RFQ 2411015.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFQ #24-11-015) issued by the Cook County Board of Commissioners in Adel, Georgia for a new 4-wheel drive backhoe loader. The sealed bids are due by December 13, 2024 at 4:00 P.M. and will be opened during a work session on December 16, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. at the Administrative Building. The specifications call for equipment equivalent to a Caterpillar 420 or John Deere 320P, with minimum requirements including a 109 horsepower engine, 5-speed AUTOSHIFT transmission, 19,000 lbs operating weight, and specific features for the operator station, electrical system, hydraulics, and loader components. The county will award within 45 days of bid opening to the bidder providing the best value while meeting all specifications.

The pricing must remain firm until delivery, with no faxed or emailed proposals accepted. The award factors include equipment specifications, price, service locations, warranty, and references. A comprehensive 5-year/4,000-hour full machine warranty is required with no charges for travel time or deductibles. Two trade-in vehicles are available: a 2008 Cat 420E Backhoe and a 2007 Case 580SM. The county reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals and make an award in the best interest of the county. Questions should be directed to Randy Lane, County Manager at 229-896-2266.