It is the intent of these specifications to cover the furnishing and delivery to the purchaser a complete apparatus equipped as hereinafter specified. With a view of obtaining the best results and the most acceptable apparatus for service in the fire department, these specifications cover only the general requirements as to the type of construction and tests to which the apparatus must conform, together with certain details as to finish, equipment and appliances with which the successful bidder must conform. Minor details of construction and materials where not otherwise specified are left to the discretion of the contractor, who shall be solely responsible for the design and construction of all features. The apparatus shall conform to the requirements of the current (at the time of bid) National Fire Protection Association Pamphlet #1901 for Motor Fire Apparatus unless otherwise specified in these specifications.