Description
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is issuing a single‑source procurement to acquire one truck‑mounted boring and subsurface exploration drill rig. The rig must be capable of auger, core, and rotary drilling, support hollow‑stem auger sampling, Shelby tube/continuous tube sampling, standard penetration testing, and coring. It must be delivered fully assembled, field‑tested, and ready for immediate operation, including a 6×4 tandem‑axle truck (Freightliner 108SD) with a 350 hp Cummins engine, Tier 4f emissions, and a full suite of hydraulic, control, and safety systems. The vendor, Central Mine Equipment Company, is the sole manufacturer meeting FDOT’s specifications. The estimated contract value is $574,195, with a submission deadline of 18 Sept 2026. The award will be made after review of the single source proposal; delivery, installation, and two days of operator training are expected.
• One fully assembled, truck‑mounted drill rig (augur‑core‑rotary)
• Must meet detailed hydraulic, power, and safety specifications (e.g., ≥9,425 ft‑lb torque, 5‑speed transmission, Tier 4f diesel)
• Includes mast, draw‑works, hydraulic hammer, mud pump, air compressor, and accessories
• Delivery, field testing, and two‑day operator training required
• Single source vendor: Central Mine Equipment Company
• Estimated contract value: $574,195
• Submission deadline: 18 Sept 2026