Bid # 6000002934 - Two (2) Year Requirements Contract for the Rental of Mechanical Street Sweepers

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is soliciting bids for Bid #6000002934, a two-year requirements contract for the rental of mechanical street sweepers. The procurement seeks to acquire up to ten mechanical street sweeper trucks, specifically the Stewart Amos Starfire S-4 model or approved equivalents, with an estimated monthly rental volume of 240 units over the contract period. The contract will run from August 8, 2025, to August 7, 2027, with a potential one-year extension option. Bidders must be capable of immediately replacing the existing fleet of street sweepers upon contract award and supplying at least six sweepers immediately. Key requirements include that rental units must be less than five years old, equipped with automatic transmission, and have heat and air conditioning. The bid submission is electronic via the Bonfire platform, with the final submission deadline extended to August 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET. Bidders are required to provide detailed pricing for monthly rentals, delivery, and pick-up charges, with the Port Authority estimating 200 monthly rentals, 40 deliveries, and 40 pick-ups during the contract term.

The Port Authority has established specific participation goals for diverse businesses, including 20% Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), 10% Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and 3% Service-disabled Veteran-owned Businesses (SDVOBs) of the total contract price. The solicitation emphasizes equal opportunity and non-discrimination, ensuring full participation for disadvantaged, minority, and woman-owned enterprises. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract includes provisions for potential vehicle replacement, maintenance responsibilities, and even possible purchase options. The Port Authority will manage basic maintenance for units rented over 30 days, including tire pressure checks, fluid monitoring, and replacement of consumable parts. Although no explicit budget range is provided, the comprehensive nature of the rental contract and the estimated volume of street sweepers suggest a significant procurement value. Technical assistance and questions can be directed to Cooper Zablocki at czablocki@panynj.gov or (212) 435-4639, with additional support available at askforbids@panynj.gov for bid document access issues.