ESBD_497199_1773758938664_02. Specifications 635-45-65386.pdf

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

SPECIFICATION NO.

TxDOT 635-45-65386 DATED: March 2026

TRAILER MOUNTED DUSTLESS SANDBLASTER

PUBLICATION

This specification (SOW) is a product of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This specification may not be sold for profit or monetary gain. If this document is altered in any way, the header and any and all references to TxDOT must be removed. TxDOT does not assume nor accept any liability when this specification is used in the procurement process by any other entity.

1. SCOPE: This specification describes a trailer-mounted dustless sandblaster unit. The size required will be identified on the solicitation. The equipment manufacturer must be responsible for designing and furnishing a unit that will meet or exceed all the design criteria and performance requirements.

The unit must uniformly blast materials efficiently and effectively. The completed unit, when empty or loaded at all weights up to the maximum net carrying (payload) capacity, must tow in a safe and stable manner at speeds up to 85 MPH. A unit exhibiting fishtailing or other anomalies when towed empty or properly loaded will be rejected.

2. DEFINITIONS OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS

2.1. ANSI – American National Standards Institute.

2.2. POC – Point of contact.

2.3. TxDOT – Texas Department of Transportation

2.4. PSI – Pounds per Square Inch

3. GENERAL CLAUSES AND CONDITIONS

3.1. The equipment furnished under this specification must be the latest improved model in current production, as offered to commercial trade, and must be of quality workmanship and material. The respondent represents that all equipment offered under this specification must be new. USED, SHOPWORN, DEMONSTRATOR, PROTOTYPE, REMANUFACTURED, RECONDITIONED, OR DISCONTINUED MODELS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

3.2. The respondent should submit with the solicitation or have on file with TxDOT, Austin, Texas.

The latest printed literature and detailed specifications on equipment the respondent proposes to furnish. This literature is for informational purposes only.

3.3. 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 must be furnished by the vendor. All parts must conform in strength, quality, and workmanship to the accepted standards of the industry.

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

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3.5. The unit provided must 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.

3.6. 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.

3.7. 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 standard. 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 products in order to conserve natural resources, energy and landfill space. The respondent should note that future specification revisions may require mandatory compliance with the SAE plastic coding system.

3.8. TxDOT is committed to procuring quality goods and equipment. TxDOT encourages manufacturers to adopt the American National Standards Institute/International Organization for Standardization/American Society for Quality (ANSI/ISO/ASQ) Q9001-2000: Quality Management Systems: Requirements 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.

4. EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

4.1. The sandblaster must be dustless and include an electric safety device such as an electrical

Deadman Control Switch.

4.2. The control switch must be applied at the temperature referenced in the Texas Standard

Specifications for Construction of Highways, Streets and Bridges Manual, Item 300. This information is available upon request from TxDOT.

4.3. EXAMPLES:

Dustless Blasting DB1500 Mobile XXL Professional Mobile Trailer-Mounted Soda Blasting System – BB100MBLN

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: Any example shown is listed to show type and class of equipment desired. The respondent is cautioned to read the specification carefully, as there may be special requirements not commonly offered by the equipment manufacturer. DO NOT ASSUME

STANDARD EQUIPMENT MEETS ALL OF THE DETAILED SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

MERELY BECAUSE IT IS LISTED AS AN EXAMPLE. The respondent is cautioned that any unit delivered to the FOB point that does not meet specifications in every aspect will not be accepted.

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4.4. BLASTING POT: Must:

4.4.1. Have capability of holding a minimum of 100 pounds of abrasive material.

4.4.2. Have the capacity to have a blast time of a minimum of 2 hours.

4.5. COMPRESSOR: Must:

4.5.1. Have a diesel-powered engine.

4.5.2. Have a fuel tank that includes enough fuel for a minimum of 8 hours of blasting time before refueling.

4.5.3. Have auxiliary outlet connects.

4.5.4. Have at least one 1” auxiliary air connection.

4.5.5. Have #7 nozzles.

4.5.6. Have a hose connect with a minimum of 100 feet.

4.6. ACCESSORIES: Must include:

4.6.1. A cooling and drying system to allow for dry blasting material.

4.7. TRAILER: Must:

4.7.1. Have ability to support the full weight of equipment’s maximum capacity.

4.7.2. An emergency breakaway system that automatically apply the trailer brakes upon tongue separation from the towing vehicle.

