to within 30 to 45 degrees of the side of the bus. The fuel fill/charge port door shall be hinged at the top and shall open fully up against the side of the bus subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. Pantographic door mechanisms and barn type doors for engine and A/C system access doors are not acceptable. Large access doors shall be opened and closed by one person including the 5th -percentile female. These doors, when opened, shall not restrict access for servicing other components or systems.
If precluded by design, the manufacturer shall provide door design information specifying how the requirements are met.
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Not applicable.
TS 69.3 Access Door Latch/Locks
Requirement for Latches on Access Doors
Access doors larger than 100 sq . inches in area shall be equipped with corrosion -resistant flush -mounted latches or locks except for coolant and fuel fill or battery -switch access doors. All such access doors that require a tool to open shall be standardized throughout the vehicle and will require a nominal 5/16 -inch square male tool to open or lock. The locks shall be standardized so that only one tool is required to open all major access doors on the bus. It is required that locking devices lock clockwise and unlock counter clockwise.
Other Locks and Latches
A key switch shall be provided to lock the front door. The switch shall be located behind an exterior access door near the front curb side of the bus a minimum of 45 inches above the ground. The access door shall be hinged to allow the door to open completely to view and aid inserting the switch key. Access to the switch shall not be obstructed by the bicycle rack in the stowed position. The switch shall use a LACMTA standard key. A sample key will be provided by the LACMTA following the Pre-Production meetings.
The Door Lock system shall be controlled by the bus multiplex system. When the Master Run Switch is in the “Off” position and the Park Brake is applied, the door key switch sh all close and lock the front door. If left unattended with the front door locked, the front door lock system shall go to sleep with the bus multiplex system and door shall remain locked. If there is a loss of battery power when the door is locked the door shall remain in the closed unpowered position. When the Operator unlocks the front door with the key, the door shall automatically open and the bus multiplex system shall wake up.
TS 70. Bumpers
TS 70.1 Location
Bumpers shall provide impact protection for the front and rear of the bus with the top of the bumper being 27 inches, ±2 inches, above the ground. Bumper height shall be such that when one bus is parked behind another, a portion of the bumper faces will contact each other.
TS 70.2 Front Bumper
No part of the bus, includi ng the bumper, shall be damaged as a result of a 5mph impact of the bus at curb weight with a fixed, flat barrier perpendicular to the bus’s longitudinal centerline. The bumper shall return to its pre-impact shape within 10 minutes of the impact. The bumper shall protect the bus from damage as a result of
6.5 mph impacts at any point by the common carriage with contoured impact surface defined in Figure 2 of FMVSS 301 loaded to 4 ,000 pounds parallel to the longitudinal centerline of the bus. It shall protec t the bus from damage as a result of 5.5 mph impacts into the corners at a 30-degree angle to the longitudinal centerline of the bus. The energy absorption system of the bumper shall be independent of every power system of the bus and shall not require ser vice or maintenance in normal operation during the service life of the bus. The bumper may increase the overall bus length specified by no more than seven inches.
TS 70.3 Rear Bumper
No part of the bus, including the bumper, shall be damaged as a result of a two m ph impact with a fixed, flat barrier perpendicular to the longitudinal centerline of the bus. The bumper shall return to its pre -impact shape within 10 minutes of the impact. When using a yard tug with a smooth, flat plate bumper two f eet wide contacting the horizontal centerline of the rear bumper, the bumper shall provide protection at speeds up to five mph, over pavement discontinuities up to one inch high, and at accelerations up to two mph/sec. The rear bumper shall protect the bus, when impacted anywhere along its width by the common carriage with contoured impact surface defined in Figure 2 of FMVSS 301 loaded to 4,000 pounds, at four mph parallel to or up to a 30- degree angle to, the longitudinal centerline of the bus. The rear bumper shall be s haped to preclude 104
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TS 70.4 Bumper Material
Bumper material shall be corrosion-resistant black polyurethane type material and withstand repeated impacts of the specified loads without sustaining damage. Visible surfaces shall be semi -gloss black. These bumper qualities shall be sustained throughout the service life of the bus.
TS 70.5 Bicycle Rack
A front mounted fold -up three-position black bicycle rack shall be provided to conform to amended Section 35400 of California Vehicle Code that took effect in September 2014 . The installed bicycle rack shall not interfere with towing the bus. California Code Title 13 requires that bike racks be installed with a way for the Operator to determine whenever the bike rack is deployed.
TS 71. Finish and Color
TS 71.1 Appearance
Contractor shall utilize the LACMTA's existing local color scheme in its exterior paint design, (see Technical Specification Attachment 1 -Metro Local Exterior and Interior Fleet Standards for reference). Exterior colors shall be applied over a white base color. The manufac turer shall submit for LACMTA's approval, a drawing showing painting layout including striping bends and breaks during Pre-Production meetings. Drawing shall show location of bends as dimensioned from a convenient reference point. The Pilot Bus shall be pa inted according to this color scheme for approval by the LACMTA prior to application to the remainder of the buses.
Contractor shall submit to LACMTA all material safety data sheet (MSDS) for all exterior and interior finishing, coatings, adhesives, sealants and paints. Paints and coatings including finishes and sealants shall not contain lead or asbestos.
All exterior surfaces shall be smooth and free of wrinkles and dents. Exterior surfaces to be painted shall be properly prepared as required by the paint system supplier prior to application of paint to assure a proper bond between the basic surface and successive coats of original paint for the service life of the bus. Drilled holes and cutouts in exterior surfaces shall be made prior to cleaning, priming and painting, where possible, to prevent corrosion. The bus shall be completely painted in such a manner that replacement of exterior lights, windows, mirrors and other items that are applied to the exterior of the bus shall not leave paint outline . Body filler materials may be used for surface dressing, but not for repair of damaged or improperly fitted panels.
Paint shall be applied smoothly and evenly with the finished surface free of visible dirt and the following other imperfections:
• Blisters or bubbles appearing in the topcoat film.
• Chips, scratches, or gouges of the surface finish.
• Cracks in the paint film.
• Craters where paint failed to cover due to surface contamination. • Overspray.
• Peeling.
• Runs or sags from excessive flow and failure to adhere uniformly to the surface. • Chemical stains and water spots.
• Dry patch due to incorrect mixing of paint activators. • Buffing swirls.
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Finished surfaces shall resist damage by controlled applications of commonly used graffiti-removing chemicals.
The interior of both passenger doors shall be primed with suitable acid-resistant paint.
Proper adhesion between the basic surface and successive coats of the original paint shall be measured using an Elcometer adhesion tester as outlined in ASTM D4541 -85. Adhesion shall be a minimum 300 f oot.-pounds.
The bus manufacturer shall supply test samples of the exterior surface for each step of the painting process that may be subject to adhesion testing per ASTM G4541 -87 and ASTM D4145 -85. ASTM D4541-93 may be used for inspection testing during assembly of the vehicle.
High Gloss External Paint Finish Quality
Painted surfaces shall have an average 90 gloss as measured in A STM E97-92, “Standard Test Method For Directional Reflectance” and an orange peel rating of five or more on the Advanced Coating Technologies, Inc., orange peel standard panels set #APR 14941 or LACMTA accepted wave scan equipment Exterior painted surfaces shall have a minimum of 0.5-mil thick primer coat and a minimum 2.5-mil thick finish coat. Mil thickness shall conform to paint manufacturer's specifications.
TS 72. Decals, Numbering and Signing
Contractor shall furnish and apply all decals. Final size and loc ations shall be approved by LACMTA. Signs shall be d urable and fade, chip, and peel -resistant. All “screened” markings shall be coated with a protective abrasion resistant film that resists damage from cleaning chemicals, graffiti, and sunlight. The Contra ctor shall provide LACMTA with scaled electronic format drawings of the bus interior and exterior on DVD, compatible with AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator or other LACMTA approved f ile format. LACMTA shall utilize these drawings to illustrate the locations of all exterior and interior bus decals to be available at the first Pre-Production meeting or upon request. Contractor shall furnish any other markings necessary for identification of windo ws, hatches, etc., in both English and Spanish. Roof decals should be applied so that the bottom of the numbers point toward the street side. (Refer to Section TS 88.4 for Tables 18-19.) TS 72.1 Passenger Information
A total of two information " Take One" boxes and one minimum “Take Twelve” unit shall be supplied ( Refer to Section TS 88.1 for Approved Products). “Take One” boxes shall be mounted at both the front and rear doors in convenient locations for passengers and the minimum “Take Twelve” unit shall be located in a convenient location towards the front of the bus, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 73. Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting and reflectors shall comply, as applicable, with Part 393, Subpart B of the FMCSA and FMVSS 108. All exterior lights shall be designed to prevent entry and accumulation of moisture or dust. Commercially available LED-type lamps shall be utilized at all exterior lamp locations . Lamps, lenses and fixtures shall be interchangeable to the extent practicable. Two hazard lamps at the rear of the bus shall be visible from behind when the engine service doors are opened. Light lenses shall be designed and located to prevent damage when running the vehicle through an automatic bus washer. Front marker (clearance) lights along with lights located on the roof and sides of the bus shall have protective shields or be of the flush mount type to protect the lens against minor impacts, and be installed in such a manner to prevent water leakage through t he roof or side panels. Separate from any marker lights required by FMVSS, LED clearance lamps shall be provided on the roof surface at each bus corner to delineate bus height in accordance with Title 13 of the California Administrative Code Section 641. These four corner clearance lamps shall be lighted when the master switch is in the “Night Run” position.
Standard Lamps
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LED lamps shall be potted type and designed to last the life of the bus.
Lamp Size
LED lamps used for tail, brake and turn signal lamps shall be a minimum of seven inches in diameter.
TS 73.1 Backup Light/Alarm
Visible and audible warnings shall inform following vehicles or pedestrians of reverse operation. Visible reverse operation warning shall conform to SAE Standard J593. Audible reverse operation warning shall conform to SAE Recommended Practice J994 Type C or D.
TS 73.2 Doorway Lighting
Lamps at the front and rear passenger doorways shall comply with ADA requirements and shall activate only when the doors open. These lamps shall illuminate the street surface to a level of no less than one foot -candle for a distance of three feet outward from the outboard edge of the door threshold with a passenger standing in the threshold. The lights must be positioned overhead and shall be shielded to protect passengers’ eyes from glare.
Lighting for the ramp areas shall be designed to mee t Title 13 and ADA and FMVSS 404 standards. Lighting shall be provided to effectively illuminate the ramp area. Light shall be controlled by the ramp master switch on the driver’s dash and shall automatically illuminate when this switch is in the “ On” position. The lighting design shall minimize the effect of glare on passengers entering the bus through the wheelchair ramp door. During ramp operation, the street surface shall be illuminated to a minimum of six candlepower a distance of three feet beyond the external dimensions of the ramp platform once deployed.
TS 73.3 Turn Signals
Standard Turn Signals
Turn-signal lights shall be provided on the front, rear, curb and street sides of the bus in accordance with FMVSS 108 and Part 393, Subpart B of the FMCSA as appli cable. Two LED seven-inch diameter amber turn/hazard warning lights, one on each side of engine compartment, shall be furnished.
Forward and rear facing supplemental LED cornering lights shall be provided on the curb side of bus only. With the master switch in the “Night Run” position, the c ornering lights shall illuminate the street surfaces no less than three feet outward of the body only when activated by right-hand turn signal at 15 mph or less.
Cornering lights shall illuminate the street surfaces for 15 seconds when the doors close and the master switch is in “Night Run” position to assist an operator determine whether or not the areas by the doors are clear of people.
Wraparound Front Turn Signals
Front turn signals shall be of wrap-around design or shall be designed to be visible from the front and the near side of the bus.
TS 73.4 Headlights
Headlamps shall be designed for replacement of bulb without removing the headlamp bezel.
Standard Installation
Standard OEM headlight installation shall be provided in accordance with FMVSS 108 and Part 393, Subpart B of the FMCSA as applicable.
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Headlamps shall not incorporate a daytime running light feature.
LED/Halogen
Low beam headlamps shall be LED. High beam headlamps shall be halogen or LED. Lenses shall be resistant to hazing and yellowing, and have proper hardness to resist surface scratches and stone chips, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
TS 73.5 Brake Lights
TS 73.5.1 Transit Bus
Brake lights shall be provided in accordance with FMVSS 108 and Part 393, Subpart B of the FMCSA as applicable.
High and Center Mount Red Brake Lamp
Bus shall include red, high and center mount brake lamp(s) along the backside of the bus in addition to the lower brake lamps required under FMVSS 108. The high and center mount brake lamp(s) shall illuminate steady with brake application. Two LED seven-inch diameter sealed tail lights or 2-inch by eighteen-inch LED strip lights shall be mounted on each side of the engine closure door or rear end panels, so that the lights are not affected by engine heat (Refer to Section TS 88.1 for Approved Products). The (red) stop/tail lights shall be mounted directly above the (amber) directional signal lights. Two additional LED (red) stop lights shall be located above the engine compartment door on the centerline of the bus. If stop and tail lights are no t visible from the rear when engine door is in the open position, two LED four-inch diameter amber hazard warning lights, one on each side of engine compartment, shall be furnished and activated by the turn signals. Each light shall be replaceable as an i ndividual unit. Plastic lenses shall be protected with a high performance scratch and chemical resistant coating to prevent deterioration.
TS 73.5.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 73.6 Service Area Lighting (Interior and Exterior)
LED lamps with a minimum 264 lumens each s hall be provided in the engine and all other compartments where service may be required to generally illuminate the area for night emergency repairs or adjustments.
These service areas shall include, but not be limited to, PLC compartment(s), battery box( es), the engine compartment, the communication box, junction/apparatus panels and passenger door operator compartments.
Lighting shall be adequate to light the space of the service areas to levels needed to complete typical emergency repairs and adjustments . The service area lamps shall be suitable for the environment in which they are mounted. A minimum of five lamps shall be provided for engine compartment illumination. A common automotive electric lighter accessory socket shall be provided on, or adjacent to, the rear control panel to power 12-volt portable service lights and diagnostic computers, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
Engine compartment lamps shall be controlled by a switch mounted near the rear start controls. All other service area lamps shall be controlled by switches mounted on or convenient to the lamp assemblies. Power to the service area lighting shall be programmable. Power shall latch on with activation of the switch and shall be automatically discontinued (timed out) after 60 minutes to prevent damage caused by inadvertently leaving the service area lighting switch in the “On” position after repairs are made. 108
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TS 74. General Requirements
Materials shall be selected on the basis of maintenance, durability, appearance, safety, flammability and tactile qualities. Materials shall be strong enough to resist everyday abuse and be vandalism and corrosion resistant.
The interior shall be light colored, well lighted, simple, modern, and fre e from superficial design motifs. There shall be no sharp depressions or inaccessible areas, and it shall be easy to clean and maintain. Trim and attachment details shall be kept simple and unobtrusive. Interior trim shall be secured to avoid resonant vibrations under normal operational conditions.
Interior surfaces more than 10 inches below the lower edge of the side windows or windshield shall be shaped so that objects placed on them fall to the floor when the bus is parked on a level surface. With the exception of the Operators’ area and dash, the entire interior shall be cleanable with a hose that utilizes a liquid soap attachment. Interior shall accommodate periodic usage of commercially available cleaning agents, solvents and other chemicals for graffi ti cleaning and pest control. Any components and other electrical components within close proximity to these surfaces shall also be resistant to this cleaning method.
Additional anti-graffiti/vandalism treatments shall be applied to interior surfaces, sub ject to LACMTA approval during proposal period, to allow easy cleaning and removal of markings, adhesives, paint, scribing and etching on surfaces.
Interior surfaces, where possible, to be stainless steel or other vandalism resistant material.
TS 75. Interior Panels
Panels shall be easily replaceable and tamper -resistant. They shall be reinforced, as necessary, to resist vibration, denting, vandalism and other rigors of transit bus service. Individual trim panels and parts shall be interchangeable to the extent practicable.
Interior panel required to meet FMVSS 302.
Interior panels installed behind the exit door, (except for ceiling), shall be textured stainless steel only. Panels in other areas of the bus shall be stainless or other material as determined to bes t match appearance with the rear section of the bus subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
Fire Resistance
Materials shall comply with the Recommended Fire Safety Practices defined in FTA Docket 90-A, most recent revision.
TS 75.1 Driver Area Barrier
TS 75.1.1 Transit Bus
A barrier or bulkhead between the driver and the street-side front passenger seat shall be provided. The barrier shall minimize glare and reflections in the windshield directly in front of the barrier from interior lighting during night operati on. Location and shape must permit full seat travel and reclining possibilities that can accommodate the shoulders of a 95th -percentile male. The partition shall have a side return and stanchion to prevent passenger from reaching the driver by standing beh ind the driver’s seat. The lower area between the seat and enclosure must be accessible to the driver. The partition must be strong enough in conjunction with entire partition assembly for mounting of such equipment as flare kits, fire extinguishers (1.2 k g), microcomputer, public address amplifier, etc. Dark or black enclosures are preferred behind the driver’s head.
The enclosure should be isolated for noise control.
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Driver’s Area Barrier Door
A driver door of a ruggedized design intended for use in a transit bus environment shall be provided. It shall be a split door design. Upper and lower doors shall be opened or closed independently of each other. LACMTA may consider a single door with sliding glass. Each door, when closed, shall have a mechanism to latch from inside the operator compartment. Provision shall be made for emergency responders to gain access to a latched operator compartment. Door panels shall be standardized so that they are interchangeable from bus to bus. The door must allow access to all panels, dash and destination sign without requiring removal of the door.
The clear see -through AS2 polycarbonate panel or laminated safety glass in the driver door shall have no speaker holes. The clear panel shall resist clouding and discoloration by ultraviolet rays and by use of the cleaners currently in use at LACMTA.
The driver door shall minimize glare and reflections in the windshield directly in front of the barrier from interior lighting during night operation. It shall be installed in compliance with Driver Provisions, Controls and Instrumentation specified in TS 46 and any applicable ADA or safety standards.
The driver door shall not block boarding passengers from viewing the live display video monitor that is mounted above the driver’s seat.
The driver door shall be supported by tapping plates in bus frame structure in order for the door to blend in with bus interior decor.
The farebox handrail and driver’s paddle clipboard shall be designed and positioned so that the driver door will automatically latch upon closing without interfering with full farebox function while allowing mounting the farebox OCU, RAM dual pivot arm and driver’s paddle clipboard in a manner that is ergonomic to an operator in the driver’s seat.
With the bus on level ground, upper and lower doors, when open but not secured to the side, shall stay put where they are left, neither opening nor closing, without application of an external force. When closed, these doors shall not adversely impact the ingress and egress of passengers including those in a wheelchair or other mobility assistive device (i.e. fully ADA compliant). When fully open and secured, these doors shall be designed to minimize the impact on the ingress and egre ss of passengers including those in a wheelchair or other mobility assistive device.
The entire drive door assembly shall be replaceable in 30 minutes or less. The see -through panel in the barrier shall be replaced in 15 minutes or less using simple hand tools. Door hinges shall be a quick -release type to allow easy, rapid removal of the door panels.
TS 75.1.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 75.2 Modesty Panels
Sturdy divider panels constructed of durable, unpainted, stainless steel complementing the interior shall be provided to act as both a physical and visual barrier for seated passengers in front of each leading row of forward facing seats.
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Modesty panels shall extend from at least the window opening of the side windows, and those forward of transverse seats shall extend downward to one and 1.5 inches above the floor. Panels forward of longitudinal seats shall extend to below the level of the seat cushion. Dividers positioned at the doorways sh all provide no less than a 2.5 inches clearance between the modesty panel and a fully open, inward opening door, or the path of a deploying flip -out ramp to protect passengers from being pinched. Modesty panels installed at doorways shall be equipped with grab rails if passengers assist are not provided by other means.
The modesty panel and its mounting shall withstand a static force of 250 pounds applied to a four × four inch area in the center of the panel without permanent visible deformation.
At the rear door area a c lear non-glass panel, with multiple layer protective film installed on both sides, from above the modesty panel to the top of the daylight opening and attached to the stanchion.
Modesty panels shall be bolted or riveted to handrails or in stalled in U -channels with self -locking nuts and securely attached to stanchion and body side. Modesty panels located at the forward edge of the upper floor area shall be attached along the top to handrails for added stiffness. Panels shall be attached to bottom extruded anodized aluminum rails for stiffness.
TS 75.3 Front End
The entire front end of the bus shall be sealed to prevent debris accumulation behind the dash and to prevent the driver’s feet from kicking or fouling wiring and other equipment. The front e nd shall be free of protrusions that are hazardous to passengers standing at the front of the standee line area of the bus during rapid decelerations. Paneling across the front of the bus and any trim around the driver’s compartment shall be formed metal or composite material. Composite dash panels shall be reinforced as necessary, vandal-resistant and replaceable. All colored, painted and plated parts forward of the driver’s barrier shall be finished with a surface that reduces glare. Any mounted equipment must have provision to support the weight of equipment.
TS 75.4 Rear Bulkhead
The rear bulkhead and all rear interior surfaces, including air return grille, access doors and covers, with the exception of bus ceiling and enclosures adjacent to ceiling, shall be e mbossed stainless steel with “leather grain” finish. Ceiling and enclosures adjacent to ceiling shall be made of durable, corrosion re sistant, easily cleanable material subject to LACMTA approval. Surfaces, other than ceiling, not made of stainless materia l shall be uniform in color and match lighting panels to the extent possible. Finish shall permit easy removal of paint, grease, fingerprints, and ink. They shall be designed and reinforced, as necessary, to resist vibration, denting, vandalism, and other rigors encountered in LACMTA service. The rear bulkhead paneling shall be contoured to fit the ceiling, side walls and seat backs so that any litter or trash will tend to fall to the floor or seating surface when the bus is on a level surface. Any air vents in this area shall be louvered to reduce airflow noise and to reduce the probability of trash or litter being thrown or drawn through the grille. If it is necessary to remove the panel to service components located on the rear bulkhead, the panel shall b e hinged or shall be able to be easily removed and replaced. Grilles where access to or adjustment of equipment is required shall be heavy-duty and designed to minimize damage and limit unauthorized access. Unless otherwise specified , all wiring harnesses in the engine compartment shall terminate there for ease of replacement. Wire harnesses going through the bulkhead shall have a junction at the bulkhead.
TS 75.5 Headlining
Ceiling panels shall be made of durable, corrosion resistant, easily cleanable material sub ject to LACMTA approval during proposal period. Headlining shall be supported to prevent buckling, drumming or flexing and shall be secured without loose edges. Headlining materials shall be treated or insulated to prevent marks due to condensation where p anels are in contact with metal members. Moldings and trim strips, as required to make the edges tamperproof, shall be stainless steel, aluminum or plastic, colored to complement the ceiling material. Headlining panels covering operational equipment mounte d above the ceiling shall have an access panel installed to permit access to the equipment. Antenna access panel may be hinged or removable using 111
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TS 75.6 Fastening
Interior panels shall be attached so that there are no exposed unfinished or rough edges or rough surfaces.
Fasteners should be corrosion resistant. Panels and fasteners shall not be easily removable by passengers.
Exposed interior fasteners should be minimized, and where required shall be tamper-resistant.
TS 75.7 Insulation
Any insulation material used between the inner and outer panels shall minimize the entry and/or retention of moisture. Insulation properties shall be unimpaired during the service life of the bus. The insulation material shall be non -hygroscopic, non -asbestos, and resistant to fungus and breeding of insects. Any insulation material used shall not absorb or retain oils or water and shall be designed to prevent casual damage that may occur during maintenance operations.
The combination of inner and outer panels on the sides, roof, wheel wells and ends of the bus, and any material used between these panels, sha ll provide a thermal insulation sufficient to meet the interior temperature requirements. The bus body shall be thoroughly sealed so that the driver or passengers cannot feel drafts during normal operations with the passenger doors closed.
