Table Of ContentADDENDUM DATE: June 1, 2018
ADDENDUM #4
to the Request for Proposals (RFP) #2018-01 for
30’, 35’ and 40’ Low Floor Heavy Duty Clean Fuel Diesel Buses
NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL RESPONDENTS
The Request for Proposals (RFP) is modified as set forth in this Addendum. The original RFP Documents
and any previously issued addenda remain in full force and effect, except as modified by this Addendum,
which is hereby made part of the RFP. Respondent shall take this Addendum into consideration when
preparing and submitting its Proposal.
This document must be signed where indicated below by a person authorized to sign Proposals and
Addenda on behalf of your company, and returned with your Request for Proposal (RFP) submission.
Failure to do so may result in rejection of your Proposal.
THE ATTACHED PAGES ARE QUESTIONS AND REQUESTS FOR APPROVED EQUALS
RECEIVED AND THEIR CORRESPONDING ANSWERS
END OF ADDENDUM
Proposer acknowledges receipt of Addendum #4 and must sign and return this page with their Proposal.
Proposer: ____________________________________________
Authorized Signature: __________________________________ Date:____________________
Typed Name: _________________________________ Title: __________________________________
Proposer/Vehicle Manufacturer: New Flyer of America
Subject: Questions and/or Clarifications on RFP# 2018-01
Question #1
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: 5. Fleet Standardization
Page Number: 24 and 28
Original Spec Text: Buses available with a hybrid drive (option) and A higher weight will be
awarded to buses proposed as the same make and model in multiple sizes requested and available
with a hybrid drive option.
New Flyer’s Request: clarification for the spec which states available with a hybrid (option).
The RFP states that this RFP is for 30',35',40' Diesel buses. Are you looking for quotes on
Hybrid buses as well or just diesel's?
District Response: Hybrid buses are to be provided as an option.
Question #2
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Basic Body
Page Number: 8
Original Spec Text: The operator’s barrier shall be smoke color acrylic type material.
New Flyer’s Request: clarification for operator's barrier. Does it refer to driver's door, draft
shield or snowball shield? Please refer to the attached PowerPoint to help decide what you are
looking for.
District Response: Operator’s barrier refers to: A Plexiglas shield to the rear of operator
station. The shield shall be wide enough and tall enough to eliminate the possibility of contact
from a person or object originating from the passenger(s) directly to the rear of the operator’s
seat. The shield shall allow for full adjustment for driver headrest and seat.
Question #3
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Axles
Page Number: 15
Original Spec Text: Fatigue life of all steering components shall exceed 1,000,000 miles.
New Flyer’s Request: New Flyer would like to clarify that this is a design goal and not
warranty.
District Response: Noted.
Question #4
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Axles
Page Number: 60 Radio
Original Spec Text: The radio to be installed on each bus shall be further specified by the
Procuring Agency. Such radios may include a Motorola digital APX6500 mobile radio or other
type designated by the Procuring Agency. Such radio may be purchased by the OEM, a separate
Contractor, directly by the Procuring Agency, or as otherwise directed by that Agency.
New Flyer’s Request: Please clarify if there is a stand-alone radio required beyond what is
installed as part of the Avail system.
District Response: Yes, “Motorola digital APX8500 tri-band mobile radio or equal is to be
provided as an option.”
Question #5
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Axles
Page Number: 60 Emergency Alarm
Original Spec Text: The alarm button shall be a Square D #9001KR2U push button or equal.
For ITS equipped buses the Covert Switch Kit: 36T0033-003. Switch Alone: 24T0058-001.
New Flyer’s Request: Please clarify if we need to provide the Trapeze switch or can we
provide our own that is known to interface with Avail?
This is a Trapeze part number for a switch, but the ITS system specified is Avail.
District Response: Noted. The covert switch shall interface with Avail System.
Question #6
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Axles
Page Number: 61 Optional Equipment
Original Spec Text: Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) / Global Positioning System (GPS) -
The bus shall be equipped with a GPS-based Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) technology.
New Flyer’s Request: Please clarify if this is still required.
The functionality specified is already built into the Avail system that was previously specified.
District Response: The “Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) / Global Positioning System (GPS) -
The bus shall be equipped with a GPS-based Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) technology” is
to be provided as an optional cost.
Question #7
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Steering
Page Number: 17 Steering
Original Spec Text: The steering wheel shall have a rearward tilt adjustment range of no less
than 40 degrees as measured from the horizontal and upright position.
New Flyer’s Request: clarification on tilt adjustment range. Does it refer to tilt from center
position to rearward most position or does it refer to the total tilt from the forward most position
to the rearward most position. The maximum total tilt for NF steering column is 60 degrees.
District Response: It refers to the total tilt from the forward most position to the rearward most
position.
Question #8
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Heating, Ventilating and air
conditioning Equipment
Page Number: 31 Heating, Ventilating and air conditioning
Original Spec Text: Heat shall be supplied to the entrance and exit areas to prevent
accumulation of snow, ice, or slush with bus operating under design operating profile and
corresponding door opening cycle.
New Flyer’s Request: clarification on exit door heater. Whereas an entrance door ramp heater
is provided to prevent accumulation of snow, ice, or slush, the exit door area is heated by the
floor heaters along with the rest of the lower deck floor area.
