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TOWN OF GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR
TENDER FOR ONE NEW 2016 TANDEM TRUCK SNOW PLOW WITH SPREADER DUMP (FLYER)
TENDER #16012102
General Conditions 1. All taxes must be included. 2. Unit shall not be a prototype, must be in production for at least two years, and have a proven record of mechanical reliability. 3. Tenders which are incomplete, conditional, obscure, or qualified may be rejected as invalid. 4. The equipment list in the Town’s specifications must be furnished whether or not included in the standard manufacturer’s specifications. 5. The term “standard” is defined as that equipment listed or shown as standard equipment at no extra cost in the manufacturer’s current publication. 6. Deviations from specifications must be noted with the bid proposal. Deviations will be considered informalities in bidding and may not be accepted by the Town. 7. In case of tie low bids, the Town reserves the right to use the most expedient means available to arrive at an award. 8. Public Tendering Opening: 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 8, 2016 at the Town Office, 5 High Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL A2A 2J8. 9. This tender is not intended to exclude standard equipment or products unless the words “no substitute” are included in the description. 10. Emailed tenders will only be accepted as a change to the tender already received. 11. Prices quoted must be F.O.B. Public Works Depot, 1-3 Bayley Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.
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12. The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor reserves the right to reject any or all tenders and to accept any bid deemed to be in the Town’s best interest. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. 13. For further technical information or clarification please contact: Wayne Tait, Superintendent of Public Works Cell: 709-486-4687 Fax: 709-489-0215 14. Sealed tenders marked “TENDER FOR ONE NEW 2016 TANDEM TRUCK SNOW PLOW WITH SPREADER DUMP (FLYER)” are to be addressed and delivered on or before 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 8, 2016 to: Susanne Hillier Purchasing Officer Town of Grand Falls-Windsor 5 High Street P.O. Box 439 Grand Falls-Windsor, NL A2A 2J8 Phone: 709-489-0422 Fax: 709-292-0019 Email:
[email protected] 15. Vehicles/equipment purchased by the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor are/is not to be released to the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor without written authorization of the Town’s Purchasing Department. 16. Brand names or brand name indicators, makes, and model numbers contained herein are for reference only in regards to the type, level of quality, and durability that the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor will accept as a minimum in these specifications. 17. Bidders must meet specifications of original tender document of record held at the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor Purchasing Office. The Town of Grand
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Falls-Windsor reserves the right, at any time, to reject a tender that has been altered from the original tender document issued to all bidders. 18. Bidders should enclose descriptive literature as part of this proposal. Equipment is to be completely serviced by the dealer before unit is delivered, subject to inspection and approval by the Town. The Town will secure its own license plates. 19. It is the individual bidder’s responsibility to ensure that all addenda/um have been received and included in the bid price. If applicable, please note addenda/um on tender summary page. 20. The bidder must be a manufacturer, a factory branch, or an agent engaged in the business of selling, dealing in and servicing the equipment bid upon, and must maintain a reasonable stock of parts. An adequate supply of parts must be available within a twenty-four hour period. 21. Please state all warranties pertinent to this vehicle and its component parts.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR NEW 2016 TANDEM TRUCK SNOW PLOW WITH SPREADER DUMP (FLYER) Tenders are invited for the supply of one new (not used) 2016 Tandem Truck Snow Plow with Spreader Dump (Flyer).
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TRUCK CHASSIS
Dimensions (a)
Cab to axle dimension to be determined by truck chassis supplier. Must be compatible to dump body dimensions included in specs. Cab to Axle:
(b)
Wheelbase: To be determined by truck chassis supplier. Must be compatible to dump body dimensions included in specs (spreader or Ubody dump, whichever option is selected) which allows most effective weight distribution. Note: Wheelbase to be optimized to accommodate the shortest possible turning radius to facilitate sanding/plowing operations in cul-de-sacs. Wheelbase:
(c)
Gross vehicle weight shall be a minimum of 68,000 lbs. Yes
No
Front Axle (a)
Front axle capacity to be a minimum of 22,000 lbs., c/w shock absorbers. Front axle to be set back 12” to 14” from normal in order to obtain a more equitable weight distribution when loaded and to accommodate a shorter radius to facilitate sanding/plowing operations in cul-de-sacs. Front Axle Setback:
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(b)
The front suspension of the truck shall allow for the weight of the wing attachment and shall keep the truck cab in a level position at all times. Right hand side spring build-up or right side auxiliary airbag option required. Yes
No
Rear Axles (a)
Rear axle capacity to be a minimum of 46,000 lbs. with 56” spread. Rear axles to be equipped with driver controlled differential lock-up. Yes
(b)
Rear axles to be equipped with inter-axle power divider controlled by air from a dash-mounted switch. Yes
(c)
No
Rear axles shall be single speed type with optimal gear ratio for operating on grades in excess of 12% while plowing snow and carrying a full load of road salt. Note: The Town shall approve the gear ratio and have the option to change the gear ratio prior to ordering at no additional charge if necessary. Yes
(d)
No
No
Rear axles to be equipped with minimum 46,000 lb. Hendrickson HMX suspension Tuff-Trac or pre-approved equal. No spring type suspension permitted on rear axle. Yes
No
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Brakes (a)
The chassis shall be equipped with a minimum 19.0 CFM compressor and full air brake (linings to be asbestos free). Front brake size: 16.5” x 6” minimum. Yes
(b)
Low pressure warning alarm required complete with an air pressure protection valve to ensure air pressure priority for the truck air brake system. Yes
(c)
No
Drain valves on all air tanks with actuating cords extended for easy access to operator and clearly identified. Yes
(d)
No
No
Piggy back spring loaded park brake shall be supplied c/w anchor lock chambers and Bendix automatic slack adjustors, or pre-approved equal, (linings to be asbestos free). Park brake control to be located in centre of dashboard and be conveniently accessible. Yes
No
Steering (a)
Steering shall be full power. Yes
(b)
No
Air brake inversion valve to prevent compounding of rear brakes. Yes
No
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(c)
Stemco type seals, or equivalent, shall be installed on front and rear axles. Yes
No
Fuel Tank (a)
Truck shall be equipped with one step type fuel tank. Minimum capacity of tank shall be 100 US gallons. Tank shall be made of aluminum. Yes
No
Air Dryer (a)
Bendix AD-9, or equivalent, air dyer shall be supplied for the air brake system. Yes
No
Tires/Wheels (a)
