A/C Recovery Machines

The Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for six R-134 Heavy-duty refrigerant recovery and recycling machines to be distributed across three terminals in Clinton Township, Troy, and Inkster, Michigan. The procurement seeks machines that meet specific technical requirements, including an operating temperature range of 32 to 120°F, recovery performance of over 95% within 30 minutes, 125 VAC power, and SAE J2788 certification. The RFQ (Control No. 25-4076) was advertised on April 30, 2025, with quotes due on May 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Vendors must submit comprehensive pricing that includes all costs and fees, with evaluation conducted on a per-unit and total basis. The submission requires multiple compliance documents, including financial statements, evidence of resources, insurance certificates, and various certifications related to equal employment opportunity, drug and alcohol testing, and debarment. No pre-quote conference is scheduled, and electronic bid submissions must follow specific guidelines provided in the solicitation.

The RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract appears to be a one-time purchase with a standard one-year warranty covering materials, goods, services, and equipment. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement involves six specialized A/C recovery machines to be distributed across multiple SMART terminals. The solicitation requires vendors to demonstrate financial stability, technical capability, and compliance with various regulatory certifications. Electronic bid submission is mandatory, with vendors expected to provide comprehensive documentation proving their ability to meet the technical specifications and operational requirements of the A/C recovery machines. The contract represents a targeted procurement for specialized equipment to support SMART's transportation infrastructure maintenance capabilities in Wayne County, Michigan.