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4.2.2
DESTINATION EXAMINATION.
When specified (see 6.2-zz), the contracted ambulance shall be examined at the destination.
The vehicle(s) shall be visually examined to determine compliance to the contract
requirements and the quality conformance inspection of 4.2.3. Vehicle component chassis
failures and other minor defects may be accepted subject to correction by the contractor/
manufacturer of those points.
4.2.3
QUALITY CONFORMANCE INSPECTION.
Quality conformance inspection applies to all ambulance(s) offered for acceptance under
the contract. Quality conformance inspection shall consist of (a) through (d) as follows:
a. Workmanship inspection (see 3.23).
b. Operational checks (see 4.2.4).
c. Water spray test (see 4.4.5).
d. Examine ambulance handbook (see 3.20).
4.2.4
OPERATION CHECKS.
Operational checks of the ambulance shall cover all controls, electrical systems, and devices,
doors, windows, cabinets, accessories, in and outside the ambulance. Ambulance shall be
driven at highway speeds, turns made at minimum radii, brakes tested for dependability,
checked for rattles and squeaks, and compliance to 3.21. All controls and mechanisms
shall function and operate as intended.
4.2.5
FIRST PRODUCTION AMBULANCE INSPECTION.
When specified (see 6.2-aaa), the first production ambulance of each Type and Class specified
under contract shall be inspected. This first ambulance shall be completely representative
of the balance of the vehicles to be delivered under the contract. The purpose of the
inspection shall determine vehicle conformity to the contract. The ambulance shall be
inspected by the contractor at his plant under the direction and in the presence of purchaser's
representative(s). Inspections shall be conducted during normal weekday working hours.
The cost of inspections, examination, all tests, and vehicle support, exclusive of personal
expenses incurred by participating purchaser's representatives shall be borne by the
contractor. Acceptance of the first production vehicle shall not constitute a waiver by the
purchaser of any rights under the provisions of the contract.
4.2.6
INSPECTION FAILURE OF AMBULANCE(S).
Failure of a production ambulance to have the certifications required or successfully complete
the examinations and tests shall be cause for non acceptance of any of the contract quantity,
until deficiencies and evidence of the corrective action preclude recurrence of similar
deficiencies. Failure of the vehicle to successfully complete inspection shall not constitute
an excusable delay in meeting scheduled deliveries.
4.2.7
PRODUCTION SAMPLE.
Upon acceptance of the first production ambulance, it shall remain at the manufacturing
facility as a production sample and shall be the last vehicle shipped on the contract. The
contractor shall maintain the vehicle in a serviceable condition for the duration of the
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