bid-200-25-award.pdf

This is a Bid Summary Award document from the New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement Support Services, in conjunction with the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT). The procurement sought one 4x4 Loader Backhoe meeting extensive technical specifications, including a minimum 100 NET horsepower EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV certified engine, minimum operating weight of 16,500 lbs, and specific lift capacities for loader and backhoe functions. The request for bid (RFB 200-25) closed on May 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, with five solicitations received from sourced bidders. The equipment is intended for delivery to the DOT Mechanical Services facility in Concord, NH, with an expected delivery timeline of 120 days after purchase order receipt. The contract includes a comprehensive 5-year/7,500-hour no-cost warranty covering 100 percent of parts, shipping, labor, travel, lodging, and expenses for at least one year, along with two complete sets of diagnostic software and hardware and factory-installed accessories.

The award was made to United Construction and Forestry at a delivered total cost of $149,500.00, representing the lowest bid among three responsive vendors (Lincoln Adams at $158,420.00 and Cat Alta Equipment Company at $168,000.00). Payment will be processed via ACH within 30 days after invoice receipt and item acceptance. The selected vendor was confirmed as not debarred or suspended on SAM.gov, and a Dun & Business (D&B) Report was attached to the award documentation. The solicitation was conducted with the standard government procurement procedures, with evaluation based on compliance with technical specifications and lowest total cost. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were noted in the procurement process.