SPECIFICATIONS:
4 Cubic yard, twin engine, dual gutter broom, 2024 model mechanical street sweeper, truck mounted on a new and unused 2024 or newer model year Diesel ‘Cab Over’ chassis.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING BID.
The sweeper to be furnished under this proposal shall be a truck chassis mounted type, 4 cubic yard capacity mechanical street sweeper, with dual right and left side gutter brooms and a squeegee type elevator. It shall be the manufacturer’s latest model and design, mounted on a new and unused 2024 truck chassis. These specifications shall be regarded as minimum. Bidders must furnish all descriptive literature, manufacturer’s compliance certificates and all other data on the equipment proposed as required in this specification. Bidder must answer YES or NO to each specification line item except where asked to state specific data. Failure to answer correctly, or failure to respond, will deem your bid as non-responsive.
All line items with a “NO” response, shall be explained in detail on the “Exceptions to Bid Specifications” pages provided at the end of this document.
BIDDER PROPOSED YES / NO
Truck Cab & Chassis
State:
Chassis Make: ___________
Chassis Model: ___________
Sweeper Make: ___________
Sweeper Model: ___________
Weights and Dimensions
GVWR: 19,500 lbs. minimum. ___________
2.2 To allow maximum maneuverability, the
wheelbase shall not exceed 109” NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
2.3 For maximum maneuverability the sweeper
shall have an outside turning radius not to exceed
16’ 7”. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
2.4 To ensure maximum visibility and pedestrian
safety, the truck shall be ‘Cab Over’ type. ___________
2.5 To permit clearance under low hanging tree
branches, the overall sweeper height shall
not exceed 102”. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
Axles
Front axle shall be 7,275 lbs. minimum. ___________ Rear axle shall be single speed with a minimum
of 14,550lb. capacity. ___________
Front and rear oil seals shall be provided. ___________ Suspension
Front suspension shall be 8,440 lbs.
minimum at ground load rating. ___________ Front shock absorbers shall be supplied. ___________
4.3 Rear suspension shall be combination of leaf springs and Air Bag suspension. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
Brakes – ABS
Front service brakes shall be hydraulic disc. ___________ Rear service brakes shall be hydraulic disc. ___________ Steering
Complete hydraulic power steering with gauges. ___________ Sweeper shall be equipped with power steering. ___________ Engine
Engine shall be a turbocharged diesel
with a minimum of 5.19L displacement. ___________
Engine shall be rated at 215 H.P
at 2,500 RPM, minimum. ___________ Engine shall have a torque rating
of 452- ft. lbs. at 1,850 RPM. ___________ Engine shall be water cooled with antifreeze
protection to –34 degrees Fahrenheit. ___________ Transmission
Transmission shall be an 6 speed automatic
with overdrive. ___________
9. Engine Equipment
Alternator shall have a minimum
of 110 amp output rating. ___________ Two batteries shall be maintenance free
and each rated at 750 CCA. ___________ A Donaldson single stage air cleaner shall
be supplied. ___________ Cab
Cab shall be ‘Cab Over’ engine type. ___________
Cab shall have two seats with approved
seat belts. Left side seat shall be suspension type. ___________ Sun visors and arm rests shall be supplied on
both sides. ___________
Cigarette lighter and ash tray to be provided. ___________ Heater with full width defrosters, fresh air ducts
& variable speed fan shall be supplied. ___________ Dual, two speed electric intermittent windshield
wipers with washers, shall be supplied. ___________ Two West Coast type mirrors 6” x 16” shall
be supplied. Two 6” diameter spot mirrors
shall be mounted below. ___________
Two 12” convex mirrors shall also be mounted below
the west coast mirrors to permit the operator full
view of sweeping equipment. ___________ Factory air conditioner shall be supplied and
mounted in cab. ___________
10.10 Two cup holders shall be provided. ___________
10.11 The sweeper shall be supplied with a AM/FM
stereo with CD player. ___________
The truck shall be equipped with power windows
and door locks. ___________
Fuel Tank
A single 30 gallon fuel tank shall be provided for
both the truck and auxiliary engine. ___________
A diesel exhaust fluid tank shall also be provided.
