25-003 trade package for (1) bobcat E60 or equal mini excavtor

Floyd County Board of Commissioners has issued Invitation to Bid #25-003 for the procurement of one (1) Bobcat E60 Mini Excavator or equivalent model, with electronic bid submissions required through Bonfire Hub by January 13, 2025 at 11:30 A.M. The mini excavator specifications mandate a current model with a 55 HP Tier 4 emission certified diesel engine, enclosed cab, 12,315 machine weight class, and features including LED lights, amber beacon light, rubber tracks, and zero tail swing. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including certificates of non-discrimination, non-collusion, drug-free workplace certification, and a W-9 form. The procurement includes a trade-in provision for a 2024 Sany SY60 Mini Excavator with 350 hours, which will be deducted from the total bid price. Evaluation criteria will consider factors such as service center proximity, service call turnaround time, and potential supply chain issues for parts. The bid opening will occur immediately after submission deadline at the Purchasing Department located at 12 E. 4th Ave., Suite 106, Rome, GA, with contract award to be determined on a lump sum or individual item basis that best serves the county's interests.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Eleven vendors have submitted bids offering various makes and models of mini excavators, including options from SANY, Hitachi, John Deere, JCB, Hyundai, Komatsu, and Caterpillar, with new equipment pricing ranging from $63,327.21 to $103,100.00. Trade-in values offered by vendors ranged from $10,000 to $47,000, resulting in final prices to pay ranging from $19,825.38 to $93,100.00. The successful bidder will be required to provide a $500,000 liability insurance certificate within 10 days of award notice. Delivery times vary from immediate to 4 months, with most vendors offering delivery within 30-60 days. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, and Floyd County is exempt from all local, state, and federal taxes. The delivery location is specified as 339 Blacks Bluff Road, Rome, GA 30161, with the county reserving the right to accept or reject any or all bids.