Trailer Specs 4-8-26.docx
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- EMA - Equipment Trailers - SM
- Solicitation number
- 26-588IEMA-OPERA-B-51899
- Issued by
- Sangamon County, Illinois
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This is a equipment specification document from the State of Illinois for a small business set-aside procurement of equipment trailers to support flood mitigation operations. The State seeks to procure four (4) standardized flatbed equipment trailers designed to transport state-owned sandbagging machines for rapid statewide deployment during flood response operations. Each 16-foot by 72-inch minimum flatbed trailer will be equipped with tandem axles featuring dual 7,000-pound capacity axles with 16-inch, 10-ply load E rated tires, a pressure-treated 2x8 wood deck, and a minimum 14,000-pound gross vehicle weight rating. Additional specifications include a heavy-duty drop-down ramp with #9 gauge expanded metal, four corner stabilizing braces constructed of adjustable 2-inch square tube steel, minimum six D-ring tie-down points, electric brakes on both axles, a 7-pin connector with LED lighting, and a lockable steel toolbox mounted at the front of the trailer. The siderails and ramps are designed to be removable using pin systems to facilitate equipment loading and unloading.
The specification document indicates this is a small business set-aside procurement with delivery required to 4800 Rodger Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703. The trailers must feature a steel frame with corrosion-resistant finish and include a 2 5/16-inch ball coupler to ensure compatibility with standard towing vehicles. The document does not specify response dates, due dates, award dates, contract terms, pricing information, or renewal options.
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Sandbagging Equipment Transport Trailers-4 Units
1. Purpose The purpose of this solicitation is to procure four (4) standardized equipment trailers to support the transportation and rapid deployment of state-owned sandbagging machines. These trailers will ensure timely mobilization of flood mitigation resources across the State of Illinois.
2. Operational Need Recent flood response operations and preparedness efforts have identified a critical gap in the State’s ability to rapidly transport sandbagging equipment. While sandbagging machines have been procured, dedicated transportation capability does not currently exist.
This procurement ensures sandbagging assets are ready for immediate deployment, particularly during high-risk flood periods.
3. Capability Overview The trailers will provide:
- Dedicated transport for sandbagging machines
- Rapid statewide deployment capability
- Support for flood fight operations including levee reinforcement, infrastructure protection, and community sandbag distribution
4. Quantity Requested Four (4) Equipment Trailers
5. Equipment Transport Configuration Each trailer will be capable of transporting one (1) sandbagging machine, associated accessories, and limited additional cargo.
6. Required Specifications Trailer Type: Flatbed equipment trailer
Core Requirements:
- Length: 16 feet x 72 inches minimum. Trailer shall be equipped with 1-foot tall siderail constructed with minimum 2-inch by 2-inch by 1/8th-inch thick angle iron. The passenger side siderail needs to be removable by use of a pin system.
- Axles: Tandem axle (2-7,000-pound axles) 8 lug hubs paired with 16-inch, 10-ply (load E rated tires)
- Decking: Pressure-treated 2x8 wood deck
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Minimum 14,000 lbs.
Additional Features:
- Heavy-duty drop-down ramp with ¾ inch #9 gauge expanded metal welded at every joint. The frame of the ramp shall be constructed with minimum 2-inch by 2-inch by 1/8th inch thick angle iron. The ramps shall be easily removed by pin.
The trailer needs to be equipped with 4 trailer stabilizing braces at each corner. The stabilizing braces shall be constructed of 2-inch square tube by 1/8th thick steel. The stabilizing braces need to be adjustable to allow for use on uneven ground.
The trailer couplers need to come with a 2 5/16th inch ball.
- Minimum six (6) D-ring tie-down points
- Electric brakes on both axles
- 7-pin connector with LED lighting
- Steel frame with corrosion-resistant finish Trailer shall come equipped with a lockable steel toolbox in the same width as the deck, mounted at the front of the trailer
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