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IFB 4019000082 Contract No.

12 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL (RFA FORM)

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SOLICITATION/CONTRACT NO. IFB 4019000082

MANUFACTURER Nova Bus REPRESENTATIVE Julie Laplante

RFA NO._MRFA # 1 RESUBMITTED

DATE April 29th, 2019 (RESUBMITTED MAY 15TH, 2019)

SECTION_1.5.2.1 Curb Weight_ PAGE NO._23_ PARAGRAPH NO.

MANUFACTURER'S REQUEST:

[Curb weight and GVWR shall be submitted as a Mandatory Request For Approval (see Section II of the Solicitation, Item 1)]

In response to mandatory item 1, we request your approval for "Attachment M1" which includes weight figures based on the seat layout configuration which is included in "Attachment M2". We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED X

DENIED

APPROVED AS MODIFIED

COMMENTS:

APPROVED BY: DATE:Andrei Dragomir 5/6/2019Project Manager

RESUBMITTED MANUFACTURER'S REQUEST – 5/15/2019:

Nova Bus requests your approval for "Attachment M1- Curb Weight And GVWR (Resubmitted)" which includes revised weight figures based on “BRIDGESTONE R192” instead of “MICHELIN X INCITY Z” as per METRO’s response to RFA 158.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED_________X_______________________ DENIED_________________________

APPROVED AS MODIFIED_____________________________________________________









SECTION_2.2.1.1 Control_ PAGE NO._53_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[Door system configuration to include door controls, hand rails and front and rear door panels shall be submitted as a Mandatory Request For Approval (see Section II of the Solicitation, Item 16).]

In response to mandatory item 16, please see "Attachment M16" for the description of Vapor passenger door system for your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED

APPROVED AS MODIFIED X

COMMENTS: Kneel and ramp switches shall be integrated in the electronic door controller.



Please review "Attachment M16 - Door Control (Resubmitted)" for your approval regarding the Vapor passenger door controller integrated with the kneel and ramp switches.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED_______X_________________________ DENIED_________________________










SECTION_3.7 Interior Climate Control_ PAGE NO._139_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[A complete description of the interior climate control system (conventional and electric) being proposed by the bus manufacturer for the bus to be built for METRO shall be submitted as a Mandatory Request For Approval (see Section II of the Solicitation, Item 43).]

In response to mandatory item 43, please see "Attachment M43" for the description of our proposed interior climate control system for your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED X


COMMENTS: The system proposed does not meet the specification.



In response to mandatory item 43, please see "Attachment M43" for the description of our proposed interior climate control system as proposed by MCC for your reconsideration and approval. In addition, MCC is offering an additional year warranty for parts/labor on their HVAC System at no cost to The Agency.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED__________X______________________ DENIED_________________________








RFA NO._RFA # 44 RESUBMITTED DATE April 29th, 2019 (RESUBMITTED MAY 15TH, 2019)

SECTION_2.1.1.2 Finish and Color_ PAGE NO._27/28_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[METRO's colors shall be applied using a high-solids polyurethane finishing system designed to provide excellent gloss and durability that is formulated to meet commercial vehicle requirements.

Painted surfaces shall have a minimum 95 gloss and an orange peel rating of 7 or more on the ACT Test Panels Technologies orange peel standard panels. Wet sanding and polishing is not acceptable for any repairs.]

The Proposer would like to clarify that our gloss level is 80 and orange peel is a maximum of 5, without sanding or polishing. The Proposer will also apply the same paint process, resulting in the same paint quality as provided in previous order. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED DENIED

APPROVED AS MODIFIED X

COMMENTS: The orange peel shall be between 5 and 6.



The Proposer would like to clarify that our Orange Peel Standard is a minimum value of 5. The Orange Peel on flat surfaces may exceed this value and the Proposer guarantees a minimum value of 5 on all other surfaces of the Vehicle. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED_________X_______________________ DENIED_________________________









SECTION_3.1.2.3 Accessories_ PAGE NO._105_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[The alternator shall be capable of providing a positive charge at all times to the electrical system with all systems in operation, at idle.]

Alternator may not provide a positive charge during a short peak current draw. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED DENIED X


COMMENTS:



The Proposer would like to clarify that the Alternator Current Capability, at idle, is limited and this is true for all Alternator brands. So, depending on the load of the bus, one may not have enough current capability at Idle while the capability is fine when the bus is running. The bus is not designed to be sitting Idle for a long period of time without having to load shedding strategy. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED____________X____________________ DENIED_________________________








RFA NO._RFA # 161 RESUBMITTED


SECTION_3.6.2.1 Diesel Fuel Tanks_ PAGE NO._127/128_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[DEF tank shall be equipped with a receptacle which is compatible with METRO’s current DEF nozzle and have a single point fill which eliminates the risk of cross contamination.]

