25-05 Asphalt Pothole Patcher Truck

This state and local contract opportunity is an invitation for sealed bids from the Houston County Board of Commissioners for the provision of one (1) new Asphalt Pothole Patcher mounted on a 35,000 GVWR Truck. The procured item will be used by the Houston County Roads and Bridges Department. The bid package outlines the minimum specifications for the pothole patcher and truck, includes instructions for submitting sealed bids, and provides the bid due date of October 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. The bids will be evaluated, recapped, and presented to the Houston County Board of Commissioners during their scheduled meeting on November 5, 2024, and the award will be based on the best value to Houston County. The bid package also includes details on the bid certification, which requires the bidder to meet or exceed the specified requirements, as well as instructions to bidders regarding criteria used in determining the low responsible bidder, Houston County's tax-exempt status, and other administrative requirements. Pricing must be quoted FOB destination, and the successful bidder will be required to provide additional items such as tag and title fees, keys, and vehicle documentation.

The procurement opportunity does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, there is no information provided about any incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The bid package does not include any listed award values or budget ranges.