Specifications include, but are not limited to: The intent of this bid specification is to request pricing for the rental of four-wheel-drive articulated wheel loaders and dozers for general highway maintenance operations. The machines shall be new or used less than 400 hours and be of the current make and model. The contract rental period will be 12 months. Lessee will carry physical damage insurance on the four-wheel-drive articulated wheel loaders and dozers. Lessee will accept responsibility for any breakage due to negligence done by them. The machines will have normal wear and tear from general use when returned. The dealer and DOT representative must agree on any excessive damage within 10 working days of the machines return. No claims for damage after the 10 working days will be permitted. essor, or an authorized representative, shall provide 24-hour parts availability as feasible. Major repairs shall be done at the dealer’s service facility. Lessee personnel will be responsible for daily maintenance, greasing, and checking fluids. Machines out of service for five working days or more shall require a replacement machine of similar features and horsepower to be setup and delivered to the assigned location as mutually agreed upon by the specific delivery lessee. Lessor, or an authorized representative, shall provide all oil and filters for routine maintenance at no charge to the department. The routine maintenance will be performed by the lessee as required by the manufacturer and/or the operator’s handbook. The lessor may require the maintenance be performed by the servicing dealer. If the lessor requires the routine maintenance be performed by the authorized servicing dealer, this shall be done at no cost to the department. Lessor, or an authorized representative, shall at the time of delivery be available to make recommendations to prevent damage to the AWD loaders and dozers. Lessor, or an authorized representative, shall also at the time of delivery provide familiarization training to ensure efficient operation, identify daily maintenance items, lessor’s requirements on the machines cleanliness, and basic operation. Minimum of 120 HP diesel engine, can be larger Full power shift with torque converter or hydrostatic Deluxe cab, ROPS, air conditioning/heat Standard Instrumentation Hour meter, must only mark time when engine is running Suspension seat