Guide for Preparing Fire Pumper Apparatus Specifications. Part III--Preparing the Bid Specification

摘要

The third guide in the fire pumper apparatus series is a step-by-step workbook for completing the fire pumper specifications that are in Part IV. The tasks and steps in this guide address each major component of the apparatus according to a schedule given in Table I-1, page 4. The format of this workbook is systematically organized and flexible. The fire department using the guide can adapt it to their specific community needs, and use it as a check list for previous specifications used for pumper apparatus. In using the guide it is pointed out that the fire service person must be experienced in leadership and have indicated any interest in the equipment. It also indicates that legal or purchasing personnel responsible for drawing up contractual and related procurement requirements in the specification should be included in the project to purchase new or update old fire pumper apparatus.