Connecticut Portal #27-18

City of Norwich Solicits Self-Loading Reel Trailer with Hydraulic and Safety Features

The City of Norwich, Connecticut is seeking bids for a self-loading reel trailer to support cable and wire handling operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Norwich, Connecticut (local government) - Products/Services Requested: - Self-loading reel trailer - Maximum width: 102 inches (no length restriction) - Capable of loading/carrying steel and wood cable/wire reels - Maximum reel width: 60 inches - Maximum reel diameter: 96 inches - Minimum reel weight capacity: 8,000 lbs - Hydraulic self-loading mechanism - Clamp style and arbor style trailer options (arbor size: 2 7/8 inches, with adapter plates for up to 5 inches) - Self-driving (preferred) and tow-behind options - 2 ½” or 3” lunette eye, RV style trailer connection - Hydraulic or manual tongue jack - Hydraulic payout/take up, reel brake - Lug nut indicators, electric brakes with safety breakaway - Wheel chocks and holders, outrigger pads - Quotes requested with and without a level wind option - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Replacement for a T-09 Roose manual self-loading trailer (GVW 11,000 lbs) - No specific OEMs or vendors named in the solicitation - Emphasis on safety features and operational flexibility (self-driving preferred, multiple connection and brake options)

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of a self-loading reel trailer with maximum dimensions of 102 inches wide and no restriction on length. The trailer must be capable of loading and carrying both steel and wood constructed cable/wire reels with specific reel size and weight requirements. Quotes are requested for both clamp style and arbor style trailers, including adapter plates for larger arbor sizes. The trailer must be hydraulically self-loading and include options for self-driving and tow behind designs, with various required features such as hydraulic payout/take up, reel brake, electric brakes, and safety equipment. The solicitation replaces a T-09 Roose manual self-loading trailer with a GVW rating of 11,000 lbs.

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