152 60 14D1 Self-Propelled Street Sweeper Rental August 2021~2.docx

Specification No. 152-60-14D1 Rental

Specification No. 152-60-14D1 Rental

Specifications & Questionnaire for Self-propelled, 4-Wheel, Dual Engine, Mechanical, Street Sweeper

State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services

Specifications & Questionnaire for Self-propelled, 4-Wheel, Dual Engine, Mechanical, Conventional Cab Street Sweeper Rental August 2021

This sweeper shall be a conventional cab, dual engine, self-propelled, 4-wheel, mechanical, broom type unit with elevating dirt hopper. The sweeper must comply with all state and federal safety standards.

Requirements of the Bidders:

All bidders are expected to quote a sweeper complete with all standard equipment plus any optional or special equipment required meeting the following specifications. Deviations from these requirements in efforts to obtain extremely low prices will not be acceptable.

Bidders quoting on equipment may be required to submit prior to award, written proof of the following:

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

2. Parts and service for the equipment proposed are readily available to the State of Illinois.

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 Illinois Department of Transportation reserves the right to waive minor informalities, deficiencies or technical variances which by their nature are restrictive to a given manufacturer, if in its’ judgement, it would be in the best interest of the State to do so and it would not prejudice the rights of other bidders.

Serviceability will be a factor in award. Successful bidder shall either be able to provide service after purchase or shall indicate other qualified service facilities able to service equipment, within a reasonable period of time at agency locations. Bidder shall provide documentation and enumerating service locations.

Bids will only be accepted from established manufacturers or their authorized dealers. Any dealer submitting a bid hereby guarantees that it is an authorized dealer of the manufacturer and that the manufacturer has agreed to supply the dealer with all quantities of products required by the dealer in fulfillment of its obligations under any resultant contract with the State. Bidder must submit authorized dealer letter upon request.

Delivery:

All equipment provided by the Vendor and the sub-contractor(s) shall be fully operational when delivery is made. Any noted defects at the time of delivery shall be addressed by Vendor in the first 30 days of in-service.

Bidder/Vendor acknowledges the requirements above. Yes |_| No |_|

Note: If the equipment proposed exceeds the minimums called for in the specification please do not mark NO. Mark Yes and explain with a short comment on how it exceeds.

The following shall apply to all rental units:

· It is the intent of the Department to rent used machines 3 years old or newer and with less than 3,000 hours.

· Machines will be delivered serviced and ready for operation upon delivery.

Chassis:

The sweeper shall feature a dual engine design, mounted on a conventional cab style truck manufacturer’s chassis. All sweeping, dirt collection and handling functions must be accomplished by mechanical means powered by an auxiliary diesel engine or as specified within this document. Air or vacuum sweepers will not be considered as equivalents.

The sweeper shall have a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minimum of 33,000 lbs.

Front Axle:

The front axle shall be rated at 10,000 lbs. minimum.

The front axle shall be equipped with tapered leaf springs rated at 12,000 lbs. minimum.

Power Steering:

Type - Manufacturer's standard.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Rear Axle:

The rear axle shall be component rated for 23,000 lbs. and equipped with dual wheels and tires that meet or exceed this rating.

The rear suspension shall be supported by an air spring system, Hendrickson, Ridewell or approved equivalent, with a minimum capacity of 23,000 lbs. The air spring system shall be operator controlled by a single switch (transport/sweep) on the control console allowing solid axle performance for sweeping and full suspension during transit or a with 23,000 lbs. capacity hard rubber suspension when sweeping mode is selected.

The suspension system shall include automatic ride height control valves for the rear axle to maintain height during transport and stability while dumping. These components must meet or exceed the rated GVW of the rear components.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The preferred rear differential is an operator controlled 2-speed differential. The split ratios shall be set up to provide an acceptable start-ability, acceleration, and highway speed even with the debris hopper fully loaded. The low range shall be to attain proper sweeping speeds.

Note: An exception to the 2-speed rear differential will be a single speed axle ratio that can provide a maintained highway speed of 60 mph loaded.

Chassis Diesel Engine:

Manufacturer’s current production, electronically controlled, turbo-charged, charge air cooled diesel engine, weighing no more than 1,200 pounds (dry weight). Engines considered must provide 200-240 horsepower with 520-560 foot pounds of torque at an RPM within the governed operating range of the engine.

