Specification no. IFB #304T-26-601-5045

Attachment G – Specifications - Self-propelled, Hydraulic 15-Ton Crane Revised: January 2026

CPA STATEWIDE PROCUREMENT

ATTACHMENT G – SPECIFICATIONS

SELF-PROPELLED, HYDRAULIC 15 TON CRANE

PART I

GENERAL CLAUSES AND CONDITIONS

1. The equipment furnished under this specification shall be the latest improved model in current production, as offered to commercial trade, and shall be of quality workmanship and material. The respondent represents that all equipment offered under this specification shall be new. Used, shopworn, demonstrator, prototype, or discontinued models are not acceptable.

2. The unit shall be completely assembled and adjusted, and all equipment including standard and supplemental equipment shall be installed and the unit made ready for continuous operation upon delivery.

3. All parts not specifically mentioned which are necessary for the unit to be complete and ready for operation or which are normally furnished as standard equipment shall be furnished by the contractor. All parts shall conform in strength, quality and workmanship to the accepted standards of the industry.

4. The unit provided shall meet or exceed all Federal and State of Texas safety, health, lighting and noise regulations and standards in effect and applicable to equipment furnished at the time of manufacture.

5. It is the intent of TxDOT to purchase goods, equipment and services having the least adverse environmental impact, within the constraints of statutory purchasing requirements, TxDOT need, availability, and sound economic considerations.

Suggested changes and environmental enhancements for possible inclusion in future revisions of this specification are encouraged.

6. TxDOT encourages all manufacturers to comply voluntarily with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Recommended Practice for marking of plastic parts per current SAE J1344. All plastic components furnished to this specification should have an imprinted SAE symbol identifying the resin composition of the component so that the item can be recycled after its useful life. Manufacturers are encouraged to use recycled plastics and materials in the manufacture of their products in order to conserve natural resources, energy and landfill space. Respondents should note that future specification revisions may require mandatory compliance with the SAE plastic coding system.

Revised: January 2026

7. TxDOT is committed to procuring quality goods and equipment. We encourage manufacturers to adopt the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001-9003 standards, technically equivalent to the American National Standards Institute/American Society for Quality Control (ANSI/ASQC Q91-93) and obtain certification. Adopting and implementing these standards is considered beneficial to the manufacturer, TxDOT, and the environment. It is TxDOT's position that the total quality management concepts contained within these standards can result in reduced production costs, higher quality products, and more efficient use of energy and natural resources. Manufacturers should note that future revisions to this specification may require ISO certification.

PART II

SPECIFICATIONS

1. SCOPE: This specification describes a 30,000-pound rated capacity, at 6 foot radius, and a 70 degree boom angle, deck type, self-propelled, hydraulic crane. Crane shall lift its rated load and carry the load on its carry deck or suspended over the front from its boom. A crane bid shall meet or exceed the latest revision of OSHA 1910.80 and ANSI B30.5. Any crane that does not comply with these standards will not be considered. Cranes furnished shall meet or exceed the following requirements.

EXAMPLES

Grove GCD-15 Broderson IC200 or CPA approved equal.

NOTICE TO RESPONDENTS: Any example shown is listed to show type and class of equipment desired. Respondents are cautioned to read the specifications carefully, as there may be special requirements not commonly offered by the equipment manufacturer. Do not assume your standard equipment meets all detailed specifications merely because it is listed as an example. Respondents are cautioned that units delivered to the FOB points which do not meet specifications in every aspect will not be accepted.

2. CRANE DIMENSIONS

2.1. Overall chassis length, maximum: 15 ft. 8 in.

2.2. Overall width, maximum (w/o outriggers): 8 ft. 2 in.

2.3. Overall height, maximum: 8 ft. 9 in.

2.4. Undercarriage clearance, minimum: 10 in.

2.5. Wheelbase, minimum: 96 in.

3. BOOM REQUIREMENTS

3.1. Rated lifting capacity with outriggers 30,000 Lbs. (360 degree swing), minimum @ 6 -Ft. Radius

Revised: January 2026

3.2. Number of stages, minimum: 4 stages

3.3. Horizontal reach minimum: 49 ft.

3.4. Vertical reach minimum: 57 ft.

3.5. Hydraulic-powered extension/retraction: Required

3.6. Angle above horizontal, minimum: 70 degrees

3.7. Angle below horizontal, minimum: 0 degrees

3.8. Rotation, continuous, minimum: 360 degrees

3.9. Lifting capacity, fully extended, with outriggers, minimum @ 22-Ft. Radius, 360 Degree Swing 7,700 lbs

3.10. Pick and carry capacity, over the front with boom

extended, minimum @ 24-Ft. Radius 3,350 lbs

3.11. Hydraulically powered winch with power up and down with automatic brake and wire rope having safety factor as required by the latest revision of American National Standards Institute B30.5 and SAE J1116.