4.7.3. 8-ply tires and a full-size spare.

4.7.4. A 2-5/16” Ball Hitch

4.7.5. A jackleg with the ability to hold the weight of the trailer at maximum capacity.

4.7.6. A metal license plate holder with a white lamp for illuminating the license plate that must be provided at the center or left side of the rear of the trailer.

4.7.7. Lighting must:

4.7.7.1. Be DOT compliant.

4.7.7.2. Have a red tail lamp, a red stop lamp, a turn indicator and a red reflector on each side of the rear.

Note: The lamps or reflectors may be incorporated and shall be screw or bolt mounted at the same level and as widely spaced laterally as practicable. The lamps shall be located at a height of not less than 15 inches or more than 72 inches above the ground. These lamps shall be mounted at the rear and shall be protected from damage while loading or unloading equipment (Ref. Texas Traffic Code §547.352 and 49CFR 393.11)

4.8. SAFETY CHAINS: Two safety chains, equipped with integral safety hooks and spring-type hook latches shall be attached to the tongue.

4.8.1. Each chain shall be of sufficient length for the coupled towing truck and trailer to make full turns without binding.

4.8.2. Each chain shall be of sufficient length for crossing beneath the tongue to form a cradle that shall prevent the tongue from coming into contact with the road surface if the trailer hitch becomes disconnected.

4.8.3. Each chain shall be provided with a method for adjusting chain length.

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4.8.4. Chains may be connected to the trailer by drilling an elongated hole into the lower portion of the tongue frame. Hole shall be of sufficient size to permit a link of chain to be inserted through the hole. A piece of cold rolled steel round stock shall be inserted through the link and the round stock shall be welded to the trailer frame.

4.8.5. Chains shall not be welded to the trailer frame or the cold rolled steel.

4.8.6. Attachments to the trailer shall have an aggregate breaking strength greater than the gross weight (trailer and payload) of the unit being towed and shall meet or exceed the requirements of the current Texas Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 393.70.

4.9. CONSPICUITY MARKING REQUIREMENTS: The trailer(s) furnished under this specification shall be delivered in compliance with CFR Title 49, Chapter V, Part and Section 571.108.

4.10. SAFETY INSPECTION READY: The unit shall be inspected in accordance with Texas Motor Vehicle Laws by a certified inspection station and shall have the inspection certificate with the unit at time of delivery. The vendor shall be responsible for inspection.

4.11. PAINTING: The unit shall be painted with lead free paint.

4.12. MANUAL(S): One original illustrated parts book, operator's manual and service manual shall be delivered with each unit. These shall include, at minimum, all appropriate manuals for the engine, transmission, brakes, hydraulic system, controls, and electrical system. It is requested, but not required, that the manuals be printed on recycled paper. Copies of parts book, operator’s manual and service manual are not acceptable.

4.12.1. Additionally, one complete set of wiring, plumbing and hydraulic schematics must be delivered with each unit. All schematics shall be clear, legible and indicate the location of each component. Hydraulic schematics shall include the diameter and length of each hose and the manufacturer and part number of each fitting. Copies of schematics are not acceptable.

4.12.2. The manuals and schematics supplied shall provide complete and comprehensive information on all equipment, equipment components and accessories, as supplied to comply with this specification. If changes, modifications, additions or alterations of any kind are made on the equipment, the vendor shall provide blueprints, line drawings and descriptive text sufficient to allow one of average skill in general mechanics to diagnose, repair and maintain the equipment and all components.

4.12.3. On equipment assembled from manufactured components, the parts book shall show the manufacturer of each part and all cross referencing between the vendor and the manufacturers. The operator's manual shall include detailed instructions on the proper method of operation of the unit. Necessary warnings and safety precautions shall be included.

