Attachment_B_-_SWC226_Specifications.pdf

Statewide Contract 226 Winter Road Maintenance Equipment

Specifications Summary

1. Categories

a. Heavy Truck Plows

b. Snowplows

c. Snowplow Blades

d. Tailgate Spreaders

e. V-Box Spreaders- 10’, 15’, 19’

f. Pumps

g. Brine Production Systems

h. Brine Maker Controller

i. Tanks

j. Sprayer 25 Gal.

k. Rust Preventatives/Rust Encapsulant/Salt Neutralizers

l. Liquid Applicators

2. The respondent shall submit their bid for each desired contract line item on the provided bid sheet, labelled “Attachment C – SWC226 Bid Sheet”.

3. The respondent shall submit a parts discount for components related to each line item on the same bid sheet.

4. The State will award up to two (2) contracts per line item based on the lowest overall cost.

a. Users will be instructed to request goods from the lowest awarded vendor. If the vendor cannot provide the goods within the user’s needed timeframe, the user shall then proceed to the second awarded vendor.

HEAVY TRUCK PLOW SPECIFICATIONS

REV.05/02/2025

10’ Front Mounted Snowplow (Item ID: New/TBD) Acceptable brands/models: VCM Model MW30R10-TN EXT CURL, Craig Mfg. Model TT-0600-10 or Equal

General Full trip rolled formed moldboard with power reverse by use of hydraulic cylinders 35 degrees left and right. Plow bid shall be a standard proven model of manufacturer’s latest current production with additional features outlined in the following specifications. Unit shall be fully assembled and ready for installation.

Moldboard Shall be 12’ long and 30” high. Top edge shall have a full-length integral snow shield. The front face of the moldboard is to be formed from a single sheet using 12 Ga. Strenx 100XF. The top edge of the moldboard is to extend a minimum of 17.5” forward of the cutting-edge mounting angle. The radius from the cutting-edge mounting angle to the top edge of the moldboard is to be a minimum of 24” overall. Top corners of the moldboard shall be tapered at a 45-degree angle. The outer vertical ribs shall be the cap for the moldboard cut out.

The rubber snow deflector shall be constructed of heavy-duty reinforced rubber 10’ long and 12” high and 3/8” thick. The deflector is to be bolted to the top moldboard reinforcing angle.

The moldboard front sheet shall be no less than 12 Ga. Strenx 100XF material and must be roll formed.

Brake formed front sheet is not acceptable.

Moldboard shall have a 2” X 3” X 3/8” full length, one-piece top angle.

Welding must be continuous to eliminate corrosion pockets.

Reinforcement shall be six (6) ribs of 5/16” Strenx 100XF plate with 3” X 4” X 3/8” horizontal reinforcing angle full width of the moldboard. The horizontal brace angle shall be one piece design.

Segmented angles welded between the vertical ribs are not acceptable. The four center ribs shall include 1-5/16” ID X 3/8” wall X 1-1/4” length tubular bushings to accept 1-1/4” diameter push frame mounting pins.

The plow moldboard shall have a double base angle. Lower moldboard reinforcing angle is to be welded to the blade rib braces and moldboard skin. Cutting edge mounting angle constructed from 4” X 4” X ¾” structural angle shall be bolted to the lower moldboard angle. This design will allow the cutting-edge angle to be replaced if damaged and does not require replacement of the entire moldboard.

The moldboard shall be designed to allow the cutting edge (described below) to be perpendicular to the road surface when the moldboard adjustment is set in the center pitch position (15 degrees).

Plow markers shall be included with the package. Markers shall be 48” tall 3/4” diameter and must include galvanized aircraft wire rope reinforcements crimped to the lower portion of the marker and inserted into the steel mounting bracket.

Cutting Edge System Plow shall include one of the following cutting-edge systems designed to fit a 10’ moldboard with AASHO punching:

Kuper GK-5 low noise and abrasion – resistant rubber – corundum plow cutting edge or a winter equipment Joma 6000 articulating blade system.

12” AASHO punch for blade sections.

Three (3) four-foot-long sections are required.

Cutting Edge Reinforcement The cutting-edge mounting angle shall be reinforced using ½” thick gusset plates welded to the cutting-edge angle the full length of the angle at 12” intervals.

Drive-Frame Truss member shall be made from 3-1/2” X 3-1/2” X 3/8” rolled angle.

The main drive-frame member shall be made from 4” X 4” X 3/8” structural tube.

Two (2) additional pieces of 3-1/2” X 3-1/2” X 3/8” angle shall be electrically welded perpendicular to the main drive angle connecting with the truss member tube to form a rigid structure.

Four (4) hinge points shall be provided for pinning the moldboard to the drive-frame, spanning 86-3/8” (on center).

Hinge points shall be double lugs constructed from ½” plate.

Four (4) 1-1/4” pins shall pin the moldboard to the drive-frame.

A removable screw adjustable jack stand shall be included on the inside of the rolled angle in the center of the truss member. A storage bracket shall be included to pin the jack leg to the main drive member tube when the plow is attached to the vehicle and is in the plowing mode.

Reversible A-Frame Pivot frame shall be fabricated from two (2) pieces of extra heavy duty 4” ship and car channel welded to form a “V”.

The base or truck side of the A-frame shall have a 1” pivot plate welded continuously to the end of the A frame.

The center of the swivel plates shall be drilled to accept a 1-1/4” swivel bolt.

The A-frame shall be attached to the 4” X 4” X 3/8” tubular pivot beam with a 1-1/4” X 6-1/2” grade 8 bolt.

The front pivot point shall have a bushing and shall be drilled and tapped for a grease fitting. Pivot bolt to be 1-1/4” grade 8.

Power reverse cylinders shall be a minimum of two (2) 3” X 10” heavy duty cylinders with induction hardened Nitrated rods.