FTA Docket 90-A
All insulation materials, except for insulation entirely enclosed from the passenger compartment, shall comply with the Recommended Fire Safety Practices defined in FTA Docket 90-A, most recent revision.
TS 75.8 Floor Covering
All interior floor areas shall be cov ered with a combination of gray colored smooth and ribbed slip resistant rubber or equivalent floor covering bonded to the subfloor that remains effective in all weather conditions with 12-year unconditional warranty, subject to LACMTA approval . The floor covering, as well as transitions of flooring materials from the main floor area and to the step areas shall be smooth and present no tripping hazards. The floor covering shall closely fit the sidewall cove or extend to the top of the cove. Floor covering applied to wheel housing may be separate pieces. To the extent practical, the center strip may be two -piece and shall extend from the rear seat between the aisle seats to the front standee line.
The floor covering in the entry area shall be ribs aligned tr ansversely (perpendicular to the entrance door), and longitudinally (in line with the aisle), and shall be joined together smoothly. The integrally molded yellow standee line shall be integrally molded yellow at least two inches (± 1/8 inch) wide and shall have a consistent dimension across the bus aisle in line with the operator’s barrier.
The floor covering in the passenger area shall match the flooring in the entry area. The center strip shall be ribs aligned with the aisle. At the rear door a separate r ibbed strip as wide as the door opening shall extend from the center strip to the door with ribs aligned transversely (perpendicular to the door). The floor under the seats shall be covered with smooth surface flooring material. The floor covering shall cl osely fit the sidewall cove or extend to the top of the cove. The wheel housings may be separate pieces. The wheelchair parking area floor shall be covered with blue smooth flooring material that extends into adjacent senior seating areas.
Interior step treads (if required) shall be covered with ribbed flooring material or other non-slip flooring material.
The first step shall be yellow, and the second (if needed) shall have two inches wide yellow nosing the full width of the tread, which is fully blended, into the tread material. Sides of the steps shall be the same color as the yellow nosing or rest of the floor, and fully sealed to prevent peeling, tripping hazards, and water i ntrusion.
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Commercially available LED-type lamps shall be utilized at all interior lamp locations. The light source shall be located to minimize windshield glare, with distribution of the light focused primarily on the passengers’ reading plane while casting sufficient light onto the advertising display. The lighting system may be designed to form part of or the entire air distribution duct. The lighting system shall meet FCC Part 18; Class A regulation for EMI conducted and radiated emissions.
TS 75.10 Passenger
An overhead LED lighting system shall provide general il lumination in the passenger compartment. The lens material shall be translucent polycarbonate. Lenses shall be designed to effectively “mask” the light source.
Lenses shall be sealed to inhibit incursion of dust and insects yet be easily removable for serv ice. Access panels shall be provided to allow servicing of components located behind light panels. The entire light fixture shall be hinged to provide easy access to bus wiring and equipment mounted behind the light fixture. The fixture lens cover shall be easy to remove and clean and shall be retained by vandal resistant threaded screws.
Automatically Dimming First Row Lights
The first light on each side (behind the driver and the front door) is normally turned on only when the front door is opened, in “ Night Run” and “Night Park” As soon as the door closes, these lights shall go out. These lights shall be turned on at any time if the switch is in the “ On” position. Access to the wiring interconnects shall not require removing the fixture from the bus structure.
Dimming Second Row Lights
To help eliminate windshield reflection on suburban roads where street lighting is at a low level, the second light on each side, when “ Night Run” or “ Night Park” is selected, shall be controlled by the switch; off in “ Off” and dimmed in “Normal.” These lights shall be turned fully on at any time if the switch is in the “On” position.
The interior lighting design shall be subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
TS 75.11 Driver’s Area
The driver’s area shall have a light to provide general illumination, and it shall illuminate the half of the steering wheel nearest the driver to a minimum level of five foot-candles. This light shall be controlled by a switch that is convenient to the operator. The Operator's light shall be off when the Master Run Switch is in the “Off” position.
TS 75.12 Seating Areas (Transit Bus)
The interior lighting system shall provide a minimum 15 foot -candle illumination on a one sq uare foot plane at an angle of 45 degrees from horizontal, centered 33 inches above the floor and 24 in ches in front of the seat back at each seat position. Allowable average light level for the rear bench seats shall be seven-foot-candles.
TS 75.13 Seating Areas (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 75.14 Vestibules/Doors (Transit Bus)
Floor surface in the aisles shall be a minimum of 10 foot -candles, and the vestibule area a minimum of four foot-candles with the front doors open and a minimum of two foot-candles with the front doors closed. The front entrance area and curb lights (if needed) shall illum inate when the front door is open and master run switch is in the “lights” positions. Rear exit area and curb lights shall illuminate when the rear door is unlocked.
TS 75.15 Vestibules/Doors (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
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Step lighting for the intermediate steps between lower and upper floor levels shall be a minimum of four (4) foot-candles and shall illuminate in all engine run positions. The step lighting shall be low -profile to minimize tripping and snagging hazards for passengers and shall be shielded as necessary to protect passengers’ eyes from glare.
Front and rear passenger door areas shall be lighted to meet ADA requirements.
When the Master Switch is in the ”Night Run” position, the front and rear door area lights shall be on when the doors are open and off when the doors are closed.
TS 75.17 Ramp Lighting (Transit Bus)
Exterior and interior ramp lighting shall comply with CFR Part 49, Section 38.31.
Lights shall be provided at the doorway equipped with the wheelchair access system to floodlight the loading area.
Lighting for the ramp areas shall be designed to meet Title 13 and ADA and FMVSS 404 standards. Lighting shall be provided to effectively illuminate the ramp area. The light shall be wired through the ramp master toggle switch on the dr iver’s dash and shall automatically illuminate when this switch is in the “On” position.
The lighting design shall minimize the effect of glare on passengers entering the bus through the wheelchair ramp door. During ramp operation, the street surface shall be illuminated to a minimum of six candlepower a distance of three feet beyond the external dimensions of the ramp platform once deployed.
TS 75.18 Turntable Lighting (Articulated Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 75.19 Farebox Lighting
TS 75.19.1 Transit Bus
A light fixture shall be mounted in the ceiling above the farebox location. The fixture shall be capable of projecting a concentrated beam of light on the farebox. The light shall illuminate the top of the fare box and the surrounding floor area to a minim um of 15 foot -candles. This light will automatically come on whenever the front doors are opened and the run switch is in the “ Night Run” or “Night Park” position. A by-pass switch shall be provided on the Operator’s side console to keep the fare box light on when activated.
TS 75.19.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 76. Fare Collection
Space and structural provisions shall be made for installation of 41 -inch GFI Genfare Odyssey Validation farebox and shall be as far forward as practicable. Location of the fare collection de vice shall not restrict traffic in the vestibule, including wheelchairs if a front door loading device is used, and shall allow the driver to easily reach the farebox controls and to view the fare register. The farebox shall not restrict access to the driver area, shall not restrict operation of driver controls and shall not — either by itself or in combination with stanchions, transfer mounting, cutting and punching equipment, or route destination signs — restrict the driver’s field -of- view per SAE Recomm ended Practice J1050. The location and mounting of the fare collection device shall allow use, without restriction, by passengers. The farebox location shall permit accessibility to the vault for easy manual removal or attachment of suction devices. Meters and counters on the farebox shall be readable on a daily basis. The floor under the farebox shall be reinforced as necessary to provide a sturdy mounting platform and to prevent shaking of the farebox.
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Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 Adjacent to the farebox area and within easy reach of the Operator, Contractor shall provide a small clipboard approximately 4.5 inches by 5.5 inches to hold the operator schedule, (paddle).
The Contractor shall provide and install GFI Genfare Odyssey Validation farebox base plate, power leads and ITS interface cable, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
Note: Proposers are to contact GFI Genfare directly to determine correct part numbers, harness length requirements, etc. The under floor reinforcement shall be of adequate strength to anchor the farebox using GFI installation kit D22581-0005 or equivalent. Reinforcement plate shall include permanently attached nuts to secure the farebox base plate to the floor.
A circuit breaker protected, 20 -amp, 24-Volt DC battery circuit, shall be provided and powered through the battery connect switches. This power circuit shall include a grounded lead. A one -inch inside diameter waterproof conduit shall be provided from the ITS enclosure to the farebox base plate mounting location, through the bus floor, to protect the power leads and ITS interface cable, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre- Production meetings. Farebox end of conduit shall protrude above the floor at a minimum 1/2 inch to prevent moisture from entering the conduit.
TS 77. Interior Access Panels and Doors (Transit Bus)
Access for maintenance and replacement of equipment shall be provided by panels and do ors that appear to be an integral part of the interior. Removal of fixtures or equipment unrelated to the repair task to gain access shall be precluded or used only subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. Access doors shall be hinged with gas props or over-center springs, where practical, to hold the doors out of the mechanic’s way , subject to LACMTA approval during pre -production meetings. All overhead doors shall be hinged at the top and shall be prevented from coming loose or opening during transit service or in bus cleaning operations.
Access doors, when opened, shall not restrict access for servicing other components or systems Retention of all interior access panels shall be with tamper proof screws. Panel fasteners shall be standardized so that only one tool is required to service all special fasteners within the Bus subject to LACMTA approval in Pre- Production meetings. All fasteners that retain ac cess panels, excluding wheel well housing, and floor access panels, shall be captive in the cover. Removable light panels are not considered access panels unless specifically approved by LACMTA. Access doors in the Operators’ area forward of the standee li ne (including the front door actuator compartment) shall be secured with hand screws or latches and shall prevent entry of mechanism lubricant into the Bus interior.
TS 77.1 Floor Panels
Access openings in the floor shall be sealed to prevent entry of fumes and wa ter into the bus interior. Flooring material at or around access openings shall be flush with the floor and shall be edge-bound with stainless steel or another material that is acceptable to the LACMTA to prevent the edges from coming loose. Access openings shall be asymmetrical so that reinstalled flooring shall be properly aligned. Fasteners shall tighten flush with the floor.
The number of special fastener tools required for panel and access door fasteners shall be minimized.
PASSENGER ACCOMMODATIONS (TS 78-TS 82)
TS 78. Passenger Seating
TS 78.1 Arrangements and Seat Style (Transit Bus)
The passenger seating arrangement in the bus shall be such that seating capacity is maximized with a minimum of 38 seats, and in compliance to the following requirements:
Note: The LACMTA recognizes that ramp location, foot room, hip -to-knee room, doorway type, width, seat construction, floor level type, seat spacing requirements, ramp or lift, number of wheelchair positions, etc. ultimately affect seating capacity and layout.
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Passenger seats shall be arranged in a transverse, forward -facing configuration, except at the wheel housings and turntable, if applicable, where aisle -facing seats may be arranged as appropriate with due regard for passenger access and comfort. Other areas where aisle -facing seats may be provided are at wheelchair securement areas and platforms (such as for fuel tank storage space). The first forward facing seats at the curbside and street side shall be designated as reserv ed seating for the senior, the blind and a person on a cane or crutch. All reserved seating shall use seat inserts covered with Blue Chips fabric.
Rear Seats
The rear seat assembly shall accommodate four or five passengers as needed to meet the minimum se ating requirement. A maximum of three of the rear seat(s) shall be hinged to fully open for easy access to the engine compartment. The hinged seats shall latch in the closed position and be supported by a convenient prop in the open position.
USB Ports
The Type A USB device charging ports shall be provided for all seat locations. For transverse seats there shall be a dual port USB connector at double passenger seat locations , and a single port USB connector at the single passenger seat locations , mounted along the seat rails. At the rear settee there shall be a dual USB connector on each end of the settee positions along the seat rails. At the wheelchair flip up seat locations , a dual USB connector shall be positioned such that i t is easily accessible with the seat in either wheelchair or seating position. On any fixed longitudinal seats, a single port USB connector per seat shall be located on the seat rail adjacent to the seat. The exact locations of the charging ports shall be reviewed and approved by LACMTA during Proposal period. The USB connectors shall include spring loaded access doors that provide dust and water resistance to IP 64 rating. The ports shall be powered only when engine is running and shall provide five volts at two amps minimum power.
TS 78.2 Rearward Facing Seats (Transit Bus)
Rearward facing seats not allowed.
TS 78.3 Turntable Seating (Articulated Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 78.4 Padded Inserts/Cushioned Seats (Transit Bus)
Non-Padded Inserts
The passenger seats shall be equipped with vandal-resistant non-padded inserts throughout the bus.
Non-Padded Seat Configuration
Seats inserts shall be securely attached and shall be detachable by means of a simple release mechanism so that they are easily removable by the maintenance staff but not by passengers. To the extent practicable, seat inserts shall be interchangeable throughout the bus. Materials shall have high resistance to tearing, flexing and wetting.
TS 78.5 Seat Back Fitness
Back Insert Seat Configuration
The seat back insert thickness shall not exceed one inch in the knee room area.
TS 78.6 Drain Hole in Seats
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Not applicable.
TS 78.8 Hip-to-Knee Room
Hip-to-knee room measured from the center of the seating position, from the front of one seat back horizontally across the highest part of the seat to vertical surface immediately in front, shall be a minimum of 26 inches. At all seating positions in paire d transverse seats immediately behind other seating positions, hip -to-knee room shall be no less than 26 inches.
TS 78.9 Foot Room
Foot room, measured at the floor forward from a point vertically below the front of the seat cushion, shall be no less than 14 inches. Seats immediately behind the wheel housings and modesty panels may have foot room reduced.
TS 78.10 Aisles (Transit Bus)
The aisle between the seats shall be no less than 20 inches wide at seated passenger hip height. Seat backs shall be shaped to increase this d imension to no less than 24 inches at 32 inches above the floor (standing passenger hip height).
TS 78.11 Aisles (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 78.12 Dimensions (Transit Bus)
FIGURE 7
Seating Dimensions and Standard Configuration
Seat dimensions for the various seating arrangements shall have the dimensions as follows ( Refer to Figure 7):
• The width, W, of the two-passenger transverse seat shall be a minimum 35 inches. • The length, L, shall be 17 inches, ±1 inch.
• The seat back height, B, shall be a minimum of 15 inches. • The seat height, H, shall be 17 inches, ± one inch for the rear lounge (or settee) and longitudinal seats, and seats located above raised areas for storage of under -floor components, a cushion height of up to 18 inches, ± two inches, will be allowed. This shall also be allowed for limited transverse seats, but only with the expressed approval of the LACMTA during proposal period. • Foot room = F.
• The seat cushion slope, S, shall be between five and 11 degrees.
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• The pitch, P, is shown as reference only.
TS 78.13 Structure and Design (Transit Bus)
The passenger seat frame and its supporting structure shall be constructed and mounted so that space under the seat is maximized and is completely free of obstructions to facilitate cleaning.
Seats, structures and restraints around the securement area should not infringe into the mobility device envelope or maneuverability.
The transverse seat structure shall be fully cantilevered from th e sidewall with sufficient strength for the intended service. The lowest part of the seat assembly that is within 12 inches of the aisle shall be at least 10 inches above the floor.
In locations at which cantilevered installation is precluded by design and/or structure, other seat mounting may be allowed.
All transverse objects — including seat backs, modesty panels, and longitudinal seats — in front of forward - facing seats shall not impart a compressive load in excess of 1 ,000 pounds onto the femur of p assengers ranging in size from a 5th -percentile female to a 95th -percentile male during a 10g deceleration of the bus.
This deceleration shall peak at 0.05 to 0.015 seconds from initiation. Permanent deformation of the seat resulting from two 95th -percentile males striking the seat back during this 10g deceleration shall not exceed two inches, measured at the aisle side of the seat frame at height H. The seat back should not deflect more than 14 inches, measured at the top of the seat back, in a controlled manner to minimize passenger injury.
Structural failure of any part of the seat or sidewall shall not introduce a laceration hazard.
The seat assembly shall withstand static vertical forces of 500 pounds applied to the top of the seat cushion in each seati ng position with less than ¼ -inch permanent deformation in the seat or its mountings. The seat assembly shall withstand static horizontal forces of 500 pounds evenly distributed along the top of the seat back with less than ¼ -inch permanent deformation in the seat or its mountings. The seat backs at the aisle position and at the window position shall withstand repeated impacts of two 40-pound sandbags without visible deterioration. One sandbag shall strike the front 40,000 times and the other sandbag shall strike the rear 40,000 times. Each sandbag shall be suspended on a 36 -inch pendulum and shall strike the seat back 10,000 times each from distances of 6, 8, 10 , and 12 inches Seats at both seating positions shall withstand 4 ,000 vertical drops of a 40 -pound sandbag without visible deterioration. The sandbag shall be dropped 1 ,000 times each from heights of 6, 8, 10 and 12 inches. Seat cushions shall withstand 100,000 randomly positioned 3 .5- inch drops of a squirming, 150 pounds, smooth-surfaced, buttocks-shaped striker with only minimal wear on the seat covering and no failures to seat structure or cushion suspension components.
The back of each transverse seat shall incorporate a handhold no less than ⅞ in ch in diameter for standees and seat access/egress. The handhold shall not be a safety hazard during severe decelerations. The handhold shall extend above the seat back near the aisle so that standees shall have a convenient vertical assist, no less than four inches long that may be grasped with the full h and. This handhold shall not cause a standee using this assist to interfere with a seated 50th -percentile male passenger. The handhold shall also be usable by a 5th -percentile female, as well as by larger passengers, to assist with seat access/egress for e ither transverse seating position. The upper rear portion of the seat back and the seat back handhold immediately forward of transverse seats shall be padded and/or constructed of energy absorbing materials. During a 10g deceleration of the bus, the HIC nu mber (as defined by SAE Standard J211a) shall not exceed 400 for passengers ranging in size from a 5th percentile female through a 95th percentile male.
The seat back handhold may be deleted from seats that do not have another transverse seat directly behind and where a vertical assist is provided.
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Conformed Group A - 40-Foot CNG Technical Specifications Contract No: OP28367-000 Issued January 19, 2019 Modification No. 12 REV 1.14.19 Longitudinal seats shall be the same general design as transverse seats but without seat back handholds.
Longitudinal seats may be mounted on the wheelhouses. Armrests shall be included on the ends of each set of longitudinal seats except on the forward end of a seat set that is immediately to the rear of a transverse seat, the driver’s barrier, or a modesty panel, when these fixtures perform the function of restraining passengers from sliding forward off the seat. Armrests are not required on longitudinal seats located in the wheelchair parking area that fold up when the armrest on the adjacent fixed longitudinal seat is within 3 .5 inches of the end of the seat cushion. Soft padded arm rests shall not be utili zed. Armrests shall not be included in the design of forward facing seats. Armrests shall be located from seven to nine inches above the seat cushion surface. The area between the armrest and the seat cushion shall be closed by a barrier or panel. The top and sides of the armrests shall have a minimum width of one inch and shall be free from sharp protrusions that form a safety hazard.
Seat back handhold and armrests shall withstand static horizontal and vertical forces of 250 pounds applied anywhere along their length with less than ¼ -inch permanent deformation. Seat back handhold and armrests shall withstand 25,000 impacts in each direction of a horizontal force of 125 pounds with less than ¼ -inch permanent deformation and without visible deterioration.
TS 78.14 Structure and Design (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 78.15 Construction and Materials (Transit Bus)
Passenger seats and supporting structure shall be stainless steel. Complete seat assemblies shall be interchangeable to the extent practical. Seats panels shall be brushed (180 grit polish) stainless steel and shall be attached to the seat frame with tamperproof fasteners. Surface texture shall be consistent throughout the seat material, with no visually exposed portion painted. All visually exposed metal of the stan dard seat structure including mounting brackets and other components shall be stainless steel.
The seats shall be contoured for individuality, lateral support, and maximum comfort and shall fit the framework to reduce exposed edges. Objects within any portion of the head or chest impact zone such as handholds and seat backs shall not have sharp corners or edges less than ¼-inch radius.
Selected materials shall minimize damage from vandalism and shall reduce cleaning time. The seats shall be attached to the frame with tamper -resistant fasteners and is subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. To the extent practical, seat ins erts shall be interchangeable throughout the bus. Each seat insert shall be easily replaceable in less than one minute using simple hand tools and shall be demonstrated not to fail for a minimum of ten insert changes. The fabric material shall have high re sistance to tearing, flexing, and wetting and the coloring shall be consistent throughout the seat material, with no visually exposed portion painted. Any exposed metal touching the sides or the floor of the bus shall be stainless steel. The seat, pads and cushions shall be contoured for individuality, lateral support and maximum comfort and shall fit the framework to reduce exposed edges.
The minimum radius of any part of the seat back, handhold or modesty panel in the head or chest impact zone shall be a nominal ¼-inch. The seat back and seat back handhold immediately forward of transverse seats shall be constructed of energy -absorbing materials to provide passenger protection and, in a severe crash, allow the passenger to deform the seating materials in t he impact areas. Complete seat assemblies shall be interchangeable to the extent practicable.
Refer to Section TS 88.1 for seat fabric.
TS 78.16 Construction and Materials (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
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Passenger assists in the form of full grip, vertical stanchions or handholds shall be provided for the safety of standees and for ingress/egress. Passenger assists shall be convenient in location, shape, and size for both the 95th-percentile male and the 5 th-percentile female standee. Starting from the entrance door and moving anywhere in the bus and out the exit door, a vertical assist shall be provided on the aisle side of each forward facing aisle seating position. The vertical assists on the first forward facing reserved seats at the curbside and street side shall include an easily cleaned tactile feedback surface for passengers, such as knurling . All handholds and stanchions at front doorway, around farebox, and at interior steps for bi -level designs shall be yellow PVC coated, yellow powder coated or yellow nylon coated. Coating shall be 3 -mil minimum thickness.
Six overhead grey grab straps are to be provided on each side of the wheelchair areas. Vertical assists shall additionally be provided to ward the center of three and four passenger aisle facing seats attached to seat frame and overhead assist. Wheel housings not equipped with seats or equipment enclosure shall have a horizontal assist mounted on the top portion of the housing no more than seven inches higher than the wheel well housing.
The forward-most vertical stanchions on either side of the aisle immediately behind the driver’s area shall be stainless steel finish.
TS 79.1 Assists (Transit Bus)
Excluding those mounted on the seats and doors, the assists shall have a cross -sectional diameter between 1¼ and 1.5 inches or shall provide an equivalent gripping surface with no corner radii less than ¼ inch. Assists shall extend from near the leading edge of the seat and shall be functionally continuou s with the overhead assist. All passenger assists shall permit a full hand grip with no less than 1 .5 inches of knuckle clearance around the assist. Passenger assists shall be designed to minimize catching or snagging of clothes or personal items and shall be capable of passing the NHTSA Drawstring Test.
A crash resulting in a one- foot intrusion shall not produce sharp edges, loose rails, or other potentially dangerous conditions associated with a lack of structural integrity of the assists.
Any joints i n the assist structure shall be underneath supporting brackets and securely clamped to prevent passengers from moving or twisting the assists. Seat handholds may be of the same construction and finish as the seat frame. Door mounted passenger assists shall be of anodized aluminum, stainless steel or powder- coated metal. Connecting tees and angles may be powder -coated metal castings or molded plastic. Assists shall withstand a force of 300 pounds applied over a 12 -inch lineal dimension in any direction normal to the assist without permanent visible deformation. Assists shall be provided on both sides of passenger doors to provide safe ingress and egress. All passenger assist components, including brackets, clamps, scr ew heads and other fasteners used on the passenger assists shall be designed to eliminate pinching, snagging and cutting hazards and shall be free from burrs or rough edges.
TS 79.2 Front Doorway
Front doors, or the entry area, shall be fitted with ADA -compliant assists and shall be no less than 0.75 inch in width. Assists shall be as far outward as practicable, but shall be located no farther inboard than six inches from the outside edge of the entrance step and shall be easily grasped by a 5th -percentile female boarding from street level. Door assists shall be functionally continuous with the horizontal front passenger assist and the vertical assist and the assists on the wheel housing or on the front modesty panel.