To prevent accidental filling of wrong fluids, the tank cap shall be blue. ___________
Lights
All lamps and reflectors shall comply with
federal regulations. ___________
12.2 Four-way hazard warning lights shall be supplied. ___________
12.3 Back up lights and alarm shall be fitted. ___________
12.4 Sweepers backup alarm, rear lighting and auto
reverse lifting of brush gear shall utilize reverse
circuit from truck chassis. ____________
12.5 The truck chassis rear lights shall be LED ____________ Frame
High tensile frame shall be supplied. 7.20 S.M.
316,800 RBM, 44,000 PSI yield strength. ___________
Front tow provision shall be supplied. ___________ Steel front bumper shall be supplied. ___________ The sweeper body shall be mounted on it’s own
subframe and fastened to the chassis __________
Wheels & Tires
Tires:
Two front & four rear shall be tubeless radial
type 225/70R-19.5 12 ply rated. ___________ Rear tire sets to be protected by
H.D replaceable plastic fenders. ___________
Warranty
The basic vehicle shall be warranted for 3 years
100% parts and labor. ___________
The truck engine shall be warranted for 3 years
100% parts and labor. ___________
The truck automatic transmission shall be
warranted for 3 years 100% parts and labor. ___________ The truck shall be provided with a 3 year
Powertrain warranty to include engine, transmission
and rear axle. ___________
SWEEPER
16. Power Pack YES NO
16.1 Power shall be supplied by a heavy-duty turbocharged industrial diesel engine. ___________
Engine shall be four cylinder, four cycle, water cooled and antifreeze protected to -34 degrees Fahrenheit.
A cold weather start aid shall be supplied. ___________ The auxiliary engine must be Tier 4 EPA
compliant. ___________
For greater productivity, the auxiliary engine exhaust shall not require ‘REGENERATION’ NO EXCEPTIONS ___________
To reduce fuel consumption, and lower noise levels the sweeper must be designed to operate between 1600-2400 engine rpm’s. ___________
16.6 Engine shall be 65 horsepower minimum, Kubota
turbo or equal. ___________
To increase productivity and reduce complexity, the engine shall be equipped with a diesel oxidation catalyst
eliminating the need for engine exhaust ‘REGENERATION ’___________ Heavy duty, two stage air filter shall be supplied. ___________ To safeguard the engine, a high coolant temperature, low oil pressure shutdown system shall be supplied. ___________ For greater reliability, the engine speed shall be controlled electronically from the sweeper control panel. ___________
16.11 Engine speed indicator and hour meter shall be supplied. ___________
16.12 To eliminate operator injuries, the sweeper control panel must be horizontally mounted to provide safer ergonomic operation. NO EXCEPTIONS. __________
Warning system shall be furnished for low oil pressure, high water temperature. ___________
Sweeper Hopper Body
Hopper body shall be fabricated from steel. ___________ Sweeper shall have a hopper capacity of 4 cu yds. ___________ To eliminate water traps and reduce corrosion, the hopper must be of welded construction. NO EXCEPTIONS ___________ To reduce side load on the sweeper subframe, the
hopper lift cylinder must be vertically mounted and
connected directly to the hopper support structure.
Dual cylinders and/or mountings to lift scissors are
Not acceptable. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
A hydraulically operated discharge door shall automatically open when the container is tilted. Door shall be a minimum 36” in length to position the debris load into the center of the dump truck. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
Safety prop rod(s) shall be furnished. ___________
Debris dump angle shall be 50 degrees minimum. ___________ Shall be a variable dump height from ground level
to 120” as measured to the bottom of the dump door. ___________ For maximum visibility and safety during dumping, the
sweeper shall dump to the side. Rear and front dump
systems are not acceptable. ___________
For greater durability and longer life, the hopper scissor mechanism shall incorporate hardened pins and composite bushings. No Grease Fittings permitted. ___________
To reduce maintenance, the hopper scissor lift mechanism shall not require any maintenance or greasing. ___________ To assist in bulk debris removal, the hopper shall be
equipped with a 22” x 18” side mounted access door. ___________ To permit carrying of tools, the sweeper shall be equipped with a rear mounted equipment compartment. Minimum
length shall be 5 feet ___________
Gutter brooms – Dual
Gutter brooms shall be five segment, refillable, of steel tine construction, and 42” in diameter. ___________
Gutter brooms shall be direct hydraulic drive type
and relief valve protected. ___________
Minimum swept width shall be 120” Minimum. ___________ Gutter brooms shall be hydraulically raised and lowered. ___________ Down pressure shall be controlled hydraulically
from within the cab. No external Manual controls permitted.
NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
A visual indicator in the cab shall indicate each
side broom pressure setting. ___________
To adapt to changing curb line conditions, the right and left side brooms shall have tilt angle controls adjustable from inside the cab. ___________
To prevent damage, the brooms must be trailing arm
design with spring kickback. ___________
Gutter brooms each shall have three water
spray jets for dust control. ___________
Gutter brooms shall be capable of being operated
independently of other sweep gear. ___________
Brooms shall be capable of being retracted from the
working position of 120” to legal travel position of 102” from within the cab. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
18.12 Each broom shall be equipped with a work light. ___________
18.13 To reduce maintenance the entire gutter broom
assembly shall not require any greasing. ___________ Pickup Broom
Polypropylene rear broom shall be supplied. ___________ Broom shall be 36” diameter x 58” long minimum. ___________ For greater durability the sweeper shall be equipped
with steel dirt shoes. ___________
Main broom shall be enclosed within its own
hood to prevent debris from being ejected. ___________ Broom hood shall hinge up without the use of tools
to facilitate easier broom replacement. ___________
Broom shall be equipped with an adjustable pressure and flotation system. ___________
Main broom adjustment shall be adjustable for wear
without the use of any tools. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________ To reduce repair and maintenance costs, the broom
shall be direct hydraulic motor driven. The use of chain and sprocket drive systems are not acceptable. ___________ Pickup broom shall have a minimum of four water
sprays for dust control. ___________
The sprays shall be removable without the use of
tools to permit cleaning of the jets. ___________
19.11 A bearing must be installed on each side of broom shaft. ___________ Elevator
20.1 Shall be squeegee type design, minimum 58” width. ___________
20.2 Squeegee elevator shall have a minimum of 10 flights. ___________ To reduce repair and maintenance costs, the elevator
shall be direct hydraulic motor driven. The use of external chain and sprocket drive systems are unacceptable. ___________
20.4 For ease of maintenance and cleaning the elevator
back plate shall hinge open without the use of tools. ___________
20.5 For greater durability the elevator floor shall be ¼” abrasion resistant steel. ___________
20.6 Elevator direction must be forward and reverse with in cab controls. ___________
20.7 Elevator shall be raised and lowered hydraulically. ___________
20.8 To reduce cost of ownership and maintenance the elevator shall not have more than two shafts. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
20.9 Provision shall be made to adjust upper and lower
elevator bearings to accommodate squeegee wear. ___________
20.10 For ease of overhauling, the entire elevator shall be removable by disconnecting the elevator motor and 4 bolts. ___________
20.11 Squeegee flights shall be connected to standard after market metal chain and poly sprocket system. Use of
rubber elevator belts is not acceptable. ___________
20.12 To prevent accidental damage to the sweeper, the elevator must raise automatically when turned off. ___________
20.13 To ensure the elevator is fully engaged into the debris hopper a fixed position rocker style switch shall be supplied, momentary switches are not acceptable. ___________
Hydraulic System
For simplicity and safety all sweeper functions shall
be controlled hydraulically. Sweepers incorporating
pneumatics supplied from the truck air tanks/brakes
are not acceptable. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
Hydraulic oil reservoir capacity shall be 30 gallons
minimum and capable of maintaining continuous
operation without overheating. ___________
21.3 Hydraulic system shall incorporate an externally mounted oil cooler with a thermostatically controlled electric fan.
