27-494DOT-FINAD-B-53485 | FY27 CO Turbine Debris Blower Rider Style - SP

Solicitation 27-494DOT-FINAD-B-53485 is a procurement request by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Bureau of Business Services, for a commercial-grade, rider-style, zero-turn turbine debris blower to support highway maintenance projects and facilities. The required equipment must be a stand-up rider with a 360-degree turbine blower, a minimum gross engine power of 40 HP, and a discharge outlet of at least 10 inches with hand-adjustable nozzle controls. The unit must feature a hydrostatic transaxle with hand lever controls and a mechanical parking brake. Bids are restricted to established manufacturers or their authorized dealers who can provide post-purchase service. All equipment must comply with current Federal, OSHA, ANSI, NEMA, and emissions standards, and fuel tanks must be clearly labeled as Gasoline or Diesel. The contract is governed by the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions V 23 2 and is contingent upon the availability of funds, which may include federal funding. Awardees must provide a minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty from the date of acceptance, though general supply warranties are noted for five years. Deliverables include the fully operational unit, operators' manuals, parts lists, and educational instruction on operation and maintenance provided by qualified personnel upon delivery. The State reserves the right to request a demonstration prior to delivery and requires any defects noted at delivery to be resolved within 30 days. Payment is typically made upon contract completion in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act. Vendors are required to maintain general commercial liability and worker's compensation insurance and must adhere to prevailing wage laws where applicable.