TS 79.3 Vestibule (Transit Bus)
The aisle side of the driver’s barrier, the wheel housings, and when applicable the modesty panels shall be fitted with vertical passenger assists that are functionally continuous with the overhead assist and that extend to within 36 inches of the floor. These assists shall hav e sufficient clearance from the barrier to prevent inadvertent wedging of a passenger’s arm.
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TS 79.4 Rear Doorway(s) (Transit Bus)
Vertical assists that are functionally continuous with the overhead assist shall be provided at the aisle side of the transverse seat immediately forward of the rear door and on the aisle side of the rear door modesty panel(s). Passenger assists shall be provided on modesty panels that are functionally continuous with the rear door assists. Rear doors, or the exit area, shall be fitted with assists having a cross -sectional diameter between 1¼ and 1 .5 inches or providing an equivalent gripping surface with n o corner radii less than ¼ in ch, and shall provide at least 1.5 inches of knuckle clearance between the assists and their mounting. The assists shall be designed to permit a 5th -percentile female to easily move from one assist to another during the entire exiting process. The assists shall be located no farther inboard than six inches from the outside edge of the rear doorway step.
TS 79.5 Overhead (Transit Bus)
Except forward of the standee line and at the rear door, a continuous, full grip, overhead assist shall be provided. The assist shall be convenient to standees anywhere in the Bus and shall be located over the center of the aisle seating position of the forward facing seats. The assist shall be no less than 70 inches above the floor and shall terminate at the rear bulkhead or curve up to the ceiling with a minimum six-inch radius.
Grab straps shall be vinyl fabric. A minimum of six grab straps or other extensions as necessary shall be provided for overhead sections above each wheelchair securement area for the use by passengers that cannot reach to 70 inches.
Overhead assists shall simultaneously support 150 pounds on any 12-inch length. No more than five percent of the full grip feature shall be lost due to assist supports.
TS 79.6 Longitudinal Seat Assists (Transit Bus)
Longitudinal seats shall have vertical assists located between every other designated seating position, except for seats that fold/flip up to accommodate wheelchair securement. Assists shall extend from near t he leading edge of the seat and shall be functionally continuous with the overhead assist. Assists shall be staggered across the aisle from each other where practicable and shall be no more than 52 inches apart or functionally continuous for a 5th percenti le female passenger. A vertical assist or grab rail shall be provided convenient to the outer rear settee seats if they are immediately behind an aisle facing seat subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 79.7 Wheel Housing Barriers/Assists (Transit Bus)
Unless passenger seating is provided on top of wheel housing, passenger assists shall be mounted around the exposed sides of the wheel housings no more than seven inches higher than the wheel well housing, (and propulsion compartments if applicable), which shall also be designed to prevent passengers from sitting on wheel housings. Such passenger assists shall also effectively retain items, such as bags and luggage, placed on top of wheel housing.
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TS 80.1 Transit Bus
Doors shall be fully electrically powered.
Doorways will be provided in the locations and styles as follows. Passenger doors and doorways shall comply with ADA requirements.
All passenger door components, except door panels and glazing, must come from one single manufacture, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
TABLE 11
Door Locations and Styles
Front Door
Location Slide Glide
Double
(Two-Piece
Pantograph
Single
(One-Piece
Pantograph)
Outside
Sliding Plug
Forward of the front wheels
and under direct observation
of the driver.
X
Rear Doors(s)
Location Slide Glide
Outward
Opening
Swing With
Manual
Emergency
Reset
Outward
Opening
Swing With
Auto
Emergency
Reset
Double
(Two-Piece
Pantograph
Single
(One-Piece
Pantograph)
Outside
Sliding Plug
Alternative 1: Curbside
doorway centerline located
rearward of the point midway
between the front door
centerline and the rearmost
seat back.
X X
TS 80.1.1 Front Door
Door shall be forward of the front wheels and under direct observation of the driver.
TS 80.1.2 Rear Door(s)
Curbside doorway centerline located rearward of the point midway between the front door centerline and the rearmost seat back.
TS 80.2 Commuter Bus
TS 80.2.1 Front door
Not applicable.
TS 80.3 Materials and Construction
Structure of the doors, their attachments, inside and outside trim panels and any mechanism exposed to the elements shall be durable and corrosion-resistant. Pantographic type passenger rear doors are not acceptable.
Door panel construction shall be of cor rosion-resistant metal or reinforced non -metallic composite materials.
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The closing edge of each door panel shall have no less than two inches of soft weather stripping. The doors, when closed, shall be effectively sealed, and the hard surfaces of the doors shall be at least four inches apart.
The combined weather seal and window glazing elements of the front door shall not exceed 10 degrees of binocular obstruction of the dri ver’s view through the closed door. The lower section of the rear door shall be solid and constructed of the same material as the door. The interior rear door surface below the door glass shall be protected by a replaceable stainless steel or aluminum “Kic k Panel” that is easily replaceable with simple hand tools.
TS 80.4 Dimensions
TS 80.4.1 Transit Bus
FIGURE 8
Transit Bus Minimum Door Opening
CLEAR
WIDTH
FLOOR
OPENING
WIDTH
DOOR
HEIGHT
TRANSIT BUS MINIMUM DOOR OPENING
When open, the doors shall leave an opening no less than 76 inches in height. 31¾-inch Minimum Doorway Clear Width
Front door clear width shall be a minimum of 31¾ inches with the doors fully opened.
Rear door opening clear width shall be a minimum of 24 inches with the doors fully opened.
TS 80.4.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 80.5 Door Glazing
The upper section of both front and rear doors shall be glazed for no less than 45 percent of the respective door opening area of each section. The lower section of the front door shall be glazed for no less than 25 percent of the door opening area of the section.
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Zip type glazing rubber or quick change glazing exterior frame.
The front door glazing material shall have a minimum of 3/16-inch nominal thickness tempered safety glass.
The material shall conform to the requirements of ANSI Z26.1-1996 Test Grouping 2 Safety Glazing Materials and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673. Tinting shall be blue or green to match the windshield.
The rear door panel glazing material shall have a nominal ¼ -inch thick tempered glass conforming to the requirements of ANSI Z26.1 Test Grouping 2 and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673.
TS 80.6 Door Projection (Transit Bus)
TS 80.6.1 Exterior
The exterior projection of the front doors beyond the side of the bus shall be mini mized and shall not block the line of sight of the rear exit door via the curb side mirror when the doors are fully open. The exterior projection of both doors shall be minimized and shall not exceed 13 inches during the opening or closing cycles or when doors are fully opened.
TS 80.6.2 Interior
Projection inside the bus shall not exceed 21 inches, cause an obstruction of the rear door mirror, or cause a hazard for standees.
TS 80.7 Door Height Above Pavement
It shall be possible to open and close either passenger door when the bus loaded to gross vehicle weight rating is not knelt and parked with the tires touching an eight-inch high curb on a street sloping toward the curb so that the street side wheels are five inches higher than the right side wheels.
When the bus is at operating level, opened doors shall be 14 to 16 inches above the ground.
TS 80.8 Closing Force
Closing door edge speed shall not exceed 12 inches per second, and opening door speed shall not exceed 19 inches per second. Power doors shall not slam closed under any circumstance, even if the door is obstructed during the closing cycle. If a door is obstructed during the closing cycle, the pressure exerted on the obstruction shall not increase once initial contact has been made.
Doors closed by a return spring or counterweight -type device shall be equipped with an obstruction -sensing device that, at a minimum, alerts the driver if an obstruction is detected between the closing doors. Doors closed by a return sprin g or counterweight type device, when unlocked, shall be capable of being pushed to the point where the door starts to open with a force not to exceed 25 pounds applied to the center edge of the forward door panel.
Whether or not the obstruction sensing sys tem is present or functional, it shall be possible to withdraw a
1.5 inches diameter cylinder from between the center edges of a closed and locked door with an outward force not greater than 35 pounds.
The door system shall be designed in accordance with Title 13 of the California Administrative Code Section 1267.
TS 80.8.1 Rear Door Closing Force (Transit Bus)
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TS 80.9 Actuators
Doors shall open or close completely in 1.5 to 3 seconds from the time of control actuation and shall be subject to the closing force requirements.
Door actuators shall be adjustable so that the door opening and closing speeds can be independently adjustable to satisfy the abo ve requirements. Actuators and the complex door mechanism shall be concealed from passengers but shall be easily accessible for servicing.
Door actuators and associated linkages shall maximize door holding forces in the fully open and fully closed positions to provide firm, non -rattling, non -fluttering door panels while minimizing the force exerted by the doors on an obstruction midway between the fully open and closed positions.
The rear door actuator(s) shall be under the control of the vehicle operator and shall open and close in response to the position of the driver’s door control.
Doors that employ a “swing” or pantograph geometry and/or are closed by a return spring or counterweight - type device shall be equipped with a positive mechanical holding dev ice that automatically engages and prevents the actuation mechanism from being back -driven from the fully closed position. The holding device shall be overcome only when the driver’s door control is moved to an “Exit Door Enable” position and the vehicle is moving at a speed of less than 2 mph, or in the event of actuation of the emergency door release.
Locked doors shall require a force of more than 300 pounds to open manually. When the locked doors are manually forced to open, damage shall be limited to t he bending of minor door linkage with no resulting damage to the doors, actuators or complex mechanism.
TS 80.9.1 Actuator (Commuter Bus)
Not applicable.
TS 80.9.2 Rear Door Interlocks (Transit Bus)
Refer to Section TS 38 “Interlocks” for door system interlock requirements.
TS 80.10 Emergency Operation
In the event of an emergency, it shall be possible to manually open doors designated as emergency exits from inside the bus using a force of no more than 25 pounds after actuating an unlocking device at the door. The unlocking device shall be clearly marked as an emergency -only device and shall require two distinct actions to actuate. The respective door emergency unlocking device shall be accessible from the doorwa y area.
Activation of the emergency unlocking device shall cause the concurrent application of an interlock to stop the bus. The unlocking device shall be easily reset by the Operator without special tools or opening the door mechanism enclosure. Doors tha t are required to be classified as “Emergency Exits” shall meet the requirements of FMVSS 217.
In the event of power failure, the doors shall include a means of activating an unlocking device to allow entry from the outside of the bus using a special tool or key.
TS 80.11 Door Control
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TS 80.12 Door Controller
TS 80.12.1 Transit Bus
Five-Position Driver’s Door Controller
The control device shall be protected from moisture. Mounting and location of the door control device handle shall be designed so that it is within comfortable, easy arm’s reach of the seated driver. The door control device handle shall be free from interference by other equipment and have adequate clearance so as not to create a pinching hazard.
Position of the door control handle shall result in the following operation of the front and rear doors:
• Center position: Front door closed, rear door(s) closed or set to lock. • First position forward: Front door open, rear door(s) closed or set to lock. • Second position forward: Front door open, rear door(s) open or set to open. • First position back: Front door closed, rear door(s) open or set to open. • Second position back: Front door open, rear door(s) open or set to open.
TS 80.12.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 80.13 Door Open/Close
Operator-Controlled Front and Rear Doors
Operation of, and power to, the passenger doors shall be completely controlled by the Operator.
When the Master Control Switch is turned to the “Off” position and the bus is stopped with the parkin g brake applied the front door shall automatically open. When the Operator reenters the bus and turns the Master Control Switch to any position other than “Off”, the door shall remain open until the door control handle is cycled back in the “Close” position and the parking brake is released. The front and rear doors shall remain in commanded state position even if power is removed or lost.
TS 81. Accessibility Provisions
Space and body structural provisions shall be provided at the front door of the bus to accommodate a wheelchair loading system for the widest spectrum of passengers including children, adults, the elderly, and the physically disabled. Buses shall conform to all applicable ADA regulations.
TS 81.1 Loading Systems
Bus shall utilize a low-floor fully-electrically operated preferably self-leveling wheelchair ramp system subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
TS 81.2 Lift
Heavy-Duty Ramp System
The wheelchair ramp control system must be capable of communicating with, and receiving commands from, vehicle multiplex system.
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An automatically-controlled, power-operated, ramp system designed to maintain minimum slope possible and compliant to requirements defined in 49 CFR Part 38, Subpart B, §38.23c shall provide ingress and egress quickly, safely and comfortably, both in forward and rearward directions, for a passenger in a wheelchair from a level street or curb.
In the stored position of the ramp, no tripping hazards shall be present, and any resulting gaps shall be minimized. The controls shall be simple to operate with no complex phasing operations required, and the loading system operation shall be under the surveillance and complete contr ol of the driver. The bus shall be prevented from moving during the loading or unloading cycle by a throttle and brake interlock system. The loading system shall be inhibited from stowing/deploying when a passenger is on the ramp. A passenger departing or boarding via the ramp shall be able to easily obtain support by grasping the passenger assist located on the doors or other assists provided for this purpose. The system shall be designed to protect the ramp from damage and people on the sidewalk from injury during the lowering/raising phases of operation.
The loading platform shall be covered with a replaceable or renewable nonskid material and shall be fitted with devices to prevent the wheelchair from rolling off the sides during loading or unloading.
Deployment or storage of the ramp shall require no more than 15 seconds. The deployment function shall be capable of providing the minimum possible continuous slope by automatically aligning the inner and outer ramp surfaces. Each operation shall require con tinuous manual pressure to the momentary switch by the operator and shall not allow unintentional improper access system operation. The device shall function without failure or adjustment for 500 cycles or 5 ,000 miles in all -weather conditions on the desig n operating profile when activated once during the idle phase. A manual override system shall permit unloading a wheelchair and storing the device in the event of a primary power failure. The manual operation of the ramp shall not require more than 35 pounds of force. When manually activated the ramp shall not create a hazard for user through unintended movement of the ramp.
TS 81.4 Loading System for Level Boarding on a 45- to 60-foot Low-Floor BRT Not applicable.
TS 81.5 Wheelchair Accommodations
General
Two wheelchair passenger parking spaces shall be provided, per applicable ADA regulations. Location of spaces shall be as close to the wheelchair ramp or system as practical . Two securement devices or systems shall secure the wheelchair or mobility aids facing toward the front of the vehicle. Two mobility aids shall face rearward.
Forward Facing
Forward facing wheelchair securement and occupant restraint systems shall be the QPod or approved equal, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period, consisting of the self -tensioning, self- locking features on retractors, without tightening knobs. The retractors shall have the maximum amount of 7 ,000 pound red webbing attached to the large Transit “J” hooks.
Note: If knobs are required for operation of the system being offe red, it shall be indicated at time of bid submission.
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Rear Facing
Additional wheelchair securement devices and seat belts complying with all applicable provisions of 49 CFR Part 571; shall be provided for the two rearward facing wheelchair passengers.
Optional Third and Fourth Wheelchair Accommodations
Pricing shall be submitted for optional additional third and fourth wheelchair parking spaces . The additional spaces shall be provided p er applicable ADA regulations. Location of spaces shall be as close to the wheelchair ramp or system as practical. T he additional securement devices or systems shall secure the wheelchair or mobility aids facing toward the front of the vehicle.
Forward facing wheelchair securement and occupant restraint systems shall be the QPod or approved equal, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period, consisting of the self -tensioning, self- locking features on retractors, without tightening knobs. The retractors shall have the maximum amou nt of 7,000 pound red webbing attached to the large Transit “J” hooks.
Note: If knobs are required for operation of the system being offered, it shall be indicated at time of bid submission.
Additional equipment, including passenger restraint seat belts and wheelchair securement devices complying with all a pplicable provisions of 49 CFR P art 571, shall be provided for the two forward facing wheelchair passengers per ADA requirements, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period.
TS 81.5.1 Forward Facing Accommodations
The occupant restraints shall consist of the aisle side female retractor to be Automatic Locking Retractor [ALR] and the male or wall side retractor shall be Emergency Locking Retractor [ELR], equipped with a pin connector mounted on the ton gue for attachment of the shoulder belt female fitting. The shoulder belt retractor shall be Emergency Locking Retractor [ELR], and equipped with a female pin connector, to attach to the male lap belt pin connector to form a Type 2-A lap and shoulder belt combination.
The securement system shall comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA]. The system components shall be certified as being in compliance with the Society of Automotive Engineers, SAE J2249, Wheelchair Tie-Downs and Occupant Restraint Systems for use in Motor Vehicles.
Front Tie-Downs
The front retractors shall include a ratcheting mechanism. The retractors should be sized to accommodate large wheelchairs and be able to stabilize chairs of all types.
Rear Tie-Downs
The two rear retractors shall be equipped with a remote release, which operates both retractors simultaneously.
The retractors shall be mounted to the barrier. The spacing between the two retractors should be sized to accommodate all common wheelchairs, regardless of size.
Remote Release, Paddle Handle
The paddle handle remote release shall be mounted in either the front face of the barrier assembly, near the aisle side or in the forward facing flip -up seat bottom, near the aisle side, depending on the seat ing configuration.
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Kick plates or retractor guards shall be installed to guard the retractors from being damaged or depressed by passengers seated behind or adjacent to the wheelchair area.
Guards must be of adequate strength to prevent bending or distortion when used as passenger footrests.
The system shall incorporate storage positions for the wheelchair tie -downs that allow easy access by users and keep the belts clear of the floor.
Occupant Restraints
The aisle side female lap belt retr actor of ALR type should be mounted adjacent to or preferable on the same mounting bolt as the aisle side tie-down retractor. The red release lever should be accessible to the operator if release is necessary.
The wall side, male retractor of ELR type, sho uld be mounted adjacent to or preferable on the same mounting bolt as the wall side tie-down retractor. This will ensure that the occupant lap belts may pass through the space between the wheelchair arms and backrest or between the backrest and seat bottom and be allowed to bear directly on the bony structure of the occupant’s body or pelvic area.
Occupant restraints shall NOT be mounted in such a manner that belts must pass over wheelchair armrests, side panels, seat backs, barriers, through “D” rings, or other devices that will prevent the belts from following the proper path from the retractor to the occupant.
Male Lap Belt Stowage
A stowage device for the male lap belt Anchorage Adaptor should be mounted on the bottom of the side facing flip-up seat, to attach the male lap belt buckle or tongue when not in use. It should be mounted so it is easily accessible to the wheelchair occupant and/or the Operator.
Shoulder Belt
The shoulder belt retractor of ELR type should be mounted directly to the restraint assembly.
User Instructions
A durable metal instruction plate, describing the operation of the wheelchair securement and occupant restraint systems, shall be placed in an obvious location within the wheelchair securement area.
TS 81.5.2 Rear Facing Accommodations
The securement system shall be placed as near to the accessible entrance as practicable and shall have a clear floor area of 30 inches by 48 inches. Such space shall adjoin, and may overlap, an access path. Not more than six inches of the required clear fl oor space may be accommodated for footrests under another seat provided there is a minimum of nine inches from the floor to the lowest part of the seat overhanging the space.
Fold down seats may be incorporated to accommodate other passengers when a wheelchair or mobility device is not occupying the area.
The securement system shall secure common wheelchairs and mobility aids and shall either be automatic or easily deployed by a person familiar with the system and mobility aid and having average dexterity.
The padded barrier shall extend from a height of 38 inches from the vehicle floor to a height of 56 inches from the vehicle floor with a width of 18 inches, laterally centered immediately in back of the seated individual.
Fabric covering on the padded ba rrier shall be blue, subject to LACMTA approval. The barrier need not be solid provided equivalent protection is afforded.
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Maneuvering room inside the bus shall accommodate easy travel for a passenger in a wheelchair from the loading device and from the designated securement area. It shall be designed so that no portion of the wheelchair protrudes into the aisle of the bus when parked in the designated parking space(s). When the positions are fully utilized, an aisle space of no less than 14 inches shall be maintained. As a guide, no width dimension should be less than 34 in ches. Areas requiring 90 -degree turns of wheelchairs should have a clearance arc dimension no less than 45 inches, and in the parking area where 180-degree turns are expected, space should be clear in a full 60 -inches diameter circle. A vertical clearance of 12 in ches above the floor surface should be provided on the outside of turning areas for wheelchair footrest.
TS 82. Wheelchair Lifts (Commuter Bus)
TS 82.1 Lift
Not applicable.
TS 82.2 Lift Door
Not applicable.
TS 82.3 Lift Width
Not applicable.
TS 82.4 Lighting Requirements
Not applicable.
TS 82.5 Securement System
Not applicable.
TS 82.6 Roof Ventilation/Escape Hatches
One roof ventilator with lanyard / tether shall be provided and designed to perform as escape hatches in the roof of the bus. The ventilator shall be easily opened and closed manually. Ventilator with lever type release handle is not permitted. When open with the bus in motion, this ventilator sha ll provide fresh air inside the bus.
The ventilator shall cover an opening area no less than 425 sq . inches. and shall be capable of being positioned as a scoop with either the leading or trailing edge open no less than four) inches, or with all four edges raised simultaneously to a height of no less than 3 .5 inches. An escape hatch shall be incorporated into the roof ventilator. Roof ventilator shall be sealed to prevent entry of water when closed.
SIGNAGE AND COMMUNICATION (TS 83-TS 87)
TS 83. Destination Signs
An automatic electronic bright white LED destination sign system shall be furnished on the front, on the curbside near the front door, on the right -front windshield area and on the rear of the bus. The destination signs on the front and front curbside sha ll be bright white high definition. Display areas of destination signs shall be clearly visible in direct sunlight and/or at night. Sign system shall provide optimum visibility of the message display units for passengers and shall meet applicable ADA requirements.
The destination sign compartments shall meet the following minimum requirements:
• Compartments shall be designed to prevent condensation and entry of moisture and dirt. • Compartments shall be designed to prevent fogging of both compartment window and glazing on unit itself.
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• Front window exterior display area shall be sized to allow full visibility of the front destination sign.
Destination signs shall be installed in such a manner as to facilitate easy access and replacement of the entire sign assembly, or components. Components such as electronic control modules shall be replaceable from inside the Bus. Where possible, parts shall be commercially available.
All signs shall be controlled via a single human -machine interface (HMI). In the absence of a single mobile data terminal (MDT), the HMI shall be conveniently located for the bus driver within reach of the seated driver.
The HMI shall include an Ethernet port . Alternatively, the designation sign devices shall be 802.11 Wi -Fi compliant.
Optional Full Color Destination Signs
Pricing for optional full color signs in; Front, Side, Rear and Run Number locations, shall be submitted on Price Form PF-1, Schedule of Optional Vehicle Configuration. The signs shall be capable of u tilizing the full color spectrum for displaying characters and background with adjustable resolution to provide optimum clarity for passengers reading the messages . The color s igns shall meet all sections of TS 83 requirements for white signs where applicable.
Front Destination Sign
The front destination sign shall have no less than 4,800 pixels, 24 rows by 200 columns, with a message display area of not less than 8.01 inches high by not less than 64.6 inches wide.
Side Destination Sign
Side display area shall have no less than 1,568 pixels, 14 rows by 112 columns with a message display area of not less than 4.3 inches high by not less tha n 41.6 inches wide. The sign located near the front door shall not block the driver’s critical horizontal line of sight.
Rear Route Number Sign
The route number display area shall have no less than 768 pixels, 16 rows by 48 columns with a message display area of not less than 6.1 inches high by not less than 17.0 inches wide. The rear route number sign shall be located a minimum of 90 inches above ground on the curb side rear corner of the Bus.
Destination Sign Control
Power to the sign system shall be controlled by the Bus "Master Run" switch. Sign system shall be operable in all switch positions except "Off".
Destination messages, route designations, and public relations messages shall be independently selectable via the Operator's Control Unit (OCU) whic h shall include a display monitor. The OCU shall communicate to the main processor board via a standard RS 485 serial bus and SAE J1708. Software shall be capable of programming 10,000 message lines. The number of public relations messages shall be limited only by the remaining number of message lines not used for destination purposes. The three -digit destination code shall accept all hexadecimal numbers (i.e. 0-9, A, B, C, D, E, & F).
