Description
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is soliciting bids for the purchase of a Gatormade Aardvark +3 Series 16K trailer. The trailer must have a minimum gross vehicle weight rating of 16,000 pounds, 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 have a low profile bumper hitch with the spare tire stored in the tongue of the trailer.
• The trailer must have a lockable steel toolbox capable of storing tools, tie-downs, and accessories.
• The trailer must have dual electric over hydraulic jacks.
• The trailer must 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.