ATTACHMENT C SPECIFICATIONS.pdf

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

AMD SPECIFICATION NUMBER 451-SPHR-12TH-5020/100

Version: Original DATE: 7-31-2024 Amended (172-8811) PAGE 1 OF 5

Snowplow-12 Foot Reversible for Tilt Hood Truck

Snowplow (Plow), 12 foot reversible, edge trip, with low profile pin and loop quick hitch, new and of current model, equipped as advertised by manufacturer, to meet or exceed the following MINIMUM specifications:

Snowplow Proposed:

Make: ____________________________________ Model: _____________________________________

Non-Restrictive Clause: Any use of brand name or equal within this specification is to be considered a reference for the purpose of describing the standard of quality, performance, and characteristics desired. It is not intended to limit or restrict competition.

The vendor must respond to each of the following statements. Specifications listed are minimum requirements that must be met for a vendor to qualify for an award. A “YES” response means the vendor guarantees that they meet this requirement. A “NO” response means the vendor cannot meet the requirement and will not be considered. The vendor must supply printed literature that shows compliance with each requirement of the Equipment Specifications and, if on inspection, an item is found not to comply, the bid will be rejected.

Descriptive literature shall be included with the bid package to substantiate compliance with EACH item specified.

SPECIFICATIONS

General: Designed for quick & easy installation on the front of a 66,000 GVWR tandem axle dump trucks with tilt-forward hoods and 12 inches of front frame rail extensions.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Cutting Width: The plow shall have the ability to cut a path that is 12 feet in width with the side-to-side rotation centered at 0 degrees, and it shall cut a path 9 feet and 10 inches wide with the plow angled at 35 degrees to either side, left or right.

Cutting Width at 0 degrees (feet and inches): ________________________________________________________

Cutting Width at 35 degrees (feet and inches): _______________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Moldboard: Straight type, J-style moldboard with a height of 40 inches and width of 12 feet. The moldboard shall be constructed from 10-gauge material or greater. There shall be two (2) cutting edges, each having a 6-foot width and a 6-inch height with a thickness of 5/8 of an inch. The moldboard and cutting edges shall include the standard AASHTO punched hole design.

Moldboard Type (straight/other): __________________________________________________________________

Moldboard curve profile (j-style, other): _____________________________________________________________

Moldboard Height (inches): ______________________________________________________________________

Moldboard Width (feet and inches): _______________________________________________________________

Moldboard Material Thickness (gauge): ____________________________________________________________

Cutting Edges included (No. per each): ____________________________________________________________

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Cutting Edge Height (inches): ____________________________________________________________________

Cutting Edge Width (feet and inches): ______________________________________________________________

Cutting Edge Thickness (inches): _________________________________________________________________

Hole Punch Design (AASHTO/other): ______________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Cutting Height Adjustment: Standard, screw-style, plow height adjustment with mushroom shoe assembly.

Height Adjustment Type (screw/other): _____________________________________________________________

Mushroom Shoe (type): _________________________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Trip Mechanism: Edge-type trip mechanism designed with horizontally mounted, adjustable, steel, torsion springs.

Full type trip mechanism is not acceptable.

Spring Type (torsion/other): ______________________________________________________________________

Spring Orientation (vertical/horizontal): _____________________________________________________________

Spring Adjustability (yes/no): _____________________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Push Frame: “A”-type design.

Proposed Push Frame (Make and Model): __________________________________________________________

Proposed Push Frame (Type): ___________________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Hitch: low profile, pin-and loop style, pin-on, quick-coupler hitch design for "A"-type push frame.

Proposed Hitch (Make and Model): ________________________________________________________________

Proposed Hitch (Type): _________________________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Hydraulic Power Unit: To be equipped with a 12-volt, electro-hydraulic system for raising, lowering, and reversing plow, designed for mounting outside of cab on plow frame with remote control. The system shall be equipped with all needed hydraulic pumps, cylinders, hoses, controls, and fittings necessary for operating the plow. Control valve and pump shall be 3-way/4-way for single-acting and double-acting cylinders with a built-in relief valve and a power reverse kit.

