SPECIAL SPECIFICATION 2296 Los Indios BSIF Vehicle Compliance Screening System

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1 2004 Specifications CSJ SPECIAL SPECIFICATION 2296 Los Indios BSIF Vehicle Compliance Screening System 1. Description. Furnish, install and test vehicle compliance screening (VCS) system consisting of weigh-in-motion (WIM), snapshot camera (SC), vehicle dimensioning system (VDS), VCS Computer System and VCS Software for Border Safety Inspection Facility (BSIF) at Los Indios. 2. Materials. Provide new, corrosion resistant materials. Furnish, assemble, fabricate, and install materials as shown on the plans, the requirements of this Item, and to the pertinent requirements of the following items, standards and protocol documents: A. Applicable Documents. 1. Commercial Vehicle Management (CVM) Subsystem Vehicle Compliance Screening Software Protocol Document (CVM-VCS-Protocol). Available through the VCS Tools link on the Department s website, URL: 2. Core Technology Architecture Document. Available through the VCS Tools link on the Department s website above. 3. Special Specification, Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty 4. Item 360, Concrete Pavement 5. Item 400, Excavation and Backfill for Structures 6. Item 403, Temporary Special Shoring 7. Item 442, Metal for Structures 8. Item 445, Galvanizing 9. Item 448, Structural Field Welding 10. Item 618, Conduit 11. Item 656, Foundations for Traffic Control Devices

2 B. Applicable Standards. 1. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70 - National Electric Code (NEC) 2. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) 3. Society for Protective Coating (SSPC) Surface Preparation Specifications SP 1- Solvent Cleaning: Removal of oil, grease, soil, drawing and cutting compounds, and other soluble contaminants SP 6 - Commercial Blast Cleaning SP 10 - Near-White Blast Cleaning 4. American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) E Type IV Standard Specification for Highway Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) Systems with User Requirements and Test Methods A36 Structural Steel 5. Food and Drug Association (FDA) CDHR 1040 IEC National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) - Handbook 44 C. Furnish and install the following VCS field equipment in the quantities and at the locations as shown on the plans: 1. Weigh-in-Motion(s) with snapshot camera(s) including support structures Vehicle Dimensioning(s) including support structures with foundations 4. Associated controllers, enclosures with foundation(s), and 5. Cabling, connectors and incidentals from associated controllers to end devices D. VCS System Overview and Operational Requirements. 1. The VCS System consists of Weigh-in-motion(s) (WIM), Snapshot Camera(s) (SC), Vehicle Dimensioning System (VDS), VCS Computer System, and VCS Software. 2. Vehicles enter one of the lanes that approach the Border Safety Inspection Facility (BSIF) at a speed of 2 to 10 MPH. Vehicles drive across a weigh-in-motion (WIM) scale at a constant speed

3 3. The WIM scale, the Vehicle Dimensioning System (VDS), and the Snapshot Camera System (SC) for each specified lane acquire information regarding vehicle weight, over-height, over-length, and vehicle image. For each vehicle approaching the facility, the VCS System captures this information and records it in a database so it can be retrieved using data keys which are manually defined by a human operator. 4. The VCS System provides data to the BSIF Control System, through the CVM Subsystem via XML transactions according to the communication protocols and schemas described in the CVM-VCS-Protocol. 5. The VCS components provided by ISO 9001 certified manufacturers. 6. Manufacturer or manufacturer s local authorized representative must supervise the installation of the WIM, SC, and VDS. 7. All welding performed during fabrication performed by welders with a current AWS D1.1 certification. E. VCS System Computer(s) Requirements. The VCS computer(s) including color monitor(s), keyboard(s), mouse(s), and interface electronics, capable of hosting software that functions under the operating system(s) currently supported by the Department s Core Technology Architecture Document, which provides: Capability for software which supports the functionality required by the WIM, VDS, and SC. Capability for software which supports the functionality required by the BSIF Control System. Capability for supporting the VCS software per this specification. Capability for diagnostic software to analyze WIM, VDS, SC functionality. Capability for interfacing to WIM, VDS, and SC electronics. The interface electronics includes all power supplies, I/O and communication interfaces needed to satisfy the requirements as specified herein this specification. Capability for supporting Ethernet Network Interfaces. Capability for surge protection. Capability for supporting modem(s) compatible with V.32 standards (56k full duplex or greater). Capability for password protected lock for user access restriction. All access ports, cables and accessories to provide a working system. F. VCS Software Requirements. Provide all software necessary for complete and efficient operation of the WIM, VDS, SC and additional components necessary to support an operational system and meets the following requirements:

