Description
The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is seeking bids for a tractor rental contract in District 2. The contract requires the rental of thirty-four (34) tractors, new and of current model, for a period of eight months, from April 15th to December 15th of each year. The tractors must meet specific minimum requirements, including engine horsepower, transmission, and safety features. The vendor must provide training and servicing for the units, and comply with MDOT specifications and regulations.
Some key points to consider are:
• The tractors must have a liquid-cooled diesel engine with a minimum of 120 HP and a maximum of 150 HP.
• The tractors must have a transmission with either hydrostat, CVT, or a minimum of 8 synchronized forward gears with wet clutches and power reversing ability.
• The tractors must have an independent 540/1000 RPM PTO and a super-deluxe heavy-duty industrial seat.
• The vendor must provide a minimum of one day of in-service training at a location selected by MDOT.
• The vendor must provide servicing of the units, including oil and filter changes, within seven business days of MDOT's notification.