270-60-05 D1 Self Propelled Anti-Ice Applicator TA Chassis 66K GVW Rev2026Apr.docx

Specification No. 270-60-05 D1

Specification No. 270-60-05 Specifications for Tandem Axle Truck with 3,500 Gallon Liquid Product Applicator State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services Specifications for Tandem Axle Truck with 3,500 Gallon Liquid Product Applicator April 2026 This specification covers a tank and spray apparatus mounted on a new tandem axle truck chassis for use in Department of Transportation multi-purpose pavement maintenance operations.

Requirements of the Bidders:

All bidders are expected to quote upon a manufacturer's latest standard conventional model truck complete with all standard equipment plus any optional or special equipment required. A complete cab and chassis, tank, pump, and hydraulic system to be included in the quote unless otherwise stated in the specification. Optional equipment, when called for in the specification to be included in the quoted unit price. Trucks shall have all necessary accessories and attachments mounted on the truck when delivered and as described in the attached specifications. Deviations from these requirements in efforts to obtain extremely low prices will not be acceptable. Equipment proposed meet the requirements specified below.

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

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

Proposed with this Bid:

Successful bidder should be able to provide service after purchase or shall indicate other qualified service facilities able to service equipment. Bidder should 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 servicing 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.

Warranty:

Unless otherwise specified, Manufacturers’ standard warranty shall be provided. Bidder shall attach copies of warranty with their bid. Warranty shall commence at the Illinois Department of Transportation in-service date. If any equipment fails to conform to the warranties during the applicable warranty period, the Vendor or Manufacturer will adjust, repair, or replace the equipment at no charge to the Department upon notice.

The Vendor may provide or perform warranty service at a dealer location within the Districts geographic region if on-site repair is not possible. Vendor shall facilitate pickup and delivery of inoperable equipment at Manufacturer’s cost if warranty repair(s) are made off-site during the warranty period. The contract Vendor is responsible for any failure of their allied or sub-contractors’ fulfillment of said warranties.

Delivery:

It will be the responsibility of the successful vendor to guarantee delivery within the quoted time and to require allied manufacturers or suppliers to complete the installation of auxiliary equipment in accordance with the quoted delivery time.

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 |_|

The use of a brand name or equal is for the purpose of describing the standard of quality, performance, and characteristics desired and is not intended to limit or restrict competition. "Or equal" submissions will not be rejected because of minor differences in design, construction or features that do not affect the suitability of the product for its intended use. Burden of proof that the product is equal is on the bidder.

The use of brand name is for the purpose of ensuring safety, compatibility in existing systems, preserve warranty, and ensure maintenance.

Chassis:

Capacity:

Tandem axle chassis rated at 66,000 lbs. total G.V.W.R. minimum.

G.A.W.R. - Front - 20,000 lb. minimum.

G.A.W.R. - Rear - 46,000 lb. minimum.

Cab-to-Center of Rear Axle Dimension (C.T.):

The wheelbase to provide a cab to rear axle dimension minimum of 156”, or as required by body installer to provide balance and proper weight distribution for optional equipment.

Frame:

Straight channel, single rail, section modulus as required meeting the RBM specified.

Resistance to Bending Moment – minimum 3,200,000 for entire length of frame.

Note: Wrapped or channel reinforced rails are not acceptable or compliant with these specifications.

Frame to include integral front frame extensions to allow for mounting hydraulics and district options.

Front Axle & Front Suspension:

Front Axle:

Single I-beam type, rated at 20,000 lbs. minimum, wide tract type.

Set Forward axle: |_| Yes |_| No Front Suspension:

Taper leaf type, multi-leaf or two-stage type with a total capacity at ground of 20,000 lbs. minimum.

Front suspension to include shock absorbers.

Brakes:

Manufacturer’s heavy duty, full air style, with two painted aluminum reserve tanks. One tank to be equipped with an easily accessible remote air connection. Connection to consist of female air coupler on stationary mount with protective cap (see reference photo). All brake dust covers to be included.

Front – Minimum 16.5 X 6 - 24 sq. inch brake chambers.

Rear – Minimum 16.5 X 7 - 30/30 sq. inch brake chambers.

The effective lining area as required for GVWR and GAWR ratings.

Air Coupler

Brake Accessories:

Heated automatic reservoir drain valve. Drain valve to be level with bottom of air tank.

Component:

Automatic slack adjusters, stroke sensing style, front and rear.

Component:

Air Dryer with heater.

Air Horn:

Manufacturer’s standard operator-controlled air horn(s) with snow shields (only required if exterior mounted).