3.12. Anti -two block system to prevent inadvertent contact between the boomhead and loadhook, meeting the requirements of the latest revision of SAE J1350, Two Block Warning and Limit Systems in Lifting Crane Service. System shall audibly and visually warn the operator of impending two block conditions and shall lockout the appropriate boom and winch functions when a two-block condition exists. Equipment shall be installed and tested at the factory and a calibration report shall be furnished at the time of delivery.

3.13. Boom extension shall be provided that will be a minimum 16 feet that provided additional length for lifting loads with load line. Boom extension may be stowed alongside base boom section when not in use. Shall include tip sheave, attaching brackets and pins.

4. LIQUID-COOLED DIESEL ENGINE: Shall be a diesel powered, Tier 4 Final emission standards certified engine, including the following:

4.1. Number of cylinders, minimum: 4

4.2. Horsepower, SAE net flywheel, at governed RPM, minimum: 100

4.3. Fuel tank capacity, minimum: 30 gallons

4.4. 12 -Volt electrical system consisting of a minimum 135 -ampere alternator, electric starter, keyed ignition, total minimum battery rating of at least 800 cold cranking amperes (CCA).

Revised: January 2026

4.5. Dry type air cleaner, including a primary element, a safety element, an internal or external precleaner and a restriction (service) indicator. Indicator shall be easily visible from the operator's station.

EXAMPLES: Donaldson Cyclopac air cleaner with safety element.

Donaldson "The Informer" type service indicator, or CPA approved equal. NOTE: "The Informer" type indicates the percentage of contamination.

4.6. Safety starting switch to prevent engine from starting while in gear.

4.7. Engine governor.

4.8. Cooling system shall have antifreeze protection to -30°F (-34°C) or lower.

4.9. Full-flow type oil filtration system with replaceable filter and provisions for bypassing oil to the engine as the filter becomes clogged.

4.10. Muffler and exhaust pipe of sufficient length to exhaust fumes away from the operator. If muffler is vertical, exhaust pipe shall be angled at the top to prevent rain from directly entering the exhaust system.

4.11. Engine protection device to consist of a light and/or audible alarm to warn of high engine temperature or low oil pressure conditions in the engine.

4.12. Diesel engine fuel filtration system to include a screen at the fuel tank or transfer pump and at least two stages of filtration. Filter stages may consist of a primary and a secondary filter, or a two-stage filter in a common housing. A minimum of one drain shall be provided in the system to prevent water damage to the injection system. All items to be factory approved and installed.

5. TRANSMISSION

5.1. Transmission shall be automatic or powershift type equipped with a torque converter or manual transmission with torque converter and forward/reverse shuttle.

In forward gear crane shall have a range of speed from 0 to at least 15 MPH.

5.2. Minimum of three gears in both forward and reverse for powershift or manual transmissions. Automatic transmissions shall have minimum three gears in forward and one gear in reverse.

5.3. Four (4) or All wheel drive drivetrain.

5.4. No-spin or limited slip type differential.

6. MAINFRAME AND OUTRIGGERS

6.1. Mainframe design to incorporate a deck onto which material can be lowered and carried with at least 60 square feet of carrying space and a 17,000-lb. capacity.

Revised: January 2026

6.2. Carry deck to be equipped with a minimum of four carry deck posts or stakes.

6.3. Carry deck of high-strength steel tread plate, or other non-slip surface and covered with a non-slip/ anti-skid treatment.

6.4. Chassis to extend over wheels so as to negate the need for fenders.

6.5. Frame of welded high-strength steel.

6.6. Towing hook mounted on rear and eye ring mounted on front.

6.7. Hydraulic outriggers shall be furnished at outer most four corners.

6.8. Outriggers to be equipped with check valves on each outrigger for protection in case of loss of engine power or hydraulic pressure.

6.9. Outrigger motion alarm that is actuated by a switch when the outrigger down controls are operated.

6.10. Unit shall have front and rear mounted pintle hooks that shall provide a capacity for 6,000-pound tongue weight and 30,000-pound trailer weight.

EXAMPLE: T-60-AOL Holland pintle hook or CPA approved equal.

