Tractor Specs~4.docx

The Office of Water Resources seeks the procurement of a new compact utility tractor.

· Equipment shall be new, unused and free from defect.

· Vendor shall provide two (2) copies of operator and maintenance manuals upon delivery

· Delivery shall be F.O.B. (freight on board) destination, and shipping costs to be included with bid.

· Vendor to provide training on equipment operation and maintenance upon delivery.

· Vendor shall be an authorized dealer or manufacturer.

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.

General Specifications:

The tractor shall meet the following specifications.

All Attachments must be compatible with the compact utility tractor quoted by the vendor. Warranty protection: Standard Manufacturer’s Warranty

Engine

· 42 Hp to 50 hp

· Diesel

· Liquid cooling

· EPA Final Tier 4 emission standards.

Transmission

· Hydrostatic or similar automatic transmission

Tires

· R3 turf tires

· Front not to exceed 27x8.50-15

· Rear not to exceed 41x14-20

· Wheel base not to exceed 70”

Hydraulics

· Minimum 10 gpm hydraulic pump

· PTO

· Central level control

· Rear control valves Misc.

· Rear mounted three point hitch system (hauling capacity of at least 2,100 lbs)

· Minimum front axle clearance of 6” minimum rear axle clearance of 11”

· Minimum turn radius of 8’

Attachments

· Front end loader with a minimum 60” bucket

· 72” mid mounted mower deck, auto connect

· Front mounted hydraulically operated 60” blade

· 48” front mounted pallet forks with minimum lifting capacity of 3500 lbs

COVID-19 PROTECTIONS: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor J.B. Pritzker issued Executive Order 2021-22 and 2021-23. These Executive Orders mandate certain contractors shall use face coverings, have COVID-19 vaccinations, or undergo testing for COVID-19 when in indoor public places, Health Care Facilities, Schools, Institutions of Higher Education, and State-owned and operated congregate facilities. Vendor shall adhere to the requirements of these Executive Orders as applied by the Agency. The Agency may also implement vaccination or testing requirements that exceed those in the Executive Orders.