4 1. The VCS software supplied with the vendor s standard report formats to be used for backup to BSIF Control System. 2. The VCS software report formats supplied as an integral part of the VCS as backup to the BSIF Control System. 3. The VCS software provides for remote access via dial-up communications to perform diagnostics by authorized users. 4. Provide VCS software with the following features: a. Weigh all vehicles entering the weigh station b. Classify all vehicles entering the weigh station c. Perform weight compliance analysis on vehicles in accordance with State regulations d. Insert sequence numbers for vehicle records and tracking purposes e. Identify vehicles that exceed any of the following parameters as determined by the VCS System: (1) Gross weight (2) Axle weight (3) Tandem weight (4) Inner bridge weights Front Rear (5) Over- height (6) Over-length (7) Speed (under 2 MPH or over 10 MPH) (8) Over bridge rear length (9) Random Imbalance Side to side (10) Axle to axle within tandem. f. The VCS software generates data for the BSIF Control System operator display terminals. g. The VCS software contains diagnostic software to analyze the condition of the weighing and sorting process at various stages required for functional system

5 h. VCS software provides WIM, VDS, and SC data to the BSIF Control System in a manner consistent with schemas specified in the CVM-VCS-Protocol. i. VCS software provides data for each specific vehicle such that it can be readily associated with other related data (e.g. over-height, over-length, over weight,, vehicle image, vehicle identifier) for the same vehicle. j. The VCS software Operating System, together with application programs, supports color graphic and window-based applications. k. The VCS software source code and firmware placed in escrow account set up by the vendor in agreement with the Department. l. The VCS software provides capability to generate random notices to pull in a truck for weighing. m. The VCS software provides capability to identify trucks that do not generate any violation codes as compliant. n. The VCS software provides capability to process up to 500 trucks per hour per lane for a three lane configuration. o. The VCS provides capability for dynamic weighing and screening designed to meet all requirements of this Specification. p. The VCS software provides capability to determine if any vehicle exceeds state weight and axle spacing limits. q. The VCS software provides capability to measure vehicle speed. r. The VCS software provides capability to indicate over speed condition for WIM operations. s. The VCS Software provides capability to indicate off-scale occurrences. t. The VCS software provides capability to indicate rear bridge violators. u. The VCS software provides capability to indicate imbalances: Side to side Axle to axle within a tandem group v. The VCS software provides capability to automatically determine if vehicles are in compliance with State s weight limits including bridge formula. w. The VCS software provides capability to determine if vehicle is not compliant and if so, notifies the BSIF Control System. x. The VCS software provides capability to automatically determine the number of axle(s) on each platform. y. The VCS software provides capability to record and store static scale and WIM shift counts

6 z. The VCS software provides capability to automatically determine the bridge threshold based on axle spacing and platform weights (refer to State regulations). aa. The VCS software provides capability to automatically check weights to thresholds and alerts BSIF Control System of violation. bb. The VCS software provides for calibrating the WIM scale based on speed ranges. cc. The VCS software provides for calibrating the WIM scale based on vehicle classification. G. Weigh-in-Motion. 1. The Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) equipment must be manufactured, furnished, installed, tested, and accepted at each facility as per this specification and as shown on the plans. Data acquired from the WIM equipment described in this specification must be provided by the VCS to the BSIF Control System such that it may be readily associated with other data for the same vehicle into a record that coherently represents data acquired from VDS, and SC systems. 2. WIM Requirements. a. Ensure a fully operative WIM that accurately and automatically weigh vehicles while in motion and identify overweight vehicles. b. Ensure the WIM setup allows compliant trucks to pass through with a minimum delay. c. Ensure the WIM automatically measures all quantities specified in ASTM E for Type IV device and is able to identify potential violations. The WIM provides, but not limited to, the following listed data elements: (1) Weight (a) Axle (b) Gross (c) Tandem (d) Tri-axle (e) Individual wheel (f) Individual axle (g) Bridge formula (2) Axle spacing