7. SUSPENSION: Manufacturer recommended wheels, tires and axles of sufficient rated capacity to support the unit when carrying its maximum rated load.

8. STEERING

8.1. Unit shall have three mode steering positions. Front two-wheel, four-wheel coordinated, and four-wheel crab steer with three position rocker selector switch on the dash.

8.2. Steering shall be full hydraulic with auto-electronic align when the new steering mode is selected.

9. BRAKES: Four-wheel foot-pedal-operated hydraulic service brakes and an emergency/parking brake system.

10. HYDRAULICS

10.1. Hydraulic power supplied by a pump or pumps furnishing a total capacity of a minimum 29 gallons per minute at an operating pressure of at least 2,000 pounds per square inch.

10.2. Hydraulic oil reservoir shall have sufficient capacity to prevent overheating during sustained operation in 110°F ambient conditions.

11. OPERATOR’S CAB ENCLOSURE

11.1. All steel fabricated enclosed cab with tinted tempered or laminated safety glass.

Front glass shall have one right hand and one left hand rear view mirror a minimum 6” wide and 16” high mounted on the deck stakes, windshield wiper and washer.

Heated with hot water and equipped with defroster and fan. Unit shall also include in-cab air conditioning system using 134a coolant with controls. Unit shall also be equipped with a rubber or vinyl mat with foam backing and vinyl suspension seat.

11.2. All controls except steering and outriggers shall be capable of operating simultaneously. Operator’s cab compartment shall be equipped with the following:

11.3. Boom and winch controls.

11.4. Keyed ignition switch.

11.5. All ground travel controls.

11.6. Outrigger controls.

11.7. Adjustable operators seat and seat belt.

11.8. A level indicator.

12. INSTRUMENTATION:

12.1. The unit shall be equipped with, but not limited to, the following gauges, indicators and alarms. Wherever gauges are specified, indicator lights are not acceptable. If an electronic monitoring system is furnished which monitors at least the following operating conditions, it is acceptable. All instrumentation shall be easily visible to the operator and labeled in English or show a universally recognized symbol for each specific gauge, indicator, or alarm function. Units equipped with instrumentation gauges shall have non-glare lights for nighttime visibility.

12.2. A digital display screen with selectable gauges is acceptable. Engine coolant temperature gauge.

12.3. Engine oil pressure gauge.

12.4. Fuel level gauge

12.5. Torque-converter oil-temperature gauge or torque-converter oil-pressure gauge, if torque converter is provided.

12.6. Battery voltage gauge

12.7. Hour meter

12.8. Audible alarm and warning light for in the event of an engine condition resulting in either high engine coolant temperature or low engine oil pressure.

13. SAFETY EQUIPMENT

13.1. The complete unit shall conform to all applicable requirements of the current OSHA Safety and Health regulations for construction, and the latest revision of American National Standards Institute, Standard for Crawler, Locomotive, and Truck Cranes, ANSI B30.5.

13.2. A durable and clearly legible load-rating chart shall be securely fixed to the crane in a location easily visible to the operator while seated at his control station.

13.3. Overload condition warning system, meeting the requirements of the latest revision of SAE J159 shall be furnished. System shall provide visual and audible signals when an overload condition exists. System shall provide a visual signal when load is at 90 percent of capacity and an audible signal when load is at 100 percent of capacity. System shall lock-out appropriate boom and winch functions when load is over 100 percent of capacity. Equipment shall be installed and tested at the factory and a calibration report shall be furnished at the time of delivery.

13.4. Unit shall be equipped with the following items:

13.4.1. Two headlights with high and low beams, tail, brake and turn signal lights and back-up lights in rear, front turn signals and emergency flasher switch at operator’s station.

13.4.2. Interior dome light

13.4.3. Fire extinguisher (2.5 lb.)

13.4.4. Two (2) boom mounted and two (2) rear mounted LED work lights.

13.4.5. Two amber strobe-warning lights mounted on the front of unit and two red strobe-warning lights mounted on the rear. Strobe lights shall be mounted at the same level and as widely spaced laterally as practicable.

13.4.6. A horn and a back-up motion alarm system, both distinguishable from the surrounding noise level. The backup alarm shall meet the requirements of the latest revision of SAE J994.

14. PAINTING: The unit shall be painted with lead free paint except for glass, rubber and those accessories or fixtures constructed of rust-resistant or plated material not normally painted.

Lead paint is not acceptable. NOTE: The mast and operators overhead guard may be painted matte or semi-gloss black for visibility purposes.

