Gatormade Aardvark +3 Series 16K

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking bids for the purchase of a Gatormade Aardvark +3 Series 16K trailer. The trailer must have a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 16,000 pounds minimum, two 8,000-pound rated axles, electric drum brakes, and spring suspension. The trailer must also have a 12-inch I beam neck, 6-inch x 2-inch tubing stacked on 2-inch x 4-inch tube, 16-inch cross members, and fenders. The tires must be 14-ply radial tires, suitable for 8,000-pound axles, and include a full-size spare tire mounted in the neck of the trailer. The trailer length must be 18-foot main deck plus 4-foot self-cleaning dovetail with 4-foot lay-flat loading ramps. The decking material must be wood decking, and the coupler type must be an adjustable 2-5/16-inch ball coupler, rated appropriately for the GVWR. The trailer must also have street legal, Light-emitting Diode (LED) lighting package, including tail, brake, break away safety switch, marker, and side clearance lights, as well as additional deck/work/loading lights mounted for nighttime operation. The trailer must also have a low profile bumper hitch with the spare tire stored in the tongue of the trailer, a lockable steel toolbox, and dual electric over hydraulic jacks. The trailer must also have a minimum 12,000-pound electric winch mounted securely at the front of the trailer. Shipping is to be included in the bid offer, and the trailer must be shipped to 111 Corporate Dr, Frankfort, KY 40601. Some key features of the trailer include: • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 16,000 pounds minimum • Axles: Two 8,000-pound rated axles • Frame: 12-inch I beam neck, 6-inch x 2-inch tubing stacked on 2-inch x 4-inch tube, 16-inch cross members, and fenders • Tires: 14-ply radial tires, suitable for 8,000-pound axles • Trailer Length: 18-foot main deck plus 4-foot self-cleaning dovetail with 4-foot lay-flat loading ramps • Decking Material: Wood decking • Coupler Type: Adjustable 2-5/16-inch ball coupler, rated appropriately for the GVWR • Lighting: Street legal, Light-emitting Diode (LED) lighting package, including tail, brake, break away safety switch, marker, and side clearance lights • Low Profile Bumper Hitch: With spare tire stored in the tongue of the trailer • Lockable Steel Toolbox: Capable of storing tools, tie-downs, and accessories • Dual Electric over Hydraulic Jacks: For easy lifting and lowering of the trailer • Winch: Minimum 12,000-pound electric winch mounted securely at the front of the trailer