7 (a) Axle to axle (b) Inner bridge Front (c) Inner bridge Rear (d) Overall (3) Conditions that violate WIM operational constraints including (a) Exceeding station's posted speed limit (b) Off the WIM (c) Specialized vehicles based on classification (d) Imbalance Side to side Axle to axle within a tandem axle group d. WIM components and accessories constructed as shown on the plans and as described in this specification must include, but are not limited to: (1) Weigh bridges and frames including foundation, drain line and drainage pit. (2) Continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) slab and site conditions in accordance with the plans and ASTM E , Section 6, User Requirements. (3) Load cells (4) Field Unit(s) (5) Logic Controller(s) with foundation(s) e. The WIM. (1) Provides all components necessary for the in motion weighing of trucks. (2) Operates accurately at vehicle speeds between 2 MPH to 10 MPH. (3) Accepts individual axle weights up to 50,000 lb. (4) Provides capability of accommodating trucks with up to 19 axles. (5) Provided by an ISO 9001 certified vendor. (6) Accuracy on all vehicles loaded above 60,000 lb. and traveling between the speeds of 2 to 10 miles per hour must be in accordance with ASTM

8 E for Type IV device excluding liquid loads, car transporters, and livestock haulers. f. Weigh bridge(s), load cell(s) and frame(s). (1) Installation shall meet the requirements specified in ASTM E for Type IV device. (2) Are to be located as shown in the plans. (3) Sense the weight of each axle of the truck as it moves in motion over the weigh bridges. (4) Determine vehicle speed and axle spacing without the need of other in road devices. (5) Provide one weigh bridge per wheel path (i.e., two weigh bridges installed to cover a 12-ft. lane) measuring approximately 6 ft. wide and 30 in. long (direction of travel). (6) Provide for a weighing capacity of 50,000 lb. per single axle with a 150% overload capacity on each weigh bridge. (7) Designed to handle shock loads up to 85 MPH. (8) Waterproofed and coated with a material to resist corrosion. (9) Prepared with all metal galvanized to ensure corrosion protection. (10) Provide for a static weighing accuracy of 1% or better as demonstrated by applying certified test weights in 3 places on each platform (each side and center). (11) Designed for replacement of any load cell within 1 hour after certified technician arrives on site. (12) Do not require calibration after replacement of a load cell. g. Field Unit. (1) Communicates with the weigh bridges, vehicle detection system, and control unit. (2) Placed at least 15 ft. from the truck lane, but no more than 80 ft. from the weigh bridges. (3) Constructed in a standard outdoor traffic control cabinet with foundation(s) without the need for additional external environmental equipment. (4) Receives cables from the weigh bridges, loops, and transmit data to the VCS