15. WEIGHT CENTERLINE: The weight centerline, computed with the unit in the stowed position, with full fuel tank, without operator, shall be clearly marked on each side of the unit with a green vertical line three inches wide and five inches high. (This is for safe loading on trailers.)

16. SAFETY PLAQUES OR DECALS:

16.1. Product safety plaques or decals shall be furnished and affixed at the operator's station and at any hazardous area. The safety plaques or decals shall describe the nature of the hazard, level of hazard seriousness, how to avoid the hazard, and the consequence of human interaction with the hazard. Permanent plaques are preferred to decals. Type, size and location of product safety plaques or decals shall be in accordance with current ANSI Z535.4-1991.

16.2. A permanent lubrication plaque shall be furnished and visible from the outside of the unit. The plaque shall note all lubrication points and recommended periodic oil changes and lubrication intervals.

17. MANUAL(S): Manual(s) in electronic format containing illustrated parts list(s) and operating and service instructions for the unit and engine(s) shall be delivered with each unit.

17.1. The manual(s) shall be as detailed as possible outlining all necessary service and operating instructions for each unit delivered. Parts list(s) shall cover all components of the unit. Each part shall be identified by part number, description and component location. Necessary warnings and safety precautions shall be included. It is requested, but not required, that the manuals be printed on recycled paper.

17.2. The following additional information shall be provided by the contractor at time of delivery if not included in the manual required above.

17.2.1. Manufacturer's recommended service/preventive maintenance intervals.

17.2.2. Recommended fluids, lubricants and their SAE/API equivalents.

NOTE: Overhaul/technical manuals are not required unless specified on the IFB.

18. REPLACEMENT FILTERS: A complete set of replacement filter elements shall be provided for each unit furnished to these specifications. This set of filter elements shall include air, fuel, oil, and hydraulic filters used on the equipment. Each filter shall be labeled with the equipment manufacturer's part number as shown in the manufacturer's parts book and shall be furnished at the time of delivery.

PART III

DELIVERY ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENT

1. DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS: Delivery of all equipment on this order shall be completed within the number of days bid, as shown on the purchase order. Any unit(s) not delivered within this time frame may be canceled from the purchase order or, at TxDOT’s option, an extension may be granted, whichever is in TxDOT 's best interest.

1.1. If any unit(s) are canceled for non-delivery, the needed equipment may be purchased elsewhere and the contractor may be charged any additional increase in cost and handling.

1.2. Unless a delivery extension is granted for acceptable reasons due to circumstances beyond the contractor's control, liquidated damages of $20.00 per unit will be deducted from the invoice for every working day after the expiration of the number of days shown on the purchase order until the units are delivered. This provision is not intended as a penalty but as liquidated damages.

2. ACCEPTANCE INSPECTION: All equipment ordered will be subject to acceptance inspection and performance testing upon receipt. Acceptance inspection and performance testing will not take more than five working days, weather permitting. The contractor will be notified within this time frame of any units not delivered in full compliance with the purchase order specifications. If any units are canceled for non-acceptance, the needed equipment may be purchased elsewhere, and the contractor may be charged any additional increase in cost and handling.

3. PAYMENT: Payment will be made within 30 days after the acceptance inspection has been completed and TxDOT determines that the equipment delivered meets specifications or the day on which a correct invoice for the goods or materials was received, whichever is later.

4. WORKING DAY: A working day is defined as a calendar day, not including Saturdays, Sundays, or regularly observed state and federal holidays.

Revised: January 2026

PART IV

WARRANTY

1. WARRANTY: The unit of equipment shall be warranted against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of not less than 12 months or 1,200 hours of use, whichever comes later, and shall cover 100 percent parts and labor for the unit. If the manufacturer's standard warranty period exceeds 12 months or 1,200 hours, then the standard warranty period shall be in effect. The warranty begins on the date the unit is determined to meet specifications and accepted into TxDOT’s fleet.

1.1. INTENT: During the warranty period the contractor shall be responsible for labor, materials, and other costs as outlined below associated with required warranty repair. It is the intent of this warranty that the contractor perform warranty repair work. At TxDOT's option, TxDOT may perform minor warranty repairs to the unit at the contractor's expense.

1.2. EXCLUSIONS: TxDOT will assume the expense for replacement tires and tubes, tire repairs, lubricating oils, hydraulic fluids, greases, filters, fuel, antifreeze, batteries, lights, hoses, belts, cleaning, painting and other minor items normally consumed in day-to-day operations. TxDOT will assume responsibility for cost of repairs resulting from collision, theft, vandalism, operator negligence and/or acts of God.