Hydraulic Power Unit (make/model): _______________________________________________________________

Remote included (yes/no): __________________________________________________________________

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Power Reverse Kit included (yes/no): ______________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Weight: 2000-pounds including push frame and power unit.

Weight (pounds): ______________________________________________________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Paint: Manufacturer’s standard color, Moldboard, push frame assembly and hitch components to be powder coated black.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Service: Shall be delivered fully assembled and ready to operate. Factory-trained dealer representative is to inspect unit upon delivery and provide receiving MDOT equipment manager with information on operational, service, and maintenance requirements.

Bidder shall maintain a representative inventory of replacement parts and service facilities as well as all necessary diagnostic tools/equipment/software and software licenses needed for diagnosis, repair, service, and maintenance.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

Warranty: Clearly stated terms and conditions of all manufacturer warranties shall be included with the bid package.

All materials, specialty equipment, or accessories that prove defective in normal operation within the warranty period shall be replaced or repaired by the manufacturer free of any and all cost to MDOT, including all material, labor, and transportation costs. Warranty replacement and/or repairs shall be furnished promptly by the successful bidder within a time not to exceed thirty (30) calendar days. The bidder shall provide written assurance with the bid package regarding warranty repairs.

The delivering dealer will have sole warranty responsibility (all components) for the first ninety (90) calendar days after acceptance of equipment.

The manufacturer shall provide, with the bid package, a list of warranty service locations within the State of Mississippi for all components of the Plow which may need warranty repair beyond the first ninety (90) calendar days.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

Workmanship: Workmanship throughout shall conform to the highest standard of commercially accepted practice for the class of work and shall result in a neat and finished appearance. The design which the manufacturer proposes must be of substantial and durable construction in all respects.

All parts shall be new. Used, reconditioned, or obsolete parts will not be accepted.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

Parts Availability: Dealer name and contact information located closest to the point of delivery:

Dealer Name: _________________________________________________________________________

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Telephone: ___________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: _______________________________________________________________________

City, State, ZIP: _______________________________________________________________________

Tests and Testing: The complete unit and all working and moving parts and operating devices shall be thoroughly tested and put in operating condition by the manufacturer.

Prior to acceptance by MDOT, the manufacturer shall service and adjust the unit for operation.

Literature:

Technical manuals: Operator’s manual, service/maintenance manual, and parts book are to be made available in both hard copy and electronic (PDF file format on USB flash drive) versions. One set of technical manuals shall be provided with each unit upon delivery. Additional manuals may be ordered later.

Technical service bulletins: Successful bidder shall provide TSBs (technical service bulletins) for all equipment delivered to MDOT as they are published, regardless of the date of delivery. TSBs may be furnished in paper or electronic format and shall be updated regularly.

The following additional information shall be provided by the vendor at time of delivery (electronically if possible):

• Manufacturer’s recommended service/preventive maintenance intervals

• Recommended fluids, lubricants, and their SAE equivalents

Two (2) copies of descriptive literature shall be furnished to substantiate the details specified in bid.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

Certification: The manufacturer(s) shall furnish certification that this machine meets or surpasses current U.S.

Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations, U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), and any other applicable Federal regulations.

Vehicle Title or Certificate of Origin:

Assignment: State of Mississippi/DFA – 941

Mailing address: Mississippi Department of Transportation, 9301 P.O. Box 1850 Jackson, MS 39215

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Lienholder: Upon award, if MDOT issues a Notice to Proceed instead of a Purchase Order, the Plow is being purchased through the State’s Master Lease Purchase Program, and the following shall be shown as the 1st Lienholder on the Title Application:

U.S. Bank National Association Attention: Jacqueline McNeil 6810 Crumpler Blvd., Suite 200 Olive Branch, MS 38654

Lienholder Number: 90018867500