Rear: 16 ply – 11R x 22.5 M/S XDE Michelin Radials, or pre-approved equal, c/w white steel wheels with 8.5” rims (Hub Piloted). Size of tires and wheels to meet or exceed the maximum axle GAWR. Rear: Specify Type and Size
(b)
Front: 20 ply – 445-65R x 22.5 Bridgestone M844F Tubeless Radials, or preapproved equal, c/w white steel wheels with 12.25” rims (Hub Piloted). Size of tires and wheels to meet or exceed the maximum axle GAWR. Front: Specify Type and Size
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(c)
All wheels are to be equipped with fluorescent “wheel checks” on each wheel lug prior to delivery. Yes
No
Chassis (a)
Truck chassis must be double channel frame with frame extension as required. Yes
(b)
No
Chassis to be equipped with two tow hooks at the front and two tow hooks at the rear for a total of four unobstructed tow hooks. Yes
(c)
No
Chassis to be equipped with heavy-duty shock absorbers. Yes
No
Frame (a)
Heavy-duty frame for service as snow plow. Yes
(b)
No
High strength steel with the following minimums: RBM – 282,462 N.m. (2,500,000 lbf. in.) RBM
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Section Modulus – 328 cm3 (20 in3) Section Modulus Chassis frame must extend 304.8 mm (12”) from the front of the truck. Frame extension must be double frame as well. Yes (c)
Reinforcement, if necessary, must be consistent with the whole chassis. Yes
(d)
No
Bolt-on chassis extension is unacceptable. Yes
(e)
No
No
Front bumper to be supplied. Yes
No
Transmission (a)
The engine shall be equipped with Allison 4000 RDS series automatic transmission, or equivalent - preference is programmed with a third gear hold when PTO is engaged. Yes
No
Electrical (a)
This work to be completed at factory. Yes
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(b)
Minimum three maintenance batteries. Yes
(c)
No
Batteries to be mounted on passenger side as follows: Option 1: Under front passenger side door (preferred). Yes
No
Option 2: Along outside chassis rail, approximately 3’ from back of cab and must not interfere with wing mast. Yes (d)
Battery box to be well sealed against weather and have external battery posts installed. Yes
(e)
No
Alternator – Minimum 160 amp 33SI. Yes
(h)
No
Battery terminals to be fully insulated and color coded. Yes
(g)
No
Battery cables to have sufficient slack and be wrapped in wire loom where necessary in order to prevent chafing. Yes
(f)
No
No
Starter - MT 42, or equivalent, with over-crank protection. Yes
No
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(i)
Block heater – Minimum 115-200 volts 1500 watts – to be installed in block, not tank heater. Yes
No
Auxiliary Wiring (a)
Truck must clearly indicate where the auxiliary wiring connections for snow equipment should be wired to truck. Yes
(b)
No
Connectors for auxiliary wiring for snow equipment to be weather type plug in. Yes
No
Reverse Alarm (a)
Back-up warning light and alarm. Yes
(b)
Audible at the rear of the truck and engaged by shifting the vehicle into reverse. Yes
(c)
No
Alarm to be mounted in a protected area. Yes
(d)
No
No
Separate switch for lights. Yes
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Lighting (a)
Halogen headlights, or equivalent. Yes
(b)
Halogen plow lights including signal lights in metal housing, or equivalent. Yes
(c)
No
All signal lights, tail lights, and flashing lights to be LED type. Yes
(f)
No
Blue strobe lights mounted at rear top sides of dump. Yes
(e)
No
Cab mounted strobe light (blue). Yes
(d)
No
No
Halogen driving lights to be mounted on mirrors. Yes
No
Hitch (a)
35 ton towing package with quick connect electric and quick connect air for trailer. Yes
(b)
No
Must have chassis tow hooks on front and rear. Yes
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Driveline (a)
Truck driveline and inter-axle driveline to be Spicer heavy-duty, or preapproved equal, complete with lifetime sealed and lubricated joints designed to meet severe duty applications, i.e., snow clearing operations, etc. Yes
No
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TRUCK ENGINE
(a)
The engine shall be six cylinder diesel, wet sleeved fully rebuildable engine model using DEF technology to meet emission standards. Yes
(b)
No
Horsepower – Minimum 450 HP. Horsepower:
(c)
RPM
Torque – Minimum 1650 ft-lbs. Torque:
(d)
HP @
HP @
RPM
Specify engine warranty: Engine Warranty:
(e)
Engine extended warranty for 7 years/250,000 miles to be priced as option. Option Price:
(f)
Engine to be compliant with all emissions standards applicable for operation in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Note: This vehicle may be operated for extended periods at low speeds. Yes
(g)
No
This engine shall be equipped with: Dry element air cleaner. Yes
No
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Full flow replacement canister type oil filter. Yes
No
One block heater, installed. Yes
No
Locking type hand throttle or an electronic, programmable engine RPM system. Yes
No
Passenger side horizontal exhaust with horizontal muffler c/w heat shield and curved tailback spout or rain cap extended 6” above the cab box protector. Yes
No
Heavy-duty radiator. Yes
No
Engine fan to be two speed clutch type fan or a modulating electronic controlled fan. Yes
No
Engine brake. Yes
No
Low oil pressure – high coolant temperature engine shut off or warning system. Yes
No
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Intake heater to be grid type, or equivalent. Yes (h)
The engine electrical system shall be 12 volts with a minimum 160 amp brushless alternator, a minimum of three batteries having a minimum total 2775 CCA at 0 degrees F and a 320 minute reserve capacity at 80 degrees F, and heavy-duty electric start. Yes
(i)
No
Engine and transmission oil base pans to be coated with epoxy paint (glass shield or equivalent if applicable). Aluminum and composite material base pans will not require glass shield. Yes
(m)
No
Unit to come equipped with an external transmission oil cooler and filter. Yes
(l)
No
The engine shall have antifreeze protection to -40 degrees C. Yes
(k)
No
The engine shall be equipped with an Allison automatic six speed transmission c/w TranSynd synthetic fluid. Transmission to be programmed for optimal shift performance for use in plowing and sanding operations. Yes
(j)
No
No
Lighting shall conform to the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador Motor Vehicle Act and Industrial Safety Act. Yes
No
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(n)
All lighting to be LED where possible c/w waterproof connectors. Yes
(o)
Batteries and battery box located away from tire and road spray or otherwise sealed to prevent erosion. Battery to be located in a sealed and vented non-corrosive container. Yes
(p)
No
No
Protection, in addition to the standard cover, must be provided for batteries to keep salt, etc., from gathering on top or entering box. Supplier to ensure location and protection with minimum corrosion including additional mud flaps where possible. Yes
No
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TRUCK CAB
(a)
Must have a fully enclosed safety cab, steel with fiberglass tilt bonnet and fenders. Fenders to be outfitted with flexible full coverage rubber fender extension around the entire wheel opening. Hood must have hood latches for easy maintenance, i.e., oil checks. Aluminum cab may be considered with suitable warranty. Yes
(b)
Driver’s seat shall be premium quality air suspension type with multiple adjustments for height, suspension, back support, and high quality cloth construction. Yes
(c)
No
Cab shall be equipped with driver and passenger armrests. Yes
(f)
No
Cab shall be equipped with heavy-duty rubber floor mats conforming to the truck floor. Yes
(e)