Packing for these cylinders shall have minimum 3000 PSI operating pressure.

Ports for these cylinders shall have #8 S.A.E. male boss ratings.

Hoses shall be 3/8” diameter conforming to SAE 100R17 ratings and shall include 3/8” pioneer series 4050-39 or compatible quick disconnect fittings. One reversing hose shall have a female quick disconnect the second hose shall have the male side of the fitting so that the hoses can be coupled together when the plow is removed from the vehicle.

Plow manufacturer shall inspect our new truck hitch frame and locate hydraulic fittings so that they will not be damage during operation.

Special note: The power reverse hoses must include a two port, slim body Multifaster connection with 3/8” body and 3/8” male O-ring face seal threads.

Trip Mechanism Moldboard trip shall be designed with three compression spring trip assemblies.

Compression springs shall be a minimum of 9/16” diameter spring size with a minimum free length of 14-1/2”.

Trip mechanism shall provide for three (3) spring tension adjustments providing a soft, medium and hard trip. Trip mechanism shall be set at medium trip upon delivery.

Push frame shall have three (3) compression trip arm mounting locations to provide the trip tension adjustments.

There shall be three (3) moldboard attachment positions to adjust the pitch of the moldboard to approximately 8 degrees, 15 degrees, or 22 degrees. Shall be set at 15 degrees upon delivery.

Tripping action of the plow shall allow for full rotation of the moldboard to the road surface (approximately 105 degrees) but be limited to 60 degrees rotation by the rubber bumpers and moldboard stops.

Lifting / Leveling Device The plow is to be lifted by means of a single lift chain. The lift chain shall be constructed from a minimum of 3/8” proof coiled system 70 material and is to be attached to the plow push frame with a mid-link on each side of the plow frame. The mid-links shall be of proper capacity to carry the weight of the plow and must exceed the pull test weight of the chain. The lift chain shall be attached to the hitch lift arm to lift and allow the plow to lower into plowing position. Both the chain and the mid-link tensile strength shall withstand the weight of the plow under bouncing conditions during travel on rough roads.

Plow lifting chain shall be capable of adjustment that permits the plow to be transported either fully angled to the left or right side of the vehicle and remain level with the road surface. Plow leveling shall be accomplished by means of chains only; the addition of plates, slides, or rollers to level the plow is not acceptable.

NOTE: Cold shuts on any portion of the plow chain system shall not be acceptable.

Hitches / Swivel

Pin swivel shall be constructed from 4” ship and car channel with drive bars for 1-1/4” pin and shall accept plows with pin centers from 30” to 30.5”.

Paint All material shall be blasted to remove all mill scale, rust and contaminants.

Push frame parts shall be top coated black with polysiloxane direct to metal paint.

Moldboards shall be sand blasted and top coated with orange polysiloxane paint

Finished Weight Plow shall be a minimum of 1,100 lbs. and a maximum of 1700 lbs.

Installation

The snowplow manufacturer is required to supply with each piece of equipment, a full set installation instruction detailing torque specifications for the mounting fasteners, hydraulic oil specifications for the plow hydraulic system and wiring schematics covering the plow headlights. The awarded vendor shall install snowplows per the manufacturer’s instructions as supplied with bid. Bid price shall include all cost for installation and all vehicle modifications. The electronic controls for the plows and spreaders must be wired thru a “key on hot” ignition source provided by the truck manufacturer. An electronic connection added to the truck’s electrical system by the vendor is not acceptable.

Parts & Service

Manufacturer’s franchised authorized dealer must have parts and service facility within eight (8) hours of F.O.B. delivery location. The supplier of the front mounted snowplow is required to have a minimum of two (2) associates, who have completed certification training of the systems being provided, residing in the state of Tennessee. Each associate must have a minimum of four (4) years working experience in the snowplow equipment industry. They must also have completed certification training of the systems being provided to the state of Tennessee. The two associates will provide statewide training, and they shall also provide troubleshooting and warranty repairs for the snowplows and spreader system currently being bid.

Franchised dealer address information must be attached. This must be a full-service franchised dealership which includes field representatives, manufacturer’s required specialized tools, fully equipped service trucks, factory trained technicians

Manuals

Manuals (printed or electronic) shall be provided with each unit and shall consist of complete electrical and hydraulic schematic drawings, replaceable parts list including brand names and part numbers of the snowplows and spreaders.

Literature Vendor shall provide engineer drawings and sketches to substantiate the plow meets all specifications in the bid.

12’ Front Mounted Snowplow (Item ID: 1000114263) Acceptable brands/models: VCM Model MW30R12-TN EXT CURL, Craig Mfg. Model TT-0600-10 or Equal

General Full trip rolled formed moldboard with power reverse by use of hydraulic cylinders 35 degrees left and right. Plow bid shall be a standard proven model of manufacturer’s latest current production with additional features outlined in the following specifications. Unit shall be fully assembled and ready for installation.

Moldboard Shall be 12’ long and 30” high. Top edge shall have a full length integral snow shield. The front face of the moldboard is to be formed from a single sheet using 12 Ga. Strenx 100XF. The top edge of the moldboard is to extend a minimum of 17.5” forward of the cutting edge mounting angle. The radius from the cutting edge mounting angle to the top edge of the moldboard is to be a minimum of 24” overall. Top corners of the moldboard shall be tapered at a 45 degree angle. The outer vertical ribs shall be the cap for the moldboard cut out.

The rubber snow deflector shall be constructed of heavy duty reinforced rubber 10’ long and 12” high and 3/8” thick. The deflector is to be bolted to the top moldboard reinforcing angle.

The moldboard front sheet shall be no less than 12 Ga. Strenx 100XF material and must be roll formed.

Brake formed front sheet is not acceptable.

Moldboard shall have a 2” X 3” X 3/8” full length, one piece top angle.