Component:

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: All HP and Torque ratings must be within governed RPM range.

Brake System:

Type - Heavy-duty, full air with two reserve tanks. Dust shields shall be included.

Effective lining area - As required for GVWR and GAWR ratings Compressor to reservoir lines - Must be flexible type with flexible or rigid connections Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Air Compressor:

The compressor shall provide a minimum of 18.7 CFM. This is essential to supply the demands of the brakes and the separate pneumatics required by the sweeper and described later in this specification.

Component:

Drain Valve:

Accessories - Automatic reservoir drain valve Component:

Slack Adjusters:

Manufacturer’s standard automatic slack adjusters, front and rear.

Component:

Air Dryer:

Air Dryer - Bendix AD-9W with heater, Racor or equivalent.

Component:

Emergency Brake:

Air Type - Air operated with cab control emergency air supply valve and remote air reservoir. Audible alarm shall sound if driver’s door opens and brake is not applied.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The service brakes and emergency brakes shall conform with the brake performance requirements as established by the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and California Vehicle Code (CVC) for the vehicle being supplied Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Transmission:

The transmission shall be an Allison 2500 RDS, configured as a five (5) or six (6) speed as required to match the GVWR of the sweeper. The automatic transmission shall provide electronic shift with a minimum of five (5) speeds forward and one (1) speed reverse. Transmission shall include an external transmission fluid cooler.

Component:

The sweeper shall provide sweeping speeds above and below 12 MPH and be capable of traveling at highway speeds of not less than 60 MPH on level ground when fully loaded.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: The model transmission and electronic default settings shall be reviewed with IDOT representatives and the successful bidder prior to ordering the sweeper.

Shift and Indicator mounting shall be located on the dash or in a center console, easily accessible to both operator’s positions. Steering column and floor mountings will not be acceptable.

Selector:

Transmission range selector with lighted position indicator must also provide mode selection and diagnostic features. Dash or selector indication is acceptable. Indicator must clearly indicate all ranges as listed above.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Please indicate which selectors are available by Manufacturer.

Operator’s Cab:

The machine shall be designed to be operated by one man from either the left or right side with dual operator stations.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The operator's seats shall be fully upholstered and shall be located so that the operator can have an unobstructed view of the operations and gutter brooms at all times.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Operator’s seats shall be adjustable, high-back, air suspended seats with adjustable lumbar support.

Component:

All necessary controls and gauges required for operation of the unit from either side shall be furnished.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Cab shall be manufacturer's standard all-weather, insulated, pressurized, and sound suppressed.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Glass - Tinted, safety type Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The cab side windows shall be of an accepted design that permits maximum operator visibility of broom operation and curb and obstacle location.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses:

One set per seat with metal-to-metal fasteners, shall meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Complies: |_| Yes |_| No All seat belts shall be manufacturer’s high visibility color. (i.e. Blaze Orange)

Radio - Factory installed standard AM-FM radio with weather-band. Bluetooth connectivity if available.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Convenience Items:

12 volt powerpoint Dome light Dual armrests Interior grab handles with high visibility color or marking. (i.e. Safety Yellow) Dual outside grab handles Dual sun visors Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The heater and defroster shall be heavy-duty, hot water, fresh air type, with all controls for effective heating and/or defrosting under cold weather conditions.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The sweeper shall be furnished with cab pressurized style air conditioning system. The air conditioner shall clean, cool, and force the air into the cab. It shall also be capable of circulating the air within the cab.

Instruments & Warning Systems:

The following instruments and warning systems shall be furnished:

1. Speedometer

2. Odometer

3. Tachometer

4. Fuel gauge

5. DEF/Urea gauge if equipped

6. Engine-coolant temperature gauge

7. Engine oil pressure gauge

8. Engine hour meter. Note: Must be oil pressure activated or an electric model activated by engine RPM.

9. “Filter minder” for air cleaner restriction indicator.

10. Tinted glass in all windows.

11. Daytime running lights

Windshield Wipers:

Heavy-duty, electric with intermittent control Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Rear View Mirrors:

Type - Dual, power, electrically heated, outside, rear vision, rustproof, and break away type.

