538-60-03 12K Load Full Drop Deck Load Trlr Rev2025Sept.docx
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- 26-494DOT-FINAD-B-50131
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- Illinois
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This is a specification document from the State of Illinois Department of Transportation, Bureau of Business Services, for the procurement of a full drop-deck, tandem axle tag trailer designed for multi-purpose hauling operations. The specification (No. 538-60-03) details the required equipment and accessories for a single trailer unit with a minimum 15,500 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and an on-deck load capacity of 11,500-12,500 lbs. The trailer must feature a full drop-deck design with ground-level loading, a minimum 14-foot deck length with reinforced diamond tread plating, and a drop-deck load space width of at least 72 inches. The unit shall include tandem axles with a minimum 14,000 lbs. capacity at ground, electric or electric over hydraulic brakes with a sealed breakaway safety system, an electric over hydraulic lift/lowering mechanism with solar battery maintenance, eight "D" rings for load securing, a pintle eye hitch rated for 60,000 lbs. gross trailer weight, landing gear with minimum 8,000 lbs. capacity, and LED lighting throughout. The specification requires manufacturers to provide their latest standard models with all required optional equipment included, and bidders must acknowledge compliance with all specified requirements.
All proposed equipment must comply with current Federal and State safety standards, including OSHA and ANSI requirements, and be ready for immediate use upon delivery. Bidders must submit their response with the completed specification acknowledgment, descriptive literature, and manufacturer information detailing make, model, and all component specifications. The successful bidder shall provide a one-year manufacturer's warranty covering all defective parts and workmanship at no cost to the State, along with all operators' manuals, parts lists, service manuals, and factory-qualified personnel to provide comprehensive instruction on operation, routine service, and maintenance. The State reserves the right to request a demonstration of the unit prior to delivery, with any minor modifications required by the specification to be completed at the bidder's expense. The specification does not include pricing information, bid response dates, or award timeline within the document itself.
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Specification No.538-60-03 Specification No. 538-60-03
Specification for Deck Between the Wheels, Full Drop-Deck, Tag Trailer
-60-06 State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services Specification for a Deck Between the Wheels, Drop–Deck Load, Tandem axle, Tag Trailer with Electric Brakes September 2025 This specification covers a Full drop-deck, tandem axle, tag trailer for use in the Department of Transportation Operations for multi-purpose hauling. To improve operating efficiency, parts, and service availability the Department of Transportation is specifying acceptable units by required equipment and accessories as outlined below.
Requirements of the Bidders:
All bidders are expected to quote upon a manufacturer's latest standard model complete with all standard equipment plus any optional or special equipment required. Optional equipment when called for in the specification to be included in the quoted unit price. Units shall have all necessary accessories and attachments mounted 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.
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:
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All units to include the following standard or optional accessories and equipment:
Trailer Design:
Capacity: 15,500 lbs. minimum GVWR.
| GVWR Capacity: |
On deck load capacity reference 11,500-12,500 lbs.
| On Deck Load Capacity: |
The trailer shall comply with all current Federal and State Safety Standards.
Tandem axle design, deck between the wheels (4 wheels on the ground), full drop–deck trailer.
| Number of axles: |
| Number of tires: |
Trailer Frame:
Channel, wide flange beam, tubular or formed flat steel with gussets capable of supporting rated trailer capacity.
| Main beam or rail type: |
| Main beam or rail size: |
| Lbs./ft. |
Frame members to be 50,000 psi. minimum steel from front to drawbar to rear of trailer.
| Steel rating: |
| PSI |
Main beams on drop-deck platform to be a wide flange beam, channel, tubular steel or formed flat steel.
| Main beam size on drop-deck platform: |
| In. wide flange |
| Lbs./ft. |
Crossmembers designed, sized and spaced to meet trailer GVW specifications.
| Crossmember size: |
| @ |
| Lbs./ft. |
| Weight/length on |
| Centers |
centers
Side rails, structural channel, wide flange beam, tubular or formed flat steel.
| Side rail size: |
| Inches |
| Weight/length: |
| Inches |
Note: IDOT is aware on some manufacturer designs the main and side rails may be incorporated.
Trailer Deck:
· Full Drop-deck with ground level loading.
· Reinforced diamond tread plate over steel crossmembers.
· Overall deck length 14’ minimum with knife or flat edge approach.
· Maximum overall width 102".
