145 60 10 Pneumatic Tired Roller December 2018.docx

Specification No. 145-60-10

Specification No. 145-60-10 Specifications for a Pull Type, Water Ballast, Pneumatic Tire Roller

State of Illinois Department of Transportation Specifications for a Pull Type, Water Ballast, Pneumatic Tire Roller December 2018 This specification and questionnaire covers a Pull Type, Water Ballast, Pneumatic Tire Roller for use in Department of Transportation highway maintenance operations. The Department of Transportation is specifying acceptable units by required features and accessories as outlined below.

Each bidder shall submit with their bid two sets of descriptive literature and specifications describing all the equipment and options proposed. This information shall be clearly marked to indicate the make, model, and accessories proposed to be furnished.

Bidders quoting on equipment must submit with their bid written proof of the following:

1. The equipment proposed equals or exceeds that specified in all respects including capacity, operating features, and accessory items.

2. The manufacturer of the equipment proposed has been actively involved in the manufacture of the equipment called for in the Proposal for a period of not less than 5 years.

3. Parts and service for the equipment proposed are readily available within the State of Illinois.

It is the responsibility of each bidder to complete and return this questionnaire with the bid.

Unless otherwise specified, the proposed equipment shall be complete in all parts and ready for immediate use upon delivery.

Bidders are advised to carefully read these specifications as changes have been made since the last solicitation issue.

Proposed with this bid:

The unit shall include the following standard or optional accessories and equipment:

General:

The unit shall be a new current production fifteen wheel pull type, rigid frame, pneumatic tire roller, weighing a minimum 6,000 lbs. metal weight in its standard configuration. The unit shall be ballast able to approximately 1,600 U.S. gallons. All wheels shall oscillate, either individually or in pairs.

Chassis:

The chassis shall be rigid in construction with all seams and gussets fully welded. The steering axle king pin shall have replaceable bushings. The chassis shall be designed to have eight (8) wheels on the rear and seven (7) on the front steer axle. The front and rear tires shall overlap for constant surface contact during compaction.

Ballast compartment:

The Ballast compartment shall be approximately 1,600 U.S. gallons. It shall be designed with low center of gravity and internal baffling to provide stability and uniform weight distribution. The compartment shall include a drain or means of emptying the ballast. An anti-syphon filler tube for hydrant filling shall be included.

Wheels and hubs:

The wheels shall be heavy duty steel 15” in size. The wheel hubs shall be heavy duty type with grease zerks and a minimum of six (6) wheel lugs.

Tires:

The wheels shall be equipped with new, first run quality 8.50”x 15”, 6 ply smooth compactor tires.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Tire/wheel oscillation: The front and rear tire oscillation shall be +/- 4 degrees.

Hitch:

The hitch shall be attached to the front steer axle with removable pins. The hitch shall have pintle style connection. A rear tow hitch access point shall be included for multiple unit towing.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Finish:

All exterior surfaces normally powder coated or painted shall be the manufacturer’s standard color.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No DOT approved reflective conspicuity tape shall run entire top perimeter of roller.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Requirements Covering Items Detailed Above:

All equipment cataloged as standard shall be furnished and in place and shall be included with the unit. Any parts, tools, and/or accessories not specifically called for but required for proper operation shall be provided.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Two copies of the operator’s manual and service manual shall be included with the delivery of the machine.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Manufacturer's standard warranty shall be provided. Bidder shall attach a copy of warranty with bid. Since the continuous operation of this equipment is of the utmost importance and sometimes of an emergency nature, it is necessary that the successful bidder be in a position to render prompt parts and service within the State of Illinois.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The vendor or manufacturer of the unit which is considered for award shall, at the request of the State of Illinois, demonstrate this equipment at a location chosen by the State and in the presence of authorized State personnel to prove out any features which may be in question.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Delivery:

This machine is to be delivered in first-class operating condition with acceptance subject to Department of Transportation inspection and approval.

Does the unit proposed meet the above specifications? If No to any portion, explain:

Bid Package:

Bidders will need to send two copies of each of the following with their bid response.

1. Bid Document

1. Specification Questionnaire

1. Descriptive Literature