District Response: Acceptable.
Question #9
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Public Address System
Page Number: 52 Public Address System
Original Spec Text: In this section, the term "OEM" refers to the bus manufacturer and
"Contractor" refers to an installer designated by NTD and/or the systems manufacturer(s).
New Flyer’s Request: clarification if New Flyer is the installer of equipment.
The spec is not clear as it often states the contractor is doing the installations. The assumption
would be that New Flyer is the "OEM" and "Contractor" to install all equipment.
District Response: The successful proposer is the “OEM” and “Contractor” to install all
equipment.
Question #10
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Mirrors
Page Number: 24- Mirrors
Original Spec Text: The rearview mirrors shall be mounted so that its lower edge is no less than
80 inches above the street surface and equipped with a permanent high-quality weather resistant
orange reflective decal.
New Flyer’s Request: clarification for street side mirror mounting as the last SR has low
mount.
District Response: Unable to provide clarification. NTD does not know what “SR” refers to.
Question #11
RFP-2018-01 Spec Section: A.1 Technical Specification- Brakes
Page Number: 17-Brakes
Original Spec Text: The entire service brake system, including friction material, shall have a
minimum overhaul or replacement life of 50,000 miles with a brake retarder on the design
operating profile.
New Flyer’s Request: New Flyer would like to clarify that this is a design goal and not a
warranty.
District Response: This is a design goal.
APPROVED EQUAL FORM
New Flyer of America
____________________________________________
Proposer/Vehicle Manufacturer
RFP Part ____ Section Number _______ Section Title ___1.4 TRAINNG, MANUALS AND PARTS
AVAILABILITY_______________________
Original Spec. Text:
The Contractor shall deliver the following training videos to participants on CD or DVD with
periodic updates and changes to all manuals prior to the delivery of the first coach:
Proposer’s Request:
New Flyer requests to send bus manuals provided 10 days after first bus is delivered at the
earliest.
The District’s Response:
Approved: X Denied: Noted: See Addendum:
Comments:
Procurement Officer: __Lori Richards_____________ Date: June 1, 2018
APPROVED EQUAL FORM
New Flyer of America
____________________________________________
Proposer/Vehicle Manufacturer
RFP Part ____ Section Number _______ Section Title ___1.4 TRAINNG, MANUALS AND PARTS
AVAILABILITY_______________________
Original Spec. Text:
Detailed and well organized maintenance, parts, and operator manuals covering all items as
built on the coach shall be supplied by the Contractor prior to acceptance of first coach.
Proposer’s Request:
New Flyer requests to send build specific, detailed and well organized maintenance and parts
manuals covering all items as built on the coach shall be supplied ten business days after the
first bus delivery.
The District’s Response:
Approved: X Denied: Noted: See Addendum:
Comments:
Procurement Officer: __Lori Richards_____________ Date: _June 1, 2018___
APPROVED EQUAL FORM
New Flyer of America
____________________________________________
Proposer/Vehicle Manufacturer
RFP Part ____ Section Number _______ Section Title ___1.4 TRAINNG, MANUALS AND PARTS
AVAILABILITY_______________________
Original Spec. Text:
A complete, well-developed troubleshooting guide covering all mechanical, electrical and
electronic components, including engine, transmission, and HVAC units.
Proposer’s Request:
A complete, well-developed troubleshooting guide covering all mechanical, electrical and
electronic components, including engine, transmission, and HVAC units is not available from the
vendors or New Flyer. New Flyer requests approval to not provide these manuals due to their
unavailability.
The District’s Response:
Approved: X Denied: Noted: See Addendum:
Comments: All manuals are required to be provided.
Procurement Officer: __Lori Richards_____________ Date: June 1, 2018
APPROVED EQUAL FORM
New Flyer of America
____________________________________________
Proposer/Vehicle Manufacturer
RFP Part ____ Section Number _______ Section Title ___1.4 TRAINNG, MANUALS AND PARTS
AVAILABILITY_______________________
Original Spec. Text:
Body and structural information and material specifications for major accident repair.
Proposer’s Request:
New Flyer requests approval to provide body and structural information on a at need basis
from our Technical Service team only if a major accident occurs. This information is not
available in our standard manuals.
The District’s Response:
Approved: X Denied: Noted: See Addendum:
Comments:
Procurement Officer: __Lori Richards_____________ Date: June 1, 2018
APPROVED EQUAL FORM
New Flyer of America
____________________________________________
Proposer/Vehicle Manufacturer
RFP Part ____ Section Number _______ Section Title ___1.4 TRAINNG, MANUALS AND PARTS
AVAILABILITY_______________________
Original Spec. Text:
List of special test equipment and tools required to maintain and repair systems down to the
component level including part number and supplier source.
Proposer’s Request:
New Flyer requests approval to provide New Flyer part numbers only. Source part numbers are
only provide in a special circumstances such as New Flyer parts lead time issues.
The District’s Response:
Approved: X Denied: Noted: See Addendum:
Comments:
Procurement Officer: __Lori Richards_____________ Date: June 1, 2018
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