J. Lyons Fire Consultants provides consultation services to fire departments, municipal government agencies and companies engaged in purchasing and servicing of firefighting equipment and apparatus. Apparatus Specification Services is among one of our many offerings where we assist in preparing generic apparatus specifications that meet the needs of the fire department but allow for multiple bidders, with a goal of attaining the best product for the best price, without favoritism to any one manufacturer. Services offered include: • Collaboratively Coordinate Fire Apparatus Design with Client • Advise and Incorporate Customer Budgetary Requirements • Author and Edit Equipment Specification Preparation • Review and Advise on Manufacturers' Responsibilities and Obligations • Assist with Preventative Maintenance/Service Guidance and Planning • Conduct Vendor Proposal Review • Conduct Quality Assurance Inspections • Conduct Used Fire Apparatus Evaluation with a EVT Certified Mechanic • Equipment Evaluation And Recommendations • Conduct On-Site Training and Educational Fire Service Programs We understand the customer's position because we have been customers and firefighters. Our broad knowledge of manufacturing is based on our positions with major fire apparatus and equipment manufacturers. We have gained experience as a local dealer/distributor selling equipment, apparatus, preventative maintenance services and commercial chassis sales. We have acquired knowledge on the manufacturing side as we have held positions with major fire apparatus and equipment manufacturers utilizing a wide variety of materials and construction techniques. Our advice and guidance is a combination of knowledge from all three areas of the industry: fire service, fire equipment dealer/retail and fire equipment and apparatus manufacturing. We are the most comprehensive and experienced consultants and can tailor a program to any need or budget.