Glass mounting –frame mounted.

Size-Approximately ±16" high, 7" wide minimum.

Adjustment - Vertical and horizontal.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The sweeper shall include two (2) outside 8” convex mirrors, one on each side, at the bottom of each of the standard mirror frames for easy viewing of the side gutter brooms during sweeping. An 8”mirror shall be mounted on the front fender forward of the front wheels for the operator to view sweeping operations.

Rear View / Back Up Camera System with Integrated Rear Sensors:

· 7” Color Monitor Displays Camera and Distance to Obstacles

· System Provides Visual and Audible Alert from Obstacles

· Waterproof and heated Backup Camera (IP69K) with Infra-Red Night Vision

· View displayed as seen (not mirror image)

· Aircraft grade cable connectors

· Built in Display Speaker and Camera Mic Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Component:

Backup Alarm:

Electric, Ecco Smart Alarm, Whelen or approved equivalent, minimum of 107 decibels ± 5, measured at 4 feet. Located inside of frame near the rear of the machine.

Component:

Wheels & Tires:

The sweeper shall be equipped with disc style wheels and steel-belted radial tires in accordance with the sweeper manufacturer's recommendations and GVW requirements. The size of the tires furnished will also be in accordance with the sweeper manufacturers published literature and specifications.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Describe tires:

Fuel Tank:

The fuel tank shall be a safety type, stainless or aluminum with a minimum capacity of 50 gallons, to be shared by both engines.

The tank shall be lettered as to proper fuel contained "Ultra low sulfur diesel fuel only" Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Auxiliary Step:

An additional step shall be placed at or just below the bottom of fuel tanks or SCR systems that do not provide a safe step height of ±18” from level ground. Step offset shall maintain equal footing from first step to cab sill.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Surface area to be not less than that provided with standard tank step and covered with open-grated, anti-skid material. The step shall be Stainless steel, aluminum or powder coated steel.

Visual example of tank with auxiliary step.

Cooling System:

As needed for continuous low-gear operation with loads of rated capacity. The system shall be filled with long life antifreeze.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Electrical System:

12 volt Alternator:

Heavy-duty, low speed, cut-in with transistorized voltage regulator with an Ampere Rating of 160 ampere minimum.

Batteries:

Long life, maintenance-free batteries, providing an SAE Cold Cranking Ampere Rating (CCA) that meets or exceeds engine manufacturer's requirements at 0o F.

Lights:

The sweeper shall include all lighting required by the applicable State and Federal Codes, including but not limited to head lights, turn, tail, brake signals, and adjustable gutter broom lights. The machine shall include all lighting to perform all sweeping functions at night.

4-Way Hazard Switch:

As required to operate all turn signal lights simultaneously in a flashing mode Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Lighting Safety Pre-check:

The standard chassis lights shall be programmed to alternate in a sequence so that a single operator can visually inspect.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No |_| Not available

LED Warning Light Bar:

Type - 55-72" bar type or two mini light bar modules with amber LED lights aimed to the front, side, and rear including two white LED “Street” lights aimed to the rear.

Location - Mounted to the drip molding of the cab. Standard aluminum mounting brackets shall be furnished.

Lens color – Hard Coated Clear The lenses covering the rear facing LED beams shall be clear.

Control - Special circuit and switches located in a panel in the cab, power supplies for the strobe lights mounted in the cab.

Component:

Note: Two (2) additional Amber LED warning strobe lights shall be installed on the rear of sweeper body if LED light bar is obstructed by sweeper body height.

Electrical Circuit Protection:

Circuit breakers – Manual reset breakers should be used in place of fuses whenever possible.

Rating - As required for adequate electrical protection and shall not reset until overload has been corrected.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Sweeper:

The sweeper shall sweep a minimum width of 10 feet with all brooms deployed in full operation.

