2023 Wheel Loader or Newer STREET DEPARTMENT

The City of Goodland, located in Sheridan County, Kansas, is seeking sealed bids for a 2023 Wheel Loader or newer for its Street Department through Invitation for Bids (IFB 2023-05). The procurement requires a current model wheel loader that is new, unused, and under standard production by the manufacturer. Specific technical requirements include a Tier 4 engine with at least 160 horsepower, detailed hydraulic and transmission specifications, and minimum weight requirements of 28,700 pounds, with a full turn tip load of 12,500 pounds and a straight tipping load of 15,000 pounds. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid package including a brochure, warranty information, and optional equipment specifications such as a payload scale, equipment side coupler, and construction forks. The bid submission deadline is Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at noon MDT, with bid opening and review scheduled for the same day, and the final bid award planned for Monday, May 15, 2023, during the regularly scheduled Commission Meeting.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bids and may adjust specifications based on received bid prices. The procurement will be funded through a lump sum payment after delivery, contingent upon equipment compliance, City Manager, and City Commission approval. While no incumbent vendors are identified, bidders are encouraged to provide comprehensive proposals that meet or exceed the detailed technical specifications. The procurement appears to be a direct purchase of equipment, with potential budgetary considerations based on the received bids. Alternative bid options are permitted, allowing vendors flexibility in meeting the City's equipment needs while potentially offering cost-effective solutions for the Street Department's wheel loader replacement.