A. Automotive Body Repair and Mechanical Services: The Contractor shall perform automotive repair services in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Work includes, but is not limited to: 1. Body and Fender (not all inclusive) a. Repair or replace sheet metal components; glass, door, and window mechanisms; latching devices; bumpers; trailer hitches; mounted accessories and devices. 2. Body Filler a. If repairs require use of a body filler product, it shall be applied to a thickness not to exceed 3/16” on the finished repair. 3. Welding a. The Contractor shall use either stick welding equipment, Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) or Metal Inert Gas (MIG) only. Gas welding is not acceptable. b. The Contractor shall use disconnect all vehicle computer systems and batteries prior to welding. The Contractor shall be responsible for the replacement of vehicle computer systems and batteries due to failure to disconnect prior to welding. 4. Frame: Repair and/or replacement of the following components (not all inclusive): a. Frame rail b. Cross members c. Any component attached or constructed as part of the frame. d. Front end alignments shall be performed as required. i. Thrust angle alignments are required for frame vehicles; four-wheel alignments for unibody vehicles. ii. A report of the readings after alignment shall be provided with each repair order.