The rear route number sign shall be controlled by the same OCU that operates the destination signs. The OCU display monitor readout shall show the exact information displayed on the destination signs and route number sign.
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An emergency message shall be initiated by the closure, or opening, of a dry contact switch or relay. The emergency message shall be displayed on the exterior of the bus only. The OCU shall not display the emergency message. The destination sign shall auto matically resume normal operation only after battery power to the destination sign system is removed and restored through the battery disconnect switch.
Destination Sign Programming
The electronic sign system shall be programmable via an integral connector located in the front destination sign area. Software shall be furnished for programming the sign system via an IBM compatible lap -top computer. Software shall be capable of providin g a high degree of flexibility to create, or select preprogrammed, fonts and graphic displays. The sign shall have the capability of being programmed in the field using a PC or field programmer. Message program information shall be transferable to and/or f rom the field programmer device, via a USB 2.0 or better.
The LACMTA shall provide the Contractor with a complete listing of destination sign readings for initial sign programming by the manufacturer.
Run Number Sign
A three-character electronic run number display shall be provided at a LACMTA approved location in the right front windshield. All three character spaces shall have the capability to display 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and X readings.
TS 84. Passenger Information and Advertising (Transit Bus) TS 84.1 Interior Displays
Provisions shall be made on the rear of the driver’s barrier or equipment box located on the wheel well for a frame to retain information such as routes and schedules.
A total of two information "Take One" boxes and one minimum “Take Twelve” unit shall be supplied. The “Take One” boxes shall be mounted at both the front and rear doors in convenient locations for passengers and the “Take Twelve” unit shall be located in a convenient location towards the front of the bus, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
Advertising media 11 inches high and 0.09 inch thick shall be retained near the juncture of the bus ceiling and sidewall. The retainers may be concave and shall support the media without adhesives. The media shall be illuminated by the interior light system.
TS 84.2 Exterior Displays
Not applicable.
TS 85. Passenger Stop Request/Exit Signal
TS 85.1 Transit Bus
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A minimum of 12 wireless stop request signal buttons utilizing a yellow housing shall be evenly distributed in the passenger cabin to be functionally accessible to all seated passengers subject to LACMTA approval in Pre- Production meetings. The buttons shall not incorporate internal battery power to operate and shall include, as part of the system, a means to easily troubleshoot failures. Of those, on e each stop request button shall be 132
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Stop Request buttons in the ADA and senior seating areas shall be located 45 inches above the floor. Two additional Stop Request buttons shall be placed in senior seating area.
TS 85.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 85.3 Signal Chime
TS 85.3.1 Transit Bus
A single “ Stop Requested” chime shall sound wh en the system is first activated. A double chime shall sound anytime the system is activated from wheelchair passenger areas.
Buttons for exit signals located in the wheelchair and senior passenger areas shall be no higher than four feet above the floor. Instructions shall be provided to clearly indicate function and operation of the exit signals.
TS 85.3.2 Commuter Bus
Not applicable.
TS 86. Communications
An equipment enclosure shall be provided to accommodate installation of LACMTA provided equipment, such as the LACMTA’s radio system and future ITS equipment. The ITS enclosure shall include a minimum of four modular slide out trays which are easily remova ble and can be repositioned to accommodate changes in equipment position as needed. The existing ATMS radio requires a clear space above the bottom slide out tray with a minimum of 15 inches high, 19.5 inches wide, and 25 inches deep. The clear space abo ve the second and third slide out trays shall be sized to accommodate Contractor supplied DVR and other equipment. Unless otherwise specified, additional ITS equipment provided and installed by the Contractor shall also be installed within the ITS enclosure. The enclosure shall be located directly behind the Operator's area on the street side wheel housing.
The ITS enclosure shall be as large as practical to facilitate future expansion of ITS equipment. The ITS enclosure shall be splash-proof and properly ventilated when the service door is secured. Slide out trays shall incorporate heavy-duty slide or roller mechanism to support a minimum of 150 pounds of loading and shall be able to withstand the normal shock and vibration, (under full load) experienced i n LACMTA revenue service, without damage to the locks, slide or roller mechanisms. Slide out trays shall have locking mechanisms which automatically lock the trays in the stored and extended positions. Once a tray is locked, slides shall not have any horizontal play. L-shaped aluminum plate shall be mounted on the bottom tray to secure ITS equipment .
LACMTA shall provide sample slide out trays with L-shaped plate during Pre-Production meetings.
Service light(s) with suitable switch shall be provided within the enclosure, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre- Production meetings. The Contractor shall provide 12-volt power outlet in the ITS Compartment.
Communication System Integration
All bus subsystems shall be integrated to the maximum extent feasible with Metro’s existing on -board communication systems. This may include using J1708 and J1939 CAN -Bus vehicle network, Wi -Fi and cell modem(s), Bluetooth, or Metro’s ATMS voice and data radio VHF communication system. Sub-systems should avoid using designs that require the use of new, stand alone, dedicated and/or proprietary communication networks. Sub -systems should also avoid using fee based sub scription services for communication or data processing. Other factors being equal, preference will be given to subsystems that take advantage of existing Metro vehicle communication infrastructure and management systems.
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To the extent practical, when a GPS reference is used, the various systems shall share a common antenna or signal.
TS 86.1 Camera Surveillance System
An automatic digital video recording system shall be provided powered directly from batteries, bypassing the Master Battery Disconnect Switch(es), to operate (record images) at all times with the Master Control Switch in any position except " Off”. The system shall operate up to one hour (independently programmable) after the Master Switch is turned off. The system sh all be self-initiating and operate at any time, with the Master switch in any position, including “ Off”, if triggered by the activation of the Bus SAS. When triggered, the system shall tag images (write protect) to prevent overwrite.
All cameras must autom atically adjust to light changes to capture images that have sufficient clarity at night, with bus lights on and off. A day-to-night demonstration shall be required to establish camera performance and final placement for optimum views and clarity. The LACM TA shall witness the demonstration and approve the final placement of the cameras. This demonstration must be successfully completed prior to approval of the Pilot Bus(es).
The types (part numbers), of cameras shall be minimized with a single camera type f or interior, and a single camera type for exterior of Bus. Exceptions to this requirement shall be considered on a case -by-case basis during Pre-Production meetings.
Interior Cameras
The camera housing shall be vandal resistant but allow access for routine servicing. Field of view of the cameras shall be adjusted with a 60 degree vertical and 60 degree horizontal without relocating the camera.
Each camera shall be IP type color images. Front interior camera(s) at front door passenger boarding area shall record audio subject to LACMTA approval during Pre-Production meetings.
Cameras shall be placed for best recording of the following five areas:
a) Forward 1/3 of passenger area, view of front vestibule, farebox transactions and field-of-view to include Operator and image of bus number located on Operator’s barrier. b) Front door, passenger boarding.
c) Rear door, passenger exiting.
d) Middle 1/3 passenger area.
e) Rear 1/3 passenger seating area starting from behind rear door with a primary emphasis on the rearmost seats.
Interior Camera Monitors
A video monitoring system including two, color, LCD video monitors with a minimum 15 inch diagonal dimension and all necessary brackets, cabling and other equipment needed for installation shall be provided to allow passenge rs easy viewing of video images captured by existing interior bus cameras. Monitors and equipment shall be installed in compliance with Driver Provisions, Controls and Instrumentation ( Refer to Sections TS 46 -TS 48) and any applicable ADA or safety standards.
The first monitor shall be mounted above the driver’s area facing the entrance door and display a live video feed of the passengers boarding the bus.
The second monitor shall be mounted in passenger area of the bus facing the rear of the bus and display a live video feed of the passengers riding on the bus including those in wheelchair securement areas.
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Monitors shall include a replaceable shield or durable film over the monitor screens to protect them from vandalism. This sacrificial layer shall be replaceable in 5e minutes or less using simple hand tools.
Monitor enclosures and screens shall not be affected by periodic cleaning using commercially available cleaning agents, solvents and other chemicals used for removal of graffiti.
Exterior Cameras
Cameras shall be IP type, rated for water spray and submersion, (IP65 and IP67) , housed in impact resistant, moisture resistant, low profile housings which do not protrude more than 2.5 inches from the bus body. If used, a cover placed over the camera lens shall be glass. Curbside camera housings shall be ruggedized to protect from impacts with trees and other objects encountered during routine service. This shall include a supplemental metal shield if necessary to meet this requirement. The camera circuitry and lens shall be easily replaceable from inside the bus or by removing the housing from outside the bus using common hand tools.
Camera positions and adjustment are subject to LACMTA approval at Pilot Bus. Reusable waterproof seals to prevent water damage to the camera and circuitry shall be provided which will not require the use of additional sealant such as silicon after servicing the camera. The system shall be designed or configured such that the failure of any individual camera will not affect operation of the remaining cameras.
Cameras shall be placed for best recording of the following four areas:
a) Forward looking through windshield (Accident Surveillance) b) The curb side area of the bus, (including exit door), and street from 10 feet beyond front bumper to 10 feet beyond rear bumper
c) Street side area of the bus and street from ten feet beyond the front bumper to 10 feet beyond the rear bumper
d) Rear camera shall view the ground behind the bus from the bumper to approximately 25 feet back when gear select is placed in “Reverse” position.
Forward Accident Surveillance Camera
The forward looking surveillance camera shall be positioned to obtain images of the exterior front of the bus and forward approximately 100 feet of roadway to record images in the event of an accident.
Camera Monitor
Dash mounted monitor for viewing of selected camera images when; gear selector is placed in “Reverse” or passenger doors are open. Monitor shall be user configurable and capable of simultaneous display of images from multiple camer as. Final monitor configuration is subject to LACMTA approval during Pre-Production meetings
Central Processor
The video security system central processor shall be packaged in a suitable ventilated , shock mounted and splash resistant enclosure keyed to LACMTA standards, located within the ITS enclosure, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. Images shall be stored by the system on a removable mobile rated hard drive provided with a security lock typical to the existing LACMTA base station.
Images stored on the hard drive shall be organized for automatic transmittal via a digital modem. The hard drive shall have capacity to store a minimum of 240 images per second for 30 continuous days (18 hours per day) before automatic overwrite occurs.
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All image requests and subsequent downloaded files shall have the capability to be stored on a hard drive. The hard drive shall be easily removed and video files viewed at a separate location equipped with the same drive mechanism.
System Management Tool
Central Processor shall utilize GPS data to synchronize system time and tag video files with location coordinates allowing files to be searched on a geographic location basis using the System Management Tool .
Camera Surveillance System shall utilize a WLAN compatible with wireless networks in use at LACMTA divisions and shall incorporate a system management tool for; wirele ss download of video files in a timely manner, software upgrades, camera checks, configuration changes and health reports as required. Final configuration is subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
System management tool shall be a virtual i mplementation and provide expansion capability including compatibility with existing video management applications at LACMTA.
In addition, System Management Tool shall:
• Be configured to run in Master-Slave mode under Virtual Box. • Provide the ability to replicate user accounts and passwords from Master to Slave. • Include provisions for future application authentication to Metro Microsoft Active Directory. • Allow user management at Master server and all Slave servers with inherent accounts from Master. • Backup the restore virtual image via the host operating system to last backup state. • Support Metro Enterprise backup and archive management tools such as IBM Tivoli. • Support use of Metro’s MS Windows 2008 R2 approval image on host servers with Metro dom ain and security policies.
• Allow NAS storage at remote sites.
• Include OS and application security and patch management process. • Be optimized for hardware utilization in shared computing resources with Orbital DIS.
Given the current Metro wireless specification, Camera Surveillance System shall be able to wirelessly download 30 minutes of video in less than 30 minutes.
WLAN shall also be capable of transmitting encrypted video images or files on a real-time basis to a laptop PC held by law enforcement personal adjac ent to or behind the bus. DVR status and event data shall also be made available through J1708/1587 interface to ATMS VAN. DVR shall be individually programmable to record each camera sequentially.
The system management tool for use at up to 13 LACMTA operating divisions shall be provided , subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-production meetings.
Enhanced Video Recording System Option
Pricing for optional features to enhance the video recording system shall be provided on Price Form PF-1, Schedule of Optional Vehicle Configuration. The features shall include items listed below along with any other enhancements that Contractor believes would improve functionality and ease of use for the video recording system.
• Ability of video system to analyze and discern events such as wheelchair passengers and generate report information with summary data such as wheelchair passenger count and boarding/alighting locations, subject to LACMTA approval.
• The ability to utilize the dash mounted display for diagnostic work or configuration changes on the DVR. • Incorporation of a 360 degree camera(s) for better surveillance of bus interior. 136
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Contractor shall install a public address (PA) system which enables the Operator to perform audible announcements. A switch shall be provided to allow the Operator to select announcements either inside, outside, or both. The location of the gooseneck microphone is subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
PA Amplifier
The PA amplifier shall be supplied in the ITS compartment convenient for adjustments ( Refer to Section TS
88.1 Approved Equals ). The amplifier shall be supplied with a 12 -volt DC switched service. The amplifying system shall be balanced such that no ad justment of volume is necessary when switching from inside to outside. The system shall automatically mute when not in use.
Gooseneck Microphone
A microphone shall be mounted on a heavy-duty black anti-glare gooseneck with quick release input jack. The gooseneck microphone shall be mounted in a position to allow the operators’ to comfortably speak without using their hands. The microphone, when deployed, shall remain stable in it s’ position and be easily adjusted by the Operator to reach approximately four inches from their mouth, in all normal seat adjustment positions. A strain relief (p -clip or equal) shall be installed near the base as needed to prevent a gooseneck failure when the microphone is pulled to its adjustment limit. A padded bracket shall be p rovided to support the gooseneck when not in use.
TS 86.2.1 Speakers
Interior and exterior speakers shall be of sufficient capacity to ensure that they are not damaged when full amplified power is applied. Inside speakers shall broadcast, in a clear tone, announceme nts that are clearly perceived from all seat positions at approximately the same volume level. Speakers shall be located in the light panel/HVAC duct to deter vandalism. The speakers shall not be mounted directly on the surface of the ceiling panels. A wea ther-proof speaker(s) shall be provided outside the bus so that announcements can be clearly heard by passengers standing near the door equipped with the wheelchair access. Interior loudspeakers shall be installed with proper phasing. Total impedance seen at the input connecting end shall be 4 to 8 Ohms.
Mounting shall be accomplished with riv-nuts and machine screws.
Speaker wires from each individual speaker (inside and outside) shall terminate in the ITS enclosure.
TS 86.3 Automatic Passenger Counter (APC)
Provisions and necessary cables for installation of door sensors and analyzer(s) for IRMA -Matrix with J1708 infrared APC system ; including software integration, testing, first article acceptance and any other items necessary for proper operation shall be provided, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 86.4 Radio Handset and Control System
Make Ready Provisions
The Contractor shall provide “Make Ready Provisions” that will accommodate post -delivery installation of LACMTA provided equipment such a s radio and future Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) equipment.
Detail design of the ITS Make Ready Provisions shall be finalized during Pre -Production meetings and Pilot Bus build. Make Ready Provisions shall be approved by the LACMTA prior to start of production. The provisions shall include specified equipment, (such as antennas and preinstalled cabling), space for LACMTA provided ITS equipment, power supply circuits, conduit system, and structural mounting provisions.
The following devices are to be included in the LACMTA’s ITS system for installation by the LACMTA after delivery of the bus:
a) Voice Radio.
b) Data Radio.
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e) Automatic Passenger Counting (APC) Door Sensors.
f) J1708 Vehicle Area Network Controller (Part of IVU)
g) Driver Control Module (DCM).
h) Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) Processor (Part of IVU).
TS 86.4.1 Drivers Speaker
Not applicable.
TS 86.4.2 Handset
Contractor will supply and install a handset for driver use. (Refer to Section TS 88.1 Approved Equals).
TS 86.4.3 Driver Control Module (DCM)
Space and mounting provisions shall be provided for an ATMS Driver Control Module (DCM) (Orbital Sciences 111240-1DCM). The DCM installation provisions shall appear as an integral part of the operator area design.
The location of the DCM shall provide the Operator with a free and unobstructed view of the DCM controls/display and be within easy reach of the Operator. The DCM shall be positioned to minimize glare and maximize readability in all lighting conditions and Operator seat positions.
Provisions for the DCM shall accommodate the following specifications:
TABLE 12
DCM Specifications
Property Specification
Maximum height: 8 inches
Maximum width: 8.7 inches
Maximum depth: 3.1 inches
Housing: Splash proof and UV resistant
Shock tolerance: 18g for 3 ms
Vibration tolerance: 4g peak rms @ 5 to 150 Hz
Contractor shall install a driver display unit as close to the driver’s instrument panel as possible.
TS 86.4.4 Emergency Alarm
Contractor shall install an emergency alarm that is accessible to the driver but hidden from view. The guarded Silent Alarm System (SAS) switch shall be mounted on control panel located to the left of seated Operator, (Refer to Section TS 88.1 Approved Equals ). The four -corner clearance lamps shall flash when the SAS is activated. Two 16ga leads, (color to be determined during Pre-Production meetings), shall be wired to the normally closed SAS switch te rminals and routed to the ITS Equipment enclosure. SAS switch location and lead wire routing is subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings.
TS 86.5 ITS Provisions Power Supply
The ITS enclosure shall be provided with protected power buss circuits for the future LACMTA installed ITS equipment. These power requirements are in addition to Contractor provided equipment power requirements.
Each power buss will include mounting provisions for up to six individual manual resetting circuit breakers for branch circuits feeding equipment located within the enclosure. 138
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ITS Power Provisions
Source Volt Circuit Quantity
Through Battery
Disconnect Switch(es)
12 a) 20-amp, DC 1
24 b) 20-amp, DC 1
Gnd Return for 20 amp circuits 1
Ignition 12 a) 10-amp, DC multiplex controlled circuit. 2 24 b) 10-amp, DC multiplex controlled circuit. 2
Gnd Return for switched circuits 2
TS 86.6 ITS Provisions Conduits
A system of pre -installed “ITS conduits” will be provided to assist with future installation and replacement of wiring and cabling associated with the LACMTA’s ITS equipment listed in TS 8 6.4. ITS Conduits, in conjunction with existing bus wire ways, will be required where future LACMTA installation and replacement of cabling is not practical due to obstructions from items such as interior paneling, bus structure or other assemblies. In general, conduits exposed to the interior of the bus shall be water tight and have a minimum
1.5 inch inside diameter and be routed to permit pulling cables, including connectors, through the conduits using a preinstalled “pull wire”. Conduits will be terminated at the ITS enclosure using suitable reusable water tight fittings. Conduit installation shall follow best commercial practices with regard to drip loop s and routing to avoid moisture problems.
Conduits, in conjunction with existing bus wire ways, shall permit interconnection of ITS sub -systems and devices as follows:
TABLE 14
ITS Conduits
From Termination
Antenna, Data Radio Transceiver ITS Enclosure
Antenna, GPS Receiver ITS Enclosure
Antenna, Voice Radio Transceiver ITS Enclosure
Antenna, Wireless LAN ITS Enclosure
Antenna, Two spare positions ITS Enclosure
APC Door Sensors, Front Door ITS Enclosure
APC Door Sensors, Rear Door ITS Enclosure
Engine Control Processor ITS Enclosure
Exterior Speaker ITS Enclosure
Farebox ITS Enclosure, 1” ID
Front Dash ITS Enclosure
Head sign Compartment Front Dash
Interior Information Sign, Front ITS Enclosure
Interior Information Sign, Rear ITS Enclosure
Interior Speakers ITS Enclosure
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PLC Compartment ITS Enclosure
Radio Control Head ITS Enclosure, 2 ¼ “ ID
Security System Processor ITS Enclosure
Transmission Control Processor ITS Enclosure
Upper Center Windshield ITS Enclosure, 1-1/2” ID
TS 86.7 Provisions, Automated Vehicle Announcement (AVA) System Structural provisions and necessary cables shall be provided in the ceiling to install two AVA signs constructed to withstand the heavy -duty environmental and service conditions found in transit operations. The front sign shall be located near the standee line. The rear double -sided sign shall be positioned adjacent to the exit door and forward of the interior steps.
Both the front and rear double-sided signs shall be installed by Contractor.
TS 86.8 ITS Provisions, Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) WLAN antenna, including five leads; two Cellular, two Wi-Fi and one GPS and an additional Wi-Fi antenna inside the bus for passenger. Sierra Wireless, InMotion MG90 or an approved equal wireless router/switch and feedline shall be installed, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. (Refer to Section TS 88.1 Approved Equals). Router shall include gateway activation and client license fees as well a s prefe rred AS, AMM with 3-year and group 2 per gateway. Power for wireless router/switch shall be independently timed by the router to allow automatic turn -off one hour or more after bus is parked as a configurable feature of the router.
TS 86.9 ITS Provisions, Radio Antennas
Provide two Antenna Specialists (508 MHz and 900 MHz) radio antennas for voice and data radios. The antennas should have a feedline of RG -142 signal loss and physical quality specifications or better. The antennas shall be attached to the roof wit h antenna leads routed through 3/4 -inch inside diameter conduits to the ITS enclosure. Antenna leads shall be type RG142 coaxial cable connected at the antenna by a soldered type N connector and 90 -degree type N adapter with a minimum four-inch service loo p. A type N soldered connector and a RG142 reducer shall be supplied for the radio connections in the ITS enclosure. The antenna mounting and lead termination shall be accessible from the Bus interior, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre- Production meetings. Antennas shall not be painted. (Refer to Section TS 88.1 Approved Equals).
TS 86.10 ITS Provisions, Global Positioning System (GPS) A Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) Antenna and feedline shall be provided. The GPS Antenna shall be mounted on the centerline of the roof of the bus near the front, with a quick connector, within two feet from the antenna, for future replacement, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. Refer to Section TS
88.1 Approved Equals.
TS 86.11 ITS Provisions, Incident Based Surveillance System (IBSS) Complete mounting provisions, modules and necessary cables for the most current LACMTA IBSS, (SmartDrive), shall be provided running from the center windshield area to the ITS enclosure, permitting installation of EDR and completion of s ystem by the bus manufacturer. All modules including SmartDrive SR3 for EDR shall be supplied by Contractor through existing SmartDrive Contract for installation by Bus manufacturer. Battery and ignition power and a separate J1939 communication connection shall be supplied in the ITS enclosure, subject to LACMTA approval in Pre-Production meetings. 140
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EDR shall be installed on the bus. The unit shall be installed as low as possible. The EDR shall be able to communicate over the Jl939 CAN line and shall be equipped with three -axis accelerometer. The system shall be capable of recording available fault codes including DM1 messages. Settings are to be finalized with the LACMTA during Pre-Production. The EDR shall broadcast via the Jl939 data communication link severe impact events to the vehicle monitoring system and also trigger an event in the camera system. The EDR shall also tag an event from a signal received over the Jl939 CAN line from the silent alarm switch signal and the camera event button and in turn broadcast these events to the vehicle monitoring system. The EDR shall also record the following operational data:
• Head lights on or off.
• Turn signals and hazard lights on or off.
• Ignition on or off.
• Low air pressure warning.
• Whether moving in forward or reverse or idling.
• Parking brake is on or off.
• Retarder switch on or off
• Brakes – Stopping Distance
• Vehicle Acceleration/Deceleration
• HVAC operating information
• Entrance and Exit Doors operating information.
TS 88. Appendix
TS 88.1 Approved Equals
The following table lists products which have been approved for the bus procurement. The list only contains products which are of interest to the LACMTA and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of every product which is required for the manufacture of the subject buses. Product categories not listed are left to the discretion of the Contractor so long as the product complies with the specifications. Product specification information is for reference only and may not reflect the latest or future improvements by manufacturers. Any change, revision, or substitution of specified products requires approval of the LACMTA. To add to or revise this list, Contractor must submit a written request per the Specification by the due date found in the RFP for approved equals.
