Backhoe Trailer

The Macon Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia located in Bibb County, is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of two new 2026 backhoe trailers, specifically PITTS TRAILER TA20 units or equivalent models, to support operations in Departments 300 and 310. The trailers must meet stringent specifications including 40,000 lb. capacity rating at 55 MPH, 7,600 lbs. tare weight, 102" width x 30' length dimensions, W14" x 22# A572 Grade 50 high tensile steel construction, dual 22,500 lbs. axles with 49" spacing, sealed wiring harness with LED lights, adjustable pintle eye hitch, drop leg landing gear, eight D-ring lash rings, and eight 215/75x17.5 16-ply tires. Sealed bids must be submitted by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, to Rhonda Smith at 790 Second Street, Macon, Georgia 31201, with public bid opening scheduled for 2:00 PM that same day. Bidders may submit bids for individual units or all equipment collectively, and may propose equivalent products provided they submit complete descriptive literature and proof of equivalency. All equipment must be delivered FOB Destination to 1090 MLK Jr. Boulevard, Macon, Georgia 31201, with delivery including Manufacturers Statements of Origin free and clear of liens. The Authority will evaluate bids based on price, reputation, financial responsibility, experience, and usefulness to the using department, and reserves the right to reject any or all bids and award to other than the lowest bidder. All prices must be quoted as delivered prices with applicable taxes deducted, and bids may not be withdrawn for 60 days after the opening date. Written requests for specification interpretations must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Friday, March 6, 2026.

The solicitation documents do not identify any set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, or other restricted vendor categories. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed in the procurement documents. There are no references to existing infrastructure or technology requiring integration with the backhoe trailers. The specific budget or award value for this procurement is not disclosed in the available documentation, though bidders should anticipate that pricing for two new 2026 backhoe trailers meeting the detailed specifications will constitute the primary cost component. Bid documents are available through the Macon Water Authority website, the Georgia Procurement Registry, or via email request to rhsmith@maconwater.org, and bidders must use the enclosed bid form to ensure responsiveness of their submissions.