Note: Air horn mounting not to interfere with the light bar mounting by the body company. Under hood mounting is acceptable.

Air Compressor:

Manufacturer’s maximum capacity compressor for the air brake system provided. IDOT is aware engine manufacturer may determine CFM.

Component:

Emergency Brake:

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

Power Steering:

Manufacturer's standard dual assembly or severe-duty with assist is required.

Steering Wheel:

Maximum diameter 18" with tilt and telescopic adjustment features.

Exhaust System:

As needed to meet emissions, with supported vertical exhaust pipe and heat guard. The exhaust system clear back of cab dimensions allow for the up-fitting of equipment.

Electrical System:

Minimum 12-volt, negative ground.

Alternator:

Heavy-duty standard, brushless pad mounted or Delco Remy Remote Sense alternate.

Standard Ampere Rating - 200 ampere minimum.

Remote Sense Rating – 170 ampere minimum.

Batteries:

The truck chassis manufacturer to provide minimum of two (2) batteries. Premium, long life, maintenance-free, SAE Cold Cranking Ampere Rating of 2250 minimum. The batteries to include external jump studs and meet or exceed engine manufacturer's requirements at -17C. (0o F).

Electrical Circuit Protection:

Circuit breakers - Manual reset breakers used in place of fuses when applicable.

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

Standard Lights:

Headlights with High/Low Beams:

Type – LED or Halogen Sealed beam, 2 or 4 elements. The lights to be activated at low voltage with the ignition with an operator-controlled override.

Location - Standard production location.

Lens color - Clear.

Control - Combination light control switch with floor- or turn-signal mounted dimmer control.

LED-Combination Tail/Stop and Rear Signal:

Type - Dual combination Class A, LED, sealed, shock mounted.

Location - Rear of truck chassis or body sub-frame.

Lens color - Red.

Taillight control - Combination light control switch.

Brake light control - Brake control.

Turn signal control - Turn signal control switch and 4-way hazard warning switch.

LED Front Turn Signal and Parking Lights:

Location - Front fenders.

Lens color - Front - Amber.

Parking light control - Combination light control switch.

Turn signal control - Turn signal control switch and 4-way hazard warning switch.

LED-Backup Lights:

Type - Single-face, sealed, shock mounted, High Intensity LED.

Location - In the bumper or platform body rear corner braces.

Lens color - Clear or white.

Control - Transmission selector control.

LED License Plate Lamp:

Type – Sealed.

Lens color - Clear.

Control - Combination light control switch.

LED-Cab Clearance Lights:

Location - Outer front edge of cab top.

Lens color - Amber.

Control - Combination light control switch.

LED-Rear Identification Lights (3-Bar):

Type - Three, single-face, reflectorized, sealed, and shock mounted.

Location - Rear of body.

Lens color - Red.

Control - Combination light control switch.

LED-Body Clearance Lights:

Type - Single-face, reflectorized, sealed, and shock mounted.

Location - As required.

LED Step Lights:

Type - Single-face, LED, sealed, minimum of 200 lumens.

Location – Front of Driver and Passenger entry steps facing the rear.

Control – Switch activated.

Reflectors:

As required by Illinois State law.

4-Way and Signal Flasher:

Type - Heavy-duty, and solid state, as required to continuously operate all turn signal lamps simultaneously.

Lighting Safety Pre-check:

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

Engine Accessories:

Air Filter - Dry type, Manufacturer’s severe-duty dry type with dash mounted control to provide air flow from outside the truck or under the hood as selected by the operator. The control to be labeled for Winter or Summer locations. Includes an in-dash air cleaner restriction indicator.

Oil Filter - Removable cartridge mounted on the engine block.

Manufacturer’s OEM option combination pre-engine fuel moisture separator and fuel heater.

Component:

In-Block Type Engine Heater – minimum 120 volt with receptacle mounted under the driver’s door or other suitable location approved by the Department of Transportation.

Cold Weather Starting Aid – Grid type heater or equal with ECU or ECM control.

Non-Corrosive Oil Pan – A heavy duty oil pan or an oil pan that is designed for use in corrosive environments where road salt is present to be provided. It can be Factory or Dealer installed.

Engine:

Manufacturer’s current production, electronically controlled, turbo-charged, charge air cooled diesel engine. Engines considered must provide a minimum 350 horsepower with 1,150-foot pounds of torque at an RPM within the governed operating range of the engine. The engine(s) considered must include a factory installed front engine PTO adaptor plate.

