254-60-02 HD Bench Wing~1.docx

Specification No. 254-60-02 Specification No. 254-60-02 Specifications and Questionnaire for a Heavy-duty Truck Mounted Benching Wing Plow State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services Specifications and Questionnaire for a Heavy-duty Truck Mounted Benching Wing Plow October 2022 This specification and questionnaire covers an installed Heavy-duty Truck Mounted Benching 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 b the heavy-duty hydraulically controlled two-post type. They shall be specifically designed for use on 56-58,000 lb. G.V.W.R. rated tandem-axle trucks. The design of the wing posts and reinforcing shall allow for the installation of liquid pre-wet reservoirs between the cab and dump body.

The controls for these plows and their other components shall be compatible with the existing truck's hydraulic system.

Moldboard Assembly:

The moldboard shall be constructed of not less than 3/16" steel with ½” reinforcing ribs with a bottom angle of ¾” X 4” X 4” angle iron. The moldboard shall be adequately reinforced to absorb and distribute the loads normally associated with heavy winging operations. The color shall be orange. Minimum moldboard dimensions are as follows:

Cutting Edge:

The wing plow cutting edge dimensioned as described above and shall be made of high quality heat-treated abrasion and shock resistant steel.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The cutting edge shall be punched in accordance with the AASHTO standards for full-length cutting edges.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Wing Plow Posts:

The plow shall be an all-hydraulic design, heavy-duty with self-contained front and rear wing posts. The posts shall be constructed of heavy reinforced steel wide flange I-beam or a reinforced box style beam.

The slides within the front and rear posts shall be controlled by hydraulic cylinders with built-in mechanical float and mechanical trip.

Slide travel shall provide a level moldboard operating range from ground level to no less than 60" above ground level when measured from the bottom of the cutting edge. The wing shall have sufficient ram length and sheave arrangement to permit lowering of outer wing tip approximately 8” below ground line.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Cables and sheaves may only be used to raise the heel to a storage position. All sheaves shall be graphite, bronze bushed.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: Sheaves attached to hydraulic cylinder ends are not acceptable.

Winch cables shall be a minimum 1/2" diameter, and with sufficient flex to wrap the sheave.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The slides and/or slide channels within the wing posts shall be designed as replaceable wear plates.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The front post shall be securely mounted and braced to the front snowplow hitch.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The mounting of the post shall not prohibit the forward tilting of the truck hood and fenders Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: This feature will be reviewed with the successful bidder prior to pilot model inspection.

The rear post shall be securely mounted and braced to the truck frame directly behind the cab.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The rear post shall be fabricated using a 7” X 5” X 3/8” heavy wall tube. The rear post shall be designed so that the push arms are pushing in a straight line on the rear tube.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The front and rear posts shall be joined at the top by a heavy steel tie brace. The brace shall allow clearance for the lighting specified with the truck.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The front post shall be fabricated from a structural steel I-beam. The I-beam shall be a minimum of 8” x 15 lb. per ft. The front slide plate shall be a minimum of ¾” thick steel and incorporate a 3” mechanical float. The front wing double acting post cylinder shall be a minimum of 3” I.D. x 30” stroke. The rod diameter shall be a minimum of 1 1/2” and nitride coated.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Moldboard Braces:

The wing plow shall be equipped with one extra heavy-duty or two heavy-duty telescopic moldboard push-arm braces. The lower push-arm inner rod shall be a minimum 2 7/8” O.D. solid cold roll 1018 material round shaft and it shall include 5 holes of 5/8” diameter spaced on 5” centers for push-arm length adjustment. The push-arm(s) shall connect to both the moldboard and the rear post assembly by a minimum 1 1/4” zinc plated pins.

The single or lower brace, if two are used, shall be equipped with a compression spring to act as a shock absorber.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Swivels shall be provided to allow the moldboard to fold close to the side of the truck for transport without damaging the arms, moldboard or truck.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Hydraulic Power Source:

Hydraulic power for the wing plow operation will be furnished by the central hydraulic system incorporated in the truck specifications. The wing plow shall be designed to be compatible with the central hydraulic systems specified.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The necessary valves to provide wing functions shall be compatible and mount in the valve stack on the truck and be electronically controlled.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A tethered multi-function joystick control shall be provided. 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 Passenger Seat:

This wing option shall require the passenger seat to be a high back, air suspension type with operator adjustable lumbar support and arm rest on inside of the seat.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Component:

Special Leveling Device:

The front suspension shall include a manufacturer approved air style leveling device as required to balance the additional weight placed on the right front by the wing frame and plow.

Component:

The device shall be capable of responding to the uneven loading and unloading of the suspension during the plowing operation. (i.e. Auto-leveling) Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Installation:

The vendor shall provide complete installation of new front/rear post benching 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 The heavy-duty wing plow shall be fully installed and operational prior to truck delivery unless otherwise specified.

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

Wing light wiring shall terminate outside the truck cab near the rear corner with a flange mounted Weather Pack connector. Pricing for the wing light wiring shall be include in the wing plow pricing and not the base truck.

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

The wing moldboard shall have two amber Super-LED marker 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

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 truck and cab for transport and storage. Mechanical stops shall be provided to prevent damage to truck mirrors, exhaust system, outboard air cleaners, and cab area when moldboard is brought to the transport position.

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.

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:

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

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.

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 machine 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

1. Descriptive Literature