CC0294 -B120924 - Harvester Box.pdf
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This is a Request for Proposals (RFP #CC0294-B120924) issued by Washington State University, Franklin Extension, for modifications to their research forage harvester. The project requires upgrading the hopper to a hanging box system that can dump hay via gravity and close automatically, including metal frame modifications to support the new box and four load cells. The work must be completed by May 1, with all responses due by January 7, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST. The specifications require the ability to provide accurate weights to 0.1 lbs on loads up to 1000 lbs, and the scope includes removal of the current box and load cells, building out the harvester frame, and installing the new hanging harvester box system.
The evaluation criteria include meeting minimum specifications, references, pricing, and meeting the required deadline. The contractor must provide all parts, labor, and pickup/delivery services if not local. The RFP also notes that at least one reference must be included with the bid submission. No specific pricing terms or funding sources are mentioned in the document. Questions and bid submissions can be directed to the primary contact Bob Ames (bames@wsu.edu) or secondary contact Randy Poesy (rcpoesy@wsu.edu).
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RFP #CC0294 – B120924
Research Forest Harvester Upgrade
Due 1/7/25 by 4:00 pm PST
Washington State University, Franklin Extension, is in need of modifications to their research forage harvester to upgrade the hopper to a hanging box to dump hay via gravity and close automatically. This will include metal work to build out the frame on the harvester to support the new box and four load cells. Work to include removal of current box and load cells. The goal is to provide accurate weights to 0.1 lbs on loads up to 1000 lbs.
Minimum Specifications:
- Work to be completed by May 1
- Ability to provide timely support prior to start of harvest.
- Include parts, labor and Pickup/Deliver if required (if not local)
- Remove current box and load cells
- Build out frame on harvester to support the box and load cells freely.
- Building a hanging harvester box that will dump hay via gravity and automatically close and is on four (4) load cells.
- Include at least one reference
Additional pictures of current box and configuration attached.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Meeting minimum specs
- References
- Pricing
- Meeting required deadline
Any questions can be presented in writing to the contacts below. Additionally, you can submit your bid materials to the same e-mail contacts:
Primary Contact Secondary Contact Bob Ames Randy Poesy bames@wsu.edu rcpoesy@wsu.edu
Bid closes Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM PST.
WSU is not responsible for any late or misdirected responses and any late submissions will be deemed non-responsive and receive no further consideration.
mailto:bames@wsu.edu mailto:rcpoesy@wsu.edu
Addendum A Hopper Pictures
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