B-JPMC HD Mowers Exhibit E Line 5 Two section 10 Ft HD Offset Bat wing 3.23.23.docx

EXHIBIT E

State of Illinois JPMC HD Mowers Line 5

Specifications for a 10’ Industrial Grade Heavy Duty, Tow-Type, Two Section, Offset Rotary Mower The following specifications describe the minimum requirements for a 10’-0”, tow type, offset rotary mower attachment. The equipment bid shall be new, of current design and manufacture, and a production model. Any additions, deletions, or variations from the following specifications must be noted, or the bid will be rejected. Any standard items appearing in the manufacturer's regular published specifications furnished by the bidder shall be included in the bid unless otherwise noted.

The machines described herein are being purchased for use with existing IDOT tractors. Current IDOT tractors are John Deere 5/6 series and Kubota M5/M6 PTO HP 75/85/94/114 tractors. It is the bidder’s responsibility to take into consideration the basic standard components (tire size, 3-point lower link lengths, PTO locations, etc.) of these tractors to ensure correct configuration for the mower to attach properly. Bids shall have necessary components included to assuredly attach to and operate regular production tractors of the two manufacturers. This includes PTO drive shaft lengths and lift points for adequate ground and tire clearance. Bidders will not be required to change specified equipment such as: Cat I in lieu of Cat II hitches.

Each bidder shall submit with their bid 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.

It is the responsibility of each bidder to complete and return this 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:

Note: If the equipment proposed exceeds the minimums called for in the specification, please do not mark NO. Mark YES

General:

The mower specified below will be subject to severe and extreme roadside mowing conditions. Light duty commercial or Agricultural mowers will not be considered. All mowers shall be regular production equipment for which published specifications are available. Mower modification to meet the operational and capacity requirements of this specification shall be limited to standard or optional equipment as regularly installed by the manufacturer. All operating specifications are based on SAE or ASAE standards which shall be the basis for determining compliance with specified requirements.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Tractor Compatibility:

Mower shall be designed for recommended operation with tractors of 75 to 150 horsepower.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Width of Cut:

10’-0” minimum, 11’-0” maximum with a section overlap of 6” minimum.

Hitch:

The mower shall have a hitch that bolts to the tractor drawbar providing precise pivot points for turn, tilt, and allow for full rotation of cutter without affecting the stability of the tractor. Mowers are subject to reverse motion mowing to avoid obstacles. The hitch shall be similar or equal to an industry standard “Precision Hitch”. All hitch components shall be equipped with grease zerks where needed or easily greased and maintained without special tools.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A hydraulic or manual screw adjustable jack stand for the tongue of cutter shall be included.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Deck Sections:

The mower shall consist of two sections: A center section with a right hinged wing section, having an operating range minimum of 80o up stowed to 22o approximately down from the center section. The center section shall feature a left side weight to counterbalance the right-wing section during operation.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Deck:

All mower decks shall be constructed of a minimum 7-gauge Abrasion Resistant Carbon Steel. The deck shall be reinforced including 100% continuous welded seams with a unit weight of up to ±5,700 lbs. The reinforcement shall be positioned to provide maximum strength but allow thorough cleaning and efficient drainage. The deck shall be designed to prevent buildup of debris and prevent rusting on top surfaces. The deck shall include a deck protection ring to prevent blade to deck contact. All grease zerks shall be easily accessible for ease of maintenance. Dual deck systems that provide a 7-gauge bottom deck are also acceptable.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A centered hose support(s) shall be installed to provide protection for the hoses across mower deck leading to tractor.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

Driveline Support:

Serves as a support for the front driveline when the mower is not hooked to the tractor. The adjustable support of the device shall also assist the operator in the reconnecting the driveline to the PTO shaft.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Side Skirts:

The mower side skirts shall be no less than 1/4” thick steel.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Skid Shoes:

The outside skirts of each wing unit shall be equipped with replaceable, heavy duty full-length skid shoes. They shall be approachable leading-edge design to reduce sod damage. Short "nose end" skid shoes will not be accepted.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Cutting Height:

In addition to the hydraulic adjustable height control an adjustable stop system shall be included to provide a fixed cutting height above level ground of 4”-6”.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Cutting Capacity:

The unit shall have a minimum cutting capacity of 5” material thickness.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Gearboxes:

The mower shall be equipped with a 2-way power divider and two right-angle heavy-duty gearboxes or a combination power divider/gearbox and one heavy duty wing gearbox. Sight glass or dipstick for oil level if available.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No All gearboxes, splitter, or spindle shall be covered by a 5-year full coverage warranty from the date of acceptance.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The gearbox ratios shall be designed for 540 RPM or 1000 RPM input speed and shall produce a blade tip speed of approximately14,000 to 16,500 fpm.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The main gearbox or the diverter gearbox shall be rated for continuous operation at 250 H.P. The wing and/or gear boxes powered by a power splitter shall be rated for continuous operation at 225 H.P.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Power Divider or Main Gearbox Ratings must be at a minimum:

Center Gearbox Ratings must be at a minimum: (only if used with power divider)

Wing Gearbox Ratings must be at a minimum:

Complies to all the above specs regarding gearbox ratios.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Gearbox blade output shafts shall be at a minimum, 3” diameter and have seal protectors to protect against wire, twine and debris from damaging seals.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Driveline:

The main driveline shall be a constant velocity type rated Cat 6 CV with slip clutch. The wing drivelines Cat 5 with slip clutch to the wing.

All power shafts shall have splined split clamp type connections or equal.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Each section and gearbox shall be protected from overload by an adjustable slip clutch.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A standard 540 RPM at a minimum.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Wing drive shafts shall be a quick-disconnect design.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Blade Holders:

The blade holders shall be the heavy duty forged “crossbar” style with integrated stump-jumper.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The blades shall be held in the crossbar, using a field serviceable, reusable/replaceable blade pin or bolt, bushing, and nut assembly. They shall not require specialty tools to service.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Blades:

Minimum 4” wide and ½” thick. Blade design shall maximize cut capacity.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Two complete extra sets of blades with additional hardware shall be included at time of delivery.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Wheel Assemblies:

A minimum of four (4) wheels on the center section and two (2) wheels on the wing section (a total of 6) shall be provided with tweel, aircraft or foam filled severe-duty type tires. Used aircraft tires are acceptable.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No

The wheels on wing section shall have drain holes to prevent standing water while stored in upright positions.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Axle and Hub Assemblies:

The center and wing deck section shall be equipped with tandem walking axles or parallel pivot axles, spring or cushioned with shock absorbers to provide the best control of cutting height and prevent “scalping” over uneven terrain.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The hub spindles shall be replaceable without replacing entire axle assembly.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The wheel hubs shall be a heavy duty five (5) bolt design for durability and include a grease zerk for routine maintenance.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Hydraulic Lift:

The complete mower shall be raised to transport position and lowered to working position hydraulically. Minimum 3” diameter hydraulic cylinders are required.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Mower lift shall be by double-acting cylinders with segmented cylinder stops to provide a range of height adjustments of 4” and up. The system shall provide level lifting across the width of the mower.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The wing section shall be raised to and lowered from transport position, using independent, double-acting cylinders. The wing section shall be able to float independent of the center section while maintaining an even cut. Cylinder mounting weldments shall be reinforced at the deck surface to prevent metal fatigue and cracking. Mechanical turn buckles shall not be required.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No A positive mechanical transport locking system shall be included separate of the hydraulic cylinders. This system shall allow for servicing of the hydraulic cylinder(s) on wing section when locked in place.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Hoses for all cylinders shall be included.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Deck Shielding:

In addition to standard side skirts, the mower shall include double row 5/16” chain curtain shielding on the front and double row 5/16” chain curtain on the rear of deck.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No All chain shielding shall extend at least one link below the level of the blades.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No The chains shall not contact the blades when in any operating mode.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Lighting:

The mower shall include LED transport lighting allowing operation of Amber warning or Red directional signals. Lights shall be visible from 500ft in full sun.

Complies: |_| Yes |_| No Finish:

All surfaces shall be either powder coated or painted manufacturers standard colors. Painted surfaces shall be chemically etched, primed and painted two coats of the manufacturer’s standard color.

Common attachments that might be purchased under factory modification:

Offset tow arm Herbicide application system

Manuals:

One copy of all operators’ manuals, service manuals, and warranty information shall be provided with each machine at time of delivery. In addition, three extra copies, in hard-bound notebooks, shall be provided to each delivery destination. Books, manuals, etc., must clearly and specifically address the machines provided.

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

Bid Response:

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

a) This Specification Sheet

b) Descriptive Literature

Questionnaire for an Industrial Grade Heavy Duty, Tow-Type, Two Section, Offset Rotary Mower