Backhoe Trailers

The Macon Water Authority is seeking sealed bids for two backhoe trailers through a competitive procurement process scheduled for April 23rd, 2025. The bid solicitation requires interested vendors to submit sealed bid envelopes clearly marked as "Bid for New Backhoe Trailers" to the Macon Water Authority's Purchasing Office located at 790 Second Street in Macon, Georgia. Bid documents are available for download from the Georgia Procurement Registry website and the Macon Water Authority website, with additional documents obtainable via email from Michael Bentley. The procurement process allows the Macon Water Authority full discretion in bid evaluation, with criteria including price, vendor reputation, financial responsibility, and experience. The authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and may award the contract to a bidder other than the lowest if deemed in the best interest of the organization.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The bid does not indicate any incumbent vendors or require integration with existing infrastructure. While no specific budget range was provided, the solicitation is for two backhoe trailers, suggesting a procurement focused on equipment acquisition. The evaluation will be comprehensive, considering multiple factors beyond just price. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their financial stability, industry experience, and ability to meet the Macon Water Authority's specific equipment requirements. The bid submission deadline is 12:00 Noon on April 23rd, 2025, with public bid opening scheduled for 2:00 PM on the same day.