D7 Material Spreaders

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of hydraulic, under-tailgate conveyor material spreaders by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for use in highway maintenance operations in Edwards County. The specification outlines the required features and accessories for the conveyor, including a minimum 18" wide conveyor belt, a 102" minimum conveyor body width, a temperature-rated belt for aggregate or hot asphalt use, and a reversible hydraulic drive system. Bidders must submit descriptive literature, meet minimum experience requirements, and provide warranty and service information. Optional equipment, such as a spinner assembly, chute extension, and DOT light package, may also be requested. The successful bidder must provide training and manuals, and the equipment will be subject to demonstration and approval by IDOT prior to acceptance. Bids are due by February 4, 2021, and the agency will evaluate bidders' ability to provide prompt parts and service as a factor in the award.

This procurement is for IDOT's direct use, and the agency reserves the right to waive minor informalities in the bids. No set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond are mentioned. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not specified, and the available budget range is also not provided.