35X-181595 Spartan Charcoal Gray Trailer

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), specifically the Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation, is soliciting bids for a Spartan 8.5 x 18-.030 Skin-Charcoal Gray Trailer with specific technical accessories. The procurement covers multiple jurisdictions including Dauphin County, Luzerne County, Pittsburgh City, Harveys Lake Borough, and Wolfdale CDP. The trailer specifications include 6" additional height (84" interior), a 5.2k axle upgrade, triple tube tongue with standard length, and 2-way aluminum side wall vents. Technical questions should be directed to Louis Wagner via email, while bidding procedure inquiries can be made to Terrell Chisholm at 717-772-5693. The bid opportunity (ID: 35X-181595) was posted on September 20, 2023, with proposals due by October 13, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the responsible responsive bidder offering the lowest total price, with delivery to the DEP Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation River Street Facility in Plains Plaza, PA.

The procurement requires bidders to complete and submit the GSPUR-89 Reciprocal Limitations Act Requirements form with their bid, which includes detailed information about the manufacturer and state of origin for the trailer. The contract includes provisions for potential quantity adjustments based on DEP's needs and allows for ancillary items to be added at mutually agreed prices. Payment terms are set at 30 business days following invoice receipt, with bid prices required to be FOB destination and include all shipping and handling costs. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bidding process includes a reciprocal preference for Pennsylvania-based businesses and manufacturers. The document does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but indicates that pricing will be the primary evaluation criterion for selecting the winning bidder. Interested vendors must carefully review the attached specifications document and comply with all submission requirements to be considered for the contract.