It is the intent of these specifications, terms and conditions to fully describe the step van required by Zone 7 Water Agency (Zone 7). This Request for Quotation (RFQ) shall provide all major details as to the type of construction and tests to 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. Zone 7 intends to select the lowest responsible bidder who has the necessary qualifications and abilities to provide a completed step van as specified herein.