Component:

Cooling Systems:

Capacity - As needed for continuous low-gear or PTO operation meeting engine manufacturer’s requirements.

Coolant to be “long-life” type anti-freeze requiring minimal maintenance.

The cooling fan to be a rear tethered, air controlled, ON/OFF style, activated by coolant temperature with a manual, operator-controlled over-ride.

Component:

Transmission:

Industry standard Allison, minimum 3000 RDS or manufacturers equal automatic with torque converter and PTO openings. The operating ranges at minimum 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, neutral, and reverse. The truck to be equipped with an external transmission fluid cooler (separate from the radiator). The transmission controller (TCM) to be interior cab mounted or mounted under the hood on firewall in an area that is protected from the weather. Industry standard PTO provisions.

Note: All transmission default settings to be reviewed with IDOT representatives and the successful bidder prior to ordering chassis.

Component:

Transmission 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 gear selection as listed above.

Please indicate which selectors are available by Manufacturer.

Note: All transmission selectors to be reviewed with IDOT representatives and the successful bidder prior to ordering chassis.

Transmission Oil Filter:

Internal, replaceable, element style.

PTO Opening:

Two accessible with SAE engine driven openings one on each side of the transmission case.

PTO Instruction Plate Location:

Dashboard or left door in clear view of the driver.

Rear Axle & Rear Suspension:

Single speed with two (2) differentials (tandem), operator controlled differential lock, power divider lock (IAD) and a capacity at ground of 46,000 lbs. minimum.

Axle Ratio - To be of sufficient ratio to acquire and maintain speeds of 68 MPH. The minimum drive line rating with this combination to be SPL long life type or manufacturer’s equal option.

Note: Axle ratio and drive line rating will be discussed with the successful bidder prior to production. Only manufacturer’s standard production ratios will be considered.

Rear Suspension:

Hendrickson Haulmaxx HMX 460-54, 54” axle spacing rear suspension and a rating of 46,000 lbs. minimum. The suspension to include shock absorbers.

Component:

Fuel Tanks:

The tank(s) to be aluminum or stainless steel.

Safety step type, with a minimum 90 gal. working capacity. A minimum of 70 gal. working capacity is required if tank size is reduced for clear back of cab for the mounting of optional attachments.

The tank steps to be constructed with manufacturer's standard open-grated, anti-skid material. The steps and straps to be stainless steel, aluminum, or powder coated steel.

Each tank to be lettered with "ULTRA LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL ONLY". Letters to be a minimum of 1 inch high, block type. If truck is equipped with a Urea/DEF tank, it’s to be clearly identified as such.

Note: A drain plug(s) is to be provided in the bottom and end section of the tank(s).

Auxiliary Step:

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

Surface area not to be less than that provided with standard tank step and covered with open-grated, anti-skid material. The step to be Stainless steel, aluminum or powder coated steel.

Visual example of tank with auxiliary step.

In-Tank Fuel heater:

The truck to be equipped with a thermostatically controlled fuel heater. The fuel will be heated by circulation through a heat exchanger mounted in the tank, Arctic Fox, Manufacturer’s OEM option, or a Department of Transportation approved equal. Circulation to cease when fuel reaches temperature or when outside temperature does not require use.

Component:

Front Wheels & Front Tires:

Front Wheels:

Wheels to be hub piloted, disc type, minimum 9.00” DC wide. Steel wheels powder coated manufacturer’s standard color. Aluminum wheels standard finish.

Front Tires:

Tubeless, radial, all-season.

Size – Minimum 315/80R22.5 Load Range L or as needed to meet G.V.W.R.

Rear Wheels & Rear Tires:

Wheels to be dual, hub piloted, disc type, 8.25” DC wide with protective inserts between wheels. Steel wheels powder coated manufacturer’s standard color. Aluminum wheels standard finish.

Rear Tires:

Tubeless, radial, non-directional, drive tire designed primarily for on highway use.

Size - 11R22.5 Load Range G or as needed to meet G.V.W.R.

Cab:

Manufacturer's standard air ride, all-weather, insulated, with cloth or vinyl headliner, ventilated with all metal portions treated with rust or corrosion prohibitive material.

Cab dimension minimums:

Shoulder room 70". Inside height from seating area floor to ceiling of cab 56".

Convenience Items:

Power windows Power locks Cruise control 12 Volt Power points (socket/USB) Dome light Dual arm rests Dual sun visors Interior grab handles with high visibility color or marking. (i.e. Safety Yellow) Top of step LED lights, mounted on both sides, door or switch activated.

Exterior grab handles with anti-slip feature.