Welding must be continuous to eliminate corrosion pockets.

Reinforcement shall be six (6) ribs of 5/16” Strenx 100XF plate with 3” X 4” X 3/8” horizontal reinforcing angle full width of the moldboard. The horizontal brace angle shall be one piece design.

Segmented angles welded between the vertical ribs are not acceptable. The four center ribs shall include 1-5/16” ID X 3/8” wall X 1-1/4” length tubular bushings to accept 1-1/4” diameter push frame mounting pins.

The plow moldboard shall have a double base angle. Lower moldboard reinforcing angle is to be welded to the blade rib braces and moldboard skin. Cutting edge mounting angle constructed from 4” X 4” X ¾” structural angle shall be bolted to the lower moldboard angle. This design will allow the cutting edge angle to be replaced if damaged and does not require replacement of the entire moldboard.

The moldboard shall be designed to allow the cutting edge (described below) to be perpendicular to the road surface when the moldboard adjustment is set in the center pitch position (15 degrees).

Plow markers shall be included with the package. Markers shall be 48” tall 3/4” diameter and must

Cutting Edge System Plow shall include one of the following cutting edge systems designed to fit a 12’ moldboard with AASHO punching:

Kuper GK-5 low noise and abrasion – resistant rubber – corundum plow cutting edge or a winter equipment Joma 6000 articulating blade system.

12” AASHO punch for blade sections.

Three (3) four foot long sections are required.

Cutting Edge Reinforcement The cutting edge mounting angle shall be reinforced using ½” thick gusset plates welded to the cutting edge angle the full length of the angle at 12” intervals.

Drive-Frame Truss member shall be made from 3-1/2” X 3-1/2” X 3/8” rolled angle.

The main drive-frame member shall be made from 4” X 4” X 3/8” structural tube.

Two (2) additional pieces of 3-1/2” X 3-1/2” X 3/8” angle shall be welded perpendicular to the main drive angle connecting with the truss member tube to form a rigid structure.

Four (4) hinge points shall be provided for pinning the moldboard to the drive-frame, spanning 86-3/8” (on center).

Hinge points shall be double lugs constructed from ½” plate.

Four (4) 1-1/4” pins shall pin the moldboard to the drive-frame.

A removable screw adjustable jack stand shall be included on the inside of the rolled angle in the center of the truss member. A storage bracket shall be included in order to pin the jack leg to the main drive member tube when the plow is attached to the vehicle and is in the plowing mode.

Reversible A-Frame Pivot frame shall be fabricated from two (2) pieces of extra heavy duty 4” ship and car channel welded to form a “V”.

The base or truck side of the A-frame shall have a 1” pivot plate welded continuously to the end of the A frame.

The center of the swivel plates shall be drilled to accept a 1-1/4” swivel bolt.

The A-frame shall be attached to the 4” X 4” X 3/8” tubular pivot beam with a 1-1/4” X 6-1/2” grade 8 bolt.

The front pivot point shall have a bushing and shall be drilled and tapped for a grease fitting. Pivot bolt to be 1-1/4” grade 8.

Power reverse cylinders shall be a minimum of two (2) 3” X 10” heavy duty cylinders with induction hardened Nitrated rods.

Packing for these cylinders shall have minimum 3000 PSI operating pressure.

Ports for these cylinders shall have #8 S.A.E. male boss ratings.

Hoses shall be 3/8” diameter conforming to SAE 100R17 ratings and shall include 3/8” pioneer series 4050-39 or compatible quick disconnect fittings. One reversing hose shall have a female quick disconnect the second hose shall have the male side of the fitting so that the hoses can be coupled together when the plow is removed from the vehicle.

Plow manufacturer shall inspect our new truck hitch frame and locate hydraulic fittings so that they will not be damage during operation.

Special note: The power reverse hoses must include a two port, slim body Multifaster connection with 3/8” body and 3/8” male O-ring face seal threads.

Trip Mechanism Moldboard trip shall be designed with three compression spring trip assemblies.

Compression springs shall be a minimum of 9/16” diameter spring size with a minimum free length of 14-1/2”.

Trip mechanism shall provide for three (3) spring tension adjustments providing a soft, medium and hard trip. Trip mechanism shall be set at medium trip upon delivery.

Push frame shall have three (3) compression trip arm mounting locations to provide the trip tension adjustments.

There shall be three (3) moldboard attachment positions to adjust the pitch of the moldboard to approximately 8 degrees, 15 degrees, or 22 degrees. Shall be set at 15 degrees upon delivery.

Tripping action of the plow shall allow for full rotation of the moldboard to the road surface (approximately 105 degrees) but be limited to 60 degrees rotation by the rubber bumpers and moldboard stops.

Lifting / Leveling Device The plow is to be lifted by means of a single lift chain. The lift chain shall be constructed from a minimum of 3/8” proof coiled system 70 material and is to be attached to the plow push frame with a mid-link on each side of the plow frame. The mid-links shall be of proper capacity to carry the weight of the plow and must exceed the pull test weight of the chain. The lift chain shall be attached to the hitch lift arm to lift and allow the plow to lower into plowing position. Both the chain and the mid-link tensile strength shall withstand the weight of the plow under bouncing conditions during travel on rough roads.

Plow lifting chain shall be capable of adjustment that permits the plow to be transported either fully angled to the left or right side of the vehicle and remain level with the road surface. Plow leveling shall be accomplished by means of chains only; the addition of plates, slides, or rollers in order to level the plow is not acceptable.

NOTE: Cold shuts on any portion of the plow chain system shall not be acceptable.

Hitches / Swivel

Pin swivel shall be constructed from 4” ship and car channel with drive bars for 1-1/4” pin and shall accept plows with pin centers from 30” to 30.5”.

Paint All material shall be blasted to remove all mill scale, rust and contaminants.

Push frame parts shall be top coated black with polysiloxane direct to metal paint.

