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Specification No. 572-60-04

Specification No. 572-60-04 Specifications and Questionnaire for Heavy Wall Deicer Tanks State of Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Business Services Specifications and Questionnaire for Heavy Wall Deicer Tanks August 2018 This specification and questionnaire covers a heavy walled storage tank(s) for use in storing various melting agents for use by Department of Transportation pavement maintenance operations. The Department of Transportation is specifying acceptable units by required accessories as outlined below.

Each bidder shall submit with their bid two sets of descriptive literature and specifications describing all the equipment and options proposed. This information shall be clearly marked to indicate the make, model, and accessories proposed to be furnished.

Bidders quoting on equipment must submit with their bid written proof of the following:

· The manufacturer of the equipment proposed has been actively involved in the manufacture of the equipment called for in the questionnaire for a period of not less than 5 years.

· Parts and service for the equipment proposed are readily available to the State of Illinois.

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

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:

Tank(s):

The tank(s) shall be used to store a variety of melting agents designed for the winter maintenance of highways. These agents will include but not be limited to Liquid Magnesium, Calcium Chloride, Beet Juice, or Liquid Salt Brine. The tank(s) must be capable of safely containing liquids weighing up to and including 16 pounds per gallon, in the capacities requested.

The following accessories and options shall be included with the Heavy Walled Tanks:

The sizes of the tanks will be requested in the bid. Each tank shall be delivered to the address in the bid. The tank sizes are as follows:

· 6,500 gallon 119” diameter x 150” high

· 10,000 gallon 141” diameter x 160” high

· 15,000 gallon 165″ diameter x 186″ high

· 20,000 gallon 185″ diameter x 242″ high

The tank(s) shall be heavy wall constructed. The tanks shall be furnished from a single supplier and shall be equal or superior to Norwesco Vertical Storage Tanks in their Heavy-duty blue tank series. Other products from other manufacturers will be considered but they must be equal to or exceed these qualities.

Tiedown assembly (if required) shall be manufacture of galvanized steel, utilize tank’s molded-in top dome lugs (eight) and be compliant to IBC 2012 & CBC 2013 standards.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Each tank shall be equipped with the following ports and fittings:

· Manhole in the top, with replaceable gasket, and secured, approximate diameter 16” -24” (depending on the capacity of the tank)

· On the side of the tank, approximately 10” above the bottom of the tank (tee fitting) w/tube. This must also accept 3” full port cam-lock fittings.

· On the side of the tank, approximately 30” above the fitting listed above tank (tee fitting) w/tube. This must also accept 3” full port cam-lock fittings.

The tank(s) must be capable of safely containing liquids weighing up to and including 16 pounds per gallon, in the capacities requested.

Delivery:

The tanks is to be delivered in first-class condition with acceptance subject to Department of Transportation inspection and approval.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The tanks shall be delivered fully serviced and ready for operation.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Two (2) copies of all operators’ manuals, parts lists, electrical schematics, and warranty information shall be provided at time of delivery.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Note: The manuals, parts lists, and service or shop manuals listed above may be furnished on DVD in lieu of paper.

One session of instruction and training by qualified factory and dealer personnel covering operation and maintenance of the machine shall be provided. A video or PowerPoint presentation including operation and maintenance of the product shall be included.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Standard tool kits or special tools required for service or maintenance shall be provided.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No |_| Not Required Requirements Covering Items Detailed Above:

All equipment cataloged as standard or safety related 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 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 within the State of Illinois.

The vendor or manufacturer of the unit which is considered for award shall, at the request of the State of Illinois, demonstrate this or similar equipment within the receiving District in the State of Illinois and in the presence of authorized state personnel to prove out any features in question.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Warranties, Coverage and Duration:

Full coverage warranty on all components for a minimum 12 months from date put in service shall be provided. Attach a copy of warranty with the bid.

Bid Package:

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

a) Specification Questionnaire

b) Descriptive Literature