Two ignition keys Windshield and side glass tinted, safety type.

Seats, Seat Belts, & Reels:

Driver and passenger seats to be high-back, air suspension type with adjustable lumbar support with arm rests on insides of both seats.

Component:

All seat belts to be manufacturer’s high visibility color. (i.e. Blaze Orange)

Instruments and Warning Systems:

The following instruments and warning systems to be furnished:

1. Speedometer

2. Odometer

3. Tachometer

4. Fuel gauge.

5. Voltmeter

6. DEF/Urea gauge if equipped.

7. Hour meter.

8. Engine-coolant temperature gauge with high temperature warning light and chime

9. Air pressure gauge with low-pressure warning light and chime

10. Engine oil pressure gauge with low-pressure warning light and chime

11. Transmission temperature gauge

12. Electronic cruise control.

13. Engine air filter restriction.

Radio:

Factory installed, standard AM-FM radio with Bluetooth connectivity.

Heater & Defroster:

Heavy-duty, hot water, fresh air type with all controls for effective heating and/or defrosting under cold weather conditions. Controls to be furnished to provide for circulation of “in-cab” air.

Air Conditioning:

Manufacturer’s standard air conditioning with standard manual controls. Controls capable of circulating “in-cab” air without outside “makeup” air.

Windshield Wipers:

Type - Dual, heavy-duty, electric, two-speed windshield wipers with intermittent speed control.

Blades - Rubber covered components or beam technology for winter use. If a heavy-duty wiper package for snow & ice applications is offered by the manufacturer, it’s to be included. Chassis lights to turn on when wipers are in use.

Rear View Mirrors:

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

Glass mounting –frame mounted.

Size - 15"-17” high, 7"-8” wide minimum with heated minimum 6” convex mirror mounted below.

Adjustment - Vertical and horizontal.

Fender mounted mirrors:

Fender mounted mirrors - minimum 6” convex mirror.

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

· Minimum 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 Component:

Backup Alarm:

Type - Electric Sound level - High range minimum of 107 decibels +5, measured at 4’ rear of chassis.

Location - Inside of frame near the rear of the chassis.

Wiring – Reverse indication trigger.

Component:

Front Fenders & Hood Assembly:

Constructed of fiberglass or high strength composite and include front fender extensions.

Front fenders and hood assembly - Forward tilting assembly with painted, chrome, or chrome and painted grille.

Note: Access to be provided for routine maintenance without removal of the hood assembly.

Front Wheel Splash Guards:

Flexible rubber hanging type splash guards hung from lower rear of the front fenders. The splash guards to be braced to prevent damage during snow and ice conditions.

Front Bumper: Manufacturers standard painted or chrome.

Body Finish and Paint:

Cab Color – Orange, complying with one of the following:

· Freightliner - #L0140EB / EY

· International - # 3017 - PPG # 61208

· Mack - #8693 – Dupont # P1021 Manufacturers’ standard painting application processes to be practiced. These may include the use of base coat/clear coat application. Other applications will be considered if discussed and agreed to prior to production. The Illinois Department of Transportation will be the only source to approve any other alternative to the products listed above. Any proposed product must be lead free with low VOC levels, prior to their approval for color match.

Frame, running gear, and non-stainless-steel parts painted or powder coated manufacturer's standard black.

Stainless steel or aluminum parts natural finish.

Rust/Corrosion/Oxidation Proofing:

Type – High Performance solvent-based coatings to provide protection against moisture, salt and alkalis.

Method of application - Standard commercial procedures meeting GSA specification A-A-59295, ASTM B-117 Salt spray test and SAE J2334 lab test. (1,000 hrs. min.) Note: Exterior coating color to be black.

Areas of truck cab to be covered:

Complete underside of cab (All Manufacturers) All areas of the truck cab listed below to be covered unless these areas are made of fiberglass, high strength composite or other rust, corrosion or oxidation proof material.

Inside door panels Inside door posts Inside rocker panels

Important Information Regarding the Mounting and Installation of Body Installers Components:

The Department of Transportation is aware that various truck cab-chassis configurations and engine types will greatly influence the location of required component equipment. For these reasons, the Department does not specify specific locations for the various components; however, it does reserve the right to approve the location of all component equipment.

Pre-construction model drawings or virtual renderings with all components installed in the proposed location for each item unit covered by this specification to be made available for inspection and approval purposes prior to production of the remaining order. Any questions or further information regarding these components or their installation can be obtained by contacting the Department of Transportation.