1.3. EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE: It is TxDOT's policy to maintain the equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's published recommendations.

1.4. MINOR WARRANTY REPAIRS: It is the intent of this warranty that the contractor perform minor warranty repairs; however, at TxDOT's option, warranty repairs deemed by TxDOT to be minor in nature may be performed by TxDOT at the contractor's expense. Parts required for repairs made by TxDOT will be OEM parts and obtained from the contractor or any commercial source, at no cost to TxDOT. Only the actual time required for repairs will be reimbursed. Mechanic's travel time, diagnosis time, etc.

will not be included. Reimbursement by the contractor to TxDOT for the cost of warranty repairs will be computed as follows:

1.4.1. Labor: Labor for warranty repairs will be calculated at the composite rate for the mechanic in effect at the time of the warranty repairs. Labor rate will not exceed $40.00 per hour. The time allowed for each repair will be determined by the manufacturer's standard time schedule. Manufacturer's time schedule shall be furnished to the receiving district with the unit at the time of delivery (if available). If a manufacturer's time schedule is not available, the actual time for repairs, as noted above, will be used.

1.4.2. Warranty Repair Claims: Warranty repairs will be accumulated electronically using Fleet Management software and will be billed from same, unless the contractor prefers to have claims processed on the contractor's standard forms.

1.4.3. Parts: Replaced parts will be held 30 calendar days and will be available for

Revised: January 2026 inspection by the contractor or authorized representative. Copies of invoices for all parts will be provided to the contractor. The cost of parts other than those furnished to TxDOT at no cost by the contractor will be billed at actual cost.

1.4.4. Billing and Payment for Warranty Repair Expenses: Costs for minor warranty repairs will be accumulated, including labor and replacement parts (if not provided). Reimbursement payment shall be made within 30 calendar days of the billing date.

1.5. MAJOR WARRANTY REPAIRS: When major warranty repairs are required, TxDOT will notify a representative of the contractor's Texas dealer by telephone at the location and the telephone number designated by the contractor on the data sheet as the point of contact. Major warranty repair work for the purpose of this specification means major repairs to the hydraulic and electrical system and major repairs to any other components of the unit. Diagnosis of the actual repairs required shall be the responsibility of the contractor. The unit will be made available at a TxDOT facility within a 100-mile (160.93 km) radius of the FOB point shown on the purchase order. The repair work may be performed by the contractor or his authorized representative.

1.5.1. At the contractor's option, the unit may be taken by the contractor to a commercial repair facility. The contractor shall be responsible for the cost of the round trip transportation of the unit to and from that location.

1.5.2. If mutually agreed upon between the contractor and TxDOT, TxDOT may transport the unit to the contractor's location or authorized repair facility (within the boundaries of the State of Texas). The cost of equipment and manpower necessary to haul the unit for the round trip will be billed back to the contractor at the rental rate of the equipment and composite hourly rate for the driver in effect at the time for the equipment required. The composite hourly rate for the driver will not exceed $20.00 per hour. Rental rate for the truck and trailer will not exceed $0.50 per mile for the truck and $6.00 per hour for the trailer.

2. RESPONSE TIME: Warranty repair action shall begin within two working days after notification is made to the contractor for need of warranty repairs. A representative of the contractor's Texas dealer will be notified by telephone at the location and telephone number designated by the contractor on the data sheet as the point of contact. The contractor shall notify TxDOT immediately of any changes in this location and/or telephone number. The warranty repairs should be completed and the unit returned to TxDOT (or picked up by TxDOT at the contractor's expense as outlined above) within a reasonable period of time.

For the purpose of this specification eight working days is defined as a reasonable period of time. Excessive delays incurred for the performance of warranty repairs by the contractor may adversely affect the contractor's status as a qualified respondent.

3. BILLING AND PAYMENT FOR WARRANTY REPAIR EXPENSES: Cost will be accumulated for transportation of the unit by TxDOT to the contractor's location or authorized repair facility. Payment for transportation costs as provided for in this section

Revised: January 2026 shall be made within 30 calendar days of the billing date.

4. PARTS AND SERVICE: The manufacturer of the equipment furnished shall have an authorized dealer within the state of Texas. The authorized dealer shall have factory-trained personnel available for warranty repairs and the performance of service. The dealer shall also maintain an inventory of high-usage parts and a quick source for low-usage parts.