Illinois BidBuy #27-494DOT-FINAD-B-53945

Illinois DOT Solicits New 96,000 lb Long Reach Tracked Excavator with Attachments and Training

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking bids for the one-time purchase of a new, heavy-duty Long Reach Tracked Excavator with an operating weight of 96,000 lbs, including multiple specialized attachments and accessories. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Bureau of Business Services, Finance & Administration - Equipment and Accessories Requested: - Long Reach Tracked Excavator (minimum 96,000 lbs operating weight) - Must be new, unused, and a current manufacturer model - Must meet detailed specifications for reach, digging depth, lifting capacity, engine power, and safety standards (per IDOT specification 173-60-26 DL) - Attachments and Accessories: - Long reach boom and arm (minimum 34'9" boom, 23'4" arm, 42' digging depth) - Standard boom and stick assembly for standard reach conversion (minimum 26' digging depth) - 42-inch wide digging bucket (1.31 cubic yard capacity) - 72-inch grading/ditch cleaning bucket (1.12 cubic yard capacity) - Hydraulic thumb attachment (cab-controlled, fully installed) - Hydraulic-powered breaker attachment (minimum 450 bpm, with two breaker point tools) - Pin coupler system (JRB Power latch universal multi pin coupler) - Diagnostic extreme rugged scan tool (Panasonic, Dell, or equivalent) with dealer-level software for engine, transmission, hydraulics, and chassis - Diesel engine (minimum 340 HP, 8-liter displacement, compliant with emissions standards) - Operator cab with climate control and safety features - Services: - Operator and maintenance training by qualified factory or dealer personnel, including instructional video if available - Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be new (no remanufactured or reconditioned units) - Standard manufacturer warranty (minimum one year) - Bidders must be established manufacturers or authorized dealers (proof may be required) - Preference for products manufactured in the United States - Compliance with all federal, OSHA, and ANSI safety and emission standards - Delivery FOB destination during regular business hours - OEMs: - No specific OEMs are named; diagnostic scan tool may be Panasonic, Dell, or equivalent - Competition: - Open to all qualified vendors offering compliant equipment; equivalent products meeting all specifications are acceptable

Description

This solicitation is for the one-time purchase of a Long Reach Tracked Excavator with an operating weight of 96,000 lbs for the Illinois Department of Transportation. The equipment must meet detailed specifications outlined in the solicitation, including a long reach boom, second boom and stick assembly, and a diagnostic scan tool. Bidders are required to complete and return a questionnaire with their bid. The bid submission deadline is October 14, 2026, and bids must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy system.

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