Special Truck Wiring:

Special Emergency Lighting, Truck Wiring and Switches:

Emergency lighting and wiring is a critical component of the Department Snow Removal and Maintenance Trucks. It is the intent of the Department that for the safety of IDOT personnel and general traveling public that the complete unit be installed as a system, to offer the most reliable and adequately illuminated truck possible.

General Requirements:

All wiring terminal connections to be crimped and soldered. All wiring must be uninterrupted and completed without splices of any kind.

Note: All ground wires in Special Body Wiring harnesses are to be minimum #12 gauge or as required for amperage load.

All body mounted lights, wiring, and junction boxes combine to form a sealed waterproof system similar to Truck-Lite’s "Super System" for commercial vehicles, utilizing standard production wiring harnesses where practical.

Locations and installations of all wiring, including special junction boxes, are subject to approval from the Department of Transportation.

The successful bidder to furnish a simple wiring diagram of the special wiring installation to each contact at the delivery destinations.

All lamp connections and all junction box post connections to be treated with a corrosion inhibitor.

(DeoxIT S-series or similar product).

A ground cable with eyelets to be run from the body longitudinal member and bolted to a clean suitable location at the rear of the truck frame. (Chassis to body ground) Wiring harnesses to be continuous where applicable and include color coded wire. Each wire in the harness to be embossed or labeled with the function it services through the length of the harness.

Routing, Clipping, and Grommeting as required to effectively protect the various leads and harnesses from sagging, possible cuts, abrasion and/or vibration.

Switches / Indicators:

Panel to include:

Rear work Light(s) Low Tank/Product audible warning Utility/Tool box LED lighting if equipped Note: These items can be integrated into safety/warning light control system.

The above switch functions to be back lit in the panel by LED and increase in brightness when activated.

If required, a separate switch and back lighted panel to be provided if equipped with a PTO clutch.

The switch system to include magnetic circuit breakers when applicable. The circuit breakers not to reset until overload has been corrected.

A breaker meeting maximum amperage load with manual reset to be provided between the power source and any secondary fuse panel for the switch panel.

Indicator lights for Hydraulic Oil Low (Blue) and Low Tank/Product to be in the panel. The warning lights to flash when activated.

Low Tank/Product to include a switched audible warning.

All switches to carry manufacturer’s warranty.

Special Accessory Wiring Relay:

Requirements - A constant-duty solenoid type relay to be provided to remove accessory circuits from the ignition key switch to prevent switch overloads yet retaining key switch on-off control.

Relay Capacity - 75 ampere minimum, constant-duty.

Component:

Safety/Warning Light Control System: Whelen DOT Core or newer generation system.

To maintain standardization, continuity, and fleet integrity the control system to feature situation-based integration with scene specific functions utilizing various vehicle components and signals. The control system is able to control and vary voltage, lighting patterns, lights, colors and reduce night glare depending on operational conditions. The system must communicate with current fleet DOT Core equipped vehicles. The control system at a minimum to include the following:

· Dynamic Variable Intensity (DVI) flash patterns

· Daytime in transit.

· Daytime parked.

· Nighttime in transit.

· Nighttime parked.

· Can Bus Technology

· Remote Connectivity

· Firmware Updates through USB-C

· 8 Minimum inputs / 16 minimum outputs

· Expansion capabilities

· Photocell

· Remote vehicle to vehicle synchronization

· Brake / Turn Signal Override

· Multi position select switch with push button controls Component:

LED Light Bar and Warning Lights:

Type – Designed to work with light control system specified, 60” - 72" in length with a maximum height of 3.75 inches, a maximum depth of 12”, designed for aerodynamic efficiency and a main structure of heavy gauge extruded aluminum. Duo Amber/Green LED lights aimed to the front, side, and rear including two white LED “Scene” lights aimed to the rear.

Location – Cab mounted, drip molding or cab manufacturer’s light bar inner structure. Standard mounting brackets furnished.

Lens color – Clear / Hard Coated for UV protection The lenses covering the rear facing “Street” LED’s to be clear.

Control – Light control system specified.

Component:

Additional Front LED Lights:

Type – Two (2), amber/green, white/green, Linear Super LED, minimum 2”x4”.

Location – Front grille or approved location.

Lens color - Clear.

Control - Special circuits with power supplied through the lighting control system.

Additional Body-Mounted Rear Warning LED Lights:

Type - Sealed LED design, mounted in a stainless-steel housing.

Stainless steel housing to accommodate three (3) Linear Super LED’s minimum 3” x 5” in size.

Location – Rear of tank, left and right centered within outer edges of tank.

Flashing sequence – Flashing light sequence to flash high and low LED and then center LED with opposing flash sequence on each side.

