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Specification No. 254-60-01

Specifications and Questionnaire for a Mid Mount Truck Mounted Wing Plow State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services Specifications and Questionnaire for a Mid-Mount Truck Wing Plow

October 2022

This specification and questionnaire covers an installed Mid Mount Truck Mounted Wing Plow for use by the Department of Transportation highway operations.

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

Bidders are advised to carefully read these specifications.

Proposed with This Bid:

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.

Wing Plow:

The wing plows furnished under this specification shall be heavy-duty, hydraulically controlled, and designed for use by the truck operator. The wing shall be specifically designed for use on 33-39,000 lb. single axle trucks and 56,000 lb. tandem axle trucks.

The wing shall be capable of installation on new or existing trucks without increasing the cab-to-axle dimension or altering the dump body in any manner. The plow offered shall be the manufacturer's current production model. The controls for these plows and their other components shall be compatible with the existing truck's hydraulic system. All parts, fittings and installation shall be included.

Full Trip Edge Moldboard Assembly:

The moldboard shall be 7' long, constructed with integral snow deflector, continuously welded 10-gauge A569 grade steel with six (6) 3/8" minimum thickness, one piece flame cut ribs attached to a top rail of formed steel channel. The wing shall be approximately 31” on the inboard tapered to 32” on the outboard end.

The bottom shall be full-trip split edge design. Both halves supported by twin tension springs with hardened pins in greaseable double gussets. Cutting edge weldments shall be punched to allow one standard 3’,4’ or 7’ cutting edge.

Cutting Edge:

The wing plow cutting edges (3’ and 4’) shall be made of high quality, heat treated, abrasion and shock resistant steel. It shall be 5/8” x 8” AASHTO punched.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Picture below is for visual reference only.

Front Post:

The wing post shall be of a trailing link style with approximately 12” of lift and designed to allow the moldboard to float up a minimum of 8” to 12” when in the plowing position. The post weldment shall be constructed and designed to withstand the stresses imposed during snow removal operations. The front post structure to be approximately 24” high and 14” wide and will serve as an anchor for the trailing link assemblies. The float link, upper and lower link arms shall be cast from ductile iron material. The pivot points in the arms shall have RC 50 hardened bushings installed to accept 1 ½” grade 8 bolts. The bolts shall be pilot and cross drilled to provide grease to critical pivot points on the link. The front lift cylinder shall be double acting, equipped with a hydraulic lock valve and feature a socatri 1000 corrosion resistant rod.

The front and rear cross tubes shall be a minimum 1/2" x 4" x 6" seamless wall construction or an approved equal design. The tubes shall mount under the truck frame and pass through two (2) reinforced steel plates of ½” material approximately 34” x 16”.

The wing shall be operated by direct hydraulic lift only. Chains, cables and sheaves may not be used.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The front post shall be securely mounted and braced to the side of the truck frame.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The mounting of the post shall not interfere with the truck operations or servicing of other components.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: This feature will be reviewed with the successful bidder prior to pilot model inspection.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Wing Heel Hydraulic Cylinders:

The wing heel raise and lowering function shall be designed to deploy the moldboard using a link arm and a 3” x 10” cylinder constructed utilizing socatri 1000 corrosion resistant rods.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A hydraulic lock with relief shall be provided to prevent the creeping of the wing from the raised position when the wing is not mechanically secured.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Hydraulic Valves and Controls:

The operation of the wing will require the installation of (2) double acting electric hydraulic valves sections into the main valve bank. The sections will need to be sized appropriately for the system and equipped with all necessary relief valves to prevent damage to the cylinders. The electronic controls for operating the wing will need be furnished with the specified base controls.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

The location for the operators’ controls shall be agreed to with the Department of Transportation prior to installation, with final approval during pilot review.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Wing Push Arm:

The wing shall include one heavy duty, adjustable, spring cushioned push arm. The design shall incorporate an adjustable break-away type bracket. The bracket shall prevent excessive damage to moldboard in the event of a hard impact.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The outer tube shall be a minimum 2 7/8” schedule 80 pipe with an inside diameter of 2 1/2" and a .30" wall thickness.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The outer tube shall be fitted with a solid round inner shaft 2 1/4" in diameter.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Adjustment holes and pins shall be provided to maintain a 90 degree arm to moldboard angle.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Installation:

The vendor shall provide complete installation of new mid-mount wing and ensure the working compatibility of all hydraulic and mechanical components of the vehicle upon completion of the installation to the satisfaction of the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No All hydraulic hoses and lines shall be properly sized and rated hoses and fittings. The unit shall be equipped with quick couplers for easy removal of the wing moldboard.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Wing Light Wiring:

Wing light wiring shall terminate outside the truck cab near the rear corner with a Weather Pack connector and weather-proof cap. A label shall be affixed near the flange reading “Wing Light”. Pricing for the wing light wiring shall be included in the wing plow pricing and not the base truck.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No LED Wing Light:

An LED scene light shall be mounted to provide illumination to the road surface in front of the wing moldboard. Light shall be of rugged design, corrosion resistant and mounted to the chassis. The pigtail from the light shall be wired into a 4pin Weather Pack connector. The connector with mate to a bulkhead style connector to be located on the back wall of the cab and wired into the existing switch panel of the truck.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No LED Wing Marker Lights:

The wing moldboard shall have two amber Super-LED markers lights installed providing visibility whether the wing is in the operation position or in the stowed travel position. The LED light modules shall be fully encapsulated, vibration and water/salt/chemical resistant.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Wing View Camera System with wash system:

· Color Monitor Displays Camera (Integrated with Force America screen)

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

· View displayed as seen (not mirror image)

· Aircraft grade cable connectors

· Washer fluid tank with filtered pump, operator-controlled switch Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Component:

Fender Mounted Convex Mirror:

The fender mounted convex mirror with this option shall be extended out approximately six (6) inches to allow a better view of the wing in operation.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Truck Protection:

The wing plow shall be designed to fold against the side of the dump body for transport and storage. Mechanical stops shall be provided to prevent damage to the dump body when moldboard is brought to the transport position. Chains and chain locks shall be provided to secure the wing in the stowed position for travel.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Nameplate:

Each wing plow shall be equipped with a metal nameplate showing the manufacturer's name model number, and serial number of the wing plow. The nameplate shall be securely fastened to the plow.

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

All components of the wing assembly shall be shot or sand blasted to remove all mill scale, oil, and rust from the surface prior to powder coating. All items must be coated individually prior to any assembly that is needed. The powder will be equal to a TGIC Super Durable polyester powder with additives for UV and wear resistance. The powder coating shall conform to and meet a minimum of 1,500 hours salt spray test per ASTM B-117 testing. Documentation is required with the bid proposal. All the items shall be black except for the moldboard, it shall be orange.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No General:

All welding performed in the manufacture of the plow shall be to AWS procedures and guidelines.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Three copies of all operators’ manuals, parts lists, and warranty information shall be provided at time of delivery to each district receiving one or more units. The warranty period must be for a minimum 12 months after in-service date.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Instruction and training by qualified factory and dealer personnel covering operation and maintenance of the machine shall be provided at time of delivery.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Requirements Covering Items Detailed Above:

Full coverage warranty on all components and installation for a minimum 12 months from date put in service shall be provided.

Since the continuous operation of this equipment is of the utmost importance and generally of an emergency nature, it is necessary that the successful bidder be in a position to render prompt parts and service.

All equipment cataloged as standard shall be furnished and in place and shall be included in the purchase price of the unit. 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, and the manufacturer's rated loads for all component parts shall not be exceeded when the unit is so loaded.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The vendor or manufacturer of the unit 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 in question.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No This equipment is to be delivered in first-class operating condition with acceptance subject to Department of Transportation approval.

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

Bidders should send copies of each of the following with their bid response.

1. Specification Questionnaire

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