Collections Trailer Caddy

The City of Palm Bay Utilities Department is seeking a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a specialized Collections Trailer Caddy, with quotes due by November 19, 2025. The procurement is specifically for an electric-powered, self-propelled trailer movement device designed for indoor industrial use with zero emissions capabilities. The equipment must have battery-powered functionality to raise and lower trailers, featuring a fully electric system without any fuel combustion components. Vendors are required to submit detailed quotes through the Bonfire online platform, ensuring complete compliance with technical specifications. The City reserves the right to award to the lowest and most responsible vendor, with potential for partial or full award based on their determination of the best interest of the City. Key evaluation criteria include meeting precise performance requirements, including a 36V power system, variable speed operation, and specialized steering configuration for 5th wheel trailers.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The procurement does not indicate preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises or small business participation. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the solicitation requires vendors to provide comprehensive documentation including detailed product specifications, warranty information, and operator manuals. The Trailer Caddy must include specific features such as a minimum one-year limited warranty, maintenance-free batteries, hydraulic trailer lift system, emergency stop assembly, and non-marking foam-filled tires. Although no specific budget range was provided, the detailed technical requirements suggest this is a specialized piece of industrial equipment with potentially significant procurement value. The equipment is intended for indoor use within the City of Palm Bay's Utilities Department, located in Brevard County, Florida.