RFQ26006626 A1.pdf

This is an Addendum No. 1 to a Request for Quotation (RFQ26006626) issued by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) through the Division of Purchases. The solicitation seeks the procurement of two remote-controlled slope mowers, each accompanied by a specified trailer. The required equipment consists of manufacturer current production models such as the Slope Pro High Drive Mower paired with a Cross Country 6852 trailer or approved equivalents that meet or exceed the minimum technical specifications. Units must be of standard design and include all standard equipment, special tools, and manufacturer warranties. The solicitation opened May 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT and closes June 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST at RIDOT Maintenance Headquarters, 360 Lincoln Ave, Warwick, RI 02888. The vendor question and answer period runs from May 7, 2026 at 1:15 PM EDT through May 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT. All proposals must be submitted electronically through Ocean State Procures (OSP) at webprocure.perfect.com by the specified deadline.

Delivery shall be provided on a Free On Board (FOB) Destination basis, with payment occurring upon invoice approval subject to a 0.33% contract administrative fee withheld by the State effective January 1, 2026. A mandatory Minority Business Enterprise and Women Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation requirement applies, with a minimum of fifteen percent (15%) of the dollar value of the procurement to be awarded to minority and women-owned business enterprises in accordance with Rhode Island General Law 37-14.1. The awarded vendor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Workers Compensation ($100,000 per accident), and Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence). Vendor registration with Ocean State Procures is mandatory prior to bid submission. The State reserves the right to make one or multiple awards or reject any or all bids at its sole discretion. No estimated award value or budget range is specified in the solicitation documentation.