Articulating Hi-Capacity Boom Lift-JLG 800AJ HC3-Equivalent

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of State Procurement Services, is seeking quotations for one (1) Articulating Hi-Capacity Boom Lift on behalf of the Department of Corrections. The procurement targets a JLG 800AJ HC3 or equivalent boom lift with specific technical requirements, including an 80-ft 4.4 in platform height, 1000lb restricted/660lb unrestricted platform capacity, dual fuel with 84 hp/62kW engine, and a 40-gallon hydraulic system. The Request for Quotations (RFQ) 03A 250825-046 requires submission through the state's e-Procurement system, AdvantageME/Vendor Self Service (VSS), with quotations due by Monday, September 8, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. local time. The evaluation will be conducted on a Best Value basis, considering factors such as product qualities, specification conformity, delivery date, and overall state interests. Bidders must provide standard and structural warranty information, with the final determination of product equivalency reserved for the requesting department. The delivery destination is the Maine State Prison in Warren, Maine, with shipping terms specified as "Free on Board (FOB) - Destination".

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The state reserves the right to negotiate additional unit purchases at the bid price for six months following the official award. Payment terms are established at net 30, with payment processed upon receipt of an accurate and acceptable invoice. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documentation, the procurement is for a single high-capacity boom lift with potential for additional units. The state's procurement approach suggests openness to competitive bidding from qualified vendors capable of meeting the specified technical requirements. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are noted in the available documentation. The procurement appears focused on acquiring a specialized piece of equipment for the Department of Corrections, with an emphasis on obtaining the most advantageous solution that meets the specified technical and operational needs.