2022 Knuckle Boom Loader

The City of Sandersville, Georgia is requesting bids for the purchase of one 2022 Knuckle Boom Trash Loader with Dump Body, with bids due July 12, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. A local-vendor preference applies: Georgia vendors within 5% of the lowest non-local bid may match the lowest price, with Washington County vendors receiving first priority. This preference applies only to purchases under $100,000.

The equipment must meet specifications including a minimum 300 HP diesel engine, 3,000 LB listing capacity at 20-foot boom radius, 26 to 30-yard dump body capacity, automatic transmission, and single-axle chassis configuration (corrected by Addendum 1 issued June 16, 2022, which superseded the original tandem-axle requirement). The vendor must provide one day of operating training by a factory-trained representative upon delivery, completed service and parts manuals, and an operational video. The contract includes standard manufacturer's warranty with extended warranty options available. Liquidated damages of $250 per calendar day apply for late delivery beyond 210 calendar days following Notice of Award.

The estimated contract value is $189,900. Payment is due within 30 days of delivery and acceptance; the City is exempt from sales tax. Questions on specifications are directed to Robert Eubanks, Public Works Director, and procurement inquiries to Travis Fort, Purchasing Agent at (478) 552-2525. All questions must be submitted by July 5, 2022. Award will be made to the most responsible, responsive bidder whose submission best serves the City's interests, with consideration given to price, equipment quality, specification conformity, and warranty. Environmental Products Group was awarded the contract.