No
Passenger’s seat shall be non-suspension type matching the driver’s seat and be able to seat one person. Yes
(d)
No
No
Cab shall be equipped with electric, variable speed, intermittent wipers c/w arctic blades and wash system having the largest available reservoir option. Yes
No
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(g)
Cab shall be equipped with dual, lighted, heated, adjustable, stainless steel, breakaway style west coast mirrors, size in range of 6” x 16”. Yes
(h)
Extra heated mirrors must be installed on driver and passenger side below west coast mirror so driver can see spinner and passenger’s side blind spot. Mirrors to be approximately 8” convex type. Yes
(i)
No
Cab shall be equipped with dual air horns and snow shields. Yes
(n)
No
Cab shall be equipped with driver and passenger sun visors. Yes
(m)
No
Cab shall be equipped with a 3-speed heater/defroster and air conditioner. Yes
(l)
No
Cab shall be equipped with driver and passenger grab handles. Yes
(k)
No
Cab shall be equipped with a heated mirror mounted to the front passenger side of the hood to allow the operator to view the wing. Final location of this mirror to be approved by the Town. Yes
(j)
No
No
Cab shall be equipped with a quiet custom interior package with heavyduty installation. Yes
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(o)
Cab shall be equipped with AM/FM CD radio. Yes
(p)
Cab instruments shall include the following: tachometer, speedometer and odometer, voltage meter or ammeter, oil pressure gauge, coolant temperature gauge, transmission temperature gauge, air pressure gauge, fuel gauge, and key start switch. Yes
(q)
No
Cab shall be equipped with adjustable tilt steering column. Yes
(u)
No
Passenger door to be equipped with a lower visibility window. Passenger side look-down mirror acceptable. Yes
(t)
No
Cab shall be equipped with electric powered door windows that are operated by switches accessible from the driver’s seat. Yes
(s)
No
Cab shall be equipped with two sets of seat belts and have lap and shoulder harnesses. Yes
(r)
No
No
Right cab door to be equipped with a lower blind spot view safety window or a look-down heated mirror – to be installed if first option isn’t available. Specify:
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(v)
Cab to have suitable means of access and egress by means of appropriate steps and grab handles to allow 3-point entry and exit. Yes
(w)
Cab to be equipped with cup holders in centre console. Yes
(x)
No
No
First aid kit, flare kit, and fire extinguisher to be supplied. Yes
No
Paint (a)
All paint to be compatible and come from same manufacturer. Yes
(b)
All metal to be sand blasted to a minimum 1.5 mil. Yes
(c)
No
Primer to be high build epoxy 5 mils dry film. Yes
(e)
No
All metal to be cleaned, degreased, and primed. Yes
(d)
No
No
Top coat to be high gloss urethane 2 mils dry film. Yes
No
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(f)
Finished color to be municipal white. Yes
(g)
No
Paint warranty coverage against cracking and checking, blistering, peeling, fading or significant loss of color, hazing, or chalking leading to a loss of gloss. Yes
No
Other (a)
One safety prop provided to support tilt section when in maximum raised position and one body prop to support the dump body when raised to a 35 degree angle. Yes
(b)
Side board extension pockets required. Yes
(c)
No
No
Tarpaulin hooks to be mounted on top of dump in such a manner as to facilitate the complete coverage of material in the dump. Yes
No
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TRUCK BLADE (REVERSIBLE)
(a)
11’, power reversible front snow plow blade – Larochelle Model LRB1142TE, or equivalent. Yes
(b)
Width of blade at 0 degree angle to be 11’. Yes
(c)
No
Cutting edge must be ¾” x 6”. Blades must be double edge equipped with carbide cutting edges fronted with a mild steel cutting edge. Yes
(h)
No
Reversing mechanism – two 3” x 9” double acting cylinders. Yes
(g)
No
Mouldboard material to be steel. Yes
(f)
No
Mouldboard height to be approximately 42”. Yes
(e)
No
Warranty of one year on parts and labour must be supplied. Yes
(d)
No
No
Multiple section trip blade activation to be compression springs. Yes
No
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(i)
Required angles – 0 degree angle to approximately 40 degrees angle either direction. Yes
(j)
Color – Blades must be painted a high conspicuous color for maximum night visibility. Preferred standard commercial equipment yellow or an alternative bright orange are recommended. Yes
(k)
No
The blade and harness to be mounted to the truck with a quick coupler system. Yes
(o)
No
Valves to hook this blade to unit must be either air or lever controlled – cables not acceptable. Yes
(n)
No
Must be equipped with a retractable parking stand. Yes
(m)
No
A rubber flap 16” wide, ½” thick – the length of blade to be installed to act as a snow deflector. Yes
(l)
No
No
The quick coupler hoses for blade angle must be routed and mounted to match the truck connections just to the left of the plow hitch on the left front side (driver’s side) of the truck plow frame at a height close to the top of the truck frame rails. Yes
No
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(p)
All blades to have curb runners installed. Yes
(q)
Reflecting signs (approximately 6” x 12” of conspicuity tape) to be highly visible to traffic approaching from the rear must be installed on the back at the outer (discharge) ends of the blades. Yes
(r)
No
Two push frame shoes are required, LS 5000 or equivalent. Yes
(v)
No
Grade 8 bolts shall be used to secure the cutting edge to the mouldboard. Yes
(u)
No
The cutting edge shall be covered with a full length Craig #1527 protector (16 mm x 203 mm or 5/8” x 8”) cutting edge, or equivalent. Yes
(t)
No
Durable flexible bright flag stick position indicators to provide the operator with a visual reference of the position of the extreme outer end of the blade must be installed on the top back of the blade at the outer (discharge) ends. Yes
(s)
No
No
Hole spacing on mouldboard to be: First hole 50.8 mm (2”) on centre from edge. All remaining holes to be 203.2 mm (8”) on centre for length of mouldboard. Yes
No
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(w)
Provision shall be made on both sides of plow for mounting safety flags. Yes
(x)
No
Mouldboard shape shall incorporate sufficient curl to permit high speed plowing. Yes
No
Springs (a)
A mouldboard spring tripping device shall be provided. Yes
(b)
The safety trip mechanism shall be pre-loaded by two heavy-duty adjustable springs made from minimum 18 mm (3/4”) wire. Yes
(c)
No
No
If compression springs are used, mechanism shall be covered/shielded to prevent an accident resulting from spring tension failure. Yes
No
Mounting (a)
The plow shall be attached to the truck such that access to the engine compartment with a forward tilting hood is relatively easy by a single operator. Yes
No
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(b)
If a tilting harness is required to provide this access, it shall be a hydraulic tilting mechanism operated from within the cab. Yes
(c)
This shall be accomplished by using a Larochelle L1901, or equivalent. When plow is mounted in conjunction with a wing, a Larochelle L1826/L1348/L1433, or equivalent, should be used. Yes
(d)
No
All mounting attachments to be grade 8 bolts with self-locking nuts. Yes
(i)
No
Cheek plates attached to frame rails shall have cross bracing connecting them to each other. Yes
(h)
No
Cheek plate thickness to be 15 mm (5/8”). Yes
(g)
No
Lifting hook plates to be 15 mm (5/8”). Yes
(f)
No
The plow harness should be designed to minimize stress on the truck chassis. Yes
(e)
No
No