Moldboards shall be sand blasted and top coated with orange polysiloxane paint

Finished Weight Plow shall be a minimum of 1,300 lbs. and a maximum of 1800 lbs.

Installation

The snowplow manufacturer is required to supply with each piece of equipment, a full set installation instruction detailing torque specifications for the mounting fasteners, hydraulic oil specifications for the plow hydraulic system and wiring schematics covering the plow headlights. The awarded vendor shall install snowplows per the manufacturer’s instructions as supplied with bid. Bid price shall include all cost for installation and all vehicle modifications. The electronic controls for the plows and spreaders must be wired thru a “key on hot” ignition source provided by the truck manufacturer. An electronic connection added to the truck’s electrical system by the vendor is not acceptable.

Parts & Service

Manufacturer’s franchised authorized dealer must have parts and service facility within eight (8) hours of F.O.B. delivery location. The supplier of the front mounted snowplow is required to have a minimum of two (2) associates, who have completed certification training of the systems being provided, residing in the state of Tennessee. Each associate must have a minimum of four (4) years working experience in the snowplow equipment industry. They must also have completed certification training of the systems being provided to the state of Tennessee. The two associates will provide statewide training, and they shall also provide troubleshooting and warranty repairs for the snowplows and spreader system currently being bid.

Franchised dealer address information must be attached. This must be a full service franchised dealership which includes field representatives, manufacturer’s required specialized tools, fully equipped service trucks, factory trained technicians

Manuals

Manuals (printed or electronic) shall be provided with each unit and shall consist of complete electrical and hydraulic schematic drawings, replaceable parts list including brand names and part numbers of the snowplows and spreaders.

Literature Vendor shall provide engineer drawings and sketches to substantiate the plow meets all specifications in

14’ Front Mounted Snow Plow (Item ID: 1000114259) Acceptable brands/models: VCM Model MW30R14-TN EXT CURL, Craig Mfg. Model TT-0600-10 or Equal

General Full trip rolled formed moldboard with power reverse by use of hydraulic cylinders 35 degrees left and right. Plow bid shall be a standard proven model of manufacturer’s latest current production with additional features outlined in the following specifications. Unit shall be fully assembled and ready for installation.

Moldboard Shall be 14’ long and 30” high. Top edge shall have a full length integral snow shield. The front face of the moldboard is to be formed from a single sheet using 12 Ga. Strenx 100XF the top edge of the moldboard is to extend a minimum of 17.5” forward of the cutting edge mounting angle. The radius from the cutting edge mounting angle to the top edge of the moldboard is to be a minimum of 24” overall. Top corners of the moldboard shall be tapered at a 45 degree angle. The outer vertical ribs shall be the cap for the moldboard cut out.

The rubber snow deflector shall be constructed of heavy duty reinforced rubber 12’ long and 12” high and 3/8” thick. The deflector is to be bolted to the top moldboard reinforcing angle.

The moldboard front sheet shall be no less than 12 Ga Strenx 100XF material and must be roll formed.

Brake formed front sheet is not acceptable.

Moldboard shall have a 2” X 3” X 3/8” full length, one piece top angle.

Welding must be continuous to eliminate corrosion pockets.

Reinforcement shall be eight (8) ribs of 5/16” Strenx 100XF plate with 3” X 4” X 3/8” horizontal reinforcing angle full width of the moldboard. The horizontal brace angle shall be one piece design.

Segmented angles welded between the vertical ribs are not acceptable. The six (6) center ribs shall include 1-5/16” ID X 3/8” wall X 1-1/4” length tubular bushings to accept 1-1/4” diameter push frame mounting pins.

The plow moldboard shall have a double base angle. Lower moldboard reinforcing angle is to be welded to the blade rib braces and moldboard skin. Cutting edge mounting angle constructed from 4” X 4” X ¾” structural angle shall be bolted to the lower moldboard angle. This design will allow the cutting edge angle to be replaced if damaged and does not require replacement of the entire moldboard.

The moldboard shall be designed to allow the cutting edge (described below) to be perpendicular to the road surface when the moldboard adjustment is set in the center pitch position (15 degrees).

Plow markers shall be included with the package. Markers shall be 48” tall 3/4" diameter and must

Cutting Edge System Plow shall include one of the following cutting edge systems designed to fit a 14’ moldboard with AASHO punching:

Kuper GK-5 low noise and abrasion – resistant rubber – corundum plow cutting edge or a winter equipment Joma 6000 articulating blade system.

12” AASHO punch for blade sections.

Two (2) three foot sections and two (2) four foot long sections are required.

Cutting Edge Reinforcement The cutting edge mounting angle shall be reinforced using ½” thick gusset plates welded to the cutting edge angle the full length of the angle at 12” intervals.

Drive-Frame Truss member shall be made from 3-1/2” X 3-1/2” X 3/8” rolled angle.

A The main drive-frame member shall be made from 4” X 4” X 3/8” structural tube.

Two (2) additional pieces of 3-1/2” X 3-1/2” X 3/8” angle shall be welded perpendicular to the main drive angle connecting with the truss member tube to form a rigid structure. Six (6) hinge points shall be provided for pinning the moldboard to the drive-frame, spanning 137” (on center).

Hinge points shall be double lugs constructed from ½” plate. Six (6) 1-1/4” pins shall pin the moldboard to the drive-frame. A removable screw adjustable jack stand shall be included on the inside of the rolled angle in the center of this truss member. A storage bracket shall be included in order to pin the jack leg to the main drive member tube when the plow is attached to the vehicle and is in the plowing mode.

Reversible A-Frame Pivot frame shall be fabricated from two (2) pieces of extra heavy duty 4” ship and car channel welded to form a “V” The base or truck side of the A-frame shall have a 1” pivot plate welded continuously to the end of the A frame.