TABLE 15
Approved Products
PRODUCT MANUFACTURER PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Air Coupling AMFLO CP1, CP2, C1, C2
Air Coupling Tru Flate 12-124, 13-124, 12-134, 13-134
Air Coupling Parker 2C, 3C, B12, B13
Amplifier, PA Motorola Solutions Inc. 120039-2
Antenna, Data Radio Antenna Specialty Co. ASPRC-572MOT, 508 MHz Antenna, GPS ACS Transport 120076-4
Antenna, Voice Radio Antenna Specialty Co. ASPG931MOT, 900 MHz Antenna, WLAN Mobile Mark RM3-2400
Drain Plug, Dry Brake FEMCO As needed
Farebox – Reference only GFI Odyssey C24003-0501FB
Farebox Baseplate GFI Odyssey D22581-0003
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PRODUCT MANUFACTURER PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Fluid, Rear Axle Full Synthetic
Fluid, Transmission Full Synthetic
Fuel Receptacle, fast fill OPW CL50
Fuel Receptacle, slow fill OPW LB36
Jumper Receptacle-24 Volt Whitaker 3298
Microphone REI
Radio Handset Motorola P/N12004-8
Registration Holder Truck-Lite 97960
Seat Insert Fabric Holdsworth Sunrise/Sunset
Seat Insert Fabric LaFranch King’s Plus
Fabric
Sunrise/Sunset
Seat Insert Fabric Blue
Silent Alarm Switch Microswitch Part No. 4TL 1-3 with spring loaded black Take-One Box Beemak Plastic BP-750-CT
Minimum Take-Twelve Box Transit Information
Products
407160
Trip Recorder (Replaces Hubodometer) FleetWatch JX55
Wireless Router (Wi-Fi System) Sierra Wireless InMotion, MG90 Wireless Router AMM Sierra Wireless 9010230
Wireless Router Gateway activation Sierra Wireless IMTSER524 Wireless Router Client License Sierra Wireless 9010208
TS 88.2 Maintainability Requirements
Mean Time to Fix
Maintenance requirements stated in mean time to fix (MTTF) are established below in Table 16. Unless otherwise indicated, these figures represent the total elapsed labor time (hours/minutes) required to complete the maintenance task by one mechanic. The fi gures do not include time required to prepare the bus such as bringing the bus to the hoist, raising it, etc.
The Contractor shall be required to demonstrate these maintenance tasks using the information as contained in the Service and Parts manuals. The demonstrations shall be conducted on the Pilot Bus and may occur at LACMTA facilities. Should a failure of a demonstration occur, the Manufacturer m ay be required to modify its bus design or service manual information as necessary and re -demonstrate the pro cedure on the Pilot Bus.
The purpose of these demonstrations is to validate the maintenance manual, speci al tool requirements, and MTTF.
TABLE 16
MTTF
SERVICE TASK MTTF
(hrs./min.)
INSPECTION:
6,000 Mile Inspection 7.5 hr.
Daily Inspections 10 min.
Brake Inspection 15 min.
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SERVICE TASK MTTF
(hrs./min.)
REMOVE AND REPLACE:
A/C Blower Motor 1 hr.
A/C Condenser Motor 1 hr.
Alternator 2 hr.
Access for Door Motor Adjustment < 2 min.
Air Compressor 2 hr.
Air Dryer Desiccant 15 min.
Batteries Set 45 min.
Brake Application Valve 1 hr.
Engine/Transmission PPA (2 mechanics) 6 hr.
Engine ECM 2 hr.
Exterior Mirror Glass < 5 min.
Headlining Panels, Interior individual (less handrails) < 30 min.
Power Steering Gear Box Assembly 2 hr.
PPA mounts, complete set 2 hr.
Radiator ( 2 mechanics) 3 hr.
Seat Insert < 1 min.
Shocks, Each 45 min.
Starter 1.5 hr
Transmission unit 8 hr.
Wheel Change, Front 45 min.
Wheel Change, Rear Dual 60 min.
Window glazing, Passenger 60 min.
Window guard, Passenger and Door 6 min.
Wiper Motor 20 min.
Operators Seat 30 min.
Electronic Unit (Regulator, PLC Module, Relay, Fuse, etc.) 15 min.
Lamps, Passenger Lights 15 min.
Mean Miles Between Failures
Table 17 lists minimum design goals for mean miles between failures (MMBF) on critical areas of bus.
TABLE 17
MMBF Goals
Type Description Design Goal
Class 1: Physical Safety
Mean distance greater than 1,000,000
miles
Class 2: Road Call Mean distance greater than 10,000 miles Class 2:
Stalling
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SEL/CEL
Diagnostic Light
Electrical failure
Stalling
Low Air
Suspension
HVAC
Charging System
Pneumatic System
Class 2:
ADA- Ramp,
Securement Mean distance greater than 75,000 miles
TS 88.3 Technical Contract Deliverables
Contractor shall provide a table of contract deliverables, documentation and/or demonstrations as scheduled in the Contract documents during the proposal period . See Table 20 attachment for reference on technical submittal items.
Test Procedures
Contractor shall submit an overall test procedure for each design qualification and conformance /acceptance testing for approval to LACMTA at least 30 days prior to the scheduled date of the test. The Contractor shall provide all equipment and instrumentation required to conduct the tests. Along with the title referencing the specification requirement, the test procedure shall include at a minimum the following:
• Test objective
• Description of the type of report to be submitted
• Success/failure criteria
• Sequence of testing
• Equipment/instrumentation list with calibration dates • Description of test setup including necessary diagrams • Test methodology
• Procedure for data evaluation
The report shall be submitted within 30 days after completion of testing and shall follow industry standard format for submittal of technical papers. The reports shall include analysis along with necessary; photographs, charts and measured/accumulated data to support conclusions. Reports shall include a statement certifying compliance to specification requirements along with a list of any deficiencies.
TS 88.4 Decals/Signs
TABLE 18a
Exterior – Metro Local (Poppy)
DRAWING
REFERENCE QTY DESCRIPTION CS CATALOG # DIMENSION
A 3 Vehicle ID_4.5” White CS0130 N/A
B 1 CNG Large_7.75” CS0140 1-11/16” x 7-
3/4”
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REFERENCE QTY DESCRIPTION CS CATALOG # DIMENSION
C 1 SHUT OFF VALVE_1”(H) CS0144 N/A
D 2 Battery Disconnect CS55486 6-1/2” x 6-1/2”
E 4 Jack Points_3.75”(H) CS5489 2” x 3-3/4”
F 2 Metro Local_7”(H) CS0204 N/A
G 2 Nation’s Largest Clean-Air Fleet_ 3.5” (H) CS0131 N/A H 2 Metro_17. 5”(H) CS0185 N/A
I 2 Local_16.25”(H) CS0196 N/A
J 2 CA LICENSE ID_1.5”(H) CS0129 N/A
K 2 Metro Local_5.5” (H) CS0202 N/A
L 1 Circle M_7.5”(H) CS0133 N/A
M 1 Welcome Aboard_1”,3/4”(H)
Bienvenidos
Exact Fare Please
Tenga Pasaje Exacto Per Favor
CS0127 N/A
N 3 323.GO.METRO_7/8”(H)
metro.net_11/16”(H)
CS0148 N/A
O 1 American Flag_Boarding CS0125 6-3/4” x 3-1/2”
P 1 ISA Wheelchair CS1000 6” x 6”
Q 1 ADA Kneeling Bus CS0143 5-1/2” x 7”
R 2 Local_12”(H) CS0198 N/A
S 1 Metro Local_1.5”(H) CS0135 N/A
T 2 Circle M_4.5”(H) CS0132 4-1/2” Dia.
U 1 Vehicle ID_2.625”(H)_White CS0351 N/A
V 1 American Flag_Driver CS0126 6-3/4” x 3-1/2”
W 1 Circle M_10”(H) CS0134 10” Dia.
X 1 Danger-Do Not Turn In Front Of Bus_8.5”(H) CS0146 N/A Y 1 CNG Small_4”(H) CS0141 6-1/2” x 4”
TABLE 18b
Exterior - Metro Rapid (Red)
DRAWING
REFERENCE QTY DESCRIPTION CS CATALOG # DIMENSION
A 3 Vehicle ID_4.5” White CS0130 N/A
B 1 CNG Large_7.75” CS0140 1-11/16” x 7-
3/4”
C 1 SHUT OFF VALVE_1”(H) CS0144 N/A
D 1 Battery Disconnect CS55486 6-1/2” x 6-1/2”
E 4 Jack Points_3.75”(H) CS5489 2” x 3-3/4”
F 2 Metro Rapid_7”(H) CS0210 N/A
G 2 Nation’s Largest Clean-Air Fleet_ 3.5” (H) CS0131 N/A 145
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REFERENCE QTY DESCRIPTION CS CATALOG # DIMENSION
H 2 Metro_17.5”(H) CS0185 N/A
I 2 Rapid_16.25”(H) CS0197 N/A
J 2 CA LICENSE ID_1.5”(H) CS0129 N/A
K 2 Metro Rapid_5.5” (H) CS0208 N/A
L 1 Circle M_7.5”(H) CS0133 N/A
M 1 Welcome Aboard_1”,3/4”(H)
Bienvenidos
Exact Fare Please
Tenga Pasaje Exacto Per Favor
CS0127 N/A
N 3 323.GO.METRO_7/8”(H)
metro.net_11/16”(H)
CS0148 N/A
O 1 American Flag Boarding CS0125 6-3/4” x 3-1/2”
P 1 ISA Wheelchair CS1000 6” x 6”
Q 1 ADA Kneeling Bus CS0143 5-1/2” x 7”
R 2 Rapid_12”(H) CS0199 N/A
S 1 Metro Rapid_1.5”(H) CS0157 N/A
T 2 Circle M_4.5”(H) CS0132 4-1/2” Dia.
U 1 Vehicle ID_2.625”(H)_White CS0351 N/A
V 1 American Flag Driver CS0126 6-3/4” x 3-1/2”
W 1 Circle M_10”(H) CS0134 10” Dia.
X 1 Danger-Do Not Turn In Front Of Bus_8.5”(H) CS0146 N/A Y 1 CNG Small_4”(H) CS0141 6-1/2” x 4”
TABLE 19a
Interior – Metro All
DRAWING
REFERENCE QTY DESCRIPTION CS CATALOG # DIMENSION
A 4 Security Camera in Operation CS5382 1’-0”x3-1/4”
B 2 Reserved for Seniors CS5382 1’-7”x4”
C 3 Reserved for Mobility Devices CS5401 1’-7”x4”
D 2 Please Remain in Securement CS0230 10”x5-1/4”
E 3 Watch Your Step CS5421 1’-4-1/4”x3”
F 1 Bus Maximum Height CS0234 4-1/4”x2-1/8”
G 1 Bus Drivers Carry No Cash CS5508 1’-1/4”x4-1/4”
H 1 PC640 CS5814 1’-4-3/4”x4-1/4”
I 1 Unnecessary Conversation CS0155 4-1/4”x4-1/4”
J 1 Financial Responsibility CS0162 3-3/4”x3-3/4”
K 1 Welcome to Metro CS0152 5/8”x3-1/2”
L 1 Exit Rear Door CS5505 11”x3-1/4”
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DRAWING
REFERENCE QTY DESCRIPTION CS CATALOG # DIMENSION
M 1 Reserved for Mobility Devices CS5505 11”x3-1/4”
N 2 Caution Door Opens Automatically CS5511 3-3/8”x7”
TABLE 19b
High Voltage – Metro ZE Bus
Note: Table 19b applies to zero emission bus decals. Location and quantity of these decals will vary depending on the individual bus configuration. Final layout will be determined during Pre -Production meetings.
Area Description Size -
Inches
Location Qty Total
1. Lock Out Compartment
4 x 6 Inside the compartment -
Next to the switch
1 AR
4 x 6 Inside the compartment -
Next to the switch
1 AR
2. Battery Compartment(s)
6 x 4 Inside the compartment -
On the battery box
1 AR
4 x 6 Inside the compartment -
On the battery box
1 AR
XXX VOLTS 1 x 4 Inside the compartment -
On the battery box
1 AR
2 x 3 On the battery enclosure
door, visible from outside
1 AR
3. Automatic Start Equipment
2 x 4 On the equipment 1 AR
2 x 4 On the compressor 1 AR
XXX VOLTS AC 3 PHASE 1 x 6 On the equipment and
control boxes
1 AR
XXX VOLTS 1 x 4 On the equipment and
control boxes
1 AR
4. Auxiliary Motor Controller(s)
XXX VOLTS AC 3 PHASE 1 x 6 On the control box(es)
and motor(s)
1 AR
5. PPU and Hazardous Voltage
Area(s)
2 x 3 On the enclosure door,
visible from outside
1 AR
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Inches
Location Qty Total
6 x 4 On the enclosure door,
visible from inside
1 AR
XXX VOLTS 1 x 4 Inside the compartment 1 AR
4 x 6 On the enclosure door,
visible from inside
1 AR
6. Charging Connector
(Bus Side)
2 x 3 On the enclosure door,
visible from inside
1 AR
7. Charging Connector (Station
Side)
2 x 3 Next to each charging
connector
1 AR
TS 88.5 References
SAE # Title Date
Published
J10 Air Brake Reservoir Performance and Identification Requirements. Dec 04, 2013 J211 Instrumentation for Impact Test—Part 2: Photographic Instrumentation June 16, 2014 J287 Driver Hand Control Reach March 11, 2016
J366 Exterior Sound Level for Heavy Trucks and Buses Sept 12, 2011 J381 Windshield Defrosting Systems Test Procedure and Performance Requirements - Trucks, Buses, and Multipurpose Vehicles.
Jan 27, 2009
J534 Lubrication Fittings Aug 11, 2015
J537 Storage Batteries May 23, 2011
J541 Voltage Drop for Starting Motor Circuits July 16, 2013 J587 License Plate Illumination Devices (Rear Registration Plate Illumination Devices) Aug 21, 2012 J593 Backup Lamps (Reversing Lamps) Aug 26, 2010
J673 Automotive Safety Glasses July 6, 2015
J680 Location and Operation of Instruments and Controls in Motor Truck Cabs, Recommended Practice
Sep 1, 1988
J686 Motor Vehicle License Plates Aug 7, 2012
J689 Curbstone Clearance, Approach, Departure, and Ramp Break over Angles—Passenger Car and Light Truck
Aug 26, 2009
J726 Air Cleaner Test Code June 27, 2002
J833 Human Physical Dimensions May 29, 2003
J844 Nonmetallic Air Brake System Tubing Dec 19, 2012
J941 Motor Vehicle Drivers’ Eye Locations Mar 3, 2010
J994 Alarm—Backup—Electric Laboratory Performance Testing Sept 17, 2014 J1050 Describing and Measuring the Driver's Field of View Feb 13, 2009 J1113 Electromagnetic Compatibility Component Test Procedure Part 42, Conducted Transient Emissions
Dec 8, 2010
J1127 Low Voltage Battery Cable Dec 3, 2015
J1128 Low Voltage Primary Cable Dec 3, 2015
J1149 Metallic Air Brake System Tubing and Pipe Oct 21, 2015 J1211 Handbook for Robustness Validation of Automotive Electronic Modules Nov 19, 2012 J1292 Automobile and Motor Bus Wiring Jan 1, 2008
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J1455 Recommended Environmental Practices for Electronic Equipment Design in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Applications
Aug 24, 2012
J1587 Electronic Data Interchange Between Microcomputer Systems in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Applications, Recommended Practice
Jan 4, 2013
J1708 Serial Data Communications Between Microcomputer Systems in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Applications
Dec 12, 2010
J1908 Electrical Grounding Practice Jan 1, 1996
J1986 Balance Weight and Rim Flange Design Specifications, Test Procedures, and Performance Recommendations
March 18, 2016
J1939 Data Link Layer March 3, 2016
J1995 Engine Power Test Code - Spark Ignition and Compression Ignition - Gross Power Rating, Standard;
Jan 10, 2014
J2249 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems for Use in Motor Vehicles Jan 29, 1999 J2402 Road Vehicles—Symbols for Controls, Indicators, and Tell-tales Jan 7, 2010 J2711 Recommended Practice for Measuring Fuel Economy and Emissions of Hybrid-Electric and Conventional Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Sept 20, 2002
J2805 Measurement of Noise Emitted by Accelerating Road Vehicle Nov 10, 2015 J2808 Lane Departure Warning Systems Minimum Performance Requirements March 9, 2015
TS 88.6 Holders
FIGURE 9
Bad Order (B.O.) Card Holder
FIGURE 10
Typical Trash Bag Hooks
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Metro Tow Device
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Contractor shall provide a table of contract deliverables, documentation, samples and/or demonstrations as scheduled in the Contract documents.
Table 20, provided as reference for Technical submittal items, is representative and not intended to be all inclusive.
TABLE 20
Contract Deliverable Items
Item Section Title Deliverable Schedule Requirement
1 TS 4 Legal Requirements Certification Pre-production Meetings
The Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local regulations. These shall include but not be limited to ADA, as well as state and local accessibility, safety and security requirements. Local regulations are defined as those below the state level.
2 TS 5 Overall Requirements Documentation
With Pilot Bus
and First Article
Bus
Contractor and LACMTA shall identify subcomponent vendors that shall submit installation/application approval documents , (including necessary documents and/or diagrams to verify configuration),with the completion of a Pilot Bus and First Article Bus.
3 3 TS 5.4 Maintenance and
Inspection Documents Proposal Period
Contractor shall provide a list of all special tools and pricing required for maintaining this equipment. Said list shall be submitted as a supplement to Form PF-3 Schedule B of Prices Special Tools.
4 4 TS 5.6 Training Documents Proposal Period
The Contractor shall provide pricing for up to 1,000 Instructor class-room hours with the Bus order. For each Option order, Contractor shall also be required to provide Instructor training.
The quantity of training hours shall be determined by the quantity of Option Buses ordered and shall be equal to five hours of training per Option bus up to a maximum of 500 instructor class-room hours for each Option order.
5 5 TS 5.6 Training, Base Order
Buses Documentation 30 days after pilot
bus delivery
The LACMTA shall approve the proposed trainers and their qualifications, proposed subjects and scheduling of the classes conducted by the Contractor at the time of pilot bus review. 6 TS 5.6 Training, Option Order
Buses Documentation
30 days prior to
delivery of Option
pilot bus
The LACMTA shall approve the proposed trainers and their qualifications, proposed subjects and scheduling of the classes conducted by the Contractor.
7 6 TS 5.6.1 Training Curriculum Documents
30 days prior to
delivery of pilot
bus
The Contractor shall develop and submit a training curriculum using the most current version Microsoft Office Word and/or Power Point, subject to LACMTA approval.
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8 7 TS 5.6.2 Teaching Materials Documents,
materials
30 days prior to
training
The Contractor shall provide to the LACMTA Maintenance
Instruction Department visual and other teaching materials as needed during classroom instruction.
9 8 TS 5.6.3 Optional Training Aids Documents Proposal Period The Contractor shall supply pricing for items a – k, special training aids, as listed below for use by LACMTA training staff.
Pricing for these aids is to be provided to the LACMTA on Form PF-5-Schedule D of Prices Training Aids.
10 TS 5.6.3
Optional Training Aids, E-
Learning/Interactive
Training Media
Documents Proposal Period
The Contractor shall provide pricing for 25 hours of
CNG/Electric Bus interactive learning seat time on Form PF-5- Schedule D of Prices Training Aids. The media shall provide a high level of student interactivity, including but not limited to:
questions review, component identification, tool use, circuit building, component testing.
All content shall be navigated through an industry standard e- learning programs graphical user interface (GUI) subject to LACMTA approval.
11 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Manual Review
and Approval Documents After NTP
The Contractor will be required to participate in Manual Review and Approval process and attend one service manual review meeting held at the LACMTA shortly following LACMTA Notice to Proceed.
12 9 TS 5.6.4
Manuals, Draft Manuals,
Manual Review and
Approval
Documents With pilot bus
The Contractor shall provide the LACMTA with:
Ten draft hardcopies each of the Service, Parts and Operator’s manuals plus a list of all proposed OEM Component Repair manuals, simultaneously to the shipping of the first Pilot Bus. 13 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Draft Manuals,
Parts Index
Hardcopy,
Spreadsheet
60 days prior to
production 60
A part number index shall be submitted for review at least 60 days prior to the scheduled ship date of the first production Bus.
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0 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Final Manuals Documents 90 days after start of production
Ten final hardcopy sets of Service and Parts manuals, shall be provided for each 100 Buses and twelve 12 total sets of Subsystem OEM manuals.
15 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Final Manuals Documents 90 days after start of production
Contractor shall supply a listing of diagnostic codes with final service manuals delivered that covers trouble shooting fault trees/codes related to the PPU.
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1 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Final Manuals Documents 90 days after start of production
Final DVD editions of Service, Parts and Operator’s manuals must be delivered within 90 days after the start date for production Buses.
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5 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Component
Repair/Service Section Documents 90 days after start
of production
Fourteen sets of Repair Manuals necessary to rebuild all Contractor supplied Units including: PPU, transmission/electric drive, HVAC system, starter, alternator, air compressor, etc., shall be provided.
18 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Component
Repair/Service Section Hardware 90 days after start
of production
Each set shall be organized and mounted onto a suitable table top holding rack subject to LACMTA approval
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6 TS 5.6.4 Manuals, Price List Hardcopy,
Spreadsheet
90 days after start
of production and
updated annually
Ten copies of the current price list shall be provided separately as a supplement to the final parts manuals. Price lists shall be updated at least annually and provided for the life of the Bus as they are updated.
20 5.6.5
Special Equipment,
Option, Special Service
Equipment
Documents Proposal Period
The LACMTA is aware that diagnostic equipment and/or
software has been developed or is being developed by many of the OEMs to assist in the maintenance of the Buses.
Proposer is required to submit a list of recommended special equipment, software and/or diagnostic tools deemed
necessary to provide state-of-the-art service for the bus systems. Depending on the type of available equipment and/or software, the LACMTA may wish to obtain complete sets of such Special Service Equipment and/or software, plus any additional tools identified by the OEM manufacturer required to diagnose, calibrate, or remove-and-replace, all equipment provided with this Bus order.
21 TS 5.6.6 Diagnostic Laptop PC
Specifications Laptops Delivery of first
production bus
Because of the time delay between the procurement process and receipt of computer equipment, the final laptop computer configuration shall be subject to approval by the LACMTA at delivery…
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7 TS 5.6.8 In-Process and As-Built
Drawings Scale Drawings 30 days prior to
production
The Contractor shall, no later than 30 days prior to
commencing production, supply the LACMTA with two sets of harcopy scale drawings suitable for conducting repairs on every area of the vehicle, including all major systems and sub- system installations. Electrical and air schematics shall also be provided. In addition, the Contractor shall provide a description of the electronic configuration, layout and functionality of the Bus including communication paths and power distribution. 23 1
8 TS 5.6.8 In-Process and As-Built
Drawings Scale Drawings 60 days after final
bus delivery
Five sets of Conforming drawings shall be delivered to the LACMTA within 60 days after final Bus delivery.
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24 TS 5.7 Operating Environment Test
Documentation
Pre-Production
Meetings
The bus shall achieve normal operation in ambient
temperature ranges of 0º F to 120º F, at relative humidity between 5 percent and 100 percent, and at altitudes up to 3,000 feet above sea level. Degradation of performance due to atmospheric conditions shall be minimized at temperatures below 0 °F, above 120° F or at altitudes above 3,000 feet. 25 1
9 TS 5.8 Noise Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
The Contractor shall be required to demonstrate that vehicle- generated sound levels do not exceed the maximum interior and exterior values.
