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Specification No. P61-60-01 Specification No. P61-60-01DL

Specification for a Full-Size 4-Door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) State Of Illinois Department Of Transportation Bureau Business Services Specification for a Full-Size 4-Door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)

March 2026 This specification covers a Full-Size 4-Door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) for use by the Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Operations to transport sensitive and expensive testing equipment along with public officials to emergency repair projects and meetings statewide. The Illinois Department of Transportation is specifying acceptable units by required features and accessories as outlined below.

Each bidder should submit with their bid response descriptive literature and specifications describing all the equipment proposed. This information shall be clearly marked to indicate the make, model, and accessories to be furnished.

It is the responsibility of each bidder to complete and return this specification with the bid.

Unless otherwise specified, the proposed vehicle shall be complete in all parts and ready for immediate use upon delivery.

Bidders are advised to carefully read these specifications as changes may have been made since the last solicitation issue.

Proposed with this Bid:

1. Purpose and Scope

The Illinois Department of Transportation requires a Full-Size 4-Door SUV to transport sensitive and expensive testing equipment along with public officials to emergency repair projects and meetings statewide. This vehicle will be used to tow message boards and other equipment in emergency situations along with other Day Labor personnel for flood emergencies as well as flood pumps to areas needing 4x4 capabilities.

Delivery:

It will be the responsibility of the successful vendor to guarantee delivery within the quoted time and to require allied manufacturers or suppliers to complete the installation of auxiliary equipment in accordance with the quoted delivery time.

All equipment provided by the Vendor shall be fully operational when delivery is made. Any noted defects at the time of delivery shall be addressed by Vendor in the first 30 days of in-service.

Bidder/Vendor acknowledges the requirements above. Yes |_| No |_|

Warranty:

Unless specified otherwise, Manufacturers’ standard warranty shall be provided. Bidder shall attach copies of warranty with bid. Warranty shall commence at the Illinois Department of Transportation in-service date. If any equipment fails to conform to the warranties during the applicable warranty period, the Vendor or Manufacturer will adjust, repair or replace the equipment at no charge to the Department.

2. Powertrain & Performance

Engine Type: Internal combustion, gasoline powered. Must be a minimum 8-cylinder (V8) naturally aspirated or 6-cylinder (V6) turbocharged engine. Flexible Fuel Vehicles (FFV / E85 compatible) and/or fuel-efficient Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) meeting all other performance parameters are acceptable and preferred in accordance with 30 ILCS 500/25-75.

Horsepower: Minimum of 350 HP(combined system horsepower for hybrid powertrains).

Torque: Minimum of 380 lb-ft.

Transmission: Minimum 10-speed automatic with overdrive and a heavy-duty auxiliary oil cooler (or manufacturer's standard equivalent heavy-duty hybrid electronic transmission/eCVT engineered to meet the required towing capacity).

Drivetrain: 4-Wheel Drive (4WD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with an electronic transfer case/management system providing equivalent 4x4 capabilities, including skid plate protection for the fuel tank/battery housing and transfer case.

Brakes: 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with a vacuum, hydraulic, or regenerative power boost system.

Towing Capacity: Minimum 8,000 lbs. Must include a factory-installed Class IV hitch receiver and 7-pin/4-pin wiring harness.

3. Dimensions & Capacities

Wheelbase: Minimum of 120 inches.

Overall Length: Minimum of 210 inches.

Passenger Capacity: Minimum 8-Passenger Seating in a 2-3-3 configuration.

4. Seating & Interior Configuration

Front Seating: Individual front bucket seats.

Center Console: Factory-installed full floor-mounted center console located between the front bucket seats, featuring an armrest, integrated storage, and cup holders.

Rear Seating: Second-row 60/40 split-bench and third-row 60/40 split-folding bench.

Standard Power Package: Must Include:

· Power Windows

· Power-adjustable and manual-folding exterior mirrors.

· Tilt and telescoping steering column.

Flooring: Heavy-duty removable rubberized floor mats for all three rows.

5. Chassis, Tires, & Wheels

Tires: Manufacturer’s standard All-Season radial tires.

Spare: Full-size matching spare tire and wheel, factory-mounted with a secure underbody carrier and hoist system.

6. Safety & Integrated Technology

Connectivity: Minimum AM/FM radio with integrated Bluetooth® for hands-free phone use and wireless smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto).

Cameras: High-definition (HD) Rear Vision Camera.

Note: If the equipment proposed exceeds the minimums called for in the specification, please do not mark NO. Mark YES and explain with a short comment on how it exceeds.

Does the model proposed meet the minimum requirements stated above?