The Apparatus Architects: How to Create an Effective Bid Review Process
The Apparatus Architects look at 2009 as the year winds down and the apparatus industry stabilizes.
They review ideas for last minute biding to secure 2007 EPA engines for new vehicles and a variety of multiple unit contracts for large city departments.
Mike and Tom talk in-depth about reviewing bids for proposed apparatus. The discuss the importance of checking the compliance with all requirements, including: bid and performance bonds, turning radius report, amp load analysis, and much more. Listen to see why the recoomend a spread sheet of major components and a very detailed review of exceptions and clarifications and their impact on unit performance and costing variances.
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About the Author
Tom Shand
TOM SHAND, who is a Firehouse contributing editor, is a 36-year veteran of the fire service. He works with Michael Wilbur at Emergency Vehicle Response, consulting on a variety of fire apparatus and fire department master-planning issues. Shand is a member of the Firehouse Hall of Fame.
Michael Wilbur
MICHAEL WILBUR, who is a Firehouse contributing editor, retired as a lieutenant in FDNY, where he was last assigned to Ladder Company 27 in the Bronx. He has served on FDNY's Apparatus Purchasing Committee and consults on a variety of apparatus-related issues around the country. Wilbur is a member of the Firehouse Hall of Fame. For further information, access his website at www.emergencyvehicleresponse.com.