CHASSIS 1. Vehicle chassis must be the same model year, or newer, than the year the bid was awarded in. 2. G.V.W.R – approximately; 10,000 lbs. 3. Wheelbase – approximately; 148” 4. Length – approximately; 235” 5. Height – approximately; 99” 6. Width – approximately; 81” ENGINE 1. Not less than – 3.5-Liter, V6 Engine, 4-valve, DOHC, E85 Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV), Sequential multiport electronic fuel delivery. 2. Engine oil cooler. 3. High-capacity radiator. Must comply with SCAQMD fleet rules applicable to the chassis (rule application vehicle dependent, unless technical certificate of infeasibility request has been approved by SCAQMD before bid award). Engine and drivetrain must comply with all California State and Federal guidelines, regulations and rules. TRANSMISSION 1. Not less than – Automatic 10-Speed select-shift with overdrive transmission. 2. Transmission cooler. FRONT AXLE 1. Electric power steering (EPS). REAR AXLE 2. 4x2 Rear wheel drive (RWD). 3. Axle Ratio – 3.73 non-limited slip axle. 4. Single rear wheel (SRW). BRAKES 1. 4-wheel disc brakes with 4-wheel anti-lock brakes system (ABS). 2. Hill Start Assist. TIRES/WHEELS 1. Not less than – Five (5) 235/65R16 tires & wheels, allseason, black side wall, include full size spare tire & wheel mounted and secured in vehicle. 2. Tire pressure monitor system (TPMS). 3. Standard set of tires changing tools (including jack), ALL MOUNTED capable of lifting vehicle fully loaded. SUSPENSION 1. Front Independent MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar. 2. Rear leaf springs, heavy-duty gas shock absorbers. 3. AdvanceTrac (or equal) with Roll Stability Control. 4. Spring capacity is sufficient to support payload and maintain vehicle safety and control when loaded to G.V.W.R. FUEL TANK 1. Tank Capacity – approximately 25 gallons. 2. Flex Fuel/E85 capable. 3. Must be California Emission or 50-State Emissions.