4.12.4. The following additional information shall be provided by the vendor at time of delivery.

5. MANUFACTURER'S STATEMENT OF ORIGIN (MSO): Vendor shall furnish MSO to the receiving district with each unit at time of delivery. TXDOT WILL NOT ACCEPT THE UNIT AND PROCESS

PAYMENT WITHOUT THE MSO.

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6. INSTRUCTION ON SAFETY, OPERATION AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: The vendor shall provide the services of a competent factory trained technician thoroughly trained in the use and operation of the unit to TxDOT regarding instruction on safety, operation, and preventive maintenance of the unit to be completed within 30 days of receipt of the unit at vendor location. The service shall be provided after the unit has been delivered and is ready for operation but prior to payment.

7. PERFORMANCE WARRANTY: Equipment under the contract must meet all specifications in this specification. The vendor must guarantee the equipment for this contract against any defects in workmanship and satisfactorily correct, at no cost to TxDOT, any such defect that may become apparent within a period of one year after delivery. The warranty period shall commence upon date of acceptance by TxDOT.

8. MATERIAL WARRANTY: Materials provided under the contract must be in current production, as offered to commercial trade, and be of quality material. Used, shopworn, demonstrator, prototype, reconditioned, or discontinued materials are not acceptable. Materials must be warranted against material defects and defects in workmanship for a period of not less than 12 months and cover 100% parts and labor. The warranty period shall commence upon date of acceptance by TxDOT. If the manufacturer’s standard warranty period exceeds 12 months, then the standard warranty period shall be in effect. The vendor shall be ultimately responsible for the warranty. The vendor must provide the designated TxDOT representative with all manufacturers’ warranty documents upon completion of service prior to leaving the job site.

9. AUTHORIZED DEALER: Respondent must be an official authorized dealer or authorized distributor of the products being solicited.

Respondent will be required to submit documentation and proof that they are an authorized dealer or distributor within 2 days of the request from TxDOT.

10. VENDOR PERFORMANCE: Vendor performance will be monitored on a regular basis by TxDOT.

10.1. An unsatisfactory performance determination includes, but is not limited to:

NOTE: Unsatisfactory performance may result in a negative vendor performance report, or cancellation of the contract or both, in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by the contract or allowed by law.

10.2. An exceptional performance determination includes, but is not limited to:

10.2.1. Deliverables made early upon TxDOT request.

10.2.2. Product upgrade substitution suggested and accepted at no additional cost to TxDOT.

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10.2.3. Vendor commended for exceptional customer service; exceptional service provided.

10.2.4. Provided set-up assistance when not required.

11. ADDITIONAL INVOICING INSTRUCTIONS:

The vendor shall Invoice in accordance with Paragraph 4.04 of the Terms and Conditions.

12. TxDOT RESPONSIBILITIES:

TxDOT will provide a point of contact.

13. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION: Administration of the contract is a joint responsibility of the TxDOT contract administrator and TxDOT purchasing staff. Purchasing staff will be responsible for administering the contractual business relationship with the vendor.

13.1. Any proposed changes to work to be performed, whether initiated by TxDOT or the vendor, must receive final written approval in the form of a Purchase Order Change Notice signed by the authorized TxDOT purchasing agent.

13.2. Upon issuance of contract, TxDOT will designate an individual to serve as the contract manager and point of contact between the agency and the vendor. The contract manager does not have any express or implied authority to vary the terms of the contract, amend the contract in any way, or waive strict performance of the terms or conditions of the contract. This individual’s contract management and contract administration responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

13.2.1. Monitoring the vendor’s progress and performance and ensuring services conform to established specification requirements.

13.2.2. Managing the financial aspects of the contract including approval of payments.

13.2.3. Meeting with the vendor as needed to review progress, discuss problems, and consider necessary action.

13.2.4. Identifying a breach of contract by assessing the difference between contract performance and non-performance.

13.2.5. Other areas as identified by the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide version 04.