The center of the swivel plates shall be drilled to accept a 1-1/4” swivel bolt.

The A-frame shall be attached to a 4” X 4” X 3/8” tubular pivot beam with a 1-1/4” X 6-1/2” grade 8 bolt.

The front pivot point shall have a bushing and shall be drilled and tapped for grease fitting. Pivot bolt to be 1-1/4” grade 8.

Power reverse cylinders shall be a minimum of two (2) 3” X 10” heavy duty cylinders with induction hardened Nitrated rods.

Packing for these cylinders shall have minimum 3000 PSI operating pressure.

Ports for these cylinders shall have #8 S.A.E. male boss threads.

Hoses shall be 3/8” diameter conforming to SAE 100R17 ratings and shall include 3/8” pioneer series 4050-39 or compatible quick disconnect fittings. One reversing hose shall have a female quick disconnect the second hose shall have the male side of the fitting so that the hoses can be coupled together when the plow is removed from the vehicle.

Plow manufacturer shall inspect our new truck hitch frame and locate hydraulic fittings so that they will not be damage during operation.

Special note: The power reverse hoses must include a two port, slim body Multifaster connection with 3/8” body and 3/8” male O-ring face seal threads.

Trip Mechanism Moldboard trip shall be designed with three compression spring trip assemblies.

Compression springs shall be a minimum of 9/16” diameter spring size with a minimum free length of 14-1/2”.

Trip mechanism shall provide for three (3) spring tension adjustments providing a soft, medium and hard trip. Trip mechanism shall be set at medium trip upon delivery.

Push frame shall have three (3) compression trip arm mounting locations to provide the trip tension adjustments.

There shall be three (3) moldboard attachment positions to adjust the pitch of the moldboard to approximately 8 degrees, 15 degrees, or 22 degrees. Shall be set at 15 degrees upon delivery.

Tripping action of the plow shall allow for full rotation of the moldboard to the road surface (approximately 105 degrees) but be limited to 60 degrees rotation by the rubber bumpers and moldboard stops.

Lifting / Leveling Device The plow is to be lifted by means of a single lift chain. The lift chain shall be constructed from a minimum of 3/8” proof coiled system 70 material and is to be attached to the plow push frame with a mid-link on each side of the plow frame. The mid-links shall be of proper capacity to carry the weight of the plow and must exceed the pull test weight of the chain. The lift chain shall be attached to the hitch lift arm to lift and allow the plow to lower into plowing position. Both the chain and the mid-link tensile strength shall withstand the weight of the plow under bouncing conditions during travel on rough roads.

Plow lifting chain shall be capable of adjustment that permits the plow to be transported either full angled to the left or right side of the vehicle and remain level with the road surface. Plow leveling shall be accomplished by means of chains only; the addition of plates, slides, or rollers in order to level the plow is not acceptable.

NOTE: Cold shuts on any portion of the plow chain system shall not be acceptable.

Hitches / Swivel Pin swivel shall be constructed from 4” ship and car channel with drive bars for 1-1/4” pin and shall accept plows with pin centers from 30” to 30.5”.

Paint

All material shall be blasted to remove all mill scale, rust and contaminants.

Push frame parts shall be top coated black with polysiloxane direct to metal paint.

Moldboards shall be sand blasted and top coated with orange polysiloxane paint.

Finished Weight Plow shall be a minimum of 1,500 lbs. and a maximum of 2,100 lbs.

Installation The snowplow manufacturer is required to supply with each piece of equipment, a full set installation instruction detailing torque specifications for the mounting fasteners, hydraulic oil specifications for the plow hydraulic system and wiring schematics covering the plow headlights.

The awarded vendor shall install snowplows per the manufacturer’s instructions as supplied with bid. Bid price shall include all cost for installation and all vehicle modifications. The electronic controls for the plows and spreaders must be wired thru a “key on hot” ignition source provided by the truck manufacturer. An electronic connection added to the truck’s electrical system by the vendor is not acceptable.

Parts & Service

Manufacturer’s franchised authorized dealer must have parts and service facility within eight (8) hours of F.O.B. delivery location. The supplier of the front mounted snowplow is required to have a minimum of two (2) associates, who have completed certification training of the systems being provided, residing in the state of Tennessee. Each associate must have a minimum of four (4) years working experience in the snowplow equipment industry. They must also have completed certification training of the systems being provided to the state of Tennessee. The two associates will provide statewide training, and they shall also provide troubleshooting and warranty repairs for the snowplows and spreader system currently being bid.

Franchised dealer address information must be attached. This must be a full service franchised dealership which includes field representatives, manufacturer’s required specialized tools, fully equipped service trucks, factory trained technicians

Manuals

Manuals (printed or electronic) shall be provided with each unit and shall consist of complete electrical and hydraulic schematic drawings, replaceable parts list including brand names and part numbers of the snowplows and spreaders.

Literature Vendor shall provide engineer drawings and sketches to substantiate the plow meets all specifications in

PLOW SPECIFICATIONS

Rev.12/21

8’ Front Mounted Snow Plow (Item ID 1000176369) Acceptable Brands/Models: Boss Super Duty Straight Blade, Western Pro Plus or Equal

Moldboard

The blade shall be 8’ wide and is a full moldboard trip blade design.

Blade moldboard shall be constructed from a minimum 11 gauge steel and includes standard cast iron wear shoes.

Cutting edge shall be Kuper GK-5 rubber edge with ceramic inserts or Joma 6000 Blade shall be 29” high with 7 vertical and 2 diagonal ribs. Blade measures 83” wide when angled at 30° and 96” when in the straight position.

Blade shall have a heavy duty push frame and quadrant which 1½” X 10” hydraulic angle rams attach directly to.

The quadrant shall have built in angle ram stops. Blade shall include 4 fully adjustable trip springs and a shock absorber.

