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MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

AMD SPECIFICATION NUMBER 164-M25-SA-250HP-3020/105

DATE: 08-22-2024 Amended (003-943) PAGE 1 OF 5

Motor Grader - Articulated Frame

Motor Grader (Grader), articulated frame steering, new and of current model, equipped as advertised by manufacturer, to meet or exceed the following MINIMUM specifications.

Proposed Motor Grader: 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 bidder to qualify for an award. A “YES” response means the bidder guarantees that they meet or exceed the requirement. A “NO” response means the bidder cannot meet the requirement and will not be considered. The bidder must supply printed literature that shows compliance with each requirement of the Specifications and, if on inspection, an item is found not to comply, the Grader will be rejected.

Descriptive literature shall be furnished to substantiate the details specified throughout this bid.

SPECIFICATIONS

General: Six (6) wheels, four-wheel tandem drive, articulated frame

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Size: 45,000-pound SAE operating weight without scarifier or wheel weights

Operating Weight (pounds): _________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Engine: 250 SAE net horsepower, Water cooled diesel, complete with all standard equipment, oil and fuel filters, heavy duty air cleaner with restriction indicator, pre-cleaner, and electric start. It shall meet the current EPA requirements.

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Displacement (liters): ____________________________ Power (horsepower): _____________________________

Torque (pound feet): ______________________ Engine Design (inline 6, V8, etc.): _________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Transmission: Full power shift having, at least eight (8) forward, and three (3) reverse speeds. No operator clutching required for gear changes

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Type (automatic/manual): ___________________ Forward Speeds: ____________ Reverse Speeds: ___________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Differential: To be equipped with lock-unlock, no-spin, or torque proportioning type

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Type: _____________________

Comply Yes/No: ______________________

AMD SPECIFICATION NUMBER 164-M25-

PSA-250HP-3020/105

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Brakes: Power actuated, sealed, self-adjusting wet-disc service brakes, effective on four (4) tandem wheels. Independent, mechanical type parking brake.

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Type (air/hydraulic/etc.): ___________________ Style (disc/drum/etc.): ____________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Steering: Full hydraulic front axle steering, with hydraulic articulated frame steering in the rear tandem axles. Must include both joystick and steering wheel steering controls.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Front Axle: Oscillating axle, left and right hydraulic power wheel lean operated from cab.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Wheels: Six (6) 14-inch interchangeable rims sized to meet machine needs.

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Size: ___________________________________

Tires: Six (6) 14.00 x 24, 10-ply, G-2 ground grip on all wheels with 14-inch interchangeable rims

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Size: ___________________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Cooling System: Heavy-duty high-capacity radiator, silicone hoses, reversing fan

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Electrical: 55-amp alternator, 12-volt maintenance free battery, 950 CCA at zero degrees Fahrenheit, all batteries shall be same size and type for ease of replacement.

Alternator:

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Rating (amps): _________________________________

Battery:

Make: ________________________________________ Model: ________________________________________

Power (CCA): ____________________________ Quantity: ____________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

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Fuel System: 89-gallon tank capacity (any configuration) dual stage fuel filters.

Number of tanks: ____________________________

Capacity per tank (gallons): ____________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

DEF Tank: 5-gallon, frame-mounted

Number of tanks: ____________________________

Capacity per tank (gallons): ____________________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Controls: Full hydraulic, controlled from the operator's cab

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Moldboard & Blade: Full-hydraulic control including circle side-shift, blade side-shift, circle rotation, saddle rotation, blade pitch, and blade float, 90-degree left or right bank cutting angle, blade to be 14-feet wide, 22-inch height, 0.75-inch blade thickness equipped with renewable overlay end bits and shall have boron steel or equal cutting edges for increased wear resistance. Cutting edges to be guaranteed against breakage

Moldboard Make: ___________________________________ Model: ____________________________________

Blade Make: ___________________________________ Model: ____________________________________

Moldboard/Blade Width (feet and inches): _________________

Blade height (inches): _________________ Blade thickness (inches): _________________

Blade Material Composition: _________________

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Cab: Coupe type, fully enclosed, with shatterproof tinted glass all around. All standard equipment including, but not limited to: deluxe high-back air suspended driver seat with armrest, cup holder, high-visibility orange safety belt, factory air conditioning and heater with defroster, outside assist handles both sides, 12-volt accessory power outlet, direct reading gauges for engine oil pressure, engine water temperature, transmission oil temperature, fuel level, tachometer, blade slope indicator, front and rear view camera’s, AM/FM Bluetooth stereo radio with hands-free option, horn, RH and LH mirrors, RH and LH convex auxiliary mirrors, multi-speed electric windshield wipers and washers with intermittent mode front and rear, tilt steering column.

There shall be a holder for the operator’s manuals.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Back-up Alarm: SAE J994-compliant, audible above normal outdoor sounds, meets FMVSS requirements, mounted on the rearmost part of the vehicle, and protected from water and road spray.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

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Accessories: Vocational-duty drawbar or tow hitch, hour meter, stop, turn and tail lights, flashing signals, work lights, engine side-shields, standard tool-box with hinged cover, transmission bottom cover, starting aid, all necessary tools, slow moving vehicle emblem, vandalism protection group.

Comply Yes/No: _________________

Paint: Manufacturer's standard color

Comply Yes/No: _________________

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Service: The Grader shall be delivered fully assembled and ready to operate. Factory-trained dealer representative is to inspect the Grader 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 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 Grader (body, chassis, electrical, etc.) 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: _________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: ___________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: _______________________________________________________________________

City, State, ZIP: _______________________________________________________________________

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

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Tests and Testing: The complete Grader 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.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

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 Grader upon delivery. Additional manuals may be ordered later.

Technical service bulletins: Successful bidder shall provide TSBs (technical service bulletins) for all Grader(s) 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 the bid.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

Certification: The manufacturer(s) shall furnish certification that the Grader 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.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

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

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________

Lienholder: Upon award, if MDOT issues a Notice to Proceed instead of a Purchase Order, the Grader is being purchased through the State’s Master Lease Purchase Program.

Acknowledge Yes/No: _______________