26 2
0 TS 5.8.1 Interior Noise Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
The Contractor shall provide test documentation that vehicle has sufficient sound insulation to achieve 65 dBA or lower at any point inside the bus with an 80 dBA sound source at outside skin of the bus.
27 2
2 TS 5.9 Fire Safety Certification Pre-Production
Meetings
Contractor must provide required certificates of compliance prior to manufacture of the Pilot Bus.
28 TS 5.10 Fire Suppression Documentation Proposal Period The AFSS system shall meet or exceed the environmental requirements of SAE J1211.
29 TS 5.10 Fire Suppression Documents Proposal Period
At a minimum, the engine compartment, HVAC compartment, exhaust area and high current electrical areas (except the battery compartment) at rear of bus shall be equipped with an automatic fire sensing and suppression (AFSS) system
product, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period. 30 TS 5.10 Fire Suppression, AFSS
Monitor Panel Documenst Pre-Production
Meetings
The system shall have a supervision monitoring panel located above the operators’ side console subject to LACMTA
approval…
31 TS 5.10 Fire Suppression System,
AFSS Agent Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
The agent shall be approved by Underwriters Laboratory or Factory Mutual Research Corporation and have no ozone
depleting property and no global warming potential per USA EPA guidelines.
32 TS 5.10 Fire Suppression System
(AFSS Cylinders) Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
The AFSS agent cylinders shall use DOT shippable linear actuators or electric solenoid valves (squibs are prohibited) attached to DOT certified bottles which do not require
hydrostatic retest for a minimum of twelve (12) years.
Cylinder(s) shall be compatible with suppression agents. Each cylinder shall have a pressure gauge with easy to read "Go- NoGo" type indicator which is visible when the cylinder(s) is installed on the Bus.
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33 TS 5.11 Gas Detection System
(GDS) Documents Proposal Period
GDS system shall be provided to monitor the engine
compartment and each separate fuel storage area(s) and shall automatically activate…
34 TS 5.11
Gas Detection System
(GDS), GDS Monitor
Panel
Documents Pre-production
Meetings
The system shall have a supervision monitoring panel located above the operators’ side console area subject to LACMTA approval
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3 TS 5.13 Water Leak Testing Test All buses
The roof, windows, windshields, and all doors of all Vehicles shall be water tested for a minimum of 30 continuous minutes in order that leaks may be detected and corrected. The HVAC shall be turned on only for the first 15 minutes of the test. 36 2
4 TS 5.14 Fasteners and
Securements
Documentation,
Samples Proposal Period
Supports for all electrical cables, harnesses and bundles will be subject to LACMTA approval and shall be of premium
quality.
37 2
5 TS 6 Physical Size Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
Vehicles furnished under these specifications shall comply with physical size.
38 TS 7. Vehicle Performance,
Power Requirements Documentation Proposal Period
The propulsion system shall be sized to provide sufficient power to enable the bus to meet the defined acceleration, top speed, and gradability requirements, and operate all
propulsion-driven accessories using actual road test or dynamometer results and computerized vehicle performance data.
39 2
6 TS 7 Vehicle Performance Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
The Contractor shall be required to demonstrate acceleration, top speed, and gradeability requirements.
40 2
8 TS 7.4.3 Operating Range, CNG Documentation Proposal Period The Contractor shall provide sufficient fuel capacity to give the bus a 400 mile range before the low fuel warning light comes on.
The Contractor shall provide the LACMTA with a technical analysis which supports the proposed CNG fuel system design compliance to the LACMTA’s range of operation requirement including the proposed fuel capacity.
41 TS 7.4.4 Operation Range, Electric
(Zero Emission) Documenation Proposal Period
The Contractor shall provide sufficient energy storage and changer charging systems to give the bus a cumulative 300 mile daily operating range before the low energy warning light comes on.
The Contractor shall provide the LACMTA with a technical analysis which supports the proposed energy storage and charger systems design compliance to the MTA’s range of operation requirement including the proposed energy storage system capacity.
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9 TS 9. Engine Meeting and
Documentation
Pre-production
Meetings
Prior to manufacturing the Pilot bus, the Contractor shall coordinate a technical review with the LACMTA and engine and transmission suppliers covering integration and installation design. As part of the technical review, the Contractor shall advise the LACMTA concerning engine and transmission
features and control system options, and accessories, and shall conform, to the degree possible, to those already in use at the LACMTA in an effort to increase component and system commonality.
43 TS 9 Engine Certificate Prior to start of
production
Prior to start of production, the Contractor shall provide documentation from the Subsuppliers, which supports their approval, that the engine and transmission installation, support system design, and components used specifically for the LACMTA’s contract meet the OEM requirements and
recommendations.
44 3
0 TS 9.1 Engine (CNG Documentation Pre-production
Meetings
Oil filtration systems shall be approved by the engine and transmission OEM and be designed with by-pass circuits, as needed, in the event that a filter becomes plugged.
45 TS 9.1.1
Engine, Compartment
Control Panel Gauges
and Indicators
Documents Proposal Period
The following mechanical, electrical dial gauges, or digital display, subject to LACMTA approval during proposal period, shall be mounted on, or adjacent to, the engine compartment control panel:
Oil Pressure Gauge,
Temperature Gauge,
Air Filter Restriction Gauge,
Voltage Gauge(s).
46 TS 9.2.2 Propulsion System
Service
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
The propulsion system shall be arranged so that accessibility for all routine maintenance is ensured. No special tools, other than dollies and hoists, shall be required to remove the propulsion system or any subsystems.
47 TS 9.2.4
Energy Storage,
Controller and Charging
Systems
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period Energy storage shall be of a commercial design capable of operating in the LACMTA transit environment.
48 TS 9.2.5
Electric System Controller
(ESC), Primary Power
Unit (PPU)
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
The PPU shall have on -board diagnostic capabilities, able to monitor vital functions, store out -of-parameter conditions in memory, and communicate faults and vital conditions to
service personnel. Diagnostic reader device connector ports, suitably protected against dirt and moisture, shall be provided in operator’s area and inside PPU compartment.
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5 TS 10. Cooling Systems Test or
Certification
Pre-Production
Meetings
The cooling systems shall be of sufficient size and designed to maintain fluids and engine intake air at safe, continuous operating temperatures during the most severe operations possible with the bus loaded to GVWR and with conditions as listed in Section TS 5.7 with a 10 percent minimum reserve capacity in accordance with engine and transmission
manufacturer’s cooling system requirements. The cooling system fan controls should sense the temperatur es of the operating fluids and the intake air, and if either is above safe operating conditions the cooling fan should be engaged. The fan control system shall be designed with a fail -safe mode of “fan on.” The cooling system shall provide functional servi ce while operating in the design operating profile environment.
50 TS 10 Cooling Systems Demonstration Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in LA
The cooling system shall be self purging requiring no special procedures to remove air from the system when coolant is installed or added.
51 TS 10.1 Engine Cooling Documents Pre-Production
Meetings
Surge tank filler cap shall have a safety lock. A 1/4 inch NPT port shall be provided in a convenient location in the surge tank for the LACMTA's pressure testing equipment, subject to LACMTA approval..
52 TS 12 Retarder (Transit Bus),
Retarder Disable Switch
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The retarder disable switch shall be located behind the destination sign door, subject to LACMTA approval
53 TS 14.1 Service Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
No special tools, other than dollies and hoists, shall be required to remove the PPA/PPU Two LACMTA mechanics
shall be able to remove, replace, and prepare the complete PPA/PPU assembly for service within a MTTF of 12-man
hours.
54 TS 14.1 Service Approval
Within 60 days
after final bus
delivery
The Contractor shall provide two suitable PPA/PPU dollies for each spare PPA/PPU purchased under this Contract.
55 TS 14.1 Service Documents.
Drawings
Pre-production
Meetings
The PPA/PPU dollies shall be designed, subject to LACMTA approval in pre-production meetings…
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6 TS 14.1 Service Drawings Last Vehicle
Delivery
The Contractor shall provide the LACMTA with sufficient fabrication drawings needed to manufacture additional dollies. 57 TS 14.1 Service Documents,
Drawings
Pre-production
Meetings
Belt drives that require manual tensioning shall be designed to facilitate easy service/maintenance, subject to LACMTA
approval
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7 TS 14.1 Service Certificate Pre-production
Meetings
Accessory drive belts shall be guarded in accordance with CAL OSHA article 45, Belt and Pulley Drives, Section 4070
"Guarding".
59 TS 14.1 Service, Engine Air
Cleaner Drawings Proposal Period The air filter shall be positioned for easy access and service, subject to LACMTA approval…
60 TS 15 Hydraulic Systems Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
Any hydraulically driven system shall be subject to LACMTA approval at the Pilot Bus.
61 TS 15 Hydraulic Systems Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
The hydraulic system (steering) shall be located to
accommodate easy service. The hydraulic system filter shall be located in the return, low pressure, circuit to the oil reservoir, or internal to the oil reservoir, subject to LACMTA approval at the Pilot Bus.
62 TS 15.1 Fluid Lines Documents,
Drawings
Pre-production
Meetings
Rigid and flexible lines shall be individually supported and readily accessible for inspection and service, including interior lines inside the bus,…
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9 TS 18.1.2 Fuel Lines, CNG Documentation Pre-production Meetings
Fuel lines shall comply with NFPA-52. All tubing shall be a minimum of seamless Type 304 stainless steel (ASTM A269 or equivalent).
Fuel lines shall be identifiable as fuel lines only. Fuel lines shall be bent using computer numeric machines (CNC) to assure consistency, no hand bending will be permitted.
The bus manufacturer shall have a documented procedure for testing the high pressure line assembly
64 TS 18.1.2 Fuel Lines, CNG Documentation Pre-production Meetings
Hose support in-between the bus frame and the engine that exceed 12 inches is subject to LACMTA approval…
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0 TS 18.2.2
Design and Construction,
CNG, Fuel
Containers/Cylinders
Documentation Pre-production
Meetings
Fuel cylinder construction shall be in accordance with DOT Standard 304, ANSI NGV2, latest revision, design and test criteria. Cylinder shall be designed for the lightest weight possible which does not require a hydrostatic re-qualification.
Cylinders shall be certified for refueling pressures to 125 percent of working pressure during temperature compensated fueling.
66 TS 18.2.2
Design and Construction,
CNG, Pressure Relief
Devices (PRDs)
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
PRDs shall be vented to the roof area of the Bus with minimum protrusion above the roof line and shall be protected with a suitable cap which shall withstand daily bus wash activity, subject to LACMTA approval…
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67 TS 18.2.2 Design and Construction,
CNG, Valves
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
An additional minimum 1/2 inch valve shall be provided for draining the high pressure manifold and any fuel cylinder(s) through a service port. Type and location of the service port shall be subject to LACMTA approval…
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1 TS 18.2.2 Design and Construction,
CNG, Gauges Documentation Pre-production
Meetings
Glycerin filled gauges which meet NFPA 52 requirements shall be located in the high and low pressure manifolds which shall indicate fuel system pressure.
69 TS 18.2.2 Design and Construction,
CNG, Fuel Filler
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period The fuel filler shall be located 30 to 38 feet measure behind the centerline of the front door, subject to LACMTA approval… 70 TS 18.2.2 Design and Construction,
CNG, Defueling System
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period The CNG defueling port shall be an NGV-3.1/CGA-12.3 certified receptacle subject to LACMTA approval…
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2 TS 21 Altoona Testing Documentation Proposal or First Article Bus
A report clearly describing and explaining the failures and corrective actions taken to ensure any and all such failures will not occur shall be submitted to the LACMTA.
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3 TS 23.2 Crashworthiness, (Transit
Bus) Certification Pre-Award Audit
Contractor shall be required to provide FEA software analysis or other evidence of compliance with this section during the Pre-Award Audit.
73 4
4 TS 24. Corrosion Certification Pre-production
Meetings
Representative samples of all materials and connections shall withstand a two-week (336-hour) salt spray test in accordance with ASTM Procedure B-117 with no structural detrimental effects to normally visible surfaces and no weight loss of over 1 percent.
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5 TS 24. Corrosion Documentation Pre-production
Meetings
The Contractor shall provide a copy of its proposed
undercoating system program…
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7 TS 25. Towing Demonstration Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in LA
Contractor shall provide fifteen (15) sets of any special towing equipment adapters, if required, so that the LACMTA is able to flat tow the Bus.
76 TS 25 Towing Demonstration Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in LA
Contractor shall demonstrate compliance with these provisions using the Pilot Vehicle.
77 TS 25 Towing Documents,
Samples
Pre-production
Meetings
All male fittings shall have an additional quarter turn manual shut off valve provided near the front bumper for use only during towing, subject to LACMTA approval
78 TS 25. Towing Demonstration Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in LA
Two rear recovery devices/tie downs shall permit lifting and towing of the bus for a short distance, such as in cases of an emergency, to allow access to provisions for front towing of bus.
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8 TS 26. Jacking Demonstration Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in LA
Jacking and changing any one tire/wheel assembly shall be completed by one LACMTA mechanic.
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9 TS 27. Hoisting Demonstration Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in LA
The Contractor may be required to demonstrate compatibility with LACMTA hoists as part of the towing demonstration... 81 TS 27 Hoisting Samples Pre-production
Meetings
A model or sample jacking plate shall be provided during Pre- Production meetings for approval by LACMTA.
82 TS 28.1 Floor, Design (Transit
Bus)
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period Floor installation, repair, and replacement method shall be subject to LACMTA approval…
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0 TS 28.5 Floor, Construction Documentation Proposal Period The floor shall be constructed using composite flooring material approved by the LACMTA during proposal period. 84 TS 29.3 Farebox, Stanchions Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period Stanchions shall be located around the farebox in accordance with ADA requirements and subject to LACMTA approval…
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1 TS 30.1 Wheel Housing, Design &
Construction
Certification
Documentation
Pre-production
Meetings
Wheel housings shall be constructed of corrosion -resistant and fire-resistant material. Sufficient clearance and air circulation shall be provided around the tires, wheels and brakes to prevent overheating when the bus is operated in revenue service.
Wheel housings, as installed and trimmed, shall
withstand impacts of a two - inch steel ball with at least 200 foot-pounds of energy without penetration.
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2 TS 31.3.3 Suspension, Lubrication,
Standard Grease Fittings Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
All elements of steering, suspension and drive systems
requiring scheduled lubrication shall be provided with grease fittings conforming to SAE Standard J534 (Zerk Fitting). 87 5
3 TS 31.3.4
Suspension, Springs and
Shock Absorbers,
Kneeling
Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
A kneeling system shall lower the entrance(s) of the bus a minimum of 2.75 in. during loading or unloading operations regardless of load up to GVWR, measured at the longitudinal centerline of the entrance door(s) by the driver.
The bus shall kneel at a maximum rate of 1.25 inches per second at essentially a constant rate reaching fully kneeled position within 4.5 seconds. After kneeling, the bus shall rise within 3 seconds to a height permitting the bus to resume service and shall rise to the correct operating height within 7 seconds regardless of load up to GVWR. During the lowering and raising operation, the maximum vertical acceleration shall not exceed 0.2g, and the jerk shall not exceed 0.3g/second. 161
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4 TS 31.3.4 Suspension, Springs and
Shock Absorbers, Raising Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
The Bus shall incorporate a system controlled by the operator that permits the Bus to raise ( to account for high curbs) 2.75 inches, measured from normal ride height at the center of the bottom front step regardless of passenger load up to GVWR.
The Bus shall raise at a maximum rate of 1.25 inches per second at essentially a constant rate reaching fully raised position within 4.5 seconds. After rising the Bus shall recover (lower) within 3.5 seconds to a ride height permitting the Bus to resume service and shall fully recover to the correct operating ride height within 10 seconds. During the lowering operation, the maximum acceleration shall not exceed 0.2g and the jerk shall not exceed 0.3g/sec. measured on the front door step tread.
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5 TS 32.2 Tires Documentation With Each
Vehicle
Contractor shall provide the LACMTA with a record listing tires installed for each Bus delivered. The information shall include the LACMTA brand serial number and mounting location on the Bus. Contractor shall conform to tire manufacturer
specifications for maximum road speed and duty cycle during Bus delivery.
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6 TS 33. Steering
Test
Documentation,
or Demonstration
Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
Electrically driven hydraulic assisted, or electrically assisted steering shall be provided. The steering gear shall be an integral type with the number and length of flexible lines minimized or eliminated. Steering torque applied by the operator shall not exceed 10 foot-pounds with the front wheels straight ahead. Steering torque may increase to 70 foot- pounds when the wheels are approaching the steering stops.
Steering effort shall be measured with the Bus at Seated Load Weight (SLW), stopped with the brakes released and the
engine at normal idling speed on clean, dry, level, commercial asphalt pavement with the tires inflated to recommended pressure. Power steering failure shall not result in loss of steering control. While the Bus is in operation, the steering effort shall not exceed 55 pounds at the steering wheel rim and perceived free play in the steering system shall not materially increase as a result of power assist failure. Gearing shall require no more than seven turns of the steering wheel
lock-to-lock.
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7 TS 33.3.3 Steering Wheel, Steering
Column Tilt Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
Steering column shall be a tilt and telescopic model.
The steering column shall have full tilt capability with an adjustment range of no less than 35 degrees and be easily adjustable by the driver.
The mechanism for adjustments shall be designed for ease of use, durability, utilize detents to position and lock the steering column and not require tightening by hand to apply a clamping force.
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8 TS 33.3.4 Steering Wheel
Telescopic Adjustment Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
The steering wheel shall have full telescoping capability and have a minimum telescopic range of 2 inches but no more than 5 inches and a minimum low-end adjustment of 32 in.,
measured from the top of the steering wheel rim in the
horizontal position, (zero degrees’ slope), to the cab floor at the heel point.
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9 TS 37.1 Service Brake Certification, Test
Documentation
Pre-Production
Meetings
The entire service brake system, including ABS controls, friction material, shall meet applicable FMVSS standards. The entire brake system, including friction material, shall have overhaul or replacement life goal of at least 45,000 miles when operated under LACMTA service. Brakes shall be self-
adjusting. Mechanical brake wear indicators, (visible brake sensors), shall utilize stainless steel exposed push rods. 94 TS 37.6 Parking/Emergency
Brake, Air Brakes
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Poduction
Meetings
The parking brake shall be actuated by a valve mounted
convenient to the operator, subject to LACMTA approval… 95 TS 39.1 Pneumatic System,
General
Documents,
Samples
Pre-Production
Meetings
A quarter turn manual shut-off valve with quick disconnect fitting shall be easily accessible and located in the engine compartment and shall supply air prior to the air dryer, subject to LACMTA approval…
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0 TS 39.2 Pnuematic System, Air
Compressor Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
The electrically-driven air compressor shall be sized
(designed) to charge the entire air system on new buses from 0 psi to 120 psi in less than five minutes for a single unit and bus not exceeding the fast idle speed (~1000 rpm) setting of the engine.
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1 TS 39.2 Pnuematic System, Air
Compressor Documention Pilot Vehicle Prior
To Production
The electrically-driven air compressor shall be designed to supply air operating under the Air System Design Operating Profile while remaining within the manufactures air compressor specifications. The discharge temperature (measured at the compressor outlet using a probe thermocouple) shall not exceed 360ºF, excluding temperature spikes of durations less than two seconds and two percent of compressor charge time.
Air compressor duty-cycle shall not exceed 30 percent in any 10 minute period under the Manhattan Operating Profile. 98 6
2 TS 39.4 Pneumatic System, Air
Reservoirs Documentation
Pre-proPuction
Meetings & Pilot
Vehicle at Factory
All air reservoirs shall meet the requirements of FMVSS Standard 121 and SAE Standard J10 and shall be equipped with drain plugs and guarded or flush type drain valves below floor level. Major structural members shall protect these valves and any automatic moisture ejector valves from road hazards.
Reservoirs shall be sloped toward the drain valve. All air reservoirs shall have drain valves mounted below floor level with lines routed to eliminate the possibility of water traps and/or freezing in the drain line. All air tanks shall have check valves at the inlet side for isolation.
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3 TS 40
Electrical, Electronic and
Data Communications,
Overview
Approval Prior to Pilot Bus
completion
The Contractor shall coordinate a technical review with the LACMTA covering control system integration, installation, and design. As part of the technical review, the Contractor shall advise the LACMTA concerning control system features,
options, and accessories, and shall conform, to the degree possible, to those already in use at the LACMTA in an effort to increase component and system commonality. The Contractor shall provide documentation including a description of control system operation and system schematics.
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4 TS 40
Electrical, Electronic and
Data Communications,
Overview
Deliverable Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
A listing of the software part number and revision number and procedure for obtaining new releases shall be identified for each component which is software controlled.
101 TS 40.1
Electrical, Electronic and
Data Communications,
Modular Design
Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
Replacement of the engine/propulsion compartment wiring harness(es) shall not require pulling wires through any bulkhead or removing any terminals from the wires.
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5 TS 41 Environmental and
Mounting Requirements
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
To Production
The electrical system and its electronic components shall be capable of operating in the area of the vehicle in which they will be installed, as recommended in SAE J1455.
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6 TS 41 Environmental and
Mounting Requirements Certification Pilot Vehicle Prior To Production
No vehicle component shall generate, or be affected by, electromagnetic interference or radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) that can disturb the performance of
electrical/electronic equipment as defined in SAE J1113 and UNECE Council Directive 95/54 (R 10).
104 TS 42.1.1
General Electrical
Requirements, Low
Voltage Batteries (24V)
Documents Proposal Period
Batteries shall be a minimum of four absorbed glass mat thin plate pure lead technology group 31 series, heavy-duty, lead- acid, sealed top battery units for: a) engine starting (including fuel controls, electronic control units and ignition system), and b) other bus loads as needed, subject to LACMTA approval… 105 TS 42.1.1
General Electrical
Requirements, Low-
Voltage Batteries
Demonstration
Test
Pilot Vehicle Prior
To Production
Starting with a full charge, starting batteries shall have sufficient energy to provide adequate power after a minimum of five continuous days (Master Run switch “Off”, Master Battery switch “On”, all lights off, LACMTA installed ITS equipment operating) without charging or engine operation to then properly start the bus.
106 TS 42.1.3 General Electrical
Requirements, Jump Start
Documents,
Samples
Pre-Production
Meetings
Female receptacles equipped with approximately one-foot 2/0 pigtail cables shall be provided.
The receptacle(s) shall be located on the curbside rear corner of the Bus for convenient jumper cable connection, subject to LACMTA approval…
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7 TS 42.1.7
General Electrical
Requirements, Low-
Voltage Generation and
Distribution
Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
The Contractor shall estimate the parasitic loads during the initial stage of the bus design and shall submit a draft report to LACMTA at the Pre-Production meetings.
108 TS 42.1.7
General Electrical
Requirements, Low-
Voltage Generation and
Distribution
Documentation Pilot Vehicle Prior
To Production
The Contractor shall estimate the parasitic loads during the initial stage of the bus design and shall submit a draft report to LACMTA at the Pre-Production meetings. A final report shall be submitted during the Pilot Bus configuration audit.
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8 TS 42.4
General Electrical
Requirements, Electrical
Components
Certification Pre-Production
Meetings
Location of electronic modules shall be reviewed for
environmental suitability such as heat, water, vibrations, contamination from dust and debris, and other electrical equipment. The system including modules, external wire, connectors, and data Bus wiring shall be designed to operate under LACMTA’s Design Operating Profile. All electrical components including relays and circuit breakers must remain unaffected while bus is operated in up to 15 inches of standing water.