A Start/Stop switch shall be located in the operator’s cab.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The auxiliary engine shall be a current production, low emission, liquid cooled, turbocharged diesel that provides a minimum horsepower rating of 74 horsepower. John Deere, CAT or Cummins are preferred manufacturers due to state wide parts availability.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The auxiliary engine shall be equipped with glow plugs for cold weather starting.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The engine coolant shall be “long life” type anti freeze requiring minimum maintenance.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The engine shall include the following:

· Full flow spin on oil filter

· Dry element air filter

· Dash mounted filter restriction gauge

· Fuel filter

· Fuel/ water separator

· High temperature/low oil pressure automatic shutdown Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The auxiliary engine shall have a battery with a minimum CCA of 950.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Hydraulic System:

All sweeping functions and the deployment of the brooms shall be driven hydraulically. The ground pressure control for these brooms shall be provided by operator controls or an automatic self-adjusting system. All high pressure hydraulic fittings shall be flat-faced “O” ring type to minimize leakage and environmental damage.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The gutter broom hydraulic cylinders shall be interchangeable and provide automatic or operator controlled down pressure.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The hydraulic pump shall be a minimum three (3) section design, providing 13.5 GPM flow, driven by the auxiliary diesel engine. A replaceable style filter capable of removing water shall be provided.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The hydraulic reservoir shall have a capacity of no less than 34 gallons and include an easily visible outside level indicator.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Hydraulic oil shall also be filtered through a cleanable, replaceable filter located in the hydraulic fill spout.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A gauge to monitor hydraulic filter restriction shall be mounted in the cab with an indicator light to light before bypass begins.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Pneumatic System:

The pneumatic system shall derive its air source from the chassis air brake system. This system shall operate independently from the brakes and be constructed to ensure braking system safety. The system shall include a separate air tank used only for sweeping functions. PR4 type pressure protector shall be furnished to protect the integrity of the chassis brake system.

Main Broom:

The main broom shall be tube style, polypropylene filled and double wrapped at both ends. The minimum diameter shall be 34” and minimum length of 58”.

The main broom shall be deployed and driven hydraulically by a hydraulic motor mounted directly to the broom core. Chain and sprocket style drive methods will not be considered equal to this requirement.

The broom speed shall be variable from 80 RPM to 140 RPM using “In-Cab” controls. These controls shall also be used to control the raise and lower functions. The main broom shall have a self adjusting system for pressure and wear.

The main broom hood shall be designed to prevent overthrown material from being directed into traffic. The design shall redirect the material into the dirt chamber. The hood shall be removable and allow for ease of maintenance on the main broom.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No One (1) additional main broom replacement tube shall be provided with each machine.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Gutter Brooms:

Right and left gutter brooms shall be provided.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Each shall be filled with steel wire bristles having a diameter of not less than 42" and sweep a minimum of 13” beyond the front chassis tire.

Gutter brooms shall be driven by hydraulic motors directly mounted to steel disc plate, steel broom mounting plates.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Tilting of the right side broom shall be variable from the cab. An electro-hydraulic controlled linear actuator shall allow the operator to tilt the gutter side broom inward and outward from the cab, while sweeping.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Brooms shall be fully adjustable by the operator, from the seat, or automatic for float, pressure, and tilt and shall provide the same adjustment throughout the expected broom life. Overload and obstruction protection shall be included.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Gutter brooms shall be capable of retracting automatically by use of a single button or switch located at the operator’s station. Broom rotation shall cease and retract when the sweeper transmission is shifted into reverse.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No One extra complete gutter broom set filled with steel wire bristles shall be furnished.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Conveyor:

The conveyor shall be capable of loading the hopper to 100% of the rated, useable capacity.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The conveyor shall be a bi-directional and fully controlled by the operator without leaving the cab. The system shall be fully capable of clearing debris of a wide range of sizes, requiring no adjustments to the system to accomplish the function. Functional clearance shall be accomplished by the ability to elevate the lower portion of the elevator during the sweeping operation.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The conveyor shall be reversible in direction without stopping or reversing any broom. The conveyor speed shall be variable from the cab.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The conveyor shall be equipped with a jam warning device to warn the operator.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The conveyor shall be driven by a direct-drive hydraulic motor, steel roller type chain on polyurethane sprockets, capable of maintaining heavy loads of material without slipping or stalling. It shall be high strength, belt type with full width cleats or equal design to “carry” material for deposit into the hopper. Conveyor should be designed to work at highway speeds and able to handle DOT sweeping functions including large debris such as hubcaps, mufflers, retreads and other large items.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

If NO, explain:

For safety purposes the conveyor shall automatically stop and raise when the transmission is shifted into reverse or when the sweeper is placed in the transport mode.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Sweeping Path:

The sweeping path with gutter brooms, and main broom in operation shall be a minimum of 120”.