Color – Amber/Green Duo – Top / Amber/Green Duo - Bottom (2 each, light heads per housing). White - center. (1 each, light head per housing). Clear lens on all light heads.

Wiring – All cabling shall be salt, chemical, and oil resistant TPR style. All connections “Deutsch” or “Weather Pack” style.

Control - Special circuits with power supplied through the lighting control system.

Component:

Additional Bumper/Chassis-Mounted Rear Stop/Tail and Turn Signal Lights:

Type – Four (4), single-face, sealed, High Intensity LED, minimum 4”x6”.

Location - In the rear bumper/chassis structure.

Lens color - Red.

Control - In series with standard stop/tail and turn signal lights.

Additional Rear Upper Stop/Tail and Turn Signal Lights:

Type – Six (6) single-face, sealed, High Intensity LED minimum 4”x6”.

Location – Rear top of tank, integrated with sign support structure.

Lens color - Red.

Control - In series with standard stop/tail and turn signal lights.

Rear LED spot/work lights:

Type – Four (4) Super LED, Par 36, work lights. Black housing with stainless hardware.

Location – Rear top of tank, mounted to sign support structure.

Lens color - Clear.

Control - Switch Rear Fenders:

Stainless steel including all brackets and hardware for mounting. The fenders shall be full length and width covering the tandem wheel assemblies.

Rear Wheel Mud Shields:

Type - Heavy anti-sail rubber.

Location - Attached to front edge of rear fenders.

Purpose - Prevent splashing of frame-mounted attachments, fuel tanks, and cab area.

Rear Wheel Splash Guards:

Type - Flexible rubber hanging type.

Location – Attached to rear edge of rear fenders.

Ground Clearance - 8" with truck loaded to maximum legal limit. Maximum Allowable Deviation from Vertical Plane - 30 degrees.

Color - Black.

Other Requirements:

Must not "roll up" rear tires during normal operations.

Conform to all State regulations.

Free of any lettering.

Rear bumper:

Designed to house the lower rear stop, tail, and turn signals.

Protects the rear of truck chassis and pump system.

Fabricated from tubing, channel or flat stainless steel.

Bolted to rear of truck chassis with stainless or zinc-nickel plated hardware.

Allows for module replacement if damaged.

Liquid Product Applicator System:

System will be utilized for multiple roadway and roadside maintenance operations such as anti-ice product application, water flushing / dust suppression for street sweeping and herbicide application.

Product Tank Design:

Minimum total capacity of 3,500 gallons.

Constructed of 316 stainless steel.

Weld-on minimum 7-gauge sills.

Minimum 10-gauge shell.

Minimum 10-gauge dished heads and baffles.

Ladder access with PPE attachment points.

Minimum 20” manway.

Minimum 4” outlet at lower rear of tank.

Mininum 3” internal overflow tube.

Sight gauge located on street side of tank.

Float sensor to warn operator of low tank/product level.

Designed to accommodate up to 16 lb. per gallon material.

Minimum 6-year warranty on tank.

Gals.

Gals.

Tank Structures and Mounting:

A stainless steel, minimum 2” x 4” tubing structure fabricated and welded to the front of the product tank sills to support the hydraulic tank reservoir, ladder access platform and possible later addition of hose reel option.

Front street / driver side of the tank to include a stainless steel, open grate access platform for the operator to reach the hydraulic tank reservoir and ladder.

Rear of the tank to include a stainless-steel fabricated structure to house the upper rear lighting and warning signs. The sign holder to allow the operator to change signs without tools.

A stainless steel, minimum 2” x 6” framework to be fabricated and welded to the rear of the product tank sills to support the product pumping system and manifold.

Product tank attached to the truck frame with stainless steel sill V brackets towards the rear that are spring loaded and equipped with a minimum 2” plastic / poly (UHWM) sill plates between truck frame and tank sills. The front attached with sill slider plates to allow chassis flex.

Hydraulic Pump and Drive:

Power transmission to the main hydraulic pump directly driven from the front crankshaft PTO adapter of the engine. Pump mounted between front frame rails on heavy duty bolt in crossmember. The driveline to be a greaseable slip shaft or similar shaft style.

Hydraulic pump to be an axial piston pump model A10V0 variable displacement with pressure compensator. Sufficient capacity to support all normal operations of the product system simultaneously with no significant loss of performance. A high pressure ball valve provided in the hydraulic line between the pump and system.

Component:

Hydraulic Tank Reservoir:

Minimum sixty (60) gallon, aluminum or stainless-steel construction, located in front of product tank on sill framework.