Attachment of plow to truck shall be done in such a manner that the plow is permitted to float and oscillate to follow ground contours. Yes
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(j)
Plow and wing to be mounted and overlapped in such a manner so as to not produce any snow windrow after. Yes
No
Operation (a)
The various plow functions shall be operated via air controlled selfcentering heavy-duty metal switches (plastic not acceptable) supplied by the truck’s air brake system. Yes
(b)
All metal switches shall be air controlled, feather touch joysticks and shall be appropriately identified as to function. Yes
(c)
No
Switches shall be placed in a manner to prevent accidental use while permitting driver to operate them from a seated position. Yes
(d)
No
No
The plow quick-connect must have a locking device on the switch control to prevent accidents resulting from the operator dropping the plow. Yes
No
Filters and Screens (a)
Return filters shall be Purolator F4E050. Yes
No
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Plow Hydraulics (a)
Suction Screen shall be Purolator P50-2, Champion #32668, or equivalent, 10 micron filtration unit. Yes
No
Control Valve (a)
Control valve shall be commercial Shearing Metering Valve controlled. Yes
No
Other (a)
Lights: One pair of headlamps, including turn signals, mounted on a reinforced section of the truck hood for stability shall be visible over the plow while not obstructing driver’s visibility. Yes
(b)
No
Complete illustrated parts list and installation instructions for plow to be provided. Yes
No
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SNOW LEVELLING WING
General (a)
Right hand mounted, hydraulically operated levelling wing shall be operated from within the truck cab. Yes
(b)
No
Wing plow shall be capable of tripping a minimum of 20 degrees. Yes
No
Mouldboard (a)
Heavy-duty construction. Yes
(b)
Length: Minimum 3658 mm (144”). Yes
(c)
No
Thickness: Minimum 4.76 mm (7 gauge). Yes
(d)
No
No
Hole spacing on mouldboard to be: First hole 50.8 mm (2”) on centre from edge. All remaining holes to be 203.2 mm (8”) on centre for length of mouldboard. Yes
No
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(e)
Cutting edge length: Minimum 3353 mm (132”). To be fitted with carbide tipped cutting edges and standard wing shoe. Yes
(f)
No
Cutting edges shall be covered with a full length Craig #1525 protector (16 mm x 203 mm or 5/8” x 8”) cutting edge, or equivalent. Yes
No
Mounting (a)
Wing shall be mounted to truck using an open type rear tower and front post design or 9.5 mm (3/8”) box type mounting. Yes
(b)
Posts shall be supported approximately 2/3 from bottom if open design and braced half way from bottom if box type design. Yes
(c)
No
Wing plow shall be equipped with a travel positioner or some method to provide unrestricted vision through the passenger side window for the operator at all times. Yes
(e)
No
Shall have Tenco TC-4-8-30 degree wing hinge or equivalent. Yes
(d)
No
No
The push arms shall be free to pivot in their mounts to allow safe storage against the wing when the wing is not mounted. Yes
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(f)
Rubber bumper on wing stop. Yes
(g)
Wing shall not interfere with mirror when in raised position. Yes
(h)
No
The rear post slide assembly shall be positioned at right angles to the push arms when in normal operating position. The slide must extend the full length of the tower. Yes
(k)
No
The bottom of the front post is to be equipped with a post shoe at a clearance of approximately 254 mm (10”) from ground level. Yes
(j)
No
Front and rear posts heights should be a minimum of 1524 mm (60”) high. Yes
(i)
No
No
Rear wing tower support arms must be bolted to tower and chassis bracket. Yes
No
Hydraulics (a)
Adjustable air regulator must be on the air supply line for hydraulic system. Yes
No
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(b)
Wing should be supplied complete with all hoses, valves, and hydraulics required facilitating its attachment to the truck. Yes
(c)
No
The wing lift and angle controls shall be fully hydraulic with metering valves controllable from the operator’s seat. Cable retraction, etc., is not acceptable. Yes
No
Safety Chains (a)
Two safety chains of sufficient strength to fully support the wing in the carry position while travelling are required. Yes
(b)
Chains are to be located away from the hydraulic cylinders. Yes
(c)
No
No
Chains shall be attached to plow and wing with shackles, not by the weld chain method. Yes
No
Note: Cast steel not acceptable in push arms, pivot points, and cylinders. Truck Description and Model # meeting above specifications
Company Name: Authorized Company Representative Signature: 34
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
General (a)
Unit to be plumbed for a reversible blade, a one-way front blade, and a wing plow. Truck must have an extra control valve in the cab and an 8 valve bank on the exterior. No manual switching of valves to allow operation of the reversible blade is acceptable. Yes
No
Pump (a)
Crank shaft driven Muncie Power-Miser dry valve tandem pump, or equivalent Parker, to supply all hydraulics. Yes
(b)
Muncie Power-Miser tandem pump PT #1 SPML Serial # W104-16259-1414-7 CFCL, or equivalent Parker. Yes
(c)
No
Both sides of pump to be supplied with oil with two separate lines from tank. Yes
(e)
No
Hydraulic pump assembly 71 litres/min (19 GPM) tandem gear pump. Yes
(d)
No
No
Pump driveshaft to be of the tube sliding spine type design. Yes
No 35
(f)
Bolt on safety guard of 6 mm (1/4”) steel plate to be provided over pump shaft covering entire exposed shaft and shall not interfere with hood opening. Yes
(g)
Pump mounting must be on main frame chassis. Yes
(h)
No
No
Wiring and controls to be factory installed. Yes
No
Hydraulic Reservoir (a)
Capacity: Suggested approximately 105 litres (28 US gallons) and compatible with snow equipment components. Actual size to be based on snow equipment and manufacturer’s recommendations. Yes
(b)
Steel tank exterior to be sand blasted, degreased, primed, and painted. Yes
(c)
No
Reservoir to be fitted with a visual low level alarm and audible alarm located inside the vehicle cab. Alarm must be 90 dB, Grote 373120, or equivalent. Yes
(d)
No
No
Tank to be part of or bolted to chassis. Yes
No
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(e)
Outlet from tank to inlet of pump to be compatible with the hose dimensions. Yes
(f)
Tank to include: 305 mm (12”) diameter clean out cover with drain plug. Tank to have easily accessible raised filler pipe (minimum 6”) angled at 30 degrees. Filler pipe must be easily accessible when dump body is in the lowered position. Yes
(g)
No
Filler breather with 10 micron rating. Yes
(j)
No
Suction strainer to be 10 micron absolute filtration unit with bypass valve (one per pump suction hose). Yes
(i)
No
10 micron absolute return line filter (227 litres per minute) with built in full flow bypass and ball type shut-off valve. Yes
(h)
No
No
Oil level/temperature gauge. Yes
No
Suction Hose (a)
Pump Suction Hose: Minimum 31.75 mm (1.25”) ID. Fluid velocity of 0-1.5 m/sec. (0 – 5’/sec.). Yes
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(b)
Single wire spiral reinforcement with easily accessible ball shut off valves on both lines to meet or exceed all SAE specifications for suction line. Shut off valve to be installed in such a way that it is easily accessible from the passenger’s side without having to crawl underneath the truck or raise the dump body to gain access. Full shut off capability must be from the passenger’s side with no additional components required. Yes
(c)
No
