Operations Portable Wheel Load Scales

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is seeking bids for the procurement of International Road Dynamics (IRD) PAT SAW 10C/III aluminum portable wheel load scales and electronic accessories. The scales will be purchased in sets of 8 units to ensure statewide standardization. The solicitation includes detailed specifications for the wheel load scales, including weight capacity, dimensions, certification, testing, operating capabilities, and performance features. Bidders must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the manufacture or distribution of the specified equipment and must submit descriptive literature, authorized dealer letters, and warranty information with their bids. IDOT will evaluate the bids based on the ability to meet the technical requirements and provide necessary service and support, and may consider an optional extended warranty for 1 or 2 years of parts, labor, and shipping.

The contract opportunity does not contain any small business, minority-owned, women-owned, or veteran-owned business set-aside goals. The resulting contract will have an initial term through June 30, 2026, with the total contract term not to exceed 10 years including any renewals or extensions. The contract may be partially or fully funded with federal dollars, and the percentage of federal funding will be disclosed to the awarded vendor. The contract was recently awarded to FL Walz Inc. for a total amount of $126,450.00, with the previous bid from Fairbanks Scales at $153,926.22.