· Drop-deck load space width minimum 72”.
| Full width: |
| Inches |
| Drop-deck width: |
| Inches |
| Length: |
| Feet/Inches |
| Diamond tread plate thickness: |
| Inches |
| Type of approach: |
The drop-deck portion of the trailer utilizes single or dual lift/drop cylinder(s) rated for maximum load capacity of the trailer.
| Type and Capacity of cylinder(s): |
| Pounds |
The lift/lowering mechanism to be self-contained electric over hydraulic. System to provide shore and solar battery maintenance.
Deck Accessories:
Minimum of eight (8) “D” rings equally spaced 4 on each side of the drop-deck.
The tie down eyes or “D” rings shall have a combined load rating to meet load capacity of trailer.
| Rated capacity: |
Headboard or bump rail full width across front of deck.
Fenders:
Full coverage design.
Tongue:
“A”-frame design with ample safety factor to withstand a minimum 20 percent of the rated gross vehicle weight of the trailer.
Minimum of 48” ahead of the deck.
| Tongue length: |
| Feet/Inches |
Note: This is important to provide turning clearance for trucks equipped with tailgate spreaders.
Manufacturers toolbox option to be included with keyed lock or padlock type clasp.
Load Transfer:
Capable of transferring a minimum of 15 percent of its load to the towing vehicle.
Hitch / Coupler:
Pintle eye for use with Premier Model 2200/EL latching hook.
Capacity – 60,000 lbs. Gross trailer weight. Minimum 15,000 lbs. Tongue weight, Inside diameter 3 in.
Height – Pintle hook height on IDOT trucks is 20” - 25” from level ground. The unit provided to have the ability to pull the trailer level and provide the capability to position the eye in multiple mounting locations. Multiple mounting holes for the eye is required.
Component:
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Safety Chains:
Minimum 1/2" steel chain, Grade 70, with matching rated hooks
Truck Connection for Lighting and Electrical:
Heavy all-weather cord with 7-way connector, utilizing round pins and sockets, SAE/ATA approved, plug portion installed on trailer with lead long enough to allow for turning movements of the trailer. The pin portion or socket is provided with the truck installation. (See diagram on last page).
Landing Stand(s):
Setback, minimum 8,000 lbs. capacity, bolt on jack.
Brakes:
All wheel brakes, electric or electric over hydraulic, installed on both axles. All components rated to perform to all safety standards for the GAWR and the capacity of the trailer specified.
Breakaway System:
The electric brake system shall include a sealed breakaway safety system.
Auxiliary Solar Charger:
Solar charger to maintain on board battery.
Axles:
Capacity at Ground 14,000 lbs. minimum. EZ lube or oil bath type spindles.
Component:
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Suspension:
Manufacturer’s air, torsion or equal suspension as required and recommended for tandem axle design configuration allowing full drop-deck.
Total Capacity at Ground - 14,000 lbs. minimum
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Component:
| Make: |
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Wheels:
Trailer type, cast spoke or steel disc. Wheels to be manufacturers standard color or finish.
Size - 16 X 6.75 or as needed for axle configuration.
Component:
| Type: |
| Size: |
Tires:
New first run quality, Tubeless, radial, trailer type, designed primarily for on highway use.
Size – 16” – 12 ply, or as needed to meet GVWR Component:
| Load rating: |
| Size: |
One spare tire and wheel provided and mounted according to manufacturer’s standard.
Electrical System:
12 volts.
Wiring and Lights:
All holes in the body/frame to be grommeted, sealed and junction boxes provided when necessary.
Lighting and reflectors shall comply with the Illinois Motor Vehicle Laws and Federal safety requirements.
All exterior lights to be LED and mounted in shock-proof light mountings.
DOT approved reflective conspicuity tape shall run entire length of trailer at bottom of side, walls, and rear gate.
Paint / Finish:
All parts normally painted to be cleaned, prepped, painted or powder coated manufacturer’s standard color.
All under carriage not painted or powder coated to be coated with an automotive type protective coating.
The above specifications will be the same for all units:
District Specific Configuration and Options:
Listed below are the requirements for the trailer configuration for the requesting District’s unit. Some options may be in “Lieu of” or “in Addition to” the base specification.
District X List District options or “No additional options required for this unit.”
Warranty and General 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.
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.
| Warranty Duration: |
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.
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.
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 Bidder/Vendor acknowledges the requirements of the specification. Yes |_| No |_|
| Bidder/Vendor Initials: |
| Date: |
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