538-60-10 17-18K Load PartialTilt DBTW Elect Min 21k GVWR Rev2025May.docx
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- 26-494DOT-FINAD-B-50131
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- Illinois
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This is a specification document issued by the State of Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Bureau of Business Services for the procurement of a deck between the wheels, partial tilt-deck tag trailer with electric brakes and a minimum 21,000 lbs. GVWR. The trailer is intended for multi-purpose hauling operations within IDOT's fleet. The specification establishes detailed technical requirements for a single trailer unit, including design parameters, component specifications, safety standards, and equipment standards. Bidders are required to quote on manufacturers' latest standard models with all specified standard and optional equipment included in the quoted unit price. All units must be delivered complete with all necessary accessories and attachments mounted and ready for immediate use. The specification requires compliance with all current Federal and State safety standards, and IDOT reserves the right to request demonstration of the unit prior to delivery, with any costs for minor modifications to be borne by the successful bidder.
The specification document does not include specific pricing information, response deadlines, award dates, or contract term details within the provided content. Bidders are required to submit their bid response with acknowledgment of the specification requirements, along with copies of descriptive literature. All units must include a manufacturer's standard warranty covering defective parts and workmanship for a minimum of one year from the date of acceptance. The successful bidder must provide operators' manuals, parts lists, warranty information, and service or shop manuals at delivery, along with qualified factory or dealer personnel to provide instruction on operation, routine service, and maintenance for all assigned personnel at the headquarters location.
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Specification No.538-60-10 Specification No. 538-60-10
Specification for a Deck Between the Wheels, Partial Tilt-Deck Tag Trailer
-60-06 State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services Specifications for a Deck Between the Wheels, Partial Tilt–Deck, Tag Trailer with Electric Brakes May 2025 This specification covers a Deck between the wheels, partial tilt-deck, 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:
| Make: |
| Model: |
| Manufactured by: |
| Bidder: |
| Contact name: |
| Telephone: |
| Email: |
All units to include the following standard or optional accessories and equipment:
Trailer Design:
Capacity: 21,000 lbs. minimum GVWR.
| GVWR Capacity: |
On deck load capacity reference 17,000-18,000 lbs.
| On Deck Load Capacity: |
The trailer shall comply with all current Federal and State Safety Standards.
Tandem or Tri axle construction, deck between the wheels (4 or 6 single wheels on the ground), partial tilt-deck trailer.
| Number of axles: |
| Number of tires: |
Trailer Frame:
Main beams, wide flange beams pierced to allow full through crossmember installation or beam, channel, or tubular steel stacked on top with gussets capable of supporting the rated trailer capacity.
| Main beam type: |
| Main beam size: |
| Lbs./ft. |
Frame members to be 50,000 psi. minimum, steel main rails from front to drawbar to rear of trailer.
| Steel rating: |
| PSI |
Main beams on tilt platform to be a wide flange beam, channel, tubular steel or equal.
| Main beam size on tilt platform frame: |
| In. @ |
| Lbs./ft. |
Crossmembers designed, sized, and spaced to meet trailer GVW specifications.
| Crossmember size: |
| In. @ |
| Lbs./ft. |
| Weight/length on |
| Centers |
centers
Side rails, minimum 4" structural channel, tubular steel, or equal with rub rail and stake pockets.
| Channel/tube size: |
| Inches |
| Weight/length: |
| Inches |
Trailer Deck:
Overall deck width - 102".
Tilt deck width between fenders a minimum of 82”.
| Full deck width: |
| Inches |
| Tilt deck width: |
| Inches |
Stationary deck length a minimum of 60”.
| Stationary deck length: |
| Feet/Inches |
Tilt deck length a minimum of 16’-0”.
| Tilt deck length: |
| Feet/Inches |
Total length of trailer.
| Length: |
| Feet/Inches |
Deck height dimension is critical; deck height not to exceed 26”.
| Deck height: |
| Inches |
Tilt deck tail to have a tapered (Knife edge design) approach angle. Chain slots included if available.
Decking to be a minimum 1-1/2" thick industry standard, oil or sealed hardwood over frame with recessed fasteners.
| Wood thickness: |
| Inches |
| Type of wood: |
Tilt deck portion of the trailer to have a single or dual cushioning cylinder(s) rated for maximum load capacity of the trailer.
| Capacity of cylinder(s): |
| Pounds |
A single step to be placed on each side of the stationary portion of trailer to allow easy access to the trailer deck.
Headboard – Full width across front of the stationary deck Deck Accessories:
Tie Down Eyes – Minimum of 6 “D” rings equally spaced on each side of trailer on the tilt deck and minimum of two (2) each side on the stationary deck.
Tie down eyes or “D” rings rated capacity meet or exceed DOT guidelines for hauling heavy equipment.
| Rated capacity: |
| Pounds |
Fenders:
Drive-over, minimum of 10-gauge reinforced construction or heavy-duty minimum 12-gauge with reinforced load guards. Fenders mounted to tilt deck portion of trailer.
| Fender Type: |
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 60” 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.
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:
| Make: |
| Model: |
| Adjustment height: |
| to |
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):
Minimum 12,000 lbs. capacity, 2-speed, bolt on jack(s). The mounting location a minimum of 30” back of the pintle plate.
Component:
| Make: |
| Model: |
| Capacity: |
| Pounds |
Load Transfer:
Capable of transferring a minimum of 15 percent of its load to the towing vehicle.
Brakes:
All wheel brakes, electric or electric over hydraulic, installed on all 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.
Axles:
Minimum of two (2) 10,000 lbs. axles with oil bath hubs or three (3) 7,000 lbs. with EZ lube hubs.
Component:
| Make: |
| Model: |
| Capacity: |
| Pounds |
Suspension:
Designed for heavy haul equipment transport trailers. Meets or exceeds specified trailer capacities.
Component:
Type:
| Capacity: |
| Pounds |
Wheels:
Trailer type, cast spoke or steel disc. Wheels to be manufacturers standard color or finish.
Rim Size - 17.5 X 6.75 or as needed for axle configuration.
Component:
| Type: |
| Size: |
One of the right wheels to be equipped with a hub-odometer, designed for the size of wheel and tire proposed to be furnished.
Component:
| Make: |
| Model: |
Tires:
New first run quality, tubeless, radial, trailer type, designed primarily for on highway use.
Size - 215/75R X 17.5 –18 ply, or as needed to meet GVWR.
Component:
| Load rating: |
| Size: |
One spare tire and wheel provided and mounted according to manufacturer’s standard.
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 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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