Westlake Engine Fire Apparatus
| Location: | Virginia |
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| Posted: | Sep 10, 2026 |
| Due: | Sep 22, 2026 |
| Agency: | Franklin County |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | 2026-9 #2 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Number: |
2026-9 #2
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| Bid Title: |
Westlake Engine Fire Apparatus
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| Category: | Franklin County Bids & Requests for Proposal |
| Status: | Open |
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
For
Westlake Engine Fire Apparatus
RFP #: 2026-9 #2
RFP Issue Date: 9/10/2026
Proposal Due Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026, by 4:00PM
(Local Prevailing Time)
1. PURPOSE
The County of Franklin wishes to obtain competitive proposals from qualified fire apparatus manufacturers and
authorized dealers for the purchase and delivery of one (1) fire engine/pumper apparatus meeting or exceeding
the minimum specifications and requirements contained herein.
The apparatus may be new or demonstrator (demo) and must be a 2024 model year or newer. A demonstrator
apparatus must have fewer than 5,000 miles at the time of delivery.
The issuing agency reserves the right to reject any proposal that does not meet the mandatory minimum
specifications.
2. MINIMUM APPARATUS REQUIREMENTS
The proposed fire engine shall meet or exceed all of the following minimum requirements:
Requirement
Minimum Specification
Vendor Response
Model Year
2024 or newer
__________________
Condition
New or Demonstrator
__________________
Mileage
Less than 5,000 miles at delivery
__________________
Water Tank
Minimum 750 gallons
__________________
Fire Pump
Minimum 1,500 GPM
__________________
Engine Horsepower
Minimum 450 HP
__________________
Seating Capacity
Minimum 6 firefighters
__________________
Delivery
90 days or less from order/purchase
__________________
Ladders
Mounted on Officer's Side
__________________
Warranty
Minimum 3-year warranty
__________________
Service Center Brick-and-mortar service center within 75 miles
__________________
Mobile Service
Required – identify availability
__________________
All minimum specifications are mandatory unless specifically identified by the issuing agency as an alternate or
negotiable specification.
3. ENGINE AND CHASSIS
The apparatus shall be equipped with an engine and chassis capable of safely and reliably operating the
apparatus under emergency response conditions.
Minimum Requirements
• Minimum 450 horsepower diesel engine.
• Engine and drivetrain shall be appropriate for the gross vehicle weight of the completed apparatus.
• Automatic transmission.
• Engine shall meet all applicable federal and state emissions requirements.
• Engine shall be in good operating condition and free from known mechanical defects.
• If a demonstrator unit is proposed:
o Model year must be 2024 or newer.
o Mileage must be less than 5,000 miles at delivery.
o Vendor shall disclose total mileage and demonstrator use.
o Vendor shall provide complete maintenance/service records.
4. FIRE PUMP
The apparatus shall be equipped with a fire pump meeting or exceeding:
• Minimum rated capacity: 1,500 GPM
• Pump shall be designed and rated in accordance with applicable NFPA standards.
• Pump controls and gauges shall be readily accessible to the operator.
• Vendor shall provide pump manufacturer's specifications and certification with the proposal.
5. WATER TANK
The apparatus shall have:
• Minimum water tank capacity: 750 gallons
• Tank shall be constructed and installed in accordance with applicable NFPA requirements.
• Vendor shall identify:
o Tank material
o Exact tank capacity
o Tank warranty
o Tank manufacturer's name
o Tank construction method
Proposed Tank Capacity: __________ gallons
6. CAB AND SEATING
The apparatus shall provide seating for a minimum of:
Six (6) firefighters.
All seating positions shall comply with applicable occupant restraint and fire apparatus safety requirements.
Vendor shall identify the seating configuration and number of available SCBA-compatible seating positions.
Number of Seats: __________
7. LADDER STORAGE
All ground ladders shall be mounted/stored on the Officer's Side of the apparatus.
This is a mandatory requirement.
Vendor Compliance:
☐ Yes
☐ No
Description of Ladder Mounting/Storage System:
8. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
8.1 Local Brick-and-Mortar Service Center
The successful vendor/manufacturer shall provide access to a brick-and-mortar service center located within 75
miles of the issuing agency's primary fire station/location.
Service Center Name: ______________________________
Address: _________________________________________
Distance from Issuing Agency: __________ miles
Telephone: ________________________________________
Services Provided:
The issuing agency may verify the location and services provided by the proposed service center.
8.2 Mobile Service
The vendor shall identify whether mobile service is available for routine maintenance, diagnostics, emergency
repairs, and warranty work.
Do you offer Mobile Service?
☐ Yes
☐ No
If yes, please provide:
Response Area: ___________________________________
Typical Response Time: ____________________________
Emergency/After-Hours Service Available:
☐ Yes
☐ No
Mobile Service Contact: ____________________________
Telephone: ________________________________________
9. WARRANTY
The apparatus shall include a minimum three (3) year warranty.
The vendor shall clearly identify all applicable warranties, including but not limited to:
• Complete apparatus warranty
• Chassis warranty
• Engine warranty
• Transmission warranty
• Fire pump warranty
• Water tank warranty
• Body/compartment warranty
• Paint/finish warranty
• Electrical system warranty
• Other component warranties
Minimum Required Warranty: 3 years
Vendor's Warranty: ________________________________
Vendor shall provide a complete copy of the manufacturer's warranty with the proposal.
10. DELIVERY REQUIREMENT
The proposed apparatus must be available for delivery within 90 days or less from the date of purchase/order.
Proposed Delivery Date: ___________________________
If the apparatus is a demonstrator or stock unit, the vendor shall provide the current mileage, VIN, model year,
and current physical location of the apparatus.
11. DEMONSTRATOR / STOCK APPARATUS
If proposing a demonstrator or stock apparatus, the vendor shall provide:
• Manufacturer
• Model
• Model year
• VIN
• Current mileage
• Current location
• Date placed in service, if applicable
• Complete maintenance records
• Accident/damage history
• Demonstration/use history
• Current photographs
• Complete equipment inventory
• Factory build sheet/specification sheet
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