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9 TS 43.1.3
General Electronic
Requirements,
Communications
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Mounting and electrical provisions shall be provided to allow LACMTA installation of existing Fleetwatch JX-55 Vehicle Interface Module in the Operator’s area, subject to LACMTA approval…
111 TS 45.2.1
Data Communications,
Diagnostics, Fault
Detection and Data
Access
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The communication port(s) shall be located in the Operator’s area, Engine Compartment Control Panel, and ITS Enclosure area, subject to LACMTA approval…
112 TS 45.3.1 Multiplex Level, Data
Access
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Diagnostic and status information shall be made available via a communication port on the multiplex system. The location of the communication port shall be easily accessible inside or adjacent to the ITS Enclosure subject to LACMTA approval… 113 7
0 TS 46.1 Driver’s Area Controls,
General Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
Switches and controls shall be divided into basic groups and assigned to specific areas, (Refer to Table 9) in conformance with SAE Recommended Practice J680, Revised 1988,
“Location and Operation of Instruments and Controls in Motor Truck Cabs,” and be essentially within the hand reach
envelope described in SAE Recommended Practice J287,
“Driver Hand Control Reach.
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1 TS 46.2 Driver’s Area Controls,
Glare Inspection Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
The driver’s work area shall be designed to minimize glare to the extent possible. Objects within and adjacent to this area shall be matte black or dark gray in color wherever possible to reduce the reflection of light onto the windshield. The use of polished metal and light-colored surfaces within and adjacent to the driver’s area shall be avoided.
115 TS 46.8
Driver Foot Switches,
Solid state Foot Switch
Control
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The inclined mounting surface shall be skid-resistant. All other controls, including high beam shall be in a location approved… 116 TS 47.1 Driver’s Amenities, Coat
Hanger
Documents,
Samples
Pre-Production
Meetings
A stainless steel, aluminum, or approved equal, coat hook shall be furnished and installed, subject to LACMTA approval. 117 TS 47.4 Repair Card Holder Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
A card holder shall be provided in the operators’ area at a location accessible to mechanics standing in the front entry area with the passenger door open, subject to LACMTA
approval…
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118 TS 47.5 Safety Equipment Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The following items shall be provided and installed within seven feet of the Operator’s seat in a location that is easy reach, subject to LACMTA approval…
a) DOT approved heavy -duty emergency reflector kit
stored in a storage box.
b) 5-pound (5 lb.) multipurpose fire extinguisher
mounted with universal bracket.
119 TS 47.6 Bus Registration Holders Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
A Bus registration holder shall be installed above the operator near the ceiling, subject to LACMTA approval…
120 TS 47.7 Trash Hooks Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
Placement and selection of the hooks shall be reviewed on the Pilot Bus and are subject to LACMTA approval.
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2 TS 49.1 Driver’s Seat, Dimensions Certification Pre-pPoduction Meetings
The driver’s seat shall be comfortable and adjustable so that people ranging in size from a 95th-percentile male to a 5th- percentile female may operate the bus. The heavy-duty
Operator's seat shall support Operators’ in the orthopedically correct seating position.
122 TS 49.8.1 Exterior Mirrors Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period Mirrors shall be made of tempered plate glass or have safety backing to prevent shattering subject to approval…
123 TS 49.8.1 Exterior Mirrors Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Adjustment of the mirrors shall be provided by two nubbin switches located to the left of the Operator, subject to LACMTA approval…
124 TS 49.8.1 Exterior Mirrors, Street
Side Mirrors
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Street side mirror shall be overhead mounted in a position to minimize potential contact with vehicles or cyclists, subject to LACMTA approval…
125 TS 49.8.2 Interior Mirrors Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Mirrors shall be provided to permit the operator to observe passengers throughout the Bus, including entrances and exits, and directly in front of the bus during bicycle loading and unloading activities without leaving his seat and without shoulder movement, subject to LACMTA approval…
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3 TS 51. Windshield Certification Pre-Production
Meetings
The windshield shall permit an operator’s field of view as referenced in SAE Recommended Practice J1050. The
vertically upward view shall be a minimum of 15 degrees, measured above the horizontal and excluding any shaded
band. The vertically downward view shall permit detection of an object 3.5 feet high no more than two) feet in front of the bus. The horizontal view shall be a minimum of 90 degrees above the line of sight. Any binocular obscuration due to a center divider may be ignored when determining the 90-degree requirement, provided that the divider does not exceed a three- - degree angle in the operator’s field of view. Windshield pillars shall not exceed 10 degrees of binocular obscuration.
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4 TS 51. Windshield Inspection
Prior to Pilot
Vehicle
Acceptance
The windshield shall be designed and installed to minimize external glare as well as reflections from inside the bus.
Windshield shall be two-piece design
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5 TS 52. Driver's Side Window Certification Pre-production Meetings
The driver’s side window glazing material shall have a ¼ in. nominal thickness laminated safety glass conforming with the requirements of ANSI Z26.1-1996 Test Grouping 2 and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673. Light
transmittance shall be maximum 75 percent on the glass area below 53 in. from the operator platform floor. On the top fixed over bottom slider configuration, the top fixed area above 53 inches may have a maximum one percent light transmittance. 129 TS 53.3 Side Windows,
Configuration
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Rearmost windows which are lower than shoulder height for seated passengers shall not be opened or equipped with
emergency escape provisions, subject to LACMTA approval… 130 7
6 TS 53.4
Side Windows, Materials,
Safety Glass Glazing
Panels
Certification Pre-production
Meetings
Side windows glazing material shall have a minimum of 3/16 in. nominal thickness tempered safety glass. The material shall conform to the requirements of ANSI Z26.1-1996 Test
Grouping 2 and the Recommended Practices defined in SAE J673. Windows on the bus sides and in the rear door shall be grey tint (13-50 percent) luminous transmittance as measured by ASTM D-1003), complementary to the bus exterior. The maximum solar energy transmittance shall not exceed 37
percent, as measured by ASTM E-424.
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131 TS 53.4
Side Windows, Materials,
Anti-Vandalism Sacrificial
Film
Certification Proposal Period
All glazing material that is aft of the front standee line, and in front of the exit door, shall be equipped with an interior single layer 6 mil minimum laminated film. All glazing material that is aft of, and including, the exit door shall be equipped with an interior four layer laminated film. Both types of window film installations are subject to LACMTA approval…
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7 TS 54 HVAC, Capacity and
Performance
Test
Documentation
Prior to Pilot
Vehicle
Acceptance
The HVAC climate control system shall be modular design and capable of controlling the temperature and maintaining the humidity levels of the interior of the bus as defined in the following paragraphs.
With the bus running at the design operating profile with corresponding door opening cycle, and carrying a number of passengers equal to 150 percent of the seated load, the HVAC system shall control the average passenger compartment
temperature within a range between 65 º and 80°F, while maintaining the relative humidity to a value of 50 percent or less. The system shall maintain these conditions while
subjected to any outside ambient temperatures within a range of 10 º to 95 °F and at any ambient relative humidity levels between 5 and 50 percent.
System capacity testing, including pull-down/warm-up,
stabilization and profile, shall be conducted in accordance to the APTA’s “Recommended Instrumentation and Performance Testing for Transit Bus Air Conditioning System.
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8 TS 56.2 HVAC, Driver's Area Test
Documentation
Prior to Pilot
Vehicle
Acceptance
The windshield defroster unit shall meet the requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J381, “Windshield Defrosting
Systems Performance Requirements,” and shall have the
capability of diverting heated air to the driver’s feet and legs.
The defroster or interior climate control system shall maintain visibility through the driver’s side window.
134 TS 56.3 HVAC, Controls for the
Climate Control System
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Heater water control valves shall be “positive” type, when closed. The method of operating remote valves shall be
subject to LACMTA approval…
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9 TS 57 HVAC, Air Filtration Certification Pre-production Meetings
Air shall be filtered before discharge into the passenger compartment. The filter shall meet the ANSI/ASHRAE 52.2 requirement for 5 percent or better atmospheric dust spot efficiency, 50 percent weight arrestance, and a minimum dust holding capacity of 120 g per 1000 cfm cell. Air filters shall be easily removable for service.
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136 TS 62.3 Design, Curb Feelers Sample Upon Request Curb feeler sample shall be provided to Contractor upon request.
137 TS 62.3 Design, Curb Feelers Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
Installation of curb feeler shall be subject to LACMTA
approval…
138 TS 66 License Plate Provisions Documents,
Drawings
Pre-production
Meetings
These provisions shall direct-mount or recess the license plates so that they can be cleaned by automatic bus-washing equipment without being caught by the brushes, subject to LACMTA approval…
139 TS 69.1
Service Compartments &
Access Doors, Access
Doors
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-production
Meetings
The fuel fill/charge port door shall be hinged at the top and shall open fully up against the side of the Bus subject to LACMTA approval…
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0 TS 70.2 Bumpers, Front Bumper Certification Pre-production Meetings
No part of the bus, including the bumper, shall be damaged as a result of a five (5) mph impact of the bus at curb weight with a fixed, flat barrier perpendicular to the bus’s longitudinal centerline. The bumper shall return to its pre-impact shape within ten minutes of the impact. The bumper shall protect the bus from damage as a result of 6.5 mph impacts at any point by the common carriage with contoured impact surface defined in Figure 2 of FMVSS 310 loaded to 4,000 lbs parallel to the longitudinal centerline of the bus. It shall protect the bus from damage as a result of 5.5 mph impacts into the corners at a 30-degree angle to the longitudinal centerline of the bus. 141 TS 70.3 Bumpers, Rear Bumper Certification Pre-Production Meetings
No part of the bus, including the bumper, shall be damaged as a result of a two mph impact with a fixed, flat barrier perpendicular to the longitudinal centerline of the bus. The bumper shall return to its pre-impact shape within ten minutes of the impact. When using a yard tug with a smooth, flat plate bumper two feet wide contacting the horizontal centerline of the rear bumper, the bumper shall provide protection at speeds up to five mph, over pavement discontinuities up to one inch high, and at accelerations up to two mph/sec. The rear bumper shall protect the bus, when impacted anywhere along its width by the common carriage with contoured impact surface defined in Figure 2 of FMVSS 301 loaded to 4000 lbs, at four mph parallel to or up to a 30-degree angle to, the longitudinal centerline of the bus.
142 TS 70.5 Bicycle Rack Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The installed bicycle rack shall not interfere with towing the Bus. California Code Title 13 requires that bike racks be installed with a way for the Operator to determine whenever the bike rack is deployed.
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1 TS 71.1 Finish and Color,
Appearance Documentation
Pre-production
Meetings/Pilot
Vehicle
Contractor shall utilize the LACMTA's existing local color scheme in its exterior paint design, (see Technical
Specification Attachment 1-Metro Local Exterior and Interior Fleet Standards for reference). Exterior colors shall be applied over a white base color. The manufacturer shall submit for MTA's approval, a drawing showing painting layout including striping bends and breaks, during Pre-Production meetings.
The Pilot Bus shall be painted according to this color scheme for approval by the LACMTA prior to application to the
remainder of the buses..
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2 TS 71.1 Finish and Color,
Appearance Documentation With Each
Vehicle
Exterior painted surfaces shall have a minimum of 0.5-mil thick primer coat and a minimum 2.5-mil thick finish coat. Mil thickness shall conform to paint manufacturer's specifications. 145 TS 72.1
Decals, Numbering and
Signing, Passenger
Information
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-production
Meetings
“Take One” boxes shall be mounted at both the front and rear doors in convenient locations for passengers and the minimum “Take Twelve” unit shall be located in a convenient location towards the front of the bus, subject to LACMTA approval... 146 8
4 TS 73.2 Exterior Lighting,
Doorway Lighting
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
Lamps at the front and rear passenger doorways shall comply with ADA requirements and shall activate only when the doors open. These lamps shall illuminate the street surface to a level of no less than one foot-candle for a distance of threefeet outward from the outboard edge of the door threshold with a passenger standing in the threshold. The lights must be positioned overhead and shall be shielded to protect
passengers’ eyes from glare.
147 TS 73.4 Exterior, Lighting,
Headlights
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Lenses shall be resistant to hazing and yellowing, and have proper hardness to resist surface scratches and stone chips, subject to LACMTA approval…
148 TS 74
Interior Panels &
Finishes, General
Requirements
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period Additional anti-graffiti/vandalism treatments shall be applied to interior surfaces, subject to LACMTA approval…
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5 TS 75. Interior Panels Certification Preproduction
Meetings
Interior panel required to meet FMVSS 302.
Materials shall comply with the Recommended Fire Safety Practices defined in FTA Docket 90-A, most recent revision. 150 TS 75 Interior Panels Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Panels in other areas of the bus shall be stainless or other material as determined to best match appearance with the rear section of the bus subject to LACMTA approval…
151 TS 75.2 Interior Panels, Modesty
Panel Certification Pilot Vehicle Prior
To Production
The modesty panel and its mounting shall withstand a static force of 250 lbs applied to a four inch × four inch area in the center of the panel without permanent visible deformation. 171
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152 TS 75.2 Interior Panels, Modesty
Panel Inspection Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
At the rear door area a clear non-glass panel from above the modesty panel to the top of the daylight opening and attached to the stanchion.
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6 TS 75.4 Interior Panels, Rear
Bulkhead
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Ceiling and enclosures adjacent to ceiling shall be made of durable, corrosion resistant, easily cleanable material subject to LACMTA approval…
154 8
9 TS 75.8 Interior Panels, Floor
Covering Certification
Preproduction
Meetings & Pilot
Vehicle at Factory
All interior floor areas shall be covered with a combination of gray color smooth and ribbed slip resistant rubber or
equivalent floor covering that remains effective in all weather conditions with 12-year unconditional warranty, subject to LACMTA approval.
155 TS 75.8 Interior Panels, Floor
Covering
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
The edge of any interior steps shall have minimal overhang.
Special coating for the step tread section may be acceptable subject to LACMTA approval…
156 TS 75.9 Interior Panels, Interior
Lighting
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
The lighting system shall meet FCC Part 18; Class A
regulation for EMI conducted and radiated emissions.
The interior lighting design shall be subject to LACMTA approval.
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0 TS 75.12 Interior Panels, Seating
Area(s) (Transit Bus)
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
The interior lighting system shall provide a minimum 15 foot- candle illumination on a one square- foot plane at an angle of 45 degrees from horizontal, centered 33 inches above the floor and 24 inches in front of the seat back at each seat position.
Allowable average light level for the rear bench seats shall be seven foot-candles.
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1 TS 75.14
Interior Panels,
Vestibules/Doors (Transit
Bus)
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
Floor surface in the aisles shall be a minimum of 10 foot- candles, and the vestibule area a minimum of four foot-candles with the front doors open and a minimum of two foot-candles with the front doors closed. The front entrance area and curb lights (if needed) shall illuminate when the front door is open and master run switch is in the “lights” positions. Rear exit area and curb lights shall illuminate when the rear door is unlocked
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2 TS 75.16 Interior Panels, Step
Lighting
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
Step lighting for the intermediate steps between lower and upper floor levels shall be a minimum of four foot-candles and shall illuminate in all engine run positions.
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3 TS 75.17 Interior Panels, Ramp
Lighting (Transit Bus)
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
Exterior and interior ramp lighting shall comply with CFR Part 49, Section 38.31.
Lights shall be provided at the doorway equipped with the wheelchair access system to floodlight the loading area.
The light shall be wired through the ramp master toggle switch on the driver’s dash and shall automatically illuminate when this switch is in the “On” position.
During ramp operation, the street surface shall be illuminated to a minimum o f six candlepower a distance of three (3) feet beyond the external dimensions of the ramp platform once deployed.
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4 TS
75.19.1 Farebox Lighting, Transit
Bus
Test
Documentation
Pilot Vehicle Prior
to Production
A light fixture shall be mounted in the ceiling above the farebox location. The fixture shall be capable of projecting a
concentrated beam of light on the farebox. The light shall illuminate the top of the fare box and the surrounding floor area to a minimum of 15 foot-candles.
162 TS 76 Fare Collection Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The Contractor shall provide and install GFI Genfare Odyssey Validation farebox base plate, power leads and ITS interface cable, subject to LACMTA approval…
163 TS 76 Fare Collection Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
A one-inch inside diameter waterproof conduit shall be
provided from the ITS enclosure to the farebox base plate mounting location, through the Bus floor, to protect the power leads and ITS interface cable, subject to LACMTA approval… 164 TS 77 Interior Access Panels
and Doors (Transit Bus)
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Removal of fixtures or equipment unrelated to the repair task to gain access shall be precluded or used only subject to LACMTA approval…
165 TS 77 Interior Access Panels
and Doors (Transit Bus)
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Access doors shall be hinged with gas props or nover-center springs, where practical, to hold the doors out of the
mechanic’s way subject to LACMTA approval during pre-
production meetings. All overhead doors shall be hinged at the top and shall be prevented from coming loose or opening during transit service or in bus cleaning operations. Panel fasteners shall be standardized so that only one tool is required to service all special fasteners within the Bus subject to LACMTA approval…
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5 TS 78.13 Passenger Seating,
Structure and Design
Test
Documentation
Pre-Production
Meetings
Seat back handhold and armrests shall withstand static
horizontal and vertical forces of 250 lbs applied anywhere along their length with less than ¼-inch permanent
deformation. Seat back handhold and armrests shall withstand 25,000 impacts in each direction of a horizontal force of 125 lbs with less than ¼-inch permanent deformation and without visible deterioration.
167 TS 78.15
Passenger Seating,
Construction and
Materials
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Selected materials shall minimize damage from vandalism and shall reduce cleaning time. The seats shall be attached to the frame with tamper-resistant fasteners and is subject to LACMTA approval…
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6 TS 79. Passenger Assists,
(Transit Bus) Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
Passenger assists shall be convenient in location, shape, and size for both the 95th-percentile male and the 5th-percentile female standee.
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7 TS 79.1 Assists (Transit Bus)
Certification &
Test
Documentation
Pre-Production
Meetings
Passenger assists shall be capable of passing the NHTSA Drawstring Test. A crash resulting in a one- foot intrusion shall not produce sharp edges, loose rails, or other potentially dangerous conditions associated with a lack of structural integrity of the assists.
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8 TS 79.1 Assists, (Transit Bus) Test
Documentation
Pre-Production
Meetings
Assists shall withstand a force of 300 lbs applied over a 12- inch lineal dimension in any direction normal to the assist without permanent visible deformation.
171 9
9 TS 79.1 Assists, (Transit Bus) Inspection Pilot Vehicle at Factory
All passenger assists shall permit a full hand grip with no less than 1½ inches of knuckle clearance around the assist.
172 1
0 0
TS 79.3 Vestibule (Transit Bus) Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
The front assist should not impede wheelchair boarding and provide adequate clearance and access to the farebox during vaulting and maintenance.
173 TS 79.6 Longitudinal Seat Assists
(Transit Bus)
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
A vertical assist or grabrail shall be provided convenient to the outer rear settee seats if they are immediately behind an aisle facing seat subject to LACMTA approval…
174 TS 80.1 Passenger Doors, Transit
Bus
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
All passenger door components, except door panels and
glazing, must come from one single manufacture, subject to LACMTA approval…
175 TS 81.1 Accessibility Provisions,
Loading Systems
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Bus shall utilize a low-floor fully electrically operated, preferably self-leveling wheelchair ramp system subject to LACMTA approval…
174
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176 1
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TS 81.3 Accessibility Provisions,
Lift
Test
Documentation
Pre-Production &
Pilot Vehicle Prior
To Production
The loading platform shall be covered with a replaceable or renewable nonskid material and shall be fitted with devices to prevent the wheelchair from rolling off the sides during loading or unloading.
Deployment or storage of the ramp shall require no more than 15 seconds.
Each operation shall require continues manual pressure to the momentary switch by the operator and shall not allow
unintentional improper access system operation. The device shall function without failure or adjustment for 500 cycles or 5,000 miles in all-weather conditions on the design operating profile when activated once during the idle phase. A manual override system shall permit unloading a wheelchair and storing the device in the event of a primary power failure. The manual operation of the ramp shall not require more than 35 lbs of force.
177 TS 81.5 Wheelchair
Accommodations
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Forward facing wheelchair securement and occupant restraint systems shall be the QPod or approved equal, subject to LACMTA approval…
178 TS 81.5.2
Wheelchair
Accommodations, Rear
Facing
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Fabric covering on the padded barrier shall be blue, subject to LACMTA approval.
179 TS 83
Signage and
Communication,
Destination Signs
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
The destination sign compartments shall meet the following minimum requirements.
Compartments shall be designed to prevent condensation and entry of moisture and dirt.
Compartments shall be designed to prevent fogging of b oth compartment window and glazing on unit itself.
Access shall be provided to allow cleaning of inside
compartment window and unit glazing, subject to LACMTA
approval in Pre-Production meetings.
Front window exterior display area shall be sized to allow f ull visibility of the front destination sign.
180 1
0 3
TS 83. Destination Signs,
(Programming) Deliverable Pilot Vehicle
Delivery in L.A.
Software shall be furnished for programming the sign system via an IBM compatible lap-top computer.
175
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181 TS 84.1 Passenger Information,
Interior Displays
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
“Take one” boxes shall be mounted at both the front and rear doors in convenient locations for passengers and the minimum “take twelve” unit shall be located in a convenient location towards the front of the bus, subject to LACMTA approval... 182 TS 85.1 Passenger Stop
Request/Exit Signal
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
A minimum of twelve stop request signal buttons utilizing a yellow housing shall be evenly distributed in the passenger cabin to be functionally accessible to all seated passengers subject to LACMTA approval...
183 TS 85.1 Passenger Stop
Request/Exit Signal
Documents,
Drawings Proposal Period
Pricing for the installation of a wireless pushbutton switch system shall be provided on PF-1 Form, Schedule of Optional Vehicle Configuration.
184 TS 86 Communications Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Service light(s) with suitable switch shall be provided within the enclosure, subject to LACMTA approval.
185 TS 86.1 Camera Surveillance
System Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
A day -to-night demonstration shall be required to establish camera performance and final placement for optimum views and clarity. The LACMTA shall witness the demonstration and approve the final placement of the cameras. This
demonstration must be successfully completed prior to
approval of the pilot bus(s).
186 TS 86.1 Camera Surveillance
System, Interior Cameras
Documents,
Drawings
Pre-Production
Meetings
Front interior camera(s) at front door passenger boarding area shall record audio subject to LACMTA approval...
176
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187 1
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TS 86.1
Camera Surveillance
System, Interior Cameras,
Exterior Cameras
Documentation Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
Cameras shall be placed for best recording of the following five (5) areas:
a) Forward 1/3 of passenger area, view of front vestibule, farebox transactions and field of view to include
operator and image of bus number located on operator’s
barrier
b) Front door, passenger boarding
c) Rear door, passenger exiting
d) Middle 1/3 passenger area
e) Rear 1/3 passenger seating area starting from behind rear door with a primary emphasis on the rearmost
seats.
Cameras shall be placed for best recording of the following four (4) areas:
a) Forward looking through windshield (Accident
Surveillance)
b) The curb side area of the Bus, (including exit door), and street from ten feet beyond front bumper to ten feet
beyond rear bumper
c) Street side area of the Bus and street from ten feet beyond the front bumper to ten feet beyond the rear
bumper
d) Rear camera shall view the ground behind the Bus
from the bumper to approximately 25 feet back
188 TS 86.1 Exterior Cameras Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at Factory
Camera positions and adjustment are subject to LACMTA
approval…
189 TS 86.1 Camera Monitor Documentation Pre-Production Meetings
Final monitor configuration is subject to LACMTA approval during pre-production meetings.
190 1
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TS 86.1
Camera Surveillance
System, Central
Processor
Inspection Pilot Vehicle at
Factory
The video security system central processor shall be
packaged in a suitable ventilated shock mounted and splash resistant enclosure keyed to LACMTA standards, located
within the ITS enclosure, subject to LACMTA approval…
177
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191 TS 86.1 System Management
Tool Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
shall incorporate a system management tool for; wireless download of video files in a timely manner, software upgrades, camera checks, configuration changes and health reports as required. Final configuration is subject to LACMTA approval. 192 TS 86.1 System Management
Tool Documentation Proposal Period
Pricing of the system management tool for use at up to 13 LACMTA operating divisions shall be provided to the LACMTA on Price Form PF -4, Schedule C of Prices of Diagnostic Test Equipment.
