Amendment #3, New Flyer Responses
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Amendment #3, New Flyer Responses
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 New Flyer Responses on 30 & 35 ft. buses REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 1 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 7. Technical Spec Section: Lighting Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide low floor 30' &35' buses where there are no lights in the engine compartment SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 2 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 7. Technical Spec Section: Bumpers Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide bus with integrated molded bumpers. The molded GRP fiberglass pieces(supported by a steel frame) are easily replaceable and provide an enhanced aesthetic appeal to the bus with color options available. Additionally, a weight savings is realized compared to buses with traditional style bumpers. The molded bumpers(front and rear) may exhibit damage when impacted with a flat perpendicular barrier at any speed. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 3 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 7. Technical Spec Section: Interior Side Trim Panels Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a coach interior which is compliant to standards of FMVSS 302. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request, as long as it complies with Massachusetts standards. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 4 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 8. Technical Spec Section: Operator Storage Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer request approval to provide a bus with Driver's storage area of 1600 cubic in. SRTA Response: SRTA approves of this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 5 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 9. Technical Spec Section: Wind Screen Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide low floor buses that do not include a clear Plexiglas wind screen. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 6 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 9. Technical Spec Section: Engine Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a 30' & 35' bus with a Cummins ISB6.7 250hp 6 cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel engine certified to EPA 2013 emission standards. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay with the original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 7 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 9. Technical Spec Section: Engine Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that meeting this requirement is a design goal. However, Vehicle performance testing has yet to be fully completed. It should also be noted that the MiDi bus design is compliant to APTA whitebook vehicle performance requirements. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 8 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 9. Technical Spec Section: Engine Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer request approval to provide buses that are not capable of running Biodiesel. The intended fuel is ultra low sulpher diesel on all of our proposed models. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 9 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 10. Technical Spec Section: Hybrid Option Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that we do not offer a hybrid system on our 30' & 35' MiDi bus models. SRTA Response: SRTA is reiterating that this procurement has hybrid options in it and there is potential funding for the purchase of hybrid buses from this procurement. SRTA will entertain a request for approved equal if there is an alternate system proposed. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 10 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 11. Technical Spec Section: Gauges Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus that does not have gauges in the engine compartment. Instead, these gauges can be accessed via the VDO LCD panel(in diagnostic mode) located on the driver's instrument panel. Please reference attachment. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 11 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 11. Technical Spec Section: Spinner II Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide 30' & 35' buses that do not include a Spinner II engine oil filter. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 12 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 11. Technical Spec Section: Fire Suppression Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a Fogmaker Fire suppression system on our 30' & 35' models. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 13 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 13. Technical Spec Section: Transmission Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a 30' & 35' bus with a 6 speed Allison B300R transmission. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 14 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14. Technical Spec Section: Transmission Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a retarder with a deceleration no greater than 0.77g when the throttle is completely released. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 15 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14. Technical Spec Section: Transmission Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a maximum resulting deceleration of approx 0.2g SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 16 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14. Technical Spec Section: Transmission Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a retarder disable switch that is accessible to the driver but not from the seated position. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 17 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14. Technical Spec Section: Front Axles Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide Dana Axles with grease type bearings. The GAWR for the DANA front axle is 11,023lbs. This axle is applicable to the 30' and 35' MiDi bus Diesel models that have a curb weight of 18,500 lbs and 19,500 lbs respectivly. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 18 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14. Technical Spec Section: Rear Axles Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing Dana Axles with grease type bearings. The GAWR for the DANA rear axle is 20,812lbs. This axle is applicable to the 30' and 35' MiDi bus Diesel models that have a curb weight of 18,500 lbs and 19,500 lbs respectively. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 19 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 15. Technical Spec Section: Wheels and Tires Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus with spigot mounted 6.75” steel rims; powder coated silver. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 20 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 16. Technical Spec Section: Brakes Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus with out Microprocessor controlled ATC. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 21 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 17. Techincal Spec Section: Brakes Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus without an emergency air brake release. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 22 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 18. Technical Spec Section: Pneumatic Systems Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus without retained caps on the air fittings SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 23 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21. Technical Spec Section: HVAC Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's Proposal is based on providing a bus with a single hatch fitted to the roof and located approximately over the rear axle. SRTA Response: SRTA approves on a single hatch on 30’ buses, but requests 2 hatches for the 35’ and 40’ buses. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 24 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 Technical Spec Section: HVAC Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's Proposal is based on providing a bus with a non-powered hatch fitted to the roof and located approximately over the rear axle. SRTA Response: SRTA approves on a single hatch on 30’ buses, but requests 2 hatches for the 35’ and 40’ buses. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 25 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 Technical Spec Section: Interior Lighting Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing Genuine Newflyer TCB lighting for the interior of the bus. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 26 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Technical Spec Section: Interior Lighting Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus with 2 round LED header lights in each door in-lieu of the exterior mounted curb lights. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 27 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Technical Spec Section: Interior Lighting Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus with out step lighting to upper deck. The interior roof lighting is sufficient for visibility of steps. Please refer to attachment A Interior Lighting SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 28 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Technical Spec Section: Interior Lighting Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a separated battery power supply as the backup system. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 29 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 23 Technical Spec Section: Doors Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is base on providinf a Plug style rear door. Please refer to attachment B Passenger Door SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 30 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 23 Technical Spec Section: Doors Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus that has neither sensitive edge nor class system. Doors are fully driver operated. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 31 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 24 Tehcnial Spec Section: Fare Collection Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's requires further details on the farebox in question (i.e. Dimmensions & modle) SRTA Response: The Scheidt and Bachman fare box dimensions are 41” height and 10 ½” in width. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 32 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 24 Technical Spec Section: Windows Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a vertically downward view that permits detection of an opbect 3 1/2 feet high no more than 31'' in front of the bus. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 33 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 24 Technical Spec Section: Windows Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus that does not have a dark, shaded band. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 34 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 25 Technical Spec Section: Windows Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing 5mm tempered glass. Please refer to attachment C Passenger Windows SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 35 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 25 Technical Spec Section: Windows Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a euro standard windows on the bus, the windows are not considere "quick change" they are designed for ease of service and maintainability and are inherent to the product. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 36 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 25 Technical Spec Section: Windows Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus that has a side window light transmittance of 44% with grey color, and a door glass of 72% no tint color. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 37 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 25 Technical Spec Section: Mirrors Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a curbside mirror that's lower edge is 78.5'' inches above the street surface. SRTA Response: SRTA approves the high mirror but requests that the traditional mirror be an option. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 38 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 26 Technical Spec Section: Seats Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing the USSC Evolution G2ELP driver's seat with air suspension. SRTA Response: SRTA approves of this, but requests what was in the specs as an option. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 39 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 26 Technical Spec Section: Seats Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a 30' bus with 24 passenger seats. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 40 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 27 Technical Spec Section: Seats Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing the Esteban Civic V2 seating. Please refer to attachment D Passenger Seating SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 41 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 27 Technical Spec Section: Seats Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on the following Hip-to-knee measurments: Hip-to-knee room measured from the center of the seating position, from the front of one seat back horizontally across the highest part of the seat to a vertical surface immediately in front, shall be a minimum of 26 in. At all seating positions in paired transverse seats immediately behind other seating positions, hip-to-knee room shall be no less than 27 in. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 42 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 27 Technical Spec Section: Seats Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a space of 19.7 inches between aisle seats at seated passenger hip height. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 43 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 27 Technical Spec Section: Seats Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing a bus without armrests. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 44 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Technical spec Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer request approval to provide a bus that does not retain 11 in. High Advertising media cards near the juncture of the bus ceiling and the side walls. However, space is available in this area for decals just not cards. Please refer to attachment E decal area ppt SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 45 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Technical spec Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus with Tarabus smooth vinyl flooring. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 46 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Technical spec Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus without two waste baskets. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. Please make additional waste baskets optional. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 47 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Technical spec Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus without ad frame retainers mounted to the rear of the operator's barrier. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 48 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Technical spec Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer request approval to provide a bus equipped with push button switches for passegner stop requests and does not have pull cords. These push button switches are located at every applicable vertical stanchion in the passenger area. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. This could be offered as an option. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 49 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 34 Technical spec SYSTEM Section: EXTERNAL ROUTE DISPLAY SIGN Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus with Luminator Destinations signs for the front, curbside and rear positions. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. Please make additional signs optional. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 50 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 34 Technical spec SYSTEM Section: EXTERNAL ROUTE DISPLAY SIGN Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus without a dash mounted block number sign SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 51 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 37 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus with fold away sun visors and not roller blinds. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 52 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 37 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests to provide a bus with a start/run switch layout as outlined in the attached Driver's Control's Sales Information Bulliten(SIB) SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 53 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 37 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus with two separate on/off switches for the curb & street side interior passenger lights. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 54 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 38 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer Requests approval to provide a bus with switch locations and functionality as discribed in the attachec Driver's Control's Sales Information Bulliten(SIB) SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 55 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 39 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requets approval to bus that does not use a chime sound to cue the driver and passengers of a stop request. Instead a LED light mounted in the ceiling approximatly over the front axle is used to visualy cue passengers. A dash light is used to cue the driver. Please refer to attachment F Driver Control's SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 56 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 40 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus with air pressure and voltmeter levels viewable via an LCD screen on the dash panel. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please stay within the technical specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 57 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 41 Technical spec Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus where the visual warning indicators (as listed on page 42) are viewable via the LCD screen on the dash. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 58 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 43 Technical spec Section: ELECTRICAL Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requets approval to not provide a bus with a KBI EC501.2 KAPower super capacitor. Batteries are sufficient to start the MiDi bus. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 59 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 43 Technical spec Section: ELECTRICAL Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to not provide a 110VAC to 12vDC convertor with automatic battery disconnect. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 60 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 48 Technical spec Section: PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a public address system manufactured by REI SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014‐01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 61 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 48 Technical spec Section: PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a 6" diameter public address speakers manufactured by TCB industries SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 62 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc. Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 48 Technical spec Section: VIDEO SECURITY SYSTEM Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a camera system with camera positions and angles based on our standard layout. Please refer to attachment G Camera system layout. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 New Flyer Questions on 40 Ft Bus REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 1 Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Page Number: 1 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Section: Technical Specifications Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests confirmation that in fact a total of seven laptops (one for each system software) is required. Standard practice is one laptop to host all the diagnostics. SRTA Response: SRTA is requesting 1 laptop for each consortium member (11 total). Each laptop should contain all of the system software diagnostics. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 2 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 1 Section: Technical Specifications Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests clarification if the Panasonic CF53 Toughbook Laptop computer will meet this requirement. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 3 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 53 Section: Technical Specifications Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests clarification if this laptop is required in addition to the laptop listed on page 1 of the same section. SRTA Response: SRTA clarifies that these are the same. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 4 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 20 Section: Complete Bus Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a 1-year/50,000 mile warranty (whichever occurs first) beginning on the acceptance date of each bus. This is an industry standard. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 5 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 23 Section: Reimbursements Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval for SRTA to use New Flyer's easy to use on-line iWarranty system. With New Flyer’s easy to use warranty system, SRTA can submit warranty claims on-line. When required, SRTA can process ‘coach down’ parts through iWarranty and coordinate shipments of parts to the requested location. Other additional benefits of New Flyer’s iWarranty system include • Instant access to an electronic copy of your warranty; • Self-service reporting capabilities, run standard reports or build your own custom reports; • Tracking of warranty claims on a bus-by-bus basis; • Visibility into the date your claims were paid along with the check number; • Status updates on parts requests; • Online maintenance of your warranty account information Please refer to the attached iWarranty brochure for additional information. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 6 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 20 Systems Section: Propulsion Systems and Major Sub Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a 3 year/150,000 mile (whichever occurs first) warranty on the Leaks (water leaks from bus washer or rain) and a 2 years/unlimited miles warranty on the Transmission. This is the standard warranty passed on to New Flyer from the Transmission supplier. SRTA Response: SRTA approves both of these request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 7 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Section: Fleet Defects Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval that no fleet defect coverage will apply to units that are out of warranty. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 8 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 42 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that electric wipers will sustain damage to motor gears or linkage if the wiper arms are manually manipulated. SRTA Response: SRTA Acknowledges this. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 9 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 43 Section: Operator's area Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that both the windshield wipers will park at the center vertical edge of the windshield. SRTA Response SRTA acknowledges this. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 10 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 44 Section: ELECTRICAL Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include a KBI EC501.2 KAPower Module supercapacitor. SRTA Response: SRTA approves of this. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 11 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 44 Section: ELECTRICAL Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a bus that does not include a jump start connector. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 12 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 45 Section: Electrical Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to permit splicing at the supplier level when encountering a “fork “, when a wire/signal is required to feed two locations, an ultrasonic splice will occur. Please refer to attached documentation. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to the original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 13 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 48 Section: PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide an REI (Radio Engineering Inc) Public Address system consisting of one microphone, one exterior speaker, six interior speakers and one amplifier. The microphone is a black gooseneck microphone and is installed in the upper, forward left corner of the driver. The switch is located in the floor which allows a hands free operation. The exterior speaker is located between the entrance door and the first curbside passenger window. It is protected from the elements by a rectangular metallic baffle. The six interior speakers are integrated into the light panel housing and distribute sound evenly inside the coach (two in the front, two in the middle, and two in the back). A single channel amplifier is located above the driver’s window. The proposed amplifier comes with a black gooseneck microphone and a switch, which meets all ADA requirements. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 14 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 54 Section: RADIO Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not come equipped with a radio. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request PROVIDED that there is a location to mount the radio. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 15 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 55 Section: EMERGENCY ALARM Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a covert alarm switch manufactured by Siemens Continental, P/N 25T005B. Please refer to the attached drawing. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 16 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 3 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a steel firewall which will comply with Docket 90 and ASTM E119 as follows: the firewall is a steel panel on the engine compartment side plus various insulation materials and the interior panel. The steel panel is fireproof according to the white book definition (melting point greater than 2000 F {1093C}) However, docket 90 requires that the average interior surface temperature not rise more than 250F (121C) at the end of the test. The portion of the firewall with the least thermal insulation is the kick panel below the rear cross seat. It consists of steel, 0.5 inch (13mm) plywood, and flooring rubber. After 22 minutes, the interior temperature was exceeded per the test report. SRTA Response: SRTA denies this request. Please refer to the original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 17 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 4 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a crane hook with a 1.25 in. (31.8 mm) throat. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 18 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 4 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide buses where, similar to the floor and bus walls, the surface edges of the wheel housing will be blended with a circular section of about 1/4 inch radius to the floor which prevents debris from accumulating between the floor and wheel housings. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 19 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 4 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a plywood floor mainly retained by adhesives (Sika) with limited use of 410 stainless steel fasteners compatible with our ergonomically friendly stand up drill/screw gun. The joints are filled with 7700 series adhesive and rough surface areas are faired with Sika-force 7780 and sanded smooth where required. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 20 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 4 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a floor covering which will be able to withstand a static load of at least 150 lbs applied through a flat end of a two-inch diameter rod with a 1/32nd inch radius without permanent visible deformation. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 21 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 4 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: The forward five (5) feet of the upper level floor has been designed with a lightweight durable molded "Rhinokore honey comb core with polyester resin" composite which incorporates a stylized step up to the upper level and encompasses the fuel tank on the 40 ft bus. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 22 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 4 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a 17.2” (437 mm) step up to the driver’s platform. The farebox pedestal serves an intermediate step. The seat height provides the driver with clear field of view of the ground in front and at each side of the bus. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 23 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 5 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus where lower exterior panels will not be provided. SRTA Response: SRTA denies this request. Panels need to be changeable. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 24 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 6 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a rear recessed, front screwed license plate. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 25 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 6 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide top hinged doors with locking gas struts. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 26 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 6 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide latches openable with a key. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 27 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 6 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a heavy duty 3/16” polyethylene plastic enclosure with a battery tray constructed of polyethylene plastic mounted on a stainless steel sub-frame for support. The tray easily slides out on stainless steel rollers. Please refer to the attached information. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 28 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 8 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to delete the anti-graffiti coating feature on our proposed buses. New Flyer will provide high gloss Arborite melamine panels on side wall window down which are effective due to its’ natural Anti-graffiti surface properties. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 29 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 8 Section:BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to supply anodized aluminum trim in areas where stainless steel trim cannot properly be formed for the given application. SRTA Response: SRTA denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 30 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 8 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a communications box, Secure Diagnostic Station (SDS) box, located on the wheelhouse where the forward wall of the box acts as the upper portion of the barrier and the wheelhouse as the lower portion separating the operator from the street-side front passenger seat there by precluding the need for a separate barrier. The SDS box is made of fiberglass and painted black to minimize the glare and reflections that may impact the driver’s sightline(s). Please refer to the attached information. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 31 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 9 Section: BASIC BODY Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer request approval to provide modesty panels which are extended about 6 inches higher than the daylight opening of the side windows. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 32 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 9 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide buses that achieve a top road speed of 65mph on a straight level road. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 33 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 11 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide an electronic gauge C-COM which precludes the requirement of separate mechanical gauges incorporating all functions in one gauge. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to the technical specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 34 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 11 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus where a Spinner II Model will not be provided. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 35 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 11 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK SRTA Response: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 36 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 12 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide flexible fuel and air lines which are manufactured by Manuli and come equipped with plated steel fittings. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 37 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 12 Section: ENGINE Questions: INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK SRTA Response: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 38 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 12 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a fuel tank constructed of cross-linked polyethylene which still contains the necessary baffles required to control the moving of the liquid inside the tank. Please refer to the attached documentation. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. Please provide an option for a corrosive resistant stainless steel tank. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 39 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 13 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a fuel filler located 7 to 32 feet behind the centerline of the front door on the curbside of the bus. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 40 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14 Section: AXLE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests amending this statement. New Flyer performs testing to simulate the motion of going over road hazards in the Altoona testing to ensure there is no inadvertent alteration or distortion of the steering structure in accordance to the APTA White Book; “The bus, loaded to GVWR and under static conditions, shall not exhibit deflection or deformation that impairs the operation of the steering mechanism, doors, windows, passenger escape mechanisms or service doors. Static conditions shall include the vehicle at rest with any one wheel or dual set of wheels on a 6 in. curb or in a 6 in. deep hole.” However, driver habits, terrain, environmental conditions, plus the operating profile are out of New Flyer’s control therefore, New Flyer cannot guarantee or promise there will be no damages to the steering elements. New Flyer requests approval SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 41 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 14 Section: AXLES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide the M.A.N. VOK-07F, a front axle and the HY-1336-F rear axle with disk brakes. The front axle is a cast iron, dropped beam with hollow section; steered, non-driven type axle. The maximum axle load is 15,873 on the front axle. The rear axle is a rigid, driven, non-steerable axle made of high-quality spherical center castings, utilizing a singlestage power reduction gear train. The maximum axle load is 28,660 lbs for the rear axle. 5 years or 300,000 miles warranty is provided at no extra charge. Please refer to the attached information. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 42 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 15 Section: AXLE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer’s grease fittings are not all accessible to allow a rigid tube end grease gun to be used. A flexible hose end will be required. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 43 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 15 Section: WHEELS AND TIRES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide Alcoa 22.5" x 8.25" aluminum, machined (brushed) finish wheels. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 44 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 15 Section: WHEEL AND TIRE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to remove this requirement from the base diesel configuration. New Flyer will provide this as an optional item should Agencies be interested in purchasing this component. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 45 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 16 Section: BRAKES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a brake force to activate the brake pedal control which shall be an essentially linear function of the bus deceleration rate and shall not exceed 70 pounds at a point 7 inches above the heel point of the pedal to achieve maximum braking. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 46 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 16 Section: BRAKE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide disc brakes without the visible stroke indicators as this feature is not applicable to a disc brake system. The brake chamber pushrod is totally enclosed and sealed against the caliper, therefore not visible. This is done to improve reliability of the brake system. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 47 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 16 Section: BRAKES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide front M.A.N. axles with “Unitized”, non-serviceable, maintenance free wheel bearings. Oil seals are not an available option on the front M.A.N. axles New Flyer is proposing. The wheel bearings are lubricated for life. There is no need to change the grease in the hubs unless a wheel hub is leaking and needs new seals. The hubs shall only be re-greased, when the hub is off the axle and need to be disassembled. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 48 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 16 Section: BRAKE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide M.A.N. disc brakes with ABS on the proposed bus. The disc brake system does not use S-Cam system or automatic slack adjusters. The M.A.N. disc brake axles are equipped with MGM type 20 front brake chamber and MGM MJB 2024ET753 rear brake chambers. The rotor diameter is 17inches, the swept area is 636.4 SQ inches, and the pad area is 31 SQ inches. The brake provided is common to front and rear wheels. Manufacturer...MGM Brakes Type.............. 24L Maximum Operating Pressure ........................130.5 psi (9.0 Bar) Air Volume at Full Stroke (100 psi) .........................58.7 cu. in. (963 cc) Maximum Stroke...2.5" (64 mm) M.A.N. has advised New Flyer that the rotor disc may be machined on either side, but the overall thickness of the disc cannot be less than 37 mm. Discs less than 37mm thick have to be replaced The proposed disc brakes will greatly reduce the life-cycle costs over the anticipated 12 year service life of the buses being proposed. Please note that this feature (disc brake) is inherent to our proposed bus design. Please refer to the attached documentation. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 49 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 17 Section: BRAKE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include an emergency park brake release. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 50 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 17 Section: BRAKE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that retained caps on tow fittings are not provided. Please note, the pressure relief valve and fillers are not required and not provided. If required, retained caps can be provided for the engine compartment air connection. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 51 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 18 Section: BRAKE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer's proposal is based on providing an additional colour for air lines; Blue = Suspension. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 52 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 18 Section: BRAKES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a supporting interval for both rigid and flexible lines of 30 inches or less. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 53 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 18 Section: BRAKES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that the air tanks are located near the ceiling on the interior of the bus with drain lines leading to remote drain valves. The tanks are not fitted with clean out plugs. New Flyer will supply four (4) drain valves conveniently located approximately at the lower edge of the vehicle. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 54 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 Section: BRAKES Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include entrance or exit area heaters. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs . REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 55 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 Section: INTERIOR LIGHTING Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide New Flyer (TCB) interior lights which are inherent to our bus design. The covers are an esthetically pleasing with one continuous piece of polycarbonate without gaps. Based on the desgined life of the LED lights and a 12 year warranty on the lighting system, there is no requirement for servicing. Please refer to the attached information. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 56 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Section: INTERIOR LIGHTING Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include photo sensors. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 57 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Section: INTERIOR LIGHTING Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include individual driver modules for each light fixture. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 58 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 22 Section: INTERIOR LIGHT Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include an emergency backup system. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 59 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 25 Section: WINDOWS Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide emergency instructions on both a metal plate and sticky decals. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 60 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 26 Section: WINDOWS Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide 44% light transmittance on the front and rear doors. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 61 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide ceiling panels constructed of ABS plastic. ABS provides the moulding capacity required at the roof of our Xcelsior buses. Please note that this a standard offering on the proposed buses. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 62 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 30 Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide Tarabus Anthracite 6727 Sirius NT (2.2 mm / 0.086" thick), for aisle and underseats. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 63 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 30 Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a plastic ring placed on perimeter of access panel secured with stainless steel screws. New Flyer wishes to clarify that there is no retaining ring on the floor access door. The door is inlaid into the floor and flooring material is installed over top of the polyurethane door. The item that appears to be trim is the door itself, and will last the life of the bus under normal conditions. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 64 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 30 Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that has one waste basket. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. Please make additional waste baskets optional. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 65 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 30 Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that has one, 17"x11" advertising frame manufactured by Yarder MFG Company. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 66 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 30 Section: BUS INTERIOR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that has one, 17"x11" advertising frame manufactured by Yarder MFG Company. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 67 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Page Number: 31 Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Section: PAINT & DECALS Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: Painting shall be in accordance with New Flyer’s paint standard. Please refer to the attached documentation. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 68 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 32 Section: PAINT AND DECALS Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: Painting shall be in accordance with New Flyer’s paint standard. Please refer to the attached documentation provided with AE#68. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 69 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 32 Section: WHEELCHAIR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide New Flyer’s patented self contained, modular Flip Type ramp that is stored in a stainless steel box mounted into the floor of the bus. The non-skid, 3/16 inch thick aluminum ramp platform has a clear width of 32.25 inches, a length of 47.6 inches and is rated at 660 lbs. with a deployment angle ratio of 1:7. The ramp exceeds ADA requirements. Please refer to the attached documentation. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. Please provide alternative models as options. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 70 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 37 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide an operator storage box located behind the operator’s seat with dimension of 19.5” x 12” x 9.5”. Please note that this box is tapered to accommodate the driver’s seat recline angle. . Due to space limitation, it will provide about 0.55 cubic foot capacity. Please refer to the attached documentation. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 71 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 38 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: The master run switch shall be labeled, “Stop Engine, Day Run, Night Run, and Night Park”. With exception of the hazard light, radio, and farebox, all other systems are powered off by the PLC control; ½ hour after the master run switch is placed in the “OFF” position. New Flyer requests approval. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 72 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 10 Section: ENGINE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer would like to clarify that we do not offer the ISE/Siemens hybrid systems. SRTA Response: SRTA is reiterating that this procurement has hybrid options in it and there is potential funding for the purchase of hybrid buses from this procurement. SRTA will entertain a request for approved equal if there is an alternate system proposed. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 73 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 15 Section: basic body Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a warning light that is 2.5"in diameter. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 74 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 16 Section: BRAKE Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a non-adjustable braking effort feature which is permanently set to 45 PSI to be equivalent to the service brake application. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 75 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT Section: HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide air directly to the driver ducted from the main evaporator outlet. This is possible due to the proximity of the HVAC unit and the position of the air vents to the bus interior. Air will always be available through a control vent to the upper left of the driver. There are three (3) sources of air to the driver from the Driver's Panel Louver - 448 cfm of air will be available. Please refer to the attached documentation. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 76 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT Section: HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide one one basic, manually operated 24" X 24 hatch at the rear ". SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 77 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 21 CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT Section: HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide one one basic, manually operated hatch at the rear 24" X 24". SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 78 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 34 SYSTEM Section: EXTERNAL ROUTE DISPLAY SIGN Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a 14 row x 108 column side sign with a 4.25 x 42.25 inch display height and width. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 79 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 42 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide an accelerator pedal angled at 45 degrees at the point of initiation contact. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 80 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 42 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide the accelerator pedal with a nominal pedal force of approximately 2.95 ft-lbs. at start travel and 5.51 ft-lbs. at full pedal travel force. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 81 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 42 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a brake force to activate the brake pedal control which shall be an essentially linear function of the bus deceleration rate and shall not exceed 70 pounds at a point 7 inches above the heel point of the pedal to achieve maximum braking. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. Please refer to original specs REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 82 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 42 Section: OPERATOR'S WORK AREA Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a turn signal platform angled at a maximum of 37 degrees. SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 83 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 44 Section: ELECTRICAL Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to provide a low floor bus that does not include a jump start connector. SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 84 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 19 Section: L. Inspection/Acceptance/Payment Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to insert the following paragraph to the end of this section: “If the SRTA does not notify the Contractor of non-acceptance within such period, then acceptance of the bus by the SRTA shall be deemed to have occurred on the 12th day after delivery of the bus. Acceptance shall occur earlier if the SRTA notifies the Contractor of early acceptance of the bus or places the bus into revenue service.” SRTA Response: SRTA makes this 1 clarification “If the SRTA does not notify the Contractor of non-acceptance within such period, then acceptance of the bus by the SRTA shall be deemed to have occurred on the 12th business day after delivery of the bus. Acceptance shall occur earlier if the SRTA notifies the Contractor of early acceptance of the bus or places the bus into revenue service.” REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 84 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 19 Section: Inspection/Acceptance/Payment Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests to remove the words "intends to" and replace them with "shall pay” the Contractor within thirty (30) calendar days of the final acceptance of each of the coaches or spare components delivered to the SRTA. SRTA Response: SRTA accepts the following language. shall pay the Contractor within forty-five (45) calendar days of the final acceptance of each of the coaches or spare components delivered to the SRTA. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 85 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 19 Section: M. Liquidated Damages Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to change five (5) calendar days to twenty one (21) calendar days. SRTA Response: SRTA will accept ten (10) calendar days. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 86 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 29 Section: V. Data Rights Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to amend this paragraph to read: The SRTA reserves a royalty-free, non-exclusive and irrevocable license to reproduce, and use the following subject data in order to maintain the vehicles SRTA Response: SRTA Denies this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. Request Number: 87 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: Sample Agreement Section: Section 4, OWNERSHIP OF WORK Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to remove Section 4, OWNERSHIP OF WORK from the sample agreement as it is contrary to Section 13v on page 29 of the RFP SRTA Response: New 4. OWNERSHIP OF WORK All reports, designs, drawings, plans, specifications, schedules, and other materials prepared, or in the process of being prepared for the services to be performed by CONTRACTOR (with the exception of those items set forth in Section 13V) are and shall be the property of the SRTA. The SRTA shall be entitled to copies and access to these materials during the progress of the work. Any such materials remaining in the hands of the CONTRACTOR or in the hands of any subcontractor upon completion or termination of the work shall be immediately delivered to the SRTA. If any materials are lost, damaged, or destroyed before final delivery to the SRTA, the CONTRACTOR shall replace them at its own expense and the CONTRACTOR assumes all risks of loss, damage, or destruction of or to such materials. The CONTRACTOR may retain a copy of all material produced under this Agreement for its use in its general business activities. New V. Data Rights Proprietary Rights/Riahts in Data The term "subject data" used in this clause means recorded information, whether or not copyrighted, that is delivered or specified to be delivered under the Contract resulting from this solicitation. Included are the proprietary rights of: Technical data including manuals or instruction materials, computer or microprocessor software; Patented materials, equipment, devise or processes; and License requirements The SRTA shall protect proprietary information provided by the Contractor to the fullest extent of the law. The contractor shall grant a royalty-free, perpetual, non-exclusive license to allow the SRTA to utilize such information in order to maintain the vehicles. The SRTA reserves a royalty-free, non-exclusive and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, or otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, the following subject data for its purposes: 1. Any subject data required to be developed and first produced in the performance of the Contract and specifically paid for as such under the Contract whether or not a copyright has been obtained: 2. Any rights of copyrights to which the Contractor, subcontractor or supplier purchases ownership for the purpose of performance of the Contract and specifically paid for as such under the Contract: and The Contractor agrees to include the requirements of this clause, modified as necessary to identify the affected parties, in each subcontract and supply order placed under the Contract. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 88 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: Sample Agreement Section: 14. Indmenification Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to revise this section to read: The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify, keep and save harmless the SRTA, and its directors, officers, agents and employees against any and all suits, claims, or actions of "third parties" arising out of any injury to persons or property, including but not limited to damages arising from the infringement of intellectual property rights of third parties, that may occur, or that may be alleged to have occurred, arising from the performance of this Agreement by the CONTRACTOR caused by a negligent act or omission of the CONTRACTOR or its employees, subcontractors or agents. The CONTRACTOR further agrees to defend any and all such actions, suits, or claims and pay all charges of attorneys and all other incurred costs and expenses. If any judgment is rendered against the SRTA or any of the other individuals enumerated above in any such action, CONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, satisfy and discharge the same. This indemnification shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement. SRTA Response: New Section 14 Indemnification The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify, keep and save harmless the SRTA, and its directors, officers, agents and employees against any and all suits, claims, or actions of "third parties" arising out of any injury to persons or property, including but not limited to damages arising from the infringement of intellectual property rights of third parties, that may occur, or that may be alleged to have occurred, arising from the performance of this Agreement by the CONTRACTOR caused by a negligent act or omission of the CONTRACTOR or its employees, subcontractors or agents. The CONTRACTOR further agrees to defend any and all such actions, suits, or claims and pay all charges of attorneys and all other incurred costs and expenses. If any judgment is rendered against the SRTA or any of the other individuals enumerated above in any such action, CONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, satisfy and discharge the same. Thisindemnification shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement. The obligations of the Contractor under the above paragraph shall not extend to circumstances where the injury, death or damages are caused solely by the negligent acts, errors or omissions of the Agency, its officer, employees, agents or consultants, including, without limitations, negligence in: (1) the preparation of the Contract documents, or (2) the giving of directions or instructions with respect to the requirements of the Contract by written order. The obligations of the Contractor shall not extend to circumstances where the injury, death or damages are caused, in whole or in part, by the negligence of any third-party operator, not including an assignee or Subcontractor of the Contractor, subject to the right of contribution. In cast of joint or concurrent negligence of the parties giving rise to a claim or loss against either one or both, each shall have full right of contribution from the other. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 89 Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Page Number: Sample Agreement Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Section: 16. Compensation Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to insert the following paragraph to the end of this section: “Notwithstanding else contained herein, in the event that a price adjustment is required in respect of changes that are mandatory as a result of legislation or regulations that become effective after the date hereof, such price adjustment shall be negotiated in good faith by the SRTA and the Contractor.” SRTA Response: SRTA Approves this request. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 90 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 0 Section: 17. Manner of Payments Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to remove "endeaver to" from this section. SRTA Response: SRTA accepts the following language. 17. MANNER OF PAYMENT SRTA shall pay the full price of each bus upon issuance of final acceptance of the bus and receipt of an approved invoice, as provided for in the RFP. Invoice entries shall conform to the rates specified in the Cost Proposal set forth in Exhibit B, as agreed upon. The SRTA will pay approved invoices within 45 days of their receipt. Invoices shall be mailed or delivered to the SRTA at 700 Pleasant Street, Suite 320, New Bedford MA 02740. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 91 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: 0 Section: 22. Termination Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to amend the following paragraph to read: If the Agreement is terminated for any reason other than a default by CONTRACTOR, the SRTA shall pay to CONTRACTOR in accordance with the provisions of Sections 16 and 17 all sums actually due and owing from the SRTA "Including profit" for all services performed and all expenses incurred up to the day written notice of termination is given, plus any costs reasonably and necessarily incurred by CONTRACTOR to effect such or termination. If the Agreement is terminated for default, the SRTA shall only pay CONTRACTOR the contract price for goods delivered and accepted in accordance with the requirements set forth in this contract. SRTA Response: If the Agreement is terminated for any reason other than a default by CONTRACTOR, the SRTA shall pay to CONTRACTOR in accordance with the provisions of Sections 16 and 17 all sums actually due and owing from the SRTA "Including a prorated portion of the profit as agreed upon in the prospective contract" for all services performed and all expenses incurred up to the day written notice of termination is given, plus any costs reasonably and necessarily incurred by CONTRACTOR to effect such or termination. If the Agreement is terminated for default, the SRTA shall only pay CONTRACTOR the contract price for goods delivered and accepted in accordance with the requirements set forth in this contract. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY BUSES RFP SRTA 2014-01 (N) REQUEST FOR APPROVED EQUALS SUBMITTED BY: New Flyer of America Inc. This form must be used for requested clarifications, changes, substitutes or approval of items equal to items specified with a brand name, and must be submitted as far in advance of the Due Date as specified in “Proposer Communications and Requests” (Section 1.1.2.2). This form should be emailed to:procurement@srtabus.com with “Questions, Clarifications, Approved Equals” on the subject line. Request Number: 92 Proposer: New Flyer of America Inc, Email Address: Nicole_robertus@newflyer.com Phone Number: (204)224-6240 Page Number: Sample Agreement INSPECTION OF RECORDS Section: 23. MAINTENANCE, AUDIT AND Questions/Clarifications or Approved Equal: New Flyer requests approval to insert the following paragraph to the end of this section: “The SRTA and its representatives and agents agree to enter into a confidentiality agreement with the Contractor prior to commencing an audit, review or analysis in order to protect and maintain the confidentiality of the Contractor’s information.” SRTA Response: SRTA approves this request.