00. Public Notice & Specs - Air Brake Drving Simulator.pdf

1175 South Lapeer Road Lapeer, Michigan 48446

NOTICE OF SOLICITATION FOR BIDS – AIR BRAKE DRIVING SIMULATOR

The Lapeer County ISD Board of Education is soliciting bids from qualified vendors for an air brake driving simulator (Model/Product Code: HV-125-BWP_053389).

For bid specifications or questions, contact Jeffrey Swain, Instructor for Diesel Mechanics, at (810) 664-1124, ext.

6395 or jswain@lapeerisd.org.

Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with “Bid-AIR BRAKE DRIVING SIMULATOR”, include the name of the bidder, and be signed by an official authorized to bind the bidder to its provisions to the following:

Lapeer County ISD Administration Building 1175 South Lapeer Road Lapeer, MI 48446 Attention: Kendra Bostian.

Bids will be accepted until 2:30 PM* (EST) on September 8, 2026 at which time they will be publicly opened at the Administration Building, 1175 South Lapeer Road, Lapeer, MI 48446. No oral bid or bids submitted via telephone, e-mail, telegraph, or facsimile will be accepted.

The successful bidder(s) must be prepared to provide 3 references upon request.

Bids must be guaranteed for 90 days from the date of the bid opening.

Bids must include an estimated date of delivery.

The Lapeer County ISD Board of Education reserves the right, at its discretion, to accept or reject any or all bids, or portions thereof; to waive omissions, irregularities, or clerical errors not affecting compliance with the bid specifications; and to add or delete items and adjust quantities, if applicable.

The Lapeer County ISD is a tax-exempt organization and is not subject to State or Federal taxes.

Lapeer County Intermediate School District Phone (810) 664-5917 FAX (810) 277-3034

Michigan Relay Voice/TTY 711 or 844-578-6563

Lapeer, Michigan 48446

BID SPECIFICATIONS – AIR BRAKE DRIVING SIMULATOR

1. DESCRIPTION

The Lapeer County ISD Board of Education is soliciting bids from qualified vendors for an Air Brake Driving Simulator (for its Diesel Mechanics program) that meets the following minimum specifications:

Model/Product Code: HV-125-BWP_053389 (air brake simulator) Model/Product Code: HV-125-PD_030256 (set of defective parts) Dust cover for Air Brake Simulator

• FMVSS 121 Compliant

• Demonstrates ABS braking events

• In-depth demonstration of the governor cut-in and cut-out operation

• Individual tone wheels and electric motors driving each wheel

• Demonstrates trailer sway and ESC

• Real accelerator and brake pedals

• Live J1939 CAN bus network

• Datalink connector for scan tool

• Dynamic driving simulation up to 54 mph

• Individual wheel speed displays

• Fits through a standard Doorway

2. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS (SPECIFIC)

2.1. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with “Bid Opening-Air Break Driving

Simulator”, include the name of the bidder, and be signed by an official authorized to bind the bidder to its provisions to the following:

Lapeer County ISD Administration Building

Lapeer, MI 48446 Attention: Kendra Bostian.

Bids will be accepted until 2:30 PM (EST) on September 8, 2026 at which time they will be publicly opened at the Administration Building, 1175 South Lapeer Road, Lapeer, MI. 48446. No oral bid or bids submitted via telephone, e-mail, telegraph, or facsimile will be accepted.

2.2. The successful bidder must be prepared to provide 3 references upon request.

2.3. Bids must be guaranteed for 90 days from the date of the bid opening and include shipping/handling costs.

2.4. Bids must include an estimated date of delivery.

3. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS (GENERAL)

3.1. The naming of a given manufacturer and model number is not intended to limit bidding but to establish the level of quality desired for the various items required. Bidders should exercise care in bidding equivalent items. Complete descriptive literature must accompany equivalent bids. Samples will be

Lapeer County Intermediate School District Phone (810) 664-5917 FAX (810) 664-1011

Michigan Relay Voice/TTY 800-649-3777

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, marital or family status, genetic information, height, weight, military status, ancestry, or any other statutorily protected category (collectively “Protected Classes”) in its programs, activities, or employment. The following individuals have been designated by the Board of Education as the District’s Compliance Officers to handle inquiries regarding the District’s nondiscrimination, prohibition against discrimination based on disability, and anti-harassment policies: Michelle Proulx, Director of Special Education (student-related) or Ann M.

Schwieman, Director of Administrative Services and Personnel (staff-related); Address (for mailing purposes only): Lapeer County ISD Administration Building, 1996 W. Oregon St., Lapeer, MI 48446; Phone (to speak to or schedule an appointment with a Compliance Officer): (810) 664-5917.

requested if necessary.

3.2. Bid price must include delivery to the point of use. Where it is deemed necessary by Lapeer County ISD officials, the successful bidder must be prepared to provide instruction in use and care of equipment delivered in both written form and on a demonstration basis.

3.3. Optional accessories necessary for the basic use of equipment must be included in the base bid. Such accessories not necessary for the basic use but deemed desirable should be included as an alternative bid with a complete description.

3.4. Each group of items or individual item, if classified in this way, will constitute a separate bid. The Board of Education, however, may accept a combined bid for all items bid by one bidder.

3.5. Delivery date is a part of the bid and must be submitted on the bid form at the time of bidding.

3.6. All bids must be exclusive of applicable excise taxes. Exemption forms will be executed when necessary.

3.7. In the event of discrepancies between the unit price and extension, the unit price will prevail.

3.8. Where applicable, service facilities and convenience of service will be considered as part of the bid. When necessary, bidders must submit evidence of ability to install adequately, service or supply the required items, and that the sale or provision of such items or services is a substantial, regular and continuous part of the bidder's business.

3.9. Where applicable, bidders must comply with all relevant Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations.

3.10. No order awarded under these specifications, or any part thereof, shall be sublet or assigned without the written approval of the Superintendent.

3.11. The bidder acknowledges that by submitting a bid, the specifications and other instructions are in the bidder's opinion, appropriate and adequate for the intended purpose.

3.12. The Board of Education reserves the right, at its discretion, to accept or reject any or all bids, or portions thereof, without assigning reason therefore; be the sole judge of equivalency; waive omissions, irregularities, or clerical errors not affecting compliance with the bid specifications; and add or delete items and adjust quantities, if applicable.

3.13. The successful bidder will be required to certify that it is not an Iran-linked business.