The County of Kern is seeking a new and unused asphalt distributor truck with a 2000-gallon tank and a spray bar. The truck must meet certain specifications, including a 250 HP minimum turbocharged diesel engine, air brakes with ABS traction control, and a liquid propane gas burner heating system. The contract was awarded to Pheonix Contracting LLC for a total of $313,513.76. Some key features of the truck include:
• A 2000-gallon tank made of 10-gauge steel construction
• A spray bar with a safety breakaway feature and hydraulic adjustment
• A circulation system with a power wash down system and a single 4-way asphalt valve
• A hydraulic power system with a front crankshaft drive system and a hydraulic oil cooler
• A parts book, operator's manual, and shop service manual are required.