Amendment 1 ITB # 569.docx

Sept 13, 2024

AMENDMENT 1

TO: All concerned vendors

RE: ITB # 569, Invitation to Bid (ITB) Multiple Class Street Sweepers closing 5:00 p.m. Mountain time, October 4, 2024.

The following are changes made to the referenced ITB. This additional information is added to and is made part of the referenced ITB.

1. Questions have been answered, see Questions and Response on page 2 below.

2. ITB # 569 Administration Document has been revised. Please see ITB # 569 Administration Document Amend 1.

3. ITB # 569 Attachment 2 Bid Schedule has been revised. Please see ITB # 569 Attachment 2 Bid Schedule Amend 1.

4. The Closing Date has been extended to October 4, 2024 at 5:00 PM Mountain Time.

There are no other changes.

Thank you for your interest in supplying the needs of the state of Idaho.

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ITB # 569 Multiple Class Street Sweepers

Question: Do you want Steel wheels that are white powder coat? Or, do you want aluminum wheels which don’t come powder coated.

3.1.6.3 states “Wheels – Powder coated White” I want to make sure you get the wheels you want. The Mechanical Sweeper calls for Wheels that are powder coated white. That means they are also steel wheels. The Vacuum sweeper has conflicting wheel specs. Do you want Steel wheels that are white powder coat? Or, do you want aluminum wheels which don’t come powder coated.

3.1.6.3 Wheels – Powder coated White has been removed from the specifications.

The requirements is 3.7.1 Wheels – Aluminum type with eight and one quarter (8.25) inch base width

Question: Will the State consider a longer lead time as acceptable?

ITD will accept alternate delivery dates. Please respond with lead time. See changes made in Section 15 of the amended Administration Document and the Amended Attachment 2 Bid Schedule.

Will ITD accept a Urethane lined Hopper with a Lifetime warranty in lieu of Stainless Steel?

ITD will accept. See changes made in Section 3.14.1 on the amended administration document.

Will ITD accept a Hi-pressure washdown system with hose reel, 25 ft long and 2,000 psi at 4 GPM? This has been used on previous ITD sweepers.

ITD will accept. See changes made in Section 3.17.3 on the amended administration document.

Will ITD accept a wheelbase of 148” to accommodate the 4.5 cubic yard of useable capacity?

ITD will accept. See changes made in Section 2.2.2 on the amended administration document.

Drag slat conveyors experience less build-up of debris. Belt conveyors tend to accumulate debris more quickly, requiring frequent maintenance and cleaning. This can be time-consuming and costly. Drag slat conveyors, on the other hand, have a design that minimizes daily build-up, leading to more efficient operations and reduced maintenance costs.

Durability is another key advantage of drag slat conveyors. They are generally more robust and can handle coarse materials like millings and large debris better than belt conveyors. This makes them suitable for a wider range of applications, from urban streets to construction sites. The increased durability also means that drag slat conveyors have a longer lifespan, providing better value for money over time.

chain driven drag slat conveyor offers several advantages over belt-style conveyors including reduced debris build-up, increased durability, and less overall maintenance. These benefits make drag slat conveyors a superior choice for many street sweeping applications, ensuring cleaner streets and more efficient operations The requirement has been updated to accept bids with one or both conveyor options. See changes made in Section 2.15 on the amended administration document.