Cargo Trailer

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to procure three Continental Cargo 7' x 12' enclosed V-nose Aluminum Trailers for its Law Enforcement Division, located in Newberry, Michigan. The solicitation, issued through Kent County and the SIGMA VSS system, requires vendors to provide trailers that are black in color and include specific features such as ski and track guards, rear stabilizer jacks, a 36" side door with diamond plate stone guard, tongue jack, D-ring tie downs, roof vent, and a matching spare tire with inside mount. Bids are due by August 9, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. EST, with vendor questions accepted until August 1, 2018. Vendors must be authorized dealers or distributors of the proposed products and provide a one-year manufacturer's warranty. The evaluation criteria will focus on pricing, with the lowest price between submitted proposals being the primary selection factor. Pricing must be per unit and include all shipping costs for FOB delivery, with payment terms set at net 45 days and an option for vendors to offer quick payment discounts.

The Request for Quote (RFQ) does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must submit their proposals through the SIGMA VSS system and complete the provided RFQ document. While no specific budget range is listed, the procurement is for three trailers with comprehensive specifications. The solicitation includes standard state contract terms requiring vendors to comply with various certifications, including labor practices, Michigan business tax compliance, and Clean Corporate Citizen status. Vendors must authorize the State of Michigan to verify all information provided in registration, bidding, and contracting documents. The State retains the right to withhold payment for defective or non-conforming deliverables and can apply deductions or setoffs against amounts due to vendors. Vendors are responsible for all applicable taxes, despite the State's tax-exempt status for direct purchases.