Addendum 01 - Tilting D-lock Hydraulic Coupler

The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) Procurement Division for District 03 is seeking a one-time purchase contract for two (2) hydraulic tilting D-lock couplers. The specific procurement is for Werk Brau Tilting D-lock Hydraulic Couplers or equivalent, to be installed on two 2017 Case CX145D excavators. Required technical specifications include a minimum 5,000-pound lifting capacity, ability to withstand an 11,500-pound digging force, and 180-degree minimum rotation with provisions for quick-coupling hydraulic tools. The solicitation, identified as ARFQ DOT2600000027, was released on October 9, 2025, with technical questions accepted until October 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. Bids are due on October 23, 2025, at 10:30 AM EST, with a required delivery timeline of 45 working days after receiving the purchase order. The contract will be awarded to the vendor providing the lowest overall total cost for items meeting the specified requirements. Delivery will be to the WVDOH District 3 Equipment Shop located at 662 Depot St in Parkersburg, WV 26101.

Vendors must be registered with the West Virginia State Purchasing Division and comply with multiple state agency requirements, including registration with the West Virginia Secretary of State, Tax Department, Worker's Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation includes standard state procurement terms such as preferences for domestic steel products and compliance with state regulations. The procurement uses commodity code 27121800 and appears to be structured as a straightforward equipment purchase without a specified budget range. Potential bidders must submit complete bid packages, including signed required documents, through approved submission methods including OASIS, hand delivery, mail, or fax. Failure to acknowledge addenda may result in bid disqualification, and the contract is expected to terminate upon successful delivery of the equipment, not extending beyond one fiscal year.