D 3 Liquid Aphalt Tank

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is seeking bids for a trailer-mounted, insulated, and heated liquid asphalt storage tank with a minimum capacity of 1,000 gallons. The tank must be capable of towing at highway speeds and equipped with a pumping system for filling and dispensing asphalt emulsion. The trailer must have tandem axles, leaf spring suspension, and a 20,000 lb. 3-inch pintle hitch. Optional equipment includes an LED arrow board. Bidders must provide descriptive literature, proof of manufacturing experience, and availability of parts and service within Illinois. Training on operation and maintenance is required upon delivery. The solicitation requires newly manufactured equipment without any remanufactured or reconditioned items, and only bids from established manufacturers or authorized dealers will be accepted. Delivery must be made FOB destination during regular business hours, and the merchandise and invoice must be received prior to August 1, 2018, as the funding lapses on August 31, 2018.

The contract opportunity is for St. Clair County within the state of Illinois. No set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond are provided. The solicitation does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and no information on possible award values or budget ranges is included.