Our DEF tank has a capacity of 10 gallons. Easily accessible, the DEF tank is equipped with conventional filler within one minute using a 10 gpm pump. We request approval to provide a DEF tank with a conventional filler neck.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED X


COMMENTS:



Nova Bus clarifies that the DEF tank shall be equipped with an Emco Wheaton Quick Fill Connector with a separate access door to facilitate the single point of fill and eliminate the risk of cross contamination as per METRO’s last Diesel order. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED___________X_____________________ DENIED_________________________










SECTION_3.7.3 Air Conditioning System_ PAGE NO._141_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[System design will include two (2) independent refrigerant circuits with interlaced evaporator coils.]

System will include a single refrigerant circuit with two evaporator coils. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED X


COMMENTS:




The Proposer would like to clarify that the specified system presents a higher complexity at the component and system level. The proposed Variable Frequency-Drive (VFD) permits superior control of electrical loads and compressor speeds without requiring a two compressors and inter-laced condenser arrangement. The Total Cost of Ownership (TOC) is lower using a single compressor with VFD as compared to the specified system. A VFD also permits a refined capacity control by the end-user. This refinement is further assisted using valve control.

The proposed 24 VDC Power used for the Fans/Blowers would enhance safety when troubleshooting and reduce interval maintenance tasks. The specified High-Voltage Cables would present hazardous conditions along with the potential of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) causing deterioration of signals in the vicinity.

All High-Voltage Circuitry, inherent to the specified system, requires High-Voltage Interlock Loops (HVIL). This requirement would lead to a dual-compressor and High-Voltage Blower with an equivalent amount of HVIL which would decrease reliability of the system.

The Proposer would like to again request approval to provide a System that will include a single refrigerant circuit with two evaporator coils.

In addition, MCC is offering an additional year warranty for parts/labor on their HVAC System at no cost to The Agency. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED___________X_____________________ DENIED_________________________











[Each circuit will provide refrigerant to both evaporator coils (50% of each compressor’s capacity to each of the two coils).]

A single circuit will feed the evaporator coils. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED DENIED X


COMMENTS:

APPROVED BY: DATE:Andrei Dragomir 5/6/2019Project Manage






The Proposer would like to again request approval to provide a single circuit will feed the evaporator coils.


METRO'S RESPONSE:











SECTION_3.7.3 Air Conditioning System_ PAGE NO._141/142_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[The system shall be capable of shutting down one compressor during non-peak hours, reducing electrical demand.]

The system will reduce the capacity of the system up to 50% via the VFD and also reduce electrical demand. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED X


COMMENTS:

APPROVED BY: DATE:Andrei Dragomir 5/6/2019Project Manage






The Proposer would like to again request approval to provide a system that will reduce the capacity of the system up to 50% via the VFD and also reduce electrical demand.


METRO'S RESPONSE:









RFA NO._RFA # 187

DATE April 29th, 2019



[Compressors, blowers and fans shall all utilize 3-phase electric power supplied from a synchronous a.c. output voltage generator, belt-driven by the main bus engine.]

The system will utilize a 3 phase electric compressor powered by the generator and standard 24 VDC fans/blowers. We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED X


COMMENTS:







The Proposer would like to again request approval to provide a system that will utilize a 3 phase electric compressor powered by the generator and standard 24VDC fans/blowers.


METRO'S RESPONSE:











SECTION_3.7.3. Air Conditioning System _ PAGE NO._141_ PARAGRAPH NO.


[The air conditioning (A/C) system will be a fully-electric, self-contained, roof-mounted HVAC package with two (2) independent horizontal scroll compressors mounted internal to the housing.]

The Proposer would like to request approval to provide an Electric HVAC System which is a self-contained unit with a single scroll compressor internal to the housing as supplied Mobile Climate Control (MCC).

The System contains a single scroll compressor with single refrigerant circuit and utilizes a VFD to reduce capacity up to 50% during non-peak requirements. The System also uses 24VDC evaporator blowers and condenser fans instead of 3 phase high voltage electrical power supplied by the generator.

We request your approval.

METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED

DENIED X


COMMENTS:







The Proposer would like to again request approval to provide an Electric HVAC System which is a self-contained unit with a single scroll compressor internal to the housing as supplied Mobile Climate Control (MCC).

The System contains a single scroll compressor with single refrigerant circuit and utilizes a VFD to reduce capacity up to 50% during non-peak requirements. The System also uses 24VDC evaporator blowers and condenser fans instead of 3 phase high voltage electrical power supplied by the generator.


METRO'S RESPONSE:

APPROVED_____________X___________________ DENIED_________________________



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