Procurement of an HLF 20 emergency fire and rescue vehicle

Summary

The tender concerns the supply of one HLF 20 emergency fire and rescue vehicle for the Geilenkirchen fire service, including a four-wheel-drive chassis, bodywork, firefighting pump, water tank, rescue equipment, electrical and radio systems, lighting, documentation and training. The chassis and bodywork must be offered together, and the supplier acts as the general contractor responsible for their compatibility. The vehicle must comply with the detailed technical specification and applicable DIN, vehicle approval, electrical safety and occupational safety requirements. Key parameters include a gross vehicle mass below 16,000 kg, maximum height of 3,300 mm, maximum length of 8,600 mm including hose reels, a diesel engine of at least 220 kW meeting EURO 6, seating for eight firefighters, four-wheel drive, a 2,000-litre minimum usable firefighting water tank, and the specified pump, rescue, communication and equipment systems. The total price is the only award criterion; variants are permitted. The supplier must provide at least five current and relevant construction or delivery references from the last three years, with details of the work, location, contact person and performance period. The references must be comparable in complexity and bodywork concept. The bidder must also declare total turnover and turnover in the relevant field for the last three financial years, provide proof of registration in the craftsmen's or commercial register, and provide evidence of suitable professional or liability insurance. No minimum turnover or insurance amount is stated. The offer must include the required technical descriptions, certificates, energy balance, loading plan, weight calculation, compliance evidence and other documents listed in the specification. The vehicle must be delivered no later than 30 months after contract award. Documentation and operating instructions must be supplied in German, five people must receive one day of practical training, and up to four inspection visits for groups of four people must be accommodated.