193 TS 86.1 Enhanced Video
Recording System Option Documentation Proposal Period
Pricing for optional features to enhance the video recording system shall be provide d on Price Form PF -1, Schedule of Optional Vehicle Configuration.
Ability of video system to analyze and discern events such as wheelchair passengers and generate report information with summary data such as wheelchair passenger count and
boarding/alighting locations.
The ability to utilize the dash mounted display for diagnostic work or configuration changes on the DVR.
Incorporation of a 360 degree camera (s) for better surveillance of bus interior.
194 TS 86.2 Public Address System Documentation Pre-Production Meetings
The location of the gooseneck microphone is subject to
LACMTA approval in pre-production meetings.
195 TS 86.3 Automatic Passenger
Counter (APC) Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
Provisions and necessary cables for installation of door sensors and analyzer(s) for IRMA-3 infrared APC system shall be provided subject to LACMTA approval.
196 TS 86.3 Automatic Passenger
Counter (APC) Documentation Proposal Period
As an option, LACMTA may consider incorporating an
installation of IRMA -Matrix infrared APC System. Pricing to include; installation, cabling, door sensors, analyzer(s), software, integration testing, first article acceptance and any other items necessary for proper operation shall be submitted on form PF-1, Schedule of Optional Vehicle Configuration. 197 TS 86.4.4 Emergency Alarm Documentation Pre-Production Meetings
SAS switch location and lead wire routing is subject to LACMTA approval...
198 TS 86.8 ITS Provisions, WLAN Documentation Pre Production Meetings
Sierra Wireless InMotion MG90 or an approved equal wireless router/switch and feedline shall be installed, subject to LACMTA approval…
178
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199 TS 86.9 ITS Provisions, Radio
Antennas Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
The antenna mounting and lead termination shall be
accessible from the Bus interior, subject to LACMTA
approval…
200 1
0 7
TS 86.10 ITS Provisions, Global
Positioning System (GPS) Documentation Pre-Production
Meetings
The GPS Antenna shall be mounted on the centerline of the roof of the bus near the front, with a quick disconnect, within two feet from the antenna, for future replacement subject to LACMTA approval…
See TS 88.1 Approved Equals.
201 TS 86.11 ITS Provisions, IBSS Documentation Pre-Production Meetings
Battery and ignition power and a separate J1939
communication connection shall be supplied in the ITS
enclosure, subject to LACMTA approval…
202 1
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TS 88.2 Maintainability
Requirements Demonstration Pilot Vehicle at
Factory and in LA
The Contractor shall be required to demonstrate these
maintenance tasks using the information contained in the service and parts manuals.
MAEL-048 Response Required: No
Date: March 14, 2019
File Nos.:
Action Item(s):
CDRL: n/a
Richard Himes
Contract Administration Manager
Eldorado National (California), Inc. (ENC)
9670 Galena Street
Riverside, CA 92509
SUBJECT: OP28367-000 40’ LOW FLOOR CNG TRANSIT BUSES
EXECUTED CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO.: 13
PROCURE LINE ITEMS - SPECIAL TOOLS (PF-3); DIAGNOSTIC TEST EQUIPMENT (PF-4); UPDATED PRICING FORMS
Reference: ELMA-055, 057
Dear Mr. Himes:
Enclosed is your executed original of the subject modification.
Please call me at 213.922.7334 or e-mail at [email protected] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Hernandez
Principal Contract Administrator
Enclosure: Fully executed Contract Modification No. 13
cc: Kwesi Annan
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
CONTRACT NO. OP28367-000, CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO.: 13
FOR: FORTY FOOT (40’) LOW FLOOR CNG TRANSIT BUSES
This Contract Modification No. 13 to Contract No.: OP28367-000 is made effective on the 8th day of February 2019 by and between the LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY, hereinafter referred to as "MTA", and EL DORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC. , hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR".
WHEREAS, CONTRACTOR and MTA e ntered into Contract No.: OP28367-000 effective August 15, 2017, as amended by Contract Modification No. 1, dated November 6, 2017, Contract Modification No. 2, date d December 6, 2017 , Contract Modificatio n No. 3 dated December 27, 2017, Contract Modification No. 4 dated January 19, 2018 , Contract Modification No. 5 dated February 12, 2018 , Contract Modification No. 6 dated April 23, 2018 , Contract Modification No. 7 dated October 3, 2018, Contract Modification No. 8 dated October 26, 2018 , Contract Modification No. 9 dated November 5, 2018, Contract Modification No. 10 dated January 9, 2019, Contract Modification No. 11 dated January 15, 2019, and Contract Modification No. 12 dated January 17, 2019, (the "Existing Contract") and;
WHEREAS, CONTRACTOR and MTA desire to modify the Existing Contract as provided herein;
Now, therefore, it is mutually agreed, by and between the parties as follows:
1. MTA to procure specific l ine items under the Pricing Form PF -3 Special Tools and PF -4 Diagnostic Test Equipment.
2. Update the Pricing Forms PF1 to PF 5, as attached.
Modify Article IV COMPENSATION to read as follows:
ARTICLE IV: COMPENSATION
A. Contract Price
1. In consideration of the Contractor’s full performance of the Work, and in accordance with the terms of the Contract, Metro will pay the Contractor the Contract Price of $199,324,170, inclusive of tax and delivery as provided in this Article and in the Contract Document entitled Compensation and Payment Provisions.
Contract Options may be exercised unilater ally by LACMTA in accordance with Special Provisions Article SP-28, Options.
2. Training Aids - Additionally, in consideration of the Contractor’s full performance of the Work, and in accordance with the terms of the Contract, Metro will pay the Contractor for line items under Pricing Form PF-5 Training Aids in the amount of $349,646 inclusive of tax and delivery as provided in this Article and in the Contract Document entitled Compensation and Payment Provisions, CP- 2 (H).
Contract Modification No. 13 Page 2 of 3 Contract No.: OP28367-000 Issued: 02/08/19 CA: EH
a. Ea. One complete running e ngine and transmission assembly, including cooling and fueling systems, mounted on a suitable roll around stand (TS 5.6.3.a)
b. Ea. Anti-Lock Brake Board (TS 5.6.3.f)
c. Ea. Electric Air Conditioning Training Simulator Module (TS 5.6. 3.g) d. Ea. Video Security System (TS 5.6.3.i)
e. Ea. Multiplex Electrical Training Board (TS 5.6.3.k) f. Ea. Voith DIWA.6 transmission training cutaway (TS 5.6.3.b)
3. Special Tools (PF-3) - In consideration of the Contractor’s full performance of the Work, and in acco rdance with the terms of the Contract, Contractor will provide two (2) Complete Voith Special Service Tool Kits (P/N 3040093309) under Pricing Form PF-3.
Contractor is providing this line item at no cost to Metro.
4. Diagnostic Test Equipment (PF-4) - In consideration of the Contractor’s full performance of the Work, and in accordance with the terms of the Contract, Metro will pay the Contractor for the following line items under Pricing Form PF -4 Diagnostic Test Equipment in the amount of $ 104,586, inclusive of tax and delivery as provided in this Article and in the Contract Document entitled Compensation and Payment Provisions, CP- 2 (G).
NO. UNIT DESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT
PRICE
TOTAL
PRICE
a. Ea.
Engine Diagnostic software, including
necessary cables and connectors (TS
5.6.5)
20 $1,170.00 $23,400.00
b. Ea.
Voith Transmission Diagnostic
Tooling Kit (P/N 151.00400712) (TS
5.6.5)*
20 $805.50 $8,055.00*
c. Ea.
ABS Diagnostic software, including
necessary cables and connectors (TS
5.6.5)
20 $1,370.00 $27,400.00
d. Ea. Multiplex System PC software and
connection kit 20 $332.00 $6,640.00
e. Ea. A/C Interface Software and Cable (TS
5.6.5) 20 $585.00 $11,700.00
f. Ea.
Door System Diagnostic/
Programming Software, Tools &
Equipment (TS 5.6.5)
20 $905.00 $18,100.00
Total $95,295.00
Tax (9.75%) $ 9,291.26
Total Amount, including tax $104,586.00
* Ten (10) Voith Transmission Diagnostic Tool kits are being provided at no cost to MTA
Except as expressly amended hereby, the Existing Contract remains in full force and effect as originally executed.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Contract Modification No. 13 to the Existing Contract to be executed by their respective officers duly authorized on the date first written above.
EL DORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
By: SignatGre ~
Type or Print Name
~~,/,~~Date
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY
Philip A. Washingtor~
Chief Executive OfF~cer
By:
W ayne Oku
Director, Con act AdministrationR i
~oDate
Contract Modification No. 13 Page 3 of 3 Contract No.: OP28387-DDO Issued: 02108!19 CA: EH
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1 (CNG - 40') - CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY
Contract Modification No.: 13
Proposer:
Contract No.:
Contract Title:
1.0 CONTRACT FOR 295 BUSES (BASE BUY) Taxable
No. Qty. Description of Item Unit Price Unit Price Total Price 1 229 40' Low Floor CNG Buses (Base Buy) from PF-1A Values derived from PF-1A*: $596,199.46 $615,939.30 $141,050,100 66 1 40' Low Floor CNG Buses (Base Buy) from PF-1A $595,805.53 $615,545.53 $40,626,005 1a Lot Manuals (Base Buy) (TS 5.6.4) $2,281.50 Lump Sum $23,400.00 1b 295 Vehicle Delivery Charge for Base Buy Value of all taxable delivery charges per bus**: $275.00 $81,125.00 1c 229 Tax (Base Buy Production Bus 67 - 295) 9.75% $58,129.45 $13,313,925 1d 66 Tax (Base Buy Production Bus 1-66) 9.75% $58,091.04 $3,834,009 2 2 Pilot Buses Retrofit with Rear Axle Upgrade $8,600 $17,201 2a Tax 9.75% $838.55 $1,677
3 Lot Reserved
4 Lot Reserved
5 Lot Reserved
6 Lot Reserved
7 Lot Performance Bond (Base Buy) Lump Sum $119,336.00
8 1,000 Total Training Hours for Base Buy*** $175,000.00 8a 900 Contractor (Proposer/Prime) Base Buy $175.00 $157,500.00 8b 100 Subcontractor/Supplier Base Buy $175.00 $17,500.00 9 1 System Management Tool for use at up to (13) MTA Operating Divisions per TS 86.1 $74,930.00 $74,930.00 10a 15 Special Towing Equipment (TS 25) $386.00 $5,790.00 10b Tax 9.75% $37.64 $564.53
11a 2 Rear Recovery Devices/Tie Downs (TS 25) $505.00 $1,010.00 11b Tax 9.75% $49.24 $98.48
1.0 Total Price for CONTRACT for 295 Base Buy Buses (Sum of Items "1" through "11b") to be the BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation In U.S. Dollars Using Figures: $199,324,170
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
OP28367-000
FORTY FOOT (40') LOW FLOOR CNG BUS PROCUREMENT
ONE HUNDRED NINETY NINE MILLION THREE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY DOLLARSIn U.S. Dollars Using Words:
LACMTA
CONTRACT NO. OP28367-000
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PRICING FORM
PF1 - CNG 40'
Contract Mod. No. 13
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1 (CNG - 40') - CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY
Contract Modification No.: 13
Proposer:
Contract No.:
Contract Title:
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
OP28367-000
FORTY FOOT (40') LOW FLOOR CNG BUS PROCUREMENT
NOTE
1 Unit Prices from Mod. No. 7 for Production Buses 1 - 65 *
**
***
2.0 CONTRACT FOR 150 UP TO 305 BUSES (OPTION BUY) Taxable No. Qty. Description of Item Unit Price Unit Price Total Price 10 305 40' Low Floor CNG Buses (Option Buy) from PF-1A for 150 to 305 vehicles* $596,199.46 $615,939.30 $187,861,486.50 10a Lot Manuals (Option Buy) (TS 5.6.4)*** $2,281.50 Lump Sum $23,400.00 10b 305 Vehicle Delivery Charge for Option Buy Value of all taxable delivery charges per bus**: $0.00 $275.00 $83,875.00 10c Tax (Option Buy) 9.75% $58,129.45 $17,731,762.94
11 Reserved $ $
12 Lot Performance Bond for Option Buy*** Lump Sum $123,421.00 13 500 Total Training Hours for Option Buy**** $87,500.00 13a 450 Contractor (Proposer/Prime) Option Buy $175.00 $78,750.00 13b 50 Subcontractor/Supplier Option Buy $175.00 $8,750.00 14 Reserved $ $
2.0 Total Price for CONTRACT for 150 Up to 305 Option Buy Buses (Sum of Items "10" through "14") to be the BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation In U.S. Dollars Using Words:
In U.S. Dollars Using Figures: $205,911,445
NOTE *
**
***
**** Training Hours for Option Buy are only estimates and not a guaranteed level of effort. The total for this Line is a Not-to-Exceed provisional amount.
Input the taxable portion of the Delivery Charge under the Taxable Unit Price column and the total Delivery Charge under the Unit Price column Taxable Unit Price is the Unit Price less 1.14 Accessibility Provisions on PF-1A Input the taxable portion of the Delivery Charge under the Taxable Unit Price column and the total Delivery Charge under the Unit Price column For proposal purposes only, Manuals and Bond prices are for all 305 bus Options exercised. Actual cost will depend on Option quantity ordered.
Training Hours for Base Buy are only estimates and not a guaranteed level of effort. The total for this Line is a Not-to-Exceed provisional amount.
TWO-HUNDRED FIVE MILLION NINE HUNDRED ELEVEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED FORTY
FIVE DOLLARS
Taxable Unit Price is the Unit Price less 1.14 Accessibility Provisions on PF-1A LACMTA
CONTRACT NO. OP28367-000
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PRICING FORM
PF1 - CNG 40'
Contract Mod. No. 13
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1 (CNG - 40') - CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY
Contract Modification No.: 13
Proposer:
Contract No.:
Contract Title:
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
OP28367-000
FORTY FOOT (40') LOW FLOOR CNG BUS PROCUREMENT
3.0 OPTIONAL VEHICLE CONFIGURATION
No. Qty. Description of Item Unit Price Total Price
15 1 3 ADA Securement Configuration TS 81.5 (Total 15a - 15d) $6,370.00 15a Direct Materials/Equipment $5,750.00
15b Labor Installation Costs $620.00
15c Non Recurring Cost $0.00
15d Other Costs (Identify) $0.00
16 1 4 ADA Securement Configuration TS 81.5 (Total 16a - 16d) $10,170.00 16a Direct Materials/Equipment $9,150.00
16b Labor Installation Costs $1,020.00
16c Non Recurring Cost $0.00
16d Other Costs (Identify) $0.00
17 600 Reserved****
17a 295 Reserved
17b 305 Reserved
18 600 25-Year Certified CNG Tanks $522,000.00
18a 295 25 Yr Certified CNG Tanks for Base Buy $256,650.00 $870.00 18b 305 25 Yr Certified CNG Tanks for Option Buy for 150 up to 305 vehicles $265,350.00 $870.00 19 600 Complete Automatic Passenger Counter System TS 86.3 (Total 19a - 19h) $2,757,600.00 19a 295 Direct Materials/Equipment for Base Buy APC $4,136.00 19b 295 Labor Installation Costs for Base Buy APC $460.00 19c 295 Non Recurring Cost for Base Buy APC $
LACMTA
CONTRACT NO. OP28367-000
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PRICING FORM
PF1 - CNG 40'
Contract Mod. No. 13
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1 (CNG - 40') - CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY
Contract Modification No.: 13
Proposer:
Contract No.:
Contract Title:
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
OP28367-000
FORTY FOOT (40') LOW FLOOR CNG BUS PROCUREMENT
19d 295 Other Costs (Identify) for Base Buy APC $
Total for Base Buy APC $1,355,820.00 $4,596.00
19e 305 Direct Materials/Equipment for Option Buy APC for 150 up to 305 vehicles $4,136.00 19f 305 Labor Installation Costs for Option Buy APC for 150 up to 305 vehicles $460.00 19g 305 Non Recurring Cost for Option Buy APC for 150 up to 305 vehicles $ 19h 305 Other Costs (Identify) for Option Buy APC for 150 up to 305 vehicles $ Total for Option Buy APC for 150 up to 305 vehicles $1,401,780.00 $4,596.00 20 600 Enhanced 360 degree Camera System TS 86.1 (Total 20a - 20h) $579,000.00 20a 295 Direct Materials/Equipment for Base Buy Enhanced Camera System $869.00 20b 295 Labor Installation Costs for Base Buy Enhanced Camera System $96.00 20c 295 Non Recurring Cost for Base Buy Enhanced Camera System $ 20d 295 Other Costs (Identify) for Base Buy Enhanced Camera System $ Total for Base Buy Enhanced Camera System $284,675.00 $965.00 20e 305 Direct Materials/Equipment for Option Buy Enhanced Camera System for 150 up to 305 vehicles $869.00 20f 305 Labor Installation Costs for Option Buy Enhanced Camera System for 150 up to 305 vehicles $96.00 20g 305 Non Recurring Cost for Option Buy Enhanced Camera System for 150 up to 305 vehicles $ 20h 305 Other Costs (Identify) for Option Buy Enhanced Camera System for 150 up to 305 vehicles $ Total for Option Buy Enhanced Camera System for 150 up to 305 vehicles $294,325.00 $965.00 21 600 USB Ports for Passenger Charging Only $288,000.00 21a 295 USB Ports for Passenger Charging Only for Base Buy $141,600.00 $480.00 21b 305 USB Ports for Passenger Charging Only for Option Buy for 150 up to 305 vehicles $146,400.00 $480.00 22 600 Optional Wireless Stop Request Switches (Bus set) $291,000.00 22a 295 Optional Wireless Stop Request Switches (Bus set) for Base Buy $143,075.00 $485.00 LACMTA
CONTRACT NO. OP28367-000
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PRICING FORM
PF1 - CNG 40'
Contract Mod. No. 13
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1 (CNG - 40') - CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY
Contract Modification No.: 13
Proposer:
Contract No.:
Contract Title:
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
OP28367-000
FORTY FOOT (40') LOW FLOOR CNG BUS PROCUREMENT
22b 305 Optional Wireless Stop Request Switches (Bus set) for Option Buy for 150 up to 305 vehicles $147,925.00 $485.00 23 600 Optional Full Color Destination Sign Sets (TS 86.3) $2,070,000.00 23a 295 Optional Full Color Destination Sign Sets (TS 86.3) for Base Buy $1,017,750.00 $3,450.00 23b 305 Optional Full Color Destination Sign Sets (TS 86.3) for Option Buy for 150 up to 305 vehicles $1,052,250.00 $3,450.00 24 Lot Spare Parts (From Schedule A, Form PF-2) $2,261,788.13 25 Lot Special Tools ( Schedule B Form PF-3) $16,731.60 26 Lot Diagnostic Test Equipment (Schedule C, Form PF-4) $336,020.00 27 Lot Training Aids (Schedule D, Form PF-5) $989,385.00
3.0 Total Price for OPTIONAL VEHICLE CONFIGURATION (Sum of Items "15 through 27") for OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT to be BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation.
In U.S. Dollars Using Words:
In U.S. Dollars Using Figures: $10,128,065
**** Proposer shall provide base Low Nox Engine for each bus with the following Emission Levels:
ISLG engine is not the base engine requirement. Low Nox engine is the base requirement and therefore no longer an option.
Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx )
Grams per brake horsepower-hour
0.02 0.01
Particulate Matter (PM) grams
TEN-MILLION ONE HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND SIXTY FIVE DOLLARS per brake horsepower hour
LACMTA
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PRICING FORM
PF1 - CNG 40'
Contract Mod. No. 13
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1 (CNG - 40') - CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY
Contract Modification No.: 13
Proposer:
Contract No.:
Contract Title:
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC.
OP28367-000
FORTY FOOT (40') LOW FLOOR CNG BUS PROCUREMENT
4.0 CONTRACT FOR BASE BUY, OPTION BUY, AND OPTIONALVEHICLE CONFIGURATION No. Qty. Description of Item Total Price
1.0 Total Price for CONTRACT for 295 Base Buy Buses to be the BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation $199,324,170
2.0 Total Price for CONTRACT for 150 Up to 305 Option Buy Buses to be the BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation $205,911,445
3.0 Total Price for OPTIONAL VEHICLE CONFIGURATION for OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT to be BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation $10,128,065
4.0 Total Price for CONTRACT for 295 Base Buy Buses, for 150 up to 305 Option Buy Buses, and Optional Vehicle Configuration for Optional Equipment combined to be the overall BASIS for Price Proposal evaluation In U.S. Dollars Using Words:
In U.S. Dollars Using Figures: $415,363,680
(Signature of Person Executing Proposal) Date
Type Name, Title
TONY WAYNE VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER
FOUR-HUNDRED FIFTEEN MILLION THREE HUNDRED SIXTY THREE THOUSAND SIX
HUNDRED EIGHTY DOLLARS
LACMTA
CONTRACT NO. OP28367-000
GA12-93 Page 6 of 6
PRICING FORM
PF1 - CNG 40'
Contract Mod. No. 13
GROUP A - UP TO 600 40' CNG BUSES
FORM PF-1A (CNG - 40') SUBSYSTEM EQUIPMENT
CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO.: 13
Contractor:
Contract No.: OP28367-000
BASE BUY
NO. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM
1 Purchased Subsystem Equipment (Items 1.1 through 1.99) **
1.1 TS 9. Propulsion Power Assembly (PPA)*** $18,372
1.2 TS 9. Engine $60,324
1.3 TS 10. Cooling System $12,650
1.4 TS 18. Fuel System $68,300
1.5 TS 19.2 Heat shield between catalytic converter and HVAC unit $332.55
1.6 TS 23.1 Hinge Rear Cross Seat Access to the bulkhead $65.66
1.7 TS 31. Suspension $19,950
1.8 TS 33. Steering System $4,950
1.9 TS 37. Brakes $3,260
1.10 TS 39. Pneumatic System $6,850
1.11 TS 42. Charging System $36,800
1.12 TS 44. Multiplex Control System $24,200
1.13 TS 54. HVAC Climate Control System $29,450
1.14 TS 75.2 Protective film on modesty panels $116.94
1.15 TS 76 Ethernet Cable to Farebox $38.38
1.16 TS 78. Passenger Seats $28,955
1.17 TS 80. Doors $14,830
1.18 TS 81. Accessibility Provisions $19,740
1.19 TS 86. Communications $3,244
1.20 TS 86.3 Ethernet Cables in ITS enclosue $310.91
1.21 TS 11 Transmission $14,261
1.22 TS 78.1 USB Passenger Charging Port $480
1.23 TS85.1 Wirelesss Stop Request Button $485
1.24 TS 86.3 Matrix APC $4,596
1.99 TS 34 Meritor Rear Axle Upgrade $1,040
All other bus subsystem equipment not included above $241,944 TOTAL CNG BUS PRICE Production Bus 1 - 66 *$615,545.53 $393.80
Production Bus 67 - 295 $615,939.30
*Transfer Total CNG Bus Price to Contract Price Summary Form (PF-1 - Unit Price column, line Item 1 - Base Buy Notes: 1. ** Price shall include design, engineering, manufacturing/assembly, testing, shipping, profit and other associated costs. Price for each subsystem equipment shall include all applicable apparatus.
2. Price for line Item Nos. 1a-27 in the CONTRACT PRICE SUMMARY(Form PF-1) shall not be included in computing price of any of the line items above.
3. *** PPA unit price for line item 1.1 excludes prices for items 1.2 through 1.99
ELDORADO NATIONAL (CALIFORNIA), INC
Add Altro Flooring (Bus 67 - 295)