Proposal Renewal - ASAP Towing & Recovery Inc - Towing Contract for the SBPD Impounds

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Per resolution requirements, ASAP, owns, maintains, and has exclusive use and control of the vehicles listed below. All vehicles named have the capacity to tow passenger, light truck, have a one ton capacity, and rear dual wheels. Per state regulations, each company vehicle prominently displays the name, logo, phone number and DOT number on both sides of the vehicle so it can be easily identified. Vehicle markings are in accordance with Indiana Department of Motor Carrier Services Division 49 CFR 390.21, 2016 Hino 258 with air brakes and low profile (ALP) benefits — bed can be adjusted or lowered for safer loading. 2014 Hino 258 - with low profile (LP) 2012 Hino 258 —with low profile ( LP) In an attempt to provide cleaner and more efficient services, ASAP Towing & Recovery utilizes diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), in the vehicles listed above. DEF allows us to avoid the disadvantages associated with increasing EGR to the extreme levels necessary to meet the EPA requirement of near -zero NOx emissions (0.2g/bhp-hr). DEF is an aqueous solution of 32.5% urea and 67.5% de -ionized water. It is clear, non -toxic, biodegradable and non- flammable. The biggest advantage of DEF is maximized fuel efficiency. The higher oxygen levels DEF provides offer more efficient combustion resulting in clean nitrogen and water emissions which are nontoxic and harmless to the environment. Additional equipment, that is not DEF compliant are: 2007 Hino 258 —with low profile (LP) 2001 International 4700 o Per proposal request outlines, the International has a lifting capacity of eight tons. b) Vehicle Equipment — the following is included in each company vehicle — list includes but is not limited to: iv. A minimum of four LED flashing emergency lighting. V. Debris removal equipment, consisting of: Two oversized containers, a broom, shovel, fluid absorbent (Floor- dri), safety chains, and emergency beacons. vi. Company employees are provided with reflective vests/jackets that meet OSHA/ANSI requirements. All drivers wear uniforms with reflective stripes as well as vests/jackets. All employees are required to wear reflective clothing when on scene or during transport of removal vehicles. ASAP Towing & Recovery as well as all employees of the company agree to and shall be available for inspection should the City make the request; and subject to random inspections to ensure quality performance. ASAP Towing & Recovery currently operates a daily maintenance, cleaning, and safety check of all vehicles and the storage facility. It is the responsibility of all employees to comply with safety and cleaning checks. ASAP agrees to continue these standards to ensure the safety of both its employees and customers.