Two 31.75 mm (1.25”), minimum, pump suction hoses to supply oil to pump. These hoses to be continuous from the hydraulic reservoir. Yes
No
Pressure Lines (a)
Pump Discharge Hoses: Minimum 19 mm (3/4”) ID. Fluid velocity of 3-4.6 m/sec. (10-15‘/sec.). Yes
(b)
Control Valve to Actuator Hoses: Minimum 12.7 mm (1/2”) ID. Fluid velocity of 3-4.6 m/sec. (10-15‘/sec.). Yes
(c)
No
Four braided wire hose on the two main pressure lines (SAE 100 R4). SAE 100 R2 (double wire braided hose) construction for all remaining pressure lines. Yes
(d)
No
No
Both pressure lines to have PVC shielding, or equivalent, covering their full length. Yes
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Return Lines (a)
SAE 100 R1 (single wire braided hose) construction. Yes
(b)
Easily accessible ball shut off valve to be installed on the return line on the hydraulic reservoir if the tank is mounted above the pump. Shut off valve to be installed in such a way that it is easily accessible from the passenger’s side without having to crawl underneath the truck or raise the dump body to gain access. Full shut off capability must be from the passenger’s side with no additional components required. Yes
(c)
No
No
Varied Sizes: Minimum 19 mm (3/4”) ID line. Fluid at velocity of 3-3.7 m/sec. (10-12’/sec.). Yes
No
Hydraulic Hoses (a)
Hose clamps not acceptable on pressure lines - punch lock or appropriate. Yes
(b)
Connections shall be made by pressure swivel end fittings with swivel ends unless otherwise noted. Yes
(c)
No
No
Hoses to be compatible with all mineral base fluids. Yes
No
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(d)
Note: Do not mix hose and fittings with that of different manufacturers. Hoses are not to be attached to battery/electrical cables. All mounting clamps to be insulated. Yes
(e)
No
PVC shielding, or equivalent, covering to be used where supply and return hoses move under normal operation which could result in chafing of the hoses. Yes
No
Main Control Valve (a)
Stackable type, Galtech, with stainless steel housing covers and piston ends required. Yes
(b)
Compatible to type of pump used in both maximum GPM and pressure ratings. Yes
(c)
No
Main pressure relief adjustable to the lessor of: 17,237 kA (2,500 psi) or the recommended peak pressure for the pump. Yes
(d)
No
No
Valve to be pneumatic (air) activated joy stick with feather touch action. Yes
No
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Hydraulic Control Box (a)
Valve to come fully installed inside an enclosure made of 11 gauge steel with a 14 gauge lid. The enclosure is to have a powder coated black paint (aluminum/stainless steel acceptable). Yes
(b)
All hardware is to be stainless steel. Yes
(c)
No
No
Valve to be mounted internally to a transition plate for improved sealing and easy removal for servicing if required. Yes
No
Control Console (a)
Centrally mounted control panel, to permit one man operation, located between driver’s and passenger’s seat to include the following hydraulic control lever positions: UP – either back or to the driver; DOWN – either forward or to the passenger. Levers shall be clearly labelled on handle as to the function. Yes
(b)
No
Heavy-duty toggle switches for electrical attachments. Must be factory installed and dash mounted. Yes
No
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Other (a)
All hoses, valves, fittings, etc., to provide a fully operating system shall be provided. Yes
(b)
Warranty on hydraulic components must be a minimum of twelve months. Yes
(c)
No
No
All hydraulic hoses and valves shall be installed outside the cab. Yes
No
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SPREADER DUMP
General (a)
Body to have rear discharge from the tailgate when operating as a dump body and to have discharge from the front of the driver’s side when operating as a spreader. The spreader discharge to be done with the passenger side of the body lifting to shift material to the conveyor which is to be located on the full length of the driver’s side of the body. Yes
No
Body Dimensions (a)
Length: 15’ (inside), sides 39” high, and tailgate 51” high. Yes
No
Capacity (a)
13.2 cu. yd. (waterline). Yes
No
Construction (a)
Long sills: 10” I-Beams (25.4 lb./ft.). Yes
(b)
No
Floor: ¼” Hardox HB 450 steel 218,000 psi. Yes
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(c)
Tailgate: ¼” Hardox HB 450 steel 218,000 psi. Yes
(d)
Sides and Front: 3/16” Hardox HB 450 steel with no vertical or horizontal reinforcements. Yes
(e)
No
The right body side is one piece and is integral with side lifting floor. Yes
(i)
No
Two side tilt cylinders are anchored to the I-Beam sill and can be serviced with ease. Yes
(h)
No
Floor has honeycomb reinforcement for added rigidity and strength. Yes
(g)
No
24” cab shield and installed at factory to suit truck cab height. Yes
(f)
No
No
The side tilt cylinders can raise the floor evenly without need for flow dividers. Yes
No
Conveyor (a)
Approximately 18” wide, full length of the body. Yes
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(b)
Chain to be 667X, self-cleaning pintle type. Yes
(c)
Conveyor Floor: ¼” Hardox HB steel. Yes
(d)
No
Left discharge chute is Tenelene material. Yes
(j)
No
Gearbox is 25:1 ratio c/w bronze worm gear. Yes
(i)
No
Conveyor hinge pins are constructed of stainless steel and greasable. Yes
(h)
No
Conveyor chain adjustment is through two grease rams located at the rear. Yes
(g)
No
Conveyor cover designed to stay in body when used as a spreader. Yes
(f)
No
Conveyor Cover: ¼” Hardox HB steel. Yes
(e)
No
No
Urethane spinner disk is 18” in diameter. Yes
No
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(k)
Front discharge system (gearbox, sprockets, and shaft) can be easily removed for repair using a split shaft design. Yes
(l)
No
Conveyor light controlled by switch in cab. Light to be LED. Yes
No
Spinner Discharge (a)
Spinner light controlled by switch in cab. Light to be LED. Yes
(b)
No
Hoses to spinner to be fitted with quick couplers and a bulkhead bracket on chassis of truck. Yes
No
Hydraulics (a)
Front Mailhot telescopic hoist is CS type and has nitrated tubes. Yes
(b)
No
Two side tilt cylinders are double acting and have nitrated piston rods. Yes
No
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Miscellaneous (a)
Tailgate is air locking with switch in cab. Yes
(b)
Body includes LED marker lights, four mud flaps, and safety stickers. Yes
(c)
No
Ladders required to be permanently attached on passenger rear and driver front side with a hinged bottom section for easy access. Sliding ladder style is also acceptable. Driver side is also acceptable in case where the passenger side of the dump body rises causing material to shift towards the driver side of the dump body. Yes
(g)
No
Body has rear access panel for quick access to chain, sprockets, and adjusters. Yes
(f)
No
Body includes built in safety prop for both dump and side tilt. Yes
(e)
No
Rear posts have oval cut-outs for grommet mounted lamps (two per post). Yes
(d)
No
No
Grease points tied to a central location(s). Yes
No
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(h)
Screens on body (show as option). Yes
(i)
No
One safety prop to support tilt section when in maximum raised position and one body prop to support the dump body when raised to a 15N angle (approximate). To be located at the front of the dump body only. Using the body prop must be a one person operation only. Yes
No
Finish (a)
Body is sand blasted, epoxy primed, and painted Town colors. Yes
No
Manuals (a)
Unit to be supplied with parts book and service manual within 30 days of delivery. Yes
No
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SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF PRE-WET SYSTEM (PRICE AS OPTION)
General (a)
