Specifications - SOW.doc

Department of Transportation Engineering District 5-0

Dry Ice Blaster Equipment Statement of Work Specificatoi0ns

I. DESCRIPTION:

Dry Ice Blaster – Nu Ice Age Commando 55 Dry Ice Blaster including after cooler and dryer unit.

COMMANDO® 55 SPECIFICATIONS

· Dimensions: 33.25” (845 mm) L x 23” (584 mm) W x 39” (1 m) H

· Weight: 234 LB (106 KG)

· Hopper Capacity: 55 lbs (25 kg)

· Dry Ice Consumption: 0 – 425 lbs/hr (0-193 kg/hr)

· Operating Range: 60-250 psi @ 85-375 CFM (2.4-10.6 m3)

· Blasting Pressure: 60 – 250 psi (3.4-17.2 bar)

· Compressed Air Connection: 1” JIC Fitting

· Moisture Separator: Included on machine

· Adjustable blast pressure and pellet feed rate

· Power: 110-140V AC (50/60Hz) 4.8 A (220v model also available)

· Noise Level: 60 – 120 dB(A) – Varies by application. Ear and eye protection required.

· Warranty: 1 Year Limited

· UL Listed, CE, CSA and TUV approved

Include:

· Dry ice blasting unit Blasting gun plus one each:

· 5" round nozzle

· 1" fan nozzle

· Nozzle extension and twist grip handle 25 ft (7.6 m) blasting hose with control cable and 50 ft (12.2 m) heavy duty air supply hose Ice Scoop

· Operation Manual After-Cooler (include the following) Dryer Unit Dry ice shovel - stainless steel with insulated handle.

The Invitation for Bid (IFB) will cover the requirements to procure as a rental a Dry Ice Blaster with After Cooler for the Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 5-0 counties as follows:

Berks

Carbon

Lehigh

Monroe

Northampton

Schuylkill

This initial service period will be from issuance of contract for 1 Year; with three (3) – one (1) year renewals, with a 3% increase for each line item per renewal. The Department reserves the right, upon notice to the contractor, to extend the term of the contractor for up to three (3) months upon the same terms and conditions. This will be utilized to prevent a lapse in service coverage and only for the time necessary, up to three-months, to enter into a new contract.

ALL QUANTITIES ARE ESTIMATED.

NOTE: The quantities shown are strictly an estimate and this estimate is for internal Department use only. There is no assurance that the Department’s actual usage of the equipment will approximate this estimate. Payment by the Department to the contractor will be based on actual usage only.

All bids will only be accepted electronically (via the portal) by the close date, September 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

The Bid opening will take place at the following location on September 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM

Department of Transportation (PennDOT)

Engineering District 5-0

1002 Hamilton Street

Allentown, PA 18101

I. TERMS OF AGREEMENT:

1. Equipment must be equipped with all safety devices currently required by OSHA regulations, and all safety devices must be fully functional as designed by the manufacturer.

2. Vendor is required to respond within 48 hours of verbal notification by Department personnel.

3. Vendor agrees to repair or replace down equipment with equal or greater equipment within 48 hours or the beginning of the next business day.

4. Lessor is to perform all maintenance and repairs before or after business hours.

Unit is being contracted to operate within the confines of District 5-0; which include counties as follows: Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill.

Lessor will make the initial delivery and final return of this equipment from a location within District 5-0 although the precise location of delivery and pick-up may not be the same.

Department of Transportation District 5-0 will be responsible for the following:

a. Qualified operator

b. Provide fuel

c. Daily maintenance including lubrication and checking fluid levels

I. SCOPE OF WORK:

1. The intent of this Contract is to provide a Dry Ice Blaster and After Coller with accessories stated within the SOW above per the specified counties within District 5-0.

2. The County Manager or his assigned representative will initiate a call by telephone stating the Item or Items of Work required, time, and location of work and assembly area. Services must be provided within 48 hours if requested at the site designated.

3. The Department reserves the right to inspect the Contractor’s operation for the purpose of determining compliance with these specifications and maintaining records, including the time records for service charges.

II. INSURANCE:

See Attachment “TERMS AND CONDITIONS.”

Provide evidence of such coverage in the form of a Certificate of Insurance (see attached form, “Certificate of Insurance”).

III. METHOD OF PAYMENT:

The Department will pay the Contracted vendor per agreed contract price per contracted line item for each item of work as follows:

1. There is no provision for advanced payment.

2. Payment is made based on contracted line item stated.

IV. WORKER PROTECTION AND INVESTMENT:

Pursuant to Executive Order 2021-06, Worker Protection and Investment (October 21, 2021), the Commonwealth is responsible for ensuring that every Pennsylvania worker has a safe and healthy work environment, and the protections afforded them through labor laws. To that end, contractors and grantees of the Commonwealth must certify that they are in compliance with all applicable Pennsylvania state labor and workforce safety laws. Such certification shall be made through the Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form (BOP2201) and submitted with the bid, proposal, or quote.