Broce Broom 350 OR Superior Broom DT74J

The City of Salem Fleet Services Division is seeking bids for a street sweeping equipment procurement, specifically a Broce Broom 350 or Superior Broom DT74J, or an approved equal alternative. The equipment must meet stringent specifications, including engine options from Cummins (preferred), John Deere, or Cat, and include a comprehensive set of features such as a fully functional cab with heat, defrost, and air conditioning, an air ride seat, down pressure limit valve, backup camera with color display screen, toolbox, fire extinguisher, beacon light, and four LED mini strobe lights. Electronic bids must be submitted through Equity Hub's Bid Locker by 11:00 a.m. local time on December 17, 2025, with a public bid opening to be conducted virtually via Zoom. Substitution requests for approved equal equipment are due by 5:00 p.m. local time on December 10, 2025. The City anticipates awarding the contract within seven calendar days following bid closing, with the intention of selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bid pricing is to be F.O.B. delivered to City of Salem Fleet, with full freight allowed and Net 30 invoice terms, and quoted prices must remain firm for ninety calendar days after the award date.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder types, though non-resident bidders will have a reciprocal preference applied to their bids as determined by the Oregon Department of Administrative Services. Prospective bidders are required to monitor the OregonBuys website for any addenda or notices, with the City explicitly stating they will not mail bid documents and are not responsible for communications outside of official addenda. The procurement is contingent upon appropriation or approval of funds, and federal excise taxes are to be excluded from quoted prices. All items must be bid using City-provided forms, and bidders must submit complete proposals. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement is for a single street sweeping vehicle to be delivered to the City of Salem Fleet Services Division located at 1455 22nd Street SE, Salem, Oregon. The solicitation emphasizes comprehensive compliance with specifications and provides a clear framework for submission and evaluation of bids.