Requirement of a dedicated variable independent pre-wetting system. Must be controlled and capable of readout by the vehicle’s spreader control system (Compu-Spread CS-440 controller or equivalent). Yes
(b)
No
System operation is not to be done using the return oil of the conveyor. Yes
No
Storage (a)
Vehicle to be outfitted with a 600 L (minimum) capacity brine storage tank(s) made from polyethylene material. Yes
(b)
Tank(s) to be equipped with a visual level indicator and a liquid level sensor to prevent overfilling the tank(s). Sensor to be installed with an amber “fill” light. Light to be mounted in a location which is easily visible by the operator when in the process of filling the tank(s). Yes
(c)
No
Threaded clean out lid required on tank(s). Yes
(d)
No
No
To be mounted on vehicle under the body cab shield using steel constructed frames or if U-body dump option selected, securely mounted to the vehicle chassis along the length of the dump body. With the U-body 49
dump a combination of tanks under the cab shield and mounted to the truck chassis may be used if required to meet the minimum brine storage capacities. Yes (e)
Tank(s) to have 38.1 mm (1 ½”) quick fill cam lock connections with a vacuum protection vent. Yes
(f)
No
A three position, two way ball valve is to be installed on the line coming from the flush tank to prevent brine from entering the flush tank. Yes
(j)
No
All plumbing to include non-corrosive fittings, hoses, and line shut off valves. Also, to be outfitted with easy release cam lever couplers. Yes
(i)
No
A 30 L (approximate) flush tank system to be supplied and installed on vehicle with all necessary plumbing installed and operational. Yes
(h)
No
For filtration purposes, the system is to be equipped with a 38.1 mm (1 ½”) stainless steel inline mesh brine filter/strainer that can be easily removed/cleaned. Yes
(g)
No
No
Shut off ball valves to be installed in the hose coming from the Y connector to the brine tanks. This allows continued brine operations in instances where there is damage to one of the brine tanks. Yes
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Pump/Motor (a)
The brine pump and pre-wet controller/motor must be enclosed in a weather tight stainless steel cabinet. Yes
(b)
Brine output is maximum 10 gpm. Yes
(c)
No
Hydraulic pressure of 2000 psi maximum. Yes
(f)
No
Hydraulic flow is 7 gpm. Yes
(e)
No
Brine system pressure is 150 psi. Yes
(d)
No
No
Must include a flow meter to supply the spreader control in-cab controller an electrical signal for calibration and proper operation. Must also include brine relief valve for system protection. Yes
No
Spray Bar (a)
Three nozzle (minimum) high flow setup which is mounted on the conveyor and is capable of adjustable heights based on the gate opening. Yes
No
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(b)
Nozzles to be easily removable for cleaning purposes. Yes
(c)
No
Check valve to be installed to prevent brine leakage. Yes
No
Electrical Cables (a)
All electrical cables are to have internal shielding and anti-wear mesh along with the ITT cannon weather tight connections for easy disconnect. Yes
No
Other In vehicle to be supplied with a U-body spreader dump and which requires prewetting capabilities, the following arrangement is required: (a)
Vehicle outfitted with 1170 L capacity (minimum) brine storage tanks made from polyethylene. Yes
(b)
Tanks to be located under the body side fenders and bolted to the truck chassis above the rear wheels. Tanks to remain stationary on truck chassis when body is raised. Yes
(c)
No
No
Gear or roller type brine pump directly powered by a hydraulic motor. Yes
No
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(d)
Relief valve in case of nozzle clogging. Yes
(e)
Flexible hoses: 19.05 mm (3/4”) and 38.1 mm (1 ½”) diameter with clamps, fittings, shut off valves, etc. Yes
(f)
No
Nozzles to be mounted at the outlet of the cross conveyor on the left (driver’s side). Yes
(k)
No
Mounting hardware. Yes
(j)
No
Over pressure protection system. Yes
(i)
No
Pump enclosure and reservoir brackets. Yes
(h)
No
Nozzles and anti-drip system. Yes
(g)
No
No
Plumbing to be installed which allows complete drainage of the brine storage tanks while being used in pre-wetting operations. Capability of only being able to use a partial amount of brine is not acceptable. Yes
No
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Manuals (a)
Complete manuals covering parts, service, and installation are to be supplied with each system. Yes
No
Description and Model # meeting above specifications
Company Name: Authorized Company Representative Signature:
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SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF MATERIAL DETECTION KIT
Material Detector (a)
To be installed and operational to monitor material coming off the truck’s conveyor. Yes
(b)
Composed of a limit switch and a stainless steel sweep – 127 mm (5”) in length. Yes
(c)
No
762 mm (30”) from the material detector there is a weather proof connector. Yes
(e)
No
To be installed on the gate on the left hand side (road side) of the conveyor on the discharge end with the wipe extending down past the gate opening by approximately 50.8 mm (2”). Yes
(d)
No
No
The rectangular box tubing surrounding the material detector is 3.175 mm (1/8”) thick, 50.8 mm x 76.2 mm (2” x 3”) and 114.3 mm (4.5”) long, capped on one end. It is to be fastened to the gate using two stainless steel bolts and nuts – 41.275 mm (1 5/8”) up from the open end and 41.275 mm (1 5/8”) spacing on centre with two 6.35 mm (1/4”) holes. A slot is to be cut in one side of the box tubing from the open end for the wiring. The wiring is to have weather proof casing. Yes
No
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(f)
The spreader control system must be linked to the material detector to relay information to the operator as to the presence of material being discharged. An alarm is to be set up through the in-cab spreader control panel which indicates an error code showing there is no material on the conveyor. The alarm must also sound with a beep to indicate this to the operator. Yes
(g)
No
The spreader control system must be capable of recording information from the material detection kit as part of the logged data. Yes
No
Installation (a)
To be performed by an official representative of the manufacturer. Yes
(b)
Installer to include all necessary components as required to complete the installation. Yes
(c)
No
No
Installer to install the system to the manufacturer’s specifications. Yes
No
Description and Model # meeting above specifications
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ELECTRIC WIRING
General Tenderers are advised that the following applies to wiring of equipment with spreader dump salt spreader. The following shall be in addition to the lighting requirement outlined in the main specification and if a conflict exists, this specification shall govern. (a)
Lighting is to be operated by factory installed in-cab switches. Yes
(b)
No
Lighting is not to interfere with the driver’s vision. Yes
No
Lighting System – Side Dump
Power Source (a)
Main power source to be taken from battery. Yes
No
Dome Light (a)
Blue LED light to be installed on dump canopy – Grote #76685, or equivalent. Yes
No
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(b)
All toggle switches to be heavy-duty – minimum 20 amp. Factory installed in truck dash. Yes
No
Junction Boxes (a)
Junction boxes must have easy access. Junction boxes to be filled with dielectric grease. Junction boxes to be located behind the cab in an easily accessible area. Yes
(b)