Minimum features of hydraulic tank reservoir:

· Filtered for debris and water.

· Ball valve shut offs for maintenance.

· Combination oil temperature and level sight glass.

· Low level warning light sensor.

· Magnetic drain plug in tank sump.

Hydraulic oil must be premium quality, multi-viscosity and passed the Vickers 105C Vane pump test (ASTMD-2882).

Hydraulic Hoses:

All hydraulic hoses to be industry standard Gates Mega Tuff series or equal.

Any hydraulic plumbed hard lines are to be stainless steel.

If quick couplers are utilized, they must be flat faced, push to connect, stainless steel or plated for highly corrosive environment.

All lines to be routed and secured to prevent premature wear or damage.

Product Pump System:

The truck and pump system to be designed and constructed so that an optional accessory can be added at a later time without modifying the complete pump system. The product pump to be located at the rear of tank, to facilitate loading from either side of truck. The load-on and load-off valves to be located 30” - 36” from the ground, for safety and ease of loading or unloading the tank.

Product pump to be a hydraulic driven, minimum 4” centrifugal pump with a minimum 800 GPM at 50PSI capability designed for corrosive product.

A 316 stainless steel manifold, with a 3” camlock inlet and 3” camlock outlet to provide load-on and load-off for the system. Manifold designed to completely drain the tank and system by gravity.

Flanges used in manifold to be stainless steel, square, o-ringed flanges, designed to minimize area needed to install flanges for ease of the system assembly and disassembly.

Note: Round threaded or unthreaded class 150 type flanges on manifold system are not acceptable.

All outlet plumbing from the product pump including spray bar sections to be a minimum 2” diameter noncorrosive fittings and tubing.

Product pump system to include filter(s) with stainless screens which can be easily removed and cleaned when necessary. Filter(s) sized to protect spray nozzles from clogging.

Product spray system to be a minimum three-section unit mounted at the rear of tank, with each section covering a minimum 12’ wide pattern. Sections can be operated electric/hydraulic individually or together in any combination desired or all to achieve a minimum 36’ wide spray pattern. Each section to contain a minimum of six (6) adjustable polyurethane “O” nozzles. All nozzles to be balanced to provide equal distribution of material to all lanes being sprayed.

Spray Controls:

All controls for the system, spray bars, and ground speed controls to be operator controlled from the truck cab.

A multi-function spray control system automatically controls a pre-set rate of distribution for the product being applied. The system will allow the operator to increase or decrease rates while spraying. Rates will remain constant regardless of variations in speed, providing application rates of 10 to 60 gallons per lane mile at speeds from 10 to 60 MPH.

The above specifications will be the same for all units unless noted below under District Specific Options.

District Specific Configuration and Options:

Listed below are the requirements for the configuration for the requesting District’s unit. Some options may be in “Lieu of” or “in Addition to” the base specification above.

District 1 Front Mount Flusher System: In “addition” to base specification.

The flusher system will be used for flushing streets, curbs, and bridge decks during street cleaning operations. The flusher system to consist of a minimum of four (4) aluminum fan type nozzles with a 115-degree flat pattern mounted below the front bumper. Nozzle design to allow for adjustment of swath and angle. The flusher design to allow adjust of the pattern from straight forward to 35 degrees toward the streetside or 35 degrees toward curbside. This adjustment to be controlled from inside the cab while moving and operating the flusher system. Water shut-offs for the flusher to be controlled from in the cab and can divide the flusher system into two segments (street / curb), which may be operated independently or at the same time. The system to be capable of a minimum 50 gpm at 50 psi with all four nozzles spraying at the same time.

Front Mount Spray Boom: In “addition” to base specification.

The spray boom will be used to apply various forms of herbicide. Spray boom to consist of a center mount extendable arm able to swing from left to right (180°), up and down (45°) and reach over a standard 31” high guardrail to spray vegetation. The spray boom to be constructed of stainless-steel tubing, replaceable polyurethane nozzles, and air or electric/hydraulic controls. Operation of boom functions and product application from inside the cab. The spray boom structure to be mounted on the front of the truck using the front frame extensions and bumper. Design to allow for fold and stow during transport within the truck’s footprint.

Hose Reel: In “addition” to base specification.

Type – Hannay model E1514-17-18LT or equal design, 12-volt power rewind.

Hose – Minimum 75’ high pressure with trigger type spray wand.

Location – Curbside/passenger front of tank on hydraulic tank support.

Purpose – Washing streets, curbs, bridge decks and applying herbicides.

