Asphalt Tack Distributor

Gordon County Board of Commissioners is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of an Asphalt Tack Distributor, a specialized truck for road construction and maintenance. The solicitation targets a 2025 Kenworth Chassis with specific technical specifications, including a 188" wheel base, Paccar PX-7 Tier 4 Final Engine, and a 2,000-gallon Etnyre Centennial Tank. Key deliverables include a vehicle with a 14' total materials spray bar, power wash-down system, and a standard manufacturer's warranty of one year or 1,000 hours. The bid evaluation will comprehensively assess proposals based on completeness, accuracy, past performance, specification compliance, financial stability, local representation, serviceability, and service capabilities. Critical dates for this procurement include the bid posting on April 11, 2025, with proposals due by May 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Gordon County Administration Building. Vendors are required to submit two sealed original printed proposals and one electronic copy, with an evaluation period scheduled from May 15 to June 2, 2025, and potential vendor award notification on June 4, 2025.

The procurement documents do not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. Vendors must submit comprehensive proposals following a prescribed format, including cost summaries, references, drawings, warranties, and various required forms such as an Acceptance of Terms and Non-Collusion Affidavit. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated, the county reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals and to negotiate with vendors. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of a detailed, compliant proposal, warning that failure to include all requested information may result in proposal rejection. The procurement is specifically for Barrow County within the state of Georgia, and interested vendors should carefully review all specifications and requirements before submitting a bid.