9 (5) Installed on a suitable concrete pad large enough to provide standing area for maintenance staff. (6) Includes a module for terminating all in-road items (scales, vehicle detection, etc.) and provides necessary communication to VCS. The cabinet includes power supplies, convenience outlet with light, and lightning/electric surge protection. All terminations labeled. (7) Capable of sampling the outputs from the weigh bridges, loops, and over the full range of operating speeds and accurately determine the axle weights and axle spacing. (8) Provides ground buss for cables and lightning suppression equipment. h. Surge Voltage Protection. Use in line AC Line Voltage Protector with external 115 VAC power line to protect equipment from incoming surges. Provide AC Line Voltage Protector in accordance with the following: Clamping Level: 200 Volts UL 1449 Surge Protection Rating: 330 Volts Protection Modes: Line to Neutral, Line to Ground, Neutral to Ground Line Voltage: 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz Maximum Current Rating: 15 Amperes (1800 Watts) EMI/RFI Noise Filtration: 50 db. (99.7%) from 100 khz to 1 MHz Response Time: <1 Nanosecond H. Snap Shot Camera Requirements. Energy Dissipation: 30,000 Amperes 1. The Snap Shot Camera (SC) equipment must be manufactured, furnished, installed, tested, and accepted at each facility as per this specification and as shown on the plans. Image data acquired from the SC equipment described in this specification must be provided by the VCS to the BSIF Control System such that it may be readily associated with other data for the same vehicle into a record that coherently represents data acquired from VDS, and WIM systems. 2. Ensure a fully operative SC that captures still images of vehicles while in motion as they travel on a weigh station ramp at speeds up to 20 MPH (in the case of violations) to the VCS. Provide support structure(s) with foundation(s), which allows the SC to provide an overview image of the vehicle that includes tractor. 3. The SC furnished and installed with all new equipment and materials with all work performed accomplished in a good and workmanlike manner. 4. Provide an ISO 9001 compliant SC

10 5. Ensure the SC provides the following features: a. Color images during daylight hours b. Black and White or color images during night time hours c. Infrared (IR) illumination for night time images 6. Minimum Camera specifications. a. Imager: 2/3 of an in. progressive scanning interline transfer CCD b. Pixel: 768 (H) x 484 (V) c. Cell Size: 11.6m x 13.6 m progressive scan d. Scanning: Progressive, 525 lines 30 Hz or 60 Hz 2:1 interface e. Sync: Internal/external auto switch HD/VD 4.0 Vp-p Impedance 4.7 K f. VD=interface 60 Hz/non-interface 30 Hz; HD= khz +/- 5% g. Data Clock Output: MHz h. TV Resolution: 470(H) x 484(V) (analog), 760 x 484 (digital sampling) i. S/N Ratio: 50dB j. Min. Illumination: 10.0 lux, f=1.4 (no shutter). k. Sensitivity: 10V/el. Video Output: Vp-p RGB and NTSC 75 and 8- bit x 3 TTL output m. AGC: OFF n. Gamma: 0.45 or 1.0 (0.45 std.) o. Lens Mount: C-mount p. Power Req.: 12 VDC 600mA q. Vibration & Shock: Vibration 7G, Shock 70G I. Vehicle Dimensioning System

11 1. The Vehicle Dimensioning System (VDS) equipment must be manufactured, furnished, installed, tested, and accepted at each facility as per this specification and as shown on the plans. Data acquired from the VDS described in this specification must be provided by the VCS to the BSIF Control System such that it may be readily associated with other data for the same vehicle into a record that coherently represents data acquired from the WIM, and SC systems. 2. VDS Requirements. a. Ensure a fully operative VDS accurately detects both over-length and overheight vehicles while in motion as they travel on a weigh station ramp at speeds between 2 MPH. and 10 MPH. b. The overall ( bumper to bumper ) length limit and a fixed height limit to be checked. c. Provide support structures with foundation(s), which allow the height limit and length limit to be field adjustable (mechanical adjustments are acceptable). d. Ensure integration into a VCS System allows for the identification of both over-length and over-height dimension vehicles. e. Ensure both over-length and over-height information is stored as part of a database record for each vehicle. f. Ensure all equipment and material furnished is new and all work performed must be accomplished in a good and workmanlike manner. g. Ensure VDS contains the following features: Capable of detecting both over-length and over-height vehicles during daytime and nighttime conditions without any supplemental lighting. Operates at ambient temperatures of 14 F to 120 F. Operates at rainfall rates up to 1/2 in. per hour. Operates at wind speeds up to 40 MPH, and withstand wind gusts to 80 MPH. h. Ensure the VDS results are provided by the VCS to the BSIF Control System within one second of the vehicle passing through the VDS. i. Ensure the VDS integrates with the VCS such that the user has the ability to set both over-length and over-height thresholds that result in identification of over dimension vehicle. j. Ensure the VDS is field serviceable. k. Ensure the VDS accuracy is as follows: Length + 12 in. (95% of trucks). Height + 6 in. (95% of trucks)

