Gooseneck Trailer Specs~2.docx

The Office of Water Resources seeks the procurement of two new gooseneck style trailers. One trailer shall be a 30,000 lbs gooseneck style equipment trailer suitable for hauling heavy equipment, including a CAT 309 mini excavator, and the other trailer shall be a 20,000 lbs. gooseneck style equipment trailer suitable for hauling smaller heavy equipment such as large tractors and compact track loaders (skid steers).

Vendor should provide product literature with the quote. Delivery shall be F.O.B. (freight on board) destination, and shipping costs to be included with bid. The use of a brand name is for describing the standard of quality, performance, and characteristics desired and is not intended to limit or restrict competition. Or Equal submissions will not be rejected because of minor differences in design, construction or features that do not affect the suitability of the product for its intended use. Burden of proof that the product is equal is on the bidder.

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General Specifications:

The 30,000 lbs. trailer shall meet the following specifications.

Payload Capacity

· Trailer rated to a minimum of 30,000 lbs. GVWR

· Payload Capacity a minimum of 23,000 lbs.

· Maximum trailer weight of 7,000 lbs.

Connection

· Gooseneck style connection that is rated to a minimum of 30,000 lbs. (A standard gooseneck style connection is acceptable)

· A neck style compatible with the F-450 utility bed described in the next section would be preferred, but is not required.

Deck

· Deck shall be a deck-over style deck.

· Length shall be a minimum of 32’ and max. 35’ usable deck length. Usable deck length can include the trailer tail when equipped with level folding style ramps.

· Width shall be 102” Ramps

· Ramps shall be of a fold flat and level style such that they create a level section of the deck when folded for transport.

Rails

· Trailer shall be equipped stake pockets and rub rail.

Jacks

· Trailer shall be equipped with dual front jacks of sufficient capacity to support trailer and 23,000 lbs. payload Misc.

· Trailer shall be equipped with a lockable storage utility box for storing, straps, clamps, chains, etch. Located at the front of the deck or on the side of the trailer under the deck.

· Trailer shall include a step for ease of access to the trailer deck.

· A shock absorbing/air ride adapter rated for 30,000 lbs. to also be included.

The 20,000 lbs. trailer shall meet the following specifications.

Payload Capacity

· Trailer rated to a minimum of 20,000 lbs. GVWR

· Payload Capacity a minimum of 16,000 lbs.

· Max. trailer weight of 4,000 lbs.

Connection

· Gooseneck Connection must rated to a minimum of 20,000 lbs. and must be compatible with an existing F-450 truck with a utility style bed. When utilizing a standard gooseneck style connection the goosenecks will contact the utility boxes on the truck bed.

· See the dimensions below for clearances required for the gooseneck hitch. From the hitch to the end of the bed there is 58 ½”. From the hitch to the inside of the utility box measures 24 ½”. The overall bed width is 96”, and the utility boxes are 23 ½” Wide. The utility boxes measure 24” from the bed to the top of the box when the box is closed.

· A Single Point gooseneck style connection that is rated to a minimum of 20,000 lbs, see image below for clarification, is currently compatible with the utility bed, and would be acceptable. Other style goosenecks, such as a tall neck style, would also be considered so long as they provide proper clearance with the utility style bed, including when the truck is turning on the road. It is the responsibility of the vendor to ensure other style goosenecks are compatible with the F-450 utility boxes.

Deck

· Deck shall be a deck-over style deck.

· Length shall be 27’ to 30’ usable deck length, with a 5’ tail. (27’+5’) to (30’ +5’).

· Width 102” Ramps

· Ramps shall be of a fold over style.

· Ramps that fold flat, level with the deck, to increase usable deck length are preferred.

Jacks

· Trailer shall be equipped with dual front jacks of sufficient capacity to support trailer and 16,000 lbs. payload Misc.

· Trailer shall be equipped with a lockable storage utility box for storing, straps, clamps, chains, etc. Located at the front of the deck or on the side of the trailer under the deck.

· Trailer shall include a side step for ease of access to the trailer deck.

· A shock absorbing/air ride adapter rated to a minimum of 20,000 lbs. to also be included.

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