Spray System:

The spray system shall have a polyethylene water tank with a capacity of not less than 350 gal.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The spray shall operate through nozzles located in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The water pump shall be electric power and on/off controlled by the operator.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The water pump shall be constructed to provide the capability of running dry indefinitely without damage Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A low water tank level warning light shall be provided in the operator’s console.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Describe:

A fill hose, consisting of a minimum of 16’-8” of 2 ½ inch hose equipped with NST coupling for a fire hydrant and hydrant wrench shall be provided.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No An in-line water filter shall be provided with the fill hose to prevent contaminants from entering the water system.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A 25’ wash-down hose shall be provided.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The water system shall provide the capability to flush the conveyor and dirt box/hopper.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Dirt Hopper:

The dirt hopper shall be designed to dump from the curbside (right side) of the sweeper allowing the operator an unobstructed view of the operation without the use of mirrors or other devices.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The dirt hopper shall be designed to dump cleanly, rapidly, and fully utilizing hydraulic controls in the operators cab.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The operating load capacity shall be not less than 4.5 cu. yd. of material. The useable capacity of the hopper shall be no less than 3.3 cu. Yd. An indicator light shall be included to alert the operator when the hopper reaches capacity. A hopper inspection door shall also be provided to allow visual inspection.

The hopper shall provide a lifting capacity of no less than 11,000 lbs. and dump at varying heights from 38” minimum to a maximum of 10’-0” as measured from the open hopper chute.

The hopper shall include a side door dump feature to allow the debris to dump into the receptacle ensuring the loaded hopper does not dump debris onto the sweeper.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: IDOT is aware this feature may not be available with all Manufacturers and will consider an actuated extended discharge door as equal.

The hopper shall be constructed of high tensile steel with interior epoxy coating or stainless steel with a minimum 7-gauge floor and an 11-gauge wall thickness. The liner material shall be warranted by the manufacturer for no less than 20 years.

Note: Machines requiring the extension of outriggers or stabilizers to dump will not comply with these specifications.

All sweeper controls necessary to retract brooms, lift blower unit, etc. shall be functional to provide moving the machine if the power source is lost.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Instrumentation:

The auxiliary sweeper engine instrumentation/indicators shall include the following, visible from either operator’s position:

· Tachometer

· Hour meter

· Oil pressure

· Voltage

· Coolant temperature

· Air filter restriction

The sweeping instrumentation shall include the following, visible from either operator’s position:

· Hopper full indicator light

· Hydraulic filter restriction indicator

· Sweeper “out-of-level” indicator

· No water spray indicator

· “Raised” hopper indicator

· Gutter broom pressure (one gauge for each broom) to measure pressure to hold brooms in the down position.

· Conveyor jam warning

Automatic Lubrication:

The sweeper shall include an air powered automatic lubrication system.

Component:

The system shall provide lubrication to all grease points on the sweeper and chassis with the exception of rotating shafts.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Finish:

All visible sweeper body exterior metallic surfaces shall be coated prior to assembly. Polyester powder coat is preferred for durability. The coating must be a minimum of 2 mils thick. The exterior coating shall be manufacturer's standard color.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Describe coating:

General:

Two (2) copies of all shop manuals, operator's manuals, parts lists, and warranty information shall be provided at time of delivery. Flash drive is acceptable in lieu of paper. Instruction by qualified factory or dealer personnel covering operation and maintenance of the machine shall be provided at time of delivery.

Describe training:

Requirements Covering Items Detailed Above:

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

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The component parts of the unit shall be of proper size and design to safely withstand maximum stresses imposed by a capacity load.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Standard tool kits shall be supplied, if required.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No |_| Not required

If No, explain:

Training:

Classroom instruction performed by qualified factory or dealer personnel covering safety, operation, routine service, and maintenance of the machine shall be provided following delivery and acceptance of the machine. The instruction shall be for all personnel assigned by the District as operators or maintainers of the machine. More than any single day may be required to satisfy this requirement.

The vendor or manufacturer of the unit which is seriously 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

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

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Bid Response:

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

a) Specification Questionnaire

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