The blade and all attached parts shall have a baked-on powder coat finish with a zinc primer undercoating.

Note: Stainless steel or poly moldboard is not acceptable

Plow Attaching System

The plow shall have a hydraulically assisted attaching mechanism with an electrical toggle switch mounted on the headgear.

The connecting pin spring levers can be properly positioned and shall engage automatically when toggle switch is energized, and headgear is raised by use of the hydraulic lift cylinder and hydraulic power unit.

The system shall also have a direct mounted 2” x 1⅛” x 10” lift ram with no lift chain or linkage or a two chain lift system.

The truck mounted push assembly shall be height adjustable to be properly adjusted to various vehicle ride heights.

Headlamp System

The plow headlamps shall have high and low beam capability. Halogen or L.E.D. bulbs are acceptable.

Front lenses with a built-in defrosting system to eliminate snow and ice build-up are required if bidding an L.E.D. bulb. System shall include cab mounted toggle switch to energize plow lights when plow is attached. Headlamp mounting mechanism shall include wraparound type hold down mount and tab style adjustment locking mechanism.

Lights meet SAE and FMVSS 108 specifications.

Electrical / Control System

Electrical system shall have two connectors at the vehicle grille.

Control harness shall have complete compatibility to operate either straight plows or Vee plows with no modifications to harness.

Electrical power for plow shall come directly from vehicle battery and shall have no effect on other vehicle systems.

Plow control options shall include a push button type handheld control or a joystick type control.

Handheld control shall have options that include the control being mounted to dash or the handle being removed for operators’ preference.

Hydraulic System

The complete hydraulic system shall be contained inside an enclosure protecting it from corrosive elements and hydraulic freeze-up.

The two part system shall consist of an electric hydraulic power unit operating at 2500PSI and a separate electrically activated hydraulic valve block.

The atmospheric breather for the system shall be enclosed from the elements to avoid water ingression each time the system is activated.

All plow angling hydraulic cylinders shall have nitride coated rods to resist corrosion. Fluid level can be checked without tools.

Installation

The snow plow manufacturer is required to supply with each piece of equipment, a full set installation instruction detailing torque specifications for the mounting fasteners, hydraulic oil specifications for the plow hydraulic system and wiring schematics covering the plow headlights. The awarded vendor shall install snow plows per the manufacturer’s instructions as supplied with bid. Bid price shall include all cost for installation and all vehicle modifications. The electronic controls for the plows must be wired thru a “key on hot” ignition source provided by the truck manufacturer. An electronic connection added to the truck’s electrical system by the vendor is not acceptable.

Parts & Service

Manufacturer’s franchised authorized dealer must have parts and service facility within eight (8) hours of F.O.B. delivery location. The supplier of the front mounted snow plows is required to have a minimum of two (2) associates, who have completed certification training of the systems being provided, residing in the state of Tennessee. Each associate must have a minimum of four (4) years working experience in the snow plow equipment industry. They must also have completed certification training of the systems being provided to the state of Tennessee. The two associates will provide statewide training, and they shall also provide troubleshooting and warranty repairs for the snow plows currently being bid. Franchised dealer address information must be attached to ITB and is a requirement for award. This must be a full service franchised dealership which includes; field representatives, manufacturer’s required specialized tools, fully equipped service trucks, factory trained technicians.

Manuals

Manuals (printed or electronic) shall be provided with each unit and shall consist of complete electrical and hydraulic schematic drawings, replaceable parts list including brand names and part numbers of the snow plows and spreaders.

9’ Front Mounted Snow Plow (Item ID 1000176370) Acceptable Brands/Models: Boss Super Duty Straight Blade, Western Pro Plus or Equal

Moldboard

The blade shall be 9’ wide and is a full moldboard trip blade design.

Blade moldboard shall be constructed from 11 gauge steel and includes standard cast iron wear shoes.

Cutting edge shall be Kuper GK-5 rubber edge with ceramic inserts or Joma 6000 Blade shall be 29” high with 7 vertical and 2 diagonal ribs. Blade measures 93 1/2” wide when angled at 30° and 96” when in the straight position.

Blade shall have a heavy duty push frame and quadrant which 1½” X 10” hydraulic angle rams attach directly to.

The quadrant shall have built in angle ram stops. Blade shall include 4 fully adjustable trip springs and a shock absorber.

The blade and all attached parts shall have a baked-on powder coat finish with a zinc primer undercoating.

Note: Stainless steel or poly moldboard is not acceptable

Plow Attaching System

The plow shall have a hydraulically assisted attaching mechanism with an electrical toggle switch mounted on the headgear.

The connecting pin spring levers can be properly positioned and shall engage automatically when toggle switch is energized, and headgear is raised by use of the hydraulic lift cylinder and hydraulic power unit.

The system shall also have a direct mounted 2” x 1⅛” x 10” lift ram with no lift chain or linkage or a two chain lift system.

The truck mounted push assembly shall be height adjustable to be properly adjusted to various vehicle ride heights.

Headlamp System

The plow headlamps shall have high and low beam capability. Halogen of L.E.D bulbs are acceptable.

Front lenses with a built-in defrosting system to eliminate snow and ice build-up are required if bidding and L.E.D. bulb. System shall include cab mounted toggle switch to energize plow lights when plow is attached. Headlamp mounting mechanism shall include wraparound type hold down mount and tab style adjustment locking mechanism.

Lights meet SAE and FMVSS 108 specifications.

Electrical / Control System

Electrical system shall have two connectors at the vehicle grille.

Control harness shall have complete compatibility to operate either straight plows or Vee plows with no modifications to harness.

Electrical power for plow shall come directly from vehicle battery and shall have no effect on other vehicle systems.

Plow control options shall include a push button type handheld control or a joystick type control.

Handheld control shall have options that include the control being mounted to dash or the handle being removed for operators’ preference.