To enhance life expectancy of components, continuous running fans are not acceptable. ___________ Hydraulic system shall have a tank mounted site gauge
indicating oil level. ___________
To permit sweeping operation at lower auxiliary engine
operating speeds, the sweeper hydraulics shall use a
gear pump system. Load sense and pressure compensated
systems are NOT ACCEPTABLE ___________
The Gear pump shall be triple section with a rated capacity of 31gpm. ___________
For maximum sweeping performance, each section
of the gear pump shall be dedicated to a
particular sweeper function; Side brooms, Main Broom
and elevator. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
21.8 All hydraulic valves and manual overrides must be located at ground level without use of ladders. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________ The auxiliary engine shall automatically shut down in the event of low hydraulic system oil level. ___________ The auxiliary engine shall return to idle in the event of high hydraulic system temperature level. ___________
22 Water System
22.1 The water tank shall be constructed of polyethylene. ___________ To maximize available sweep time, the water tank
capacity shall be a minimum of 220 gallons.NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________ A 3gpm self priming water pump shall be supplied and
not subject to damage when operated dry. ___________ A quick disconnect 16’ hydrant hose and coupler shall be provided for water tank filling. ___________
Sweeper shall be equipped with a quick fill hydrant
connection without having to remove any covers/caps. ___________ An external water filter shall be provided. The filter
must be accessible with body lowered. A shut off
(isolation) valve must be provided to facilitate servicing. ___________ To ensure all water is drained from the water tank, the drain location must be in the bottom of the tank, not the side. ___________
22.8 A storage rack shall be provided for the hydrant fill hose. ___________ All water lines shall be nylon to prevent damage and color coded green so that they can be easily identified. ___________ To facilitate easy cleaning, all water spray jets shall be removable without the use of tools. ___________
To prevent contamination, the supply line from the water tank must originate from the side of the tank and not
the bottom of the tank. ___________
22.12 Spray jets must be located at each gutter broom (3), in front of main rear broom (4) and on front bumper (5). ___________
24. Maintenance
All controlling elements for the sweeper’s
electrics and hydraulics shall be housed in
a easily accessible, side compartment. ___________
24.3 All electrical wiring shall be contained within flame retardant conduit. ___________
All wires shall be color & numbered coded for ease
of troubleshooting. ___________
25. Safety
25.1 One rear mounted amber flashing strobe shall be provided. ___________
25.2 A back up alarm of not less than 107 dB(A) shall be installed and shall sound when reverse gear is selected. ___________
25.3 To prevent damage, all brush gear must raise automatically when the truck transmission is placed in reverse and must resume to working position automatically when placed in drive gear. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
25.4 The sweeper shall be equipped with a sweep/transport switch to permit quick start/stop sweeping operation.
To prevent transport at road speed all sweep functions
shall cease and gear raise, when transport mode is
elected. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
25.5 The sweeper shall be equipped with a rear camera.
the rear view must automatically be shown when the
transmission is placed in reverse gear. ___________
25.6 For safety purposes, hopper dump and tilt functions shall not activate unless the vehicle parking brake is engaged to prevent movement of the sweeper with hopper raised. ___________
25.7 For safety purposes, a secondary switch must be engaged and held to activate the dump switch to prevent accidental engagement. NO EXCEPTIONS ___________
25.8 For safety reasons, the sweeper shall be equipped with a weight load audible alarm in cab. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
26. Paint
26.1 To provide corrosion protection, the sweeper must be painted utilizing polyester powder coat. Wet paint systems are
not acceptable. NO EXCEPTIONS. ___________
27. Warranty
27.1 The sweeper auxiliary engine shall carry a two-year warranty, 100% parts and labor minimum. Include
warranty statement with your bids. ___________
Warranty repairs to be made at customer’s premises
including all parts and labor, 100% coverage, no pro-rating. ___________ The sweeper hydraulic pump and valve assembly shall
have a 1 year warranty. ___________
Sweeper components other than wearing items
shall carry a standard one-year warranty. ___________ 28 Manuals
Sweeper:
1-Driver/ Operator Guide, 1 parts list, 1 service/
maintenance manual. ___________
29 Training
29.1 Operator/mechanic training will be conducted at the customer’s premises at no charge to the customer. ___________
29.2 Operator/mechanic training shall be conducted by a manufacturers employee and not a distributor. ___________ Quality
30.1 To ensure quality of the utmost standards, the sweeper shall be manufactured in a facility with a certified quality system independently audited by a 3rd party. Must be I.S.O.9001 Compliant or equal. ___________
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