Wire from switches will be enclosed in fibre loom and exit cab through rubber grommet to a junction box located on lower rear hand side of cab. Yes
(c)
No
All wiring to be continuous from the junction box. No splicing of wires is acceptable. Yes
(f)
No
Box light, wing light, spinner light, conveyor light, clearance lights, back-up alarm, and license plate light to be individually loomed to junction box. Yes
(e)
No
Junction boxes are to be high impact, chemically resistant, and vapour proof. Yes
(d)
No
No
All cord or loom to be secured every 30 cm (12”) – maximum. Yes
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(g)
Wire connections made on a stud will be coated with dielectric grease. All other connections will be soldered and covered with shrink tube. Yes
No
Trailer Cord (a)
Seven wire trailer cord – minimum 14 gauge to be used from junction box to both left and right dump posts for strobe light, park/signal, and back-up lights. Yes
(b)
If multiple junction boxes are required behind the cab, seven wire trailer cord – minimum 14 gauge will run between the junction boxes. Yes
(c)
No
No
Cord must not be permitted to hang below chassis and shall be clamped a maximum of 30 cm (12”) apart. Cable ties not acceptable. Yes
No
Chassis Lights (a)
Original chassis lights and wiring to be removed. Wiring to be removed back to the manufacturer’s disconnect. Yes
No
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Rear Lighting (a)
Rear turn signal/tail lights are to be polycarbonate sealed lens flush mounted in dump corner posts and rear chassis rail. Lights to be LED – Grote #53962, or equivalent. Yes
(b)
Back-up lights are to be polycarbonate sealed flush mounted in dump corner posts. These lights and back-up alarm to work on transmission switch. Lights to be LED – Grote #62601, or equivalent. Yes
(c)
No
Blue strobe light to be mounted between truck chassis lights. Lights to be LED – Grote #77365, or equivalent. Yes
(f)
No
Two blue strobe lights to be mounted in rear dump posts – one in each tower. Lights to be LED – Grote #77365, or equivalent. Yes
(e)
No
Back-up alarm is to be mounted at the rear and connected to back-up light switch. Yes
(d)
No
No
License plate light to be of sealed type Duramold – Grote #60001, or equivalent. Yes
No
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(g)
Two rear turn signal/tail lights to be mounted on truck chassis both sides of blue strobe light. Lights to be LED – Grote #53962, or equivalent. Yes
No
Spinner Light (a)
LED spinner light to be mounted behind cab to illuminate both chain discharge opening and spinner. Yes
No
Conveyor Light (a)
LED conveyor light to be mounted behind cab to illuminate chain discharge opening. Yes
No
Wing Light (a)
Wing light to be mounted on wing travel positioner. Light to be LED – Grote #77365, or equivalent. Grommet to be Grote #92420, or equivalent. Bracket to be Grote #43100, or equivalent. Wiring to wing light to be loom encased and contain a weather pack connector to allow removal of wing. LED wing work light – Grote #63551, or equivalent, to be supplied and installed. Yes
No
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Box Light (a)
LED dump box light to be mounted on canopy on right hand side to illuminate load. Yes
No
Front Blade Light (a)
Front blade light to be mounted on far edge driver’s side. Light to be LED – Grote #77365, or equivalent. Grommet to be Grote #92420, or equivalent. Bracket to be Grote #43100, or equivalent. Wiring to front blade light to be loom encased and contain a weather pack connector to allow removal of front blade. Light to be positioned so as to not interfere with oncoming traffic. Yes
No
Standard Color Code (a)
Ground – White. Yes
(b)
Left Signal – Yellow. Yes
(c)
No
Right Signal – Green. Yes
(d)
No
No
Park & Clearance – Brown. Yes
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(e)
Back-up Light & Alarm – Black. Yes
(f)
Strobe Light (Front & Back) – Blue. Yes
(g)
No
Wing Light – Orange. Yes
(i)
No
Box Light – Red. Yes
(h)
No
No
Spinner Light – Purple. Yes
No
Description and Model # meeting above specifications
Company Name: Authorized Company Representative Signature:
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SPREADER CONTROLLER
General Below are specifications for Single Joystick Armrest Console: Only needed if a fully electric controlled valve is desired.
CS-150 Joystick Armrest Console (a)
The CS-150 will be a CAN joystick style and fully proportional for all functions. This will be accomplished using a micro controller. The connection between the CS-150 and the CS-550 will be via a single CAN cable. The armrest console must incorporate a single three axis, six button CAN joystick. The control must allow for up to four modes of operation. Yes
(b)
The six joystick buttons can be used for Hoist, Plow, Underbody, Wing, Pause, Blast, Power Float, and Low Oil Override. When low oil override is one of the buttons on the joystick, the CS-550 spreader control will display low oil fault and send a signal to the low oil shutdown block. Final joystick layout will be provided to selected manufacturer. Yes
(c)
No
No
The joystick functions must be indicated on the CS-550 display. Nulling or trimming of the joystick functions will be programmed on screen through the CS-550 – no external computers or program devices will be required. Yes
No
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(d)
Nulling or trimming will be accomplished while the function is moving allowing the minimum and maximum function speeds to be set for each axis. The cable set for any valve function will have C4 Junior Time c/w LED indication connectors for easy indication of a properly functioning system. These are to be on the main cable set and any valve extension cables. Yes
(e)
The armrest will allow for up to six switches and a power distribution box with LED indication and 100 amp circuit protection is to be supplied. Yes
(f)
No
The display shall have adjustable brightness with the maximum brightness being no less than 400 cd/m2. Yes
(j)
No
The display shall be a glass/film/glass design with a hardness of 7H. Yes
(i)
No
The controller shall have a 7” wide VGA touch screen display with 262144 colors. Yes
(h)
No
The controller shall be capable of operating in Manual, Automatic (Closed Loop), Open Loop, Ground Speed Triggered Manual, and 12 volt triggered modes. Yes
(g)
No
No
The display shall include a 1.5 watt speaker. Yes
No
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(k)
The controller shall use a voice feedback system that announces, in a human voice, rate changes, pause on, blast on, and blast off. The volume is to be adjustable. Yes
(l)
The controller shall be capable of having four different solid material calibrations, four different pre-wet liquid calibrations, and four different anti-ice material calibrations for a total of twelve different materials. Each material shall have nine programmable application rates. Yes
(m)
No
The controller shall be capable of operating Auger/Conveyor, Spinner, PreWet, Anti-Ice, Cross Conveyor Speed, Cross Conveyor Direction, Air Gate, Closed Loop Gate, and Spinner Chute Control. Yes
(p)
No
For operator safety, all application rate changes shall be made with the rotary knobs and not by using the touch screen. Yes
(o)
No
The controller shall have three detented rotary knobs for application rate selection. Each knob shall have stainless steel shafts and have a rotational torque of at least eight oz-in. Yes
(n)
No
No
The controller must be capable of operating the Spinner, Auger/Conveyor, Pre-Wet, and Anti-Ice all at the same time. Yes
No
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The controller shall offer the following features, although all will not be used and may require optional equipment.