Hydraulic System

The complete hydraulic system shall be contained inside an enclosure protecting it from corrosive elements and hydraulic freeze-up.

The two part system shall consist of an electric hydraulic power unit operating at 2500PSI and a separate electrically activated hydraulic valve block.

The atmospheric breather for the system shall be enclosed from the elements to avoid water ingression each time the system is activated.

All plow angling hydraulic cylinders shall have nitride coated rods to resist corrosion. Fluid level can be checked without tools.

Installation

The snow plow manufacturer is required to supply with each piece of equipment, a full set installation instruction detailing torque specifications for the mounting fasteners, hydraulic oil specifications for the plow hydraulic system and wiring schematics covering the plow headlights. The awarded vendor shall install snow plows per the manufacturer’s instructions as supplied with bid. Bid price shall include all cost for installation and all vehicle modifications. The electronic controls for the plows must be wired thru a “key on hot” ignition source provided by the truck manufacturer. An electronic connection added to the truck’s electrical system by the vendor is not acceptable.

Parts & Service

Manufacturer’s franchised authorized dealer must have parts and service facility within eight (8) hours of F.O.B. delivery location. The supplier of the front mounted snow plows is required to have a minimum of two (2) associates, who have completed certification training of the systems being provided, residing in the state of Tennessee. Each associate must have a minimum of four (4) years working experience in the snow plow equipment industry. They must also have completed certification training of the systems being provided to the state of Tennessee. The two associates will provide statewide training, and they shall also provide troubleshooting and warranty repairs for the snow plows currently being bid. Franchised dealer address information must be attached to ITB and is a requirement for award. This must be a full service franchised dealership which includes; field representatives, manufacturer’s required specialized tools, fully equipped service trucks, factory trained technicians.

Manuals

Manuals (printed or electronic) shall be provided with each unit and shall consist of complete electrical and hydraulic schematic drawings, replaceable parts list including brand names and part numbers of the snow plows and spreaders.

Acceptable Brands/Models: Boss Super Duty Straight Blade, Western Pro Plus or Equal

SNOWPLOW BLADE SPECIFICATIONS

Front Snowplow Blades, Carbide Inserts 3 Ft. (Item Id: 1000200495) And 4 Ft. (Item ID: 1000200496) Lengths, 7/8” X 6” Acceptable Brands: Chemung, Valk, or equal

1. Blade:

1.1 The Blade shall be Flat, Hot Rolled Finished Steel SAE 1020

1.2 Holes shall be 11/16" Square Counter-Sunk to Receive 5/8" Diameter No. 3 Head Plow Bolt, to be standard highway punch

1.3 The groove for the carbide inserts shall be milled in the center of the blade edge

1.4 Center of Holes shall be in line within 1/32" of Established Centerline

2. Tungsten Carbide Inserts:

2.1 The Inserts shall be Virgin Tungsten Carbide with 10 1/2 to 12 Percent Cobalt Content

Density: 14.1 Minimum to 14.6 Maximum Hardness: 87.8 Minimum to 88.6 Maximum Rockwell Ra. "A" Scales: Transverse Rupture Strength (P.S.I.) 350,000 Min. (Certification Required)

2.2 The Inserts shall be of the following dimensions:

Height: .635" +/- .005 (Long Side) Width: .365" +/- .010 Length: 1" Nominal Bottom Angle: 25 Degrees with a Nose Radius of 1/16" Minimum

3. Brazing

3.1 The Braze shall have a shear strength no less than 30,000 P.S.I.

3.2 The tungsten carbide inserts shall be positioned in the milled grove at .010 inch between the inserts for the entire length of each cutting section.

3.3 The Inserts shall be induction brazed on all sides consistent with sound particles with no evidence of voids or use of shims.

3.4 Each blade section to contain one insert one inch nominal length for each inch of blade section length. (reference 2.2)

4. Specific Requirements:

4.1 The Difference Between the Highest and Lowest Tip Point not to exceed 1/32" on any given

Blade Assembly

4.2 The Finished Blade Section shall be free of Warpage and Longitudinal Deviation not to exceed

1/8" in a Four-Foot Blade Section

Front Snowplow Blades, Rubber 3’ Section (Item ID:1000200497) Low –noise and abrasion-resistant rubber blade.

Dimensions: 3 foot long, minimum .75” thick, minimum 7” high Acceptable Brands/Models: Kuper GK5, Joma 6000, or equal

1. Wear resistant rubber body with ceramic inlays or tungsten carbide inserts

2. Standard Highway punching pattern with holes for 5/8” plow bolts.

3. Mounting hardware for cutting edge system must include cover blade, backer blade, individual carbide or ceramic sections and all necessary mounting bolts and hardware if required.

Front Snowplow Blades, Rubber 4’ Section (Item ID:1000200498) Low –noise and abrasion-resistant rubber blade.

Dimensions: 4 foot long, minimum .75” thick, minimum 7” high Acceptable Brands/Models: Kuper GK5, Joma 6000, or equal

1. Wear resistant rubber body with ceramic inlays or tungsten carbide inserts.

2. Standard Highway punching pattern with holes for 5/8” plow bolts

3. Mounting hardware for cutting edge system must include cover blade, backer blade, individual carbide or ceramic sections and all necessary mounting bolts and hardware, if required.

Grader Blades, Type "B", Thru Hardened, 6 Ft. (Item Id: 1000114250) and 7 Ft. (Item Id: 1000176361) X 8 Inch X 5/8 Inch This type "B" cutting edge shall be manufactured to standards and quality to withstand severe impact loads imposed in normal highway construction and ditching on motor grades through 175 H.P. range without undue breakage or chipping. The cutting edge shall be thru-hardened and shall have a Brinell Hardness Range of 400 - 512.

