FY27 CO Road Tractors

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking qualified vendors to supply new Class 8 road tractors for its Central Office fleet. The contract will be awarded for a one‑year period beginning on the award date. Bids must be submitted electronically via MissouriBUYS MOVERS or by hard copy (mail, UPS, FedEx) with a five‑day prior notice if a hard copy is used. The solicitation includes detailed technical specifications covering cab features, powertrain, axles, brakes, fuel/DEF capacity, electrical systems, chassis accessories, and a five‑year/100,000‑mile warranty. Vendors must meet all performance criteria, including the ability to move an 80,000‑lb combination up a 6 % grade from a stop and achieve at least 35 mph. • Required delivery of a Class 8 road tractor with a 15‑L inline‑6 diesel engine and automated manual transmission. • Cab equipped with heated mirrors, power windows, high‑visibility seat belts, and extensive wiring for radios, strobe lights, and accessories. • Front and rear axles with high GAWR (16,000 lb front, 40,000 lb rear) and air‑suspension systems. • Air disc brakes with dual‑system ABS, hill‑start assist, and extensive air‑drying equipment. • Minimum 120‑gal fuel tank (up to 240 gal desired) and largest available DEF tank. • Electrical system includes 160‑A alternator, three 1000 CCA batteries, block heater, and pre‑wired circuits for future upfits. • Chassis accessories: fifth‑wheel, headache rack, toolbox, hydraulic wet kit, pintle hitch (10‑ton capacity), and full LED lighting. • Warranty: minimum five‑year, 100,000‑mile bumper‑to‑bumper coverage.