Pressure – Variable for pressure washing and herbicide application.

Component:

Tool / Storage Boxes: In “addition” to base specification.

This option will consist of street or curb side mounted weatherproof toolboxes minimum 18” h x18” d x24” w made of aluminum, stainless steel or galvanneal steel with hinged drop down door, locking stainless latch and switched LED lighting for night operations.

Box #1-Curb side box with organizer drawer.

Educational Instruction: In “lieu” of standard requirement (Per Machine).

Instruction performed by qualified factory or dealer personnel covering safety, operation, routine service, and daily maintenance of the machine shall be provided following the delivery and acceptance of the machine. The instruction shall be for two (2) personnel assigned by the District as operators or maintainers of the machine. A minimum three (3) hours of Instruction required to satisfy this requirement. Instruction not meeting this requirement will be cause for a “Complaint to Vendor”.

Warranty, Delivery and Bid Information Safety Features:

The unit proposed must comply with all Federal, OSHA and ANSI safety requirements.

Inspection and Tests:

The State of Illinois reserves the right to request the bidder to give a demonstration of the unit prior to delivery.

Cost of minor modifications to the unit, if required, and contained in the specifications, will be borne by the successful bidder.

Guarantee:

All components required for the mounting of the product tank shall be guaranteed for a period of one (1) year from date of delivery. This shall include all transportation and “drive-away” expense to return the unit to the tank manufacturer if repairs cannot be performed on site.

All defects or failures shall be corrected at no cost to the state.

Manufacturer's Standard Warranty:

Coverage - All defective parts and workmanship.

Duration - One (1) year from date of acceptance minimum.

Warranty service - All defects shall be corrected at no cost to the State.

Manufacturer's Warranty:

Types - All no charge extended warranties available for the truck.

Coverage - Major components including, but not limited to, the following:

Engine.

Transmission.

Front and Rear Axle Assemblies.

Main frame.

Description - Information describing no charge extended warranties shall be provided in the specification.

Warranty:

Indicate months/miles or hours of warranty on the listed components:

Indicate months/miles or hours of warranty on the listed components. Include Name and Address of provider.

Safety Components:

The truck/unit shall be furnished complete with all safety components that are required by the current Federal, State, ANSI, NEMA and OSHA Safety Standards.

New Truck Inspection:

The successful bidder shall make available to the Department of Transportation, a completed unit for inspection purposes. This pilot model shall be available prior to production of the remaining order. Transportation costs to and from the truck inspection site, meals and lodging for a minimum of two (2) representatives of the State of Illinois shall be the responsibility of the successful bidder for both the chassis and completed truck inspections. In the event of unsatisfactory review any subsequent travel costs necessary to confirm specification compliance, shall be borne by the successful bidder. Before trucks are delivered to the Department of Transportation, the vendor shall make a complete inspection of the trucks to ensure operation of the trucks and that all parts are properly lubricated. The vendor shall correct any defects before delivery.

All units will be subject to inspection for compliance with specifications upon delivery.

Delivery:

It will be the responsibility of the successful truck vendor to guarantee delivery within the quoted time and to require allied manufacturers or suppliers to complete the installation of auxiliary equipment in accordance with the quoted delivery time.

Manuals:

Copies of all operators’ manuals, parts lists and warranty information shall be provided at the time of delivery.

One copy of the service or shop manual for each machine shall be provided upon delivery.

Note: The manuals, parts lists, and service or shop manuals listed above may be furnished on Flash drive in lieu of paper.

Service Manuals:

Successful bidders on vehicles shall have their Fleet Service Manager contact the agency shown below in regard to warranty, service manuals, and service bulletins prior to vehicle delivery to the indicated destinations.

Dept. of Central Management Services Division of Vehicles 200 East Ash Street Springfield, Illinois 62704-4769 217-782-4684 Directory list #4

Truck Tagging:

Tags shall be attached to each new truck showing:

Dealer Decals:

Dealer's decals or seller's name shall not be applied anywhere on the truck.

Educational Instruction:

Instruction performed by qualified factory or dealer personnel covering the operation, routine service and maintenance of the complete unit shall be provided upon delivery or scheduled thereafter. The instruction shall be for all personnel in the assigned headquarters location of the machine. More than a single day may be required to satisfy this requirement.

If available, an instructional video covering the operation of this equipment.

Bid Response:

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

a) Specification

b) Descriptive Literature Proposed unit meets specification. Yes |_| No |_|

Pictures, images and sketches are for visual reference only, please bid per specification.

Front Mount Flusher.

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