2026-EBY-Maverick -Aluminum Stock Trailer

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking competitive quotes for a 2026 EBY-Maverick 24ft Aluminum Stock Trailer to be delivered to the Upper Mountain Research Station in Alexander County. This Request for Quote (RFQ) is specifically soliciting an aluminum stock trailer designed for transporting livestock, with Eby-Maverick being the only accepted brand. The procurement is primarily aimed at supporting agricultural activities, including trainings and workshops related to waste management, small grain production, pesticide handling, and emergency preparedness. Quotes are due on May 13, 2025, at 2:00 pm ET, with the contract term beginning upon completion and acceptance of all requirements. The evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness and lowest pricing that meets the specified trailer requirements, with the state reserving the right to make separate awards or cancel the RFQ if deemed most advantageous.

The state encourages participation from small, minority, physically handicapped, and women-owned contractors, with a specific goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Vendors must be registered in the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal and comply with state procurement regulations, including verification of work authorization through the federal E-Verify system. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documentation, the procurement is for a single trailer to be used at the research station. Potential bidders will need to provide pricing that includes both the trailer cost and delivery charges. The procurement appears to be a direct purchase with no indication of an incumbent vendor, focusing solely on the acquisition of a specialized livestock transportation trailer for agricultural research purposes.