Specifications include, but are not limited to: This Contract is for the rental of winter trucks, complete with operator, hoist, plow and tire chains to supplement the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s workforce throughout the Winter Season. Trucks may be equipped with optional material spreaders or wing plows or both for which the Contractor will receive additional payment as specified in Exhibit B Price Schedule. A. The four categories of Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (“GVWR”) are: • Category 1: 19,500 lbs. to 25,999 lbs. GVWR • Category 2: 26,000 lbs. to 31,999 lbs. GVWR • Category 3: 32,000 lbs. to 49,999 GVWR • Category 4: 50,000 lbs. and over GVWR Contractor shall provide truck and equipment rentals for a minimum of one (1) GVWR category. B. The period beginning November 1st and ending on April 30th for each year of the Contract Term is defined as the “Winter Season.” C. Contractor shall maintain the ballast required for safe operation of plow vehicles as defined by the Client Agency’s inspector during the initial truck inspection. D. Contractor shall be responsible for their plow vehicles and labor provided to the Client Agency. The Contractor shall furnish all fuel, maintenance, repairs, and insurance for provided truck(s) and equipment. E. Contractor shall ensure that each plow truck is fully equipped, compliant with the State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”) and ready for use during the Winter Season. F. Contractor shall maintain and utilize all safety equipment as required by any applicable law, regulation and best practice. Contractor shall supply all employees while Performing work under this Contract with any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by State and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and regulations in effect at the time of the issuance of the purchase order.
