addendum-1-bid-155-25.pdf

This is an addendum to a bid solicitation issued by the State of New Hampshire, Division of Procurement and Support Services, for loader-mounted wing posts under Bid Invitation 155-25. The procurement involves retrofitting two Caterpillar 926M All-Wheel Drive Articulated Wheel Loaders (2016 and 2017 models) with new hydraulic plow wing towers compatible with the machines' existing OEM hydraulic systems. Acceptable manufacturers include Viking, American, and HP Fairfield, with specifications requiring a shelving height of at least 55 inches and compatibility with existing front plow and wing post systems. Addendum #01 extends the bid closing deadline from April 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM to May 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. The last day for questions and requested changes remains April 14, 2025, with the state's response to clarifications due April 16, 2025. The equipment will be delivered to the Bureau of Mechanical Services in Concord, New Hampshire, and the wing posts must match the loaders' factory color. The purchasing agent is Abigail Poole, who can be contacted at NH.Purchasing@das.nh.gov.

The bid does not specify explicit set-aside designations or budget ranges, and bidders are required to complete their own pricing information. The successful vendor must provide a comprehensive one-year warranty covering 100 percent of parts, shipping, labor, travel, lodging, and expenses, and must submit two complete sets of parts manuals with the order. This is a one-time procurement with pricing expected to remain firm throughout the contract period. All changes noted in this addendum supersede previously submitted documents and must be included with the bid submission. Complete bid documentation and additional addendums are available on the New Hampshire Division of Procurement and Support Services website at https://das.nh.gov/purchasing/vendorresources.aspx.