12 3. Construction. A. General. Utilize the latest available techniques to minimize the number of different parts, subassemblies, circuits, cards, and modules to maximize standardization and commonality. Design equipment for ease of maintenance. Component parts must be readily accessible for inspection and maintenance. Provide test points for checking essential voltages. Install foundations in accordance with Item 656, Foundations for Traffic Control Devices. B. Mechanical Components. Provide stainless steel external screws, nuts, and locking washers. Do not use self-tapping screws unless approved. Provide corrosion resistant materials and materials resistant to fungus growth and moisture deterioration. Separate dissimilar metals with an inert dielectric material. C. Submittal Documentation. 1. The VCS vendor must submit 3 references, preferably a state Department of Transportation, that have been successfully operating a weigh station enforcement facility delivered by the vendor, for a period of no less than 1 year. Include name and address of organization, and the name and telephone number of an individual from the organization who can be contacted to verify system operation for the reference data. Provide this information prior to documentation submittal. Failure to furnish the above references provides sufficient reason for rejection of the manufacturer's equipment. 2. Shop Drawing Requirements. Submit 7 hard copies and 2 electronic copies of shop drawings for approval before fabrication; include the structural members and attachment supports. Submit all drawings in.pdf format. 3. Document each applicable equipment item or component in a manual. Submit 7 copies of the manual in accordance with Article 4, Special Specification, Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty. Include the following information in the manual: ISO 9001 certification for equipment manufacturer. D. Final Documentation. Provide software, documentation, and intellectual property rights for the computer software system and components in accordance with Article 5, Special Specification, Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty. E. Technical Assistance. 1. Ensure that a manufacturer's representative is available to assist at each VCS installation site. The manufacturer's representative provides technical assistance in following areas: All structure/scales installation, All VCS Controller cabinet installation, and

13 All VCS controller cabling. 2. Do not execute the initial powering up of the VCS equipment without the permission of the manufacturer's representative. F. Training. Provide operations and maintenance training in accordance with Article 3, Special Specification, Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty. G. Testing. Perform testing in accordance with Article 2, Special Specification, Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty and as shown on the plans. Additional testing requirements are as follows: 1. Field Equipment Tests. Conduct approved VCS tests on the field equipment with the VCS central equipment. 2. System Integration Test. Conduct approved VCS to BSIF Control System tests. Ensure tests exercise all VCS equipment and software functionality to the BSIF Control System with operational VCS field equipment for a minimum of 72 hours. H. Final System Acceptance. Perform a final system acceptance in accordance with Article 6, Special Specification, Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty. I. Warranty. 1. Ensure manufacturer warrants the system until final acceptance; this includes all equipment furnished, installed and described in this Specification. 2. Ensure system equipment is warranted in accordance with Special Specification Border Safety Inspection Facility Testing, Training, Documentation, Final Acceptance and Warranty. 3. Ensure Manufacturers written warranties are acceptable and approved by the Engineer 30 calendar days prior to the anticipated installation of the warranties subjects. 4. Ensure System Manufacturer s warranty covers all parts and labor for a period of 5 years, but not less than the manufacturer's standard warranty for the products from the date of final acceptance of the project at which time all warranties transfer to the Department. Ensure this warranty includes preventative maintenance of all parts and system components in accordance with the Manufacturer s recommendations. At a minimum, perform preventative maintenance on an annual basis. 5. Ensure VCS System Manufacturer furnishes the written manufacturer s warranty to the Engineer at the time that the equipment performance supporting data is submitted. 4. Measurement. This Item will be measured by the lump sum

14 5. Payment. The work performed and materials furnished in accordance with this Item and measured as provided under Measurement, will be paid for at the unit price bid for VCS System. This price is full compensation for furnishing, installing, and testing all materials and equipment, and for all tools, labor, equipment, hardware, operational software package(s), supplies, support, personnel training, shop drawings, documentation, and incidentals