Acceptable Brands: Chemung, Valk, or equal

1. Fabrication:

1.1 Blades shall be fabricated to comply with dimensions; hole punching to be standard highway punched.

1.2 Holes shall be squared and countersunk to accept a #3 head plow bolt. The minimum average weight of a 6 ft. X 8-inch x 5/8-inch blade shall be 91 lbs. And in no case shall any individual blade be more than two (2) pounds below this average.

1.3 Bids shall be accompanied by a certified Mill Test Report showing numerical values for chemical and physical analysis and meeting the requirements of the specifications.

Grader Blades, Carbide Tipped, Beveled Top Edge, 3 Foot (Item Id:1000200491) and 4 Foot X 7/8” X 5” (Item Id: 1000200492)

Acceptable Brands: Chemung, Valk, or equal

1. Blade:

1.1 The Blade shall be Flat, Hot Rolled Finished Steel SAE 1020

1.2 The Blade shall be beveled on top to allow for mounting to grader.

1.3 Holes Shall be 11/16" Square Counter-Sunk to Receive 5/8" Diameter No. 3 Head Plow Bolt. Standard

Highway punch

1.4 The groove for the carbide inserts shall be milled in the center of the blade edge.

1.5 Center of holes shall be in line within 1/32" of established centerline.

2. Tungsten Carbide Inserts:

2.1 The inserts shall be virgin tungsten carbide with 10 1/2 to 12 percent cobalt content.

Density: 14.1 Minimum To 14.6 Maximum Hardness: 87.8 Minimum To 88.6 Maximum Rockwell Ra. "A" Scales: Transverse Rupture Strength (P.S.I.) 350,000 Min. (Certification Required)

2.2 The inserts shall be of the following dimensions:

Height: . 635" +/- .005 (Long Side) Width: .365" +/- .010 Length: 1" Nominal Bottom Angle: 25 Degrees with a nose radius Of 1/16" minimum

2.3 Brazing the Braze shall have a Shear Strength no less than 30,000 P.S.I.

2.4 The Tungsten Carbide Inserts shall be positioned in the milled grove at .010 inch between the inserts for the entire length of each cutting section.

2.5 The Inserts shall be induction brazed on all sides consistent with sound particles with no evidence of voids or use of shims.

2.6 Each blade section to contain one insert one inch nominal length for each inch of blade section length.

(Reference 2.2)

3. Specific requirements:

3.1 The difference between the highest and lowest tip point not to exceed 1/32" on any given blade assembly.

3.2 The finished blade section shall be free of warpage and longitudinal deviation not to exceed 1/8" in a four-foot blade section.

Underbody Scraper Blades, Carbide Inserts, 3 Ft. (Item Id: 1000200493) and 4 Ft. (Item Id:

1000200494) Lengths, 7/8” X 5”

Acceptable Brands: Chemung, Valk, or equal

1. Blade:

1.1 The blade shall be fabricated from flat hot-rolled finished steel meeting or exceeding 1040 type steel specifications.

1.2 Holes shall be 11/16" square counter-sunk to receive 5/8" Diameter No. 3 head plow bolt. Hole punching to be standard highway punched

1.3 The groove for the carbide inserts shall be milled in the center of the blade edge.

1.4 Center of holes shall be in line within 1/32" of established centerline and 1/16” of established vertical center line.

2. Tungsten Carbide Inserts:

2.1 The Inserts Shall be High Shock Tungsten Carbide With 11 To 12 .5 Percent Cobalt Content.

Density: 14.1 Minimum To 14.6 Maximum Hardness: 87.0 Minimum To 89.0 Maximum Rockwell "A" Scales Transverse Rupture Strength (P.S.I.) 350,000 Min. (Certification Required)

2.2 The Inserts shall be of the following dimensions:

Height: .635" +/- .005 (Long Side) Width: .365" +/- .010 Length: 1" Nominal Bottom Angle: 25 Degrees with A Nose Radius Of 1/16" Minimum

3. Brazing

3.1 The Inserts shall be brazed reverse angled securely in place along the entire length of the blade using an alloy type braze material and an induction brazing process.

3.2 The Tungsten Carbide Inserts shall be positioned in the milled grove at .010 inch between the inserts for the entire length of each cutting section.

3.3 The Inserts shall be brazed on all sides consistent with sound particles with no evidence of voids or use of shims.

3.4 Each Blade Section to contain one insert, one inch nominal length for each inch of blade section length (Reference 2.2)

4. Specific Requirements:

4.1 The difference between the highest and lowest tip point not to exceed 1/32" on any given blade assembly.

4.2 The finished blade section shall be free of warpage and longitudinal deviation not to exceed 1/8" in a four-foot blade section.

4.3 The finished blade sections shall have marking showing the front edge of the blade to avoid improper mounting.

Underbody Scraper Blades with Ceramic Insert, 3’ (Item ID 1000176374) and 4’ (Item ID 1000176375) Acceptable brands: Kuper Kombi, Joma, or equal.

1. Description: This specification covers snowplow blades for underbody plows with ceramic inserts free floating in vulcanized rubber with the configuration of STEEL-RUBBER-CERAMIC-RUBBER-STEEL.

2. Materials

2.1 Front Steel Plate:

Wear-resistant steel with an average hardness of 400HB Plate thickness of 8mm Hardness: 400HB (43 Rockwell C, 114 Rockwell B) Tensile Strength: U.T.S. = 1300 MPa Yield Point: Y.P. = 1000 MPa Tolerances according to specification of DILLIDUR 400V

2.2 Back Steel Plate:

Wear resistant steel with an average hardness of 400HB Plate thickness of 6mm Hardness: 400HB (43 Rockwell C, 114 Rockwell B) Tensile Strength: U.T.S. = 1300 MPa Yield Point: Y.P. = 1000 MPa Tolerances according to specification of DILLIDUR 400V

2.3 Rubber:

The blade shall have a wear resistant rubber body,…