Tow Plow (a)
For tow plow operations, the controller shall have the ability of simultaneously controlling two spinners, two conveyors, and two pre-wet units. The controller shall have a sync mode that will allow for the synchronization of the truck spreader system and the tow plow spreader system. In sync mode both conveyors will operate from a single knob, both spinners will operate from a single knob, and both pre-wet units will operate from a single knob. All nulling and calibration values, application rates, and data logging for the tow plow spreader and truck spreader shall be independent of each other. Yes
No
Gate Read Back (a)
Spreader control must be capable of reading a gate feedback signal to alert driver when gate is out of range and inaccurate spreading may be occurring. This requires optional feedback sensor. Yes
No
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Closed Loop Hydraulic Gate (a)
The controller shall be capable of automatically controlling the opening of the gate in response to ground speed and application rate changes through the use of an optional hydraulic gate cylinder with built-in position sensor. Gate positioning range shall be from fully closed to fully open and any setting in between. Controller shall be capable of detecting whenever the gate is fully closed and disable the conveyor output to prevent damage to the gate. Yes
No
Hydraulic Pressure & Temperature (a)
The controller must have the built-in capabilities to read the active hydraulic system pressure and temperature on the operator screen. Yes
No
Anti-Icing (a)
The controller, as supplied, shall be capable of controlling a three boom anti-ice unit. The controller shall come complete with boom control outputs for turning on and off each of the three boom ball valves. Yes
No
GPS/AVL Compatible (a)
The controller, as supplied, must be capable of passing data logging information directly to a third party GPS/AVL system without having to purchase additional equipment from the spreader controller manufacturer. Yes
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Material Calibration Verification (a)
The controller shall have a catch test feature that will allow the user to specify an application rate, speed driven, and time to run in order to simulate spreading for performing calibration verifications. The controller will use the resulting information to automatically make adjustments to the material calibration values to ensure the most accurate material setup. Yes
No
Temperature Read Back and Temperature Compensation (a)
The controller shall be capable of displaying both road temperature and ambient air temperature on screen when an external temperature sensor is used. The controller shall be capable of automatically increasing the application rate in response to decreasing road temperature. The rate at which the controller increases the application shall be adjustable in the controller’s programming. Yes
No
Onboard Wi-Fi and GPS (a)
The controller shall have built-in Wi-Fi and GPS for optional data downloading. This requires optional Wi-Fi and GPS antennas only. Yes
No
GPS Mapping with Data Logging (a)
The controller shall be capable of loading all spreading data to a USB stick. When the data is transferred to a PC it shall be capable of displaying all
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spreader and route data via Google Earth without having to purchase any mapping or data logging software. This requires an optional GPS antenna. Yes
No
Auto Nulling (a)
The controller shall be capable of auto nulling spinner, conveyor/auger, and liquid channels when feedback sensors are used. Manual nulling must be available for all circuits including cross conveyor left and right. Yes
No
System Programming (a)
Programming shall only be accessed by use of an encrypted USB key. All programming shall be done by using the touch screen display. The touch screen display shall have an on screen pop-up keyboard for ease of entering information. The use of external programming devices, such as a laptop computer, is not acceptable. Yes
No
Material Set Back (a)
When using liquid to pre-wet granular material, the controller must be capable of cutting back the granular material by a pre-determined percentage when the liquid is being applied. The percentage shall be programmable. Yes
No
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Trip Summary Information (a)
The controller shall display a real time trip summary log on the operator screen. The trip summary shall include distance travelled, solid material spread amount, and liquid material applied amount. If operating in tow plow mode, the controller shall display a real time trip summary for both the truck spreader and tow plow spreader. Yes
No
On Screen Error Log (a)
For ease of troubleshooting, the controller shall have an on screen error log that is capable of displaying the last twenty error codes that have been generated. The log shall be viewable without the use of a program key. The error log shall not clear itself when the controller is powered off. The error log can only be cleared when the proper USB key is inserted into the USB port. Yes
No
Data Logging (a)
The controller, as supplied, shall be capable of event based data logging. The controller shall log the following information: Date and Time of Event, Event Type, Truck ID, Driver ID, Region Name, Solid Material Usage, PreWet Usage, Anti-ice Usage, Pause Distance, Blast Distance, Distance Spread, Total Distance, Blast Amount, Number of Times Blast was Used, Gate Position (if a gate position sensor is used), Temperature (if external temperature sensor is used), Set Point of Spinner, Set Point of Conveyor/Auger, Set Point of Pre-wet, and Set Point of Anti-ice. All the information will be transferred from the spreader control to a desktop/laptop computer via a manufacturer supplied encrypted USB drive.
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All data logging information must be capable of being customized and exported. Summation reports are not acceptable. Yes
No
Software Updates (a)
The spreader control software must be capable of being upgraded via encrypted USB key. All software updates shall be provided free of charge from the manufacturer. EPROM changes are not acceptable. Yes
No
Interface Connections (a)
The controller, as supplied, shall have the following interface connections built in for use with GPS, Wi-Fi, temperature sensors, third-party GPS providers, data logging, and software updates: Two CAN 2.0B ports Two USB ports Two Serial RS232 ports One Wi-Fi antenna connection Yes
(b)
No
To ensure complete system compatibility the joystick controller, spreader controller, pre-wet unit, hydraulic valve, and hydraulic pump shall be from a single manufacturer. Items that are manufactured by one entity and “branded” with another manufacturer’s name shall not be accepted as being from a single manufacturer. Manufacturer shall be both ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified. Yes
No
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Description and Model # meeting above specifications
Company Name: Authorized Company Representative Signature:
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MISCELLANEOUS
Mud Flaps (a)
Truck to be equipped with mud flaps on rear and in front of rear wheels. Rear mud flaps to be attached to inside of rear dump. Yes
No
Painting (a)
Paint Color: Truck cab and box to be painted municipal white. High solids primer applied as per manufacturer’s specifications for severe service also required. Truck paint to be base coat/clear coat or urethane applied at place of manufacturer. Yes
No
(b)
Primer Coat: Plow, wing, dump box (inside and out including the underside of the floor), and engine and transmission base pans to be painted using Glass Shield product Part #MC-4390, zinc rich primer applied as per manufacturer’s specifications for severe service – 5 to 6 mils thick.
(c)
Top Coat: Use Glass Shield product, white, to match cab plus catalyst applied as per manufacturer’s specifications for severe service – 2 to 3 mils thick. Yes
(d)
No
Frame and Under: Frame and undercarriage to be primed and painted black with urethane or epoxy type paint. Yes
No
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Manuals (a)
Supply one complete set of the following: Operator, Maintenance with Schedule Program, Repair (including electrical and hydraulic diagrams), and Parts manuals. These manuals must be supplied before payment of invoice is made. Two (one digital) sets of parts and service manuals to be supplied for truck, engine, and mounted equipment. Yes
No
Wiring Coding (a)
All wiring to be number and color coded and a suitable wiring diagram for all wiring including accessories must be provided. These shall include location of switches, breakers, fuses, etc., and routing schedule. Yes
(b)
No
A complete new vehicle/equipment sheet to be supplied at delivery. Yes
No
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TENDER SUMMARY NEW 2016 TANDEM TRUCK SNOW PLOW WITH SPREADER DUMP (FLYER) - #16012102
Price for 2016 Tandem Truck Snow Plow with Spreader Dump (Flyer)
$
13% HST
$
Total Tender Price
$
We hereby acknowledge receipt of the following addenda: (if applicable) Addendum No. Addendum No.
Addendum No. Addendum No.
If the supplier fails to acknowledge receipt of addenda in the area above, the tender will be considered incomplete. After having read the terms, conditions, and specifications of this tender, I/we (Name of Firm) guarantee delivery of this new vehicle to the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor not later than
SIGNING OF TENDER BID Company Name: Address: Tender results to be emailed to: Witness Signature:
Authorized Signature:
Date:
Date: Signed, Sealed, and Delivered
The undersigned hereby agree to furnish the vehicle listed below in accordance with the specifications on file in the Purchasing Office and which are attached hereto: Manufacturer: Model No: Delivery Date:
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